The Hoon
Bernard HickeyBernard 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
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 240 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | News CommentaryNews | |||
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The podcast above of the weekly ‘Hoon’ webinar for paying subscribers on Thursday night featured co-hosts Bernard Hickey and Peter Bale talking about geopolitics, the economy, climate change and politics.
It included regular guest Robert Patman talk... more
I talked in the video above last night with Elliot Crossan about about his analysis of Labour’s fiscal plan, including how its National-like focus on returning to Budget surplus and cutting debt will force big real cuts in welfare and other Governmen... more
I talked with Dr Mona Krewel in the video above about how New Zealand’s political parties and leaders are using Facebook so far in Election 2026.
She is the director of the Internet, Social Media and Politics Research Lab at Te Herenga Waka—Victori... more
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- Better without Bale
Peter Bale is the absolutely most annoying aspect of this otherwise excellent podcast. Please ditch the pompous and verbose Bale - his constant interruptions and opinionations drive me crazy. He always interrupts the natural conversation or interview flow with his version of “witty comedic” observational interjections. I also despise his casual and offhanded treatment of regular guests. Peter Bale is clearly far more suited for the written word, rather than the podcast format. Stick to writing c... more
Apple Podcasts5Ximonde
United States8 months ago - Valuable access to experts
In this current climate and with many media organisations controlled by suspicious players, I have come to rely on independent media sources such as The Hoon for intelligent perspectives and debate on what is happening in the world at both a domestic and international level. Thank you so much Bernard and Peter for providing such a valuable service.
Apple Podcasts5TaraSheree89
New Zealand9 months ago - Better without Bale
Peter Bale is the absolutely most annoying aspect of this otherwise excellent podcast.
Please ditch the pompous and verbose Bale - his constant interruptions and opinionations drive me crazy. He always interrupts the natural conversation or interview flow with his version of “witty comedic” observational interjections.
I also despise his casual and offhanded treatment of regular guests.
Peter Bale is clearly far more suited for the written word, rather than the podcast format. Stick to wri... more
Apple Podcasts5XimondeUnited Statesa year ago - 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 Podcasts5ScbubabyNew Zealand2 years 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 Podcasts5Flick Harris
United Kingdom2 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #163 |  Australia/News/News Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #242 |  Germany/News/News Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #206 | New Zealand/Top Podcasts |
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Apple Podcasts | #43 | New Zealand/News |
Apple Podcasts | #59 |  Japan/News/News Commentary |
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What is The Hoon about and what kind of topics does it cover?
This show blends sharp geopolitical and domestic policy analysis with a practical, numbers-and-eector economy lens on Aotearoa-NZ. Across episodes, listeners hear rigorous breakdowns of climate policy, housing affordability, energy security, and NZ's role in global affairs, often through a future-facing debate that weighs policy volatility, budgets, and reform against real-world outcomes for workers and households. A hallmark is the mix of policy wonkery with candid, sometimes provocative banter, a willingness to challenge official narratives, and a steady stream of guest voices—from climate experts and economists to regional foreign policy scholars—who illuminate how global dynamics translate into local decisions. It's probably most compel... more
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Recent guests on The Hoon include:
1. Cathrine Dyer
2. Robert Patman
3. Elliot Crossan
4. Michael Swanson
5. Jane Kelsey
6. David Galler
7. Malcolm Mulholland
8. Gavin Ellis
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