Culture
Midday Report Essentials for Tuesday 23 September 2025
In today's episode, The government is loosening work-to-residency visa settings, creating two pathways to residence for skilled migrants that will start next year, Six thousand doctors and dentists… Audio
Harper Finn
Returning to the country and for his second chat on The TAHI Podcast is the incredible Harper Finn who has new music, new shows and as always wisdom to bless us with. Audio
The problem with dropping art history from curriculum
These may be the last years students can study art history comprehensively at NCEA level, but why is that important?
Fast Favourites with actor Nicola Kāwana
Nicola Kāwana has been a familiar face to Kiwi audiences for decades. A graduate of Toi Whakaari, Nicola's acting career spans film, television and theatre. Audio
Majic on final Kōkōuri EP Mutuwhenua
The kaupapa Māori waiata project has released its third EP, Mutuwhenua. Led and organised by mātanga reo Hana Mereraiha with Majic alongside a range of other singers, it features production by Rory… Audio
Co-founders of Wāhine in Jazz Francesca Parussini and Na'amah Cheiban
The Tamaki Makaurau-based organisation have for three years been advocating for female jazz musicians in Aotearoa, celebrating with the release of a live recording by Wave Infinity Junction… Audio
Victoria Kelly: Requiem for a symphony
Award-winning composer Victoria Kelly's latest requiem commissioned by the NZSO is an interpretation of a thirteenth-century liturgy in a modern context. Audio
The 2025 WOW Supreme Winner
The 2025 WOW Supreme Award Winner is American design duo Dawn Mostow and Ben Gould for their latex creation 'Tsukomogami'. Audio
Out Lately with Finn Johansson
Featuring new music from Brandon de la Cruz, Stella Donnelly, and Kassa Overall. Audio
Myth Takes: Roman satire
Classics educator and enthusiast Ben Jackson takes Emile Donovan on a tour of ancient Rome's great satirists. Audio
Te Manahau & Stacey Morrison
Hei whakanui i te 50 tau o Te Wiki o te Reo Maori, i noho tahi a Te Manahau raua ko Stacey Morrison ki te korero me Waimirirangi. Waihoki, i tino whakamiharo a So'omalo raua ko Janay ki nga whaikorero… Audio
World of WearableArt finalists prepare to take the stage
Wellington is set to come alive this week in celebration of the creative spirit, showcasing wearable art from across the globe. Timaru finalist Steph Mcgrevy spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
World News Wrap for 18 September 2025
Let's catch up with what's been going on around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins. Audio
World News Wrap for 17 September 2025
Let's catch up with what's been going on around the world with Alice Wilkins. Audio
Polyfest to be split across two venues
The annual event will be held at Auckland's Manukau Sports Bowl and the Due Drop Events Centre next year.
Hana Mereraiha & Mirage
Nga mihi o Te Wiki o te Reo Maori! Ko Hana Mereraiha te manuhiri tuatahi o te ra nei. He matanga reo, a, he tino toa hoki i nga mahi whakamaori i te ao puoro me nga mahi auaha. Ko Ben no te pene… Audio
Innovative agency tackles instability for actors and performers
Job stability and sustainability within a creative industry can be a constant battle for artists. Audio
Regional Wrap: The untamed and wild Hokitika
The untamed and wild Hokitika is better known these days as the "Cool Little Town." Located on the West Coast of the South Island, it's about 40 minutes from Greytown. It's home to the largestiwi in… Audio
Jessica Gurnsey's vibrant portrait paintings capture moments in time
Art in the Park returns to the iconic Eden Park next weekend from the 18th to the 21st of September. A curated art show in a stadium setting, it'll bring together artists and collectors with artist… Audio
