Different Matters by Damien Grant

Anna Fifield is a remarkable and respectable journalist, columnist, author, and current editor of The Washington Post. I interviewed her about her book, The Great Successor: The Divinely Perfect Destiny of Brilliant Comrade Kim Jong Un. Tune in as controversial writer and podcast host, Damien Grant, interviews a wide selection of interesting and entertaining individuals, authors, business people, politicians and anyone else actually willing to talk to him.  For more information, or to get in touch, visit the Different Matters Website. 

Former politician Steven Joyce discusses his book, On the Record. Topics include his political career, growing business and missed opportunities, an amusing anecdote about Jeffrey Palmer, mixed feelings and moving forward after having their business stolen, governance experience and ministerial role, the importance of setting clear goals, a day with Angela Merkel at the G20 Summit, and the decision to not campaign against MMP.

Join Professor Paul Spoonley, academic and author, as he discusses his book on New Zealand's demographic past and future challenges. They cover topics such as population growth, immigration, national identity, starting your own business, smart decline, hyperaging, and the growth of Auckland as a primate city.

Dr Oliver Hartwich, Executive Director of the NZ Initiative, leads a delegation to Ireland to discuss the country's GDP figures, the success of foreign direct investment and Ireland's economy. They explore the education system, tax rate, and contrasting perceptions of teachers in Ireland and New Zealand. The chapter also discusses the low corporate tax rate in Ireland and the impact of Sinn Fein on the country's politics and housing market.

Max Rashbrooke, a conviction-driven academic and author, discusses wealth inequality in New Zealand and the influence of Thomas Piketty's work. They explore historical patterns of wealth distribution, the impact of technological disruption and antitrust policies, wealth concentration in New Zealand, perspectives on extreme wealth, and ideas for fairness and income share.

Dr Paul Moon, a prolific historian and author, discusses the growth and impact of Auckland over the past century, including tragic fires, missed opportunities for development, the history and purpose of the Auckland Museum, visions for a well-designed community, and reflections on shocking crimes in New Zealand.