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 - Tuesday 15 July 2025

Solid Ground – Tuesday 15 July 2025

In this episode of Solid Ground, Simon critiques media bias in reporting hate crimes, especially related to recent arson attacks on Christian churches. He also ...
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StraightTalk - 14 July 2025

StraightTalk – 14 July 2025

Here's StraightTalk for 14 July 2025. In this episode, we discuss – according to the latest poll, NZ First is now the 3rd most popular ...
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McBlog: Forum 2025 speakers Amanda Achtman / Jeff Johnston

McBlog: Forum 2025 speakers Amanda Achtman / Jeff Johnston

The Forum on the Family is coming up in August (Thursday 28th Friday 29th August) at the Due Drops Event Centre in Manukau City. This ...
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Daybreak - 14 July 2025

Daybreak – 14 July 2025

In this episode of Daybreak – a tragic fatal drug mix at a music festival, but the apologists still argue for drug testing (which wouldn’t ...
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McBlog: Forum 2025 speakers Dr Miriam Grossman / Israel & Maria Folau

McBlog: Forum 2025 speakers Dr Miriam Grossman / Israel & Maria Folau

The Forum on the Family is coming up in August (Thursday 28th Friday 29th August) at the Due Drops Event Centre in Manukau City. This ...
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Daybreak - 11 July 2025

Daybreak – 11 July 2025

In this episode of Daybreak - Winston's anti-woke policies appear to be winning over voters; state-funded Radio NZ are losing listeners; AI is causing issues ...
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Political Playback - 10 July 2025

Political Playback – 10 July 2025

In this episode of Political Playback, we discuss - the latest political polling which will please NZ First; Chris Hipkins claims the COVID inquiry is ...
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Solid Ground - 10 July 2025

Solid Ground – 10 July 2025

In this episode of Solid Ground, Simon asks why there was little accountability at the time for Justice Minister Kiri Allan’s drinking driving fracas given ...
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Family Matters - Dr Catherine Pakaluk on the joys of large families

Family Matters – Dr Catherine Pakaluk on the joys of large families

Why are large families good – not just for the children, the family itself, but society at large. Join Simon as he sits down with ...
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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.

NZMJ's selective outrage

From enforcer to critic: NZMJ’s selective outrage 

“There are none so blind, as those who will not see”. This quote came to mind as I read the latest editorial in the New ...
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Cannabis’ link to heart failure risk - Study

Cannabis’ link to heart failure risk – Study

A new study has found that daily cannabis users are 34% more likely to develop heart failure than non-users.
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Mainstream media's madness on magic mushrooms

Mainstream media’s madness on magic mushrooms

Mainstream media, particularly here in New Zealand, is making a big deal about the supposed benefits of magic mushrooms, more often thought of as psychedelics ...
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Article on Funding silence

Funding Silence

Universities are silencing certain topics. Simon O’Connor was recently asked to give a talk at a New Zealand university, sharing his impressions of a recent ...
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A Slew of Stunning US Supreme Court Decisions

A Slew of Stunning US Supreme Court Decisions

There has been a number of significant judgements coming out of the United States Supreme Court around areas of interest to Family First. These judgements ...
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Publishing's Hostile Environment For Gender-Critical Authors

Publishing’s Hostile Environment For Gender-Critical Authors

Authors and publishers who hold gender critical views are abused, harassed, and frequently find it difficult to have their books published.  If published, the research ...
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