Life And Society
What is it like for kids to act in scary movies?
Some directors played off the genuine fear in their child actors while others protected their young talent.
'Untold Stories' The project tracing WWII's displaced persons
A couple of weeks ago Jesse spoke to a woman named Mychelle for our Freaky Friday segment. She shared a story about her Dad, who migrated to New Zealand from Bulgaria post-World War II and wound up in… Audio
Mysterious free retro taxis take to the streets in Auckland
From today, three retro taxi cabs will be cruising around Newmarket, Ponsonby and Takapuna waiting for people game enough for a trip to a mystery destination. Heart of the City chief executive Viv… Audio
Not just fat: The truth about 'man boobs'
Most chest enlargement in men, often jokingly called 'man boobs', is harmless. Still, certain warning signs should never be ignored.
Is Halloween too scary for kids?
The gothic and macabre have always held a special fascination for children.
The pros and cons of a social media ban for young people
We are joined by two experts who come down on different sides of the issue, clinical psychologist Dr Danielle Einstein and media lecturer Dr Alex Beattie. Audio
Bookmarks with Dr Jeremy Tatere MacLeod
Time for bookmarks and today we're joined by Dr Jeremy Tatere MacLeod. He's the deputy chair of Te Taura Whiri i te Reo Maori (the Maori Language Commission) and founder of indigenous language… Audio
How letting your mind wander can reset your brain
What our brains really need is some much needed time off from concentrating.
Wonderful World of TradeMe with Emma Bacon
TradeMe's Emma Bacon has a classic Warriors raising funds for the Abilities Group. Audio
Shower Thoughts: How do you write a sermon?
Reuben Munn has been a pastor for twenty years and joins Emile Donovan to explain. Audio
Sam the Trap Man on returning Aotearoa to its roots
New Zealand has had its fair share of iconic outdoorsmen - some real, some created, some a bit of both - but all genuine characters. Audio
Costly fender benders going unrepaired
Panel beaters say more people are opting to drive with damage from fender benders, because insurance claims are so expensive. Audio
What happens in your brain when you change your mind?
The science of metacognition may eventually help people train their minds to make better choices.
Miriama Toms: Flowers from Felix
How we spend time over a long holiday weekend can include visiting our loved ones at cemeteries around the country. If we live closer we can visit more often, but if we don't, a long weekend provides… Audio
Ways to increase safety on first date, red flags to watch for
Meeting someone new for the first time can be fun and exciting, but also risky.
Organising the Ōtāhuhu Food Festival
If you are in Tāmaki Makaurau today, you might want to head out to the Ōtāhuhu Food Festival - the country's largest. Audio
Rainbow's End iconic pirate ship returns
Susan Mudie is the Rainbow's End CEO and she joins Emile Donovan. Audio
The Panel with Penny Ashton and Nick Leggett, Part 2
In part two, do you remember swimming lessons at school? Water Safety NZ says not enough kids are getting on the waka, with under half of the country's children doing lessons according to a 2023… Audio
The Pre-Panel for Friday 24 October 2025
Jesse is joined by The Panel host Wallace Chapman and producer Tessa Guest to preview this evening's show. Audio
Weekend Stuff: How to make sure you get lighting right
Interior designer Sylvia Sanford joins Jesse to talk lighting - and how to make sure you get it right in your home. Audio
