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Are you a fussy eater or just a 'super taster'?
Our cultures, familiarity with certain foods as well as genetics play a role in why we don't all like the same flavours. Audio
Former National Party Minister Nikki Kaye dies
Leaders across the political spectrum are paying tribute to former National Party Minister Nikki Kaye, who has died at the age of 44 after a long battle with cancer. National Party deputy leader… Audio
Salvation Army committed to honouring abuse survivors
The Salvation Army says it's fully committed to righting the wrongs of the past and honouring the survivors of abuse at the hands of the country's faith-based institutions. The Salvation Army's chief… Audio
Why singing along to Wicked won't make you popular
The world's largest cinema chain has banned audience participation at musical Wicked. Kiwi fans have their say.
Wellington's Supertonic Choir holds 10 year anni concert
Wellington's Supertonic Choir celebrates 10 years singing, producer Katrina Batten talked with choir director Isaac Stone Audio
Getting your family on the same financial page
What did you learn about money from your family? And how does that fit with your partner's financial values? Trying to trim costs only works when everyone in your household is on the same page. Katy… Audio
What Drives Jon Lee Anderson
Jon Lee Anderson’s life of adventure began when he was a young boy. The veteran New Yorker journalist tells Kim Hill about covering conflicts, doing jail time and his fascination with rebels which led… Audio
The Pre-Panel for 25 November 2024
Today on the pre-panel Wallace Chapman and Jesse Mulligan preview tonight's show. Also, producer Sam Hollis joins to discuss workplace friendships, specifically, is it okay to befriend your boss? Audio
Information center cold call: Tirau
Every week Jesse calls an iSite somewhere in the country purely at random and chaos (or just a nice chat ensues). This week he tries giving Tirau a bell. Audio
Finding the perfect togs: an exercise in body acceptance
Hate buying togs? You're not alone. But the problem might be with the swimsuit, not your body, Niki Bezzant writes.
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 25 November 2024
On today's episode, departing All Blacks halfback TJ Perenara included a message of support for Te Tiriti during the haka against Italy on Saturday, this year's UN climate negotiations have wrapped… Audio
Wellington team win Pub Quiz Championship
A team from Wellington won the SKY TV Pub Quiz Championships at Eden Park on Saturday night, beating around 70 other teams. Team member Jamie Fenton spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Pepper the cockatoo home safe, 'very chatty'
The six-year-old, sulphur-crested cockatoo - known for her catchphrase "hello darling" - has returned to Staglands Wildlife Reserve in Upper Hutt after being stolen a week ago. Audio
Changing period care for good
A typical sanitary pad is made of about 90% plastic, and Dunedin weaver and textile artist Christine Keller has been on a mission to develop more sustainable alternatives through her non-profit… Audio
The death of the local rag
Our local free newspapers are disappearing at a rapid rate, as costs soar, revenue plummets and readers turn to screens. Audio
What is a coat of arms for and what goes into creating one?
And why do our cities have them? Audio
The Waikato songwriter channelling Sixties folk-rock
With his distinctive, high-pitched voice and laid-back melodies, Arthur Ahbez leans hard into the psychedelic-tinged California sound of the late Sixties. Video, Audio
'You do it for the kids': Wellington's massive Secret Santa mission
A Wellington community is banding together to provide children in need with Christmas presents in a giant version of Secret Santa.
“We hope to offer hope” Bringing aspirational architecture to church - Award winner St Hilda’s
Churches big and small throughout Aotearoa New Zealand are vital spaces of culture and community but there are increasing challenges with heritage restoration and their relevance in today’s world.
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Knowing superstitions aren't real doesn't stop them
Maybe you have a lucky number, avoid black cats, or shudder at the thought of opening an umbrella indoors.
