About this episode
This week, The Front Page is showcasing several high-profile New Zealanders who stood out in their field in 2022.
For years, journalists and newsreaders have been at the centre of our entertainment industry, attracting a celebrity status that at times rivals our biggest actors and musicians.
One of the country's most popular reporters, Newshub’s Patrick Gower, has over the last year used his popularity to turn the focus on some of the more uncomfortable realities of living in Aotearoa.
Whether it was investigative reporting on drugs or a personal account of his own struggles with alcohol, Gower offered fresh insights that challenged the audience to look at things differently.
Today, Damien talks to Patrick Gower, The Front Page's Entertainment Standout for 2022 about what motivated him to get personal, and what it means for the next stages of his prolific career.
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Host: Damien Venuto
Producer: Shaun D Wilson
Executive Producer: Ethan Sills
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