Media
Sydney man takes defamation case over mullet photo
A Sydney man who claimed he was publicly ridiculed because of his mullet has suffered a setback in his defamation case against media organisations.
Media commentator Gavin Ellis
Two things NOT to do in the media: Take satire seriously, and preach mortal standards to a younger generation. Audio
Murdoch, Munro and media
Sharon Murdoch is the first woman to have a regular cartooning spot in a New Zealand newspaper and this year became Cartoonist of the Year at the 2016 media awards. You can see her work in the Sunday… Audio
Huk justice backed by hacks without facts
The Tribal Huk gang's promise to drive the drug P out of Ngaruawahia caught the imagination of the media and won praise from pundits. But did they know what they were actually applauding? Audio
Huk justice backed by hacks without facts
The Tribal Huk gang's promise to drive the drug P out of Ngaruawahia caught the imagination of the media and won praise from pundits. But did they know what they were actually applauding?
AudioMediawatch for 23 October 2016
Huk justice backed by hacks without facts; local papers asks for directions; doing business on the BBC in the digital age; need for speed trumps environment Audio
Local paper asks for directions
The Marlborough Express has warned that it can’t go on as a daily paper forever and it is considering new ideas, including reporting sponsored by readers and printing on fewer days of the week. Could… Video, Audio
Local paper asks for directions
The Marlborough Express has warned that it can’t go on as a daily paper forever and it is considering new ideas, including reporting sponsored by readers and printing on fewer days of the week. Could…
AudioDoing the business in the digital age
Shows devoted to business news vanished from our TV screens years ago - because people can get it online anytime and because it's often boring. Mediawatch asks BBC business frontman Ben Thompson if… Audio
Doing the business in the digital age
Shows devoted to business news vanished from our TV screens years ago - because people can get it online anytime and because it's often boring. Mediawatch asks BBC business frontman Ben Thompson if…
AudioNeed for speed trumps the true cost of raising the limit
Reports of a "surge in support" for a higher speed limit cropped up in the news this week, backed by a big name broadcaster. But the environmental impact and the cost to the public went unmentioned. Audio
Need for speed trumps the true cost of raising the limit
Reports of a "surge in support" for a higher speed limit cropped up in the news this week, backed by a big name broadcaster. But the environmental impact and the cost to the public went unmentioned.
AudioAnna Coddington: motherhood and music
Kim Hill talks to Auckland singer and songwriter Anna Coddington, who has been nominated for the APRA Silver Scroll four times since 2010, and is a regular collaborator on the Fly My Pretties… Audio
Alison McCulloch: post-natal depression
Research indicates about 15% of mothers suffer from this serious health issue, but it often go undetected and untreated, says investigative journalist Alison McCulloch. She's just published a large… Audio
Sugary drinks advertising
Sugary drinks and junk food are set to come under tough new restrictions when being advertised to children. Audio
Viewing with Sarah McMullan
Sarah McMullan reviews TV 1s Dirty Laundry, movies Louis Theroux's My Scientology Movie, Shin Godzilla, El Clan and Inferno. Audio
Real Housewives hyped?
The ratings for the Real Housewives of Auckland show aren't great. Fan Duncan Greive of The Spinoff talks about the attraction. Audio
Ex-weatherman Coffey confirmed for Labour seat bid
Former weather presenter and television host Tamati Coffey has been selected to run for Labour in the Māori seat of Waiariki in next year's general election.
Media commentator Gavin Ellis
Gavin Ellis talks to Kathryn Ryan about regional newspapers. Three months ago the Wairarapa Times Age moved back into local ownership and, if the NZME/Fairfax merger received the green light, we may… Audio
Getting jobs in the future
In a world where technology is rapidly changing the future of the workforce, what does global evidence tell us about how the education system can lead to good jobs for people?
Kathryn Ryan speaks to… Audio