Coherent

Melanie Nelson
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Coherent

 Melanie Nelson hosts in-depth interviews unpacking the political issues shaping Aotearoa New Zealand today. Join us as we explore the sweeping reforms transforming our society, affecting areas like the environment, Indigenous rights, and social cohesion. Our conversations provide clarity, context and hope in uncertain times. 

Episodes

  1. JAN 1

    #3: Melanie Nelson - Libertarianism in legislation: Unpacking the Regulatory Standards Bill

    In this episode, the tables are turned. Thanks to Bryan Bruce Investigates for initiating and sharing this podcast episode where he interviews Melanie Nelson, the host of the Coherent podcast and the Weaving our Worlds podcast.In this episode of Head to Head, Bryan Bruce interviews Melanie Nelson, a writer, researcher, translator and consultant specialising in the application of te Tiriti to environmental and conservation issues. Together, they delve into the Regulatory Standards Bill, a prop...

    26 min

  2. 12/20/2024

    The “Everything Bill”: Jonathan Boston on Why New Zealand’s Regulatory Standards Bill Matters

    The proposed Regulatory Standards Bill may seem like dry policy, but its implications could reshape how New Zealand governs itself. In this episode of Coherent, Jonathan Boston, ONZM, Emeritus Professor of Public Policy at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington, unpacks the sweeping impact this legislation could have on government services, environmental protections, and the very structure of our democracy.We explore the bill’s philosophical roots in market-liberal ideology, its po...

    48 min

  3. 12/19/2024

    A Legal Straitjacket: Jane Kelsey on Neoliberalism and the Regulatory Standards Bill

    In this compelling episode, Melanie Nelson interviews Jane Kelsey, a leading critic of New Zealand's neoliberal reforms and an expert in global economic governance. They explore the far-reaching implications of the proposed Regulatory Standards Bill—a piece of legislation that threatens to reshape New Zealand’s democratic processes, environmental protections, and social safeguards.Jane traces the bill’s libertarian roots, linking it to decades of neoliberal policy-making in New Zealand, inclu...

    1h 4m

  4. 12/10/2024

    Introducing Coherent with Melanie Nelson

    ResourcesYou can follow my work on Substack, where both paid and free subscription options are available. Your support, if you’re able, is greatly appreciated.

    29 sec
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 Melanie Nelson hosts in-depth interviews unpacking the political issues shaping Aotearoa New Zealand today. Join us as we explore the sweeping reforms transforming our society, affecting areas like the environment, Indigenous rights, and social cohesion. Our conversations provide clarity, context and hope in uncertain times. 

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  • Creator
    Melanie Nelson
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    4
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Coherent

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