Wallace Chapman
Podcast Critic: Ximena Smith
Today's reviewer, reporter for Te Ao Moana on Maori television, Ximena Smith, talks to Wallace about Crypto Island, the latest project form PJ Vogt on Apple Podcasts. She also shares her thoughts on… Audio
Six new species of wētā facing climate threat
To some great news now for our native species the weta. Six new speices of the apline cave insects have been discovered in the south of the South Island. Massey University professor Steven Trewick… Audio
Failed bid to save Founders Theatre in Hamilton
A last-ditch effort to save Hamilton's 60-year-old Founder's Theatre from demolition has failed. The Founder's Threatre Trust spokesperson Margaret Evans talks to Wallace. Audio
Apple launches new child safety feature in New Zealand
Apple is expected to introduce new safety features to their devices that will help shield children from nudity. NetSafe online safety operations manager Sean Lyon talks to Wallace. Audio
Dating in the 21st Century: 'Initimacy has been privatised'
Dating in the 21st century often begins with a lie and alone. Dr Marie Bergstrom, a researcher at the French Institute of Demographic Studies in Paris argues the privatization of intimacy is changing… Audio
The roaring '20s revival in this century
Jazz historian Aleisha Ward is a Lecturer at the school of Music at the University of Auckland, and she wonders if the roaring 20s are happening again! She joins Wallace to talk Jazz and play some… Audio
Book Critic: Claire Mabey
Today Claire talks to Wallace about books she has recently re-read. She's read The Bone People by Keri Hulme and Brother of More Famous Jack by Barbara Trapido. Audio
Relationships with Hannah Korrel
Today neuropscyhologist and clinical psychologist Hannah Korrel talks about how to navigate traditional family get togethers if you have a plus one or their family traditions to consider. Audio
De-carbonising wool processing to boost exports
A project is being launched to dramatiacally reduce the carbon emissions associated with processing wool for carpet manufacturing. Bremworth carpets CEO Greg Smith talks to Wallace about their plans.
…New interactive museum to commemorate WWI NZ soldiers
Weta Workshop has teamed up with the New Zealand Memorial Museum Trust - Le Quesnoy to re-create a pivotal moment in our WW1 history - in Le Quesnoy itself. Trustee Jude Dobson talks to Wallace about… Audio
Social supermarkets to offer more choice for those in need
A new approach to addressing food poverty is being rolled out by supermarket giant, Food Stuffs together with community providers. Willa Hand, the head of membership experience at Foodstuffs North… Audio
The Panel with Chris Finlayson and Ella Henry (Part 2)
Panellists Chris Finlayson and Ella Henry discuss the effect the Gib shortage is having on tradies, co-governance and the ongoing debate surrounding new cycleways in Wellington. Audio
The Panel with Chris Finlayson and Ella Henry (Part 1)
Panellists Chris Finlayson and Ella Henry discuss how the latest inflation figures will impact Kiwis, Russia testing ballistic missiles and a Christian group who broke into song mid-flight. Audio
The Pre-Panel with Chris Finlayson and Ella Henry
Panellists Chris Finlayson and Ella Henry discuss TikTok recipes and tell us what they've been thinking. Audio
Critter of the Week: Southland green skink
Nicola Toki has a new job as the Chief Executive Kaiwhakahaere Matua of Forest and Bird. But she hasn't forgotten her most important job - COTW! This week: A chunky skink (or 'robust' in reptile… Audio
Home Improvement with Stan Scott
Stan Scott from Mitre Ten is in to discuss tips and tricks for DIY over a holiday weekend! Audio
Martin Bosley's Passionfruit Tart
Chef, bon vivant and Wairarapa local Martin Bosley is on the line, and he's got an autumnal treat on his mind. Audio
Lyttelton steams into new phase
It wasn't so long ago we were being told print was a dying medium, but Lyttleton has a new newspaper! The Lyttleton Harbour Review has sent out it's first missive and its a product of the Lyttelton… Audio
Film Review: Ali Ventura
Ali has been to see The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent in cinemas and has been watching Windfallat home on her Netflix account. Audio
Food rescue service going hard after 10 years
From humble beginnings operating out of the boot of a car to a nationwide network diverting food from landfill and delivering it to people in need. KiwiHarvest. Founder Deborah Manning talks… Audio