Hamish Parkinson
The Citizen's Handbook | Season 1 | Episode 9: Managing the Economy
What do we need to know about the economy? Robbie delves into the government's role and how it's regulated. We look into how a recession and hyperinflation is avoided, and what this means for us. Video, Audio
The Citizen's Handbook | Season 1 | Episode 8: The Market
Robbie looks at the “special token” system that was introduced – replacing the traditional Māori trade system – and what the rules are and how the government of New Zealand is involved. Video, Audio
The Citizen's Handbook | Season 1 | Episode 5: A Bill Becomes a Law
How do you get parliament to do what you want it to? Before a law is a law, it’s a bill; and before a bill is passed, it goes through a select committee. This is where you come in. Video, Audio
The Citizen's Handbook | Season 1 | Episode 4: The Constitution
How do you get five million people in New Zealand to cooperate? Robbie delves into the basic rules and conventions of how a government works, and explains the three branches of government. Video, Audio
The Citizen's Handbook | Season 1 | Trailer
Partake in the Citizen's Handbook trailer and go on, subscribe/follow, and share via your favourite podcatcher. Video, Audio
4CAST - Episode 9
Recorded live at The Classic in Auckland, Rhys Mathewson with guests Brinley Stent, Hamish Parkinson and Uther Dean Audio
Hamish Parkinson - Fly or Die
Comedian Hamish Parkinson - the winner of this year's Billy T Award - reflects on what makes him laugh and his show 'Fly or Die'. Audio