Paddy Gower Apologises for “Crossing a Journalistic Line” | Quarantine Nation

During the Covid-19 pandemic, Paddy Gower became one of the most visible journalists in the country. He promoted vaccination. He fronted Super Saturday. He exposed a Canterbury doctor issuing vaccine exemptions. Looking back now, he says he crossed a journalistic line, even if he believed it was for the greater good. In this extended interview for Quarantine Nation, Gower reflects on the backlash, the public anger, and the personal reckoning that followed. He speaks candidly about being too entrenched in a pro-vaccine stance, about listening to those who felt unheard, and about what he now believes the media got wrong. Did the media treat vaccine-sceptical New Zealanders too harshly? And has the country ever truly found closure? Listen to the full Quarantine Nation podcast series, all eight episodes available now wherever you get your podcasts. Made with the support of NZ On Air for Stuff by Te Pūrongo Productions. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Stuff NZ is New Zealand’s essential news source — bringing you live, lively and trustworthy journalism from every corner of Aotearoa. Stay informed with breaking news, in-depth stories, and the latest updates that matter to Kiwis. We upload daily, keeping you connected with the people, places and issues shaping New Zealand today. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Social media channels: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nzstuff Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzstuff