Joel spoke to freshly elected Green MP Chloe Swarbrick about how youth are not adequately represented in Government and how to get young voters more engaged in politics.
This week's discussion focuses on the persecution and prosecution of 'Green fairies' as well as law enforcement on medical cannabis and hemp product producers and users.
Lachlan discussed Jacinda Ardern's recent portfolio appointments with political commentator Rod Oram. They also talk about NZ First's 13 positions along with how the Green party fits in.
Lachlan spoke with Professor Andrew Geddis from the University of Otago about the revent controversy over Green MP Golriz Ghahraman's legal work to do with the Rwandan genocide.
First up on the Wire, Jemima speaks with John Minto about SHAN's call for the resignation of HNZC's leaders. Will then talks with Dr Sue Bellgrave on New Zealand's perinatal and maternal mortality rates. The Green Desk is back with Jack who speaks to Forest and Bird CEO, Kevin Hague, about the government's decision to not allowing mining on conservation land. Finally, the International Desk with Conor explores conflict minerals in electronics in the Congo and updates us on some stories from the last month.
Mikey and Rod exchange some Christmas cheer, and discuss the governments $100m green fund, National's graceful exit from the Cabinet meeting, and the situation with Maggie Barry.
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