Features

Once Indian fast food was only available to Kiwis at festivals and events. Now it's going mainstream around Aotearoa, writes Rizwan Mohammad.

Don't be surprised by "the odd f-bomb" on Guyon Espiner's brand-new interview show.

Emily Hunt tells Bryan Crump about driving her customised musical therapy caravan around Porirua and the Kapiti Coast. Audio

Our iconic beeps that mark each hour are getting a shake-up. Audio

Since playing The Joker's schizophrenic sidekick in The Dark Knight, David Dastmalchian has shown an aptitude for scaring movie-goers. Now the American actor is getting rave reviews for his performance in the low-budget horror flick Late Night with the Devil. Video, Audio

RNZ Concert host Bryan Crump catches up with the NZSO's Artistic Advisor and Principal Conductor, Gemma New. Video, Audio

In the new memoir Dame Susie D, Susan Devoy reflects on family life in Rotorua, professional sport and her experiences - good and bad - with the New Zealand Human Rights Commission. Audio

Love Lies Bleeding is a definite change of pace for Kristen Stewart after playing Princess Diana Princess in Spencer, she plays Lou, a woman going nowhere, running a gym in a small town for her father, whom she hates. Video, Audio

Netflix's new sci-fi series 3 Body Problem is one of the most talked about shows on the planet right now - and it stars a Kiwi actress in one of the leading roles. Video, Audio

Bryan Crump speaks to Emily Hunt about her musical therapy caravan, taking musical medicine to children around the Porirua and Kapiti districts. Audio

Young violinist Mana Waiariki makes the jump to arts administration. Audio

Fifty-six years ago, Peter Jerram and his university cricket team were returning from a tournament on the Wahine. He has written a new book gathering the recollections of his teammates, all of whom survived, about that tragic day and it's lingering aftermath. Audio

It has been 50 years since Stephen King released his debut novel Carrie and forever changed the landscape of horror fiction. Elizabeth Knox, one of New Zealand's most celebrated writers, explains why King is a literary great. Audio

Big tech companies mine data about us and tweak algorithms that can often result in the spread of misinformation, cyberbullying and social division. American businessman Frank McCourt Jr does not want to just complain about it, he wants to fix it. Audio

Best-selling author Dr Michael Mosley shares the science-backed techniques that are finally helping him get a good's night rest after 25 years of insomnia. Video, Audio

Not sure what to eat tonight? Christchurch-based chef, author and busy mum Sam Parish knows the feeling. She shares a simple and super-tasty lasagne recipe the whole whānau will love.

Rock and Roll champion John Baker remembers Chants R&B and Christchurch underground venue The Stage Door.  Audio

Wellington-based painter Alice Toomer’s hyperrealistic works evoke emotion and appeal to all the senses.  Audio

Morgana O'Reilly tells Jesse Mulligan how she got cast in the third season of Mike White's wildly successful HBO comedy series. Audio

Since the 1970s, vinegar made with fermented apples has been touted as a cure for everything from varicose veins to weight gain. Niki Bezzant investigates its health benefits.

Wellington-based Samoan couple Daniel and Anna Filemoni run an autism support group with a "Pacific flavour". Audio

American musician Waxahatchee reveals a deep affection for Americana on her sixth LP. Video, Audio

Is gossiping a route to friendship or a surefire way to make workplace enemies? Depends how the recipient perceives the gossiper's intentions.

Yang Fan describes himself as a ‘cultural translator’; introducing the intangible, emotional side of Chinese culture to New Zealanders. Audio