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.

McBlog: 'Conversion therapy' law destroys family

McBlog: ‘Conversion therapy’ law destroys family

The mother of a just-turned-17 year old who died alone in 'emergency accommodation' says it appeared there was "wilful blindness" on the part of professionals ...
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Political Playback - 12 June 2025

Political Playback – 12 June 2025

Here is Political Playback for 12 June 2025. In today's episode Simon O'Connor will host Brendan Malone.
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Solid Ground - 12 June 2025

Solid Ground – 12 June 2025

Here is Solid Ground with Simon O'Connor for 12 June 2025
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McBlog: Theologian Gets It Wrong On Abortion

McBlog: Theologian Gets It Wrong On Abortion

New Testament theologian NT Wright has held a variety of both academic and chaplaincy posts at Oxford, Cambridge, and McGill University, Montreal. He was Canon ...
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Solid Ground - 10 June 2025

Solid Ground – 10 June 2025

Here's Solid Ground with Simon O'Connor - 10 June 2025. Simon shares some of his trip to Tokyo in support of the Tibetan people as ...
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StraightTalk - 9 June 2025

StraightTalk – 9 June 2025

Here’s StraightTalk for 9 June 2025. In this episode we discuss: NZ First & Greens on the rise. Why?; Do submissions help or hurt democracy?; ...
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McBlog - The Media’s Lovefest With Jacinda (& Her Book)

McBlog: The Media’s Lovefest With Jacinda (& Her Book)

There’s a new book on the shelves - a memoir from former Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern – entitled “A Different Kind of Power”. There has ...
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Family Matters - The Growing Threat of Fentanyl In New Zealand

Family Matters – The Growing Threat of Fentanyl In New Zealand

As the use of this potent synthetic opioid grows in New Zealand, so does its devastating impact. Our discussion with Tim Beck from the US ...
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Political Playback - 5 June 2025

Political Playback – 5 June 2025

Here is Political Playback for 5 June 2025. Today Bob is joined by guest panellist Ro Edge who is co-founder of Save Women's Sports Australasia. ...
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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.

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NZ Forum On The Family 2025

Not to be missed – the 17th annual New Zealand Forum on the Family is bringing together some exceptional international speakers (see below). This year ...
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More concerns with Euthanasia in New Zealand

More concerns with Euthanasia in New Zealand

The excellent article "Are We Euthanising Choice?" critiques the implementation of New Zealand’s End of Life Choice Act 2019, arguing that the reality of assisted ...
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Increasing Support For Social Media Ban - Poll

Increasing Support For Social Media Ban – Poll

A new poll has found increasing support for a ban on social media for children under 16, and decreasing opposition.
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Health Ministry Losing Count Of Euthanasia Deaths

Health Ministry Losing Count Of Euthanasia Deaths

Family First is appalled to see that the Ministry of Health has once again erroneously reported euthanasia numbers in New Zealand including one quarter where ...
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Government Doesn't Want To Define Woman

Government Doesn’t Want To Define Woman

The Government’s response to a 23,532-strong petition asking for ‘woman’ to be clearly defined in all laws, public policies and regulations has been issued, and ...
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Social Media Bill Should Be Government Bill

Social Media Bill Should Be Government Bill

Family First welcomes the introduction of a Social Media Age-Appropriate Users Bill by Catherine Webb, the National MP for Tukituki, which makes it a legal ...
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