Top stations Podcasts Live sports Near you Genres Topics

Podcasts BusinessThe NBR Podcast

Listen to this podcast in the app for free:

radio.net

Sleep timer

Save favourites

Download for free in the App Store

The NBR Podcast

NBR - National Business Review

Business News

Latest episode

191 episodes

Supercritical Energy – Shane Jones & Dr Lara Greaves
30/03/2026 | 19 mins.
Energy security is back in focus as global conflict drives fuel volatility and power prices higher. Could the answer lie beneath our feet?
In this episode, we explore New Zealand’s geothermal potential — from doubling output by 2040 to the high-risk push into supercritical energy that could transform the grid. With insights from Energy Minister Shane Jones and leading scientists, we examine whether geothermal could deliver reliable, affordable, and sustainable power for the future.

Links to audio clips used here
Jet Fuel Crisis: Headache for Air NZ
23/03/2026 | 20 mins.
In this episode of The NBR Podcast with Simon Shepherd, we investigate how surging jet fuel prices are clipping Air NZ's wings to cut services and raise fares; and what that means for Kiwi travellers.

We look at the real cost of NZ's jet fuel dependency, why supply shocks hit us harder than most, and the Marsden Point project aiming to change that, with a sustainable aviation fuel twist that could reshape New Zealand's energy future.

Links to audio clips used here.
Is AI the future of banking?
16/03/2026 | 17 mins.
Is banking about to have its Netflix moment?
In this episode of The NBR Podcast with Simon Shepherd: We take a dive into the AI revolution focusing on the global banking industry. We're talking AI agents that could one day manage financials, budgeting, investing, lending decisions... all without a human in the loop.

Links to audio clips used here.
2026 Election: The Battle for Auckland
09/03/2026 | 14 mins.
In this episode of The NBR Podcast with Simon Shepherd: The red tide of 2020 was washed away by a blue suburban wave in 2023 as Auckland voters deserted Labour for National. Now the battle for our biggest city is on again, with both major parties choosing to deliver their State of the nation speeches in Auckland. This episode focuses on the flipped seats, what business wants, and how the mayor just doesn't care who gets in.
Growing Swiss-Belhotel: global hotelier on success in hospitality and tourism
02/03/2026 | 18 mins.
Gavin Faull, Swiss-Belhotel chairman, has successively built a global hospitality and tourism chain with 165 hotels across 20 countries.
From humble NZ farm beginnings, Faull shares his journey on success in international hotel management, overcoming challenges and leading Swiss-Belhotel to reach an ambitious 530 hotels by the year 2035.
Links to audio clips used here.

More Business podcasts

About The NBR Podcast

Each episode explores issues impacting business & the New Zealand economy. Listen to in-depth interviews with NZ CEOs. NBR (National Business Review) publishes NZ's leading business and finance podcasts, artificial intelligence, covering market shifts, investment, economics, and corporate leadership. Episodes feature analysis of New Zealand companies, global markets, government policy, and entrepreneurship. The NBR Podcast with Simon Shepherd: in-depth interviews with business leaders. Learn more on NBR.co.nz

Podcast website

Business News