Jesse Mulligan
John Kirwan on the inaugural 1987 Rugby World Cup win
Today we're joined by Sir John Kirwan to discuss the 1987 Rugby World Cup winning All Blacks team. Audio
Music Critic: Brad Warrington
Brad Warrington aka DJ Sticky Fingaz reviews Christchurch hip hop artist Big Sima's 'The Student', and Beyoncé's "Break my soul". Audio
Broadband is over priced says NZ Compare
NZ Compare estimates that over half-a-million households could be paying a lot less for internet. Audio
New Zealand's first clay composter
Clay is a breathable natural resource known for its antibacterial properties. It's used a lot traditionally by many cultures in food preparation and service. Compost enthusiast Victoria Aguilera has… Audio
NZ competitor in Mongol Derby the youngest in the competition
The Mongol Derby is an multi-horse endurance race that is considered the longest and toughest in the world. Audio
Children's book ignites passion for fossils
Last week we spoke to Dr Nic Rawlence about his campaign for New Zealand to adopt a fossil emblem and celebrate its pre-historic past. Well, another way we can do that is by getting future generations… Audio
Matariki musical extravaganza on TVNZ+
Aotearoa's biggest music stars are performing at Purapura Whetū - Stars of Matariki on Friday. Audio
Sustainable landscaping
Most of us probably like the idea of second hand and upcycling, but it can be hard to consistently live that way. When you need something, you don't always have the energy to trawl Trade Me and scour… Audio
Sharing tips on black truffle growing
Ohiwa Black Diamond Truffles has been given more than $155,000 by the Government to encourage other landowners to grow 'black diamonds'. Audio
Adults with intellectual disabilites aren't children so don't call them 'cute'
Adults with disabilities are often described as "cute" by members of the public. While never meant in a patronizing way, it is important we use adult language while talking to and about people with… Audio
Why women need to say 'no' more often
Four women have decided it's time to say no more often. They've written a book, Jesse speaks to one of the authors, Laurie Weingart. Audio
Music feature: Lexus song quest with Clarissa Dunn
After a four year hiatus, the much anticipated Lexus Song Quest will showcase some of Aotearoa's best young vocal talent. Clarissa Dunn from RNZ Concert, who will be hosting this year's semis and… Audio
Book Critic: Pip Adam
Today Pip talks about Jane Austen books which have been turned into films. She gives her take on Fire Island, Pride and Prejudice and Emma. She also has a special mention of Pride and Prejudice and… Audio
Relationships with Hannah Korrel
Today neuropsychologist Hannah talks about how to get the advance on your own IQ by practising a few key principles of mental health. Audio
Cheese names under threat in EU free trade negotiations
NZ is currently negotiating a free trade agreement with the EU, and our cheese makers are worried they're about to be caught in the crossfire. The New Zealand Specialist Cheesemakers Association's… Audio
Coding in prisons offering new prospects for inmates
People with a criminal history struggle to get jobs. The not-for-profit organisation Take2, run a modern rehabilitation programme for prisoners in computer coding. Their technical director at Take2… Audio
Screen time in schools under the spotlight
Tablets and laptops are commonplace in schools, and while they can be amazing tools for learning, there may be downsides. Paediatric physiotherapist and post graduate health science student Julie… Audio
Grandson of Watergate prosecutor reflects on Washington
Robert Draper is a reporter for the New York Times and the grandson of Watergate Special prosecutor Leon Jaworski. He's writing a book about the Capitol insurrection and reflects on Washington then… Audio
Expert feature: Matariki with Richard Hall
We know how important Matariki is to Maori but the star cluster has been part of human folklore for tens of thousands of years. Today's expert Richard Hall is one of our country's leading astronomical… Audio
Australian Correspondent Brad Foster
Sydney based correspondent Brad Foster talks to Jesse about Government vouchers given out during COVID which still haven't been used. It's estimated in New South Wales that around 326 million dollars… Audio