Nine To Noon for Thursday 24 August 2023

 

09:05 Turkey teeth: Dentists note rise in repair jobs from shoddy overseas veneers

Dentists are noticing a rise in people presenting with shoddy, often unsalvageable dental work which they had done cheap overseas. It's known as the 'Hollywood Smile' treatment, and often involves all of a person's teeth being shaved down, and veneers fitted on top. Due to its popularity in Turkey, many on social media dub it 'Turkey teeth'. Auckland dentist Dr Saud Ibrahim calls it the 'Hellwood Smile'. At least five patients a month - and sometimes that many in a week - come to him for help, after complications arise from the poorly done work. Consultants are often involved with connecting tourists with dentists overseas, using heavy handed tactics including following potential patients to cafes and hotels. As the work is not done in New Zealand, it is difficult to gauge just how many people are affected. But as Dr Ibrahim tells Kathryn Ryan, he is growing tired of having to break the news to people that their smiles cannot be saved. Kathryn also speaks to one of his patients.

09:30 New Zealand Fashion Week: Back after pandemic hiatus

After three long years, Kiwi designers are set to hit the runway with the return of New Zealand Fashion Week. Like so many events, the pandemic put paid to two shows  - in both cases just days out from when they were scheduled. But from next Tuesday through to Saturday Auckland's Viaduct Events Centre will showcase a range of designers and events for all audiences. Yasmin Farry is the event's general manager - she joins Kathryn to talk about what's on offer at this year's event. Also joining the conversation is Juliette Hogan. She established her brand in 2004 and opened her first store in Ponsonby in 2007 - she now has five stores. And James Bush, is a Wellington-based designer who spent years working in Paris, Brussels and London before launching his own fashion line in 2021.

09:45 UK: More Lucy Letby allegations, Rishi Sunak's 'reset', London Ulez expansion

UK correspondent Dan Bloom joins Kathryn to talk about nurse Lucy Letby's conviction and sentencing for the deaths of seven babies in her care. There are questions over why she wasn't forced to attend her sentencing, and whether hospital bosses should've intervened earlier. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is getting ready for a "reset" as he trails in the polls and from next Tuesday London's Ultra Low Emission Zone is set for expansion a report suggests cabinet ministers sought advice on whether it could be blocked.

10:05 Don McGlashan inducted into NZ's Music Hall of Fame 

Celebrated musician Don McGlashan has been inducted into the NZ Music Hall of Fame. He joined one of his first bands, Ethos, at the age of 15, then came Blam Blam Blam, The Front Lawn, The Mutton Birds, and a highly successful solo career. Don McGlashan is about to hit the road for a 20 date tour around the country, starting on Waiheke Island on Saturday night. He'll be showcasing songs from his latest album, Bright November Morning which was released last year, alongside some old favourites. He spends a lot of time in Vancouver these days, but is also involved in a range of projects here, including coaching an Auckland musician he met while he was an inmate, and Don was working on the TV series, Songs from the Inside. He's also working with the North Shore Brass Band, who are celebrating 100 years this year. 

10:35 Book review: Te Kooti’s Last Foray by Ron Crosby 

Paul Diamond reviews Te Kooti’s Last Foray by Ron Crosby published by Oratia 

10:45 Around the motu: Jean Edwards in Christchurch

RNZ's Jean Edwards is in Christchurch, where the dust is still settling following the Lauren Dickason trial. Jean looks back at how the case unfolded, after the mother of three was found guilty of the children's murders. And an update on missing real estate agent Yanfei Bao, who disappeared after showing a house for sale, and is now presumed dead.

Finally, Jean looks at growing tensions growing in Lyttleton, as the approaching cruise ship season threatens to leave the port overwhelmed.

11:05 Tech: EU's new laws change the internet, ChatGPT feeds fake Twitter

Technology correspondent Paul Matthews joins Kathryn to talk about the big changes to Europe's digital laws that come into effect from tomorrow impacting the largest social and tech companies in the world. What does it mean, who does it affect and when does the rest of the law kick in? And on the internet nobody knows you’re a dog, or so the saying goes. However these days they might not know you’re an AI botnet, with researchers uncovering extensive use of ChatGPT to create fake Twitter accounts designed to deceive. 

11:25 Post natal depression: symptoms and strategies

The birth of a child is supposed to be a time of joy and wonder at new life. But it also can be a very difficult time, and for thousands of New Zealand, childbirth can also lead to post natal depression. This might mean feeling down and worthless, low in energy and feeling like you can't cope. Clinical Psychologist Jacqui Maguire says it's really important to realise it doesn't mean you're a bad parent. She talks with Susie about symptoms and strategies, and says talking to your GP or Plunket nurse is the best first step, for anyone concerned they may be experiencing PND.

11:45 Screentime: Waco - The Aftermath, We Were Once Kids, The Food Crisis

Film and TV correspondent Tamar Munch joins Kathryn to talk about Waco: The Aftermath, a follow up series screening on Neon that looks at the fallout from the siege against Branch Davidians at Waco, Texas, and how it set the scene for the Oklahoma City bombing. She'll also talk about We Were Once Kids (Rialto Channel), which is a documentary exploring the divergent cast of the cult classic Kids and The Food Crisis, a new documentary from journalist Bryan Bruce screening on Sky Open (formerly Prime).

Music played in this show

Track: Been and Gone
Artist: Louis Baker feat. Wallace
Time played: 11:45am