Jesse Mulligan
Bookmarks with Jack Trolove
Today's bookmarks guest we spoke to recently about his exhibition at Pataka art gallery - thresholding. But we thought he had such an interesting life story, that we'd love to hear more about some of… Audio
Podcast Critic: Alex Barnes
Today educational researcher and evaluator from Te Awamutu, Alex Barnes, talks to Jesse about the podcasts he's been listening to. He gives his verdict on Taringa by Te Wananga o Aotearoa and The… Audio
Green shoots: Reasons to be optimistic on emissions
For decades, environmental scientist and sustainability expert Dr Jonathan Foley has looked at the data about climate change with concern, sometimes despair. But now he says he's more optimistic than… Audio
Music feature: best ever covers
Today's music feature may leave you questioning whether your favourite songs are actually an original. Because today we are talking about songs you may not know are covers! Audio
Book Critic: Pip Adam
Today Pip talks to Jesse about the Science and Fantasy fiction genre in New Zealand and the recent I Say Nope and Sir Julius Vogel Awards. Within that theme she reviews Na Viro by Gina Cole and… Audio
Balancing freedom of speech without endorsing misinformation
In order for democracy to thrive, it needs one thing that has the potential to destroy it; freedom of expression. And with that freedom comes cancel culture, misinformation and sometimes chaos says… Audio
How to survive when tramping
For our expert feature today we've got an expert on how to survive the great outdoors, Operations Manager at NZ Mountain Safety Council, Nathan Watson on the show. Audio
Australian Correspondent Brad Foster
Today Sydney based correspondent Brad Foster talks to Jesse about an unusual celebration in Queensland where there's been a 40th anniversary celebration of a mall opening - much to his amusement. He… Audio
Television Critic: Linda Burgess
Today Linda talks to Jesse about The Hidden Life of Pets and Uncoupled, both on Netflix. She also has a special mention of Sandi Toksvig's Extraordinary Escapes. Audio
First Maori literature hub launched online
The first Maori literature hub has just been launched online. It's called Wharerangi, and is designed to support, inform and empower Maori writers at different stages of their career. Audio
Fire and Fury: doco explores hate and disinformation in Aotearoa
Ending Covid-19 mandates wasn't the true agenda of some key figures in this year's Wellington parliament protests, says journalist Paula Penfold. She hopes the new Stuff Circuit doco Fire and Fury… Video, Audio
Online platform created to match people with sperm donors
An Auckland woman and her partner who found their sperm donor via facebook is now offering help to others who are struggling to find a donor via the traditional route. Taryn Cumming shared her story… Audio
First song: Arahi
Hawkes Bay artist Arahi is on a North Island tour. He's midway through his concerts. He stops by to play and exclusive preview of his next single being released next Friday, Her Love's Gonna Tear Me… Audio
Critter of the Week: Blue shark
Blue sharks are curious predators found in open oceans throughout the world with the largest numbers here in the Pacific. Audio
Gardening with Jo McCarroll
This week editor of NZ Gardening Magazine Jo McCarroll talks about the tips she's collected for budget boosting crops. She spoken with expert gardeners all over New Zealand about what to plant and… Audio
Music 101: Charlotte Ryan
Charlotte Ryan, host of Music 101 here on RNZ each Saturday afternoon from 1pm talks about what's happening on the music scene over the weekend, what's coming up on her show tomorrow and because… Audio
Lemony, Leek, Ricotta and Fennel Tart
Today food stylist and cook Gretchen Lowe shares an easy recipe for a simple lunch or dinner. It's a crustless quiche and favourite with her followers on her site. Audio
NZ Live: Fur Patrol
Kiwi rock band Fur Patrol is currently touring Aotearoa to celebrate the 21st anniversary of their landmark debut album PET. Julia Deans and the band play some old favourites from PET - and a special… Video, Audio
DNA reveals history of Aotearoa’s manu
We've got new knowledge about the whakapapa of kokako, huia, and tieke saddlebacks. They're all part of the Wattle bird family, unique to Aotearoa. Audio
The biggest Beervana fan flies in from the US
One of the biggest fans of New Zealand craft beer has just landed in the country. Audio