100 Years of ZB
100 Years of ZB
It was August 9th, 1926 when the 1ZB call sign was first heard on New Zealand radio. For the last 100 years there's been thousands of stories, thousands of moments and thousands of conversations. Join Mike Hosking as he brings you 100 Years of ZB. Throughout the podcast, Mike will bring you the memorable names, the unforgettable sounds and the remarkable history of one of New Zealand's iconic…Social links:
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Episode 7: Mike Hosking and Heather du Plessis-Allan talk the strength of ZB today - and what will make it strong in the future
In the final episode of the 100 Years of ZB Podcast, Mike Hosking sits down for an extended interview with Newstalk ZB's Drive host, Heather du Plessis-Allan. The pair talk about their first impressions of the station and what makes it so strong in the current radio market. They also discuss what…
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Episode 6: The power of talkback on Newstalk ZB
In this episode of the 100 Years of ZB Podcast, Mike Hosking talks through the power of a major part of the station, talkback. You'll hear our listeners share their stories, how it can change lives, how it can make national and international headlines, and how it builds connection between the sta…
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Episode 5: The recent evolution of Newstalk ZB, the big moments and host memories
In this episode of the 100 Years of ZB Podcast, Mike Hosking takes you through some recent big moments from Newstalk ZB. You'll hear Sir Paul Holmes' last Breakfast show, Leighton Smith's final Mornings show and Larry Williams' Drive swansong. Plus, hear audio of Jack Tame and Heather du Plessis…
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Episode 4: How ZB brought you the elation and heartbreak of sport
In this episode of the 100 Years of ZB Podcast, Mike Hosking takes you how Newstalk ZB brought you all the action and emotions from our sporting heroes. It covers the iconic moments from rugby, cricket, the Olympics, rugby league, football, motorsport, netball and many others. Mike takes you th…
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Episode 3: The era defining events, issues and stories that Newstalk ZB covered
In this episode of the 100 Years of ZB Podcast, Mike Hosking takes you through the big events, issues and stories that Newstalk ZB covered from 1987 through to today. It covers times of national tragedy, times of intense national interest and the international events that defined the country and …
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Episode 2: The monumental change to Newstalk 1ZB
In this episode of the 100 Years of ZB Podcast, Mike Hosking examines the change 1ZB made in 1987 to Newstalk 1ZB. The episode explains why the station was at a crossroads. It was faced with falling ratings, falling revenue and a defection from an iconic Breakfast hosts. Mike Hosking will expla…
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Episode 1: The birth of 1ZB
In the first episode of the 100 Years of ZB Podcast, Mike Hosking takes you through the birth of the iconic 1ZB in 1926. The episode takes you through the history of the station from 1926 until the beginning of 1987. You'll hear snippets from the iconic names - like Phil Shone, Aunt Daisy, Selwy…
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It was August 9th, 1926 when the 1ZB call sign was first heard on New Zealand radio. For the last 100 years there's been thousands of stories, thousands of moments and thousands of conversations. Join Mike Hosking as he brings you 100 Years of ZB. Throughout the podcast, Mike will bring you th…
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