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Media cop flak for airing data misuse allegations
Mediawatch - Why has the media copped criticism for reporting a story where details were important and answers hard to get?
Media cop flak for airing data misuse allegations
Everyone seemed to agree the allegations of census information misused for political purposes were serious - serious enough for the PM to launch an independent inquiry on top of official… Video
Popular podcast contradicts assumptions about attention spans
A journalist kicked out of his local café kicked off hot debate in the media this week, and Gen Z copped criticism in the middle of all that - and not for the first time. But the appetite for a…
How blurry lines between fact and fiction led to a lawsuit for Netflix
The leap from real life to the screen can be messy and content creators can find themselves in hot water in pursuit of 'real-life' storytelling.
Alex Jones' personal assets to be sold to pay Sandy Hook families
A judge has ordered the liquidation of Alex Jones′ personal assets as the media figure owes $US1.5 billion for false claims the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting was a hoax.
Why do we love Coffee News?
With over 30 different community editions, from Whangarei to Invercargill, Coffee News is a mainstay in cafes and eateries the country over. Audio
Film Review with Sam Hollis
RNZ producer and film critic Sam Hollis reviews Eileen, a psychological thriller with a Kiwi connection, and Hit Man, the latest from Richard Linklater. Audio
Kiwi stuntman talks thrills and spills
You may not recognise him, but you'll certainly recognise his skill. Mark Harris is a stuntman and stunt coordinator with almost 40 years of experience in his industry. His credits include titles like… Audio
Why Bridgerton season three is split into two parts
Netflix's two-part release strategy aims to build anticipation and keep shows in the cultural zeitgeist for longer. And it's worked for Bridgerton. Video
Podcast Critic: Elliot Childs
Today Elliot talks to Charlotte about Let The Kids Dance and What Happened in Alabama? Audio
Nine chair Peter Costello resigns after altercation with journalist
It's been a remarkable few days in the Australian media industry after a high profile chairman was forced to quit one of the nation's top broadcasting and publishing companies. The casualty here is… Audio
Mediawatch for 9 June 2024
Regional reporting cut back for NZME's new national focus; sports news that was too late - and too early; the controversy over cancer treatment funding missing from the Budget,can we trust surveys of… Audio
Television Critic: Brooks Alexander
Today Brooks Alexander talks to Jesse about House of the Dragon, Interview with the Vampire, The Boys and The Acolyte. Audio
Mihingarangi Forbes to co-host RNZ's Saturday Morning
The veteran, award-winning journalist will join current host Susie Ferguson.
Remembering TV doctor Michael Mosley's life on the front line
The presenter became famous for the 5:2 diet and for testing well-being regimes - from injecting snake venom into his own blood to eating tapeworms.
The headlines we didn’t read
Mary Argue is back guiding us through the latest weird and wonderful headlines from the world of science. Audio
Can we trust surveys of our trust in the media?
Recent surveys have said our trust in media’s falling fast, and made plenty of headlines. But lately new surveys say our trust in the media isn’t plummeting. The latest one is part of a pitch to…
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Masterchef winner Karena Bird
Karena Bird won the MasterChef competition alongside her sister Kasey and since then the pair have travelled to at least 50 destinations around the world learning about food and culture. Recently the… Audio
A cold case with layers of institutional failings
What motivates a journalist to spend years fighting for justice for someone they don't even know? Audio
What we know about the famous TV doctor missing in Greece
Michael Mosley was staying with friends on a small Greek island. The 67-year-old decided to walk home after a swim and hasn't been seen since.