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Newsable

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Newsable is all about what everyone’s talking about. Highbrow, lowbrow, exclusives, analysis and hot takes - it’s a fresh way to get up to speed on the day’s big stories, delivered in a uniquely Stuff way. Newsable brings you the news you need to know, when it happens. Drop us a line: newsable@stuff.co.nz
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Episodes

Deadly fungus, renting or buying, Afroman lawsuit, cats vs cucumbers

Is 'The Last of Us' about to come true, with a potentially deadly fungus on the move around the world? Plus, we'll look at how to shift from renter to buyer with some top tips to get into your own home. Why Afroman is suing US police, and PLEASE STOP SCARING YOUR CATS WITH CUCUMBERS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 26, 202319 min

Would you fly overseas to see a superstar concert?

We look at why some fans are flying to different continents to get cheaper concert tickets, and dive into more of the things which got you talking this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 24, 202310 min

TikTok fronts up, male contraception, Gwyneth Paltrow, Fun Fact Friday

TikToK's CEO is fronting up at Congress in the US to totally convince everyone that China isn't spying, plus we get up to speed on the latest research around men taking the pill. Gwyneth Paltrow's in court over a skiing accident, and we're back with Fun Fact Friday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 23, 202319 min

Posie Parker, French riots, doping runner, and do you need a degree?

What's behind the decision to let Posie Parker into NZ, and we deep dive into what's driving a wave of rioting in France. What happens to records set by athletes caught doping, and do you actually need a degree to get into the workforce? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 22, 202320 min

All Blacks coaching, visa worries, 3D printed baking, body doubles

Why does a change of coach matter so much to the All Blacks, plus what's the kerfuffle over Posie Parker trying to come to New Zealand? We'll find out how you can 3D print a cake, and debate the role of body doubles in international politics (as well as work out who we could double for). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 21, 202318 min

Sneaky 'service fees', climate action, Boris Johnson, and cups of tea

Why are we still putting up with sneaky service fees being added to online purchases like concert tickets? Plus, the climate report to end all climate reports is just out. We look at the latest step in the unravelling of Boris Johnson's career, and whether a cup of tea with a bikkie is facing extinction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 20, 202318 min

Arresting Donald Trump, can money buy happiness, tastiest Easter eggs

Donald Trump says he's about to be arrested, but could this spark a sequel to the January 6 riots? Oh, and there's a warrant out for Vladimir Putin's arrest too! WILD. New research says money can buy happiness - BUT only up to a certain point. And what is the tastiest Easter egg? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 19, 202317 min

Golf's too easy, late to work, digger competitions, Fun Fact Friday

Golf ponders changing the balls to make it harder to do massive drives, and should people with dyslexia be allowed flexible work start times? We talk digger competitions (you try pouring a cup of tea with a giant excavator), and Fun Fact Friday .. who'll claim bragging rights this week? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 16, 202318 min

Teachers' strike, covid tracing, phone phobia, and swearing at work

Why the teacher strike could be an ongoing headache for the government in election year, and did you know covid tracing is still happening? We look at why people are scared of phone calls and how to combat the fear, plus swearing at work; where's the line? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 15, 202317 min

Breakers go for gold, should big cars drive slower, and drunk shopping

The Breakers are one game away from their first title since 2015 ... superfan Guy Williams is convinced they can do it. Should bigger cars have to drive slower to save the planet, and how much is being spent by people shopping while drunk? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 14, 202321 min

Collapsing US banks, political polls, recession warnings, nuggies vs wings

With two US banks falling over, what could the ripple effects be? Plus, the latest political poll paints a rough picture for one party leader. Why warnings of recession won't go anywhere anytime soon, and what defines a chicken nugget .. vs a boneless wing? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 13, 202317 min

BONUS: The 2023 Academy Awards

Winners and losers on and off the champagne carpet - what you need to know to pretend you watched the whole ceremony without giving away 3 hours of your life. Plus, we go inside an Oscars party in LA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 13, 202318 min

GP shortage, trash on remote beaches, Oscars, and Gary Lineker

We're running out of GPs at a rapid pace, so how do we get more of them into the health system? Plus, how tonnes of rubbish are affecting one of our most isolated and beautiful beaches. We've got an Oscars cheat sheet, and explain WTF is happening with Gary Lineker vs the BBC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 12, 202319 min

AI voices, NDAs, boiling wooden spoons, and poo on the moon?

Could AI host a podcast? Spoiler alert - no. What to do if you start dating a celeb and they want you to sign an NDA. Why TikTok says you should boil your wooden spoons, and we debut FUN FACT FRIDAY - and we need your votes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 09, 202319 min

Uber Eats harrassment, fatty milk, tenants' rights, and tall people at gigs

Surprise Uber Eats deliveries become the bane of an Auckland man's life, and full fat milk's making a comeback. What to do if you're a renter and the neighbour builds a massive house that blocks the sun, and yeah nah - should tall people have to stand at the back of gigs? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 08, 202319 min

Biased public servants, celebrating women, booking a band for the King

Should public servants be sacked for political opinions, and we "celebrate" International Women's Day with superstar comic Mel Bracewell. Tap into Harry Styles mania, and why is it so hard for King Charles to book a band to play at his big coronation party? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 07, 202318 min

Free childcare, pharmacy only vapes, streaking, and signature surgery

How much would making early childhood care free cost NZ, and should you have to get vape products from a chemist? We weigh into how much punishment streakers should get, and how to give your signature a professional makeover. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 06, 202321 min

Bonus Episode: All About Emile Donovan

Leo, Arsenal FC fan, and Lobster Lover: Emile "Jampa Kunga" Donovan. Co-hosts Emile Donovan and Imogen Wells hadn't met before Newsable and thought it could be funky to interview each other. So, why was his career choice between fruit picking and journalism? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 06, 202310 min

Bonus Episode: All About Imogen Wells

Wellingtonian, self-confessed theatre kid, and lover of Colin Firth: Imogen Wells. Co-hosts Emile Donovan and Imogen Wells hadn't met before Newsable and thought it could be funky to interview each other. So, what is she cooking if David Attenborough comes round for dinner? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 06, 202313 min

Public service "gravy train", Cyclone disinformation, Harry Styles, and pies

PM Chris Hipkins discusses whether the public service is wasting money, and we look at rumours the Cyclone Gabrielle death toll was in the thousands. What makes Harry Styles so addictive for his fans, and what's the GOAT of pies? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 05, 202321 min

What is Newsable?

Newsable is all about what everyone’s talking about. High brow, low brow, exclusives, analysis and hot takes - it’s a fresh way to get up to speed on the day’s big stories, delivered in a uniquely Stuff way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 05, 202331 sec
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