Kiwi comedian Nick Rado gets his big break on American airwaves
The stage is set for Nelson comedian Nick Rado to break into the United States.
America’s largest independent comedy production and distribution company Comedy Dynamics – which feature works by Kevin Hart, Jim Gaffigan and Tiffany Haddish – is producing the Kiwi stand-up comedian’s debut stand-up special.
It will be taped over two nights on January 14 and 15 at The Playhouse in Māpua and is understood to be the first internationally-distributed comedy special to be recorded in Tasman.
We have two double passes to give away to the Thursday, January 14 recording.
To enter, email your name and phone number, as well as a potential title for Rado’s album to newsdesk@nelsonmail.co.nz or post here.
Entries close at 11.59pm on Monday January 11.
Poll: Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?
As reported in the Post, there’s a $30 million funding gap in financial mentoring. This has led to services closing and mentors stepping in unpaid just to keep helping people in need 🪙💰🪙
One proposed solution? Small levies on industries that profit from financial hardship — like banks, casinos, and similar companies.
So we want to hear what you think:
Should the government ask these industries to contribute?
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59.8% Yes, supporting people is important!
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25.9% No, individuals should take responsibility
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14.4% ... It is complicated
A Neighbourly Riddle! Don’t Overthink It… Or Do?😜
Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post if you know the answer and the big reveal will be posted in the comments at 2pm on the day!
If you multiply this number by any other number, the answer will always be the same. What number is this?
Have you got New Zealand's best shed? Show us and win!
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