Now That’s an Idea is a place where we stop grumbling and start scheming. Each edition pitches one way to make something better, usually with insights from someone who actually knows their stuff, occasionally from my own crackpot imagination. Why?1. There are many problemsHumans have a remarkable tendency to notice what’s wrong with the world. And we’re good at spotting problems. If food tastes bad, we complain. If traffic is slow, we grumble. But that’s only half the conversation: what are the solutions?2. We need better answersIt’s too easy to follow the path well walked. We live in a ever changing world with a flood of ideas, knowledge and answers. This blog is a chance to dive deep into ideas that are worth digging into.Each month I’ll wrangle a interviews and find folk with a ideas worth sharing. Join me in this mild attempt to make the world ever so slightly better. One idea at a time.Jack
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Signup to Generate a PitchNow That’s an Idea is a place where we stop grumbling and start scheming. Each edition pitches one way to make something better, usually with insights from someone who actually knows their stuff, occasionally from my own crackpot imagination. Why?1. There are many problemsHumans have a remarkable tendency to notice what’s wrong with the world.
Now That's an Idea is hosted by Jack. The show has published 22 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Radio. The Unkillable Cockroach of Media - Scott Casley #22" (3 December 2025, 31 minutes), "$500 Per Tonne?! The True Cost of Waste in Tairāwhiti - Sam Rowland #21" (18 November 2025, 29 minutes), and "The East Coast’s Most Audacious Company - Paul Naske & Panapa Ehau #20" (11 November 2025, 44 minutes).
Now That's an Idea publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 25 minutes across 22 episodes.
Booking probability for Now That's an Idea is 20%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Now That's an Idea requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Now That's an Idea's contact route on record: verified email.
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Jack hosts Now That's an Idea, a news podcast with 22 episodes published.
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Episode #22
<p>In this conversation, Jack and Scott Casley discuss the significance of amateur radio, particularly in emergency situations. Scott shares insights about the Gisborne Radio Club, the importance of radio communication...
Episode #21
<p>In this episode, I sit down with Sam Rowland, General Manager of the Tairāwhiti Environment Centre, to talk about the future of the Coast — from forestry and erosion to food waste, recycling, and the big...
Episode #20
<p>In this conversation, Jack speaks with Paul Naske and Panapa Ehau from Rua Bioscience about their journey in the cannabis industry, focusing on sustainable economic development for their community. They discuss the...
Episode #19
<p>In this episode, Jack Marshall sits down with Julian Kohn, Chair of the Eastland Wood Council, to unpack the challenges and opportunities facing the forestry industry in Tairāwhiti. There are plans afoot to convert...
Episode #18
<p>This week, Jack catches up with Ngahuia Mita to discuss the significance of Tairawhiti Waka, a double-hulled sailing canoe that serves as a platform for education, cultural connection, and community involvement...
Episode #17
<p>This week Jack sits down with Chamber of Commerce President Ashley Fisher discuss the current economic landscape of Gisborne. The region has challenges as businesses bare the brunt of it with their bottom line. All...
Episode #16
<p>In this episode, Jack speaks with Sheridan Gundry from Heritage Tairāwhiti about the power of storytelling, preservation, and connection in our region’s history. Sheridan — a longtime journalist turned historian —...
Episode #15
<p>Jack talks with Ora Barlow from Raukūmara Pae Maunga, an iwi-led conservation project restoring well over 100,000 hectares of native forest on the East Coast.</p><p>Fresh off a $6 million funding boost, Ora shares...
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<p>In this episode, Jack sits down with artist and researcher Dayna Raroa (Ngāti Porou) to talk about the upcoming exhibition, MŌWAI: The Weight of Water. The project transforms community research on the impacts of...
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<p>In this episode of Now That’s an Idea Mateawa Keelan talks about life in Ruatoria and running for council. Mateawa shares her passion for Māori representation, rural voices in governance, and future-focused community...
Episode #12
<p>In this episode, Debbie Gregory, former Gisborne Herald chief reporter and council candidate, to talk about her journey, her passion for waste management and recycling, and her vision for a more sustainable...
Episode #11
<p>In this episode of Now That’s an Idea we have Meng Foon — former Race Relations Commissioner and long-time Mayor of Gisborne.</p><p></p><p>Meng talks about his journey into politics, the role of community engagement...
Episode #10
<p>In this kōrero, Alexandra Boros talks about local politics, community engagement, and the revitalisation of Gisborne and the wider Tairāwhiti region.</p><p>Alexandra’s big idea? Attracting young professionals to...
Episode #9
<p>In this episode of Now That’s an Idea, we talk with Jordan Walker, a candidate for the General Ward in Tairāwhiti. They share their personal journey of reconnecting with their whakapapa and family, and their vision...
Episode #8
<p>In this episode of Now That’s an Idea, we sit down with former editor of the Gisborne Herald, Jeremy Muir. Now a council candidate for Gisborne/Tairāwhiti, we discuss his candidacy, background, and vision for the...
Episode #7
<p>In this episode Jono Samson to talk about his journey, his candidacy, and his vision for Tairāwhiti. Jono opens up about his personal struggles with mental health, his passion for addressing homelessness, and the...
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<p>In this episode of Now That’s an Idea, councillor Rob Telfer about his first term on the Tairāwhiti council and why he’s standing again.</p><p></p><p>Rob’s idea: shifting council culture. Rob wants to move away from...
Episode #5
<p>In this episode, host Jack Marshall sits down with Mayor Rehette Stoltz, discussing his candidacy and vision for Gisborne.<br /></p><p>Stoltz talks about her re-election campaign, the challenges our region faces, and...
Episode #4
<p>In this episode of Now That’s an Idea, we sit down with Rauhinia Parata, a current councillor running for re-election in the Māori Ward. Rauhinia shares her experiences in local governance, the challenges of working...
Episode #3
<p>In this episode of Now That’s an Idea, we sit down with Ian Allan, a candidate for local council in Gisborne/Tairāwhiti general ward.<br /></p><p>Ian’s idea: expand the Environment Centre to reduce waste, cut costs...
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