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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.

McBlog: NZ Media’s Sudden Silence On Their ‘Hate’ Expert

McBlog: NZ Media’s Sudden Silence On Their ‘Hate’ Expert

Quite the story broke in the US this week which uncovered damning information about one of the NZ media's favourite international sources on faaaaaaar right ...
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Daybreak - 24 April 2026

Daybreak – 24 April 2026

In this episode of Daybreak – a tribute to Mary Grant; right bloc ahead in coalition stakes according to a new poll; MPs approve bill ...
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Political Playback - 23 April 2026

Political Playback – 23 April 2026

In this episode of Political Playback - the consultation on RSE; latest political polls and the massive assumption being made by the media reporting them; ...
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McBlog: Same-sex dads video, Biden targeted pro-lifers, Trump's memes, forced teen abortions?

McBlog: Same-sex dads video, Biden targeted pro-lifers, Trump’s memes, forced teen abortions?

We speak to our US correspondent Glenn Stanton from Focus on the Family based in Colorado. Topics include the video that went viral which was ...
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Solid Ground - 23 April 2026

Solid Ground – 23 April 2026

In this episode of Solid Ground, Simon briefly discusses the latest political challenges for National, pointing towards his Substack for some insights into his view ...
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Family Matters - Bettina Arndt on feminism and real men

Family Matters – Bettina Arndt on feminism and real men

Bettina Arndt on feminism and real men! In this episode of Family Matters, Simon interviews Australian writer and commentator Bettina Arndt AM about the very ...
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Daybreak - 22 April 2026

Daybreak – 22 April 2026

In this episode of Daybreak – the media fail to roll the Prime Minister and are now very angry; we speak to ex-National MP Simon ...
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McBlog - UK Street Preacher Arrested

McBlog – UK Street Preacher Arrested

Steve Maile is a NZ-born preacher who has lived in the UK for the past 40+ years. He is the senior pastor of Oasis City ...
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Solid Ground with Simon O'Connor - 21 April 2026

Solid Ground with Simon O’Connor – 21 April 2026

In this episode of Solid Ground, Simon shares some of the insights on classical education from a recent conference he attending, noting how the past ...
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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.

EU tries to silence pro-life nations

EU tries to silence pro-family voices at UN Population Commission

Earlier this month, during the 59th session of the UN Commission on Population and Development (CPD59), the European Union (EU) attempted to introduce language that ...
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RSE framework - consultation period ending this Friday 24 April

RSE framework – consultation period ending this Friday 24 April

Last chance to give feedback on proposed RSE (Relationships and Sexuality Education) framework. Last year the Ministry of Education developed a draft framework in preparation ...
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Oregon 2025 DWD stats

Oregon’s assisted suicide prescriptions hit record high in 2025

While New Zealand debates expanding euthanasia, Oregon’s latest Death with Dignity report shows prescriptions for lethal drugs reached a new record of 637 in 2025 ...
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Netherlands hits record 10,341 euthanasia deaths in 2025

The runaway train continues. The Netherlands has released its yearly report on euthanasia, revealing that 10,341 individuals died by euthanasia in 2025 — the highest ...
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What is a Woman? Private Member's Bill will expose which MPs can define truth and biology

What is a Woman? Private Member’s Bill will expose which MPs can define truth and biology

New Zealand First has proposed a Definitions of Woman and Man Amendment Bill, a Private Member’s Bill drawn for debate in April 2026, aimed at ...
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Finnish-Study

New Finnish research challenges “lifesaving” claim for youth gender treatment

A recent Finnish study found that psychiatric problems tend to worsen rather than improve after the hormonal and surgical interventions offered by gender clinics. In ...
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