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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The Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast: 06 March 2026
On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for fake notes or counterfeit money is a worry for retailers - while it is relatively easy to spot...
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Matt and Tyler's New Zealander of the Week - 6 March
At the end of every week, Matt and Tyler name the New Zealander of the Week. It's an honour that we bestow on your behalf to someone, or something, that's had an...
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The Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast: 05 March 2026
On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 5th of March 2026, changes to the foreign buyers regime come into effect tomorrow - we explored...
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Explained: What do the Government's changes mean for foreign house-buyers?
Wealthy overseas buyers will soon be able to buy themselves a spot in the New Zealand property market - under new terms. The foreign house-buyer rules will change...
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The Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast: 04 March 2026
On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 4th of March 2026, we discuss rules based order - does Helen Clark have a point? A new All...
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Ask The Expert: Gareth Abdinor answers employment-based queries
This week on Ask The Expert, Gareth Abdinor from Abdinor Employment Law joined the Afternoons team to unpack questions. LISTEN ABOVE
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'Sovereignty isn't sacred': Expert pushes back against Helen Clark's criticisms on Iran
The Middle East is being rocked by explosions - and questions are circulating on Iran's governance. The US and Israel have bombed more than 2000 targets in Iran...
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The Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast: 03 March 2026
On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for Tuesday the 3rd of March 2026, have we reached peak poll? It's election year and there's a heap...
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The Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast: 02 March 2026
On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for Monday the 2nd of March 2026 - the US and Israel made big moves on Iran over the weekend and we...
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'Better than never': Founder of Iranian Women in NZ says US strikes will help Iranian people
Over the weekend, Israel and the US launched an all-out missile attack on Iran in an operation that has been dubbed 'Operation Epic Fury.' Iran's Supreme Leader,...
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The Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast: 27 February 2026
On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 27th of February 2026 - a packed show today with an arguement over crime figures, a fave meat...
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Matt and Tyler's New Zealander of the Week - 27 February
At the end of every week, Matt and Tyler name the New Zealander of the Week. It's an honour that we bestow on your behalf to someone, or something, that's had an...
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"Good progress": Police minister on positive results from Crime & Victims survey
The New Zealand government says it's tough on crime policies are working. The latest survey shows 49,000 fewer victims of violent crime in the year up to October,...
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The Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast: 26 February 2026
On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 26th of February 2026, Richard Prebble reckons he has the answer to the crisis surrounding...
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'Significant cost': Hospitality NZ weighs in on declining alcohol consumption stats
New reports show alcohol consumption is at an all-time low, and there's concerns about what this could mean for the hospitality sector. Stats NZ figures show overall...
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The Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast: 25 February 2026
On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 25th of February 2026, we discuss reactions to a proposal from the Reserve Bank that would...
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BAFTAs 2026: Racial slur controversy prompts discussion
There was controversy after the recent BAFTA Awards, after a guest with Tourette's syndrome shouted racial slurs when two black actors went on stage. John Davidson,...
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The Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast: 24 February 2026
On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 24th of February 2026, Chris Hipkins delivered Labour’s State of The Nation address yesterday...
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The Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast: 23 February 2026
On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 23rd or February 2026, we discuss the validity of the Government’s new move-on laws. Then...
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Explained: What is OpenStar looking to achieve in the world of nuclear fusion?
Wellington-based start-up OpenStar is looking to make changes in the world of clean energy, and they've gotten financial support from the Government. They’ve successfully...
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The Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast: 20 February 2026
On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 20th of February 2026 - We talked the 'Andrew' situation and the abilty for the Monarchy to...
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"It's beautiful down here": Scott Base Winter Leader highlights the benefits Antarctic living
About 40 jobs are on offer for those willing to brave sub-zero temperatures and work in one of the most remote places on earth. Antarctica New Zealand has launched...
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Matt and Tyler's New Zealander of the Week - 20 February
At the end of every week, Matt and Tyler name the New Zealander of the Week. It's an honour that we bestow on your behalf to someone, or something, that's had an...
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The Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast: 19 February 2026
On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 19th of February 2026, the Government has abandoned plans for a referendum on a 4 year parliamentary...
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Frustrations raised after thieves keep robbing honesty boxes
The honesty box - a small stall where Kiwi farmers can sell their produce - has been a road trip tradition, but there's been an uptick in thieves. Farmers and residents...
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'Governments need to prioritise': Paul Goldsmith explains why four year terms were put on hold
The Government has ditched the idea of a referendum on a four year electoral term this election. Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith says a bill has been taken to select...
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The Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast: 18 February 2026
On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 18th of February 2026, New Zealand First's Shane Jones wants tough sentences for owners of...
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'Out of date': SPCA expert calls for law reform following Northland dog attack
There's calls from experts, concerned citizens and politicians alike over whether animal control has enough powers and resources to lock animals up. A woman was...
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NZ First's Shane Jones calls for 'penalties' following Northland dog attack
There's growing calls for additional regulations around feral dogs - and a recent attack has sparked renewed debate. A woman was killed in Northland's Kaihu yesterday...
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The Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast: 17 February 2026
On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 17th of February 2026, we discuss AI shopping where the technology selects the goods, pays...
