Life And Society
Are we losing the ability to think critically?
Conversations about AI seem to be everywhere, the pros, the cons, the what ifs, the why nots, the list goes on. On Afternoons we've spent time discussing how AI can affect learning. On one hand it's… Audio
Meeting the Anonymous Orators
Orators Anonymous describes itself as a Maori Pasifika queer-coded podcast covering pop culture, indigenous knowledge and laidback chit-chat. Audio
Island roundup: Rangitoto ki te Tonga, D'Urville Island
We're doing some island hopping on Summer Weekends, heading to a few of New Zealand's less populated islands to find out what life is like there. Audio
Saunoamaali’i Dr Karanina Sumeo on the pay equity committee
The select committee was set up following policy amendments made by the coalition government. Audio
Lawn Bowls competition takes place in Taranaki
Hundreds of lawn bowlers have descended on Taranaki this week for the region's men's open fours competition - considered one of the largest and most prestigious club championships in the country… Audio
Road Trip: Shamubeel Eaqub
Today economist Shamubeel Eaqub takes us on his ultimate roadie and his top music picks to play on the way. Audio
Road Trip: Dawn Freshwater
Our road trip guest today grew up in a working-class mining family in Nottingham and left school at 15. She trained and worked as a nurse before moving into academia. Five years ago, she took up the… Audio
Cornwall Park named garden of national significance
Cornwall Park is one of New Zealand's biggest, busiest and beloved city parks, spanning 78 hectares in the middle of urban Auckland. The New Zealand Gardens Trust has just awarded Cornwall Park 5… Audio
Smashing it abroad: Redundancy was the best thing to happen to Christopher Yu
Yu's scents have been in demand from fashion royalty and stars overseas, but realising how much time he's spent in Britain has sent him running home.
Teen's epic solo 3000km cycling trip from Cape Reinga to Bluff
From punishing climbs near Karapiro to a final 240km push in a single day, Mahe Braaksma's month-long journey tested his limits.
Three spices you need for best meat rub
These spices underpin the best rub for your meat on the barbie, says barbecue legend Melissa Cookston.
Warnings over car heat not getting through to dog owners
SPCA inspectors in the Bay of Plenty and Waikato have been getting up to 4 calls a day for dogs left in hot cars this summer. Jason Blair leads the team and spoke to Melissa Chan-Green. Audio
Locals say beachcombing putting marine eco-system at risk
Locals in northern Auckland say busloads of people are turning up to beaches and taking everything from sea cucumbers to starfish out of rockpools. Jessica Hopkins reports. Audio
Onboard with the Waikato harbourmaster for Operation Neptune
The run of hot weather is ideal for the estimated 160,000 recreational boaties who launch into the waters in and around Waikato each year. RNZ's Waikato reporter Libby Kirkby-McLeod jumped on a… Audio
"New year, new me" trend linked to rise in breakups
This time of year sees a surge of people filing for divorce or breaking up with their partners. Divorce coach, Kelly Sutton spoke to Lauren Crimp. Audio
Queenstown workers struggle to stay as living costs soar
Despite record visitor numbers and hundreds of job opportunities, workers in Queenstown say the cost of living is making it increasingly difficult to stay. Katie Todd reports. Audio
Kerikeri swelters while access to swimming spots dries up
The Northland town of Kerikeri has been smashing temperature records in recent days - but the sweltering conditions come as the town loses access to once-popular swimming spots. Reporter Peter de… Audio
Kmart sand recall leaves Christchurch father footing the bill
A Christchurch father has been left out of carpet - and out of pocket - after pulling it up during a major recall of coloured sand. He spoke with Kim Baker Wilson. Audio
GP says skin cancer reaching almost epidemic levels
A Southland GP says skin cancer is reaching an almost epidemic level. She's so concerned that she's opening the region's first specialist clinic. Dr Sophie Sharpe spoke to Lauren Crimp. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 12 January
While parts of the country experienced scorching temperatures yesterday, other areas were hit with heavy rain, thunder and lightning. Napier almost broke a near 50-year record, reaching 36 degrees… Audio
