Los mejores podcasts de New Zealand Initiative (2024)

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The Pulse of Local Government: Insights from New Zealand's Councils 26:01

3d ago26:01

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In this podcast episode, Oliver interviews Max Salmon about the findings of a recent survey of New Zealand local government officials, detailed in his latest research note called "The Pulse of Local Government."The survey reveals that local councils generally desire more autonomy from central government, feel financial pressures from population gro…

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Emergence News - Initiates and the Insights they can offer-Part 2 27:03

7d ago27:03

27:03

Who's who in the spiritual world. For more information visit Maitreya's Mission Vol 1, 2 & 3.

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Unpacking New Zealand's $9 billion alcohol cost 47:01

10d ago47:01

47:01

In this episode, Eric Crampton and Sarah Hogan, Deputy Chief Executive at NZIER, discuss a new report estimating the social costs of alcohol in New Zealand at $9 billion, with a focus on how such figures are calculated and used in policymaking. They explore the challenges of accurately attributing costs to alcohol, debate the effectiveness of targe…

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Boosting housing development through revenue sharing 25:46

17d ago25:46

25:46

In this episode, Nick discusses his latest research note on revenue sharing between central and local government.The main idea is to provide financial incentives for local councils to be more supportive of housing development, potentially addressing New Zealand's housing crisis by aligning the interests of central and local governments.Nick's resea…

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Emergence News - Initiates and the Insights they can offer 25:41

21d ago25:41

25:41

Who's who in the spiritual world. For more information visit Maitreya's Mission Vol 1, 2 & 3.

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Debunking education myths: A response to Prof Peter O'Connor's critique of curriculum reforms 27:55

24d ago27:55

27:55

This episode features Michael, with Oliver, responding to and critiquing statements made by Prof Peter O'Connor on RNZ about education policy.Michael systematically disagrees with O'Connor's views on the government's proposed education reforms, arguing that O'Connor misrepresents the reforms and presents false dichotomies between knowledge acquisit…

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Transforming education: Lessons from England's school reforms with Nick Gibb 57:15

27d ago57:15

57:15

In this episode, Michael talks to Nick Gibb, former UK Minister for Schools, about education reforms implemented in England over the past decade. The conversation covers various aspects of these reforms, including the introduction of systematic synthetic phonics for reading instruction, changes to the mathematics curriculum, teacher training improv…

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Emergence News - Enlightenment - How can I get started 27:03

1M ago27:03

27:03

Peter provides inspiration with a message from a Master of Wisdom. John investigates two BIG questions - Who am I? and what exactly is 'Honesty of Mind'?

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Reforming New Zealand's Curriculum 22:04

1M ago22:04

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In this episode, Oliver and Michael discuss recent education reform recommendations in NZ, focusing on the development of a knowledge-rich curriculum and evidence-based teaching practices. Michael, who chaired the Ministerial Advisory Group that made these recommendations, defends the proposed changes against various criticisms and emphasizes that …

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Driving Change: How road pricing can improve our roads 25:43

2M ago25:43

25:43

In this episode, Matthew discusses his new report with Oliver which is about road pricing in New Zealand.They explore the history of road pricing, international examples, and potential benefits such as reducing congestion and improving infrastructure planning.Their conversation emphasises that while the economic case for road pricing is clear, the …

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Emergence News - The Right Royal Road to Enlightenment 25:31

2M ago25:31

25:31

John looks at the art of self realization: Meditation and Service. Peter looks at the Citizens' Assemblies: a new approach to policymaking (article taken from the June issue of Share International Magazine).

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Free Speech, Education, and Democracy: A Conversation with Toby Young 1:00:31

2M ago1:00:31

1:00:31

In this episode, Michael and James talk to Toby Young, founder of the Free Speech Union in the United Kingdom, the associate editor of The Spectator, and a former editor of Quillette. The discussion spans a wide range of topics including the challenges to free speech in academia, the evolution of charter schools in the UK, and the broader implicati…

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AI in Education: Navigating the opportunities and risks 1:02:01

2M ago1:02:01

1:02:01

This podcast episode is from our recent AI in education webinar where Michael presents his report on generative AI in education, emphasising its potential as a supportive tool while cautioning against replacing traditional learning methods.Prof Barbara Oakley joins as a special guest to provide expert commentary on the cognitive science aspects. Ol…

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Emergence News - Give Peace A Chance 29:11

2M ago29:11

29:11

Peter looks at an article by former Congressman and Presidential candidate Dennis Kucinich, plus a timely message from a Master of Wisdom. Nigel reviews Voltage Health and notices the emerging power of protest in New Zealand.

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City and Regional Deals 30:23

2M ago30:23

30:23

In this podcast, Nick and Eric talk to Sam Broughton and Simon Randall from Local Government New Zealand (LGNZ) about the potential for implementing city and regional deals in New Zealand - formal long-term partnerships between central and local government to better plan and fund local infrastructure and economic development. They explore the benef…

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Fixing New Zealand's university funding 31:24

3M ago31:24

31:24

In this episode, Michael and James talk to Dr Dennis Wesselbaum about issues with New Zealand's current university funding model, which relies heavily on student enrollment numbers. They explore potential reforms to create a more stable and effective system that balances access, workforce preparation, and research excellence.…

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Emergence News - Benjamin Creme, a modern day oracle 26:57

3M ago26:57

26:57

Find more about the author who describes the existence of a kingdom beyond that of human. This kingdom known as the Spiritual Hierarchy includes Maitreya - the next world teacher on planet earth. For more information visit: shareinternational.org and benjamincrememuseum.org

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Episode Update: Recovering and Upcoming Content 0:48

3M ago0:48

0:48

Hey guys, I'm just going to keep this very short. I just wanted to give you an update as to what's been going on in the background. Sorry I haven't gotten out my latest episodes recently. I have had a really nasty case of bronchitis. I've pretty much been bedridden for the past week or so. Just been focusing on getting better, taking my medications…

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Emergence News - We have been thinking - Part 2 26:47

3M ago26:47

26:47

Following up on Gazza, Evolution, and the boys lose the plot!

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Jonathan Rauch and the Constitution of Knowledge 55:28

3M ago55:28

55:28

In this episode, Michael and James talk to Jonathan Rauch, famed American journalist and senior fellow at the Brookings Institute.They discuss the importance of free speech and open debate for the advancement of knowledge and the health of our society.They explore how cultivating the skills of constructive disagreement, from the classroom to the pu…

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Murray Horn and New Zealand's fiscal challenges 34:46

3M ago34:46

34:46

In this episode, Oliver talks to Dr Murray Horn, former Secretary of the New Zealand Treasury and former CEO of ANZ.They talk about the fiscal challenges facing the new government as it prepares its first budget amidst high inflation, recession, and mounting debt. Murray provides his expert perspective on what reforms are needed to control spending…

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Episode 4: Initial D 10:38

3M ago10:38

10:38

Welcome back to Chiptunes and Chapters, where we explore the wide-ranging realm of anime, manga, and video game entertainment. In this episode, we spotlight a series that revolutionized the automotive culture - Initial D. Known for its intense driving sequences and distinctive characters, Initial D propelled the thrills of street racing into the ma…

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John Morris and the state of NZ's education system 1:08:55

4M ago1:08:55

1:08:55

In this episode, Oliver talks to John Morris, ONZM, an educator and a former footballer who represented NZ on an international level. They discuss the decline of New Zealand's school system in recent decades and the difficulties in reforming it. With the right changes, New Zealand's education could be turned around in the coming years.…

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Protecting free speech in UK universities 31:45

4M ago31:45

31:45

In this podcast episode, James talks Professor Abhishek Saha about the state of academic freedom and free speech in UK universities.They discuss the newly passed Higher Education Freedom of Speech Act, its key provisions, and its potential impact on protecting the right of academics and students to express diverse viewpoints without fear of censors…

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Episode 3 - Irresponsible Captain Tylor 11:27

4M ago11:27

11:27

In this episode of Chiptunes and Chapters, we're setting sail across the cosmos with Captain Justy Ueki Tylor and his ragtag crew aboard the Soyokaze. Join us as we explore the iconic anime series The Irresponsible Captain Tylor, a masterful blend of sci-fi, comedy, and adventure. We'll delve into Tylor's improbable rise to command, meet the eclect…

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Episode 2 - Vandread 8:48

4M ago8:48

8:48

Join us as we unearth a buried anime treasure with our review of the underrated gem, 'Vandread.' We explore its unique blend of CGI and traditional animation, captivating soundtrack, and its cohesive storyline that delves into gender dynamics and societal norms. Despite fading into obscurity, 'Vandread' remains a ahead-of-its-time series that deser…

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Episode 1 - Slayers 8:45

4M ago8:45

8:45

For our first episode, we will be looking at a classic swords-and-sorcery series from the mid-90's that left a lasting impact on the Mahou Shoujo (Magical Girl) and fantasy genres. This is my first ever published podcast, so apologies for any issues I may have missed - feedback is ALWAYS appreciated. I will be doing some experimenting with regards …

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China's Belt and Road Initiative 16:04

4M ago16:04

16:04

In this podcast episode, Oliver and Nick discuss their recent report on China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) and its implications for New Zealand.They caution that while BRI investments could potentially help fund New Zealand's large infrastructure deficit, the country needs to be very careful about engagement to avoid becoming locked into China'…

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