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The Mike Hosking Breakfast

Newstalk ZB
New Zealand
National Party
Labour Party
Auckland
All Blacks
New Zealand Economy
Christopher Luxon
Christchurch
Warriors
New Zealand Election Campaign
Donald Trump
Inflation
Housing Market
Australia
2026 New Zealand General Election
New Zealand Politics
Jeffrey Archer
Christchurch, New Zealand
Chris Hipkins
Auckland, New Zealand

Open your mind to the world with New Zealand’s number one breakfast radio show.Without question, as New Zealand’s number one talk host, Mike Hosking sets the day’s agenda.The sharpest voice and mind in the business, Mike drives strong opinion, delivers the best talent, and always leaves you wanting more.The Mike Hosking Breakfast always cuts through and delivers the best daily on Newstalk ZB.

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Former Prime Minister Sir John Key is repeating a call not to engage in strategic voting, saying it's "not a smart idea" to split the vote.

He told Mike Hosking the centre-right political party, the biggest party in the parliament, needs to have a... more

At the end of each week, Mike Hosking takes you through the big-ticket items and lets you know what he makes of it all.

The campaign: 4/10

When Chlöe and Winston agree it's bad, you've got to listen.

Polls: 4/10

There has to be some sort of... more

So, the winner in week... what is it, five or six?

The winner in week five of the election campaign was the polls. Not the pollsters. The polls.

They were far from winners. The spread, the margin of error in some, is now so absurd they're writi... more

The short week has come to a close, which means it's time for Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson to help Mike Hosking Wrap the Week that Was.

They unpack how the election campaign has gone with just one more week until the big day and discuss the new pr... more

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Carrie Hurihanganui
Chief executive of Auckland Airport
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Episode: Carrie Hurihanganui: Auckland Airport CEO on the company maintaining its underlying earnings forecast for 2027
Chris Medland
Formula 1 journalist
Episode: Chris Medland: F1 Journalist previews the US Grand Prix in Austin, Liam Lawson
Andrew Kelleher
Fixed-income commentator at Shore and Partners
Shore and Partners
Episode: Full Show Podcast: 23 October 2026
Kerry Hurihanganui
Chief executive of Auckland Airport
Auckland Airport
Episode: Full Show Podcast: 23 October 2026
Richard Arnold
International correspondent reporting on US politics
Episode: Full Show Podcast: 23 October 2026
John Paschek
Chief economist at Business New Zealand
Business New Zealand
Episode: Full Show Podcast: 23 October 2026
David Seymour
ACT leader
ACT New Zealand
Episode: Full Show Podcast: 23 October 2026
Chris Middleton
Formula One reporter
Episode: Full Show Podcast: 23 October 2026
Nicola Willis
New Zealand Finance Minister and National finance spokesperson
National Party of New Zealand
Episode: Full Show Podcast: 23 October 2026

Hosts

Mike Hosking
Host of The Mike Hosking Breakfast, Newstalk ZB
Tim Wilson
Co-host, Wrap the Week discussion participant

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 667 ratings
  • Remove the clips

    The show is great. But I often down get the whole show podcast to automatically download and instead those silly waste of time clips is all I get. Remove the clips and just have the whole show on this page and I will start listening daily.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Hogsmead@Wizard
    New Zealand3 months ago
  • AdTalk ZB

    Far too many ads, huge doses of TDS and Richard Arnold is the most left leaning commentator I’ve ever heard.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Hanks Brother
    New Zealand6 months ago
  • Good to see full episodes being uploaded now

    Great commentary

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    blairm12
    United Kingdom10 months ago
  • The whistle has to go.

    I wear a headset to listen to this show. Everytime you do mark the week. You blow a stupid whistle and it’s too loud. Either ditch it or turn the stupid whistle noise down.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Rutterkinz
    New Zealanda year ago
  • One Star for Being on the Air

    Even for someone like me who would have voted National, Mike’s bias is so much that I find the show embarrassing. The last straw for me is hearing him talk to his Australian correspondent Steve Price highly opinionated charlatan known here in Australia for his superficial understanding of the world.Fortunately, the time for broadcasters like Mike is near its end.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Razzmatazz6581
    Australiaa year ago

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Some critics note heavy advertising and perceived bias or slant in coverage.
Listeners appreciate the incisive, well-researched commentary and strong host presence.
Many praise the guest variety, particularly high-profile politicians and sports figures.

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#242
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#64
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#53
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#14
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#4
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#177
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Full Show Podcast: 22 October 2026
Q: You don't miss the day today of the F1?
Steiner says he does not miss working in Formula 1 because he still attends about 10 or 11 races a year, enough to remain involved without missing the sport.
Full Show Podcast: 22 October 2026
Q: The Stuff people fact checked you from the other night. I just want to check their checking and to see whether you accept what they came up with. So in 2023, under your leadership, 72 percent of those shifts that Cancer Ward and Starship were understaffed in 2025, it's 31 percent. That's what Luxon said. He said that's true. Do you accept that or not?
Hipkins says he has not checked those numbers himself, but accepts that nursing shortages existed during Labour's time in government. He argues that many of the nurses cited as recruited by the current government were hired under Labour.
Alan McDonald: Employers and Manufacturers Association Head of Advocacy and Strategy on the Mood of the Boardroom
Q: When do you reckon the jobs kick in, which might be the missing puzzle for many people who don't see the so-called recovery?
McDonald says hiring intentions are still flat as employers remain cautious and run lean, but expects larger construction projects to bring more workforce demand, probably from the middle of the following year.
Alan McDonald: Employers and Manufacturers Association Head of Advocacy and Strategy on the Mood of the Boardroom
Q: I'm seeing really despite it all a picture of some resilience, and that's reflected in this, isn't it?
McDonald agrees that underlying economic numbers are becoming more visible and giving businesses greater confidence in a longer-term recovery, though inflation and rising fuel prices may affect confidence.
Rob Walter: Black Caps Coach on the upcoming India tour
Q: Are you playing to a home crowd or not?
Walter expects Indian supporters to be present and says the crowd dynamic will be interesting, though Christchurch fans usually support the Black Caps well.

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The show blends politics, economics, international affairs, and sports with a sharp, opinionated stance and a brisk, monologue-friendly tempo. Guests range from politicians and policy experts to top athletes and media veterans, often used to illuminate current events or back up hot takes. Notable strengths include a clear, data-informed point of view, high-profile interviews, and a willingness to challenge public figures; drawbacks cited by some listeners include heavy advertising and strong partisan slant. The format, pace, and guest mix make it appealing for listeners who want compact, provocative analysis joined by timely interviews on politics, business, and sport.

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1. Carrie Hurihanganui
2. Chris Medland
3. Andrew Kelleher
4. Kerry Hurihanganui
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6. John Paschek
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8. Chris Middleton

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