One more thing.. Further to Damian's concerns about "racks and ratings". It wasn't about the racks.. or the American cars.. we took ownership of the Hummer story all week.
In fact the Herald enjoyed quoting us that night as well as the farmer, John Banks and Patrick Strange when they couldn't track any of them down themselves..
As for the racks.. well some might be critical but 30,000 people have been back for a second look on our website.. go figure if it isn't what people want to watch....
http://www.3news.co.nz/Auckland-woman-launches-topless-revolution

Pip here from Campbell Live. I'd like to express my anger and horror at how Damian Christie has continued to misrepresent the situation regarding our show.
I'm also concerned at the credibility of a former Close-Up reporter blogging nonsense about our show and his relationship with the Herald on Sunday and its staff.
Damian could have come to me for a response but never bothered. (His source would presumably have my cellphone number).
Ian Audsley has never "rocked into my office" demanding we increase our ratings. He has only been supportive. Nor am I concerned about my job or the jobs of those on my team. I find that insulting. John Campbell is the hardest working host I have worked with and has proven he is the best interviewer the country. Damian's comments have been defamatory and inflammatory. The Herald on Sunday story was a beat-up and rest assured the Clive team will continue to produce current affairs far beyond the April deadline Damian has conjured up.