Paddy Gower Has Issues

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  • Premiered: May 2023
  • Episodes: 17
  • Followers: 0
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  • TV3 (NZ) Three
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  • Documentary Talk show

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Season 1
1x1
The Reading Wars
Episode overview
Air date
May 24, 2023
Paddy Gower tackles the issues facing New Zealanders. He's joined in studio by Newshub reporters, and comedians Karen O'Leary, Eli Matthewson and Courtney Dawson. Made with the support of NZ on Air.
1x2
Slash
Episode overview
Air date
May 31, 2023
Paddy is joined by Samantha Hayes with a devastating report on pine slash. Karen O'Leary tackles big business pharmacies. Comedians Eli Matthewson & Courtney Dawson bring hot issues of the week. Made with the support of NZ on Air.
1x3
Bullying In Schools
Episode overview
Air date
Jun 07, 2023
Paddy investigates the bullying our kids are subjected to, at school and online. Karen O'Leary tackles "bagsing", comedians Eli Matthewson and Courtney Dawson bring topical issues of the week.
1x4
Rugby's Moment of Truth
Episode overview
Air date
Jun 14, 2023
Paddy is joined by Andrew Gourdie to tackle the question: Are kiwis falling out of love with rugby? Karen investigates how to skip the small talk at the hairdressers.
1x5
Medical Refugees
Episode overview
Air date
Jun 21, 2023
Paddy receives a report from US Correspondent Mitch McCann on weight loss tourism, Karen looks into the impact of payWave technology, and comedians Eli and Courtney bring topical issues of the week.
1x6
The Gender Debate
Episode overview
Air date
Jun 28, 2023
Paddy is joined by Alice Wilkins who takes a look at the conversations around gender. Karen investigates siren battles, comedians Eli Matthewson and Courtney Dawson bring issues of the week.
1x7
Feral Cats
Episode overview
Air date
Jul 05, 2023
Paddy is joined by Isobel Ewing who takes a look at the impact of Feral Cats in NZ. Karen champions Hamilton Day, while comedians Eli Matthewson and Courtney Dawson bring issues of the week.
1x8
Postcode Cancer
Episode overview
Air date
Jul 12, 2023
Paddy is joined by Amanda Gillies who investigates access to Cancer treatment in NZ. Karen confronts Mobility Park abusers, while Eli Matthewson and Courtney Dawson bring issues of the week.
1x9
Early Childhood Education
Episode overview
Air date
Jul 19, 2023
Paddy is joined by Janika ter Ellen who investigates the state of ECE in NZ. Karen lends her support to local Swifties, comedians Eli Matthewson and Courtney Dawson bring issues of the week.
1x10
Exorcism
Episode overview
Air date
Jul 26, 2023
Paddy is joined by Michael Morrah who has uncovered shocking evidence of exorcisms in NZ. Karen takes on the price of chips, Eli Matthewson and Courtney Dawson bring issues of the week.
1x11
Nangs
Episode overview
Air date
Oct 04, 2023
Paddy investigates recreational use of "nangs" (nitrous oxide) while Karen learns the truth about lonely guinea pigs. Eli Matthewson and Courtney Dawson bring topical issues of the week.
1x12
Sextortion
Episode overview
Air date
Oct 11, 2023
Paddy is joined by Juliet Speedy who investigates the shocking impact of "Sextortion". Karen asks why Quitline cannot help vapers. Eli Matthewson and Courtney Dawson bring issues of the week.
1x13
Menopause
Episode overview
Air date
Oct 18, 2023
Paddy is joined by Kate Rodger who investigates Menopause. Karen searches for answers after a disturbing Shrewsbury incident. Eli Matthewson and Courtney Dawson bring issues of the week.
1x14
Dirt Bike Gangs
Episode overview
Air date
Oct 25, 2023
Paddy is joined by Nick Truebridge who investigates Dirt Bike Gangs - are they a problem? Karen asks why alcohol-free costs more. Eli Matthewson and Courtney Dawson bring issues of the week.
1x15
NZ Nursing
Episode overview
Air date
Nov 01, 2023
Paddy is joined by Alexa Cook who follows the struggles on NZ Nursing students. Karen investigates fruit fondling, while Eli Matthewson and Courtney Dawson bring issues of the week.
1x16
Blindness
Episode overview
Air date
Nov 08, 2023
Paddy is joined by Amanda Gillies as they navigate the issue of blindness in NZ. Karen uncovers some disturbing facts about Prezzy cards. Eli and Courtney bring issues of the week.
1x17 Season finale
Dementia
Episode overview
Air date
Nov 15, 2023
Paddy is joined by reporter Alice Wilkins to investigate the ever-increasing issue of Dementia in NZ. Karen fights for gender equality for Bugs. Eli and Courtney bring issues of the week.

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