Mike Hosking Breakfast
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MIKE HOSKING BREAKFAST
6am–9am weekdays
Open your mind to the world with New Zealand’s number one breakfast show.
Without question, as New Zealand’s number one talk host, Mike Hosking sets the day’s agenda.
The sharpest voice and mind in the business, Mike drives strong opinion, delivers the best talent, and always leaves you wanting more.
There are many sides to Mike. He’s ambitious and insightful, a family man and loving husband, a news junkie and social influencer.
His quick wit, intelligent conversation and bold approach ensure the audience is up to date and informed as they plough into their busy day.
The Mike Hosking Breakfast always cuts through and delivers the best.
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Mike's Minute: An ode to Dunedin
A nod to Dunedin. The place of my birth and a bunch of fairly happy years in the early part of my radio career. We were back last month for the graduation of a...
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"Sticking around is a success": Jeremy Corbett on comedy and 18 seasons of '7 Days'
There’s an appetite for live comedy in New Zealand at the moment. Major international players such as Jimmy Carr and Matt Rife have had their success, and now...
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The Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast: 22 January 2026
On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Thursday 22nd of January, we go to Davos to react to Trump's speech on Greenland at the World Economic Forum. We...
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THE RE-WRAP: Politics and the Truth
THE BEST BITS IN A SILLIER PACKAGE (from Thursday's Mike Hosking Breakfast) No Real Link There/Dunedin Rocks/Vector Doesn't/Where Did You Get That Suit?/Disconnected...
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Kiwis unlikely to see savings despite record hydro inflows
Despite record hydro inflows, the average Kiwi is unlikely to see any savings on their energy bills. Inflows into the lakes hit 123% of the historical average...
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Trump rules out force but remains determined to take over Greenland
Donald Trump may have turned down the heat by pledging no force will be used to take over Greenland, but he remains determined to control it. The US President told...
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"Timing hasn't worked": Tony Brown reveals frustrations around All Blacks coaching saga
Tony Brown has admitted to frustrations around the vacant All Blacks coaching role. The former first-five has confirmed he intends to honour his contract as an...
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NZ economy unlikely to experience "rip roaring recovery" in 2026 - economist
Economists say New Zealand’s outlook is improving, but we're not in recovery mode just yet. SEEK NZ's latest Employment Report shows job ads dipped 0.3%, with...
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Additional demand sees Fonterra expand organics business to South Island
Fonterra has new plans to expand. It’s bringing its organics business to the South Island, inviting farmers to join, with certification and processing targeted...
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Trump links Greenland demands to failure to obtain Nobel Peace Prize
Cryptic answers from Donald Trump around what his next steps will be to achieve his goal of buying Greenland. World leaders are meeting in Switzerland for the...
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Mike's Minute: Election issues are already popping up
We are standing by for the election date today. It’s not what it was, kind of like budgets. The suspense, the scuttlebutt, the guessing game – it’s all gone. You...
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Kiwis' love of "good quality food" sees Pic's secure significant market share
Another Kiwi success story. Pic’s Peanut Butter has now hit a 41% domestic market share in New Zealand. They’re forecasting 20% sales growth in 2026 after 20%...
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THE RE-WRAP: Mark the Date
THE BEST BITS IN A SILLIER PACKAGE (from Wednesday's Mike Hosking Breakfast) Not That It Matters/Stop Talking About Polls/The First to Flee/D.I.Y. Coffee Breakdown/Sneaky...
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The Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast: 21 January 2026
On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 21st of January, we hear some more good economic news with the services sector in growth for the first...
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"One of the most important contributors": Calls to classify dietary fibre as an essential nutrient
Dietary fibre could soon receive a long-overdue promotion. Otago University researchers want it recognised internationally as an essential nutrient, as it's proven...
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Selling of Fletcher's construction arm should "open up some more competition" for sector
Fletcher Building's sale of its construction arm is being welcomed. It will sell to French construction firm Vinci for just over $315 million. The Combined Building...
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"It's pretty dramatic": Mark Mitchell misses caucus retreat as severe weather hits North Island
Emergency Management Minister Mark Mitchell is skipping today's National Party caucus retreat in Christchurch to deal with the unfolding weather situation in the...
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"Lagging behind": NZ's higher education rates still behind international trend
It's thought New Zealand is lagging behind international trends in university education. Ministry of Education data shows 39% of adults aged 25 to 64 hold a bachelor’s...
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Phillips Inquiry unlikely to find "obvious fault" on part of the Police, Lawyer says
A lawyer says documentary evidence will be considered in the inquiry of Tom Phillips' disappearance. Him and his children were missing for four years when the...
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"Still fragile": Hopes services sector's beginning to kick into gear
There are hopes our services sector is finally starting to turn a corner. The latest BNZ – Business NZ Performance of Services Index shows the sector's growing...
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Mike's Minute: Should Anna Breman be in trouble?
Of all the nutty stuff Trump is up to, the most egregious is the DOJ-Jerome Powell investigation. Powell —I have not one shadow of doubt— makes, along with his...
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Conservative MPs continue to jump ship to Reform UK
Conservative MPs are continuing to jump ship to Reform UK. Andrew Rosindell is the second MP to defect in the span of a week, following on from Robert Jenrick,...
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"The bull is in the china shop": European leaders split on handling of Trump's Greenland demands
Europe is split on how to handle Donald Trump's escalating attempts to take control of Greenland. The US President's said he will impose tariffs on eight European...
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"The model's proven itself": Sail GP continues to grow as sixth season gets underway
People can’t get enough of Sail GP. There was an average of 18 million dedicated broadcast views per event in 2025, with both social media and the events themselves...
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"Restart of an industry": Oil and gas companies apply for extraction permits
A couple of green shoots beginning to emerge in the energy sector. US owned oil and gas company JETEX has applied for a permit to extract coal seam gas near Huntly,...
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THE RE-WRAP: Glass Might Be Even More Than Half Full
THE BEST BITS IN A SILLIER PACKAGE (from Tuesday's Mike Hosking Breakfast) Don't be a Downer/Dam It All (Not a Typo)/Keep Your Head Down/Freaking Out On the Bench/We're...
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The Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast: 20 January 2026
On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday the 20th of January, Education Minister Erica Stanford downplays the number of teacher vacancies at our...
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Timeline confirmed for the ASB Classic covered court
A timeline of sorts for the new $15 million ASB Classic roof in Auckland. 2027 is the “dream date”, with a more realistic timeline being before the 2028 tournament...
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"Not just a fiscal issue": Calls for long-term thinking around raising retirement age
The Retirement Commissioner is asking for a careful and considered approach for changing the retirement age. During his State of the Nation speech yesterday, the...
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"Courageous": Praise as Govt looks to adjust Auckland intensification plans
Some relief is being felt by Auckland's local boards as the Government looks to back-track on its housing requirements. The Government has mandated intensification...
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"Not really the correct figures": Education Minister unfazed by teacher vacancy stats
The Education Minister's unfazed by a rise in sector vacancies, saying these aren't the right figures to be looking at. Around 450 teaching and principal roles...
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ANZ hikes floating home loan rate to match other banks
Questions over why our largest bank has hiked its floating home loan rate. ANZ's lifted its rate 10 basis points to 5.79%. It says the move, which brings ANZ in...
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Mike's Minute: What a year 2026 is going to be
I don’t think there’s a scriptwriter in Hollywood who could out-dramatize real life right now. It seems the show is back just in time for a year of… who knows what. Venezuela...
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THE RE-WRAP: Buckle Up for the Year Ahead
THE BEST BITS IN A SILLIER PACKAGE (from Monday's Mike Hosking Breakfast) Give Me Strength/Enjoying the Mike-ro Climate/Things Are Definitely Looking Up/Things Are...
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Mike's Minute: I still have questions over Razor's departure
I’m a bit exercised about Scott Robertson, because I like him and I thought he was a good coach. His record at Canterbury spoke for itself. The trouble in this country...
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The Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast: 19 January 2026
On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Monday the 19th of January, the Prime Minister joins Mike in studio to talk the state of the economy, the coalition...
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ComBox: Cricket, Usman Khawaja and the Australian Open
Jason Pine and Andrew Saville join Mike Hosking this morning to discuss the weekend's sports. On the table today: Australian cricket legend Usman Khawaja announced...
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PM says his State of the Nation speech will focus on his plan for the future, not policy
The Prime Minister says his State of the Nation speech will focus on his plan for setting up the country's future Chris Luxon is set to make the address at the...
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"History of flip flopping": Observer Foreign Editor says EU leaders looking for wiggle-room
European leaders are meeting to work out how they can talk Donald Trump down from attempting to force the sale of Greenland. The US President's announced increasing...
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Former Finance Minister says Kiwis aren't feeling economic relief despite positive markers
A former Finance Minister says many people aren't feeling economic relief despite positive markers. The Prime Minister is giving his State of the Nation speech...
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'There's a lot of surprises': Estimated 20-25% of Kiwis crossing the ditch end up coming home after poor planning
A shock for some New Zealanders moving across the ditch - as they face hidden taxes and fewer benefits they didn't expect. Record numbers are moving to Australia...
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Best of 2025: Chris Hipkins defends decision not to front Covid Inquiry
"We've answered every question": Hipkins defends decision not to front Covid Inquiry Labour leader Chris Hipkins says he's already answered the Covid Inquiry Commissioner's...
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Best of 2025: Mike's Minute - Here's the truth on working from home
Hasn’t working from home become funny? Seek have produced a thing called Money Matters, and they look at work-life balance. Actually, hasn’t that become a thing...
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Best of 2025: Kate calls out Mike during Wrapping the Week
Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson joined Mike Hosking once again to Wrap the Week that was. On today’s agenda was the gender pay gap, the Tom Phillips situation, and...
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Best of 2025: Dame Noeline Taurua's first interview since coaching saga began
Dame Noeline Taurua gives her first interview since the saga began Dame Noeline Taurua has broken her silence, following her suspension and reinstatement as Silver...
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Best of 2025: Wrapping the Week with "some rando", Sir John Key
It’s Friday once more, but Mike Hosking’s panel for Wrapping the Week looks a little different. Tim Wilson is off on holiday, so a special guest was brought in...
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Best of 2025: Wrapping the Week - Coffee snobs and how 60 differs to 40
The A-Team is back to Wrap the Week, with Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson joining Mike Hosking to discuss the week that was. They discussed Mike’s coffee woes, how...
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Best of 2025: Ed Sheeran on the Mike Hosking Breakfast
“Finding the balance”: Ed Sheeran talks fame and staying grounded, 2026 tour One of the world’s bestselling artists, Ed Sheeran is one of the most influential...
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Best of 2025: New Air NZ CEO Nikhil Ravishankar on the Mike Hosking Breakfast
"Everything to keep you guys safe": New CEO of Air NZ comments on mass cancellations In the North Island, Red Wind Warnings are in place for Wellington and southern...
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Best of 2025: Jimmy Carr on the Mike Hosking Breakfast
"Such a joyful thing": Jimmy Carr talks comedy, upcoming NZ tour Jimmy Carr is well known for a couple of things, his controversial comedy and distinctive laugh...
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Best of 2025: Eric Topol talks longevity on the Mike Hosking Breakfast
Longevity: What's the secret to living longer, healthier lives? People are becoming increasingly more interested in living longer. Health, wellness, dieting, and...
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Best of 2025: Dr Libby Weaver talks iron deficiencies on the Mike Hosking Breakfast
Is an iron deficiency holding you back? Dr Libby Weaver discusses A common deficiency could be holding you back. Iron is the most common nutritional deficiency,...
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Best of 2025: Annie Murphy and Murray Bartlett on the Mike Hosking Breakfast
"A wild, unhinged romp": Annie Murphy and Murray Bartlett talk 'Nine Perfect Strangers' Kiwis will be able to experience the drama as ‘Nine Perfect Strangers’ returns...
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Best of 2025: Mark Robinson unpacks resignation from NZ Rugby
"Time to move": Mark Robinson unpacks resignation from NZ Rugby Outgoing New Zealand Rugby boss Mark Robinson believes he's leaving the game in a better place than...
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Best of 2025: Joseph Parker on the Mike Hosking Breakfast
"Absolutely no idea": Joseph Parker uncertain of his next opponent Joseph Parker’s next fight is still up in the air. The Kiwi boxer was set to challenge Daniel...
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Best of 2025: Wrapping the Week - Supermarket collectables and ad jingles
Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson joined Mike Hosking once again to Wrap the Week that was. They discussed clothes shopping and quiet luxury, Mike’s problem with some...
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Best of 2025: James May talks his stage show on the Mike Hosking Breakfast
"You can't rewind": James May takes to the stage with 'exciting' new show When you hear the name ‘James May’, it’s likely you think of cars, Top Gear, and The Grand...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan: My politician of the year
It’s that time of the year where we pick our politician of the year. For me, it's the same person as last year. Political commentators, myself included at times,...
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Wrapping the Week: Festive frocks and Christmas plans
For the final time this year, Heather du Plessis-Allan was joined by Kerre Woodham and Tim Wilson to Wrap the Week that Was. They discussed the Vanity Fair photoshoot...
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Council seeks extension to Te Huia with City Rail Link set to open
The Hamilton to Auckland passenger rail service could come off the tracks if it becomes too expensive for rate payers. Waikato Regional Council is writing to the...
