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The Weekend Collective

Newstalk ZBwww.newstalkzb.co.nz

The Weekend Collective on Newstalk ZB is an intelligent and fun take on the life you live and what you love. From Barrister to singer to recording artist and concert producer, including performing the national anthem for the All Blacks, you name it, Tim Beveridge has done it. Joined by a range of special expert guests throughout the afternoon, The Weekend Collective will cover off the issues of the week, politics, parenting, finance, wellness and property.

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Episodes

Ganesh Raj: Is plant based food worth the hype?

This week on the Health Hub, celebrity chef Ganesh Raj shows us a whole new world of cooking- and explains the hype around plant-based meals. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 06, 202340 min

Chris Finlayson: Former National MP hopeful National, ACT and NZ First will be able to work together

A former Attorney General has faith the parties set to form the incoming Government will get over their differences. The final election result shows National will need ACT and New Zealand First, if it wants to govern. ACT leader David Seymour and New Zealand First's Winston Peters butted heads repeatedly during the campaign. But Former National MP Chris Finlayson says they have plenty of overlap in policy. He says there will be smart-aleck quips from time to time, but that's the way it is - and ...

Nov 05, 202313 min

David Seymour: ACT Party leader promises to make coalition with Winston Peters work following special vote results

ACT's David Seymour says the final election results haven't changed his relationship with Winston Peters- but it's their job to make it work now voters have decided. National and Act now need New Zealand First to form a Government after National lost two seats in the special vote counts. Seymour says he'd reached out to New Zealand First before that, but they haven't heard back. "I think now they're clearly made part of a future governing arrangement by Friday's numbers, it's incumbent on them t...

Nov 05, 202310 min

Politics Central: What can we expect from the incoming coalition agreements?

On Friday, the final election results were announced and NZ First brought in 8 seats and the ACT Party got 11. How will these coalition agreements go? To give us his insight, Former Attorney General Chris Finlayson joins the Weekend Collective. Later, David Seymour tells us what his bottom lines are- and why he hasn't changed his option of Winston Peters. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Nov 05, 202341 min

Kent Johns: Why do people run marathons?

14,000 Aucklanders took to the streets to take part in the annual Run The City marathon. Have you ever done a marathon and why did you do it? We're joined by Kent Johns to chat about finding your desire and 'why'. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 30, 202315 min

Politics Central: Is Peters really fit to be in Government?

Is Winston Peters senile or cynical? Political commentator Matthew Hooton explains why Peters is unfit to be in government. Plus, Dr Paul G. Buchanan joins us to give his insight on Israel-Hamas war and why there might be no end in sight. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 30, 202341 min

Shane Solly: What's been driving capital markets?

The capital markets have been volatile recently with long-term interest rates going up and share markets going down. Shane Solly from Harbour Asset Management breaks down what’s been driving capital markets, and what could support share markets. Are you sinking, floating, or flying when it comes to your personal finances? Hannah McQueen breaks down what targets you should be trying to hit at your age. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Oct 29, 202341 min

The Panel with Shane Te Pou and Simon Wilson: Winston Peters, the axing of the Project, and the release of one final Beatles song with the help of AI

This week on the Panel, Tim Beveridge was joined by Shane Te Pou and Simon Wilson to discuss whether Winston Peters is cynical or senile. They also touched on what The Project being axed says about kiwis’ viewing habits, and the release of a final Beatles song with the assistance of AI. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 28, 202341 min

Greg Pain: Getting ready for marathon season

It's marathon season for a lot of Kiwis. Tim Beveridge was joined by Bio-mechanist Greg Pain to chat about how to improve your movement, how to avoid injury, and what you can do to strengthen your muscles. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 23, 202340 min

Hannah McQueen: Where should your finances be?

Are you sinking, floating, or flying when it comes to your personal finances? Hannah McQueen breaks down what targets you should be trying to hit at your age. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 23, 202341 min

Robert Patman: Otago University international relations professor on how the US can navigate the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict

The Israeli Defence Force is warning citizens in Gaza to evacuate to the south. The IDF has apparently dropped flyers in the Sabrah neighbourhood warning people to flee urgently. It's while the US military is sending more missile defence systems to the Middle East, and placing additional troops on a 'prepare-to-deploy' notice. Otago University international relations professor, Robert Patman says there was a window of hope in the 90s in conversations around a two-state solution. "We've never got...

Oct 22, 202311 min

Steven Joyce: Former National MP says it's in Winston's best interest to work constructively with National during coalition talks

Phone calls and negotiations behind the scenes, as National and ACT look set to form the next Government. With the special votes yet to confirm the make-up of the Beehive, both parties are likely to need New Zealand First in a three-way majority arrangement. Former National MP Steven Joyce, was part of talks in 2017, when Winston Peters eventually sided with Labour and Jacinda Ardern. He says it's a different situation now, as Peters had to choose between two parties, while this time Labour's al...

Oct 22, 202316 min

Politics Central: What challenges could National face post-election?

This week on Politics Central, Steven Joyce weighs in on the key challenges impacting Luxon and National in forming a Government, particularly in negations with their coalition partners. Later, Professor Robert Patman provides an update on the Israel-Gaza war and how the US can navigate its involvement. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 22, 202341 min

The Parent Squad with Dave Atkinson: What is Attachment Theory?

What does it mean for kids to build healthy and secure attachments with their parents or caregivers, especially in the context of adoption? Dave Atkinson from The Parenting Place joins the Weekend Collective to explain Attachment Theory. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 21, 202341 min

Debbie Roberts: What's the best option for a first investment property?

What are the best housing options to get into property investing? These days, there are so many apartments and townhouses on the market, but are they really worth it? Debbie Roberts from The Property Apprentice joins the Weekend Collective to to give her insight. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 21, 202342 min

Politics Central: Wrapping the election

In 2020 the Labour Government won 65 seats, with National taking only 33. The tides well and truly changed last night at the 2023 election, and to wrap it all New Zealand Herald's Thomas Coughlan joined Tim Beverage on the Weekend Collective. Plus, on Saturday, a major setback to the country's efforts for reconciliation with its First Peoples. Australia rejected a proposal to recognise Indigenous people in the constitution. Australian correspondent Murray Olds joined to talk about the upset. LIS...

Oct 16, 202341 min

Murray Olds: Australian Correspondent on the defeated Voice referendum

There’s confidence that indigenous rights aren't dead-in-the-water in Australia after the Voice referendum was defeated. It sought to change the constitution to recognise the First Peoples of Australia, by establishing a body called the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice. All states voted no, with ACT the only region to vote yes. Australian Correspondent Murray Olds said that despite the result, the spotlight is on the situation for indigenous people. He says there are gaps everywhere, ...

Oct 16, 202310 min

Pete Wolfkamp: Are you getting ripped off by quotes?

This week on the OneRoof Radio Show, ZB's own Resident Builder Pete Wolfkamp explains how to stick to a budget- and avoid getting ripped off by quotes. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 14, 202341 min

Jason Walls: ZB Political Editor recaps the campaign and ongoing conflict between National and NZ First

Claims National is trying to scare people away from voting for New Zealand First. The party has released messaging warning that there's a real possibility of a second election if they can't get a coalition deal across the line with Winston Peters party. ZB Political Editor Jason Walls says they're bluffing and that it would be incredibly unlikely. He believes a move like that could frustrate the electorate. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Oct 08, 20238 min

Robert Patman: Politics and International Studies expert weighs in on the deadly attacks on Israel

Gunmen from the Palestinian group Hamas have rampaged through Israeli towns and left a trail of destruction. Over 300 have died in the attack, and dozens have been wounded and taken hostage in by far the deadliest day of violence in Israel in decades. Israel has launched air strikes in response, and its Prime Minister says his country is at war. University of Otago Politics and International Relations expert Robert Patman explains the extent of the crisis. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listene...

Oct 08, 202318 min
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