Identity
Amanda Montell's new book on surviving the information overload
Every generation has its own brand of crisis. As far as writer, linguist, and podcaster Amanda Montell is concerned, celebrity worship, conspiracy theories and a tad of mysticism is a crisis. She says… Audio
Hundreds protest outside controversial conference in Wellington
At least 500 people gathered on Saturday for a pro-trans solidarity rally in central Wellington.
Controversial event at Te Papa to go ahead
It's organised by Inflection Point NZ to stop what it calls "gender indoctrination and medicalisation" of children. Speakers inlcude Brian Tamaki and former National MP Simon O'Connor
How will New Zealand be recorded in the future?
Stats NZ chief executive Mark Sowden talks to Emile Donovan about the challenges and opportunities in the lead up to Census 2028. Audio
Stephen Cave: Why living forever would be a curse
Longevity expert Stephen Cave explains to Guyon how living to 150 years old could soon be a reality, and why the consequences of immortality would be horrific for all aspects of our world. Video, Audio
Te Papa assessing whether to allow anti-trans conference
Wellington's mayor says she's deeply concerned the rhetoric being discussed at the event will be harmful to the trans and queer community.
James Shaw's advice for the Green Party
Former Greens Co-Leader James Shaw on why the party should consider working with National in future, why he's been called a "tree Tory", and what he's got planned after politics. Video, Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Friday 3 May
On today's episode, former Australian foreign minister Bob Carr has confirmed legal action against Winston Peters is underway over comments made in a Morning Report interview yesterday about the AUKUS… Audio
Victoria university to host debate on freedom of speech
The on-again-off-again debate on freedom of speech at Victoria University appears to be on again. Victoria's vice chancellor Nic Smith spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
David Seymour on whether we can really afford tax cuts
ACT leader David Seymour tells Guyon how it feels being part of the coalition Government, what race-based policies he'd like to change, and whether we can really afford tax cuts. Video, Audio
NZer Tom Newnham posthumously honoured for work against apartheid
New Zealander Tom Newnham has been posthumously honoured for the decades he spent campaigning to cut ties with apartheid South Africa. Tom's son Rewi Newnham attended the ceremony in Pretoria. Rewi… Audio
Original Te Tiriti could return to Waitangi
The original Treaty of Waitangi could be returning home for good - more than a 180-years after it was first signed in the Bay of Islands. Reporter Tuwhenuaroa Natanahira spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
'Most horrific threats' - Rainbow storytime tour cancellation draws outrage
Members of the rainbow community say they are heartbroken but not surprised at the cancellation of a tour where drag performers read stories to children in libraries.
Rainbow Storytime nationwide tour cancelled after threats of violence
Last month, protests by Destiny Church forced the cancellation of their Rainbow Storytime events in Hastings and Rotorua.
Violent threats force drag queen storytime tour cancellation
Drag performers are dismayed that a national Rainbow Storytime tour has had to be cancelled due to threats of violence. A drag performer who wished to remain anonymous spoke to Charlie Dreaver. Audio
Criticism of puberty blockers misguided, trans girl's mother says
The mother of a transgender teenager says having her child come out at the age of eight let her and her family take "a deep collective breath".
Ministry of Health delays review into use of puberty blockers
The Health Ministry has again delayed its long-awaited review of the evidence for transgender children and teenagers' use of puberty blockers after a highly critical report from Britain.
Jump in reports of hate crimes against trans people
But police say this number likely does not show the true picture of hate directed at trans and gender diverse communities.
'No space for toxicity' - Inside NZ's rainbow-centric rugby club
The Falcons, a small rugby club in Auckland, has for over 10 years been a haven for queer people to find community, camaraderie and competition.
As Britain bans routine use of puberty blockers, will NZ follow suit?
Puberty blockers, often given to young transgender people, are being restricted overseas due to issues around effectiveness and safety.
