Heather Roy
It's not what you know...
Are you one of those people that hate networking, but realise that it is important if you you want to get ahead in your line of work? It can be very daunting for introverts especially. But a less… Audio
Beards: Dirtier than a dog
A new report has found men with beads carry more germs in their facial hair than dogs do in their fur. Beard experts say you need to wash you beard hair like you wash your head hair - with shampoo and… Audio
Elderly struggling with online world
Banks have closed branches in small towns across the country, arguing that they are not needed as everyone has moved to online banking. But many older people aren't confident in the digital world. Audio
What advice did your parents give you?
A US Health writer asked his followers on twitter what the best advice their parents ever gave them. And it went off, with more than 3000 people sharing their stories. Audio
What a way to make a living
One of the world's richest men has hailed the blessing of a 12-hour working day, saying that it's the secret to getting ahead. Alibaba founder Jack Ma supports a 9am to 9pm working day, and a six-day… Audio
How much will you pay to watch the RWC?
Spark has hit back at criticism it's price to watch the Rugby World Cup is too high. It will cost $90 to access all the games, though the big games will be screened on TVNZ for free. Audio
'National Interest' test for investments considered
The Government is consulting on a 'National Interest' test for screening major investments by foreign companies, saying it needs the power to stop purchases if they involve sensitive land or… Audio
No Capital Gains Tax
The Prime Minister announced today the Government has decided against implementing a tax on capital gains, telling a press conference there was "no mandate" for it. Audio
The Panel with Heather Roy and Russell Brown (Part 2)
Question of the Day; What advice did your parents give you?; What a way to make a living; Elderly struggling with online world; Beards: Dirtier than a dog; It's not what you know... Audio
The Panel with Heather Roy and Russell Brown (Part 1)
No Capital Gains Tax; 'National Interest' test for investments considered; How much will you pay to watch the RWC? Audio
Story of the Day and I've been thinking for 17 April 2019
An introduction to our panellist and the topics for the day plus our panellists share their thoughts on something they've been thinking about. Audio
Three Minutes Max: Heather Roy
Heather Roy is upset about the changes to the way ANZAC commemorations are being held in the wake of the Christchurch mosque shootings. Audio
The Pre-panel for 14 January 2019
Wallace Chapman is joined by Peter Elliott and Heather Roy. He asks his question of the day and our panellists tell us what they've been thinking Audio
How much would you give up your phone for?
Company Vitamin Water has announced it will give away $100,000 to someone who can survive a year without using a smartphone. An old fashion landline is allowed. Audio
Sunburn - bad advice and bad sunscreen
It's now well into summer so we have consulted dermatologist Dr Louise Reiche to debunk common sunburn remedies. Meanwhile the annual debate over the strength and efficacies of sunscreen has… Audio
Kevin Lloyd: "I'm now the shark attack guy"
A 24-year-old Kerikeri man managed to free himself from the jaws of a shark in Northland this weekend. Kevin Lloyd was spearfishing when he was attacked by a 2.1 metre mako shark. Kevin joins The… Audio
Are young people ok?
According to a selection of surveys out of the US, millennials are doing it rough. They are the broke generation, unless they live at home. Audio
'Cannabis is Medicine' billboard
Helius Therapeutics have begun a nationwide ad campaign, including billboards will the slogan "cannabis is medicine", the first advertising from a licensed cannabis company. Audio
