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The Leighton Smith Podcast

The Leighton Smith Podcast

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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!2026 Newstalk ZB
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  • Leighton Smith Podcast - Best Of: Dr Robert Clancy - January 28th 2026
    Jan 27 2026

    Leighton is on summer break, so we are highlighting some of his favourite guests from 2025.

    Emeritus Professor Robert Clancy is a leading Australian immunologist and pioneer in the field of mucosal immunology.

    He is known for his research and development of therapies for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, commonly known as emphysema.

    “Covid through our eyes”, edited by Robert Clancy, explains how Australian governments and health systems complied with instructions from the USA, to enrich multi-national drug companies.

    “Immunologists, pharmacists, doctors and other professionals expose harm and loss caused by a seriously misguided response”.

    Clancy doesn’t pull his punches — he’s articulate, honest and even entertaining. There is much to learn from his commentary, both past and future.

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

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    1 h et 12 min
  • Leighton Smith Podcast - Best Of: John Alcock - January 21st 2026
    Jan 20 2026

    Leighton is on summer break, so we are highlighting some of his favourite guests from 2025.

    John Alcock updates us on Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDC’s) after the groundwork he laid down eighteen months ago on this podcast.

    Within the last couple of weeks, two of the biggest NZ Banks have implemented mandatory behavioural and device-level surveillance as a condition of online and mobile banking.

    The customer cannot opt out.

    They justify it as fraud prevention but go far beyond what is proportionate.

    And this is only the beginning.

    We discuss where to after this, and much more.

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

    Haven't listened to a podcast before? Check out our simple how-to guide.

    Listen here on iHeartRadio

    Leighton Smith's podcast also available on iTunes:
    To subscribe via iTunes click here

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    1 h et 1 min
  • Leighton Smith Podcast - Best Of: Ramesh Thakur - January 14th 2026
    Jan 13 2026

    Leighton is on summer break, so we are highlighting some of his favourite guests from 2025.

    Ramesh Thakur has a world of history, literally, in international affairs.

    He has taught at a number of Universities including Otago and the ANU, Canberra.

    But his time spent at the United Nations, culminating as an Assistant Secretary General, provides a wealth of knowledge.

    That makes his comments on Iran, Israel, and Donald Trump a must listen.

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

    Haven't listened to a podcast before? Check out our simple how-to guide.

    Listen here on iHeartRadio

    Leighton Smith's podcast also available on iTunes:
    To subscribe via iTunes click here

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    1 h et 8 min
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