Zoe George
Govt money should fund women not All Blacks’ pay packets
If the government is to give more money to rugby, then it should go to women and diversity in the sport, not the All Blacks says a former international player turned MP. Audio
Zoe George - The fight for fair play
The Australian cricket controversy raged on this week as commentators compared the fury and tears over ball tampering with the relatively muted response to the abusive behaviour towards women of some… Audio
Peter Urlich on ‘Bliss’: 'It’s matured like a fine wine'
Peter Urlich of legendary New Zealand band Th’ Dudes dicusses the origins of their most famous song, ‘Bliss’. Video, Audio
Is classical music really for dinosaurs?
It's been said that classical music is for dinosaurs. Upbeat producer Zoë George finds out if this is true. Video
Kristoff from Frozen answers Kiwi kids' questions
Jonathan Groff - who parents of younger children will know as Kristoff from Frozen - is in Christchurch teaching young musical thespians. He sat down with Zoe George to answer kids' questions. Video, Audio
Six must-listen Broadway tunes
Broadway star Andréa Burns is in NZ teaching the next generation of musical thespians. She chooses six Broadway tunes you have to hear. Video
Fair Play for December 2017
Sports journalist Zoë George and a roster of athletic co-hosts shine the spotlight on women in sports – from results and athletes to current affairs and issues. Audio
Beyond the Bars
In the past five years New Zealand’s female prison population has almost quadrupled to nearly 800. The new minister for Corrections, Kelvin Davis pledged to reduce the prison population by 30 percent… Video, Audio
Ballet being taught in prisons to reduce population
A joint venture between Corrections and the Royal New Zealand Ballet is bringing dance into Arohata Women's Prison for the first time. Video, Audio
Spending the Festive season with Moses MacKay
Love it or hate it, Christmas music is everywhere this time of year. And it seems Sol3 Mio love Christmas, and the public love their new Christmas themed album. A Very Merry Christmas, which launched… Video, Audio
Lucy Lawless: 'I’m more of an activist than an artist'
Lucy Lawless is outspoken. She talks art, activism, sexual misconduct in Hollywood, the Hobbit Law and what she wants her legacy to be, with RNZ Concert's Zoe George.
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Top musicians struggle to keep composed
Orchestral percussionist John Beder is among the 98 percent of professional classical musicians who suffer from performance anxiety. He talks to Zoe George about the problem, which he explores in the… Video, Audio
NZTrio wins Best Classical Artist Tui
NZTrio has won the Best Classical Artist award at the New Zealand Music Awards. NZTrio was recognised for its album Sway, with Cellist Ashley Brown receiving the Tui on behalf of the group. Ashley and… Audio
Fairplay for November 2017
Zoe George shines the spotlight on women in sport – pay parity, the Rugby League World Cup, the growth of women's rugby and how to find the perfect sports shoe. Audio
Rock Star Cellist Maya Beiser
Classically trained cellist Maya Beiser is all about adding her touch to the classics, from Bach to rock classics by Led Zepplin and Nirvana. The Yale educated musician, who was raised on a kibbutz… Video, Audio
Joachim Horsley plays the piano with knives
American composer Joachim Horsley has taken a stab at rearranging famous pieces of music from Beethoven to Bach, as well as the Psycho theme – for piano and knives. Video, Audio
NZSO’s Dynamic 2018 season
Big blockbusters dominate the 2018 season from the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra. Core repertoire, crossover and cinematic sounds are in store for fans - there’s something to whet everyone’s… Audio
Protecting the voices of young singers
Being encouraged to sing louder in school and a lack of knowledge around vocal techniques is contributing to increased vocal problems for children. Audio
Why we should care about music education
Conductor James Judd is a vocal advocate for music education for all. It’s been a topic of much discussion around the election, with the consensus being arts and music is being pushed aside because of… Audio
Wellington Mayor Justin Lester – How Creative is the Capital?
Earlier this year Wellington Mayor Justin Lester announced a half million dollar boost for the so-called Creative Capital’s art scene. It may have something to do with the closure of multiple venues –… Audio