Gender
Gender roles in Children's Books: Changing the Narrative.
We talk to Briar Lawry from Little Unity in Auckland about a report which looks at gender roles in some best-selling Children's books. Audio
'Conversations With People Who Hate Me'
In 'Conversations With People Who Hate Me' the actor and activist Dylan Marron speaks directly to the people making hateful comments about him (and others) online. Four years ago Colleen tweeted "I'm… Audio
Celebrity Kiwi scientist inspires girls in Fiji
Celebrity Kiwi scientist visits Fiji to help inspire girls from squatter settlements to stay at school and pursue STEM subjects. Audio
Pacific feminists urged to stay strong
Pacific feminists can overcome distance and use their combined strength in fighting for gender equality, human rights and justice in the region. Joey Joleen Mataele of the Tonga's Leitis Association… Audio
Toxic tech? 'A Job For The Boys'
Why, when and how did the tech industry get so blokey? What are the consequences of having a male-dominated technology sector? And how are people trying to change things? These are some of the… Audio
'NB': life beyond the binary
People use the term 'non-binary' when they don't identify as completely male or completely female. 'NB' offers a first person account of what living as a non-binary person feels like. Audio
Brains are shaped by life experience, not gender
Are male and female brains really that different, or is it just a sexist myth? Neuroscience professor Gina Rippon argues that our brains are shaped by the lives we live and what we're exposed to – not… Audio
Gender self-ID bill pushed back
A bill which would allow people to change their sex on their birth certificate has been deferred, with authorities citing inadequate public consultation. Audio
In a first, opposition and government come together to talk Fiji women's rights
Women parliamentarians in Fiji are being encouraged to cast their political differences aside and use their historic numbers to further women's rights. Audio
National ad labelled "sexist"
The National Party has released a new ad, criticising Kiwibuild. But it's been slammed on social media, with many calling it patronising and a classic case of 'mansplaining'. Audio
Self help Sixties style: The Complete Woman
'The Complete Woman' is a 6-part series sending up domestic life back in 1960s America. Drawing her inspiration from old self-help guides, Amanda Lund creates domestic guru Marabel May. And you don't… Audio
More women coaching rugby than ever before
Some of the country's leading female rugby coaches say it was rare to see women in charge five years ago. But as Te Aniwa Hurihanganui reports, the tide has changed. Audio
'Ladies, We Need To Talk': is it OK to settle for average?
'Ladies, We Need To Talk' is a podcast from the ABC in Australia that tackles potentially delicate topics head on. Recent episodes have covered mean girls, menopause, cosmetic surgery, and anxiety… Audio
Special topic: What is gender in 2019?
We look back on the gender-based stories that dominated the news last year and discuss what that means now as we begin the new year. Audio
#metoo destroying office parties?
The Guardian has reported on the demise of office parties.There's been a decline in festivities, down to 65 percent, with #metoo and millennials being blamed, Meanwhile gender equality has stalled… Audio
Fight of his life. Trans boxer Thomas Page McBee
Thomas Page McBee is perhaps better qualified than many to understand the complexities of gender. The author, journalist and columnist was the first trans man to box in Madison Square Garden, is a… Audio
Fighting the Same Fight
Feminised or gendered roles in the workforce were carved out in our past and still impact on the lives of women in the workplace today. Find out more in Episode 8 of Beyond Kate. Audio
Public backing for gender and sexuality survey questions
Statistics New Zealand says it has had positive support for its inclusion of questions about gender identity and sexual orientation in surveys.
Sure to Rise
Mathematics, science and English might be what we consider the core elements of a good education today, but back when women won the right to vote, learning to bake the perfect scone was considered an… Audio
Not all black and white. Re-thinking identity
Gender. Sexuality. Religion. Race. Nationality. Class. Culture. These are just some of the key facets of identity that help us define who we are, which often involve labels, stereotypes and ideas… Audio