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Leighton Smith Podcast #350 - October 21st 2026 - Shane Jones

October 21, 2026 · 1 hr 18 min

In Podcast 350, the NZ First Deputy Leader presents the case for both himself and the party. Even Mr Jones confesses the he can be a little aggressive at times. Or as he puts it, “brutal at times”. However, honest communication is…
Leighton Smith Podcast #349 - October 14th 2026 - John Banks

October 13, 2026 · 1 hr 17 min

In podcast 349 we continue our series featuring long-serving politicians who know the game inside out, and have a real contribution to make. This week we chat with political veteran John Banks on politics and principles for living. He…
Leighton Smith Podcast #348 - October 7th 2026 - Rodney Hide (Part 2)

October 6, 2026 · 1 hr 20 min

When we arranged the interview with ex politician Rodney Hide, we didn’t preplan a list of issues. That could have led to an early conclusion. Instead we breezed through two hours with ease. That evolved into two separate podcasts…
Leighton Smith Podcast #347 - September 30th 2026 - Rodney Hide (Part 1)

September 29, 2026 · 1 hr 24 min

Rodney Hide entered Parliament as a list member of the ACT Party in 1996. He became ACT Leader in 2004, and following the 2008 election he was appointed Minister for three portfolios; Local Government, Regulatory Reform and Associate…
Leighton Smith Podcast #346 - September 23rd 2026 - Jim Allan

September 22, 2026 · 1 hr 36 min

Prof. James Allan is a highly respected thinker, speaker, debater and a man of intelligence and knowledge. He is also an accomplished author and columnist. Canadian born and educated, he taught law at Otago University for eleven years…

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Leighton Smith Podcast #345 - September 16th 2026 - Alwyn Poole

September 16, 2026 · 1 hr 23 min

Alwyn Poole; Education & More. “The first point on how to improve all things education in NZ is that, so long as any government thinks that they are the podium of truth in this area, they will fail and all improvements will be marginal…
Leighton Smith Podcast #344 - September 9th 2026 - David Schnauer

September 9, 2026 · 1 hr 23 min

New Zealand once ranked among the world’s most prosperous nations. Not any longer. Armed with experience in both Law and Economics, retired lawyer David Schnauer spent a year writing “UNCOMFORTABLE ECONOMICS”. His purpose; to show that…
Leighton Smith Podcast #343 - September 2nd 2026 - Michael F. Spratt

September 1, 2026 · 1 hr 30 min

After a casual visit to New Zealand, this small American family couldn’t forget it. Mike and his wife went home, sold up everything and moved here. It’s a journey of discovery, heartbreak, redemption and triumph. They were told they…
Leighton Smith Podcast #342 - August 26th 2026 - Ashley Church

August 26, 2026 · 1 hr 20 min

In these times it’s difficult to stay updated with the “good, the bad and the ugly.” In this environment it’s easy to be ill-informed. Independent commentator Ashley Church has been analysing virtually every issue that affects society and…
Leighton Smith Podcast - August 19th 2026 - Shane Jones

August 18, 2026 · 44 min

As Leighton is on a short break, for this week's episode we dig into the archives for a repeat of his interview with NZ First Deputy Leader Shane Jones from earlier in the year. Back next week with episode #342. File your comments and…
Leighton Smith Podcast #341 - August 12th 2026 - 100 Years of ZB

August 12, 2026 · 1 hr 35 min

With the celebration of 100 years of broadcasting from 1ZB, we have devoted Podcast 341 to three interviews with the station's past and present management: Bill Francis, Dallas Gurney & Jason Winstanley. Over the years there have been…
Leighton Smith Podcast #340 - August 5th 2026 - Patrick Basham

August 4, 2026 · 1 hr 32 min

Let’s be honest, there’s a lot going on in the world - so much so that it’s difficult to keep pace. Take America for example. A transformation is underway that has not yet been fully recognised for what it is or what it could become. The…

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About the show

After 33 years behind the Newstalk ZB microphone, Leighton can’t give it up completely. There were so many requests to continue his opinionated commentary that the prospect of podcasting was born.So, without restriction, Leighton continues to serve up on everything you want to hear about and some things you don’t. Stand by to be enlightened, educated and enraged!