Life And Society
The Mixtape: WORD Christchurch director and beloved book reviewer Kiran Dass
Our guest picking the music is Kiran Dass, one of New Zealand's most trusted book reviewers and director of WORD Christchurch. Audio
Cassandra Jenkins on her midlife crisis: ‘Music seemed like a foolish thing to follow’
Cassandra talks to Charlotte Ryan about the challenges of making music and touring midlife, and how she's doing things on her terms. Audio
Art exhibition reflects the ripples from abuse in care
The stories of survivors of abuse in state care will be told through art, music and creative performances in an exhibition about to open in Wellington.
'The ick' and 'boop': The newest entries in the dictionary
The new additions are among more than 3200 words and phrases introduced this year.
X marks the spot: The forgotten generation remembers
Remember cassette tapes? Buying Docs from overseas? Fearing being a sell-out? Gen Xers look back.
Tall story: Why do the Dutch tower over their neighbours?
As well as producing elegant football players and world-conquering beer brands, the Dutch are also the tallest people in the world - so what's their secret? Audio
The Panel with Mike Moynihan & Cindy Mitchener (Part 2)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Mike Moynihan & Cindy Mitchener discuss the American beer ripping of some Nelson Naturists, JD Vance's comments on childless women, and whether we… Audio
How much money do you need to retire?
How much money do you really need to retire? For lots of people, that's a question that seems to get pushed to the back of their minds to worry about another day. But for Gen X in particular, it's… Audio
Freaky Friday
Two uncanny tales from listeners including a ghost story from Jenny and a policeman with a spooky traffic stop. Audio
Half empty flavoured milk bottles perplexing Alexandra locals
Large, half-empty bottles of flavoured milk have been appearing on top of a particular petrol pump at a self-service station in Alexandra. It's been occuring for the past few months, every few days… Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Thursday 25 July 2024
On today's episode, Maori survivors of abuse in state care want immediate action addressing the systemic failings which lead to ongoing abuse and discrimination of the most vulnerable, the Law… Audio
Allison Pugh on why human interaction is good for us
Sociologist Allison Pugh says human interactions matter greatly, giving dignity and a sense of purpose to people. We need to feel that we're seen - and to see the other person. Her new book details… Audio
The messages GenX women need to hear about their bodies
After being bombarded with diet and exercise messages, it's no surprise a generation of women have terrible relationships with their bodies, says Niki Bezzant.
The winner of the best bacon and ham in NZ is crowned
If you're a pork eater, it's hard to fathom that bacon - and its cold-cut cousin ham - can be judged on a scale. Isn't it all a salty, fatty dream? Audio
The horrific reality of New Zealand state and faith-based care
The Royal Commission of Inquiry into Abuse in Care has finally been released. What will its real impact be? Audio
Review of Hawke's Bay Council lays bare failures
A damning review of Hawke's Bay Regional Council has laid bare the failures it made before and during Cyclone Gabrielle with flooding protections. Eight people died in Hawke's Bay and the flooding… Audio
'I never win anything' - Lucky Taylor Swift ticket winner left with big choice
A Wellington primary raised $112,500 by raffling off two tickets, but the winner now faces a dilemma: who to take with her. Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday 24 July 2024
On today's episode, Hawke's Bay locals affected by Cyclone Gabrielle are backing the findings of a review into the Regional Council's flood protection measures, hundreds are gathering in Wellington… Audio
Bryan Cagodan on nabbing NZ's biggest band
Balclutha has declared itself as the biggest fans of Six60. Audio
Wonderful World of TradeMe with Tiana Barns
Off grid living and a Rolls Royce Phantom V feature on TradeMe this week, as well as an art work made from an old Jimi Hendrix cassette - Tiana Barns explains Audio
