Life And Society
Wonderful World of TradeMe with Tiana Barns
This week on TradeMe high value houses and a hard to miss Hi Lux But first, producer Jeremy Parkinson talks with TradeMe's Tiana Barns about a cake mixer auction raising money for a baking charity. Audio
Relationships with Hannah Korrel
Today Hannah talks to Jesse about the increased visibility of neurodivergence on TikTok and social media and if the trend is real. Audio
Woman gives birth to twins conceived 18 days apart
An Australian woman has given birth to twins - conceived 18 days apart. Sandra Searle had been through the IVF process before with her first two children, and started an IVF cycle for a third child… Audio
As election uncertainty settles, NZ must unify climate vision - councillor
Opinion - With the window of time for transformational emissions reductions closing, we cannot afford to remain in a state of defeat for long, writes councillor Sophie Handford.
Weekend Stuff with Stan Scott
Have you got chores that have been itching at you for a while? Stan Scott is back to share all his DIY tips for your weekend projects. Audio
Freaky Friday
Freaky Friday is a weekly segment where we indulge in some of your strangest and spookiest stories. Today we hear from Sandi, who shares a tragic story that wound up giving hope, and Jess, who had… Audio
The election workers counting for democracy
From preparations that begin two years out, to a double vote count after the polls close, our elections are a massive logistical exercise. Audio
Man wins Family Court order to disown twins likely sired during threesome
A man has successfully won a court order to legally disown twins who were likely fathered during threesomes between him, his wife and another man.
The Pre-Panel with Andrew Clay and Nalini Baruch
Wallace and panellists Nalini Baruch and Andrew Clay discuss Fijian language week and the benefits of kava.
Plus, our panellists tell us what has been on their mind this week. Audio
The 'puzzle' of parenting adult children in 2023
Generational and cultural changes mean that parenting adult children today is very different to any time before, says psychology professor Lawrence Steinberg. "It's uncharted territory and filled with… Audio
Collectors Corner: Faye's vintage sewing machines
A recent addition to the weekly Afternoons roster, Collectors Corner sees Jesse speak to our listeners about their quirky collections. If you're a collector and would like to tell us about the things… Audio
Auckland man breaks bungy jumping world record
While many of you were fast asleep Tuesday night, an Auckland man set a new world record - by jumping off the Harbour Bridge 941 times in 24 hours.
Mike Heard was chasing the record of 765 bungee… Audio
Cost of living in NZ will affect Pasifika children's learning - researcher
Researcher warns high cost of living in New Zealand will affect Pasifika children's learning. Audio
Wonderful World of TradeMe with Millie Silvester
This week on TradeMe - a New Zealand designed and built Volkswagen Beetle with a bit of a difference - and a South Auckland house, straight out of the better part of the 1980s. But first, producer… Audio
Man tries to bounce into record book with most bungees in 24 hours
A man is trying bounce his way back into the record books, for the most bungees in 24 hours. Mike Heard hopes to complete more than 765 bungy jumps off the Auckland Harbour Bridge, by tomorrow… Video, Audio
Otago university warns a student could be killed in flat initiation
Otago university's warning a student could be killed or seriously harmed in flat initiations that can quickly lead to bullying, intimidation and harassment. And it's written to flats it knows are… Video, Audio
NZ bungy jumper Mike Hedge already 200 jumps into record attempt
New Zealand bungy jump enthusiast Mike Heard is now closing in on six hours of consecutive jumps from the Auckland Harbour Bridge, as he vies to break the record for the most bungies in 24 hours.
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Aid groups rush to villages after large earthquake in Afghanistan
Aid groups rushing to villages devastated by a powerful earthquake in Afghanistan say the impacts are worse than originally thought.
A 6.3 magnitude quake hit the country over the weekend with a… Audio
Mike Heard attempts most bungy jumps in 24 hours for charity
If you're passing over the Auckland Harbour Bridge today, spare a thought for the man underneath hanging from a bungy rope. Mike Heard is no stranger to Bungy jumping for a cause, and today he will be… Audio
'Pacific Food Revolution' co-host makes TV debut
Celebrity chef and activist Robert Oliver is on a mission to revitalise Pacific food by showcasing local cuisine knowledge. Season three of his reality show 'Pacific Food Revolution' launched on TV1… Audio