Life And Society
Would owning the rights to our face and voice reduce deepfake's harm?
Analysis - Not that long ago, the term "deepfake" wasn't in most people's vocabularies. Now, it is not only commonplace but is also the focus of intense legal scrutiny around the world.
The Panel with Nalini Baruch & Richard Pamatatau (Part 2)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Nalini Baruch & Richard Pamatatau. They discuss whether school busses should be equipped with seat-belts, and a Citizens Assembly that's… Audio
SLSNZ peer support programme supports lifeguards mental health
Surf lifeguards have been served up plenty of jellyfish stings, injuries and rescues this summer. So far, patrol teams have rescued more than 880 people off our coasts. It means lifeguards are often… Audio
Thousands flock to Hagley Park for Electric Avenue
Thousands of music fans have flocked to Christchurch's Hagley Park for this year's Electric Avenue festival. The tenth edition of the drawcard music event goes for two days so many patrons are set to… Audio
Fears people feeding sharks off Waiheke Island could risk attack
There's fears that people feeding sharks in Waiheke Island's Matiatia Bay area are unnecessarily increasing the risk of a shark attack. The bay is the main entry point to the island via the Fullers… Audio
Collins side-eyes Mitchell over 'misogynistic comments'
Answering on behalf of Minister for Women Nicola Grigg, Collins glanced at Mark Mitchell after his remarks about "perimenopausal" women was questioned.
First Up visits a 24-hour a day restaurant
Reporter Ke-Xin Li visits one of Auckland's last 24 hour restaurants - Denny's in Manukau is still pumping at midnight Audio
Researchers delve into the meaning of a 'vibe'
Ash Watson is a senior lecturer at the University of New South Wales Sydney, and she joins Emile Donovan. Audio
The Panel with Ed McKnight & Penny Ashton (Part 2)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Ed McKnight & Penny Ashton. The trio discuss the impact of unpaid placements in healthcare and education. Pilot Vaughn Davis also joins… Audio
The Panel with Ed McKnight & Penny Ashton (Part 1)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Ed McKnight & Penny Ashton. The trio discuss the governments failure to meet and of it's intermediate child poverty targets, and the… Audio
Apple Cider Vinegar filled me with rage: The answer to Belle Gibson's lies is science'
Opinion - With the "continual elevation of quackery", it is more important than ever to elevate science, writes Julia Baird.
No, 'Harbor Lane' is not closing: Online store cashes in on Wellington's gloom
"If a deal looks too good to be true, it probably is," Retail NZ chief executive Carolyn Young told RNZ.
The Panel with Jennie Moreton & Simon Pound (Part 1)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Jennie Moreton & Simon Pound. The trio discuss the OCR announcement, and why zoning laws might be preventing more competition in the… Audio
The Pre-Panel for 19th February 2025
Wallace Chapman previews tonight's installment of The Panel. He is joined in the bather and 'bantz' by producer Tom Riste-Smith. Audio
Feature interview: the problem with 'wokeness'
Sociologist Musa al-Gharbi takes aim at people who talk about being "woke" to the suffering of others but actually benefit from and even perpetuate the inequality they condemn. Audio
Heading Off: behind the scenes at Spookers
Today we're heading to the place of nightmares. Audio
Public health experts call on govt to fund health survey
Public health experts are calling on the government to urgently fund a new National Nutrition Survey to better understand New Zealanders eating habits and to help shape public policy. Cliona Ni… Audio
Wellington homeowners receive shock after ratings valuations drop
Homeowners across Wellington may have received a fright in their mailbox this week with the release of new ratings valuations. Nick James spoke to a range of economists to explain what it means and… Audio
First Up hosts Kea Kids News
First Up hosted 10 year old Jack Chamberlain from Kea Kids News - as the young fella found out how old fellas make a radio show Audio
The Panel with Stephen Franks & Boopsie Maran (Part 2)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Stephen Franks & Boopsie Maran discuss Wellington's Golden Mile plans, and the culture of big business making "dupes" of popular new inventions… Audio
