The Leighton Smith Podcast

This week in podcast 11, Leighton opines on Brexit and why remain is not an option - If Brexit fails, so does Britain.
On the Crusaders, he says there’s every argument for the team to retain their name. The problem, if there is one, is with the misunderstanding by the do-gooders. Intentionally or otherwise.
And there are two separate guests this podcast but with a common link.
Olivia Pierson, the author of ‘Western Values Defended’ discusses why the Civilisation we have inherited is the best.
And Stephen Franks, lawyer, ex-politician and member of the Free Speech Coalition, on the battle to preserve freedom of speech.
Both guests make an impressive contribution to the debate. Make sure you listen.
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Podcast 10 is wide-ranging. 
The matter of freedom of speech is occupying much attention by numerous commentators. It is also commanding conversations around the table, and with good reason. New Zealanders have grown accustomed to having their say, even with the knowledge that it may find disagreement. 
Right now that accepted freedom is under threat and as the weeks tick over, it will become an even more urgent conversation.
Brexit is also on the agenda and it deserves to be. It’s got so boring! But then it springs to life again. 
And then from the ‘science is settled file’, a couple of interesting developments.
This week's interviewee has a most interesting career. From Ukraine to Rome, the Middle East and Singapore-based Asia correspondent, as bureau chief in Afghanistan and Pakistan, and as Dubai-based columnist of the greater Middle East. He is Chief Foreign Affairs Correspondent for the Wall Street Journal, Yaroslav Trofimov. Under discussion is the Culture War dividing Europe; Islam, and Brexit.

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In this week’s podcast - more reflection on one of the darkest periods in New Zealand history. There is no getting away from it.
As the days pass since March 15, the expected machinations are developing. The blame-game is inevitably underway. But that is not what concerns this podcast so much as calls for an assault on democracy and freedom. More layers of legislation to patch up previous inadequacies.
No collusion! The Mueller Report finally shows up the MSM for what it is. For two years the public has been misled. But the scramble to try and protect unworthy reputations is in full flight.
Don’t miss the conversation with Dr Stephen Chavura, political theorist and intellectual historian, as he outlines what we need to do to protect the freedoms that were fought for in two World Wars and more.
More feedback with Carolyn aka Mrs Producer and a couple of other matters, including real feminism.
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Unsurprisingly, podcast eight is focussed entirely on the Christchurch mosque terrorist murders.
On January second, Geopolitical Strategist George Friedman wrote: “What has happened to us? From Shanghai to Moscow to Brussels to Washington, there is a sense that something has gone wrong with the world, with our nations, with our friends and even with ourselves……..the sense is everywhere and it came upon us with startling speed”.
On Friday March 15, New Zealand, long considered immune from the international ruckus, suddenly found otherwise.
Leighton and George discuss the questions and repercussions around this horrendous event.
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This week, Leighton Smith admonishes Greenpeace and their absurd demands regarding investment in the NZ Superfund. Also some indirect reaction from Greenpeace co-founder, Patrick Moore.
And a tribute to one of the countries senior scientists who died last week. He was a long-time critic of man-made climate change/ global warming, which he termed a ‘religion’. Michael Jackson, the cause of much discussion regarding his personal life, leads Leighton down a very concerning path that you won’t hear elsewhere.This week Leighton speaks to Addiction Treatment Specialist Ben Cort. Leighton learns much more of Ben’s past and his concerns re legalising marijuana. It is really quite chilling. Don’t miss it.And of course Mrs Producer aka Carolyn joins in with some of this week’s feedback.
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The delight of podcasting is partly the lack of rules. I’m discovering that what we are doing is a ‘work in progress’.
Consequently, there will be some tweaking as we go. And, by the way, some of your suggestions are most helpful.
Commentary today on school kids wagging class on a spurious rationale. A listener email raised an interesting and undoubtedly controversial suggestion.
But the interview this week, well it’s more a conversation I hope you’ll enjoy as much as I did.
Andre Van Heerden has lived the sort of life that makes people interesting. He studied law, was a history teacher, a soldier, a policeman, a refugee and followed all that with a career in advertising.
He is the founder of the corporate leadership program, The Power of Integrity. He has written three books on leadership and follows a number of academic interests. He is my kind of academic.
And of course, Carolyn aka Mrs Producer makes her now usual contribution with some feedback.
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Podcast 5, 27 February 2019
This week a very special guest joins the Leighton Smith Podcast, Jordan Peterson.
Don’t need to tell you that Leighton Smith thinks very highly of him.
“Having now met him I can tell you he is professional, attentive, highly intelligent but not to be feared. Off stage, camera and microphone, he is generous with his time and pleasant to chat with.”
Leighton starts with a comment on the Capital gains tax and associated matters.  
Ditto on ISIS brides, and thoughts on allowing terrorists to return to the country of their choice.
The teaching of economics and global warming also get a look in.
And lots of reaction from you and a few laughs with Carolyn.
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So what does Leighton think about Eden Park, Tourism and its contribution to climate change?
He delivers his verdict in this week’s podcast. Along with his thoughts on Auckland’s Quay Street.


George Friedman Part 2, follows on from last weeks concentration on China, with discussion the U.S.A. and Europe and Brexit. 


Carolyn joins the cast sharing your correspondence. (Word is she’s the best part.)


And be sure to head back next week for Podcast number 5 to hear Leighton’s interview with Jordan Peterson. Out February 27.


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My guest this week is the person most requested by you. He is George Friedman, founder and Chairman of Geopolitical Futures.
Previously, Dr Friedman was a Professor of Political Studies at Dickenson College, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
Author of numerous books, in particular the New York Times best seller ‘The Next Hundred Years’, George discusses likely events in 2019, including China and its weaknesses in particular.
Leighton addresses the latest political poll and why its significance is overrated.
Big Tech and censorship get attention.
And Carolyn, AKA Mrs Producer, due to even greater demand,  joins in with some of your correspondence.
Then just for fun, an anti-Brexit demonstrator demonstrates just how….Well, wait till you hear!
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In podcast number two, Leighton discusses a somewhat sensitive subject, infanticide. Considering the legislation just passed by the state of New York, and changes in the making in New Zealand, abortion once again deserves attention.
On the week of Waitangi Day, issues are raised with regard to large amounts of taxpayer money being poured into questionable Maori issues. 
Then the Trump effect, where a commentator constructs a most interesting theory with regard to the President. The reaction to Trump by Democrats, Never Trumpers, and some Republicans from a different perspective. 
Then a perfect example of why the science is not settled. 
In this podcast edition, Leighton talks with Steven Hargreaves, Principal of Macleans College, Auckland, on the report by Tomorrow’s Schools “independent” task force. For those who were unconcerned about the government’s intentions regarding education, think again. The report, if adopted as recommended, would create yet another layer of bureaucracy. Will New Zealand ever get it right, and get back to basics?  
Then Mrs. Producer (by popular demand) joins the podcast to read some of the myriad of feedback.
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