Media
Midweek: Ever-present Pres, billionaire buy-ins, NZ life on TV
Midweek: The ever-present US President makes the most of set-piece media events. Also -billionaires seeking stakes in our media & rights to air rugby - and TV shows about life in NZ fifty years apart.
…Anora wins Oscar for best film
Neon's low budget film Anora and filmmaker Sean Baker ruled the night at the 97th Academy Awards, winning five trophies including best film. Hollywood insider Sandro Monetti spoke to Alexa Cook. Audio
What's inside the $400,000 Oscar goodie bags?
Holidays, cosmetics and home renovation vouchers were amongst the lush loot.
Midday Report Essentials for Monday 3 March 2025
In today's episode, a criminal defence lawyer says the investigation into the death of a man tasered by police will be complex, a new report into Wellington Water's deep-seated problems shows their… Audio
Red carpet rolled out for 97th Academy Awards
The red carpet has been rolled out and the champagne is on ice as Hollywood prepares to crown the movie royalty at the 97th Academy Awards. Entertainment guru and film critic Kate Rodger spoke to… Audio
Stars assemble for Oscars as 'Anora,' 'Conclave' vie for top prize
A twisty awards season rocked by LA wildfires and a racist tweet scandal reaches its climax with the 97th Academy Awards gala on Monday.
Race for best film at Oscars heats up
The Oscars ceremony is just around the corner, promising a night of glitz, emotion, and a twist or two. Hollywood correspondent Sandro Monetti spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Film critic on Oscars favourites
The Oscars are just hours away, and it's shaping up to be a night full of glamour, heartfelt speeches, and maybe a few surprises. Film critic and Awards commentator Richard Fitzwilliams spoke to Alexa… Audio
Preparing our kids for the wild world of the internet
Are we paying enough attention to giving our children the ability to sort out what's real and what's not in the murky depths of the internet?
Preparing our kids for the wild world of the internet
A claim we're not paying enough attention to giving our children the ability to sort out what's real and what's not in the murky depths of the internet. Audio
Netflix star Martin Henderson: 'It's very nurturing' to be in NZ more
The Kiwi has needed soothing recently since becoming embroiled in a "horrific" catfishing scam in which countless people have been contacted by someone claiming to be him. Video, Audio
Album keeps Maribou State musician 'sane' during health complications
The pair have released their first album in seven years.
Turning the Aotearoa screen industry green
Have you ever considered how green that TV show or movie you're watching is? Non-profit organisation, Greenlit is now working alongside Aotearoa productions leading the screen industry towards a… Audio
Fast Favourites with broadcaster Lloyd Burr
From political reporter, Europe correspondent for Newshub, to hosting a morning and drive show, broadcaster Lloyd Burr has done it all. In what has been a tumultuous few years for the media industry… Audio
The life and death of Gabby Petito
When #vanlife influencer Gabby Petito disappeared in 2021, internet sleuths looked to her social media accounts for clues. Her story now features on Netflix documentary American Murder. Audio
Defending media against defunding
The two main public media networks in the US are facing bids to de-fund them - as well as MAGA-driven inquiries into bias and how they do business.
Media alarm over Chinese ships - and the end of 'benign' times
Chinese warships appearing in what we like to think of as our "benign strategic environment" sparked something of a media frenzy. It culminated in claims our defence spending's going to have to go up…
China crisis, defending defunding, school food fight
Chinese warships in the Tasman Sea promp big calls to bump up the budget for defence ASAP. Also - the super-heated headlines about factory-to-school lunches and we talk to the international outfit… Audio
China crisis, defending against defunding, school food fight
Chinese warships in the Tasman Sea promp big calls to bump up the budget for defence ASAP. Also - the super-heated headlines about factory-to-school lunches and we talk to the international outfit… Audio
Gene Hackman and wife found dead in New Mexico home
Oscar-winning cinema giant Gene Hackman was found dead on Wednesday alongside his wife, in an incident that police are reportedly calling "suspicious". Roger Donaldson spoke to Charlotte Cook from Los… Audio
