Best Read Between The Panels Podcasts (2025)

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Celine Song: director on her new film 'Materialists' 17:22

24h ago17:22

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Celine Song has generated plenty of interest and acclaim off her directing debut Past Lives - and her new romantic drama Materialists has attracted attention from film fans. Materialists stars Dakota Johnson as a successful match-maker for New York's elite singles who's torn between two potential suitors of her own. Celine Song says she used her ow…

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Dr Ivor Popovich: Auckland-based ICU doctor on new book examining the pitfalls of the healthy system 12:25

1d ago12:25

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A tell-all expose from within our health system was released this week - and it's attracting plenty of interest. Written by Auckland-based ICU doctor, Dr Ivor Popovich, the book shares his journey from med school through the public health system. He talks of bullying, funding and staffing shortfalls through to the inequities between private and pub…

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Whitcoulls Recommends: Atmosphere and Inside the Wire 5:02

1d ago5:02

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Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid, who is well known for terrific books like The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo, and Daisy Jones and The Six. In 1980, Joan Goodwin becomes one of the first women scientists accepted by NASA for the space shuttle programme where she’s part of a close team who work and play together. Vanessa Ford is a brilliant, practi…

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Megan Singleton: BloggerAtLarge writer on the realities of travelling to the States 4:45

1d ago4:45

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It's an interesting time to be in the US, with protests erupting across the nation in response the the actions of the Trump administration. Tens of thousands have taken to the streets across all 50 states, with the aim of “rejecting authoritarianism, billionaire-first politics, and the militarisation of our democracy”. Megan Singleton is in Chicago…

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The Sunday Panel: How can we get the balance right for healthcare? 8:33

1d ago8:33

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This week on the Sunday Panel, journalist and editor Jo McCarroll and NZ Herald senior writer Simon Wilson joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! The private v public healthcare debate continues - how can we keep the waitlists down? There doesn’t seem to be an obvious solution, but this week, the Government is c…

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Erin O'Hara: Naturopath and wellness expert explains how chemicals impact our weight 4:14

1d ago4:14

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Obesogens are chemicals that disrupt the body's normal controls and promote fat cell formation (adipogenesis) and lipid accumulation. These can potentially lead to obesity. Common types of obesogens include BPA, phthalates, herbicides, pesticides, PFOA and nonstick cookware and food additives. Naturopath and wellness expert Erin O'Hara reveals how …

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Full Show Podcast: 15 June 2025 1:56:57

1d ago1:56:57

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Listen to the Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin Full Show Podcast for Sunday 15 June. Get the Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin Full Show Podcast every Sunday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Mike van de Elzen: Lamb shoulder with chermoula 4:43

1d ago4:43

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Lamb shoulder with chermoula Cook time: 3 hours Prep time: 5 minutes Serves: 6 1 lamb shoulder Chermoula 2 lemons, juiced 1 onion, peeled and diced 10 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed 1 tbsp ground coriander 1 tbsp ground cumin 1 tbsp garam masala 2 tsp turmeric, ground or fresh 1 tsp chili powder 1 tsp smoked paprika 1 cup fresh coriander leaves …

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Michelle Dickinson: nanotechologist on the new research revealing how our unique nasal 'fingerprints' could help health system 4:29

1d ago4:29

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What if your next medical test involved breathing into a tube instead of drawing blood? A new study out this week published in the journal Current Biology has discovered that every human has a way of breathing through their nose that is so unique to them, it can be used to identify individuals with incredible accuracy. These personal "nasal respira…

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Steve Newall: Flicks.co.nz editor on Download festival attendees being told to remove their smartwatches 4:56

1d ago4:56

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After the UK's Download festival saw a significant spike in accidental emergency calls, authorities have urged fans to put their smartwatches on airplane mode. Emergency calls were automatically being made from the moshpit because the tech incorrectly assumed people has been caught in collisions. Flicks.co.nz editor Steve Newall explained further. …

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Kathryn Wilson: Kiwi footwear designer on the return of NZ Fashion Week 6:50

1d ago6:50

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New Zealand Fashion Week is set to make a return. After the cancellation of last year's event due to economic concerns, Giltrap Group has been secured as a naming rights sponsor for three years. One of New Zealand’s premier designers, Kathyrn Wilson of Kathryn Wilson Footwear, says everyone's 'delighted' that they can celebrate the industry after a…

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Thomas Coughlan: NZ Herald political editor on Prime Minister Chris Luxon's trip to China and Europe 4:06

1d ago4:06

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The Prime Minister says his upcoming trip to China is about more than bolstering trade links. Chris Luxon will be meeting with President Xi Jinping and other key members of the Chinese Government while in Beijing next week. After meetings wrap up in Shanghai, Luxon will be heading to the NATO summit in Europe. NZ Herald political editor Thomas Coug…

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Simeon Brown: Health Minister on the Government's new targets designed to refocus the health system 6:44

1d ago6:44

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Health Minister Simeon Brown says the Government want patients to be able to see the clear benefits of health infrastructure investments. The Government has approved a suite of amendments to the Healthy Futures Act, put in place in 2022, that it hopes will strengthen the performance of Health New Zealand. Brown says these changes needed to be put i…

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Gregg Carlstrom: Middle East correspondent on the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran 9:54

1d ago9:54

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Israel says it will strike 'every site and every target' of Iran as the conflict escalates. The two countries continue to exchange air attacks after Iran launched waves of missiles in retaliation for Israeli strikes on Friday. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Iran plans to threaten everyone. Middle East correspondent Gregg Carlstrom s…

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Francesca Rudkin: It's the end of an era for two classic Kiwi brands 4:01

1d ago4:01

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This week marks the end of an era for two classic Kiwi brands - department store Smith & Caughey’s announced it will shut their doors for the last time at 4pm today, and hosiery manufacturer Columbine that they’re closing their Gisborne factory in August. These are both sad events. Smith & Caughey’s has been part of Queen St for 145 years, and Colu…

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Episode 300 - Hall of Fame 3 2:39:23

6d ago2:39:23

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Chapters 0:13 Welcome to Episode 300 1:40 Italian Hall of Fame Rant 6:18 The Mystery of the Voicemail 8:44 Hall of Fame Induction 13:20 Podcast Shenanigans 24:36 The Hot Load Confession 1:03:12 Dinner Talk and Family Drama 1:08:32 The Great Wrestling Debate 1:15:43 Voicemail Shoutouts 1:21:14 The Epic Poop Story 1:40:05 Thanks, Berries 1:53:52 Hall…

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Annabel Langbein: Famed Kiwi cook talks newest French adventure 14:01

8d ago14:01

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Annabel Langbein, the famed Kiwi cook behind many iconic recipes, is on her own adventure in France. She and her husband Ted have bought a farmhouse in the south of France, and are currently staying there while they renovate their home. She says it was a 'stressful' journey trying to secure a place in France, but it was worth it. "All of France is …

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Olaf Triebel: artistic director and long-time circus performer on the preparation that goes into Cirque du Soleil’s Corteo 15:02

8d ago15:02

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World-renowned circus company Cirque du Soleil will bring one of its longest-running and most beloved touring shows to Auckland’s Spark Arena this October. Corteo, which premiered in Montreal under a Big Top tent in April 2005, has wowed more than 12 million spectators in 30 countries with a mix of comedy, performance art, music, illusions and acro…

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Whitcoulls Recommends: The Names and The Salt Path 5:28

8d ago5:28

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The Names by Florence Knapp. Cora is married to Gordon, a highly respected doctor, but what goes on in their own home is something entirely different. When she has a baby son she heads off to register his birth, with instructions from Gordon that she’s to name the baby after him - but her nine year old daughter has another idea, and Cora has her ow…

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Megan Singleton: BloggerAtLarge.com offers school holiday travel ideas 2:30

8d ago2:30

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The school holidays are coming up in a few weeks, and BloggerAtLarge's Megan Singleton has unveiled a fun travel hack powered by AI. Using ChatGPT or similar platforms, parents can now easily create scavenger hunt lists for any location, be it Rotorua or Sydney or even Ireland! Read more about Megan's ideas here. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/lis…

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The Sunday Panel: Unpacking the big Trump-Musk feud 10:39

8d ago10:39

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This week on the Sunday Panel, journalist and producer Irene Gardiner and senior PR consultant at One Plus One Communications, Damien Venuto, joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the week - and more! The Trump/Musk relationship imploded this week, with the pair taking to social media to snipe at each other. Who wins here? Was any…

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Erin O'Hara: naturopath and wellness expert on how men can avoid stress and burnout 4:52

8d ago4:52

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Men's health week is coming up - and it sparks discussion every year about how men can avoid stress and burnout. Research indicates long-term stress can impact men's mental health and these issues are often compounded by our nation's infamous 'She'll Be Right' attitude. Naturopath and wellness expert Erin O'Hara explains further. LISTEN ABOVE See o…

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Full Show Podcast: 08 June 2025 1:57:15

8d ago1:57:15

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On the Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin Full Show Podcast for Sundy 8 June 2025, Artistic Director for Cirque du Soleil's Corteo, Olaf Triebel, shares insights into just how his artists pull off their high risk stunts. Much loved Kiwi cook Annabel Langbein has a new home ... in France. She tells Francesca just how hard it was to buy a house in …

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Mike van de Elzen: Sauteed broccoli with white cabbage and chili garlic butter 4:20

8d ago4:20

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Sauteed broccoli with white cabbage and chili garlic butter Cook time: 5 minutes Prep time: 10 minutes Serves: 6 1/2 large white cabbage, cut into small wedges 10 heads sprouting broccoli 150 gm butter cracked pepper 1/4 cup curly parsley 1 red chili 2 cloves garlic sea salt 2 tbsp sunflower oil 1 lemon 1 cup fresh coriander Bring a large pot of wa…

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Dr Michelle Dickinson: nanotechnologist explains where the science of clapping comes from 4:39

8d ago4:39

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Most of us think clapping is just about two hands hitting each other, but new research out this week in the journal Physical Review Research found that the clap that we hear actually comes from the air being squeezed out between our palms. When your hands come together, whether flat or cupped, they trap a tiny bubble of air. That bubble escapes thr…

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Steve Newall: Flicks.co.nz editor on Neil Finn and other Kiwi entertainers calling for Western Springs to remain a concert venue 7:02

8d ago7:02

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Kiwi music legend Neil Finn is putting his weight behind a bid to bring music to Auckland's Western Springs stadium. He's supporting the bid by CRS Records to develop a music venue there. It's among options out for consultation - competing with a plan for a multisport venue put forward by Auckland FC's owners. Flicks.co.nz editor Steve Newall says …

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Rob Sarkies: Pike River director on the film's world premiere in Sydney 7:47

8d ago7:47

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Last night, some families of Pike River mine victims, along with members of the cast and crew, attended the world premiere of Pike River at the Sydney Film Festival. The feature film tells the story of the Pike River mine tragedy that took the lives of 29 men back in November 2010. Told from the perspective of the families, the story centres on clo…

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Jamie Ensor: NZ Herald political reporter on the impact of the Michael Forbes scandal 4:26

8d ago4:26

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There's a lot of unanswered questions relating to allegations against a former Prime Minister staffer. Michael Forbes has quit as acting deputy press secretary over allegations he took compromising recordings of sex workers - and photos of women he didn't know. A Wellington brothel complained to Police last July, who found it didn't meet the thresh…

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Dan Mitchinson: US correspondent on the ongoing war of the words between Donald Trump and Elon Musk 6:23

8d ago6:23

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US President Donald Trump has gotten into a public spat with Elon Musk, and it's left experts wondering what this could mean for next year's midterm elections. The pair have taken aim at each other on social media, with Trump threatening to cut federal contracts helping Musk and Musk calling for Trump's impeachment - among other accusations. US cor…

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Steve Hart: St Thomas of Canterbury College on the group of South Island boys' schools working to help young men 10:48

8d ago10:48

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A 13-strong group of boys’ schools across the South Island are uniting to help address the challenges faced by young men. This group is hoping to improve the outcomes for these boys - in both education and society. One of the schools involved is St Thomas of Canterbury College, and principal Steve Hart says new data has exposed the issues young men…

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Francesca Rudkin: There's no doubt that Robyn Malcolm is in her prime 3:07

8d ago3:07

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Two things have entertained me this week. We’ve had the falling out of two of the world’s most powerful and wealthy narcissists - all of which played out on their own social media platforms. This breakup must be the most predicted thing to come out of Trump’s presidency so far. After the drama of Thursday’s outbursts, there seems to be a de-escalat…

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TRDS - Unauthorized Too 1:36:33

12d ago1:36:33

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The Rich Dickman Show: Unauthorized Too Episode Summary: In this unauthorized sequel, chaos is the only agenda. The boys gather to drink Eagle Rare, fail to describe it, rage at OBS, and tumble headfirst into tangents about AI fatherhood, weird family dynamics, and the questionable ethics of digital legacies. From parenting dilemmas to high-stakes …

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Claire Turnbull: Nutritionist on her wellness guide End Your Fight with Food 13:15

15d ago13:15

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Do you find yourself stuck in a cycle of trying to eat well and and be healthier - but not being able to keep on track? Between all the social media crazes and fad diets, one expert aims to cut through all the confusion with her new book End Your Fight with Food. Claire Turnbull has had her struggles with disordered eating and bulimia, and she's us…

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Megan Singleton: BloggerAtLarge.com writer with her guide to finding hidden gems 4:19

15d ago4:19

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People are always looking to make the most of their trips - and BloggerAtLarge writer Megan Singleton revealed how you can find the undiscovered gems wherever you go. She recommends taking advantage of social media and Facebook community groups to discover what the locals enjoy. Read more of Megan's tips and tricks here. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio…

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Whitcoulls Recommends: The Martha’s Vineyard Beach and Book Club and Ocean 5:13

15d ago5:13

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The Martha’s Vineyard Beach and Book Club by Martha Hall Kelly. She’s a terrific writer of historical fiction (my favourite of hers is The Lilac Girls) – this time set on Martha’s Vineyard in two timelines – present day, when a young woman grieving the death of her mother arrives on the island and discovers things about her mother she never knew; w…

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The Sunday Panel: Will we read Jacinda Ardern's new book? 10:43

15d ago10:43

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This week on The Sunday Panel, Newstalk ZB’s Roman Travers and host of The Prosperity Project, Nadine Higgins, joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Should the Government follow the UK's lead and regulate - or ban - explicit AI deepfakes? Can we put protections in place? Jacinda Ardern's new book is set to be r…

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Erin O'Hara: naturopath and wellness expert explains why women are more likely to get autoimmune conditions 4:17

15d ago4:17

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Research shows women account for an estimated 78 percent of people with autoimmune conditions. Women are more likely to develop autoimmune conditions due to a combination of genetic, hormonal, and environmental factors. Naturopath and wellness expert Erin O'Hara explains further - and reveals how women can reduce the risks. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystu…

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Mike van de Elzen: Mike's Moroccan beef family pie 5:34

15d ago5:34

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Mike's Moroccan beef family pie COOK TIME: 40 minutes PREP TIME: 40 minutes SERVES: makes 1 bid pie 500gm diced beef 1 onion, peeled and sliced 6 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed 1 tbsp fennel seeds 1 tbsp paprika 1 red chili 500ml beef stock 1 tbsp tomato puree Sea salt sunflower oil 4 tbsp arrowroot 1 can chickpeas, drained 1 pkt flaky pastry, c…

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Full Show Podcast: 01 June 2025 1:56:38

15d ago1:56:38

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On the Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin Full Show Podcast for Sunday 1 June 2025, fresh off the Aotearoa Music Awards, indie folk artist Mel Parsons stops by for a performance of her single 'Post High Slide'. Nutritionist Claire Turnbull has had a destructive relationship with food for over 20 years. She talks of why she's using her experience …

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Dr Michelle Dickinson: nanotechnologist reveals how penguins help drive cloud formation over Antarctica 4:30

15d ago4:30

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When you think of penguins, you might imagine adorable black-and-white birds waddling across icy landscapes. But a surprising new study published in the journal Communications Earth and Environment reveals that penguins might also be helping to form clouds that could influence climate change. Adélie penguins, a species found only in Antarctica, eat…

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Steve Newall: Flicks.co.nz editor on the Aotearoa Music Awards labelling Chris Bishop's comments inappropriate 6:57

15d ago6:57

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Organisers of the Aotearoa Music Awards have labelled Chris Bishop's comments as 'inappropriate' - and say they have no place at their event. The National Party Cabinet minister's come under fire, for saying "what a load of crap" during a Stan Walker performance. Bishop says he was criticising what he described as 'overtly political' Toitū te Tirit…

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Mel Parsons: Kiwi singer-songwriter on her new music and upcoming tour 15:29

15d ago15:29

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Off the back of the Aotearoa Music Awards, indie folk star Mel Parsons has been planning out her next steps. She's released her new single Brick by Brick and she's been touring her way through New Zealand before making some stops in Australia. She says she feels 'lucky' that she gets to create her music independently - and she's experienced plenty …

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Lydia Bradey: New Zealand mountaineer on the group who used xenon gas to speed up their summit of Everest 8:22

15d ago8:22

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An unconventional trip up Mount Everest by British climbers has started a bit of a debate. The group managed to fly from London, summit Everest and return home in under a week by using xenon gas. The gas is said to help climbers quickly acclimatise to high altitudes. The trip has left many people questioning the ethics of using the gas - and asked …

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Jason Walls: Newstalk ZB political editor on David Seymour being sworn in as Deputy Prime Minister 5:04

15d ago5:04

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David Seymour was officially sworn in as Deputy Prime Minister - and he's hoping to be a bit different to his predecessors. He takes over from New Zealand First Leader Winston Peters, who just returned to the country after a visit to India, and he'll remain in the position until next year's election. Newstalk ZB political editor Jason Walls says th…

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Laura McClure: ACT MP calls for explicit deepfake AI content to be made illegal 10:14

15d ago10:14

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Act MP Laura McClure is calling on MPs from across Parliament to support her bill to make the production and distribution of explicit, deepfake AI content illegal. She says this type of content is having a damaging impact on many young Kiwis, and to demonstrate her point she held up a deepfake photo of herself in Parliament. McClure says she hoped …

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Francesca Rudkin: How can we stop the sideline abuse in sport? 3:57

15d ago3:57

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This week, the New Zealand rugby union say it will cancel senior rugby matches for a weekend if there are any more incidents of serious abuse directed towards referees. And I say - good on them. The Horowhenua Kapiti Rugby Football Union said recent events had seen refs targeted with verbal threats, threats of physical harm - including of being sta…

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Episode 12: David Nicholls, Kailane Bradley and Kaylee Bell 46:07

18d ago46:07

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In this edition of Great Chats with Francesca Rudkin, the author and screenwriter of the novel, film and television series One Day, David Nicholls is back with a new best-selling novel. He joins Francesca to talk the his massively successful career. Author Kailane Bradley was also on our shore for the Auckland Writer's Festival this month - and joi…

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Cricket burgers – shaking up the protein supply chain 35:51

18d ago35:51

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Melted cheese over a burger – is your stomach rumbling? How about making that cheese from plant protein and the burger from insects? We need to develop ways to produce more existing sources of protein more efficiently. Animal-based protein has an important role as part of a sustainable diet and as a contributor to food security. But now is the time…

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Georgia Lines: Kiwi musician on her new single and upcoming cabaret appearance 15:06

22d ago15:06

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Kiwi musician Georgia Lines is back with her new musical projects, and she's set to make an appearance at the upcoming cabaret festival. She released her new single Wonderful Life last Friday - and she's a finalist for four Tui’s at the Aotearoa Music Awards, including Single of the Year for her song The Letter. She says it was an 'amazing' experie…

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Raynor Winn: author of The Salt Path on the true story that inspired the film 14:34

22d ago14:34

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Author Raynor Winn experienced a week like no other back in 2013 - and it inspired the hit film starring Gillian Anderson and Jason Isaacs. In the space of seven days, she and her husband Moth lost their family home, and then Moth was diagnosed with a rare terminal degenerative brain disease and given two years to live. Homeless and facing an uncer…

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