On the podcast this week - With the election closing in we deal with three matters of continuing importance. Three different but shorter interviews.Jordan Williams from the Taxpayers Union on Councils.Educationalist Alwyn Poole on education.And power systems professional Bryan Leyland on NZ’s dysfunctional electricity market.Comment also on polar bears, economists and JK Rowling.File your comments and complaints at Leighton@newstalkzb.co.nzHaven't listened to a podcast before? Check out our simple how-to guide.Listen here on iHeartRadioLeighton Smith's podcast also available on iTunes:To subscribe via iTunes click hereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.