Q+A with Jack Tame Full show: Q+A with Jack Tame, November 9 2025
Nov 8, 2025
Nikhil Ravishankar, CEO of Air New Zealand, shares insights on leveraging AI to boost tourism and economic recovery while emphasizing the balance between national interest and commercial success. Historian William Dalrymple discusses the legacies of colonization, the impact of social media on populism, and the importance of contextual understanding over statue toppling. Stephen Rowe from the Cato Institute explores AI's transformative role in political campaigns, highlighting risks like deepfakes and the need for authenticity amidst evolving digital strategies.
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NZ As A Test Bed For Indian Scale-Ups
- New Zealand can pitch itself to India as a small, neutral test market for Indian firms.
- That positioning may accelerate trade and strengthen a prospective free trade agreement.
Reconciling National Role With Commercial Goals
- He reframes national service versus commercial return as a complementary challenge.
- Air New Zealand can be both critical infrastructure and commercially successful if framed correctly.
Electoral Upsets Can Restore Hope
- William Dalrymple sees electoral surprises as hopeful signs against Trump-style politics.
- He praises Zoran Mamdani's victory as a tonic celebrating diversity and dignity in politics.