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Latest episodes

  • They weren't that good, but I ate the lot (9 October 2026)

    October 9, 2026 · 1 hr 43 min

    The US announced plans to livestream the execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Malik Hasan. Marcus and listeners debated the personal and political ethics of the decision.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • Cheeses come and go (8 September 2026)

    October 8, 2026 · 2 hr 1 min

    New Zealand has been dubbed the world's second friendliest place, after Costa Rica, so listeners called in to chat about the moments of kindness they have experienced.  And Taste listed lemonade scones as the best air fryer snack recipe…

  • We will keep it loose tonight (8 October 2026)

    October 7, 2026 · 1 hr 48 min

    It was a bit of everything this wild Wednesday on Marcus Lush Nights as listeners called in to chat about everything from bran muffins to can openers, 'perv glasses' to the best duets, and garlic hacks to leatherman. LISTEN ABOVE  See…

  • You wouldn't be a swinger, would you? (6 October 2026)

    October 6, 2026 · 2 hr 26 min

    TVNZ's Leaders Debate sparked a night of converstaion on Marcus Lush Nights as listeners discussed who they thought won the debate, and if they even watch debates anymore.  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • Don't sleep on the sleeper trains (5 October 2026)

    October 5, 2026 · 2 hr 29 min

    The Green Party announced their transport policies today, which included a sleeper train from Auckland to Wellington.  Marcus and listeners discussed the policy, whether they expect success for the service, and memories of sleepers train…

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  • It was a ham for the ages (October 2 2026)

    October 2, 2026 · 2 hr 12 min

    Apparently 12 weeks prior is the perfect day to create you Christmas Cake, making today the Christmas Cake Making Day. Callers chatted what food they're already organising for the festive season. And, people aren't having dinner parties…

  • God Save Timaru (October 1 2026)

    October 1, 2026 · 1 hr 47 min

    GST was first intoduced in New Zealand 40 years ago today as a key part of the economic reforms of the fourth Labour government. Marcus and listeners discussed the tax along with people who stop watches, called 'sliders', and dead people…

  • Are you feeling it? (30 September 2026)

    September 30, 2026 · 2 hr 7 min

    Four new road rules are set for NZ roads from October 1, so Marcus asked his listeners what road rule they would make law if they could. And, we celebrate 40 years since John Farnham's iconic album Whispering Jack featuring You're the…

  • One drug four different ways (29 September 2026)

    September 29, 2026 · 2 hr 10 min

    It was breakfast for supper on Marcus Lush Nights as callers discussed good old fashioned cooked breakfasts and coffee. Marcus and listeners specifically looked back to meat dishes like lambs fry, black pudding, haggis, and more. LISTEN…

  • The gamification of escaping a child (28 September 2026)

    September 28, 2026 · 1 hr 43 min

    Another start to another week on Marcus Lush Nights sees listeners calling in to chat headrests in cars.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • Never done a shoutout for a dog before (25 September 2026)

    September 25, 2026 · 1 hr 52 min

    It was One-Hit Wonders Day so Marcus and listeners discussed their favourite flash in the pan artists.  And, Marcus gets to do his first dog shout out! LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • If there's a reason to have it they will (24 September 2026)

    September 24, 2026 · 1 hr 46 min

    As it so often does the topic of the impending AI apocolypse was on the cards for Marcus and listeners tonight, while on the lighter side callers debated if oodies and uggs are appropriate supermarket attire.  LISTEN ABOVE  See…

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About the show

Marcus Lush engages Kiwis from all walks of life, discussing the issues that matter most on Newstalk ZB.