Semaglutide drug Wegovy has been available in New Zealand for a couple of months now, and more Kiwis are learning about the effects.

The drug has transformed our ability to manage obesity and type 2 diabetes, and has shown potential for a wide range of conditions such as Alzheimer’s, addiction and depression.

General Practice NZ chair Dr Bryan Betty joined the Afternoons team to discuss further - and highlight some potential drawbacks.

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The All Blacks are set to face the Springboks in Wellington on Saturday night in their second clash of the The Rugby Championship.

This game clashes with the Warriors’ match against the Panthers – leaving kiwi rugby fans with a difficult decision to make: club or nation?

All Blacks legend Sir John Kirwan told Matt and Tyler to share his view on the uncomfortable clash in scheduling.

He said it will be difficult to pick what game to watch - as the Warriors are, ‘the nation’s league side’

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A much-loved flying fox in Paraparaumu is being shut down by the council after it failed to meet safety standards.

A frayed cable meant that residents woke up to find the ride padlocked and a sign saying it had been closed.

Paraparaumu Community Board Chair Glen Olsen told Matt and Tyler that “It was fast, it was long, and it was exciting, and it had a thrill”

He said that modern flying foxes are bound by safety restrictions that make the ride less entertaining for children.

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On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 11th of September 2025, we woke to the news of the assassination of American conservative commentator and public debater Charlie Kirk. Matt and Tyler discussed the proposition that this may be indicative of a spreading inability to debate with respect.

And to wrap the day's talk up, should your partner have all your passwords and access to your email, text, social media?

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The suspect is still at large following the shooting and killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

The Donald Trump ally was shot during an event at Utah Valley University this morning and later died in hospital.

Trump has expressed his shock and sadness and ordered all US flags to half-mast.

US correspondent Ira Spitzer says Kirk was an influential figure who helped Trump secure the youth vote in the 2024 election - and investigations are currently ongoing.

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On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 10th of September, record numbers of 15-year-olds are leaving school - but data shows they are leaving for further study.

Then, the things you need to have done to be considered a good Kiwi - this after Lorde confessed she had never seen the Lord Of The Rings movies: “Bad Kiwi, I know. I’m not really into fantasy.”

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