This episode, we unpack the tough truths of divorce with Broadcaster, Duncan Garner and Divorce Coach, Bridgette Jackson. From staggering legal fees to starting from scratch, we're baring it all about the financial and emotional tolls of marriage breakups. Whether you're knee-deep in the mortgage game or just looking to protect your relationship from money woes, this episode's real-life stories and expert advice will guide you through. Join us for a heart-to-heart that could save your wallet...

I want to get a picture of crime in NZ today, and I want it explained. Former top cop, forensic investigator Lance Burdett joins me. What’s going on? Who is behind the rise of violent crime? Who on earth actually loads a gun and brings it to town and kills a man? What sort of deluded, detached, thug lives in that universe? How many of these cold, ruthless animals exist in NZ? Crime worries us, and gangs can intimidate us, so are the Police up to the job? If crime and public safety worry...

Razor Robertson has been over to Japan to meet with Richie Mo'unga...he wants him back! He's currently on a $2m+ contract in Japan, and we've now realised we're buggered in the first five department. Change the eligibility rules I say! But how'd NZRU stuff up negotiations with Mo'unga so badly in the first place? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He's the man that stood up to Pharmac and the last government, a man who exposed just how far behind the world we are when it comes to lifesaving drugs. Malcolm Mulholland is a humble, hard working Kiwi hero who has saved and extended lives across the nation.  So, with Paula Bennett being Pharmac's new sheriff in town, how will she go, where are we at, and what needs to happen now?  Plus, what on earth do we do with all this thuggery on our streets at the moment? Ponsonby's LA-style...

The shooting in Ponsonby on Sunday night wreaks of something in downtown LA...but this is Auckland, New Zealand. Who does that? But this is now normal. These gangs and their thugs have been exported from Australia and this is how they deal with things. They're ruthless, have no moral compass, and are deluded. There's no room for bail with these idiots. Let's get on with it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He's the man in the pink jandals, and he's well and truly in your corner...or their corner anyway. I'm chatting with former boxer, no trainer, Isaac Peach. He's got a high profile stable of West Auckland fighters that are taking the boxing world by storm. Peach Boxing is the home of world champ Mea Motu. So, how do you train and become a World Champ from a garage in West Auckland? What is Isaac Peach doing different to other gyms? Are they on the verge of something very special? This is a...

The red tape around building in this country is keeping us out of pocket, slowing us down, choking our families, and choking our economy. We look like snails in comparison to Australia - it took under 6 months for me to build a house in Australia, whereas here, on average it takes 600 days, almost 2 years! No wonder it costs twice as much here as it does there...  It's not about removing safety measures, it's about removing the un-justifiable barriers that are getting in the way of...

Rugby is our "national game". Personally, I love it. I've grown up playing the game, watching it, and my son plays now too. But there's something not quite right at the moment... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Acclaimed music executive Damian Vaughan and multi-platinum music producer Joel Little are apart of MusicHelps - a charity that provides help through music to NZs most vulnerable. They join me today to talk about the charity, how you can help, NZ Music Month (this month), as well as many stories from Joel about writing & producing for the worlds best. We're talking Taylor Swift, Niall Horan, Sam Smith, and of course Lorde, just to name a few. Most of all, today in NZ Music T-Shirt day....

Crag Luxton is riding across America with a bunch of mates shortly and it’s the best thing he can do for himself. But now, more than ever, he needed his mates and they have stepped up. Click here to donate: Bike USA - Craig, James & Gerald • Fundraise Your Way - MND New Zealand (raisely.com) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

They are old rugby mates - Craig Luxton and Jamie Wilkins.  And they are riding across america to help raise awareness of motor neurone disease and attempt to raise up to 30k to help researchers find out more about this life ending disease. It’s the club no one wants to be part of. But for Craig and Jamie it’s more than just a ride for a mate who died of the disease at age 52. Craig Luxton is a former rep rugby player here and overseas. He has a successful business wife and three girls. At...

Erica Stanford, the new Education Minister, is promising a massive shake up of our education system. Aside from the banning of cellphones which is, well, by the bye, Stanford promises a new curriculum that's explicit, smarter reporting, stronger learning support, use of clear data, and much more.  This interview will rock you to your core. If you are a parent and don't feel this, there's something wrong.  Along with this, I've got a Slam Dunc as always, and plenty of letters to the...

On the education front, New Zealand is awful. We are in horrific shape, folks, and we need a shake up. This is exactly what Minister Erica Stanford promises us. Will she deliver? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every Tuesday at 7:30 pm Join hosts Bomber Bradbury and Damien Grant for a no-holds-barred deep dive into the heart of New Zealand politics on The Working Group.  On the show this week, ACT Leader David Seymour and Nationals Chris Penk, slice through the week's most contentious issues, from Oranga Tamariki's policies to the prison system, and tackle the living cost crisis head-on. Expect provocative, critical commentary and a hefty dose of unfiltered truths Watch on YouTube Watch on...

Hey Duncan Here,  Every weekend I am going to introduce you to some new podcasts you should check out. This one is called "Where's My Money?" Its the story of a mate of mine, Reagan and his battle with a million dollar mortagage that's almost cost him his home. Its raw, its authentic, and its a story that many of us will feel very close to.  Take a listen, give it a follow and enjoy.      See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reagan White has a mountain of debt - one point one million dollars to be exact. It's an eye watering amount and it's been keeping him awake at night. In fact, things were so close to the line he decided he needed to call in the big guns. Now, thanks to Enable Me's Hannah McQueen, he's getting back on track. But how much is too much to borrow, and what levers can you pull when your mortgage debt's out of control? Reagan decided to share his story on his new podcast, 'Where's My Money' -...

Duncan Garner has an unapologetically frank conversation with Willie Jackson and finds out his thoughts on the state of the media and Melissa Lee's tenure as Broadcasting Minister.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How Willie Jackson helped turn around the life of baby Moko's Mum after the world had turned its back on her. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

4 years on from the legalisation of medicinal Marijuana, Duncan talks to Dr. Waseem Alzaher, who runs a Cannabis Clinic. Why is the product still so expensive, and should the government be doing more to bring us in line with other countries? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As mortgage rates remain stubbornly high and job losses escalate, the economic strain is deeply felt across households and businesses alike. Duncan Garner explores the personal stories behind the statistics, shedding light on the human toll of unemployment and the allure of opportunities abroad. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duncan Garner interviews Barclay Nettlefold, chairman of MediaWorks, about the challenges and opportunities facing the New Zealand media industry. Garner and Nettlefold discuss the rise of digital media, the challenges of local media companies, the future of radio, and the potential of podcasting. They also chat about Nettlefold's other passion, Supercars, and the recent return of the sport to Taupō. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's "Slam Dunc", Duncan Garner opens up like never before about the week his whole world came crashing down. He lost his high-profile radio job, went through a messy divorce, and had to sell his home - all within a few devastating days. With raw honesty, Duncan recounts the brutal realities he faced as his career, marriage, and living situation were all ripped away at once. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join us as Kiwi actress Morgana O'Reilly takes us on a candid journey through the interwoven paths of her acting career and motherhood. In this episode, Morgana opens up about the challenges of balancing the spotlight with parenting, the emotional investment of auditions, and the art of detachment post-performance. She also shares her dreams of showcasing New Zealand's talent globally and how personal growth and family support play crucial roles in the arts. Dive into the life of an actress...

In this series of extended podcasts we revisit some of our favourite interviews from the first 200 DGEIC episodes. Part 4: Heather Morris is a grandmother from Te Awamutu. She took up writing in her mid-60's and has now sold over 16 million books worldwide. He brought sailing to life and into our living rooms. One of the most recognisable voices in New Zealand history, Peter 'PJ' Montgomery looks back at his life, and a recent loss that has left him heartbroken. And most of us probably...