Arts
Actor Jacob Rajan on the return of his one-man show
Jacob joins Nights to talk about his one-man-play, Guru of Chai, fourteen years after it first premiered. Audio
The TAHI 4/6/24
On today's show we chat about the lil grubby things we got upto over King's Birthday weekend, we look back at the incredible night of the AMA and share what we think were some of the drippiest fits Audio
Celebrating the success of chef Kia Kanuta
Kia Kanuta began his culinary career as many do, as a dishwasher. 20 years later he's been named Auckland's Most Outstanding Chef at the 2024 Lewisham Awards. Audio
Our souls travel at 3kph: Nick Hunt on travel writing and epiphanies
Travel writer Nick Hunt talks about his journey on foot between London and Istanbul, and the revelations it brought on his return. Audio
Making live events accessible for everyone
It’s not all online: live events are often where we come together as communities, sharing passions and considering the issues concerning us. It’s important they’re accessible to all.
Except they’re… Audio
Arts news: budget news, the loss of a jazz legend & women country songwriters ride high
Arts news for Sunday 2 June
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Regional Wrap: Tūrangi Tongariro district
The Tūrangi Tongariro region, at the spectacular southern end of Lake Tāupo bordering the Volcanic Plateau, is midway between Wellington and Auckland, Napier and New Plymouth and Hamilton and… Audio
Medieval to Metal: The Art and Evolution of the Guitar
From the ancient oud to the electric axe, the Martin acoustic to the Fender Stratocaster, American National Guitar Museum touring exhibition Medieval to Metal covers a whole lot of stage with 40… Audio
Eric Idle: Always looking on the bright side of life
Monty Python's Eric Idle is bringing his show Always Look on the Bright Side of Life, Live! to New Zealand in October. Audio
Death of Slim Shady: Eminem's controversial alter ego
The star claims he will kill off his alter ego on his forthcoming album, The Death of Slim Shady. Video
Gore's Gold Guitars
We're heading to Gore, where the Gold Guitar Awards are in full swing as part of the Tussock country festival. It's one of New Zealand's most prestigious country music events, drawing contestants from… Audio
The Panel with Nick Leggett and Wendyl Nissen (Part 2)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Nick Leggett and Wendyl Nissen discuss tax cuts, Shakespeare in schools and cross live to the Aotearoa Music Awards. Audio
What are the NZ Gold Guitar Awards?
Held in the country music capital of New Zealand, Gore, no event is more important on the Tussock Country calendar than these coveted awards.
Film Review with Kate Rodger
Today Kate talks to Jesse about The Garfield Movie, her top 5 picks for the long weekend and a 10 year celebration of Christopher Nolans' Interstellar release taking place at the Stardome. Audio
The Beths triumph at Aotearoa Music Awards
The Beths have once again been triumphant at the Aotearoa Music Awards. Lead singer Liz Stokes spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Video, Audio
The Panel with Aimie Hines and Ed McKnight (Part 2)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Aimie Hines and Ed McKnight discuss tax cuts, Shakespeare in schools and cross live to the Aotearoa Music Awards. Audio
The TAHI 30/5/24
it's Aotearoa Music Awards day! we chat to Christy Whelan from Recorded Music NZ about every new at this years awards. Tune into the RNZ livestream from 6pm tonight! Audio
NZ musicians prepare for Aotearoa Music Awards
Plenty of household names will be mingling with new artists at Auckland's Viaduct Events Centre on Thursday for the Aotearoa Music Awards. RNZ's own Jesse Mulligan will be co-hosting the festivities… Audio
Wu-Tang Clan's rare album to be played at Tasmanian museum
The US rap group's legendary seventh studio album is set to be briefly housed at Tasmania's Museum of Old and New Art from next month.
Te Matatini kapa haka competition extended to five days
A record number of teams qualifying has meant the national kapa haka competition Te Matatini will be extended.