Summer Times Podcast Options

9:45 AM.Summer is the time when you're looking to quench your thirst, and you might think a nice zero-alcohol beer or soda with a twist could be a healthier option. But are you getting what you think you are… Read more Audio

9:30 AM.Plans for a $3 million, three-pool facility have finally been approved, with plans for the pools to be open next summer. Read more Audio

9:10 AM.In 2023 Campbell became the first openly gay person to have worn the famous jersey, and now he's he tied the knot with his fiancé Ben Thomson. Read more Audio

11:40 AM.Tech expert Finn Hogan joins Anna in the studio to share the latest tech news, including the looming ban of TikTok in the United States, a bioscience effort to bring back woolly mammoths, and the… Read more Audio

11:30 AM.A successful solo career and considered one of the best guitarists to come out of Australia, Ian Moss is a driving force behind the band's huge success and numerous hits. Read more Audio

11:15 AM.The 's' word. How comfortable are you talking about it? If you wanted to try something new or different, would you know how to broach that with your partner? Read more Audio

11:08 AM.The singer-songwriter is back from her base in London to play a number of shows celebrating her debut album, You're On Your Own This Time Again. Read more Audio

10:45 AM.Current and upcoming exhibits include Antarctica as seen through the eyes of a group of young artists or perhaps you'd like to see it for yourself through the magic of virtual reality. And for those… Read more Audio

10:08 AM.Ahead of her performance at the Auckland Folk Festival over anniversary weekend, award-winning songwriter Amy Boroevich, who performs as HINA, joins Anna Thomas in the Auckland studio to perform some… Read more Audio

9:45 AM.Medicinal cannabis products have boomed in popularity over the last few years, and now scientists have confirmed a native species of liverwort shares some of its elements. Read more Audio

9:35 AM.An animal behaviourist and Professor Emeritus at Northern Arizona University, Con Slobodchikoff has shown that some animals do have their own vocabulary, the ability to describe what they see - and… Read more Audio

9:20 AM.Diane joins Anna to share news from the United Kingdom, including lynx being spotted in the Scottish highlands, a proposed two-drink limit for European airport lounges, and a Welsh village where… Read more Audio

9:20 AM.Dave Worsley joins Anna Thomas for the latest over the ditch, including booing from the crowd and an historic investigation into match fixing. Read more Audio

11:40 AM.Dom Corry reviews Severance season 2 and Jerry Springer: Fights, Camera, Action. Read more Audio

11:25 AM.A group called Morning People runs raves at the crack of dawn in New Zealand centres as a fun way to start a day, rather than tacking on to the end of a long night out. Read more Audio

11:08 AM.2025 has started with a bang for young Kiwi-French musician Max Allais, whose song 'When the Party Ends' has exploded online. Read more Audio

10:45 AM.The Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre in Marlborough is one of the world's largest private collections of wartime aircraft and artefacts.  Read more Audio

10:08 AM.The founder of Simplicity KiwiSaver provider went from being motivated by greed to an industry disrupter with a social conscience. He joins Anna Thomas for a road trip. Read more Audio

9:45 AM.Tis the season of sunburn and hangovers and today Anna speaks with Consumer NZ's Belinda Castles about how to ensure you've got effective sun protection. Read more Audio

9:30 AM.Israeli officials say while details still need to be confirmed, they expect to reach final agreement this evening after 14 months of bloodshed. Read more Audio

9:20 AM.Over 12,000 buildings have been destroyed in Los Angeles, but some have managed to stay standing, including a unique house designed by architect Greg Chasen. Read more Audio

9:10 AM.Thousands are expected on Auckland's waterfront and out on the harbour to watch a 12-strong international field match race their F50 foiling catamarans.  Read more Audio

11:45 AM.Resident DJ Brad Warrington aka Sticky Fingers joins Anna to spin some tunes. Read more Audio

11:30 AM.Producer Tessa Guest joins Anna to share three podcast recommendations for your listening pleasure, all about the extraordinary things happening in normal people's lives. Read more Audio

11:15 AM.Do you ask the teenager in your life how they did? Do you let them tell you? What do you do if it's not good news? Parenting coach Sheridan Eketone shares some tips. Read more Audio