Culture 101

Wellington has been celebrating ballroom culture this week. It dates back to the mid-19th century but took off as a sub-culture in the early 70s as a protest against racism and transphobia faced by… Read more Audio

One of the most recognisable faces in New Zealand broadcasting, Mark Sainsbury has worked as a reporter, foreign correspondent, political editor, documentary maker, current affairs host and election… Read more Audio

The late painter blazed a brilliant, dazzling trail across the Aotearoa New Zealand art scene of the 1970s. Read more Audio

Culture 101 speaks to three Victoria University researchers and lecturers who look at the intersection of video games, and culture. Read more Audio

Artery of the Wild is on now at the Leftbank Gallery in Greymouth. Read more Audio

Kirk Franklin spoke with Culture 101's Mark Amery from Dallas, Texas. Read more Video, Audio

Director and producer June Renwick joins Culture 101 to talk about her lifelong love of drama and why she set up the Selwyn Community Arts Theatre. Read more Audio

Facilitator and curator Dayna Raroa joins Culture 101. Read more Audio

She joins Perlina Lau to share some of her cultural picks Read more Audio

Arts news for 28 September 2025. Audio

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When it comes to recognising exciting new writers Mary McCallum is a powerhouse. Audio