A strange trip through the end of Newshub and the beginning of crypto gaming

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A strange trip through the end of Newshub and the beginning of crypto gaming

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Jun 30, 2024

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Hal Crawford ran Newshub through a crucial era – but has traveled a strange path since. He joins Duncan Greive to discuss the unique personality of Three News, the prospects of Stuff at 6pm – and his very different career since he returned to Australia.
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Jun 30, 2024

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Conversations about the intersections of media, culture and technology in New Zealand, hosted by Duncan Greive, founder of The Spinoff. Brought to you by The Spinoff Podcast Network in partnership with Ooh!media

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A strange trip through the end of Newshub and the beginning of crypto gaming

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