Paddy Gower’s TFN set to shake up news with heart, humour, and Kiwi pride!

AUCKLAND, Today: Paddy Gower’s new show, TFN – The F#$ %ing News, launches in less than 24 hours on Stuff, bringing upbeat, Kiwi-focused content to the country’s largest digital news audience.

TFN is a 30-minute weekly video show that flips the script on traditional news, featuring fun, inspirational stories and interviews with Kiwis, hosted by everyone’s favourite “every-Kiwi” journalist, Paddy G.

“It is bloody exciting – I can’t wait,” says Paddy. “TFN is Kiwi-as – a reflection of the best things in our sweet-as country. Amazing, inspiring Kiwis and stories every week.”

The full show airs every Wednesday at 5am, with highlights and select videos appearing across the site and social channels throughout the week.

“It is bloody exciting – I can’t wait! ‘TFN’ is Kiwi-as – a reflection of the best things in our sweet-as country. Amazing, inspiring Kiwis and stories every week.” – Paddy Gower

“I want everyone to feel great about this awesome country we live in, and the brilliant people Kiwis are. Think news with heart – bloody good yarns and positive journalism,” adds Paddy.

The show is created by Paddy and Jon Bridges, the award-winning creative behind Paddy Gower Has Issues and 7 Days. TFN will feature across Stuff’s platforms, including video, audio, social, and text content.

Matt Headland, Stuff’s Brand Connections Managing Director, said Paddy’s wide appeal offers a unique opportunity for commercial partners to connect with diverse audiences, from teens to grandparents.

“Paddy is deeply trusted, huge on social media, and loved by all generations. His talent only comes along once in a generation, and we are thrilled,” says Headland.