James Nokise
Greens call for electoral reform
The Green Party has introduced a bill to tackle several aspects of electoral reform. Part of it proposes reducing the proportion of votes a party has to win to get into Parliament to 4 percent. Audio
The Panel with James Nokise and Jennie Moreton (Part 2)
Former Australian Westpac boss David Morgan says the pressure chief executives deal with accounts for their high pay. In a new biography Morgan says CEOs are "ridiculously over paid" but he says the… Audio
The Panel with James Nokise and Jennie Moreton (Part 1)
The Green Party has introduced a bill to tackle several aspects of electoral reform. Part of it proposing banning foreign donations to political parties, but it also looks at reducing the proportion… Audio
Petition circulating for more transparency around Photoshop
A very powerful tool in this day and age , but with great power comes great responsibility ... We're talking about photos, often on the covers of glossy magazines, which are surreptitiously but… Audio
West Coast council courting climate change controversy
The West Coast regional council says it won't support the government's Zero Carbon Bill unless it's presented with more proof human-induced climate change is happening. Audio
Should our appliances be easier to repair?
Some European environment ministers are lobbying for legislation which would compel manufacturers to make their products more hardy and easier to repair. Audio
Question of the Day - What's your most reliable home appliance?
Question of the Day: what is your most reliable ever home appliance? Audio, Gallery
Why don't we have four-year government terms?
National MP Nick Smith is the latest MP to come out in support of four-year parliamentary terms. Why IS New Zealand's term so short, and should it be extended? Audio
Would you support a red meat tax?
The Lanet Commission of Obesity says a tax on red meat is an example of the kind of urgent action which could help mitigate the effects intensive farming has on the environment. Audio
Insurance companies raked over coals in damning FMA report
Sixteen insurance companies have been cited for a variety of unethical practices, including charging customers for expired policies, selling policies people can't legally use, and not properly… Audio
The Panel with James Nokise and Niki Bezzant (Part 1)
Sixteen insurance companies have been cited for a variety of unethical practices, including charging customers for expired policies, selling policies people can't legally use, and not properly… Audio
The Panel with James Nokise and Niki Bezzant (Part 2)
Question of the Day: what is your most reliable ever home appliance? Some European environment ministers are lobbying for legislation which would compel manufacturers to make their products more hardy… Audio
Bonus Episode
Psychologist and media commentator Dr Sarb Johal with tips and techniques for staying healthy and happy. Produced by Charlie Bleakley. Audio
The Suplex of Safety
Comedy trio Frickin Dangerous Bro join James Nokise to talk about getting gigs, staying balanced and dealing with bullying. Produced by Charlie Bleakley. Audio
Bonus Episode
Psychologist and media commentator Dr Sarb Johal with tips and techniques for staying healthy and happy. Produced by Charlie Bleakley. Audio
Chicken with the Stars
Newsreader and journalist Samantha Hayes joins James Nokise to talk about vegetarianism, Dancing with the Stars and dealing with post-show blues. Produced by Charlie Bleakley. Audio
Bonus Episode
Psychologist and media commentator Dr Sarb Johal with tips and techniques for staying healthy and happy. Produced by Charlie Bleakley. Audio
Don't be a Dick
Actor and comedian Chris Parker joins James Nokise to talk about coming out, making comedy and making change. Produced by Charlie Bleakley. Audio
Bonus Episode
Psychologist and media commentator Dr Sarb Johal with tips and techniques for staying healthy and happy. Produced by Charlie Bleakley. Audio
Kia Pono, Kia Tika, Kia Aroha
Actor, writer and mental health advocate Rob Mokoraka joins James Nokise to talk about making theatre out of trauma and finding a way through the storm of depression. Produced by Charlie Bleakley. Audio