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The Mike Hosking Breakfast

Newstalk ZB
New Zealand
Auckland
Donald Trump
Warriors
Reserve Bank Of New Zealand
New Zealand Economy
Chris Hipkins
Health New Zealand
Iran
New Zealand Politics
Labour Party
United States
Education
Australia
Immigration
All Blacks
Christchurch
New Zealand First
India Free Trade Agreement
New Zealand Immigration Law

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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Latest Episodes

The Government has quietly set aside $1 billion from next year's Budget but is refusing to say where it'll go.

It amounts to 22 million dollars in 2027/28, before ramping up over a four-year period.

Infometrics principal economist Brad Olsen told... more

Currently a record number of Kiwis are donating plasma, but it is still not enough.

More than 25,000 people donated last year, but another 4000 are needed just to meet demand.

NZ Blood Service CEO Sam Cliffe joined Heather du Plessis-Allan to dis... more

Is it just me, or did anyone else notice what a contrast it was watching Christopher Luxon cracking jokes with Anthony Albanese, compared to what it was like when Jacinda Ardern visited Australia?

For all her kindness and communication when she was... more

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Monday the 8th of June with Heather du Plessis-Allan, we get to the bottom of the "secret spending" from the Budget. The Prime Minister reckons it's not all that exciting.

Christopher Luxon also t... more

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Recent Guests

Campbell Parker
CEO of Dairy New Zealand
Dairy New Zealand
Episode: Full Show Podcast: 29 May 2026
Anna Breynan
Reserve Bank Governor (referred to as Anna Breyman/Breyman)
Reserve Bank of New Zealand
Episode: Full Show Podcast: 28 May 2026
Steve McCracken
Secondary Principals Council Chair
Secondary Principals Council
Episode: Full Show Podcast: 28 May 2026
Lee Martin
Musician
Self-managed/Artist
Episode: Full Show Podcast: 28 May 2026
Rob Nickel
Rugby Players Association CEO
Rugby Players Association
Episode: Full Show Podcast: 28 May 2026
Rob Nichol
Rugby Players Association CEO
Rugby Players Association
Episode: Rob Nichol: Rugby Players Association CEO on the potential lifeline for Moana Pasifika
Wayne O'Donnell
President, Hawke's Bay Confederation of Billiard Sports
Hawke's Bay Confederation of Billiard Sports
Episode: Wayne O'Donnell: Hawke’s Bay Confederation of Billiard Sports President on the increased prize pool at the Hawke's Bay Open
Nathan Guy
New Zealand politician, agricultural envoy (Beef and dairy trade context)
National Party
Episode: Full Show Podcast: 22 May 2026
Todd Hunter
CEO of Turners Cars
Turners Automotive Group
Episode: Full Show Podcast: 22 May 2026

Host

Mike Hosking
Host of The Mike Hosking Breakfast, Newstalk ZB

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 643 ratings
  • 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 Zealanda month ago
  • Good to see full episodes being uploaded now

    Great commentary

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    blairm12
    United Kingdom6 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 Zealand8 months 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
  • Full show

    I can’t get ZB here in Whangarei, new cars(at least mine) do not have AM so the only access is the podcast. Now if they can just separate the snippets from the full show, life would be perfect.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    avoman157
    New Zealanda year ago

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Many enjoy the fast, opinion-driven pace and the mix of politics, business, and sport.
A notable portion dislikes excessive advertising/read pace and desires more full-show content rather than snippets.
Listeners appreciate incisive, clear-cut analysis and direct questions to guests.

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#89
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Spotify
#69
New Zealand/Trending
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#19
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Apple Podcasts
#5
New Zealand/News
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#105
India/News
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#242
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Winston Peters: Minister for Rail and Foreign Affairs on what he got across the line in the Budget, the situation in the Middle East
Q: The one billion for KiwiRail, if you could have all the money you needed to make KiwiRail world class, how much would you need?
Peters argues the funding should reflect a scaled, outcome-focused investment plan that enables transformative upgrades, stressing the need for a commercially viable, efficient rail system rather than just incremental funding.
Full Show Podcast: 28 May 2026
Q: What drove the split in the Reserve Bank's Monetary Policy Committee voting?
The external members wanted to move sooner to tighten policy to curb inflation, while internal members preferred waiting to gauge data and potential second-round effects, leading to a temporary hold and a casting vote.
Rob Nichol: Rugby Players Association CEO on the potential lifeline for Moana Pasifika
Q: So if I gave you the magic wand and the wallet, you could make it work, do you think?
Yes, I think with a clear plan that keeps Moana Pasifika true to its purpose and ensures Pacifica ownership, governance, and capital, it can succeed.
Lee Martin: Kiwi singer-songwriter talks musical development, upcoming album 'Marlene'
Q: Why did you decide to leave the label and go independent for this album?
She describes wanting creative freedom and the ability to do what she truly wants without external pressures, emphasizing a shift toward personal artistic control.
Lee Martin: Kiwi singer-songwriter talks musical development, upcoming album 'Marlene'
Q: What changes have you noticed in your music and approach on this album?
Martin explains that she found her sound more true to herself, became less influenced by external producers, and aimed for more honest and raw songs, reflecting maturity and personal life changes.

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What is The Mike Hosking Breakfast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A fast-paced morning talk show that blends political interviews, economics updates, and sports commentary with lively banter and promotional segments. Episodes frequently feature high-profile guests, from prime ministers and political leaders to academics and sports figures, covering topics like education reform, banking policy, immigration, and international tensions, all filtered through a sharp, opinionated host. Noteworthy is the show's willingness to stake strong positions, mix policy discussion with real-world implications for business and daily life, and intersperse news with lifestyle and advertising reads, which together create a distinctive, agenda-setting format that appeals to listeners who want quick takes, decisive analysis, a... more

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Recent guests on The Mike Hosking Breakfast include:

1. Campbell Parker
2. Anna Breynan
3. Steve McCracken
4. Lee Martin
5. Rob Nickel
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7. Wayne O'Donnell
8. Nathan Guy

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