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More than 65 million people are displaced globally. Hamiltonian Tania Jones met some of these refugees when she was volunteering in Greece. When she came home she decided more needed to be done to… Audio, Gallery

We asked our listeners to tell us what they reckon are the best songs about leaving. We got hundreds of suggestions and have culled the list down to 20! Get your tissues ready! Video, Audio

We're two weeks out from Christmas and many kids, and adults, are well into their advent calendars. Some may say the countdown calendars are just a commercialised gimmick, but Tash Nilsson's one can't… Audio, Gallery

Jess Daniell shares her recipe for a fresh and fabulous melon caprese salad, as well as some ideas for savoury dishes with seasonal fruit. Audio

The controversial Canadian psychologist Jordan Peterson is coming to New Zealand in February, and the Spinoff's Madeleine Chapman came up with a novel way to try to understand his philosophy and ideas… Audio

A pair of ancient V-class locomotives though to among of their kind in the world have been unearthed near the Southland town of Lumsden. The local heritage trust chair John Titter joins us to explain… Audio, Gallery

With more thunderstorms expected on Thursday, meteorologist Brandolino talks to Afternoons' Jesse Mulligan about the underlying science and offers some tips on staying safe. Audio

Comedian Urzila Carlson grew up knowing what it's like to go without over Christmas and is urging New Zealanders to give something to those in need this holiday season.  Audio

If you can get your hands on fresh new-season garlic, you'll find it quite different to the long-life stuff – milder, juicier and easier to crush, says Julie Biuso. Generally, it's older garlic that… Audio

Just one person giving up animal products in just one of their daily meals can save around 750,000 litres of water and the carbon equivalent of 4800 driving kilometres over a year, according to Suzy… Video, Audio

In Mary's new book, Rich Enough? A laid-back guide for every Kiwi, she writes about eight steps to get your finances sorted. She talks with Jesse about why it's best to do it in steps. Audio

Catherine Tate doesn't care whether you like her, she doesn't care whether you like her characters - she just wants to make you laugh.  Audio

Simon Sweetman celebrates the music and songwriting of George Harrison Audio

The "domestic goddess" herself Nigella Lawson is coming to New Zealand this summer. The food writer, who has sold more than ten million cookbooks, will bring her new stage show An Evening With Nigella… Audio

Chef Ganesh Raj from Auckland restaurant The Tasting Shed has created a very special dessert for this summer's North West Wine, Beer & Food Festival in North West Auckland – a Whenuapai Trifle made… Audio

This week's band fuses South American beats and Spanish vocals with classic Kiwi roots vibes. Brazilian-born Bobby Brazuka and Venezuelan singer Jennifer Zea - with a little help from their friends -… Video, Audio

Truth, Love and Clean Cutlery features restaurant recommendations from some of the best food writers in the world, and one name on the list really stands out - It's Fort Greene - a little wee sandwich… Audio

Mimi (Aimee Belton) first met Rivers (Chris Baigent) during the aftermath of the 2011 Christchurch earthquake. As Mimi & Rivers, the duo plays folky tunes with pop melodies and strong harmonies. Audio

We asked people to tell us their favourite TV themes, and were INUNDATED with suggestions ... Video, Audio

Tight immigration laws are leaving restaurateurs with chronic staff problems, an Auckland business owner says, but a hospitality worker says poor wages are the reason businesses can't retain staff. Audio

Marion Nestle has made it her mission to shine a light on food politics and questionable dietary science. She calls out the food industry for manipulating research and educates us about how to fight… Audio

If you're looking for simple, good-quality Italian food in Wanaka, Francesca's Italian Kitchen is the place. Co-owner James Stapley shares with us a recipe for his "ideal" tiramisu from their new… Audio

In November 2016, one of the biggest earthquakes in our recorded history struck the coastal South Island town of Kaikōura. Two people died, buildings were destroyed and huge landslides on to State… Video, Audio, Gallery

Do you feel like your job is making the world a better place? If not, you might be in what anthropologist David Graeber defines as a 'bullshit job' – "pointless but you have to pretend that it's… Video, Audio

At 11am this Sunday people around the world will mark 100 years since the end of World War I, with a two-minute silence to acknowledge the immense loss and hardship endured throughout the war.  Audio, Gallery