Media
Olivia Hope's father 'unconvinced' of Watson's innocence
The father of murdered teenager Olivia Hope says he remains unconvinced of convicted killer Scott Watson's innocence following a meeting with him in prison.
Media commentator Gavin Ellis
Kathryn Ryan talks to Gavin Ellis about North and South magazine's reporting on the encounter between convicted double murderer Scott Watson & the father of one of his victims. Audio
The media – who is in control?
"The media" - who is in control? How do you deal with ethnic stereotyping? Lynda Chanwai-Earle asks these questions at Mai Chen's Super Diversity Leadership programme and hears from experts on how to… Audio, Gallery
The media – who is in control?
"The media" - who is in control? How do you deal with ethnic stereotyping? Lynda Chanwai-Earle asks these questions at Mai Chen's Super Diversity Leadership programme and hears from experts on how to…
AudioTelevision Critic: Phil Wallington
Phil lists his top (and bottom) TV shows of 2016. Phil's award for the most engaging drama was Poldark with Aidan Turner which was a slightly better remake of the 1970's British TV saga - drawn from… Audio
Canadian Steven Loft and First Nations curators
Steven Loft's Jewish mother escaped Nazi Germany as a young girl, and his Mohawk father is from the Iroquois community of Six Nations in Ontario. Audio
Can journalism fly in New Zealand?
Mediawatch - New Zealand's biggest media companies argue the Commerce Commission should "extend the runway" for their merger or see them crash and burn, but are they right? Audio
Surprise! John Key catches media off guard
"I didn't see that coming," said many in the media when John Key quit suddenly this week, before musing on his place in the political pantheon. But not everyone claimed to be taken by surprise. Audio
Surprise! John Key catches media off guard
"I didn't see that coming," said many in the media when John Key quit suddenly this week, before musing on his place in the political pantheon. But not everyone claimed to be taken by surprise.
AudioCan journalism fly in New Zealand?
“Extending the runway” was the concept of choice this week as New Zealand's two biggest publishers of news tried to convince the competition watchdog to give a green light to a merger. Audio
Can journalism fly in New Zealand?
“Extending the runway” was the concept of choice this week as New Zealand's two biggest publishers of news tried to convince the competition watchdog to give a green light to a merger.
AudioOsama, Adolf & Anne? Odd guest list raises eyebrows
Radio Sport has a top prize for listeners to see a Lions test match next year in the luxury of an All Blacks hospitality box. But the suggested guest list of one Radio Sport host might not reflect… Audio
Osama, Adolf & Anne? Odd guest list raises eyebrows
Radio Sport has a top prize for listeners to see a Lions test match next year in the luxury of an All Blacks hospitality box. But the suggested guest list of one Radio Sport host might not reflect…
Audio'Fake news' a threat - Clinton
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton called "fake news" a danger that must be addressed quickly, a month after she lost the presidential election in a campaign marked by a flood of such…
4Cast - episode one
4cast is a news quiz with a twist… it’s about the news hasn't happened yet.
Host Michele A' Court and three guest comedians predict the news and events of the upcoming week. Audio
Bail case of Fiji Times publisher deferred
The hearing for a bail variation for the Fiji Times publisher Hank Arts has been deferred until next month.
Fairfax 'not in discussions' over offer for NZ arm
An unsolicited mystery offer has emerged for the New Zealand operations of Australia's Fairfax Media.
Should NZers get free access to watch important matches
A bill has been drawn from parliament's ballot to debate whether or not to guarantee free live coverage of All Blacks matches and other significant sporting events. Audio
This Way Up: As Seen on TV
The Big Boss Expandable Hose and The Renovator Paint Runner Pro....just a a couple of As Seen on TV products flogged by excitable people with loud voices on the telly. Audio
Viewing with Paul Casserly
Paul Casserly presents his highlights for 2016 viewing and his picks for what would make good Christmas presents. Audio