Jesse Mulligan
Music 101 - Charlotte Ryan
Charlotte Ryan, host of Music 101 here on RNZ each Saturday afternoon from midday talks about what's happening on the music scene over the weekend, what's coming up on her show tomorrow and because… Audio
Smoked Fish on Toast with Celeriac Remoulade
Today Martin Bosley shares a simple but delicious recipe for smoked fish on toast! The secret that elevates the dish is his Celeraic Remoulade which makes it a more decadent meal than it first… Audio
Film Review - Graeme Tuckett
Today Graeme Tuckett talks about Stillwater - the Amanda Knox inspired, Matt Damon film and 'Pig', new Nicolas Cage drama. Audio
Wake up call for mental health in sports
The recent sudden death of young cyclist and former Olympian Olivia Podmore has prompted more talk about what is being done in sporting circles to address the mental health issues facing athletes… Audio
What it was like to appear on kiwi dating show, Blind Date
Tim Nelson, former Blind Date participant, shares some of his memories of the show. Audio
Postgraduate leadership scholarship - applicants wanted
Auckland University is looking for applicants for its Kupe Leadership Scholarship/ Leny Woolsey is the director of the Kupe Leadership Programme and she talks to Jesse about the opportunity. Audio
Password safety a bit lax in New Zealand
Kiwi iPhone users have been receiving text alerts from Apple saying their passwords are compromised lately, Take these warnings seriously if you want to be confident your online information is safe… Audio
Op shopping revival
Op shops have been busier since the pandemic began with more New Zealanders out second-hand shopping. Jeremy Neeve who runs the Wellington City Mission stores talks to Jesse about what they're… Audio
NZ Screen History - Blind Date
Before The Bachelorette and Married at First Sight, New Zealand's OG matchmaking show was Blind Date. The TVNZ show aired in the popular pre-news slot of 5:30 pm every weeknight from 1989 to 1990 and… Video, Audio
Music Critic - Flo Wilson
Today our music critic, Flo Wilson talks to Jesse about tracks from Caterina Barbieri and Lyra Pramuk as well as music composed by Andy Santika for a traditional Balinese shadow Puppet Play! Audio
Great album - 'Hounds of Love' by Kate Bush
Kate Bush's 1985 album Hounds of Love from 1985 was self-produced and included one of her biggest hits - 'Running Up That Hill'. Audio
How Pacific Island Food Revolution is leading an actual food revolution
A TV show dedicated to showcasing pacific cuisine using locally sourced produce has had an impact on viewers. Video, Audio
Stunt actor shortage in New Zealand
New Zealand-based film and TV productions are searching for skilled people to perform daring acts. Audio
Counting COVID antibodies in Aotearoa
A new study aims to find out how many Kiwis have been exposed to Covid-19, and how long antibodies may last. Audio
Great NZ Album
Since her haunting 2011 debut as Tiny Ruins, New Zealand singer/songwriter Hollie Fullbrook has toured the world, earned considerable critical success, and expanded her quiet folk project into a trio.
…History with Dr Grant Morris
Historian Dr Grant Morris is in Rotorua taking in the history of one of NZ's most iconic cities. Today he's going to discuss the city's history from early days through to the present. While tourism… Audio
Solving the World's Problems with Simon Wilson
Today Senior Writer for the NZ Herald Simon Wilson, talks to Jesse about the complications that have plagued Auckland's second Waitemata harbour crossing and subsequent plans for pedestrian/cycle… Audio
NZ Screen History - Playschool
In our Screen History segment today, we're talking about beloved show Playschool, which ran from 1972 until 1990. Audio
Music Critic - Simon Sweetman
Today music reviewer Simon Sweetman talks about new music from Yola and Los Lobos. Audio
Great album - George Harrison 'All Things Must Pass' 50th Anniv
In celebration of the 50th Anniversary, George Harrison's, All Things Must Pass, is being celebrated with a suite of new releases highlighted by a stunning new mix of the classic album by Grammy… Audio