30 with Guyon Espiner

RNZ
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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

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