Today I start with a brief catch-up, but my main topic is about a new opinion poll that has very bad news for the NZ’s 3-way coalition government. I provide some context as well as talk about what the poll means. And it with that, I managed to get a second podcast episode in April. Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode ”Poll: Labour could return to power if election held today” – “1News” (TVNZ) “NZ: Buyer’s remorse?” – My in-depth post about...

This episode has been so very long delayed! I was busy with a lot of little things, and I still am, so this episode isn’t edited. I start with what I did right after my previous episode, then I talk about some more things I was doing, including one that was emotionally challenging. I also did something I was able to do because apparently I’m now officially old. Or, something like that.. Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode ”My challenging...

This week I’ve been starting to get back to regular life after my holiday. February is already shaping up to be a busy month. I start today with updates to what I talked about last week, then it’s on to some of the new things I’ve been doing. I’ll be getting stuff done this month, if things go to plan. Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode ”The long short month” – My blog post on the start to my February. “Fiji Trip 2024” – The tag for all...

This episode is about my recent trip with family to Fiji. This is sort of a general update. Next time, back to regular life! Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode ”Travelling gratitude” – My blog post on my trip-related gratitude. “Fiji Trip 2024” – The tag for all trip-related posts (when they’re published). “The annual increasing number: 65” – My annual birthday blog post, with my selfie. “Fifteen years later” – My post about the 15th...

It’s nine days until my next birthday, and I’ve been busy, and with varied things. I talk honestly about some of my challenges I have with going clothes shopping. Also, it’s rather hot. Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode ”Clothes maketh the sequel” – My blog post on my shopping excursion. “Heat alert issued for Auckland: ‘Keep hydrated'” – 1 News. Get AmeriNZ Podcast free on Apple Podcasts

I had good holidays this year because I actually had some this year! I was alone on Christmas last year, and I’ve almost always seen in the New Year alone, but this year I was with the family. I have a lot of little chores I plan to get done over the next couple of weeks, during what’s the quietest time of the year. I forgot to mention that I had another series of “Ask Arthur” blog posts last month. (link below). Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this...

Today was predicted to be the hottest day of the summer so far, and it was for some areas. I haven’t done much since the last episode, mostly routine stuff, but sometimes that, too, is my life, One thing I did was fix this site, so there’s that. Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode “The heat is on” – My blog post about the warm/hot weather. “Memories shared, forgotten, and reviewed” – My post on things that happened on December 18 over...

New Zealand finally has a circus—whoops!— I meant a government. The three parties finally managed to strike a coalition deal. The new parliament was sworn-in this week, and everything now begins. I talk about that first. By the way, I was right: The tradition of not entering the Debating Chamber goes back to the time of Cromwell, because of Charles 1. Then, I talk about what I’ve been up to, especially how busy I’ve been. Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things...

New Zealand still doesn’t have a government—that is, the new government hasn’t been able to strike a coalition deal yet. I talk about that first. Then, I talk about what I’ve been up to, including updates to some things I’ve talked about in recent episodes. Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode “New Zealand’s in between days” – The blog post I mentioned, with more detail on this interregnum period. “New Zealand’s three ring circus” – My post...

I had a reflective week or two because of the anniversary this past week: Tuesday was the tent anniversary of the day Nigel and I were married, and Thursday was the 28th anniversary of the day in 1995 that I arrived in New Zealand to live, the day that Nigel and I began our life together. I talk about that first. Then, I talk about the final results of New Zealand’s General Election, and some of what that means. I also tell you the truth about what the results actually show, a view not...

New Zealand’s Labour Day Holiday was this past Monday, and I laboured—and laboured. I’m plotting—sorry, planning a new project that—well, we’ll see. Finally, I have a lighthearted way to end the episode. Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode “My labouring day” – My blog post about how I spent the public holiday “Tomatoes and blessings” – A post on Labour Day memories “Falling numbers” – Just a slice-of-life story with something I thought was...

Today’s episode is about the results of the New Zealand General Election—it’s not as simple as what most news reports are saying. After that, I have plans for this week. Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode “Election Day 2023 has ended” – My blog post after the polls closed on Election Day “The (political) end is here” – My post on the preliminary election results “The trouble ahead” – My first blog post about the implications of the...

The New Zealand General Election finishes tomorrow—finally! As I said last week, no one has any idea what’s going to happen, but it’s likely to be very close whatever it is. I also update a bit from last week, and tell you about my technological win. Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode “Getting on the bus” – My blog post about how I vote “Port Waikato by-election to follow general election after ACT candidate’s death” – Stuff “Pōti ahau – I...

I lost several days last week after I hurt myself. Oops. I talk about that first today, and then a bit about the New Zealand General Election because Advance Voting began on Monday. It’ll be interesting to see what happens (which is a nice way of saying no one has any idea what’s going to happen). Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode “Brushing away chores” – My blog post about those brushes “Noting the not everyday stuff” – My blog post...

This is the 400th episode of the AmeriNZ Podcast!!! Who’d ever have guessed I’d make it? It only took me 6,028 days… I talk about all that first, then what I’ve been up to since last week’s episode. This episode is also 18 weeks in a row, actually. Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode “Unusually busy me” – My blog post about my recent weekend “A history of daylight saving in NZ” – 1 News (TVNZ) Get AmeriNZ Podcast free on Apple Podcasts

It’s been a reflective time for me lately, with some anniversaries and the Pride 48 live-streaming weekend. I talk about all that first, then it’s on to some stuff in the New Zealand news. Next week: Episode 400!!! Visit the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode “208 weeks, but not a year” – My first blog post about “The Horrible Anniversary” “The fourth horrible anniversary” – My post about this year’s “The Horrible Anniversary” “Streaming nostalgia” – My blog...

Today’s episode is named after two anniversaries: Today is the seventeenth anniversary of my blog, and yesterday was the 28th anniversary of when I first arrived in New Zealand as a tourist, when Nigel and I met in person for the first time. This coming weekend is also the final Pride 48 Live Streaming Event, and I reminisce and opine about podcasting. Then, I briefly talk about a small project outside. Finally, I share a funny (to me) story form New Zealand’s news. Be sure to Like the...

Dare I say it? Spring may have sprung! I also share my surprise at how well the pool noodles have worked. My main topic today is about why and how I developed my personal organisation system, and that’s actually a story about how I’m doing these days. Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode “My new projected system” – My first blog post in which talked about the system. “As if to prove the point” – My system hit a snag only days into...

The pool noodles are deployed! Some deep topics coming next week. In the meantime, Spring is on the way! Also, the pain I mentioned last week is gone. Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode ”Fixing an unexpected problem” – My post on using the pool noodles ”Nigel would’ve been 59” – My post on Nigel’s birthday this year Get AmeriNZ Podcast for free on Apple Podcasts

FOUR DAYS in a row with sunshine!!! However will I cope? Well, I mowed the lawns, for one thing. That led to a problem, and I discovered something I need to repair. Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode ”Regular household duties” – My post on my mowing day About the sciatic nerve ”Oblivious to a solution” – My 2022 post on the patio table cover Get AmeriNZ Podcast for free on Apple Podcasts

The New Zealand Government announced a major change to Covid regulations this week—and other things happened, too. I had a particular day today. Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode ”The ‘end’ of Covid” – My blog post on the change to Covid rules in NZ ”The landmine day” – My post on my day today Get AmeriNZ Podcast for free on Apple Podcasts

The weather is still a barrier—but I managed to move around it. This week is mainly an update on what’s going on, including everyone’s favourite topic, as well as things I talked about last week. Naturally, there’s also new stuff for me and for New Zealand that I talk about toward the end of the episode. The Rugby World Cup – France 2023 runs from September 8 to 28. Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode ”Powering ahead—for now” – My blog post...

I’m a flexible podcaster, able to overcome obstacles that tried to prevent me podcasting this week. The first obstacle is actually related to this podcast, and I talk about that first. Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode ”A very weird thing” – My first blog post on the blog problem ”Fixing tech problems again” – My blog post on how I fixed the blog problem ”Spicy work” – My blog post on organising my spice shelf Get AmeriNZ Podcast for free...

It’s cold—well, I think so, anyway. But, then, as I’ve said many times before, I’m not a fan of winter. I begin today talking about some sad news I received yesterday. I then talk about plans I made for my upcoming birthday. Also, I had a very good weekend. Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode ”Remembrance of things past—and later” – My blog post on the sad news I got ”Six months hence” – My blog post on my birthday plans ”A busy weekend was...