Cars
Time to ban petrol and diesel car imports?
Dr Jonathan Boston joins The Panel discussion about the pros and cons of banning petrol and diesel-run cars. Audio
A new era: 'Communal cars'
Co-founder of Women in Urbanism, Emma McInnes, talks to The Panel about moves towards communal cars in Auckland. Audio
Why We Drive: Matt Crawford on car culture's essential survival
Philosopher, mechanic, and author Matthew Crawford's latest book Why We Drive: Toward a Philosophy of the Open Road gets under the bonnet of one of the few remaining domains of exploration, play and… Audio
Is a Birkin bag out of your budget? You can now invest in one
The idea of being part-owner of a $61,500 handbag may seem strange, but it's a growing trend. Online trading platform Rally Rd allows users to purchase shares in luxury items. Author Paul Sullivan… Audio
Thai city taken over by disgruntled 'hyper monkeys'
The tourism downturn caused by Covid-19 has turned the ancient Thai city of Lopburi into a scene of raging warfare between roving gangs of thousands of monkeys. Photojournalist Mladen Antonov… Audio
Lost and Found: Bag on the car roof
A terrible thing happened to Kaille Harris in Wellington this morning. She left her bespoke handbag on the roof of her car before heading out of town. Audio
On yer bike – how cyclists, pedestrians & cars share city streets
There is a fine art to how pedestrians, cyclists, and cars and buses navigate the shared thoroughfares of our towns and cities. Audio
On yer bike – how cyclists, pedestrians & cars share city streets
There is a fine art to how pedestrians, cyclists, and cars and buses navigate the shared thoroughfares of our towns and cities.
AudioCalling Home: Charles Olsen in Madrid
Having been enticed by a love of Spanish art and flamenco guitar, New Zealand artist and poet Charles Olsen arrived in Spain in 2003 with the intention of staying for a month. Seventeen years later… Audio
COVID-19 outbreak has made China a 'pedestrian's paradise'
Lew Dagger has been in China for the past twenty years. He lives and works in Jinghong in the south of Yunnan, close to the Myanmar border. He joins the show for an update on the impact coronavirus… Audio
Why you should always keep a $100 bill in your wallet
If you are the sort of person who keeps a $100 note in your wallet, you might be saving money without even trying. Professor Priya Raghubir from the NYU Stern School of Business joins the show to… Audio
Ellen Heyting: my year of trying to buy nothing
For the whole of 2019, Finland-based Australian teacher Elln Heytin tried not to buy anything apart from vital supplies such as food and toiletries. In the 12 months, she bought just four things – a… Audio
3MM: Allan Dick on Dunedin's war against cars
Three Minutes Max, where New Zealanders share short and sharp opinions. Here's former broadcaster, Allan Dick with his thoughts on the war that is being waged against Dunedin car owners in favour of… Audio
Experiences will make you happier than material things
Cornell professor Tom Gilovich has done four studies over the years looking at what brings us happiness - experiences or things? He came to the common conclusion that happiness is ultimately derived… Audio
Calling Home: Tony Price in Charlotte, North Carolina
Ashburton native Tony Price has been involved in NASCAR racing in the US for more than three decades. He's Calling Home today from the lifestyle block he and wife Cindy have owned in Charlotte, North… Audio
Money for dungers
Time to get rid of the dunger? The Government is considering paying people to scrap their old lemons in a bid to modernise the fleet. Audio
Will ban on smoking in cars with kids really help?
A public health academic has told a parliamentary committee that plans to fine parents for smoking in a car with children will be a waste of time, if protecting kids is the end game.
The health… Audio
'Reply All': tech mysteries
For some reason Ben can't listen to one of his favourite podcasts, 99% Invisible with Roman Mars, on the car stereo of his Mazda. But why?! We play some of 'The Roman Mars Mazda Virus', episode 140 of… Audio
Insurers warn buyers over crash-avoiding cars
Car makers are accelerating the rollout of technology designed to avoid crashes. But while it's making car journeys safer, insurance companies are warning those eyeing discounts for buying… Video, Audio
Weekend tips: Car Maintenance
DIY Car maintenance is something people often steer clear of if they're not an expert. But a lot basic car repairs can be done yourself. Audio