# Midweek - big defamation bill, NRL, FIFA, NPC & AI fake fans, Trump's red card reversal

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Podcast: [Mediawatch](https://stenobird.com/podcast/mediawatch-1043897)
Published: 2026-07-08T09:36:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.rnz.co.nz/podcast/mediawatch?share=20044d58-e31a-4f19-91ba-bdb474477611
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Duration seconds: 1554

## Resource

Who pays the big bill for a 'wholly unsuccessful' defamation case? Also: Facebook whistleblower still gagged and NRL, NPC, FIFA on TV - but will Kiwis warm to AI rugby fans? Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

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