Mark Knoff Thomas
America and its guns
America's latest school shooting has ignited the discussion about gun use and ownership however there are many facts that seem to circulating that are incorrect or at least, exaggerated. Audio
Fugitive pirate captured
One of the pirates involved in the murder of Sir Peter Blake has been captured after 15 years on the run. He was arrested in Brazil during a routine stop. Audio
The Panel with Mark Knoff-Thomas and Stephanie Rodgers (Part 2)
Our half-time topic today is all about enviornmental stories of the week including the Church of England's call to giev up plastic for Lent, the return of glass milk bottles, Germany trialling free… Audio
The Panel with Mark Knoff-Thomas and Stephanie Rodgers (Part 1)
One of the pirates involved in the murder of Sir Peter Blake has been captured after 15 years on the run. He was arrested in Brazil during a routine stop. Sir Peter Blake was the world's most famous… Audio
Rocket man
A self-taught scientist is attempting to prove once and for all that the Earth is flat. The Californian is hoping to dispel what he believes is a conspiracy, that the Earth is a sphere, by launching… Audio
To vape or not to vape
Smoking rates aren't dropping noticeably despite the push for a Smokefree Aotearoa. Massey University professor of public health Marewa Glover explains why vaping is the key to bring down smoking… Audio
Holidays deals without the holiday
New Zealand retailers have latched on to the 'Black Friday' phenomenon, offering deals and bargains despite New Zealanders not traditionally celebrating Thanksgiving. We ask the panellists what they… Audio
Panel Says
What the Panelists Leonie Freeman and Mark Knoff-Thomas want to talk about. Audio
First impressions of the world's best musicians
The BBC has released the notes its staff made on the auditions of various artists. Meanwhile the music quality of CDs, Vinyl and Streaming has been tested and CDs have come out on top. We ask the… Audio
Transgressions of men in the public eye
Hamilton councillor Mark Bunting has stood down after a disciplinary committee today over his inappropriate messages to a journalist. Audio
Compromise wins
Team New Zealand has bowed to Auckland council, accepting it's wharf extension option for the 2021 America's Cup. The panellists discuss whether those making the decisions considered whether this is… Audio
Trouble in schools
New figures from the Education ministry show teachers are having to physically restrain children from hurting themselves or others 130 times a month. More than half of the cases involved children with… Audio
Medical professionals and bullying
A study has revealed more than a third of senior doctors and dentists have been the victim of bullying behaviour and more than two thirds of medical professionals have witnessed bullying. Audio
No berm for Christchurch
Christchurch council has passed a bylaw banning parking on grass berms. The panellists tell us if this parking annoys them, or whether this bylaw is a bit over the top. Audio
The Panel with Leonie Freeman and Mark Knoff-Thomas (Part 2)
The BBC has released the notes its staff made on the auditions of various artists. Many of the artists went on to become some of the greatest musicians of their generation but at the time Elton John… Audio
The Panel with Leonie Freeman and Mark Knoff-Thomas (Part 1)
Christchurch council has passed a bylaw banning parking on grass berms. As of March next year it will be a fineable offence to park anywhere on a grass berm. Businesses are against the move, with line… Audio
Cat turns up NINE years after going missing
Cat missing for nine years turns up at the SPCA and returned to its owners after they were found via her microchip. Audio
Sheep farmers up against PETA ban on wool clothing
Federated farmers talks to the latest campaign from PETA which is encouraging people to ditch wool due to cruelty concerns which are not happening in New Zealand. Audio
"It leaves me both irate and desolate"
Cancer survivor, Jake Bailey says he is shocked at how many people with cancer choose alternative treatments from naturopaths when conventional medicine could save or prolong their lives. We speak to… Audio
Panel Says
What the Panelists Jo McCarrol and Mark Knoff-Thomas want to talk about. Audio
