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A rotating cast of the finest political minds offer up commentary on the big topics of the week.

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Political Commentary w/ David Slack: September 12, 2019

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Thu 12 Sep 2019

David Slack pops into the studio to help us work through some of the political turmoil that's been surrounding us in the last week. Discussing the Labour Party sexual allegations, Simon Bridges' comments about communism and Brexit.

Political Commentary w/ Dr. Bryce Edwards: September 5, 2019

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Thu 5 Sep 2019

Dr. Bryce Edwards takes us international this morning with live updates of Brexit. But of course, back in Aotearoa we're talking about the Kiwi Build Reset, and the social services funding.

Political Commentary w/ Morgan Godfrey: August 29, 2019

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Thu 29 Aug 2019

Morgan Godfrey gives some Political Commentary this morning on Ihumātao, National's economic plan including superannuation, and party donations.

Political Commentary w/ David Slack: August 22, 2019

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Thu 22 Aug 2019

David Slack pops up for a cuppa and a chat about Phil Twyford's announcement for urban planning, the Hikoi from Ihumātao today, and censorship when it comes to holding a platform.

Political Commentary w/ Dr. Bryce Edwards: August 15, 2019

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Thu 15 Aug 2019

Dr. Bryce Edwards discusses prisoners voting rights, the 2018 census and the harassment allegations against the Labour Party. A big week for politics.

Political Commentary w/ Prof. Jennifer Curtin: August 8, 2019

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Thu 8 Aug 2019

With it looking highly likely that abortion will be removed from the Crimes Act, what does this mean going forward? And what's Winston talking about referendums for? Honestly.

Political Commentary w/ Morgan Godfrey: August 1, 2019

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Thu 1 Aug 2019

Morgan Godfrey dials in for some Political Commentary about Ihumātao and some of the issues that have come up around Oranga Tamariki. Morgan chats to Rachel about the governments role in both these issues and what looks to be a way forward.

Political Commentary w/ Lillian Hanly: July 25, 2019

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Thu 25 Jul 2019

A different kind of Political Commentary this morning, as 95bFM News Director, Lillian Hanly, gives us a pocket history of the background of Ihumātao and why people are protesting as we speak. If you want more information, Lillian recommends this article by Leonie Hayden.

Political Commentary w/ David Slack: July 18, 2019

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Thu 18 Jul 2019

David Slack pops up for some good ol' Political Commentary. Talking the clean car incentive, and some international politicians that are tweeting all sorts.

Political Commentary w/ Rod Oram: July 11, 2019

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Thu 11 Jul 2019

Rod Oram dials in to talk to Rachel about electric cars and some of the politics on the matter. Also talking mixing business and government, good or bad?