Afternoons for Friday 2 September 2022

 

1:15 Pea protein could give oat milk the nutrition its currently lacking

New research on peas is showing that it could be the link to adding more nutritional value to plant based beverages.

Ken Morison, Associate Professor at the Department of Chemical and Process Engineering at Canterbury University talks to Jesse about the work one of his students is doing.

1:25 Vape motivations different for teens and adults

A new study shows a significant gap between the motivations for vaping between adults and teens.

It also indicates that teens are less aware of the health risks associated with vaping.

To explain, we're joined by Assistant Research Fellow at the University of Otago's Christchurch paediatrics department and lead researcher Dr Ben Wamamili.

1:35 Maths jam weekend planned in October

It's all about OMG for maths enthusiasts in October.

The annual Oceania MathsJam Gathering (OMG) will be held in Christchurch, which brings together like minded maths oficionados to play with puzzles and games as well as discussing their interests.

The keynote speaker for the event is Dr Jeanette McLeod, the co-founder of and Director of Maths Craft New Zealand.

Rata Ingham talks to Jesse about the event's popularity and why maths isn't just for teachers and engineers to enjoy.

1:45 The science behind problem solving in the shower

Nanogirl, aka Dr Michelle Dickinson's been looking into the phenomenon of problem solving often happening in the shower.

She explains to Jesse that there is new research that found when we're doing autopilot functions such as showering and walking it frees your mind to wander and retrieve new ideas and memories.

2:10 Film Review with Dom Corry

Today Dom talks to Jesse from LA where he's in the middle of the Lord of the Rings hype. He gives his verdict on the latest offering from Middle Earth, The Rings of Power.

He also talks about the new cinematic releases Muru and Orphan: First Kill. 

2:20 NZ Live : Bret McKenzie's Songs Without Jokes

For NZ Live today Bret McKenzie, of Flight of the Conchords fame, is about to tour his just released album, Songs Without Jokes.

Together with his nine piece band he gives the audience a taste of what to expect when he starts touring Aotearoa. He also explains to Jesse why he wanted to make this album so much!

3:08 Slow cooked harissa lamb shoulder

Today we meet Polly Markus who's popular Instagram page, @miss-pollys-kitchen, has led to her putting her recipes in to book form. Her love of food goes back a long way, but she honed her skills as a crew chef on board a super yacht.

She talks to Jesse about the end of the super-yacht job when COVID hit, to creating a cook book and her 'no rules' approach in the kitchen.

Polly also shares her recipe for slow cooked harissa lamb shoulder. You can find the recipe here.

3:16 Music 101: Charlotte Ryan

Charlotte Ryan, host of Music 101 here on RNZ each Saturday afternoon from 1pm talks about what's happening on the music scene over the weekend, what's coming up on her show tomorrow and because Friday is new music day - she'll pick us a track to play.

3:25 DIY with builder Stan Scott

Stan's back this week to help you out with any DIY projects you might have on the go.

Please email your questions to jesse@rnz.co.nz or text 2101.

3:35 Critter of the Week: The blue-eyed triplefin

This week’s critter is the blue-eyed triplefin – a beautiful little fish with bright blue eyes and candy cane stripes on its body. 

Males put on a show to lure in females and are protective fathers. Once the female lays her eggs, males will dutifully guard the nest until the baby fish hatch.

3:45 The Panel with Anna Dean and Andrew Clay