Life And Society
Shower Thoughts: What is perfect pitch?
Wellington composer Michael Williams joins Emile Donovan to explain - and to test his own perfect pitch. Audio
The Christchurch duo taking on LEGO masters from around the world
Emily Fryer and Sarah Mosley are so obsessed with the toy bricks, they've even made them into wearable accessories for themselves.
The Panel: the third appendage
An extra half hour of The Panel with Wallace Chapman. First up is a look ahead to Nights with host Emile Donovan. Then after hearing some feedback, Wallace is joined by design historian Michael… Audio
The Panel with Steve McCabe and Wendyl Nissen Part 2
This half hour the panel talk about weight loss drug Wegovy which is now available in New Zealand and they hear about the chicken tree of Waianakarua and how it's in the running for tree of the year.
…Surprising pick for NZ's top cafe
If you're looking for the best café in New Zealand, you won't find it on Auckland's Karangahape Road nor Wellington's Cuba Street, or even in the heart of Christchurch.
Te Pati Maori MP laid to rest
Te Pati Maori MP Takutai Moana Natasha Kemp is being laid to rest at Opaea Marae near Taihape. Political reporter Tuwhenuaroa Natanahira spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
E3 Dealing With Magic
Warwick's story unfolds, and we discover if his six-month energy treatment in London has produced a miracle cure for HIV. Phil learns more about the ambitious nature of the wellness cult and its plan… Audio
Supermarket prices up highest amount since 2023
Whether it's a block of butter or cheese, a kilo of mince, a dozen eggs or a cooked chook, food prices have gone up rapidly. The latest Stats NZ figures show in the past 12 months food prices have… Audio
The Pre-Panel for 30 June 2025
Jesse Mulligan is joined by The Panel host Wallace Chapman and producer Tessa Guest to preview this evening's marlarky. Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Monday 30th June 2025
In today's episode, Farmers in Tasman and Nelson are getting on with repairs while they wait to see if more bad weather comes to frutition, 17 homes in Nelson and Tasman are currently uninhabitable… Audio
Little change in gender based deaths - report
A report into deaths from gender-based violence has found there's been no significant reduction in the number of victims between 2009 and 2022. Audio
NZ Garden bird survey returns for 2025
New Zealand's longest-running citizen science project is back and wanting to hear about the birds in your backyard. New Zealand Garden Bird Survey coordinator Dr Angela Brandt spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
How much time do you need to spend in nature to see benefits?
We often hear we need to head outdoors more often, but is looking at a natural view from a window good enough? And what are the rewards other than physical activity?
'Not only were we starving, but we were freezing'
Beth Rodden - one of the world's greatest free climbers - was tackling a sheer face in Kyrgyzstan, when a nightmare began.
Keeping Pūhoi Bohemia alive through song and dance
There are small pockets globally where descendants of 19th century immigrants are working to retain the distinctive culture, heritage and language of the small European regions their ancestors came… Audio
Georgie Falloon: Big Shoes to Fill
Georgie Falloon grew up with large feet. When she couldn't find a pair of shoes to wear to her wedding, she founded NZ's first online shoe retailer. Audio
Bezos, Sanchez say 'I do' in a divided Venice
Amazon tycoon Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez have tied the knot at a sumptuous ceremony.
Do natural remedies actually work?
Globally, health and wellness is a multi-billion-dollar industry. Many products claim to help with sleep or stress, including natural remedies. Audio
The Detail: The mishmash sports taking off in New Zealand
Two non-traditional sports - hobby horsing and pickleball - have gained popularity in recent years and Kiwis are joining in the fun.
How to ride a horse, if you don't have a horse
Two non-traditional sports - hobby horsing and pickleball - have gained popularity in the last several years, and Kiwis are joining in the fun Audio
