Life And Society
Gut punch: Ministry restructure sparks outrage
As one of our smallest ministries is shredded to save taxpayer dollars, critics say it feels like cultural vandalism
'Ozempic face' may be driving a cosmetic surgery boom in US
"Ozempic face" has become a social media byword for the sagging skin and hollowed-out appearance that can accompany the use of GLP-1 medications.
Axe falls on history
When one of our smallest ministries is shredded in the name of saving taxpayer dollars, critics say it feels like cultural vandalism Audio
What's a city?
New Zealand has thirteen city councils but do we actually have that many cities? Audio
The Panel Plus
An extra half hour of The Panel with Wallace Chapman, where he's joined by Nights host Emile Donovan. Then Wallace is joined by Rev Dr Mervyn Duffy who is here to do a deep dive on the catholic… Audio
The Pre-Panel for 30 July 2025
Jesse Mulligan is joined by The Panel host Wallace Chapman and producer José Barbosa to preview this evening's marlarky. Audio
Bookmarks with the International Film Festival's Paolo Bertolin
Time for Bookmarks, when we sit down with a notable Kiwi and learn about their life and some of their favourite things. Paolo Bertolin is a writer, producer, film critic and programmer, who since last… Audio
Heading Off: Kayaking down the Yukon
We love it when you get in touch with us with your stories and today's guest Kevin Searle did just that. He sent through an abridged story of his Kayak trip down the Yukon, and we needed to know more!
…Making meals matter
Everybody Eats is a social restaurant concept. It's three course meals are open to all: Lawyers, students, hospitality staff, the homeless, whomever. And all on a "pay what you can" basis. Since… Audio
Doing it right: Regenerative tourism success story
The Okarito plant project, a business -led initiative in South Westland is becoming a national example of regenerative tourism in action. Tourism operators, visitors, landowners, and volunteers are… Audio
Sir Michael Hill dies aged 86
Sir Michael Hill is being mourned by his family and friends, as well the lives he touched through his jewellery empire, the golfing world and arts community. Former Queenstown Lakes mayor Jim Boult… Audio
Wonderful World of TradeMe with Emma Bacon
Tiger Woods features on TradeMe this week, as does a McLaren worth just a little bit more than a block of butter. Audio
35 Dana Johannsen | The System that Broke Olivia Podmore
The death of Olympic cyclist Olivia Podmore confirmed warnings journalist Dana Johannsen had long been hearing about the mental health risks for elite athletes. Her reporting would go on to expose the… Audio
The electoral changes that will disenfranchise tens of thousands
The government's suite of amendments to electoral law haven't gone down well, but that's not stopping them from pushing ahead with the changes.
When it's worth waiting for democracy
The government's suite of amendments to electoral law haven't gone down well, but that's not stopping them from pushing ahead with the changes. Audio
When it's worth waiting for democracy
The government's suite of amendments to electoral law haven't gone down well, but that's not stopping them from pushing ahead with the changes. Audio
The declining rate of cousins
Fewer children being born means those that are grow up with fewer cousins. Sociologist Dan Woodman joins Emile Donovan to explain this little-discussed shift in our family structures. Audio
Live from the 2025 Bakels New Zealand Supreme Pie Awards
Emile Donovan crosses to the glitz and glamour of our nation's pie awards to congratulate gold category winner Jason Hay from Richoux Patisserie Ellerslie. Audio
Singles are falling out of love with dating apps
Singles are falling out of love with online dating apps, meaning a return to real world introductions, and for some younger daters that's a totally new experience. Match group, the US tech company… Audio
The New Zealander redefining what luxury means
Every day, millions experience a bit of Kiwi creativity thanks to Christopher Yu. He left New Zealand for London 25 years ago as a tax attorney, but after being made redundant, he followed his nose to… Audio
