Afternoons

1:10 After 38 years parking warden John bows out 

Our first guest probably has the highest step count in the country.

At the ripe old age of 80 Napier parking warden John McKelvie has called time on a 38-year long career.

Known among local retailers as the "legend in blue" he says his job was about much more than just handing out tickets.

1:20 Blood pressure: how is yours?

When was the last time you got your blood pressure checked? 

High blood pressure affects a million New Zealanders nationwide and more than a third of those affected don't even know they have it. 

So, the Heart Foundation is launching a nationwide campaign to encourage us to get our blood pressure checked.

Jesse talks to the foundation's Medical Director Dr Gerry Devlin. 

1:35 Walking the Te Araroa Trail with four kids

Here's an inspiring Taupō family.

Courtney and Andrew Williams and their children Elliot, Skye, Summer, and Oliver have just finished walking the Te Araroa Trail - ALL the way Cape Reinga to Bluff. 

How did they do it and more importantly: why?!

1:45 Film Review: Thunderbolts and Another Simple Favour

Kate Rodger reviews the latest Marvel extravaganza, Thunderbolts, and the black comedy sequel Another Simple Favour. She also previews the upcoming Cannes film festival.

2:10 NZ Live: 20th anniversary special - Dave Dobbyn

Today we're joined by a living legend of the New Zealand music scene Sir Dave Dobbyn.

Dave and his band will perform at Auckland's Town Hall on June 4th his first time playing at the venue solo. 

Tune in for what will be a very special NZ Live session.

3:08 Food: Chicken Pot Pie

Martin Bosley presents his version of the finest pie he's ever eaten. Get the recipe here.

3:16 Music 101: Maggie Tweedie

Maggie Tweedie, host of Music 101 talks about what's happening on the music scene over the weekend, what's coming up on her show tomorrow and because Friday is new music day - she'll pick us a track to play.

3:25 Weekend Stuff: food storage tips and tricks

Rachael Quin is a professional housekeeper, cleaner and organiser and she's here to give you some tips about storing food now that produce and grub is becoming more expensive. She'll also take any and all questions about cleaning and housekeeping in general. Text on 21010 or email jesse@rnz.co.nz

3:35 Critter of the Week: Speargrass

Speargrass might not win any popularity contests — its sharp spikes can draw blood from unsuspecting trampers — but for one of New Zealand’s most endangered insects, the stout speargrass (Aciphylla subflabellata) is a lifeline, playing a crucial role in its survival.

3:45 The pre-Panel

Wallace Chapman and producer Tom Riste-Smith preview tonight's instalment of The Panel.