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Each week on Afternoons we delve into the stories of the unexplained, eerie or strange coincidences. Dubbed 'Freaky Friday' we ask listeners to share their goose bum inducing stories with us. If you… Audio

Finding a way to protect our skin without hurting the ocean and marine life became a passion for conservationist Natalie Jones, Nga Wairiki, Ngati Apa, who was appalled by the long list of unnecessary… Audio

For the past few years Dr. Charlotte King has been studying the skeletal remains of colonial settlers on the Otago Goldfields in the eighteen hundreds. We spoke to her when she embarked on the… Audio

It's been around 2 months since the first translocation of kākāpō to mainland Aotearoa. To check in on how these taonga are going in Te Ika a Māui, we're joined by Ngai Tahu kākāpō recovery group… Audio

Every year, the average person eats about 8kg of additives, which shouldn't come as a surprise if you look at the long list of incomprehensible ingredients on the back of so many packets of food. Dr… Audio

For Bookmarks this week we talk to Dylan Mulder. He grew up in Mosgiel but has lived in seven different countries. He's a 7 time award winning World of WearableArts Alumni and has worked at Cirque du… Audio

How low can the sugar levels be in sugary drinks before people don't like the taste? A new study set out to answer that question and were surprised to find people are ok with a lot less sugar than… Audio

Tami Neilson is back from touring in the U.S and about to start a special tour in Aotearoa with NZ music legend Dinah Lee. Tami joins Jesse to talk about the upcoming Rock 'n' Roll Revue. Audio

Sally Ward, expert home baker is with Jesse to talk about the art of making birthday cakes, a timely chat at the most common time of the year for birthdays is between September 22nd and October 4th. Audio

New start-up company Rescued does. And they are the only New Zealand start up to be invited over to London next week for the Future Food Tech summit Founder Diane Stanbra speaks to Jesse. Audio

A new show has launched here at RNZ with Midday Presenter Charlotte Cook hosting a fun series called Grilled By Cook. Audio

How do you know what items will pop off at an auction, what's valuable and what will people care about? Well according Hospice Taranaki and their increasingly popular annual auction, it's a 'sixth… Audio

Today is officially the start of the Jewish New Year, Rosh HaShanah. To tell us more about the event, how it's marked and the food that's traditionally paired with the celebrations, Yael Shochat of… Audio

'Paku Manu Ariki Whakatakapokai' is a new illustrated book for young readers about a young boy full of ideas and self-determination. Audio

It's estimated that New Zealand vineyards are using around 30 million plastic ties each year to help with pest control and protection of vines.  It's hoped a newly developed biodegrable clip will help… Audio

Kiwi-Samoan rapper Poetik has opened a new retail and creative space in West Auckland that he hopes will become an oasis for indigenous artists. He speaks to Jesse about his plans. Audio

For Bookmarks today we meet Dr Julie Blommaert, a genetic scientist working with snapper so the species can survive for future generations to enjoy. She talks to Jesse about what she likes to read… Audio

Some of New Zealand's best women in rock are putting on an electric concert to pay tribute to the musicians who paved the way for them in the industry. Gin Wigmore catches up with Jesse to tell us… Audio

 AgriZeroNZ has become the lead investor in an American start-up working to reduce methane emitted from cows while improving their health.  Wayne McNee, executive director of AgriZeroNZ speaks to… Audio