30 with Guyon Espiner

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Guyon Espiner talks in-depth to some of the most interesting and influential people in our world. One guest, no edits.

  1. 30 Jun

    David Stilwell

    "We only criticise what the US does." Former US Assistant Secretary of State David Stilwell defends America's actions in Iran, discusses New Zealand's anti-nuclear stance, and explains what Washington now expects from allies like New Zealand. Watch the video version of the episode here Season 5 Episode 6 Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

  2. 23 Jun

    Karen Hao

    Are we witnessing the greatest technological breakthrough of our time or the greatest sales pitch? Karen Hao argues AI has been oversold, its limits downplayed and its hidden costs ignored. Watch the video version of the episode here Season 5 Episode 5 Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

  3. 16 Jun

    Peter Greste

    From prison cell to press freedom advocate, Peter Greste talks to Guyon about free speech and cancel culture. Plus, his warning about what happens when political leaders turn the public against the press. Watch the video version of the episode here Season 5 Episode 4 Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

  4. 9 Jun

    Qiulae Wong

    "He's a handbrake." Opportunity party leader, Qiulae Wong, on Winston Peter's political power. Plus their vision for NZ: From a radical tax overhaul to a reset of Superannuation and Social Welfare. Watch the video version of the episode here Season 5 Episode 3 For 30 years, Winston Peters has held the balance of power in New Zealand politics, helping decide who governs and shaping coalition deals from both the left and the right. Now, new leader Qiulae Wong says it's time for a different kind of kingmaker. As Opportunity Party surges in the polls, Guyon talks to leader, Qiulae Wong, about her Party's plans for NZ: From a radical tax overhaul to a reset of Superannuation and Social Welfare. In this episode of 30 with Guyon Espiner, Wong discusses power, influence, lobbying and political transparency, and explains their vision for a citizens' income, compulsory KiwiSaver, free public transport and a new approach to long-term policy. Can Opportunity Party finally break into Parliament and if it does, what would it demand in exchange for support? Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

  5. 2 Jun

    Johan Rockström

    The climate catastrophe once dismissed as science fiction. Leading climate scientist, Johan Rockström, on the tipping points that would plunge Europe into an ice age while catapulting the southern hemisphere into an endless heatwave. Watch the video version of the episode here Season 5 Episode 2 Could climate change trigger an ice age in Europe? On this episode of 30, world-leading climate scientist Johan Rockström explains the growing fears around the collapse of the AMOC, the Atlantic ocean circulation system, that helps regulate the planet’s climate. Rockström warns the world has now breached seven of nine planetary boundaries, and says we are approaching dangerous tipping points that could reshape life on Earth. 30 with Guyon Espiner: long-form conversations with the world’s leading thinkers, scientists and changemakers. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

  6. 26 May

    Dame Therese Walsh

    Dame Therese Walsh sits at the centre of some of New Zealand’s biggest business decisions chairing ASB Bank and Air NZ . In this episode she confronts the rise of AI and admits “there will be job displacement” as automation transforms banking, business and the public sector. Watch the video version of the episode here Season 5 Episode 1 Dame Therese Walsh sits at the centre of some of New Zealand’s biggest decisions chairing ASB Bank and Air New Zealand while advising on climate and economic policy. In this episode of 30 with Guyon Espiner, she confronts the rise of AI and admits “there will be job displacement” as automation transforms banking, business and the public sector. She also faces tough questions over Air New Zealand’s climate commitments, sustainable aviation fuel, inequality, homelessness, and whether Wellington is losing its mojo. A wide-ranging conversation about power, technology, climate change and the future of New Zealand. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

  7. 09/12/2025

    Don McGlashan

    A revealing conversation with one of our great songwriters. He opens up about the heartbreaking loss behind his song Andy . Plus his one regret about the night he told a minister to “shut up” at the Music Awards. Watch the video version of the episode here Season 4 Episode 6 Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

  8. 02/12/2025

    Anne Applebaum

    "Ruled by thieves." From Putin to Trump, the global web of dictators stealing vast wealth and laundering it through the West is on the march. Watch the video version of the episode here Season 4 Episode 5 Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

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Guyon Espiner talks in-depth to some of the most interesting and influential people in our world. One guest, no edits.

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    RNZ News
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  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    47
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