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Mining Poldark is your behind-the-scenes pass to all five seasons of the beloved MASTERPIECE / BBC drama, Poldark. From Captain Ross Poldark’s first smoldering appearance on the Cornish cliffs, all the way to the upcoming fifth season of the series, hosts Barrett Brountas and Robin Ellis — who played the original Ross Poldark in the 1970s adaptation of Winston Graham’s novels — unpack all the adventure and fearless exploits, episode by episode.
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The 920 Show

Nick Meisner, Lydia Andersen

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The area code of the Green & Gold. A city on a bay. The land of cheese curds. Titletown. The Toilet Paper Capital of the World. We are Green Bay, Wisconsin! We’ll dive into all things Green Bay and the best ways to experience our city, from outdoor recreation to attractions, delicious restaurants and wine, beer, and cocktails, sports, events, and everything in between all year round. Hosted by Discover Green Bay.
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Wellingtonians now have the chance to discuss the issues of the day one-on-one with proud local Nick Mills and have a forum to share their ideas, passions and outrages on a daily basis. You don't find many people more passionate about the capital than Nick, and he comes to Wellington Mornings after decades of success as the man behind some of the city's leading hospitality and entertainment offerings - Spruce Goose, Hummingbird and the Wellington Saints basketball team just to name a few. Ni ...
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Inside Learning | Unlocking human potential

The Learnovate Centre, Trinity College Dublin

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How do we reach our potential in work and life? The Inside Learning podcast explores the science of learning and the future of work with expert guest speakers and research-based insights from The Learnovate Centre in Trinity College Dublin, a global research centre focused on learning technology. Hosted by author, consultant and coach Aidan McCullen. Get in touch: info@learnovatecentre.org / https://www.learnovatecentre.org
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The government has announced that large reputable construction companies, as well as plumbers and drainlayers will soon be able to self-certify their work, removing the need for lengthy council consents. But could this lead to an increase in shoddy building work? Also, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon said he's open to a discussion about banning Na…
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The Wellington City Council has met publicly for the first time since voting to ditch the planned sale of its stake in Wellington Airport. It's also the first time the council has met since Local Government Minister Simeon Brown announced he is appointing a Crown observer to the council. So when will the council begin deciding what to cut to fund a…
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The government is appointing a Crown observer to Wellington City Council - but is this setting a precedent that might affect other councils around the country? Also, the cost to install fencing along Wellington's waterfront has blown out from $7m to $30m. Why does it cost so much for some fencing? Hutt City mayor Campbell Barry and lawyer and forme…
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The Wellington Lions take on Bay of Plenty in the NPC final at Sky Stadium tomorrow - who will take out the championship? Also, the All Blacks face Japan in Tokyo shortly afterwards. How are both teams looking? Nick Mills was joined by Wellington sports broadcaster Matt Buck and Newstalk ZB Weekend Sport host Jason Pine. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio…
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The government will appoint a Crown observer to oversee Wellington City Council - but will the advice that led to the decision be released? Also, should Andrew Bayly remain a Minister after accusations of bullying a worker during a business visit? To answer those questions, Labour's health and Wellington issues spokeswoman Ayesha Verrall and Nation…
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Join us as we delve into the writing process behind the beloved local favorite, The Maid and the Socialite by Lynda Drews. In this episode, we discuss the vibrant history of Green Bay, and so much more. Nick and I share our thoughts on current happenings, and look ahead to future events—all with a spooky twist as we embrace the Fall season!…
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OPINION Yesterday afternoon just after lunch an email landed in my inbox from Simeon Brown. I looked out my window after four or five beautiful days in Wellington and saw clouds coming in from all directions. And that's exactly how I felt reading this email from Simeon Brown. It felt like a dark day. Brown was announcing he was appointing a Crown o…
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The Wellington Lions take on Bay of Plenty in this weekend's much-anticipated NPC final at Sky Stadium. Nick Mills was joined by captain Du'Plessis Kirfi and Lions veteran Brad Shields to discuss the season so far and the team's hopes for Saturday's match. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Local government minister Simeon Brown has decided to appoint a Crown observer to Wellington City Council. The decision was reached after the council's long-term plan was forced back to the council table after a vote to ditch the sale of the council's 34% stake in Wellington Airport. Now all eyes turn to who the observer will be - and what problems…
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Oscar Kightley has been a journalist, an author, and an actor - but he's also an acclaimed playwright. He's the writer behind Dawn Raids, a play he wrote in the late 1990s exploring the horror of the raids targeting Pasifika overstayers in the 1970s. But 27 years later, the show has never been staged in the capital. That finally changes this week w…
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Kiwi rock band Supergroove have announced they're reuniting for a New Zealand tour and are set to play in Wellington in April next year - huge news for Kiwi music fans. But it led Wellington Mornings music man James Irwin to wonder how many New Zealand artists or groups are currently in the New Zealand album charts? It turns out the answer is not m…
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Brothers Hamish and Robert Vance have been in the menswear business since young boys, eventually following in their grandfather and father's footsteps as directors of Vance Vivan. The menswear store first opened in October 1924 - and this month celebrates 100 years in business. The pair joined Nick Mills to discuss their memories, the impact counci…
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National MP and commerce and consumer affairs Minister Andrew Bayly has been accused of telling a worker to "f**k off home" and pulling the 'L' sign with his fingers during a visit to a business. He's apologised - but the full details around the incident are still unclear. Newstalk ZB political editor Jason Walls joined Nick Mills to discuss what h…
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Local government minister Simeon Brown is awaiting advice on whether to intervene at Wellington City Council - but is it actually necessary? Also, a year on from the election, how has the government performed? Porirua mayor Anita Baker and PSA assistant secretary Fleur Fitzsimons joined Nick Mills for Friday Faceoff. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com…
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A former TV star is just one of many names rumoured to be joining the race to be Wellington's next mayor, with the next local body election just under 12 months away. Rumours have been swirling among Wellington's business and political circles about who is considering a run against incumbent Tory Whanau and councillor Ray Chung - the only two candi…
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The Wellington Lions take on Waikato in the first NPC semi-final this weekend at Sky Stadium - what are our chances of making the final? Also, the Blackcaps dismissed India for their lowest home total in a test match in Bengaluru yesterday - how big a moment was this? Weekend Sport host Jason Pine and Newstalk ZB Wellington news director Max Towle …
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Wellington mayor Tory Whanau met with local government minister Simeon Brown this morning as he awaits advice on whether he should intervene at Wellington City Council. But is the council actually at the point where intervention is needed? Also, ACC is facing a $7.2 billion deficit. How did it get to this point, and are increased levies the only an…
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Labour leader Chris Hipkins says the threshold for government intervention in Wellington City Council hasn't been met. Talking to Nick Mills, he said the council still has an opportunity to pass its long term plan and show government it can function properly. "Councillors arguing amongst each other is local democracy." "The level of dysfunction has…
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Wellington Mayor Tory Whanau has called an urgent behind-doors council meeting for this afternoon, as the government seeks advice on whether intervention is needed for Wellington City Council. It comes after the council voted to ditch its plan to sell its 34% stake in Wellington Airport, meaning up to $600m in cuts will now be needed. NZ Herald's W…
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Finance Minister Nicola Willis has labelled the Wellington City Council a shambles, while Simeon Brown is seeking advice on whether government intervention is needed - so how likely is it that the government will step in? And the latest 1News Verian poll exactly a year on from the election has shown a slight dip for both major parties - how is the …
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Wellington City Council has stopped the sale of its 34% share in the airport. The Long Term Plan will have to be amended which could involve significant cuts to capital spending. It’s the second significant loss Mayor Tory Whanau has suffered this year after the Reading Cinemas deal was also killed. Wellington Mayor Tory Whanauis faced with cutting…
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The Wellington City Council has voted to ditch its planned sale of it's 34% stake in Wellington Airport. So what happens now, and how much will the council have to cut? Also, Bordeaux Bakery has closed, and is blaming the council for works in Thorndon Quay and the loss of carparks. Is it fair to blame the council? To answer those questions, former …
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The Wellington Lions take on Counties Manakau in an NPC quarter final tonight - will it be a repeat of September's thumping defeat? Also, Rafael Nadal is retiring. What's his legacy? Weekend Sport host Jason Pine and All Sport Breakfast host Adam Cooper joined Nick Mills for Friday Sport Kickoff. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…
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There was good news for mortgage holders yesterday as the Reserve Bank lowered the official cash right by 50 basis points. Are our politicians hoping for another 50 basis point drop later this year? Also, the Auditor General is highly critical of a $24m contract awarded to Mike King's Gumboot Friday charity without a competitive process. Was the go…
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Join us as we delve into the inspiring journey of Jordan McCabe, from his roots in northeast Wisconsin to his days on the college basketball court, and now his return home to coach the next generation of athletes. Discover the passion and dedication that drive him, and how his experiences are shaping young players today. Plus, get the scoop on exci…
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The Wellington City Council will vote on a motion to ditch the planned sale of its 34% stake in Wellington Airport on Thursday - which marks the end of a long-running saga that has split councillors almost down the middle. NZ Herald's Wellington Issues reporter Georgina Campbell says there have been so many flip-flops from various councillors that …
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Join us for a special episode of the Inside Learning Podcast, recorded at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin, with Elliot Masie, a key innovator in e-learning since the 1990s. Elliot discusses the evolution of digital learning, the intersection of learning and innovation, and the role of creativity and storytelling in education. The conversation also cove…
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The latest mood of the boardroom survey is out and the country's CEOs have rated the best performing ministers - so who are our panel's top three? Also, some Wellington City Councillors tried to prevent the council painting over pro-Palestine graffiti - is it a councillors job to determine what should and shouldn't remain? ChildFund CEO and Iron Du…
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The Wellington Lions take on Hawkes Bay at Sky Stadium tomorrow, with Peter Lakai stepping up as captain - what are we expecting? And Blackcaps captain Tim Southee has stepped down after the side's dismal performance in Sri Lanka - was this the right call? Weekend Sport host Jason Pine and All Sport Breakfast host Adam Cooper joined Nick Mills for …
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Thirty-five public schools could be converted into charter schools under the government's new plan to revive the independent but state-funded schools - but the Labour Party and teachers unions loathe the plan. So will charter schools actually work, and are they a good use of education resources? Labour's police spokesperson Ginny Andersen and Act l…
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A walking and cycling upgrade between Johnsonville and Tawa in Wellington has been put on pause - but when will the council reassess the project? Also, there are still further public service cuts to come for police staff - when will we know how many jobs will go? Newstalk ZB reporter Azaria Howell joined Nick Mills for the Capital Letter. LISTEN AB…
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The number of credit card applications has reached its highest level since 2021, leading to fears people are seeking credit as the high cost of living bites. David Cameron, manager of the Wellington Budget Service says credit cards can be dangerous for consumers who are lured in with the promise of an interest-free period, but then use them for dai…
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Wellington had a mammoth weekend, with an All Blacks test and the World of Wearable Arts attracting visitors to the city. How do we attract more events to the city, and what do they mean for our economy? Also, cruise ship numbers will be down this summer, and expensive airfares continue to bite. What is the outlook for Wellington's tourism market? …
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Thousands have taken to the streets to protest the government's move to downscale the Dunedin Hospital project, while the government starts the week with a conversation about increasing speed limits. Also, legislation reintroducing charter schools passed through Parliament last week, so how many schools will be up and running by the beginning of th…
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{"markup":" The All Blacks take on Australia at Sky Stadium this weekend - can they end their losing streak of five games without a win? \n It's also TJ Perenara's last match in Wellington - what will the game mean to him? \n All Sport Breakfast host Adam Cooper and Newstalk ZB's lead rugby commentator Elliot Smith joined Nick Mills for the Friday …
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The parents of students out of school for more than 15 days each year are in line to be prosecuted under new government guidelines, which also includes the removal of teacher-only days. Is this the right move, and what impact will it have on truancy numbers? To answer that, National's MP for Wairarapa Mike Butterick and Labour's health and Wellingt…
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Two musicians have gigs coming up in Wellington in the next fortnight - hometown favourite Louis Baker and 14-time Grammy winner Herbie Hancock. Also - who are the big artists who have never won a Grammy? Wellington Morning's music man James Irwin joined Nick Mills. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Chris White is a saxophonist who's shared the stage with countless stars; Paul McCartney, Eric Clapton and Tom Jones just to name a few. But it was in 1985 that he joined one of the biggest bands on the planet at the peak of their fame; Dire Straits. He was part of the band's memorable Live Aid performance and continued to tour with the band afterw…
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OPINION What a week Tory Whanau has had. It all started with our regular monthly catch-up on Tuesday. I asked the mayor if she was struggling with the cost of high rates and if she felt the pinch so many of us in Wellington are feeling. Her answer was pretty clear. "I've just sold my car recently, to kind of help pay the bills. I walk to work again…
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Wellington Mayor Tory Whanau says she has sold her car to help pay the bills, and does "nothing in terms of socialising" as money is so tight. But on $190,000 a year - is this just a poor attempt to relate to voters? Also, a developer has pulled out of plans to develop Oriental Bay's band rotunda - what should happen to the site? Former Wellington …
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The Wellington Lions take on Bay of Plenty at Sky Stadium on Saturday afternoon - what can we expect? And the All Blacks face Australia in the first Bledisloe Cup test in Sydney tomorrow too - how is the team looking? Weekend Sport host Jason Pine and All Sport Breakfast host Adam Cooper joined Nick Mills. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener f…
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Is Wellington City Council performing as it should be? The answer is a flat "no" according to Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, who told Nick Mills that the council needs to focus on spending on the right areas. But Luxon wouldn't say how close the government is to appointing a Crown observer, but insisted the government is keeping a close eye on t…
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Redevelopment plans for the Oriental Bay band rotunda have been scrapped - so what does the future hold for the site? And there have been issues with vandals targeting Wellington's new parking meters - what is the council doing to prevent damage? Newstalk ZB and NZ Herald reporter joined Nick Mills to answer those questions and more. LISTEN ABOVE S…
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- Wellington Mayor Tory Whanau says she’s not spending at the moment because of the cost of living crisis - She says her mortgage rates have doubled in the past few years and she recently sold her car to help pay the bills - The mayor recently received a 3.7% pay rise, taking her annual salary to $189,799 - She’s acknowledged things are “really tou…
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Wellington City Council is investigating offering $1500 'micro-grants' to businesses affected by roading changes - but is this figure meaningful? And how is the mood of Wellington? We know it's bad, but is there an element of the city feeling sorry for itself? Those were some of the questions for the Business Panel this week, with Lowe & Co managin…
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Wellington takes on Tasman in the NPC this weekend, hoping to make Tasman's time with the Ranfurly Shield a one-week wonder - so what's the team looking like? And Wellington Olympic have taken the Chatham Cup - how big a deal is this? Weekend Sport host Jason Pine and All Sport Breakfast host Adam Cooper joined Nick Mills for the Friday Sport Kicko…
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It was a resounding win for Kamala Harris at Wednesday afternoon's US Presidential debate - but how much can change over the campaign? And there have been a bunch of job losses in regional New Zealand this week - is there more to come? Those were the questions for the Friday Faceoff panel this week, with Iron Duke Partners director Phil O'Reilly an…
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Health Minister Shane Reti has announced how he plans to meet health targets set by the government - but how much money will have to be spent to meet them, and are they achievable? And are the regions in store for more pain as Winstone Pulp closes operations, and Methanex reduces production? Both Wairarapa MPs, Labour's Kieran McAnulty and National…
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