Media
Will we have the information we need in 2030?
A new project backed by six public organisations is asking whether New Zealanders will have enough information for society to succeed in the near future. What is it they're worried about? What's the… Audio
Will we have the information we need in 2030?
A new project backed by six public organisations is asking whether New Zealanders will have enough information for society to succeed in the near future. What is it they're worried about? What's the…
AudioStaying onside with the All Blacks
The unveiling of the squad for the upcoming Rugby World Cup at Parliament last weekend raised eyebrows. It sparked claims the All Blacks had been politicised, yet no politician would say so. Audio
Simon Denny: power and secrets
New Zealand artist based in Berlin who represented New Zealand at the 2015 Venice Biennale with his work, Secret Power; four of the works have been acquired by Te Papa. Audio, Gallery
Life after Global Mode for streaming fans
As a global internet access service shuts down after legal action by media companies, the company behind it says it is business as usual.
Refugee debate heats up on social media
As the refugee crisis in the Middle East and Europe continues, New Zealanders are using social media to call for action and offer help.
The Science of Suspense
What makes a good horror movie - and how to intensify suspense for even scarier films with Keith Bound, University of Nottingham doctoral researcher in Digital Design & Media. Audio
Matthew Yeomans: advising on communicating sustainability
Matthew Yeomans is the author of the annual Social Media Sustainability Index, which analyses how the world's biggest companies use social media to communicate how sustainable they are. He runs… Audio
Media commentator, Gavin Ellis
Gavin Ellis is a media commentator and former editor of the New Zealand Herald. He can be contacted on gavin.ellis@xtra.co.nz Audio
She reports from the war
The pioneering Australian women who reported from the biggest conflicts of the twentieth century - as explored by Dr. Jeannine Baker in her recently published book 'Australian Women War Reporters… Audio
Peter Greste on shock Egyptian court sentences
An Egyptian court sentenced three Al Jazeera TV journalists , including the Australian, Peter Greste, to three years in prison on Saturday for operating without a press license and broadcasting… Audio
Spectrum's Life and Times (Part 1 of 2)
After 56 years in National Radio and 43 producing Spectrum, Jack Perkins is calling it a day. His swan song is a 2 part chat with Spectrum's co-founder, Alwyn (Hop) Owen about the life and times of… Audio, Gallery
Affection for elephants obscures important issues
Anjalee the elephant has been a huge hit since arriving at Auckland Zoo recently. A celebration of her birthday was widely covered this past week in the media, but the same can't be said of… Audio
Police shooting animals sparks outrage - and amusement
A runaway cow killed by police in Whanganui became a national news story this week when the shooting was captured on camera. It horrified some people, and amused others. But with cameras almost… Audio
Is The Daily Show's 'fake news' legitimate journalism?
Satirical 'fake news' TV shows have made a mark on US politics and culture, and around the world imitators are using them as a template. Are they just a bit of fun for fans of the genre? Or are they… Video, Audio
Is The Daily Show's 'fake news' legitimate journalism?
Satirical 'fake news' TV shows have made a mark on US politics and culture, and around the world imitators are using them as a template. Are they just a bit of fun for fans of the genre? Or are they…
Video, AudioThe paper that sold its own town to prove it exists
Last week, the local paper in Whitianga sold the town on Trade Me for $32 to draw attention to the fact that people there can’t list it as home when buying and selling on the site. A campaign in The… Audio
