Life And Society
What goes on inside a te reo-only stand-up comedy show
Bringing te reo outside the classroom is the goal of the reo Māori stand-up comedy show Tainapu.
The Panel with Niki Bezzant and Liam Hehir (Part 2)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Niki Bezzant and Liam Hehir talk about whether dogs should be allowed to roam freely in public places like businesses, pubs and garden centers, the… Audio
The Pre-Panel for 17th September 2024
Today on the pre-Panel, Wallace Chapman previews tonight's show with Jesse Mulligan. Plus producer Sam Hollis joins them to talk about the latest TikTok trend of "Fridgescaping" - decorating… Audio
Thrift
Katy Gosset visits a Repair Cafe where volunteers mend items, sharing their practical skills and saving money at the same time. Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Tuesday 17 September 2024
On today's episode, our correspondent in the USA provides the latest on an apparent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump; Workplace Relations and Safety Minister, Brooke van Velden… Audio
Fixing household items at the Repair Cafe
Why is our stuff always breaking and how can we avoid spending on new items? Katy Gosset gets some tips on buying well to start with. And she visits a Repair Cafe where volunteers stitch and fix items… Audio
The story behind the Kiwi accent on Slovakia train announcements
Emile Donovan talks to the man behind the voice, Gavin Shoebridge. Audio
The Pre-Panel for 16th September 2024
Today on the pre-Panel, Wallace Chapman previews tonight's show with Jesse Mulligan. Plus producer Tom Riste-Smith joins them to discuss some Ig Nobel Prize willing research which found: the direction… Audio
Coco's Cantina crew picks up 90kg of rubbish from K Rd
Nothing says 'birthday party' like collecting nearly 90kg of trash off Auckland's Karangahape Road, say restaurant owners. Audio
Expert Feature: how to read body language
For today's feature we're looking at what we say when we're not saying anything at all. We're talking about body language, the non-verbal clues that offer insight into what we're all really thinking… Audio
Made in NZ: if you want to make some holes, these are your guys
Sutton Tools has been making tools for boring holes at their factory in Kaiapoi since 1962. Jesse talks to general manager Kevin Donovan about why making cutting tools is anything but "boring". Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Monday 16 September 2024
On today's episode, our correspondent in the USA provides the latest on an apparent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump; Workplace Relations and Safety Minister, Brooke van Velden… Audio
24 years at the CAB
Alan Kerby is celebrating 24 years of helping his neighbours and community as a volunteer at the North Otago Citizens Advice Bureau. He chats with Jesse about his time of service, why the CAB is still… Audio
Emmys return with 'Shogun' and 'The Bear' leading the pack
Father-son duo Eugene and Dan Levy will host the festivities, which start at midday Monday NZT.
Is solo dining rising in popularity?
An Auckland chef is seeing a rise in people eating alone at restaurants. Audio
'Quiet vacationing' not all it's cracked up to be, experts say
Think working from a holiday destination is a win-win? The experts aren't so sure. Video
How the capybara has made the internet a happier place
The semi-aquatic capybaras have risen to stardom thanks to TikTok - and won hearts all across the world. Video
Is screen time making our kids behave badly?
A little Bluey goes a long way - but hours of screen time is preventing crucial interactions between children and their parents, a researcher says. Audio
The everyday objects that refuse to quit
In a world where nothing seems built to last, it's comforting to know there are some rugged items that keep delivering the goods day after day.
'You've got to know when you've got enough' - Millionaire on giving wealth away
"The more you give, the more will come back to you," says Ranjna Patel. Audio
