Jesse Mulligan

Following the news that the Chateau Tongariro will close permanently many listeners got in touch with their memories of staying at the central north island lodge. Marama Parore, had her wedding there… Audio

A falconer of 23 years believes the ancient art could help protect our native raptor population, and tackle pest problems.  Chris Brook is the co-founder of Kahu Conservation, a rehabilitation centre… Audio

A good life is a complicated life. It's got highs and lows and it's messy, but meaningful, happy and healthy if you put effort into one thing. Professor Marc Shultz speaks to Jesse about their… Audio

For this week's music feature we're diving into the work of another British rock icon, this time in the form of Queen. Today we're joined by Neill Fraser. He is front man and guitarist for Villainy… Audio

Brad Foster reports that the Auckland flooding has been big news in Australia over the weekend. He also introduces us to the Australian Of The Year for 2023, body image culture campaigner, Taryn… Audio

This week's critter is the ngaro tara or three-lined hoverfly, a noisy native species with an important role as a pollinator.  Audio

For many the long weekend in Auckland is an opportunity to get stuck in to projects at home. Audio

If you have any fresh snapper around from fishing on days, Martin Bosley has a great refreshing way to use it. He's sharing a recipe today for Ika mata or marinated fish, a traditional pacifica dish… Audio

For NZ Live today we're bringing you a slice of Americana infused with some Kiwi roots. T-Bone is a five-piece band that formed in Wellington out of a shared love of folk and bluegrass music. Audio

Today we're talking about the life and achievements of one of our most successful athletes. Eve Rimmer was the first woman to represent New Zealand at the Paralympics, and first person to win a medal… Audio

Dear Prudence offers advice about prickly predicaments for Slate.com. Jenee Desmond Harris took over the column two years ago. She offers the lessons she's learned about living a good life from giving… Audio

It was the end of an era when Hamilton's Founder's Theatre closed in 2016, and many were heartbroken when a bid to save it failed last year. Luckily there is some respite coming in the form of a new… Audio

Were you born between 1977 and 1983? If so, you're a Xennial – part of the microgeneration sandwiched between Generation X (born 1965 and later) and the Millennials (born up until 1996). Audio