Episode

Public servants cut deep, RNZ boss flags exit, AI for programmes & podcasts

Podcast: Mediawatch
Published: May 23, 2026
Duration seconds: 2622
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Media-weigh up cuts to public service and claims AI can fill the gap. Also: RNZ's long-serving boss flags his exit amid political calls for change, AI for programme-makers and podcasters. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details