Valentine's Day

With Valentine's Day fast approaching this week's Nashville Babylon features some of Mark's favourite love songs from the likes of the Ramones, Leonard Cohen, Aretha Franklin and Candi Staton. Audio

Oscar Pistorius was back in the headlines this week after he moved closer to Reeva Steenkamp's family ahead of reconciliation talks that could lead to his early release from prison. Journalist Tim… Audio

Neuropsychologist Dr Hannah Korrel has some handy tips for people navigating Valentine's Day solo or with a significant other. She talks to Jesse about enjoying the day and navigating relationships in… Audio

The 21st-century dating scene is a fast-paced environment that's equally as flaky as it is fun. Apps like Tinder and Bumble have been a game-changer for anyone looking for love – but does technology… Video, Audio

To mark Valentine's Day psychologist Sara Chatwin joins the show to talk about a new survey which shows that New Zealand men are more romantic than New Zealand women. Audio

Sick of roses, flowers and cuddly toys, this year Cupid is throwing axes instead of arrows... Video, Audio

An Auckland cafe has been accused of promoting violence against women for their sign which said: "On Valentine's Day open the car door for her. After Valentine's Day open the car boot for her."  Audio

Valentine's Day has come around once again and there are calls for the commercialised day to be scrapped altogether.  Audio

The panelists explain what they are doing to mark Valentine's Day. Audio

Some revel in the chance for a romantic gesture. Others scoff and scowl.

Lorna Piatti Farnell talks to us about the Origins of Valentines Day, she's an associate professor of Popular Media and… Audio