CBA: Recent Episodes

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CBA exists to communicate the essentials of the Christian Faith to those who have never understood.

CBA's 2024 CMAA entry for the Compelling Content Award - Podcast

RL Peter Harris Podcast Audio by CBA

Frank Ritchie's Pop Music Nativity by CBA

Frank Ritchie v Brenda Rockell by CBA

Best of Real Life with John Cowan 2019 by CBA

Easter 2023 Tash 9 - 12 by CBA

Easter 2023 Sam & Sela 3 - 6 by CBA

Easter 2023 Peter & Kaitlin 6 - 9am by CBA

Easter 2023 Frank And Jax 12 - 3 by CBA

Petra Bagust and Rev Josh Jones by CBA

Whostalk ZB - 2019 by CBA

Christmas Eve 2022 - 6pm - 12am by CBA

Christmas Day 2022 - 6am - 6pm by CBA

Johnny Cash Christmas Special by CBA

A lament for the devastation caused by Cyclone Gabrielle adapted from Every Moment Holy by Douglas Kaine McKelvey.This aired on 19th February 2023 as part of Sunday Sanctuary with Petra Bagust on Today FM.

Happy Fathers Day!

What Makes A Great Dad_Cold by CBA

Pickabob - the story of a busy dad and an invisible friend - as told by Sarah Diekema

Pickabob - Kiwi VO by CBA

Advice For Dad by CBA

Kiwi kids cheering on Emirates Team New Zealand

Bill & Pauline McLeod - Suicide in the farming community by CBA

Martin Bosley - Equipping prisoners at Rimutaka prison by CBA

Jesse & Cat O'Brien - Fostering for new life by CBA

Sam Chapman - Welcoming the outcast by CBA

Allen Little - Levin's Te Takere is more than a library by CBA

God Defend New Zealand by CBA

Petra Bagust - Christmas Caravan by CBA

Ian Grant shares the heart of Christmas.

Peter Bland talks about James K Baxter on Total Recall 16 Oct 2016.

Real Life - Al Brown reminisces about the butcher working when he was young.

Public Service Announcement encouraging Dad Jokes

Kiwi celebs talking about their mums. Judy Bailey, Michael Jones, Keith Quinn and Petra Bagust all share stories about their Mums.

A compilation of features and spots for Anzac Day 2016

A compilation of features and spots for Anzac Day 2016

A compilation of features and spots for Anzac Day 2016

A compilation of features and spots for Anzac Day 2016

A compilation of features and spots for Anzac Day 2016

A compilation of features and spots for Anzac Day 2016

A compilation of features and spots for Anzac Day 2016

A compilation of features and spots for Anzac Day 2016

A compilation of features and spots for Anzac Day 2016

A compilation of features and spots for Anzac Day 2016

A compilation of features and spots for Anzac Day 2016

A compilation of features and spots for Anzac Day 2016

A tribute to New Zealand cricketer Martin 'Marty' Crowe.

Full interview at http://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/real-life/interview-martin-crowe/

Twas the night before Christmas - the fair dinkum one...

This programme marks the 100 year anniversary since the spontaneous Christmas truce on the Western Front in WWI.

Being a proud Kiwi

Seeing joy in action

Feeding the homeless in a park

Finding irony in life

Savouring the good things of getting older

Seeing the same thing from a different perspective

Discussing the anti-aging process

Love of the English language

The intricacies of long haul travel

Irrational fears can cripple us

Being sex trafficked in Nepal

Fathers Day

Our ANZAC Centenary Tribute commemorated 100 years since the landing at Gallipoli on 25 April, 1915. Leighton Smith tells the tale of the build up to the war, New Zealand's role, and the lasting impact that the Gallipoli campaign has had upon our nation.

Our ANZAC Centenary Tribute commemorated 100 years since the landing at Gallipoli on 25 April, 1915. Leighton Smith tells the tale of the build up to the war, New Zealand's role, and the lasting impact that the Gallipoli campaign has had upon our nation.

Our ANZAC Centenary Tribute commemorated 100 years since the landing at Gallipoli on 25 April, 1915. Leighton Smith tells the tale of the build up to the war, New Zealand's role, and the lasting impact that the Gallipoli campaign has had upon our nation.

Our ANZAC Centenary Tribute commemorated 100 years since the landing at Gallipoli on 25 April, 1915. Leighton Smith tells the tale of the build up to the war, New Zealand's role, and the lasting impact that the Gallipoli campaign has had upon our nation.

Eden's having childhood flashbacks https://flic.kr/p/nZ5QM

Intense contrast of a day https://flic.kr/p/m3iGCx

Being part of the headline https://flic.kr/p/ayGksm

Acknowledging the human behind the disagreement https://flic.kr/p/id99CJ

Discussion about the failings of the Roastbusters issue https://flic.kr/p/7z3WDx

A sister's view on her disabled sister and dad https://flic.kr/p/4qc2Xe

You weren't made to fit in https://flic.kr/p/6uz7WM

Reparing Levi's heart https://flic.kr/p/hcrTPb

The behind the scenes story of OJ Simpson https://flic.kr/p/Ms4XV

How we view the medium of the internet https://flic.kr/p/99xKiL

Traffic lights in life https://flic.kr/p/9x45K2

Taking a moment to sit down and eat https://flic.kr/p/8JyMfw

A survival story from Africa https://flic.kr/p/8BQW7Q

Aggressive driving indicators https://flic.kr/p/4AQjyp

Recalling the awfulness of war https://flic.kr/p/6eRYqH

The horror of war https://flic.kr/p/88qRgD

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A humorous hospital experience https://flic.kr/p/nX49d

Living in a fast paced world https://flic.kr/p/4mccvc

A small gesture can go a long way https://flic.kr/p/dH31ry

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Honouring the sacrifices made by soldiers in war https://flic.kr/p/82gZBo

Forgiving your kids when they go off the rails https://flic.kr/p/66oFAf

Making life an Easter Egg hunt https://flic.kr/p/JZsC4

Worrying about trying to conform

Are you really successful?

Father's Day Tribute

Charlotte Dawson suicide

What Waitangi Day means

What Waitangi Day means

Challenging the presentation of women in magazines

Real Life Sample for NZ on Air

A humbling encounter at Grey Lynn Salvation Army - 4473 https://flic.kr/p/5K1kYB

Finding balance with an iPhone- 4476 https://flic.kr/p/8hg5Be

Stopping to enjoy the moment - 4475 https://flic.kr/p/eimHpZ

Responding to terrorism with love and self-sacrifice.

Making time for your spouse

A romantic adventure on the Whanganui River. 3948 www.flickr.com/photos/21513426@N00/109088036/in/photolist-dLXS5H-bH78hx-aD75d-aD73C-dM4qiS-7onU8s-7H5LZm-bucob7-dnrgwW-dnqS3V-dnDRGG-dnrukm-dnqTLX-dnqrzp-dnqVzi-dnqXKe-dnppy7-dnrt6P-dnybYA-dnx51K/player/

An hour of talkback radio from the very first Christmas day on Newstalk BC.

Surviving the storms of life - 2003

https://flic.kr/p/5Tw5hF

New Year's Eve resolutions - 4208

https://flic.kr/p/f3qN9k

Rediscovering the joy of childhood pastimes - 3869

https://flic.kr/p/6JRVRr

Mary's reflection

https://flic.kr/p/4di8NN

No vacancy at the inn

https://flic.kr/p/dDyazW

What is Christmas all about?

https://flic.kr/p/iyJ4s5

Christmas is about more than just presents - 2982

https://flic.kr/p/dF1sAR

Surviving on very little - 1467

https://flic.kr/p/4di8NN

Remembering the first church service in NZ with Samuel Marsden - 3812

http://www.odt.co.nz/opinion/opinion/290606/foundations-treaty-rooted-christianity

A reflection on the story of Christmas - 4199

https://flic.kr/p/dzh52V

5pm Christmas Day on Newstalk ZB

http://NewstalkBC.com

Remembering the fruit of forgiveness that Jesus gave the world - 3719

https://flic.kr/p/dvmgKU

Celebrities in unlikely places - 4198

https://flic.kr/p/vuwaJ

Celebrating 200 years of the gospel in NZ - 4424

http://www.odt.co.nz/opinion/opinion/290606/foundations-treaty-rooted-christianity

God being in the manger of our hearts - 3720

https://flic.kr/p/9434LV

Kids are hard work - 1988

https://flic.kr/p/izkrkc

Remembering a favourite Christmas - 4196

https://flic.kr/p/aUXwx6

Elephant and mouse/God and man analogy - 1944

https://flic.kr/p/oHkUb8

Wonder in the universe - 1628

https://flic.kr/p/8gQU1J

Being a super hero in day to day life - 3899

https://flic.kr/p/ecxdsd

Caring for others less when you are busy - 3775

https://flic.kr/p/dhJZaF

Overcoming fear of surgery - 3716

https://flic.kr/p/eyXUv

Challenging your teenagers with 11 principles for life - 3700

https://flic.kr/p/2UVmzu

Meeting people with shared interests on a cruise ship - 3763

https://flic.kr/p/eG2jqR

Finding the real things in life that matter - 4311

https://flic.kr/p/7hzfDv

Understanding what marriage truly is - 4380

https://flic.kr/p/oYyoAF

What does it mean to have real success? - 4390

https://flic.kr/p/bVH996

Living out the legacy of generations who have gone before you - 4386

https://flic.kr/p/2pbrTc

Considering the complexities of earth and its inhabitants - 4385

https://flic.kr/p/6fMSAX

Having to experience pain is important - 4374

https://flic.kr/p/7sZEn

Finding hope behind the speech - 4371

https://flic.kr/p/7xP7sV

Getting a second chance at life after a summons letter never arrived - 4321

https://flic.kr/p/7ofhPW

Kids don't care how much you weigh - 4345

https://flic.kr/p/dQzhBf

When is it "okay" to pray"? - 4357

https://flic.kr/p/4ohmf7

A fitting tribute to a life well-lived - 4068

https://flic.kr/p/H8B5

The healing recovery process of post-natal depression - 3756

https://flic.kr/p/vX9cw

Reeling from the effects of a stroke - 4368

https://flic.kr/p/6qa5ym

Speaking at a young leaders forum - 4332

https://flic.kr/p/9CXmHG

Making a start makes all the difference - 4335

https://flic.kr/p/7CHy6g

Rediscovering fun things to do in life - 4356

https://flic.kr/p/8uyVnx

Voxpop – Best wishes for Christchurch

Considering the tragic events New Zealand has faced recently in light of our national anthem

Voxpop – Best wishes from kids after the September quake in Christchurch

Kids cheering on the All Blacks in the RWC 2011

Kids cheering on the All Whites in the Soccer World Cup

Reflecting on those who lost loved ones in the quake

Kids cheering on the NZ Olympic team

Founder, Chairman and CEO of Master Media, on how Hollywood views Christians.

A young boy watches his Dad to learn how to live a good life

Kids telling their fathers how much they'll need them as they grow

The qualities we aspire to pass on

A father's dream for his son - that he would be a good man

There are many things Dads can't do. It's amazing they get through life at all!

Voxpop - Getting on with being a Dad

Kids preparing a Fathers’ Day breakfast for Dad

Four new Dads talking about what it’s like to be a Father – Sweet Child O’ Mine – Guns N’ Roses

There were a few men who gave time to a little boy, and it made all the difference

A Dad having a philosophical moment

I love it when my Dad...

Making pancakes for Mummy on Mothers’ Day

“In a world of darkness… ”

Hearing what it's like to become a mother for the first time

Raising a child with a disability is a bit like expecting to go to Italy and finding yourself in Holland - not terrible, just different.

Prayers before bedtime for a child’s mother

Prayers before bedtime from a mother and her daughter

Celebs wishing NZ mums a "Happy Mothers' Day"

The universal emotions of motherhood

A tribute to Mums on Mother’s Day

Thoughts of the parent of a child with cancer

A letter from a ‘rebellious’ son

A four year old contemplating his marital future - 4316

https://flic.kr/p/kqyfsR

The magic of film projectionists in days gone by - 4336

https://flic.kr/p/jQvssV

A WWII story of sacrifice, courage and love

Meeting an old war-time friend

An old soldier’s memory of ANZAC Day 1945

An old soldier’s memories of battles in the Pacific (1943)

Husband writes letter to wife during WWII

Wife writes letter to husband on the frontlines in WWII

The story of the original Easter adapted from The Kiwi Bible by Chris Grantham

Doubting Thomas encounters the risen Christ

Bringing life into relationships

Investigating the empty tomb, this Easter Sunday

This God Poem written by Mark Strom - voiced by Rob Harley

Attitude for overcoming adversity

A true story from the truth and reconciliation trials

The crucifixion of Jesus. These are used throughout the day on NewstalkZB's Good Friday programme produced by CBA

Children outline the biblical story

Irish blessing over Eva Cassidy's "Fields Of Gold"

Irish blessing over Loreena MnKennitt's "Two Trees"

May there always be work for your hands to do

Reflections on love and 1 Corinthians 13

Couples exchanging their wedding vows

Four-year-old boy reads 1 Corinthians 13

Kiwis living overseas wish us a happy Waitangi Day

Inspired by the Māori traditional introduction, the Mihi, which locates people's identity in their ancestry and the land they inhabit.

Our national anthem read as a poem by 5 different voices

Kids recounting the story of the Treaty of Waitangi

Voxpop – What song best describes New Zealand?

Happy Waitangi Day to the whole of New Zealand

These are used throughout the day on NewstalkZB's Christmas programme produced by CBA

The best Christmas story voiced by Judy Bailey

One extraordinary life that changed history

This episode, its God who’s going undercover!

Supporting widows within our community - 4006

https://flic.kr/p/7cx8RM

Advocating for rights of children - 4251

https://flic.kr/p/bPv2ZF

Miriama Kamo talks about her first TV job and shares her lesson on humility.

Miriama Kamo shares about how her career started and her first media job reporting on cricket.

Paul Potts talks about bullying and politics

Doctor Michael Carr-Gregg explains about the importance of sleep for teenagers.

Paul Potts shares about his personal experience with bullies.

Michael Carr Greg talks about the effects of cyberbullying on young people.

Opera singer Paul Potts shares about what he thinks it means to be succesful.

John and his grandson - 1225

Descriptive poem about Jesus' life

A look at the crazy Christmas story - 1235

Rob Harley talks about his experience reporting on the New York attacks - 1176

Battling with and coping with cancer - 1254

Taking time out for the important things - 1241

Making a difference - 1279

War on Afghanistan - 1250

Love Poem - 686

Do we want to go back to normal? - 1184

CBA montage for special days of the year

CBA montage for special days of the year

CBA montage for special days of the year

CBA montage for special days of the year

CBA montage for special days of the year

Being able to say sorry is powerful parenting tool - 2682

Kids of our nation are addicted to video games - 2667

How kindness snowballs - 2190

No matter how tough it gets being a dad, there are certain things a father should NEVER say!

https://flic.kr/p/nfP7Mm

Learning to love when first instinct is to despise - 2632

Emotions felt when taking sick son to hospital - 2627

Having a picture of the ideal father figure - 2646

The reality of loneliness - 2152

Take time to just sit and be still - 3998

https://flic.kr/p/b43sBr

Letting go of bitterness and resentment - 3755

https://flic.kr/p/7YqTQq

Awkward long man hugs - 4331

https://flic.kr/p/d9Wzem

Feeling apprehensive about speaking at an event for youth - 4322

https://flic.kr/p/6XWF3q

A startling contrast between a plane ride and a fight for freedom - 4289

https://flic.kr/p/fQoPgS

Long-haul flights with an uncomfortable problem

https://flic.kr/p/tr2K4

A dying dad plans a special ceremony

https://flic.kr/p/4VtDay

Being too gracious to start a war

https://flic.kr/p/ofjEzy

Dying on a bike

https://flic.kr/p/fniGFz

Not being afraid of what others might think of you

https://flic.kr/p/8DxqnA

Peace helps us rest in the busyness of life

https://flic.kr/p/jHQpuo

Transformation of a life through a goat https://flic.kr/p/4KxTZG

Greg Boyed Shares some of his experiences working with Duffy Books, a charity that puts books in schools that need them the most.

Lorraine Downes shares how faith has helped her through personal challenges and her partner's cancer battle.

Lorraine Downes explains that her job as a fashion consultant is more about helping people find what makes them feel special rather than choosing clothes that only make them "look" nice.

Erwin McManus describes how religion can actually push people away from spirituality and a deep understanding of what it means to be human.

Two sisters decide to cook mum some pancakes for Mothers' Day

In a world of darkness... where sleep is a distant dream... children turn to one woman... for safety...

Honour teachers work

Our outlook on life determines a lot about how we experience it

Frightening fashion trends in a mall

You know that song that really moved you?

Being grateful for what you have

Viewing song lyrics in a new way

Jacqueline Lockington & Natalie Cutler-Welsh talk to John Cowan about attachment challenges between parents and children.

http://IfOnlyTheyToldMe.com

New Zealand MP Maggie Barry tells John about her mum's long journey with dementia and what it taught Maggie about life.

Tune in to Real Life this Sunday night from 7:30pm on Newstalk ZB.

Jacqueline Lockington & Natalie Cutler-Welsh share a tip for when the stresses of parenting overwhelm your relationship with your partner.

http://IfOnlyTheyToldMe.com

Comedian and host of 7DAYS, Jeremy Corbett tells John about his personal views on faith.

Tune in to catch Real Life with John Cowan from 7:30pm Sunday on Newstalk ZB.

Comedian and host of 7DAYS, Jeremy Corbett tells John about his experience of fatherhood.

Tune in to catch Real Life with John Cowan from 7:30pm Sunday on Newstalk ZB.

Host of TVNZ's Seven Sharp, Toni Street talks to John about the layers of tragedy that she and her family have endured.

Catch Real Life this Sunday night from 7:30 on Newstalk ZB.

Host of TVNZ's Seven Sharp, Toni Street talks to John about how she navigates the feedback she receives in such a public role.

Catch Real Life this Sunday night from 7:30 on Newstalk ZB.

Host of TVNZ's Seven Sharp, Toni Street tells John about coping with the harsh criticism she's encountered in such public roles.

Catch Real Life this Sunday night from 7:30 on Newstalk ZB.