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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 featured co-hosts Bernard Hickey & Peter Bale talking with regular guest Cathrine Dyer about geopolitics, the economy, climate change and politics here, along wit... more

I recently hosted a ‘Mini-Hoon’ on Substack Live previewing The Reality of Everything symposium to be held at Victoria University of Wellington on June 26, which will examine the interconnected crises of climate change, energy, water & food constrain... more

The podcast above of the weekly ‘Hoon’ webinar for paying subscribers on Thursday night featured co-hosts Bernard Hickey & Peter Bale talking with regular guest Cathrine Dyer about geopolitics, the economy, climate change and politics here, along wit... more

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Anna Fifield
Foreign correspondent and editor (Auckland-born, formerly with The Washington Post and The Financial Times)
Substack editor, former foreign correspondent
Episode: Mini-Hoon with Bernard Hickey and Anna Fifield
Cathrine Rutzemann
Disinformation investigator and commentator
Independent journalist
Episode: The Weekly Hoon: The Middle East fuel crisis & more
Ed Miller
Commentator discussing fuel security and infrastructure
Independent analyst
Episode: The Weekly Hoon: The Middle East fuel crisis & more
Catherine Dyer
The Climate expert mentioned on The Hoon
Episode: The Weekly Hoon: The escalating Middle East fuel crisis
Roger Dennis
Disaster planner and strategic advisor
Episode: The Weekly Hoon: The escalating Middle East fuel crisis
Dileepa Fonseka
Political journalist
Episode: The Weekly Hoon: The Middle East fuel crisis & how NZ is handling it
James Renwick
Professor of Climate Science, Victoria University of Wellington
Victoria University of Wellington
Episode: A Hoon on The Reality of Everything Symposium, interconnected crises & Climate Change
Andy Reisinger
Independent climate change consultant; Commissioner at Climate Change Commission
Climate Change Commission
Episode: A Hoon on The Reality of Everything Symposium, interconnected crises & Climate Change
Chloe Swarbrick
Co-leader of the Green Party, guest on A Mini Hoon
Green Party of Aotearoa New Zealand
Episode: A Mini-Hoon with Chloe Swarbrick about fossil fuels, housing and fiscal strategy

Hosts

Bernard Hickey
Co-hosts discussions focusing on political economy and social issues relevant to Aotearoa-NZ, bringing expertise in economics and journalism.
Peter Bale
Co-hosts and contributes insights on the intersections of media, politics, and economics, enhancing discussions with journalistic professionalism.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 35 ratings
  • 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 Podcasts
    5
    Ximonde
    United States2 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 Podcasts
    5
    TaraSheree89
    New Zealand3 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 Podcasts
    5
    Ximonde
    United States5 months 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 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 Kingdom2 years ago

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Mini-Hoon with Bernard Hickey and Anna Fifield
Q: Could you tell us about that China's involvement in the Middle East and how it affects the balance of power?
Anna outlines Xi Jinping's push to restore China's status as a global leader, using diplomacy and economic influence to broker agreements and position China as a reliable interlocutor while the US experiences a relative decline in credibility; China's involvement touches on Iran, Saudi Arabia, and broader regional diplomacy.
Mini-Hoon with Bernard Hickey and Anna Fifield
Q: Firstly, the news just won't stop. Could you tell us what's happened in the last hours, though?
Anna explains that the attempted deadline for a ceasefire and talks around a possible endgame shifted when it became clear that a second party sought to avoid a definitive collapse; there was a Pakistan-mediated extension and a potential de-escalation influenced by China's late intervention.
A Mini-Hoon with Chloe Swarbrick about fossil fuels, housing and fiscal strategy
Q: How would you rethink the debt strategy and the size of government?
Focus on productive debt that expands productive capacity and social outcomes, rather than orthodoxy-driven fiscal rules, and pursue a larger Green caucus to negotiate from a position of strength.
A Mini-Hoon with Chloe Swarbrick about fossil fuels, housing and fiscal strategy
Q: What would your government do to address housing, particularly homelessness and the pipeline from emergency housing to longer-term solutions?
Massively invest in housing first with wraparound services, ensure a clear pipeline from emergency housing to secure homes, and expand the building of public homes to reduce homelessness.
A Mini-Hoon with Chloe Swarbrick about fossil fuels, housing and fiscal strategy
Q: What would you do in government about the fuel crisis if you were in power in six to seven months?
Prioritize information access, press for Treasury briefings, accelerate domestic solar panel deployment on public buildings, subsidize fleet electrification, and support private adoption through incentives to reduce the fuel-related cost burden.

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