Media
Trump repeats threat of 100 percent tariffs on foreign films
Donald Trump has repeated his threat to impose a one hundred percent tariff on foreign movies - a threat that economists say will be hard to follow through with. Economist Eric Crampton spoke to… Audio
What to watch on the small screen
Claire Chitham joins Jesse with her latest recommendations: Black Rabbit - Netflix The Girlfriend - Prime Audio
Mediawatch: Long-term problems, short-term coverage
Are the media shining light in the right places and on the bigger picture?
Short-term focus on long-term problems, tackling taboo topics
Bad news about the economy piling up - and piling pressure on the politicians in charge of it. But are the media shining light in the right places? Also - Trump vs Kimmel and free speech, two… Audio
Confidential council documents found in mayoral desk from dump
The council have alerted the Privacy Commissioner.
Group Chat
Culture 101's Perlina Lau and Afternoons Senior Producer Olivia Wilson joins Jesse to discuss Jimmy Kimmel's return, pop stars calling out "mediocre men" and whether The Rock really has a chance of… Audio
Midweek - Trump vs comedy and free speech, TVNZ & RNZ's trust
Trump's aggression puts media on the back foot; good news for RNZ on public trust - and for TVNZ after a spot check for bias; blowback for the Black Ferns after lack of coverage claims; local current… Audio
What early cinema tells us about the appeal of 'AI slop'
Talking monkeys vlogging from sacred sites, three-legged sharks wearing Nike sneakers, babies trapped in space… if you spend any time on social media these days you're likely to come across such… Video
A chat with New Zealand's chief censor Caroline Flora
What does a chief censor do? Sit there in a comfortable room with a popcorn machine watching new-release movies and reading new release books all day? We were dying to know, so we invited Caroline… Audio
Television Critic: The Paper, The Morning Show S4, & Platonic S2
Our TV critic Dom Corry reviews a brand new spin-off of 'The Office'. 'The Paper' The Paper is an American mockumentary sitcom series created by Greg Daniels and Michael Koman. In Toledo, Ohio, a same… Audio
Mediawatch: 'News desert' warning, as local newspapers close down
A former editor warns that news deserts are creeping up on us - and we might be 'up to our ankles in sand' already.
Clarke Gayford on the making of 'Prime Minister'
The political and personal life of New Zealand's 40th Prime Minister Dame Jacinda Ardern is laid bare in the new documentary, Prime Minister. Audio
Mediawatch: Property news pumping up market?
Stories about houses and property are a critical source of engagement and income for media. New research breaks down several years' coverage.
News desert warning, pros and cons of property
Hardly a news bulletin or newspaper goes by without stuff about houses and property. But what kind of coverage is it? And what effect does it have? Also - a former editor warns news deserts are… Audio
'America is not happy': Aussie ABC cops blame for Kimmel suspension by US namesake
The Australian public broadcaster has received hundreds of complaints about the suspension of Jimmy Kimmel Live!
The MPs that don't hate each other
Parliament isn't all fiery debate and smart comebacks, in fact, MPs of all political colours get along. But only some are willing to admit it.
Banter, beers and backstabbing at the Beehive
Parliament isn't all fiery debate and smart comebacks, in fact MPs of all political colours get along. But only some are willing to admit it. Audio
Film Review: The Long Walk and Prime Minister
Film reviewer Dom Corry joins Jesse to review The Long Walk and Prime Minister. Audio
Analysis: Trump's anti-media blitz is straight from a strongman's playbook
The US President appears to be running the same game as the Hungarian prime minister.
Black Ferns battle injuries as they chase glory in England
The Black Ferns are one win away from the finals, and the mood of the nation depends on a much-needed sporting victory.
