The Mike Hosking Breakfast

The Prime Minister says he wants Nicola Willis to drive economic growth across all ministries in her new role.  The Finance Minister has been given the Economic Growth portfolio, formerly known as Economic Development.  Willis will look over education, infrastructure, science and research, less regulation and stronger international connections within the role.  Christopher Luxon told Ryan Bridge she'll continue to manage the country's finances, and ensure the budget is working.   Meanwhile, incoming Health Minister Simeon Brown has been meeting with Health Commissioner Lester Levy.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Company liquidations are at a 10 year high.   Data from the Companies Office shows there were 2,500 liquidations last year – the highest since 2014.   Company receiverships are also the highest they've been since 2012, at 186.   BWA Insolvency's principal Bryan Williams told Ryan Bridge he doesn't think it's as bad as the Global Financial Crisis.  He says how the geopolitical environment will change and impact New Zealanders may alter things.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Pine and Andrew Saville joined Ryan Bridge to discuss the Sail GP in Auckland over the weekend, Auckland FC's win against Melbourne, Daniel Hillier at the Dubai Classic and Novak Djokovic's tiff with an Australian Open reporter.  LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New hate speech laws have been strengthened in New South Wales after the latest antisemitic attack in Sydney.  How will these laws be implemented?  Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and opposition leader Peter Dutton have made unofficial campaign launches without a date announced for the election.  Australian Correspondent Steve Price joins the show to discuss the news happening across the ditch.  LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Early indications suggest it has been a strong weekend for Auckland businesses following three major events.  More than 25,000 people attended the inaugural Auckland League of Sail GP.  What did the event do for Auckland city?  Tataki Auckland Unlimited CEO Nick Hill joins the show to debrief on the weekend of sailing.  LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Simeon Brown is making his priorities clear as he prepares to take over as Health Minister. The portfolio has moved from Dr Shane Reti to Brown, moving Reti out of his fourth place in the National Party rankings.  Brown indicated the targets bought in by Reti show things are beginning to stabilise but said "we really need to focus on delivery."  He joins the show to discuss what he will bring to his new role.  LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donald Trump has given TikTok the all-clear to continue operating in the US, despite a federal ban. The Chinese based-social media platform "went dark" yesterday and was removed from app stores, but says it's now restoring access following Trump's announcement. The incoming US President says he wants to do a deal to see it half-owned by a US company, to allay security concerns.  Reporter from the technology website The Information joins the show to discuss the could-be American owners of the app, and the details that need to be ironed out for a deal to take place.  LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Three hostages are returning home after a 15-month-long capture, as a ceasefire is bought to the Israel-Palestine conflict. The hostage-prisoner exchange is the first phase of the ceasefire, which is expected to last six weeks. Hope for a complete withdrawal rests in the success of the first phase, International Geopolitical Analyst Geoffrey Miller said.  He joins the show to discuss whether the ceasefire will sustain.  LISTEN ABOVE.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This summer has served up the busiest summer ever for some Kiwi bed and breakfast hosts.  Modern accommodation has taken off in recent years, with the likes of Airbnb promising ease and comfort to customers. But Bed and Breakfast Association President Ann-Marie Johnson says traditional is the way to go.  "It's an opportunity to meet real Kiwi's, learn more about our way of life and customs," she said.  What have tourists said about New Zealand's b&b's this summer?  LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Friday the 20th of December, the terrible economic news continues to get worse as our GDP dropped badly and we are officially back in recession.  Liam Lawson has finally been officially given the seat that the F1 world knew was already his at Red Bull so commentator and former McLaren race team member Bob McMurray shares his thoughts.  Trish Sherson and Tim Wilson wraps the year for the final segment of 2024.  Get the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast every weekday morning on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.