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A Nelson-based carver is on an ambitious journey to gift every child in state care a pounamu of their own. Timoti talks to Jesse about why he wants the children to have their own pounamu. Audio

After performing 500 shows in just two years, Matu Ngaropo is back in Aotearoa to continue his role as George Washington in the Australian production of Hamilton the Musical.  Audio

Almost half of New Zealanders feed birds, but what's the best and safest way to attract and nourish our precious native species? Auckland academic Daria Erastova investigated the effects of backyard… Audio

"Wild", "chaotic" and "difficult" are just some of the words others have used to describe experimental surf-rock band King Loser. Now filmmaker Andrew Moore needs your help to finish a documentary… Audio

Hope matters. It can help us make better, healthier choices for a happy and more productive life. Dr Carol Graham studies hope, not as a psychologist but an economist at the Brookings Institution… Audio

If you've ever dreamed of writing the next great novel or devastating piece of poetry but don't quite know where to start, this week's expert is for you. Today's we speak to writer and editor Ashleigh… Audio

Tāmaki Makaurau band Tiny Ruins has been a staple of our indie-folk scene since their first EP dropped in 2010. This week, we recorded singer-songwriter Hollie Fullbrook and the band… Video, Audio

The main handler of Invercargill's celebrity tuatara Henry is retiring this month, after a relationship dating back more than five decades. Lindsay Hazley met Henry back in 1970, then a schoolboy… Audio

Australian researchers analysed 100 of the most popular #Fitspiration Instagram accounts. They found dubious information, hypersexualisation and objectification. Audio

A new sport with an unusual name and several celebrity endorsements is picking up traction. Jeff Parke has been dubbed Auckland's Pied Piper of Pickleball, he talks to Jesse about the sport and the… Audio

We're supposed to get wiser and more mature as we get older. But when Wait But Why blogger Tim Urban looks at the world today, with all of our political divisiveness, cancel culture and conspiracy… Audio

Comedian and actor Josh Thomson is getting ready to perform his first-ever shows at the NZ International Comedy Festival. He chats to Jesse Mulligan about his favourite music, books and podcasts. Video, Audio

Community Law is providing free legal help to those with cyclone-related issues.  Sue Moroney is the CEO of Community Law, she talks to Jesse about what help can be offered. Audio

On Monday we spoke to retiring indigenous forestry researcher, Greg Steward who mentioned a huge kauri planting project just outside of Dunedin. About 20 thousand trees will be planted across 20… Audio

Today's expert is all about the culinary world of India - from the origin of the tandoor to the best way to experiment with spices. Sid Sahrawat - owner and executive chef of Cassia shares his tips… Audio

A new charitable organisation has been set-up to help eliminate racist and hate related tattoos. CEO of Think Again Laser Clinic, Mike Anderson founded this initiative. He talks to Jesse. Audio

Landscaper and gardener Tony Murrell's back with Jesse to talk about making the most of your outdoor areas through 'plant liberation'. Audio

Kelly Gibney today shares a great recipe to keep people happy and warm in the cooler months. She has a wonderful recipe for a stew then topped with croutons, cheese and onion! Audio

A huge community feast is being held in Otautahi Christchurch to thank and collaborate with those who are working tackle the food security and resilience challenges was face. Audio

This time of year on the farm is about getting ready for winter, finishing lamb sales, putting rams out with ewes, managing fly strike. But the sector is doing the hard yards to recoup after recent… Audio