NZ Tech Podcast

Listen in with host Paul Spain and tech journalist Bill Bennett for a thought-provoking discussion on the government’s proposed road user charges and what data tracking in vehicles really means for privacy and everyday Kiwis. Motorola’s One NZ partnership and new Phone lineup, Privacy Commissioner’s new rules on biomet

Join host Paul Spain as he chats with Luke Campbell, co-founder and CEO of VXT. Luke shares his journey of founding VXT while still a student at the University of Canterbury. Recently named Young Achiever of the Year at the 2025 NZ Hi-Tech Awards, Luke opens up about the challenges of launching and pivoting a startup,

Join host Paul Spain and tech veteran Brett Roberts for a wide-ranging conversation on technology in New Zealand and beyond. From So Sweet using lasers to zap weeds on South Island farms to AI-powered safety systems in manufacturing, Paul and Brett discuss some of the latest innovations improving lives and industries.

Join host Paul Spain and Eoghan Neligan, co-founder of Gravity. Eoghan discusses Gravity’s role as an applied innovation company, working with big business, impact ventures, and startups. Paul and Eoghan go on to explore the latest tech news including the arrival of Tesla’s Full Self Driving technology in New Zealand,

Hear from host Paul Spain and tech journalist Ben Moore as they delve into New Zealand's evolving tech landscape, including the government's ban on crypto ATMs to fight money laundering, the national strategy for AI adoption, and NZ police internet governance. On the global front they explore the latest Robotic surgery

Host Paul Spain sits down with Dr. Ian Hunter, founder of Writer’s Toolbox, to explore the challenges and solutions behind the global writing gap in education. Discover how Dr. Hunter’s innovative AI-powered platform is transforming the way writing is taught, why writing skills are more crucial than ever, and how techn