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A bid from overseas has nabbed a first edition Harry Potter book being sold in Auckland. Audio

Ian Walsh didn't let a high-speed collision with a traffic light ruin his determination to finish the race. Audio

Pianist Haochen Zhang talks with RNZ Concert's Bryan Crump ahead of his New Zealand debut, playing Beethoven's Emperor Concerto with the Auckland Philharmonia. Video, Audio

Is it okay to give them a day off if they are just feeling tired?

It's one of the most controversial books published this century. Author Nikki Gemmell reveals the story behind her best seller.

Among the films are the world premiere of Shrek: Kātahi Te Korokē and The Stolen Children of Aotearoa which is about state care abuse survivors.

Colour Me Menopausal is a new activity book for adults that uses humour to educate about the phase of life when a woman's reproductive years comes to an end.

As its tagline suggests, Apple Cider Vinegar tells a true-ish version of Belle Gibson's story, which was based on a lie.

A group of neuroscientists and music enthusiasts have chosen the perfect, or nearly perfect, pop song. Audio

Tenor Zachary McCulloch talks to Bryan Crump ahead of his performance in this year's Opera in a Days Bay Garden, playing Gualtiero in Bellini’s "Il Pirata" (The Pirate). Video, Audio

Wondering what to watch next? These music docs top the charts, writes Karl Puschmann. Video

No one wants to think about losing their parents, but putting crucial conversations off does not stop the inevitable. Audio

On his RNZ Mixtape, Pachyman pays tribute to legends like King Tubby, Scientist, and Lee "Scratch" Perry. Audio

Pachyman’s music has been described as sun-kissed and he’s here in New Zealand for the summer, celebrating his latest album Switched On with a series of shows: Audio

The three surviving members of Led Zeppelin have been mysteriously media-shy - until the new doco Becoming Led Zeppelin. Video, Audio

Australian world music star Mitch Tambo and his wife Voice of Lele have released a duet and their take on the classic hit My Island Home. Video, Audio

Review - Jarring explanations of the obvious aside, there's still plenty to enjoy for local audiences, writes Graham Smith.

The latest edition of the popular empire-building game that's captured the attention of the likes of Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk will be released soon. Video, Audio

Australia's Jo Nemeth told Saturday Morning about the "gift economy", inspiring others, and the challenges of living without money. Audio

Sean Baker's Anora secured a surprise best picture win at at the 30th Annual Critics Choice Awards over frontrunners The Brutalist and Emilia Pérez.

As George Thorogood & The Destroyers prepare for two NZ shows with ZZ Top this May, their 74-year-old frontman is rocking as hard as ever… and contemplating a tattoo of a kiwi. Audio

Nadia Reid tells Charlotte Ryan about finding self-compassion via motherhood, the joy of anonymity in a fitness class and leaving "deep sadness" in the dust. Video, Audio

Opening the Tora Coastal Walk has enabled James and Kiri Elworth family to keep running their rugged family farm.

Two very different settings of verses from Romans Chapter 8 this week: “Nothing can separate us from the love of God”. And we’re completing our Summer Hymn Requests with hymns including Abide with me and Will your anchor hold. Audio

In a rare interview, the Grammy-winning rapper said "storytelling" will be central to his Super Bowl performance on Monday (NZ time). Video