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Latest Videos & Articles

Political Playback – 12 Feb 2025

What the State of the Nation report doesn’t tell us about child well-being

McBlog: Is the USA Saying Nope To Dope

Solid Ground – 12 February 2026

McBlog: Born-Alive Abortions, Hate Speech Law, One Nation’s Rise & Social Media Bans

Family Matters – The freedom to believe with Dr Brandon Taylorian

Daybreak – 11 February 2026

Solid Ground – 10 February 2026

StraightTalk – 9 February 2026

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Must-Watch Videos

Family Matters: John Anderson on where the West is going

McBLOG: Paedophiles portrayed as ‘victims’ by Victoria Uni

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Family Matters: Tickle v Giggle (a serious case!)

McBlog: Pink Shirt Day is RSE in drag

McBLOG: Trust in Media Scorecard = ‘F’

Family First Episodes

Here are the latest episodes from Family First’s shows and livestreams, discussing and debating a range of topics without any constraints – get the insights and commentary which you won’t get from the mainstream media. We cut through the spin and discuss the issues related to family and society.

Political Playback – 12 Feb 2025

February 12, 2026 Political Playback

In this episode of Political Playback – Bob and Simon analyse the latest political polls and also discuss the latest stories relating to each of ...

McBlog: Is the USA Saying Nope To Dope

February 12, 2026 McBlog

In quite the turnaround, the left-leaning New York Times editorial board - which had previously backed legalisation of marijuana - says the U.S. has “gone ...

Solid Ground – 12 February 2026

February 12, 2026 Solid Ground

In this episode of Solid Ground, Simon begins by discussing recent footage of a King's Counsel's inappropriate behaviour at a private function. He then discusses ...

McBlog: Born-Alive Abortions, Hate Speech Law, One Nation’s Rise & Social Media Bans

February 11, 2026 McBlog

We talk to our Australian correspondent Lyle Shelton from the Family First political party about some of the issues grabbing attention in Australia at the ...

Family Matters – The freedom to believe with Dr Brandon Taylorian

February 11, 2026 Family Matters

In this episode of Family Matters, Simon focuses on religious freedom and the legal recognition of religious groups with guest, Dr Brandon Taylorian - a ...

Daybreak – 11 February 2026

February 11, 2026 Daybreak

In this episode - the tragic murder of 5y/o Malachi and all the missed red flags; Salvation Army State of the Nation report paints a ...

Solid Ground – 10 February 2026

February 10, 2026 Solid Ground

In this episode of Solid Ground, Simon discusses current events both locally and internationally. He briefly discusses the scandal involving UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer ...

StraightTalk – 9 February 2026

February 10, 2026 StraightTalk

In this episode of StraightTalk: Waitangi Day – what does it mean – or not mean - for the panelists; the date of the 2026 ...

McBlog: ‘Transing’ The Kids Now Mortally Wounded

February 9, 2026 McBlog

Last week was a good week for young people. Especially young vulnerable children struggling with a number of confounding mental health issues including trauma, social ...

EXCLUSIVE: Draft RSE released

Kiwi’s trust in the media declines to a new low.

SURVEY: Opposition To Puberty Blockers & Gender Ideology For Children

ANALYSIS: Media Coverage of Parliament Protest 2022

REPORT: The value of family, and the cost of family breakdown

PARENT GUIDE: The Battle For Your Child’s Innocence

RESEARCH: ‘Alarming’ Data on Youth Mental Health

Latest Commentary & Articles

Here are the latest articles and commentary from Family First’s writers, where we analyse the current news events which are relevant to families and society. We provide the insight and context which you won’t get from the mainstream media. We’ll help you better understand what’s happening and the broader implications.

American Medical Association shifts stance on gender‑related surgeries for children

February 5, 2026 News

Another one bites the dust. The American Medical Association (AMA) recently announced it no longer supports “gender-affirming surgeries” for children under 18. This marks another ...

Should Christian Parties Expect Different Results

Open Letter To Christian Political Parties – #Election2026

February 2, 2026 McBlog News

Why ‘Christian’ parties shouldn’t expect different results, unless… There have been many “Christian” or social-conservative parties since 2002 – including Christian Heritage NZ, United Future, ...

The slippery slope of organ donation and assisted dying

January 25, 2026 News

In an opinion piece (in response to a Stuff NZ article on organ donations and assisted dying), Dr John Kleinsman of the Nathaniel Centre for ...

New studies warn against early phone use and the digital toll on young people

January 14, 2026 News

We used to worry about what our kids were watching on TV. Now, experts say the bigger risk isn't just the content—it's the 'portal in ...

WHO estimates about 73 million abortions occur globally each year

January 7, 2026 News

According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), there is estimated to be around 73 million induced abortions annually worldwide. This estimate corresponds to approximately 200,000 ...

Trump gets it wrong on cannabis rescheduling decision – A response

December 22, 2025 News

Hello, I’m Laura Stack, the Founder and CEO of the nonprofit, Johnny’s Ambassadors Youth THC Prevention. I formed our nonprofit after our 19-year-old son, Johnny, ...

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