Best Dr Catherine Jackson Podcasts (2025)

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How To Cure Your Algorithm, with Jamie Bartlett 51:14

3h ago51:14

51:14

This event is part of Critical Conversations, a new series on the age of misinformation by Intelligence Squared and Sage & Jester, hosted by Sophia Smith Galer. To see other events in this series, click here. Where do we draw the line between free speech and dangerous misinformation? Algorithms not only dictate our data feeds but also reinforce our…

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Truth Hurts: From Conflict to Connection, with Dr Julia Ebner 50:17

2d ago50:17

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This event is part of Critical Conversations, a new series on the age of misinformation by Intelligence Squared and Sage & Jester, hosted by Sophia Smith Galer. Have you ever clashed with someone on social media or even a loved one? Conversations can easily escalate in a time where everyone is consuming different media with wildly different messagi…

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Tricks, Trolls, and LOLs: Comedy’s Crash Course in Spotting Lies, with Rachel Parris 57:28

5d ago57:28

57:28

This event was part of Critical Conversations, a new series on the age of misinformation by Intelligence Squared and Sage & Jester, hosted by Sophia Smith Galer. Sometimes the best way to expose a lie is to laugh at it. Satire is a force to be reckoned with in any democracy and artists are essential in shedding light on the truth. Comedy has long b…

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Can we have prosperity without growth? With Tim Jackson 56:02

5d ago56:02

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Is prosperity possible without growth? And in an age of environmental crisis and rising inequality, is our obsession with economic expansion doing more harm than good? On the podcast today, renowned economist Professor Tim Jackson challenges the very foundations of our economic thinking. In his groundbreaking book 'Prosperity Without Growth', Jacks…

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Estelle Clifford: This is not what I had in mind - Mitch James 7:50

6d ago7:50

7:50

After a decade of chart-topping hits, sold-out tours, and almost 300 million streams, Mitch James is stepping away from music for good. He's set to take the stage one last time for The Final Show – an emotional send-off at the Christchurch Town Hall on Saturday 24 May. Estelle Clifford joined Jack Tame to share her thoughts on Mitch James's final a…

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Catherine Raynes: The Book of Guilt and Nightshade 4:11

6d ago4:11

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The Book of Guilt by Catherine Chidgey The first NZ-published book to hit number one this year. From the author of Pet. Set in England in 1979, identical 13-year-old triplets are part of a Government scheme where they're constantly monitored and medicated. Nightshade by Michael Connelly Los Angeles County Sheriff's Detective Stilwell has been 'exil…

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Mike Yardley: Regenerative tourism in Glenorchy 8:14

6d ago8:14

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This week, Mike Yardley opened up about Glenorchy's brand of eco-concious tourism, and revealed why it's a must-visit for fans of jet-boating, nature and Middle Earth. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Dr Dougal Sutherland: clinical psychologist reveals how to deal with workplace bullying 7:25

6d ago7:25

7:25

Last Friday (May 16) was Pink Shirt Day in New Zealand which, as we know, is to promote anti-bullying - serving as a reminder that bullying can happen anywhere. Some people think it only happens in the playground at school but reports show it also occurs in workplaces, with a Massey Uni study in 2023 reported 1 in 4 people experienced bullying at l…

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Ruud Kleinpaste: Kiwi on the move 5:35

6d ago5:35

5:35

Last week, a collaborative group of Enthusiastic Restoration Organisations got together on Waiheke Island in the Hauraki Gulf. They were there to celebrate an inspirational project that commenced almost two decades ago: getting kiwi on the island. I remember having many chats with the Late Sir Rob Fenwick and his wife Lady Jennie about making the i…

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Full Show Podcast: 24 May 2025 1:56:42

6d ago1:56:42

1:56:42

On the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for Saturday 24 May 2025, award-winning playwright Leki Jackson-Bourke and emerging dance talent Justice Kalolo join Jack to discuss New Zealand's leading contemporary dance company Black Grace celebrating 30 years, and the brand new production Rage Rage. Jack weighs up whether KiwiSaver beco…

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Lisa Dudson: finance expert on the Government's new changes to KiwiSaver 5:00

7d ago5:00

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In a bid to boost Kiwis' retirement savings, the Government is increasing the default KiwiSaver contribution rate to 3.5 percent next year and then 4 percent by April 2028. The scheme will also be extended to 16 and 17-year-olds from April 1, 2026 - they will need to opt in, as the automatic enrolment will remain at 18. The Government contribution …

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Paul Stenhouse: Apple's design guru is set to work with OpenAI full time 5:14

7d ago5:14

5:14

Johnny Ive, the designer behind the iPod, iMac & iPhone, is going all in with the creators of ChatGPT. Two years ago he started a company, io, to rethink the computer for the AI-age - which OpenAI was an investor in. OpenAI has now purchased it for $6.5 billion according to Bloomberg. Tech commentator Paul Stenhouse says the staff will be joining O…

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Tara Ward: Sirens, Nine Perfect Strangers, Stanley Tucci in Italy 4:42

7d ago4:42

4:42

Sirens - (Netflix) Julianne Moore and Meghann Fahy star in this glitzy drama about a woman concerned about her sister’s relationship with her billionaire boss. Nine Perfect Strangers - (Prime Video) A new season of the drama based on a book by Liane Moriarty and starring Nicole Kidman, about nine strangers who congregate at a wellness retreat to ga…

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Leki Jackson-Bourke and Justice Kalolo: award-winning playwright and emerging dancer on Black Grace celebrating 30 years 13:30

7d ago13:30

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New Zealand’s leading contemporary dance company Black Grace is celebrating 30 years this year - and their latest production offers an intimate look at a familiar emotion. Rage Rage was crafted as a response to the chaotic times we live in, and it features dance infused with physical theatre. Award-winning playwright Leki Jackson-Bourke and emergin…

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Rosa Flanagan: Two Raw Sisters expert shares Halloumi Orzo Tray Bake recipe 4:26

7d ago4:26

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Halloumi Orzo Tray Bake Full of flavourful, vibrant everyday ingredients. This is quick and easy comfort food at its best. We encourage you to swap and change the vegetables with what needs to be used in your fridge and what's seasonal. To make this dairy free, either leave out the halloumi altogether or use a dairy free cheese alternative. Serves:…

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Francesca Rudkin: entertainment correspondent discusses Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning and Fountain of Youth 8:41

7d ago8:41

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Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning The 8th and final film in the action-thriller Mission Impossible franchise has just been released - with Ethan Hunt taking on the ultimate in AI evil. Fountain of Youth Two estranged siblings partner on a global heist to find the mythological Fountain of Youth. They must use their knowledge of history to foll…

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Andrew Saville: Can Auckland FC keep up the momentum? 5:47

7d ago5:47

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Auckland FC's made a record-breaking start to their debut season and fans are hopeful the team can go all the way to the top. Saturday is the biggest chapter yet, with 29,000 people set to pack an expanded Go Media Stadium for the second leg of the semifinal with Melbourne Victory. Andrew Saville joined Jack Tame to discuss further. LISTEN ABOVE Se…

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Kevin Milne: Celebrating the power of a surname 8:08

7d ago8:08

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Christchurch entrepreneur Mark Rocket made headlines as the first New Zealander to go to space - so it's got Kevin Milne thinking about the power of a surname. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Jack Tame: Should superannuation be means-tested too? 4:28

7d ago4:28

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It’s one of the curious things about the structure of modern liberal democracies. Whether its sharemarkets or political cycles or even media coverage, a lot of the big forces that shape our society are influenced by short-term incentives. It gets us into all sorts of pickles. Take the Three Waters and the crisis with water infrastructure in New Zea…

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Is Your Phone Controlling Your Life? With Kaitlyn Regehr (Part Two) 40:19

7d ago40:19

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The ‘Smartphone-free Childhood’ movement has alerted many of us to the dangers inherent in our – and our kids’ – use of devices. But while we can shield children from technology in their early years, withdrawing from the online world is not an option for most of us in adult life. So how do we ensure that we – and our children when they grow up – de…

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Is Your Phone Controlling Your Life? With Kaitlyn Regehr (Part One) 38:03

10d ago38:03

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The ‘Smartphone-free Childhood’ movement has alerted many of us to the dangers inherent in our – and our kids’ – use of devices. But while we can shield children from technology in their early years, withdrawing from the online world is not an option for most of us in adult life. So how do we ensure that we – and our children when they grow up – de…

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Tariff Special: The Intelligence Squared Economic Outlook with Helen Thompson (Part Two) 40:59

12d ago40:59

40:59

‘The world as we knew it is gone’ – UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer’s response to Trump’s tariffs President Donald Trump recently announced a 90-day pause for his monumental ‘liberation day’ tariffs while at the same time escalating a dangerous trade war with China. Trump’s announcement came just weeks after import taxes on all goods entering th…

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Tariff Special: The Intelligence Squared Economic Outlook with Helen Thompson (Part One) 42:46

13d ago42:46

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‘The world as we knew it is gone’ – UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer’s response to Trump’s tariffs President Donald Trump recently announced a 90-day pause for his monumental ‘liberation day’ tariffs while at the same time escalating a dangerous trade war with China. Trump’s announcement came just weeks after import taxes on all goods entering th…

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Naked Samoans: Comedy Group on their 27 year career, return to live comedy with 'The Last Temptation of the Naked Samoans' 14:48

13d ago14:48

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The Naked Samoans launched a new era of popular culture in New Zealand with bro’Town and their smash hit Sione’s Wedding films. They were instrumental in pushing Pasifika humour into the mainstream, and are still going strong after three decades. They’re returning to the stage this month for the International Comedy Festival, performing The Last Te…

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Estelle Clifford: Jenny Mitchell - Forest House 5:09

13d ago5:09

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‘Forest House’ is the latest album to come from NZ Best Country Artist Winner Jenny Mitchell. In her own words, the album is filled with songs that reflect everything that happens within the four walls of a house – new beginnings, endings, the good, bad, nostalgic, and everything in between. Estelle Clifford joined Jack Tame to share her thoughts o…

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Catherine Raynes: The CIA Book Club and The Names 4:41

13d ago4:41

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The CIA Book Club by Charlie English For almost five decades after the Second World War, Europe was divided by the longest and most heavily guarded border on earth. The Iron Curtain, a near-impenetrable barrier of wire and wall, tank traps, minefields, watchtowers and men with dogs, stretched for 4,300 miles from the Arctic to the Black Sea. No phy…

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Kevin Milne: The generosity of New Zealanders 6:52

13d ago6:52

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Kiwis are known for many things – our friendly attitudes, our easy going natures, and Kevin Milne thinks our generosity should be added to that list. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Mike Yardley: Going wild in Haast 7:54

13d ago7:54

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"Stitching Central Otago to the wonders of South Westland, the Haast Pass Highway is what epic roadies are all about. The Haast region is the centrepiece of Te Wāhipounamu World Heritage area. As the last mountain pass to be constructed over the Southern Alps and only fully chip-sealed in 1995, this 140km-long panoramic alpine pass still exudes a “…

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Kate Hall: Sustainability and babies 9:38

13d ago9:38

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Another member is joining the Hall household and true to her nature, Kate Hall has been looking at how to keep having a baby a little more sustainable. She joined Jack Tame to talk about the reality of baby marketing versus what’s actually needed, what they plan to do for nappies, and give a few tips for navigating offers of hand-me-downs. LISTEN A…

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Dr Bryan Betty: Doctor on the infectiousness of measles after a case was reported in Auckland 6:13

13d ago6:13

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78 people are to be quarantined after coming in contact with measles. Health New Zealand's said it's reached out to 286 close contacts since the first case was confirmed earlier this month. 90% of people unvaccinated that come in contact with measles will be infected. Dr Bryan Betty said it's one of the most contagious diseases known to man. He say…

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Full Show Podcast: 17 May 2025 1:56:42

13d ago1:56:42

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On the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for Saturday 16 May 2025, as many Naked Samoans as will fit in the studio crowd in to chat with Jack about getting the gang back together and on stage again for the New Zealand International Comedy Festival. Jack reflects on how far Auckland FC have come. Kate Hall is expanding her family and…

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Ruud Kleinpaste: Hibernatory Wasps 4:29

14d ago4:29

4:29

The Vespula group of invasive wasps are still active, but starting to show signs of slowly shutting up shop for the winter. Vespula germanica (German wasp) and Vespula vulgaris (common wasp) are the two species with no sense of humour in New Zealand. At this time of the year the action is all about the queens: the old queens (as well as the males a…

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Paul Stenhouse: Air taxis during the LA Olympic Games, TikTok's sleep aids, ChatGPT coding 4:21

14d ago4:21

4:21

How do you get around LA's terrible traffic? From the sky. It'll only be worse for the Olympics, so Archer will be the "official air taxi provider" for the LA28 Games. These look like a small plane, rather than a helicopter, and have a fixed wing with propellers on it that tilt. That means it can take off and land vertically like a helicopter and t…

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Tara Ward: Secrets We Keep, Duster, Homebound 3.0 5:22

14d ago5:22

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Secrets We Keep When her neighbour's au pair goes missing, Cecilie is compelled to personally investigate but as she uncovers the truth, her perfect world falls apart (Netflix). Duster Set in the Southwest in the 1970s, a getaway driver for a growing crime syndicate sees his life go from dangerous to wildly, stupidly, dangerous when a tenacious FBI…

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Ganesh Raj: Humble Yum Yum Fish Cakes 8:12

14d ago8:12

8:12

Feed 4 for under $20! One pot, one pan! (Makes 20) Prep time: 15 mins Cook time: 15 mins Ingredients: 500 G Basa Fish (Frozen Fish Fillets Basa) 4 tbsp red curry paste ( Exotic Food Asian Red Curry Paste) 1 egg ¼ cup corn flour 8 green beans (chopped into ½ cm pieces) (Supermarket own green beans) 1.5 tbsp fish sauce or soy sauce 1.5 tbsp lime or l…

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Francesca Rudkin: The Salt Path, Final Destination Bloodlines 8:18

14d ago8:18

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The Salt Path A couple lose their home and later discover that the husband has been diagnosed with a terminal illness as they embark on a year-long coastal trek. Final Destination Bloodlines Plagued by a violent and recurring nightmare, a college student heads home to track down the one person who might be able to break the cycle of death and save …

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Jack Tame: Auckland FC's hustling has paid off 4:50

14d ago4:50

4:50

210 days ago, I was blinking into the sun at Go Media Stadium as Auckland FC strode out onto the pitch for their first-ever A-League game. The club was owned by a billionaire and the team’s style of play wasn’t immediately alluring – the very first goal in the club’s professional history came courtesy of an opposition player. I knew about two of th…

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Can Mathematics Fuel Creativity? With Marcus du Sautoy (Part Two) 38:00

15d ago38:00

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From the earliest stone circles to Mozart’s obsession with numbers to the radically modern architecture of Zaha Hadid, maths and creativity are interwoven across time and space. Whether we are searching for meaning in an abstract painting or finding patterns in poetry, there are blueprints everywhere: symmetry, prime numbers, the golden ratio and m…

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Can Mathematics Fuel Creativity? With Marcus du Sautoy (Part One) 38:44

17d ago38:44

38:44

From the earliest stone circles to Mozart’s obsession with numbers to the radically modern architecture of Zaha Hadid, maths and creativity are interwoven across time and space. Whether we are searching for meaning in an abstract painting or finding patterns in poetry, there are blueprints everywhere: symmetry, prime numbers, the golden ratio and m…

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What Can Ancient Civilisations Teach Us About Survival? With Lizzie Wade 46:22

19d ago46:22

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What if apocalypse isn’t the end of the world - but a chance to remake it? On today’s episode we’re joined by science journalist Lizzie Wade to explore Apocalypse, her bold new book about how catastrophe has shaped humanity’s past and can forge more just futures. Drawing on archaeology and anthropology, Wade reframes collapse not as destruction but…

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What Can The Stoics Teach Us About Capitalism? 44:31

20d ago44:31

44:31

In this episode of Intelligence Squared, financier, philanthropist, and author Robert Rosenkranz joins host Bill Browder for a thought-provoking conversation on how ancient wisdom can power modern achievement. Drawing from his latest book, The Stoic Capitalist, Rosenkranz explores how Stoic philosophy—rooted in ideas from 300 BC—can be applied to c…

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Mike Yardley: Five-star dining destinations in London 9:52

20d ago9:52

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Mike Yardley’s on an adventure in London, experiencing luxury hotels and five star dining experiences. He joined Jack Tame to delve into some of his top destination dining picks. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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John Dew: New Zealand Archbishop on Robert Prevost being named as Pope 16:55

20d ago16:55

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New Zealand's catholic leader says Pope Francis' legacy will live on under the church's new leader. 69-year-old Robert Prevost was elected the new pontiff after the fourth ballot of the conclave yesterday, taking the name Leo XIV. He is the first Pope from the United States and the first from the Augustinian order of the church. New Zealand Archbis…

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Kevin Milne: An update on advice given nearly 20 years ago 6:38

20d ago6:38

6:38

Kevin Milne recently received an email, passed on by Jack Tame, about advice he gave on the show 18 years ago. He said that parents should buy an exercise book, tie a pencil to it and write in even the little highlights of their kids growing up. The listener did just that, giving his son a book filled with special moments and memories on his 21st b…

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Estelle Clifford: Chaos in the CBD - A Deeper Life 6:29

20d ago6:29

6:29

After a decade of making music, Chaos in the CBD has finally released their debut album. ‘A Deeper Life’ is a labour of love from brothers Louis and Ben Helliker-Hale, a house album that pays tribute to their lives growing up in Aotearoa. Estelle Clifford joined Jack Tame to give her thoughts on the release. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener…

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Dougal Sutherland: What are children being exposed to online? 8:01

20d ago8:01

8:01

The internet is filled with a wide array of things – more than any one person could experience in their entire life. However, as the internet has developed, spaces dedicated to children have been eroded – gone are the days of Club Penguin and flash games, replaced with adult and advertiser friendly spaces. What this has resulted in is the exposure …

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Catherine Raynes: Careless People and My Name is Emilia del Valle 4:30

20d ago4:30

4:30

Careless People by Sarah Wynn-Williams From trips on private jets and encounters with world leaders to shocking accounts of misogyny and double standards behind the scenes, this searing memoir exposes both the personal and the political fallout when unfettered power and a rotten company culture take hold. In a gripping and often absurd narrative wh…

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Full Show Podcast: 10 May 2025 1:56:58

20d ago1:56:58

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On the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for Saturday 10 May 2025, fresh from the conclave, New Zealand's Cardinal John Dew joins Jack to discuss his part in the process of selecting Pope Leo XIV. Jack considers the rare instances when the world's eyes all rest on the same place. Mother's Day is sorted with Nici Wickes' delicious No…

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Cameron Douglas: Neudorf Tiritiri Pinot Gris 4:48

21d ago4:48

4:48

Wine: Neudorf Tiritiri Pinot Gris RRP – $27.00 From the Moutere Hills in Nelson. The Wine: A semi-aromatic variety, this PG delivers scents of Asian pears and red apple. There’s a natural white spice, almost pepper-like and a distinctive mineral quality. Satin smooth texture on the palate, juicy fleshy, ripe and delicious. Medium(ish) weighted and …

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Ruud Kleinpaste: Queries about cluster flies in houses 3:35

21d ago3:35

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A common problem in our homes, especially in the cooler areas of Aotearoa: gazillions of flies settling into your spare room, on the ceiling of a quiet place, or in the roof cavity. The flies arrive at your place in autumn and find a good spot to hibernate – just like they do in their countries of origin: Sweden, Finland, Netherlands, Germany, the …

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