A podcast focussing on freedom and free speech in a New Zealand context, hosted by two Wellington-based academics, Drs. Michael Johnston (VUW Education) and James Kierstead (VUW Classics).
Free Kiwis!
Claim This Podcastby James
5.0(2 reviews)
56 episodes
Updated Daily
Accepts GuestsHas SponsorsLocation 🇳🇿
25
Podcast Authority
BetaPoorBased on show quality, social media presence, reviews, charts, and more
Quality19
Social0
YouTube0
Engagement76
Podcast Overview
A podcast focussing on freedom and free speech in a New Zealand context, hosted by two Wellington-based academics, Drs. Michael Johnston (VUW Education) and James Kierstead (VUW Classics).
Language
🇺🇲
Publishing Since
8/6/2021
Unlock The Full Podcast Authority Score Report
See how your podcast performs across key metrics
25
Podcast Authority
BetaPoorBased on show quality, social media presence, reviews, charts, and more
Quality19
Social0
YouTube0
Engagement76
5
Excellent Areas
1
Good Performance
13
Growth Opportunities
excellent
Episode Length
1h 4m
Performing excellently!
good
Show Notes Quality
3.0/5
Recommendations available
Unlock the full report to see detailed tips
needs improvement
Publishing Consistency
Every 29 days
Recommendations available
Unlock the full report to see detailed tips
+16 More Metrics
Unlock comprehensive insights including:
- • YouTube presence analysis
- • Social media reach metrics
- • RSS compliance scoring
- • Podcast 2.0 features
- • Technical standards
What's Included in Your Full Report
Detailed Analytics
- Complete breakdown of all 19 authority metrics
- Personalized recommendations for each metric
- Industry benchmarks and comparisons
- Technical RSS feed analysis and compliance scoring
Growth Strategies
- Step-by-step action plans for improvement
- Quick wins to boost your score immediately
- Pro tips from successful podcasters
Get your free podcast insights report
See how your show performs across every key metric
Instant delivery
No spam
Attract Better Guests
High authority scores make your podcast more attractive to industry leaders and influencers who want to appear on credible shows.
Secure Sponsorships
Sponsors look for podcasts with proven authority and engagement. Your score demonstrates your podcast's value to potential partners.
Grow Your Audience
Understanding your strengths and weaknesses helps you make data-driven decisions to expand your listener base effectively.
Reach the team behind Free Kiwis!
Verified contact details for this show aren't on file yet — sign up to get notified when they land.
Recent Episodes
February 15, 2026
Abhishek Saha on the University of Sussex vs the Office for Students
Abhishek Saha, Professor of Mathematics at Queen Mary University of London, has taken a close interest in free speech and academic freedom issues. In this episode he tells James about a case that is currently before the UK High Court which will have major implication for how academic freedom is regulated.
January 31, 2026
The Wizard of New Zealand
In this episode we talk to the Wizard of New Zealand about how he got his start in wizardry, the Fun Revolution, the humourlessness of Maoists, being engaged for 25 years, *Erewhon,* Anglicanism, the King in Parliament, why tea breaks are essential to proper warfare, grammar school, anarchism, how to avoid becoming too dependent on the state, red telephone booths, whether wizards actually practice magic, how to train wizards properly, making it rain, men and women, violent females (feat. lion...
November 14, 2025
Helen Joyce
Helen Joyce is Director of Advocacy for Sex Matters, a UK organisation that advocates for sex-based rights. She has held this position since leaving her senior editorial role at The Economist in 2022. We talked to her about bathrooms, sex differences, whether feminism paved the way for transwomen in female sports, whether men should hold the door open for women, and how we might balance the rights of women and of trans people. We also asked Helen her impressions of where the trans debate is i...
56 total episodes available
Recent guests on Free Kiwis!
Guests from recent episodes — sign up to see every guest that has ever appeared on this show.
Doug Elliffe
Guest
Steph Martin
Guest
Peter Boghossian
Guest
Similar Podcasts
Discover related shows you might enjoy
Different Matters by Damien Grant
Damien Grant
Thoughts & Comments
Rhema Media
No Fear. No Favour. The SEEN in Journalism Podcast
SEEN in Journalism
The Brendan O'Neill Show
The Brendan O'Neill Show
TRIGGERnometry
TRIGGERnometry
The Joe Rogan Experience
Joe Rogan
Intelligence Squared
Intelligence Squared
Pod Save America
Pod Save America
Where Should We Begin? with Esther Perel
Esther Perel Global Media
The Rest Is Entertainment
Goalhanger
The Rest Is Politics: US
Goalhanger
Instant Classics
Vespucci
Deep-dive analytics for Free Kiwis!
Frequently asked questions
Have a different question and can't find the answer you're looking for? Reach out to our support team by sending us an email and we'll get back to you as soon as we can.
- What is Free Kiwis!?
- How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 9 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
Information about guest appearances is not available.
Legal Disclaimer
Pod Engine is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially connected with any of the podcasts displayed on this platform. We operate independently as a podcast discovery and analytics service.
All podcast artwork, thumbnails, and content displayed on this page are the property of their respective owners and are protected by applicable copyright laws. This includes, but is not limited to, podcast cover art, episode artwork, show descriptions, episode titles, transcripts, audio snippets, and any other content originating from the podcast creators or their licensors.
We display this content under fair use principles and/or implied license for the purpose of podcast discovery, information, and commentary. We make no claim of ownership over any podcast content, artwork, or related materials shown on this platform. All trademarks, service marks, and trade names are the property of their respective owners.
While we strive to ensure all content usage is properly authorized, if you are a rights holder and believe your content is being used inappropriately or without proper authorization, please contact us immediately at hey@podengine.ai for prompt review and appropriate action, which may include content removal or proper attribution.
By accessing and using this platform, you acknowledge and agree to respect all applicable copyright laws and intellectual property rights of content owners. Any unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or commercial use of the content displayed on this platform is strictly prohibited.