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Bernard Hickey's discussions with Peter Bale and guests about the political economy in Aotearoa-NZ and in geo-politics, including issues around housing affordability, climate change inaction and child poverty reduction. thekaka.substack.com

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The podcast above of the weekly ‘Hoon’ webinar for paying subscribers on Thursday night features co-hosts Bernard Hickey and Peter Bale talking with regular guests Cathrine Dyer and Robert Patman about the global economy, local and international poli... more

The podcast above of the weekly ‘Hoon’ webinar for paying subscribers on Thursday night features co-hosts Bernard Hickey and Peter Bale talking with regular guests Cathrine Dyer and Robert Patman about the global economy, local and international poli... more

The podcast above of the weekly ‘Hoon’ webinar for paying subscribers on Thursday night features co-hosts Bernard Hickey and Peter Bale talking with regular guests Cathrine Dyer and Robert Patman about the global economy, local and international poli... more

The podcast above of the weekly ‘Hoon’ webinar for paying subscribers on Thursday night features co-hosts Bernard Hickey and Peter Bale talking with regular guests Cathrine Dyer and Robert Patman about the global economy, local and international poli... more

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Craig Renney
Economist discussing New Zealand's GDP downturn and economic policies.
Episode: The Weekly Hoon: The GDP shock; Economic capture; Recognising Palestine; & Australia's climate plans
Tex Edwards
Former co-founder of Two Degrees discussing monopoly reforms in New Zealand.
Episode: The Weekly Hoon: The GDP shock; Economic capture; Recognising Palestine; & Australia's climate plans
Shamubeel Eaqub
Chief Economist for Simplicity and an expert on economic reports
Simplicity
Episode: The Weekly Hoon: Productivity & workplace safety; Drones over Poland; MPs' climate squabbling
Jenée Tibshraeny
Wellington Business Editor for The New Zealand Herald
The New Zealand Herald
Episode: The Weekly Hoon: RBNZ independence, Amazon’s data centres & Clark & Key in Beijing
Julian Oliver
Data sovereignty expert associated with the Critical Signals Project
Critical Signals Project
Episode: The Weekly Hoon: RBNZ independence, Amazon’s data centres & Clark & Key in Beijing
Ganesh Nanna
Independent economist and former chair of the Productivity Commission.
Episode: The Weekly Hoon: Rate cut to Govt & economy's rescue?; Trump's capitulation; Helicopters instead homes
Steph Honey
Trade policy expert and former trade diplomat
MFAT
Episode: The Weekly Hoon: ACT leads Govt; Gaza & Palestine recognition; A new Yalta; The future of trade
Felicity Roxburgh
Executive Director of the New Zealand International Business Forum
New Zealand International Business Forum
Episode: The Weekly Hoon: Kāinga Ora’s dismantling, Trump’s tariff blitz & how NZ pays for roads
Natalia Albert
Writer and political commentator with a focus on well-being and public policy.
Less Certain
Episode: Mini-Hoon: How performative politics & the capture of democracies corrodes trust in Government

Hosts

Bernard Hickey
Co-host and prominent commentator on political economy in Aotearoa-NZ, with a focus on housing, social issues, and economic trends.
Peter Bale
Co-host and political commentator involved in discussions about the political economy, focusing on social issues and government policies.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 22 ratings
  • Oct 25th episode

    I still can’t really believe that some well respected scholars and the Media treat this Republican (MAGA) Candidate as ‘Normal’. He is anything but!

    Take a look at the Really American podcast/youtube ‘Shrinking Trump’ hosted by psychologists John Gardner and Harry Segal. It will explain all about Trump’s rapid Cognitive Decline.

    Enjoyed the episode. 🙂

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Scbubaby
    New Zealanda year ago
  • Brilliant Pod

    Incredibly interesting relevant educational on topic interviews & discussions - love this pod I get so engrossed I respond out loud in agreement- Brilliant 🤩

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Flick Harris
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Aug 2nd episode

    Great episode as per usual.

    Yes I agree the IRD to me is a great improved system. Easy to navigate. I have navigated the refund process 2 years running now and received refunds into my bank account within 3 working days!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Scbubaby
    New Zealanda year ago

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#144
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Apple Podcasts
#6
New Zealand/News/News Commentary
Apple Podcasts
#26
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Apple Podcasts
#147
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The Weekly Hoon: RBNZ independence, Amazon’s data centres & Clark & Key in Beijing
Q: What are the implications for central bank independence in New Zealand?
The Reserve Bank independence is critical, and while the recent comments from the Prime Minister are concerning, the institutional frameworks remain strong.
Bernard Hickey, Peter Bale, Cathrine Dyer, Jonathan Boston & Wolfgang Rack ‘Hoon’ around the news of the week to July 11
Q: Is the US government or other governments making it harder to study this by withdrawing resources for satellites or sacking scientists?
Yes, funding reductions for satellite observation are impacting research capabilities, and collaboration with international partners is necessary to fill the gaps.
Bernard Hickey, Peter Bale, Cathrine Dyer, Jonathan Boston & Wolfgang Rack ‘Hoon’ around the news of the week to July 11
Q: There is a risk that the house prices will go down in really vulnerable places that are at risk?
The report is very limited in analyzing these housing market implications, and it doesn't clarify how to address the affordability crisis in vulnerable areas.
Bernard Hickey, Peter Bale, Cathrine Dyer, Jonathan Boston & Wolfgang Rack ‘Hoon’ around the news of the week to July 11
Q: Could you give us, for those people who may not have seen it yet, broadly what the report was saying?
The report emphasizes treating climate change as an urgent issue, providing risk information to enable prudent decisions, and ensuring good land use planning to minimize future risk.
Bernard Hickey, Peter Bale, Cathrine Dyer, Robert Patman, Antony Loewenstein, Jonathan Lyons & Andrea Black ‘Hoon’ around the news of the week to June 20
Q: Jonathan, how do you see contemporary Iran relative to its historical context?
Iran's opposition to Western domination and its cultural power complicate the narrative created by the West, which often portrays it negatively.

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