In this episode of Political Playback, with guest panellist Peter Williams – Andrew Coster resigns; a new political – why isn’t the media reporting it; why isn’t the media reporting the stoush involving Willie Jackson; what does name suppression have to do with sick animals; should the government rescue the media financially; activists against school lunches score another own goal; Radio NZ claim they’re “bouncing back” – but are they really; should we be sending billions overseas to virtue-signal on the Paris Pledge; and which cabinet ministers have impressed Peter.
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- Political Trends: Peter and Bob discuss recent images from political events, particularly the trend of politicians posing with drag queens and how this may signify a shift in political branding.
- Resignation of Andrew Coster: They delve deep into the recent resignation of Police Commissioner Andrew Costa amid serious misconduct allegations and debate his controversial nickname ‘Cuddles Coster’.
- Roy Morgan Poll: The recent but underreported Roy Morgan poll is discussed, revealing trends in national and Labour party standings and the current credibility crisis facing the polling industry.
- Willie Jackson’s Allegations: The duo examines allegations of bullying involving Willie Jackson and his wife within the Manukau Urban Māori Authority and the mainstream media’s lack of coverage on this issue.
- Media Industry Layoffs: They address the issue of mass layoffs in New Zealand’s media sector and debate the role of government subsidies in the media industry.
- School Lunch Controversy: The conversation covers the media’s handling of complaints regarding school lunches and the principal involved, touching on the broader issues of government-funded programs.
- Paris Agreement: They discuss Nicola Willis’ stance on not sending money overseas for climate commitments, exploring the broader context of New Zealand’s approach to carbon emission reductions.
- Radio Ratings: A detailed look at the latest radio ratings for RNZ and Newstalk ZB, discussing the implications of declining listenership for news radio.
- Cabinet Ministers: Peter shares his views on the performance of various cabinet ministers in the new government, highlighting standout performers and areas of disappointment. Peter is asked which members of the Labor Party front row he would have in his political party.
