Emile Donovan
Music Critic: Simon Sweetman
Simon reviews two new albums - Willie Nelson Ride Me Home and Lukas Nelson and the Promise of the Real, Turn off The News (Build A Garden). Audio
Great album: Maceo Parker - Life On Planet Groove
Maceo Parker - Life On Planet Groove I Feel Good Georgia On My Mind Got To Get Ya Audio
Millennial grief explained through comedy
Niamh O'Keefe's 'The Ned Niamh Show' has been called a guide to millennial grief. Her show's on at BATS theatre each night until October 5th. Audio
Combining urban design with nature
A visiting eco-architect has been sharing his expertise on how to create urban areas with nature through design innovation. Professor Klaus Klaas Loenhart explains his approach. Audio
Vaping deaths, what should we be concerned about?
Up to 17 deaths in the U.S are believed to be vaping related, prompting international concerns. Dr Natalie Walker, Associate Professor in Public Health talks about what to be wary of. Audio
First song: Daniel and Ashley
The Hamilton couple originally from Korea have been causing an internet sensation with the songs they perform in Te Reo Maori. Audio
Overseas Correspondent
We're joined once again by Sharan Dhaliwal, editor in chief of Burnt Roti Magazine, a London-based publication that aims to give a platform to young creatives in the UK with Indian, Pakistani and… Audio
Cultural Ambassador - Hip-Hop
Brad Warrington AKA DJ Sticky Fingers joins us once again for another look at the history of Hip-Hop in New Zealand. Audio
Story of the Day for 3 September 2019
Swallowing chewing gum is bad for you and other misinformation about food and drink... Audio
Lil Nas X breaks records in music history
A young, rather unknown country rapper has broken records this week, with a 17-week run at the top of the US charts. Lil Nas X beat out Mariah Carey to claim the title with his hit song Old Town… Audio
The music of David Lynch films
David Lynch is one of the most distinctive and important directors of 20th century cinema. We take a trip through some of the finest musical moments in his decorated career Audio
Story of the Day - Tell us about your first car
What do you remember about your first car? Audio
Midweek Media Watch
Mediawatch's Jeremy Rose joins Emile Donovan to discuss the media's portrayal of stories about the Chagos Islands, an ex-cop and former MP whose misfortunes are going strangely unnoticed, and a brave… Audio
Mental health inquiry: It is transformative enough?
The government today released its long-awaited response to the Mental Health and Addiction Inquiry report, accepting or further considering 38 of the 40 recommmendations. But does this give hope to… Audio
Husky hysteria
The popularity of Game of Thrones has been well documented but the success of the show has lead to some surprising side effects here in New Zealand. The show popularises Siberian Huskies which are… Audio
Sky could axe live coverage of Mitre 10 Cup
Provincial rugby in New Zealand could be in for a dramatic shake up as Sky Television considers screening fewer live Mitre 10 Cup games. As the competition struggles with declining attendance rates… Audio
Maternity service closure forces roadside birth
A Southland women was forced to give birth on the side of the road on Sunday because her local maternity centre was not equipped to handle the complicated birth. The nearby Lumdsden Maternity centre… Audio
My Streets Ireland: From homeless to tour guides
Rents have increased in Ireland by nearly 25 percent over the past four years - and the numbers of homesless has soared to more than 10,000 people, according to house charities. This presented an… Audio
What is the European Parliament?
As we speak, people in Europe are voting in the European elections, which take place twice a decade. But what is the European Parliament, and what are its powers? Dr Tatiana Coutto is a politics… Audio
