Technology
Find out why the GM debate isn't just about food or labels
Recently on the show we've been talking a bit about Genetic Modification, and the Gene Technology bill currently in front of Parliament. So far, we've mostly focused on food. The pros, cons and issues… Audio
Things to consider before gifting a child a phone for Christmas
Tips about smartphone alternatives for younger kids and for parents embarking on a device journey with their little ones. Audio
Tech: More friends, more division, super-scaled fakery
Tech commentator Mark Pesce discusses a new study finding that while our social circles have increased, so has polarisation. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 20 November 2025
Teachers believe students are less distracted in class, according to a report released today into the phone ban in schools; 'Heidi' records consultations and automatically creates draft clinical… Audio
AI tool rolled out in emergency departments
While some clinicians are heralding the technology as "the way of the future", others say more evaluation is needed. Audio
Research highlights social media addiction issues in teens
We've long been warned about the dangers social media poses for teens - now new data shows many are displaying addictive behaviour. Research lead-author Dr Samantha Mars spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Emergency departments to use AI consultations with patients
'Heidi' records consultations and automatically creates draft clinical notes, referral letters, and follow-up summaries for doctors to review and approve. Dr Benjamin Pearson is Hawke's Bay's Chief… Audio
Educators push for more restrictions on social media for teens
Banning mobile phones in school has led to improved learning and behaviour - and the Education Review Office says social media should be next. Ruth Shinoda, Head of ERO's Education Evaluation Centre… Audio
AI chip-maker Nvidia set to report earnings
AI chip-maker Nvidia is due to report its earnings today - with investors bracing for a $300 billion swing in market value. Wedbush Securities analyst Dan Ives spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
AI covers see writers ruled out of New Zealand's top book awards
Our national book awards committee has rejected books with AI covers. It's nothing to do with the writing - just AI for the covers. Audio
Sydney person dies after outdated phone software blocked 000 calls
TPG Telecom said its mobile network was operational and no outages had occurred.
Podcast Critic: AI - how worried should we be really?
It feels like every day there is something new to be across when it comes to artificial intelligence and keeping across the hype and the fear is rather daunting. Fortunately like most things now… Audio
Stats NZ: Grinding gears in data's 'big machine'
The Integrated Data Infrastructure system - run by Stats NZ - is hard to use and badly in need of an upgrade, say experts who rely on the data.
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 18 November 2025
The Government is slashing the Clean Vehicle Standard by more than 80 percent, saying it could make buying a car more affordable; Opposition leader, Chris Hipkins spoke to Morning Report; Stephanie… Audio
Book ruled out of awards contention due to AI cover
Stephanie Johnson's collection of short fiction stories "Obligate Carnivore" have been ruled out of contention for next year's Ockham Book Awards. She spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Feature Interview: What exactly is "workslop?"
You know it when you see it. An email from a co-worker or marketing pitch from a company that lands in your inbox, but you know it was written by artificial intelligence. AI promised to make work… Audio
Find out how AI is helping identify bird song
Last week we spotted an invitation to an event in Hamilton that had us intrigued; it was a conversation about how artificial intelligence can help identify the birds singing around us. We hear so much… Audio
Clinicians say patients at risk due to hospital IT issues
IT issues at Wellington Regional Hospital are putting patient care at risk and extending wait times, according to clinicians at the hospital. Sarah Dalton, the executive director of the Association Of… Audio
Shock as ACC turns to AI to help decide who gets help
"It's all about 'how can we ramp up exits, how can we get more people coming off the scheme," says an ACC advocate Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 17 November 2025
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon spoke to Morning Report; The number of Chinese tourists travelling to New Zealand has remained well below pre-Covid levels, despite a strong recovery from countries… Audio
