Interviewing Stephen Rowe exceeded expectations.

He shines as an example of achievement, success and self belief.

If you’re looking for someone to model your life on, he’s the ideal candidate.

After graduating in 2015, Stephen joined Charlie Kirk’s newly founded Turning Point USA. From there, like a rocket he advanced to one success after another.

He has trained more than 24,000 students and leaders in digital strategy and political technology.

Artificial intelligence is a specialty. There is so much more in this interview.

And we finish up in The Mailroom with Mrs Producer.

File your comments and complaints at Leighton@newstalkzb.co.nz

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Interviewing Stephen Rowe exceeded expectations.
He shines as an example of achievement, success and self belief.
If you’re looking for someone to model your life on, he’s the ideal candidate.
After graduating in 2015, Stephen joined Charlie Kirk’s newly founded Turning Point USA. From there, like a rocket he advanced to one success after another.
He has trained more than 24,000 students and leaders in digital strategy and political technology.
Artificial intelligence is a specialty. There is so much more in this interview.
And we finish up in The Mailroom with Mrs Producer.
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After 33 years behind the Newstalk ZB microphone, Leighton can’t give it up completely. There were so many requests to continue his opinionated commentary that the prospect of podcasting was born. So, without restriction, Leighton continues to serve up on everything you want to hear about and some things you don’t. Stand by to be enlightened, educated and enraged!

After 33 years behind the Newstalk ZB microphone, Leighton can’t give it up completely. There were so many requests to continue his opinionated commentary that the prospect of podcasting was born.

The Leighton Smith Podcast

Leighton Smith Podcast #310 - November 12th 2025 - Stephen Rowe

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