Matt Heath & Tyler Adams Afternoons
12pm-4pm Weekdays
Matt Heath & Tyler Adams Afternoons
12pm-4pm Monday to Friday
We’re bringing you an exciting new era on Newstalk ZB with Matt Heath & Tyler Adams Afternoons.
With years of media and broadcast experience between them, this team is set to bring 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.
Listen weekdays from midday on Newstalk ZB.
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Trump tariffs: What could the new changes mean for NZ?
President Donald Trump today announced sweeping tariffs on more than 125 countries, including 10 percent on imports coming from New Zealand. One expert is warning...
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The Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast: 02 April 2025
On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 2nd of April - a Napier accommodation provider is turning away American guests as a way to...
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Ask The Expert: Employment lawyer unpacks the nuances of sick leave
Gareth Abdinor is an employment, workplace and information expert - and Director of Abdinor Employment Law. He joined the Afternoons team to answer questions and...
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Cookie Bear tributes: Griffin's set to retire mascot
An end of an era for Griffin's Cookie Bear - as the brand gets rid of the mascot after 57 years. The company plans to refresh the packaging to make it 'clearer and...
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The Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast: 1 April 2025
On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 1st of April, the Government won't be putting in the cash for the America’s Cup, so we spoke...
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Have we reached peak tobacco tax?
There's ongoing debate about the effectiveness of higher tobacco taxes as demand for illicit product grows. One caller joined the Afternoons team to recount his...
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'Disappointed - but not surprised': Expert responds to Auckland being unable to host the America's Cup
The next America's Cup will not be held in Auckland. Auckland Council's events arm, Auckland Unlimited, has confirmed the city is unable to proceed with its bid...
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The Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast: 31 March 2025
On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 31st of March - a survey of Kiwis has found 32 percent like the idea of an authoritarian leader...
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The Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast: 28 March 2025
Listen to the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for Friday 28 March. Get the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast every...
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Matt and Tyler's New Zealander of the Week - 28th March
Every Friday on Matt and Tyler afternoons on ZB we name the New Zealander of the week. It's an honour that we grant on your behalf to someone who has had effect...
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The Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast: 27 March 2025
On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 27th of March- road workers abused, parking wardens trialling bodycams, why are we so angry? Then,...
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What makes a good gastropub? Hospitality NZ head weighs in
The 2025 Estrella Damm Top 50 New Zealand Gastropubs Awards took place last night - with the nation's top spots being celebrated by Kiwi fans. Southland's The Fat...
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Southland spot named NZ's best Gastropub
A popular Southland hotspot has been named Supreme Champion at the 2025 Estrella Damm Top 50 New Zealand Gastropubs Awards last night. Te Anau's The Fat Duck has...
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Ask The Expert: Matt the mechanic answers car repair questions
As part of this week's Ask The Expert, mechanic Matt Bullen joined the Afternoons team to answer questions about cars and mechanical issues. Matt's been in the automotive...
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The Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast: 26 March 2025
On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 26th of March Winston Peters talks about taking personal responsibility for your health -...
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The Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast: 25 March 2025
On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 25th of March - Bleisure trips or Wolidays, blend the words however you like, but mixing business...
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Festival cancellations prompt calls for changing ticketing rules
Companies connected to the cancelled Juicy Fest and Timeless Summer Tour music festivals owe creditors more than $2.4 million. Festivals were scheduled in cities...
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The Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast: 24 March 2025
On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for Monday the 24th of March - we seemed to fall out of love with EVs, but is the tide turning back...
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The Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast: 21 March 2025
Listen to the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for Friday 21 March. Get the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast every...
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New Zealander of the Week: 21 March
Every Friday on Matt and Tyler afternoons on ZB we name the New Zealander of the week. It's an honour that we grant on your behalf to someone who has had effect...
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The Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast: 20 March 2025
On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 20th of March, happiness: we are out of recession, GDP rose higher than economists expected,...
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“I really thought I was gonna die": Rolleston couple recounts escape from wayward car
A Canterbury couple believe it's a pure miracle they walked away without serious injury after a car smashed into their bedroom as they slept. Emergency services...
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The Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast: 19 March 2025
On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 19th of March - Rich baby boomers are being urged to leave something behind for charity. Then,...
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Ask The Expert: Mark Vette explains animal behaviour, takes questions
Today on Ask The Expert, animal behaviourist Mark Vette joined the Afternoons team to answer questions from pet owners - and reveal how they can keep their animals...
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The Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast: 18 March 2025
On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 18th of March - Some good conversation around a Wellington cafe that is offering coffee subscriptions....
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Wellington café hopeful subscription service will help in tough economic climate
A new Wellington café is hoping a subscription-based coffee offer will help boost the company in a tough economic environment. For $70 a month, customers can have...
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The Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast: 17 March 2025
On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for Monday the 17th of March - St Patricks Day - a great chat about the things children need to learn...
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Liam Dann: What are Public Private Partnerships - PPPs?
Liam Dann joined Matt Heath and Tyler Adams to explain how public private partnerships work.
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The Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast: 14 March 2025
On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for some good chat on Public Private Partnerships and getting the big projects done. NZ Herald Business...
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Matt and Tyler's New Zealander of the Week - 14th March
Every Friday on Matt afternoons something or something is awarded New Zealander of the Week. This week we have Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, the New Zealand...
