Life And Society
Relationships
Okay it is time to talk relationships; Jesse is joined by Professor Kirsty Ross from Massey University's School of Psychology. Audio
Sharks exhibition shows power, vulnerability of ancient fish
Nathan visits the big new exhibition at the Auckland War Memorial Museum called Sharks. Audio
Award winning criminal justice advocate's call to the next generation
Tā Kim Workman joins Emile Donovan. Audio
Calls for a commissioner for animals amid worries welfare laws are outdated
A group of law professionals is calling for a Commissioner for animals; claiming current animal welfare laws are out of date, not fit for purpose and the system is riddled with conflicts of interest… Audio
Why the bugbears of suburbia make us so mad
From battles over berms to stray dogs and noise - why do we get so angry about our neighbourhoods?
Penpals: young and old people exchange lives through letters
St Helliers school children visit their penpals at a local resthome, Ke-xin Li has the story. Audio
Wonderful World of TradeMe with Emma Bacon
TradeMe's Emma Bacon looks back at the most viewed listings of 2025 Audio
Don McGlashan
A revealing conversation with one of our great songwriters. He opens up about the heartbreaking loss behind his song Andy . Plus his one regret about the night he told a minister to “shut up” at the… Video, Audio
The things that annoy us, and the people we moan to
From stray dogs to traffic jams to the most controversial topic of all - berms - councillors and mayors from across the country report what's getting on their residents' nerves. Audio
What is a culture war? Nights expert Dr Julia de Bres explains
Our resident science expert, Dr Julia de Bres, sociolinguist and senior lecturer at Massey University has been giving this some thought and joins us. Audio
Splurge and Save
Now for something different: Normally we're telling you how you can trim your costs but, in this episode, what can't, or won't you give up? Katy Gosset takes a look at that one indulgence that remains… Audio
The clouded legacy of Dr Truby King
Emeritus Professor of History Barbara Brookes, who wrote King's entry for the Dictionary of New Zealand Biography joins Emile Donovan. Audio
Future of Auckland sports club remains uncertain
The future of a beloved Auckland sports club is uncertain - with the Anglican Trust raising questions about who owns the land. Jessica Hopkins reports. Audio
When buying cheaper puts child safety in danger
Between the high cost of living and a slew of toys failing safety tests, buying Christmas presents for kids is fraught.
Thousands of e-bike riders taking to trail illegally
Thousands of electric bike riders are taking to a central North Island great ride trail even though e-bikes are illegal on it. Phil Pennington reports. Audio
Terror under the tree - the toys that can kill
Between the high cost of living and a slew of toys failing safety tests, buying Christmas presents for kids is fraught. Audio
Dame Jacinda Ardern discusses pregnancy, politics on 'The Graham Norton Show'
The former NZ prime minister received glowing praise from her host and fellow guests during the popular UK talk show.
Actor Davis on co-creating 'Outrageous Fortune' character Munter
"I wanted him to be a guy who made mistakes, but learnt from them."
Hannah Zwartz' gardeners' gift guide
Christmas is fast approaching, and if you're looking for a gift for the gardeners in your life, Hannah Zwartz might just have the answers. Audio
The Weekend: Wellington Bike Rave
Wellington's Light the Lanes Bike Rave is being organised by Darcy Snell, who joins Emile Donovan to preview the excitement. Audio
