Life And Society
Sex and solo shows: Jodie Rimmer shares her well-earned wisdom
Actor Jodie Rimmer has recently finished up a season of the solo show Nicola Cheeseman is Back. She chats with Anika about her life on stage and how the sex just gets better with age. Video, Audio
Lilliput Libraries: The little libraries packing a big punch
For nine years now, these small, painted wooden cabinets have been popping up on street corners where people can borrow and donate books for others for free. Audio
Philosophy Now: How should we treat criminals?
Every month on Nights, Dan unpacks some of life's big issues: love, death, happiness, or whether it's morally right to keep a pet goldfish. Tonight, prisons. Audio
First-ever Census data on NZ's rainbow communities released
Census data has revealed one in 20 New Zealand adults identify as LGBTIQ+, or part of the rainbow community.
Changing the c-word: Cult survivors on sensationalism and stigma
Opinion - Cults are a hot topic but the stereotypes that come with them can hurt their victims, writes author Anke Richter.
Midday Report Essentials for Thursday 3 October 2024
In today's episode, Dunedin's Civil Defence bunker is being activated as the region prepares for very heavy rain, the latest census data shows one in 20 New Zealanders identifies as part of the… Audio
Aotearoa's brand-new Great Walk
The Humpridge Track in Western Southland has earned the status of a Great Walk. Audio
Home ownership figure in Census surprises Statistics officials
Officials admitted a rise in home ownership was unexpected and they had to double-check the data.
Council unleashes new roaming dog squad
Auckland Council's new animal management team won't wait for complaints from the public before it acts. Audio
The science behind dog welfare
A dog is a man's best friend, they say, but have we been holding up our end of the bargain?
Rosemary oil, rice water and supplements - What actually helps hair to grow
A dermatologist, a hairstylist, a scientist and an alopecia sufferer all talk hair loss treatments - what sounds promising, what there is proof for, and what is probably too good to be true. Audio
I don't like beauty pageants, so why did I enter one?
It came as a surprise when 27-year-old engineer Vandna Patel decided to put her hand up for Miss India NZ 2024.
Does New Zealand need an online dating code of conduct?
In Australia, online dating platforms have six months to become compliant with a voluntary code which will be reviewed in 2026 to determine whether it should become mandatory. Audio
Agony Aunt Courtney Dawson
Nights' resident Agony Aunt Courtney Dawson is back for her monthly visit to answer listeners' problems. Audio
Why does our hair go grey?
Why do some people go grey sooner than others? Indeed, why do we go grey at all? Trichologist Nigel Russell has the answers. Audio
Mark Manson
Author of “The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck” Mark Manson, talks to Guyon about the potential upsides of AI therapy and the reasons so many Americans idolise Trump. Plus, he reveals how his life… Video, Audio
Bookmarks with Suzanne Lynch
There are few people who've has as much staying power in the New Zealand music scene than Suzanne Lynch. Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday 2 October 2024
In today's episode, Benjamin Netanyahu says Iran's missile attack on Israel was a "big mistake" and has vowed Iran will pay - and should not underestimate Israel's determination to punish its enemies… Audio
Why everyone wants to move to Christchurch
The Garden City has shed its staid image and is solidly on the up. How did this happen?
