Karyn Hay
Midweek Mediawatch - more media merger manoeuvres
Midweek Mediawatch - Colin Peacock talks to Karyn Hay about the government’s media merger under the spotlight again - along with top brass of TVNZ and RNZ. Also: the death of two much-admired…
AudioWhat is the Great Filter theory?
The Great Filter theory is the idea that when intelligent life on a planet reaches a certain level of technology and complexity they wipe themselves out. This may speak to why we are still yet to make… Audio
The role of yin-yang in Chinese medicine
Yin-yang is an abstract concept within ancient Chinese philosophy. It's the law of nature, the origin of motion and variation, and the principle of how humans perceive the world. But how does it fit… Audio
Duke of Edinburgh’s Hillary Award - photo help
Next year will be a big year for the Duke of Edinburgh's Hillary Award. The scheme will celebrate it's 60th Anniversary in Aotearoa, and they need your help with a special mission. If you know these… Audio
All about e-bikes
E-bikes come in various shapes and sizes... so what should you look out for if you're thinking of buying one? Frank Witowski, managing director of Hybrid Bikes from Nelson, is the man in the know. Audio
What is deja vu?
What is deja vu, and what's happening in the brain when we feel it? Cognitive neuropsychologist and world expert on déjà vu, Chris Moulin, joins Karyn on the programme. Audio
New Zealand's history through 100 objects
Award-winning historian Jock Phillips looks at the history of Aotearoa through a fresh lens with his new book The History of New Zealand in 100 Objects. From the Puketoi kete to POLY1 personal… Audio
What's behind the rise in adult ADHD diagnoses?
A growing number of adults are being diagnosed with the ADHD, according to the not-for-profit advocacy organisation ADHD NZ. But what's behind this rise? ADHD New Zealand chair Darrin Bull joins the… Audio
Taranaki church pipe organ
New Zealand's oldest stone church, the Taranaki Cathedral Church of St Mary in New Plymouth, is being restored as part of a $15 million project. The church's organ is being pulled apart while the… Audio
What is Stiff Person Syndrome?
Singer Celine Dion has a rare neurological condition called Stiff Person Syndrome which affects roughly one or two out of every million people. Neurologist Todd Hardy, an associate professor at the… Audio
Auckland Film Studios expands
Auckland Film Studios has opened two new sound stages to meet the growing demand for studio space from international productions. Screen Auckland manager Matt Horrocks joins Karyn on the programme. Audio
Fergus Barrowman brings the jazz
Regular guest Fergus Barrowman joins the show with some of his jazz favourites. Tonight Fergus dives into octogenarian jazz by the likes of Hank Jones, Enrico Rava and Charles Lloyd. Audio
Nights Sport with Bryan Waddle
Veteran sports broadcaster and cricket commentator Bryan Waddle joins Karyn on the programme for a rundown of the latest sporting news. Audio
In with Finn with Finn Johansson
Tamaki's resident music nerd steps out of his makeshift recording studio to bring us his favourite tracks of the week. This week Finn dives into tunes from Richard Dawson, Stick In The Wheel, and The… Audio
Office Christmas parties
It's the time of the office Christmas party. How do you tackle the small talk, the politics? And navigate the office Christmas party as an introvert? Leading behavioural psychologist Jo Hemmings joins… Audio
Summer forecast
As Kiwis ramp up for the summer break, are we in for a fizzer or a sizzler? Niwa meteorologist Ben Noll joins Karyn on the programme. Audio
Short-Cut with Dan Slevin
Film critic Dan Slevin shares his selections to kick-start your binge watching this weekend. This week, Dan takes a look at some older releases that could make good Chrissy presents, including The… Audio
A window into NZ surf culture
Warren Hawke started surfing at New Brighton beach in Christchurch in 1966 and got into surf photography in 1975. He's had photos published in most major surfing publications throughout the world over… Audio
Bug of the Year campaign
Bug of the Year is the brainchild of the Entomological Society of NZ, and they want you to get curious about Aotearoa's native critters. Audio
