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1 Antonia Prebble: Kiwi actress talks podcasting project and 20 years of Outrageous Fortune 14:23
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedAntonia Prebble has basically grown up on our TV screens, and she's looking back on a major milestone this week. This Saturday marks the 20th anniversary of the first episode of Outrageous Fortune, and Prebble's been reflecting on all the memories that came out of that shows. She says she felt like she grew up within her role on Outrageous Fortune - and the experience 'changed her life." "If I'd have known from that first day on set in 2005 playing Loretta that I would be a member of the West family for the next 12 years and that I would meet my husband as part of this kind of universe - I would have told you it wasn't happening." LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
1 Guy Montgomery: TV star and comedian on recent award nominations and the success of Guy Montgomery's Guy Mont-Spelling Bee 17:43
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIt's safe to say that Kiwi comedian Guy Montgomery's been having a successful time across the Tasman. He found fame in New Zealand through hit shows like Have You Been Paying Attention and Thank God You're Here - but across the ditch, Guy Montgomery's Guy Mont-Spelling Bee has been picked up for another season and he's been nominated for a Logie at the Australian Television awards. Montgomery says it's all 'unbelievable'. "The amount of shows or opportunities for young comedians to be blighted on TV and introduced to that audience are less...so for the live comedy industry to be able to platform new voices and have this show take off, for me to be part of that is also great." LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
1 Whitcoulls Recommends: Isola and The Monster of Harrods 3:55
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIsola by Allegra Goodman. In the 16th century, Marguerite is born into great wealth but after being orphaned at the age of three a guardian, Roberval, is appointed, who over several years steals her entire fortune. Destitute, her only option is to rely on him for everything and when he takes her on an expedition to sea she falls in love with his servant. Incandescent with rage, Roberval abandons them on a remote, inhospitable island where they’re left to fight for survival. Based on actual historical events, this is extraordinary. The Monster of Harrods by Alison Kervin. Turns out that Mohamed al Fayed was a monster and presided over a reign of terror during his ownership of Harrods. Scores of women were offended against and this offending was known by the Metropolitan Police, who colluded with him, and by parliamentarians and the Royal family - but no one ever acted and he went to his grave without justice being done. This is a very dark history of an amazing department store that many of us have loved for a long time. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
1 Megan Singleton: BloggerAtLarge.com writer on her experience in Santa Monica in California 3:46
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedMegan Singleton's continued her journey into Santa Monica, California - and she's been taking in the sights, sounds and rooftop bars. She's been working her way through the area's best-reviewed restaurants and eateries, and she's even experienced the infamous driverless taxis in the region. Read more about Megan's experience here. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
1 The Sunday Panel: Is it fair for Foodstuffs to make workers redundant? 9:43
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThis week on the Sunday Panel, Coast Day host Lorna Riley and managing director at 818, Chris Henry, joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Foodstuffs North Island is looking at disestablishing roles at Victoria Park New World, after it was gutted by a blaze last month. The workers have expressed disappointment - what do we make of this? New research has revealed there's no safe amount of processed meat to eat. Will this change our eating habits? Do we follow this research? Would we get in a driverless taxi? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Kent Johns: health and well-being coach on the benefits of cold water therapy 4:25
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIce baths and cold plunges have grown wildly popular in recent years, thanks to podcasters, social media influencers, professional athletes and others touting their benefits. They have been found to reduce muscle soreness and inflammation after exercise, improve circulation and they've been linked to mood enhancement and stress reduction. Health and well-being coach Kent Johns explains further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
1 Mike van de Elzen: Three-cheese French quiche (1) 4:14
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThree-cheese French quiche Cook time: 30 minutes Prep time: 10 minutes Serves: 6 people 2 sheets savoury pastry 6 eggs 1 cup cream Salt and pepper Cheeses cut into small dice. These can any three you wish to choose or better still use up. Camembert Gorgonzola Tasty cheese Preheat oven to 180*C. Grease a 26cm flan or quiche tin. Take the pastry and line the base of the tart. The tart will be bigger than the pastry so join the two pieces of pastry together to make a big enough piece. Lay over some grease proof paper and press into the corners. Fill the tart with some baking beads, chickpeas or similar and blind bake for 20 minutes. Removing the beads and paper and allow to cool after this time. Make up the filling mixture by beating the eggs and the cream, then season, easy! Pour the mixture into the tart cases and then sprinkle over the cheeses. Place into the oven for a further 30 minutes. Serve hot, warm or cold. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
1 Dr Michelle Dickinson: nanotechnologist on whether cheese gives you nightmares 3:42
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedYou’ve probably heard the old saying: “Don’t eat cheese before bed, or you’ll have nightmares.” But is there actually any truth to it? A new study published in the journal Frontiers in Psychology suggests there might be. Researchers surveyed over 1,000 volunteers about their sleep, dreams, and eating habits. They found that people with worse symptoms of lactose intolerance (people who don't digest dairy well) were more likely to experience more frequent, distressing, and persistent nightmares. This research builds on earlier studies, including a 2015 Canadian investigation into 'food-dependent dreaming,' which found nearly half of respondents linked late-night eating to disturbing dreams. Dairy products and sweets were the most commonly cited culprits. Scientists think there are a few possible reasons why dairy and disturbing dreams could be linked: Sleep Disruption from GI Symptoms : Gastrointestinal discomfort, a common result of lactose intolerance, is known to cause fragmented sleep. These micro-arousals may enhance dream recall and increase the intensity or unpleasantness of dreams. Anxiety and Arousal : GI issues may elevate baseline anxiety levels, which are associated with an increased frequency of nightmares. Additionally, trigger foods may stimulate the sympathetic nervous system, leading to sleep disturbances during REM. Neurochemical Hypotheses : One theory involves tyramine, a naturally occurring compound in aged cheeses derived from tyrosine (and some other foods including cured meats and fermented foods). Tyramine is known to promote the release of noradrenaline, a neurotransmitter implicated in REM sleep and dream modulation. However, other high-tyramine foods like chocolate do not have a reported link to nightmares, suggesting this mechanism is inconclusive. Interestingly, the study also suggested that we might be just blaming cheese when it's not actually the cheese's fault! A previous study from 2015 found nearly half of participants thought eating late at night gave them weird dreams. Dairy and sugary foods were the top suspects. But it’s also possible that this idea has stuck with us because of an old wives’ tale that set up a nightmare mindset before bed. What we do know is that going to bed with a full stomach, especially after fatty or rich foods, can lead to poor sleep and more dream recall, whether you’re eating cheese, chocolate, or pizza. So if you are having strange or unpleasant dreams, the research suggests: Avoid eating right before bed. Skip foods that make your stomach feel funny or that you find hard to digest. Keep a sleep and food diary to look for patterns. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
1 Steve Newall: Flicks.co.nz editor on Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath performing their final concert 5:48
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedAfter 57 years of making music - Black Sabbath have performed their final-ever show in the UK. Fans from all over the world packed out Villa Park in Birmingham, watching on as Ozzy Osbourne and his band performed popular songs including War Pigs , Iron Man , and wrapped up with Paranoid . Flicks.co.nz editor Steve Newall says the tribute show was opened by other rock icons, including Tool, Metallica and Guns N Roses. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
1 Jamie Ensor: NZ Herald political reporter on the backlash to Treaty requirements for school boards 4:03
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThere's criticism of Treaty requirements for school boards. Education Minister Erica Stanford says a section in the Education and Training Amendment Bill requiring school boards to reflect tikanga Māori in policies and plans wasn't added by her. Prime Minister Chris Luxon says many education regulations mention Treaty obligations - which isn't Stanford's focus. NZ Herald political reporter Jamie Ensor explains further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
1 Elliott Smith: Newstalk ZB rugby commentator on the All Blacks' 31-27 win over France in Dunedin. 8:24
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThree disallowed tries courtesy of the TMO has made for a scrappy opening match for the All Blacks to begin 2025. They’ve escaped with a 31-27 win over the French in Dunedin, having led 21-13 at halftime. Newstalk ZB rugby commentator Elliott Smith says it was a close match, but the All Blacks found a way to win in the end. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
1 Graeme Edgeler: lawyer on the potential legal hurdle impacting Government plans to change the Census 8:09
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedDiscussions are taking place over the future of the Census, and one expert is warning there's a factor the Government hasn't considered. Last month, Minister Shane Reti announced the five yearly data collection will be scrapped - instead, he plans to use administrative data from Government agencies and an annual survey. Wellington barrister Graeme Edgeler says the Data and Statistics Act requires a a periodic Census. "There are a lot of other laws which deal with the Census as well - and one of the really important ones is the Electoral Act and one of the reasons why we count people is so we can divide them up into 70 or so electorates around the country, and they've all got to have the same number of people in them." LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
1 Francesca Rudkin: Why can't we get sports stadiums right? 3:15
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedAs the All Blacks took to the field at Forsyth Barr Stadium in Dunedin last night to stagger over the line against the French, I thought about the calls I had on Marcus Lush Nights on Friday, talking about the future of our large stadiums - and in particular of Forsyth Barr Stadium and Wellington’s Sky Stadium. It doesn’t seem to matter which city you’re in across the country, stadiums are problematic. Auckland continues its decade-old debate about whether we need a new multipurpose waterfront stadium and now, what to do with Western Springs. Christchurch rate payers are unhappy about the cost blowouts for their new stadium, Te Kaha - although when it opens I reckon they'll be won over and pretty happy. Wellington has a stadium that’s not well designed for rectangle sports - rugby or football - suffers for the city’s inclement weather and rarely looks full. Te Kaha has them all spooked. As fans took their seat at Forsyth Barr last night they may have wondered how likely, after Christchurch’s shiny new stadium opens next year, they will be to see concerts from artists such as Pink and Ed Sheeran, or All Black tests, in their city again. And they are right to be worried. There is only so much sport to go around, and with more global acts skipping New Zealand, competition is only going to get tougher. We tend to think of large outdoors stadium as a must for a city of a certain size - a required piece of civic infrastructure like a library, theatre or art gallery - but perhaps we’re more ambitious than we need to be. Does the South Island really need two covered stadiums? Perhaps not. But if you live in Christchurch you’re thinking about Christchurch, not contemplating what it means for the stadium down the road. Forsyth Barr was conceived before the Christchurch Earthquake, opening in time for the 2011 Rugby World Cup. So Forsyth Barr always expected to compete with Christchurch, and obviously there was confidence it could. You could say Dunedin has had an unexpected advantage over the last 14 years. But now with competing stadiums, it’s on the council and stadium management to step up and find a way to ensure the stadium remains an asset for the city and not a white elephant. The saying ‘built it and people will come’ doesn’t apply to stadiums. You need to convince people to choose your stadium and your city to perform in, and then convince the locals to attend. Everyone has a role in making stadiums work. Look at Eden Park. The recent change to allow up to 12 concerts a year to be held there has seen a surge in fondness for the place - even if it’s mind-blowing how long it’s taken to happen. The benefit are obvious on show weekends. Last night looked like a great night in Dunedin. The crowd in full voice, clearly enjoying the entertainment - both the stadium and the All Blacks got the job done. Gee, I hope it lasts. It’s going to be really difficult, but hopefully Dunedin will find a way to make sure Forsyth Barr remains a source of pride. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
1 Michel Boersma: producer and curator of The Art of Banksy talks Auckland exhibit 15:15
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedAfter making an impression on millions around the world - and making an appearance in Wellington in 2024, 'The Art of Banksy' exhibit is set to hit Auckland. Banksy is one of the world's most famous artists with a significant global following, but his identity remains unknown - despite exhibitions of his work selling out and attracting interest. Banksy didn't personally curate this exhibit, but producer and curator Michel Boersma says he's had dealings with the artists. "People have a view of Banksy as this sort of Robin Hood figure in general - we've done this in 90 cities around the world and in general, you get this whole Robin Hood kind of thing. We are dealing with collectors and collectors who buy art, often direct from Banksy - art that he's created to sell for his own lifestyle." LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Whitcoulls Recommends: The River is Waiting and Baddest Man 4:31
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe River is Waiting by Wally Lamb. He’s beloved by loads of readers, especially for his brilliant book I Know this Much is True . This new one is, to a large degree, informed by the years he spent teaching creative writing to incarcerated women in a Connecticut prison. It’s the story of a man whose life is in a downward spiral. Corby Ledbetter is out of work and self medicating when he causes a devastating accident which upends both his entire life, and that of his family and sends him to prison. Isolated and fearful, he’s desperate for a way back, and for redemption, which neither he nor his family might be prepared to give. Baddest Man by Mark Kriegel. Mike Tyson was boxing’s youngest ever heavyweight champion, and this is the story of the first 22 years of his life. I’m no fan of the sport but I’m fascinated by boxers – years ago I read Tyson’s autobiography, Undisputed Truth and loved it. This book gives his origin story – the author’s written a terrific account of the forces which shaped Tyson and what made him into the extraordinary athlete he became – but also into the baddest man. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Megan Singleton: BloggerAtLarge.com writer on the Air New Zealand Premium Economy v Skycouch debate 4:46
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIf you're in a position where you can upgrade your seat for a long haul flight, there's still a debate to be had about which seat is better. Air New Zealand’s Skycouch allows travellers the freedom to lie down on the plane - but how does it compare to the reclining seats in Premium Economy? BloggerAtLarge's Megan Singleton compared the two - and wrote a review on her blog here. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 The Sunday Panel: What do we make of the new Lotto changes? 8:17
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThis week on the Sunday Panel, Newstalk ZB Wellington Mornings host Nick Mills and host of the Front Page podcast, Chelsea Daniels, joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the week - and more! The Government's new sentencing reforms are set to kick in today - what do we make of these? Do we see these new changes making a difference? Lotto Powerball could be about to get a whole lot harder - is this outrageous? Would you bother getting a ticket now? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Jimmy Rees: Australian comedian and YouTube star on his first ever tour of New Zealand 14:24
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedFamed Australian comedian and social media star Jimmy Rees has made a name for himself across a number of platforms - and he's taking his latest tour on the road. He's set to perform in New Zealand for the first time ever, as well as Hobart, Sydney, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Adelaide, Perth, Melbourne, and Canberra between October and December 2025. He says there's plenty in his act for people to laugh at on both sides of the Tasman - America, for instance. "I guess it's a bit nerve-wracking, you know? Australia's big, but we also have some very concentrated cities as well. The land mass is enormous." LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Erin O'Hara: naturopath and wellness expert on the best ways to stop work stress impacting sleep 4:03
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedWhen you’re feeling stressed about work, it can be hard to leave it at the office - and this can impact sleeping habits. Poor sleep quality, including interrupted sleep or non-restorative sleep, is associated with a variety of negative consequences - health-related problems, diminished quality of life, and economic costs. Naturopath and wellness expert Erin O'Hara unpacked the impact of work stress and poor sleep - and unveiled how you could reduce these impacts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Mike van de Elzen: Keep the kids busy with carrot cupcakes 5:18
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedCarrot cupcakes Ingredients 1 tsp baking powder ¾ cup plain flour 1 tsp cinnamon 1 tsp baking soda ½ cup raw sugar 2 free range eggs ½ cup vegetable oil 2 cups grated carrots ½ cup chopped nuts (can be walnuts or hazelnuts). 2 tbsp raisins 2 tbsp of decoration Icing Juice of 1 lemon 1 tbsp butter, softened 100g cream cheese, softened ½ cup icing sugar, sifted Method Preheat oven to 190*C. Combine all dry ingredients in a large bowl. Add eggs and oil and mix until just combined. Fold in carrots, nuts and raisins. Divide mix evenly between lightly greased cupcake moulds or muffin tins. Bake for 20-25 minutes. Allow to cool in tin for 5 minutes then turn out onto wire racks. Ice when completely cool, and decorate with anything - light silverballs, sunflower seeds, coconut or shaved chocolate. For the icing Beat together lemon juice, cream cheese and butter. Add sugar and continue to beat until smooth. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Michelle Dickinson: nanotechnologist on the molecule that could be used to create an 'exercise pill' 4:02
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedWe’ve all heard that regular exercise is good for you. But a major new study published in Cell might have just found a way to bottle its benefits and deliver them to people who can’t hit the gym. Over six years, the researchers tracked 13 healthy volunteers as they exercised, from a single 5km run to a 25-day running plan and they collected as much data as they could across the body including genes, proteins, metabolism, gut bacteria, and immune cells. They found that at first, exercise stresses the body out with inflammation and metabolic overload. But over time, the body adapts and rebuilds, emerging stronger and more balanced. Surprisingly they found that your kidneys play a leading role in how your body responds to exercise. Betaine is a natural molecule made by the kidneys, as a powerful 'exercise mimetic' something that can copy many of the health benefits of physical activity, especially when it comes to slowing down aging. The researchers gave betaine supplements to aging mice and found that : Their immune cells looked and acted younger. Inflammation dropped significantly. Physical coordination and memory improved. Even signs of depression faded. All without the mice needing to exercise. Betaine works by blocking a key inflammation switch in the body (called TBK1). This shuts down the chronic 'inflammaging' the slow, inflammation that drives many age-related diseases. This discovery doesn’t mean you should stop moving, exercise still offers a whole package of benefits that pills can’t fully replicate. But for people who are older, injured, or living with disabilities, this research could lead to real, science-backed alternatives. Betaine is already known to be safe, and the researchers believe it has strong potential as a geroprotective supplement one that could help people stay healthier, longer. Future clinical trials will tell us if these effects hold true in humans at scale. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Steve Newall: Flicks.co.nz editor ahead of the 2025 New Zealand International Film Festival 5:14
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe 2025 edition of the New Zealand International Film Festival is set to open in Auckland from July 31st and run until September 10th. The event is speculated to show a wide range of films, from local productions to overseas affairs with international prestige. Flicks.co.nz editor Steve Newall unpacked some of the films expected to be screening - and outlined some promising entries. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Laura Hedley: Cardrona and Treble Cone Chief Mountain Officer on Cardrona becoming New Zealand's largest ski field 4:17
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedCardrona Alpine Resort has officially launched their highly-anticipated Soho Basin - expanding to become New Zealand’s largest commercial ski area. The expansion was part of a long-term investment program by RealNZ, Cardrona’s parent company, and it increases the area's total footprint to 615 hectares. Cardrona and Treble Cone Chief Mountain Officer Laura Hedley says as soon as the conditions are right, they'll be opening the area up for skiing. "There's 150 hectares of terrain in there, which is huge. It's new terrain, no one's been in there...we were really conscious when we did the terrain trail development so that we could keep it as natural as possible." LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Jason Walls: Newstalk ZB political editor on David Seymour's first significant outing as Acting Prime Minister 5:36
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedACT leader David Seymour's had to step up over the last few days, as Prime Minister Luxon spends time working on relationships overseas. Luxon's been in China and Europe, meaning Seymour's had to address the media as part of a post-Cabinet press conference - and answer questions. Newstalk ZB political editor Jason Walls says Luxon's taken all the necessary steps to ensure both Deputy Prime Ministers were prepared for the role ahead of the next election. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Rick Shera: internet and copyright lawyer on Denmark allowing people to copyright their own features in bid to tackle deepfakes 8:24
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe Danish Government is set to allow citizens to claim property rights over their features and voices in a bid to tackle the impact of AI deepfakes. The proposed legislation would mean that people would have the right to ask platforms to take deepfake content down if it breached copyright infringement. Copyright lawyer Rick Shera is sceptical about the prospect of this new law making a difference. "The real issue for me is that it doesn't really address the underlying problem - which is the harm that's caused by deepfakes of a particularly intimate nature." LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedA spate of new sentencing reforms will take effect today, including the sentence discount caps that promise to restore 'real consequences' for crime. As part of the reforms, judges won't be able to reduce an offender's sentence by more than 40 percent for mitigating factors. Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith says the Government's top priority is to restore law and order. "Remember, people were very worried about disorder in their communities and streets and high levels of crime - and over the last 18 months, we've been doing a lot of things. But a big part of it is about ensuring there are real consequences for crime." LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Francesca Rudkin: Making Lotto harder to win might come with more problems 2:57
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedSo, what’s your number? What’s the amount you think would be perfect to win in Lotto Powerball? The amount that allows you to pay off the mortgage, set the kids up, help family, and maybe fulfil a dream or two - but without it upending your life in a negative way? We’ve all got a fantasy number, right? I reckon $10 million would be perfect, but to be honest, I’d take anything the numbers give me. A couple of grand - cheers! Lotto NZ has a proposition to evolve the draw to ensure it continues to appeal to people. It’s early stages and will need Government approval, but the idea is to see fewer regular wins and more of the exciting mega jackpots of $50 million. How do they do this? By adding another Powerball number. Currently to win Powerball, you need to get the 6 first division numbers, and the Powerball number. There are 10 balls in the Powerball draw and your chances of winning are 1 in 38 million. Add one extra Powerball and the odds would decrease to 1 in 42.2 million, meaning the jackpots rise to the crazy amounts which cause a frenzy of ticket sales. $50 million jackpots sound exciting. It’s why so many people ignore the odds and queue up to buy a ticket in the hope of winning an unfathomable amount of money. So Lotto NZ are likely onto something here. But it will also make it harder to win. I’ve always felt uncomfortable when the number gets above the $20 million mark. Yes, it’s wonderful to think of the good you could do, but I also start to think about things - like whether I would tell anyone? How could you keep it private? Would it impact my friendships? Relationships with family? How would it impact our children and how they chose to live their lives? Would it change priorities and values? Yes, you could say it’s a waste of energy overthinking something which I can say with confidence is not going to happen. Even so, hearing about Powerball winners, and there have been 11 overnight millionaires this year, including two lucky punters who split $30 million from Saturday last week, does see me buying the occasional ticket. So knowing it’s even harder to win and there will be fewer winners makes the lotto draw less appealing to me. For two simple reasons. I don’t think anyone needs to win $50 million. And I’d much prefer more New Zealanders had the life changing experience of waking up on Sunday a heck of lot better off, rather than just a few waking up filthy rich. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin
1 Episode 13: Celine Song, AA Dhand and Chris Parker 45:18
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this edition of Great Chats with Francesca Rudkin, we hear from filmmaker Celine Song on her Hollywood hit, The Materialists starring Dakota Johnson, Pedro Pascal and Chris Evans. Author AA Dhand talks his latest thriller, The Chemist. Francesca asks how his experiences with abuse, violence and overdoses while running a late hour pharmacy in the UK informed his writing. And one of our top comedians, Chris Parker is on a nationwide tour. So he joined Francesca in studio talk New Zealand's ever-growing comedy scene. Great Chats with Francesca Rudkin brings you the best interviews from Newstalk ZB's The Sunday Session. Listen on iHeartRadio or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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