Media
Truth and the changing media landscape
Jill Abramson was the first woman to become executive editor of The New York Times before she was fired in 2014, becoming a poster-girl for working women described as "too pushy". In her book… Audio
Jeremy Kyle show axed in NZ
TVNZ is axing the Jeremy Kyle Show. It comes after a 63 year-old grandfather was found dead from apparent suicide, shortly after his appearance on the UK show, where he failed a lie detector test over… Audio
Trump pardons author of biography that flatters him
Donald Trump has granted a full pardon to Conrad Black, a former newspaper publisher who has written a flattering political biography of the president.
Chernobyl, The Bay and Educators
Film and TV reviewer Tamar Munch looks at Chernobyl, the five-part UK/US series dramatising one of the worst man-made catastrophes in history, The Bay, a six-part British crime drama set in a… Audio
Mediawatch Midweek 15 May 2019
This week on Mediawatch Midweek Jeremy Rose talks to Emile Donovan about the unmasking of an anonymous Russian social media commentator - who's been called the most important journalist in the… Audio
Mediawatch Midweek 15 May 2019
This week on Mediawatch Midweek Jeremy Rose talks to Emile Donovan about the unmasking of an anonymous Russian social media commentator - who's been called the most important journalist in the…
AudioStory of the Day for 15 May 2019
A British insurance provider is offering reimbursment for Game of Thrones spoilers. Audio
Podcast chat with Katy Atkin
Katy previews two podcasts today - Running with the Cops and Against the Rules. Audio
Ngā Taonga Sound Archives - The Days of the Milkman
In today's visit to the sound archives of Ngā Taonga Sound & Vision, Sarah Johnston takes us back to the heyday of the milkie. Audio, Gallery
Emailed news digests and paywalls
In a time poor world, media commentator Gavin Ellis gives thanks for emailed news digests. Also an update on paywalls, including a new Reuters Institute report that shows they are gaining ground. Audio
A world of stories: Storytime.rnz.co.nz
Kathryn talks with Wellington teacher Shelly Wilson about storytime.rnz.co.nz - RNZ's newly revamped home for children's stories. Audio
What can world leaders do to tackle the spread of extremism?
On Wednesday Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern will co-chair a meeting of world leaders and tech giants aimed at stopping extremism spreading online. But what will it really achieve? Audio
What can world leaders do to tackle the spread of extremism?
On Wednesday Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern will co-chair a meeting of world leaders and tech giants aimed at stopping extremism spreading online. But what will it really achieve?
AudioSri Lanka bans social media after Easter attacks
Sri Lanka is temporarily blocking some social media networks and messaging apps, including Facebook and WhatsApp, after attacks on mosques and Muslim-owned businesses since Easter bombings.
Musical Chair: Judy Norton
Judy Norton's best known acting role was her first, as Mary Ellen in iconic TV series The Waltons. She is the Musical Chair guest this week to highlight musical tracks that have resonated throughout… Audio
One engagement ring rules them all?
“Let’s do this” was Labour’s slogan before the last election. Now some pundits reckon timidity could cost the party at the next one - and a lot could hang on when the PM says: "I do.” Audio
One engagement ring rules them all?
“Let’s do this” was Labour’s slogan before the last election. Now some pundits reckon timidity could cost the party at the next one - and a lot could hang on when the PM says: "I do.”
AudioAustralia looks for leadership in government and on air
In the middle of an intense election campaign, Australia’s public broadcaster has been looking for new leaders itself after a scandal that saw off its top executives last year. A veteran media watcher… Audio
Australia looks for leadership in government and on air
In the middle of an intense election campaign, Australia’s public broadcaster has been looking for new leaders itself after a scandal that saw off its top executives last year. A veteran media watcher…
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