Podcasts & Series
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Latest video series
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NZ Wars: Stories of Tainui
VIDEO + PODCAST. The third epic chapter in the award-winning NZ Wars series. Presented by Mihingaarangi Forbes. Made with the support of NZ On Air.
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John Bluck writes
Essays on a variety of themes by John Bluck
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HERE WE ARE
Living with mental distress as a trans, gender diverse or non-binary person in Aotearoa New Zealand.
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NZ Wars: Stories of Waitara
NZTV AWARD WINNER | AIB FINALIST. The second epic chapter in the award-winning NZ Wars series. Presented by Mihingaarangi Forbes. Made possible by the RNZ/NZ On Air Innovation Fund.
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Someday Stories 4 (2020)
A series of sustainability-focused short films by emerging young film-makers. Made with the support of NZ On Air, Te Māngai Pāho, NZFC, & The Vista Foundation.
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The Outliers
The Outliers is a look at inspirational youth from minority communities who are bucking the trends and standing out from their peers. Made with the support of NZ On Air.
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House Talk
How do we solve NZ’s housing crisis? Experts, politicians, councillors, and developers have their say. Made possible by the RNZ/NZ On Air Innovation Fund.
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The Citizen's Handbook: Election Special
Everything you need to know about the upcoming NZ General Election and two referendums, from the team behind The Citizen's Handbook. Made possible by the RNZ/NZ On Air Innovation Fund.
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The Story of Te Awe
Since 2013, an Auckland Museum team have led Te Awe, a project designed to enrich, conserve and improve the care of the Museum’s taonga Māori.
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Loading Docs 2020 (Season 7)
A launchpad for New Zealand documentary shorts. A turning point for humanity. The revolution is here.
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Alice Snedden's Bad News
Docu-comedy series that wrestles with some of the most confusing and contentious political & social issues confronting Aotearoa in 2020. Made possible by the RNZ/NZ On Air Innovation Fund.
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This Is Us
A series of digital stories showcasing the diversity of Muslim New Zealanders' experiences as they reveal what they love the most. Made possible by the RNZ/NZ On Air Innovation Fund.
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Two Cents' Worth
Stories that make sense of business and the economy... and how they affect your back pocket. Made by RNZ & Newsroom. Hosted by Bernard Hickey, Nikki Mandow and Peter Griffin.
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Coronavirus Podcast
A daily podcast on the Covid-19 Coronavirus hosted by RNZ's Indira Stewart.
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Game Change
INTERACTIVE. An interactive documentary exploring New Zealand’s burgeoning video game industry, using video games to tell the story. Made possible by the RNZ/NZ On Air Innovation Fund.
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Coastwatchers - Operation Pacific
The untold stories of WWII Native Wireless Operators. Video documentary with accompanying podcast. Made with the support of NZ On Air.
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Loading Docs 2019 (Season 6)
A launchpad for New Zealand documentary shorts. Unlikely characters become the heroes in a powerful mix of realities. Made with the support of NZ On Air.
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Land of the Long White Cloud
A documentary series that tells the stories of white New Zealanders who are confronting our colonial past and present, 250 years after Cook’s arrival. Made with the support of NZ On Air.
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NZ Wars: The Stories of Ruapekapeka
AWARD-WINNING DOCUMENTARY. Highlighting Northland's most infamous armed conflict. Hosted by Mihingaarangi Forbes. Made with the support of NZ On Air.
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Whitiki
Video documentary that tells the stories of three Māori Pioneers who went to battle in WWI, through the eyes of their descendants. Made with the support of NZ On Air.
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Fair Play
Zoë George and a roster of athletic co-hosts shine the spotlight on women in sport. – from results and athletes to current affairs and issues.
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THE JOY PROJECT
From spirituality and dancing to pottery and rowing, hear from a group of New Zealanders as they share what makes them happy.
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Literary lectures
A series of reflections by leading authors on the state of writing in Aotearoa
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Contemporary Feminism
A series of panel discussions at the City Gallery Wellington
Radio Podcasts
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Culture 101
Perlina Lau and Mark Amery host a weekly show about creativity and culture in Aotearoa.
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Sunday Morning
News, discussion, features and ideas until midday.
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Mediawatch
There's never a shortage of opinions on the media - but Mediawatch looks at it all in detail twice a week, accompanied by to-the-point interviews and analysis. Mediawatch is a must-listen…
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The House
Legislation, issues and insights from Parliament.
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Nashville Babylon
The very best in Americana, alt country and blues music, hosted by Mark Rogers.
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Hymns on Sunday
A weekly selection of traditional and modern hymns with Robyn Jaquiery