Afternoons

Kate Hillier, garden consultant and horticulturist, has the perfect plan to get your garden ready for summer. It begins with the lawn ...

Julie Le Clerc, food editor of NZ House & Garden magazine, has a follow up on her recent trip to Georgia with this delicious appetizer found on tables throughout the country. Grab the full recipe here.

Dominic Corry graces the studio and reviews the Tim Butron sequel that's currently in theatres and the Netflix action thriller Rebel Ridge.

Valarie calls her daughter in the US and then things get weird ...

Since KiwiSaver launched in 2007 more than 110 billion dollars has been invested in the scheme. But, of course, everyone contributes differently and has different goals for their savings. So how does your KiwiSaver balance compare to that of other people your age? And if you're worried you're falling behind, what strategies can you employ to catch up? Jesse talks to Sam Stubbs the co-founder of the not-for-profit KiwiSaver scheme Simplicity.

Spring cleaning may be on the cards for a lot of us, but If the idea of cleaning for the sake of cleanliness doesn't motivate you perhaps the prospect of uncovering valuable works of art will, Thats what happened to one lucky anonymous person who popped into Lee Amor's Fine Art Restoration business in Paraparaumu Beach with some paintings that had been sitting in storage. Jesse talks to Lee to get the whole story.

One of the coolest parts of working for an airline is undoubtedly getting to travel and meet people in all corners of the world. Turns out, sometimes it isn't the people that leave the biggest impression. Such was the case for the Air New Zealand employees who first encountered Mosako, an akita dog they found chained and maltreated in Narita, Japan. Since then members of staff have been taking care of Mosako whenever they're in Japan - walking her, feeding her, raising money for medication and nursing her back to good health. [picture id="4KKA2E9_michelleandmosako_jpg" crop="original" layout="full"]

Have your rates gone sky high? The Mistress of Money Mary Holm says it might be time for a rates postponement.

It's been 50 years since the first windsurfing board was imported onto our shores. The crazy new sport which combined surfing and sailing proved popular with Kiwis and brought the country Olympic glory in the 90s. Grandmaster windsurfing world champion Bruce Trotter has written a book about the sport's history 'Footstraps of Giants'

A Palmerston North startup company has taken Dairy free products a step further, making a cream out of Lentils, it looks and tastes like the real thing and has no allergens. Andfoods is the company with the cream, and also finalists in this year's KiwiNet Awards.

Book lover and Illustrator Tanya Wolfkamp has embarked on a literary quest: to read every novel by every great author born before 1904. Where is she in the quest and how far does she have to go?

Earlier this week, Jesse spoke to an organisation called Tyrewise about a new tyre recycling scheme that began operating this month. Well, following that interview we heard from several people who still had lingering questions: does the process itself produce pollution? Can this be classed as "recycling" at all if the tyres are not re-used for the same purpose? For some clarity around these issues Mark Leishman talks to Sue Coutts, external affairs for Zero Waste Network Aotearoa.

Claire Concannon visits the Australian synchrotron in Melbourne where intense beams of x-ray light are created for use in science, including some New Zealand research.

If you make it trend you make it true says Renee DiResta, the former technical research manager at the Stanford university Internet Observatory. She herself as been the subject of a conspiracy theory gone viral, accused by Republican lawmakers in America of working with the government to suppress conservative speech online. DiResta says conspiracy theories and misinformation thrive because Influencers, algorithms, and crowds shape reality today. She pulls back the curtain to reveal how the new system of persuasion works, how its' altering so much of our lives, and what we can do to understand it. Her book is called Invisible Rulers, The People Who Turn Lies Into Reality.

These burgers take shake and bake to a whole new level. Sam Parish explains how with Jesse today.

Evie Ashton reviews two competing podcasts about the Polkinghorne trial: Stuff Extra's The Trial and NZ Herald (NZME's) The Accused.

Emma Gleason is the Lifestyle and Travel Deputy Editor at the NZ Herald and joins Jesse Mulligan to discuss signing up to a multi-day hike in the Himalayas for the first time.

Gore is well-known as the Country Music Capital of New Zealand, and nothing encapsulates that better than the iconic 'Gold Guitar' sculpture in the town centre. It was unveiled in 1988 to commemorate the annual Gold Guitar Awards and has been a local landmark ever since. Now people have a chance to own this slice of Kiwi music history as the sculpture is up for sale on Trademe! The current owner, Frank Wilson, bought it on a whim five years ago, and he tells Jesse why it's up for grabs.

Australia is home to some of the deadliest creatures in the world, but it could be worse! Recently, they've discovered a giant sea scorpion which used to stalk the waters... Dr Patrick Smith - a paleontologist at the Australian Museum - discovered the new species of sea scorpion, publishing his findings in Gondwana Research and speaks to Jesse Mulligan.

The Y chromosome is in decline and there have been fears that humans could become extinct unless we evolve a new sex gene. But in positive news for all of us Japanese researchers have discovered that spiny rats have lost their Y chromosome and managed to survive. This discovery actually happened back in 2022, but has been all over the internet this week. Distinguished Professor of Genetics and Vice Chancellor's Fellow from La Trobe University in Melbourne Jenny Graves joins Jesse to discuss the discovery.

Why do we spend so much money on our cars? Katy Gosset learns some easy maintenance tips to help avoid budget blowouts and keep our cars on the road.

The reality of microfinance, small loans of just a few dollars, is a lot messier than initially thought.

All the latest news from Oz.

Catherine Robertson reviews new books.

Brazil's top court is standing behind a decision to ban X from the country.

When Jonny Mirkin spoke to businesses about their mental health strategies, most had the same approach - an ambulance-at-the-bottom-of-the-cliff strategy.

Southland local computer-guru James Wards is trying to solve some of the world's thornier problems.

6.5 million tyres reach their end of life in New Zealand every year, but this month our first national tyre recycling scheme kicks into gear.

Reah Bravo regrets calling one of America's most well known and respected journalists a sexual predator.

Fawcett Elu has been a firefighter for over a decade and joins us to talk through what it's like being in the fire service.

The Katikati-based factory has been making darts for over 50 years.

Our TV reviewer Dominic Corry comes in hot with some laser sharp reckons on some new shows.

Christchurch's Cardboard Cathedral was designed as a temporary structure to fill the void left by the damage caused to Christ Church Cathedral in the 2011 earthquake.

To some, finding that extra crispy, burnt-looking chip at the bottom of a bag can feel like finding a pot of gold at the end of a rainbow.

"Can a shared love of cats be used as a weapon for peace?"

The elusive and beautiful tokoriro, Occultastella morgana, was only recently discovered on the Denniston Plateau by Massey University Professor Steve Trewick. This remarkable species is just one of the many unique inhabitants of the rugged and wild plateau.

Taking up the Friday slot for one time only, it's our favourite Australasian Brad Foster.

Charlotte Ryan, host of Music 101 gives us a taste of what we can expect on Saturday afternoon.

Julie Biuso brings us a recipe for scones that she says will blow your mind.

Sam Hollis reviews two new films.

One night she was sent a warning ...

Brad Maclachlan received the Civil Aviation Authority Director's commendation award this week.

A dermatologist lays down the law on how to deal with pimples.

NIWA's new multi-million dollar research vessel has arrived in the country and has already been put to work.

It's time for a date with history, and that means some quality time with Dr Grant Morris from Victoria University. Dr Grant illuminates New Zealand's long history with the noble and slightly goofy Golden Retriever.

Every two weeks we try and replicate something that is performed in close conversation in pubs, bars, cafes and group chats around the world. We try to Solve the World's Problems, and our troubleshooter this time is Ali Jones, senior consultant at Red PR and member of the Papanui Innes Community board.

Belinda Cordwell remains New Zealand's highest-ever ranked singles tennis player during the Open Era. In December 1989, the same year she made the Australian Open semifinals, she reached the lofty heights of 17th in the world. Wellington-born...Belinda had a globetrotting career, including stints in the USA and London, plus playing at the Seoul Olympic Games. She retired in 1991 and now resides in the Wairarapa and provides health education to schools across the country

In a few short years, Futsal went from niche after-work activity to one of the fastest growing sports in New Zealand and the world at-large. That fact is being solidified by our teams finding success at international tournaments, including the Futsal Ferns, who just took out the first-ever OFC Futsal Women's Nations Cup. Joining Jesse is Futsal Fern Danielle Bradley, who was also bestowed the Golden Gloves award as the tournament's best goalkeeper.

Lyndy McInyre has dedicated her life to fighting for the rights of low wage workers... A long-time community organiser.. in 2011 she was a part of a social movement to address "in-work poverty", workers who were struggling to get by on very low wages. In her new book 'Power to Win' she documents the history of the living wage movement in New Zealand and says that this story is important "now, more than ever".

From helping taonga species such as the kākāpō, to early identification of cancer, to tackling food security: New Zealand scientists are using genomics – the study of DNA or genetics – to find solutions to some of our biggest problems.   Damian Christie finds out about some of the research happening in this space. Visit rnz.co.nz/genomics to learn more.

107 times a day, we open the doors to one of the most consequential inventions in the history of food and drink. The refrigerator.

Sam has an inspired Mexican touch for Father's Day. Access the recipe here.

Elliott Childs reviews Handsome and revisits All Songs Considered.

River guide Willie Huch from Owhango Adventures gives Jesse the lowdown on how to enjoy the mighty Whanganui River.

Today marks 100 years since the birth of one of our most beloved authors: Janet Frame.

Hamiltonians are always working hard to protect and nurture their population of long-tailed bats - or pekapeka-tou-roa - a species under critical threat.

As if our most decorated Olympian Dame Lisa Carrington hadn't done enough to inspire the up-and-coming generation, she's now poised to release her first children's book.

Katy Gosset meets a Christchurch woman who's teaching a new generation of New Zealanders how to pickle and preserve.

Breaking up is hard to do in relationships, but also breaking up with your job.

DOC has updated its list of environmental weeds.

Dougal McNeill's Forms of Freedom, Marxist essays in New Zealand and Australia literature and Mary McCarthy's Vietnam.

Tim Batt is in studio to look at the biggest story in tech right now: the arrest of Telegram's CEO.

Researchers have discovered a new species of wallaby living undetected around Rotorua.

Matt Smith, a designer teamed up with his history buff father Mark, to create something unique.

A recent RNZ investigation found dozens of parents jumping through hoops to import melatonin to help their kids sleep. So what are the safety concerns involved?

We are living in the age of revolution, where economic and technological change is happening so fast it creates anxiety that spills over into politics. Populism rises along with scepticism about globalization and even democracy itself. If we don't cherish what we have, we'll lose what has been one of the great, great periods of progress in human history, says CNN host and bestselling author Fareed Zakaria. He is one of the most insightful political commentators of our time. Change almost always sparks a reaction because authority and tradition are challenged. Fareed Zakaria connects our modern problems to the arc of change over centuries in a book that took him 10 years to write. It's called 'Age of Revolutions: Progress and Backlash from 1600 to the Present'.

Op-shopping; some are born with an eye for it, some aren't so lucky. But according to today's experts, it doesn't have to be this way. Afternoons newsreader and vintage-shopping Queen Marama T-Pole and 'Thrift' podcast host Katy Gosset are both with Jesse today to offer their tips and tricks.

Did you know that 80 to 90 percent of most beauty products are made up of water? But not Gaelle Thieme's. Her brand 'Dust & Glow' creates shampoos and other personal hygiene products that take the form of a powder. She says that by using one little bottle of her shampoo instead of your regular liquid stuff, you'll save the equivalent of about 3.5 litres of water and 3 plastic bottles. Gaelle explains the ins and outs with Jesse today.

Afternoons TV critic Linda Burgess reviews British comedy-drama 'Douglas is Cancelled', Kiwi comedy 'Guy Montgomery's Guy Mont-Spelling Bee' and revisits the popular 2016 series 'The Night Manager'.

Professor Sir Michael Berry is one of the world's leading theoretical physicists with a special interest in light. He's been in the country to deliver a lecture titled "The Physics of Light in Eighty Pictures", where he unveiled the hidden geometries behind rainbows, twinkling stars and sunlight reflections. Later today, he will deliver a lecture on Geometrical optics illusions to staff and students at the University of Auckland. But first, he gives Jesse the lowdown.

The role of Indian migrants in New Zealand's dairy industry is a largely untold story. Early pioneers faced significant challenges in establishing successful farms during the 1920s, but the 1930s brought more prosperity. Today, Indian farmers are key players in New Zealand's dairy sector and are using their expertise to assist farm owners in India, helping them scale up operations and increase productivity. Senior journalist for RNZ Asia Gaurav Sharma spoke to a number of Indian families for this story. Today, he tells Jesse about the experience.

Less than five years after launching, Kai's Education has been recognised as one of the top 50 Ed-Tech startups in New Zealand and Australia by HolonIQ. The company crafts 'mixed reality robots' that can be used in classrooms to give kids hands-on experiences with coding and robotics. Kai's Education co-founder Ronel Schodt talks to Jesse.

This week's critter is the kaunga (New Zealand hermit crab, Pagurus novizealandiae).

Builder Stan Scott's back today to help with some handy hints and tips for your DIY projects or repairs around the house.

Charlotte Ryan, host of Music 101 plays a fave track and clues us into what's on the show this weekend.

Food writer Kelly Gibney brings us a super simple and hearty recipe for the end of the week.

The magnificent Kate Rodger is in studio to talk about all the latest movies.

More thrilling and terrifying tales from our listeners.

A Taranaki teenager has set an ice swimming world record, despite only recently taking up the discipline.

All month, as part of Wellington on a Plate, businesses have been serving up their takes on the ultimate burger. RNZ's own Sam Smail has been working through the burgers on offer.

Working as a cemetery groundman might not be for everyone, but Palmerston North City Council's longest-serving employee says he's not retiring anytime soon.

Today on the Pre-Panel, Wallace Chapman joins Jesse Mulligan to preview tonight's show and producer Sam Hollis joins to talk about a US cinema chain taking a novel approach to screening silent movies.

This week on Nau Mai Town, RNZ's podcast about Aotearoa place names, Justine Murray is in Taumarunui to find out what the name means. There's one version she's heard of and it's about a dying chief who needed shelter from the sun, but that's not the story according to one of the local hapu

The magical Mary talks about the current wave of interest rate cuts and how you can use them to make big progress with your mortgage.

Yvonne Willering joins Jesse for sporting history. The Netball superstar has been involved in the sport for six decades.

Thousands of Auckland tamariki and rangitahi are set to benefit from a new mental-health pilot programme with early intervention technology, designed to help them access immediate support.

A rare medal belonging to Antarctic explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton is set to be displayed in New Zealand after a battle with the British government.

After numerous setbacks, construction on Ngati Te Whiti hapu's long-awaited Ngamotu Marae will get underway this year.

Wastewater testing became a part of our daily lexicon during the Covid-19 pandemic, but what else can it tell us? Claire Concannon meets some scientists using wastewater to figure out how much alcohol we're drinking, and uncovering some fascinating patterns of consumption.

For 25 years, Daniel Handler, AKA Lemony Snicket has taken young readers into strange and wonderful worlds of his creation in books like A Series of Unfortunate Events and The Bad Beginning.

The beloved children's TV presenter joins Jesse from Christchurch to talk about his career, the music he loves, and more.

Sam Parish is back with another recipe for the time-starved cook. This dish is one where the oven does all the work.

Ximena Smith reviews two hard hitting investigative podcasts involving a war crime and a con woman.

We're going to Georgia in Eastern Europe - home of one of world's oldest wine regions and wildly abundant food.

A break-up or a separation signals the end of a relationship, but really, it's just the beginning.

Rita Edited paims to showcase the best of Aotearoa's small-scale makers, artists, producers and designers.

Now to a long-running battle in the Hutt Valley where the council is set to fell a section of native black beech trees so a road can be widened.

Today on the Pre-Panel, Wallace Chapman previews tonight's show and producer Tom Ristes-Smith share the best jokes from the Edinburgh Fringe.

It's time now for a new season of 'Thrift' and this week is all about having a good time. When the cost of living kicks in and people tighten their belts, having a nice night out can be one of the first things to go. Katy Gosset looks at how to eat, drink and hit the town without spending a fortune.