AUCKLAND, Today: The Spinoff, New Zealand’s leading independent media platform, and Kiwibank, the largest NZ-owned bank, are thrilled to renew their seven-year partnership through June 2025.
This renewal marks a significant milestone. It shows Kiwibank’s commitment to supporting NZ media and fostering community discussions.
A key part of this partnership is the continuation of their audio collaboration. This includes the popular podcast When The Facts Change.
The weekly podcast, hosted by Bernard Hickey, dissects the political economy. It has a 97.8% listen-through rate and features insights from Kiwibank’s economics team.
The Spinoff and Kiwibank are also excited to renew the award-winning This is Kiwi podcast for its third season. It features interviews with notable New Zealanders.
“Together we have amplified the voices of real Kiwi by sharing stories that inspire and resonate with our audience.”
Simon Hofmann, GM Brand and Marketing at Kiwibank, said, “This renewal demonstrates Kiwibank’s continued commitment to fostering local talent and investing in local storytelling.”
He added, “Together we have amplified the voices of real Kiwi by sharing stories that inspire and resonate with our audience.”
Amber Easby, CEO of The Spinoff, said, “In a period marked by economic challenges, Kiwibank’s steadfast support underscores the resilience and solidarity within New Zealand’s business community.”
“Kiwibank has supported When The Facts Change from our launch three years and more than 160 episodes ago. We’re thrilled to have Kiwibank recommit to our work.”
Bernard Hickey, host of When The Facts Change, said, “We’ve enjoyed calling on Kiwibank’s economists and leaders to help us explore the big shifts in how we work and trade.”
“We look forward to being curious together again about the economy, business, and work in an age when so much is changing so quickly.”
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