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LikedWe’ve turned intuition into a buzzword—flattened it into a slogan, a gut feeling, or a vague whisper we don’t always know how to hear. But what if intuition is so much more? What if it's one of the most powerful tools we have—and we’ve just forgotten how to use it? In this episode, I’m joined by Hrund Gunnsteinsdóttir , Icelandic thought leader, filmmaker, and author of InnSæi: Icelandic Wisdom for Turbulent Times . Hrund has spent over 20 years studying and teaching the science and art of intuition through her TED Talk, Netflix documentary (InnSæi: The Power of Intuition), and global work on leadership, innovation, and inner knowing. Together, we explore what intuition really is (hint: not woo-woo), how to cultivate it in a culture obsessed with logic and overthinking, and why your ability to listen to yourself might be the most essential skill you can develop. In This Episode, We Cover: ✅ Why we’ve misunderstood intuition—and how to reclaim it ✅ Practical ways to strengthen your intuitive muscle ✅ What Icelandic wisdom teaches us about inner knowing ✅ How to use intuition during uncertainty and decision-making ✅ Why trusting yourself is an act of rebellion (and power) Intuition isn’t magic—it’s a deep, internal guidance system that already exists inside you. The question is: are you listening? Connect with Hrund: Website: www.hrundgunnsteinsdottir.com TedTalk: https://www.ted.com/talks/hrund_gunnsteinsdottir_listen_to_your_intuition_it_can_help_you_navigate_the_future?utm_campaign=tedspread&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=tedcomshare Newsletter: https://hrundgunnsteinsdottir.com/blog/ LI: www.linkedin.com/in/hrundgunnsteinsdottir IG: https://www.instagram.com/hrundgunnsteinsdottir/ Book: InnSæi: Icelandic Wisdom for Turbulent Times Related Podcast Episodes: How To Breathe: Breathwork, Intuition and Flow State with Francesca Sipma | 267 VI4P - Know Who You Are (Chapter 4) Gentleness: Cultivating Compassion for Yourself and Others with Courtney Carver | 282 Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! 🔗 Subscribe & Review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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The creativity of Kiwi musicians is being recognised this month.
The Taite Music Prize is being awarded next week, the purpose of which is to recognise outstanding creativity for an entire collection of music contained on one album.
80 albums were nominated this year, of which only ten made the cut to be finalists.
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1 Estelle Clifford: This is not what I had in mind - Mitch James 7:50
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedAfter 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 album. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Catherine Raynes: The Book of Guilt and Nightshade 4:11
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe 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 'exiled' to a low-key post, policing rustic Catalina Island, after department politics drove him off a homicide desk on the mainland. But while following up the usual drunk-and-disorderlies and petty thefts that come with his new territory, Detective Stilwell gets a report of a body found wrapped in plastic and weighed down at the bottom of the harbour. Crossing all lines of protocol and jurisdiction, he starts doggedly working the case. Soon, his investigation uncovers closely guarded secrets and a dark heart to the serene island that was meant to be his escape from the evils of the big city. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Mike Yardley: Regenerative tourism in Glenorchy 8:14
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThis 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.
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1 Dr Dougal Sutherland: clinical psychologist reveals how to deal with workplace bullying 7:25
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedLast 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 least monthly in the workplace. Clinical psychologist Dougal Sutherland unpacked the numbers - and offered up some tips as to how it can be dealt with. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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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 island predator-free so that these birds (and other species) could be introduced. And last week, it happened… Ten birds (some the size of a moa!) were carefully taken from a nearby island (Pōnui) and shipped by barge to Waiheke. Pōnui got its kiwi (14 of them) in 1964 and these birds thrived there on the farm and in some forested areas, resulting in a current estimate of 1500 birds. (a huge density!) The Chamberlin family looked after them well and allowed Save the Kiwi to muster the first lot of birds and take these to Waiheke. It was a huge event with all the important organisations present: Save the Kiwi, Ngāti Pāoa, Ngāi Tai ki Tāmaki, Te Korowai o Waiheke, DOC, the Pōnui Island Landowners and, of course, the volunteers as well as a heap of primary school kids. The community made this translocation possible, Mana Whenua celebrated the momentous occasion and hundreds of people arrived to be part of this event. Over the past few years I have been visiting the Waiheke schools and suggested that the main job for the kids is to keep an eye on people walking around with their dogs. These dogs should be on a lead, no matter their size or cuteness. In an urban area, dogs are the most dangerous animals for kiwi - just one paw on the back of a kiwi is enough to cause internal damage to the bird. Even a gentle, friendly dog's playful nudge is all it takes to break a kiwi's rib bones and puncture their lungs. (A kiwi doesn’t fly, therefore they have no keel that holds the rib bones together!) The Waiheke Kids are simply the advocates for responsible dog ownership: “keep them on a lead!!” The kids were also quite innovative in designing the birds’ new “release burrows” This shows that Environmental Education has become “cross curricular”, with not just biology and science, but also covering creative writing, story-telling and art David Chamberlin (Pōnui Island landowner) revealed the most wonderful experiences of kiwi on their island: “They sometimes wandered into the houses, and made their presence known by putting their beaks through the courgettes”… “They walked over us as we have been sleeping outside and they were our alarm clocks at the wrong time of the day”… These translocations are really inspirational and wonderful - and I don’t know if you have followed this trend, but it’s happening more and more: Wellington, Taranaki, Nelson…. Imagine a return of kiwi everywhere! (Save the Kiwi have this motto: We're on a mission to take kiwi from endangered to everywhere) Then driven to Te Matuku peninsula, a quiet forest with perfect conditions to recover from the journey and find food. In the end, the birds were carefully released in the beautiful burrows. They were heard calling the next day at 6pm, indicating they were happy and went about their business in normal fashion. I reckon they’ll be just fine there, for the next 30 or 40 years of their life. LISTEN ABOVE Pōnui kiwi destined for Waiheke Walking the kiwi to the marae JTBirds were briefly shown to the Waiheke audience by Save the Kiwi Trainers Emma and WillThen driven to Te Matuku peninsula, a quiet forest with perfect conditions to recover from the journey and find food.Kiwi released in forest evening See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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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 becoming means tested opens the door to superannuation getting the same treatment. Tom Cruise has delivered the 8 th and final instalment in the decades-long Mission Impossible franchise - Francesca Rudkin reveals her thoughts on the nearly-three-hour epic. And, Ruud Kleinpaste shares his efforts in the collaborative work to get kiwi back on Waiheke Island. Get the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast every Saturday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Lisa Dudson: finance expert on the Government's new changes to KiwiSaver 5:00
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn 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 rate, however, will reduce by half, from 50c for each dollar a member contributes to 25c, from July 1 this year. In addition, those earning over $180,000 will no longer receive a Government contribution. Finance expert Lisa Dudson says these changes will help people build up more for their retirements and first home deposits - but there's concerns as to how it will impact low-income earners. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Paul Stenhouse: Apple's design guru is set to work with OpenAI full time 5:14
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedJohnny 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 OpenAI, but Ive won't be. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Tara Ward: Sirens, Nine Perfect Strangers, Stanley Tucci in Italy 4:42
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedSirens - (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 gain respite from their lives. Tucci In Italy - (Disney+) Academy Award nominee Stanley Tucci travels across Italy, discovering the history, secrets, and delights of the country's regional cuisines. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Leki Jackson-Bourke and Justice Kalolo: award-winning playwright and emerging dancer on Black Grace celebrating 30 years 13:30
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedNew 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 emerging dancer Justice Kalolo joined Jack Tame to discuss the project. "I think people will kinda get the themes we're trying to work with - without giving the show away too much. But there's something that's relatable to everyone who comes to watch." LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Rosa Flanagan: Two Raw Sisters expert shares Halloumi Orzo Tray Bake recipe 4:26
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedHalloumi 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: 4 Time: 50 minutes 1 eggplant, cut into pieces 1 leek, sliced widthways 1 red onion, diced 180g cherry tomatoes, cut in half 3 cloves garlic, crushed and roughly chopped 3 tbsp oil 1 tsp sea salt 400g can of chopped tomatoes 3/4 cup water 3/4 cup orzo 250g halloumi (half cut into cubes and the other half grated) To Serve: 1/2 cup herbs, roughly chopped 2 tbsp tahini Method: Preheat the oven to 220C. Add the eggplant, leek, red onion, cherry tomatoes and garlic to a heat proof dish or pan- we used a skillet. Drizzle over the oil and sprinkle over the sea salt. Toss everything together and place in the oven to cook for 30 minutes. Remove the dish or pan from the oven and add the tomatoes, water, orzo and the halloumi cubes. Gently toss everything together, then lastly sprinkle over the grated halloumi. Place back into the oven to cook for another 20 minutes. Remove from the oven once the 20 minutes is up and the halloumi is golden and melted. Before serving, top the bake with herbs and drizzle over the tahini. Any leftovers will keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Francesca Rudkin: entertainment correspondent discusses Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning and Fountain of Youth 8:41
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedMission 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 follow clues on an adventure that will change their lives and possibly lead to immortality. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Andrew Saville: Can Auckland FC keep up the momentum? 5:47
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedAuckland 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 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Kevin Milne: Celebrating the power of a surname 8:08
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedChristchurch 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.
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1 Jack Tame: Should superannuation be means-tested too? 4:28
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIt’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 Zealand. The main reason we find ourselves with a vast infrastructure deficit is because for decades, heaps of local councils haven’t properly invested to maintain the pipes. Why didn’t they invest? Simple. Investment takes money and money means rates. And with woeful levels of engagement with local body elections, big rates increases and pledges to spend millions on water infrastructure that no one could see or appreciate weren’t exactly vote-winners. Councillors who wanted to be re-elected have been incentivised to defer spending for the future. Someone else’s problem. Predictably, of course, it snowballed. I think we risk the same thing with the aging population and the future of superannuation in New Zealand. We know that in a few short years, as more baby-boomers retire, the cost for superannuation combined with the impact of an older population on the health system is going to massively increase pressure on the Government books. Treasury has been warning about it for ages. There are going to be fewer of us of working age supporting more of us who are retired. And yet since the advent of KiwiSaver, there have been very few big steps to address the fast-approaching meteorite. I’m pleased to see the Government move on Kiwisaver contributions in the Budget this week. It’s well overdue in my opinion, and although it’ll be a burden for a lot of businesses in the short term, I’d personally support steps that encouraged a greater rate of retirement saving in the future. It occurs to me that a massively underrated component in the Australia vs New Zealand equation is superannuation. Saving for super is compulsory in Australia. But not only are wages higher across the ditch, in six weeks, the compulsory employer rate goes to 12%. I’m not suggesting we instantly introduce a 12% rate here – businesses would be driven into the ground. But it’s interesting to note that in Australia, for most workers, the tax on employer contributions is much lower than that in New Zealand. In the next few decades, Australians are set to retire with hundreds of thousands of dollars more than their New Zealand counterparts. I turn 65 in 27 years. I have no expectation that superannuation in its current form will exist by the time I get there. I have a sense of fatalism about the whole thing. It feels inevitable that I’ll be paying for older generations to enjoy universal super, only for the settings to finally change once I’m on the home straight to 65. I do find one thing about the Government’s move this week particularly curious. They’ve opened the door to means-testing KiwiSaver. Those who earn more than $180,000 won’t receive the Government contribution. I don’t claim to know what the best solution is. But there will be many working New Zealanders wondering, this week... if means-testing KiwiSaver benefits is acceptable, why shouldn’t superannuation be means-tested too? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Naked Samoans: Comedy Group on their 27 year career, return to live comedy with 'The Last Temptation of the Naked Samoans' 14:48
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe 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 Temptation of the Naked Samoans. David, Shimpal, Robbie, and Mario piled into the ZB studio with Jack Tame, setting a record for the most guests squeezed in for an interview. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Estelle Clifford: Jenny Mitchell - Forest House 5:09
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like Liked‘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 on the release, as well as a personal anecdote. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Catherine Raynes: The CIA Book Club and The Names 4:41
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe 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 physical combat would take place along this frontier: the risk of nuclear annihilation was too high for that. Instead, the conflict would be fought in the psychological sphere. It was a battle for hearts, minds and intellects. No one understood this more clearly than George Minden, the head of a covert intelligence operation known as the ‘CIA books programme’, which aimed to win the Cold War with literature. From its Manhattan headquarters, Minden’s global CIA ‘book club’ would infiltrate millions of banned titles into the Eastern Bloc, written by a vast and eclectic list of authors, including Hannah Arendt and Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn, George Orwell and Agatha Christie. Volumes were smuggled on trucks and aboard yachts, dropped from balloons, and hidden in the luggage of hundreds of thousands of individual travellers. Once inside Soviet bloc, each book would circulate secretly among dozens of like-minded readers, quietly turning them into dissidents. Latterly, underground print shops began to reproduce the books, too. By the late 1980s, illicit literature in Poland was so pervasive that the system of communist censorship broke down, and the Iron Curtain soon followed. Charlie English tells this true story of spycraft, smuggling and secret printing operations for the first time, highlighting the work of a handful of extraordinary people who risked their lives to stand up to the intellectual strait-jacket Stalin created. People like Miroslaw Chojecki, an underground Polish publisher who endured beatings, force-feeding and exile in service of this mission. And Minden, the CIA’s mastermind, who didn’t waver in his belief that truth, culture, and diversity of thought could help free the ‘captive nations’ of Eastern Europe. This is a story about the power of the printed word as a means of resistance and liberation. Books, it shows, can set you free. The Names by Florence Knapp Tomorrow - if morning comes, if the storm stops raging - Cora will register the name of her son. Or perhaps, and this is her real concern, she'll formalise who he will become. It is 1987, and in the aftermath of a great storm, Cora sets out with her nine-year-old daughter to register the birth of her son. Her husband intends for her to follow a long-standing family tradition and call the baby after him. But when faced with the decision, Cora hesitates. Going against his wishes is a risk that will have consequences, but is it right for her child to inherit his name from generations of domineering men? The choice she makes in this moment will shape the course of their lives. Seven years later, her son is Bear, a name chosen by his sister, and one that will prove as cataclysmic as the storm from which it emerged. Or he is Julian, the name his mother set her heart on, believing it will enable him to become his own person. Or he is Gordon, named after his father and raised in his cruel image - but is there still a chance to break the mould? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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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.
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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 “final frontier” sense of escapism as it threads its way through South Westland’s primeval forests. The route had long been used by Māori warriors and greenstone (pounamu) gatherers, as they traversed the Main Divide." Read Mike's full article here . LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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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 ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Dr Bryan Betty: Doctor on the infectiousness of measles after a case was reported in Auckland 6:13
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like Liked78 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 says Covid has a reproduction number of 2-3 and influenza is 1.3, so measles sitting at 12 to 18 is completely off the scale. Betty says people should limit their movements. He says if people think they have measles, they should ring their medical centre for advice as they risk spreading the disease if they turn up to their medical centre. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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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 Jack asks the big sustainability question on everybody's mind – what will she do about nappies? Dr Bryan Betty expresses concern around the recent measles outbreak. And tech expert Paul Stenhouse dishes the details on the "official air taxi provider" for the LA 2028 Olympic Games. Get the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast every Saturday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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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 and old workers) are facing the end of their lives, and the brand-new queens are preparing for hibernation. For new queens that means mating in May – after that she can find a nice spot to hibernate till mid-September. I usually find them in stored firewood, nice dark nooks and crannies. This is also the time when most active wasp nests die – early winter. Most, but not all! Some nests (around 5-10%) survive the winter and grow bigger and bigger during the following year – a couple of meters in size with a million cells. Now, that is a decent method of production of babies and adults. A nest that survives the winter has the advantage of carrying on without requiring the construction of a new nest. During May, young queens go on the look out for a hibernation site. During winter that will be a very quiet place (until you come cross that afore mentioned firewood stash in the shed). Overwintering Vespula Queens In spring, when temperatures become a little more agreeable, the queens will leave the hibernation spot and try locate some sustenance in the form of early-flowering plants with nectar. This will start the early-season cycle off – finding a small nest site and starting a brand-new nest is the very first priority. Chewing wood to create a version of paper mâché is a clever way the wasps produce cells where the larvae (young immature wasps) can live for 30 to 45 days, initially fed by the queen (later by the workers as the nest grows larger). Wasp chewing wood to masticate into cells. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Paul Stenhouse: Air taxis during the LA Olympic Games, TikTok's sleep aids, ChatGPT coding 4:21
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedHow 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 then transition into forward flight like a plane. These are all electric piloted air taxis, designed to carry up to four passengers and their luggage. The goal is to have these up and running by 2026, then expand the "LA Network" to include the key Olympic sites and transport hubs for the 2028 games. VIPs, athletes, and spectators will be able to take the flights, and they'll provide support for security teams too. They say they will be able to replace one-to-two-hour drives with 10–20 minute electric flights that are 100x quieter than a helicopter. TikTok wants kids to sleep It's so easy to get stuck in a TikTok hole – where does the time go?! Now, after 10pm, kids under 18 will get a reminder that they've been scrolling and even get prompted to take some guided meditation with relaxing music. If you're over 18, you'll be able to toggle it on too - you can select “Sleep Hours” from the Screen Time settings. OpenAI is looking to buy a software coding tool for $3 billion The ChatGPT maker has unveiled a dedicated coding assistant called Codex which is included in the $200 a month plan. Clearly it thinks there is a future for these kinds of tools because it's looking at purchasing a company already offering that service, Windsurf, for $3 billion. Programmers are rapidly embracing AI. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Tara Ward: Secrets We Keep, Duster, Homebound 3.0 5:22
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedSecrets 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 agent comes to town (Neon). Homebound 3.0 A second season of the charming New Zealand rom com about two 30 somethings who pretend to fall in love to stop their families from interfering in their lives (ThreeNow) . LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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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 lemon juice ½ cup chopped coriander stems (save the leaves) 2 cups grated Cucumber (leave it in the bowl so the juices come out) 4 tbsp Sweet Chilli Sauce Hot Cooking Oil *Cooked rice for 4 people Method: Make sure the fish is well defrosted. Leaving it overnight in the fridge is best. It needs to be soft enough to work with. In a bowl, combine the fish, curry paste, fish or soy sauce, coriander stems, lemon or lime juice and the egg. If you have a food processor, use that that to blend everything up. If not, get in there with a fork or a potato masher and get it as fine a paste as you can. Add the corn flour and chopped green beans to mix and combine well. Heat the oil, in a pan, over a medium heat. 4-5 tbsp should be fine depending on the pan you use. Take a tablespoon of the mix and lay it down on the oil. Fashion the fish cakes into 1.5-inch discs that are about 1 cm high. Fry the fish cakes in the oil till then turn golden brown on each side. When finished, place them on paper towels to cool. Repeat till all the fish is cooked. Drain the water from the grated cucumber. Combine with the Sweet Chilli sauce and chopped coriander leaves. Set aside. Bowl up your rice, load up with fish cakes, drizzle with sauce, and you’re ready to smash it. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Francesca Rudkin: The Salt Path, Final Destination Bloodlines 8:18
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe 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 her family from the grisly demise that inevitably awaits them all. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Jack Tame: Auckland FC's hustling has paid off 4:50
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like Liked210 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 the players and had to keep cross-checking the action on the pitch with my gameday programme. Upon reflection, there were plenty of reasons why Auckland FC might not have taken off with fans quite as they have. And yet here we are, seven months on, in the semi-finals of the A-League. The crunchy end of the season for the team that has consistently drawn the biggest crowds in the competition. I can confirm I’ve crossed a sporting threshold this season. As much as I love the Crusaders, Auckland FC in my sporting priority each and every week. I’ve talked before about how the club really nailed the matchday experience. And let’s not kid ourselves and imagine the season would have been quite the same if they hadn’t been winning. But given they started from nothing, it’s also notable the extent to which the club has actively tried to build and nurture a fanbase. It cannot be easy to snap your fingers and try to build a culture and fanbase overnight. But the club has held however many meet-and-greets. They’ve had an enduring outreach programme with local football clubs. They ‘ve held training days for kids and even made an appearance at my mate’s local school fete last weekend. They’ve had autograph sessions and sponsor gigs and even shipped the regular season trophy around corporate offices in downtown Auckland – including this one! As an organisation, Auckland FC has hustled. And I think the same attitude permeates into their style of play. The players run hard. They try hard. And it’s paid off however many times this season when the team has scored a goal in the dying seconds of a game to snatch a draw or even a win. I read an interview at the start of the season in which the players talked about their backgrounds. Apart from the captain, Hiroki Sakai, no one was a big league superstar, and honestly, they knew it. They were professional footballers, sure. But no one was signing perfume deals and earning half a million bucks a week. They had everything still to prove and the only way to do it was through graft. By the nature of an inaugural season, everything Auckland FC has done this year has been a first. But knock-out football is a different kind of pressure. It’s a home-and-away semi, of course, with the away leg first. Part of me feels a bit anxious about that. Was it really in our interests to have a full week off before getting up for a critical match in opposition territory? Sport can be glorious, and sport can be cruel. Winning the Premier’s Plate does not guarantee anything at this stage of the season. But like so many others, in a few short months, I’ve come to feel a deep affinity for this team. I now know the respective club histories of players who were effectively strangers in October. I know our defence is our greatest strength: Paulsen, Hall, Sakai, Smith, Pijnaker. That Louis Verstraete blends a technical finesse with an enthusiasm for a 50/50 physical challenge. That Francis de Vries will always whip in a ridiculously good delivery and Guillermo May is just waiting to lash it in with that left foot. I know how lucky we are to have had this season. How good it is for NZ football. And seven months since that first game, with the knock-out stages upon us, I know we can win. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Mike Yardley: Five-star dining destinations in London 9:52
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedMike 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.
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1 John Dew: New Zealand Archbishop on Robert Prevost being named as Pope 16:55
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedNew 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 Archbishop John Dew voted in the conclave, and says in the ten days of meetings leading up to the vote, they discussed what's needed in the church and the world today. He says everyone was saying while they can't have a copy of Pope Francis, his initiatives should continue. He told Jack Tame the new pope has been a natural fit. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Kevin Milne: An update on advice given nearly 20 years ago 6:38
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedKevin 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 birthday. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Estelle Clifford: Chaos in the CBD - A Deeper Life 6:29
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedAfter 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 for privacy information.…
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1 Dougal Sutherland: What are children being exposed to online? 8:01
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe 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 of generations of children and young people to harmful —sometimes outright illegal— content. The Classification Office recently released a report delving into what young people are exposed to online, speaking with ten different groups, ranging in age from 12-25. Dougal Sutherland unpacks the results, and the impact the exposure has had on young people. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Catherine Raynes: Careless People and My Name is Emilia del Valle 4:30
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedCareless 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 where a few people carelessly hold the world in their hands, this eye-opening memoir reveals what really goes on among the global elite. Sarah Wynn-Williams tells the wrenching but fun story of Facebook, mapping its rise from stumbling encounters with juntas to Mark Zuckerberg’s reaction when he learned of Facebook’s role in Trump’s election. She experiences the challenges and humiliations of working motherhood within a pressure cooker of a workplace, all while Sheryl Sandberg urges her and others to “lean in.” Careless People is a deeply personal account of why and how things have gone so horribly wrong in the past decade—told in a sharp, candid, and utterly disarming voice. A deep, unflinching look at the role that social media has assumed in our lives, Careless People reveals the truth about the leaders of Facebook: how the more power they grasp, the less responsible they become and the consequences this has for all of us. My Name is Emilia del Valle by Isabel Allende In San Francisco 1866, an Irish nun, left pregnant and abandoned following a torrid relationship with a Chilean aristocrat, gives birth to a daughter named Emilia Del Valle. Raised by a loving stepfather, Emilia grows into an independent thinker and a self-sufficient young woman. To pursue her passion for writing, she is willing to defy societal norms. At the age of sixteen, she begins to publish pulp fiction under a man’s pen name. When these fictional worlds can't contain her sense of adventure any longer, she turns to journalism, convincing an editor at the San Francisco Examiner to hire her. There she is paired with another talented reporter, Eric Whelan. As she proves herself, her restlessness returns, until an opportunity arises to cover a brewing civil war in Chile. She seizes it, along with Eric, and while there, begins to uncover the truth about her father and the country that represents her roots. But as the war escalates, Emilia finds herself in danger and at a crossroads, questioning both her identity and her destiny. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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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-fuss Sticky Buns . Bill Gates will go broke to make the earth better – tech expert Paul Stenhouse discusses the reality of Gates' campaign. And, Master Sommelier Cameron Douglas joins Jack from London at the Decanter World Wine Awards. Get the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast every Saturday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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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 lengthy on the finish. The Food: Whilst great on its own, this wine pairs well with starter courses like sashimi or Waldorf salad, and some lighter main courses like Flounder with fresh lemon or fettuccine with tomato, basil and prawns. The season: 2024 was an excellent year for most growers in NZ, and especially Nelson. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Ruud Kleinpaste: Queries about cluster flies in houses 3:35
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedA 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 UK, the USA, and Canada. Pollenia pediculata is the cluster fly species we discovered on the North Shore for the first time in 1984. It may have arrived in some containerised luggage or cargo (we were not sure when we found it), it’s now well-spread, often in the cooler spots of our country. It is quite a gorgeous fly species, with golden hairs on its back – easy to spot as it often sits quietly. Flies have just one pair of wings whereas other insect orders usually have two pairs of wings in the adult stage. The second pair of wings is turned into small “halteres”: modified hind wings that provides stability when in flight. Flies are real acrobats: they can fly up-side-down onto the ceiling Our cluster fly lives a peculiar life as a parasite of earthworms. The female fly lays eggs in dense grass habitats (paddocks and lawns) and often near or in earthworm tunnels. The larvae (aka "maggots") hatch, find themselves some way of getting into the soil (gaps around plants or through established earthworm tunnels) and gain entry into the body of an earthworm. Inside the worm it feeds on the internal body fluids and organs. Gross? Yep! But these flies do minimal damage to earthworm population densities. Most animals on the planet have "parasites" that can cause damage (humans have parasites too). In spring and summer, I often see them pollinating flowers (the name “Pollenia” is a nice indicator!). When temperatures get cooler in autumn, the cluster flies usually look for a suitable hibernation place: holes in the ground, under bark of trees, under mulch layers, etc. But if there’s a nice warm human house nearby, they will try to gain entry – by the thousands! They crawl through small holes (ill-fitting window frames, etc) and mark their entry by leaving a residue of pheromone scent – this means that other Pollenia flies simply follow the trail and join the others. The pheromone is rather sticky and smells somewhat of Buckwheat honey (hence the name buckwheat fly in the USA). Cluster flies are not of medicinal importance (like some blowflies) but are hard to remove due to their messy pheromones. Best “prevention” is to ensure there are no entrance holes around the home. A very residual aerosol can (available from SafeWorx – safety company) sprayed at the flies’ entry and exit holes, will stop them from getting inside. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Poker Face Charlie Cale, a casino employee, has an exceptional ability to detect lies. She drives around the country and begins to solve cases of random individuals she meets on the road (TVNZ+). Suspect: The Shooting of Jean Charles De Menezes In London, July 2005, police hunt a rogue terrorist cell. An extraordinary series of events during a surveillance operation leads to the misidentification of an innocent young Brazilian as a suspect, resulting in his fatal shooting. As his relatives battle misinformation, they find support from an unlikely source, and the Met is plunged into crisis, forced to confront hard-truths about the shooting (Disney+). Long Way Home Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman get on their refurbished bike and travel from Ewan's home in Scotland to Charley's home in England; they take a two-month-long route, passing through the Arctic Circle and continental Europe (Apple TV+). LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Paul Stenhouse: Bill Gates' plan to donate fortune by 2045, Fortnite's attempting to get back on the apple store 4:02
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedBill Gates will go broke to make the earth better The Microsoft founder says he plans to give away 99% of his vast fortune over the next 20 years. In a blog post, he wrote that he will not die rich. He cited Andrew Carnegie’s line: “The man who dies thus rich dies disgraced.” His foundation will close its doors permanently on December 31st, 2045. Before that it will be spending down its endowment, as well as almost all of Gates’s remaining personal fortune. The Gates Foundation has spent $100 billion towards its health and development mission and plans to spend another $200 billion. The foundation is credited with eradicating Polo from Africa. Today, wild polio is found only in Afghanistan and Pakistan. It's helped reduce childhood deaths from 10 million a year, to five million a year. The goals for the next 20 years: No mum, child or baby dies of a preventable cause. The next generation grows up in a world without deadly infectious disease. Bring hundreds of millions of additional people out of poverty and put more countries on a path to prosperity. Fortnite is trying to get back on the Apple App Store But will Apple allow it? It's submitted the app for Apple's review over four years after it was pulled. Epic Games has made a peace offering with Apple that if the company complies with the court's recent ruling to end the "Apple Tax", it will drop its litigation. The Apple Tax has forced app developers to use the App Store's payments system, and only the App Stores payment system, which then takes up to 30% of the revenue. Developers couldn't even link to a website on the signup page which would allow off-platform account creation and payment. Epic challenged Apple on this, with the court ruling it a monopoly. No surprise, Apple disagrees with the decision. Why? Because billions of dollars are at stake. Apple's lawyers wrote, "A federal court cannot force Apple to permanently give away free access to its products and services, including intellectual property”. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Francesca Rudkin: Another Simple Favor and The Wedding Banquet 8:34
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedAnother Simple Favor Stephanie Smothers agrees to travel to Italy to be the maid of honour for the devious and cunning Emily Nelson. However, she soon suspects Emily's good will is part of an elaborate plan for revenge. The Wedding Banquet Hoping to stay in the country, a gay man proposes a green card marriage to a female friend in exchange for paying for her IVF treatment. However, things soon get complicated when his grandmother surprises them with plans for an extravagant Korean wedding banquet. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Nici Wickes: No-fuss Sticky Buns for Mother’s Day 6:07
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThis is one of the simplest and quickest sticky bun recipes I know, and the buns are top notch. Makes 8-10 large buns Ingredients Syrup ½ cup brown sugar 3 big tablespoons butter 4 tablespoons maple syrup Dough 1 cup warmed milk 2 teaspoons active yeast granules 1 teaspoon sugar 3 cups plain flour ½ teaspoon salt 1 large egg 100g butter, softened Filling 2 tablespoons butter - melted 1/3 cup brown sugar 3 teaspoons each cinnamon and mixed spice 1 cup walnut pieces, chopped roughly Method Line a 23cm cake tin with baking paper, making sure it comes up the sides. Melt brown sugar, butter and maple syrup and simmer for 1 minute. Pour half of this into the base of the lined tin. In a small jug stir the yeast and warm milk and sugar together and leaving to froth for 5 minutes. In a large bowl whisk together the flour and salt. Whisk together frothy yeast mix and egg and pour this into the dry ingredients. Mix together with a knife until combined to a sticky dough. Add in butter a tablespoon at a time and keep mixing until it’s incorporated. Turn out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5 minutes until it is shiny and smooth. This can also be done in a mixer with a kneading attachment too. Leave to rise until doubled in size – about 60 minutes. To assemble buns: Roll out dough to a 20x30 rectangle. Brush with melted butter then sprinkle over sugar, spices and ¾ of the walnuts. Starting from the long side furthest away from you and roll up, bringing it towards you. Use a sharp knife or, my preferred technique, dental floss or thread (see note) to cut into nine equal portions. Place in lined tin, evenly spaced to allow for expansion, cut side up. Leave to rise in a warm place until doubled in size – about 45-60 minutes. Preheat oven to 190 C fan bake. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown. Remove buns from oven and let settle for a few minutes before turning out onto a serving dish or board. Peel off paper to reveal the syrupy buns! To serve, top with remaining syrup and walnuts. Eat up! Nici’s note: Dental floss, or cotton, makes a great cutting tool when making these buns. Slide a length of thread under your dough, wrap it around the top and quickly pull it tight. The floss/thread should cut cleanly and easily right through the dough. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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The centre of the world. It’s a funny concept, really, because on a planet with 8 billion people, the world’s attention never settles on any one event or thing for much more than a moment. Most of the time you would probably argue that the world’s attention is divided and scattered. It takes an historic moment, something really big, truly significant, to hone those 8 billion sets of eyes to one point. And to be there in person, to actually experience it for yourself is to be an eyewitness to history. I met a guy who was on his OE in Europe in 1989 when he woke up one morning and heard maybe something was stirring. He hustled to a train and ended up with his photograph in the New York Times, tearing down the Berlin Wall. Truthfully, I can’t compete with that. But by the nature of my job, I guess I’ve been fortunate to witness some reasonably significant events, first hand. I sat there as Pope Francis addressed the General Assembly of the United Nations. I’ve seen Presidential inaugurations, Obama speaking on the mall. I was there in the room in 2016 when Donald Trump strode into a Philadelphia arena and formally accepted the Republican nomination for President of the United States. Something tells me that despite our geographic isolation, New Zealanders are good at sniffing out big historic moments. It could be a regal one – a royal wedding of a funeral? It can be a tragic event like witnessing the 9/11 attacks. Sport can be a good one. I saw Leo Messi score for Argentina at the opening game of the 2014 Football World Cup. That was special. And I was sitting on the finish line when Usain Bolt won the 100m at the Rio Olympic Games. Sometimes it takes luck. Sometimes it takes money. And sometimes it takes an exclusive kind of privilege that almost none of us will ever have. Take a papal conclave. There might be 1.4 billion Catholics on the planet, but only those cardinals who were in the room will ever truly know what it was like to be a part of that conclave. Just being outside in St Peters Square would be an incredible experience; the moment everyone saw the white smoke. But just imagine being inside. If you were to divide the number of followers worldwide by every man in that room, there are more than ten million Catholics for each individual cardinal. But only those cardinals will know what it’s like to be there in person, to see the votes tallied, to hear the new Pope choose a name. The world’s attention might have been focused on the Vatican, waiting for the smoke, but for this moment, only a tiny few were there. 133 eyewitnesses to a moment in history. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Ben Macintyre: Author on writing, The Siege, the Auckland Writer's Festival 14:53
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedBen Macintyre captivates readers with true stories. He expertly unravels complex historical events, explaining sharp subplots and side characters while artfully deploying dry humour to make the true stories he tells digestible. His most recent non-fiction work is The Siege – a story of how in April 1980, six men stormed the Iranian embassy in London and took 26 hostages they held for six days. Macintyre told Jack Tame he was 17 when the situation took place, and since that point he’d always wanted to write about it. “It was the most dramatic thing I’d ever seen on television,” he said. “It was one of those stories that entered mythology very quickly – it became a sort of story of, sort of SAS daring do, and kind of you know, fighting against the odds, and you know, the story itself is much more complicated than that.” “I've really enjoyed writing this one.” Macintyre is coming to New Zealand for the Auckland Writer’s Festival, delving into his work at three different events across the festival. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Prominent businessman, author and former politician Sir Bob Jones has died in Wellington after a brief illness - aged 85. Jones formed the New Zealand Party in 1983, which stood for 10 years. He received a knighthood in 1989 for services to business management and the community. Kevin Milne told Jack Tame he will be remembered as a terrific writer. He says Wellington already feels all the more grey for his passing. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Estelle Clifford: Sir Dave Dobbyn's one off show at Auckland Town Hall 6:58
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedOne of New Zealand’s most treasured musical acts, Sir Dave Dobbyn, will perform at Auckland Town Hall, the first time he has hit the stage there solo. The 68-year-old has previously performed at the prestigious venue with his band Th’ Dudes, but has never showcased his own set. That will change on June 4, when he and his touring band look to cover songs from his 45-year recording career. Announced as part of the Auckland Winter Concert Series lineup, Dobbyn and his band will perform everything from his celebrated anthems to “an extraordinary catalogue of deeper cuts”. Estelle Clifford joined Jack Tame to discuss the event. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Catherine Raynes: The Good Mistress and The Other People 3:16
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe Good Mistress by Anne Tiernan Juliet never planned to be the other woman, but Rory was the only man she'd ever loved. She was sure he'd leave his frustratingly perfect wife - until he went and ghosted her, literally. Maeve is a bestselling novelist, and yet between her exasperating husband, teenage sons and ailing mother, success feels hollow. When she dallies in a surprising infidelity of her own, her carefully constructed life begins to unravel. Erica was the perfect wife, but Rory knew things about her that no-one else can ever know. And now she's left with a question she doesn't want the answer to: had she lost Rory long before he died? As three women's lives collide, they must reconcile the realities of love, betrayal and the limits of forgiveness - because what does it truly mean to be 'good', anyway? The Other People by C.B. Everett Ten strangers. An old dark house. A killer picking them off one by one. And a missing girl who’s running out of time… And then there was one. Ten strangers wake up inside an old, locked house. They have no recollection of how they got there. In order to escape, they have to solve the disappearance of a young woman. But a killer also stalks the halls of the house and soon the body count starts to rise. Who are these strangers? Why were they chosen? Why would someone want to kill them? And who—or what—lurks in the cellar? Forget what you think you know. Because while you can trust yourself, can you really trust The Other People? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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"Budapest has long been a punching bag for invading powers and battled over by a litany of imperial bullies. But the legacy is a city stacked with historic layer upon layer of intrigue and faded glory, some layers still decaying while others have been ambitiously restored. I was back in the Hungarian capital with Trafalgar, one of the headline stops on their splendidly curated 10-day Imperial Europe tour." Read Mike's full article here . LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Ed McKnight: Economist on an alternative to budgeting 5:29
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedAlthough we all try, budgeting doesn't work for everyone. Instead, Ed McKnight has what he calls the 'Economist's Pay Routine', an alternative that allows you to budget without budgeting. He joined Jack Tame to break down the method. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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On the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for Saturday 3 May 2025, author Ben Macintyre joins Jack to discuss his expertise in espionage and latest non-fiction book ‘The Siege’ ahead of his trip to NZ for the Writer's Festival. Jack reflects on dear memories. Nici Wickes serves up a recipe that can be whipped up in no time with ingredients you likely already have in the pantry. Now is the time to act to protect your stonefruit for next summer. Man-in-the-garden Ruud Kleinpaste discusses what to look out for and the importance of timing. Plus, Dave Dobbyn has announced a special show at Auckland's Town Hall. Estelle Clifford digs deep into his archive to take a punt at what the setlist may feature. Get the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast every Saturday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Kate Hall: Sustainable Mother's Day Celebrations 6:43
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedWith Mother’s Day coming up soon, many will be casting around for ideas of what to get that special figure in their life. Kate Hall has a few ideas on how to keep the day sustainable. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Last week we discussed the six-month hiatus between noticing troubles with stone fruit and the time of activating prevention. Peach leaf curl is a rather ugly fungal disease that commences 6 months from now – in spring the leaf curl starts to become obvious on the newly emerged leaves of your peach trees. Taphrina deformans is the name of the disease that targets peaches and nectarines. The infection begins in autumn when the leaves are falling to the ground – a double dose of copper (a few times, 3 or 4 weeks apart) will stop the fungi from settling on the dormant fruit trees. Follow up questions I got: Does the copper spray debilitate the peach and nectarine’s buds? No worries! The buds are going to a dormant phase Another great example of important timing is winning battles from the Lemon Tree Borer. These borers are mainly found from Nelson-Blenheim north – they don’t like it too cold. This rather cool, sizeable, long-horn beetle is a native of our country. It was well-established here thousands of years before Charlotte Kemp introduced oranges into Kerikeri in 1819. Originally lemon tree borers would tunnel into native trees – a wide range of species became host plants (Mahoe, Kowhai, Coprosma, Manuka, etc). Exotic trees are also targeted by lemon tree borer. I remember them getting into our olive trees and Wisteria in Auckland – Tamarillo, Elm, Chestnut, Gorse, Apple are just a few of the exotic hosts. The most important species targeted by this borer are the citrus varieties that are grown commercially and in the backyard, but apple, persimmon, almond, cherry, walnut, and grapes are just as much in danger of damage – these beetles are economic pests! A damaged branch or trunk is the ultimate spot to lay eggs in. Small nooks and crannies are where the female lemon tree borer would leave her eggs – especially in branches where the bark had been removed or in the pruning cuts. The small larvae emerge from these eggs and start chewing their way deeper and deeper into the wood. A year or two later these larvae will have grown to a serious size before changing into a pupa, ready to turn into an adult beetle. This is the importance of timing: adult beetles emerge in spring and are active till late summer. Avoid pruning from winter till early autumn. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Paul Stenhouse: Impact of US tariffs on Apple, private What'sApp AI chats, Lyft targets an older demographic 4:12
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedApple has given more details on the US tariffs iPhones being sold in the June quarter in the USA will be made in India, while almost all iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, and AirPods products will be made in Vietnam. Products made in China will be sold elsewhere in the world. Apple estimates that, pending nothing else changing, the tariffs will cost them US$900 million. Imports going forward will, at this stage, be exempt from the tariffs. Meta is working to make your WhatsApp AI chats more private They'll be creating "private processing" which is effectively a private instance of the AI software running in a cloud only you can access. Meta, WhatsApp, or their third parties can see what's going on. It'll be optional though and you'll need to select it to go into private mode. Uber's competitor is targeting the silver customer Lyft is Uber's the big rideshare competitor in the USA and they want to take a new group of people for a ride: the older, and maybe less tech savvy. The regular Lyft app can be turned into a more straightforward mode – think bigger buttons and larger fonts. They'll be connected to more accessible vehicles and there's even dedicated real human help to call between 8am and 9pm. Lyft says just 5% of their ridership is over 65, and they want to grow that. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Tara Ward: Choir Games, The Four Seasons, Carême 5:06
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedChoir Games A documentary series about how music can change lives, as it follows two choirs from New York and Kaitaia as they take part in the World Choir Games in Aotearoa last year (Neon, from Sunday). The Four Seasons The decades-long friendship between three married couples is tested when one divorces, complicating their tradition of quarterly weekend getaways (Netflix). Carême The world's first celebrity chef, Antonin Carême rises to the height of culinary stardom in Napoleon's Europe; his talent attracts the attention of politicians who use him as a spy for France (Apple TV+). LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Francesca Rudkin: Marlon Williams: Ngā Ao E Rua – Two Worlds and Thunderbolts* 8:57
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedMarlon Williams: Ngā Ao E Rua – Two Worlds Filmed over the course of four years, this documentary follows musician Marlon Williams as he takes on a deeply personal project — producing his first album entirely in te reo Māori, Te Whare Tīwekaweka. Williams began his musical journey as a teen, songwriting in Lyttleton, then carved out his own distinctive country sound that quickly took him to the world stage. Now, through te reo Māori, he sets out to reconnect with his Ngāi Tahu and Ngāi Tai roots. Directed by Ursula Grace Williams in her feature debut, the film follows Williams through international tours to quiet home life, all while working on the album. Thunderbolts* Ensnared in a death trap, an unconventional team of antiheroes —Yelena Belova, Bucky Barnes, Red Guardian, Ghost, Taskmaster and John Walker— embarks on a dangerous mission that forces them to confront the darkest corners of their pasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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From thinking about it to plating it up... 10 minutes maximum for these boozy caramelised bananas! This is the best don’t-have-much-in-the-house dessert. Serves 4 Ingredients 4-6 bananas 3 tablespoons butter 4 tablespoons brown sugar a decent squeeze of lemon juice a pinch of salt 3 tablespoons brandy or rum (optional) softly whipped cream to serve Method Peel and slice the bananas into 2–3cm thick slices. Melt the butter and brown sugar together in a frying pan until bubbling. Stir in a squeeze of lemon juice and a pinch of salt. Place the bananas in the pan and cook in the bubbling sauce until softened but not mushy. Add the alcohol, if using, and let the sauce bubble for another 1–2 minutes. Serve the caramelised bananas smothered in sauce with a dollop of softly whipped cream. This recipe is featured in Nici's cookbook 'A Quiet Kitchen'. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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I was taken aback by how long it had been since I’d last come to town. It’s amazing how time creeps up on you like that. One minute you’re at Grandma and Grandad’s place every few months, knocking around with your siblings. The next you’re going through Grandad’s drawers, packing him a bag of his most precious possessions. The next, you realise it’s three years since you even drove down his street. State Highway One was an absolute shocker. I was driving the old straight line, heading South from Christchurch. Rolleston, Dunsandel, Rakaia. The storm was fierce. There was surface flooding and the rivers were up which obviously made things worse, but some of the potholes were so large they could’ve swallowed the irrigators that usually crawl the paddocks on either side of the road. Those irrigators have brought a lot of prosperity to mid-Canterbury. But not on Grandad’s street. His place was an old state house on what Dad always called the wrong side of the tracks. Given the main trunk line cuts right through the middle of town, it’s a literal thing in Ashburton. Dad reckons the family moved in in about 1967. A two-bedroom place, clad in a shocking baby blue, an 85m2 state house, on a 900m2 section. They don’t do property like that anymore. The Tames had arrived from UK a few years earlier – migration had cost them everything they had. By the early 1980s, on his limited income, Grandad saved up and for $21,500 he bought the house from the government as a home for life. He spent his working life slowly chipping away and paying off the mortgage. The quarter acre dream. Grandad always had an amazing garden. He made the most of all that space. There were vegetable beds and fruit trees, a huge compost heap. Flowers out the front. Harakeke. We used to play games of hide-and-seek and go-home-stay-home before retiring inside for luncheon and tomato sauce sandwiches and vegetable soup. At home, our parents didn’t put salt in our food, and it was always a thrill to eat a hot lunch prepared by someone less concerned by cholesterol readings. The neighbours back then were mixed. I remember Grandad telling us once that if we hit the tennis ball over the fence it was best to just get a new one. I doubt the Police were strangers to the neighbourhood. Inside, I used to curl up in Grandad’s La-Z-Boy and read Grandma’s gossip magazines by the fire. On the times we stayed over, I read old Biggles stories. We’d all get covered in Labrador fur. They had a faux grandfather clock in the living room with a mechanism that filled every silence. Click, click, click. Grandad lived in that house for 55 years. He raised his sons there. He lost his wife, there. When it finally came time to leave, my cousin found his war medals, hidden away in a clothes drawer. When I came around the corner, the rain was pelting the windscreen. It took just a moment to get my bearings. The little place next door was gone. A similarly vast section, where once there was a humble cottage, it was filled now with a tidy row of modern units. But there was Grandad’s. Some of the baby blue cladding was missing. The harakeke and the flowers at the front had all been ripped out. I’m sure the veggie patch is done. But the house was still there. Tired, but still there. Nothing lasts forever. I can’t say with certainty when I’ll be back. But I know one day I’ll come around that corner, and Grandad’s place will be gone too. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Ed Gamble: UK Comedian ahead of his NZ tour of 'Hot Diggity Dog' 14:09
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedEd Gamble is a man of many hats. Champion of the Taskmaster UK, podcast co-host, author, television host, standup comedian – on top of this, he’s an absolute food fanatic. He’s bringing a feast of comedy to New Zealand with his new show ‘Hot Diggity Dog’, filled with his classic “ranting, raving and spluttering”. Gamble told Jack Tame he describes the show as a collection of things that have happened to him since he last did a show, including a bit about his disastrous honeymoon and one about buying a cat with his wife. “It’s a lot more exciting than my description of it makes it sound,” he reassured. “I promise you’ll be on the edge of your seat, even though it sounds incredibly tedious and middle class.” He’ll be performing live in Christchurch, Wellington, and Auckland – tickets available on TicketMaster. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Samantha Fish is offering up nine new powerhouse songs on her latest album ‘Paper Doll’. It’s Fish’s 13th album, and the first she’s recorded with her touring band, leaning into her strengths as a musician in a way she hasn’t before. Estelle Clifford joined Jack Tame to give her thoughts on the new release. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Catherine Raynes: The Perfect Divorce and The Paris Express 3:03
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe Perfect Divorce by Jeneva Rose Till death do us part. Yours. Not Mine. It's been eleven years since high-powered attorney Sarah Morgan defended her husband, Adam, against the charge of murdering his mistress. The Paris Express by Emma Donoghue Europe is racing towards the future. Steam travel is the emblem of progress; industry and invention are creating ever greater wealth and ever greater deprivation; and on an autumn day in 1895 a young woman determined to make her mark on history boards the Granville to Paris Express with a bomb. With her travel the train crew and her fellow passengers: the men who run the engine, who have built a life together away from their wives; a little boy travelling alone for the first time; a wealthy statesman and his ill daughter; an artist far from home and in search of a muse; and another young woman with a secret of a very different nature hidden beneath the layers of her dress . . . LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Kevin Milne: A surprising wealth of information on NZ's fallen soldiers 9:36
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedKevin Milne has been doing some research into his family history recently – notably the deaths of three of his uncles. All three were soldiers in the First World War, and Kevin was surprised how much research already exists into the lives of New Zealand’s fallen soldiers. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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On the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for Saturday 26 April 2025, the master of combining comedy with his love for food, Ed Gamble joins Jack ahead of his tour to NZ. Jack marks an unusual anniversary. Winter warmers on your mind? Margo Flanagan of Two Raw Sisters delivers a delicious Halloumi Saagwala recipe and discusses options for alternative proteins. Francesca Rudkin offers her verdict on the much-hyped Sinners film. And tech expert Paul Stenhouse explains new EU rules for devices to have a mandatory label. Get the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast every Saturday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Mike Yardley: Savouring the sights and sounds of Salzburg 8:40
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like Liked"Few cities in the world enjoy the stature of being a music mecca quite like Salzburg. It’s one of my favourite European destinations and I recently ventured back to this Austrian jewel with Trafalgar, as part of their magnificent 10-day Imperial Europe tour. It’s like a tasting plate of some of Central Europe’s most glittering destinations, steeped in history and spilling with scenic finery. And it’s all spectacularly brought to life with specialist local guides who live and breathe these destinations, with unbridled passion and pride." Read Mike's full article here . LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Dougal Sutherland: The benefits of doing one thing at a time 8:02
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedSome would argue our world has got too busy, too frantic, that we never get a chance to switch off. An estimate from a few years ago believes we have as much as 34GB of information coming into us every day. Some of this business is likely due to never being able to switch off from incoming info, as well as a loss of “stopping cues” around us, e.g. ads on linear tv, intermissions at movies. We can get into a pattern of always being on, always “doing”, never stopping and just “being”. It’s arguably not good for our wellbeing —a constant low level of stress— and can also affect relationships, e.g. having a conversation at the same time as scrolling on your phone. Here are three things people could try if they want to experiment with an antidote to this business: 1) Mindfulness: one aspect of mindfulness is becoming aware of when your attention has shifted and moving it back to just one thing, e.g. your breathing. 2) Concentrating on doing everyday tasks one at a time, e.g. if brushing your teeth, just brush your teeth. Notice all the aspects of it – notice your mind wandering away and practice bringing it back to the task at hand. 3) Watch some slow tv. My best recommendation for the moment is the Great Moose Migration on Swedish tv (svtplay.sw). It’s 24/7 coverage of moose migrating across a river —over 30 cameras but very slow— long shots of Swedish wilderness without a moose in sight. It’s on right now but only lasts for a few more days – you can almost feel your blood pressure lowering. Give it a go, see if it makes a difference! LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Ruud Kleinpaste: Taphrina deformans or peach leaf curl 3:45
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedI’m trying a different tack on Newstalk ZB. It’s something I use with teachers and kids at school: the meaning of scientific names of living organisms helps to remind us how certain creatures operate or how they can be identified. Once you get that in your gardening vocabulary it becomes a lot easier to prevent or control the problem that’s causing you regular troubles. Taphrina is the name of a parasitic fungi (belonging to the family Taphrinaceae) that produce asci in a superficial hymenium having an indeterminate margin and cause leaf curling and malformations like blisters on various vascular plants. It literally tells us it’s a name of Rotter-Fungus that causes curling, malformation, and blisters. The second name (deformans) repeats the symptoms: it causes deformations. That tells us it is a real bummer to have on your plants (especially on stonefruit: peaches, nectarines, plums, peachcotts, peacherines, apricots, etc). Ladies and gentlemen: we’re talking about leaf curl on peaches (and Bladder Plum/Plum Pocket on plums). Spring and summer are the main months of queries on our Gardening programs: how to deal with Taphrina deformans and, while we're at it, Taphrina pruni. Short answer: in spring and summer you’re too late. Yes, the disease starts in spring, but you can’t spray copious amounts of copper on the new and tender leaves – young leaves will burn! Right now, in the middle of Autumn you can avoid the infection. Around mid to late April, when the leaves are falling off the deciduous stone fruit trees, the new buds for the next season are formed. Taphrina deformans will then be invading those new buds and overwinter on those buds to infect the trees again in spring. First thing to do is to remove all fallen leaves from under the trees. That reduces infection chances. Next thing is to spray a double dose of copper spray (copper oxychloride, liquid copper, or copper-sulphur mixtures, available form garden centres) on the remaining leaves and on the branches/twigs of the tree. Use a “sticker” if you can to increase coverage and stickability. Do this again a few weeks or a month later and ensure good coverage of all parts of the tree. Some people use Lime sulphur. That’s okay too as a winter clean-up – seeing as the trees are getting to dormancy, Lime Sulphur won’t harm the leaves, but I think that lime may not be a great material for apricots as it has the ability to raise the pH levels. A last smack of Copper spray before budburst should “mop up” the last surviving spores before the flowering and fruiting season begins again. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Dengue fever is in the news right now after the death of a young Samoan boy at Starship Hospital last week. As many New Zealanders travel to the Pacific Islands, the recent outbreak means it’s something to consider. The other interesting fact about dengue fever is as well as being relevant to the Pacific, it’s becoming more common around the world due to climate change – increasing temperature and humidity driving mosquito population and leading to more people being infected. What is it? A mosquito-spread virus. You get it when a mosquito bites you that is infected with dengue fever. Unlike malaria, it’s carried by the small mosquitoes that come out during the day. Not the evening/early morning mosquitoes that typically carry malaria. It’s becoming more common around the world with climate change – with hotter more humid temperatures. Endemic in Pacific, which is presently going through an outbreak. Can actually now be found in places like far North Queensland. It could it reach New Zealand one day – possibly with climate change. What happens if you are bitten by a mosquito carrying dengue fever? Symptoms occur 4-10 days after the mosquito bite. Typical symptoms: High fever, severe headache, pain behind the eyes, muscle and joint aches (has been referred to as ‘break bone fever’), nausea, vomiting, and skin rash. Often people recover after 1-2 weeks. Severe form is called haemorrhagic fever with bleeding, cardiovascular shock, and sometimes death. Typically occurs when you get an infection a second time – not the first. What can we do treat it? Important: There is no vaccine to prevent the disease, once you have it there is no treatment. Just treat the symptoms: Paracetamol, not ibuprofen or aspirin as this can increase bleeding risk. Plenty of fluids and rest. A majority will get better, however, if symptoms are severe, you need to see a doctor and may need the hospital. How do we prevent it? Be aware that Pacific destinations Fiji, Tonga and Samoa have had recent outbreaks. Outbreaks are often every 2-5 years with year-round risk. Resorts often put in place protocols to reduce/eliminate mosquitoes. If mosquitoes are around, protect against getting bitten with insect repellents, long sleeve shorts/pants, and mosquito nets. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Paul Stenhouse: Open AI's open to buying Chrome, upgrades to Apple's iPad, EU imposes mandatory labels on tech products 4:53
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedOpenAI would be open to buying Google's Chrome browser Talk about an instant audience - imagine logging into your Chrome web browser and instead of getting Google results, you get ChatGPT. The DOJ ruled last year that Google is a monopolist in Search – now comes the search to decide what to do with Chrome. OpenAI told the judge the company would be interested in taking it over. Open AI, with ChatGPT, wants to be the way you find and access information on the web. Attempts to partner with Google Search have been unsuccessful – they only have access to Bing. Only trouble, Open AI says it's not as good as Google. The line between iPad & Mac could be about to be blurred even further One of the regular Apple leakers has as a scoop: a menubar could be coming to the iPad when the magic keyboard is connected. Assuming it functions like the Mac version, it gives quick access to app and operating system. They also say iPadOS 19 will enhance Stage Manager, the feature that allows a user to plug their iPad into an external monitor. These two changes would make it the most laptop-like iPad we've seen. Devices in the EU are about to get a mandatory label on the box Just how long will that new phone or tablet's battery last? You'll now get a way to compare from device to device with standardized labels. The labels will say how many times the battery is rated to be recharged, how energy efficient the device is, and how long the battery should last each day. It'll also rate now repairable and durable the device is. They will also impose "ecodesign" requirements to make devices more resilient, including being protected from splashes of water, dust, scratches, and drops. All devices on sale across the EU from June 8 will need the label. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Mobland Power is up for grabs as two warring crime families clash in a battle that threatens to topple empires and ruin lives. In the crossfire stands Harry Da Souza, a street-smart 'fixer' who knows too well where loyalties lie when opposing forces collide (Prime Video). Etoile In an ambitious gambit to save their storied institutions, two world-renowned ballet companies in New York City and Paris swap their most talented stars. From the Executive Producers of The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel comes a bold new series celebrating the beauty, humor, and unpredictability of a life devoted to the arts, both on stage and off (Prime Video). Ransom Canyon Passions run deep in a small Texas town, as three ranching dynasties fight for their land, their legacies and the people they love (Netflix). LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Margo Flanagan of ‘Two Raw Sisters’ serves up a delicious recipe for Halloumi Saagwala. Serves: 2 Time: 20 minutes Ingredients Saagwala 1 brown onion, diced 1 tomato, diced - large ⅓ cup coconut cream 4 cloves of garlic 1 tbsp ginger, freshly grated 1 tsp garam masala ½ tsp chilli flakes ¼ tsp cinnamon 1 tsp sea salt 5 cups greens (spinach, rocket, herbs, kale, silverbeet) Fried Halloumi 100g halloumi, cut into cubes 2 tbsp cooking oil To Serve 1 cup brown rice, cooked 2 tbsp chilli oil 2 tbsp peanuts, toasted and chopped 1/4 cup coriander, chopped Method Add all of the saagwala ingredients, except the greens, to a pan and simmer for 8 minutes. Add the greens to the pan in the last 2 minutes. Mix until wilted. Add the saagwala to the blender and blend until smooth and vibrant green. Clean the pan and cook the halloumi. Heat the cooking oil in the pan until hot, add the halloumi cubes and cook until golden on each side. Pour the saagwala sauce back into the pan with the halloumi and mix. Heat until you reach your desired temperature. Spoon cooked rice into a bowl followed by the saagwala, chilli oil, peanuts and herbs. Enjoy Any leftovers will keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Alternatively, you can freeze the saagwala sauce without the halloumi for up to 3 months. Simple Swaps / Additions Halloumi for chickpeas, paneer or chicken. Brown onion for red onion. Garam masala for ground cumin. Chilli flakes for fresh red chilli. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Francesca Rudkin: The Correspondent and Sinners 7:57
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe Correspondent The story of the arrest, trial and imprisonment of Australian journalist Peter Greste, who while reporting on the Arab Spring uprising becomes entangled in a deadly game of rivalries. Sinners Trying to leave their troubled lives behind, twin brothers return to their Mississippi hometown to start again, only to discover that an even greater evil is waiting to welcome them back. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Jack Tame: My verdict on becoming a one car household 5:48
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedI had a funny entry in my calendar this week that took me a moment to decipher. ‘Mava 1C anniversary’ it said. My heart skipped a beat. Anniversary?! Oh, hang on. No. Stand down. Forget romance. What my entry was telling me I’d just reached the anniversary for this very radio show, in which I’d shared with you our decision to become a one car household. We made the call at the start of 2023 because Mava had an old dunger that needed to go, and in theory it didn’t seem necessary for us to replace it. Sure, it was convenient having two cars. It was what we’d always been used to. But with a bit of coordination and organisation, we reckoned at the very least, moving to one car was worth a crack. We’re now more two years in, and we are still a one-car household. But in other ways, our circumstances have changed. For starters, there’s now four of us – Me, Mava, our eight-year-old, and our 10-week-old baby. That means a baby capsule AND a booster seat. And we’ve upgraded from my oh-so-cool, grey Toyota Corolla to an oh-so-cool white Toyota Corolla. You could say I’m on a coroll. Every household and every family is different, and there are things that make our set up easier and things that make it harder. For starters, we live really centrally, which certainly helps. But we also have kids. Kids who have appointments and sports and playdates with their friends. Kids who need to be in different places at the same time. The way it works is that I default to not taking the car. About 80% of my journeys, I ride my bike. When it’s really heavily raining, I take the bus to work or catch an Uber. When Mava isn’t pregnant or carrying a newborn baby, she rides her bike too. The Uber thing is actually a big one. Again – easier when you live in a big city. But when we became a one-car house we told ourselves that we wouldn’t feel guilty spending on Ubers if the pair of us had a clash in our schedules or a thunderstorm was rolling through. It didn’t take a Nobel-winning economist to work out that a few big Uber journeys in rush hour traffic probably still wouldn’t come close to what we were spending on insurance, parking and petrol. That was the theory. In practice it’s been a comprehensive money-saver. Last year we spent about $300 on Ubers. Compared to the price of buying and running a second car, it’s nothing. The hardest thing for me has been when plans change at short notice. One of us is out with the car and the other’s waiting at home, but then the first person gets delayed. And even though I know I have to look at the overall spend rather than one-off journeys, catching a $40 Uber when previously we might have driven still feels a bit galling. So, two years on, what’s the verdict? Sure, it takes marginally more coordination than it did with two separate vehicles, but if anything, it’s honestly been easier than I imagined. I’ve actually noticed that subconsciously, I often don’t even consider taking the car for most of my journeys. The biggest challenge is organising around a clash in our schedules. But there are surprising benefits outside the obvious: I LOVE not having to faff around so much with parking. I’m not saying our set up is right or will work for every household and family. Of course not. You do you. Although, our really good friends are a three-child house in a suburb much further out, and they manage with one car just fine. But not once in the last two-and-a-bit years has either of us doubted the decision. It’s cleaner, and even if you don’t care about that, it’s certainly cheaper. New Zealand still has one of the highest rates of car ownership in the World. I’m convinced it doesn’t need to be so. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Ciarán Hinds: Irish actor on his latest project 'The Narrow Road to the Deep North’ 13:47
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedCiarán Hinds’ acting pursuits have taken him far from his roots in Northern Ireland. A quality actor - he lends himself to both villainy and simmering heroics. His long career has included intimate Shakespearean theatre productions right through to major franchises like Harry Potter, Game of Thrones, Lord of the Rings and the Disney animated film Frozen. His latest project ‘The Narrow Road to the Deep North’ is an intimate character study on human spirit – the Prime Video series based on the novel by Richard Flanagan. He told Jack Tame when he was first introduced to the project, he’d heard of the book but never read it. “They sent me a couple of scripts and I was immediately hooked by the quality of the writing and the story itself,” Hinds said. “So I went out and got myself the book.” “Deeply moved, I was, by the savagery, the cruelty, the brutality, the love, the deep passion, the haunting... it’s a huge and hugely emotional read for anybody,” he told Tame. “And from then, I said I’m very interested in this project, and so we went on from there.” LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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In Beirut’s 7th album, Zach Condon returns to a place he had no plans to ever go back to. ‘A Study of Losses’ was commissioned by the Swedish circus troupe Kompani Giraff, and at first he was hesitant to write a soundtrack for a circus, the idea a reminder of a time he’d been pigeonholed, as he says, “as a whimsical circus waif”. However, videos of the troupe’s performances and an abstract of the work upon which the new project would be based changed his mind. Estelle Clifford joined Jack Tame to give her thoughts on Beirut’s new album. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Catherine Raynes: Nine Hidden Lives and Strangers in Time 3:45
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedNine Hidden Lives by Robert Gold Secrets only survive in the dark When journalist Ben Harper is asked to help re-examine an unsolved murder case from thirty years ago, he immediately agrees. It's not just that the victim was also a journalist, murdered after she'd published a series of shocking interviews with victims of domestic abuse. It's also that he understands all too well the need of victim's daughter, Doctor Uma Jha, for answers. But it's not long before their investigation leads to threats being made on Uma's life. Ben needs to unravel this crime before it's too late, but instead he finds himself tangled in a web of lies and deception. After all, a crime like murder has implications for many people. People who have been keeping secrets for thirty years, and will do whatever it takes to protect them. Strangers in Time by David Baldacci Fourteen-year-old Charlie Matters is up to no good, but for a very good reason. Without parents, peerage, or merit, he steals what he needs, living day-to-day until he’s old enough to enlist to fight the Germans. After barely surviving the Blitz, Charlie knows there’s no telling when a falling bomb might end his life. Fifteen-year-old Molly Wakefield has just returned to a nearly unrecognizable London. One of millions of children to have been evacuated to the countryside Molly has been away from her home for nearly five years. Her return, however, is not the homecoming she’d hoped for as she’s confronted by a devastating reality: neither of her parents are there. Without guardians and stability, Charlie and Molly find an unexpected ally and protector in Ignatius Oliver, and solace at his bookshop, The Book Keep. Mourning the recent loss of his wife, Ignatius forms a kinship with both children, and in each other they rediscover the spirit of family each has lost. But Charlie’s escapades in the city have not gone unnoticed, and someone’s been following Molly since she returned to London. And Ignatius is harboring his own secrets, which could have terrible consequences for all of them. As bombs continue to bear down on the city, Charlie, Molly, and Ignatius learn that while the perils of war rage on, their coming together and trusting one another may be the only way for them to survive. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Kevin Milne: Humility, humiliation, and a bit of a fall 6:59
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedLess well known than the days that follow it is Maundy Thursday – the day in which Jesus Christ shared the Last Supper with his 12 apostles. A theme of the day is humility, and Kevin Milne had a taste of that and a bit of humiliation both earlier on this week. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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On the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for Saturday 19 April 2025, Northern Irish acting legend, Hollywood royalty, and the man who has been in almost every major film franchise of the 21st century, Ciaran Hinds joins Jack to discuss the intimate character study of his new project The Narrow Road to the Deep North. Jack considers the legacy of the Blue Origin spacecraft against this week's discovery within Earth's very own Big Blue. Catherine Raynes reviews the latest novel from David Baldacci – the perfect long weekend read. For those sick of hot cross buns, chef Nici Wickes has an alternative Easter breakfast recipe. And as Food appreciation month approaches, sustainability expert Kate Hall reframes our view on food scraps. Get the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast every Saturday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Mike Yardley: Waltzing through Vienna with Trafalgar 8:04
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like Liked"You could spill vast rivers of blue Danube ink try to encapsulate the enduring brilliance of Vienna and all that it has lavished on the world. It’s the city that vaulted Mozart, Beethoven, Haydn, Strauss and his waltz into the world’s consciousness. The city that unleashed the genius of Freud, published the world’s first newspaper, conceived the delicious Torte, and was the powerbase for the imperial Hapsburgs. Vienna remains a city of culture, class and beauty; of churches, castles and concert halls." Read Mike's full article here . LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Food Appreciation Month is coming up, and Kate Hall is thinking about food scraps. New Zealand households are throwing away over 157,000 tonnes of edible food every year, costing the average household $1,326. Instead of tossing out your food scraps, Kate has a few tips on how you can reuse them, turning them into ingredients and saving money. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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A week ago I noticed one of those beautiful red toadstools in our garden – the classic red fungus with white dots all over the skin. Amanita muscaria or Fly agaric – there are a few different sub-species with different colourations (orange-red to yellow, and various colours of the “dots”). This is a Mycorrhizal fungus that is associated with a few common host trees: Birch, beech and pine trees. It’s not very edible – in fact, it’s better not to muck around with. Some young children have ended up being poisoned and some rather risky adults (trying to go on a Hallucinogenic journey) ended up in similar troubles. But they look great, and this was the first time I saw this species in our front garden, which surprised me. Of course, I never saw the 7-meter tall Betula which really need pruning away from electricity wires… Many species are doing a great job in recycling dead materials, fallen leaves, and dead branches, and also dead trunks in all shapes and sizes. These are some examples of fungi doing the recycling job in forests – small and large and colourful. Ear Fungus is often found on dead trunks of trees. This is a weird looking, feeling, and tasting mushroom that can hardly be misidentified: It looks like a human ear, it feels like an ear, and it even tastes like an ear! This edible fungus was the very first export article that was sent from New Zealand to China in the eighteen hundreds. The Chew Chong brothers in Taranaki were the first people to send container loads of these fungi by ship. Gardeners will encounter fungi that cause all sorts of problems in fruit (fruit rots), in roots (Phytophthora), and in stems and on leaves. Often preventative gardening will reduce the problems developing. Copper sprays tend to protect a plant from Spores settling on the developing fruit. Brown Rot on Apricot What I love to see is interaction between fungi and insects. Here is a stinkhorn fungus with a decent amount of smelly, brown liquid. Flies are keen to harvest that brown stinky stuff and in doing so, they get the brown spores on their body. Those spores are distributed through gardens and forests. Autumn is the time to go for a walk and just look at fungi; I reckon they actually run this planet! LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Oskar Howell: Tech Commentator on Google and Meta's digital advertising practices, Steam's loot crate profits 5:34
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedGoogle and Meta are being raked over the coals in the US The two titans are facing antitrust suits for the methods used in their digital advertising networks. Google for running an illegal monopoly within its digital ad network, while Facebook is in front of the FTC for antitrust behaviour in its acquisitions of Instagram and WhatsApp, as part of its digital ad strategy. Steam profits off gaming loot crates It was revealed that game publisher and marketplace Steam made US$82 million from loot crate openings in one month, from a single game. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Cameron Douglas: Esk Valley Malbec Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot 2022 3:37
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedEsk Valley Malbec Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot 2022, Hawkes Bay RRP from $24.99. From the Gimblett Gravels sub-regional GI of Hawkes Bay The Wine: Great colour concentration leading to a bouquet of ripe dark red berry fruits, blackberry and roasted plums, a mix of sweet and bitter chocolate, cacao and baking spices. The wood smoke from use of barrel adds complexity and depth. Dry with an abundance of ripe tannins and plenty of acidity for bite and freshness, West drinking from day of purchase through 2030. The Food: Great with moderate to high protein foods – from lamb to beef and even some roast chicken. Red meat, say a steak, that is cooked medium-rare has a lot more available protein on the palate than say one cooked to medium-well, or well-done. The rarer the meat the bigger and younger a red wine can be – the protein in the flesh and any juice that might ooze from it soften tannins in the wine making it seem smoother or softer. The other consideration is the sauce and the seasoning: I don’t mean tomato sauce – though this is full of sugar and salt – I mean a reduction, a jus, or a cream=based sauce will all have a reaction with the wine. One piece of advice – if you have a chili meter from 1 to 10, 1 being the least heat and 10 being the hottest of hot, don’t add chili spices to the food that is intended to go with red wine beyond a 3 or 4 on the scale. Chili turns the volume up on tannin and alcohol perceptions in red wine and can easily disrupt the flavours within the dish. The season: 2022 was a very good year for wines from Hawkes Bay. With a warm and dry winter, and the earliest veraison in 30 years. Then quite a bit of rain before 30+ degree days until harvest. The wines that I have tasted are balanced, complete and will age through to 2030 for most and 2035+ for the rest. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Tara Ward: Patience, The Stolen Girl, Diamond Heist 5:06
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedPatience Against the backdrop of the historic city of York, detective Bea Metcalf forms an unlikely duo with young autistic police archivist Patience Evans, opening a door into a whole new world for Patience (ThreeNow). The Stolen Girl A seemingly ordinary decision turns the world of Elisa, mom to two young kids, upside down. When her daughter Lucia asks to go to a sleepover at her new best friend Josie's house, Elisa agrees. After meeting Josie's mother, Rebecca, she's put at ease by her charming nature and their impressive house. But when she says goodnight to her daughter, she has no idea that she is about to be thrust into every parent's worst nightmare (Disney+). Diamond Heist It's the year 2000, and London unveils the Millennium Dome to usher in the third millennium. A group of criminals devise a plan to steal the Millennium Dome Diamond at the heart of the Millennium Jewels collection (Netflix). LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Francesca Rudkin: The Penguin Lessons and Warfare 7:49
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe Penguin Lessons An Englishman experiences personal and political changes after adopting a penguin during a turbulent time in Argentina's history. Warfare A surveillance mission goes wrong for a platoon of American Navy SEALs in insurgent territory in Iraq. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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These pancakes may not only be the most delicious thing you’ll eat this Easter, they may also be the most healthy! Makes 12+ Ingredients 2/3 cup rolled oats 1 tsp cinnamon 1 tsp mixed spice ½ tsp nutmeg ½ tsp baking powder ½ tsp baking soda 3 tbsps. currants or sultanas 1 banana, mashed 1 medium egg ¼ cup natural yoghurt ¼-1/3 cup water or milk Butter for frying and eating Method Blitz the oats in a blender or food processor until it’s like flour. Tip into a bowl and add in spices, baking powder and soda and currants or sultanas. Whisk together banana, egg, yoghurt and ¼ cup water (or milk) and pour into the dry ingredients. Stir until it forms a smooth batter, adding more water/milk if it’s too stiff. Heat a pan to medium. Grease the surface with a little butter. Drop spoonfuls of batter into the pan and cook until browned on one side and puffed before flipping and cooking through. Serve with butter, or syrup, or whatever you fancy. Happy Easter! PS. I reckon they’re even better cold. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Jack Tame: The miracles and mysteries much closer to home 4:21
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe pictures made it look like a parody. Eleven minutes after taking off from a West Texas launch site, Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin space capsule touched down with its all-female celebrity crew. Bezos opened the capsule door and greeted his fiancé. One by one the women filed out, each in their snazzy blue, flared space outfits. Having technically been in space for just four minutes, the popstar Katy Perry knelt down and kissed the ground. I feel the same about space tourism as I do about climbing Mt Everest. In the broadest possible terms, the idea is really appealing. I’d love to go to space! But as it stands today, actually appreciating how much resource is involved, and the extent to which money rather than talent is the only thing separating anyone from the loftiest heights... I can’t bear the thought. We all know Jeff Bezos isn’t spending billions upon billions to push the boundaries of scientific understanding. He’s going as a vanity project. It all feels a bit gross. Perhaps when space tourism is a little more normalised and they can achieve economies of scale, I’ll quietly eat my words and find the whole thing a little more palatable. But for what it’s worth, I’d hand my explorer-of-the-week award not to Katy Perry and Jeff Bezos’ other half, but to the crew of the Schmidt Ocean Institute’s Falkor vessel, who just captured the first ever footage of a colossal squid in its natural environment. Colossal squid are the largest invertebrates on the planet – 500kgs without a spine! And yet for all that science has achieved, we know remarkably little about them. It’s only a century since the species was first discovered, and we know most of what we know about them today because of their predators. Sperm whales, in turns out, are much better at tracking down colossal squid than we are. 600m below the surface of the South Atlantic, somewhere off the coast of the Antarctic South Sandwich Islands, in an area so remote that the next closest humans were on the International Space Station, the group of scientists used an unmanned submersible to film the most extraordinary footage of a juvenile colossal squid. Forget anything that Katy Perry or Jeff Bezos’ wife-to-be might be seeing out the window of their shuttle; set against the absolute black of the deep deep, the squid was purpleish and orange, elegant, brilliantly, beautifully alien. Isn’t it amazing that our species can send a rocket with a popstar to space, and yet it’s taken us until 2025 to actually record an Earth-based tentacled beast that can grow as long as a bus and weigh as much as a cow? I just think it’s such a timely reminder. For whatever fascinations and discoveries await us in the infinite depths of the cosmos, there are still so many miracles and mysteries much closer to home, in the infinite depths of the real blue origin. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Sam Hales: The Jungle Giants Frontman on the band's evolution and growth 12:13
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedOver a decade has seen Australian pop-dance royalty The Jungle Giants grow from simple lovers of music to fully-fledged artists on the world stage. They had a massive year last year – playing shows and headlining festivals from hemisphere to hemisphere. And now, they’re bringing their energy to New Zealand, with shows in Wellington and Auckland. Frontman Sam Hales told Jack Tame they’ve been in a band together for about half their lives. “No matter what happens, we know how to support each other, we know how to press each other’s buttons,” he said. “And I think it really affects the music as well.” Hales says that having such a supportive band allows him space to experiment. “Even though it was spooky and risky, they we’re like, ‘Dude, just do, do whatever feels good. We’ve got your back.’” “For me, knowing that support network was there, it makes me feel just, free to adventure and experiment, which is a really lucky place to be.” LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Estelle Clifford: Previewing the Taite Music Prize 6:31
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe creativity of Kiwi musicians is being recognised this month. The Taite Music Prize is being awarded next week, the purpose of which is to recognise outstanding creativity for an entire collection of music contained on one album. 80 albums were nominated this year, of which only ten made the cut to be finalists. Estelle Clifford joined Jack Tame to preview the awards. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Catherine Raynes: Together We Roared, Broken Country 4:35
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedTogether We Roared by Steve Williams and Evin Priest Steve Williams, arguably the greatest caddie in golf history, teams up with renowned golf journalist Evin Priest to give his definitive account of his 12-year partnership with the legendary Tiger Woods, sharing personal, never-before-told moments of their friendship on and off the course. When Tiger Woods went on an extraordinary majors run between 1999 and 2008, one man stood at his side: his caddie Steve Williams. Together Steve and Tiger dominated the PGA Tour and won an astonishing 13 major championships, their sights set on breaking Jack Nicklaus’s record 18 majors. Before they could overtake Nicklaus, however, their partnership ended abruptly, and a 12-year period without talking began. Years later, the two reconnected. Steve, with PGA Tour journalist Evin Priest, reflects fondly on his years as Tiger’s caddie and their relentless pursuit of greatness. He revisits all their best moments, from Tiger’s iconic shot on the 16th hole at the 2005 Masters to the famed Tiger Slam of 2000 and 2001, to his against-the-odds victory on a broken leg at the 2008 US Open. Steve goes behind the scenes of their on-course success and shows their friendship off the course, like Tiger caddying for Steve on his wedding day and Tiger giving a heartfelt best man speech. Steve also shares fascinating, never-before-seen photos and ephemera. Together We Roared offers an inside look at what it is like to ride alongside greatness and is a heartfelt ode to the friendship that produced one of the winningest duos in golf history. Broken Country by Clare Leslie Hall Beth and her gentle, kind husband Frank are happily married, but their relationship relies on the past staying buried. But when Beth’s brother-in-law shoots a dog going after their sheep, Beth doesn’t realize that the gunshot will alter the course of their lives. For the dog belonged to none other than Gabriel Wolfe, the man Beth loved as a teenager—the man who broke her heart years ago. Gabriel has returned to the village with his young son Leo, a boy who reminds Beth very much of her own son, who died in a tragic accident. As Beth is pulled back into Gabriel’s life, tensions around the village rise and dangerous secrets and jealousies from the past resurface, this time with deadly consequences. Beth is forced to make a choice between the woman she once was, and the woman she has become. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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"As spring began to bud and bloom in Munich, I embraced the season of renewal by joining Trafalgar on their riveting 10 day Imperial Europe guided coach tour, which strings together a necklace of enchanting destinations. It’s a cracking introduction to the richness of Central Europe – kind of like a glorified greatest hits tour." Read Mike's full article here . LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Air New Zealand is refreshing their look, unveiling a brand-new uniform for their staff. The update comes 14 years after their last redesign – the collection designed by Kiwi designer Emilia Wickstead. And although Kevin Milne thinks they look pretty good, he does have a few questions. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Dougal Sutherland: Making the most of your break 8:00
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedSchool holidays and Easter are both just around the corner, so how do you make the most of your break? Taking a holiday boosts wellbeing, but the longevity of the benefits depends on several factors: time away, actives, and mental detachment from work. Dr Dougal Sutherland breaks down the data, offering advice to ensure that the benefits of your break stick around as long as possible. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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On the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for Saturday 12 April 2025, frontman of Aussie groove-makers the Jungle Giants Sam Hales joins Jack to discuss growing from simple lovers of music to fully fledged artists on the world stage. Jack considers the anti-climactic end to the Treaty Principles Bill. Awards are in the air... Chef Nici Wickes dishes on her top picks from the Outstanding Food Producer Awards and gives her top tips on how best to cook them. Plus, music reviewer Estelle Clifford previews an important night for Kiwi music, the Taite Music Prize, ahead of the awards ceremony on Tuesday. Get the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast every Saturday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Ed McKnight: The impact of tariffs on investment funds 5:24
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedTrump’s tariffs have been wreaking havoc on share markets around the world. As a result, investment funds and KiwiSavers have been taking a hit, with Ed McKnight’s own account going down by $6.5k over the last month. He joined Jack Tame to discuss the impacts on Kiwis, and whether people are actually in the right type of fund for their needs. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Believe it or not, I did hear a cicada chirping just a few days ago. Must have been a Late-Comer Boy, trying to attract a female. The buzzing sound is made in the Tymbals (on the belly side of the insect). It literally is a quick clicking sound that creates a smooth buzzing. If you hear clapping as well, it will be smacking the wings on the abdomen. Egg-laying is very easy to spot: a characteristic “Herring bone” pattern on twigs with a thickness of a pencil. We’re also not far away from the end of the Black Field Crickets’ truuu truuuu truuu singing in the evening. The further north you go, the longer you’ll hear those quite loud sounds in your lawn. They’re male mating calls, attracting females who are laying eggs in soil to hatch next spring (November). Damage: eat a lot of grass from lawn/paddock. Easily attracted to lights, and noisy all night. A fabulous characteristic rasping sound can be heard during the nighttime, starting about 30 minutes after dark: the sound is made by both male and female tree weta. They communicate to keep in touch – Auckland and Wellington tree weta are rather social species. They live in harem-like communities with a dominant (large-headed) male and a couple of mature females, plus some juveniles. They shelter during the day in the same cavity. This is mating season and often you can hear frequent communications. Females lay eggs in soft soil, and young ones emerge in spring. Go outside into the garden with a torch and you’ll find them – patience! In the afternoon to early evening, you can often hear a faint “Zzitssss” noise – often impossible to tell where it originates. It's usually a call with an irregular pattern, and it’s unmistakable as Katydids. These orthopterans have the ability to “throw their voice” —like ventriloquists— to put off possible predators that may hunt by following the noise to its source. They chew buds of flowers and foliage and can do a bit of cosmetic damage to roses and dahlias in autumn (although Julie tends to disagree with that statement – she moves them on with force!). Generally speaking, the katydids overwinter as eggs and hatch again in springtime as “nymphs”: miniature versions of the adult insect. But I have seen a few of them going right through the winter, snacking of tasty leaves of Mistletoes in the garden. No doubt they shelter from the occasional frosts by staying deep within the host plants LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Paul Stenhouse: Shopify's reliance on AI, new features for WhatsApp 8:36
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedShopify is forcing employees to justify why AI can't do the job they want to hire It's starting. An AI assistant is about to become your coworker. Before a new job posting can go live, it needs to be proven why AI can't do the job. Not only that, Shopify's CEO is forcing all employees to use AI in their daily work – even baking it into performance reviews. He wants them to be more efficient and believes AI is going to do that, saying in a company-wide letter: “Frankly, I don’t think it’s feasible to opt out of learning the skill of applying AI in your craft; you are welcome to try, but I want to be honest I cannot see this working out today, and definitely not tomorrow.” Shopify was the same company who deleted every recurring meeting with three or more people. New features are coming to WhatsApp For groups, it'll now show how many people are currently online, make it easier to react to messages like you can on Slack, and have more controls for notifications. There will be updates for Events around RSVPs and plus 1s. High quality video calls, with the ability to pinch in to zoom on mobile. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Tara Ward: Your Friends and Neighbours, Landman, North of North 5:07
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedYour Friends and Neighbours After being fired in disgrace, a hedge fund manager resorts to stealing from his neighbours' homes in the affluent Westmont Village, only to discover that the secrets hidden behind the wealthy facades might be more dangerous (Apple TV+). Landman Deep in the heart of West Texas, roughnecks and wildcat billionaires try to get rich quick in the oil business as oil rigs begin to dominate the state. Crisis executive Tommy Norris tries to bring his company to the top during a fuelling boom (Prime Video). North of North Siaja is a young Inuk mother who dreams of reinventing herself in her tiny Arctic community of Ice Cove, a town where everybody knows your business. After a spontaneous - and extremely public - exit from her marriage, Siaja finds herself navigating the unpredictable, and often hilarious, highs and lows that come with relationships, motherhood, a new job, and finding your way (Netflix). LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Nici Wickes: Simple cooking techniques for outstanding ingredients 7:43
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedNew Zealand is filled to the brim with beautiful food and delicious ingredients, and Thursday night saw some of our top producers celebrated at the Outstanding Food Producer Awards. Nici Wickes decided to focus in on a couple of the winners — Conscious Valley Lamb and Akaroa Salmon— and offer up a few simple cooking techniques for each. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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G20 When terrorists take over the G20 summit, US President Danielle Sutton uses her governing and military experience to defend her family, fellow leaders, and the world. Crossing Lia, a retired teacher, has vowed to find her long-lost niece, Tekla. Her search takes her to Istanbul where she meets the lawyer Evrim. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Jack Tame: An anticlimactic end to the Treaty Principles Bill 4:23
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn the end it was kind of an anticlimax. After almost 18 months of anger, obfuscation, hīkoi and haka, and hundreds of thousands of submissions, the Treaty Principles Bill was voted down in fairly emphatic style. I suspect the majority of New Zealanders are so over it. Looking back, I’d say David Seymour and ACT largely got what they wanted. Te Pāti Māori were perhaps even greater political beneficiaries. And the whole saga will endure as a bit of a stain on Christopher Luxon’s tenure as Prime Minister. It was telling that once again, just as for the first reading, this week’s vote was scheduled for a time when the PM wasn’t in the house. I think being there and suffering through it would have shown greater leadership. I watched the speeches in Parliament and thought David Seymour was right in his observation. Almost none actually considered the substance of the government’s defined Treaty principles. Like most of the debate outside of Parliament, they were all emotion. At times, I think what was supposed to be a constitutional debate was boiled down to pretty a basic and unedifying level: pro-Māori vs anti-Māori! Personally, I tried to engage with the detail of the bill in good faith. I think one of the most underrated qualities in people is a genuine capacity to think critically or even change your mind. It’s a curiously strange thing these days to come across someone who doesn’t instantly default to their team or side. It seemed to me though that there was a fundamental problem with proposed principles. They didn’t accurately reflect what the Treaty actually says. Te Tiriti specifically guarantees Māori tino rangatiratanga. It has, if you like, a Māori-specific carve-out that did not appear in ACT’s interpretation. In my view, that absence was absolutely critical. Many of the bill’s opponents accused ACT of a cynical approach to the debate. I can’t speak for the party’s motivations, but I do think the most honest approach would have been to define the principles by what is clearly said in the Treaty, rather than what anyone thinks should be said in the Treaty. And that leads me to my final point: the Treaty is clearly an imperfect document. The English and Māori versions say different things. There is no returning New Zealand to 1840, and in the context of the modern day, it’s clunky. I do think David Seymour’s broader desire about more purposefully defining the Treaty’s application and meaning in modern New Zealand, is a good one (or at least worthy of more consideration). For example, I wonder if 200 years from its signing, New Zealand should aspire towards developing some sort of a written constitution underpinned by the Treaty, that gives it better and clearer effect in the modern World. I think the Te Tiriti o Waitangi / Treaty of Waitangi was meant to unify New Zealand. If we’re honest, this debate probably had the opposite effect. But I still have faith that once the dust settles, we can collectively find a way to constructively have these conversations and move Aotearoa forward. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Marlon Williams: Kiwi musician on his new album 'Te Whare Tīwekaweka' 15:25
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedOne of New Zealand’s finest voices, Marlon Williams has released his fourth studio album – written entirely in te reo Māori. The Kiwi musician has a global presence, having collaborated with the likes of Florence + the Machine, and toured with legends like Bruce Springsteen, bagging six NZ Music Awards and an APRA silver scroll. But for ‘Te Whare Tīwekaweka’, Williams returned to his roots. Translating to ‘Messy House’, Williams told Jack Tame the title is a metaphor for the pains of chaos and creation, and how creativity often comes from disorder. “You have a house full of, of ideas, and, and you sort of sit quietly and let them talk to each other, and then hopefully they form some sort of cohesive thing.” The idea of writing an album entirely in te reo has been floating around Williams’ brain for a while, he was just waiting for an excuse to begin. “I grew up speaking a little bit,” he told Tame. “I went to Kōhanga Reo, but it all sort of drifted away from me again as I went into my, moved on into childhood, into primary school.” Although he drifted away from speaking the language, Williams didn’t stop singing in te reo. “It's just such a, a beautifully, a beautifully sung language.” “I always knew at some point that I was gonna come back around and, and give myself an excuse." LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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It was Murphy’s Law, of course. An inevitable that’ll-teach-ya for breaking one of the golden laws of parenting: never take off a nappy if you don’t have a replacement immediately to hand. Especially when your six-week-old baby has been stewing and straining and writhing in his cot. And double-especially (that’s a thing) when he just had the live rotavirus vaccine and it’s playing havoc with his belly. It was just as I bent his legs up and put a little squeeze on his stomach that I sensed it. Something in the air. A drop in barometric pressure. A little facial expression, perhaps. It might have been 2am but I threw myself back and across the room, out of the line of fire. It was like that scene in The Matrix, where time stops and Neo dodges bullets. You know in a horror movie when someone has their throat slit, and the blood sprays on the wall? It’s a pattern, an arc, a kind of parabola of crimson gore. It was like that. Except yellow. An explosion of you-know-what was in his tummy one second, and literally dripping down the wall the next. And the bin. And on the laundry basket, the exposed floorboards and the corner of the chunky woolknit carpet. Somehow, he got it through the crack of the door to my wardrobe, a patina of tiny little specks down on my shoes. The distance he covered was unbelievable. I actually pulled out a tape measure the next morning... from the change table to the wall was 90-odd centimetres: twice his height. In relative terms, it’s as if I pulled, twisted, and strained and pulled up my legs and propelled my last meal across three and a half metres of open territory. Guiness World Records, give us a call! I hosed him down, delivered him to his mum, fetched the disinfectant and started scrubbing the walls. The next morning, I put him on the change table again. This time he wasn’t squirming. His tummy was a bit more settled. As I re-dressed him and pulled on his onesie, I sang to my son, and he stared up into my eyes. “It’s our problem freeeee,” I sang. His face changed just a little as he cooed... was that a smile? “Philosophyyyyy,” he squealed. “Hakuna Matata,” his little mouth broke out in a giant smile. No question. An unmistakable smile. His whole face, his whole body seemed to smile with him. Just for me. I felt my chest flood with endorphins. It was the craziest physical reaction, just this rush, this sweep of joy and love. It said it all, really. Dripping walls one days and his first smiles for Dad the next. Welcome to parenting. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Estelle Clifford: Elton John and Brandi Carlile - Who Believes in Angels? 7:08
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like Liked‘Who Believes in Angels?’ is a trip outside of the comfort zones of Elton John and Brandi Carlile. The collaborative album features ten songs, written and recorded from scratch in just 20 days. Estelle Clifford joined Jack Tame to share her thoughts on the joint release from these two talented artists. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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The great Swiss city of Zurich is one of the more picturesque, pixel-burning European gateway destinations. Within minutes of exiting Zurich Airport, armed with my trusty Eurail Pass, I was blissfully whizzing into the city centre on a 10 minute train ride. Strolling across the cobbles of this time-honoured city in the crisp spring air, there’s so much urban eye-candy to lift the spirit. I sized up the largest clock face in Europe, on the edge of the Limmat River. It’s bigger than Big Ben. Riding the skyline, the historic tower of St Peter Church is imbued with a trusty timepiece, as are the oh-so punctual church bells that loudly reverberate across the Old Town from the four historic churches, including mighty Grossmunster Cathedral. No wonder everything runs to time in Switzerland. According to legend, Zurich’s 13th-century landmark cathedral was founded by Charlemagne, built on the graves of the city’s patron saints, Felix and Regula. It was also the starting place of the Protestant Reformation in Zurich. Culture is writ large in Zurich’s Old Town, where the narrow-cobbled streets gave rise to the Dada art movement just over a century ago. I popped into Cabaret Voltaire, at Spiegelgasse 1, which was the birthplace of Dada and the avant-garde artistic movement in 1916. Absinthe is the drink of choice here, among Dada’s ghosts. Strolling along Bahnhofstrasse, flanked by chic designer boutiques and swanky department stores, Café Sprungli deserves a pit-stop. This prized Zurich institution is rightly lauded for its heavenly macaroons and hand-crafted chocolates. They are like exquisite works of art – as were the Easter chocolate displays. It’s like a bespoke art gallery in chocolate. Don’t mind if I do. Further down the street, if feeling a little decadent, make a date with Teuscher for its famed champagne truffles. In a city of water and stone bridges, a top vantage point to survey the elemental landscape, above the twisting lanes of the Old Town, is the Lindenhof. This was the site of a former Roman customs house and fourth-century fort, perched above the water. Alongside soaking up the city vistas, this elevated park with its Linden trees and giant chess sets is the pitch-perfect spot for a cheeky picnic. The vast assortment of guildhalls is core to Zurich’s backstory, and they’re great fun to explore. In 1336, Zurich’s first independent mayor, Rudolf Brun, established the guild laws, effectively shifting power from the abbeys to the merchant nobility. The handsome guildhalls, with all their intricate decorative features, lend themselves to a leisurely inspection. I started at the bakers’ guild, in Oberdorfstrasse, before heading over the river’s east bank to Niederdorf, to admire the guilds of the carpenters, builders, the food and wine dealers, the textiles and spice merchants, all along Limmatquai. Then, on Munsterhof, you’ve got mansions of the weavers, saddlemakers, painters and winemakers. In German-speaking Zurich, the street food tradition of wurst remains wildly popular – particularly for lunch. In the Old Town, tuck into some great sausage at Wursteria by Hinz and Kunz. This part-butcher shop and part deli serves up super spicy bratwurst in a fluffy bun. So good! As its name suggests, Cafe Conditorei 1842, on Napfgasse, is an old-school establishment, chock-full of sweet indulgence. Spanning four floors, food lovers can enjoy patisserie, cakes and hot drinking chocolate – they claim to be Zurich’s best. On the ground floor of this historic confectioner’s store, impressively decorated in neo-baroque style, you’ll struggle to find a finer array of patisserie, cakes and tarts. I could have stayed there all day. And yes – the steaming mug of hot chocolate with whipped cream was magnificent. Speaking of chocolate, the Lindt and Sprungli factory has called Zurich home, since 1899. Seven years in the making, Lindt Home of Chocolate, was designed to complement the historic building and serve as a beacon to chocolate lovers everywhere. From cultivation to production, the interactive museum does a sterling job telling the story of Swiss chocolate making, not only about Lindt, but its predecessors. While the maze of white, milk, and dark chocolates is impressive, the Lindt Home of Chocolate also boasts another record: the world's largest chocolate fountain. Standing at about 30 feet tall, even Willy Wonka would be impressed by this show-stopper. Zurich is home to FIFA’s world headquarters and in a bid to stop pesky football fans from loitering in the lobby, the FIFA Museum was created nine years ago, in the heart of town. Spread over three floors and loaded with interactive exhibitions, the FIFA Museum examines all aspects of the global game and how it passionately stirs people’s emotions. Football is the great equaliser. Along with the original FIFA World Cup Trophy, the museum displays over 1,000 items of exclusive memorabilia and apparel, including the national shirts of all FIFA member associations. The original trophy, which features a gold statuette of Nike, the Greek goddess of victory, holding a cup, was permanently awarded to Brazil after they won the cup for the third time, in 1970. The current trophy contains 5kg of pure gold and its estimated value is over NZ$30m. A highlight amongst the interactive games gallery is the gigantic pinball machine, where you can test your own ball kicking skills. With the next World Cup just a year away and featuring the All Whites for just the third time, add this museum to your check-list. Creating quite a buzz in recent years, Zurich-West has been spectacularly transformed from a once scruffy industrial district. Emerging as a vibrant cultural quarter of trendy eateries and edgy art, factories have been repurposed as theatres and shipyards reimagined as art galleries. Viadukt is an exemplary example of the makeover, with a host of eateries, pop-up shops and art spaces housed inside the arches of the disused, 550-feet long railway viaduct. You’ll also find Prime Tower here, a 35-storey skyscraper (Switzerland’s tallest), serving up a panoramic treat across Zurich’s rooftops, gleaming lake and snow-coated peaks beyond. Take in the sweeping scenery over a drink or two at Clouds Bar – and salute your return to Europe. The locals are very proud of the city’s brilliant and bizarre festivals. In August Zurich hosts Street Parade, one of Europe's biggest celebrations of peace, love and electronic music, attended by millions of people. In a couple of weeks, the city grinds to a halt for Seschselauten. This annual April spectacle involves setting on fire a giant straw snowman called the Boogg. The time it takes for the Boogg's head to explode indicates whether it will be a good summer, apparently. The word is Zurich is in for a long, warm summer. Perfectly poised overlooking Paradeplatz, the city’s most prestigious address, the Mandarin Oriental Savoy Hotel offers a stylish stay to remember, when in Zurich. Just steps from the city’s iconic shopping sweep of Bahnhofstrasse, it’s been just over a year since the Mandarin Oriental revitalised what has been Zurich’s oldest grand hotel, reaching back to 1838. Elegantly and artfully refreshed, with a boutique hotel vibe, the 80 impeccably redesigned rooms and suites raise the bar on luxury and indulgence. There’s four distinctive dining venues including the Michelin-starred Orsini, where the Italian fine dining experience is helmed by acclaimed two-Michelin starred Italian Consultant Chef Antonio Guida. Then there’s 1838, the effervescent rooftop bar with its spell-binding panoramic vistas of the city, lake and serrated Swiss Alps. Plus Savoy Brasserie & Bar is a sure-bet for a stupendous breakfast, with an delightfully presented buffet selection, in addition to a la carte menu items. Accommodations take their design cues from the natural palette of Zurich, headlined by the artisanal hand-painted silk wallpapers, inspired by the aqua green and blue hues of the lake and sky, to the mist of the surrounding mountains. Meticulously crafted design elements and materials adorn the rooms. Accents of colour are also reflected in custom furniture and carpets. Principal materials include walnut as a common thread, touches of bronze and brass and enamelled lava together with the comfort of luxurious textiles. Throughout the hotel, I loved admiring the multitude of sculptural lighting fixtures and lamps. I stayed in the Munsterhof Suite, accentuating the sumptuous sense of comfort, glamour and space, loaded with indulgent touches. There’s a personal cocktail bar, built-in headboards, sublime marble-clad bathrooms and expansive walk-in dressing areas. As is the case with all Mandarin Oriental properties, you’ll soon get a sense of the strong local connection the hotel has with the city. Local artists are proudly showcased with numerous pieces of art to admire, throughout the hotel. Grab a peek at the storied meeting room on the second floor, which is still home to the Guild of Tanners and Shoemakers. These traditional Swiss craftsmen have been meeting here for over a century. Service personifies whip-smart Swiss efficiency and the charismatic staff are highly personable, outgoing and engaging. You’ll struggle to find fault with this gorgeous hotel which has mastered the art of fusing contemporary comforts with timeless opulence and celebrating a deep respect for history, tradition and proud sense of place. www.mandarinoriental.com Grab a ticket to ride on the European railway network with a Eurail Pass. For over 65 years, Eurail Passes have enabled flexible borderless rail travel across Europe. 7000 Kiwis purchased such a pass last year, which gives you access to 30,000 destinations across 33 countries, allowing you to chart your own amazing rail adventure. On popular rail routes, it certainly pays to make a seat reservation in advance. Lock in your rail plans ahead of your trip, by booking tickets or a rail pass to suit with Eurail direct. The mobile pass is the way to go. The Eurail app is easy to navigate, packed with helpful information and benefits, network disruption notifications, and enabling you to check timetables, lock in bookings and seat reservations on the go, via your mobile. www.eurail.com Fly to Zurich with Cathay Pacific who operate ultra-contemporary A350-1000s, from Auckland via Hong Kong. The cabin air quality is decidedly better, the aircraft are noticeably quieter and I experienced minimal jet-lag. The extensive CX Entertainment system kept me suitably engaged with excellent movie and box-set selections, live news channels - all in vivid 4K, plus in-flight WiFi is available. www.cathaypacific.com Mike Yardley is our resident traveller and can be heard every Saturday with Jack Tame on Newstalk ZB. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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There’s been a fair few changes in the electric vehicle market in the past few years, but when it comes to actually using one, how do they fare? Kate Hall has just finished up a two month trip around New Zealand – driven entirely in an electric car. She joined Jack Tame to recap the experience, and answer a few questions about the logistics of the trip. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Catherine Raynes: A Sea of Unspoken Things and Dream State 4:06
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedA Sea of Unspoken Things by Adrienne Young James and Johnny Golden were once inseparable. For as long as she can remember, James shared an almost supernatural connection with her twin brother, Johnny, that went beyond intuition—she could feel what he was feeling. So, when Johnny is killed in a tragic accident, James knows before her phone even rings that her brother is gone and that she’s alone—truly alone—for the first time in her life. When James arrives in the secluded town of Six Rivers, California, to settle her brother’s affairs, she’s forced to revisit the ominous events of their shared past and finally face Micah, the only other person who knows their secrets—and the only man she has ever loved. But as James delves deeper into Johnny’s world, she realizes that their unique connection hasn’t completely vanished. The more she immerses herself in his life, the more questions she has about the brother she thought she knew. Johnny was hiding something, and he’s not the only one. The deeper she digs, the more she is compelled to unravel the truth behind the days leading up to Johnny’s death. Ultimately, James must decide which truths should come to light, and which are better left buried forever. Dream State by Eric Puchner Cece is in love. She has arrived early at her in-laws' beautiful lake house in Salish, Montana, to finish planning her wedding to Charlie, a cardiac anaesthesiologist with a brilliant future. When Charlie asks Garrett, his best friend from college, to officiate, Cece can't imagine anyone less appropriate for the task. Garrett doesn't believe in love, much less marriage. But as she spends time with him and his gruff mask slips, her long-held expectations for her life with Charlie begin to crumble, leading to an impulsive decision that will alter the three friends' lives forever - the events of that July reverberating through marriage, parenthood and across generations. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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What is the Achilles tendon? It’s the largest strongest tendon in the human body. A fibrous cord that attaches the calve muscle of the lower leg to the heel. You can feel it at the back of your ankle. It’s critical to walking, running, and jumping. How do we injure it? The most common situation is during an active sport – rugby, soccer, basketball, etc. Happens with forceful movement sprinting, jumping. Quick stops or change in direction, direct trauma to the tendon. For older people, the tendon can weaken and rupture. What are the symptoms? A sudden sharp pain back of lower leg or heel. There’s often a popping or snapping sound. People are unable to walk or stand on tiptoes, and there’s swelling or bruising lower back of leg. You can sometimes see or feel a gap or indent in tendon. What do you do about it? You need diagnosis: a doctor will examine you and often order an ultrasound or MRI. Non-surgical: try and get to heal up on your own – only applies for a partial tear or a ‘non athlete’. Often put in special moon boot for up to 2 months Orthopaedic Surgeon: For a complete rupture, athletes, younger healthier patients – no surgery fails. Often within two weeks of injury, they stitch the tendon back together 3-6 months of recovery and physio involved to rehab and strengthen the tendon and get moving again. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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On the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for Saturday 5 April 2025, the man with the velvet voice Marlon Williams joins Jack in studio for a chat about his brand-new album – it’s a little different from his last. Jack ponders Trump's success rate against the global downturn his tariffs have caused. Tech expert Paul Stenhouse discusses the fallout for big companies already feeling the effects of the new policies. And Nici Wickes' heart is a-flutter with the thought of quince possibilities. Get the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast every Saturday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Tara Ward: Bergerac, Am I Being Unreasonable?, Last One Laughing UK 6:27
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedBergerac A reboot of the classic British drama about a police detective living on the island of Jersey. Ex-cop Jim Bergerac is forced to confront a troubling past case when a wealthy woman is murdered, pushing him to overcome personal demons and reignite his investigative prowess to navigate family tensions and law enforcement scrutiny (TVNZ+). Am I Being Unreasonable? Nic is a lonely mum who is grieving a loss she cannot tell anyone about. She feels trapped in her life, her depressing marriage, and the cat is missing. Her young son Ollie is the only thing that keeps her going because he is her main source of happiness. When new mum Jen moves to town, she and Nic quickly develop a deep friendship that brings a lot of joy and laughter, but threatens to bring up old history and secrets that Nic feels are better left in the past (TVNZ+). Last One Laughing UK Famous for his dark humour, one liners and THAT laugh, Jimmy Carr challenges 10 of Britain’s funniest comics to spend the day together without so much as cracking a smile. The 10 comics use every ounce of their comedic talents to try and break their opponents without cracking up themselves (Prime Video). LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Ruud Kleinpaste: Autumn flowers - Invest in some bulbs and corms! 4:05
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedSeeing as it’s now autumn, a number of bulbs can be planted in the garden. Here’s a few of them: Tulip A fabulous early spring colour. There’s some historical stuff with the Dutch making heaps of money out of often virus-ridden “varieties” (early 1600-s AD) selling them for Fl 3000.00 per bulb (while the average yearly wage of a skilled craftsman was around Fl 300.00) – the bulb bubble burst in 1637 AD. These days they are a bit cheaper and more reliable. They grow well in South Island with very cool winters – up north they need winter chilling (taking out of the soil and put in fridge for 8 weeks). In mild climates it pays to plant later in the year, in May or June. But in South Island, planting the bulbs can start in a few weeks; order them now! Great bulb outlets: Bulbs direct Garden Post NZBulbs Fiesta Bulbs Hadstock Farm in Springston Work the soil to 20 cm deep in sunny to semi-shade positions(bulbs prefer well-drained soils). Plant 15 cm spaced and 15 cm deep – in warmer climates, plant them a bit deeper (20 cm deep). A bit of mulch over the planting site will keep weeds down. Bulb fertiliser is recommended and after flowering, some blood and bone will feed the green leaves. Do NOT cut those green leaves after flowering: they gather sunlight (photosynthesis) for re-stocking the food reserves inside the bulbs underground. Narcissus Daffodils Prep the soil to 40 cm or so – daffodils’ roots go way down! Plant them 10 cm deep and spaced to 10 cm apart. Well-drained soils work best – perhaps under deciduous trees. Hagley Park is a great example. Planting them in full sun is okay too. Mass planting works well, and the bulbs will come up year after year. They are not as fussy as tulips in terms of cool winter soils. Apart from the far north, the whole of New Zealand is daffodil country. Bulbs will multiply. Crocus: the lovely smelling spring flowers Plant the corms in autumn a couple of centimetres deep and closely-spaced for best effect – they are best lifted after the foliage dies down. Of course, Saffron is a crocus, but it flowers in Autumn (March). Leucojum, also known as snowflake It has a special place in my heart: we used to have a rare and endangered native species in the wetlands where I used to roam as a nature nerd in the Netherlands. Many different varieties now – flowering in early spring, planting in early April. Bulbs in containers Most of these bulbs do well in containers. Picture a terracotta pot with these plants massed together – you can shift them inside when they flower to enjoy, or put them on the patio so you see them through the ranch-slider. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Paul Stenhouse: Impact of tariffs on Apple, Nintendo halts pre-orders on the Switch 2 4:50
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedApple is going to take a beating Goods shipped from China to the US will face 54% tariffs, and Vietnam —where Apple has shifted some of its manufacturing— has tariffs of 46%. The only good news for consumers is the inventory that's already in the US isn't subject to tariffs, and companies have been stockpiling inventory – but that will change. We also don't know how much of these tariffs will be absorbed into the profit margin, and how much will be passed on. It's partly why Apple's stock has taken a beating, because they're either going to see decreased revenue if consumers hold onto their devices longer, or their profits crunched by increased costs. Nintendo's halting pre-orders on its new console The hotly anticipated Switch 2 won't be taking pre-orders in the US on April 9th, as was the plan just two days ago. The company says it's taking the step "in order to assess the potential impact of tariffs and evolving market conditions”. Nintendo says the console’s June 5th release date is unchanged. They also haven’t said where its new consoles will be made. Initial feedback from the launch was about the price – from the console to the games to the accessories, things are more expensive all around. Switch 2 will hit stores at $449.99 USD / $799 NZD, along with new games “Mario Kart World” and “Street Fighter 6″. It's larger and faster than the OG Switch and includes a dedicated button to launch a chat with your friends. The improved processors mean 24 racers can compete in Mario Kart World at the same time. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Kevin Milne: Real estate woes and property pressures 6:21
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedFinding a place to live can be challenging whether you’re a renter or a potential buyer. Kevin Milne’s been thinking about real-estate, particularly deadline sales and sales by tender and the pressures they place on buyers – first home buyers in particular. He also heard from his son living over in London, that renting a flat is no longer a matter of getting your application in first, but rather you have to be willing to bid for it. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Francesca Rudkin: Novocaine and A Minecraft Movie 10:27
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedNovocaine When the girl of his dreams gets kidnapped, a man turns his inability to feel pain into an unexpected advantage as he fights a bunch of thugs to get her back. A Minecraft Movie A mysterious portal pulls four misfits into the Overworld, a bizarre, cubic wonderland that thrives on imagination. To get back home, they'll have to master the terrain while embarking on a magical quest with an unexpected crafter named Steve. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Quince paste, or membrillo, is a sweet, thick fruit preserve made from quinces, sugar and lemon juice. Popular in Spain and Portugal, it has a firm, jelly-like texture and a deep amber colour. Traditionally served with cheese, especially Manchego, its floral aroma and tart-sweet flavour creates a perfect pairing. Make one sandwich tin of paste Ingredients 6 medium-sized quince 1 ¼ cup (or ¾ of the weight of your cooked & pureed quince) Juice of 2-3 lemons Method Peel and quarter the quinces. Place in a large baking dish, half cover with water, cover with foil and bake at 180 C for 2 hours or until very soft. Drain the liquid (this can be kept to flavour soda water etc). When fruit is cool enough to handle, remove the core with a spoon. Puree the fruit in a food processor or blender. Weigh this, then spoon into a saucepan with ¾ the amount of sugar. For example, I had 1.5kg puree so added about 1.1kg sugar. Squeeze in lemon juice (about one lemon per cup of cooked quince). Bring to a simmer and cook for about 45 minutes to one hour, or until it reduces to a thick paste. Stir it as often as you pass the stove and watch it carefully once it begins to darken as it will want to ‘catch’ on the bottom of the pot. The quince paste is done when it is a darker red-brown and a wooden spoon drawn through the mix leaves a distinct trail that takes several seconds to close up. Pour the paste into a baking paper-lined tin, smoothing the surface into an even layer. Allow to set and cool to room temperature. Refrigerate quince paste, uncovered, until cold, then cut paste into squares, using a hot knife. Store covered. Serve with cheese. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Jack Tame: It's hard to see how Trump's tariffs will work out how he says 4:15
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedTrump’s been right before. There are occasions when he’s come out with something seemingly crazy —totally bananas— earning him all the ire and ridicule of the expert class and the media, only to maybe be proven right over time. The one that springs to mind is the travel ban with China, shortly after Covid-19 took off. One minute he was being rinsed for it, the next, everyone had a travel ban with China. That being said, it is so hard to see how his extraordinary move this week is going to work out as he says it will. Overnight, China has reacted to the tariff plan and share markets around the world have continued to shed trillions of dollars in value. Today is not the day for checking your KiwiSaver balance! But even as the US Federal Reserve says America should expect slower economic growth and higher inflation, the White House insists his plan is working. One of the curious things about this term is how little he’s seemed to care about the stock market. In his first term as President, anything that hurt share prices elicited an immediate backdown, and Trump constantly bragged about how he had the strongest economy ever. It’s going to be extremely difficult to make that argument when almost everything costs more. Still, if we’ve learnt anything from the past it shouldn’t be that sometimes Trump is right to buck conventional wisdom, it’s that in the absurd polarised world we live in, personality and teams are more important than facts. This applies to many of his opponents as well – people on the absolute opposite end of the political spectrum. But Trump’s keenest cheerleaders are so slavishly loyal, many refuse to even acknowledge the most obvious objective failings. So his team accidentally messaged war plans to a journalist? Well, we’ll just insist they weren’t classified. So he’s slapped tariffs on uninhabited sub-Antarctic islands? Of course he has! Those penguins have been getting away with murder! He’s kicked off a global trade war that’ll leave a majority of us worse off? Fantastic. All part of the genius. It’s a fool’s game to try and predict Donald Trump’s next move but for the little it’s worth, my best guess is that none of these tariffs are set in stone. Countries are going to try and placate him. Companies in the US are going to try and negotiate their own little carve-outs. Trump’s gonna absolutely love picking favourites, but his approach will lurch all over the place, defined only by spur-of-the-moment whims and incoherence. Regardless of what happens, he will claim success. His supporters will agree, but the global order looks that much more unstable. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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On the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for Saturday 29 March 2025, Toto's lead vocalist Joe Williams joins Jack to discuss the band's endurance and his musical multiformity ahead of the band's NZ tour. Jack got stuck into Tara Ward's screentime recommendation Adolescence this week, andcan't stop thinking about it. Should salmon be baked or grilled? Chef Nici Wickes offers her take. And, Master Sommelier Cameron Douglas had a perfect wine match. Get the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast every Saturday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Joe Williams: Toto band member on heading to New Zealand 12:58
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedAmerican rock band Toto are hitting are gracing New Zealand shores next month as part of their global tour. The band was formed in 1977, mixing the right blend of groove and melody that swept up crowds. Band member Joe Williams talks to Jack Tame about their incredible history and visit to our country. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Catherine Raynes: See How They Fall & and Nobody’s Fool 4:51
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedSee How They Fall by Rachel Paris Turner Corp, a luxury goods empire, has been rocked by the death of its founder. As his three sons gather at the family's opulent estate for a long weekend, tensions rise when an illegitimate heir is introduced - and no one could predict the tragedy that follows. Skye, who married into the dynasty, is uneasy in her husband's world, hiding her own secrets while trying to maintain a normal life for their six-year-old daughter. The weekend quickly morphs into any parent's worst nightmare, leaving Skye desperate to uncover the truth about the Turner family. Mei, the detective assigned to the case, faces pressure from her superiors to close the investigation swiftly. However, as she begins to unpick the complex web of lies and betrayal, she realizes that pulling at these threads might just bring down an empire... Nobody’s Fool by Harlan Coben A year after the devastating events that took place in Fool Me Once, a secret from former Detective Sami Kierce's college days comes back to haunt him. The present day is hard enough for Kierce, but his past isn't through with him yet. MALAGA, 2000 Sami Kierce, a young man backpacking in Spain with friends, wakes up one morning. He is covered in blood. There's a knife in his hand. Beside him, the body of a woman. Anna. Dead. He begins to scream. NEW YORK CITY, 2025 Kierce, now a disgraced detective, is teaching night classes when he recognizes a familiar face in the crowd. Anna. It's unmistakably her. But as soon as he makes eye contact with her, she runs. For Kierce there is no choice. He knows he must find this woman and solve the mystery that still haunts his every waking moment. His investigation will bring him face-to-face with his past. Soon he discovers that some secrets should stay buried... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Dougal Sutherland: Presenteeism, losing work for mental and physical health 7:40
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedMost people know about the impact mental and physical health can have on absenteeism (i.e., being off work due to ill-health) and the associated effect this has on productivity. People are less familiar with presenteeism – that’s where you go to work with mental or physical health problems and don’t function to the full extent of your ability Hidden cost as difficult to spot 25% of the 8500 people we surveyed said they had experienced presenteeism in the past month Impact on their work is, on average, working 33% below best possible performance Cost of $2000 per month per employee (based on average salary estimates) More than $46billion cost per annum to NZ if extrapolate that across all orgs – note that this is an estimate and we need more research Lower productivity can be due to: Being distracted Low energy levels Can’t focus on goals Unable to finish tasks Interestingly 4 types of presenteeism: Dysfunctional (described above) Overachieving -where you work really hard to make up for it, but increase your chances of burning out Functional – everyone is aware that you’re not operating at 100% but manager has altered workload to help in the short-term and you build back up to full capacity Therapeutic – performing less than usual, possibly due to long-term condition, but it’s good for you to be at work This is an emerging area for many businesses, so raising awareness is key and understanding potential impact on productivity Need further research in NZ as little studied Would want to move to a position where employees feel they can take time off if they need it to recover rather than returning to work And, having workplaces where these sort of issues can be discussed openly without fear of retribution and employee and manager can work together to structure workload to help recovery and return to full productivity quicker. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Mike Yardey: Europe's best railway restaurants 5:22
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIf you’re tripping your way around Europe independently, travelling by train is the incomparable transport mode of choice. It’s the fast, efficient and faff-free way to travel, with the added bonus of depositing you in the absolute heart of dream European destinations. But across Europe, their grand and venerable railway stations also house some remarkable restaurant experiences – the real hidden treasures housed within these grand-scale transport hubs. So why settle for an underwhelming grab-and-go sandwich when Europe’s busiest stations host some brilliant trackside brasseries and bistros? They’re also a great way to herald your arrival or departure from some glittering destinations. More and more of these station restaurants have really upped their culinary game in recent years. So where should you go to sample some of the best in class? Starting in London, Booking Office 1869 is located within St. Pancras Station. As the name suggests, it was originally the vast ticket office for the station. Four years ago, the space was redesigned as a Victorian-style winter garden, with towering palm trees and plant-themed chandeliers. Each one of features 275 hand-cut brass leaves! Backed by exposed brickwork, a superb 22-metre-long bar, carved from marble and walnut. Dining? Expect British classics alongside nods to far-flung destinations. The Scottish charcuterie board is perfect for lunch. It’s also a great spot for high tea. Paris? You cannot beat Le Train Bleu at Gare de Lyon. Dating back to 1901, this explosion of Belle Époque grandeur fast became a meeting place for artists, poets and playwrights, and the decor was inspired by the Mediterranean coast’s most glamorous destinations. The walls are lined with priceless watercolour paintings, while chandeliers, gilt-framed mirrors, frescos and leather banquettes ramp up the luxury. Headlining the delectable menu, Provençal-style octopus stew and the roast leg of lamb, carved tableside. You may recall this is the restaurant from the Bean Movie, where Mr Bean had some trouble trying to swallow the king prawns. For a memorable first-class dining experience in Amsterdam, the Grand Café Restaurant 1e Klas is located by Platform 2 of the Centraal Station. It also embodies the timeless romance of rail travel, with the restaurant preserving its original look and elegant style of the 19th century. It was originally the first-class waiting hall. The extensive menu offers quick turnarounds, while the croquette and bitterbal tasting is very popular. True to the weird and eclectic Dutch sense of humour, a rather talkative cockatoo called Elvis, perched by the bar. Tripping to Spain? Estación Barcelona-Sants station is home to La Mundana. This recent Bib Gourmand recipient serves up masterful takes on Spanish, Japanese and French classics, tapas-style. Artistically plated, it’s a stirring dining experience, but also sharply-priced and unpretentious. For steeply-priced posh nosh in Brussels, La Brasserie de la Gare Brussels Midi has earned the Michelin Guide’s stamp of approval. But aside from the cuisine, it’s the décor that is the big draw, with antique train lanterns, train timetables and railway workers’ hats richly adorning the restaurant. For a bite that won’t weigh too heavily on your wallet, whistle up some shrimp croquettes. If you’re Itay-bound and find yourself at Stazione Centrale in Milan, check out All’AnticoVinaio. This exuberantly decorated eatery and its owner has become a Tik Tok sensation, with videos galore of him constructing his double-decker Italian subs. Made using the freshest schiacciata bread, sink your teeth into the ‘Favolosa’ sandwich, which is stacked with salami, pecorino cheese, artichoke spread and spicy eggplants. If you’re after a Golden Arches experience to blow your hair back, Nyugati Railway Station in Budapest, Hungary, is home to what is claimed to be the world’s most beautiful McDonald’s. It has just reopened after a tip-to-toe restoration to the 150 year old building. The antique lamps and painted stucco ceilings have been refreshed, keeping the vintage designs in place, including the huge glass windows that go around the entire building, as well as copper-covered light fixtures. Amid all the neo-Classical glory from the Hapsburg empire, the touch-screen ordering kiosks look curiously out of place. Finally, a newcomer to the star-factor scene of railway restaurants can be found in Athens at Rouf Station. Greek actress Tatiana Ligari founded Wagon Restaurant restoring several vintage train carriages - including the original dining car from the 1926 Simplon Orient Express. A century later, the carriage is a fabulous restaurant and bar once again. The evocative romance of rail lives on. Spending some time in some of these restaurants is virtually worth missing your train for. Grab a ticket to ride on the European railway network with a Eurail Pass. On popular rail routes, it certainly pays to make a seat reservation in advance. Lock in your rail plans ahead of your trip, by booking tickets or a rail pass to suit with Eurail direct. The mobile pass is the way to go. The Eurail app is easy to navigate, packed with helpful information and benefits, network disruption notifications, and enabling you to check timetables, lock-in and change bookings on the go, via your phone. www.eurail.com Mike Yardley is Newstalk ZB’s resident traveller and can be heard every week on Saturday Mornings with Jack Tame. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Paul Stenhouse: DNA is up for sale now that 23andMe has filed for bankruptcy 4:44
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedDNA is up for sale, now that 23andMe has filed for bankruptcy It has the DNA of 15 million customers - that's the major asset of the company - so what's next? The company says it intends to continue operating during the sale process, with no changes to the way it stores, manages or protects customer data, the statement said. It's always important to read the fine print! The privacy policy says if users’ data is sold as part of a bankruptcy or acquisition, the same provisions will apply to the new entity.. but the policy also states it can be changed at any time. New York's Attorney General issued an alert encouraging customers to “take action to safeguard their data” and people are - with the website going down multiple times this week. California has the toughest privacy protections in the country, but that legislation is being tested. If the company has no employees, who is there to help process the delete request and physically destroy samples? How would a company handle tens of thousands of requests in a week? The AI note-taker in your meeting now has opinions OtterAI is slowly rolling out the ability to take actions in your meetings. You can summon it like Siri and ask it to send emails, or lookup meeting information in the call. The company is also launching live sales coaching assistance during calls to help close deals and handle complaints. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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A couple of weeks ago our Kiwi Trust (Save the Kiwi) visited Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari (Waikato) – not just for a board meeting, but to see how a modern-day “muster” and translocation looks these days. It reminded me of a restoration exercise in a huge garden! Imagine having a sizeable territory of pretty cool forest, surrounded by a predator-proof fence. We’re talking about 3400 Hectares of safe habitat for all sorts of New Zealand Native/endemic species from a couple of Kakapo to Takahe, stitchbird and saddleback as well as noisy kaka. And oh yes, there are more than 2000 North Island (Western) Brown Kiwi thriving in there as well. Thriving is the operative word. It certainly didn’t always go that well in the past: the decline of North Island Brown Kiwi was about 2% per year, which triggered the then Prime Minister John Key suggest we should have a go at turning -2% into +2%. John MacLennan (Scientist and Trustee of Save the Kiwi) came up with the concept of Kohanga Kiwi. Imagine allowing a heap of kiwi to “do their thing” in such a forest and use that “Kohanga Kiwi” as a Nursery from which we can “harvest” plenty of birds to translocate to predator-controlled areas elsewhere – Capital Kiwi (Wellington), Tongariro Forest, Taranaki Mounga. Last year 222 birds were shifted to new and safe habitats in the North Island. This year it looks like there will be even more travellers in the Kohanga Kaupapa! Birds are caught during the day and at night with highly trained, muzzled kiwi dogs. The birds are tagged by bands or transponders, weighed and health-checked, before kept in a smaller forest enclosure. A day or so later, the birds are transported to their final destination: a forest that is protected from predators. The cool thing is that this Maungatautari Muster is taking place in the forest and in the local Pukeatua Primary school (Handy to have a spare classroom to assist in the kaupapa!). The kids follow what’s happening with the Scientists and volunteers who catch the birds. They record the sizes, the weights, the age, and whether the birds are male or female. They also observe the health checks and note everything down on their own observation sheets. My goodness! I wish I was at such a primary school when I grew up, learning about the operations Manual of the Planet and how to restore our Ecological systems. HQ of Maungatautari Muster 2025 Kiwi out of forest and back to school Kiwi health check. Photo / Kim McGuire and the Maungatautari team This photo is a really good example of female vs male. Gaia (left) is holding a sub adult female and Steven (right) a sub adult male. Both weigh just a little over 1.8kg, and yet you can see they carry that weight differently. The female has a longer body, flatter head, larger feet and curved bill. The male is a smaller bird, has a rounded head and much shorter body and smaller feet. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Tara Ward: The Residence, Good American Family, The Leftovers 5:13
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe Residence Cordelia Cupp, an eccentric detective, arrives at the White House in order to solve a murder which happened during a state dinner (Netflix). Good American Family A couple adopts who they believe is an 8-year-old girl with a rare form of dwarfism, but questions soon arise concerning the actual identity of the adoptee (Disney+). The Leftovers Three years ago, two percent of the global population disappeared without a trace. Now, 'the leftovers' in the small town of Mapleton try to move on with their lives in the wake of this inexplicable event (3 seasons, Neon). LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Paul Stenhouse: Apple sued for false advertising, Google ads versus the news, TikTok's chubby filter 5:18
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedApple has been sued for false advertising over Apple Intelligence As we predicted just last week, Apple has been sued in federal court, saying the features they were promised haven’t been delivered. The complaint says people would have reasonably expected the transformative features, but the delivery has been misleading. One ad showed Game of Thrones and Last of Us actress Bella Ramsey asking Siri for the name of someone they had dinner with at a specific restaurant – capabilities Siri doesn’t have. Google says news is worthless to their ad business They ran an experiment in eight European countries, removing all news results for 1% of the audience, for 2.5 months. What happened? Zero impact on their business. In an absolutely brutal statement, they said the value “could not be statistically distinguished from zero”. There are laws in the EU which forces Google to pay news publishers to use snippets of content in their results. This study will no doubt give Google leverage in future negotiations - based on this study, it seems the news business needs Google more than it needs news. TikTok’s ‘chubby filter’ has been removed Instead of adding makeup or glam, fun vintage effects, or cartoon scenes, this filter added a few pounds. People started posting their “before and after” pictures, with some posting how surprised how good they looked when they were a little heavier. That didn’t go down well. TikTok says they have removed the filter uploaded by one of its sister companies and will not be recommending the videos in its algorithm. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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House flies seem to be making a comeback after a quiet summer, and Kevin Milne has been wondering why you can never seem to catch the pesky insects. He did a bit of research, and it turns out their reaction time and flying speed is much more than we can keep up with. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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These little fritters are just the thing to make before corn disappears for another year and cherry tomatoes are still around for a bit longer too. Sometimes called hush puppies, they’re puffier than usual fritters, crispy and soft. Watch that the corn in them doesn’t leap out and bite you! Make 6-8 Ingredients 1 large egg 3 tablespoons plain flour ½ teaspoon baking powder ½ teaspoon salt and pinch pepper 1 cup corn kernels 100g cherry tomatoes, halved or quartered 1 tsp cumin seeds Small handful fresh coriander, chopped Splash of iced water as needed Cooking oil for shallow frying 3 tablespoons sour cream to serve Pinch chilli powder to serve Lime wedges to serve Method In a bowl whisk together the egg, flour, baking powder and salt and pepper. Stir in the corn, tomatoes, cumin and coriander until combined to a thick, chunky batter. Add a little iced water if it seems too stiff. Heat enough oil in a small pan or saucepan to be able to shallow fry tablespoonfuls of the batter until golden brown. Cook in batches. Mix chilli with sour cream and serve with fritters. Variations Replace cumin with grated lemongrass. Add 2 rashers of chopped bacon or ham. Replace cumin with chopped basil or oregano and shower with grated parmesan to serve. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Francesca Rudkin: Firebrand and The Electric State 8:44
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedFirebrand In Tudor England, Katherine Parr reluctantly agrees to become the sixth wife of the tyrannical King Henry VIII. Her consent to marry him carries great personal risk, given her predecessors are either vanquished, beheaded or dead. Perceived as a threat by Henry's courtiers, they start to cast doubts about her fidelity and turn the increasingly paranoid king against her. The Electric State An orphaned teen hits the road with a mysterious robot to find her long-lost brother, teaming up with a smuggler and his wisecracking sidekick. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Jack Tame: Luxon is at his best when he's hustling 4:04
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedDespite the polls, I reckon the last two weeks have been among the best for Christopher Luxon in his time as Prime Minister. Sure, the numbers aren’t showing him and his government much love. School lunches still have their issues and the Treaty Principles episode is far from over, but at a time when Luxon faces significant pressure on the domestic front and a pretty grumpy voting public, you can’t deny his efforts at the Infrastructure Investment Summit and in India represent a full-court press in the government’s push for economic growth. I know we don’t have big tangibles yet. I know we don’t yet have a Free Trade Deal. I know that if we do get one negotiated and signed, our biggest primary export sector may end up with very little. But at a time when most of us are feeling really glum about the economy (despite this week’s GDP figures), when unemployment continues to rise, and when our second-biggest trading partner and world’s biggest economy is being led by an erratic and highly-unpredictable President, the welcome that Luxon and his delegation received in India and the resumption of negotiations were meaningful. Sure, it’s a stretch to think get a comprehensive deal signed in the next 18 months, but you can’t argue we’re not in a better position today than we were when Luxon took over. It’s my view that on several occasions as National’s leader, the Prime Minister has suffered from having a bad political radar. I think he’s made some misjudgements that perhaps MPs with more political experience would have been able to avoid. But of his many public-facing responsibilities, I think he’s probably at his best when he’s alongside international business and political leaders in salesman mode as it were, hustling. I was at APEC in Peru with him last year. It was the same. The PM flew in and flew out. The time zone was a dog. He was only the ground for about 48 hours. There were breakfasts and dinners, official meetings, multiple bilaterals all across town and twenty different leaders to meet. I just remember that when he landed, before he even went to his hotel or had a shower, after 17 or 18 hours in the air, Luxon insisted on swinging past the Australian delegation from an impromptu visit to Anthony Albanese. By anyone’s measure, it was a gruelling schedule with no down time, and Luxon always had to be ‘on’. And I asked him just before he flew home how he was feeling. ‘You must be exhausted?’ I said. Honestly, it was as though the possibility had never crossed his mind. ‘Huh?’ He said. ‘No... I love this!’ he said. I believed him. There are plenty of levers governments can pull that impact economic conditions. This government’s critics will argue that a part of New Zealand’s current economic malaise is the result of its policies. Nonetheless, at a time when the world’s biggest superpower is spraying around tariffs and speedily retreating from its traditional international role, I do think there’s value —symbolic or otherwise— in a Prime Minister overtly hustling for his country. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Pat Monahan: Train frontman on the band's enduring success and their upcoming Auckland concert 12:53
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedEveryone has heard a Train song. Their signature blend of rock and pop was a staple of the 2000’s - the band winning multiple Grammy Awards and selling more than 10 million albums worldwide. They’re most well-known for ‘Drops of Jupiter’ and the iconic ‘Hey, Soul Sister’. Train has recently celebrated their 30th anniversary, and are making their way down under to tour New Zealand and Australia. Frontman Pat Monahan told Jack Tame he’s very excited to be coming back to our shores. “I think it’s been too many years.” LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Catherine Raynes: On the Grid: The Inside Track on Formula 1 and Life Hacks for a Little Alien 4:13
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedOn the Grid: The Inside Track on Formula 1 by Luke Smith I've always vowed the moment the grid stops being the best part of my race weekend, it's time to stop working in F1. It's everything about the sport distilled: the sounds, the smells, the tension, the glamor, the people. This is the story of life in F1. Luke Smith has spent over ten years reporting on Formula 1 from all over the world. The grid is his playground, the track his literal running track. In On the Grid he takes us behind the scenes of the past, present and future of Formula 1, telling its story through the eyes of the people who create it - not just the superstar drivers and larger-than-life team principals, but also the pit crew, the engineers, strategists, PR gurus, the fans and more. There's plenty of thrilling drama, cutting-edge technology and glamour, but Smith also shows us the critical mid-race decisions, how that 50-pence screw in the wrong place could cause a GBP15m car to break down, how F1 has influenced not just the cars we drive but our fridges, life-saving medical equipment and even croissants. On the Grid brings to life what the sport is really like, revealing the extraordinary minds and characters that give it such colour and intrigue, while also tracing the origins of the sport's traditions and impact beyond the track. For both long-time fans and newcomers, it's the definitive, access-all-areas account of the people, personalities and culture that make F1 stand alone in world sport. Life Hacks for a Little Alien by Alice Franklin From her first words to her first day at school, Little Alien can't help but get things wrong. She doesn't understand the world the way others seem to, and the world doesn't seem to understand her either. Her anxious mum and meticulous dad, while well-intentioned, are of little help. But when Little Alien sees a documentary about the Voynich Manuscript - a mediaeval codex written in an unknown language and script - she begins to suspect that there are other people who feel just like her. Convinced that translating this manuscript will offer the answers she needs, she sets out on a journey that will show her a delicious taste of freedom. So begins Little Alien's story, told from the perspective of an older, wiser linguist, whose guidance will help Little Alien navigate a world that makes her feel like she doesn't belong. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Chris Schulz: Shihad's farewell tour and their final show at Homegrown 7:21
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe era is coming to an end for Shihad as they perform one last time tonight at Wellington’s final Homegrown festival. The iconic Kiwi rockband has been performing since 1988, but frontman Jon Toogood says they’ve been thinking about bringing it to an end for a while. Chris Schulz attended their final Auckland concert last night, as well as their special show at the Powerstation on Wednesday, and has a few thoughts to share. For more of Chris’ thoughts, click here . LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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"In a city awash with world-class hiking and biking trails, plus geothermal spectacles, it doesn’t take long to work up an appetite amid the sizzle of Rotorua. There are dining temptations aplenty, but here’s some tried-and-true belly-pleasers that I’d strongly suggest you reserve some stomach room for." Read Mike's full article here. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Dougal Sutherland: Parents, children, and the importance of 'me-time' 7:30
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedHaving children is a rewarding experience for many, but it also takes a lot of time and energy. It can be very time consuming, and often leaves parents feeling exhausted, with little time for themselves. And what little time they do get, some parents may feel they’re being selfish. New research shows that mothers who took time out from work and childcare to do things that were fun and pleasurable felt higher levels of vitality – feeling more alert and energised. Dougal Sutherland has a few takeaways from this study: It’s important for parents to have some me-time – this is more than just having time out; it’s actively doing something for fun and pleasure in life It’s not selfish, it helps them to function better Given the positive impact mothers’ me-time has on fathers, it’s actually something that benefits others too, so no need to feel guilty about it – and even if you do, go ahead and do it anyway as it will still work LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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On the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for Saturday 15 March 2025, Train's frontman Pat Monahan tells the story of writing pop-hit ‘Hey, Soul Sister’ ahead of the band's show in New Zealand. Jack discusses a forceful, coordinated international response to Trump's tariffs . Formula 1 fans are in for a huge weekend with Liam Lawson racing in Melbourne. To fill downtime between qualifications and the big race, check out the new Drive to Survive season - Tara Ward discusses how the sport documentary series can't be matched. And, Catherine Raynes discusses the brand-new book from F1 chaser Luke Smith. Get the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast every Saturday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Ruud Kleinpaste: Bumblebees are ready for winter 4:15
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedA few months ago, we chatted about the bumblebee project started at Tekapo School. The kids and teachers created some raised beds full of flowers that attract bumblebees. We have four species here in Aotearoa. The big ones (Buff-tailed bumblebee) are the most common species and also the best pollinators we’ve got (kiwifruit, melons, blueberries, broad beans, etc). These insects are so important in our gardens! For me they are the crucial pollinators on my tomatoes (and capsicums) in the tunnel house. The irony is that tomatoes do not produce nectar (to attract pollinators), instead bumble bees are lured to tomatoes for the pollen they can dislodge by vibrating the flowers (a buzz-movement!). You could also pollinate your tomatoes by using an electric toothbrush that shakes the tomato flowers, but to be honest, I can’t be bothered with that. Buzzing is achieved by vibrating the thoracic muscles very fast while leaving the wings in “neutral”. That same trick allows the hibernating queens to warm themselves up on the coldest mornings of winter. Bumblebees are different from Honeybees in a number of aspects: they do not have a “hive” and don’t gather a lot of nectar. Their colony is usually small (≈100-150 individuals), and last no more than one summer. That’s it! Now is the crucial time for the colony to look after the bumbles’ next generation: you see the Gynes (next generation queens) mating with male bumblebees. The fertilised queens will then look for a suitable place to hibernate – a place that could become the nest site for next spring: dry and dark and able to be excavated. The kids at Tekapo school are inserting small holes in the steep banks around the playing field. Alternatively, they make some small wooden “nest sites” in sheltered areas, hoping that the fertilised queens use those as their winter abode. I reckon that gardeners could create suitable holes like that to attract these pollinators – under a tree trunk, in deep, dry mulch at the base of a sheltering tree. I am trialling a wooden bumblebee box in the shade of trees and shrubs; inside that box is a heap of botanical material from an old mouse-nest. I was told that the overwintering bumblebees seem to love the small of that old mouse nest and their poos. I suppose that’s the way they find their shelter sites in Nature too. And here’s hoping I get a new colony of bumblebees in the garden before winter, so that the queen boss can raise my pollinators for spring this year… LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Pope Francis has spent a month in hospital, struggling with bilateral pneumonia – but what exactly is this infection? What is pneumonia? It’s a serious infection of the lungs. Bacteria and virus (or even a fungus) lodge themselves down in the lungs and cause an infection. It’s often at the base of one or both lungs. The body reacts to the bacteria or virus, causing a reaction to get rid of the infection, resulting in inflamed lung tissue with fluid or pus. What are the causes and how do we know we have pneumonia? There are two basic types: community acquired, and hospital acquired (hospitals are dangerous places for infections!). Risk factors: a weakened immune system, which could be a result of age, a chronic illness like diabetes, asthma, some medications, smoking, or admittance to a hospital. Viruses such as influenza, Covid, and RSV can cause pneumonia, which is why they are dangerous. Main symptoms (can be sudden onset): cough, bringing up phlegm, fever/chills, chest pain, feeling short of breath. How do we treat pneumonia? It depends on the type. It’s often community acquired and is diagnosed on exam with a chest Xray. Treatment includes antibiotics, fluids, rest, paracetamol. If it’s severe and you have difficulty breathing – go to the hospital. If it’s caused by a virus (influenza or Covid), it’s occasionally treated with an anti-viral medication, however, often paracetamol, fluids, rest are used. Some can end up in hospital with oxygen, or if severe, a ventilator till it gets better. How do we prevent pneumonia? This is a reason why vaccination so important, preventing things like influenza, Covid, pneumococcal. Quit smoking. A healthy immune system: eat a balanced diet, regular exercise, mange diabetes, or asthma. If you’re short of breath with a temperature, see your doctor! LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Tara Ward: The Sixth Commandment, The Studio, The Last Anniversary 7:42
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe Sixth Commandment - (Neon) Timothy Spall stars in this BAFTA-winning true crime drama that follows the meeting between an inspirational teacher and a charismatic student that led to one of the most complex and confounding criminal cases in recent memory. The Studio - (Apple TV+) An American comedy about a legacy Hollywood movie studio striving to survive in a world where it is increasingly difficult for art and business to live together. The Last Anniversary - (ThreeNow) Based on the book by Liane Moriarty, this Australian drama is about a family who lives on a remote island, where everyone is hiding secrets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Ruud Kleinpaste: Making the most of tomato seeds 4:44
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedYep – it’s getting cooler – it means that tomatoes - from now on – will slow down. Seeing bumblebees will also slow down and disappear it might be a good idea to harvest your own tomato seeds for next year’s crop. Note: Do not expect any miracles from the seeds found in F1 Hybrid varieties! They are unlikely to come “True to type”. In fact: it will be surprising how different the off-spring can be! F1 Hybrids are cross-pollinated plants with two very different “parents”. F1-s are bred to get an incredible vigour and superior yield. If you like certain F1 Hybrids: just purchase them and you’ll know what you’re going to get next year. The so-called “Open-Pollinated” varieties are the ones that will give you a good chance of getting your favourites (such as Tigerella, Black Krim, Thessaloniki and all the “heirlooms”). This year I got some really nice tomatoes from a birding mate in Te Anau: It’s called Gardeners Delight . Open-Pollinated, juicy and sweet and the size of a rather large cherry tomato This became my project for 2025-2026 season; First of all I will try to grow plants from my current harvest Second: I will buy a packet of Gardeners Delight from Kings Seeds as comparison with my own seed Thirdly – if you’re lucky – I may send you some seeds as well, Jack! Cut the fully-ripe tomatoes open and scoop out the seeds. Put them on some kitchen paper to remove as much of the sticky pulp as possible “Fully Ripe” is NOW, before it gets too cold Chuck the seeds in a strainer/colander under cold water to get most of pulp off the seeds – and dry them all over night; I usually try to clean them again the next day to remove even more of the sticky stuff. Then dry the seeds for two days on paper towel (out of direct sunlight) Pack the seeds in paper envelopes and store in cool, dry area till sowing. If you are in an area with relative humidity, it might pay to add some Silica Gel in the envelope to absorb the moisture and keep the seeds viable for a few years See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Cameron Douglas: Master Sommelier on Pegasus Bay Chardonnay 3:51
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedVintage: 2022 Flavour: Always a fuller-bodied expression with flavours of grapefruit and green melon, some tropical ideas like pineapple and vanilla. Peg' Bay always has the knack of just the measure of new and aged oak barrels to bring shape and form to the bouquet and palate. The frame of this wine is bold and impactful with fruits and non-fruit flavours reflecting the bouquet along with a satin-cream mouthfeel. Cost: RRP at $45.00 Food pairings: Salmon with skin on, pan-seared or baked topped with a soy-glaze, served with lentils (or something earthy), something green and baked jacket potato with lots of sour-cream. Topicality: It's officially autumn, though daytime temps are still warmish, the evenings are definitely getting cooler - so a richer, weightier dish makes sense. Food that is filling and easy to prepare is always a plus. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Andrew Saville: Sports Reporter on Red Bull Racing, Super Rugby wins 8:09
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedAmid Liam Lawson's Red Bull disappointment, experts are saying he was set up to fail with the car he was driving. Sports Reporter Andrew Saville said there's no quick fix for the issue. "You would need to rebuild Liam Lawson a whole new car if they wanted to move away from the type of car that it's set up for Max Verstappen." LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Francesca Rudkin: The Seed of the Sacred Fig and A Working Man 7:26
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe Seed of the Sacred Fig - ( in cinemas ) Judge Iman, paranoid amid Tehran's unrest, loses his gun. Suspecting family, he imposes harsh rules, straining relationships as society destabilizes. A Working Man - ( in cinemas ) Jason Statham stars as Levon Cade, a man who left behind a decorated military career in the black ops to live a simple life of working construction. However, when human traffickers kidnap his boss's daughter, his search to bring her home uncovers a world of corruption far greater than he ever could have imagined. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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I love salmon for an un complicated dinner that somehow always feel special and it makes an easy dinner for one. I find baking salmon too rich for me so I suggest grilling it instead which gets rid of some of the oil and the caramelisation is gorgeous. Serves one 150g salmon fillet, skin on a splash of soy sauce 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger ½ tsp brown sugar vegetable suggestions: leafy greens, grated carrot, pickles ½–1 cup cooked brown rice toasted sesame seeds lemon wedge to serve Preheat the grill of an oven to high. Place the salmon fillet on a foil-lined tray. Mix soy, ginger and sugar together and brush over the salmon. Grill until browned but still moist and tender. Remove skin and grill this to crispy. Arrange the salmon, vegetables and rice in a shallow bowl. Sprinkle over sesame seeds and squeeze over lemon juice and serve with crisped skin. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Kevin Milne: Are car safety ratings too harsh? 8:07
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedCar safety ratings are important when buying a new car, but are they too harsh? Kevin Milne is in the market for a new car for his daughter and talks to Jack Tame about it. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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1 Jack Tame: Netflix' Adolescence is devastatingly perfect 5:35
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe time was 3.34am on a Wednesday morning and I lay there wideawake. I pressed the screen on my phone to check the time any messages, I wondered? I flipped my pillow, shifted my weight and tried to sleep. The obvious cause of my insomnia was the five-week-old grunting and squirming in his sleep sack, a few feet away from me. But it wasn’t the humidity, or the Police helicopter making one of its swoops over the neighbourhood, and this insomnia wasn't caused by a baby. It was caused by Adolescence. My wife and I had watched the final episode, episode four, a few hours earlier. The episode finished, like most of them, in devastating fashion. I sat there, turning over the story in my mind. If you haven’t yet caught the Adolescence buzz, the show has had more hype in the couple of weeks since it came to Netflix than almost any other show in recent times. It’s broken all sorts of records. After just eleven days, it broke the record for the highest-number of Netflix streams in a two week period. Tens of millions of views Worldwide... with millions more everyday. In a sense, Adolescence is a simple concept. It’s a four-episode series set in the U.K about a knife crime. A young woman has been stabbed to death. Every episode Hasan incredibly ambitious production quality in that it's all one shot. The whole thing. 45 minutes or an hour. One take. And in the words of the creator Stephen Graham, it’s less of a Who-dunn it than a Why-dunnit? As someone who’s worked in the telly for twenty years, I feel I have a pretty good sense of how hard it into make a one-shot show. Technically speaking, it is ridiculously complicated. I don’t think most people appreciate how hard it is to light a single scene. But then going from indoors to outdoors to classrooms to hallways to drone shots, a hundred metres off the ground. Sound recording is such a pain. And what if an actor screws up a line 20 minutes in? You start again, that's what. I read a piece which explained many of the crew dressed as extras for the show’s production, so if they were caught in the back of shot it would hopefully make sense. A friend reckoned the single-continuous shot thing might be a bit of a gimmick. What’s the point? He asked. Personally speaking, I just found it never gave me a chance to subconsciously look away, or to catch my breath. No chance to check my phone. The story didn’t pause because the people didn't pause, the scene didn’t end until the episode ended. And what scenes. Sheesh. The speed of Episode One. I just love how it had all of the banal procedural stuff, the process. The chaos of Episode Two at the school. It was a stunning vision of a totally dysfunctional space, the teachers yelling to try and control the kids. The teachers who just didn't care. Episode Three? What a brave, bold call. Just two people in an empty room nothing of visual interesting. Just two actors in conversation; the volatility, the brinksmanship, the unravelling. And episode Four, all that was lost. The desperation. The performances in Adolescence, especially Stephen Graham, were astonishing. I immediately became that person annoyingly texting all of his friends and group chats and asking who had seen it. We think of movies as being art. Well, film, cinema! We probably don’t think of TV as being art in quite the someway. Or at least as often. But how do you define good art? Surely it’s a creative work that makes people feel.. that affects them that sticks with them that has them tossing and turning in bed at 3.34am in the morning, replaying scenes in their head. It's been a long, long time since a TV show affected me like Adolescence. As a story, it was devastating. But as a TV drama, it was close to perfect. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Lucy Lawless: Kiwi actor and director on telling the story of Margaret Moth in 'Never Look Away' 15:02
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedKiwi icon Lucy Lawless has shifted her focus. She’s made the move from actor to director – her debut film a documentary about Margaret Moth, an unconventional war correspondent. The documentary ‘Never Look Away’ premiered at last year’s New Zealand International Film Festival and is coming to Rialto Channel today as a special celebration of International Women’s Day. Lawless told Jack Tame she was approached by Moth’s best friend to make the documentary, and was immediately swept up by the idea. “I wrote back immediately, I mean, within 90 seconds, making all these crazy promises,” she told Tame. “Saying, I will find the money, I will find the producers – the story has to be told.” LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Ed McKnight: Is buying at the bottom of the market the best move? 5:22
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedBuying shares at the bottom of the market isn’t all it's cracked up to be. Instead, Ed McKnight offers a few ideas on what to do instead. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jennie is emerging from BLACKPINK’s shadow, with the release of her debut album as a solo K-pop artist ‘Ruby’. While she’s known as a rapper in the industry, Ruby showcases her talent as a vocalist, with lush R&B infused tracks showing off the full range of her voice. Estelle Clifford joined Jack Tame to share her thoughts on Jennie’s debut album. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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"As much as hospitality can be a fluid and fickle industry with a lot of churn, it’s fair to say that Wellington has been buffeted by some tough times lately. Business closures have been tough on the capital’s self-confidence over the past 12 months, particularly when some legendary establishments have also ended up closing their doors. "But I was encouraged to detect a clear upswing in morale amongst a swag of bar and restaurant operators, as I struck out on an urban food safari recently. With over 400 restaurants competing for your affection, the treasury of culinary temptations is phenomenal." Read Mike's full article here . LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Catherine Raynes: Nesting and One Hundred Years of Betty 4:23
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedNesting by Roisin O’Donnell On a bright spring afternoon in Dublin, Ciara Fay makes a split-second decision that will change her life. Grabbing an armful of clothes from the washing line, Ciara straps her two young daughters into her car and drives away. Head spinning, all she knows for certain is that home is no longer safe. It was meant to be an escape. But with dwindling savings, no job, and her family across the sea, Ciara finds herself adrift, facing a broken housing system and the voice of her own demons. As summer passes and winter closes in, she must navigate raising her children in a hotel room, searching for a new home and dealing with her husband Ryan's relentless campaign to get her to come back. Because leaving is one thing, but staying away is another. One Hundred Years of Betty by Debra Oswald Meet Betty: storyteller, feminist, eternally curious and phenomenally old. On the eve of her hundredth birthday party, Betty tells us her story. Born into poverty in pre-war London, and growing up fast during the Blitz, Betty grabs the chance at a bigger life by migrating to Australia. On board the SS Asturias she meets three people who will influence the course of her life—Pearl, a good-hearted party girl; Athena, a Greek woman on her way to marry a man she has never met; and Leo, a German Jew who lost his family in the war. In Sydney, Betty is making ends meet as a waitress at the famous Trocadero dance hall when she stumbles into a rushed courtship with Donald, a wealthy businessman, and dedicates herself to being the ideal 1950s suburban housewife. But life has other plans for Betty, and soon she must find a way to do more than survive. Set against a century of world events and social upheavals, Betty takes us to the frontlines of the anti-war protests and the women's liberation movement of the 1970s, to the AIDS crisis during the 1980s, to Mexico and eventually becomes a TV screenwriter. Even in her nineties, Betty is still passionately engaged with the world, still surprising us. From the creator of Offspring and bestselling author of The Family Doctor, One Hundred Years of Betty is the saga of a strong, intelligent woman born too early in time to make the most of her talents without having to fight for everything. It's about the defining force of motherhood, the family we make, and how the determination to live to the hilt, with all the joy and sorrow that entails, can lead to a life beyond one's wildest imaginings. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Kate Hall: Ensuring the brands you buy are sustainable and ethical 8:24
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIt can be hard these days to know if you’re buying from ethical sources, with drop shipping, exploitation, and cheap labour all common in the business world. Kate Hall has cultivated a list of questions to ask brands before you give them your hard earned dollar, and, if you don’t have time to do it yourself, her Ethical Directory is filled with brands she’s already vetted. Questions Where are all your products/materials sourced from and how are they produced? (details of each material type if there are multiple)? - E.g. countries, certifications, including swing tags, packaging etc. Where do your products end up at the end of their life? How can they be recycled and kept in the resource loop? How are your products shipped to customers? e.g. packaging and carbon neutral shipping. What is the NZ shipping cost & where in the world do you ship? Who makes your products? (as specific as possible please) How do you ensure the people who make your products are paid a fair wage? Aside from the people who make your products, Tell me about your team culture and how your head office/staff are treated. E.g. living wages, bonuses, staff wellbeing. What do you do with returns/samples/unsellable items? How do you foster diversity and equity in your business? practical examples please. e.g. diversity of models/staff etc. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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On the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for Saturday 22 March 2025, screen legend Lucy Lawless joins Jack to discuss her switch from acting to directing with a new documentary about lesser known tv legend, Margaret Moth. Jack discusses when Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is at his best. Estelle Clifford schools Jack on the world of Korean pop music. Apple is under fire for its Apple Intelligence advertisements , as predicted last week by tech expert Paul Stenhouse. And sustainability queen Kate Hall shares tips on how to ask brands about their ethical practices. Get the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast every Saturday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Paul Stenhouse: Apple delays rolling out major features, implements RCS message standards 6:08
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedApple Intelligence's most exciting features aren't coming anytime soon At their developer conference last year, Apple showed off a Siri that can dive into your personal data and understand more about your life than ever before (“What time is Mom's flight arriving?"). But that type of personalisation is hard to deliver, and Apple now admits that. "It’s going to take us longer than we thought to deliver on these features, and we anticipate rolling them out in the coming year.” They have delivered email, message, and notification summaries (which can sometimes be hilariously summarised), but they haven't delivered on the big headline grabbing features. This is bringing back the bad memories from the launch of iCloud and Apple Maps – it just wasn't ready. You'll soon be able to send encrypted messages between Androids & Apple Apple will be implementing the new Rich Communication Services (RCS) message standard. It seems they're going all in on that now, after previously adopting it to allow things like high resolution images, emoji responses, etc. Interesting that this is happening, especially as the UK wants to ban encryption. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Tara Ward: Adolescence, Dope Thief, Drive to Survive 7:01
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedAdolescence A family's world turns upside down when 13-year-old Jamie Miller is arrested for murdering a schoolmate. The charges against their son force them to confront every parent's worst nightmare (Netflix) . Dope Thief Two lifelong friends pose as DEA agents to rob a house, only to have their small-time grift become a life-and-death enterprise, as they reveal and unravel a big hidden narcotics corridor on the Eastern Seaboard (Apple TV+). Formula 1: Drive to Survive The drivers, managers and team owners in Formula 1 live life in the fast lane -- both on and off the track. This docuseries gives viewers exclusive, intimate access to the people in one of the world's greatest racing competitions. Formula 1: Drive to Survive reveals the true story of the high-octane sport, which goes beyond the fight to be No. 1 (Netflix) . Season 6 released in late February. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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No matter what age you are, you can always stumble across something that makes you feel old. It’s Kevin Milne’s birthday next week, and he recently came across one such thing during a trip to his local mall: a bitcoin ATM. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Black Bag When his beloved wife, Kathryn, is suspected of betraying the nation, intelligence agent George Woodhouse faces the ultimate test -- loyalty to his marriage or his country. Hard Truths Pansy, angry and depressed, lashes out at family and strangers. Her constant criticism isolates her, except from her cheerful sister Chantelle, who remains sympathetic despite their differences. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Feijoas are in season! Soon we’ll be drowning in them, but for now they’re still a novelty and worthy of turning into something super special like these gorgeous little tarts. Makes 12 Ingredients 2-3 sheets store-bought sweet short crust pastry ¼ cup brown sugar ½ cup milk ½ cup sweetened condensed milk 1 ½ teaspoon vanilla extract 60g melted butter 2 ½ cups desiccated coconut 2 tablespoons plain flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 12 slices of feijoa Method Preheat oven to 170 fan bake. Lightly dust the work surface with flour and roll out the chilled pastry to a bit thinner than it comes. Using a cookie cutter, cut pastry into circles to line the holes of a 12-hole muffin tin. In a bowl, whisk sugar, condensed milk, vanilla extract, melted butter and milk until smooth. Stir in coconut, flour and baking powder. Spoon filling into the pastry. Top each with a slice of feijoa. Bake in a preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until they turn golden brown and fully cooked. Remove from the oven and allow to cool for about 10 minutes before removing from the muffin tin to cool completely. Eat up! Or store in an airtight containing once cooled. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Jack Tame: Maintaining a low profile makes sense for now, but not the long-term 5:06
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like Liked“Canada will never be part of the United States!” That was the defining line of Mark Carney’s first speech as Canada’s new Prime Minister overnight. It was not said in jest or as a joke. It said as a statement of firm defiance, a serious response to Donald Trump’s ‘51st State’ taunts. I can’t think of a time in my life where so much in the World was changing so quickly, where so much we took for granted was being tipped on its head. I bet Mark Carney can’t either! Just a few weeks ago, his party was 25 points behind Canada’s Conservatives in the polls. He wasn’t even a politician! Now he’s Canada’s Prime Minister. There it is, I suppose... the power of Donald Trump. It’s interesting how differently Mexico and Canada have approached the Trump Presidency. Mexico was kind of used to Trump’s hostility from his first term and its government has taken a softly-softly-gently-gently approach, delaying retaliation and hoping that negotiations will spare them the worst of the economic pressure. They’ve been surprisingly quiet. Canada’s opted for a much more combative response, from its big retaliatory tariffs to the ice hockey fans booing the US National Anthem, and the nationwide coordinated campaign not to buy American-made stuff. The irony of Mark Carney’s rapid rise to Canadian Prime Minister is that his party’s support has come at the expense of a political opposition in Canada that was arguably much more closely aligned to the US Republicans and Donald Trump. It’s so ridiculous – Canada’s opposition leader has effectively been reduced to posting social media videos, insisting ‘Donald Trump hates me too!’ Fundamentally, no country is going to out-muscle the US in an economic fight. Not Canada, not Mexico, not Australia, and certainly not New Zealand. And I reckon what’s lacking at the moment is a more forceful, coordinated international response. Most countries are sucking up to Trump while keeping their heads down and hoping not to attract Trump’s ire. As Canada is bashed by tariffs, it seems absurd their King could possibly go ahead in welcoming Donald Trump to the UK for an official state visit. Winston Peters is in Washington DC this week. From New Zealand’s perspective, I reckon there’s probably no better person for the job at this moment. And in those meetings, for now, we will no doubt continue to try and maintain a low profile. That makes sense for now. You just have to hope that behind the scenes, like-minded countries are quietly coordinating on a longer-term strategy. Playing a small target game only makes sense until for whatever reason you do catch the President’s attention. It could be something so minor: a dumb tweet, a viral video, or an ill-advised comment from a diplomat. The temptation for leaders around the World is to shut up and hope their countries can slip by, unnoticed. But in the long term that’s no way to defeat a bully. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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On the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for Saturday 8 March 2025, kiwi art legend Dick Frizzell shares his journey from Mickey to Tiki and back again, discussing his new memoir. Jack admits a new fixation. It's the season for sauces, chutneys and jams! Expert chef Nici Wickes talks all things bottling and jarring and a how-to for the perfect pear and sultana chutney. AI is advancing quickly and coming with a crazy cost - Paul Stenhouse gives the lowdown/. Plus, sustainable queen Kate Hall has done the digging for us and reveals what's cheaper for fresh produce, the supermarket or local fruit and veg boxes? Get the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast every Saturday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Dick Frizzell: Iconic Kiwi artist on his upcoming memoir 15:38
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedWorld famous in New Zealand, Dick Frizzell is a defining force in our art scene. You will know his work on Kiwiana icons like the Four Square man with moko and Mickey to Tiki. He has worked across many mediums and is about to release a memoir titled, Hastings: A Boy’s Own Adventure. Dick Frizzell joins Jack Tame to discuss his iconic work and upcoming book. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Reviewers are saying Lady Gaga has dialed back to her purest form in new album ‘Mayhem’. The singer is drawing on the simplicity of her 2008 debut ‘The Fame’ that played with the idea of pop music. Estelle Clifford talks to Jack Tame about the new album. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Catherine Raynes: Dreamcount and Presumed Guilty 3:44
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedDreamcount by Chiamanda Ngozi Adichie From award-winning author of Americanah and We Should All Be Feminists. Chiamaka is a Nigerian travel writer living in America. Alone in the midst of the pandemic, she recalls her past lovers and grapples with her choices and regrets. Zikora, her best friend, is a lawyer who has been successful at everything until — betrayed and brokenhearted — she must turn to the person she thought she needed least. Omelogor, Chiamaka’s bold, outspoken cousin, is a financial powerhouse in Nigeria who begins to question how well she knows herself. And Kadiatou, Chiamaka’s housekeeper, is proudly raising her daughter in America – but faces an unthinkable hardship that threatens all she has worked to achieve. In Dream Count, Adichie trains her fierce eye on these women in a sparkling, transcendent novel that takes up the very nature of love itself. Presumed Guilty by Scott Turow New from the author of Presumed Innocent, the #1 bestseller that redefined the legal thriller and is the basis for Apple TV+'s most-watched drama series ever (starring Jake Gyllenhaal). In Presumed Guilty, Rusty is a retired judge attempting a third act in life with a loving soon-to-be wife, Bea, with whom he shares both a restful home on an idyllic lake in the rural Midwest and a plaintive hope that this marriage will be his best, and his last. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Mike Yardley: Autumn alpine frolics in Ruapehu 7:36
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe wondrous Ruapehu region never ceases to amaze me at its capacity to stir all senses, from its expansive platter of leisurely outdoorsy pursuits. It easily ranks as one of my all-time favourite playgrounds in New Zealand and I have revelled in its glories via a multitude of modes in recent years. I have savoured exceptional mountain bike trails, jet boating, quad biking and world-class hiking. Not to mention skiing. But in the autumn months, why not head to the heart of Tongariro National Park and take a ride to the summit of Ruapehu from Whakapapa village? The radiant Sky Waka, New Zealand’s longest gondola ride, fully warrants the stature as a signature Kiwi experience. I’ve always been in awe of the alpine engineering audacity of the Swiss – and the Sky Waka absolutely projects that same sense of spine-tingling prowess. Spanning 1.8km from the base station and zipping you up 390m, Whakapapa’s dramatically serrated volcanic landscape sweeps you up, as you gawp in wonder out of the glasshouse-like cabin, luxuriously appointed with heated leather seating! Situated at 2,020m above sea level, the cherry on top is Whakapapa Ski Area's Knoll Ridge Chalet which is New Zealand’s highest café. As you gush superlatives over the horizon-searching views, it’s a novel perch to enjoy coffee from Pātaka, drinks in The Back Bar, or nosh in style while marvelling at the skyline from Knoll Ridge’s giant floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking The Pinnacles. I highly recommend “Tea at 2020m”, Whakapapa’s stirring take on traditional high tea. It’s actually considered the highest high tea on the planet, with a delectable tiered stand of sandwiches, savouries and cakes to work your way through. It’s currently available until the end of April, prior to the mountain’s seasonal switch to winter activities. After feasting on far too many tasty morsels, the mountain trails were calling. There are over 10km of marked trails to strike out on, ranging from 20 minute strolls to 3 hours return alpine hikes. Without its snow-coat, it’s a compelling way to admire the dramatic terrain and its mash-up of volcanic rock, pumice, scoria and sand. Close to Chateau Tongariro, there’s a stack of tasty wee tracks. The Tawhai Falls walk is a heart-stealer, leading you through mountain toatoa and beech forest to a waterfall tumbling over the edge of an ancient lava flow. It’s one of two waterfalls used in Lord of the Rings that depicted Gollum fishing, hence its nickname is Gollum’s Pool. (Mangawhero Falls, very close to Waitonga Falls, is the other location that was cast as Gollum’s Pool.) It was sad to see the sorry sight of the moth-balled Chateau Tongariro, although the local rumour mill suggests a wealthy Irish businessman is a hot prospect to breathe new life into the grand lady. Just behind the Chateau, Taranaki Falls is a return walk for even grander waterworks. Passing through a mix of tussock, alpine shrublands and beech forest, the track wraps around the lower slopes of Ruapehu, with vintage views of Ngauruhoe’s symmetrical cone. A flock of native birds, including whiteheads and grey warblers, serenaded my stroll all the way to Taranaki Falls, tumbling 20 metres over the edge of a large andesite lava flow which erupted from Ruapehu 15,000 years ago. If you’re up for a half-day advanced hike, I definitely recommend the Tupapakura Falls walk. It starts just out of National Park village, on Fishers Road. The track has been upgraded by the local community in partnership with the Department of Conservation. It begins with an easy 20 minute walk to the Taranaki Lookout, serving up panoramic wide-range perspectives of Mt Taranaki and Mt Ruapehu. Beyond this point, the trail becomes a back country adventure track, which will test your stamina in the Erua Forest. The track follows a ridge and then descends steeply to a stream. There are good stands of tawa, mature rimu, miro and totara to see along the way. Climbing from the stream, the track winds its way around bluffs to a sparkling lookout point with views of the long-drop falls. You’ll need at least four hours to knock off this 11km long track. Refuel? Reward yourself with a thirst-quencher at Schnapps Bar & Restaurant in National Park Village. Heading south? Synonymous with Ohakune as much as carrots, the famed main-street Chocolate Éclair Shop is worth the trip alone. Sinking your teeth into one of their celebrated giant cream-filled, chocolate-topped pastries is one of life’s great pleasures. Just north of town, a curious diversion is Horopito Motors. It’s featured in two classic Kiwi flicks, Smash Palace and Goodbye Pork Pie. Nicknamed Smash Palace, for a gold coin donation, you can see some film memorabilia and have a look around the yard. It’s quite a yard – more like a vast car graveyard because Smash Palace are the biggest vintage car dismantlers in Australasia. It’s like an enormous op-shop for old cars. They sell parts around the world for cars made between the 1920s-1970s and also for some early models that were built before WW1. The on-site museum also includes owner Colin Fredricksen's favourite car restorations on display. Back in my Ezi Car Rental vehicle, I was bound for Taumarunui, but I also enjoyed a short layover in the pint-sized village of Owhango, to reacquaint myself with Ohinetonga Scenic Reserve. Just over a decade ago a group of passionate local residents banded together to bring the birdlife back to this unlogged native podocarp forest, mercifully spared from the ravages of historic milling. This glorious slice of wilderness is on the boundary of Tongariro Forest Park and is now one of our national kiwi sanctuaries. It’s also home to a vast flock native bird species including the whio (blue duck), dabchick, whitehead, North Island robin and kereru. Take a stroll on the 3.8km loop track around the reserve for some seriously soothing forest-bathing. I gave a massive 600 year old totara tree a fresh hug, after first marvelling over this mighty specimen four years ago. Yes, I’m still a happy little tree-hugger. I romped my way around the Ruapehu region in a trusty hybrid Ford Puma, courtesy of Ezi Car Rental. I thoroughly enjoyed the Ezi experience, where excellent vehicles, super sharp prices and fast & friendly service are all part of the package. Ezi Car Rental operates an extensive network from 24 locations across the country. They’re everywhere you want to be with vehicles to suit your specific needs. Head to www.ezicarrental.co.nz The drama and grandeur of Ruapehu is power-packed as a year-round wonderland for outdoorsy adventure. Crowned by the triple volcanoes of the central plateau and the majestic Tongariro National Park, make tracks to the wide open spaces and hospitality charms of Ruapehu. www.visitruapehu.com Mike Yardley is our Travel Correspondent on Jack Tame Saturday Mornings. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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This last summer has seen a number of ZB talkback listeners complaining about scarlet runner beans mis-behaving. Two main types of troubles were reported: 1) suddenly no more bean pods were growing despite the plant getting to its normal height. 2) At the start of harvesting mature beans, the leaves begin to turn yellow – going down and down. Scarlet Runner Beans originate from Central America and t hey like well-drained soil (loam) in a sunny spot. Plant the seeds under a tall support to allow the plants grow up and up, t he root systems will survive the winter for next year’s crop. They are perennials !! These beans are Nitrogen Fixers. They d on’t need much Nitrogen (they make their own), but love Potash and Phosphate. They are long-Season growers with red flowers, pollinated by bees and bumblebees. Harvest the mature pods regularly and watering regularly to prevent them from drying out (not toooo wet, please!) What could cause the sudden troubles with the formation of bean pods? Lack of Pollination (not enough pollinators); Hot weather, especially when that happens at night – lack of water would make that worse. Bees sometimes “rob” the nectar from flowers by chewing them open. Leaving pods on the plant too long may reduce future seed production. I decided to contact my old friend and DSIR colleague from way back: Dr Keith Hammett, a well-known plant breeder and famous for creating amazing new varieties of sweet peas and… Dahlias (also a perennial plant!) He came up with some great stories and a possible solution to the yellowing and ill-thrift of Scarlet runners: In the UK these climbing beans were grown as annuals : plant new seeds every spring. If you’d leave the tubers in the soil they were more than likely killed by frost. (“as would Dahlias” said Keith) In New Zealand’s warmer climate zones we can keep the tubers in the soil, so they will be able to successfully over-winter (they behave like Perennials). Interestingly, the perennial scarlet runners produce beans a little earlier than the sown scarlet runners. The comparison of Beans with Dahlias is quite interesting: We can leave Dahlia tubers in the soil for several growing seasons, but the performance of the older, perennial plants falls away. It is the build-up of previous year’s growth that tends to choke the plants. Top Dahlia exhibitors would only ever grow plants grown from cuttings; “Youthful tissue and all that… with no old stuff in the way” Keith has three tripods of Scarlet Runners (third season) on the go in his garden. One of them is showing those debilitating features with yellowing leaves…. He attributes that to stress and an old tuber giving up the ghost For what it’s worth… maybe a good idea to sow new seeds in spring? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Kate Hall: Are local fruit and vegetable boxes cheaper than the supermarket? 6:56
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedLocally grown fruit and vegetable boxes are often seen as the more expensive option as opposed to buying produce from the supermarket. Sustainability expert Kate Hall is setting the record straight and debunking that myth. Kate tells Jack Tame buying non-organic produce from the supermarket would have cost her $22.13 more than getting an organic fruit and veggie box delivered right to her door. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Bob Campbell: Rimapere 2022 Baron Edmonde de Rothschild Plot 101 Sauvignon Blanc $45 4:01
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedRimapere 2022 Baron Edmonde de Rothschild Plot 101 Sauvignon Blanc $45 Why I chose it: Kiwi wine with a French accent Owned by the prestigious French wine group “Baron Edmonde de Rothschild” Sauvignon blancdoesn’t get much better than this”. Bottle age has mellowed the wine and added complex flavours. Prestige label “Plot 101” What does it taste like? Hand-picked, aged on lees and with 50% fermented in barrels to give the wine a rich texture while retaining a strong fruit emphasis. Serious, complex sauvignon. Why it’s a bargain: It’s not cheap but it is very good, which in my book makes it a good value wine. Where can you buy it? Glengarry Wines. Auckland $37.99. Food match? Most seafood dishes, my favourite is green-lipped mussel fritters. Will it keep? Good drinking now, should get even more interesting over the next 2-3 years. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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One of the founders of Google has a new Company Surprise, surprise it's involving AI. But it's not trying to help you in your digital life - instead it's designed to create physical products and send them for manufacturing. The goal is to make the products 'highly optimized' for efficient creation in the factory. It's a small team at the moment, with no web presence. ChatGPT can now code for you If you've got a Mac, the ChatGPT app now has the ability to connect to your developer tools, read existing code, and even make edits for you on "auto-apply" mode. There have been other tools that have offered this type of service, but it shows that ChatGPT wants to be the go-to app to get things done. This new “work with apps” feature effectively takes over control of an app for you, suggesting it could possibly start doing things for you across systems. Would you pay $240,000 a year for an AI agent? Reports suggest ChatGPT is looking to go 'Pro Max Plus'.. whatever the term would be.. for a highly specialized AI agent they say is designed to assist with PhD research. They're also looking at agents to replace “high-income knowledge workers” for $2,000 a month, and a software developer agent for $10,000 a month. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Tara Ward: Secrets at Red Rocks, Dope Girls, Protection 5:15
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedSecrets at Red Rocks - (Neon, Sky Open from March 9) Based on the award-winning novel by Rachael King, this family-friendly local drama tells the story of 12 year-old Jake, who discovers a sealskin in Wellington and unleashes mythical creatures and dangers. Dope Girls - (TVNZ+) In London's murky underworld, a widowed single mother builds a nightclub and cocaine empire to support her family, soon becoming the most dangerous woman in a city shaken by war. Protection - (TVNZ+) Siobhan Finneran (Happy Valley) stars in this British drama as a witness protection officer who must answers questions after a shooting at a safe house. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Preserving Time! Pear Chutney is just divine and we can have a general chat about preserving, noting that this is the season for making sauces, chutneys and jams, as well as bottling and freezing fruit and veges too. Pear & Sultana Chutney This is a great all round chutney that is just as perfect with cheese and crackers as it is on roasted meats or vegetables. Pear & Sultana Chutney This is a great all round chutney that is just as perfect with cheese and crackers as it is on roasted meats or vegetables. Ingredients: 1 large onion, chopped finely 1kg chopped pears, not too ripe 2 apples, chopped 250g brown sugar 200g sultanas, feel free to go half n half currants/sultanas 300mls apple cider vinegar 1 tsp fennel seeds 1 tsp all spice 1 tspsalt ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper Method: Slowly bring all of the ingredients to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce the heat and let it happily simmer away for 1-1.5 hours until the onions and pears are truly softened. Mash or beat with an egg beater until it’s a little pulpy. Heat 4-5 medium jars in a 150 C oven for 10 minutes to sterilise. Pour boiling water over the lids to sterilise. Spoon the hot chutney into the hot jars. Run a knife around the inside of each filled jar to tease any air bubbles out. Wipe the rims clean and place the lids on tightly. Wipe the jars clean and cool before storing in a cupboard for 3 weeks minimum. This chutney will keep for at least 12 months. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Mickey 17 - ( in cinemas ) Starring Robert Pattinson. Directed by Bong Joon-ho of Parasite & Snowpiercer. A disposable employee is sent on a human expedition to colonize the ice world Niflheim. After one iteration dies, a new body is regenerated with most of his memories intact. Spit - ( in cinemas ) David Wenham returns as John “Spit” Spitieri, the iconic crim of Australian cinema, in this sequel to Gettin' Square. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Andrew Saville: Sports Reporter on Blues loss, America’s Cup potential in New Zealand 6:58
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe Blues lost by one point to the Canberra Brumbies last night at Eden Park. The match is the first time the Australian’s have beat the Blues at home since 2013. Beauden Barrett left the pitch at half time with a hand injury. Andrew Saville talks to Jack Tame about the Super Rugby match and the potential of America’s Cup returning to New Zealand. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Kevin Milne: Polls find a significant number of Kiwis support Trump 7:37
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedDonald Trump has consistently been in the news since he began his second term as US President. This week he has clashed with Elon Musk, paused tariffs on Mexico and Canada, threatened new tariffs on Canada, and spoken on behalf of Putin for the war in Ukraine. But what do Kiwi’s think of the President? Kevin Milne says a quarter of New Zealanders would have voted for Trump. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Jack Tame: While your share in your child’s discomfort you also share in their almighty relief 4:38
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedGas. I think of all the things I knew (in theory) about parenting a new-born but had to experience in person to fully appreciate, it is the myriad curiosities of a two-and-a-half-week-old’s digestive tract that have left me the most befuddled. I knew in theory that babies had to be burped. I knew in theory they often have problems and discomfort when digesting their latest feeds. I knew in theory that a baby with gas or an obstruction somewhere in his gut might even wake himself up. I guess I’m just shocked at the speed with which I’ve transformed into one of those parents totally obsessed with his baby son’s belches and bowels. It’s the pain, that does it. When something’s trapped somewhere deep, the way his little face scrunches up and contorts, how he writhes and twists and clenches every muscle in his body. Often I’m holding him and he’s holding me, his tiny little hand gripping my index finger as he clenches, his fingers white and his face a crimson red with the strain and effort. Before you ask, yes, I have tried various techniques for getting things moving at both ends. In fact, my social media feed these days seems to be nothing but baby osteopaths folding infants in half. There’s the classic baby-over the shoulder, pat on the back. There’s the stomach massage, the bicycle legs, and the deep squat. There’s the baby over the forearm, neck-supported facing out, and the baby-over-the-forearm, neck-supported facing in. My personal favourite is the wiggle-waggle, where you lift him under his armpits with one hand, and take his weight under his butt with the other. You gently move your hands in different directions to bring a range of movement to his digestive track, in the hope you will be rewarded with a range of movements in return. I knew we’d have disrupted sleep. I just never really accounted for the gas part of being up at night. His mum feeds him – not much I can do there – but the of course, one of us has to sit up imbed for a non-specific amount of time... just waiting. You can never be totally sure he’s been fully burped. There’s no finish line as it were. It’s a judgement call. And at 2.53am when your body is urging you to lie-down and go back to sleep (“Look at him, he seems fiiine”) – you know that if you pull the trigger too early, he’ll be waking himself up in twenty minutes, twisting and groaning in bed. When you think about it, it’s pretty crazy that new-borns go from relying on the placenta for all their nutrients to instantly switching on the full length of the complex human digestive tract. It’s not like they ease into it. Alas, as our son’s milk intake has increased, his digestive tract has not quite kept pace. Put simply, the outputs don’t always match the inputs. It’s perfectly normal, of course, and he’s far too young to be hurrying up with a tray of black coffee and prune juice, but sometimes his stomach feels hard to the touch. Cruelly, his preferred way of soothing his discomfort is to feed again, which then exacerbates the problem. At 19-days-old he’s not yet ready to listen to reason or comprehend the concept of a vicious cycle. I’m back in the office fulltime this week after a wonderful period at home. But I can tell you already that my texts with my wife are gonna’ take on a grimly digestive line of inquiry. The thing about parenting is that while your share in your child’s discomfort you also share in their almighty relief. Especially when someone else is on clean-up. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Estelle Clifford: Music Reviewer on Kiwi duo Foley 8:11
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedMusic Reviewer Estelle Clifford talks to Jack Tame about Kiwi duo Foley. The pair have released a brand new album 'THAT’S LIFE, BABY!', summing up their approach to life in a bright and punchy pop collection. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Three Days in June by Anne Tyler It’s the day before her daughter’s wedding and things are not going well for Gail Baines. First thing, she loses her job – or quits, depending who you ask. Then her ex-husband Max turns up at her door expecting to stay for the festivities. He doesn’t even have a suit. Instead, he’s brought memories, a shared sense of humour – and a cat looking for a new home. Just as Gail is wondering what’s next, their daughter Debbie discovers her groom has been keeping a secret… The Sequel by Jean Hanff Korelitz In The Plot, Jacob Finch Bonner was a washed up writer who stole the plot for a novel and then really hit the big time. Now in The Sequel, he's met an untimely death and his grieving widow Anna is picking up the royalty checks before writing a novel of her own. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Mike Yardley: Riding the rails through the Forgotten World 7:29
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn all my travels, I’ve never encountered anything quite like it, particularly given its magnitude. Prising open the mighty King Country, Forgotten World Adventures (FWA) offers remarkable excursions, riding the rails of an abandoned railway line, stretching from the northern tip of the Ruapehu District to heartland Taranaki. It’s not only an enduring totem to our guts-and-glory pioneering heritage but a more modern-day manifestation of gritty Kiwi ingenuity – and repurposing! Based in Taumarunui, FWA is an incredibly enterprising tourism venture boasting a compelling platter of soft adventure excursions, prising open the legends, heritage and unspoilt scenery of the hinterland. Forgotten World Adventures re-opened 142 kilometres of this decommissioned railway line in 2012, including 24 tunnels and 92 bridges – all built from hand. Founded by Ian Balme, this Waikato farmer dared to dream big, turning a mothballed rusting eyesore into a visionary business. For the past three years, FWA has been owned and operated by Grant Ross and Laura Wackett. They both have a fascinating backstory, principally in international television production, while Grant was also previously a professional rugby player in South Africa and France. Originally from Wellington, Grant is revelling in steering a homegrown enterprise, which was quite the baptism of fire given New Zealand was still wrestling with Covid when he purchased the business. He’s very hands-on and highly engaging with guests. It was fascinating to chat to him about the challenges and rewards of the job – like when a massive storm buried the tunnel entrances in a pile of mud! The prohibitive costs of constant track maintenance underpinned KiwiRail’s decision to pull the plug on the line’s operation in 2010. Taking nearly 32 years to build, the Stratford – Okahukura Line (SOL) finally opened in 1932 and linked up with the main trunk line through Taumarunui to Auckland. Working gangs sawed and blasted their way through the bush-draped hinterland to lay the tracks of this steel artery. It cost 2.5 million pounds to build this line, equating to billions of dollars today – the most expensive rail line in our nation’s history. They even built massive timber-trestle viaducts across the likes of the Mangatatoko Ravine, now overgrown in bush, because it would have been too difficult to maintain such a sky-high bridge. The engineering prowess was extraordinary. The line had been commissioned to transport products from the emerging farming, coal and logging industries. At its peak, there were 15 stations in operation on this line – now, concrete platforms serve as sobering memorial slabs to a bygone age. FWA operate six unique guided adventures, whether you’re after a half-day excursion, full day or multi-day adventure. If you want to ride the entire 142km-long line to Stratford, that’s a two-day affair, but I plumped for the full-day rail car ride to the self-declared Republic of Whangamōmona. You can do it one-way in either direction, with a night’s stay in the irrepressible Whangamōmona Hotel. The historic hotel was built in 1912 and the area’s proud history is lustily showcased on the pub walls. But full drama ensued in 1989when Whangamōmona threw a strop and declared its independence. It was prompted by local government reforms which carved up the boundaries of the Whangamōmona district, which resulted in half the district ending up in Manawatu-Whanganui, when most folk associate themselves with the Taranaki region. So they declared independence in the pub and continue celebrating Republic Day in January. You can even get your passport stamped at the pub counter. You’ll love the ebullient spirit of the hotel and its patrons, with excellent meals and comfortable accommodation. Arriving into the main street, with its heritage shop facades, you’ll feel like you’ve been transported into a Wild West movie set. It’s utterly enthralling, and home to one of New Zealand’s legendary watering holes. Meeting up with my FWA guide Ray, we set off from Whangamōmona, under bright blue skies, for our full-day ride back to Okahukura. Ray knows this wild region intimately, guiding since 2016 and prior to that delivering rural mail. He was an exceptional host on the rails, informative and effusively passionate about the region's rich heritage. This is certainly no train ride, but a unique self-drive rail journey in converted golf carts, where you’re in charge of the pedals. Petrol powered and limited to a top speed of 22km an hour, these souped-up golf carts originate from Arizona, but given the lush and vivid greenness of the surrounding landscape, they certainly don’t look out of place. I was half expecting a vast fairway to appear on the horizon. The weirdest initiation is feeling comfortable not steering the wheel, because you’re firmly affixed to the rails. No turning required! The mining and milling heyday of the Forgotten World region may have long faded but the wrap-around scenery is deliriously drool-worthy, a blend of the bucolic, wistful, lonely and rustic. Animals vastly outnumber people in these parts, as we tootled by goats, deer, alpacas and happy herds of cows on elevated pastures, while a vast flock of freshly-sheared sheep skipped alongside the line, under the watchful eye of crowd-wrangling sheepdogs. Clattering along the tracks in our carts, curling through valleys and creased hills, we traversed lichen covered bridges spanning rivers, while more lichen streamed down from trees like confetti. We threaded our way through magnificent native forest, particularly around Tangarakau, where kiwi are being re-introduced to the bush. Towering papa cliffs rose up beside the railway line adding to the natural splendour. Reaching out on the eastern horizon, I snatched the occasional view of mighty Mt Ruapehu, piercing the skyline, by Tahora Saddle. The King Country’s tightly folded steep-sided hills and starkly contrasting curvaceous hummocks, created by lahars from Taupo and Ruapehu eruptions, make for riveting topography. The Egyptians would be suitably impressed, because of all the pyramidal shapes that sharply point at the sky. The verdant countryside is sprinkled with clutches of ramshackle houses and dilapidated farm buildings, strutting the skyline as reminders of the region’s boom times, when primary industries like timber-milling and coal-mining thrived. When in season, you can even pick wild blackberries, blueberries and apples from the railway line. It’s sobering to reflect on how dramatically the population has changed in some of these settlements. A delicious buffet lunch awaited us in Tokirima, which FWA staff had prepared in advance of our arrival. We also stopped for scrumptious home-made snacks and a hot cuppa in the sleepy village of Matiere. It’s still home to around 40 residents – and a thriving Cossie Club. At its peak, 85 years ago, Matiere had a population of 750, built on saw-milling and farmers breaking in land. This pioneering town once included a dairy factory, three general stores, two butchers, two drapers, a tailor, bank and post office. Information posts along the route, complete with historical photographs, illustrate how bustling many of these lineside communities used to be. But the undeniable highlight of riding these storied rails are the brick-lined tunnels laid by hand and the longest tunnel on the line, spanning 1500 metres. Apparently it comprises 3.5 million bricks and took eight years to build! Boring through these tunnels on our carts was absolutely thrilling. It certainly pays to wrap up warm. They can be bone-chillingly cold. The 1500 metre tunnel, known as the Okahukura Tunnel, is actually New Zealand’s seventh longest rail tunnel. Adding to its ethereal theatre, a thick mist draped the middle of the tunnel, before we re-emerged from the darkness into spectacularly sunlit native bush. Rail travel has always exuded romanticism. The supreme sense of scenic intimacy is unmatched by road travel and the novelty of piloting your own passage along the tracks is an undeniable winner with the Kiwi DIY love affair. While in Taumarunui, my head hit the pillow at the Forgotten World Motel. My well-appointed unit was clean, quiet and toasty, the beds are cloud-comfortable and there’s free Wi-Fi. The rail excursion season rolls on until May 10, before resuming again on October. Make tracks! For full details on the FWA product range, head to www.fwa.co.nz I romped my way around the Ruapehu region in a trusty hybrid Ford Puma, courtesy of Ezi Car Rental. I thoroughly enjoyed the Ezi experience, where excellent vehicles, super sharp prices and fast & friendly service are all part of the package. Ezi Car Rental operates an extensive network from 24 locations across the country. They’re everywhere you want to be with vehicles to suit your specific needs. Head to www.ezicarrental.co.nz The drama and grandeur of Ruapehu is power-packed as a year-round wonderland for outdoorsy adventure. Crowned by the triple volcanoes of the central plateau and the majestic Tongariro National Park, make tracks to the wide open spaces and hospitality charms of Ruapehu. www.visitruapehu.com Mike Yardley is our Travel Correspondent on Jack Tame Saturday Mornings. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Dougal Sutherland: Why we need to stop trying to be happy 8:20
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedA recent research article titled “happiness depletes me,” found that trying to be happy (which is defined as striving to experience as much positive emotion as possible and avoid negative emotions) leads to decreased feelings of happiness, and increased levels of loneliness and low energy. The basic idea is that trying to deliberately change your thoughts and behaviour to be happy means you tend to overlook small naturally occurring moments of happiness. The effort leaves you drained and more likely to make poor decisions such as overspending or overeating, which in turn make you feel unhappy. Not a new idea – brought to prominence in a book in 2007 by Russ Harris called “The Happiness Trap” So if your life isn’t going to be focused on finding happiness what should it be focused on? Happiness Trap suggests: Accepting that negative thoughts and emotions are natural and part of life, do don’t fight against them Enjoy positive emotions when they do occur, and pay attention to the small things in life Live life by trying to act in accordance with your values. One way of identifying core values for you is to ask yourself how you would like other people to describe you in 3 words. The 3 words you choose probably reflect your values. Use these to guide how you live your life. Happiness will occur at times as a pleasant side-effect but life overall will be more worth living. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Ruud Kleinpaste: First and last call for veggies 4:20
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedWe are now in Autumn and that means some wonderful vegetables are needing to be sown or planted asap. Here in Canterbury, I germinated a row of seeds of French beans – a few weeks ago. They came up pretty quickly and hopefully our late summer will be better than our “summer summer” (which was pretty awful with lower temps and less sunshine than “average”). In the North Island Your final call for these beans is now. Well-drained soil, nice and moist and in a sunny warm spot, 10 cm separation and keep the weeds under control. Late summer is also great for peas. Honestly, these are going a lot better when it gets cooler, but seeing we have a longer day-length compared to the early winter situation, you’ll be able to harvest them in large numbers. Mind you, Peas can be planted through autumn and early spring. Their seeds contain a lot of “reserves” to grow in the cooler months; well-drained soils, friable and with compost. Chuck some pea-straw over the soil to help them along. But I am trying to get ahead of schedule to get some early peas . Broad beans, similar gig! Plenty of growth potential and they might ripen quite early too These are good greens for the winter (if you like them) Broad beans with pretty crimson flowers Carrot seedlings will also germinate at lower temperatures; Remember to create a soil that is free of lumps and stones, so that the carrots keep straight and do not “fork”. An extra handful of Phosphate will give them the impetus to grow nice roots. I start early so we’ll have carrots continuously for the next few months. Using the carrot “seed-tape” makes sense: they are nicely spaced and can be thinned when they take off, Julie seems to prefer the thinner, young carrots, whereas I cook the bigger ones as vegie strips in my Nasi Goreng. Broccoli is another suitable winter vegetable that can be planted now – in fact while there’s still some temperature in the soil they’ll grow well in the next few months – even if they slow down afterwards, you’ve got more than a month’s worth of advance before they start taking it easy – slow ripening means that they don’t all ripen at once, so pick the biggest ones as they mature. Most other cabbage varieties will also grow from now on See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Lisa Dudson: Personal wealth educator on what to teach your kids about money 6:59
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIs cash a good gift for children? Personal wealth educator Lisa Dudson unwraps the idea with Jack Tame, and gives her tips on the best thing to teach our children about money. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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1 Paul Stenhouse: On the stars going to space and why Skype is shutting down 4:08
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedSkype is shutting down on May 5. It was the OG video calling app, but now Microsoft is all in on Teams. Microsoft has developed a way for users to port their Skype account over to a free version of Teams, or to export their data. It's nice that they're making the choices and options clear. There's one big piece missing though - the ability to call people using phone numbers. This is probably a good thing.. Microsoft has multiple services - Teams, Skype, Lync - over the years that have all largely done the same thing, but are just integrated into the wider ecosystem differently. They bought Skype in 2011 for $8.5b - 14 years ago! Katy Perry is going to space! She'll be flying on Jeff Bezo's Blue Origin rocket in the next few months. She's making the trip with Jeff Bezo's fiancé - Lauren Sanchez - along with newscaster Gayle King (who is Oprah's best friend), a research scientist, a film producer and a former NASA rocket scientist. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Tara Ward on the three new must see shows on Netflix 4:51
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedToxic Town - (Netflix) Based on a true story and featuring an all-star cast, this British drama follows the story of three mothers involved in the Corby toxic waste case as they battled to hold those responsible to account. The Mission - (Netflix) A documentary series that sees reporter Marc Fennell investigate a 1980s art heist in the Australian Outback, unravelling a true-crime story of bizarre revelations. Running Point - (Netflix) Kate Hudson stars in this American sports comedy about a reformed party girl who has to prove herself when she’s unexpectedly put in charge of her family’s basketball team. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 David Wenham: Australian actor on his new film, and career making moments 14:27
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedDavid Wenham is an Australian actor who has really made his mark. From Lord of the Rings, Van Helsing and Lion, he has a new film out, ‘Spit’. The film is a sequal to the 2003 movie ‘Gettin’ Square’. David Wenham talks to Jack Tame about the role. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Kevin Milne had his first experience with an online art auction. He said it was better than the movies … although unsuccessful. Kevin told Jack Tame about how one piece sold for more than double the expected price. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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1 Jack Tame: Auckland FC is taking me away from Super Rugby 4:24
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedAs a sports fan, I suppose it was actually a genuinely meaningful moment. I was sitting on the couch last night. 7.28pm. Sleeping baby in my arms. Remote in my hand. A decision to make. Do I watch Moana Pasifika play the Highlanders? Neither of which is my first choice team but Super Rugby is Super Rugby and it was a local derby, no less. Or do I switch channels and watch the Phoenix play Melbourne City in the A-League? Again, not a result I was particularly invested in or angsting over but a game I knew enough about to at least know it was being played. It’s kind of ridiculous, the extent to which our household has been caught up in the Auckland FC ride. After we attended the first couple of games – and loved it – my wife ended up splurging on memberships for the rest of the season for me and our 8-year-old boy. From a live sport perspective, they’ve absolutely nailed a couple of fundamentals. For starters, there is an amazing family atmosphere. They’ve had various play areas for the kids: blow-up football arenas, a huge artificial beach behind one of the goals for the kids to make sandcastles, and an enormous blow-up slide stretching the length of the northern embankment, sliding down which on day one I very nearly lost my shorts. Games kick off at 5pm so you’re home with the kids by 8pm at the latest. I think one of the most under-rated qualities is the stadium. Warriors fans know this, too. Go-Media (Mt Smart) was a sell-out last weekend for the derby. 27,000 people. The atmosphere was incredible! And while most games don’t get quite that many fans, it’s always closer to full than empty. You never get that feeling you sometimes get in big stadiums, when it feels like you’re watching a game in the midst of a zombie apocalypse. I really hope sports administrators take note: it is so much better to watch live sport in a full mid-size stadium than to watch it an empty big stadium. Anyway..back to my decision. My vote with the remote. In some ways, I reckon the real measure of Auckland FC’s success is the stuff on the periphery. The stuff that’s bigger than the team. I’m not naïve enough to think they’ll keep winning forever! Since the start of the A-League season, our boy has become obsessed with football. He spends hours in the backyard practising skills and accidentally kicking his ball into the neighbour’s swimming pool. He went and picked up ‘The Encyclopaedia of Football’ from the library, and makes me read to him as his bedtime story the excruciating detail contained within. Last week I had to read a whole chapter on football pitch turf preparation techniques. He’s eight! He sat there, transfixed, as I ran through a paragraph on the drainage system at Wembley. And, if I’m honest, I have been affected too. At least I realised I have, last night, when instead of picking the game I would’ve picked to watch every Friday for the last thirty years, I switched from an exciting, close game of Super Rugby to the A-League instead. I switched from an exciting, close game of Super Rugby to the A-League instead. I wonder how many households in New Zealand might be doing the same. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Groove Armada: Legendary music duo heading down under 13:58
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedGroove Armada are legends of dance and electronic music. Tom Findlay and Andy Cato make up the duo – and have been pumping out tracks for over a quarter of a century, building a reputation as one of the best. They’ve captured the magic... they’ve reached iconic status... they’ve had to cancel gigs because they were scared too many people would turn up. And they’re coming back to New Zealand to round off our summer with a bang. The pair are set to play at Auckland Domain next weekend before heading down to Queenstown, Christchurch and Wellington. Ticket information can be found at endeavour.live/groovearmada LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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On the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for Saturday 22 February 2025, Groove Armada are bringing their genre-defying discography down under and catch up with Jack to chat raves, record deals and regenerative farming. Every parent has a birth story - and now Jack does too. Making the most of stone fruit season, Nici Wickes share a delightful peach and blueberry tart recipe. Tara Ward dishes all on the brand-new season of The White Lotus. And, Chris Schulz took one for the team and danced the night away at Australasia's biggest two-day festival Electric Avenue. He gives some insight into the spectacle. Get the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast every Saturday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Chris Schulz: Entertainment Reporter live from Electric Ave 6:56
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedHagley Park plays host now to the biggest two-day festival in all of Australasia, Electric Ave, and entertainment reporter Chris Schultz is there live. "It really is something, the city is maxed out - you can't get accommodation, there's queues for food places all over town. Its that busy down here." LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Catherine Raynes: Two non-fiction book recommendations 4:53
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedJackie – Public, Private, Secret by J. Randy Taraborrelli About first lady Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis. The book includes a number of details about Kennedy's private life that had not previously been made public. The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins What if the key to happiness, success, and love was as simple as two words? If you've ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated with where you are, the problem isn't you. The problem is the power you give to other people. Two simple words-Let Them-will set you free. Free from the opinions, drama, and judgments of others. Free from the exhausting cycle of trying to manage everything and everyone around you. The Let Them Theory puts the power to create a life you love back in your hands. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Mike Yardley: Spark up your spirit in Hanmer Springs 8:11
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedOne of the alluring, unmistakable truths about Hanmer Springs is that the gorgeous alpine haven has stayed true to its roots. It’s been a sanctuary for the weary and the leisure-seeking for centuries. With a long and storied legacy as a hot-spot for healing mind, body and soul, Hanmer Springs proudly remains a premium alpine spa destination, whether you’re a loved-up couple looking for a weekend escape, treating the whole family to some elemental treats, or you’re after some personal pampering. And it’s just an easy90 minute drive from Christchurch Airport, through the bucolic North Canterbury hinterland. Nature is the unbeatable balm to sooth the soul and spark your spirits in this secluded high-country basin. My first stop was at the resort village’s crowning glory, Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa. With a lustrous back-story, the hot springs were developed as a publicly-owned bathhouse in 1884, fortuitously chiming with that insatiable Victorian passion for geothermal water and its therapeutic qualities. Prior to that, pounamu-gathering Māori had used the area as a resting place for centuries, while returning soldiers were sent to Hanmer to recuperate, after both world wars. (It’s great to see the historic old Soldiers’ Block, next to the pools, is currently being restored and set to reopen on Anzac Day.) Hanmer Springs is my runaway favourite place to get into hot water. But before surrendering to the sweet sensation of this watery wonderland, my body was in need of some professional panel-beating, so I headed to The Spa Hanmer Springs. It’s one of New Zealand’s busiest day spas, so book in advance and take your pick from the slew of exquisite treatments, from facials and feet retreats to the full body affair. I was booked in for a Spa Signature Massage, which is a full body relaxation massage. But as I chatted to my charming therapist Sophie about my various aches and pains, she switched up the treatment into a deep tissue recovery massage. Spending copious hours on the keyboard and long-distance driving, plus several days of line-trimming my jungle-like garden into a presentable state had all taken its toll. Over the course of an hour, Sophie’s skilful techniques dealt to all the knots in my lower back, and released the stress and strain from my muscles. It was a liberating, corrective massage and I floated out of the spa like a happy little cloud. Luring over half a million visitors annually, the adjoining thermal pools complex is a sizzling attraction, where you can hop-scotch between the 22-strong network of rockpools, aqua therapy pools and sulphur pools. The latter are completely natural, containing unfiltered mineral water, with a soft and silky feel and piping hot at 42-45C. You can also laze in the highly-sociable hexagonal pools, loll about in the freshwater lap pool and lazy river, or enjoy some high-action spills on the waterslides, headlined by the nation’s biggest slide Conical Thrill, and the recently installed hydro slides, Violet Vortex and Waiau Winder. I lolloped around the pools on multiple occasions during my stay. They’re just so good. https://hanmersprings.co.nz/ After enjoying some body therapy, I dabbled in some retail therapy from the eye-catching assortment of independent boutiques, homeware and gift stores clustered around the tree-lined main street. There’s a host of temptations, but I’m a big fan of Homestead and the Ada Design Store, for beautiful gifts and artistic home décor. Sweet tooths? The kids go crazy at the Lolly Pot, while a perennial go-to for nearly 25 years is Fudgelato, for fresh and creamy fudge and gelato. (Great name!) Two-wheeled pursuits are a big draw in Hanmer and after far too much indulgence, I had excess calories to burn. Pop into Hanmer Adventure’s main street store who will get you pedalling in paradise, with a full range of rental bikes to choose from, from e-bikes to basic hardtail. They’ll get you geared up too, with helmets and gloves. There’s nearly 20 mountain bike tracks around Hanmer Springs, spanning all levels of expertise and endurance. If you’re up for a gentle introduction, Hanmer Forest Park’s Camp Walk Loop is a cracker, under a vast canopy of mature trees, while Alligator Alley and Snakes & Ladders are excellent trails too for easy-riding. www.hanmeradventure.co.nz A family-favourite on foot in the Hanmer Heritage Forest, off Jollies Pass Road, is the Forest Amble Walk and the animal sculpture trail. These whimsical wooden sculptures were created by Christchurch sculptor, Andrew Lyons, crafted out of a felled Redwood. The sculptures include a friendly giant, a hawk, a dog, possum and orangutan. The 30-minute return walk follows a flat and easy track and it’s very embracing - suitable for toddlers, buggies and the elderly. Where to dine? Fuel up for your day’s adventures with a cranking breakfast at the Powerhouse Café. Located in a historic hydro power station which celebrates its centenary next year, you’ll find an enticing menu of hearty fare, sensational coffee, boutique beers and splendid Waipara wines. I had a great chat to the café owner, Mary Holloway, who has been in charge of the Powerhouse for over 20 years and a mainstay of the village community. For breakfast, don’t go past the chilli scrambled eggs. They’re served on toasted sourdough with stir-fried greens and roast chilli. Delish! Spoil yourself with dinner at the hospitality winner, No. 31 Restaurant & Bar. Housed in a characterful main street cottage, No. 31 is lauded for its upmarket intimate dining. Joining many other discerning diners for dinner, I started with an entrée of beetroot arancini, plump with an almond & cheese filling. Despite the lavish selection of locally-sourced meat mains, I opted for the grilled calamari dish, marinated in parsley, lemon and olive oil and served on a bed of garden leaves. The desserts are deliriously good too, plumping for a warm sticky liquorice pudding with salted caramel sauce, candied walnuts and vanilla bean ice cream. As you’d expect from such a decorated establishment, the cocktail menu is just as creative. Order up a Mushroom Sour, a modern take on a whisky sour, infused with mushroom powder. It marries the earthy richness of fungi with the classic blend of whisky, lemon and a creamy egg white froth. It’s a savory and citrusy hit. Where to stay? Amplify the sooth-factor by bedding down at Village Lake Luxury Apartments. Just a two minute walk from the thermal pools & spa off Jollies Pass Road, my expansive apartment was utterly idyllic. The balcony reached out to embrace the forest-draped vista of Conical Hill, Mt. Isobel and the sprawling Hanmer Range. But it’s the wraparound sense of serenity at the end of day and in the morning calm that makes this property such a sweet oasis. Lavishly appointed with all the creature comforts, you’ll have a designer kitchen to drool over, full laundry facilities, gas fire, underfloor heating, top-quality bedding and posh toiletries to ramp up the sense of indulgence.. www.villagelake.co.nz If you’re a forward-planner, here’s something to lock into your diary. Hanmer Springs’ Alpine Winter Festival will return mid-year, kicking off for a fortnight of seasonal frolics on June 28. Enjoy icy plunge pools, night light tree top climbing, dazzling light displays, kids’ quizzes and glowing mini golf. And that's just the tip of the iceberg! Spoil yourself in Hanmer Springs. Mike Yardley is our resident traveller on Jack Tame Saturday Mornings. 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1 Ruud Kleinpaste: Monarch Butterflies breeding tips 3:54
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedLots of panic questions about Monarchs this year: in Auckland they are recorded as “pretty rare”, whereas in Christchurch I see them quite regularly and they’re doing fine in my garden. There are always some troubles with wasps . These predators are quite keen t o chew the monarch caterpillars to pieces and take the protein back to the wasp nest as food for their larvae. It sounds awful and it looks awful; the common-German wasps (and Paper wasps) are, after all, imported pests that don’t belong here. Keep your plants with caterpillars under netting; the wasps can not access them. Another trick is to grow your swan plants in large pots, which can be moved to new sites when wasps discover the precious cargo; the wasp’s GPS system is disrupted when you change the position of the swan plants. Running out of food is often bad news – caterpillars starving Always keep an extra plant or two under curtain netting, so female monarchs can’t lay eggs on those spare food plants!! It also pays to reduce the number of eggs/caterpillars per plant (birth-control) I must confess: I had some trouble managing the number of caterpillars this year: they we sometimes eating the tops of the naked swanplants… and in pairs !! I tend to keep my caterpillars inside the tunnel house, so that the female monarchs couldn’t get at them to lay more and more eggs “Go Fly to Auckland and Do something with your Life” is what I usually say… Sometimes caterpillars are found limp and dying This is often caused by predation by brown soldier bugs (Cermatulus nasalis) who stick their sucking tubes into the caterpillars and slowly such them dry. Look for the soldier bugs (brown version of the garden stink bug!!) and get rid of them! Accidents do happen , especially when the last instar caterpillar does its very last change from Caterpillar to Chrysalis. That in itself is a tricky manoeuvre: the caterpillar hangs from a small patch of silk while it takes its skin of. The trick is then to hook its chrysalis “claws” into the same white silken pad, so it can hang there as long as it takes to change into an adult butterfly. There are a few videos that capture the way a caterpillar becomes a chrysalis; have a look at how the caterpillar manages that without falling. But sometimes things go horribly wrong and if you discover a fallen chrysalis soon after the accident happened, you can carefully pick that very fragile creature up and literally hang it back where it needs to be… Very delicate “First Aid” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Things You Didn’t Know You Can Compost Composting isn’t just for fruit and veggie scraps. There are plenty of surprising household items that can break down naturally and keep waste out of landfill. Pet Hair & Human Hair – Full of nitrogen, hair helps balance your compost pile. Nail Clippings – As long as they’re free from polish. Cardboard Toilet Rolls & Egg Cartons – A great source of carbon (browns) for your compost bin (most people don't put enough browns/carbon into their compost and it gets stinky, so this is a great accessible one) Natural Wine Corks – Chop them up for faster breakdown. (Avoid plastic-based ones!) Used Paper Towels & Napkins – As long as they’re not soaked in chemicals or grease. Coffee Grounds & Tea Bags – Tea bags must be plastic-free (many contain microplastics). Wooden Toothpicks & Bamboo Skewers – Break them into smaller pieces for easier decomposition. Old Cotton & Wool Socks – Only 100% natural fibres (no synthetics or elastane- unless the elastane is plant based, which is quite rare). Dead Houseplants & Cut Flowers – If they haven’t been treated with pesticides. Pencil Shavings & Uncoated Paper Scraps – A good source of carbon-rich material. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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A sprained ankle, one of the most common injuries seen at practice. What is a sprained ankle? Injury that occurs when you roll, twist or turn your ankle in an awkward way. Commonest injury when the sole of foot turned inwards – called an inversion injury – damages outside of ankle. The injury strains or tears the ligaments that help hold and stabilise the joint. What are the risks of a sprained ankle and main symptoms? Obvious risk is playing sport – rugby soccer where the ankle ‘rolls’ Uneven surfaces, being unfit, improper shoes causing you to fall, landing awkwardly after jump, higher risk if previous sprained ankle. . Main symptom one: immediate pain after roll the ankle, difficulty walking swelling and painful to touch. Bruising and restricted movement of the ankle, popping sound, sensation when the injury occurs. How do we teat them? Immediate treatment: Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation. Pain relief with things such as paracetamol. If not settled in 48 hours see your doctor to: Examine the ankle, may order x-ray to make sure not broken. Get physio involved to start exercise program to get the ankle back to normal. May take up to 6 weeks to heal. In severe cases : may use a ‘moon boot’ or walking boot to immobilise the ankle till swelling goes down. How do we prevent them? Warm up before sports ankle support if previously injured. Good fitting shoes important ( high heels a risk!) Stay fit, practice balance exercises. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Paul Stenhouse: US Government stops investigating Crypto, and why its turned off EV chargers 4:08
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedCrypto has been under investigation for allegedly trading unregistered securities, but the newUS Government has now stopped investigations. Coinbase gave $75 million to pro-crypto PACs and made a seven-figure donation to Trump's inaugural committee, not to mention the CEO's additional $1.3 million in personal contributions. Coincidence? Expert Paul Stenhouse talks to Jack about the issue, and why the US government is turning off its EV chargers. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Zero Day - (Netflix) Robert de Niro makes his small screen debut in this political conspiracy thriller that follows former US president George Mullan as he is called out of retirement to locate the source of a devastating global cyberattack. A Thousand Blows - (Disney+) Hezekiah and Alec, two best friends from Jamaica, fight for survival in the violent melting pot of Victorian London's East End; they come up against Sugar Goodson, a dangerous, veteran boxer. White Lotus - (Neon) A brand new season of the critically acclaimed drama about a group of spoiled, overprivileged guests staying at a five star luxury hotel and the staff who have to tend to their every need. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Nici Wickes: Peach & blueberry frangipane tart 5:38
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThis tart is so very buttery and rich yet somehow summery and fresh too! It’s the perfect tart to take to a picnic, and if you pack a jar of whipped cream on iceyou’ll achieve true picnic hero status. Makes 25cm tart Ingredients: 2 sheets sweet short pastry, or make your own (see below) 200g butter, softened 150g caster sugar 3 medium eggs 200g ground almonds 4 tablespoons plain flour 4 fresh peaches, peeled and quartered 150g fresh blueberries 1 tablespoon liquid honey or maple syrup Instructions: Heat oven to 200 C and place a metal tray in to heat up. Line a 25cm loose bottom tart tin with the pastry. Sweet short pastry is very forgiving so just patch it up as you need to to get full coverage. Prick all over with a fork and chill in the freezer while you make the frangipane filling. To make the filling, cream the butter and sugar until light and creamy. Add in the eggs, beating well between each addition. Stir in the ground almonds and flour and mix until just combined. Spoon the frangipane into the chilled pastry, spreading it evenly. Top with the peaches and blueberries. Place tart on preheated tray and bake for 35 minutes or until filling is set and tart is golden brown. Cool. Brush top with warmed honey or maple syrup before packing up to take to the picnic. Serve slices with whipped cream. Shortcrust pastry 200g plain flour Pinch salt 100g butter 1 egg yolk 2-3 tablespoons ice cold water Blitz the flour, salt and butter in a food processor until it resembles bread crumbs. Drizzle in egg yolk and some of the iced water and continue to pulse and drip in remaining water until it comes together. Turn out on a bench and bring it together to form a disc. Refrigerate for 30 minutes before using to line a tart tin. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Francesca Rudkin: Oscar nominated documentaries to watch 10:15
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedFrancesca Rudkin is back with Two Oscar nominated documentaries, both screening exclusively on the streaming service DocPlay . No Other Land - This film made by a Palestinian-Israeli collective shows the destruction of the occupied West Bank's Masafer Yatta by Israeli soldiers and the alliance which develops between the Palestinian activist Basel and Israeli journalist Yuval. Black Box Diaries - Journalist Shiori Ito conducts an investigation into her own sexual assault, aiming to bring the prominent perpetrator to justice. Her pursuit evolves into a significant legal case, revealing the antiquated judicial and societal frameworks in Japan. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Andrew Saville: Sports Reporter on Super Rugby, Joseph Parkers disappointment, and the Kiwi football derby tonight 6:29
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe Chiefs beat the Crusaders yesterday but almost double. Both teams were coming off impressive wins in the first weekend of Super Rugby last week. Sports Reporter Andrew Saville talks to Jack about the tournament, Joseph Parkers disappointment, and the Kiwi football derby tonight. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Kevin Milne: The do's and don'ts of baby naming 6:33
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedWhile we await the name of Jack's baby boy, Kevin Milne joins the show to discuss the Do's and Don'ts if you're not one of the parents. "I reckon is that if you don't like the name that someone else has given their child, don't say anything negative." LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Jack Tame: My takeaways from the birth of my son 5:42
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn the end, it was just over an hour. Just over an hour between being asleep on the floor of Auckland hospital, to standing, bewildered under the delivery suite lights, helping to dress my newborn son. Mava had been induced on Sunday – the scans had suggested that all was ok but that our baby was small for his age. We spent an oddly serene day waiting for the induction medication to kick in. They give you a dose every two hours until you go into labour but sometimes it takes a few hours to work and sometimes it takes days. It was actually lovely, in a way. Mava and I both read for hours in-between the doses. We went for coffee and a stroll in the domain, Mava constantly assessing baby’s every shift and every hint of a contraction. My goodness, though, when it happened... it happened. Zero to one hundred. A blur. I won’t labour you with all of the details but it’s become clear to me that there's a reason every parent has a birth story. It was surreal. It just felt like a week’s worth of crazy experiences happened in the space of fifteen minutes. It was beautiful, wild, traumatic, thrilling... it was animal. All these things. Mava was incredible. I felt so proud of her, and yet so helpless at the same time. And weirdly through it all, I felt calm. I’m not bragging. I’m not saying calmness was a good response – honestly I was probably just a bit stunned – and it turned out our son was too when he came out. They hurried him off and chucked him on the oxygen and he regained his colour. I took my cues from our amazing midwife and the other hospital staff. She wasn’t freaking out too much and so I didn’t either. The scans were right – our son was small for his gestational age. But he what lacked in size he made up for in his capacity to feed. There can be no doubt he has inherited my skin tone, my hair colour, and my appetite. This morning is the longest I’ve been away from him in his life, but at five days old I know him well enough to know that right now he is probably feeding. Isn’t it incredible how instinct works? Out of the womb, almost blind, and yet he absolutely throws himself at the boob. Head back, mouth wide, latch! Who taught him that?! A few random takeaways: 1) The placenta. Wow. That thing could feed a family of four. 2) We had three nights in hospital and a couple more in Birthcare afterwards. If our experience of the New Zealand healthcare system this week is anything to go by, it is being completely held together by migrant workers: Indians, Filipinos, Europeans, South Americans, Pasifika... they were fantastic. For all the justified concern over the health care system as a whole, we had a really positive experience and felt so grateful to the people working in what are often very tricky conditions. 3) Women's bodies, eh? To have the capacity to grow an entire human being, from his skinny little frog legs folded up at his belly, to his tiny little fingernails to the lightest fur on his pink little cheeks. To grow him, birth him, and then, having done it all, having done everything... to immediately switch to nourishing him day and night. What can I tell you about our son? He’s got his mum’s eyes. He sucks his thumb. His first music was the Koln Concert and he made sure to stay up to watch Will Young and Tom Latham score centuries against Pakistan. His name will be finalised soon enough. When he’s bulked up a bit, he’s got a long list of visitors waiting to meet him, too. After five nights away, yesterday I put our son in his carseat and drove him home. His older brother ran home from school and cuddled him on the couch. Through the madness and exhaustion of the week, running on caffeine, sugar, and love, we sat there together, a family. It was perfect. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Rachel Hunter: Kiwi model and actress on the changes to New Zealand, travel, spirituality, projects 15:23
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe sun is out and iconic Kiwis are returning to our shores. Model and actress Rachel Hunter is back In New Zealand for the summer, teaming up with Uber Eats to bring Kiwis to the beach. She revealed to Newstalk ZB’s Jack Tame that she’s actually over for around three months every year, splitting the rest of her time between LA, London, and the various retreats she does in places like India and Bali. “I’m very lucky,” Hunter said. Since she spends so much time away from our shores, she’s seen the country change with every visit, but much still stays the same. “There’s like, y’know, the things that you eat, the dairies, y’know, the beaches, the places especially during the summertime, when everyone goes off on their breaks ... you can't help but be pulled to memories of your childhood.” “Skylines change, I mean, so is the rest of the world,” she told Tame. “But I think fundamentally, when we come back to our homeland, you can’t help but provoke those really amazing times growing up.” Hunter is involved in quite a few projects, but a brand new one is releasing pretty soon. ‘Human Spirit’ is her new podcast, releasing on the 20th, to which she says they have some “great New Zealand guests” involved. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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US indie folk band The Lumineers are back. Automatic is the group’s fifth studio album, and has members Jeremiah Fraites and Wesley Schultz travelling “new sonic and thematic terrain” after twenty years of partnership. There’s a vulnerability and intimacy to the music, with vocalist Schultz pushing his vocals to the limit. Estelle Clifford joined Jack Tame to share her thoughts on the release. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Catherine Raynes: We All Live Here and The Peacock and the Sparrow 3:52
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedWe All Live Here by Jojo Moyes Lila Kennedy has a lot on her plate. A broken marriage, two wayward daughters, a house that is falling apart, and an elderly stepfather who seems to have quietly moved in. Her career is in freefall and her love life is . . . complicated. So when her real dad—a man she has barely seen since he ran off to Hollywood thirty-five years ago—suddenly appears on her doorstep, it feels like the final straw. But it turns out even the family you thought you could never forgive might have something to teach about love, and what it actually means to be family. The Peacock and the Sparrow by I. S. Barry Shane Collins, a world-weary CIA spy, is ready to come in from the cold. Stationed in Bahrain off the coast of Saudi Arabia for his final tour, he's anxious to dispense with his mission—uncovering Iranian support for the insurgency against the monarchy. But then he meets Almaisa, a beautiful and enigmatic artist, and his eyes are opened to a side of Bahrain most expats never experience, to questions he never thought to ask. When his trusted informant becomes embroiled in a murder, Collins finds himself drawn deep into the conflict. His budding romance with Almaisa—and his loyalties—are upended; in an instant, he's caught in the crosswinds of a revolution. Drawing on all his skills as a spymaster, he sets out to learn the truth behind the Arab Spring, win Almaisa's love, and uncover the murky border where Bahrain's secrets end and America's begin. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Kevin Milne: The dramatic birth of his second child 4:42
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedLabour and childbirth can be a frantic time for everyone involved. This week Kevin Milne is reminiscing on the birth of his second child - and the drama that came with it. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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1 Mike Yardley: The Sights and Spirit of Santa Monica 8:03
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like Liked"Sandwiched by mountains on one side and the sprawling white-sands beach on the other, the urban jungle of Los Angeles seems to melt away on arrival in Santa Monica. This beloved beachside city bursts with personality, offering quintessential encounters with the Southern California coastal lifestyle." Read Mike's full article here . LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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On the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for Saturday 15 February 2025, certified Kiwi icon and international supermodel Rachel Hunter joins Jack to catch up about her time back in New Zealand, and the importance of her spiritual side. Jack discusses his view on the school lunches debacle . Out of New Zealand's biggest BBQ festival Meatstock, Nici Wickes celebrates National Lamb Day with a divine marinade. Fresh off the back of a brand-new Bridget Jones film, Jack and Francesca Rudkin debate a rising trend in cinema... And Dougal Sutherland considers the best ways to handle life's big changes. Get the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast every Saturday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Dougal Sutherland: Navigating major life changes 6:21
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedI’ve been thinking recently about major life changes that families go through and how these can be at the same time very challenging, yet also an opportunity for amazing growth for individuals and for families. This was sparked by three things: The impending arrival of Jack’s baby. The recent arrival into our family of our first grandchild. Our daughter moving out of home to go to uni in Auckland (which is where we are this weekend), which will make me and my lovely wife officially “empty nesters”. In any family, these types of events are major milestones, and I think for all of them, there’s no real way of fully preparing for them. All the wisdom, guidance, and advice —however well intentioned— from others can properly prepare you for such a step-change in life. A metaphor that springs to mind for me is a ship setting off to sail in unchartered waters. These trips can be exciting, nerve-wracking, anxiety-provoking. There is the potential in these journeys to go wildly off course or become beaten down by the elements and ending up floating untethered in the middle of nowhere. Rest assured there are some good tips to follow to help people navigate these journeys – they won’t ensure smooth sailing but should help weather the storms. Have some good rhythms in your daily life that help provide stability and reassurance. It could be having a daily routine around exercise or a daily practice of prayer/meditation; maybe a general agreement to always come together at a particular time (e.g., for dinner together). Have these as general guidelines rather than rigid rules. As much as possible keep the bookends of your day consistent – have a usual time for getting up and going to bed. Sleep-ins and big nights are okay (and sometimes will be needed!) but try and let these be the exception rather than the rule. Practice forgiveness – when we’re navigating uncharted waters, we can often get stressed and speak or act in a way that we don’t usually (even more if we’re sleep deprived), which can have an effect on those around us. Practice assuming that other people usually act from good intentions (just like you do) and work to actively forgive those who inadvertently do or say the wrong thing. Hopefully that will help navigate times of family change! LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Ruud Kleinpaste: Harvesting fruit and making jam 5:24
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedA few weeks ago, I came across one of my favourite Native trees: the Tree Fuchsia. Most people in the world that grow house plants know Fuchsia as an elegant producer of flowers. I took my Dutch Cousin to Banks Peninsula, and he simply thought I was taking the micky: how can you have a Fuchsia species that grows up to 12 meters? The flowers are beautiful and the bark is outstanding – literally. But the seeds are something else again, dark purple, soft and edible. Instead of eating these seeds raw or cooking them into a jam, I felt they were miniature purple plums that could be planted to become new Fuchsia seedlings, and that’s what became my new harvesting project. These seeds are tricky to germinate, simply because they are so tiny. Soak them in water as soon as they are soft and ripe, try to remove the flesh or pulp, and spread the seeds on a good, wet seed-raising mix in a shady spot. When they germinate, put them into a lighter, warm, moist place and keep your fingers crossed. And just a few days ago I noticed our Damson Plums were ripening quickly (despite Canterbury’s awful weather this “summer”). The plums were falling off the tree, so I reported this feature to my Gardener Supreme, and decided to harvest them right-away. Now, the “normal” way to harvest these beautiful plums is by going up a ladder and grabbing the fruits within reach, chucking them in a bag before going down the ladder and tossing them in a large bucket on the orchard floor, before climbing back up. The “Straight shoots” at the top often do not bear fruit – they are a waste of time climbing. After grabbing all the plums, way up high, you can start the process of creating one of the best Jams in the World (see recipe at the end). As many people know by now, it’s best to prune stonefruit trees soon after harvest – it keeps the tree shorter and easier to manage next year and it opens the damson tree up to wind and space on the inside. I thought: “maybe it’s a good idea to prune at the same time as harvesting!” Two birds with one stone and not too long on the ladder with arthritis, etc. So far, it’s worked pretty well. Heaps of fruit and much quicker retrieval of the ripe fruits. Of course, when consulting Lynda Hallinan’s book on Damsons, I discovered that I was certainly not the first one to come up with that idea. And you know what? The Jam that Julie chucked into the jars is absolutely amazing! Jam Recipe – a Mix of Lynda Hallinan’s recommendations and Julie’s moderations For a kilo of Damson plums: Boil them up in half a cup of water. Bring to a gentle simmer, until it’s “red and pulpy”. Add 750 grams of sugar. Stir until dissolved. Boil for 10 to 15 minutes… keep an eye on it so it doesn’t get burnt. Take out all the stones with a slotted spoon or tongs (the reason is simple: those stones can break your teeth!!). Test the mixture for “setting” – not too tough, please! Chuck them into the sterilised jars. Now think about some croissants from Le Panier filled with damson plum jam! LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Tara Ward: Lockerbie: A Search for Truth, Friends Like Her, High Potential 4:56
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedLockerbie: A Search for Truth Dr. Jim Swire searches for justice following the death of his daughter Flora in one of the worst air disasters in history: the bombing of Pan Am Flight 103. On December 21, 1988, 259 passengers and crew, as well as 11 residents on the ground, were killed when a plane exploded over the quiet town of Lockerbie, Scotland. Thirteen years later, Abdelbaset al-Megrahi was convicted of the crime and later released on compassionate grounds. In the wake of Flora's death, Jim is named head of the UK victims' group and, after years of relentless campaigning, becomes instrumental in bringing Megrahi to trial. However, Jim's absolute trust in the justice system is sullied forever when he comes to believe, to his horror, that Megrahi could be innocent. As the truth shifts under Jim's feet, his life starts to crumble, losing his job and ignoring his living family for this crusade for truth and his desire to find those responsible for her death (TVNZ+ and TVNZ1 from Sunday). Friends Like Her In the wake of a catastrophic earthquake, a friendship between two women in Kaikoura turns toxic when a surrogacy deal goes wrong (Netflix). High Potential Morgan, a single mom with three kids and an exceptional mind, helps solve an unsolvable crime when she rearranges some evidence during her shift as a cleaner for the police department. When they discover she has a knack for putting things in order because of her high intellectual potential, she is brought on as a consultant to work with a by-the-book seasoned detective, Karadec. Together they form an unusual and unstoppable team (Disney+). LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Bob Campbell: Pegasus Bay Gewurztraminer 2024 and Trinity Hill 2021 The Gimblett 3:30
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedBOB’S BEST BUYS Valentine’s Day Selection Wine: Pegasus Bay Gewurztraminer 2024 North Canterbury, $30 Why I chose it: Gewurztraminer is an aromatic wine with punchy aromas that often resemble flowers (in this case rose petals). National Lamb Day Selection Wine: Trinity Hill 2021 The Gimblett, Hawke’s Bay, $39.99 Why I chose it: It’s NZ Lamb Day today and I wanted to choose a wine that would make a great match with lamb. Lamb is high in fat, which makes it a high flavour meat. Cabernet Sauvignon is a thick-skinned red grape that is also high in flavour making it a perfect partner for lamb. Trinity Hill 2021 The Gimblett is a blend of Cabernet Franc 50%, Cabernet Sauvignon 46%, and Petit Verdot 4%. The wine even has a subtle minty character which gives it a built-in mint sauce-like component that’s perfect for lamb. What does it taste like? Dense, intense red with cassis/dark berry, chocolate/mocha, vanilla, cigar box, and spicy oak flavours with a touch of mint. Approachable now with good ageing potential. A powerhouse red that was built to enhance the flavours of NZ lamb. It’s from the Gimblett Gravels, a premium red-wine region in Hawke’s Bay, Where can you buy it? Whisky and More, Waikato, $34 Liquor Legends, Auckland $34 The Good Wine Co, Auckland $35.99 Will it keep? Yes, with careful storage this wine will still deliver pleasure after 5-10 years or more LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Paul Stenhouse: Google and Apple Maps changes to Gulf of America, Apple's expected to launch a new phone, and Meta's layoffs 4:55
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe Gulf of America is official President Trump ordered it to be changed in official government documents on Wednesday, which has prompted Google Maps and Apple Maps to make the change too. Google said it made the change in line with its "longstanding policy" of reflecting name changes updated in official US government sources, but, the change is only for US users. It'll still be the Gulf of Mexico in Mexico and the rest of the world will get Gulf of America in brackets. Google has had to turn off reviews on that location though, because internet users have bombarded it with one star reviews and comments. Microsoft's Bing Maps are yet to update it. Apple is expected to launch a new low-end phone next week CEO Tim Cook teased the launch saying it'll be an opportunity to see the “newest member of the family”. It's widely expected to be the new version of the iPhone SE, whose current model is the only remaining iPhone with a physical home button. It's expected to get the A18 chip, which is in the current iPhone 16, and will debut the Apple's new homegrown modem. Meta's laid off thousands of people this week They've cut 5% of their workforce, which is up to as many as 3,600 people. They have publicly said they're targeting staff who aren’t meeting expectations, to make way for strong AI talent. This is now the third time they've started the year with layoffs. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Francesca Rudkin: Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy and September 5 8:27
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedBridget Jones: Mad About the Boy Bridget Jones finally has some luck in her life; she has a great job as a screenwriter, her family and a new boyfriend; the fact that he is over twenty years younger than her isn't the only thing that is causing problems. September 5 During the 1972 Munich Olympics, an American sports broadcasting crew finds itself thrust into covering the hostage crisis involving Israeli athletes. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Nici Wickes: Harissa and quince lamb for National Lamb Day 6:40
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedLet’s face it, NZ grows great lamb! So on this day, National Lamb Day, we’re celebrating with a delicious lamb dish that relies on the fruitiness of a quince and spicey harissa marinade. Serves 4-6 Ingredients 1-1.5kg Butterflied leg of lamb, or use steaks, loin chops, or even shoulder chops Marinade 1 red onion, finely diced 4 cloves garlic, crushed or grated 2 tbsps. vinegar 1 large tablespoon store-bought harissa 1 tablespoon quince paste (can use apricot jam) 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tsp salt Method Mix all the marinade ingredients together and spread over the lamb. Leave overnight if you can, but a few hours will do the trick too. Heat a BBQ hot plate to medium and cook the lamb, basting with excess marinade as it cooks. Turn as needed and let little bits char a bit. Serve with salad and a scatter of coriander or parsley. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Jack Tame: Savings are worth nothing if the kids don't eat 4:32
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedI suppose it was inevitable that something would go wrong. It wasn’t like the new school lunch providers all had the opportunity to ease into their work. They didn’t do huge practice runs or slowly build capacity over time. For most of them it was a case of going from zero to one hundred. Day one of the school year and they had to be zipping along in fifth gear. And all you needed were photos of a few mishits and word of a few schools with missing lunches and news spread on social media in a way that blunders never would have under the last school lunch regime. Think about it: last year, all anyone had to compare school lunches to was the previous regime, when schools were provided with nothing. Now, there’s a different precedent. If we’re honest, there is also a political dimension at play. David Seymour is so attached to the school lunch funding cuts. But he’s a polarising figure, especially in education communities. And just as he is happy to make soak up political support for being the guy making the funding cuts, I’m sure there are more than a few educators who are quietly willing Seymour to fail. All that being said, I don’t think anyone who’s seen the examples of some of the stodgy offerings being sent out to schools (or not being sent out, as has also been the case) could possibly argue with the young students who’ve reportedly been comparing them with dog food. I was listening to Newstalk ZB the other day when someone said that presentation doesn’t matter. It’s simple; the kids don’t eat the meals then they can’t really be that hungry. For anyone who’s actually spent time around children will know just how naive and misguided that is. Sure, if we were in the midst of a full-blown famine, you might reasonably expect kids to eat any old slop. But mercifully, we’re not in a famine. And actually, hungry kids don’t always act rationally. Most young children would prefer to go without kai for an afternoon than be forced to eat a tray of dog food. You probably would too. Presentation matters. I was discussing it with a mate this week, who said the whole thing still annoys him because it should be parents’ responsibility to feed children and not the New Zealand taxpayer. Sure, I said. In a perfect World, I totally agree. But unfortunately, this ain’t it. For whatever reason, there are thousands of kids who without school lunches would not be eating three meals a day. Even if you think it’s all the parents’ fault, none of those kids can choose their folks any more than we chose ours! And here’s the thing I think risks being lost in this episode: full bellies aren’t just good for the kids who would otherwise be going without. They’re good for all of us. At a moment in time when the government is literally soliciting for ideas to drive economic growth, there are few things that will drive our future productivity like better educational achievement. Kids who are hungry do not learn. An investment in a full belly today is an investment in growth in twenty years’ time. It’s an investment in skills, in businesses, in innovation. The new school lunch programme is off to a lumpy start (literally). Teething issues were inevitable, and I really hope it’ll improve. But I can tell you this much, for all the concern over the state of the books, the savings made from the school lunch programme are worth nothing if the kids don’t eat. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Jennifer Ward-Lealand and Michael Hurst: Kiwi actors on their show 'In Other Words' 13:47
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedOne of the most legendary couples on the New Zealand theatre scene, Jennifer Ward-Lealand and Michael Hurst have acting resumes that range from pimps, to politicians, to animated versions of Buzzy Bee. They’ve been in countless productions together, but it had never been just the two of them on stage until their most recent stage work - In Other Words. In the show, the two play a married couple dealing with the onset of Alzheimer's, and it had a sold out run in Auckland last year. This year, Ward-Lealand and Hurst are taking the show across the nation, which Ward-Lealand told Jack Tame they’re thrilled to be doing. “It would be rare to find a New Zealander who hasn’t had some connection in some way to some, either member of their Whanau or friends, or friends of friends who’ve experienced dementia,” she said. Despite the serious topic, Hurst says the play isn’t particularly heavy. “It certainly confronts it, but it’s levity and uplifting and the human condition, and caring, and all of those things – and music. So all of those things which are part of the dealing of it.” Although there is levity in the play, Ward-Lealand and Hurst have taken care to represent the symptoms and reality of Alzheimer’s, which they say has been well received by audiences. “The feedback that we’ve had from people has been really, really humbling,” Ward-Lealand said. Dates and Venues Clarence St Theatre, Hamilton Hamilton Arts Festival 22nd & 23rd Feb Circa Theatre, Wellington 27th Feb – 2nd Mar & 5th – 8th March Isaac Theatre Royal, Christchurch 13th – 15th Mar Dunedin TBA 2025 Wānaka TBA 2025 Opera House, Hastings 4th Apr Q Theatre, Auckland 11th-12th April LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Estelle Clifford: Nadia Reid - Enter Now Brightness 6:02
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedNadia Reid has returned. ‘Enter Now Brightness’ is Reid’s fourth album, releasing five years after the last and coming from a period of reflection during the Covid lockdowns. Estelle Clifford joined Jack Tame to give her thoughts on the release. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Catherine Raynes: The Seventh Floor, More or Less Maddy 4:10
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe Seventh Floor by David McCloskey A Russian arrives in Singapore with a secret to sell. When the Russian is killed and Sam Joseph, the CIA officer dispatched for the meet, goes missing, Artemis Procter is made a scapegoat and run out of the service. Traded back in a spy swap, Sam appears at Procter's central Florida doorstep months later with an explosive secret: there is a Russian mole hidden deep within the upper reaches of CIA. As Procter and Sam investigate, they arrive at a shortlist of suspects made up of both Procter's closest friends and fiercest enemies. The hunt soon requires Procter to dredge up her own checkered past in service of CIA, placing her and Sam into the sights of a savvy Russian spymaster who will protect Moscow's mole in Langley at all costs, even if it means wreaking bloody havoc across the United States. More or Less Maddy by Lisa Genova Maddy Banks is just like any other stressed-out student at NYU. Between exams, navigating life in the city, and a recent breakup, it's normal to feel overwhelmed. It doesn't help that she's always been the odd one out in her picture-perfect Connecticut family. But Maddy's latest low is devastatingly low, and she goes on antidepressants. She begins to feel good, dazzling in fact, and she soon spirals into a wild and terrifying mania that culminates in a diagnosis of bipolar disorder. As she struggles to find her way in this new reality, navigating the complex effects bipolar has on her identity, her relationships, and her life dreams, Maddy will have to figure out how to manage being both too much and not enough. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Mike Yardley: Malibu's rebound after the fires 8:21
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like Liked"January’s horrific wildfires in Los Angeles County have understandably raised questions about whether it’s appropriate to visit destinations close to the fire grounds and the Pacific Coast Highway. But the clarion call from LA’s tourism leaders is to remind the world, ‘we are open and would love to see you”. Over a million of the city’s jobs rely on tourism. It’s also worth bearing in mind that, while devastating, the wildfires have impacted less than 2% of Los Angeles County. Late last year, I tripped the LA coastline, lapping up the scenic beach scene in Malibu, nicknamed “Bu” by the locals and stretching across 40km of coastline. Eastern Malibu, particularly the stretch directly below Pacific Palisades, felt the force of the wildfires, with hundreds of beachfront homes reduced to ashes (Central and Western Malibu weren’t affected)." Read Mike's full article here . LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Kate Hall: Navigating opinions and disagreements in your sustainable journey 8:47
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedLiving a sustainable lifestyle can often put you at odds with the mainstream perspective, as Kate Hall knows well. So how do you navigate disagreements and deal with other people’s opinions when trying to live up to your values? Here are a few tips from Kate: Lead with Positivity Don’t instigate or engage in conversations about sustainability unless they were started or consented by the other person - otherwise you'll end up sounding like you're 'preaching'. Most likely more change and cohesion will come when you simply go about your life and others observe you. Focus on What You Can Control Put your energy into the changes you can make, rather than getting caught up in others’ opinions. Grace for Yourself & Others Give yourself and those around you room to learn and grow without judgment. Build a Supportive Circle Surround yourself with people who support or share your values (what my current tour is all about!) but avoid echo-chambers where everyone thinks the same. Keep a balance of diverse perspectives. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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On the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for Saturday 8 February 2025, Kiwi acting legends Jennifer Ward-Lealand and Michael Hurst join Jack to discuss carrying a whole show on their own and heading nationwide in their latest stage work In Other Words. Jack ponders whether taking time for the good stuff is in keeping with the modern day. Long weekenders rejoice - Nici Wickes delivers the dos and don'ts of a good platter and shares her favourite ways to personalise the offerings. Plus, Tara Ward discusses the perfect long weekend watch in 'Miriam Margoyles in New Zealand'. Get the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast every Saturday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Struggling to save money? Ed McKnight has a few tips that are backed by science that should help with your finances. Mental accounting Having rules of thumb (like 50% of spending to needs, 30% to wants and 20% to savings) actually works. It also helps people save more, especially if you are using different bank accounts (e.g. a needs account. A wants account. A savings account). Big goals vs small goals People save 82% more if you say "I'll just focus on savings $100 a week." Rather than "I want to save $5k". The Save More Tomorrow approach This method takes half of an employee's pay increase and adds it to a savings account, repeating every time they get a pay rise. During this study people went from saving 3.5% of their pay to 13.6%. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Ruud Kleinpaste: Keep your eyes open and stay vigilant in the garden 4:52
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedI’m proud of Jack. His gardening skills are increasing, with useful observations every day. Last week it was Passionvine hoppers, and they are indeed showing an upward trend. The window for control ceased in Spring (spraying the tiny fluffy bums with a simple fly spray) but for now there is little you can do until March/April, when you look for the distinctive egg patterns laid on thin, woody twigs by adult female hoppers: In Autumn cut off those dead and dying twiglets with eggs and burn them in the fireplace. Saves you from a heap of fluffybums being born next spring. Something many gardeners don’t often see early enough is the beginning of Powdery Mildew. White powdery fungal deposits on leaves of cucumbers, pumpkin, squash, oak trees, hydrangeas, beans, grapes, apples, pears, rose – it’s on a lot of different plants. Most gardeners find the symptoms too late. If you keep your eyes open you can find it starting right now in small patches on the leaves. The cause: long-term moisture on surfaces of leaves/plants or a dry spell followed by relative humidity and dew. For instance, when you have warm days and cool nights, you get dew, condensation! The name says it all: “Powdery Mildew”. The small white patches are a dead give-away, and so is the presence of characteristic black-and-yellow ladybird beetles – they spread the fungal spores around. Preventative control: spray with Yates Natures Way Fungal spray (a mix of Copper and Sulphur that stops further spread). And then there are caterpillars (the juvenile stage of butterflies and moths). Up North the Fall Armyworm is invading the paddocks and vegetable gardens; in your cabbage patch the larva of white butterfly is having a go. In my tunnel house, the tomato fruitworm and green loopers plus a dash of other cutworms damage all sorts of crops and ornamentals. Luckily, we now have a few rather good and safe insecticides that will deal to caterpillars: Yates Success ULTRA is not toxic to beneficial creatures that naturally control caterpillars and other pests. It is also usable on edible crops. A new group is Diamide Insecticides such as Chlorantraniliprole. Lawn Grub Control, Turf Insecticides or Leafroller and Codling Moth sprays (Altacor). But the most important thing to do NOW is keeping your eyes open in the garden! LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Paul Stenhouse: UK Govt issues order to gain Apple iPhone data, Tinder allows you to connect based on relationship style 4:58
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe UK government is trying to get eyes on your iPhone data – regardless of where you live Reporting from the Washington Post says the UK government has issued a secret order to Apple to effectively give it backdoor access to all the data, even the encrypted data that it stores in iCloud. It's an offense for a company to reveal they've received this type of order, under the UK’s Investigatory Powers Act of 2016. Apple is expected to stop offering encrypted backups in the UK, but if it also meets the demand to offer a backdoor to encrypted data, then other nations like the US and China are likely to ask for the same thing. While the position from most law enforcement has been that it makes it easier for terrorists and child abusers to hide, the US, Canada, Australia, and NZ are now in favour of encryption to stop Chinese hackers. Tinder wants you to find the "relationship" you want Tinder has more than just a stack of profiles to swipe through at random, there's also an explore page which has let folks connect based on interests like Animal Parents or Gamers. But now you can also look for those who are wanting the same style of relationship as you. There are now categories for serious daters, those looking for a long-term partner, non-monogamy, and short-term fun. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Tara Ward: Miriam Margoyles in New Zealand, Apple Cider Vinegar, Grace 5:05
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedMiriam Margoyles in New Zealand In preparation for her first New Zealand film role, the irrepressible Miriam Margolyes embarks on a road trip around our beautiful country (Sky Open on Sunday 9 Feb at 7.30pm, also streaming on Neon). Apple Cider Vinegar Two young women advocate for wellness remedies to cure deadly illnesses, unraveling their lives as they unknowingly - and knowingly - mislead the world (Netflix). Grace Written by the critically-acclaimed screenwriter Russell Lewis, this adaptation of the bestseller by Peter James stars John Simm and follows the Brighton-based Detective Roy Grace, who has hit rock bottom in his life. His wife Sandy disappeared six years ago, and Roy spends all his time investigating cold cases. Meanwhile, his different ways of working are being questioned by his bosses, risking his job. However, things look set to change when his colleague Detective Glenn Branson asks for his help on a difficult case (Neon). LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Francesca Rudkin: Presence and Alien Weaponry: Kua Tupu Te Ara 9:13
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedPresence A family becomes convinced they are not alone after moving into their new home in the suburbs. Alien Weaponry: Kua Tupu Te Ara Two teenager brothers attempt to storm the world of thrash metal while performing Māori anthems that channel the power and pride of their culture. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Nici Wickes: Easy and affordable recipes for platters 5:19
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedI love to keep entertaining super casual and that often means building a platter. It’s the ultimate in minimal effort creating something that looks like a magical feast. Platters are endlessly customizable, meaning you can work with what you’ve got and work to YOUR budget. Try these three simple and affordable recipes next time you’re serving up a platter of deliciousness. Roasted grapes 1-2 bunches of grapes – any colour Drizzle of quality olive oil 1 tsp thyme or rosemary (optional) Sprinkle of sea salt 1 tsp honey (optional) Brush grapes with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Whack them on a lined tray and roast them at 180 C for 20-30 minutes. Whilst still hot drizzle over honey if using. Serve with crackers and blue cheese. Cheat’s Smoked Salmon & Chive Dip 150g cream cheese 95g tinned salmon, use the smoked one 2 tbsps. finely chopped chives + extra Decent squeeze of lemon juice Salt & pepper to taste Blend all ingredients in a food processor. Sprinkle with extra chopped chives and serve with cheesesticks for dipping. Baked brie 1 whole brie or camembert cheese Few sprigs fresh rosemary, thyme and/or oregano 2 tablespoons white wine or sparkling wine Grind of black pepper 2-3 thick slices good quality bread, cut into batons 2 tablespoons olive oil ¼ teaspoon sea salt 2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley Wedges of lemon Turn oven to 180 C. Place the cheese round on a sheet of baking paper big enough to wrap the cheese and then into a large ramekin or other ovenproof dish that holds it snugly. With the tip of a sharp knife make 3-4 cuts across the top of the cheese. Insert herbs into these. Splash over wine and grind pepper. Wrap up tying or twisting the paper to enclose. Bake for 15 minutes or until soft all the way through. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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I am very particular. I’m a big believer that a Tidy House makes for a Tidy Mind. I like things to have their place. I like routine and I hate clutter. Both of my televisions are mounted on the walls with their cables hidden away. I use organisers to secret my stereo cords, and a cluttered benchtop makes me feel so unsettled that I insist on having nothing on it. Nothing. Our microwave is hidden away in a cupboard. Our toaster is hidden in a drawer. And when it comes to electric gadgets, that’s as far as I’m prepared to go. An air fryer? You’ve gotta be kidding me. Despite my wife’s protestations, I still refuse to buy an electric kettle. Therefore, for most all of adult life I’ve made coffee the same way. An Italian stovetop, a little Bialetti number. You put the water in the bottom, coffee in the funnel, put it on the element and wait for the espresso to brew. It spits out the top of the shaft after about 5 minutes and 12 seconds of steady heat. It makes you wait, just a little. But it’s worth it: a rich, black espresso, creme on the top. I love the smell, I love the taste, and I love the ritual. I figure my Bialetti brew lands in that perfect middle-ground between freeze-dried instant coffee and the in-home espresso makers which have steadily become ubiquitous in our kitchens. It’s coffee for someone who cares about coffee, but doesn’t require a gleaming chrome spaceship taking up 4sq metres on the kitchen bench. But am I missing out? Truthfully, I’m starting to second guess myself. Last year, a family member very generously offered to shout us a fancy espresso maker as a wedding gift. I gently demurred at the time. It’s not that I think they’re totally gimmicky. They’re not popcorn-makers or at-home candyfloss machines. But it’s funny, my parents got a machine a couple of years ago with a grinder and steamer and pitcher for the milk and Dad thrashes it every morning. My sister has an even fancier new number and brews velvety rich flat whites in those fancy see-through mugs. She says she hasn’t bought a coffee since. And I can see how the economics add up. If you replace two cafe-bought coffees a week with a $500 dollar machine, add in the milk and coffee costs, you’d have paid it off by the next Rugby World Cup. To the best of my knowledge, only one other person in my life has consistently made coffee the same way as me. But as my brother sheepishly admitted to me last night, he’s just ditched his Italian stovetop for a big, fancy espresso maker he bought in a Briscoes sale. “It’s great bro!” he said. “You just push a button.” You just push a button. You see, I think that’s it. Sure, maybe it’s the cables on the benchtop that puts me off. The sound. The cost of a big fancy coffee machine. Or maybe in a world that’s always changing and where nothing is guaranteed, starting every day in exactly the same way with exactly the same ritual and exactly the same brew... maybe starting the day by waiting on a simple process and a humble pot... maybe that’s what makes the coffee taste so damn good. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Nadia Reid: Kiwi musician on her upcoming album 'Enter Now Brightness', motherhood 13:34
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn less than a week’s time, Kiwi musician Nadia Reid will release her fourth album: ‘Enter Now Brightness’. It’s her first album in five years, born from a period of reflection during the Covid lockdowns beginning in 2020. The album is a record of “poise and great beauty”, documenting the sound of a “cellular shift” and pain giving way to tenderness and joy, the biography on her website reads. She told Newstalk ZB’s Jack Tame that the album took two years to write. “At one point I thought, well, I don’t have terribly much to say,” she said, referring to the stagnancy of lockdown. “But it turns out I did have... I had, I wrote 12, we recorded 12 songs, 10 of which made it onto the album.” LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Estelle Clifford: Young Franco - It's Franky Baby! 10:01
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe debut album from Young Franco, ‘It’s Franky Baby!’ is filled with experimental tracks and collaborations. The 10 tracks cover a range of genres, Franco taking inspiration from disco, rap, punk, and dance music from all over the place. Estelle Clifford joined Jack Tame to share her thoughts on the DJ’s first release. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Mike Yardley: Walking and wings in Marlborough 8:09
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like Liked"Far from being just a port town, Picton has blossomed into a fully-fledged holiday gem. Wrapped in forest-clad hills, the Picton foreshore is studded with a swag of hospo spots and heritage treasures like the Edwin Fox, in addition to being an alluring launch-pad for savouring Queen Charlotte Sound." Read Mike's full article here . LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Catherine Raynes: Beautiful Ugly and A Dangerous Game 3:43
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedBeautiful Ugly by Alice Feeney Author Grady Green is having the worst best day of his life. Grady calls his wife to share some exciting news as she is driving home. He hears Abby slam on the brakes, get out of the car, then nothing. When he eventually finds her car by the cliff edge the headlights are on, the driver door is open, her phone is still there. . . but his wife has disappeared. A year later, Grady is still overcome with grief and desperate to know what happened to Abby. He can’t sleep, and he can’t write, so he travels to a tiny Scottish island to try to get his life back on track. Then he sees the impossible — a woman who looks exactly like his missing wife. A Dangerous Game by Mandy Robotham Seven years after the chaotic aftermath of World War II, London has is coming alive again, with jazz clubs and flickering cinema awnings lighting up the night sky. But for widowed Helen 'Dexie' Dexter, she's still a woman in a man's world. She longs to prove herself as an officer in the London Metropolitan Police, yet she's stuck intervening in domestics and making tea for her male colleagues. Then Harri Schroder arrives, seconded from Hamburg to the Met. Haunted by the loss of his wife and child, Harri is unlike any man Dexie has ever known. Compassionate and sharp-witted, he sees her not as a threat, but as an intelligent, canny officer full of potential. And when Harri is tasked with hunting down a Nazi war criminal-turned-respected-businessman, with connections to the upper echelons of British society, it's Dexie he turns to for help. But as their bond deepens, a deadly fog engulfs London. Dexie and Harri must expose the fugitive before he vanishes, risking everything for justice - and each other. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Kevin Milne had a bit of a run in with some credit card fraud last weekend. Upon trying to make a few purchases, he found his card blocked due to 7 suspicious attempts to withdraw money stemming from the US. He joined Jack Tame for a chat about the experience and the lessons he learnt. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Dougal Sutherland: The need for mental health support in the workplace, the financial cost of cutting it 11:47
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like Liked2024 was a hard year for many. If you didn’t lose your job, you might have spent a lot of time worrying about losing your job or ending up in the unenviable position of trying to do more with less! It’s not surprising that there are high rates of anxiety, stress, and burnout in the workforce. However, at the same time I’ve noticed over the past 12 months a bit of a worrying trend in workplaces to dial back on things that support staff mental health and wellbeing. There are some suggestions this is because in a tighter economic environment that these topics are seen as “nice to haves” or a bit “soft and fluffy” and therefore should be dialled back. This new survey from the UK highlighted that if businesses understood staff mental health and wellbeing from a different perspective, they would quickly realise that it’s more important than ever to invest in staff wellbeing. Could it be that protecting and enhancing the mental wellbeing of workers is the key to increasing our productivity, something that is on the minds of many this year? The Deloitte’s survey looked at the financial sector and found there was more symptoms of burnout compared to other areas of industry and the cost of this was over $10k per person per year. If we dive into what those symptoms are —exhaustion, making more mistakes at work, poorer work performance— then it’s easy to see how poor mental health can affect the productivity of a business. Also, in some workplaces being exhausted and making more mistakes at work could lead to some potentially fatal consequences (e.g., mistakes with machinery). Other research has demonstrated that businesses who are supporting the mental health of their employees have lower levels of sick leave and better financial performance. Helpful to know in light of the WHO data indicating that globally about 12 billion working days per year are lost due to depression and anxiety, which costs over $1.7 trillion annually! So, what can businesses and staff do? I think the first thing is to change how you think the reasons for supporting people’s mental health at work. If you can figure out what is contributing to poor wellbeing at your place and do something to address it, you’re putting your business in a really good position to weather the next 12months which, by all predictions, are still going to be somewhat rocky. For people in the workplace, you might have already found that requests for support for mental health and wellbeing have fallen on deaf ears. You might want to subtly change how you frame these requests, by asking for support to help maintain the viability and productivity of your organisation. On a more meta level, the government, in its current push for more efficiency and productivity, might be really interested in this data and to think about how protecting and supporting workers’ mental health could be a win:win situation. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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On the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for Saturday 1 February 2025, Kiwi muso Nadia Reid joins Jack from halfway around the world ahead of the release of her first album in five years, ‘Enter Now Brightness’. Jack finds common ground with RFK Jr. on his attitude towards ultra-processed foods and America's big-food industry. You can't beat a classic for a summer BBQ - Nici Wickes delivers a classic ol' Kiwi bean salad. And Francesca Rudkin dishes on Nicole Kidman's saucy new erotic thriller Babygirl. Get the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast every Saturday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Ruud Kleinpaste: Mighty mites and garden pains 3:42
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe tiniest critters can be the biggest pain in the you-know-what when it comes to your body and your garden. The mere fact that they are sooo small does not help to discover them in time. That kind of goes for most of the members of the Order ACARI – a huge range of critters such as Bird mites, Follicle mites (we all have them in our eyelashes), chiggers, scabies mites, ticks and —of course— plant mites. A week or two ago I discovered the very first Acari on Julie’s Frangipani bush in the glasshouse. Just a few innocent little acari, known as two-spotted spider mites with the elegant scientific name of Tetranychus urticae. Literally a couple of days ago I discovered this: Massive “spider webs” made from the smallest and softest silk on the planet. All strands very close together, keeping the inhabitants safe from whatever may be mite predators. Spider mites are often a real pain in the warmer areas of the garden – especially the glasshouse, tunnel house, and very sheltered areas with warm sunlight. Their trouble-making is very simple: damage the tiny cells on leaves by rasping, and remove the moisture inside those plant cells. That leaves the cells without their contents, and they simply dry out. The most important stuff they grab is the green chlorophyll that’s inside those cells; those cells will be filled with air, thereby becoming bleached, light yellow and grey. Spider mites use the massive silken constructions as easy runways to get from leaf to leaf and partner to partner. Their numbers increase rapidly, and the damage follows… Once you have had a close look at the leaves, the silk and the runways, you’ll find the little scrapers: 4 pairs of legs, a few dots on their body, and some movement. Once you spot them it pays to have a go at controlling these vast colonies before they really cause severe damage. Organic control can be achieved via Yates’ fatty acid spray (NatraSoap). That stuff works on tiny critters with a sensitive skin. An alternative: Neem Oil or Conqueror Oil. Repeat sprays are recommended to catch the tiny babies after they come out of their eggs. Biological Control is another way to reduce the population. Phytoseiulus persimilis is available from BioForce Ltd, who sells the product Mite-E™. It’s a parasitic mite that eats the eggs of the spider mites and even the juveniles and adults of that pest. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Head lice, otherwise known as nits or kutis, is one of the most frustrating medical conditions parents have to face. It’s very common and often seen in school outbreaks. What are head lice and who gets them? They’re small insects found on the head. They live on hair and suck blood from the scalp. They lay eggs on the hair – looking like little grains of sand stuck to hair. Anyone can get them; it has nothing to do with poor hygiene. They do not carry disease. Only humans can get them, and they’re spread through direct head contact. Often found on children who sleep together or play together. Often spread by school outbreaks. They can’t live when not on the head and die quickly. How do you know you have them? Sometimes can see live insects moving on the scalp. Nits, headlice eggs look like small grains of sand stuck to hair that can’t be brushed out: often found around the ears and back of the neck. Intense itch sometimes, kids often scratch at their hair. Scratching can cause sores to develop on the scalp. Often causes redness, swelling scalp. What do you do about them? Two things: You need to kill the live adult insects using a special shampoo and get rid of the eggs stuck to the hair. Use head lice shampoo ‘Dimethicone’ twice, one week apart. It’s not an insecticide, it suffocates the live head lice. You then have to comb out the eggs stuck to the hair, so they don’t hatch. A few times every day for 1-2 weeks: use a fine-tooth nit comb, wet comb with the conditioner and comb till no eggs coming free. Any other things to think about? If one child gets infected in the family, check the rest of family and treat with shampoo on the same day. Tell your school – school outbreaks are common. It’s difficult to prevent. Never ever use fly spray or kerosene (sometimes promoted): dangerous! LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Paul Stenhouse: Tesla's new robotaxi service in Texas, Sims games are being re-released, and Meta cracks down on leaks 8:15
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedMore robotaxis are headed to the streets Tesla is starting a robotaxi service in Austin in June. They'll be fully autonomous, with no human driver behind the wheel. As far as we know, these will be standard Teslas using just cameras to understand their surroundings. That's unlike Waymo and others which use Lidar radar technology. Tesla has been testing out the full driverless function in San Francisco, but with a safety driver behind the wheel. They’ve also enabled self-driving at the Tesla factory so when a car is complete it drives itself to the loading dock. Sims & Sims 2 are being re-released To celebrate the franchise’s 25th anniversary, the two games are being re-released. If you want to dive into some nostalgia, Windows 10 and 11 users can download from Electronic Arts or Steam. No love for Mac users though. Did you know there's a Sims movie in the works? No release date yet, but it's expected sometime this year. Mark Zuckerberg is annoyed by leaks Facebook/Meta has typically been very open with staff hosting Q&As at regular Town Halls, often giving unscripted and unfiltered thoughts and observations. But Mark is watching what he says now because the leaks are being too frequent. Their head of security said in a leaked memo that they will fire staffers who leak. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Tara Ward: Paradise, Rogue Heroes, The Recruit 4:42
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedParadise A security service team is tasked with safeguarding a former president (Disney+). Rogue Heroes During World War II, eccentric young officer David Stirling is hospitalised in Cairo after a training exercise accident. Bored, he starts thinking that the accepted war methods are wrong and hits on a radical plan. He fights for permission to recruit the toughest, boldest and brightest soldiers for a small undercover unit that will create mayhem behind enemy lines. More rebels than soldiers, Stirling's team are every bit as complicated, flawed and reckless as they are astonishingly brave and heroic (TVNZ+). The Recruit A fledgling CIA lawyer gets caught up in a dangerous game of international politics when a former asset threatens to expose the nature of her relationship with the agency unless they clear her name (Netflix). LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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When NZ green beans are in season, I love to make this salad to have on standby to have with everything! It’s divine and whilst canned beans work just fine, if you go the extra mile and cook your beans from scratch you won’t be sorry. Makes 5-6 cups Ingredients Salad 2 cups sliced green beans 3 cups soaked and cooked beans (or use canned) ½ red onion, sliced very thinly 1 cup diced red, green or yellow capsicum ½ cup diced cucumber, skin on ½ teaspoon sea salt ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper Dressing ¾ cup sugar — any will do, I use white! 1 cup apple cider vinegar ¼ cup olive oil Method Lightly cook the green beans by pouring boiling water over them and leaving them to sit. Simmer the dressing ingredients together until the sugar has dissolved then set aside to cool. Toss all the salad ingredients in a big bowl or container, pour over dressing and chill until ready to eat. It will last for at least a week in the fridge, and you can keep adding to it as vegetables come to hand or out of the garden! Nici's Note You can use canned beans, if you wish, though they tend to be mushier than I like — but they are irresistibly convenient! LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Francesca Rudkin: Babygirl and You're Cordially Invited 8:20
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedBabygirl A high-powered CEO puts her career and family on the line when she begins a torrid affair with her much younger intern. You’re Cordially Invited A woman planning her sister's ideal wedding and the father of a bride-to-be discover their destination weddings at a remote resort are double-booked. When both parties decide to share the small venue, chaos ensues and disaster awaits. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Jack Tame: RFK Jnr has a point about processed food 5:46
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedTrump’s wasting no time, we can be sure of that. Whether it’s his executive orders, Greenland, or his extraordinary Cabinet appointments, the President’s strategy in office is obviously to move quickly, to flood the zone. For his opponents, there is just so much to be outraged about they simply can’t keep up. Of the many crazy things to observe, RFK Jnr’s confirmation hearing this week has been a standout for me. Obviously, the guy is wacky and unconventional but having someone with his history of campaigning against vaccines in such an important public health role is extraordinary, even by Trumpian standards. Potentially dangerous, for sure. But I don’t want to talk about vaccines, I want to talk about food. Because despite his unconventional persona, despite how much I disagree with things he’s said about vaccines and actions he’s taken in the past, not everything about RFK’s health philosophy should be discounted. Not everything’s loopy. When it comes to his attitude towards ultra-processed foods and America’s big-food industry, I’m 100% on Kennedy’s side. In a nutshell, he reckons America’s ultra-processed food industry is making Americans less healthy. The combination of processing, the use of artificial, engineered ingredients, factory farming, and excess sugar has contributed to alarming health outcomes. And honestly, I agree. Speaking personally, I think I might have first adopted a food philosophy of sorts when reading Michael Pollen – he of the simplest food rules (‘Eat Food, mainly plants, not too much). But for a long time now, my personal philosophy on food is the more it’s been processed, the more it’s been tinkered with and optimised and engineered, the more numbers it has for ingredients, the worse it probably is for your health. Don’t get me wrong – I love a bit of junk food. But life’s too short to only eat numbers. I’d much rather have a big wedge of carrot cake or a slab of ginger crunch from a fancy café than a junk food that comes in a package. I’d rather have a pizza from an independent pizza place or an Uncle Man’s Malaysian laksa than a large combo and a Coke from one of the big chains. I know they’ve made big efforts to improve their offerings, but speaking personally, it’s almost 18 years since I had anything from the likes of McDonalds, BK and KFC etc. I doubt I’ll ever eat that stuff again in my life. In America, of course, it’s much worse. Everything is processed. Everything comes in a packet. Every aisle at the supermarket is a middle aisle. I’ll never forget when a Kiwi mate came home for a month over summer and accidentally left a bag of bread in the pantry of his New York apartment while he was overseas. He returned after four or five weeks, expecting to find a writhing blob of blue penicillin in his pantry, only to discover a bag of bread without a single spore of mould, anywhere. Yeesh, we wondered, if that bread can survive a month in a warm cupboard, what’s it doing to us? And yet on average, despite spending twice as much on healthcare per capita than other large, wealthy countries, life expectancy in the U.S is five years lower. Bananas, eh? They spend twice as much per-person, only to live five years less. We can’t pin it all on ultra-processed foods, but diet certainly plays a role. About half of the trillion US dollar supermarket industry is ultra-processed food. That’s about NZ$850 billion every year. If RFK Jnr is confirmed and can break through some of the vested interests that underpin that industry, honestly, all power to him. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 David Gray: British singer-songwriter talks mortality, touring, and writing 'Dear Life' 17:06
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like Liked25 years ago, David Gray was renowned for how famous he wasn’t. He had a cult of fans and listeners hooked on his sincerity and plainspokenness – but he hadn’t quite broken into the mainstream. And then came his career-making album White Ladder, recorded in his home and going on to become one of the best-selling albums of the 21st century so far. His lasting success has led him to the release of his 13th album Dear Life. The album is heavily influenced by themes of mortality, which Gray says have been present in his writing and works since the death of his father. “I was up close and watched him die, and that changes your perspective on things,” he told Newstalk ZB’s Jack Tame. “Just like watching one of your children being born – it's a privilege to be there.” “Obviously when you see the sort of parentheses that hold our fragile little lives, you reassess everything.” Gray also cites the western obsession with agelessness and anti-aging as an influence, as well as the deaths caused by Covid-19. “This all I ambiently fed in, I think to probably my natural inclinations.” The songs in ‘Dear Life’ are very direct, Gray says, explaining that they were “born standing up” and ready to go. “They’re not cutting any strange angles away, they’re not hiding themselves,” he told Tame. “That’s not to say that they don’t play games within that fixed gaze... there’s a lot of humour, there’s a lot of delicacy.” “But it was just such a pleasure to write.” LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Catherine Raynes: One Dark Night and The Wedding Party 4:03
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedOne Dark Night by Hannah Richell He murdered her at the folly on their wedding day, left her body for the crows. They say she haunts the woods now, a girl in a white dress. Everyone in the small town of Thorncombe knows the tales of the haunted woods where the birds don’t sing and a girl in a white dress roams, luring people to their deaths. But when a girl is found dead the morning after Halloween, her body carefully arranged at the bottom of an old stone folly, the community is thrown into turmoil. Local police detective Ben Chase is assigned to the murder investigation, but when the victim is identified as a student from his teenage daughter’s school, tensions rise. Was she the victim of a party prank gone wrong, or does the girl’s death represent something more ritualistic and sinister? As the investigation unfolds and the noose tightens around Chase’s own family, the only thing anyone can be sure of is that no one is safe until this violent killer is caught. The Wedding Party by Rebecca Heath A bride-to-be lying to everyone. A grieving mother who can't move on. A little sister keeping secrets of her own. And a member of the wedding party who won't survive to cut the cake. What happened on the jetty a decade before was an accident, everyone agrees. Or do they? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Mike Yardley: Exploring the flavours of Blenheim 7:54
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like Liked"Bracketed by the biscuit-brown Wither Hills and the lofty prongs of the Richmond Ranges, Blenheim’s vast blanket of the Wairau Plain bursts with possibilities. When it comes to winery finery, few venues can hold a candle to the elemental elegance of Wither Hills Cellar Door & Restaurant. Exuding a mix of contemporary design and relaxed sophistication, coupled with soul-rinsing views from their four-storey tower; the Wither Hills Winery is pitch-perfect for a wine tasting and bite to eat." "Steve and I then headed over to Vines Village, which is homebase for Explore Marlborough’s wine tours. They offer a great range of options, included guided or self-guided tours. Kitted out with a trusty e-bike, over the next few hours, we tootled our way around the vineyards, mostly on off-road trails, including the fabulous stopbank of the Wairau River, which serves up elevated views of the vast bucolic canvas." Read Mike's full article here . LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Kevin Milne: The newest "pet" in the Milne household 5:47
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedKevin Milne has a new "pet". It's not an animal per se, but rather an robotic vacuum cleaner and mop. Kevin got his from a Boxing Day sale - reduced from $1,250 all the way down to $250. And with a price drop like that, he's wondering how many people own these robotic vacuums. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Dr Dougal Sutherland: Starting 2025 with some oomph 8:36
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like Liked2024 was a bit of a rough year, with job losses, hard economic times, and low business confidence. The new year offers a chance to reset. Dr Dougal Sutherland offers his top tips for starting 2025 off with some oomph: If you have a job, count your blessings! Lots of people lost theirs last year and so it’s important to remember that even though it may not be the best job in the world, at least you’re in paid employment! Plan out your holidays for the year as best you can. Have a look for the public holidays that are happening in 2025, can you make any of these into longer weekends (e.g. four days instead of three) and give yourself that extra time to rest and recover? Looking ahead I can see there is quite a gap of public holidays between Matariki and Labour Day – can you plan for some leave then? Four months is a long time to go without a break, especially in winter. Make a daily ‘Have to, Hope to, Love to list’ – “Have to” are things you must do today; “Hope to” are things that you can do if you have time; “Love to” is at least 1 thing per day that fills your cup – make sure to give this as much priority as “Have to”. Take some time to reflect on 2024 – what did you learn from the year? What went well and you would like to keep doing? Anything that you would like to avoid doing again that you did last year? Think about the people in your life – are there some who you would like to see more of? Can you plan ahead to make time for them? On the other hand, is there anyone who it may be better off not to have in your life? Are there some (polite) ways that you ease off these relationships? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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As 2025 settles in and everyone settles back into work, you may be left daydreaming about that bach you rented over the Christmas break. You may be tempted to buy one of your own – but should you? Ed McKnight joined Francesca Rudkin to run through the pros and cons of buying a holiday house. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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On the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for Saturday 18th of January 2025, New Zealand country music star Tami Neilson and Dr Jada Watson talk about their new show ‘The F Word’ – combining Jada's research with Tami's music. Francesca Rudkin reflects on some bad crowd behaviour at the tennis. Chef Nici Wickes gives some ideas on how to use up the glut of courgettes in the garden – including using them in ice cream. Have you returned from summer holidays desperate to buy a holiday home? Ed McKnight has the pros and cons of buying a bach. Plus, David Gray is back and Estelle Clifford gives us her thoughts on his new album 'Dear Life'. Get the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast every Saturday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Oskar Howell: Tech commentator on the lack of innovation and new product development in the technology landscape 4:40
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedTech ebbs and flows when it comes to advancements – sometimes we’re flooded with them – other times there is very little new stuff hitting the market. As we head into 2025, has tech development and innovation stagnated? Tech commentator Oskar Howell joined Francesca Rudkin for a chat about the state of the landscape compared to previous decades and the wide array of products produced. He says it feels like a lot of these tech conglomerates are putting their eggs in the AI basket and using AI as a means to cut corners in developing good technology - gimmicks in place of proper innovation. In 2025, a quarter of a century in, Howell would like to see some actual new tech – maybe these companies can get back to basics and stop with the fanciful AI and all that nonsense? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Ruud Kleinpaste: The pros and cons of the summer weather 5:32
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedLots of moaning early January 2025: coolness and wetness in many different places. Wellington and Christchurch were the biggest moaners in New Zealand – the West Coast was just lovely. Canterbury (after a few good weeks in spring) started getting wetter and colder as Summer commenced. In the garden there was no amazing speed of growth, but that rainwater reminded me of a transplantation trick to get tomatoes, lettuce, spring onions, and other vegetables really taking root! Transplanting in a dry garden is tricky – you would have to water the young tomato plants twice a day to allow them to survive. That in itself is really tricky to execute. Too little water and the patch of soil is not wet enough to make the plants spread its roots. The young plants simply struggle to develop. Too much watering makes the young plants far too wet around the roots, causing all sorts of trouble, especially fungal diseases before the plants are even 30 centimetres tall. This year’s cool and wet weather pattern showed me the trick to avoid transplants woes: Soak your soil well before you plant the small vegetables. That literally makes the soil nice and moist on a large scale, rather than dryish in-between the spots where you dig in the young plants. This year no problems with a regular watering from the heavens – we could even have a Holiday without anybody needing to climb over the fence to water our vegetable plants! A rather wet summer does have its problems, especially with early ripening fruits such as peaches and —in our case— apricots! Regular wetness on these developing fruits often causes fungal diseases that can ruin and rot your crop in a matter of a few days. Brown rot is the obvious disease that moves rapidly through your tree(s). If you are quick enough you can harvest that fruit and cut off the brown patches and somehow “save the day”. But once that Brown Rot (aka Monilinia fructicola) is in the system you’ll be too late to keep it under control. Prevention is the best tactic: thin out the tree after fruiting by removing branches, allowing a lot more space for next season – it will be sunnier and quicker drying too! When you still get some brown rot, a preventative spray with copper-based fungicides, (organic, by the way!) especially after flowering, will reduce infection as the copper will kill the fungal spores the moment these land on the tiny developing fruit. Follow these sprays up every 2 or 3 weeks and the Brown Rot will start to moan about the brilliant weather that still doesn’t result in rotten fruit LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Tara Ward: The Pitt, American Primeval, The Hardacres 5:45
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe Pitt A realistic examination of the challenges facing healthcare workers in America as seen through the lens of the frontline heroes working in a modern-day hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (Neon). American Primeval A mother and son fleeing from their past form a found family while confronting a harsh landscape of freedom and cruelty in the American West (Netflix). The Hardacres In this 1890s rags-to-riches saga, the working-class Hardacre family are catapulted into the world of aristocratic snobbery, when a radical business idea makes them rich beyond their wildest dreams (TVNZ+). LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Flow Winner of Best Animated Feature at the 2025 Golden Globes, this dialogue-free animal adventure centres on a cat who must work together with other species stuck on a boat after a flood devastates their home. The world seems to be coming to an end, teeming with the vestiges of a human presence. Cat is a solitary animal, but as its home is devastated by a great flood, he finds refuge on a boat populated by various species, and will have to team up with them despite their differences. In the lonesome boat sailing through mystical overflowed landscapes, they navigate the challenges and dangers of adapting to this new world. The Brutalist Escaping postwar Europe, a visionary architect comes to America to rebuild his life, his career, and his marriage. On his own in a strange new country, he settles in Pennsylvania, where a wealthy and prominent industrialist recognises his talent. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Nici Wickes: Creative uses for excess courgettes 7:24
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe first courgettes from the garden are cause for a celebration. Not so the marrows that sneak up on you later in the season when you are heartily sick of grilled courgette and the neighbours are getting tired of you offering them as gifts! Here’s some surprising and delicious ways you can use them. Creamy salad or steak sauce Makes about ¾ cup Ingredients 1 cup chopped raw courgette ¼ cup olive oil (or use iced water) Handful of basil leaves or parsley or other herb you like Decent squeeze of lemon juice or some other acid like vinegar Salt & pepper Parmesan cheese (optional) Method Blend it all together to a creamy, light green sauce and pour over salads or bbq meats. Store in the fridge for up to a week. Fresh fruit ice cream Freeze chopped courgette and use equal portions of it with a frozen fruit (berries or mango are good) to blend to a smooth gelato-like ice-cream. Feel free to add some sugar or other flavourings and/or some liquid (not too much!) like coconut milk or cream / cream / water to help the blender out. Best eaten straight away and from a cone. Smoothies A lot of people load up smoothies with banana from the creaminess, but frozen courgette does the same without the sugar. Magic! Somebody also told me that you can make jam with them but I’ve yet to test this theory :) LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Francesca Rudkin: Danielle Collins just met the crowds halfway 3:25
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedSummer means different things to us all, but if you love a game of tennis then summer sure delivers. And sometimes it gives us more than just a hard-fought match – it can also serve up a conversation starter as to how we should behave, as both players and the crowd. The wind and rain made things challenging for the ASB Classic organisers in Auckland. Regardless, it was a great tournament with sold out crowds and some excellent tennis. I’ve only just started to watch tennis live over the last few years, and it’s become a summer must do. It’s a great sport to watch live, especially at the Manuka Doctor Stadium in Stanley St, because it’s such an intimate setting. We’re so well behaved here in NZ – it takes no prompts for the crowd to go quiet, and it can be a relief when a fan finally gets the courage to yell some encouragement between points. Getting hooked on the ASB Classic is the perfect lead into the Australian Open. A few hours each evening have drifted away while I’ve been watching on the telly, but with over 90,000 people heading into the Arena on some days, their behaviour can be a little rowdier than here in NZ. A lot has been made of US player Danielle Collins’ behaviour towards a hostile crowd a day or so ago, but really all she did was meet them halfway. Playing local favourite Destanee Aiava, the crowd was very obviously behind the Aussie, and this led to combative scenes between the crowd and Collins. Collins made the comment post-match that she thought there were quite a lot of “super drunk” people who had a hard time controlling themselves; but admitted she loved the energy, regardless of which side the crowd are on. During the match Danielle used that energy as motivation and wasn’t afraid to bite back, blowing sarcastic kisses and making a pretty brash speech at the completion of her win which was the equivalent to giving the middle finger. Was it classy? No. Was it the way you would like your child to behave? No. But do you blame her? No. It’s not fair to just criticize the player’s behaviour when she’s only matching the crowds. How much abuse would you put up with in the workplace? Sure, heckling is part of sport, but it works best when delivered with good humour or a light touch, not nastiness. If you’re doing all the work and others are firing abuse at you from the sideline, is it really any different to the abhorrent behaviour of online trolls? Good on her for being herself and not taking any, you know, crap. Collins has made herself the villain of the tournament. I doubt she cares. You wouldn’t get this from a young player establishing themselves on the circuit, but maybe Collins, who’s coming to the end of her career, is doing them a favour by challenging the crowd’s behaviour. It wouldn’t happen here – we're more passive and a little less exciting, but there’s nothing wrong with being respectful. I’d much prefer that’s the lesson we’re passing on to younger generations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Best of 2024: Dame Sophie Pascoe on Saturday Morning with Jack Tame 17:18
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like Liked"Best of both worlds": Dame Sophie Pascoe forgoes competing, presents Paralympics coverage The Paralympics got underway this week in Paris, and for the first time in 16 years, Team New Zealand is missing a familiar face. Dame Sophie Pascoe, New Zealand’s most decorated Paralympian, has decided to forgo this year’s Games in favour of staying home with her young baby. Pascoe is a 4-time Paralympian, bringing home a total of 19 medals – 11 Gold, 7 Silver, and 1 Bronze. However, while she may not be competing this year, that doesn’t mean she’s uninvolved, as Pascoe is presenting New Zealand’s TV coverage of the Games. She told Newstalk ZB’s Jack Tame that as the Paralympics came closer she was feeling a bit nervous about presenting, as well as a bit of FOMO from not being over at the Games, however when they began she was content with her role. “I'm right where I need to be with my family, with my baby and right here, presenting and helping out the Paralympic team, but still feeling like I'm part of the team, but just in such a different capacity.” LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Best of 2024: Alan Bates' fight against the British Post Office 16:46
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like Liked"They've been waiting far too long": Alan Bates digs into the fight against the Post Office In 1999 the British Post Office introduced a faulty piece of accounting software, the consequences of which would see over 900 subpostmasters wrongly prosecuted for theft, fraud, and false accounting. Some lost their businesses, jobs, and homes, and many were left financially ruined. Others were convicted and sent to prison, some dying while they waited for justice. The case has been highlighted in the ITV drama Mr Bates vs the Post Office; the prosecution of Post Office subpostmasters being described as ‘Great Britain's worst miscarriage of justice’. Alan Bates, a former subpostmaster, has been leading the charge and this week gave a strong witness statement at the public inquiry into the Horizon IT scandal. He told Newstalk ZB’s Jack Tame that the outpouring of support from across the nation has been absolutely wonderful, and they may need to engage it going forward. “Some of the, if you might call them, the baddies in all of this might be trying to get away scot-free,” Bates said. “We have real concerns that they need to be held accountable for their actions in all of this, and often that fails to happen in so many of these big scandals with big firms.” Bates told Tame that he’s never really struggled with accounting, so when the Horizon system was introduced to his own Post Office, he could see it was lacking from the outset. “Once problems started occurring, it was pretty obvious what was the root cause of it all.” He’s worked with computer systems before so he could not only see the issues with the programme itself, but with the stances the Post Office was taking on it. Bates said they could never give him an assurance over the accuracy of the system, and they kept swearing no one else could access it, despite it being a network system that anyone could access if they had the right codes. “They just terminated me, given me three months' notice and walked off with the investment.” Bates professes to be something of a stubborn man, telling Tame that he knew his stance on the system was right and so he dug his heels in on it. “We started meeting others over the years, and then we found out we weren’t the only ones, and they weren’t the only ones, and we sort of grew from there.” In Bates’ opinion, a lot of this whole event has been about controlling the narrative, which the Post Office with its significant resources was able to do for ‘donkey’s years’. “It wasn’t until we got them in the court, into the high court, and we got the judgements, the outstanding judgements from Judge Fraser, that the narrative changed.” “They started losing their footing in all of this, and we started to take over.” The most important thing in all of this, Bates told Tame, is getting the financial redress for the victims. “They’ve been waiting far too long.” LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Best of 2024: Dame Kiri Te Kanawa on Saturday Morning with Jack Tame 14:56
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like Liked"I'm aiming for a few more": Dame Kiri Te Kanawa ahead of her 80th birthday Dame Kiri Te Kanawa has had an eventful life. One of New Zealand’s most prolific performers, the opera singer has performed in countries all over the world in several different languages, receiving a slew of honours over the years. She retired in September 2017, her last performance taking place in October of 2016. Since then, Te Kanawa committed herself to nurturing young artists, sitting as a judge in singing competitions and establishing the Kiri Te Kanawa Foundation which supports young musicians and singers in realising their dreams. Te Kanawa recently moved back to New Zealand after living in the United Kingdom for over 55 years, and her connection to both countries saw her sent as one of NZ’s official delegates for the state funeral of Queen Elizabeth II. Her 80 th birthday is coming up this week, Te Kanawa telling Newstalk ZB’s Jack Tame that she can’t believe she got to this age. “I thought 70 was bad enough, now we’re at 80.” The celebrations might not be exactly what you’d expect for such a milestone, Te Kanawa revealing that she and her husband are going fishing. They plan to just get enough for the table, as being out on the water is what Te Kanawa really enjoys. “I’m, you know, a Pisces, my husband’s an Aquarius, so we’re water people.” Te Kanawa moved back to New Zealand in 2021, settling down in the Bay of Islands. While she does feel that it was the right choice, she does still feel homesick for England after having lived there for such a long time. “We did it and we’re pleased we’ve done it, but I’ve left an awful lot of my heart behind.” “But home is here, and I am thoroughly enjoying all the different things about New Zealand which I never knew about.” One such thing is kiwis' refusal to give way to others in traffic, a contrast to the politeness she’s used to in England. “There’s a whole lot of little things that people don’t do or do do that are nice.” Despite having such a long career, Te Kanawa revealed that she doesn’t look back on it all that much, the rapid pace of her life and career overwhelming. “It took me several years to calm down and about a year to sort of say that I’m not going to sing again.” “It’s best not to look back, it’s always best to look forward.” Since retiring from performing, Te Kanawa has instead put her efforts into supporting the next generation of artists with the Kiri Te Kanawa Foundation. “We’ve had a lot of great successes,” Te Kanawa told Tame. Some of the people the Foundation has supported have gone on to get major roles at Covent Garden, some singing in Glen Bourne and Salzburg. “I’m so pleased that we’ve, we’ve helped them a lot, and it’s a lovely little group now that we’ve been sort of really mentoring.” Mentoring is what she’ll continue to do, Te Kanawa having no plans to perform in public again. “The past is in the past,” she said. Te Kanawa told Tame that while her voice was very beautiful in the past, she hasn't trained it in years. She said that even if she tried to start training it again, it would take months to get it anywhere near what she would like it to be. “It’s just best to leave it, go to sleep, and let’s enjoy the youth of today.” LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Estelle Clifford: Franz Ferdinand - The Human Fear 6:14
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedReleased early January 2025, ‘The Human Fear’ is Franz Ferdinand’s sixth studio album, focusing on the concept of “searching for the thrill of being human via fears" as described by frontman Alex Kapranos. The album touches on fears such as social isolation, the fear of leaving an institution, and fear of staying or leaving a relationship. Estelle Clifford joined Jack Tame to give her thoughts on the album. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Nemesis by Greg Hurwitz Evan Smoak is a lone wolf operator. It goes with the territory for a former off-the-books government assassin. He certainly can't afford to go up against one of the few people he likes and trusts in this world. But Tommy Stojack, a gifted armorer and gunsmith whom Evan relies on, has crossed a line. And when Evan confronts him, instead of clearing up a deadly disagreement, he comes under attack. Now it's war. Tommy's got problems of his own though. He promised a dying comrade that he'd be there for the man's son and now the boy's in a world of trouble. The very last thing Tommy needs is Evan showing up with vengeance on his mind. The scary thing? Evan isn't even the most dangerous threat to arrive on the scene . . . The Crash by Frieda McFadden The nightmare she's running from is nothing compared to where she's headed. Tegan is eight months pregnant, alone, and desperately wants to put her crumbling life in the rearview mirror. So she hits the road, planning to stay with her brother until she can figure out her next move. But she doesn't realize she's heading straight into a blizzard. She never arrives at her destination. Stranded in rural Maine with a dead car and broken ankle, Tegan worries she's made a terrible mistake. Then a miracle occurs- she is rescued by a couple who offers her a room in their warm cabin until the snow clears. But something isn't right. Tegan believed she was waiting out the storm, but as time ticks by, she comes to realize she is in grave danger. This safe haven isn't what she thought it was, and staying here may have been her most deadly mistake yet. And now she must do whatever it takes to save herself-and her unborn child. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Over the summer break Mike Yardley took advantage of the gorgeous weather to take a trip to the South Island’s Tasman Bay. He joined Jack Tame for a chat about his family holiday in the south, visiting sun-drenched spots like Kaiteriteri, Motueka, Mapua, and hitting the pedals on the Great Taste Trail. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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With the school year kicking in soon, the time has come to complete the costly task of back-to-school shopping. Kate ‘Ethically Kate’ Hall has a few tips on picking sustainable options that could save you some money. Start at Home Use unfinished exercise books by removing used pages and calling it new. Deep clean old lunch boxes, sharpen short pencils, and repair cracked rulers. Embrace resourcefulness - clever parenting and saves money! Treasure Hunt for Supplies Before you visit a store, turn finding existing school supplies into a fun game with the kids. Ask school leaver families if they have leftover supplies, or share your extras with others. Shop Second-Hand Explore second-hand stores for pens, pencils, books, and folders. Unique and vintage stationery can often be found here. Shop at places like All Heart Store who have high-quality second-hand stationery and office supplies - second hand and supporting an amazing charity. Ditch the Plastic Avoid plastic adhesive covers; try reusable options like DIY fabric covers. Opt for Sustainable lunchware Invest in eco-friendly options like Bento Ninja’s stainless steel lunch boxes with dividers to minimize single-use packaging. Challenge the “New Only” mentality Push back against the stigma around second-hand school supplies – value doesn’t decrease with use. Cover books with fun, second-hand fabric and embrace vintage stationery for a unique touch. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Our holiday on the West Coast of the South Island (Punakaiki) was just what we needed – weather in Christchurch was cold and wet, but on the West Coast sunny and warm. I re-discovered a tree I have missed since leaving Auckland 14 years ago: Rhopalostylis sapida is its name. Gardeners know it as the Nikau Palm. There are two species in the New Zealand Territories: R sapida is the common Nikau in North Island and South Island, occurring mostly on the coast from Okarito in the West and Banks Peninsula in the East. It also occurs on Chatham Island and Pitt Island and the variety that grow there is a lot more elegant, especially in the younger form: the fronds (leaves) have a more drooping attitude, a bit like the traditional palms in the tropics. I reckon we should have a taxonomic discussion about its identity (a different species?). The Nikau on the offshore Islands of the Hauraki Gulf show a similar elegance (Little Barrier, Great Barrier etc etc). I must say: I prefer those drooping forms over the tightly growing leaves pointing towards the sky. Flowering takes place in Spring and Summer and the colours are wonderful. The seeds that are formed a year later are one of the Kereru’s favourite snacks. These birds’ ecosystem service is to disperse the seeds through the forests – a lovely job! So… if you find Nikau seeds and want to have a go at germinating them: chuck them in water for a few days and take out the seeds; the flesh is easy to remove. Plant the seeds in good seed-raising mix (or even in a plastic bag!) until they germinate. Plant them in tall pots – keep them in shade. When they start to grow (My goodness… they are slow!) ensure that you give the palm’s roots some space. When transplanting be careful not to damage the roots, especially the tap root! The second Native species in New Zealand occurs in Raoul Island (Kermadec Islands group). Its scientific name is Rhopalostylis baueri. This is a gorgeous form with large leaves and beautiful drooping habits. They are great to grow in large containers. I found some of these baueri (often called Rhopalostylis baueri var cheesemanii) as Christmas present for my local gardener at home. It’s one of those finds that fills a space in my heart too and it gives us a few years of “advantage” to get that beauty growing. Plant in shade, out of frost sites and be very careful with the roots. In Punakaiki I learned exactly how much that time advantage is: Nikau take about 40 years to start forming a trunk They can grow to 15 meters tall Have “rings” around their trunk where old leaves were attached, so you can more-or-less guess how old the tree is: two or three rings per year Do the Maths! Too slow? Sorry to hear that. LEAVE YOUR LEGACY! IT’S WORTH IT LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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On the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for Saturday 25th January 2025, legendary singer songwriter David Gray tells Jack how mortality and relationships inspired his new album ‘Dear Life’. Jack spent his summer holidays tramping in the backcountry, he reflects on the solitude and lack of connectivity in the bush and whether that will last as technology improves. Cameron Diaz has released her first movie in a decade, Francessca Rudkin reviews her comeback film. Open AI can now complete tasks for you - only catch is a pretty hefty price tag. Tech commentator Paul Stenhouse has all the details. And Ethically Kate, Kate Hall has some sustainable back to school tips. Get the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast every Saturday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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BOB’S BEST BUYS Wine: Balvonie Prosecco, Marlborough $34.59 Why I chose it: It is the only Kiwi Prosecco I know of Prosecco may be the world’s most popular sparkling wine 100% Glera A popular style, everyone loves Prosecco A perfect summer wine Have a Prosecco tasting and compare it with Australian and Italian Prosecco What does it taste like? An attractive, creamy sparkling wine with an appealing mellow freshness and restrained mousse. An initial marmite-like yeastiness faded quickly leaving a clean, mouth-cleansing sensation in its place. It could easily be mistaken for an Italian Prosecco. Why it’s a bargain: It’s not cheap but it is good and certainly worth the price. Where can you buy it? On the Balvonie website . Food Match: It's versatile, good with most seafood. Will it Keep? Drink up. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Paul Stenhouse: OpenAI's latest tool can complete tasks for you such as booking flights or restaurants 4:06
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedOpenAI's latest tool can complete tasks for you. The biggest thing is that the operator can take actions for you using its 'computer vision'. Basically, it takes screenshots of the webpage, then can click with its virtual mouse and keyboard to complete things, like book a flight, or a restaurant. It's a big step forward because traditionally to do these things you needed to use APIs - structured data messages with explicit details. Now you can write a sentence and the AI will just do it. No preparation needed. Excited? Well, it's available now, but only for those with the $200-a-month ChatGPT Pro service. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Tara Ward: Severance, The Night Agent, Karen Pirie 5:28
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedSeverance Mark leads a team of office workers whose memories have been surgically divided between their work and personal lives; when a mysterious colleague appears outside of work, it begins a journey to discover the truth about their jobs. Season 2 has just been released (Apple TV+). The Night Agent While monitoring an emergency line, an FBI agent answers a call that plunges him into a deadly conspiracy involving a mole at the White House. The second season released earlier this week (Netflix). Karen Pirie After the promotion to Police Scotland's Historic Cases Unit, Karen Pirie reopens the cold case of a murdered barmaid. Her investigation unearths flaws in the original 1995 inquiry (Neon). LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Kevin Milne: The most tedious line in public speaking 6:28
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedAn MC is responsible for ensuring an evening runs smoothly, keeping everything in line and keeping the guests entertained amid the various speakers and events. However, there’s one line commonly said by the MC that Kevin Milne wishes they’d do away with. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Francesca Rudkin: Back in Action and We Live in Time 5:25
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedBack in Action Fifteen years after vanishing from the CIA to start a family, elite spies Matt and Emily jump back into the world of espionage when their cover is blown (Netflix) . We Live in Time Almut and Tobias are brought together in a surprise encounter that changes their lives. Through snapshots of their life together —falling for each other, building a home, becoming a family— a difficult truth is revealed that rocks its foundation. As they embark on a path challenged by the limits of time, they learn to cherish each moment of the unconventional route their love story has taken, in filmmaker John Crowley's decade-spanning, deeply moving romance (in cinemas) . LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Let's talk about the wickedly good plums that are all about at the moment. People with plum trees will be harvesting them by the bucket load and creating all manner of deliciousness. This tart is just divine and works with pretty much any variety of plum. It’s not too sweet so I find that people who claim not to have a sweet tooth love it! Serves 6-8 Ingredients Base & topping 1 ½ cups plain flour 100g ground almonds 2 heaped tbsps. raw sugar 1 tsp baking powder 75g butter, chilled 1 medium egg Filling 400g ricotta 2 tbsps. sugar 75mls sweet dessert wine Zest of a lemon 6-8 plums Method Heat oven to 180 C. Grease a 26cm ceramic pie dish. In a food processor blitz flour, almonds, raw sugar and baking powder to mix. Add butter and process until you have fine crumbs. Add egg and pulse until coarse crumbs form, that will hold together when pinched. Press a little more than half this mixture into the base and up the sides of prepared dish. Chill. Whisk or beat filling ingredients, except plums, until you have a mostly smooth cream – I don’t mind a few lumps of ricotta. Pour mixture into chilled crust. Slice plums into 6 slices and place these on top of filling. Cover with remaining crumb mixture and bake for 40-45 minutes until set. Cool. Serve at room temperature or chilled. Nici’s note: This tart keeps well for a few days in the fridge, and it even improves with time. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Jack Tame: The solitude of tramping in the bush 4:01
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedAs I turned on my phone for the first time in three days, it lit up with text messages from my wife. A photo. A tiny baby. Trussed up in a cotton wrap like a fresh, fleshy burrito with a little woolen hat for good measure. “Congratulations,” she said. “You’re a dad.” I knew she was joking. I’m not denying there was an element of risk in going tramping through the backcountry of the Kahurangi National Park with a wife who was 32-weeks pregnant. I just knew that if she had had the baby while I was dragging myself up a distant ridgetop, her first words to me when I emerged from the bush would not have been ‘Congratulations!’ Solitude in the bush —the uncontactableness— is a big part of the attraction for me. I love the physical challenge of tramping. I love the birds, the piwakawaka flitting about when you're under the canopy, and the kea squawking over the valleys. I love how humbling it is, how insignificant you feel, when you stand on top of a mountain ridge and are confronted with your puniness. But maybe above all, I love that feeling when you can see nor hear no sign of human beings. Realistically, that solitude is about to take a massive hit. When I was in the Kahurangi, it struck me that it’s only a matter of time —a couple of years at most— before satellite internet and communications technology mean we will all have internet and cell phone reception all the time. It won’t matter if you’re in downtown Auckland or halfway down the traverse from Yuletide Peak to the Anatoki Forks Hut, if you want comms you’ll have comms. That endless stream of notifications buzzing in your pocket. I’m not going to deny the obvious upsides, especially in my family, where there is a history (thankfully not mine) of people going missing in the bush. In emergency situations it’s going to be hugely valuable. For trampers who want weather forecast updates or people in some rural parts of the country with connectivity holes, a gamechanger. But with all that is gained with increased connectivity, that humbling sense of solitude is lost. It’ll be that much harder to escape the World, even for a couple of days. All I hope is that when our child is born and is old enough to go tramping, a voluntary code of sorts will have become the norm for all trampers when they head into the New Zealand bush: Fill out the intentions book, tell someone where you’re going. And for goodness’ sake, unless it’s an emergency, put your phone on airplane mode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Tami Neilson and Dr Jada Watson: Country musician and musicology professor on the gender inequality in country music and 'The F Word' 15:57
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedClassic female country artists like Dolly Parton, Loretta Lynn, Patsy Cline, and Faith Hill, along with modern-day musicians like Kasey Musgraves, Carrie Underwood, and Shania Twain are pioneers of the genre. Despite their influence and hand in elevating country music to the heights it’s reached in the modern era, only 10% of country music airplay and awards are granted to women. This is one of the astonishing facts in Tami Neilson’s latest show ‘The F Word’, which combines music with the research of musicology professor Dr Jada Watson. The two first met on Twitter, both very vocal about challenging inequality in the country music industry. “I followed her because she wrote, you know, these incredible articles," Neilson told Francesca Rudkin. “What I loved about her work was that for an artist, she was kind of giving us the tools to feel validated I guess, you know, vindicated.” Neilson says she wanted to tell the story of women in country music through song, backing it with the black and white statistics of Watson’s research. Despite country being one of the largest genres of music in the United States, women are disproportionally represented, an issue Watson says has historic roots. “We have to remember where country came from and the time in which it was developed, and this was 1920’s United States, racially segregated country.” “Most cultural institutions were racially segregated and then sort of built into that framework was also different forms of discrimination or oppression,” she said. One of the stories they tell in ‘The F Word’ is that of the Carter Family – one of the founding families of the country music genre. Watson says that in the recording sessions including people like Jimmie Rodgers, the Carters said that a woman in the lead would never sell. “We think of them as the founding family of country music,” Watson told Rudkin. “And so that idea of women not selling, or not being possible to sell has really been baked into the fabric of the institution that is country music.” The ‘F Word’ will be performed on Saturday, March 8th at Auckland Town Hall. Tickets are available at aaf.co.nz/ LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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David Gray has released his first studio album since 2021. ‘Dear Life’ is his thirteenth album, filled with intricate layers of instrumentation, vocals, and harmonies. In Gray’s words, it’s an album of emotional crisis and resolution, morality and faith, reality and illusion, love and heartbreak, magic, science, loss and acceptance. Estelle Clifford joined Francesca Rudkin to give her thoughts on the release. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Best of 2024: Tom Sainsbury on Saturday Morning with Jack Tame 15:09
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedTom Sainsbury talks comedy, dramatic aspirations, obsession with the "New Zealand character" Tom Sainsbury wears many hats - actor, writer, comedian, director, host, influencer - across film, tv, stage, and social media here in New Zealand and on international projects. Kiwis might know him for his political impersonations or shows like Wellington Paranormal. Tom is hosting a winter special of New Zealand’s International Comedy Festival, and having just returned from a very glamorous international sojourn, he joined Jack Tame in studio for a chat. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Best of 2024: Nici Wickes' Sticky Coconut Feijoa Cake 6:32
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThis sticky cake is studded with tangy feijoas and has a chewy caramelised coconut topping added halfway through cooking and it’s just gorgeous. Makes a 23cm cake. Ingredients 1 cup pitted dates 1 cup boiling water 1 teaspoon baking soda 130g butter ½ cup white sugar ½ cup brown sugar 1 large egg 1 ¼ cups plain flour 1 teaspoon baking powder Pinch salt ½ cup dessicated coconut 1 cup peeled and diced feijoa Coconut topping: 1 cup shredded coconut 1/3 cup brown sugar 1/3 cup milk 50g butter Method: 1. Preheat the oven to 170 C. Grease and line a 23cm round baking tin. 2. Cover dates in boiling water and leave to soak for 5 minutes then add baking soda and blend to a chunky paste in a food processor. 3. Cream the butter and both sugars until pale and creamy then beat in the egg and beat for one minute more. Add the date paste to the creamed mixture and stir until combined. Sift in flour, baking powder and salt. Fold in coconut and feijoa chunks until combined. Scrape into baking tin, gently smooth the top and bake for 30 minutes. While it cooks make the coconut topping by combining all ingredients in a small pot over a low heat until melted together. 4. At 30 minute mark, gently spoon the coconut topping over the cake, in an even layer. Continue to cook for a further 25-35 minutes until topping is golden brown and a skewer inserted comes out clean. Run a knife around the edge of the cake to loosen the topping from the tin and leave for one hour before gently turning out and cooling fully. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Estelle Clifford: Album - Mahashmashana by Father John Misty 7:28
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedFrom NME - “Contrasting with this recollection, there’s a peacefulness to ‘Mahashmashana’, the tone grounded even when its author veers into psych-rock (the pounding ‘She Cleans Up’) and strutting funk (‘I Guess Time Makes Fools of Us All’). Half of its eight tracks spool on for more than six minutes and he’s not minded, these days, to explain them in interviews or on social media. Insteadhe’s bowed out from the spotlight to produce a record that tunes into love, ageing and the search for meaning without the compulsion for a punchline or wry aside. As a result, the lush ‘Mahashmashana’ doesn’t quite mainline the zeitgeist in the same way that ‘Honeybear’ and ‘Pure Comedy’ did. Then again, there’s something to be said, in 2024, for logging off in favour of self-reflection. On the swooning ‘Mental Health’, Misty rejects the hive mind, concluding that his own particular “ insanity ” is “ indispensable ”. Whoever the folk he is underneath that beard, the good Father can’t help but share words of wisdom.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Mark Gregory: Christmas at the Castle Cookbook 13:24
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedMark Gregory is a chef who has worked around the world, cooking for royalty, music legends and sporting greats - and has spent decades in top European kitchens. He’s appeared on TV shows like Ready Steady Cook and the BBC’s Good Food Show and Mark was the first kiwi chef to be awarded both the Master of Culinary Arts by the Royal Academy and France’s Master Craftsman status. He joins Francesca Rudkin in studio to talk all things Christmas cooking and his cookbook 'Christmas at the Castle'. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Catherine Raynes: Round up of her top books from the year 7:34
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedStill have a gift or two to pick up? Catherine has a round-up of her top books from the year... Fiction The Waiting by Michael Connelly Intermezzo by Sally Rooney Frankie by Graham Norton Southern Man by Greg Iles We Solve Murders by Richard Osman Non-Fiction The Elements of Marie Curie by Dava Sobel Framed: Astonishing True Stories of Wrongful Convictions by John Grisham & John McCloskey The Seige by Ben McIntyre From Here to the Great Unknown by Lisa Marie Presley & Riley Keough LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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On the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for Saturday 21 December 2024, kiwi chef extraordinaire Mark Gregory joins Francesca Rudkin to talk Christmas day entertainment, festive cooking, and how local charity DineAid is helping with food insecurity during the holiday season. Francesca celebrates Liam Lawson winning the Red Bull seat. The holidays are upon us and Chris Schulz delivers his top cinema picks to catch over the festive season - perfect for escaping the heat for a blast of AC. Mike Yardley rounds up signature events and exhibitions across the motu this summer. And, Nici Wickes shares a deliciously easy peach, raspberry & blueberry trifle cake - minimal effort for maximum effect this Christmas! Get the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast every Saturday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Looking for something to do over the summer? Sail GP's long awaited Auckland debut will roar into the city in January 18th and 19th of Wynyard Point. Historic exhibit Dinosaurs of Patagonia will also take place in New Zealand. Down in Wellington Te Papa will exhibit the premiere of the global tour of Vivian Westwood. Mike Yardley discusses all this and more events across the country this summer. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Kate Hall: Tips for a Sustainable Christmas Day 10:23
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedKate Hall's tips for a sustainable Christmas Day: + Bring reusable containers with you for food leftovers (pop them in your car/bag) + Consider your transport - could you carpool with other family members? Or would biking help to avoid Christmas day hectic traffic? + Salvage the wrapping paper to keep for next year! (Kindy parents – use up all those paintings...) + If you compost at your home, bring a sealed bucket or jar to take home compost scraps (if they place your visiting doesn't have a compost) + Attend events with intent: consider how you're going to connect with the people, what you want out of the event, and remember 'busy' is an attitude - avoid it. LISTEN ABOVE: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Ruud Kleinpaste: Christmas is a time to look around 4:45
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedYep – I realise this is a weird and busy time – running around with presents and Family and kids that hunt for the elf on the shelf. Seeing Family members is the moment to re-connect. But deep down inside I am looking forward to checking up on my last few babies of the “little Owl”. A creature introduced from Europe. I remember it well: making a nest in hollow Willow Trees along the rivers of the Netherlands. Often visible during the day, sitting on posts along the farm fences. They – literally – are little owls; about half the size of ruru. We created nest boxes for them and they love living in those apartments. These owls feed on introduced birds, large insects, flies and moths. All we do is find them in their nesting boxes and tag them with some rings around their legs – each ring has its own number and we can keep track of them when we catch them again. Gorgeous birds – especially when they make that wonderful “Wheeeew” noise outside my bedroom at night. They tend to be late breeders, starting mid October or early November, with the young birds fledging just before Christmas. Look out for them in the South Island – Cute little owls! A real treat . Pohutukawa and other members of the iron-hearted trees ( Metrosideros ) These are best trees in NZ – great for the north (where pohutukawa is naturally distributed from N-Cape to a line east –west from Hawkes Bay to Taranaki). Yes, they do occur further south (as people took them everywhere) but here we should look for their close relatives the Rata Trees. In flower – right now – they’ll be attracting the widest variety of pollinators … not just honey-bees. Bumble bees, a huge number of Native bee species and Houseflies, blowflies, flesh flies and Bibionid flies (Blossom Flies) as well as pollinating beetles (carpet beetles!!). Carpet beetle on pohutukawa flower stalk – pollinating our native tree. We usually consider these beetles as domestic pest, but eating our carpets and woollen clothes is merely the job they’ve always done on our planet: recycling the hair and wool of dead animals. I love going out at night with a torch in the garden . You’ll find stuff you never see! One step further: get a UV Torch and light up the world around you. The UV light changes all the colours you think you know… Insects see their world through UV light; Now you can see what bugs see! Flowers change colours with UV and lichens (On tree trunks) can be totally weird! Here is a segment of a tree trunk with various lichens on the bark: On the left the original colours you see in ordinary torch light – On the right through UV light Note the yellow lichens turn Red! Why? No Idea; but it fascinates me toobserve and find out about that colour reflection And while we’re looking around, see if you can spot one of our 13 species of Pseudoscorpions , also known as the “false scorpions". Kind-of related to the real and venomous scorpions that scare the living daylight out of Humans: they belong to the group of Arachnids: 8 legs etc etc and pincers that stick out and make them impossible to mis-identify. They catch other invertebrates for food (caterpillars, small critters, larvae and all sorts of tasty critters. Often seen near compost bins where their prey is numerous. Tiny things (a few millimetres or so) and using flies as their private Uber taxis to get from one place to another. They simply grab the legs of house flies and hitch a ride to the next compost bin – the same destination that flies are looking for Christmas is a fabulous time look around – you might find creatures you never knew we had in our country. Enjoy! LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Sun: Great for outdoors - improves mood, gives us vitamin D for bone health. Too much sun is our biggest danger: sunburn. We have a harsh sun with lots of UV light. Easy to cause sunburn which sets us up for skin cancer later in life. NZ has one of the highest melanoma rates in the world. Think protection: sunblock, loose long sleeves, hats, children rash tops at beach. A cloudy daywon’tprotect you. Avoid getting burnt! Water Quality when swimming: Rivers, lakes, and beaches are great in summer. However hidden risk we don’t think about: contaminated water. This can give us tummy bugs and the dreaded vomiting and diarrhea. Key things to watch for: Generally, avoid swimming after very heavy rain: contaminated with stormwater, sewage overflow. Look out for signs - if it says don’t swim – don’t! – Risk of contamination is high! Watch out for strange smells – don’t go in, Discoloration sign be sign of run off. Avoid pipes and culverts. Food Keep food safe over summer, especially in the heat. The four C’s: clean, cook, cover and chill Harmful bacteria live in such as salmonella live in food that is not handled properly Keep your hands and surfaces clean, rinse fruit and vegetables Chicken isa big problem: separate chopping board, separate knife, wash hands after handling, cook right through. Keep cooked food chilled between 2 and 4 degrees. Keep food covered away from flies and bugs. Overall have a good time and stay safe! LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Paul Stenhouse joins the show to talk password security 101. Use a password manager : A password manager can generate, store, and fill in your passwords for you. This can help you create and remember strong, unique passwords for each account. Use strong passwords : Passwords should be at least 12 characters long and include symbols, numbers and a mix of uppercase and lowercase letters. Avoid dictionary words, personal data, sequential numbers, repeated numbers, and keyboard patterns. Tip: try a "pass phrase" of multiple words or numbers strung together" Use different passwords for different accounts : Using the same password for multiple accounts makes your data more vulnerable. If a hacker guesses your password for one account, they can try it on all of your accounts. Use multi-factor authentication : It's annoying, but multi-factor authentication adds layers of protection so even if someone has your password, they still need that second factor of authentication too. Bonus points.. try adding a Pass Key . It's like an advanced password that is super long, and is uniquely tied to the website/app that you created it with. So if you ever ended up on a look-a-like fake website, your credentials wouldn't even be sent. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Tara Ward: The shows that are coming out over the holidays 6:21
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedSquid Game - ( Netflix, December 26 ) The global hit dystopian series returns, bringing back the wildly popular — and lethal — competition that puts desperate contestants through a series of children’s games with a massive cash prize at stake (but deadly consequences for the losers). Missing You - ( Netflix, January 1 ) The latest Harlan Coben book adaptation follows detective Kat Donovan whose world unravels when she finds her estranged fiancé on a dating app. This leads Kat to reopen the unsolved mystery surrounding her father's murder. Gavin and Stacey - ( December 26 TVNZ+/TVNZ2 9.30pm ) The Finale: Nearly twenty years since it first hit our screens, and five years on from Nessa and Smithy's cliff-hanger proposal, beloved British comedy Gavin and Stacey is back for its long-awaited final episode. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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TRAILER Carry-On - ( Netflix ) Starring Jason Bateman and Tarn Egerton. A young airline security guard is blackmailed by a mysterious passenger who threatens to smuggle a dangerous package onto a plane on Christmas Eve. TRAILER Juror #2 – ( Neon ) Directed by Clint Eastwood. Starring Nicholas Hoult, Zoey Deutch, Toni Collette, Kiefer Sutherland. A juror for a high-profile murder trial finds himself struggling with a serious moral dilemma that could influence the verdict and potentially convict, or free, the accused killer. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Nici Wickes: Peach, raspberry & blueberry trifle cake 6:53
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedChristmas Trifle Cake Peach, raspberry & blueberry trifle cake There is nothing more satisfying to me than a chilled, cooling trifle on Christmas day. Made into a beautiful cake this one is an absolute showstopper yet because it’s made a day ahead and is truly easy to assemble it’s completely hassle-free! Serves 10-12 2 store-bought trifle sponges 75mls sherry 600mls thick custard - make your own or store-bought is fine, just make sure it’s thick 2 cups sliced peaches (tinned will do if fresh ripe ones are not to be found) 1 punnet each raspberries and blueberries 300mls cream, whipped ¼ cup slivered almonds Icing sugar for dusting Line a 20cm springform cake tin with baking paper, extending the height of the sides using a baking paper collar. Cut one of the sponges through the middle so you have one thick and two thinner sponge cakes. Cut them to fit the shape of your tin. Place the thick sponge into the base of the cake tin. Drizzle with 1/3 of the sherry then spoon over a larger of custard. Top this with peach slices arranged continuously around the edge and scattered in the centre. Scatter over 1/3 of the raspberries. I squish them a bit as I like the look of them bleeding into the custard filling. Add a second layer of sponge and repeat; sherry, custard, fruit. Top will a final layer of sherry-soaked sponge. Press it down semi-firmly, cover (I use a dinner plate over the tin) and chill overnight. Just before serving, spoon over clouds of fresh-whipped cream, blueberries (some cut, some left whole) and the remaining raspberries. Scatter over almonds and dust with icing. Use a sharp knife to cut into wedges to serve! Nici’s note: Replace the sherry with orange juice to cater for children if you like (or just deem it out of bounds for them!) and you can use any fruit you like really as long as it’s well-ripe for maximum flavour and ease of cutting. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Andrew Saville: Sports Reporter on Liam Lawson's Red Bull success, favourite sporting moments of the year 7:46
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedLiam Lawson is coping some negative feedback after being picked by Red Bull, but Andrew Saville thinks most of that noise is from overseas fans. It has been a fantastic year for New Zealand support, Saville discusses his favourite highlights. Auckland FC ranks in his list, the Olympics being our best ever medal haul, and team New Zealand winning the America’s Cup Again. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Kevin Milne joins the show to discuss the best and worst parts of the Christmas period. Not interested in social commitments held at this time of year? Kevin agrees. Kevin reflects on the magic of Christmas for him as a child. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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1 Francesca Rudkin: Liam Lawson's success is something to be celebrated 2:55
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedHow good is the news about Liam Lawson. Regardless of whether you’re a Sergio Perez fan, what you think of Max Verstappen as a teammate, or of Liam Lawson as a driver – he has achieved something extraordinary, something a select few accomplish, and secured himself a coveted F1 seat for 2025. This is truly something to be celebrated. We’ve always struggled as New Zealanders to know how to deal with Kiwis who have great success. We love our poppies to a point, and then we tend to tear them down, or at least knock them about a bit. Just ask them. So while I don’t propose a seismic cultural shift and lose our generally humble and down to earth attitude, I do think a shift in how we acknowledge success would be a good thing. If we’re to become the best little country in the world, we need people, in whatever field they are in, to aspire to be the best. And yes, that sometimes requires talking yourself up to be a winner. Liam Lawson knows better than anyone the environment he’s heading into - the money, politics, publicity, and egos involved. No team is going to pick the guy who says, ‘yeah, if there’s a space available, I’d love it’. They want someone who says, ‘I can do this, I want to be the best and I will do what it takes on and off the track’. To be a successful F1 driver you need an extraordinary amount of confidence in yourself and your ability. It is a mental game as much as a physical and technical one. In response to the announcement Liam Lawson said, “To be announced as an Oracle Red Bull Racing Driver is a lifelong dream for me, this is something I’ve wanted and worked towards since I was eight years old.” It reminded me of a conversation I had with Kiwi Indie Car driver Marcus Armstrong. I really enjoyed my conversation with him – and I asked him why New Zealand drivers were doing so well around the world, when they often don’t have the money or connections to help them. He said to me that it’s because we sacrifice so much to do it, we must succeed, it makes us want to be the best. Liam has wanted this since he was 8. Marcus left NZ at 12 to follow his dream. Their success isn’t a fluke. A lot of people have helped them get to where they are, but ultimately, it’s them behind the wheel making things happen. They’re role models for other young kiwis, encouraging them to be audacious, dream big, and just go for it. So to all the haters who came out online and had a go at Liam Lawson after Red Bull’s decision to hire him, I say Merry Christmas. No one cares. I for one can’t wait for the 2025 season to kick off – how much more fun is it going to be having a young Kiwi to support. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Dave Gibson: Elemeno P frontman on the band reuniting for Rhythm and Alps this summer 12:10
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedElemeno P erupted onto the New Zealand music scene in the early 2000’s, making waves with their pop-rock singalong anthems like Fast Times in Tahoe, Verona, and Every Day’s a Saturday. They remain one of the country’s biggest-selling rock acts, having graced the stage at nearly every venue in New Zealand at least twice. This summer, the group is reuniting to take on Rhythm and Alps down in Wānaka. The members are a bit spread around, with frontman Dave Gibson basing himself stateside in New York. He told Jack Tame that nowadays when they need the band back together, they set out the bat signal. “We all congregate, you know, in our headquarters which is located in a cave in Kingsland,” he joked. “We get the whole band back together and we, you know, do a few a rehearsals.” “We sound like a terrible Elemeno P covers band for the first two, and then by three, you know, it just seems to come back.” Gibson told Tame they have a WhatsApp group chat, and every couple of years they jump back on the horse. “We just really love each other and we love playing and we feel very grateful that there are still people want to come and see us play.” “We feel very lucky all these years later.” LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Kevin Milne: A new addition to the Milne household 7:06
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThere’s a new addition to the Milne family. Kevin and his wife recently adopted a new puppy - a four month old golden retriever. He told Jack Tame it’s just like having a new baby in the house, and he’s wondering whether it was a wise choice for a man of his age. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Dougal Sutherland: Loneliness and social isolation 8:53
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedKiwis seem to be getting lonelier. Recent research from Age Concern revealed the extent of the loneliness and social isolation felt amongst older New Zealanders – with 59% of respondents feeling lonely or isolated recently, and a third feeling like this most of the time. Main points: It’s rated as having a similar impact on our health as smoking and obesity Multiple causes for loneliness including the impact of pandemic, the ageing population, rising cost of living, increasing health concerns and unaffordability, and the trend for families to move overseas In the UK and Japan, they have established ministers for loneliness within the government to focus on this area – in NSW they launched a parliamentary inquiry into loneliness earlier in the year What can help? Addressing underlying causes Community-based initiatives such as groups, volunteer programmes, Interestingly social media doesn’t help – 75% of those with social media access reported loneliness and were more likely to report than those without social media, which emphasises the importance of face-to-face connection What can we do? Make it your Christmas gift to someone —look around in your family and neighbourhood— loneliness is silent so unlikely people will reach out for help, you need to reach in. If you can’t do it in person (e.g., because living in another part of the country) can you get someone else to connect with your older relatives while you do the same in your neighbourhood? Try and make it a long-term connection rather than a one-off LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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"Plan a summer escapade to the hot-tub of southern hospitality in irrepressible Dunedin. You’d struggle to find a comparably sized city that serves up such a spoil of fabulously distinctive visitor experiences. Fanning out from the city, the long, plumped and ranging finger of Otago Peninsula, fringed with beaches, scalloped by bays, carpeted in lush pastures, furnished in dry stone walls and studded in volcanic peaks is a world unto itself. Bountiful, bucolic, an urban escape-hatch. Richly blessed with flippered and feathered possibilities, the wildlife alone is a perennial banner attraction, but the peninsula and harbour also abound with invigorating trails." Read Mike's full article here . LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Ruud Kleinpaste: No-Mow November, December, January 7:51
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedNo-Mow November started a few weeks ago. For me it started on the grounds of Tekapo Primary School, where we had a decent discussion about pollinators… especially bumblebees! Mating season! The kids love bumblebees! They are gentle and very active – even in the coldest months of the year. They can warm themselves up through wing-beating action while having the wings set to “neutral”. I told the kids that we have four different species of Bumblebee in New Zealand – all four imported from the UK (in the 1800s), to help with the pollination of plants, crops and trees from all sorts of parts of the world. Mostly to do with the various lengths of their tongues, which pollinate different sized flowers. Three of the four species are quite easy to find in New Zealand, but the fourth (the short-haired Bumblebee – Bombus subterraneus) is quite rare. It occurs largely in the Mackenzie country and in a few patches of inland of Otago. When I told the kids that Tekapo Region is where they are found every now and then, the kids pricked up their ears. They wanted to know what it looks like and what sort of flowering plants it gets its nectar and pollen from. But when I revealed that this bumblebee is now considered extinct in the UK, the interest grew a notch or two. And so did the development of serious questions… Can we grow the favourite plants in the school grounds? Could we raise their population density in the Tekapo area? And if that is successful: can we ship some fertile queens back to the UK to translocate them to their country and habitat of origin? A few weeks ago we dug some gardens on the edge of the school grounds and playing field. We sowed some seeds – lots of seeds, provided by the New Zealand Bumblebee Conservation Trust and specialist seed merchants such as Kings Seeds . Most Gardeners will know these names… Wild Flower World and Geoff and Liz Brunsden… there was an army of support Zonda sent them a live Bumblebee hive, just to get the kids completely engaged with the Bumbles and the Bees, in anticipation of luring this rare species back to the Mackenzie country – HeadQuarters: Tekapo Primary school! The Zonda Live BumbleBee hive – my goodness they really have a go at pollinating tomatoes! The kids learned how to get rid of weeds, fertilise the soil and sow the seeds in patches for the future of these pollinators. There was talk about creating a huge edge around the Sports Field where the grass would be taken off the field and replaced by a colourful melange of flowering plants for the bumble bee whanau. Now, THAT reminded me of the No-Mow-November we talked about many times before: A monocultural grassland replaced by a colourful meadow of wildflowers for our nectar and pollen eating invertebrates! There’s even a list of students signing up for the watering duty during the summer Holidays… I bet Simon (the principal), Maria, Libby, Angela, and Jane will be chuffed. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Bob Campbell: No.1 Cuvee Methode Traditionelle 4:10
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedBOB’S BEST BUYS Wine: No.1 Family Cuvee Assemblage Cuvee Marlborough Methode Traditionelle, $36 Why I chose it: French winemaker Daniel Le Brun and his family pioneered Methode winemaking in Marlborough and have made some of NZ’s best bottle-fermented sparkling wines – always with a French accent. It’s a blend of three grape varieties; pinot noir, chardonnay and pinot meunier. It has been cellared for 3-5 years. This is truly a truly stylish sparkler that offers great value at this price. Perfect Christmas wine – everyone will love it. If it survives Christmas, enjoy it on New Year’s Eve. What does it taste like? It tastes like champagne with citrus, apple, and freshly baked baguette crust. It has a seductively creamy texture. Why it’s a bargain: It is one-third the price of good champagne but it is certainly not one-third the quality. Where can you buy it? Whisky and More, Waikato $34.99 The Hamilton Beer and Wine Co $35.99 Food match? Freshly shucked oysters Will it keep? A few years if stored well (write the date of purchase on the bottle) LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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On the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for Saturday 14th December 2024, Jack chats with Dave Gibson, lead singer of legendary Kiwi band Elemeno P, about their upcoming summer and playing at Rhythm and Alps. Jack tells us of his immense struggles trying to hang wall decals. Chef Nici Wickes prepares us for Christmas with some tips on how to make the best out of your turkey. And, Estelle Clifford gives her thoughts on the newest album for Australian Artist Beckah Amani. Get the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast every Saturday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Paul Stenhouse: General Motors axes self-driving taxis, what does TikTok's ban mean for the US? 6:42
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedGM is pulling out of the self-driving taxi business General Motors is getting out of the RoboTaxi business, instead focusing on bringing autonomous driving technology to its range of personal and commercial vehicles. Its "Cruise" cars were taking rides in Houston, Dallas, Phoenix, and the Bay Area. It's been pumping billions into the business, and now says the time and resources needed to scale the business isn't worth it. It says instead it wants to use the team to bring 'semi-autonomous' (known in the industry as L3) to the masses. This would allow your Chevrolet or Cadillac to be able to drive itself on highways or at slow speeds. If TikTok is banned, what happens next? “Get ready” is the message from two US lawmakers. Google and Apple must be ready to remove TikTok from their app stores on January 19, they wrote to their CEOs. What does that mean for those who already have it downloaded? It doesn't seem that it'll need to be removed from devices, or that traffic to the app will be blocked. The app will continue to 'work', but because TikTok won't be able to provide support, it will eventually stop working. TikTok says it's "one of the nation’s most popular speech platforms" with 170 million monthly users. It seems the only thing now to stop the ban is the Supreme Court, or if President Biden or Trump grants a 90-day extension of the January 19th deadline to force a sale. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Tara Ward: Fake, No Good Deed, Elton John: Never Too Late 5:38
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedFake Magazine features writer Birdie Bell meets successful grazier Joe Burt on a dating app and believes she's found her perfect match, but as the relationship intensifies she begins to feel her boyfriend isn't all he has led her to believe (ThreeNow). No Good Deed Three very different families compete to buy the same 1920s Spanish-style villa, which they believe will solve all their problems (Netflix). Elton John: Never Too Late Elton John looks back on his life and the early days of his 50-year career. As he prepares for his final concert in North America at Dodger Stadium, Elton recounts his struggles and shares how he overcame them to become the icon he is today (Disney+). LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Francesca Rudkin: That Christmas and Better Man 8:56
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThat Christmas A blizzard hits a seaside town, setting off entwined tales of family, friends, love and loneliness - and Santa making a big mistake (Netflix). Better Man The true story of the meteoric rise, dramatic fall, and remarkable resurgence of British pop superstar Robbie Williams. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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I’m still stuck on turkey for Christmas! I never think we’ll include it in the menu but in the end it just screams ‘festive season’, and I can’t resist. How to keep the darn thing from drying out? Stuff stuff under the skin of the breast – herb butter, chopped spinach, sausage, bacon. Consider using a large oven bag to cook it in. Rest the cooked bird on its breast so that the juices all run into the white meat. Brining can work too, but who has the time or fridge space to do it! Stuffing: Breadcrumbs as a base with herbs, onions etc – make sure you soak the crumbs in milk. Sausage or ground meat Rice & mushrooms Chorizo and corn bread Consider a punch of sweetness like currants, apples or cranberries. Gravy: The roasting dish scrapings are your best friend, so always add in some halved onions and oil at the start of the cooking. Once cooked, remove the turkey and set aside to rest. Sprinkle ¼ cup plain flour into the roasting dish, mix to a paste with the fat and pan scrapings. Add a splash of wine or bubbles and simmer for 1 minute then add in stock, vege water or plain water and seasoning and whisk or stir for 5-6 minutes until you have a dark, lump free gravy. Leftovers: Make a pie. Fry turkey meat and leftover veges in a pan, drizzle in some pomegranate molasses and once a little crispy scatter over some lettuce or baby spinach leaves for a fab salad. Serve lettuce, warmed turkey and gravy in soft white rolls. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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The obvious question is why? Why would you do it? Why put yourself through it? No one was compelling us. No one had a gun to our heads. We weren’t competing for a million dollars on a reality TV show. So why, two weeks before Christmas, with all of the stress and pressure of the silly season, in the midst of that heavy, humid, tropical Auckland heat, with Mava seven months pregnant, why would we decide that now was the time to put up wall stickers in our baby’s room? To be accurate, I’m not sure if they were wall stickers or wall decals. I don’t really know the difference. All I know is they were two enormous trees —three metres high— that each came in multiple parts needing to be perfectly stuck to the wall. Different branches and shrubbery had to be placed together perfectly, lest one half of the tree sit lower than the other. One mistake, and your eye gets drawn immediately to the error: a tiny gap of wall in the seam where the pieces should connect, or a lump of bunched up sticker creased together, a permanent reminder of stress and incompetence. My first experience with them was when I bought a four-metre-wide vinyl world map for my old apartment wall. The map was exquisite, but it required two giant sheets to be perfectly aligned. I nailed the first —level, with no creases or lines— but tilted the second sheet by just one or two degrees. When you’re sticking them to the wall, you start at the top, so by the time I’d worked my way down to the Tropic of Capricorn it was obvious I was in trouble. For years afterwards I stared at the wall, consumed by the overlap which cut out three quarters of the territory between Adelaide and Perth, and a crease which created an unexpected mountain range east of the Falkland Islands. Trust me when I say this: even if visitors don’t notice it, you notice it. I know what you’re thinking. Wall stickers are tacky? Well, you’re certainly right in the literal sense of the word. Given they would be the predominant visual features in our baby’s room, Mava had decided it wasn’t the sort of thing you for which she wanted an el-cheapo job from Temu. And given she is two people at the moment, we figured I should be the one on the ladder. Looking back at those few hours though, I think the fact the tree wall stickers were expensive only added to the pressure. As I teetered on the step ladder: “A little to the left!” Hands out-stretched to the wall, “A little to the right” I felt beads of sweat run down the bridge of my nose. “No, not like that! Smooth with the palm of your hand.” I don’t know how hanging wall stickers compares to hanging wallpaper, but it was a team effort in the end. From the peeling of the stickers to the spirit-levelling, to rubbing out the creases and bubbles against the wall. In the end though, the real measure of success isn’t the fact the trees look fantastic (although they do). The real success is that somehow our relationship survived. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Daniel Weetman: Founding member of The Black Seeds on the 20th anniversary of 'On The Sun' 14:07
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe Black Seeds have been jamming for over a quarter of a century. They’re famous for their part in shaping the modern Kiwi music scene, and have been blending funk, soul, dub, with South Pacific influences to develop a uniquely Kiwi sound since beginning in 1998. To celebrate the 20th anniversary of the album that gave them their breakthrough, The Black Seeds are doing a special release of ‘On The Sun’. Singer, percussionist, and founding member Daniel Weetman joined Francesca Rudkin to discuss the anniversary and the band’s extensive history and influence. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Ed McKnight: Economist on the best way to give back and support causes 4:41
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThere are many organisations that rely on donations or volunteering from the community in order to achieve their goals – but which one should a person be doing? Ed McKnight joined Francesca Rudkin for a chat about what the best ways to give back are, and how much you should give if you plan on giving financially. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Up and coming Tāmaki Makaurau band Corrella returns with their new album, Skeletons. The 11-track collection is filled with soulful roots reggae, with touches of funk, gospel, pop, soul, and even a bit of country. The band rose to prominence in 2023 with their single ‘Blue Eyed Māori’, which holds the record for most weeks ever spent at the top of the NZ Singles Chart. Estelle Clifford joined Francesca Rudkin to give her thoughts on Skeletons. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Catherine Raynes: To Die For and Inside Mercedes F1: Life in the Fast Lane 5:03
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedTo Die For by David Baldacci Travis Devine has become a pro at adapting to any situation to accomplish the mission set in front of him. Whether it’s a high-powered corporate setting or small-town community, Devine will become the man for the job. His time as an Army Ranger and on the financial battlefields of Wall Street gave him the skills he needed, and he’s put them to good use. But this time it’s not his skills that send him to Seattle to aid the FBI in escorting orphaned, twelve-year-old Betsy Odom to a meeting with her uncle, who’s under investigation for RICO charges. Instead, he’s hoping to lie low and keep off the radar of an enemy that he evaded on a train in Switzerland and who has been after him ever since—the girl on the train. But as Devine gets to know Betsy, questions begin to arise around the death of her parents. Betsy is adamant that they had never used drugs, but the police in the small rural town where they died insist the Odoms died of an overdose. Devine starts digging for answers, and what he finds points to a conspiracy bigger than he could’ve ever imagined. The question is, how do Betsy, her uncle, and various government agencies all fit into it. It might finally be time for Devine and the girl on the train to come face-to-face, and when that happens, Devine is going to find himself unsure of who are his allies and who are his enemies. And in some cases, they might well be both. Inside Mercedes F1: Life in the Fast Lane by Matt Whyman With exclusive and unprecedented access to the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team, award-winning writer Matt Whyman charts the journey of the Silver Arrows as they face their greatest challenge: the race back to the front. Once untouchable, the winner of seven Drivers' World Championships and eight consecutive Constructors' World Championships confront the reality of no longer being F1's top dog. Whyman, fully embedded across the 2023 and 2024 seasons, follows decorated drivers Lewis Hamilton and George Russell, Team Principal Toto Wolff, and the extraordinary men and women that design, build and race the team's cars as they fight back – on and off the track. From the tension of pre-season testing to the thrill and glamour of race weekends – including blue riband events such as Silverstone, Monaco, and the first-ever Las Vegas Grand Prix – the book provides fascinating insight into the world of the fastest sport on earth and one of its most successful teams. Whyman reveals the pressure cooker environment of elite competition, shares the secrets of teamwork and high performance, and foregrounds the remarkable individuals who push to the limits in their quest for victory. The book will also include never-before-seen photographs of life inside the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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"Ōamaru is undeniably one of New Zealand’s greatest towns, with its stately and seductive good looks, stirring local wildlife, astonishing heritage treasures, and alluring artisan verve. And it’s all anchored with a striking sense of community pride and passion. Eye-catching sights and an embracing spirit are what Ōamaru is all about (don’t miss a selfie with the beloved Humpty Dumpty statue in the stupendous public gardens). Whether you’re travelling as a couple, or enjoying a happy family holiday, Ōamaru delivers ins spades with a wealth of enticing experiences." Read Mike's full article here . LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Kevin Milne recently made an investment into a local art piece – a work called ‘Black Beard’ by Simon Kerr. The former leader of the notorious Hole in the Wall Gang, Kerr has shifted focus from crime to painting. He also recently saw the huge Banksy exhibition at Wellington’s Tākina exhibition centre, and it got him thinking about the contrast in his and Kerr’s circumstances. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Kate Hall: Reflecting on her New Zealand made food challenge 8:59
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThis year, Kate Hall has been participating in a challenge. At the beginning of the year she set out to only eat food products that were created in New Zealand, and with 2024 coming to a close, she decided to reflect on how it went. She joined Francesca Rudkin for a chat about the wins, surprises, and failures, and has created a blog so those interested in eating local know where to shop. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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On the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for Saturday 7th of December 2024, Francesca Rudkin chats with Dan Weetman of the Black Seeds as the band celebrate the 20th anniversary of the album that helped them break through, ‘On the Sun’. Francesca questions whether our local airlines are being less reliable or if we are just complaining more. Hugh Grant is back in a film role completely opposite to how we've seen him before - Chris Schulz balances two very different vibes with his film picks. And if you could fit summer in a sentence it might sound something like 'mangoes and ice cream'. Chef Nici Wickes drops a delicious recipe for a seasonal treat. Get the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast every Saturday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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This is the moment when adult Huhu Beetles emerge from their rotting logs. If you are nearby a forest (especially a pine forest) you will be familiar with the sharp collision noises on your kitchen window when preparing dinner. Those huhu beetles fly towards the light and crash audibly. They’ve spent a few years as huhu grubs in dead wood, where they help with the decomposition – ashes to ashes, dust to dust! The grubs, of course, are a famous New Zealand delicacy: massive bits of protein can be quickly fried in a pan with a bit of salt and pepper (or even other fancy condiments). Just be prepared to prick a few holes in the body of this massive grub so that you won’t get any exploding internal body segments! Happened to me – just look at my kitchen ceiling! Some kids would be keen to help you out in the kitchen – it’s practical curricular topic to discuss the necessary search for alternative proteins in our country. Talking about alternative proteins: Slugs and Snails are a real pest in the garden at this time of the year – moisture and new plant growth encourages them, and eggshell barriers don’t work at all Control measures that work: Weed control will expose them to predators (thrushes). Give your local song thrush (which might be nesting in or near your garden) an “anvil” to smack the shells of snails on – a large flat (decorative!) rock is perfect. Using Bait pellets in a pottle dug into soil. A take-away container with lid on and bait inside, with holes cut in the side of the container to let slugs and snails in but prevent dogs and cats from getting at the bait. An alternative version is to use some off cuts (15-30 cm long) of plastic wastepipe with a diameter of 50 to 75mm, which allows access to slugs and snails, but not to birds. Put some bait in the pipes and anchor them down with a heavy brick. They also love to hide in half grapefruit skins (upside-down). Encourage Carabid beetles (Ground beetles) – they often feed on slugs and snail juveniles and eggs. “Hunt-and-kill evening” with the kids (at full moon?) – always a good excursion after dinner. Grab a headlight torch and a bucket to collect them in… night sleuthing! Remember: these hermaphrodites can produce a few hundred eggs each, so reducing populations now makes good sense. Trapping under cloth, planks, and other artificial cover. Slugs and snails love that cover as it increases relative humidity and stops them from drying out. Around the wooden outside of raised beds, put a strip of copper foil, almost all the way around, plus a sizeable 6 Volt battery providing power to both ends of the copper strip. This creates a nice current that they are reluctant to cross, and it protects your vegies/seedlings. But... why not eat them? In France, the brown garden snail (originally from North Africa) is the second-preferred species of escargot for human consumption. Collect the fattest ones and eat them! That will make you an invasivore! Escargot - pourquoi pas? Cantareus aspersus is, to us, an exotic species of snail. It is commonly accepted that it was introduced to New Zealand by the French around the early 1860s. The reason for this is really simple: the brown garden snail is highly prized as escargot in the Mediterranean region. In fact, it has always been the preferred back-up for the slightly larger, but closely related vineyard snail (Helix pomatia). Recently I read that European populations of Cantareus have become depleted as a result of non-sustainable over-harvesting of wild specimens. These days the species is the subject of heliciculture, the captive rearing of these delicacies, also known as snail farming. I suppose there may be a few people out there who can set aside the horrific idea of eating invertebrates (quelle horreur!) and who would like to be part of the latest ecological craze of harvesting a truly wonderful resource that yields fat-free, cholesterol-free protein from the comfort of your own back yard. I have tried this recipe many times and demonstrated it on live television with consenting adults (Good Morning show) and absolutely wildly enthusiastic kids (What Now?). Snail control á la Gourmet involves collecting the finest, fittest and fattest garden snails from the threatened garden areas. Put them in big jars and "starve" them for 4 to 5 days on old white bread. This "starving" is an important procedure. As you will undoubtedly remember from experiments, carried out at your primary school's nature table, the snails have a habit of excreting dark, stringy poopy-plops. I think it's time to inform you of the fact that these dark, stringy poopy-plops will have to be evacuated from the snail's gut system before cooking, simply because they taste like… yes, they taste rather bad! White bread will slowly replace the dark excrement, and it improves the taste of the final escargot beyond belief! Put a big pot of water on to boil and chuck all these "starved" snails into the boiling water. Simmer them for about 3 minutes (boil the water first before launching the snails - do not over-cook the snails, for they will turn out tasting like rubber bands!). Take the snails out, leave them to cool off (otherwise you'll burn your hands). Remove the bodies from their long-term residence with eyebrow tweezers or entomological forceps. This is known in the trade as a "forceps delivery". Then fry them for perhaps 4 to 5 minutes in some simple garlic butter. Do not fry too long, because they will turn out like garlic-flavoured rubber bands. Recently, Allyson Gofton made a very helpful suggestion to even further improve the culinary effort of our pest control: "starve" the snails on garlic bread, so that they are automatically marinated while alive! Voilá, this is my recipe for the Bugman's Escargot. You can serve them in their own shells (remember to make a mental note of which snail came from which shell, otherwise fights may break out). In any case I can recommend them with a 1965 Chateau Tahbilk - they go well together Bon Appetit! LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Paul Stenhouse: TikTok loses appeal and may be banned in the US, AI weather predications 5:13
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedTikTok set to be banned in the US after losing appeal TikTok may be banned in the United States from early next year. An appeals court has upheld a law requiring ByteDance to divest TikTok in the country by early next year, or be banned. The company hoped the court would agree with its argument the law was unconstitutional, and impacted the free speech of its 170 million US users. Unfortunately for ByteDance, the court upheld the law, saying it "was the culmination of extensive, bipartisan action by the Congress and by successive presidents". AI can now accurately predict the weather DeepMind, a Google company that develops A.I. applications says they've found a way to create reliable 15 day weather forecasts, saying these could be life-saving because they give people more time to prepare for extreme weather. What's more, it can create the 15-day forecast in minutes, compared to hours with a super-computer. One of the senior researchers at DeepMind says it's like they've “made decades worth of improvements in one year". LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Tara Ward: Black Doves, Sight Unseen, Man on the Inside 6:29
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedBlack Doves When a spy posing as a politician's wife learns her lover has been murdered, an old assassin friend joins her on a quest for truth — and vengeance (Netflix) . Sight Unseen Homicide detective Tess Avery is forced to quit the job she loves after nearly killing her partner and being diagnosed as clinically blind. Reluctant to accept help, Tess uses an assistance app and connects with Sunny Patel, a professional seeing-eye guide and agoraphobe living 3,000 miles away. Haunted by the unsolved cases she left behind, Tess uses a hidden camera and earpiece, while Sunny remotely steers Tess through life's obstacles —and crimes— as the two challenge preconceptions about ability, trust and where to draw the line (ThreeNow) . Man on the Inside A retired professor gets a new lease on life when a private investigator hires him to go undercover inside a San Francisco retirement home (Netflix). LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Heretic Two young missionaries become ensnared in a deadly game of cat and mouse when they knock on the door of the diabolical Mr. Reed. Trapped in his home, they must turn to their faith if they want to make it out alive. Our Little Secret After discovering their significant others are siblings, two resentful exes must spend Christmas under one roof while hiding their romantic history. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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The magic of ice cream in a cone is never lost on me and with this vegan version you can keep everyone happy this summer. The mangoes are perfect right now – pricewise and ripeness. Get them while you can and make this creamy ‘ice cream’. Ingredients: 1 cup chopped & frozen mango 1 large banana, chopped and frozen 2 tbsps. coconut cream or milk Coconut to serve Passionfruit syrup to serve Method: You do need a blender to make this recipe, though a food processor may do the trick too. Place your ingredients into the blender and pulse until it is smooth and creamy (it’s the banana that gives it this gorgeous texture), then either serve immediately or freeze in containers. It will freeze to quite hard so give it 30 minutes to soften for optimal scooping. Scoop into cones and garnish with whatever you fancy, but I love the tropical flavours of mango, coconut and passionfruit but go wild with whatever you like – popcorn, sprinkles, crushed crunchie bars, freeze-dried fruit… Nici’s note: By keeping a stash of chopped, frozen fruit in a container in the freezer you’re only ever 10 minutes and a blender away from ice cream! LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Francesca Rudkin: Airline headlines and flight delays 3:21
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedI started counting headlines about Air New Zealand two weeks ago after my flight from Nelson to Auckland was delayed by about an hour. Then last Saturday my partners flight from Napier to Auckland was delayed after a bird strike. Neither delay was hugely consequential – just a little irritating. But since then, there have been a number of press articles about issues with planes. On the 30th of November, an Air NZ plane sat on the tarmac in Hong Kong for hours before being canned after a fuel fault and then crew sickness. An Air NZ flight from Wellington to Sydney was diverted to Auckland on the 1st of December after engine problems. And a flight from Gisborne to Auckland on the 2nd of December returned to Gisborne after engine problems. The plane landed safely after shutting down an engine shortly after departure. Investigations are underway for both engine issues. Anecdotally you don’t have to search too hard to find someone who’ll share a story of a flight delayed or cancelled, often at the last minute. It got me wondering if we’re experiencing more incidents, delays and cancellations than before; or are we just complaining more? Do we feel we can complain more because quite often we’re paying good money to fly around our little country? Recent figures released by the Ministry of Transport, which compare Jetstar and Air NZ’s services on the main trunk jet routes they compete on, show that in September Air New Zealand recorded 80.4% for on-time departures (within 15 minutes of schedule), and Jetstar 78.0%. For on-time arrivals, Air New Zealand recorded 82.1% and Jetstar 80.6%. In January, Air New Zealand was sitting at 88% and it dropped to 77% in March this year. So reliability has fluctuated throughout the year. Another interesting figure - Air New Zealand’s cancellation rate was 1.4%, more than twice Jetstar’s which was 0.6%. So yeah, the stats could be better. We all accept airlines can’t control the weather, but Air New Zealand has had other issues to grapple with. Planes out of action due to high global demand for engine maintenance meant 10 jets were out of service in the first half of this financial year. It is not expected this will be sorted until 2026. On top of this, the travel market has been a mixed bag, leading the airline to announce this week they will be running fewer flights on some domestic routes in 2025. Who knows what this will do to prices? A 1.4% cancellation rate is tiny in the overall scheme of things – but when combined with other disruptions and high prices, Air New Zealand has its challenges cut out for them. For so long they have been a beloved New Zealand brand, but since Covid it’s been like pushing a Dreamliner uphill. Have you run out of patience yet? The Air New Zealand service and staff may be fabulous, but as long as long as the fleet and financials remain under pressure it looks like it will be difficulty to quiet the headlines. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Estelle Clifford: Award winning artist AJA shares her debut album 7 years in the making 5:43
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedFrom NZ Music Commission - Award-winning Aotearoa artist AJA has today shared her timeless, unravelling and hypnotic bilingual debut album KĀWAI . 7 years in the making, today’s body of work from this bona fide talent is a truly authentic display of an artist finding her voice and inviting listeners into the inner-workings of her world. Alongside producer Mara TK ( Electric Wire Hustle , Meeting House Records ), and a talented network of band members, collaborators, and features, AJA ( Ngāti Raukawa , Āti Awa ki Whakarongotai , Ngāti Toa Rangatira , Ngāti Porou ) effortlessly blends her ethereal melodies and flexes mesmerizing vocal agility with introspective musings on the world around her. “KĀWAI is a reflection of who I am, who I love, what I have respect for and what I value,” says the artist.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Catherine Raynes: Talking cat, serial killer and unsolved crime makes for an 'engaging' plot 5:10
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe Cat who Cracked a Cold Case by LT Shearer A crime gone unsolved for five years . . . The life of Lulu Lewis, a retired police detective, took an unforgettable turn when Conrad first introduced himself to her. Unforgettable because: a) Conrad is a special cat. b) Special because he told her so. Yes, that’s right, he can talk. (For obvious reasons, this ability remains a closely guarded secret while they live together on her canal boat, The Lark .) Visiting an old friend in Manchester, the pair stumble across a chilling news report about a trail of bodies found across the city that echo a string of cold case murders from Lulu’s past in London. Joining forces with the local police, the pair must use every ounce of their intuition to find a connection between the seemingly random killings – and track down a ruthless murderer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Dr Bryan Betty: Whooping Cough epidemic, who is at risk and how to prevent it 6:25
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedWhooping Cough A national epidemic has just been declared in New Zealand. Reported 260+ cases diagnosed in past four weeks. Whooping cough is potentially a fatal disease especially in younger children and babies less than one year. Three babies died last year in New Zealand from whooping cough when we didn’t have an epidemic! What is whooping cough? Caused by a bacteria called pertussis. Damages lining of throat and lungs causing cough. Cough can go on for weeks or months – called ‘100’ day cough. Very easy to catch – spreads through the air – cough/sneezing - one person can on average spread to 12 others. What are the signs? Depends on age - Younger the child more at risk of becoming very unwell. Starts with runny nose, temp and sneezing 1-2 weeks Cough develops, very irritating, bouts of coughing with gasping for air between coughs, may last minutes and may vomit after cough. Older children typically whoop as they gasp for breath. Younger infants less than 6 months: go blue with cough spasms, stop breathing, not able to feed, get exhausted – may need hospital. Gradually over weeks, up to 3 months cough gets better. In older adults and children – symptoms less severe. Who is at risk? Partially immunized children. Babies too young for their first immunization at 6 weeks. Children with heart or lung conditions. How is it treated? Antibiotics may reduce the severity if given early and can reduce spread. However, there is no treatment for the cough once it starts. Babies: The cough may make the baby difficult to breath and unable to feed. Sometimes will need to go to hospital for oxygen treatment and feeding through a nasal tube. How do you prevent it and when to see your doctor? Immunization is the only protection. In particular pregnant mums after 16 weeks should be immunized as gives protection to baby in first6 weeks of life. Partially immunized children at risk. See your doctor if your child has difficulty breathing or looks unwell. Call ambulance if child or baby goes blue coughing, stops breathing or seizure. Current outbreak The latest ESR data, which covers the four weeks up to 8 November, showed rates were highest among infants less than a year old, those most vulnerable to severe disease, and with a high proportion requiring hospitalisation. It also identified hotspots in in Wairarapa, Southern, Whanganui and Capital and Coast health districts. Wairarapa had 13 cases, which was by far the highest rate at 25.4 cases per 100,000 people. That was followed by Southern at 11.6 (42 cases), Whanganui at 11.4 (8 cases) and Capital and Coast at 10.4 (34 cases). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Mike Yardley: Summer road-tripping the Waitaki Valley 9:36
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedDon’t you love coming across something so unexpected and unusual, on a road-trip? That’s how most visitors feel when they first clap eyes on the bewitching glory and striking landforms of the Paritea Clay Cliffs. It’s one of the most popular geo-sites in the Waitaki Whitestone Geopark, just minutes from Ōmarama, on Henburn Road. It is absolutely worth the 15 minute diversion off the main road to savour this serrated geological wonder, complete with a slot canyon to shimmy through. Mike Yardley. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Dougal Sutherland: Review of A Life Less Punishing in recognition of Movember 7:59
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedA book review in recognition of it being Movember The book I want to discuss is A Life Less Punishing by Matt Heath. I was asked to read the book in preparation for a podcast with Francesca Rudkin. My initial response was lukewarm – was worried it would be another celebrity self-help publication with lots of fridge-magnet quotes about loving life and being the best person you can. I was very pleasantly surprised about how good it was. Was so good I interviewed Matt on a webinar recently that Umbrella held for Movember. Interesting points about the book: Matt wrote it largely to try and help himself and sort his own life out Decided to read a history of world philosophy and see what he could learn – somewhat of an unconventional approach! He draws a lot on the Stoics and does a great job of explaining their philosophy of life, which is quite different to the staunch, unfeeling image often portrayed of them The book goes through a whole range of common emotions that men experience and discusses why we have these feelings and what do we do with them, particularly the difficult ones like shame, anger, guilt, sadness etc Matt is very honest about some of his own less than flattering experiences and some difficult times in his life e.g., relationship break up, death of his mum His level of honesty and self-reflection is itself inspirational for guys My main takeaway points that I believe are really helpful for guys to consider in Movember: Give away your fantasy life – the life that you could have – your imagined life Instead settle and accept that you have this moment – you can learn from the past but you don’tactually live there – you live here and now so pay attention to the here and now You can make choices about your emotions – they’re not inevitable nor uncontrollable, although they are impacted by the past Get yourself an imaginary coach or guide who is setting you challenges and helping you overcome them – for those with religious tendencies this could be a spiritual guide, for those who aren’t of that persuasion choose someone you respect and look up to – matt chose Willie Apiata I’d recommend this book to men over 40 as they’re likely to find it very relatable. I’d recommend it to men under 40 as it gives you some excellent life lessons without you having to live through them. And I’d recommend it to women who have a male partner in their lives – might give you a really good insight into what makes them tick. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Ruud Kleinpaste: Identifying the white fluffy pests living in your garden 3:16
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedWhite fluffy pests – Mealybugs One of the rottenest pests gardeners can get on their plants are Pseudococcuslongispinus, or any of its close relatives. Longispinus is derived from the word meaning “with a long spine or tail” – so we’re talking about the Long-Tailed Mealybug . To identify these insects, you’ll need good eyesight. The way to start your identification is to look for dense, white patches of silkall over your plants, especially over the leaves and on the stems. If you scrape off the fluffy white deposits, you’ll get to the insects hiding underneath that fluff. Big ones and smaller ones all living together out of the rain and out of the sun. 1-4mm in size. They eat a massive range of plants, both edibles and ornamentals . The spines and tails give the game away – there are also droplets of honeydew in amongst the mix. These insects feed by plumbing their mouthparts into the veins of the plants where they extract honeydew, a sweet sap that contains Nitrogen which makes the young bugs grow. Ah! Yes … the group of sap-sucking bugs is the only invertebrate cohort that can be called “Bugs” in the naming game of Entomology! They ingest the sap and poop out honeydew. But their numbers and activities on your plants are debilitating for the plants, causing yellowing and ill-thrift, plus black sooty mould all over the place. Control is difficult: the white, fluffy, silky stuff makes the bugs waterproof. Water-based sprays cannot penetrate through their skin, unless you use some systemic insecticide that is taken up by the plants. Groventive is such a systemic spray but read the label and you find it cannot be used on edible crops! Conquerer Oil and Neem Oil are non-systemic treatments that will give the immature Mealybugs a run for their money (suffocation and inhabit their feeding from the plant). But it will require regular spraying (once a week) until all bugs have starved to death or suffocated. Thoroughly cover the infested plant – and don’t forget the underside of the leaves too! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Tara Ward on the two new must see shows and Scorcese produced documentary 6:18
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedLudwig - ( TVNZ+ from Sunday ) David Mitchell stars in this British comedy about a reclusive crossword puzzle setter whose life is upended when his identical twin, a detective, vanishes. Taking on his brother’s identity, he hunts for clues in the disappearance. Rebus - ( ThreeNow ) A BBC drama based on the Ian Rankin series of books about a Scottish detective who is drawn into a violent conflict that turns personal when his brother crosses the line in order to provide for his family. Beatles 64 - ( Disney+ ) Produced by Martin Scorcese, this new documentary looks at The Beatles’ 1964 US debut and the Beatlemania fan frenzy that followed, as seen through rare behind-the-scenes footage. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Listen to the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for Saturday 30 November. Get the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast every Saturday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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1 Moana 2 cast talk to Jack Tame about the franchises latest release 15:26
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe sequel to Disney’s smash-hit animation Moana has sailed into cinemas this week. In the first film, Moana was chosen by her wayfinding ancestors and the mysterious forces of the ocean to restore the natural order of things. The new film sees Moana reuniting with demi-God Maui for a new seafaring adventure. Both stories champion Pacific mythology and Moana 2 is making history as the first indigenous-language film to premiere globally alongside its English counterpart – with a Te Reo Māori version released simultaneously this week. Cast members Temuera Morrison, Awhimai Fraser and David Fane join Jack Tame in studio to talk about the film. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Paul Stenhouse: No clear way to monitor Australia's under-16 social media ban 5:23
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedAustralia passes its under-16 social media ban While this law has good intentions, how it will actually work is unclear. Unfortunately, there's not a good way to verify ages (or even people) online which makes this an almost impossible task for the social media companies. Credit Cards could be one way to verify those aged over 18, but it also means that only those who can get a credit card can use the service. But this age restriction is 16, so there's nothing that exists. Unless the government wants to roll out a 16+ government issued ID. But the government is already ruling out the use of official documents, such as a passport, due to privacy concerns -- so what on earth do they do? Meta is building a $10 billion undersea cable that spans the globe When your company accounts for 10% of all fixed internet traffic, and 22% of mobile internet traffic, you know the pipes are important! Reporting from TechCrunch says they are planning to build a 40,000+ kilometre cable network around the world that will take around 10 years to complete. Initial plans show the cable going from the US east coast to South Africa, up to India, down to Australia (Darwin), then up to the west coast of the US - purposely avoiding places of "geopolitical tension" such as the Red Sea, and the South China Sea. It's enticing for Meta because they'd get to prioritize its own traffic (a win for their customers) and allow Meta to tap into AI infrastructure in India. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Francesca Rudkin: Films that look at broken relationships 8:35
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedGoodrich - ( in cinemas ) Art dealer Andy Goodrich's life gets upended when his younger wife leaves him and enters a 90-day rehab program while also threatening divorce. Andy takes charge of their 9-year-old twins, thrusting him into the world of modern parenthood for which he is deeply unprepared. With his career falling by the wayside, he soon leans on his pregnant daughter for support, ultimately becomingthe father she never had. Absolution - ( on Prime Video from December 3 ) Starring Liam Neeson, who says this will be his last action film at 72 years of age. An ageing Boston gangster tries to reconnect with his family and fix the mistakes from the past, but his criminal lifestyle soon threatens to destroy everything he holds dear. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Kevin Milne: Trump presidency prompts a cruise ship to offer a 4-year-long trip 7:37
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedA cruise ship is offering to take Americans on a world cruise for the entire time Trump is in power. It visits 140 countries over four years. Trump aside – it wouldn’t be a bad way to round off your time on the planet, would it? Or wouldn’t it? Jack Tame speaks to Kevin Milne about the $40,000 a year expedition and whether Trump’s administration could tide New Zealand over the employee shortage. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Neil Thomson: Music Conductor on Gene Kelly: A Life in Music 14:25
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedNext year, the Auckland Philharmonia will perform an incredible one-night-only performance of ‘Gene Kelly: A Life in Music’. The show is a mesmerising trip down memory lane, with a combination of film clips, stories and live performance highlighting the legendary dancer, director and choreographer Gene Kelly – who celebrated and popularised dance within mainstream cinema. Leading the orchestra, is musical conductor extraordinaire Neil Thomson, who has worked with orchestras across the world. He's currently Principal Conductor and Artistic Director at Orquestra Filarmônica de Goiás (Philharmonic Orchestra of Goiás). Thomson told Jack Tame he has a personal connection with this show, having done a many of the films live with symphony orchestra around 10-15 years ago. “I was booked to do Singing in the Rain at the Albert Hall,” he said, explaining that it was the first time the film had been done in that format. “About a month before the show, I got this email and the title was ‘From Mrs Gene Kelly’,” he revealed. “And I had this very friendly note just saying she was going to be introducing the show, and it would be nice to meet me, and everything.” Thomson says that he and Patricia got on rather well, and began to work together more often, leading to this very show highlighting the extent of Gene Kelly’s musical talent. “The films have been absolutely scrubbed up,” he told Tame. “You’ve never seen prints like it. I mean, it’s fantastic, they’re so clean. The sound is so clean.” Tickets for all shows at the Auckland Arts Festival are available at www.aaf.co.nz/ LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Kevin Milne: Remove your jackets before entering 5:19
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedKevin Milne has an old sign hanging up in his garage. He picked it up from a garage sale as a curiosity, but it came from an Auckland Pub in the 1980’s. The sign states that any known gang member or person wearing gang patches or emblems will not be permitted in the hotel. Kevin’s always found it a bit funny, and he’s wondering why people would feel safer not knowing if there’s a gang member next to them. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Released on November 15th, Shawn is the fifth studio album from Shawn Mendes, and it features him at his most intimate and honest. The album details everything that’s happened in the two years since his abrupt cancellation of his Wonder world tour, and the public spectacle the unravelling of his relationship with Camila Cabello became. Estelle Clifford joined Jack Tame to give her thoughts on the release. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Catherine Raynes: From Here to the Great Unknown and In Too Deep 4:06
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedFrom Here to the Great Unknown by Lisa Marie Presley and Riley Keough Born to an American myth and raised in the wilds of Graceland, Lisa Marie Presley tells her whole story for the first time in this raw, riveting, one-of-a-kind memoir faithfully completed by her daughter, Riley Keough. In 2022, Lisa Marie Presley asked her daughter to help finally finish her long-gestating memoir. A month later, Lisa Marie was dead, and the world would never know her story in her own words, never know the passionate, joyful, caring, and complicated woman that Riley loved and grieved. Riley got the tapes that her mother had recorded for the book, laid in her bed, and listened as Lisa Marie told story after story about smashing golf carts together in the yards of Graceland, about the unconditional love she felt from her father, about being upstairs, just the two of them. About getting dragged screaming out of the bathroom as she ran towards his body on the floor. About living in Los Angeles with her mother, getting sent to school after school, always kicked out, always in trouble. About her singular, lifelong relationship with Danny Keough, about being married to Michael Jackson, what they shared in common. About motherhood. About deep addiction. About ever-present grief. Riley knew she had to fulfill her mother's wish to reveal these memories, incandescent and painful, to the world. To make her mother known. This extraordinary book is composed of both Lisa Marie's and Riley's voice, a mother and daughter communicating across the transom of death as they try to heal each other. Profoundly moving and deeply revealing, From Here to the Great Unknown is a book like no other-the last words of the only child of a true legend. In Too Deep by Lee Child and Andrew Child Reacher had no idea where he was. No idea how he had got there. But someone must have brought him. And shackled him. And whoever had done those things was going to rue the day. That was for damn sure. Jack Reacher wakes up, alone, in the dark, handcuffed to a makeshift bed. His right arm has suffered some major damage. His few possessions are gone. He has no memory of getting there. The last thing Reacher can recall is the car he hitched a ride in getting run off the road. The driver was killed. His captors assume Reacher was the driver's accomplice and patch up his wounds as they plan to make him talk. A plan that will backfire spectacularly . . . LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Mike Yardley admits he’s a child at heart, and believes that nothing can reawaken your inner child like the escapist innocence, magic, and sparkle of Disney. On his visit to LA recently, he decided to stop by the Disneyland Resort and swing through the parks. He joined Jack Tame to discuss the dos and don’ts for those eyeing up a Disney holiday. Read Mike’s full article here . LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Christmas is coming, bringing with it an overabundance of waste. If you’re interested in making your Christmas celebrations a little more sustainable, Kate Hall has a few tips and tricks, including a list of over a hundred sustainable present ideas . She joined Jack Tame for a chat about gifts they’ve given and received in the past, as well as explained the “no gift” Christmases her family has done – focusing instead on quality time or acts of service. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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On the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for Saturday 23 November 2024, conductor extraordinaire Neil Thomson joins Jack to discuss the world of orchestra, the legacy of dancer and director Gene Kelly and a spectacular one-night-only performance with the Auckland Philharmonia. Jack shares some very exciting news! Wicked has landed in cinemas after gaining major pop culture momentum this year - does it deliver? Plus, chef Nici Wickes shares a recipe dear to her heart. Get the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast every Saturday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Ruud Kleinpaste: Tossing some soil for the antlions 4:16
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedA moth or so ago I was walking around the Halswell Quarry, looking for native bees. We have about 28 species of these bees in New Zealand, and the unfortunate thing is that we know very little about these creatures. A new book by Rachel Weston described how these tiny bees make holes in the ground where their larvae (babies) are raised. The air space around those tunnels is quite busy, with bees coming and going constantly; some air traffic control could well be a useful asset to these tiny habitats! I didn’t just find a heap of native bees but also a few holes of significant size: conically shaped holes with a diameter of at least 30 millimetres, situated in a dry bit of soil, protected from regular rain fall. It reminded me of the holes I used to have under the eaves of our old open car port. In the pit of these holes live a very clever Neuropteran insects, known as Antlions. The cool thing is that this extraordinary species is the only “antlion” endemic to New Zealand – it’s ours and it lives nowhere else in the world. The fully-grown adult is a sizeable lacewing with beautiful wings, shaped by a multitude of fine veins. It’s not a strong flyer, but elegant when it climbs up the vegetation around the area where it grew up. This insect feeds on pollen and small insects, but it is not very long-lived. The larvae (young versions) of these antlions are the ones that create those magnificent holes in the soil through clever movement of their bodies. Excavation is a fine art. They are predators, meat eaters, and the holes are their traps. These predators are equipped with a mean set of jaws. When an insect ventures into the realm of these antlion babies, they will tumble down the steepish slope, down to the bottom in the centre. That’s where the antlion larva is waiting to grab its prey with impressive, sharp mouthparts that look like pincers. Their diet is any invertebrate that is small enough to be subdued: crawling caterpillars, small beetles, native bees, ants that made navigation errors, etc. The coolest part of the antlion’s arsenal is the tactic of making the potential prey lose their footing! As soon as an ant tumbles down the slope and dislodges some sand or bits of soil, the antlion baby starts tossing some soil, throwing sand uphill in the direction of the prey to make it lose its balance! And of course I can’t help fuelling the fight by dropping some soil particles into the antlion’s clever trap – now this is a fight to watch! LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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BOB’S BEST BUYS Wine: Tohu 2024 Rose, Nelson $18.99 Why I chose it: It tastes as good as it looks. Its pink, white and gold label captures the essence of Christmas. It’s a crowd-pleaser – who could possibly not like this wine? 2024 was a great Nelson vintage. What does it taste like? Pale straw-coloured rose with restrained guava, pomegranate, wildflowers and raspberry flavours. Pristine wine with appealing purity and a seamless texture. A hint of sweetness is balanced by gentle, fruity acidity to give a pleasantly dry finish. Why it’s a bargain An exceptional wine at a great price. Where can you buy it? The Good Wine Co, Auckland $15.99 First Glass Wines and Spirits, Auckland $16.99 Blackmarket.co.nz, Auckland $16.99 Food match? Perfect with the snapper that I plan to catch in the New Year. Will it keep? Drink up! LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Paul Stenhouse: WhatsApp transcribes voice notes and Bitcoin approaches $100,000 5:56
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedWhatsApp's transcribing your (annoying) voice notes Got a friend who loves a voice note but you don't want to listen to their ramblings? WhatsApp's new AI feature will transcribe the note for you to read. Hurray! The feature is rolling out globally to Android and iOS users “in the coming weeks”, according to the company. This is a fun addition because it's faster to talk, but it's quicker to read. Now you get the best of both worlds. Bitcoin is approaching $100,000 Donald Trump's presidential win and his love for crypto has buoyed the digital currency to reach record highs. It broke $98,000 for the first time on Thursday. Bitcoin has gained more than 130% so far this year, and 40% just since the presidential election. A fun aside: in 2010, a programmer named Laszlo Hanyecz made history by purchasing two pizzas for 10,000 bitcoins - a world first real Bitcoin transaction. They were worth just fractions of a cent each. Today those 10,000 bitcoins would be valued at over $980 million. Amazon is investing $4 billion in ChatGPT's rival If it feels like deja vu, it's because it is. This is the second $4 billion investment Amazon has made just this year. A condition of the deal is that Anthropic must use AWS for their primary cloud provider and will use Amazon’s AI chips to develop its most advanced models. Rumours the ChatGPT Web Browser is coming Reports in The Information suggest you could ditch Google's Chrome browser and use a ChatGPT browser instead to browse and search the web. It could also include partnerships and integrations with a variety of eCommerce websites and apps – I assume these would be almost like super premium sponsored results? OpenAI isn't commenting. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Chris Schulz: Dune: Prophecy, Say Nothing, Endurance 8:23
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedDune: Prophecy 10,000 years before the ascension of Paul Atreides, the Harkonnen Sisters combat forces that threaten the future of humankind and establish the fabled sect known as the Bene Gesserit. From the writer-producer of Haunting of Bly Manor, Diane Ademu-John (Neon). Say Nothing Jean McConville, a single mother of ten, is abducted from her home in 1972 and never seen alive again. Through the eyes of various Irish Republican Army (IRA) members, explore the extremes some people will go to in the name of their beliefs, the way a deeply divided society can suddenly tip over into armed conflict, the long shadow of radical violence for both victims and perpetrators, and the emotional and psychological costs of a code of silence (Disney+). Endurance Nat Geo documentary telling the story of a legendary feat of leadership and perseverance. Antarctic explorer Ernest Shackleton kept alive his crew of 27 men for over a year despite the loss of their ship in frigid pack ice. Over a century later, a team of modern-day explorers sets out to find the sunken ship (Disney+). LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Wicked Misunderstood because of her green skin, a young woman named Elphaba forges an unlikely but profound friendship with Glinda, a student with an unflinching desire for popularity. Following an encounter with the Wizard of Oz, their relationship soon reaches a crossroad as their lives begin to take very different paths. Part 1 of the story of how a green-skinned woman framed by the Wizard of Oz becomes the Wicked Witch of the West. A feature film based on the Broadway musical. Canary Black Avery Graves, a CIA operative, is blackmailed by terrorists into betraying her own country to save her kidnapped husband. Cut off from her team, she turns to her underworld contacts to survive. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Nici Wickes: Stuffed Onions Baked with Tomato Cream Sauce 7:55
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThis recipe is just so divine and though it sounds complicated it really is very simple. My mum would cook this for our family dinners, to satisfy the vegetarians in the family. Serves 6-8 Ingredients 3 - 4 very large onions 450 g fresh washed spinach or silverbeet 275 g ricotta 2 eggs 50g Parmesan cheese, grated a good pinch of thyme or oregano salt and pepper Sauce 250ml cream 450g tin of tomatoes cayenne pepper and salt Method Preheat the oven to 180 C and butter a large oven proof dish. Cut the onions (with the skin still on) from top to bottom only half way though, through to the heart. Put them into a large pot of boiling water and simmer for 20 - 25 minutes. They will have opened up a little. Remove from the pot and let cool. Now parboil the trimmed spinach or silverbeet until wilted then strain and squeeze all the water from it. Chop. Mash the ricotta, eggs, cheese and seasoning then add the chopped greens and set aside. Now the fun part....stuffing the onions: Remove the skin off the onions and separate the layers of onions - you should get 6-7 layers from each onion, place them on a tea towel to drain. The hearts of the onions can be chopped finely and added to the stuffing. Place a spoonful of stuffing (don't overstuff) on each onion section and roll up and place seam side down in your oven dish so that they all fit snugly. Now puree the tomatoes and whisk together with the cream and seasonings and spoon over the onions to coat them. Bake for 45 minutes and spoon over more of the sauce if they look as though they are drying a little. Lovely served with a salad. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Jack Tame: A new baby, a new generation, a new life 3:59
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe first thing I noticed was Mava’s thirst. In the years I’ve known my wife, I can’t think of a time when she’s voluntarily consumed a glass of water. Coffee? Sure. Iced latte in the morning, Pepsi Max in the afternoon. But water? Water has never really been her jam. And yet here she was, all of a sudden, glugging back glass after glass of the good stuff. “You’re pregnant,” I said. The next thing I noticed was her sweet tooth, or rather lack thereof. “Do you want a treat?” I called from the kitchen. One of my wife’s finest qualities is she never says no to dessert. And yet... No. “I just don’t feel like it,” she said. “You’re pregnant,” I said. It’s amazing how much a line on a stick can change your life. I think when I was younger, I didn’t properly appreciate that sometimes life doesn’t go the way you expect it will. I have a lot of friends for whom getting pregnant and having children hasn’t been anything like our experience so far. Sometimes it just doesn’t happen, and it can be the most painful, traumatic experience. I feel so fortunate, in that sense. Crazy how quickly the algorithms get you. You sign up for one baby app —‘this week your baby is the size of a turnip’— and all of your ads change in an instant to pushchair brands with soft Nordic names and umlauts. Oh, to have invested in the baby business a few decades back. I’ve learnt a lot about my wife over the last 6 months. She’s tough. Retching at the traffic lights one minute, and back on with her day the next. How ever many billion years of evolution and pregnant women are left with scientifically-dubious acu-pressure bands and ginger tea?! The good news is her sweet tooth’s back. And her sense of humour never left. I’ve found myself thinking about the other parents in my life, and particularly my own. I’m one of four. Four! And my folks had no help. I can already see why people rate raising children as their greatest accomplishment. Although I understand it all in a theoretical sense, I’m not sure the full weight of impending fatherhood has yet sunken in, or will until our baby is born. Mava is due in February. We’ve got a pram. We’ve got a cot. We’ve tossed around a few ideas for names, and I’ve been mesmerised by the images on the ultrasound screen. But even as I place my hand on my wife’s bump and feel something, someone, a bit of me shift and wriggle and kick, for now it’s all just magic. I know there will be tough times ahead. Exhaustion and exasperation. But I also know the magic will only intensify. A new baby. A new generation. A new life. And the sense that mine will change forever. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Andy Ellis: Former All Black on hosting Moving Houses 16:39
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedPopular relocation series Moving Houses has returned for a third season, a former All Black behind the wheel. The show isn’t one you’d expect to be as gripping as it is, but it turns out there’s plenty of space for danger and suspense when you’re moving a house on the back of a truck. After a colourful rugby career, Andy Ellis has honed his craft as a landscape designer, and has now taken over as host for the show. He told Francesca Rudkin that he really enjoyed meeting all the people involved in the show, from the truck drivers to the people moving their homes. “Their stories are actually really fascinating.” LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Mike Yardley: Eats and beats in Anaheim, Orange County 8:47
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like Liked" In the heart of Orange County, Anaheim is a glittering hospitality hot spot, cultivating a red-hot reputation as a foodie destination, with all the Southern California feels. From fuss-free street snacks and quick bites to spectacular gourmet glories, you’re seriously spoilt for choice. Underscoring Anaheim’s epicurean stripes, the Anaheim area boasts over 30 Michelin-recommended eateries." Read Mike's full article here . LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Estelle Clifford: Coldplay in concert at Eden Park 8:26
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedColdplay’s Eden Park concerts have been a magical experience for many. The band is being praised for the spectacle of the show, with a riot of colour, fireworks, and fun technology contributing to the overall effect. Estelle Clifford celebrated her birthday at last night’s concert, and she says it was a magical night. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Catherine Raynes: Marry Me in Italy, No One Will Know 4:43
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedMarry Me in Italy by Nicky Pelegrino A dream wedding in Italy? It's the chance of a lifetime! Skye has been with Tim forever and the last thing she's thinking about is saying 'I do'. It's Tim that enters the dream wedding competition - he's longing to win an all-expenses-paid trip to romantic Montenello. An escape to a beautiful Italian hill town might be just what they need to find love again... Ana definitely isn't interested in getting married - she doesn't need a man to make her happy. But when she loses her job at a glossy food magazine, she jumps at the chance of a new life, renovating a crumbling Italian farmhouse. Her handsome (and very distracting) neighbour definitely isn't part of the plan. One thing's for sure, this summer has surprises in store! No One Will Know by Rose Carlyle Eve Sylvester is young and broke and needs a job fast. After years of foster homes, backpacking and a sailing trip across the Pacific Ocean, she has lost contact with friends and family. She is alone, desperate-and pregnant. Then she meets Julia and Christopher Hygate, a charming and glamorous couple, who seem to have the perfect life: loads of money and a breathtakingly beautiful mansion on a remote Tasmanian island. They make her a lucrative offer. Eve can move into their empty summerhouse and take up a very easy job. Eve thinks she's fallen on her feet-she has found a home, and her child will grow up in the aptly named Paradise Bay. But some things about the job don't add up. Why must Eve stay out of sight? Why have the Hygates employed an ex-con to run their yacht-charter business? And what about the mysterious boats sailing in and out of the Hygates' private marina? Has Eve made a deal with the devil? It's too late to ask questions. Eve is already in far too deep. Set against the stunning backdrop of a windswept island and its mysterious lighthouse, No One Will Know is a propulsive, seductive novel of suspense that reveals the terrible consequences of greed, staggering lies and fatal mistakes. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Kevin Milne: Celebrating exceptional entertainers 5:11
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedKevin Milne decided to take this morning to pay tribute to two exceptional entertainers. He joined Francesca Rudkin to reminisce about renowned radio broadcaster Lindsay Yeo, who passed away earlier this week, and chat about Stephen Fry, who’s show he saw in Wellington on Wednesday. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Dr Dougal Sutherland: The benefits of pink/white noise for concentration 6:24
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedWhile everyone knows about white noise, there are a few more colours of noise out there, each with a different sound and potential impact. Recent studies have found that pink and white noise improved concentration and memory for adolescents and young adults – but only those with ADHD. Dr Dougal Sutherland joined Francesca Rudkin to run through green, brown, pink, and white noise, and the impacts they can have on people. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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On the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for Saturday 16 November 2024, former All Black Andy Ellis joins Francesca Rudkin to chat about turning his hand to hosting duties on the new season of Moving Houses. Francesca proposes that redress for abuse in state care is not something to do half-heartedly. Chris Schulz reviews the biggest film of the year, Gladiator II, and shares his hot take after attending Friday night's Coldplay concert. Estelle Clifford celebrated her birthday at the Coldplay show and gives a full rundown on the experience. Plus, Margo Flanagan of Two Raw Sisters shares the best way to brilliantly grill asparagus. Get the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast every Saturday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Isn’t it just wonderful to suddenly get wind of a perfect idea that makes soooo much sense? On my departure for Tauranga to do Nature Nerd stuff at the Bay of Plenty Garden and Arts Festival, I received a fabulous email from Laura, who runs the Envirohub Bay of Plenty. Space for Nature. This is the picture: Nature doesn’t just belong in our National Parks, our rural areas and wild, open spaces. If we use our spades and our plants, we can create a Biodiverse area around our homes as well. In cities and villages, in the centre of towns, all the way to the outskirts of those sterile new subdivisions. It’s a matter of creating the right kind of habitat which will attract lizards, insects, birds, and magnificent fungi in autumn. Your garden could become an important corridor of Native species nearby, allowing them to move deeper and further into your “hood”. Trapping pest species is another way to add to the Biodiversity of your Quarter Acre Paradise. Imagine becoming part of such a community that links us all together for the same generous reasons: creating a much better and enjoyable ecosystem, which will be making bird song a regular concert of the Neighbourhood. There are many ways you can go about creating your own little Paradise: join a restoration team in your area (planting, trapping, weed removal, etc) and learn what works well in your district to get Biodiversity back in the backyard. You can also go for a walk in your local forest and identify what native trees, shrub, and plant species do well – identification is pretty easy when you use iNaturalist (an app on your smart phone). You can also visit your local Botanic garden and learn from the professional Botanists! Envirohub Bay of Plenty came up with another grand idea: sign the pledge to make Space for Nature in your Backyard and you’ll receive advice and resources to help you in your journey – plus a sign for your gate or letterbox (“We’re Providing Space for Nature”). Plus, a Native Tree and a Trap to get rid of the unwanted critters Such a simple idea. Thank you Laura! You made my day. For more information, visit their website here . LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Ed McKnight: What is rentvesting and how do you know if it's the right choice 3:41
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedRentvesting. The ‘own here, live there’ method seems to be gaining popularity among potential homeowners. The practice refers to renting a home to live in in an area that suits your lifestyle, while buying an investment property in an area you can more easily afford. Ed McKnight joined Francesca Rudkin to discuss the practice – its pros, cons, and how to know if it’s the right option for you. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Oskar Howell: Tech Commentator on the increasing prevalence of AI 3:59
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedAI is in everything - and it's giving us a lot of stuff we don't need. Personally, I am sick to death of AI in everything, from phones and computers to TVs and fridges now. The problem isn't the helpful AI that you can choose to use like ChatGPT and Midjourney, it's the annoying ones that they're installing without asking on our technology, like Copilot on Microsoft, Gemini on Google, Meta AI on Facebook, Grok on Twitter, etc They're unavoidable and inconvenient and they're almost never fit for purpose. You can't actually rely on them to provide accurate info or do what you want them to. You can't delete Gemini from your Android smartphone so it's taking up space for nothing. I have a particular gripe about Facebook Meta AI, where the button is inconveniently positioned right next to the search button. Everyone wants to be on the cutting edge of tech and position themselves as thought leaders, and that means forcing AI into consumer technology that no one's asking for. I don't think it reflects how normal tech consumers think or act - we don't want to automate our lives, we just want things to make sense, be as they were when we left them, and if you're launching new features, let us choose when and where we want to use them. We're in a tricky phase of AI adoption, where extensive and expensive investment has been made into the development of AI tools. Many big tech companies are now looking to justify that investment, by inserting the tools into just about everything there is. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Tara Ward: Day of the Jackal, In Cold Water: The Shelter Bay Mystery, Bad Sisters 6:36
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedDay of the Jackal An elite sniper, a master of disguise and a highly trained killer, the Jackal is an assassin, coldly carrying out hits for a fee. Following an attack on a high-profile and notorious politician, he's offered his riskiest job yet, one that could pay him enough to leave this life for good. But his work has attracted the attention of Bianca, a tenacious British intelligence officer, whose world-class expertise in firearms makes her the ideal candidate to hunt him down. What follows is a thrilling cat-and-mouse chase across Europe, as the Jackal works to carry out his new mission, while being pursued by Bianca. However, as the hunt continues and more casualties are caught in their crossfire, it becomes clear that there may be other forces pulling the strings. As both Bianca and the Jackal's personal lives clash with their work, they risk everything, pushing themselves to their limits with disastrous consequences. (TVNZ+) In Cold Water: The Shelter Bay Mystery This true crime doc-series explores the mysterious drowning of a Canadian school teacher while on a fishing vacation. The only witness to her death was her New Zealand husband – former Napier city councillor Peter Beckett – who was later charged with her murder. (Prime Video; also on Sky Open 18-20 November) Bad Sisters A welcome return of the delightful Irish drama created, written by and starring Sharon Horgan, about five sisters who are bound together by the death of their parents and the promises they made to each other. (Apple TV+) LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Gladiator II Years after witnessing the death of Maximus at the hands of his uncle, Lucius must enter the Colosseum after the powerful emperors of Rome conquer his home. With rage in his heart and the future of the empire at stake, he looks to the past to find the strength and honor needed to return the glory of Rome to its people. My Old Ass An 18th-birthday mushroom trip brings Elliott face-to-face with her wisecracking 39-year-old self. When the older Elliott starts handing out warnings about what her younger self should and shouldn't do, she realizes she has to rethink everything about family, love, and what's becoming a transformative summer. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Margo Flanagan: Two Raw Sisters' Grilled Asparagus with Mint, Lemon + Pine Nut Salsa 5:36
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedWe always make this in summer when asparagus season is at its peak, fresh fragrant herbs are in abundance and your body naturally begins to crave fresher, lighter foods. Simple Swaps / Additions Asparagus for zucchini chunks Mint for any other herb e.g coriander, basil or parsley Pine nuts for any other nut or seed e.g pumpkin seeds, almonds or walnuts Serves: 6 Time: 15 minutes 2 tbsp cooking oil 2 bunches of asparagus, left whole ½ tsp sea salt Mint, Lemon Pine Nut Salsa 1 cup mint, chopped 1 avocado, cut into chunks 3 tbsp pine nuts, toasted Juice 1 lemon 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil ½ tsp chilli flakes ½ tsp sea salt Method: Heat the oil in a pan over a high heat. Once hot, add the asparagus. Allow to cook over a high heat for about 3 minutes, tossing every so often. To make the salsa, combine all of the ingredients in a bowl and gently toss to combine. To serve, place the grilled asparagus on a flat platter and top with the salsa. This salad is best eaten and enjoyed soon after making and assembling. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Francesca Rudkin: Abuse in care redress is not something to do half-heartedly 3:19
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedOn Tuesday the Prime Minister, the leader of the opposition, and public sector leaders formally apologised to survivors of abuse in care. They spoke with sincerity and an understanding of what these victims had been through, but the most powerful words of the day belonged to survivors. The Abuse in Care Royal Commission of Inquiry took six years. The final report is 3000 pages long and features 130 recommendations. Tuesday was the first step in addressing this horrific abuse of vulnerable people - acknowledging it through a formal apology. This might not sound like much, but many a leader in opposition has spoken out about this issue only to shy away and protect the Crown from liability when in power. So it was something. But as we all know, as sincere and empathetic as those words were, it’s what happens next that matters - the actions taken that will make a difference to survivors' lives. It is the responsibility of this government, and those to come, to support survivors of abuse, hold those responsible accountable, and prevent it happening again. This is a difficult task. There are many individual circumstances, over an extensive period of time, committed by a variety of institutions. It is going to take time to structure a system through which people are fairly compensated. But they must be compensated. Money does not make up for what happened. But for those who have been abused, ignored, lived lives filled with trauma and shame —some unable to live their lives to the full, hold down jobs, have fulfilling relationships— then compensation is a form of validation, and goes some way to helping with the pain. When asked about what some have termed the ‘can of worms’ the inquiry and apology has opened - I was impressed with Prime Minister Christopher Luxon’s resolve to deal with it, while acknowledging it will be messy and hard and that the government will not satisfy everyone’s expectations. But just because something is hard doesn’t mean you shouldn’t do it. If you’re in politics and avoid doing something which is so fundamentally right and moral because it's hard, then please pack up and go home. For victims waiting up to 70 years for redress; I can understand the scepticism around what comes next. Something tells me though that Erica Stanford, the Lead Coordination Minister for the Government’s response to the report, can do hard things. The Prime Minister, who has read all 3000 pages of the Royal Commission’s report, said if you want to understand the gravity of what has happened go and read a few of the survivor’s accounts. I took his advice. And this is what I got from it: this is not redress we want to do half-heartedly. Equally, it needs to be done with some urgency. While the Government is hoping to have a structure and process in place for better financial redress in the first half of next year, there is also the challenge of making sure this does not happen again. How far the Government will go to legislate against abuse in care will show us how committed they are to taking responsibility. Let’s do this once. Let’s do this right. Let’s do all we can to make sure it never happens again. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Ladyhawke: Kiwi Musician on her career, playing her debut album at 'Others Way' festival 14:25
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedKiwi musician Ladyhawke was a fixture of the late 2000s. In 2009, Pip Brown, better known as Ladyhawke, stormed to number one on the New Zealand albums chart in 2009 with her self-titled debut and hit song ‘My Delirium’, leading to a slew of music awards, and international tours. 15 years later, she’s coming full circle, performing her debut album at the upcoming ‘Others Way’ festival in Auckland. Ladyhawke told Jack Tame that she has a few tours and shows coming up, but wanted to do something special for the 15 year anniversary. “I thought, why don't I do something special and do the first record front to back,” she said. “There's a couple of songs on it that I'd never played live before.” Although festival goers will be the only ones to get the full album experience, Ladyhawke has been playing a few of her older hits on her tours throughout the UK and Australia. “Everyone's just, like, really happy. And I love looking out and seeing everyone singing along,” she told Tame. “I know it's a bit of a nostalgia trip for people, which is, which is awesome for me too.” LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Estelle Clifford: Laura Marling - Patterns In Repeat 5:39
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedReturning to the industry after four years, Grammy nominee Laura Marling has released her eighth studio album ‘Patterns in Repeat’. The album comes after the birth of Marling’s daughter, an 11 track work exploring motherhood and the circle of life. Estelle Clifford joined Jack Tame to give her thoughts on this new release from the celebrated folk musician. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Catherine Raynes: Framed and The Elements of Marie Curie 5:15
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedFramed: Astonishing True Stories of Wrongful Convictions by John Grisham and Jim McCloskey John Grisham is known worldwide for his bestselling novels, but it’s his real-life passion for justice that led to his work with Jim McCloskey of Centurion Ministries, the first organization dedicated to exonerating innocent people who have been wrongly convicted. Together they offer an inside look at the many injustices in our criminal justice system. A fundamental principle of our legal system is a presumption of innocence, but once someone has been found guilty, there is very little room to prove doubt. These ten true stories shed light on Americans who were innocent but found guilty and forced to sacrifice friends, families, and decades of their lives to prison while the guilty parties remained free. In each of the stories, John Grisham and Jim McCloskey recount the dramatic hard-fought battles for exoneration. They take a close look at what leads to wrongful convictions in the first place and the racism, misconduct, flawed testimony, and corruption in the court system that can make them so hard to reverse. Impeccably researched and told with page-turning suspense as only John Grisham can deliver, Framed is the story of winning freedom when the battle already seems lost and the deck is stacked against you. The Elements of Marie Curie by Dava Sobel For decades Marie Curie was the only woman in the room at international scientific gatherings, and despite constant illness she travelled far and wide to share the secrets of radioactivity, a term she coined. She is still the only person to win a Nobel Prize in two scientific fields. Her ingenuity extended far beyond the laboratory walls; grieving the death of her husband, Pierre, she took his place as professor of physics at the Sorbonne, devotedly raised two daughters, drove a van she outfitted with x-ray equipment to the front lines of World War I, befriended Albert Einstein and inspired generations of young women to pursue science as a way of life. Approaching Marie Curie from a unique angle, Sobel navigates her remarkable discoveries and fame alongside the women who became her legacy – from Norway’s Ellen Gleditsch and France’s Marguerite Perry, who discovered the element francium, to her own daughter, Irene, a Nobel Prize winner in her own right. The Elements of Marie Curie deftly illuminates the trailblazing life and enduring influence of one of the most consequential figures of our time. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Kevin Milne: A few questions about the US Election 10:21
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe US Presidential Election is coming in hot, with Election Day set to arrive on November 5th. Jack Tame is over in New York at the moment, and this week, instead of sharing his own thoughts, Kevin Milne decided to pick Jack’s brain about the race and the current state of US politics. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Dr Dougal Sutherland: Psychosocial risk assessments at work 7:35
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like Liked2024 has been a tricky year for many organisations and businesses – whether it be through having to make significant changes or being affected by the current economic environment. Now is a good time to stop and take stock of how the year has impacted on your people. One great way to do this is through a psychosocial risk assessment. What’s a psychosocial risk assessment? It looks at all the psychological and social hazards in a workplace that can potentially cause mental or physical harm to your people. Some easy examples are: Bullying Micromanagement High workloads Less obvious examples include Job insecurity Lack of clear role description Physical work environment e.g., spending all your working day in the cab of a crane Psychosocial hazards are a leading cause of mental health problems at work (e.g., stress, depression, anxiety) and also physical health problems (e.g., musculoskeletal problems, high blood pressure, heart problems). Now is a good opportunity to look at what hazards are at your place to set your people and organisation up to perform at their best in 2025. First steps you should take: Make sure management is involved and supportive – you’ll hit a ceiling in how far this can go if they’re not on board. If they need any convincing, there have been a number of cases in court recently where organisations have been fined anywhere between $50k and $1.8million for not looking after the mental health of their staff Talk to staff to find out what things are really like at the coal face. Leaders can sometimes make the mistake of thinking they know all the ins and outs of an organisation and while they will know some of it, nothing beats talking to people who are actually doing the job Look at data you already have, e.g. are there areas with high levels of sick leave or with high annual leave balances – why might this be the case? Lastly, you might need to call in the external experts, which is where organisations like ours can help out. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Mike Yardley: Cultural hits in Anaheim, California 8:47
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like Liked"Beyond the undeniable dazzle of Disneyland, the Orange County city of Anaheim rewards the explorer with a slew of surprising experiences and eye-opening cultural encounters. With the 2024 White House race top of mind, get your fill of presidential prestige, by taking a jaunt through the Richard Nixon Presidential Library." "The historic heart of the city is known as Anaheim Colony, in deference to the original German settlement that took root in 1867, developing Anaheim as a wine production settlement. Anaheim takes its name from the Santa Ana river and the German word for home, ‘heim.”" Read Mike's full article here. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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On the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for Saturday 2nd November 2024, Kiwi music legend Ladyhawke reflects on her career as she prepares to circle back in time and perform her debut album at Auckland's Others Way festival. Jack considers the qualities that define the US presidential race. And, Kevin Milne quizzes Jack in an open conversation about his take on the election. Can AI create an app tracking presidential race calls across networks in real-time? Tech expert Paul Stenhouse put AI to the test and shares his learnings. Sporto Andrew Saville spills all on the packed weekend of sport and Estelle Clifford gushes about the brand-new album from indie darling Laura Marling. Get the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast every Saturday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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BOB’S BEST BUYS Taylors Jaraman 2022 Shiraz $26 Why I chose it: I needed a big rich Aussie red to match my braised lamb shanks. Taylors is my “go to” wine producer when I’m looking for a classic Barossa-style red (this is made from a blend of Clare Valley and McLaren Vale grapes). What does it taste like? An intense wine with rich, ripe berry-fruit, vanilla, black pepper and chocolate/mocha flavours. Why it’s a bargain: It delivers more bang for the buck than just about any other red wine I can think of. I don’t know how they can make a wine of this quality at such a modest price. Where can you buy it? The Good Wine Co., Auckland $25.99 Whiskeyonline, Auckland $25.99 Winesale.co.nz, Lower Hutt $25.99 Food match? Braised lamb shanks or similar hearty roast lamb dishes Will it keep? It is delicious now but should become even mellower and more complex in a few years. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Seeing as Jack’s in the US (and we are home in NZ) it might be nice to just grab a few plants, structures, and colours that belong in our hearts and minds. If I remember well, America has some stunning trees, shrubs, and plants that knock the eyeballs out of your head. What I remember well are the dogwoods, known here by their Genus name of Cornus. This is a brilliant tree from Athens (Georgia): Just so you know: we can grow these here too – flowering in spring and often deep autumn colours too. Easy in full sun and part shade with fertile, well-drained soils Julie would also go with “white” and “America”. Some years ago, she took some cuttings from an ancient plant that grew around a very ancient building, here in the Halswell Quarry – that building is now history, but the cuttings are not! The Philadelphus (also known as a Mock Orange) hails from the American New World, is easy to grow and known for its magnificent, sweet scent. Juuls grows it on a fence – you can also grow it as a shrub or even a wobbly hedge. It loves sunlight and well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter. Don’t let it dry out too much – water every now and then but don’t make it too wet. Mulch is useful, as is some general fertiliser every now and then plus some potash before it flowers in spring. Take cuttings in Autumn… Easy! I am a fan of spectacular colours. And you simply can’t get past dense blues. A Meconopsis was “born” in South-East Asia and there are many, many species. Unfortunately, they have quite a few negative ‘habits’. They are tricky to grow and often short-lived. Very difficult to successfully sow as seeds (sow them in late summer) and are very sensitive when you want to split them up by diversion to plant them in early spring. Part shade, and no full sun, and a nice mulch of rotten manure or compost – it feels like spoilt brat. Despite all this, it’s a plant known as “Blue Poppy” and belongs to the Papaver Family We’ve managed a couple of successes, and it makes me go down the garden when they flower. This is what I call “Spectacular”. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Can AI build an app? Tech expert Paul Stenhouse puts it to the test. I had an idea. ‘All The Calls’ - an app that tracks presidential race calls across networks in real-time. It absolutely is possible, however it's not without its headaches and frustrations. But wow – it is absolutely impressive. You need to be very, very good at describing things. I have never thought about my words so much. Things I learned: You absolutely need to still be technical. Once you head down a bad path with the AI Bot you're stick on that track. Was it a total pain in the backside at times? Yes. Did I find myself in frustrating loops fixing something only for it to break again on the next prompt? Yes. Did it suggest some terrible solutions? Yes. Do I think my mum could have built this? No... but maybe with some learning. Over the course of the week, I found my rhythm on how to interact with it. What context it needs, what words to use. The takeaway: it actually showed me the power of communication, and the need for the skill to communicate. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Tara Ward: The Diplomat, A Remarkable Place to Die, Special Ops: Lioness 5:19
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe Diplomat A second season of the excellent American thriller starring Keri Russell, who plays a career diplomat who must juggle her new high-profile job as ambassador to the United Kingdom and her turbulent marriage to a political star (Netflix). A Remarkable Place to Die Detective Anais Mallory returns to hometown Queenstown, New Zealand and faces startling homicides. She cracks cases while confronting personal ghosts from her past (TVNZ+, from Sunday). Special Ops: Lioness A new season of the American CIA thriller starring Zoe Saldana as an undercover agent fighting against the war on terror. Joe attempts to balance her personal and professional life as the tip of the CIA's spear in the war on terror. The Lioness Program enlists Cruz to operate undercover alongside Joe among the power brokers of State terrorism (Prime Video). LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Here A generational story about families and the special place they inhabit, sharing in love, loss, laughter, and life. A Different Man An aspiring actor undergoes a radical medical procedure to drastically transform his appearance. However, his new dream face quickly turns into a nightmare as he becomes obsessed with reclaiming what was lost. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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I’ve found a whole new way to make pizza – on the BBQ! All you need is one of those hooded BBQ's and a loaf of Turkish pide, ciabatta, or another flatbread, and you’re away. Fungi pizza bread Ingredients 1 large loaf store-bought ciabatta, focaccia, Turkish pide, or similar ½ cup crème fraiche ½ cup grated cheese - I used parmesan 2 cups sliced mushrooms Sprigs of rosemary or thyme Drizzle of olive oil 50g blue cheese, crumbled Fresh herbs to serve - I used parsley Method Heat BBQ or oven to 200 C. Use a serrated knife to remove the top crust off your bread. In a bowl mix the crème fraiche and half the grated cheese and spread over the cut side of the bread. Scatter over remaining grated cheese, mushrooms and herbs. Season with salt and pepper. Finish with a decent drizzle of oil and bake on the top rack of the BBQ (or upper level in the oven) for 10-15 minutes until bubbling and golden. Add the crumbled blue cheese as soon as it comes off the heat and scatter with parsley. Slice, eat and enjoy! Other toppings in place of the mushrooms: Prawns, dill, chilli sauce & squeeze of lemon Grapes, honey and flaked almonds Chopped bacon or ham & pineapple Pork & fennel sausage pieces & olives LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Jack Tame: The qualities that define the US Presidential race 5:02
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedWho’s gonna win? How I wish I could tell you. But from here in the heart of Washington DC I’m happy to be humble. I think anyone who says with supreme confidence or with certainty that they know who the next President of the United States is gonna be, is just blagging. I’ve spent the week on the road. I’ve been through parts of Arizona, Georgia, New York, and DC. From a Donald Trump rally in Atlanta to Kamala Harris’ Closing Argument in front of the White House. I’ve spoken with African American voters backing Donald Trump, new migrants voting for the first time, abortion rights advocates, business owners, a cryptocurrency organiser, and a professor of constitutional law. One of the consistent qualities is how exhausted people are by the whole thing. They’re so ready for this race to be over. Here’s what I think could be the qualities that ultimately define the race: 1) The gender divide. There is a 16-17 point difference between male and female preferences in this election. More than 60 million votes have already been cast and, given we still have a weekend before election day, it seems highly likely that more than half of voters will cast ballots before Wednesday. Here’s why that’s notable: of the votes cast so far, women are voting at much high levels than men. It’s about 55% vs 45%. A married couple who are really good friends of mine experience this first hand. He loves Trump. She loathes him. They just agree to mostly avoid talking politics at home. Something similar must be playing out in tens of thousands of American households. Donald Trump’s strategy relies on turning out a lot of young men – hence the bro podcasts, the UFC, the embracing of crypto and Elon Musk. This is risky, in that young men belong to the demographic most likely not to vote. But I’ve been doing this long enough to know that Donald Trump has made a real habit of bucking conventional wisdom in politics. 2) The economy always factors in people’s choices, but aside from that and aside from Donald Trump’s character... there are two highly motivating issues in this election. One is the border security and immigration, the other is abortion access. If you go to the rallies or hear the candidates speak, Trump absolutely hammers the border issue and Kamala Harris hammers reproductive rights. 3) The polls. I told myself in 2016 I wouldn’t trust the polls again. I told myself in 2020 I wouldn’t trust the polls again. The problem is the pollsters don’t release their modelling. How do they account for Donald Trump’s support among young men if young men don’t usually vote in the same numbers as other demographics? If people misled pollsters by telling them they were supporting Hillary when they were really supporting Trump, will they do that again? Or has Trump shame passed as a notable phenomenon? Right now, Kamala Harris is doing worse in the polls than Hillary Clinton and worse than Joe Biden, but is there a chance the pollsters have overcorrected? The election is Wednesday. I think it’s pretty unlikely we’ll have a result that day and it’ll take time before either Harris or Trump is officially the President-elect. Regardless of who wins, I think, sadly, the American electorate is going to remain bitterly divided. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Tsehay Hawkins: Yellow Wiggle on her career with the Wiggles, the Sound System Dance Party coming to Tauranga 12:39
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe Wiggles have been going strong for over three decades, and their lineup has changed a bit along the way. Going from four to eight, the current lineup includes the original Blue Wiggle, Anthony Field, alongside a cast of newer faces: Tsehay Hawkins, Lachy Gillespie, Simon Pryce, Evie Ferris, John Pearce, Caterina Mete, and Lucia Field. Tsehay Hawkins joined the Wiggles at age 15, taking over from Emma Watkins as the Yellow Wiggle in 2021. "That was a pretty, pretty surreal moment,” she told Jack Tame. The Wiggles team is a pretty close-knit group, Hawkins revealed. “Everyone’s friends, we’re all actually mates, so that makes it so much easier.” “It doesn’t feel like work.” The Wiggles are coming to New Zealand this summer, bringing their Sound System Dance Party to Christchurch and Mount Maunganui. It’s our first-ever dedicated dance festival for toddlers, featuring reimagined dance versions of the classic hits, and Dorothy the Dinosaur on the turntables. “She’s levelled up,” Hawkins said. “She still does all the Wiggle stuff, but now we've got remixes of the OG Wiggles songs, but we've made it like, club vibes. We’ve got full house, techno, and that’s what we’re doing in January next year.” “We're so stoked to be coming back.” For more information, visit kyaevents.co.nz . LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Jack Tame isn’t the only one with fond memories of New York. Kevin Milne visited the city back in 1996, spending a week there filming a video for TVNZ’s travel programme. He joined Jack to reminisce about the experience and his memories of the city. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Ed McKnight: Resident Economist at Opes Partners gives tips to get the best deal when buying property 5:51
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedBuying property is an expensive and often difficult task, so how do you get the best deal? Ed McKnight of Opes Partners joined Jack Tame to offer up some tips and tricks to get the best deal when dealing with the property market. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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"If you’re heading to the West Coast via Lewis Pass, make a date with the starring town of Reefton. From Springs Junction, the highway threads through the verdant beech forest finery of Victoria Forest Park, New Zealand’s largest conservation park of its type, spanning 180,000 hectares. There are gold mining and quartz mining relics in the area, with a variety of sublime hikes, from short strolls to epic, multi day tramps. But the hospitality beacon is Reefton, the Town of Light, where the glint of gold gave birth to its name courtesy of the vast quartz reef that spawned the 1870 gold rush." Read Mike's full article here. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Just over a week after its release, Kylie Minogue’s Tension II has netted her a landmark 10th Official Number 1 album in the UK. The 13 track album also debuted at Number 1 on the ARIA Chart, and in Minogue’s words, it’s a continuation of an era she’s delighted to explore. “I can’t possibly let it be over just yet! Welcome to Tension II.” Estelle Clifford joined Jack Tame to give her thoughts on the new release. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Catherine Raynes: The Waiting and The House We Grew Up In 4:07
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe Waiting by Michael Connelly In cold cases, it’s not the hope that kills you. It’s the waiting. Renée Ballard and the LAPD’s Open-Unsolved Unit get a hot shot DNA connection between a recently arrested man and a serial rapist and murderer who went quiet twenty years ago. The arrested man is only twenty-four, so the genetic link must be familial: His father was the Pillowcase Rapist, responsible for a five-year reign of terror in the city of angels. But when Ballard and her team move in on their suspect, they encounter a baffling web of secrets and legal hurdles. Meanwhile, Ballard’s badge, gun, and ID are stolen—a theft she can’t report without giving her enemies in the department ammunition to end her career as a detective. She works the burglary alone, but her mission draws her into unexpected danger. With no choice but to go outside the department for help, she knocks on the door of Harry Bosch. At the same time, Ballard takes on a new volunteer to the cold case unit: Bosch’s daughter Maddie, now a patrol officer. But Maddie has an ulterior motive for getting access to the city’s library of lost souls—a case that may be the most iconic in the city’s history. The House We Grew Up In by Lisa Jewell When a tragedy breaks a family apart, what can bring it back together? The Birds seem to be the perfect family: mother, father, four children, a picture-book cottage in the country. But one Easter weekend, something happens - something so unexpected, so devastating, that no one can bring themselves to talk about it. The family shatters, seemingly for good. Until, years later, they are forced to return to the house they grew up in, and to confront what really broke the family apart... LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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On the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for Saturday 26th October 2024, Yellow Wiggle Tsehay Hawkins joins Jack to chat about the energy it takes to be a part of the iconic group, and her incredible passion for dance. Jack offers his thoughts on why New York is the best city in the world. Film reviewer Francesca Rudkin shares two movie picks, perfect for the long weekend. And, Australian icon Kylie Minogue dropped her new album, fresh off her Vegas residency and heading into a major world tour - how did the 80s nostalgia dance tracks stack up? Get the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast every Saturday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Warmer days are on their way, and sunny days bring with them increased risk of skin damage. There’s plenty of sunscreen brands and SPFs on the market, but not all of them will treat the planet as well as they’ll protect your skin. Kate “Ethically Kate” Hall joined Jack Tame for a chat about what to look for when hunting for sustainable sun protection, and what else you can do to protect your skin. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Ruud Kleinpaste: Home invading destructive so-and-sos 5:31
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedGuess what – last week I found my first gorgeous Tineola bisselliella moths of the season. A pretty yellow-brown, tiny moth with an orange hairdo. I remember this critter from the Netherlands all those years ago, and it has reached New Zealand not terribly long ago, as far as I can see. This cosmopolitan moth is becoming more and more common in the Christchurch region. Although it’s spreading to a few New Zealand Centres: Wellington, Napier and who knows where else. This attractive moth has a very descriptive vernacular name: Webbing Clothes Moth. Its larvae (also known as caterpillars) chew on woollen materials, as well as taxidermied skins and feathers. From now on they’ll be on the wing at my place, laying eggs in our woollen rugs and woollen carpets, chewing holes in all those natural products that keep us warm. It really hacks me off if I find them in my taxidermied pheasant or kiwi. They also destroy feathers! But when Julie finds evidence in her fancy clothes cupboard, I will be severely questioned “when is the last time you sprayed their favourite habitat?” “Do something!” And off I go to my mates at Safeworx, a company that stocks the most effective Pyrethroid insecticide aerosols on the planet – I should know, because in the days when I was a real entomologist (and working for the Ministry of Agriculture) we developed these insecticides for aircraft quarantine reasons, so that no nasty interlopers would enter Aotearoa: creatures such as Mosquitoes that transmit human diseases, Malaria, Dengue, Ross River Virus etc, etc. This was a long time ago: the nineteen eighties! Spraying the walls, ceiling and floor of Aircraft holds to measure the efficacy of the Synthetic pyrethroid on flies, mosquitoes, moths, and beetles… Those were the fun days! Ask the folks at Safeworx for a few aerosol cans of the residual aircraft hold spray – I’m sure they’ll find the right one. Spray the surfaces where the damage is found; aim at a distance of around 60 centimetres and move over the woollen materials in a brisk tempo. The spray dries relatively fast and will be killing insects for at least 8 weeks (and much longer if the treated areas are out of direct sunlight). This spray formulation works very well on most insect species and its residual activity is suitably long. If you have trouble with house borer (another cosmopolitan pest that causes damage in New Zealand), a quick spray over the timber, furniture and wooden antiques will knock the borer beetles out as they emerge from their timber “homes” where they developed over the past year or so. Timing is everything! The beetles usually emerge early December to mate and lay eggs, if you spray the infested timber in the last week of November the beetles will not survive this part of their life cycle. It’s worth a try. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Paul Stenhouse: OpenAI's new model could be 100 times more powerful, Adobe says artists need to get on the AI bandwagon 5:18
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedAnother week, more AI advancements. A crazy powerful AI is just months away Reporting from The Verge says OpenAI will release a new model, codenamed "Orion", in December. The report says the launch strategy is different - instead of making it available in ChatGPT first, it's going to be given to their paying partners via APIs. OpenAI's CEO says this is "fake news", but if the reporting is true, it's said to be potentially up to 100 times more powerful than the current GPT-4. They just closed a $6.6 billion funding round and are working to restructure themselves as a for-profit company. Maybe it'll be "ClosedAI"? Adobe says artists need to get on the AI bandwagon Their VP of Generative AI says they’re “not going to be successful in this new world without using it". It's all-in on the tech, and there won't be a product in its suite without it. "We’ve always innovated with conviction, and we believe in the conviction of what we’re doing here". The company says the AI features, such as their Firefly tool that extends and generates bits of images for you, are some of the most adopted products Adobe has ever released. But will it kill art? There's a growing backlash to the tech in the creative community, but the VP goes on to say that "human creativity will be a critical part of it" and there "will be a thirst for artists who do things by hand". LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Tara Ward: Territory, Simone Biles Rising: Part 2, Line of Duty 5:38
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedTerritory When the world's largest livestock farm is left without a successor, the most powerful factions in the Australian outback: miners, landowners, cowboys and gangsters, start preparing their weapons (Netflix). Simone Biles Rising: Part 2 The redemption arc for Simone Biles is complete, with the final instalment of this documentary series that follows the American gymnast as she competes in the Paris Olympics (Netflix). Line of Duty It’s an oldie, but a goodie. All six seasons of the brilliant British police drama about investigating corrupt officers has just dropped on Netflix. As a result of refusing to participate in a cover-up, DS Steve Arnott joins a special and controversial unit dedicated to rooting out corruption within the police. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Francesca Rudkin: Lee and Venom: The Last Dance 8:07
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedLee The story of photographer Elizabeth `Lee' Miller, a fashion model who became an acclaimed war correspondent for Vogue magazine during World War II. Venom: The Last Dance Eddie Brock and Venom must make a devastating decision as they're pursued by a mysterious military man. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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It’s a good idea with a long weekend to make a big batch of some staples that can be eaten for lunch or dinner, dressed up of down. This rice salad is the perfect example; serve it with smoked salmon or a steak or teriyaki chicken or just on its own. Makes about 6 cups Ingredients 4 cups cooked brown rice or sushi rice 1 cup shelled edamame beans (avail in frozen section of supermarket) ½-1 telegraph cucumber, sliced thinly 3-4 radish, sliced thinly 1 cup pickled mushrooms – see below Options to add – tuna, hot smoked salmon, shredded carrot ¼ cup store-bought roasted sesame dressing Squeeze of lemon juice Black sesame seeds to serve Method Toss all of the ingredients together (hold some radish and the sesame seeds back, to garnish), tumble onto a serving plate and drizzle over sesame dressing, some of the mushroom pickling juices and the lemon juice. Scatter over remaining radish and sesame seeds to serve. Pickled mushrooms Makes one jar Ingredients 200g brown button mushrooms, thinly sliced 1 tbsp finely diced onion 1 tsp grated ginger 1 tsp brown sugar 75mls rice wine vinegar 1 tbsp soy sauce Boiling water Method Cram sliced mushrooms, onion, ginger and sugar into a jar. Pour over rice wine vinegar, soy sauce and then boiling water to cover. Leave for 2 hours or overnight. Seal and keep in fridge until ready to use. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Jack Tame: The life and energy of the best city in the world 5:05
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedI’m writing this in Central Park. I’m right up in the North East corner, sitting on a bench by the Harlem Meer, 100m or so from the apartment where I lived for the second half of my twenties. It’s so familiar. The warm evening air, people laid out with picnic mats, a guy with a big plastic bin of churros. Kids chasing each other, squealing, skylarking, the sound of traffic crawling down Fifth Avenue. Across the road, staring down the length of Central Park is my favourite obscure building in all of Manhattan. The views from this thing would cost enough to make an Oligarch’s gulp. But it took until a couple of years ago for the city to finally convert it from its previous use: a low-security prison. I haven’t been in New York for two years. When I was last here, post-Covid, it felt a bit dark. Back in the day, I used to be so blasé about safety – I felt more threatened in central Christchurch late at night than I did in East Harlem. But Covid changed that. You could sense people were fearful and untrusting. It’s better now. More like the New York I remember. When I landed this week, I did my usual thing. I got a coffee and a pastry, I put in my headphones, and I walked. It took me a morning until I had the rhythm of the traffic, j-walking with confidence and checking the right way up the streets as I crossed. I rode the subway everywhere. I mostly didn’t need the map. Amazing how you can feel nostalgic for the gentle resistance of a turnstile bar, for the lurching, screaming, and shuddering of a metal subway car, staring dead-eyed through the windows into the black. Even when a city is familiar, taking time away and coming in with fresh eyes gives you a perspective you don’t have when you’re immersed in it, living it. I’m realistic enough to accept it probably means you look at things with rose-tinted glasses. But there’s a reason all of my friends here have moved out to the suburbs. The thing that has surprised me most is that I feel it too. It’s not that I’m tired of the city, it’s just that I’m not sure I have the energy and the patience for the hustle and the horns, the concrete and the studio apartments. One thing doesn’t change though: New York is the best city in the world. For two simple reasons. Number one: diversity. There cannot be a city with a greater spread of cultures, ethnicities, languages, and socio-economic extremes. The thing that everyone has in common is that everyone is different. And the result of that diversity is the greatest concentration of interesting food, music, and art on the planet. And the other reason it’s the great city is public space. Because almost everyone lives in small spaces, everything public is always busy, and every public space is used. There’s a collective experience, whether people are conscious of it or not. It means the tiny little strip of land on the corner of Madison and 110th has been converted into a community garden. It means the benches alongside the triangle of green at Broadway and 72nd are always filled with people, just watching the World go by. And it means here, tonight, on a random Autumn evening, as Central Park’s leaves turn gold, and the sun drops below the West Side, there are hundreds of people out enjoying the moment, socialising, playing, eating, relaxing. It feels vital, alive. Even a bit magical. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Michael Morpurgo: Author discusses his newest book 'Cobweb' 16:33
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedMichael Morpurgo is a literary treasure. The author of War Horse and Private Peaceful , he’s written around 150 books, loved particularly among children and young people. He’s returned with yet another novel, Cobweb following a little dog heading to London in the aftermath of Britain’s triumph at Waterloo. Morpurgo told Jack Tame that much like many of his stories, Cobweb was inspired by a friend of his who walked 250 miles from the West Coast of Wales to London on a drovers’ road. Drovers’ roads are the paths farmers would use to bring their livestock from their farms to the market, as back before vehicles and public transport became common, walking was the only way to reach the big cities. While researching drovers’ roads, Morpurgo realised that their stories, and the stories of drovers’ dogs in particular, aren’t well known. “And I thought, that's a story that mostly no one knows, so why don't you tell it? Tell that tale? So that's what I did.” LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Dr Bryan Betty: Gout and the study finding it's primarily caused by genetics 6:07
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedA painful form of arthritis, gout is the second most common form affecting New Zealanders. A major international study involving around 2.6 million people, has revealed that genetics are a major cause, not lifestyle choices. Dr Bryan Betty joined Jack Tame to run through the study, what gout looks like, and how it impacts people. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Estelle Clifford: Kimbra - Idols & Vices (Vol. 1) 6:22
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedKiwi musical icon Kimbra is back with another album. Idols & Vices (Vol. 1) is a collaborative album, featuring the likes of BANKS, Dawn Richard, DRAM, Skrillex, and Sahtyre, and while Kimbra doesn’t stray too far from her experimental pop sound, there is more R&B and hiphop influences in this work. Music Reviewer Estelle Clifford joined Jack Tame to give her thoughts on the release. “It grows on me day by day, this album.” LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Kingmaker: Pamela Harriman's Astonishing Life of Power, Seduction, and Intrigue by Sonia Purnell When Pamela Churchill Harriman died in 1997, the obituaries that followed were predictably scathing – and many were downright sexist. Written off as a mere courtesan and social climber, her true legacy was overshadowed by a glamorous social life and her infamous erotic adventures. Much of what she did behind the scenes – on both sides of the Atlantic – remained invisible and secret. That is, until now: with a wealth of fresh research, interviews and newly discovered sources, Sonia Purnell unveils for the first time the full, spectacular story of how she left an indelible mark on the world today. At age 20 Churchill’s beloved daughter-in-law became a “secret weapon” during World War II, strategically wining, dining, and seducing diplomats and generals to help win over American sentiment (and secrets) to the British cause against Hitler. After the war, she helped to transform Fiat heir Gianni Agnelli into Italy’s ‘uncrowned king’ on the international stage and after moving to the US brought a struggling Democratic party back to life, hand-picking Bill Clinton from obscurity and vaulting him to the presidency. Picked as Ambassador to France, she deployed her legendary subtle powers to charm world leaders and help efforts to bring peace to Bosnia, playing her part in what was arguably the high-water mark of American global supremacy. There are few at any time who have operated as close to the center of power over five decades and two continents, and there is practically no one in 20th Century politics, culture, and fashion whose lives she did not touch, including the Kennedys, Truman Capote, Aly Khan, Kay Graham, Gloria Steinem, Ed Murrow, and Frank Sinatra. Written with the novelistic richness and investigative rigor that only Sonia Purnell could bring to this story full of sex, politics, yachts, palaces and fabulous clothes, KINGMAKER re-asserts Harriman’s rightful place at the heart of history. See Less The Valley by Chris Hammer Nell Buchanan and Ivan Lucic are back – and Nell is thrown into her most emotionally fraught investigation yet. A controversial entrepreneur is murdered in a remote mountain valley, but this is no ordinary case. Ivan and Nell are soon contending with cowboy lawyers, conmen, bullion thieves and grave robbers. But it's when Nell discovers the victim is a close blood relative that the past begins to take on a looming significance. What did take place in The Valley all those years ago? What was Nell's mother doing there, and what was her connection to troubled young police officer Simmons Burnside? And why do the police hierarchy insist Ivan and Nell stay with the case despite an obvious conflict of interest? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Mike Yardley: Hill Country Adventures in Sri Lanka 9:38
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like Liked"Savouring Sri Lanka’s Central Highlands is an adventure to relish. Swathed in lush jungle greens, pepper-potted with shapely hills and anchored by a gloriously soothing lake at its heart, the seduction is fast and sweet in the gateway city of Kandy. The very name Kandy conjures visions of splendour and mystique. It’s a city that proudly keeps its legends, traditions and folklore alive." "Another huge highlight was visiting the storied Geragama Tea Factory. Located close to Kandy, this is one of your classic old-school tea factories, specialising in long leaf tea for over 120 years. They do a great job in chronicling the rise of Ceylon Tea and how the nation remains one of the world’s top five tea producers." Read Mike's full article here . LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Dougal Sutherland: Worrying yourself sick - the impact of stress on physical health 7:23
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedHave you ever been so anxious that your stomach started hurting? In addition to its well-known impacts on mental health, stress can also make people feel physically ill—and a new study could help explain why. Although it’s fairly common knowledge that the gut “talks” to the brain by releasing hormones into the bloodstream, this recent study showed the relationship going back the other way: from the brain to the gut to the immune system. Researchers have found that removing key glands (called Brunner’s glands) in mice, which line the walls of the small intestine, triggered inflammation and increase the chance of infection. Similar thing happens in humans who’ve had tumours removed in their gut. It seems that removal of these glands leads to a reduction in gut bacteria which triggers inflammation and subsequent pain. When the researchers took a closer look at these glands, they discovered a connection to the vagus nerve that goes from the base of the brain to the internal organs, influencing digestion, blood pressure, and even memory and mood. Fibers that connect to Brunner’s gland lead directly to a region of the brain known as the amygdala, which plays a key role in emotion and the stress response. Researchers found that when mice are under chronic stress their glands shut down—causing gut bacteria to dwindle and intensifying inflammation. The take home message: being under mental stress can lead to a painful stomach! It highlights the importance of monitoring your stress levels and keeping good gut bacteria. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Ruud Kleinpaste: Timing is Everything: Fluffy Bums 3:06
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedPassionvine Hoppers came up in conversation a week or so ago: a nuisance for gardeners, especially in the warmer north (but more and more a pain-in-the-South as well!). I also remember that Aucklanders often called them lacy-winged moths. Shows you that entomological knowledge has always been slow to sink in up there in the North Island. They are certainly not moths, these critters belong to a totally different insect order: the Homoptera, or sap-sucking bugs. Yes, these are some of the insects you can legitimately call “bugs” in entomological parlance. LIFE CYCLE: Eggs hatch in October – the timing relates to warmth in spring. The tiny fluffy bums (“nymphs”) suck sap from a wide variety of host plants and slowly grow bigger and bigger. They also become nimbler and can hop greater distances as they grow larger in spring. Late in spring (December onwards) the Fluffy Bums will moult their last moult and turn into a winged adult Passionvine Hopper. One nymph of passion vine hopper (fluffy bum) and three winged adults in summer. They will still suck sap from your favourite plants – they will also continue excreting sticky honeydew all over the plants and leaves below. (And as we all know, honeydew is a perfect place for sooty mould to grow – black, ugly fungal material that looks as if a miniature fire has burnt your plants). This is also the time for mating and female Passionvine Bugs will lay eggs in the autumn. They prefer to insert the eggs in thin branches, leaving a patterned oviposition site, which keeps the eggs in good nick during the winter months CONTROL and PREVENTION: Keep an eye on the new fluffy bums hatching in your garden right now! Those tiny nymphs often congregate in large flocks at the ends of new growth; they are still very feeble in their movement and won’t be able to escape a cloud of fly-spray aimed at them on a wind-still morning. Small, young nymphs Spray these young passionvine hoppers in October with a good dose of fly-spray. In autumn there is a second chance for control: spot the new egg-sites on thin twigs and tendrils, cut these off and burn them in the fireplace (Fried Eggs!). Eggs laid in thin twigs and curly tendrils LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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On the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for Saturday 19 October 2024, uniquely talented author Michael Morpurgo joins Jack to discuss his love for fact within fiction, a memorable discussion with Roald Dahl, and the intriguing inspiration behind his new children's novel Cobweb. Jack discusses team loyalty and his pride in wearing blue to Auckland FC's first match. Chef Nici Wickes shares a quirky tip to ensure the icing of your Hummingbird cake stays light and fluffy. And, in her new album, Kiwi musician Kimbra is circling back to her collaborative ways. Music reviewer Estelle Clifford delivers her verdict on the resulting sound. Get the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast every Saturday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Paul Stenhouse: Amazon's forays into nuclear power and election night broadcasting 3:40
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedAmazon is joining other top tech firms with a foray into nuclear power This deal is to explore the development of small modular nuclear reactors. AI needs massive amounts of computing power, and that requires electricity. Virginia's power demand is already growing 5% YOY and is expected to be double 2024’s level in 15 years. In addition to that, Amazon is part of a $500 million financing round in a private company opening four small nuclear plants in the West. The WSJ called it a "renaissance" of nuclear power. The approach seems to be a little different this time though - with smaller plants rather than large sites. The larger sites run billions of dollars over budget and years behind schedule. These companies want to make sure they have the power when they need it. And, Amazon will now also be delivering election night news Their Amazon Prime Video Service will host a live broadcast of the results hosted by former NBC broadcaster Brian Williams. It's the first time the streamer has got into the news game. It says coverage will be an “informative, accessible and non-partisan presentation", which will reference third-party news sources across all political affiliations. Maybe the idea is for Brian Williams will be our guide to all the information being presented? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Tara Ward: Rivals, The Diplomat, The Office Australia 4:53
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedRivals David Tennant and Aidan Turner star in the small-screen version of Jilly Cooper’s novel set in 1980's England about a rivalry between two powerful men that takes over their lives (Disney+). The Diplomat British consul Laura Simmonds and her Barcelona colleague Alba Ortiz fight to protect British nationals in trouble in the Catalan city. Their diplomatic skills are stretched to the limit by the cases that walk through the Consul's doors (Neon). The Office Australia Hannah Howard is the managing director of packaging company Flinley Craddick. When she gets news from Head Office that they will be shutting down her branch and making everyone work from home, she goes into survival mode, making promises she can’t keep in order to keep her “work family” together. The staff of Flinley Craddick indulge her and must endure Hannah’s outlandish plots as they work toward the impossible targets that have been set for them (Prime Video). LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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The Return After 20 years away, Odysseus washes up on the shores of Ithaca, haggard and unrecognizable. The king finds much has changed since he left to fight in the Trojan War. His beloved wife, Penelope, is a prisoner in her own home and hounded to choose a new husband. Their son faces death at the hands of suitors who see him as an obstacle in their pursuit of Penelope and the kingdom. Odysseus is no longer the mighty warrior his people remember, but he must face his past to save his family. Merchant Ivory Archival footage and interviews provide insight into the partnership, both professional and personal, between director James Ivory and producer Ismail Merchant. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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I make a few versions of the mighty hummingbird cake but this is an easy, light, manageable version. I like to describe this cake as a banana cake that goes on a Jamaican holiday. Serves 8-10 Ingredients 1 ½ cups plain flour ¾ cups brown sugar ½ cup desiccated coconut 1 heaped tsp cinnamon ½ tsp each baking powder and baking soda 2 medium eggs ¾ cups oil – I used grapeseed oil 2 ripe bananas, mashed – about 2 bananas 1 cup crushed pineapple + ¼ cup juice Brown butter cream cheese icing 100g butter 250g full fat cream cheese 1 – 1 ½ cup icing sugar Method Heat oven 180 C. Grease and line a 23cm cake tin. Take two bowls. In one put all the dry ingredients – flour, sugar, coconut, spices and raising agents. Whisk together. In the second bowl, beat together eggs, oil and bananas. Pour this mixture into the dry ingredients, add the crushed pineapple and the juice and stir to combine. Scrape batter into the tin and bake for 45-55 mins or until a skewer inserted comes out clean. Rest for 10 mins then turn out onto a cooling rack and cool completely. Make the icing Melt butter in a small pot until it splutters. Keep cooking until the spluttering subsides – 4-6 minutes – then it will begin to foam and brown. Cook, watching carefully, until it is browned and gives off a wonderful nutty aroma. Cool completely. Beat cream cheese and browned butter and add the icing sugar gradually. Beat until smooth. Split the cake through the middle and fill with half the frosting, using the remaining for the top of the cake. Serve and eat! LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Kevin Milne: Comet 2023 A3 and thoughts of the past and future 6:28
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedA rare celestial object has made an appearance in the skies over New Zealand. Comet C/2023 A3 hasn’t been seen in our skies in for 80,000 years, and with the length of its orbital period, it’s not going to be seen again by anyone alive today. Kevin Milne caught sight of A3 passing by on Wednesday, and it got him thinking about the last time it passed by, and the next time it’ll show up. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Jack Tame: I never thought I'd support Auckland in anything 4:01
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedI never thought I would support Auckland in anything. I mean —duh— I’m from Christchurch. When I was a kid, it was a given that Aucklanders were nothing more than latte-swilling, overpriced-haircut-donning, ostentatious-sports-car-driving primadonnas. My parochialism isn’t the only force working against Auckland City FC. When the brand-new club kicks off in its very first A-League match this evening, it faces the unique challenge that comes from trying to launch a new team and a new club in a competition which is already well-established. Think about it. Most of the teams we support in sporting competitions have either been around since the competition’s inception or have built up a fan base over many decades. I support the Crusaders because I was born and raised in Christchurch and when Super Rugby was established, they were everyone-in-my-life’s team. I support Liverpool because when I was 6 or 7 and watched football highlights on the news, I asked Dad what English club we supported and stuck with that. The Warriors inspire my loyalty because for all the highs and the lows —so many lows— they have endured for thirty years and never really shaken that underdog status. And they’re the New Zealand Warriors. Not the Auckland Warriors. So we’re good. Theoretically at least, it’s a bit harder to inspire loyalty in a team that arrives late to the party. Especially when that team is the third Auckland-based professional football club to compete in the Australian top league. RIP the Auckland Kingz and the New Zealand Knights. Also, I really love the Wellington Phoenix fan culture. And the club has been playing so well! Maybe I’m wrong, but there’s a risk that any rivalry in a Kiwi derby could feel a little forced, at least early on. But, for all of that, Auckland FC has one massive dynamic working in its favour. People in the 09 are so ready for a proper football team. You see it every time the Phoenix play at Eden Park. You see it at All Whites games. You see it on the sidelines of how many thousand junior football games on Saturday mornings. Sure, it may take a few seasons to deepen the well of loyalty, but you would be hard-pressed to find a city or a market on Earth that isn’t hungrier for a team to support. And so tonight, I’ll be there. One of more than 20,000 at a sold-out Go Media stadium. I must have a dozen friends attending. Some have already bought season passes. You can hold the fancy haircut. Hold the latte. But I’ll be proudly crossing the Rubicon and dressed in blue. And if in years to come anyone should question my loyalty to AFC, well, at least I can say I was there from day one. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Donna Hay: Chef and food writer on her culinary career and new book 'Too Easy' 12:41
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedOne of the most famous foodies in the Southern Hemisphere, Donna Hay is one of the Queens of Cooking. She’s known for her minimalistic approach to food styling, fresh and vibrant ingredient choices, and grounded recipes for busy people still interested in eating well. Her latest book ‘Too Easy’ offers an array of delicious dishes like one-pan undone lasagna, crunchy chipotle chicken traybake, and sticky pork belly that won’t leave you slaving away over a stove for hours. When it comes to her recipes, Hay seeks a quicker path from A to B. “The one-pan undone lasanga, I realised I hadn’t cooked my children lasagna in a very, very long time, because even on the weekend, Jack, I’m not coming home and layering up all of that deliciousness and taking two hours out of my life for it to be consumed by two very hungry boys in a matter of minutes.” “I guess it's just life that kind of dictates what, what I'm gonna try and twist and turn into a great recipe.” LISTEN ABOVE Donna Hay’s One-pan Undone Lasagne If you love everything about lasagne except the time it takes to make it, then this is for you. This is not a traditional recipe for lasagne – it’s more for those wanting all the comforting gooey yumminess of lasagne but in an instant. Try it – you’ll love it! Ingredients 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 brown onion, finely chopped 3 cloves garlic, crushed 600g (1 lb 5 oz) beef mince 1 litre (34 fl oz) good-quality beef stock 3 x 400g (14 oz) cans crushed tomatoes 2 tablespoons chopped oregano leaves sea salt and cracked black pepper 250g (9 oz) fresh lasagne sheets, cut into 5cm x 21cm (2 in x 8½ in) strips ¼ cup (5g/⅛ oz) chopped basil leaves, plus extra leaves to serve mascarpone cheese topping 350g (12½ oz) mascarpone 1 cup (80g/2¾ oz) finely grated parmesan, plus extra to serve 1 x 125g (4½ oz) fresh mozzarella, drained and sliced Method Heat a large deep ovenproof frying pan over medium–high heat. Add the oil and onion and cook for 5 minutes or until soft and golden. Add the garlic and beef and cook for 6 minutes, stirring, until the beef is well browned. Add the stock, tomatoes, oregano, salt and pepper and bring to the boil. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer for 35–40 minutes or until the mixture has reduced by roughly one-third. The mixture should still be quite saucy. Add the lasagne sheets, a few at a time, and gently stir to combine. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 minutes or until the pasta softens. Remove from the heat and stir through the basil. Preheat oven grill (broiler) to high. To make the mascarpone cheese topping, combine the mascarpone, parmesan and pepper. Top the lasagne with small spoonfuls of mascarpone mixture and mozzarella. Grill for 10–12 minutes or until the lasagne is golden and bubbly. Finish with extra basil and parmesan to serve. Serves 6 Cook’s note: If you have dried lasagne sheets, pop them into boiling water for 30 seconds or until pliable, drain and use as you would fresh sheets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Dubbed the “most ‘Coldplay’ Coldplay album,” Moon Music is the band’s 10th album, and potentially one of their final ones. Chris Martin has confirmed that there’s a concrete plan for two more albums after this, before the band shuts up shop. Estelle Clifford joined Jack Tame to give her thoughts on the band’s latest release. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Catherine Raynes: The Blue Hour, Unfiltered: My Incredible Decade in Formula 1 4:08
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe Blue Hour by Paula Hawkins An isolated Scottish island, accessible to the mainland only twelve hours a day. A famous (some might say infamous) artist whose notoriously unfaithful husband disappeared after visiting her twenty years ago. A present-day discovery that intimately connects three people and unveils a web of secrets and lies. Welcome to Eris: an island with only one house, one inhabitant, one way out. Unreachable from the Scottish mainland for twelve hours each day. Once home to Vanessa: A famous artist whose notoriously unfaithful husband disappeared twenty years ago. Now home to Grace: A solitary creature of the tides, content in her own isolation. But when a shocking discovery is made in an art gallery far away in London, a visitor comes calling. And the secrets of Eris threaten to emerge.... Unfiltered: My Incredible Decade in Formula 1 by Guenther Steiner Formula 1 sensation Guenther Steiner, author of the number one bestseller Surviving to Drive, takes readers into the heart of his ten years running Team Haas, packed with hilarious stories and unprecedented insight into the world of elite motorsport. Fasten your seatbelts as Formula 1's favourite underdog, Guenther Steiner, takes you on a wild ride through his ten years at Team Haas. From the first seeds of his idea to establish a new F1 team to the challenges of funding and building that team from the ground up, Guenther shares the real story of the origins of Team Haas, immerses readers in the high and lows of its first decade on the grid, and opens up about his departure from the team at the end of 2023. As Guenther recalls his proudest achievements and the many, many disasters he has faced, he takes readers behind the scenes, into the pit lanes and garages, and out on to the circuits of the world's greatest race tracks. We spend time with drivers, mechanics, executives, sponsors, commentators and fans, and take in many personal moments too, all the while grappling with the big challenges and small details that keep the wheels of a Formula 1 team turning. Told in his inimitable style, packed with hugely entertaining stories, outspoken opinions and unvarnished truths, this is Guenther at his very best – insightful, opinionated and completely unfiltered. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Mike Yardley: World Heritage and Wildlife in Sri Lanka 8:13
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like Liked"After savouring Sri Lanka’s western coast, the nation’s famed cultural triangle serves up a bevy of World Heritage ancient treasures in the heart of the island. Travelling with On the Go Tours, we farewelled the city buzz of Colombo and drove east for several hours to Dambulla, home to the spectacular Dambulla Rock Temple. Sri Lanka has a long history of the presence and practice of Buddhism and this sprawling cave complex is quite the treasure-chest. The Dambulla temple is not only one of the oldest sites for Buddhist monasticism, but it has served as a pilgrimage site for twenty-two centuries. The massive cave temple complex is unique in Southeast Asia because monks carved the caves out from rock, towering 160 metres above the surrounding plains. There’s more than 80 caves across the site, but the major attractions are spread over five caves which contain statues and paintings of Buddha and his life." Read Mike's full article here . LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Kate Hall: Stopping litter in New Zealand's oceans 7:57
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedOur oceans are filled with a variety of things: sea creatures, plants, algae, coral, rubbish. Some things belong there, and some don’t. Since ‘Litter Intelligence’ began back in 2018, citizen scientists have picked up, counted, and weighed over 621,000 individual pieces of litter from coastal survey areas across Aotearoa, more than 75% of which is plastic. Sustainable Coastlines has launched their ‘Trash Species of Aotearoa New Zealand’ campaign, and Kate ‘Ethically Kate’ Hall joined Jack Tame to discuss the most common species, and chat about the ways we can keep them from filling our oceans. Key Litter Species facts: Scollipop (lollipop sticks): 8,301 sticks recorded in Litter Intelligence coastal litter surveys. Lots near kids' playgrounds! Gutterfish is part of the construction waste family, which makes up more than 20% of the litter removed from Litter Intelligence coastal survey sites, by weight. Blue snackeral is from the food wrappers family, which Litter Intelligence data tells us has been collected a colossal 39,013 times. Pauarade features a plastic bottle top, one of the most common items collected in surveys we find an average of 18 for every 1,000m2 of coastline. Smoki (cigarette butts and filters) are the 8th most common trash species found in Litter Intelligence beach surveys, with the data reporting over 18,890 collected to date. For more information visit the Sustainable Coastlines site here . LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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On the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for 12 October 2024, culinary legend Donna Hay joins Jack to discuss what inspires her these days compared to ten years ago, and shares tips on cooking for a house full of hungry teenage boys. Jack examines the difficulty of learning a new language at middle age. Film reviewer Francesca Rudkin considers how small-budget kiwi film ‘A Mistake’ somehow landed A-List Hollywood star Elizabeth Banks. Elon Musk hosted his robo-event, complete with new products and designs. Tech expert Paul Stenhouse dishes on the new taxis, vans and... humanoids. And Kevin Milne and Jack celebrate how kiwi music legends Crowded House can sell out London's O2 arena, but still return to our smaller home-grown venues for their kiwi audiences. Get the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast every Saturday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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There are three reactions to the concept of “feeding your plants”: 1) Plants feed themselves through Photosynthesis (you don’t need to feed your plants!) 2) They’ll pick up elements in the soil that they need for growth and development, nobody feeds the plants in a native forest. 3) What’s scientifically needed for our gardens is a soil test that indicates which chemical elements are lacking in soil. This is about the Science of Fertilisers. This is the time of the year when soil temperatures are great for plant growth. Roots work over-time to extract minerals, dissolve them in water and transport them through the phloem bundles to the leaves of plants, where photosynthesis puts it all together and creates carbohydrates and chemicals that allow cell-elongation (growth). Plants use three main elements for bulk growth “food”: N itrogen, P hosphorous, and potassium ( K ), which are generally known as NPK (their chemical symbols). N is used to make the green stuff: leaves and chlorophyll (LAWNS, LETTUCE, SPINACH, HEDGES). P is good for root development and plant health (CARROTS, PARSNIPS, POTATOES, etc). K (potash) is for sex: flowers and fruits (TOMATOES, APPLES, STRAWBERRIES, FLOWERING PLANTS). Other elements needed for plant functioning are needed in much smaller quantities: Mg (Magnesium), S (Sulphur), Ca (Calcium), Cu (Copper), Fe (Iron), Zn (Zinc), Mn (Manganese), and a heap more of those minor “trace elements”. There are a few different types of fertilisers: 1) “General” Fertiliser – for general growth: usually something like N-P-K 7-3-6 or 12-4-13 (note how Phosphorus is usually less than the N and K). 2) Potato fertiliser: N-P-K 3-9-6, also good for carrots and parsnips. 3) Tomato or rose fertiliser - usually higher in potash (K): N-P-K 3-4-9. This helps to stimulate flower and fruit growth. Of course, you can always use the general fertiliser (which tends to be highest in Nitrogen) and simply add a few handfuls of Superphosphate (P) if you grow root crops, or handfuls of Sulphate of Potash (K) if you want to up the dose of K (potash) for flowers and fruit. Organic fertilisers usually have lower concentrations of elements, and they are often less prone to fertiliser run-off into water courses. Chicken poo (a “Natural” organic fertiliser) has a high content of Nitrogen which can burn plants – I would always send it through a cycle of composting before use. These are very general comments on how to use fertilisers; some plants require a bit more detailed knowledge or would benefit from changing fertiliser regimes in different times of the year (Cymbidium orchids have a green-growth phase to make leaves in spring and summer – followed by a flower bud initiation in autumn and flowering in winter). I use General fertiliser on my young tomatoes to get them growing up and create a strong climbing vine, before the flower buds are formed. Once they start flowering, I assist the plants with more potash to keep on making fruit – I just switch to a higher potash fertiliser such as Wet&Forget’s Seaweed Tea. Dog Pee fertiliser Most homeowners let their dogs use the backyard as their own personal toilet. Urine is very high in Nitrogen. Too much nitrogen will burn the grass and create yellow patches after sensational, dark green growth (a dog will usually come back to the same patch – territorial “marking”). The concentration of nitrogen in the dog’s urine depends on the type of dog, its sex, and what the animal eats. Larger dogs will pee more and cause more damage. Female dogs also tend to cause more damage than males because they squat and urinate in one concentrated patch whereas the males spray their urine over a larger area and in much smaller doses each time. Finally, diets high in protein can increase the concentration of nitrogen in the urine since protein breaks down to release nitrogen compounds. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Bob Campbell: Villa Maria Cellar Selection Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon 3:59
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedVilla Maria Cellar Selection Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon Why I chose it: This wine was selected by Gimblett Gravels’ winemakers as one of the top reds from 2022. A hearty red at a mouth-watering price. 2022 was an average vintage, but this is a well below average price Can be enjoyed now or stored in a cool place and enjoyed in 5 or 6 years time A versatile wine that appeals to a wide range of tastes What does it taste like? A fresh and fruity red with dark berry and plum flavours and a seasoning of spicy oak. Moderately intense. A delicious wine that makes me reach for a second glass. Why it’s a bargain: Punches well above its weight Where can you buy it? Whiskeyonline, Auckland $16.99 Vitis Cellars, Auckland $113.64 (12 bottles) Blackmarket.co.nz $113.94 Check your supermarket shelves What’s a good food match? Barbecued steak. Drink now or later? Now if you like bright, fresh and fruity flavours, in five years if you prefer more mellow and slightly savoury reds. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Paul Stenhouse: Elon Musk unveils taxis, vans, and humanoids at "We, Robot" event 4:54
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedElon Musk's “We, Robot” event saw taxis, vans, and humanoids Elon says it will be "the biggest product ever" calling them an “autonomous assistant, humanoid friend". He gave us a glimpse into a future. At the party robots danced, served cocktails, and chatted with guests with a voice that sounded like a human. It's cadence and tone were offputtingly normal. When an event attendee told Optimus he was doing a good job, the robot looked up in acknowledgement, then said “You wanna get a photo?” and made a peace sign with its hand. In a video they were watering plants, collecting packages, cleaning the kitchen after dinner, unloading groceries and unwinding with a board game with the family’s kids. The marketing materials said they're designed to take on the dangerous and boring tasks in your life. The lofty goal is to have them ready to sell by the end of 2025, with a price-tag of somewhere around USD$30,000. They unveiled a robocab with two seats, no steering wheel, and is controlled through a large touchscreen mounted on the dashboard. And then there's the robovan, which looks like a futuristic Airstream caravan who's worst enemy may be a speedbump. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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1 Tara Ward: Disclaimer, Sweetpea, The Restaurant That Makes Mistakes 5:27
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedDisclaimer When an intriguing novel appears at the bedside of a journalist whose career has been built on revealing transgressions, she is horrified to realise she's a key character in a long-buried story, one that exposes her darkest secret (Apple TV+). Sweetpea Rhiannon Lewis doesn't make much of an impression - people walk past her in the street without a second glance. That is until she is pushed over the edge and loses control, and Rhiannon's life transforms (Neon). The Restaurant That Makes Mistakes A second season of the local series about a group of volunteers with young onset dementia as they navigate the highs and lows of running a fine-dining restaurant under the guidance of renowned chef Ben Bayly (TVNZ+ from Monday 14 October). LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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