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Marcus Lush Nights

Marcus Lush engages Kiwis from all walks of life, discussing the issues that matter most on Newstalk ZB.

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A merry dance around the provinces (20 August 2026)

Celebratory calls hit the Marcus Lush hotline tonight as Northland win the Ranfurly Shield for the first time since 1978. Marcus also discussed AI fears and the best sachet coffees. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Tonight was a joy-ride (19 August 2026)

A study coming from the UK has found that the small, unexpected joys in life are what keep us going, like finding a good carpark or finding a $20 in your jeans. Tonight, Marcus and listeners chat the little things that bring them joy - while ooshies, pigeons, small talk, and daffidol day also get some time in the spotlight. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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I've always been freaked out by vintage cars (18 August 2026)

An off-handed comment about Chitty Chitty Bang Bang led to a night of horror movie chat. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Burger of the gods (17 August 2026)

Marcus talks the price of chips, fog lights, and the kicking-the-can-down-the-road announcement from the Government about a certain harbour crossing.... LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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You've never seen a house with so many bulbs (13 August 2026)

Marcus bemoans price differences if you're not "part of the club" and celebrates left-handedness. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Bread through a metal detector (11 August 2026)

With news that Christopher Luxon has called a meeting with his caucus about his leadership, Marcus takes calls on how this all will play out... LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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It's like it's brand new (10 August 2026)

Marcus reviews a listener-suggested oven cleaning method, talks tyre punctures, and keeps an eye on a possible political spill.... LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Is that right, dear (7 August 2026)

It's the Friday before ZB's 100th celebration, and the Warriors are playing at home so anything could happen! LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Sometimes you can have too much democracy (6 August 2026)

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon decided to suprise his collegues by announcing he intends to do another MMP referendum if he gets re-elected. Marcus chatted with listeners about MMP, referendums, Shawshank Redemption, and the freezing blast hitting the country. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Lolly cake or chocolate salami? (5 August 2026)

It was a food themed night as Marcus chatted with callers about eggs, lolly cake, and discounts for self checkouts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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They are pie aware (4 August 2026)

Tonight Marcus discussed the wild weather heading up the country and the best pies in New Zealand as the Pie Award results roll in. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Even the streakers were clothed (3 August 2026)

Tonight Marcus chatted storing celery and pumpkin, wireless phone chargers, and where the commonwealth games would be held if they took place in NZ. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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