In this episode of Daybreak – objectionable words are still objectionable despite what Andrea Vance may say; media are gutted about Epstein files because a certain name doesn’t feature more; Labour and Greens playing happy families; Meta suddenly decides that they’re concerned for children – too late; homeschooling continues to rise; should NZ become the 7th state of Australia; Melania’s documentary; Chloe’s fabulous Christmas advice; and the British countryside as been labelled as “too white”; plus more.
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Bob dives into various news stories from New Zealand headlines and offers his takes on them. The stories include Auckland residents being disturbed by nighttime construction, rating of schools despite past policies of not streaming schools or classrooms; news from Stuff and Dominion Post concerns whether New Zealand should become a state of Australia, which was brought up by David Farrar in a column yesterday; Radio New Zealand highlights cancer sufferers struggling to withdraw from KiwiSaver, while One News mentions a controversy in Boxing New Zealand over toxic culture similar to Cycling New Zealand.
Andrea Vance’s use of offensive language and the c-word is not accepted by most NZers according to a new BSA report which raises the issue of (decreasing) tolerance for foul language.
Meta is suddenly pulling out the big guns to oppose a proposal to ban social media for those under 16 due to concerns of cyberbullying, inappropriate content, and mental health issues. He covers reactions from parents, media, and organisations like the Free Speech Union. Clips show opposing views, comparing big tech to tobacco companies in terms of a lack of responsibility & social care.
Bob comments on allegations against (Prince) Andrew related to the Epstein files and the frustration of most media newsrooms around the world about not being able to find more dirt on Trump.
Discussion about political dynamics within New Zealand’s Labour and Green parties who seem to be cosying up together, despite a senior Labour MP’s shock resignation.
Bob also reviews the documentary “Melania” which he viewed yesterday afternoon, and criticises a review by Joe Bennett in the Press who comments without watching it.
Bob concludes with commentary on a rural diversity report in the UK which says the countryside is too “white” despite the hills being green and the water being blue.
