Stories by Sonia Sly

Claire Concannon learns about experiments aimed at slowing Parkinson's Disease progression. Sonia Yee explores research into our perception of emotions in a mask-filled world.

Sonia Sly is in search of psychopaths. Are they born or are they made? What are the traits that a psychopath exhibits? And is everyone a psychopath to some extent?

University of Otago psychology professor Ted Ruffman says ageing brains means older men become less able to recognise emotions in other people.

New Zealand has one of the highest rates of domestic violence in the world, but sociology research shows life post- separation can still leave women feeling trapped.

Electronic gaming machines, or the pokies, are highly addictive. Sonia Sly investigates why problem gambling develops and how it is associated with other disorders.

Professor Ciara Cremin explores the politics of cross-dressing and gender identity in both her personal and her professional life.

Prof Harlene Hayne investigates childrens' artworks: are they just a picture or do they offer insights and clues into the kid's emotional world?

In this episode of Voices; we meet three young fashion designers to find out how digging into their cultural roots has allowed them to connect with their identity and find their own unique aesthetic…

The distinctive New Zealand accent and why young women lead the way in the evolution of a uniquely Kiwi way of talking.

An accidental encounter with the tree nettle, ongaonga, and some self experimentation may lead to a new pain treatment.

As ethnic and cultural diversity increases in New Zealand, psychologists discuss their work and the challenges posed by this increasing diversity.

Julia Rucklidge is investigating whether micronutrients can relieve stress and anxiety, help people quit smoking and treat ADHD.

Neuropsycholgist Paul Corballis talks about the way our brains perceive the world, how we recognise faces, and whether or not we can really multi-task.

New York-based prop stylist Rachel Stickley talks about her wildly creative craft in the latest episode of the podcast My Heals Are Killing Me.

How do fledgling designers see the future of fashion?

The wunderkinds filling a gap in the market and going global while they do it.

On New Zealander Jonathan Thai's resume you’ll find work with Prada, Miu Miu, and no fewer than five Vogue magazines

The top award went to a designer with a jacket obsession.

Sonia Sly talks to three fashion photographers about breaking into the dog-eat-dog industry.

Alice Canton is coming face-to-face with her Chinese and Pakeha identity in a new show at The Basement Theatre.

Behind the scenes at iD Fashion Week’s International Emerging Designer Awards.

Emilia Wickstead has worked for Armani and Vogue; now she runs her own fashion house. Here are her tips on how to make it.

Hear from the local bloggers that are making their mark on the fashion industry.

In the lead up to New Zealand Fashion Week, we go inside the world of casting calls.

Wellington-based synthpop artist Lttle Phnx talks about finding a sound that's as unique as her story of growing up.