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Do NZ MPs Like Each Other?

October 08, 2025 / 01:03

This episode discusses Winston Peters, his controversial ideas, and his relationship with Shane Jones. Key topics include Peters' views on New Zealand and his political persona.

The conversation features a candid take on Winston Peters, with one participant expressing a mix of admiration and frustration. They acknowledge Peters as great company but criticize some of his unconventional ideas.

Shane Jones is mentioned as a notable figure in the discussion, recognized for his multilingual skills yet remaining quiet during the exchange. The dynamics between Peters and Jones highlight the complexities of their political relationship.

The episode captures the nuances of political camaraderie and rivalry, illustrating how personal feelings can coexist with professional disagreements.

TLDR

Winston Peters' controversial ideas and his dynamic with Shane Jones are discussed in this episode.

Episode

1:03
00:00:00
Do you do you like the guy >> Winston? >> Yeah. >> Sadly, yes.
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>> I've had that feeling before, Willie. It used to be your mother. She'd call it
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Winston. Can I see you privately? >> I do like him. And uh sorry there my my
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Labour mates who might be watching this today. Yeah, I do like him, but but complex, you know, because you know,
00:00:19
he's great company and then he comes out with some of the most crackpot ideas.
00:00:22
He's got this problem with New Zealand, right? He doesn't want it to be called
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Ali at all. I mean, for goodness sake, out of there. Cut it out. Cut it out, Winston. You know, and he's got Shane
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Jones with him. Shane, you know, I don't know if you know, is one of the best
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multil language speakers in the country. And old Shane, pussycat Jones, doesn't
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say a word. >> Go Shane Jones. It's my party, lady. It's my >> And Winston's going, "No, we're not. We
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are new. We're both Winston. Cut it out." So, no. Fascinating uh character.
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Of course I like him. But we'll have our battles and but you know those that's
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that's what happens.

Episode Highlights

  • Complicated Affection
    A candid admission of liking Winston despite his eccentricities.
    “Yeah, I do like him, but it's complex.”
    @ 00m 10s
    October 08, 2025
  • Winston's Quirks
    Discussion of Winston's unusual ideas and his relationship with Shane Jones.
    “He comes out with some of the most crackpot ideas.”
    @ 00m 19s
    October 08, 2025

Episode Quotes

  • Sadly, yes.
    Do NZ MPs Like Each Other?
  • Fascinating character.
    Do NZ MPs Like Each Other?

Key Moments

  • Mixed Feelings00:02
  • Eccentric Ideas00:19
  • Fascinating Character00:52