Duncan Sarkies
"Developing a project can feel like being lost in the middle of the ocean" Duncan Sarkies on the joy of discovery
Two years ago this month RNZ National's Culture 101 was launched. And a guest on our very first show, introducing comedy radio drama series The Mysterious Secrets of Uncle Bertie's Botanarium was… Audio
The Mixtape: Writer Duncan Sarkies
The novelist, playwright and screenwriter talks to Nick Bollinger about the part music plays in his life and work, and shares a few of his favourite songs. Audio
Alpaca illness and a stolen election: Duncan Sarkies
Duncan Sarkies' latest work, Star Gazers: A political thriller, set within New Zealand's Alpaca Breeders' Organisation. Audio
Best of the Fest #3 - Māori cirque theatre, exploring fa’a Sāmoa, iconic waiata and Gravity & Grace
Cue the drums - The Auckland Arts Festival kicks off this week!
This is the third episode of Best of the Fest; a brand new RNZ national five-week lively conversation series about a feast of… Audio
Bookmarks with Duncan Sarkies
Novelist, playwright, and screenwriter, Duncan Sarkies is best known for his wild plot lines, eccentric and somewhat disturbing characters, and macabre sense of humour. He's our bookmarks guest this… Audio
The Mysterious Secrets of Uncle Bertie's Botanarium Episode 1
Cheese Dreams in the Gravy Isles: Lord Joseph Banks is an idle, opportunity-squandering squillionaire botanist. A chance encounter with a certified cheesemonger sets him off on a pathway to pleasure…
The Mysterious Secrets of Uncle Bertie's Botanarium: Ep 1 - Cheese Dreams in the Gravy Isles
Lord Joseph Banks is an idle opportunity squandering squillionaire botanist. A chance encounter with a certified cheesemonger sets him off on a pathway to pleasure that will change history forever...
…Duncan Sarkies and Jemaine Clement: Uncle Bertie's Botanarium
Toby Manhire interviews Duncan Sarkies, writer/director and co-creator of the epic fantasy podcast series The Mysterious Secrets of Uncle Bertie's Botanarium, and Jemaine Clement, who plays the main… Audio, Gallery
Joe Blossom and Duncan Sarkies : music and demolition
New Zealand musician Sean O'Brien has recorded and performed with a number of various bands since the 1990s. He currently performs as Joe Blossom, and released his solo album debut, Nocturnes, in… Audio
Eight Months to Mars - Duncan Sarkies
Playwright, novelist, stand-up comic, screen writer and collector of awards; This year - another of Duncan Sarkies's stories was turned into a movie, starring Flight of the Conchords Bret McKenzie… Audio
Playing Favourites with Robert and Duncan Sarkies
Filmmakers and brothers on their upcoming movie, Two Little Boys. Audio
Invercargill rolls out red carpet for movie premiere
Invercargill has rolled out the red carpet in style, hosting the world premiere of New Zealand's latest feature film, Two Little Boys, which was shot in and around Southland. Audio
Duncan Sarkies
The playwright and screenwriter (Scarfies) talks about the filming of his debut novel 'Two Littles Boys', and chooses a favourite comedy recording: Tom Waits's 'Missing My Boy'. Audio
Duncan Sarkies
Writer Duncan Sarkies on his new film plans,and the success of the show he's toured around the world for the last three years. Audio
Playing Favourites with Duncan Sarkies
Playwright, screenwriter (Scarfies), stand-up comic and author; his first novel, 'Two Little Boys', is about to be published. Audio
