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Q+A with Jack Tame

Q+A with Jack Tame
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Professor Rawinia Higgins
Māori Language Commissioner, Chair of Te Tautawhiri te Reo Māori
Māori Language Commission
Episode: Māori Language Commissioner: Despite Govt's moves, most Kiwis accept te reo
Oriini Kaipara
Te Pāti Māori candidate and elected Member of Parliament
Te Pāti Māori
Episode: Tāmaki Makaurau by-election: Te Pāti Māori triumph, Labour hurting
Geoffrey Palmer
Former Prime Minister of New Zealand and legal scholar
Episode: Geoffrey Palmer: Why people are unhappy with democracy
Dr. Andrew Lensen
Program director for artificial intelligence at Tehiringa Waka, Victoria University of Wellington
Victoria University of Wellington
Episode: AI, ChatGPT academic: Why it’s healthy to be sceptical of artificial intelligence
Anas Iqtait
Worked for the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, senior lecturer at the Australian National University.
Australian National University
Episode: Full show: Q+A with Jack Tame, August 24 2025
Grant Robertson
Former Finance Minister and current Vice Chancellor of Otago University
Otago University
Episode: Full show: Q+A with Jack Tame, August 17 2025
Hugh Jackson
Young Farmer of the Year
Sheep and Beef farmer
Episode: Full show: Q+A with Jack Tame, August 17 2025
Jamie Beaton
Co-founder of Crimson Education and educator with extensive experience in international education systems.
Crimson Education
Episode: Full show: Q+A with Jack Tame, August 3 2025
Penny Simmonds
Environment Minister
New Zealand Government
Episode: Full show: Q+A with Jack Tame, July 27 2025

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Jack Tame
Host of Q+A, known for facilitating in-depth discussions on national issues.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 43 ratings
  • Chur

    Chur from those of us who are podcast listeners. I am very Grateful that Q+A is back for 2025. I look forward to and enjoy the well prepared longer form journalism Q+A brings each week.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sae1456
    New Zealand8 months ago
  • Great content!

    Jack’s the best in the business. Keep it up.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Emjaydubya
    New Zealanda year ago
  • Not afraid to ask the hard questions

    Tame does a great job exposing the hypocrisy and stupidity of all New Zealand politicians. Other local journalists should take note - your job isn’t to be their friend, it is to hold them accountable.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JoshwaKatzio
    New Zealand3 years ago

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Māori Language Commissioner: Despite Govt's moves, most Kiwis accept te reo
Q: What do those policies tell you about the ways in which the government does or doesn't value te reo Māori?
It reflects those who are largely monolingual and shows the power dynamics associated with language.
Māori Language Commissioner: Despite Govt's moves, most Kiwis accept te reo
Q: Does this government support Te Reo Māori?
They will say they do, but there are different kinds of ways of supporting it.
Māori Language Commissioner: Despite Govt's moves, most Kiwis accept te reo
Q: If that's the case, 70% of people in New Zealand support Māori language, why do we still need a Māori language week?
Te Wikiu te Reo is like an amnesty week for those who are just starting to use the language and are curious about it.
Australia's Greg Hunt: 'Difficult deaths' from vaping are coming
Q: Do you expect there are long-term negative effects of vaping that we haven't yet properly grappled with?
He states that medical advice suggests chronic respiratory conditions will likely arise from the chemicals and processes involved in vaping.
Australia's Greg Hunt: 'Difficult deaths' from vaping are coming
Q: In hindsight, do you think the policy achieved the balance you were striving for with vaping?
Hunt acknowledges that while differing views exist, he believes restricting vaping growth is crucial, noting medical evidence linking vaping to increased tobacco use.

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This podcast provides a comprehensive exploration of pressing political issues and current events in New Zealand. Featuring insightful discussions with key political figures and industry experts, the content often revolves around national security, social policy, public health, housing, immigration, and international relations. As New Zealand navigates complex geopolitical landscapes and domestic challenges, the discussions include critiques of government policies, innovations in public service, and the implications of international trade dynamics. Unique to this show is its focus on promoting accountability by addressing difficult questions and controversial topics relevant to the nation’s governance and citizenry.

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Recent guests on Q+A with Jack Tame include:

1. Professor Rawinia Higgins
2. Oriini Kaipara
3. Geoffrey Palmer
4. Dr. Andrew Lensen
5. Anas Iqtait
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7. Hugh Jackson
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