Ali Jones
The Crown: Where's the line between fact and fiction?
The Crown is "reality hijacked as propaganda," argues Guardian columnist Simon Jenkins. Audio
29 lives lost: The Pike River mine disaster
A commemorative service has been held at Parliament to mark 10 years since the Pike River Mine tragedy. Audio
The Panel with Ali Jones and Sam Johnson (Part 2)
Many people are turning to flower arranging as a meditative ritual and mood-lifter in the wake of the pandemic, reports The ABC. The Panel talks to floral artist Francine Thomas, who's a member of the… Audio
The Panel with Ali Jones and Sam Johnson (Part 1)
Masks are now mandatory on public transport across Auckland and on planes nationwide. The Panel speaks to Dr Joel Rindelaub from Auckland University about the efficacy of masks in the battle to… Audio
What the panellists have been thinking about
Panellists Ali Jones and Sam Johnson share their thoughts on the 10th anniversary of Pike River. Audio
Supreme court has ruled in favour of earthquake hit home owners
The Supreme Court has ruled that a class action by Canterbury insurance holders against Southern Response can go ahead. Ali Jones, insurance claimants advocate explains to The Panel what this means… Audio
TV 3 hosting another leader's debate tonight
Labour and National Party leaders go head to head in their second televised debate tonight, hosted by Paddy Gower on 3. Audio
Rare plant stolen from Christchurch's botanic gardens
Rare plant has been stolen from Christchurch botanic gardens. The Panel talks to NZ Gardener magazine editor Jo McCarroll about the rise in house plant popularity. Audio
Children's commissioner calls for a debate on the right to silence
The Children's commissioner is calling for a debate on allowing witnesses to remain silent when it comes to child abuse. Judge Andrew Becroft talks to the Panel about his concerns about the law. Audio
California fires getting worse
California wildfires claim three more lives in Napa Valley. The Panel speaks to Santa Rosa resident, Richard la Rosa, about how bad the situation is there. Audio
Online debate erupts over tickling children and if its abuse
Online debate has been sparked after two parents disagreed about whether tickling a child is a form of child abuse. Audio
COVID death toll hits 1 million, Auckland's cluster nearly closed
The Covid-19 global death toll has reached 1 million, as the only remaining cluster in NZ is nearly closed. Epidemiology Professor Rod Jackson talks to The Panel. Audio
I am Woman singer, Helen Reddy has died
We remember the Australian singer Helen Reddy who has died in LA at the age of 78. Her song I am Woman became a feminist anthem in 1972. Audio
Joe Biden and Donald Trump's first presidential debate
Democrat presidential candidate Joe Biden and Donald Trump, have squared off for their first leaders debate in the US. We speak to Feature Story's Simon Marks. Audio
The Panel with Ali Jones and Steve McCabe (Part 1)
Democrat presidential candidate Joe Biden and Donald Trump, have squared off for their first leaders debate in the US. The Covid-19 global death toll has reached 1 million, as the only remaining… Audio
What panellists Ali Jones and Steve McCabe have been thinking
What panellists Ali Jones and Steve McCabe have been thinking. Audio
Dear Panel 30 September 2020
Dear Panel - a weekly feature answering questions about life's conundrums, presented by Amelia Langford. Audio
The Panel with Ali Jones and Steve McCabe (Part 2)
The Panel's midweek poem. California wildfires claim three more lives in Napa Valley. The Children's commissioner is calling for a debate on whether witnesses should be able to remain silent when it… Audio
Persian rice with Arman Kamalzadeh
Arman Kamalzadeh shares the Iranian way of cooking rice with The Panel! Audio
NZ studio secures rights to Badjelly The Witch
A local animation company is celebrating after securing the rights to Spike Milligan's Badjelly the Witch. Audio