In the Loop

Hundreds may have lined up for the grand opening of New Zealand's first Costco mega store, but will it be cheaper and who can get the most bang for their buck? BusinessDesk investments editor and financial author Frances Cook told us on today's show places like Costco can work out "really well", as long as they're used strategically. Later in the ep, new data shows a startling link between family harm and youth involved in ramraids, then questions over whether employers should be able to sack employers over out of hours nude images.  Follow us on Instagram at itlpod :) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a cliche as old as time, allegations of infidelity have been swirling around Maroon 5 frontman, 43-year-old Adam Levine, who seems to have a penchant for sliding into young women's DMs. This week on the show we chat to a dating columnist about whether DM'ing is actually cheating, will his career will take a hit and what they make of his apology. Later on the show, should New Zealand become a republic and the latest on Putin's chilling war with Ukraine.  You can find us on Instagram at itlpod :)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the Herald's youth podcast, In the Loop, hosts Cheree and Katie unpack how the public in New Zealand reacted to the Queen's passing, and what this means for New Zealand. Later on the show, Cheree explains the latest changes to Aotearoa's Covid-19 restrictions, then the winners and losers of this year's Emmys.  Follow us on Instagram at Itlpod :)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Women at the centre of a bureaucratic blunder that sent Northland into an 11-day lockdown last year are yet to receive a public apology after they were incorrectly accused of providing "false information" to get travel permits. On today's In the Loop show, the Herald's youth-focused podcast, hosts Cheree Kinnear and Katie Harris unpack how the drama unfolded at the time and the lasted information on what really went down. Later on the show, Justin Bieber's New Zealand show cancelled? And yes, we are worrying darling, what is going on with Olivia Wilde's new film.  Following us on Instagram at itlpod :)   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While the Government made a swift U-turn on a proposal to tax fees on KiwiSaver funds, questions remain over what impact the plan, and the snap backdown, could have politically.The proposal would have forced managed funds and KiwiSaver providers to pay a flat 15 per cent GST on fees. Today on the Herald's youth podcast, In the loop, journalists Cheree Kinnear and Katie Harris  discuss how the proposal was revealed, the reaction and just how quickly it fell. Later on the show Cheree and Katie speak about the ruling in the Lynette Dawson murder case and Marama Davidson getting into hot water over a social media post.  Follow us on instagram at itlpod :)  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Once a year since J* was 14 she would try insert a tampon. The Wellington woman, who wants to be known by her initial J, attempted the annual ritual without success for years, hoping that maybe one day it would finally work. What J didn't know at the time was that she has vaginismus, a medical condition where the vagina tightens up when you try insert something into it. Today on the show J chats to Cheree and Katie about the condition, how it's treated and how speaking up has helped both her and others.  We really loved having J on the show and hope you learn as much as we did! Warning, this episode discusses features lengthy discussions about sex and bodies so may not be appropriate for all listeners.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Despite concerns of a possible Parliament occupation 2.0, this weeks anti-Government protest wrapped up within hours and left the lawn in tact.Today on In the loop, the Herald's youth-focused podcast, Cheree and Katie discuss what it was like covering the protest and how it differed from the last protest. Later what is quiet quitting and why is it trending now, plus Harry Styles criticised over comments he made regarding a gay sex scene and alleged "queerbaiting".  You can follow the show on Instagram at itlpod :)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the show, host Cheree Kinnear is joined by NZ Herald political reporter Michael Neilson to unpack the Sam Uffindell scandal that rocked the National party this week. They also chat crime and the Government repealing the three-strikes law, Donald Trump, the new Snapchat feature for parents and all the fallout around Kim K and Pete Davidson's split. Follow us on Instagram at itlpod or flick us an email at intheloop@nzme.co.nzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the show Kansas voters have protected the right to get an abortion in their state, Infowars host Alex Jones finally admits the Sandy Hook massacre happened after falsely claiming it was a hoax and the cost of living payments drop! Later on the show house prices are going down, the largest power plant in Europe is out of control and Queen B is in the headlines for all the wrong reasons.  Follow us on Instagram at itlpod or flick us an email at intheloop@nzme.co.nz :) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Covid-19 and flu infections climb, health workers are struggling to keep up with emergency call-outs and growing hospital waiting rooms.  On this episode Auckland paramedic Sarah* speaks to Katie and Cheree about what it's been like during the surge.  Just a note this is Sarah's experience and may not reflect that of other paramedics.  Follow us on Instagram at itlpod or email us at intheloop@nzme.co.nzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.