Grant Morris
The history of overseas authors in NZ
Which famous writers have had the biggest influence on NZ's development? Our regular historian, Grant Morris of Victoria University discusses the influence of some of the world's greatest writers on… Audio
The history of the New Zealand aristocracy
Has New Zealand ever had an aristocracy? Grant Morris of Victoria University looks back Audio
The History of trade fairs and A & P shows in NZ
The 'trade fair' and 'agricultural show' are no longer major events on most New Zealander's social calendars but these events have played an important role in our historical development. Audio
The History of public complaining
Are we living in the age of complaints? Outrage and backlash seem to be a daily occurrence in our communication media. But is this a recent phenomenon or has it always been so? Audio
The history of NZ at the Empire/Commonwealth Games
The Commonwealth Games are currently taking place on the Gold Coast. This idiosyncratic competition has a long and varied history. But what have been New Zealand's highlights, low lights and odd… Audio
The Battle of Manners St
On this day in 1943, hundreds of American and Kiwi soldiers clashed on the streets of Wellington. The brawl was hushed up at the time but is still remembered by many who were around back then. Audio
The history of popular baby names in NZ
Every year we hear about the most popular baby names in NZ. But how have those names changed over time? What do these changes say about our historical development? Audio
The history of gun control in NZ
The recent school shooting tragedy in Florida has once again sparked the gun debate in the US. But what about NZ? Why have we generally avoided the carnage that we regularly see in the US? Audio
The history of NZ political hit jobs
Political hit jobs aren't a new revelation says historian Grant Morris Audio
NZ's most unsuccessful gold-rush
New Zealand has seen some of the greatest gold-rushes in the world. Historian, Grant Morris of Victoria University has been digging into Wellington's past and the brief and unsuccessful Karori… Audio
The history of Star Wars in New Zealand
The eighth instalment of Star Wars has just been released in cinemas. While it may be set in a 'galaxy far, far away', the Star Wars saga has had a profound effect upon New Zealand society, especially… Audio
The history of the Napoleonic Wars and NZ place-names
Two and a half years ago we celebrated the 200th anniversary of the Battle of Waterloo. Grant Morris from Victoria University tell us this campaign had a lasting impact on New Zealand. Audio
The history of Hamilton
Our regular historian, Grant Morris, talks us through the history of Hamilton
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Matawhero and the New Zealand Wars
Grant Morris believes next year's 150th anniversary of the Matawhero Massacre will be a more difficult national discussion than the ones around Rangiaowhia and Parihaka. Audio
The history of Catholicism in NZ
Victoria University's Grant Morris uses history to explain why Catholicism is the only traditional Christian denomination which is not in major decline. Audio
The history of video games in NZ
New Zealand's love affair with gaming started when Pong arrived in the '70s and changed forever when the PlayStation landed in '94, says historian Grant Morris. Audio
The history of NZ musicals about NZ history
It's the Silver Scrolls tonight and Jesse is the host. So we thought a topic about NZ music might be appropriate. Grant Morris, our regular historian tells us about NZ musicals that deal with… Audio
The history of NZ statues
Grant Morris from Victoria University looks at some of our statues of famous New Zealand historical figures. Audio
'Ladies and Gentlemen' in New Zealand's history
The phrase 'ladies and gentlemen' is still common in NZ whether introducing a function or putting up signs on restrooms. So how did it begin? Audio
'Profiles in Courage' in New Zealand's history
In 1955 John F Kennedy published his history book 'Profiles in Courage'. The book described the eight US senators who took a stand on principle despite the danger to their careers. Historian Grant… Audio
