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End of an Era: 'Matinee Idle' Hosts Sign Off

Matinee Idle, a cult favourite on RNZ for 21 years, ended as hosts reflected on AI's impact on music and chose to leave while the show remained popular.

Summary by Otago Daily Times
Phil O'Brien (left) and Simon Morris finished their 21-year run as hosts of Matinee Idle today. Photo: RNZ By Isra'a Emhail of RNZ  As the pair leading the show bid farewell, they leave listeners with a final poignant theme: "AI has won. We've done our best".

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'Matinee Idle' co-hosts Phil O'Brien and Simon Morris sign off

The hosts of the divisive show say goodbye, sharing a thoughtful message about AI as the broadcaster draws the programme to a close in its current form.

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End of an era: 'Matinee Idle' hosts sign off

Phil O'Brien (left) and Simon Morris finished their 21-year run as hosts of Matinee Idle today. Photo: RNZ By Isra'a Emhail of RNZ  As the pair leading the show bid farewell, they leave listeners with a final poignant theme: "AI has won. We've done our best".

·Otago, New Zealand
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Otago Daily Times broke the news in Otago, New Zealand on Friday, January 9, 2026.
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