Air New Zealand’s debuting 'world-first' sleeping pods on ultra long-haul flights in November.

Economy Skynests will be installed on six revamped Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, and open for Economy and Premium Economy passenger bookings next month.

The six pods are laid out bunk bed-style between the two cabins, furnished with mattresses, bedding, ventilation and privacy curtains.

Aviation commentator Irene King joined the Afternoons team to discuss further.

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Air New Zealand’s debuting 'world-first' sleeping pods on ultra long-haul flights in November.
Economy Skynests will be installed on six revamped Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, and open for Economy and Premium Economy passenger bookings next month.
The six pods are laid out bunk bed-style between the two cabins, furnished with mattresses, bedding, ventilation and privacy curtains.
Aviation commentator Irene King joined the Afternoons team to discuss further.
LISTEN ABOVE

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With years of media and broadcast experience between them, this team brings a fresh and unique perspective to your weekdays.

Matt and Tyler dive into the latest news stories, share their opinions, and engage with their listeners weekdays on Newstalk ZB.

We’re bringing you an exciting new era on Newstalk ZB with Matt Heath &amp; Tyler Adams Afternoons.
With years of media and broadcast experience between them, this team brings a fresh and unique perspective to your weekdays.
Matt and Tyler dive into the latest news stories, share their opinions, and engage with their listeners weekdays on Newstalk ZB.

Matt Heath and Tyler Adams dive into the latest news stories, share their opinions, and engage with their listeners weekdays on Newstalk ZB.

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Irene King: aviation commentator on Air New Zealand launching 'world-first' economy bunks for long-haul flights

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On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 15th of April, how come people can still smuggle stuff into prisons?

Then, tips and tricks for jobseekers on securing a job with employment expert Emma McLean  

And to finish - Air NZ is launching world-first economy bunks on ultra long-haul flights

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On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 15th of April, how come people can still smuggle stuff into prisons?
Then, tips and tricks for jobseekers on securing a job with employment expert Emma McLean &nbsp;
And to finish - Air NZ is launching world-first economy bunks on ultra long-haul flights
Get the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Podcast every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.
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Full Show Podcast: 15 April 2026 

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It's tougher than ever for jobseekers to find work, and one expert has revealed how people can get ahead in the current market.

Employment expert Emma McLean has revealed that doom-scrolling job apps isn't the solution, and that networking is important to find opportunities.

She joined the Afternoons team to explain further.

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It's tougher than ever for jobseekers to find work, and one expert has revealed how people can get ahead in the current market.
Employment expert Emma McLean has revealed that doom-scrolling job apps isn't the solution, and that networking is important to find opportunities.
She joined the Afternoons team to explain further.
LISTEN ABOVE

Emma McLean: employment expert on how Kiwis can handle 'broken' job market

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On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 14th of April, as we live through the current global oil crisis Matt and Tyler proposed that energy security should surely be our number one priority.

Then, would you like to live forever if you could?

And to finish, males commonly lose friends as they get older just when they need them most, tips and tricks from listeners on how to fix this common problem.

Get the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Podcast every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.

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On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 14th of April, as we live through the current global oil crisis Matt and Tyler proposed that energy security should surely be our number one priority.
Then, would you like to live forever if you could?
And to finish, males commonly lose friends as they get older just when they need them most, tips and tricks from listeners on how to fix this common problem.
Get the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Podcast every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.
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Full Show Podcast: 14 April 2026 

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Irene King: aviation commentator on Air New Zealand launching 'world-first' economy bunks for long-haul flights

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