Leighton Smith Podcast #336 - July 8th 2026 - J R Bruning
About this episode
JR Bruning discusses her article on Road User Charging and its implications for society.
JR Bruning analyses her article, “An Election Agreement that has locked in a Road User Charging Revolution” and asks why this was necessary in the first place. Crucially, how it will affect every one of us? Investigative writer JR Bruning (aka Jodie Bruning) covers a range of topics; sociological studies of ignorance, "non-knowledge” and the production of science and technology. Her primary research focus is on the relationship between governance, policy, and the production of scientific and technical knowledge for public good. We cover “New York’s Deal with the Devil”. And we visit The Mailroom with Mrs Producer. File your comments and complaints at Leighton@newstalkzb.co.nz OR Carolyn@newstalkzb.co.nz Haven't listened to a podcast before? Check out our simple how-to guide. Listen here on iHeartRadio Leighton Smith's podcast also available on iTunes: To subscribe via iTunes click here See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
People in this episode
Host: Leighton Smith
Guest: JR Bruning
Topics covered
- Road User Charging
- Governance
- Public Policy
- Sociological Studies
- Science and Technology
- Investigative Writing
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Newstalk ZB
Books & works: An Election Agreement that has locked in a Road User Charging Revolution, New York’s Deal with the Devil
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