Following another dramatic police chase making the weekend headlines, the Afternoons team raise the question over whether it's okay to try and drive away from the authorities.

One caller, Mike, opened up about his fleeting experience trying to get away from the police - and then he weighed in on the ethics of this idea.

Later, Police Minister Mark Mitchell revealed he was listening - and revealed why you should comply and not try to flee from the cops.

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On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 16th of May 2025 the horrendous cost of Hospital Parking - if you are parking at a hospital pretty much anywhere in the country you better prepare yourself to be robbed.

Then, then Worst Roundabouts and roading engineering.

And to finish, our Afternoons duo ask why as New Zealanders we love being name checked so much after a mention in a Conan O'Brien travel show.

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At the end of every week, the Afternoons team name their pick for New Zealander of the week.

It's an honour that we grant on your behalf to someone who has had an effect on our great and beautiful nation over the past week.

This week's nominees are Ryan Fox, the C word and Conan O’Brien.

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On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for Thursday the 15th of May - Tyler was on his own today and led off with talk around truancy and the role of the community in getting attendance up.

Then varying rules around tiny homes on wheels are creating confusion for owners, councils and makers of the abodes.

And to wrap things up - Is it OK to burn rubbish in your backyard?

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On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 14th of May 2025 - A deep dive into debt as Labour and National have fundamentally different approaches to it. NZ Herald Business Editor at Large Liam Dann tried to explain it to our Afternoons duo.
 
Then a good chat about bariatric surgery - former broadcaster and now real estate agent Hamish McKay told of his weight loss journey.
 
And to end the day, Ask The Expert with Matt The Mechanic, where all the classic cars came out of the woodwork.

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As part of the weekly Ask the Expert series, Matt Bullen joined the Afternoons team to answer questions and offer advice about repairs.

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Former newsreader Hamish McKay has opened up about his dramatic 50kg weight loss.

The long-time broadcaster revealed he was was suffering several health problems after his weight climbed to 135 kilos.

Mackay says his blood pressure was running high and his cholesterol was 'horrendous' - and something needed to be done.

"The signs were there - even though I could hide it, I bluffed my way."

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On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 13th of May 2025, it's been confirmed another non-meat meat company is abandoning supermarket shelves so Matt and Tyler asked  -is it all over for plant-based meat? 
 
Then - renting vs owning in a market where tenants are increasingly in the box seat - are you still better off to buy?

And to finish the afternoon a great chat about the card game bridge enjoying a revival with a younger crowd, drawn to its social aspect, forming bonds, friendships and sometimes love.

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The card game bridge is seeing a resurgence, with younger players taking it up as a new way to meet people.

The Afternoons team spoke to Kate Terry, a New Zealand Bridge board member who is heading to China to represent New Zealand.

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Another plant-based meat alternative is set to leave the market - and it's sparked debate about the benefits and drawbacks of these products.

Bean Supreme, a leading producer of vegetarian sausages, burgers and mince, will have their products departing the shelves in June. 

Head Of Nutrition at Beef + Lamb NZ, Julia Sekula, joined the Afternoons team to discuss.

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