Exclusive Interview - Israel & Maria Folau

Family First Episodes

Here are the latest episodes from Family First’s shows and livestreams, discussing and debating a range of topics without any constraints – get the insights and commentary which you won’t get from the mainstream media. We cut through the spin and discuss the issues related to family and society.

Solid Ground - 23 September 2025

Solid Ground – 23 September 2025

On this episode of Solid Ground, Simon wonders when the UK turned everything upside down when he notes JK Rowling has come out opposing euthanasia, ...
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StraightTalk - 22 September 2025

StraightTalk – 22 September 2025

Here's StraightTalk livestream for 22 September 2025, as we cut through the spin and discuss the issues related to family and society.
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Daybreak - 19 September 2025

Daybreak – 19 September 2025

In this episode of Daybreak – Charlie Kirk’s widow Erika is appointed as his replacement for Turning Point; the motive of the shooter is clear ...
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Political Playback - 18 September 2025

Political Playback – 18 September 2025

In this episode of Political Playback, we discuss - the latest polling on political parties, capital gains tax, recognising a Palestinian state, and who would ...
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Three Key Moments With Izzy & Maria

McBlog: Three Key Moments With Izzy & Maria

Have you watched the exclusive interview we did with Israel & Maria Folau that we premiered at our recent Forum on the Family? At the ...
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Solid Ground - 18 September 2025

Solid Ground – 18 September 2025

In this episode of Solid Ground, Simon reflects on New Zealand’s recent and urgent law change to halt international adoptions due to issues with sex ...
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Family Matters - Aaron De Pietro on fighting for families and freedom

Family Matters – Aaron De Pietro on fighting for families and freedom

In this episode of Family Matters, Simon talks Aaron DiPietro from Florida Family Voice – a leading advocacy and policy organisation that is “fighting for ...
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Daybreak - 17 September 2025

Daybreak – 17 September 2025

In this episode of Daybreak - more (dumb) commentary in the media about Charlie Kirk's assassination; is cancel culture okay when it's calling out those ...
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EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Israel & Maria Folau - Their Side Of The Story

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Israel & Maria Folau – Their Side Of The Story

Here's the exclusive interview with Israel and Maria Folau – to hear their side of the story, to find out how they coped through a ...
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Latest Commentary & Articles

Here are the latest articles and commentary from Family First’s writers, where we analyse the current news events which are relevant to families and society. We provide the insight and context which you won’t get from the mainstream media. We’ll help you better understand what’s happening and the broader implications.

Charlie Kirk, Israel & Maria Folau, response to opponents

The ‘right’ response

OPINION PIECE by Simon O’Connor Since the assassination of Charlie Kirk and the recent release of an exclusive interview with Israel and Maria Folau, I’ve been ...
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adoption law changes to close loopholes harming children

Changes to adoption laws keep children at the core

This week, the Government took decisive action to protect children by passing the Adoption Amendment Bill under urgency. The new law temporarily suspends New Zealand’s recognition of ...
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Government urged to act on harmful puberty blockers

Government urged to act on harmful puberty blockers

Family First NZ has written to the Associate Minister of Health Matt Doocey requiring an explanation of why the Government continues to fail to take ...
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euthanasia law expansion is neither loving, dignified or compassionate

The dangerous path of euthanasia expansion

The inevitable has happened, with the ACT Party and other pro-euthanasia/assisted suicide proponents calling for the expansion of the system.  Euthanasia has been legal for ...
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AI, child development and the need for paediatric input

Paediatric input is essential when it comes to AI and children

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly becoming—if it hasn’t already—a central part of our children’s lives. From helping with homework to chatting with virtual assistants and ...
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Violence is the resort for those without reason

Violence is the resort for those without reason

The assassination of Charlie Kirk is yet another sad illustration that too many prefer violence to rational debate.
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