Daily panel with Louise Wallace and Clint Roberts

A recent RNZ Read Research poll reveals troubling news for the National party, which has fallen below 25%. The panelists express mixed feelings about the current election cycle, with one finding it underwhelming and the other viewing it as engaging due to its competitive nature. The discussion highlights a sense of fatigue among voters, with calls for people to simply cast their votes and move on from the ongoing political discourse.

In a lighter segment, the conversation shifts to a prototype nicotine candy developed by a parent advocacy group to draw attention to the prevalence of sweet-flavored vapes that attract young users. The panelists discuss the implications of such products, emphasizing the ease of access to flavored vapes and the potential risks they pose to children. One panelist shares a humorous anecdote about bribing their children to avoid smoking, illustrating the challenges parents face in navigating these issues.

The discussion also touches on a restaurant initiative in Sardinia that bans smartphone use at the dining table to promote conversation. While some panelists support the idea, others argue that it is not the restaurant's responsibility to regulate phone use, highlighting cultural differences in social interactions. The conversation concludes with a lighthearted exchange about New Zealand's unique social customs, such as thanking bus drivers and the expectation of friendly gestures in public spaces.

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