Best David Caddy Podcasts (2025)

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Ice Ice Baby! How one man built an ice rink from scratch. 10:18

1h ago10:18

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What good is a Winter Festival without an ice rink? That's what engineer Neil Wilson of Hanmer Springs thought, so, he set about building one himself. He had mere weeks to complete the rink, and if that wasn't hard enough, an expert told him it was impossible. But to quote Neil, "I look after 1.8 million litres of water that we keep hot. I figured …

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Find out how we can protect our smallest insects 17:51

1h ago17:51

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The big question when it comes to protecting our native insects is how to track them? Many of them are barely big enough to spot let alone carry a tracking device, but research from the University of Canterbury might have found the answer in harmonic radar. The project is led by Associate Professor Steve Pawson, he joined Jesse to explain how it co…

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Our Changing World: Our rarest freshwater fish 12:13

23h ago12:13

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Our Changing World heads to the Mackenzie region in the South Island to meet one of New Zealand’s rarest fish – the lowland longjaw galaxias. Dean Nelson, a senior biodiversity ranger at the Department of Conservation, has been looking out for these tiny fish for two decades. Producer Karthic SS has this story, and he joins Dean during one of his m…

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The decades-long international hunt for a rare orchid 25:26

23h ago25:26

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This is the story of a single flower that took Europe and America by storm. The exceptionally rare orchid, dubbed 'Cattleya labiata', had a striking purple and crimson bloom, and quickly became one of the most coveted flowers in the world. But where did it come from? Sarah Rilston traces the tale of the hunt to find out, highlighting the fragile ec…

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Bookmarks: Food historian and critic David Burton 27:06

1d ago27:06

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David Burton has been writing about food for The Post, Cuisine Magazine and other outlets for over 40 years. He joins Jesse to share his favourite books, music and movies. We also got some restaurant picks out of him!

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Easy Eats: Delicious soup for chilly days 4:51

1d ago4:51

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Wednesday means it's time for Easy Eats and this week Kelly Gibney shares her recipe for chicken and risoni soup with turmeric, lemon and rosemary. Click here for the recipe.

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Heading Off: Africa on a motorbike 5:49

1d ago5:49

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David Lees might not be the first person to ride a motorbike solo through Africa, but he didn't start his adventure until he held a Gold Card! He shares his travel stories with Jesse.

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Measuring human progress in a positive way 8:47

1d ago8:47

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The University of Auckland's Professor Krushil Watene wants to shift the dial on how we measure progress, She says a Nature Relationship Index could concentrate on how well countries care for eco-systems, equitable access to nature and preventing environmental harm. She tells Jesse why it's time to reward positive action, rather than just recording…

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Creating space in Rodney for cycle trails 14:18

1d ago14:18

14:18

Cycleways are often a hot button topic, but not in the Auckland district of Rodney, where plans are underway to build a 120k trail from Puhoi to Mangawhai for cycling, walking, running and even horse riding in some areas. Currently there are 23 'Great Rides' around the country, cycle trails that attract cycling tourism and stimulate local economies…

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Listening without hearing: What concerts are like for deaf people 15:47

1d ago15:47

15:47

What is the concert-going experience like for a deaf person?

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The Pre Panel for 1 July 2025 9:22

2d ago9:22

9:22

Wallace Chapman previews tonight's instalment of The Panel.

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Move over introverts and extroverts - are you an otrovert? 24:58

2d ago24:58

24:58

Some people are joiners, and some people feel like outsiders their whole lives. We grow up believing that belonging is everything, that happiness depends on finding our people, our tribe, our place in the crowd. But not fitting in is not a flaw says psychiatrist Dr Rami Kaminski. For 40 years he's seen patients who come to him yearning to be like o…

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NSW bracing for wild weather 7:56

2d ago7:56

7:56

The NSW State Emergency Service has over 300 volunteers on stand-by around the state with concerns a "bomb cyclone" is intensifying off the coast. Plus, the jury is deliberating in the mushroom murder trial that's been dominating headlines, and news that celebrity chef Rick Stein is opening a new restaurant in Sydney.…

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Star Gazers and Without Fear or Favour: A Life in Law 8:59

2d ago8:59

8:59

Book critic Bill Hastings discusses Star Gazers by Duncan Sarkies and Ken Keith's Without Fear or Favour: A Life in Law.

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Why Mark Zuckerberg is offering millions to work for him. 9:40

2d ago9:40

9:40

Mark Zuckerberg, the man behind Facebook and Instagram, is on the hunt for new staff, and his approach is wild. In the race to snap up A.I talent, Zuckerberg is reportedly going on house visits and dangling big incentives, in some cases offering people a signing bonus of 100 million dollars.

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The cautionary tale that goes to the wellness industry 14:52

2d ago14:52

14:52

Award winning RNZ journalist Phil Vine is back with a new podcast that uncovers the dark side of therapeutic community - or cult - in the 1960's Te Anau. You can find The Lodge on the RNZ website and wherever you get your podcasts.

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Lego Legends - the Christchurch mums taking on the world. 8:16

2d ago8:16

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The Australian iteration of Lego Masters - the reality game show that takes the concept of building blocks to new heights - is about to return. In the latest season Australian teams will compete against teams from all over the world, including New Zealand. Emily Fryer and Sarah Mosley will be flying the flag for New Zealand after competing in the f…

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Who decides who succeeds at entrepreneurship? 8:26

2d ago8:26

8:26

The University of Auckland is playing host to a major business conference spotlighting female entrepreneurship with industry experts focusing on funding inequities, structural barriers, and the future of women in business. Co-chair for this conference, Professor Christine Woods spoke to Jesse.

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Top NCAA Golf Coach Insight with Northwestern's David Inglis 1:00:29

3d ago1:00:29

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In this episode of Linked by Golf, Ross McGuire is joined by David Inglis, head coach of the Northwestern University men's golf team and a key figure in the development of elite amateur talent in the U.S. Matt Fitzpatrick and Luke Donald both started their professional journey at Northwestern. From his journey through college and professional golf …

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Here Now - Iran War 9:36

3d ago9:36

9:36

Kadambari Gladding talks to some Iranians in New Zealand to find out how they are coping with the crisis in the Middle East.

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How positive psychology can transform relationships 23:07

3d ago23:07

23:07

Wellness is more than the absence of illness. Positive psychology is a growing field that shifts the focus from what's going wrong in our lives, to what's going right. Dr James Pawelski is a pioneer of using evidence-based research to transform education, business and even romance with positive psychology. He and his wife Suzie Pileggi Pawelski, co…

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Expert Feature: Tiny Gardens 25:21

3d ago25:21

25:21

Find out how you can make the most of any green space - no matter how small - with our expert, Martin Steel-Brown.

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Information Cold Call - Westport in the Spotlight 12:59

3d ago12:59

12:59

This week Jesse chats to a staff member at the Westport isite centre.

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TV Review: 'Ocean' and 'The Mirror and the Light' 11:26

3d ago11:26

11:26

Critic Linda Burgess discusses David Attenborough's documentary 'Ocean' and the new series of 'The Mirror and the Light' the show based on Hilary Mantel's Wolf Hall books.

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The movies you must see! 9:57

3d ago9:57

9:57

Over the past week The New York Times has slowly released a list of the Top 100 Best Movies of the 21st Century. Listen to find out what did, and didn't, make the cut.

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Leaving his mark: a tribute to Andrew Withington 4:33

3d ago4:33

4:33

Singer and conductor Andrew Withington was a teacher and mentor to many. He died over the weekend at the age of 46. Today, a former student pays tribute.

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Keeping the winter bugs away with kadha 7:08

3d ago7:08

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Kadha is a hot spiced drink that has been an Indian mum staple for centuries, and with winter bugs doing the rounds, it's the perfect tonic to keep illness at bay. Perzen Patal shares the recipe and explains why it's her go-to winter fix.

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New hope for healing spinal cord injuries 13:14

3d ago13:14

13:14

As it currently stands, most spinal cord injuries are incurable, but that could be about to change.

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103: Ian Fraser – Equipment and The Fraser Golf Institute 48:04

6d ago48:04

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In this episode, we are joined by Ian Fraser. Ian (@ianfrasergolf) is the founder of The Fraser Golf Institute. --- Follow us: Twitter - @TournamentCode Instagram - @thetournamentcode YouTube - The Tournament Code Hosted by: Cooper Collins (@coopercollins99), Jack Bergstrom (@Jack_Bergstrom), Daniel Hamrin (@DanielHamrin) Sponsored by: https://putt…

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The Pre-Panel for 27 June 2025 7:32

6d ago7:32

7:32

Jesse Mulligan is joined by The Panel host Wallace Chapman and producer Tessa Guest to preview this evening's marlarky.

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Critter of the Week - Spotlight on the stars in our forests 15:57

6d ago15:57

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This week's critter of the week will resonate with highly observant nature lovers. You may have noticed strange little markings covering the surface of leaves, turns out these are actually tunnels created by some of our leaf mining insects. Insects like the leather-leaf star miner. As the name suggests, the caterpillars of these small brown moths m…

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How to help our four-legged friends in stormy weather. 7:01

6d ago7:01

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Bad weather abounds for much of the country today and this weekend. So how do you make sure your four-legged friends are looked after when the weather is extreme? Dr Megan Alderson, founding director of The Strand Veterinarian and creative director of Vet Thrive is here to help.

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A perfect winter meal - homemade pork and sage sausages 8:23

6d ago8:23

8:23

Cold weather means warm meals, and today we've got a beauty to share with you. Julie Biuso from sharedkitchen.co.nz shares her recipe for homemade pork and sage sausages with orange scented apple sauce.

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NZ Live - Jazmine Mary 32:43

6d ago32:43

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Despite being born in Australia they've been a mainstay of the Auckland Music scene since 2012, so we're claiming them. As well as their solo work you might know them as one half of the group Pony Baby... Jazmine Mary's third album "I want to Rock and Roll" was released earlier this month via Flying Nun Records.…

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Film review: 'F1' and 'Kōkā' 12:08

6d ago12:08

12:08

Film critic Kate Rodger gives her hot takes on Brad Pitt's new film F1 and Kōkā.

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Freaky Friday: A mystery in the Maldives 6:16

6d ago6:16

6:16

Freaky Friday is home to all of your weird, unexplained, and occult stories. This Friday we are joined by Rachel, who's currently in Vietnam, but her story stems from a holiday in the Maldives.

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How to take an award-winning photo 12:03

6d ago12:03

12:03

Two Dunedin teenagers have wowed the judges of Tūhura Otago Museum's Wildlife Photography Awards. They also happen to be brothers.

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Celebrating the stories of legendary West Coasters 7:50

6d ago7:50

7:50

A new app will give West Coasters a window into Hokitika's heritage. It's called 'Legendary Coasters', and it's focussed on the area's social history as well as its landscapes. For a time Hokitika was one of the country's most populated towns, and the app will teach you all about the colourful characters that came and went during New Zealand's gold…

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Fast-paced thriller adaptation of Romeo & Juliet hits Auckland 11:08

6d ago11:08

11:08

Romeo, Mercutio, and Benvolio joined Jesse in studio to act out a scene from the most famous love stories of all time.

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The surprising demand for animal x-rays 10:30

6d ago10:30

10:30

For some, taxidermy is egregious and gross, while others, like Eryn Gribble, see it as a medium for stunning art.

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The Pre-Panel for 26 June 2025 8:23

7d ago8:23

8:23

Jesse Mulligan is joined by The Panel host Wallace Chapman and producer Jose Barbosa to preview this evening's marlarky.

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Solving the World's Problems - the limit of speed limit chat 8:14

7d ago8:14

8:14

Simon Wilson and Jesse discuss how can we have a better, more productive debate about road safety. Why does our starting point always seem to be getting everyone to drive faster?

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History with Dr Grant Morris - NZ, Iran and the meat trade 10:56

7d ago10:56

10:56

Historian Dr Grant Morris looks at New Zealand's relationship with Iran and the difficult balance between economics and politics.

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Sporting History - Steve Williams, NZ's most famous golf caddy 28:43

7d ago28:43

28:43

Steve Williams is widely regarded as one of the most successful caddies in golf history. He caddied for Tiger Woods for 12 years, winning 13 majors together. The pair parted ways in 2011. Now Steve has written a book "Together we Roared" about his time caddying for Tiger.

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Podcast Critic - Conspiracyland and Rabbit Hole 9:06

7d ago9:06

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This week our podcast critic Tessa Guest and Jesse discuss Conspiracyland 2 and The Rabbit Hole. Conspiracyland 2 is where the BBC's Disinformation correspondent Marianna Spring investigates the rise in conspiracy movements. The Rabbit Hole is a podcast from the New York Times, presented by Kevin Roose, it's a series about how the internet is chang…

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She Is Not Your Rehab - Children's Edition 7:28

7d ago7:28

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Following the success of their number one bestselling book She Is Not Your Rehab; founders of the global anti-domestic violence movement Matt and Sarah Brown are now turning their focus to the next generation. They've written a children's book, This Is Not Yours to Carry, they told Jesse this book offers kids a tool to understand and release their …

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NZ scientists hoping to crack issue produce going to landfill 11:54

7d ago11:54

11:54

New Zealand scientists say they have developed 'world first' technology which has the potential to solve a huge problem in our horticulture industry Sustainability venture 'Powered by plants' has produced a system which converts surplus produce into dried ingredients, bio energy and organic fertiliser. Currently 20% of the 6.2 million tonnes of pro…

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The Australian writer denied entry to the USA 14:28

7d ago14:28

14:28

Alistair Kitchen has a warning for those planning travel to the United States. During a stopover in Los Angeles the Australian writer was pulled from the customs line, detained for 12 hours and questioned about his views on the Israel-Palestine conflict. He tells Jesse about the experience, and what happened next.…

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Our Changing World: Training our immune systems 11:53

8d ago11:53

11:53

While tuberculosis is not a major health issue in New Zealand, worldwide it remains the leading infectious disease killer. The vaccine against tuberculosis, called BCG, was first developed in France more than 100 years ago using a strain of bacteria that lost its disease-causing ability. Scientists refer to this as a live attenuated vaccine. On Our…

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