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#BHN Big Hairy News

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Award winning podcasters Pat and Chewie host a news commentary show that is broadcast weekdays Big Hairy News, or #BHN, gives the space needed to cover off the stories covered rather than the two and a half minutes the mainstream media gives guests between weather and the next ad break.

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Labour is surging, National is slipping, and New Zealand's political landscape is looking more unpredictable than ever. The latest freshwater strategy, Infrastructure New Zealand poll for The Post shows that Labour has extended its lead to 8 points a... more

In some of the darker corners of the internet a few of the grubbier actors have been pushing a narrative whole heartedly fed to them by Matt McCarten without any critical eye. Matthew Tukaki joins us tonight claiming there are lies being told and amp... more

Chris Hipkins joins us live at 9pm in an end of year conversation as we look to an election year next year. How does Chippy think 2025 has gone and 2026 will go?Craig Renney joins us LIVE to talk about today's HYEFU results and the fact that there is... more

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Paul 'the other one' Barlow latest research leads to some very concerning findings on who is supplying the media with political news and narratives and even more concerning, those outlets running the stories, seem to be just cutting and pasting press... more

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Martin Bomber Bradbury
Activist and political commentator
Leftist media and commentary
Episode: #BHN Bomber LIVE at 9pm | Paul Barlow LIVE on The Collective | McAnulty on RMA
Rachel Brooking
Dunedin MP and Labour Party spokesperson for the RMA
Labour Party
Episode: #BHN Rachel Brooking LIVE on the RMA | Govt RMA changes | Third of voters want Luxon gone
Dr. Alex Plum
Researcher focusing on the disparities in sentencing based on ethnicity
Auckland University of Technology
Episode: #BHN Maori getting harsher sentences | Bish on Regional Councils | Govt ignored advice on crackdown
Celia Wade Brown
Green Party spokesperson for local government
Green Party
Episode: #BHN OCR cut again | Shocking Tova interview of Chippy | More details on losing Regional Councils
Sophie Barker
Dunedin's new mayor
Dunedin City Council
Episode: #BHN Tākuta Ferris speaks on MATA | Dunedin Mayor Sophie Barker on cancelling Regional Councils | Luxon on coalition cracks | Hipkins on Kiwisaver for low income
Tākuta Ferris
Politician and spokesperson for Māori issues
Te Pāti Māori
Episode: #BHN Tākuta Ferris speaks on MATA | Dunedin Mayor Sophie Barker on cancelling Regional Councils | Luxon on coalition cracks | Hipkins on Kiwisaver for low income
Michael Woods
Former Labour MP and Transport Minister returning to politics
Labour Party
Episode: #BHN Simeon blocks gender affirming care | Michael Woods returns | Patreon's future
Qiulae Wong
Leader of the Opportunity Party
Opportunity Party
Episode: #BHN Qiulae Wong joins us to talk Opportunity Party | Gary's Economics on 30 | Seymour's d**k move
Dr. Jude Ball
Co-director of the ASPIRE Aotearoa Research Centre, Doctor in Public Health
University of Otago
Episode: #BHN Sam Seder on Zohran Mamdani | Dr Jude Ball on Tobacco interference | Unity in parliament?

Hosts

Pat
Co-host who provides a blend of humor and insightful political commentary, engaging the audience with a critical perspective on current affairs and governance.
Chewie
Co-host known for his engaging and humorous approach to political discussions, often emphasizing community involvement and social justice issues.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 212 ratings
  • Pat and Chewy holding feet to the fire

    Pat and Chewy I trust, they are both honest and reliable and hold the left and right to account, I better informed by them than the MSM ❤️ the right are to scared to go and defend their policies

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Porangi
    New Zealand4 months ago
  • Great political analysis

    I send this podcast to anyone who I speak to who is wrestling with our current social issues in Aotearoa New Zealand. Particularly good for non Maori to wrap their heads around what on earth is going on, how it affects the people of this country and who benefits and who doesn’t. In this current media crisis keep doing what you’re doing at BHN. You help explain the smoke and mirrors in our current world.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    perpetual_student
    New Zealand4 months ago
  • A must listen for me

    A balm to my left leaning soul. Keeps me up to date on political current affairs. Fab guests with minimal time restrictions so discussions are thorough. Hosts add humor.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sallygirl08
    New Zealand5 months ago
  • Progressive, and thoughtful commentary on politics. The interviews are the best part and intelligent questions asked to very knowledgeable guests.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    mindful86
    7 months ago
  • Well informed, interesting and totally pertinent. Great stuff.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Tuahiwi David
    a year ago

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Many listeners highlight the show's focus on community issues and social justice, viewing it as essential for understanding current events in NZ.
Listeners appreciate the informative and humorous approach to political commentary, finding it a refreshing contrast to mainstream media.

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#BHN Westpac increases mortgage rates | More polls out today | Social media ban
Q: Can you shed any light on that before we have to actually...
Citizen Gold is absolutely right. Theoretically, you can go all the way to 374 days.
#BHN Kickback State of the Street report | Tania Waikato on school numbers | Luxon's gangsta move
Q: Why do you think youth homelessness is not being effectively addressed?
Both the previous and current governments have failed to provide enough support and understanding of the issue.
#BHN Kickback State of the Street report | Tania Waikato on school numbers | Luxon's gangsta move
Q: What is the State of the Streets report about?
It's a report that pulls data on youth homelessness to better understand the issue and advocate for change.
#BHN Maori getting harsher sentences | Bish on Regional Councils | Govt ignored advice on crackdown
Q: What does your research specifically show about the treatment of Māori versus Pākehā in sentencing for drink driving offenses?
Our analysis indicated that Māori face harsher sentences than Pākehā despite similar blood alcohol levels during the offense.
#BHN Qiulae Wong joins us to talk Opportunity Party | Gary's Economics on 30 | Seymour's d**k move
Q: Can you give us the elevator pitch for the reset and what today's Opportunity Party is all about?
It's a subtle but important change, recognizing that to get over the pesky 5%, we've got to do something different and we've got to do something that's maybe a bit different and disruptive from what we've done last time.

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1. Martin Bomber Bradbury
2. Rachel Brooking
3. Dr. Alex Plum
4. Celia Wade Brown
5. Sophie Barker
6. Tākuta Ferris
7. Michael Woods
8. Qiulae Wong

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