On this week's podcast:In early 2020, nearly every government in the world, in a multitude of ways, increased its direct control of people’s lives. "The Great Covid Panic” examines how the madness started, what kept it going and how it might end. Guesting is co-author Professor Gigi Foster from the School of Economics at the University of New South Wales. It's a lengthy expose.Finally, to the Mailroom, and a further submission from a former National MP who addresses political leadership in a brilliant manner.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.