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    Upbeat for Wednesday 21 June 2017

    • Previous Episode: Tuesday, 20 June 2017
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    • Finding humour in the ridiculous

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      Rakahu by James Nokise

      1:30 PM.Comedian James Nokise likes to find humour in the ridiculous. His latest show Rukahu follows fictional character Jon Bon Fasi, who’s been given a $75,000 grant from CNZ to create a new show. But what… Read more Audio

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    • West Side Story music keeps the fire alive

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      Donald Chan

      1:00 PM.Donald Chan has conducted more than 3000 performances of West Side Story. You’d think after so many repetitions the novelty would wear off. But the music keeps the spark alive for the Music Director… Read more Audio

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