# New Zealand on The No Agenda Show New Zealand comes up in 145 chapters across 133 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from February 2008 to August 2026. - **Chapters:** 145 - **Episodes:** 133 - **Discussed:** February 2008 – August 2026 - **Related topics:** [Australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [Jacinda Ardern](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jacinda-ardern.md), [Christchurch](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/christchurch.md), [Donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [Auckland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/auckland.md), [Covid-19](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/covid-19.md), [Lockdown](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lockdown.md), [Earthquake](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/earthquake.md), [Netherlands](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netherlands.md), [Canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada.md) ## Chapters 1–20 of 145 ### Pharmaceutical Advertising and Medical Professionalism - **Episode:** [1892: Kill Switch](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1892-kill-switch.md) - **Published:** 2026-08-06 - **Time:** 17:01–19:26 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1892-kill-switch/chapter/pharmaceutical-advertising-and-medical-professionalism.md The deep state and the pharmaceutical industry are described as an unbreakable alliance that influences federal policy. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. previously pledged to ban television advertising for pharmaceuticals, a practice currently legal only in the United States and New Zealand. The hosts argue these advertisements undermine the relationship between doctors and patients. Keywords: [big pharma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/big-pharma.md), [robert f. kennedy jr.](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robert-f-kennedy-jr.md), [pharmaceutical ads](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pharmaceutical-ads.md), [new zealand](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-zealand.md), [ozempic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ozempic.md), [side effects](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/side-effects.md) ### Final Donor Acknowledgments, New Zealand and Australia - **Episode:** [1850: Error Bars](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1850-error-bars.md) - **Published:** 2026-03-12 - **Time:** 2:58:41–3:01:42 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1850-error-bars/chapter/final-donor-acknowledgments-new-zealand-and-australia.md The final round of donations includes supporters from Switzerland, New Zealand, and Australia. Listeners express their appreciation for the show's perspective and offer prayers for John C. Dvorak's speedy recovery from his recent heart procedure. Keywords: [switzerland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/switzerland.md), [new zealand](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-zealand.md), [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), speedy recovery, [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md) ### Project Seal, Tsunami Bomb Tests, New Zealand - **Episode:** [1844: Second Half of Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1844-second-half-of-show.md) - **Published:** 2026-02-19 - **Time:** 43:41–45:22 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1844-second-half-of-show/chapter/project-seal-tsunami-bomb-tests-new-zealand.md Filmmaker Ray Waru uncovered secret documents detailing Project Seal, a joint U.S. and New Zealand operation in the 1940s to develop a "tsunami bomb." The project involved nearly 4,000 test explosions off the coast of Auckland intended to create artificial tidal waves to inundate coastal cities before the project was shelved in 1945. Keywords: [project seal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/project-seal.md), [tsunami bomb](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tsunami-bomb.md), [new zealand](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-zealand.md), ray waru, [world war ii](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-war-ii.md) ### Manuka Honey, John's Tip of the Day - **Episode:** [1833: Spicy Mode](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1833-spicy-mode.md) - **Published:** 2026-01-11 - **Time:** 2:53:41–2:58:58 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1833-spicy-mode/chapter/manuka-honey-john-s-tip-of-the-day.md John's "Tip of the Day" focused on the medicinal properties of Manuka honey from New Zealand, which contains high levels of MGO for antibacterial use. The honey is noted for its effectiveness in healing deep wounds and infections, as demonstrated by a successful treatment of a pet's injury. Keywords: [manuka honey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/manuka-honey.md), [new zealand](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-zealand.md), antibacterial, wound healing, mgo ### Executive Producer Credits, Australian Lamb Tips - **Episode:** [1822: Kohanna](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1822-kohanna.md) - **Published:** 2025-12-04 - **Time:** 2:23:55–2:33:06 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1822-kohanna/chapter/executive-producer-credits-australian-lamb-tips.md Executive and Associate Executive Producers are thanked for their financial support, including a $300 donation from Baroness Kelly. A cooking tip suggests that Australian "spring lamb" is best purchased in November due to the seasonal flip in the southern hemisphere. Christopher Graves promotes Little John's Candies, offering a discount code for listeners. Keywords: rick gervais, [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [lamb](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lamb.md), [new zealand](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-zealand.md), [little john's candies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/little-john-s-candies.md) ### Producer Credits and Birthday Commemorations - **Episode:** [1719: Pod Roll](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1719-pod-roll.md) - **Published:** 2024-12-08 - **Time:** 2:48:07–2:53:55 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1719-pod-roll/chapter/producer-credits-and-birthday-commemorations.md Producers from Australia, New Zealand, and across the U.S. are recognized for their financial contributions. The segment includes birthday wishes for long-time listeners and a "de-douching" ceremony for those returning to the "Value for Value" fold. Keywords: [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [new zealand](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-zealand.md), [birthdays](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthdays.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [community](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/community.md) ### China Blames Frozen Food for COVID-19 Outbreaks - **Episode:** [1365: Vaccine Poverty](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1365-vaccine-poverty.md) - **Published:** 2024-09-30 - **Time:** 1:03:17–1:05:08 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1365-vaccine-poverty/chapter/china-blames-frozen-food-for-covid-19-outbreaks.md China has revived the theory that COVID-19 outbreaks are linked to imported frozen food, a claim previously used to explain cases in New Zealand. This comes as WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus acknowledged that the lab leak theory was dismissed prematurely. The hosts mock the "frozen food" narrative as a recurring propaganda tactic to deflect from the Wuhan Institute of Virology. Keywords: [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [new zealand](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-zealand.md), frozen food, [lab leak theory](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lab-leak-theory.md), [tedros adhanom ghebreyesus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tedros-adhanom-ghebreyesus.md) ### Australian Whale Strandings and HAARP Earthquake Prediction - **Episode:** [1648: Red Book Special](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1648-red-book-special.md) - **Published:** 2024-04-04 - **Time:** 26:16–28:02 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1648-red-book-special/chapter/australian-whale-strandings-and-haarp-earthquake-prediction.md Following the stranding of 20 whales in Tasmania, a prediction is entered into the Red Book for a major earthquake in Australia within two weeks. The hosts attribute the whale deaths to low-frequency HAARP transmissions, citing a similar pattern that occurred before the New Zealand earthquake. Keywords: [tasmania](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tasmania.md), [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [whales](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/whales.md), [haarp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/haarp.md), [earthquake](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/earthquake.md), [new zealand](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-zealand.md) ### Tsunami Bombs and Earthquake Machinery Claims - **Episode:** [1648: Red Book Special](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1648-red-book-special.md) - **Published:** 2024-04-04 - **Time:** 1:53:41–1:58:55 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1648-red-book-special/chapter/tsunami-bombs-and-earthquake-machinery-claims.md The hosts discuss "earthquake machines" and "tsunami bombs," citing 1940s tests in New Zealand known as Project Seal. They suggest the Fukushima disaster was a man-made event designed to discredit nuclear energy and force a global shift toward liquid natural gas. Keywords: [fukushima](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fukushima.md), [tsunami bomb](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tsunami-bomb.md), [project seal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/project-seal.md), [new zealand](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-zealand.md), [william cohen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/william-cohen.md), [nuclear energy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nuclear-energy.md) ### Airline Passenger Weighing Surveys, Finnair Safety Protocols - **Episode:** [1633: Noise Machine](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1633-noise-machine.md) - **Published:** 2024-02-11 - **Time:** 1:48:43–1:51:01 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1633-noise-machine/chapter/airline-passenger-weighing-surveys-finnair-safety-protocols.md Finnair and Air New Zealand have implemented voluntary programs to weigh passengers and their carry-on luggage. The airlines state the data is essential for calculating aircraft weight and balance to ensure flight safety, as average population weights change over time. Keywords: finnair, air new zealand, aircraft balance, [aviation safety](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aviation-safety.md), passenger weight ### CNN Report on Americans Leaving the Country - **Episode:** [1629: Sunflower Kids](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1629-sunflower-kids.md) - **Published:** 2024-01-28 - **Time:** 2:03:33–2:06:27 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1629-sunflower-kids/chapter/cnn-report-on-americans-leaving-the-country.md A CNN report claimed that the new "American Dream" for many citizens is to leave the United States. This trend is being observed with interest by international media, particularly in China, as younger generations express dissatisfaction with domestic life. However, the practicalities of emigrating to countries like Australia or New Zealand often require significant financial assets that many young critics lack. Keywords: [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [american dream](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/american-dream.md), [emigration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/emigration.md), [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [new zealand](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-zealand.md) ### New Zealand Vaccine Data, Whistleblower Controversy - **Episode:** [1613: Fossil Fools](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1613-fossil-fools.md) - **Published:** 2023-12-03 - **Time:** 57:34–1:00:29 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1613-fossil-fools/chapter/new-zealand-vaccine-data-whistleblower-controversy.md A New Zealand database administrator claims to have found discrepancies in death records following COVID-19 vaccinations. While some analysts like Igor Chudov express skepticism about the data's consistency, the story gains traction in alternative media circles. Keywords: [new zealand](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-zealand.md), vaccine data, [whistleblower](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/whistleblower.md), barry young, [excess deaths](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/excess-deaths.md) ### Steve Kirsch, MIT Vaccine Data Speech - **Episode:** [1613: Fossil Fools](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1613-fossil-fools.md) - **Published:** 2023-12-03 - **Time:** 1:00:30–1:04:14 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1613-fossil-fools/chapter/steve-kirsch-mit-vaccine-data-speech.md Tech entrepreneur Steve Kirsch discusses a massive data dump from New Zealand at an MIT auditorium. Kirsch claims the data proves the vaccines have caused significant mortality worldwide, estimating one death per thousand doses administered. Keywords: [steve kirsch](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steve-kirsch.md), [mit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mit.md), new zealand data, [excess deaths](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/excess-deaths.md), wasabi server ### Pharmaceutical Advertising, Swag Bags, Media Corruption - **Episode:** [1593: Beast Train](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1593-beast-train.md) - **Published:** 2023-09-24 - **Time:** 1:10:53–1:15:52 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1593-beast-train/chapter/pharmaceutical-advertising-swag-bags-media-corruption.md The prevalence of pharmaceutical advertising on American television is identified as a primary driver of media bias. The U.S. and New Zealand are noted as the only countries allowing direct-to-consumer drug ads. The enthusiasm of TV medical contributors is compared to a "fee schedule" for scripted reactions, potentially rewarded with industry perks or "swag bags." Keywords: [pharmaceutical industry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pharmaceutical-industry.md), [direct-to-consumer advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/direct-to-consumer-advertising.md), [jerry springer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jerry-springer.md), swag bags, [new zealand](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-zealand.md) ### Chris Hipkins, New Zealand Vaccine Mandate Denial - **Episode:** [1589: Valudation](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1589-valudation.md) - **Published:** 2023-09-10 - **Time:** 1:41:04–1:44:25 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1589-valudation/chapter/chris-hipkins-new-zealand-vaccine-mandate-denial.md New Zealand Prime Minister Chris Hipkins faced criticism for claiming that citizens "made their own choices" regarding COVID-19 vaccinations, despite his previous administration's strict mandates. A supercut of his past statements shows him announcing compulsory vaccinations for health, education, and disability workers. The discrepancy between his current rhetoric and past policy has sparked outrage among critics of the mandates. Keywords: chris hipkins, [new zealand](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-zealand.md), [vaccine mandates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine-mandates.md), [jacinda ardern](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jacinda-ardern.md), [public policy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/public-policy.md) ### New Zealand Gender Dysphoria Bill and Inquiry Defeat - **Episode:** [1579: Cash over Country](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1579-cash-over-country.md) - **Published:** 2023-08-06 - **Time:** 1:06:08–1:08:22 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1579-cash-over-country/chapter/new-zealand-gender-dysphoria-bill-and-inquiry-defeat.md A motion in the New Zealand parliament to investigate the diagnosis of gender dysphoria and the use of puberty blockers in children was defeated. Critics of the decision argue that the "trans Maoist" movement is suppressing reasonable inquiries into medical procedures for minors for political and pharmaceutical gain. Keywords: [new zealand](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-zealand.md), [pauline hanson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pauline-hanson.md), [gender dysphoria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gender-dysphoria.md), [puberty blockers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/puberty-blockers.md), alex antic, [trans maoism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trans-maoism.md) ### Pharmaceutical Advertising Ban and RFK Jr. Policy - **Episode:** [1565: CL0P](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1565-cl0p.md) - **Published:** 2023-06-19 - **Time:** 5:21–9:45 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1565-cl0p/chapter/pharmaceutical-advertising-ban-and-rfk-jr-policy.md Robert F. Kennedy Jr. advocates for banning pharmaceutical advertising on television, noting that the United States and New Zealand are the only countries allowing the practice. The discussion highlights how the 1997 FDA rule change allowed the industry to influence news content and public health outcomes. Keywords: [pharmaceutical advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pharmaceutical-advertising.md), [new zealand](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-zealand.md), [fda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fda.md), [robert f. kennedy jr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robert-f-kennedy-jr.md), television news ### New Zealand SIS, Know the Signs Terrorism Initiative - **Episode:** [1500: No Evidence](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1500-no-evidence.md) - **Published:** 2023-03-15 - **Time:** 17:44–22:49 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1500-no-evidence/chapter/new-zealand-sis-know-the-signs-terrorism-initiative.md New Zealand's Security Intelligence Service (SIS), led by Rebecca Kitteridge, launched the "Know the Signs" initiative to help citizens identify radicalized individuals. The guide lists 50 indicators of potential terrorism, including opposition to COVID-19 measures or government policies interpreted as infringing on rights. Critics compare the public reporting program to historical surveillance tactics used in authoritarian regimes. Keywords: [new zealand](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-zealand.md), sis, rebecca kitteridge, [radicalization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/radicalization.md), know the signs ### Jacinda Ardern Resignation, New Zealand Prime Minister Departure - **Episode:** [1522: Boiling Ocean](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean.md) - **Published:** 2023-01-19 - **Time:** 1:55–5:30 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/jacinda-ardern-resignation-new-zealand-prime-minister-departure.md New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced her surprise resignation on January 19, 2023, stating she no longer has "enough in the tank" to lead. While official reports cite exhaustion and declining popularity due to COVID-19 restrictions, the hosts discuss a recent "hot mic" incident where she insulted an opposition leader. Speculation arises regarding her potential future roles in international think tanks or global organizations. Keywords: [jacinda ardern](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jacinda-ardern.md), [new zealand](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-zealand.md), [prime minister](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prime-minister.md), [resignation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/resignation.md), [hot mic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hot-mic.md), covid restrictions ### New Zealand Tobacco Ban and Show Sign-off - **Episode:** [1513: Inrush](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1513-inrush.md) - **Published:** 2022-12-18 - **Time:** 2:58:02–3:00:41 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1513-inrush/chapter/new-zealand-tobacco-ban-and-show-sign-off.md New Zealand passed world-first legislation banning the sale of tobacco to anyone born after 2008, effectively creating a lifetime ban for the next generation. The law also significantly reduces the number of authorized tobacco retailers. 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