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  • 21. From Patrols to Politics

    39:47||Ep. 21
    This week, Xandi talks politics with Greg O'Connor, Labour MP for Ōhāriu and Deputy Speaker! We chat housing, crime, cost of living and much much more!Tune in to get up to date with Election 2023, so you can know your stuff about party policy before voting rolls around!

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  • 20. Cents and Sensibility

    33:47||Ep. 20
    This week, Hollie and Xandi talk cost-of-living with an analysis of National's biggest policy launch: their tax relief plan. We chat about the good, the bad, and the entirely unknown (most of their costings...). Tune in to get up to date with Election 2023, so you can know your stuff about party policy before voting rolls around!
  • 19. First to the finish line

    37:23||Ep. 19
    Listen in this week for an engaging discussion with Taylor Arneil from NZ First! On the cards this week is climate policy (or lack thereof?), universal student allowances, keeping our grads, culture war, and the case for voting NZ First this election. Learn what this party will bring to the table, and how they think they can create the change you want to see.
  • 18. Thinking Out Loud

    36:13||Ep. 18
    This week, Hollie and Xandi chat to Scott Sheeran, the National Party's candidate for Wellington Central, about his visions for a future-proofed capital. Scott confirms that Ed Sheeran IS his favourite artist (although they are unrelated), and shares his passion for Wellington and all the diversity it fosters. Listen for chats about transport infrastructure, electric cars, vibrant cities, and advocating for citizens!
  • 17. TOP of Mind

    36:01||Ep. 17
    Natalia Albert, TOP's recently announced Deputy Leader, comes on for a chat about her path to politics and political polarisation, alongside TOP's climate change policy, and what TOP can do for you as young people.
  • 16. Green means Go!

    37:12||Ep. 16
    Listen in as Xandi chats to James Shaw about a greener New Zealand. Hear about the Greens' ever-discussed wealth tax, rental WOFs, and proper climate change legislation with the expert, NZ's Minister for Climate Change. James Shaw tells us that action is needed for NZ, and that a vote for green is a vote for change.
  • 15. A Labour of Love

    34:34||Ep. 15
    Today we're joined by Ibrahim Omer, the Labour party candidate for Wellington central! He chat about Labour's visions for the youth of New Zealand, his takes on policy, climate change, housing, and more. Tune in to hear about the fruits of his labour!