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Summer's Coming: Spot The Problem
Consume This - December 14, 2023 07:55 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingSophie Stewart unpacks why the sun is so strong in Aotearoa, and how we can protect ourselves. In this episode she's joined by: Christina Baldarelli, NIWA's Olaf Morgenstern, and University of Otago researcher Bronwen McNoe. This episode was made possible in part with support from the Ministry...
Bernard Hickey Talks Bank Scams
Consume This - November 12, 2023 13:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingJournalist Bernard Hickey joins Jon Duffy on this episode of Consume This to discuss, competition, scams, and why we all deserve better from our banks. As part of this podcast for a limited time Consumer NZ members can get 50% off a full subscription to Bernards independent media platform The K...
Tooth School
Consume This - November 07, 2023 13:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingToothbrushing is one of the most important things you can do for your oral health. Done right it takes just four minutes a day, can save endless pain, and thousands of dollars. Because let’s face it, the only thing that might worse than the excruciating, eye popping pain of a toothache is forkin...
Consumer Power: Our Past, Present & Future
Consume This - September 17, 2023 14:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingIn 1947, the small west coast town of Greymouth came together to fight an increase in the price of beer. Their boycott of the local pubs lasted four and a half months, was ultimately a success, and became the first major consumer action in our history. In this episode Jon Duffy & Sophie Stewa...
Jenny Shipley - The Full Interview
Consume This - August 14, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 1 ratingFormer Prime Minister Dame Jenny Shipley sits down with Consume This producer Tom and Powerswitch manager Paul Fuge to discuss the future of New Zealand's electricity sector. In this exclusive episode, Shipley shares her insights on the Bradford reforms, gentailers, and the need for a more sust...
Politics & A Pint - The Election Debate
Consume This - July 31, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 1 ratingConsume This hosts a pre-election panel debate featuring the leaders of four of New Zealand's major political parties. ACT MP Damian Smith, Green Party MP Julie Anne Genter, Labour Party MP leader Ingrid Leary, and National Party MP Andrew Bayly will fiercely debate the cost of living crisis, t...
The Future Of Our Electricity Network
Consume This - July 19, 2023 14:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingThis episode is part two of our examination of the electricity industry. We attempt to understand what changes we should make to the structure of our electricity market to keep it functioning well into the future. Joining Jon Duffy in this high voltage episode are: Paul Fuge - Manager of Powe...
The Bradford Reforms - 25 Years On
Consume This - July 12, 2023 14:00 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingTwenty-five years ago, sweeping reforms of New Zealand’s electricity sector promised us increased competition and lower prices. We look back to assess what we were promised against what was delivered… Joining Jon Duffy in this high voltage episode are: Paul Fuge - Manager of Powerswitch Dame...
Where Are They Now?
Consume This - July 05, 2023 14:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingJon Duffy & Sophie Stewart catch up with four of our favourite stories from previous seasons. Starring: Rachel from Scammed: How I Lost $100k On A Dating App Toby Green from Bamboozled: Can We Kick The Plastic? Thomas Swain from The Bank Of Mum & Dad Vladimir Zdravkovich from My House Earns...
Can You Trust Your Gut When It Comes To D.I.Y Health?
Consume This - June 01, 2023 14:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingThe ability to access healthcare services is vital for the overall well-being of individuals. With the rapid development of technology, these services have evolved significantly over time, providing opportunities to expand access and improve healthcare delivery. Telehealth platforms have emerg...
Food Security After Cyclone Gabrielle
Consume This - April 17, 2023 14:00 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingIn the aftermath of Cyclone Gabriel, Philip Barber, Paul Paynter, and Ben Duclercq faced an uncertain future. With their vineyards and farms left waterlogged and devastated, they have to make some difficult decisions. It’s a story of destruction, personal loss, and ultimately hope for the future...
Regulating Natural Supplements – A Tough Pill To Swallow?
Consume This - March 26, 2023 13:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingOn this episode we explore the “Therapeutic Products Bill” and the impact the proposed new legislation will have on natural health products, supplements, their consumers and the people who make them. We want to know what you think about these supplements and the proposed regulation, so for the...
The Land Of The Long White Vape Cloud
Consume This - February 12, 2023 13:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingSophie Richardson unpacks how a lack of regulation led to Aotearoa developing a world leading youth vaping problem. We examine how our vaping rates compare to the rest of the world, why, and what we can do about it. Featuring the story of Ollie* a 17 year old former schoolyard vape dealer who pi...
Test Your Drugs: A Trip With James
Consume This - December 14, 2022 13:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingThis episode takes you on a trip into the world of harm reduction and illegal-drug checking clinics. Aotearoa is the first country in the world to explicitly legalise these testing services. We also link up with James*. He has a mysterious brown powder which was sold as MDMA, but is it? There’s ...
Flight Rights - What Are You Entitled To?
Consume This - September 26, 2022 13:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingJon Duffy & Sophie Richardson are joined by Consumer NZ advocate Aneleise Gawn. She talks us through the recently launched "Flight Rights" campaign and answers your airline related questions. If your flight is delayed or cancelled for reasons within an airline’s control, such as staffing, opera...
The End Of Season Wrap Show
Consume This - July 21, 2022 14:00 - 7 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingConsume This hosts Jon Duffy & Sophie Richardson recap on season two and share some of their favourite moments from the episodes. Join the Consume This mailing list here. You can find more information on Consumer NZ and become a member here. We'd love it if you'd consider joining. If you have...
A Home For Sensitive Information
Consume This - July 14, 2022 14:00 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingHow much information should a landlord or property manager ask for? In this episode we delve into the thorny issue of power imbalance in the New Zealand residential rental market. Plus what can go wrong when your sensitive information isn't protected. Host Sophie Richardson is joined by Jackie ...
Bonus Live Episode
Consume This - June 23, 2022 14:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingConsume This presents a special one off bonus episode recorded live at the Wellington Museum. It's a panel discussion and Q&A which was held as part of our stakeholder engagement event. The panel is hosted by Sophie Richardson and features Toby Green, Kena Duignan & Paul Smith. Slight correcti...
Cut & Chuck: Where Faulty Goods Go To Die - Part 2
Consume This - June 16, 2022 14:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingWhat do retailers did with nearly new, but faulty, small appliances? If they are repaired, it’s not obvious where they are resold. If they aren’t repaired, where do they end up? We use GPS trackers to follow a dead fridge and faulty food mixers to their final destinations. Follow our journey to ...
Cut & Chuck: Where Faulty Goods Go To Die - Part 1
Consume This - June 09, 2022 15:23 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingWhat do retailers did with nearly new, but faulty, small appliances? If they are repaired, it’s not obvious where they are resold. If they aren’t repaired, where do they end up? We use GPS trackers to follow a dead fridge and faulty food mixers to their final destinations. Follow our journey to ...
Bamboozled: Can We Kick The Plastic? - Part 2
Consume This - May 26, 2022 14:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingWhy is it so hard for us to stop using single use plastic packaging? We follow Elysian Foods owner Toby Green on his quest to ditch the polymers. In this episode he's joined by host Jon Duffy, we're joined by packaging consultant Sarah and Yanez ThinkStep technical director Jeff Vickers. The '...
Bamboozled: Can We Kick The Plastic? - Part 1
Consume This - May 19, 2022 14:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingWhy is it so hard for us to stop using single use plastic packaging? We follow Elysian Foods owner Toby Green on his quest to ditch the polymers. In this episode he's joined by host Jon Duffy, zero wast expert Hannah Blumhardt, and ThinkStep technical director Jeff Vickers. The 'Rethinking Pla...
The Bank Of Mum & Dad - Part 2
Consume This - May 05, 2022 14:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingThe Bank of Mum and Dad plays a sizeable role when it comes to helping young home buyers on the property ladder. Consume This research has found the Bank of Mum and Dad (BOMD) has doled out a whopping $22.6 billion in loans. That make it the fifth largest lender after ANZ, ASB, Westpac and BNZ w...
The Bank Of Mum & Dad - Part 1
Consume This - April 28, 2022 14:10 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingThe Bank of Mum and Dad plays a sizeable role when it comes to helping young home buyers on the property ladder. Consume This research has found the Bank of Mum and Dad (BOMD) has doled out a whopping $22.6 billion in loans. That make it the fifth largest lender after ANZ, ASB, Westpac and BNZ w...
Flight Or Fight - Part 2
Consume This - April 16, 2022 16:06 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingSophie is on a journey to understand how and why a doctors visit for a mild fear of flying resulted in a blanket "Mental Health Exclusion" when she applied for income protection insurance. We unpick how this happened, why, and what it tells us about the way we treat mental health. Part two sees...
Flight Or Fight - Part 1
Consume This - April 13, 2022 14:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingSophie is on a journey to understand how and why a doctors visit for a mild fear of flying resulted in a blanket "Mental Health Exclusion" when she applied for income protection insurance. We unpick how this happened, why, and what it tells us about the way we treat mental health. Part one feat...
We Need Your Help
Consume This - February 14, 2022 13:00 - 51 seconds ★★★★★ - 1 ratingWe'd love to get some of your feedback on series one and our first twelve episodes. What do you like? What could we do better? Is there anything you'd desperately like us to cover in series two? This 2-minute survey will help us understand what you like and how we can improve. Complete the surv...
Access Over Ownership: The Sharing Economy
Consume This - February 03, 2022 13:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingThe average car is parked 95% of the time and the average drill gets used for just 13 minutes across its whole life. With that in mind do we really all need to own our own, or is there another way? Should we, and could we, all just share? For updates follow us on Facebook, Instagram or sign...
An Attempt At Intimacy
Consume This - January 20, 2022 16:16 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingDoes sex come with consumer rights? The short answer is yes, if you pay for it. In 2003 the ‘Prostitution Reform Act’ squeezed through New Zealand parliament by just one vote! The result of that one vote is that it’s 100% legal to operate a brothel, work as a Sex Worker, or be a client. The ...
New Zealand, The Foreign Land
Consume This - December 27, 2021 13:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingWhat’s life like for our Newest New Zealanders? This episode looks at the small struggles and barriers recent arrivals need to overcome to make Aotearoa their home. Staring Rohingya Refugee Hafsar Tameesuddin, former Yugoslav Vladimir Zdravkovich, recently married couple Hassan Tahir & Mehpara K...
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