While at times completely derailed by the appearance of real live oysters, accompanied by Camilla and Tim from Rockefeller Oyster Bar, the show also manages to include an interview with the lovely Beth Orton; political commentary with Jennifer Curtin; crate dives from Troy and the folk at Southbound; some drooling from Producer Sarah and some swearing from Top Ten Pearl. It's a corker.

NZ gig promoter Manolo Echave on Venues Wellington's recent decision to enter an exclusivity arrangement with Ticketmaster. What does this mean for gig goers, both in Wellington and greater NZ?

Mike welcomes His Worship the Mayor of Auckland, The Honourable Phil Goff to the 95bFM Breakfast fold in this, the first of their weekly catch ups.

What a ripper: giant grounded clown balloons; Maria Walls on Leo's doco on climate change; Phil Goff in the first of our weekly catch ups; Laneway promoter Manolo Echave on Wellington's ticketing monopoly decision; and a bunch of Rob's bollocks.

Mikey talks to Penelope Noir about sneakers; James Nokise about identity; and Simon Devitt about his photography prize. 'Cause you're the generation that bought more shoes and you get what you deserve.

The first of our weekly Jacinda Ardern check-ins; a Loose Read with Jenna; and your favourite Natural Ange.

The first of Mikey's weekly check-ins with New Zealand's MP for Mt Albert and Deputy Leader of the Labour Party, Jacinda Ardern.

Bit o' Mad Season; Comey + MP asset disclosure w/ Dr. Bryce Edwards; a triple-dip w/ Troy from Southbound in From the Crate; thesping w/ Sarah; and Booga Beazley stands us up. Bloody planes.