

30 with Guyon Espiner
RNZ
Guyon Espiner talks in-depth to some of the most interesting and influential people in our world. One guest, no edits.
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May 27, 2025 • 32min
Geoffrey Hinton
Godfather of AI Geoffrey Hinton on the rapid rise of artificial intelligence and why he left Google to sound the alarm. Plus, his stark warning that already gives humanity a 10-20% chance of completely losing control to digital beings.Watch the video version of this episode hereGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

May 20, 2025 • 32min
Chlöe Swarbrick
Guyon Espiner puts Chlöe Swarbrick on the spot over the Greens' alternative Budget. Plus, who's fuelling New Zealand's "culture wars" and what it would take for them to join forces with National?Watch the full episode hereGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

May 13, 2025 • 31min
Graci Kim
Award-winning author Graci Kim on her canceled U.S. book tour amid Trump-era bans—and how Korean resilience and Kiwi optimism made her a New York Times bestsellerWatch the video version of this episode hereGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

May 6, 2025 • 32min
Nigel Latta
Nigel Latta on which parenting fads drive him crazy, why he never posts pictures of his kids on social media, how optimism is a superpower and how he accidentally became a famous psychologistWatch the video version of this episode here Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Apr 29, 2025 • 31min
Malcolm Turnbull
Former Australian Prime Minister, Malcolm Turnbull, on the global ramifications of Trump's tariffs. Plus, why he was surprised at Winston Peters' decision to fire Phil Goff.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Apr 15, 2025 • 32min
Stephen Scheeler
Former Facebook CEO, Stephen Scheeler, on how the Social media giant targets teens with low self esteem. Plus, his insights into Mark Zuckerberg and why he thinks "he's failed the test" when it comes to President Trump. Watch the video version of this episode hereGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Apr 8, 2025 • 31min
Eugene Ryder
Former Black Power member, Eugene Ryder, reveals to Guyon what really pushes young people into gang life. Plus, his crisis of conscience at receiving a King's Service Medal and why "By Māori For Māori" isn't the right approach.Watch the video version of this episode hereGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Apr 1, 2025 • 32min
Sam Neill
Actor, Sam Neill. tells Guyon what it was like to work with Stephen Spielberg and reveals his near death experience during the filming of Jurassic Park. Plus, he shares his candid thoughts on Jacinda Ardern’s leadership and explains why he feels sorry for Brad PittWatch the video version of this episode here. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Mar 25, 2025 • 32min
Jordan O'Brien
NZ soldier, Jordan O'Brien, on what its like to be hunted by swarms of heat seeking drones. Plus, the brutal tactics Russia uses to recruit more soldiers and what Ukrainians think of recent peace talks.Watch the video version of this episode hereGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Nov 26, 2024 • 32min
Wang Xiaolong
China’s ambassador, Wang Xiaolong, issues a warning to New Zealand about the consequences of joining AUKUS. Plus, Guyon asks him about the CCP's influence in New Zealand , the potential of a Trade war with Trump and a hot war over Taiwan.Watch the video version of this episode here To watch the video version of this episode with Simplified Chinese subtitles, click here 本期节目的中文字幕版本请点击此处。Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details


