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Classical pianist Maria Mo has curated a playlist for our listeners of classical pieces that knocked her off her feet the first time she heard them. Audio

The Awhi Shed makes and delivers care packages and hot food to flood victims and volunteers, to rough sleepers, and to brighten the days of those struggling with an ongoing lockdown. The driving force… Audio

A new online clinic set-up in lockdown will make sure pet care doesn't suffer. Massey University's Robert Sawicki talks to Jesse about why it will become an important tool even after lockdown. Audio, Gallery

Brandon Jack carried the weight of legacy when he played 28 games with the Sydney Swans. He tackles the sports mad culture that nearly broke him in his new book. Audio

Surfing expert and General Manager of Surfing New Zealand, Ben Kennings, teaches Jesse how to get started in the sport.  Audio

Today we learned one of New Zealand's most influential visual artists, Billy Apple, has died. Jesse speaks with Art historian, director of The Adam Art Gallery and Billy Apple biographer, Christina… Audio

Annabelle was handed, from a safe distance, observing all currently best practice COVID protocols a recipe for a no bake comfort food recipe to get through the current lockdown.  Audio

Now you might think you wouldn't want to make a swarm of bees angry, but it really depends on what you're after. New Australian research has found that the venom of an angry bee is more powerful than… Audio

High school students in Auckland are asking for more help from the Ministry of Health as they struggle with exam pressures combined with household lockdown stress. Ross McFadzean, a prefect at Rosmini… Audio

The talented indie-pop siblings Georgia and Caleb Nott, known as BROODS have released their first single for two years. Caleb talks to Jesse about the song which some say is their darkest yet. Video, Audio

Radio With Pictures was an alternative music programme that was appointment viewing for a generation of music fans on a Sunday evening, from 1976 to 1988. Former presenter Karyn Hay and former… Video, Audio

Our athletes in Tokyo have been having some real success, with swimmer Sophie Pascoe claiming her 16th Olympic medal last night - and her 11th Gold. She's not the only one winning medals, there have… Audio

For women considering a career change - some interesting news. A new survey shows employees in the trade sector want to hire more women, but they need support to do it. The survey was carried out by… Video, Audio

It's not an official diagnosis, but most people know burnout when they feel it; helpless, hopeless and overwhelmed. Dr Annamaria Garden felt it working on her PhD at the London Business School. She… Audio

Economist Rosie Collins is trying to make her line of work a bit more fun for people. She used stand up comedy as a way to improve her communication skills and inject humour into the world of… Audio

If you're stuck for things to do with the kids during lockdown levels 3 and 4 - here's something for you! Whenua Iti outdoors have come up with some fun, outdoor activities to support learning… Audio

Sometimes it's hard to understand the way other people behave - especially when you're all cooped up together. To the rescue comes a quick quiz about behaviour preferences. Business coach Lynne… Audio

As most of the country moves into Level 3 today - a reminder for those who can to reach out to elderly people who might be struggling with the lockdown. University of Otago geriatrician and researcher… Audio

Evolutionary anthropologist Herman Pontzer busts misconceptions about metabolism, including the idea that it slows down as we age, in the new book Burn. Audio

Dietician Victoria Schonwald shares some tips to keep moving forward with eating disorder recovery in lockdown. Audio

The clean up has started in West Auckland where overnight rainfall caused widespread flooding and damage. Auckland Mayor Phil Goff has been to the hardest hit area, Kumeu to assess the damage and… Audio

There are carrots and sticks to motivate someone to do something they should. And then there's the nudge. Behavioural economist Richard Thaler tells Jesse that people can be nudged in the right… Audio

Accomplished singer Sophie Morris talks about the art of singing, how your vocal chords change to match musical notes and if anyone can learn to sing.  Video, Audio

Julie Biuso shares a great recipe to make the most of the cheap butternut pumpkins available right now.  Audio

One of Wellington's oldest native bush restoration projects is celebrating 30 years since the first seedlings were planted.  Audio