Arts
How a tāne Māori embraced his sacred calling
"I immediately lifted my shoulders and held myself up. I am a better person for having it." It took 59 years for Rob Tai (Whakatōhea, Te Whānau a Apanui) to...
DJ Christopher Tubbs explains Balearic Music
Mark and Kara get a deep dive into Balearic music with producer, taste maker and DJ Christopher Tubbs. Originating in the Spanish Balearic Island of Ibiza, Tubbs explains that the 'contentious genre'… Audio
Alisa Xayalith on life as a Solo Artist from NZ to LA
Los Angeles-based artist, Aotearoa's own Alisa Xayalith is a musician known to many as the lead singer for the cult 2000's band Naked and famous. Now she has opened a new chapter as a solo artist and… Audio
Photographer behind Benetton's shock ads dies aged 82
Oliviero Toscani was suffering from amyloidosis before he passed, a rare and incurable condition that leads to the build up of amyloid proteins that affect the body's vital organs.
Trip Hop with Yadana Saw
Yadana Saw Joins Mark and Kara in the studio to discuss the origins of 90s Trip Hop and highlights some of the seminal tracks provided by producers and beatmakers of cinematic chill. Video, Audio
Raglan's Reiki Ruawai shares fresh music
Raglan musician Reiki Ruawai recently released his debut EP The Message and is set to for a tour across both Australia and New Zealand. He talks to Kara and Mark about getting out on the road, growing… Video, Audio
Sam Scott's favourite NZ Album
Sam Scott from The Phoenix Foundation talks to Kara and Mark about upcoming projects, the the lack of summer in Wellington and try to get to the bottom of a mythical influence on their album Buffalo.
…Tiny paintings make big difference
Living with PTSD from active service, Gill McFarlane says an art therapy programme has sparked a passion and helped her recovery. Audio
Three generations united in moko
For Kirsten Crawford, the journey to receiving her moko kauae has been one of identity, connection, and the feeling of "becoming complete."
Braced with fire defences, The Getty Centre faces LA flames
The museum's collection comprises 125,000 artworks - including paintings by Rembrandt, Turner, Van Gogh and Monet - and 1.4 million documents
Luthier Curtis Carlson
In Acacia Bay, Taupo, is a garage that's never seen a car, but in which hundreds of stringed instruments have been crafted and repaired. Curtis Carlson is a Luthier - he repairs ukeleles, banjos and… Audio
Summer Fiction School - John Cranna
For the past decade, aspiring authors have been gathering in Auckland each January for the Summer Fiction School. This weekend, the 2025 intake of would-be writers are having an intense introduction… Audio
Review: Fisher delivers a summer stunner at Victoria Park
Auckland finally has a post-New Year's party to be proud of. All it took was a former Aussie pro-surfer to show us how it's done, Chris Schulz writes.
So You Think You Know Sumeria?: Proverbs
Assyriology student David Hilder introduces ancient tablets from Mesopotamia to the nation - first: proverbs. Audio
On the road with Melanie Bracewell
This is award-winning Kiwi comedian Melanie Bracewell's first summer away from New Zealand, so she joined RNZ for a virtual NZ roadie. Audio
'Reclaiming a birthright': Misconceptions about Moko
Over the years, confusion has clouded the understanding of moko. So what is it really about?
Hollywood productions halted amid raging wildfires
As well, a number of key award season events that were set to take place this week have been cancelled.
Wicked, A Complete Unknown lead Hollywood's SAG award nominees
Both films will compete for the honour of best movie cast.
'A little bit of magic': Gravity-defying rock sculptures soothe tensions
Spending hours creating the intricate works is a great way to relieve stress, an artist says.
Golden Globes 2025: Shōgun and Emilia Pérez lead awards
In the end, it was the film Emilia Pérez and series Shōgun which led at the awards, each nabbing four trophies.
