Life And Society
How to gift yourself a cheaper Christmas dinner
Relax, you don't need to bankrupt yourself to make Christmas dinner. Culinary icon Peter Gordon explains how to do it.
'Eighty-percent of people's problems with their tomatoes is they're just watering too much'
Tomatoes are a favourite backyard crop but can be tricky to grow. Organic gardener Kath Irvine shares her tips. Audio
How to play happy families at Christmas, even when you’re not
Christmas Day can be one of the hardest times of year for many separated parents in Aotearoa, who must share their kids for part of the day or don't see them at all. How do they do it?
Weekend Stuff with Stan Scott
This week builder Stan Scott is back to answer any questions you might have for your DIY projects at home. Please text 2101 or email jesse@rnz.co.nz with anything you think Stan could help you with. Audio
Freaky Friday
Today we have two more Freaky Friday stories to share, both are from Christchurch. We hear from Melanie and Jeanie, who have their own very different stories. Audio
Piano accompaniment to the Christmas cheer in Palmerston North
A bedazzled grand piano in Palmerston North is creating some Christmas cheer, and attracting a steady stream of visitors keen to tickle the ivories. Allen Birchler speaks to Jesse. Audio
20th anniversary of Love Actually celebrated in concert
Fans of Love Actually will rejoice - the festive flick has turned 20 years old. To celebrate...orchestras in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch will play songs from the film's hit soundtrack -… Audio
Shopping tips on best times, parking places for Xmas
Only 10 more sleeps till Christmas..for those of you who sleep. No doubt, some people will have already bought all their gifts, set up the tree and even decided on a menu for the family lunch. But… Audio
The Pre-Panel with Peter Dunne and Sally Wenley
Today on the pre-panel, guest host Emile Donovan and panellists Peter Dunne and Sally Wenley discuss Morrissey's last-minute concert cancellation. Plus, our panellists tell us what has been on their… Audio
Solving the World's Problems with Ben Kepes
Today Ben's been thinking about the fundamental breakdown in society. He talks to Jesse about how social cohesion is failing and how it's all related to the fact that we all know our rights as… Audio
'Loneliness is one of the most human of feelings'
Don't let feeling disconnected from "holiday cheer" set you on a path towards self-isolation, says writer and academic Dr Jeremy Nobel. Video, Audio
Which NZ town has the most Christmas spirit?
A 'road cone Christmas tree' erected in Wellington has left plenty to be desired, with many residents not getting the joke. The council - which is responsible for the tree on Courtenay Place - says it… Audio
Ollies Ice Cream Parlour: handing on the scoop after 50 years
One of Aucklands most iconic restaurants has changed hands after 50 years, but the business is staying in the family. Ollie's Diner in Royal Oak has been serving up ice creams, thickshakes and hotdogs… Audio
17 years of joy creation
Every Christmas Auckland's big department store creates joy and delight for children in Queen St. We meet the people behind the displays. Audio
2008: Sister Loyola Galvin
Sister Loyola Galvin was known as the gardening nun. She organised a community garden at the Home of Compassion in Island Bay, Wellington. In 2008, at 86, she was named NZ Gardener of the Year by The… Audio
The Panel with Kathryn Graham and Allan Blackman (Part 2)
Today on the panel, Emile Donovan and panellists Kathryn Graham and Allan Blackman discuss Federated Farmers' crack down on street racers and the impact of skipping your doctors appointment without… Audio
The Panel with Kathryn Graham and Allan Blackman (Part 1)
Today on the panel, Emile Donovan and panellists Kathryn Graham and Allan Blackman discuss Auckland Museum's decision to pass on a major exhibition out of fear of offending visitors and the disturbing… Audio
The Pre-Panel with Kathryn Graham and Allan Blackman
Today on the pre-panel, guest host Emile Donovan and panellists Kathryn Graham and Allan Blackman celebrate Festivus by sharing their 2023 grievances. Plus, our panellists tell us what has been on… Audio
Wild creativity: How time spent outdoors transforms our lives
Professor David Strayer says humans function better in the great outdoors because our brains and bodies evolved in, and with, nature. Audio
Wanaka's waterfront builds in puteketeke protection
Over the past eight years Wanaka's waterfront has been getting an upgrade - and the results have drawn praise from an international design body. Audio