The Mike Hosking Breakfast

Andrew Fairgray: 2degrees Chief Business Officer on the research showing the impact of AI use on SMEs

28 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

AI seems to be having a positive impact on Kiwi businesses.  A new report from 2degrees and Deloitte suggests small and medium businesses using h...

James Meager: Associate Transport Minister on the Government's plans to modernise aviation rules

28 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Government says work to modernise aviation rules is already off the ground.  Its major sector overhaul is promising to update pilot training ...

Shane Jones: Associate Energy Minister on the deal with Z Energy to stockpile another 90 million litres of diesel

28 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Associate Energy Minister says an extra diesel stock is a buffer against worsening conditions.  The Government's inked a deal with Z Energy f...

Mike's Minute: It's not as bad in business as you think

27 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Here's a small myth-busting exercise for you – things aren't as bad as you might think.  Business sales from small and medium businesses are up...

Commentary Box: Andrew Saville and Jason Pine discuss Super Round, Fury v Joshua, NFL

27 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Returning after a long and packed weekend, Andrew Saville and Jason Pine joined Mike Hosking to wrap the weekend’s sporting news.  On today’s...

Full Show Podcast: 28 April 2026

27 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 28th of April, Trade Minister Todd McClay called in from India to discuss the signing of t...

Paul Spoonley: Emeritus Professor and Koi Tū Centre Senior Fellow on the report predicting a shift in New Zealand's population demographics

27 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

New Zealand’s look seems set to change. A new report from Koi Tū Centre for Informed Futures predicts New Zealand's population could look very diff...

Todd McClay: Trade Minister on the signing of the free trade agreement with India

27 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Trade Minister says there won't be any unpleasant surprises in the final text of our free trade agreement with India.  The deal is due to be ...

Don Braid: Mainfreight Managing Director urges the Government to cut heavy vehicle regulations sooner as part of the fuel response

27 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The freight industry wants any transport changes to save fuel introduced now, not later.  The Government is looking at allowing some heavy vehicl...

Christopher Luxon: Prime Minister discusses the signing of the India Free Trade Agreement, cancelling the TVNZ Breakfast interview spot

27 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Prime Minister says New Zealand's free trade agreement with India should be in effect by the end of the year.  The deal's been signed in New ...

Robert Jobson: Royal Commentator on King Charles' visit to the US after the assassination attempt on Donald Trump

27 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

King Charles and Queen Camilla have landed in the US for their state visit on the back of the shooting outside the White House Correspondents' Dinner....

Mike's Minute: Moana Pasifika was a bust from the start

24 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

If you want a lesson in how to set up a business properly, then Moana Pasifika is not your guide.  I wandered through the whole sorry saga in Kat...

Mark the Week: How hard did the India FTA have to be?

23 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

At the end of each week, Mike Hosking takes you through the big-ticket items and lets you know what he makes of it all.    The India FTA: 8/...

Mike's Minute: My disappointment of the week

23 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Disappointment of the week for me has been the gargantuan mess Formula 1 has got itself into in the name of climate change.  They want to be net ...

Wrapping the Week with Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson: The state of politicians, financial literacy, a gift for Mike

23 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It’s Friday, which means Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson are back to Wrap the Week that Was.  They discussed the state of New Zealand’s politici...

Jack Mesley: Super Rugby Pacific CEO on the action packed Super Round at Christchurch's One NZ Stadium

23 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It’s a big weekend for rugby, Christchurch hosting the Super Round this weekend at the new One NZ Stadium.   Five games will be played across t...

Neil Edmond: MoneyTime co-founder and CEO on David Seymour's idea to give students the opportunity to learn to invest

23 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The CEO of a financial literacy programme for kids believes David Seymour’s youth investment idea has promise.   The ACT Leader's floating the ...

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the conflict in the Middle East, ceasefire, Iran seizing container ships

23 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Trump aide Karoline Leavitt has denied claims that the ceasefire has been shattered by Iranian forces seizing two cargo ships, because the ships did n...

Louise Upston: Tourism and Hospitality Minister on the Government pulling funding for the 2027 Auckland SailGP event

23 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Tourism Minister says SailGP simply wasn't economically viable. The sailing regatta won't be held in Auckland next year after the Government's wit...

Full Show Podcast: 24 April 2026

23 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Friday 24th of April, Treasury is revising its economic outlooks amid oil shocks, and exporters ar...

Zoe Wallis: Forsyth Barr Investment Strategist on productivity data continuing to decline post-Covid

23 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Productivity’s taken another hit.  Stats NZ data shows a 0.9% decline in multifactor productivity in the year to March, and while labour produc...

Nathan Guy: NZ Special Agricultural Trade Envoy and Meat Industry Association Chair on the India Free Trade Agreement getting Labour's support

23 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Hopes of golden opportunities from the India free trade agreement, with Labour now giving the deal its backing.  The Government's set to sign the...

Caroline Harvie-Teare: Venues Otautahi CEO on the One NZ Stadium at Te Kaha opening this weekend

23 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The pitch is ready and waiting for the doors to open at Christchurch's new One NZ Stadium.  The stadium's hosting Super Rugby’s Super Round ove...

Murray Horn: Former Treasury Secretary and NZ Initiative Senior Fellow on Treasury revising their economic forecasts amid oil shocks

23 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Finance Minister's between a rock and hard place ahead of her budget.  Moody's has downgraded New Zealand's economic outlook from stable to n...

Mike's Minute: Look at Australia for the supermarket experience

22 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

If you are one of those exercised about supermarkets and whether they are scandal merchants, then you must follow the current court case in Australia....

Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB Senior Political Correspondent on his new book 'One Last Question, Prime Minister'

22 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Barry Soper is a staple of New Zealand’s political landscape.  After joining the Parliamentary Press Gallery in 1980, he’s spent nearly five ...

Jo McKenna: Italy Correspondent on the attacks on Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni by a Russian TV presenter

22 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Tensions between Italy and Russia are riding high.  Italy has summoned the Russian ambassador in Rome after Vladimir Solovyov, a Russian televisi...

Full Show Podcast: 23 April 2026

22 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 23rd of April, Trade Minister Todd McClay is off to India to sign the Free Trade Agreeme...

Todd McClay: Trade Minister on the India Free Trade Agreement moving ahead, NZ First's comments

22 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Trade Minister's shrugging off comments by Winston Peters and says it's time to seal the deal.  The New Zealand First leader strongly opposes...

Erica Stanford: Immigration Minister on the economic impact of the Golden Visa, Shane Jones' comments on the India FTA

22 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The revamped Golden Visa is providing a major boost to the economy. The Active Investor Plus visa's brought in $1.5 billion, with another $2.4 billion...

John Howard: NZ Initiative Fellow and retired Major General on the need for a overhaul of New Zealand's defence system

22 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

There are concerns we're moving too slow to shore up New Zealand's security.  A New Zealand Initiative report warns the Government's $12 billion ...

Geoff Cooper: Infrastructure Commission CEO on the Commission taking over monitoring major projects

22 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Infrastructure Commission says a move to give it greater oversight over major projects will lead to more consistent decision-making.  The Gov...

Mike's Minute: Did Luxon just have a leadership-defining moment?

21 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It's quite possible the Prime Minister might look back on yesterday's caucus meeting as a moment that defined his leadership.  He read the riot a...

Joanna Pidgeon: Pidgeon Judd Law Director on the cross-lease court ruling that impacts veto powers for developments

21 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Cross-lease owners are being warned a Court of Appeal ruling may curb current veto powers.  A decision made last week could make it harder for a ...

Pollies: National's Mark Mitchell and Labour's Ginny Andersen on the India FTA, Shane Jones' butter chicken comment, National leadership saga

21 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Politicians are unimpressed with Shane Jones’ suggestion the India Free Trade Agreement would lead to a "butter chicken tsunami" of Indian migrants ...

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the latest in the Middle East, Trump's mixed messaging

21 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Donald Trump says Iran either needs to agree to negotiate or prepare for bombing to begin again.  Iran still hasn't decided whether to take part ...

Full Show Podcast: 22 April 2026

21 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Listen to the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 22 April. Get the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast every weekday morning ...

Gilbert Enoka: All Blacks Mental Skills Coach on his return to the team under Dave Rennie

21 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Coach Dave Rennie is bringing back two former All Blacks staffers as he completes his management group for his first season in charge.  Dr James ...

David Wills: Nurses Society National Director on the record high number of people enrolled in health courses

21 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

More Kiwis are signing up for nursing courses but there are concerns job opportunities aren't keeping up.  Latest Ministry of Education data show...

Bruce Bernacchi: Tax Partner at Dentons on Inland Revenue contacting crypto-investors over unpaid tax

21 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Inland Revenue is reminding crypto-investors of their tax obligations.   The agency says it has identified 355 thousand unique crypto-asset users...

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on the inflation rate remaining unchanged at 3.1%, the Luxon leadership saga

21 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Finance Minister is concerned about an expected spike in inflation.  The inflation rate has remained unchanged at 3.1% in the March quarter, ...

Mike's Minute: The issue the Govt promised to address

20 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

You’ll be aware of the Far North Council and their unelected Māori voting plan.  It is of course a scandal, but more importantly it is part of...

Rod Liddle: UK Correspondent on Sir Keir Starmer being unaware Peter Mandelson failed security vetting before he was appointed US Ambassador

20 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Britain's Prime Minister is accusing officials of withholding information from him before he appointed Peter Mandelson US ambassador.  Sir Keir S...

Karl Urban: Kiwi actor on the final season of The Boys, the changes in the media landscape

20 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

There’s no doubt ‘The Boys’ is one of the biggest shows on television at the moment.  It’s in its fifth and final season and has been one...

Full Show Podcast: 21 April 2026

20 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 21st of April, BNZ’s Chief Economist looks ahead to the inflation data set to be release...

Nikhil Ravishankar: Air New Zealand CEO on the airline's response to the Middle East conflict, rising fare prices

20 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A fuel squeeze is driving higher airfares and stronger demand for Air New Zealand, particularly on international routes.  Long-haul fares have ju...

Andrew King: Rural Schools Leadership Association President on the Government fuel relief package for rural schools

20 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Rural schools are welcoming extra support from the Government to deal with rising fuel costs.  Small schools will receive one-off additional fund...

Mike Jones: BNZ Chief Economist on the CPI data for Q1 releasing today amidst the Middle East crisis

20 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Today's inflation numbers won't reflect the full impact of the war in the Middle East.  The first quarter of this year's expected to show a dip i...

Bryce Davies: AMI, State, and NZI Climate Spokesperson on weather based claims spiking 256%

20 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Insurance companies are getting very specific when assessing which properties are exposed to risks like flooding, an insurance expert says, but there’...

Glenn Dobson: Drug Detection Agency CEO on the rise in workplace opioid detections

20 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Opioid detections in workplaces are rising sharply.  Workplace testing firm the Drug Detection Agency says detections of opioids like morphine an...

Mike Casey: Rewiring Aotearoa CEO says shift away from fossil fuel doesn't have to happen all at once

20 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The idea of reducing reliance on fossil fuels, including the Green Party's new electrification plan, is often met with criticism that not everything c...

Steve Price: Australia correspondent chats Pauline Hanson's unprecedented stardom

19 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Far-right politician Pauline Hanson's party One Nation has seen an unexpected surge in popularity ahead of this year's election, and Hanson's stardom ...

Full Show Podcast: 20 April 2026

19 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Listen to the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Monday 20 April. Get the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast every weekday morning on ...

Mike's Minute: National's internal stirrers need to quieten down

19 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

You know exactly how today is going to go. The Prime Minister does the media rounds this morning. There will be no shortage of cortisol spiked journal...

Randy Manner: Former US Army Major General on Iran opening and closing Strait of Hormuz over blockades

19 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

After briefly re-opening the Strait of Hormuz, Iran closed it again after the US did not meet demands to unblock Iranian ports. Former US Army Major G...

Winston Peters: NZ First leader says they will campaign on breaking up supermarket duopoly

19 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Yesterday New Zealand First announced a campaign policy to break up New Zealand's supermarket duopoly. Woolworths and Foodstuffs currently control ove...

Christopher Luxon: Prime Minister addresses leadership speculation

19 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Prime Minister's rubbishing the latest poll - showing the left bloc in a position to win the election. The 1 News Verian Poll has the left on 66 s...

Paul Goldsmith: Justice Minister on government repealing references to the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi within laws

19 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Government has quietly agreed to repeal a number of references to the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi within laws, and amending others. Despi...

Mike's Minute: The key player in this war

17 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A bloke called Roman Gofman could be the key to all this.  Gofman is the incoming Director of Mossad.  If you believe the story about the wa...

Mark the Week: The Aitken case was a storm in a bone china, Northern Club teacup

16 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

At the end of each week, Mike Hosking takes you through the big-ticket items and lets you know what he makes of it all.     The war: 6/...

Mike's Minute: Is the boss responsible for a death in a major company?

16 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Not a lot of coverage has been given to the failed appeal by Tony Gibson.  He was the head of the Port of Auckland, a worker died and he was char...

Murray Olds: Australia Correspondent on the oil refinery fire, the IMF report, defence spending

16 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A major fire at one of Australia's two remaining oil refineries isn't expected to have much effect on national prices.   The fire at Viva Energy'...

Wrapping the Week with Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson: Chris Bishop and the National coup, circuses, pet sitting

16 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It’s Friday, which means Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson are back with Mike to Wrap the Week that Was.  They discussed the rumours of a coup in th...

Paul Goulter: Nurses Organisation CEO on over 7000 reports of violence against healthcare staff being logged last year

16 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Nurses Organisation says violence in emergency departments will worsen if systemic issues aren't addressed.  Figures released under the Offic...

Full Show Podcast: 17 April 2026

16 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Friday 17th of April, it's coup Friday! Chris Bishop was on to talk WOFs but after rumours of a Na...

Mark Wederall: Canterbury Car Club General Manager on this weekend's Supercars event in Ruapuna

16 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

All systems are go at Ruapuna ahead of the maiden South Island Supercars event.  The programme has a fourth race added after a postponement due t...

Gerard Lyons: Former Chief Economic Advisor to Boris Johnson on the IMF's warnings about the Iran war's impact on the global economy, the impact on the UK

16 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The world could pay a high price for the US launching war on Iran.   Global shipping's in turmoil as Donald Trump's naval blockade increases unce...

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, Trump claims Iran agreed to hand over enriched uranium

16 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Removal of Iran’s enriched uranium will be a “very, very complex assignment” that would take many months – and that’s if Iran has actually a...

Gordon Robison: Middle East Journalist on the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Lebanon

16 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

There’s a sense of scepticism around a new Israel-Lebanon ceasefire.   Donald Trump's declaring victory after announcing the two countries and ...

Chris Bishop: Transport Minister on extending Warrants of Fitness to two years, rumours of a coup in the National Party

16 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A senior National MP insists the party is focused on governing, despite growing unrest around Prime Minister Christopher Luxon’s leadership.   ...

Mike's Minute: The reality of NZ vs Australia's fuel response

15 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Like a school report, the International Monetary Fund forecast for the global economy arrived in yesterday's post.  No one escaped the Trump carn...

Ryan Wood: Kiwi Supercars driver on his success in Taupō, this weekend's event in Christchurch

15 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Ryan Wood's eager to prove success his in Taupō was no fluke when he gets back behind the wheel of his Toyota at the maiden Supercars event in Christ...

Robert Hardman: Royal Correspondent on King Charles' visit to the US to meet with Donald Trump

15 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East is an upcoming Royal visit to the United States.   King Charles will address a joint meeting of Cong...

Full Show Podcast: 16 April 2026

15 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Thursday 16th of April, our largest bank is increasing its interest rates in anticipation of OCR h...

Debbie Sorensen: Moana Pasifika CEO on the league exiting Super Rugby at the end of the season

15 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Moana Pasifika boss Debbie Sorensen claims the franchise are a victim of an increasingly difficult economic climate.  They're set to disband afte...

Jo McKenna: Italy Correspondent on the dispute between Donald Trump and Pope Leo, growing rift between Trump and Giorgia Meloni

15 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

There’s astonishment at the Pope standing up for himself against Donald Trump.  The US President accused Pope Leo of being terrible for foreign...

Shane Jones: Associate Energy Minister on the fuel crisis, businesses seeking long-term certainty

15 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Government’s looking at ways to give businesses long-term certainty about fuel.  Latest figures show we have 56 days of petrol, 45 of diese...

Cameron Bagrie: Independent Economist on ANZ raising its interest rates after forecasting earlier than expected OCR hikes

15 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The country's largest bank is again raising interest rates, days after forecasting much earlier-than-expected OCR hikes.  ANZ is increasing most ...

Bridget Unsworth: Angel Association CEO on investment in the start-up scene surging by 14% in 2025

15 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

There’s renewed hope in the Kiwi start-up scene with a surge of investment in 2025.   New data shows the number of deals rose 14%, with total i...

David Seymour: Associate Health Minister on the proposal to let pharmacists prescribe some funded medications

15 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Help for struggling pharmacies could be on the way.  The Government's proposing letting pharmacists prescribe funded medicines for conditions lik...

Mike's Minute: Do we complain about public service pay too much?

14 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

One of the easiest games in town is currently being played in Wellington.  The water company has a new Māori name, and they are going to start s...

Steve Price: Australia Correspondent on Qantas cutting back domestic flights, Angus Taylor's new immigration policy, Meghan and Harry's visit

14 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Iran war is prompting Qantas to scale back flights within Australia, but it's flying more to Paris and Rome.  The airline's scaling back dome...

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the negotiations between Iran and the US, resignations

14 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

President Trump is suggesting talks with Iran could resume within the next two days.  Despite the US blockading the Strait of Hormuz, a ceasefire...

Pollies: National's Mark Mitchell and Labour's Ginny Andersen on Cyclone Vaianu, Labour's policies, police

14 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Today on Politics Wednesday Mark Mitchell and Ginny Andersen joined Mike Hosking to delve into the biggest political stories of the week so far. ...

Full Show Podcast: 15 April 2026

14 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 15th of April, economists are divided on how quickly the Reserve Bank should raise the O...

Merja Myllylahti: AUT Research Centre for Journalism, Media, and Democracy Co-Director on the results of the Trust in News report

14 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

There’s still much room for improvement for media outlets to earn back public trust.   AUT's annual Trust in News reports shows trust in news h...

René de Monchy: Tourism NZ CEO on the increase in international visitors from China

14 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Chinese visitors are making a resurgence.  Latest Stats NZ data shows more than 408 thousand overseas tourists visited in February – an annual ...

Jarrod Kerr: Kiwibank Chief Economist warns that early OCR increases could be counterproductive

14 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

There's division among economists regarding how soon the Reserve Bank should start raising the Official Cash Rate.  Many now expect the bank to b...

Carolyn Young: Retail NZ CEO on the growth in retail spending, increased costs

14 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Retailers are on a “knife edge” deciding when to pass on increased costs to consumers.  Retail NZ CEO Carolyn Young told Mike Hosking that re...

Mike's Minute: We need to take a good, hard look at ourselves

13 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

I'm an AvGeek. I like plane and travel videos and one of the regulars I watch is a guy called Nonstop Dan.  He's American and has just been here ...

Alan Morrison and Adam King: Viva la Dirt League founders and owners on the success of their online media business

13 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

While many may not have heard of ‘Viva la Dirt League’, their kids probably have.  Self-described as a ‘bunch of nerds who play games and m...

Rohan Pike: Former Senior Australian Federal Police Detective on the impact of the illicit tobacco trade and what it could mean for New Zealand

13 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A new report is sounding the alarm on the illicit tobacco trade.  The Retail NZ report points to the growing black market, which drives crime, un...

Full Show Podcast: 14 April 2026

13 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 14th of April, how will oil prices be impacted by the US blockade of Iranian ports?  ...

Simeon Brown: Health Minister on the expansion of cancer treatment infusion centres across New Zealand

13 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Health Minister's announced 14 new cancer treatment infusion centres will be rolled out countrywide over the next two years.   Services at a ...

Matt Randolph: Forbes Global Energy Expert on the US Naval blockade on Iranian ports and the impact on global markets

13 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

High fuel prices could be on the way as Donald Trump's military blockade adds another element to the global crunch.  The US Navy's obstructing sh...

Grant Webster: Tourism Holdings Limited CEO on the increase in international visitors to the South Island, optimism for future summers

13 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Tourism operators are optimistic the bumper summers are here to stay.  Christchurch Airport saw international visitor numbers climb 22% on last y...

Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on OCR hikes looking more likely as inflation spikes become inevitable

13 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

OCR hikes are now expected to come much faster.  Economists have been adjusting their forecasts after the Reserve Bank last week said it would ta...

Steve Price: Australia Correspondent on $20 million fuel ad, Harry and Meghan visit

12 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Australian correspondent Steve Price joined Mike Hosking to chat about the latest news out of Australia. PM Anthony Albanese is jetting off to Brunei ...

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on Trump saying they'll blockade the strait, Eric Swalwell allegations

12 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

US President Donald Trump has ordered the US Navy to block the Strait of Hormuz after failed peace talks in Pakistan.  Although, Trump said on Sa...

Full Show Podcast: 13 April 2026

12 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Monday the 13th of April, after the negotiations fell over after 21 hours where does the ceasefire...