The Leighton Smith Podcast

The Leighton Smith Podcast by Newstalk ZB

Newstalk ZB

After 33 years behind the Newstalk ZB microphone, Leighton can’t give it up completely. There were so many requests to continue his opinionated commentary that the prospect of podcasting was born.

So, without restriction, Leighton continues to serve up on everything you want to hear about and some things you don’t. Stand by to be enlightened, educated and enraged!

Radio: NewsTalk ZB Network

Categories: News & Politics

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Leighton is on summer break, so we are highlighting some of his favourite guests from 2025.

Ramesh Thakur has a world of history, literally, in international affairs.

He has taught at a number of Universities including Otago and the ANU, Canberra.

But his time spent at the United Nations, culminating as an Assistant Secretary General, provides a wealth of knowledge.

That makes his comments on Iran, Israel, and Donald Trump a must listen.

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Previous episodes

  • 470 - Leighton Smith Podcast - Best Of: Ramesh Thakur - January 14th 2026 
    Tue, 13 Jan 2026
  • 469 - Leighton Smith Podcast - Best Of: Dr Pierre Kory - January 7th 2026 
    Tue, 06 Jan 2026
  • 468 - Leighton Smith Podcast - Best Of: Martin Durkin - December 31st 2025 
    Tue, 30 Dec 2025
  • 467 - Leighton Smith Podcast - Best Of: Antonia Colibasanu - December 24th 2025 
    Tue, 23 Dec 2025
  • 466 - Leighton Smith Podcast - Best Of: James Allan - December 17th 2025 
    Wed, 17 Dec 2025
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