Governmentality: Aotearoa Politics with Hollie and Xandi

Governmentality: Aotearoa Politics with Hollie and Xandi

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Governmentality: Aotearoa Politics with Hollie and Xandi episodes

  • From Patrols to Politics

    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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    40 min
  • Cents and Sensibility

    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!

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    34 min
  • First to the finish line
    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.

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    38 min
  • Thinking Out Loud
    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!

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    37 min
  • TOP of Mind
    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.

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    37 min
  • Green means Go!
    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.

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    38 min
  • A Labour of Love
    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!

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    35 min
  • Budget Bash Part 1
    Today, Hollie and Xandi are bashing budgets! First up, Act. Listen to learn about what Act wants to do with government money, what they're spending and cutting, and how they envision an improved NZ. Find Act's full alternative budget on their website, and let us know what you think!!

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    29 min
  • Act Fast!

    Today, Hollie joins Ollie (the leader of Young Act NZ), to chat about Act party policy and how to tackle today's big issues. Listen to learn how Act envisions a better New Zealand, and how young people will be affected by their ideas.



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    38 min
  • The National Plan

    This week, Hollie and Xandi chat with Chris Bishop, the National Party spokesperson for Housing, Urban Planning, and Infrastructure about their policy plans. With a focus on housing, cost of living, and the environment, we discuss the main barriers for young people, and find out Chris' favourite musician!

    Enjoy this fast-paced episode, and let's get technical with what policy actually means for you.


    NB: 'austerity' (as discussed by Xandi + Chris at 22:57) means "difficult economic conditions created by government measures to reduce public spending".

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    38 min

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Governmentality takes politics and makes it interesting and accessible for young people! We'll be talking about what you care about, discussing issues that matter, and giving you all the info to make…