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Politics in Full Sentences: ACT New Zealand
Every week, Politics in Full Sentences: ACT New Zealand breaks down the political noise into clear, substantive discussion. This isn't about soundbites; it's about exploring the principles of free markets and individual liberty that drive policy thinking. Host Ruwan Premathilaka guides conversations that first make sense of the week's events in parliament and the media, then pivot to a forward-looking proposal aimed at tangible change. You'll regularly hear directly from ACT Leader David Seymour and Deputy Leader Beth Houlbrooke, who delve into the details behind their party's positions. The dialogue is built for anyone interested in the intersection of political philosophy and real-world application, fitting naturally into both Business and Education streams of thought. By dedicating time to a single "big idea" in each episode, this podcast provides depth on solutions rather than just critiquing problems. It’s a weekly audio space for those who believe political discourse can be both principled and practical, offering listeners a structured yet engaging way to understand the currents shaping New Zealand's future. The production is authorised by D Smith of Newmarket.
Episodes
Fonterra’s dismal performance and better public policy
David, Ruwan and former Finance Minister Ruth Richardson discuss Fonterra’s recent performance and how we get better public policy in New Zealand.
Jacinda Ardern lectures other countries, Labour goes soft on criminals, ACT launches Firearm policy
Jacinda Ardern lectures our friends overseas while the domestic economy is in trouble. The Justice Minister calls ACT’s three strikes law “fascism” and might give prisoners the right to vote? Meanwhile ACT launches a new…
The Reserve Bank’s interest rate cut.
Ruwan, David and Dr Don Brash discuss yesterday’s decision by the Reserve Bank to cut interest rates.
The future of educational freedom in New Zealand.
This week, Ruwan, Beth and Villa Education Trust’s Alwyn Poole discuss ACT’s Partnership Schools and Student Education Accounts and the Government’s plan to take control away from community-run schools.
Jacinda Ardern's "Wellbeing" philosophy and the Resource Management Act.
Ruwan, David and Chris Simpson from the Waikato Chamber of Commerce discuss Jacinda Ardern's philosophy of "Wellbeing", her focus on trendy issues rather than working New Zealanders, and the Resource Management Act.
The Government’s gun ‘buyback’ and ACT’s alternative.
ACT Leader David Seymour and Kiwi Gun Blog’s Mike Loder discuss the gun ‘buyback’, what the Government is planning next, and ACT’s firearms policy.
Free speech, a new car tax, and the gun buyback
Ruwan, Beth, and ACT’s third-ranked candidate at the 2017 election Brooke van Velden discuss free speech, the Government’s brand new car tax, and continuing concerns about Police’s ability to carry out the gun buyback.
The plastic bag ban and taxpayer handouts for Amazon
Episode 4 of Politics in Full Sentences takes a closer look at the Government’s ban on single-use plastic bags and the hundreds of millions of dollars taxpayers could be giving to Amazon.
End of Life Choice, Israel Folau, free speech and the gun buyback
The third episode of ACT’s weekly podcast, Politics in Full Sentences, focuses on the End of Life Choice Bill, Israel Folau saga, free speech and the Government’s gun buyback shambles.
