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Mōrena e hoa mā! E whai ake nei, coming up on the show this morning: a kōrero with the creator of Tora Bombora festival, Ready Steady Learn, Short Player with Sheep Dog & Wolf, and a chance to win their new record on wax! Whakarongo mai nei.
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Ata mārie e te whānau! It's a new week and the girls have a great show for you lined up. E whai ake nei, coming up on the show this morning: Whakataukī o Tēnei Wiki with Arini Loader, This Is How We Brew It with special guests Sam and Tomas, Loose Reads with Nate, prizes, tunes, chats and more! Whakarongo mai nei!
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Happy Friday e te whānau! E whai ake nei, coming up on the show today: Travelling Tunes with Dr Kirsten Zemke, Isthmus'n That with Deputy Mayor Desley Simpson and From The Crate with Cam from Southbound. Plus plenty of tunes, chats and prizes! Whakarongo mai nei.
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Mōrena! It's freezing outside but Rosetta and Milly are here to warm you up with plenty of great tunes, plus Natural Ange is up in the studio, and the girls have heaps of prizes! Whakarongo mai nei.
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Ata mārie! Rosetta and Milly have your chilly morning covered with: What's Up with the Labour Party's Carmel Sepuloni, a kōrero with Anthonie Tonnon about his upcoming Cinematographer tour and new single, HALFQUEEN phones in to talk about fundraising to get to Berlin, as well as plenty more chats, tunes, and prizes! Whakarongo mai nei.
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Ata mārie e te whānau! E whai ake nei, coming up on your Tuesday Breakfast with Rosetta and Milly; Political Commentary with Lara Greaves, Short Player with HINA, plus plenty of prizes, good tunes, and more! Whakarongo mai nei.
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Ata mārie e te whānau! Rosetta is back and the girls are reunited at last, in the new Karangahape studio no less! E whai ake nei, coming up on the show today: Whakataukī o Tēnei Wiki with Arini Loader, This Is How We Brew It with Charlie, and Loose Reads with Jenna. Plus prizes, tunes, chats, and more! Whakarongo mai nei!
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Milly is in the studio for a great Rātu morning for you! Lots of great tunes, Tuesday vents about our pet peeves, Political Commentary with Lara Greaves, and Ready, Steady, Learn with Professor Toni Bruce. Whakarongo mai nei!
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Good morning! Rosetta is on leave this week, but Milly has your back. On the show this morning: This Is How We Brew It with Charlie, and Loose Reads with Jenna! Whakarongo mai nei!
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Ata mārie! Poor Milly is off sick, but Rosetta has a busy show for you lined up. E whai ake nei: Travelling Tunes with Dr Kirsten Zemke, Parakuihi Pals with RDU, and From The Crate with Cam from Southbound! Plus prizes and plenty of music! Whakarongo mai nei.
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Ata mārie! E whai ake nei, coming up on the show today: Fashun with Penelope Noir, Isthmus'n That with Desley Simpson, and plenty of tunes, chats, prizes, and more. Whakarongo mai nei!
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Milly is in the drivers seat today, as poor Rosetta is under the weather. Plenty of music, lots of talk about whistling, and a special chat with Lydia Jenkin, producer for the APRA Silver Scroll Awards | Kaitito Kaiaka.
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Mōrena! E whai ake nei, coming up on your Tuesday Breakfast show with Rosetta and Milly: Political Commentary with Lara Greaves, Ready Steady Learn with Litong Chen, Short Player, Prizes, and more! Whakarongo mai nei!
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Ata mārie e te whānau! E whai ake nei, coming up on the show this morning: Whakataukī o Tēnei Wiki with Arini Loader, This Is How We Brew It with Charlie, and Loose Reads with Jenna! Whakarongo mai nei!
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Ata mārie! E whai ake nei, coming up on the show today: Travelling Tunes with Dr Kirsten Zemke, This Is How We Brew It with Charlie, From The Crate with Cam from Southbound, prizes, and more! Whakrongo mai nei!
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Mōrena e te whānau! E whai ake nei, coming up on the show: What's Up with Minister Mark Mitchell, Milly's kōrero with Julien Pratt from Show Me The Body, and What's The Buzz with Phil. Whakarongo mai nei!
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It's Rosetta and Milly's ONE YEAR OF BREAKFAST ANNIVERSARY <3
To celebrate, they're going back to back choosing favourite songs from a year of radio. Plus Political Commentary with Lara, and Ready Steady Learn thanks to UoA. Whakarongo mai nei!
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Ata mārie! E whai ake nei: Whakataukī o Tēnei Wiki with Arini Loader, and Loose Reads with Nate! Plus heaps of tunes, prizes, yarns and more. Whakarongo mai nei!
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It's Rosetta and Milly's last ever Brekkie show in the old studio!! E whai ake nei, coming up on the show: Fashun with Penelope Noir, Isthmus'n That with Desley Simpson, lots of prizes, tunes, and more! Whakarongo mai nei!
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On Fashun, Penelope Noir speaks to Richie Boyens about his work on Ratbags. Barnie Duncan and Trygve Wakenshaw are in the studio to chat about the return season of Different Party, the show that won the Fred award in the most recent Comedy Festival. On Loose Reads, Jenna and Suri come in and Suri reviews Performance from David Coventry. Andy Neill is in the studio to chat about his book When We Was Fab, about the 60th anniversary of the Beatles’ only visit to Aotearoa in late June 1964.
We come to you live from Bestie Cafe in St Kevin's Arcade, mere metres from Karangahape Road's roadside for one big party sending Rachel off. With performances from the incredible cc.tv and Jim Nothing, the final installment of Hobby Goblins and a round of arcade Second Guessing. Whakarongo mai nei!
Dr Lara Greaves gives us some Political Commentary about allegations about misuse of private data by Te Pati Maori, and the PM's performance post Budget announcement. Lucinda Bennett chats comfort kai on Breakfast Food. Wiri Donna is chatting about her new single The Gold which is out in the world tomorrow with a new video, and we’re getting an early spin. VIËW and MĀ are chatting about their new track with Mike Tea called Stop It. We recap your Top Ten. Whakarongo mai nei!
On What's Up with Nicola Willis, Rachel speaks to the Deputy Leader of the National Party about the recent Budget, the Chinese premier Li Qiang’s visit to Aotearoa, and the Fast Track Approval Bill’s potential financial implications for infrastructure. On The Mind Trench, Rob talks about Darwin and animal consciousness. We have a special one-off Word Salad with Amelia D'Screte, who discusses the phrase 'the cat's pyjamas'. Salene is in bearing chocolate cake on A Room Of One's Own. Whakarongo mai nei!
Zac throws a massive spanner in the works of the Second Guessing competition, successfully guessing just half a second of a track! Hope from Death and the Maiden chats about their new record Uneven Ground. Jodie Rimmer is on Stage Direction to talk about the world premier of Nicola Cheeseman is Back, the show that challenges the way women are valued and regarded as they age. Jess Hutchings is on Ready Steady Learn to talk about her research into the contribution of community pharmacists in supporting to achieve Pacific heart health equity in Aotearoa. Whakarongo mai nei!
We ease into the week, with Penelope Noir chatting about Naomi Campbell on Fashun and Jenna reviewing Hard by the Cloud House from Peter Walker on Loose Reads. Whakarongo mai nei!
The excellent Amelia Berry takes care of Travelling Tunes in Dr Kirsten Zemke's absence, talking about twee (and setting the record straight). Earth Tongue have a chat about their new record Great Haunting, out today. Litia is in for Viewmaster, reviewing Feud: Capote vs. The Swans, the new show from Ryan Murphy. Angie McMahon talks to Rachel about her New Zealand show tomorrow night at the Powerstation, as part of the Making It Through Tour. Whakarongo mai nei!
Marc Daalder gives us some Political Commentary on the government's walking back of promised cancer drug funding, and agriculture being left out of ETS. We announce the Breakfast Club lineup. Jim chats garlic on Greening Out. Whakarongo mai nei!
Second Guessing continues to heat up, and after a few calls Justin takes out the win! On Isthmus'n That with Desley Simpson, Rachel speaks to the Deputy Mayor about train disruptions across the city and council funding for initiatives to prevent youth crime. Aunty Rae is in the studio to chat about her new single Stop Calling Me which also has a new video. Ready Steady Learn is with Dr Karamia Müller who chats about her work with a team of Māori and Pacific researchers to address housing supply, quality and affordability. Whakarongo mai nei!
Welcome back to Brekky for another week! Suri's in the studio for Loose Reads to review the new Patricia Grace compilation of short stories, Bird Child and Other Stories. Whakarongo mai nei!
Lots on the show today! Rosetta is producing while Stella is off having an Aussie holiday, we've got Travelling Tunes with Dr Kirsten Zemke, Phoebe from Revulva phones in to chat about their new single 'Bush Bash', and Diaz Grimm comes up to the studio to chat about his new album 'Māui and the Sin'! Also - a couple of big announcements about the future of The Wine Cellar + Whammy, and our beloved host Rachel is hanging up her headphones after 5 years in the hot seat! All these feels, plus prizes and great tunes. Whakarongo mai nei!
This week for Political Commentary Max Harris speaks to Rachel about the fallout of the Government's budget and the rise of protest action across Aotearoa. Lucinda Bennet provides the remedy for the winter chills as she discusses broth on Breakfast Food. And, Eli Superflyy joins the show to talk about his forthcoming album 'MOTOR' and his latest single 'Happy'. Whakarongo mai nei!
Eli Superflyy joins Breakfast to chat about his forthcoming album 'MOTOR' and his latest single 'Happy'. He also delves into the back story of the car he is giving away to one luck fan!
On What's Up with Marama Davidson, Rachel speaks to the co-leader of the Green Party about the recent Budget, the subsequent action day and the government's position on the situation in Rafah. The Bard of Bollix is in to guide us through The Mind Trench, and gifts us a cursed mash up. Liam K Swiggs chats about the 2024 Big Fresh Collective’s Footmahi and the his single, Skate Park featuring Young Ghost. Salene helps you out with your whack rental situations on A Room Of One's Own. Whakarongo mai nei!
We announce a delightful second tier of the Second Guessing prize, and Maria takes the win on today's level! Tessa from Mystery Waitress chats about their new single, Nightbug, out on Flying Nun. For Stage Direction, one of the presenters of The Gaza Dialogues, Rand Hazou, chats about the five-night mini-cultural festival fostering engagement with Palestine that begins tonight. Kendra Cox from the School of Counselling, Human Services and Social Work is on Ready Steady Learn in to discuss her masters research, a critical kaupapa Māori analysis of the pre-WWII child care and protection system. Whakarongo mai nei!
We share the behind the scenes goss from the Aotearoa Music Awards last night! Listen back for chats with winners and nominees across the evening's celebration. Dr Kirsten Zemke chats about the lap steel on Travelling Tunes. Whakarongo mai nei!
Rob Bollix chats about aardwolves and lungless frogs on The Mind Trench. Semisi from Marlin’s Dreaming is in the studio to chat about the band’s new single with Erny Belle, Earnestly, out today with a music video to go along with it. Justine helps the listeners navigate employment and union questions on Red Dead Redemption. Whakarongo mai nei!
Michelle takes out Second Guessing, catching a Dimmer track! Tender Moonlight dials in in to chat about his single release party this Friday 31st May at Whammy Bar w/ Baby Zionov, Magic Factory, Moppy and Roy Irwin. Stage Direction is with Vincent Andrew-Scammell, chat about how Bull Rush, the newest improv group in residency at Basement’s Friday night is going. On Ready Steady Learn, Senior Lecturer in the School of Biology Kristal Cain chats about how the Titipounamu is changing what we thought we knew about bird evolution. Whakarongo mai nei!
Penelope Noir chats about the history of umbrellas. Rohan Evans from Wine Cellar is in the studio chatting about the 20 year anniversary of the venue and the week of gigs to celebrate, starting this week. Jenna’s in to review All Fours from Miranda July on Loose Reads. HOMINID (Benny Jennings) from Te Whanganui a Tara is chatting about his new project INTROVERT/EXTROVERT. Whakarongo mai nei!
Dr Kirsten Zemke takes us through some old school Aotearoa hip hop on Travelling Tunes. Ringlets are in the studio talking about JUNK FEST and their new single. Our Viewmaster Litia Tuiburelevu reviews season two of Heartbreak High. Lilly Carron is in to talk about her EP, And The Clouds Came Undone, out today, as well as her performance this evening to celebrate on Drive Live. We share the final episodes of Industry Rider with The Beths, Lee Whall (Phys Ed Religious), and D.C. Maxwell. Whakarongo mai nei!
Max Harris helps us wade through the political goings-on of the nation on Political Commentary. Lucinda Bennett gives inner city food recommendations on Breakfast Food. D.C. Maxwell is in the studio chatting about his NZMM cover of the Skeptics track, Agitator, and what he’s up to before he heads to Naarm. The Hobby Goblins arrive for judgement day on their rave puppets. Billy T nominee Advait Kirtikar is in to talk about his Comedy Festival show, New Show Who Dis. Industry Rider today is with AJA and Louisa Nicklin. We recap your Top Ten. Whakarongo mai nei!
On What's Up with Nicola Willis, the Deputy Leader of the National Party speaks to Rachel about the Pre-Budget Speech and MP David MacLeod being stood down. Alec is in the studio to talk about his recent signing to Sunreturn and his new single. Valere is chatting about her latest EP, Gold Dust. Industry Rider continues, with chats from Matthew Crawley and Geneva AM today. Whakarongo mai nei!
Ronsad takes out the NZMM Second Guessing win! On Isthmus'n That, Rachel speaks to Deputy Mayor Desley Simpson about overnight flooding, parking payment changes in the central city and the Auckland Long Term Plan. Romi Wrights is chatting about an upcoming performance at Auckland Live's "Kick Back in a Beanbag and Lean into the Weekend" lunchtime gig series on Friday, May 24th at The Civic. Lana Walters is in for Stage Direction, talking about her Comedy Festival show Don't Lick That. On Ready Steady Learn, senior marketing lecturer Shahper Richter talks us through her research on the Metaverse. Industry Rider (an NZMM special) continues, with chats from Anthony Metcalf and Gussie Larkin. Whakarongo mai nei!
We kick off 100% New Zealand Music Week here on the b! The most wonderful week of the year. We also launch Industry Rider, a segment for NZMM 2024 where Stella speaks to promoters, musicians and makers in Aotearoa what they need on their list to fulfil this year's theme (amplifying Aotearoa). Listen to chats from Half Queen and Swallow The Rat. Pennie chats trench coats on Fashun. Dame Hinewehi Mohi speaks to Rachel about her induction into the Recorded Music NZ 2024 NZ Music Hall of Fame. Suri reviews James from Percival Everett on Loose Reads. Finn Johansson is in the studio to chat about the release of his single with Ny Oh, We Still Got It which came out on Friday with a music video. Whakarongo mai nei!
Stella is away so Evie is filling in as producer. Dr Kirsten Zemke chats working class anthems on Travelling Tunes. Taite Music Prize winner Vera Ellen dials in to chat about her brand new EP, heartbreak for jetlag, out today! Viewmaster Litia Tuiburelevu reviews Motherhood, an anthology streaming on TVNZ+. Goodnight My Darling dials in to chat about her brand new single, Ruby. Whakarongo mai nei!
Stella is away today so Rosetta's filling in as producer, Rachel chats to Marc Daalder about ministries firing employees and rehiring them as consultants and what's going on with Transpower for Political Commentary, we also chat to Pati AF about her new multi-media concert experience Ka'a, plus news, weather, surf, prizes and plenty of tunes! Whakarongo mai nei!
On What's Up with Chris Hipkins, Rachel speaks to the leader of the opposition about the proposed repeal of Oranga Tamariki Act 77a, ministries hiring consultants after public sector cuts and the Labour Party's position on Aotearoa potentially joining Pillar Two of AUKUS. The Bard of Bollix chats parrots on The Mind Trench. Boh Runga is in the studio for a conversation about Synthony Pride. Spycc of SWIDT chats about SWIDT Music Month. Whakarongo mai nei!
Hamish guesses an Amamelia track on Second Guessing. James of Carb on Carb chats about their upcoming album coming out on Friday and their show to celebrate on the same evening. Tom Sainsbury and Johanna Cosgrove are on Stage Direction talking about their respective Comedy Festival shows. Kelsey Miller, doctoral candidate from the school of biology is on Ready Steady Learn explaining her work on kina barrens. Whakarongo mai nei!
Pennie chats about rag and bone men on Fashun (brought to you by Re:Circle). Troy Kingi is dialling in to talk about his recent documentary on TVNZ+, Troy Kingi’s Desert Hikoi. Abby gives us the lowdown on shortlisted novels for the Ockham fiction category on Loose Reads. C. Zukey is in the studio talking about his debut record, Stone Fruut. Whakarongo mai nei!
Dr Kirsten Zemke chats psychobilly tracks on Travelling Tunes. Julien Dyne from Half Hexagon is chatting about The Method, the new track with an accompanying video. Viewmaster Litia reviews a new film out of Aotearoa, The Moon Is Upside Down. Holly Arrowsmith chats about Neon Bright, the second single from her forthcoming album. Whakarongo mai nei!
Max Harris gives us some Political Commentary about the nation. Lucinda Bennett chats banoffee pie on Breakfast Food. Geneva AM is in the studio to chat about her new single Pikipiki and the launch for the track this weekend. Natural Ange answers your holistic health queries. We recap your Top Ten. Whakarongo mai nei!
On What's Up with Marama Davidson, Rachel speaks to the co-leader of the Green Party about recent polling, AUKUS discussions, and goings on in the education sector. The Bard of Bollix chats orangutans and Roman dodecahedrons on The Mind Trench. We listen to a conversation with Blonde Redhead about their upcoming show in Aotearoa. Joseph Harper of the What Now team is dialling in to chat about Lil Gigs,the segment with wonderful Aotearoa musicians performing in kids spaces for New Zealand Music Month. Justine Sachs helps the listeners wade through employment relations and union queries on Red Dead Redemption. Whakarongo mai nei!
Dim makes a return to Second Guessing, taking out this week's win. On Isthmus'n That with Desley Simpson, Rachel speaks to the Deputy Mayor about Watercare's separation from Auckland Council and reduction of public bins around the city. Anna Coddington is in the studio to have a korero about her new single Kātuarehe from her forthcoming album, out in June. Robbie Nicol and Rhiannon McCall are on Stage Direction to talk about their respective Comedy Festival shows. On Ready Steady Learn, Kate Kersey from the School of Population Health is in to talk about her research into alcohol consumption demographics. Whakarongo mai nei!
Pennie chats 19th century recycling on Fashun. Tom Lark is in the studio to talk about his new single Dumb Luck and his show this week before he heads off to the UK. On Loose Reads, Suri reviews two of the shortlisted poetry collections for the Ockham Awards. We listen to a chat from Rosetta had with Charlotte Day Wilson about her new record, Cyan Blue. Whakarongo mai nei!
Happy New Zealand Music T Shirt Day! On Travelling Tunes Dr Kirsten Zemke chats about cursive singing. Amiria Grenell speaks to Rachel about her release show this Sunday May 5 at Frieda Margolis for her new album, The Winter Light. Viewmaster Litia reviews the new Netflix series, Baby Reindeer. Lily and Beth of Sure Boy are chatting about their show this evening at The Wine Cellar, as part of the Testing If You Like This Tour. Whakarongo mai nei!
Dr Lara Greaves gives us some Political Commentary on the rolling of two ministers, recent polls and a potential payrise for MPs. On Breakfast Food, Lucinda chats fermenting- including kombucha, and how to avoid botulism. Excellent. Louisa Nicklin chats about her new single, Thick, which is from her forthcoming album. The Hobby Goblins fill the world with song via their dinosaur themed vegetable (or fruit...) instruments. Damien Owen from Music Helps reminds us about NZ music t shirt day- which is tomorrow!
The Bard of Bollix takes us through The Mind Trench, chatting space rulers and mystery blobs. Marlon Williams dials in to chat about his recent multiple nominations in the Aotearoa Music Awards. Sara Wiseman is in the studio to chat about The Effect, the play from Lucy Prebble. Salene gives advice for your renting woes on A Room Of One's Own. Happy first day of New Zealand Music Month!
The Beths chat about their nominations in the Aotearoa Music Awards and their performances at Coachella. Courtney Dawson is on Stage Direction to chat about her Comedy Festival show Dreams are Free. Emmy Rākete is in for Ready Steady Learn to talk about her work regarding the Three Strikes law and People Against Prisons Aotearoa. Whakarongo mai nei!
Rosetta from Psycho Gab is in the studio to chat about the band’s new track Gabben. On Fashun Pennie brings you a recap of the Taite Prize looks from the Penelope Noir Black Carpet. Big Sur are in the studio to chat about their new single and the Fancy New Band showcase this Friday at The Tuning Fork. Jenna reviews Amma from Saraid de Silva on Loose Reads. The team from Night Waffles are in to chat about Larybinth. Whakarongo mai nei!
We bring you all the behind the scenes coverage from the Taite Prize 2024, including chats with nominees and winners across all categories! Dr Kirsten Zemke chats about speedy rappers on Travelling Tunes, brought to you by Drake Street Studios. Whakarongo mai nei!
Mо̄rena! Sofia and Joel have got your morning sorted this ANZAC Day. A chill start, with lots of kiwi artists, before ramping it up with some EDM/house. Whakarongo tonu mai!
Welcome back to another week on the b! Penelope Noir gives us a history of Kate Sylvester's legacy in Aotearoa on Fashun. On Loose Reads, Suri reviews Wandering Stars from Tommy Orange. Whakarongo mai nei!
Marc Daalder gives us some Political Commentary about the Resource Management Amendment Bill, Warner Brothers/ Stuff deal and the Wellington tunnel plan. Lucinda Bennett chats about feijoas on Breakfast Food. On Greening Out Jim chats about why autumn gives us so many colours! Beth Torrance speaks to Rachel about her new single Tiny Flowers, out via Particle Recordings. Whakarongo mai nei!
We check in with the leader of the opposition on What's Up, where Rachel speaks to Chris Hipkins about public sector job cuts, media sector challenges and closure of Newshub and the government's first Resource Management Amendment Bill. On The Mind Trench Rob Bollix chats about things animals (frogs and worms, specifically) can do, that humans can't. Turns out, it's heaps. Martin, James and Nicola from REPAIRS are in the studio to chat about their new album, Disappointing Sequel. Justine helps with your union and employment queries on Red Dead Redemption. Whakarongo mai nei!
Alex guesses a Nina Simone track with one hit of one second on Second Guessing. Liam Hoff from Night Lunch is dialling in to chat about their new single, 1 Million Pines. Stage Direction is with Ana Scotney (creator and performer) talking about ScatterGun: After the Death of Rūaumoko, a solo show from Silo Theatre. Robin Laven from the Auckland Bioengineering Institute is on Ready Steady Learn to talking about his research into breast cancer. Whakarongo mai nei!
Dan and Jordan of Khaki Department from Te Papaioea are dialling in to chat about their new single Boogie Boarding. On Loose Reads Jenna’s in the studio to talk about Vladivostok Circus, a new novel from Elisa Shua Dusapin. Whakarongo mai nei!
Dr Kirsten Zemke takes us on a trip to Ibiza on Travelling Tunes. Our Viewmaster Litia Tuiburelevu reviews Testify, streaming on TVNZ+. Cameron Cairnes, one of the directors of Late Night With the Devil is dialling in from Australia to talk about the film starring David Dastmalchian, which explores the satanic panic of the 70s through the format of a late night talk show. Whakarongo mai nei!
Max Harris gives us some Political Commentary about cuts to the public sector and disability funding, Winston Peters’ speech to the UN about Gaza, and popularity of the PM. On Breakfast Food, Lucinda Bennett chats tinned fish. The Hobby Goblins are back to show us their Tom Cruise marble runs and Natural Ange is in the studio to give holistic health advice. We recap your Top Ten. Whakarongo mai nei!
On What's Up with Marama Davidson, the co-leader of the Green Party speaks with Rachel about the fast track consents bill, public sector cuts by the government and Winston Peters' speech to the UN about Gaza. Rob Bollix takes us through The Mind Trench, discussing bacteria-created-faux-leather-shoes. Yes. Dbldbl is in the studio to talk about their new track Fakey featuring Randa and out via Sunreturn today. Human Resource chats about his new EP, The Slouch. Salene is back for A Room Of One's Own to help you wade through the renting landscape. Whakarongo mai nei!
On What's Up with Nicola Willis, the Deputy Leader of National speaks with Rachel about the party's tax and housing policies, as well as David Seymour's comments around confidence-only government set up. Rob Bollix discusses eye movements on The Mind Trench- there's more to them than you might think. Mike from Skilaa is in the studio to talk about the band’s new single Money, featuring Guilty Simpson and their show with Tooms at The Wine Cellar tomorrow night. Steve Reay from Vor Stellen is in the studio to talk about their album release show this Friday with Guardian Singles and Ducklingmonster, as well as their new track, Gronland from their debut album Parallelograms.Savina from Big Fan chats about the launch of Big Fan Live, the programme where they cover venue costs with all ticket sales going to acts and organisers. Whakarongo mai nei!
Alex takes out a Second Guessing win, correctly guessing the Cocteau Twins' track Heaven or Las Vegas. On Isthmus'n That with Desley Simpson, the Deputy Mayor speaks to Rachel about council consultation being open for Aucklanders to have their say on the cost sharing agreement between central and local government for storm recovery, councillors hearing this week that the Auckland Council climate plan is not tracking to halve its emissions by 2030 and weather forecasting for a dry summer in Auckland. Leea Lamatoa from Girls Rock Aotearoa is in the studio to talk about the launch of the To The Front programme in Auckland. On Stage Direction with Alice Canton, Jared Blakiston is in the studio to talk about Auckland Theatre Company’s Switzerland, a fast-paced psychological thriller. Jack Roberston, a PhD candidate at the School of Engineering is in the studio for Ready Steady Learn, to talk about his project investigating medicinal cannabis waste, and how to find a circular solution. Whakarongo mai nei!
Welcome back to another week of Breakfast! Penelope Noir brings us some necklace Fashun- large statement pieces from celebrities. Babe Martin is in the studio to talk about The Versoix - EP. Jenna reviews Adventures with Emilie: Taking on Te Araroa trail in 138 life-changing dayson Loose Reads. Whakarongo mai nei!
We consume our morning snacks at the SRN Breakfast Buffet with Jordan at Radio Control (via the magic of radio). Dr Kirsten Zemke is in the studio for Travelling Tunes, talking about peace songs. Raiden Freeman and Power Nap are in the studio talking about their show coming up tomorrow night to celebrate the release of Raiden Freeman’s record Deep Farm 2. Ali Burns is our Viewmaster, reviewing the new season of Rose Matafeo’s show Starstruck. Repulsive Woman dials in from Manchester in to talk about her new EP, The Even Hand. Whakarongo mai nei!
Marc Daalder gives us some Political Commentary about National's tax policy, Labour's dental care policy and the disruptions from Freedoms New Zealand at campaign launches. Lucinda Bennett talks kai on Breakfast Food, specifically some good old diner fare. Ōtepoti's Neive Strang has a chat about her new single Could I Reset, produced by Sean Connelly (SJD). The Hobby Goblins are back in the building displaying their four dimensional portraits of one another and reflecting on the goblin journey. We recap your Top Ten. Whakarongo mai nei!
On What’s Up with Chris Hipkins, the Prime Minister speaks to Rachel about Labour’s free dental care policy for under 30s, their recent announcements around the cost of living plan and the tone of the election season. Rob Bollix chats solar system stuff on The Mind Trench. deepState chats about her new album, Dreams and the release party on 15th September. Red Dead Redemption with Justine Sachs is back, and she gives us some sage advice about dress codes, contract bits and bobs, and deadlines from yesterday. Whakarongo mai nei!
A quick round of Second Guessing and a team effort sees refried beans hit the shopping cart to head to the Auckland City Mission. On Isthmus’n That with Desley Simpson the Deputy Mayor of Tāmaki Makaurau speaks to Rachel about the confirmed sale of airport shares and regional fuel tax. On Stage Direction with Alice Canton, Aman Bajaj and Bala Murali Shingade are in the studio to chat about Boom Shankar, the ‘explosive bromantic comedy’ they wrote and are now performing as a part of Q Theatre’s Matchbox season. PhD student Robyn Sullivan from the department of exercise sciences is on Ready Steady Learn, telling us about her research into soccer players taking penalties, and how different individuals respond to the pressure. Whakarongo mai nei!
The lovely Ali hangs out with Rachel, and they bring you a lovely Monday show to ease into your week. Mads Harrop chats about her new single Harmonise, which she released on Friday last week. Suri reviews Kairos from Jenny Erpenbeck on Loose Reads. Whakarongo mai nei!
We travel through the SRN portal to dine at the Breakfast Buffet with RDU’s Liam. Brooke Singer, frontwoman of French For Rabbits is in the studio to play us a track and chat about the four-centre tour on 8 September. Joel Armstrong is our Viewmaster, reviewing Mask Girl. We play you the five finalists for the Silver Scrolls across the show. Whakarongo mai nei!
Louise Delany, Senior Lecturer in the Department of Public Health at the University of Otago and member of Tax Justice Aotearoa New Zealand gives us some Political Commentary about National's proposed tax policy. We talk about noodles on Breakfast Food with Lucinda Bennett. Rachel speaks to Proteins of Magic about her new single Flesh It Out, which is out in the world today. And Greening Out with Jim is back, to help you prepare your garden for spring. We recap your Top Ten. Whakarongo mai nei!
On What's Up with Marama Davidson, Rachel speaks with the co-leader of the Green Party about the party's climate safe communities policy, their promise of $750m fund for flooding protection and recent polling. The Bard of Bollix shares more snack ideas (consumer beware), gives us a new poem and chats cryptoid hunting on The Mind Trench. Sam Flynn Scott and Luke Buda from the Phoenix Foundation talk about the announcement of the 20 year anniversary tour for Horse Power,kicking off in November, as well as the celebratory issuing of the album on vinyl. We do a deepdive on rules and regulations about political party hoardings on rentals with Salene on A Room Of One's Own. Whakarongo mai nei!
Stella mans the Brekky ship. On Isthmus'n That with Desley Simpson, the Deputy Mayor Tāmaki Makaurau discusses the council governing body approving $2 billion recovery package to improve Auckland’s storm resilience and co-fund buyouts and New Zealand Fashion Week events in Auckland. Michael Hockey is in the studio for Stage Direction, chatting about his one-off return showing of To Be Frank at Basement Theatre to help him and the team take it to Naarm for the Melbourne Fringe Festival. Ready Steady Learn is with Sahan Jayatissa, a Doctoral Candidate at the Auckland Bioengineering Institute and a Teaching Fellow in Engineering Science is in the studio talking about his research where he’s created artificial stretchy muscle out of rubber. Whakarongo mai nei!
Penelope Noir chats about chef core on Fashun. Ron Gallipoli and Billie Fee are in the studio to talk about An Imposter, a song cycle and a melodrama opening at Basement Theatre tomorrow evening. Jenna reviews Booker Prize long-listed novel In Ascension, by Martin MacInnes on Loose Reads. Whakarongo mai nei!
Theia dials in from LA for a kōrero about her new single, DOLLHOUSE. On Travelling Tunes, Dr Kirsten Zemke brings us songs in 5/4 time. Salt Water Criminals chats about the incredibly exciting lineup dropped yesterday for The Others Way Festival. Our Viewmaster is Johanna Cosgrove, who explores Ti West films with Mia Goth - X and Pearl.Gussie from Mermaidens is dialling in from Germany for a kōrero about the Mermaidens lead single from their forthcoming album,I Like To Be Alone.Whakarongo mai nei!
Marc Daalder gives us some Political Commentary on political donations and whether there are enough regulations, as well as major policy announcements from parties recently and what they might spell for the tone of the election year. Lucinda Bennett returns from Naarm with some reckons on the fanciest nuts on Breakfast Food. Don McGlashan is in the studio to talk about the announcement that he’s a 2023 NZ Music Hall of Fame inductee. Hobby Goblins Annabel and Callum are back in the studio giving us their ‘last minute homework’ themed solar system dioramas. They took that brief very seriously, and eggs were sacrificed to the Goblin overlords. Brandon De La Cruz dials in from the states to talk about his new album, Two Kilos Of Blue. We recap your Top Ten. Whakarongo mai nei!
On What's Up with Nicola Willis, the deputy leader of the National Party speaks to Rachel about new policies from National regarding mobile phones in schools, transport and cancer drug funding. Rob Bollix takes us to The Mind Trench, which is filled with strawberry feather stars- which are less delightful looking than they sound. Pati AF is in the studio to talk about her upcoming gig, ‘The Happy Hour’ this Friday at Casette Nine. Salene advises the listeners on renting worries on A Room Of One's Own. Whakarongo mai nei!
Craig guesses a Lou Reed track from just one second of the song, and donates a can of berries to the City Mission. On Isthmus’n That with Desley Simpson, the Deputy Mayor speaks to Rachel about the FIFA Women's World Cup, the green compost bins across the city and voting from councillors to petition central government about transport decisions in Auckland. Jujulipps is in the studio chatting about her new single Airplane Mode,and its accompanying music video. During Stage Direction we cross live to Edinburgh where Alice Canton gives us a rundown of the artistic prowess going on over there right now. We also speak to Katie Shaw about their show 200 Minds, which opens at Basement Theatre tonight. I-Ting Chuang is on Ready Steady Learn from the School of Architecture and Planning for a chat about prioritising green spaces for those who need them most. Whakarongo mai nei!
We dip into some Fashun with Rogue Fashion Show NZ; Kat Aucamp and Billy Blamires are in the studio to talk about the runway show on August 25th. Monoga.my is in the studio selecting some tracks and chatting about bRave this Friday night where they'll play alongside Hasji, Kieran Tahir, Caru, Left Hand Loz and Birkenthot. On Loose Reads, Suri’s reviewing The Gospel of Orla: A Novel, by Eoghan Walls. Kasper and Macy are in to talk about Making Ends Meet: a benefit show for Auckland City Mission, on the 26th August at St Kevins Arcade, the underground. Whakarongo mai nei!
We zip through the SRN portal to have a Breakfast Buffet with Dave Borrie down at Ōtepoti's Radio One. Dr Kirsten Zemke talks to us about beatboxing on Travelling Tunes. D.C. Maxwell is in the studio for a kōrero about his debut album Lone Rider, which is out today. Litia Tuiburelevu, resident Viewmaster, reviews Boots Riley’s I’m a Virgo. Whakarongo mai nei!
Andrew Maitai from The Fuzzies is in the studio talking about the band’s new single Cupid, which is the title track from their forthcoming album, out September 22. Natural Ange chats magnesium, cognitive support and headache remedies. We recap your Top Ten. Whakarongo mai nei!
Rob Bollix talks animal cooperation on The Mind Trench, and we all discuss how haunting honey badgers are. JY and Matt Hunter from The Circling Sun are in the studio to talk about their show this Friday night at Whammy Bar, and play us a recording from their last show. Salene chats about hoardings on rental fences during election season, and lease conditions midway through the period. Whakarongo mai nei!
A quickfire round of Second Guessing has one hit of one second guessed in mere moments. Tortillas are in the shopping basket at the request of a song-savvy listener. On Isthmus'n That, Desley Simpson speaks to Rachel about the recent six month mark since Cyclone Gabrielle, and the meeting in Piha, as well as the flood mapping tool released by council. AJA dials in to talk about her new single Te Reo ki Whakarongotai,which has a beautiful accompanying music video. Milo Cawthorne is on Stage Direction, chatting about his role as two guinea pigs in the Nightsong production, I Want To Be Happy. Emma Nolan joins us for Ready Steady Learn, talking about her research into breast cancer at the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, that creates 3D living tissue models. Whakarongo mai nei!
Penelope Noir kicks off our Monday morning right with a discussion about the FIFA Women's Women's World Cup kits. 'Tis the season for that Fashun! Gideon Voon (guitar) and Filiva’a James (vocals/keytar) from Shepherds Reign are in to talk about the band’s new single, Nafanua, from their forthcoming album. On Loose Reads, Jenna beams in from the bustling Mt Eden shops to chat about the winners of the Children’s Book Awards last week. David White, director and writer of Far North is in to talk about the stranger than fiction story that airs this evening on TV3 and streams on ThreeNow. Whakarongo mai nei!
We zoom through the SRN portal to catch up with Maggie on the Radio Active Breakfast Show for a Breakfast Buffet. Dr Kirsten Zemke explores magical songs on Travelling Tunes. Mim Jensen dials in from Ōtautahi to chat about her EP Emotional Affair, released today. After a bMovies takeover, TV chat is back- and we're pleased to say that Litia Tuiburelevu is our new resident Viewmaster. Whakarongo mai nei!
Marc Daalder gives us some Political Commentary about climate issues leading up to the election, including discussion around the Waitematā harbour crossings, BlackRock investment in energy and policy documents released by Megan Woods regarding energy. Lucinda Bennett brings us the infamous Girl Dinner rhetoric, otherwise known as guilty pleasures, picky dinner, or as one listener suggests, 'Bad Dad Dinner'. Hannah Everingham is giving us an early spin of her single Mercury that’s out 17th August, and she’ll play Wine Cellar with support from Samara Alofa that evening to kick off her tour. The Hobby Goblins return to show us their gem art, category; Rogue Kmart. An unprecented tie leads to Stella choosing the winner with divine birthday power. We also recap your Top Ten. Whakarongo mai nei!
On What's Up with Chris Hipkins, the Prime Minister speaks to Rachel about the government's BlackRock climate announcement, the Auckland Transport plan announcement, recent polling and a look ahead for election year. Joshua Worthington-Church from Exploding Rainbow Orchestra is in the studio to talk about their upcoming show and the project as a whole. Patrick and Josh from Soft Bait are in the studio to talk about their winter tour that reaches Auckland on Friday night at Whammy Bar, where they’ll play alongside K M P T and The Sour. Whakarongo mai nei!
On Second Guessing we're treated to some Weyes Blood, which a team effort guesses, resulting in Luke donating some plunger coffee to the Auckland City Mission. On Isthmus’n That with Desley Simpson, the Deputy Mayor speaks about the government announcement on construction of three lane tunnel crossing the Waitemata Harbour Bridge, and the potential disestablishment of North Harbour Stadium. Violet Hirst is in the studio talking about her new album Donegal, and playing us a couple of songs from the record, live. Alice Canton brings us a bit of Stage Direction before she heads to the Edinburgh Fringe, chatting to Nahyeon Lee (producer), and Samuel Phillips (director) about their work, Losing Face, part of Q Theatre’s MATCHBOX series. On Ready Steady Learn, Cam Hoffbeck, a doctoral student from the School of Biological Sciences chats about her research into the tuatara microbiome. Whakarongo mai nei!
Welcome to another week! Penelope Noir gives us the lowdown on counterfeit luxury items on Fashun. Fiona McDonald and Paul Casserly from Strawpeople are in the studio to talk about their new record, Knucklebones. On Loose Reads, Suri reviewsBibliolepsy by Gina Apostol. Emily Wheatcroft-Snape is in the studio to talk about applications being open for the Record Enable Hardship Award. Whakarongo mai nei!
The SRN Breakfast Buffet portal spits us out at at Radio Control in Palmerston North, the mighty Manawatū. Jordan from Radio Control chats with us while we're there. Dr Kirsten Zemke explores Irish anthems on Travelling Tunes. Our final installment of bMovies sees Steve Newall review May December, the film from Todd Haynes. Molly Manning Walker, director and screenwriter of How To Have Sex is in the studio talking about her work. Hybrid Rose graces the airwaves with her new track and the announcement of her forthcoming album's title. Whakarongo mai nei!
Professor Robert Patman gives some international Political Commentary on Russia's bringing of the war to Moscow, and the New Zealand relationship with AUKUS. Lucinda chats curry on Breakfast Food. The wonderful Kristin Hersh dials in to talk about her upcoming shows in Aotearoa and forthcoming record. Matthew Crawley and Dave Taylor from Thee Golden Geese are in to talk about their aspirational new single Georgie Pie. Julien Dyne, Stuckey from Surprise Chef and Horatio Luna from The Lahaar are in the studio to talk about Elemental Jazz. We recap your Top Ten. Whakarongo mai nei!
On What's Up with Marama Davidson, the co-leader of the Green Party speaks to Rachel about the party's recently released manifesto ahead of the election, the Hoki Whenua Mai policy and National's announcement regarding their transport policy. Rob Bollix talks nature- honey-making ants and Bird Of The Year (a hot topic). Jeiel, formerly known as Jeivenchy is in to talk about his new single Rain, which centres around loss and grief, as well as upcoming tracks. Salene is in for A Room Of One's Own to give some sage advice about renting. Whakarongo mai nei!
Pinch and a punch! Second Guessing is guessed by Craig, who donates some instant coffee to the City Mission. On Isthmus'n That, Desley Simpson speaks to Rachel about what's going on in the city, including the rates relief extension for those in uninhabitable properties, consultation being open on the Auckland Civil Defence Emergency Management group plan and sinkholes opening across the CBD. TG Shand dials in to talk about her new EP, Cinnamon. Alice Canton chats to some of the crew from Atamira Dance Company, Gabrielle Thomas, Sean MacDonald and Abbie Rogers, about their show TOMO. Whakarongo mai nei!
On Fashun, Penelope Noir chats about MSCHF’s ginormous boots and their collab with Crocs. Haz and Miloux are in the studio talking about their new EP, Brunette.Jed Parsons talks about his show at Basement Theatre, A Very “Jed Parsons” Christmas, which opens tomorrow night. Whakarongo mai nei!
The SRN Breakfast Buffet transports us to chat with RDU’s Liam, talking about what’s going on down in Ōtautahi. On Travelling Tunes, Dr Kirsten Zemke takes us to the world of the paisley underground. Andrew Moore (one of the creators of the film) and Chris Heazelwood are on bMovies talking about the documentary made about King Loser. Litia Tuiburelevu reviews The Survival of Kindness, a post-apocalyptic film from director Rolf De Heer. Dave Borrie of L Hotel dials in from Ōtepoti to yarn about the band's first EP, Ellis. Whakarongo mai nei!
Professor Jennifer Curtin dials in for some Political Commentary about the pressures of politics, the trans-Tasman relationship and recent polls. Lucinda is in the building on Breakfast Food, chatting about food that helps you fight of those pre-sickness feelings. Hobby Goblins wade their way through parking on UoA campus to bring us arguably the highest goblin factor crafts yet- melancholy pom poms. Whakarongo mai nei!
Ah fire alarms, our old best friend. Never fear, the show continues. The Bard of Bollix discusses Earth's status as a lumpy potato on The Mind Trench and gives us a short and sweet new poem. Jono and Callum of Hans Pucket are in to chat about the band's nationwide tour, set to visit Auckland soon. CHAII is in the studio yarning about her new single, Drippin In Gold. Stephen of Swallow The Rat comes up to talk about the story behind the band's single off their forthcoming album. Whakarongo mai nei!
A team effort on Second Guessing sees some good old baked beans donated to the City Mission. On Isthmus'n That with Desley Simpson, the Deputy Mayor speaks about the incident in Auckland's CBD last week, the opening of the FIFA Women's World Cup in the city and the funding pledges from central government and council to restore the St James Theatre. Arabella of Ringlets is in the studio talking about the band's tour, which kicks off this week. Alice Canton is back for some Stage Direction, chatting to Mark Chayanat-Whittet, the director of Henchmen, a new comedy drama play that is debuting at Basement on August 8. Puna-Whakaata Love from the Faculty of Medical Health Sciences is on Ready Steady Learn talking about the development of an app to support rangatahi wellbeing, called Headstrong. Whakarongo mai nei!
Penelope Noir brings us the ultimate Fashun of handbags- the late Jane Birkin's famously exclusive Birkin bag. Guideropes dials in from the shores of Malta to talk about his new EP, Cascade. On Loose Reads, Jenna reviews the latest work from Pip Adam, Audition. Amelia D'Screte is in the country for one weekend only, and kindly brings us a reprise of Word Salad. Whakarongo mai nei!
Dr Kirsten Zemke spoke to Rachel and guest producer Rosetta about three songs and their historical backgrounds, all across the theme of "chanting". Whakarongo mai nei.
Musician Rodney Fisher phoned in to chat with Rachel and guest producer Rosetta about his newest project, "Keeping Up Appearances" featuring Terrible Sons. The music video can be watched here. Whakarongo mai nei.
Florence Hartigan came in to share her review for "Tiger Stripes" with Rachel and guest producer Rosetta. The film is screening through the New Zealand International Film Festival, and tickets can be purchased here. Whakarongo mai nei.
Comedian Tom Sainsbury came in to chat with Rachel and guest producer Rosetta about his debut feature film, psychological thriller "Loop Track". The film debuts tonight at the Civic for the New Zealand International Film Festival. You can purchase tickets here. Whakarongo mai nei.
Rachel is joined in the studio today by guest producer Rosetta, where they spoke to Dr. Kirsten Zemke about chanting in today's segment of Travelling Tunes. On bMovies, comedian Tom Sainsbury came in for a chat about his debut feature film "Loop Track", which debuts in the New Zealand International Film Festival tonight at the Civic. Florence Hartigan came in to review another film in the NZIFF, an art-horror coming-of-age piece "Tiger Stripes". Finally, Rachel spoke to musician Rodney Fisher about his newest project "Keeping Up Appearances". Whakarongo mai nei!
Marc Daalder gives us some Political Commentary about climate policies from parties in the leadup to the election, discusses recent polls and National’s kiwisaver bond payment policy (+ other parties’ response to it). Lucinda chats cookies on Breakfast Food. i.e. crazy is in the studio talking about their album, Country Justice, out today. Grammy-award-winning producer Tayhana comes in to talk about her show tomorrow, night put on by the good folks at Community Garden. We recap your Top Ten. Whakarongo mai nei!
What's Up with Nicola Willis sees the Deputy Leader of the National Party discuss the party's policy announcement that people under 30 will be able to pay rental bonds with their Kiwisaver funds, their commitment to dual language government departments and recent party conferences. Rob Bollix gives us two gifts on The Mind Trench- the first, a bit of 8am existential dread, the second, a banging new tune from the mind of The Bard himself. Tina and Sarah from The New Things chat about upcoming shows and their recent EP, Just For You!. Jen Cloher dials in from Naarm to talk about release shows in Aotearoa for their fifth album I Am The River, The River Is Me.Salene is in for A Room Of One's own, chatting fridges, lounges that are unintentionally the temperature of fridges, and flatmate agreements. Whakarongo mai nei!
Second Guessing is a classic Underworld track- John guesses Born Slippy (Nuxx)and donates a can of creamed corn to the City Mission. Isthmus'n That is back, and the Deputy Mayor recaps Matariki events, gives an update on the negotiations between local and central government about buying out Category 3 homes and discusses local boards releasing their three-year plans for feedback. Karl Sölve Steven chats about about the All Of Human Emotion on Microfiche (The Remixes) release show this Friday at The Wine Cellar and Whammy Backroom. Mo Nasir, one of the actors from Basmati Bitch is in the studio talking about the show on Stage Direction. Wednesday Davis from the School of Biological Sciences chats about her work using AI to understand the dynamics of work-ups (also called boil-ups) in the Hauraki Gulf on Ready Steady Learn. Whakarongo mai nei!
Annabel is at the helm of Breakfast this morning, with plenty of delicious morsels of chats and tunes to get you through the post-long-weekend-blues. Penelope Noir gives us the history of prolific fashion illustrator Antonio Lopez on Fashun. NahBo chats about their sophomore album Feelings, Inexplicable.On Loose Reads, Suri reviews I Am Homeless If This Is Not My Home,from Lorrie Moore. Anthony Crum and Bailey Poching are in the studio to talk about their duo comedy show HOT FILTHY GARBAGE. Whakarongo mai nei!
Lucinda Bennett gives us some tips for Matariki eats on Breakfast Food that might spark an idea to create your own annual traditions for the holiday. bMovies comes in hot- listen back to a conversation with Michael Duignan (director) and Ben Wall (lead actor) from The Paragon, an intriguing, Kiwi-made film that makes the absolute most of a small resource pool. Matthew Crawley shares his thoughts on Little Richard: I Am Everything for our bMovies review. The Hobby Goblins boil and toil (literally), to create pasta art, theme- industrial. The listeners provide even more excellent ideas for their fortnightly crafts, with a high Goblin Factor. We recap your 95bFM Top Ten. Whakarongo mai nei!
On a very special edition of The Mind Trench, long time listener and first time visitor Louie plays apprentice to Rob Bollix, helping the brekky team decode which one of The Bard's tidbits is fact or fiction. PollyHill is in the studio chatting about a new track made in collaboration with Samara Alofa which has an excellent video to go along with it, Alien Sex. Rachel shares her conversation with Sudan Archives about her most recent record and upcoming show in Tāmaki Makaurau. Justine weighs in on the listeners' employment and union queries on Red Dead Redemption. Whakarongo mai nei!
Second Guessing sees Craig guess Voom's track on the very first go. Dena Jacobs, organiser of the Matariki festivities for Auckland Council, comes into the studio to talk about the must-see events beginning today. Chas Mamea and Oli Mathiesen from Company B are on Stage Direction to talk about I Am A Renaissance, the dance show presented by Black Grace. Associate Professor Laszlo Sajtos is on Ready Steady Learn, talking about his research into robot-human interactions and perceptions. Whakarongo mai nei!
Penelope Noir gives us some Fashun chat about Pharrell's recent appointment as creative director of Louis Vuitton. Nato from Beastwars chats about the band’s new single from a forthcoming covers album Tyranny of Distance. Jenna reviews Tangi on Loose Reads, an anniversary edition of the novel published 50 years ago, in which Witi Ihimaera has added more details to the narrative to celebrate those 50 years. Office Dog is in to talk about their new song Hand In Hand, and announcement of their debut album Spiel. Whakarongo mai nei!
We have a packed show to send you off into the weekend! The SRN Breakfast Buffet consumes a hearty meal of community, as we check in with Maggie at Radio Active in the capital. On Travelling Tunes, Dr Kirsten Zemke explores the budding music-home-decor-fashion grouping of 'whimsigoth'. A controversial name, and a microniche with many facets. bMovies makes a triumphant return to mark the New Zealand International Film Festival kicking off very soon! Leo Koziol, one of the curators of Ngā Whanaunga Māori Pasifika Shorts 2023 speaks to Rachel about the collection of eight short films from Aotearoa and the Pacific. On the other side of intermission, Sam Sinnott makes a nostalgic appearance to review Passages,a film from Ira Sachs. Geneva AM comes into the studio to talk about her new single, IHO. Whakarongo mai nei!
Rod Oram gives us some Political Commentary about what themes appear to be revealing themselves in the policy announcements from parties leading up to this year's election, as well as his thoughts on the reforms of the Resource Management Act. Lucinda Bennett chats risotto and warming carby stuff for the chilling mornings of winter on Breakfast Food. Juno Is dials in from the remote Nelson bush, to talk about her new release, The Highway Song. Abigail Macilquham from Horn dials in to talk about the release of the band’s self-titled debut album. Natural Ange pops in to give holistic natural advice about the listeners' aches, pains and flu recovery plans. We also recap your Top 10 for this week. Whakarongo mai nei!
On What's Up with Marama Davidson, the co-leader of the Green Party talks to Rachel about the party's tax and rental policies, and the government's university support package. Rob Bollix dives into The Mind Trench, discussing the human psyche in relation to coffee, and fridges. Fridge discourse related to tomato sauce, obviously. Shayne Carter of Dimmer dials in to talk about the hot-off-the-press announcement that Dimmer will play the Powerstation in Tāmaki Makaurau in December, as part of a tour to celebrate the release of a live double album drawn from last year’s shows at the The Hollywood Avondale. Hāmiora Bailey and Briar Pomona are in to talk about their work, On The Need To Dance With Words, which is on at The Basement Theatre this Friday. A Room Of One's Own with Salene tackles some niggly winter renting questions, in its new home on Wednesdays (we've switched it from Mondays!). Whakarongo mai nei!
Second Guessing is graced with Prince, guessed by the listeners in just one go. Current Bias talks to Rachel about their new EP, Frontal, which articulates experiences of neurodivergence via seven tracks of club experimentation and digital exploration. Kayla Paige, choreographer of the dance show Chameleon, is in to talk about the work that uses contemporary, jazz, hip-hop, and modern styles on Stage Direction. Dr Will Evans from the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences is on Ready Steady Learn, talking about new research helping terminal cancer patients deal with depression using MDMA assisted psychotherapy. Whakarongo mai nei!
We bring you a show full of prizes, chats and tunes on this soggy Monday. Penelope Noir explores the iconic Fashun of Star Wars, specifically Princess Leia's white dress (which has a lot of mystique and scandal surrounding it). Suri reviews The Late Americans from Brandon Taylor on Loose Reads, a campus novel with a bucket load of intrigue. Whakarongo mai nei!
The week finally comes to a soggy end, but we're keeping the tunes and chats going on Breakfast! The Breakfast Buffet SRN portal spits us out in the mighty Manawatū to chat with Jordan at Radio Control, where we establish a swamp nation. On Travelling Tunes with Dr Kirsten Zemke, she explores noise rock in its many forms. Litia Tuiburelevu is our Viewmaster, reviewing And Just Like That..., season two. Sian Montgomery Neutze is talking about the oratory and performance event M9, which is returning on its one-year anniversary this Matariki, spotlighting nine powerful Māori voices from the world of toi Māori. Whakarongo mai nei!
Professor Robert Patman gives us some international Political Commentary about the attempted coup in Russia, and Prime Minister Chris Hipkins' recent visit to China. On Breakfast Food, Lucinda Bennett gives the lowdown on sweet treat locations that are open in the late afternoon, for your winter wants. Hemi Hemingway chats about his forthcoming album, and shows across the motu, including one in Tāmaki Makaurau very soon. A new segment graces the airwaves- it's the Hobby Goblins (AKA the Top 10's Annabel Kean and Callum Devlin), who competitively craft over a fortnight, and bring their spoils into the studio for Rachel to judge. Losing craft is destroyed live on air- the stakes are high. Whakarongo mai nei!
Rob Bollix takes us through The Mind Trench with an update on orcas, the history of a horse's toe count and a discussion about scientists imitating nature. SJD dials in from Ōtepoti to chat about his upcoming show in Tāmaki Makaurau as part of The Sweetheart Tour 2023. Elliot and Vincent are in the studio, having a kōrero with Rachel about upcoming gigs and projects. Whakarongo mai nei!
A round of Second Guessing sees Gail donate a hot choccy mix to the Auckland City Mission after correctly guessing a great New Order track. On Isthmus’n That with Desley Simpson the Deputy Mayor talks about council events for Matariki, AT’s rollout of new under 25 fees beginning on July and how the process of contacting storm-damaged homeowners is going. Sally Woodfield, general manager of the New Zealand International Film Festival, is in to talk about the programme for this year, announced just last night. On Stage Direction, Alice Canton chats to Uhyoung Choi, cast member of King Lear by the Auckland Theatre Company which is in the midst of its run. Danaé Larsen from the school of chemical sciences is in to talk about research on how texture affects our perception of food on Ready Steady Learn. Whakarongo mai nei!
Another week rears its head and we're here to take you through it! Joel from Eyegum Music Collective chats about Eyegum Scenic Tour #3, coming to Tāmaki Makaurau very soon. Jenna reviews a bonkers-sounding novel from Jen Beagin on Loose Reads, titled Big Swiss.Justine answers your union and employment queries on Red Dead Redemption. Whakarongo mai nei!
Stella and Tuva'a commandeer the Breakfast Ship while Rachel is away. On Travelling Tunes with Dr Kirsten Zemke, she explores tunes produced by the legendary Quincy Jones. Matt Pender from OdESSA dials in to talk about the band's shows coming up across the motu. Johanna Cosgrove is our Viewmaster, reviewing the polarising sixth season of Black Mirror. Whakarongo mai nei!
Today on Political Commentary, Rod Oram speaks to Rachel about Michael Wood's resignation, National’s emissions policy, proposals for shifting the ETS to make it an incentive to reduce emissions rather than offsetting in forests and contrasts our climate policies from major parties with the major party plans of the UK. Lucinda Bennett is on Breakfast Food, chatting about warming winter fare for winter solstice. Taebz is in the studio chatting about his new single featuring hanbee, Out Of Touch,as well as his EP, Serum. Gussie of Earth Tongue has a kōrero about Earth Tongue's upcoming performance at Night Light Festival. Brad Walkington from The Situations dials in to talk about the band’s new single, No Plan No Pack and upcoming shows across the country. Whakarongo mai nei!
This hump day, on What's Up with Nicola Willis, the Deputy Leader of the National party dials in to talk to Rachel about National's agricultural emissions policy and their harnessing biotech policy, as well as leader Christopher Luxon's comments around longer gang sentencing. On The Mind Trench, Rob Bollix details the killer whales that are attacking super yachts out in the seas. Siena and Jasmine from Rockin Relief, are in to talk about the all-ages gig this Friday, fundraising for UKRAINIUM. Sarah Mary Chadwick dials in from Naarm to chat about her new single Shitty Town,and active projects. Whakarongo mai nei!
On Isthmus'n That, we have a special edition with Mat Tucker, the Group Recovery Manager for the January Floods and Cyclone Gabrielle, where he speaks to Rachel about recovery on the West Coast, and cordon lifting on Muriwai and Bethells Beaches. Jess B chats about her new single Moment, and upcoming shows across the motu. On Stage Direction, Alice Canton chats to Carrie Rudzinski and Olivia Hall about their show, The Bitching Hour.Professor Jay Marlowe, co-director of the Centre for Asia Pacific Refugee Studies talks to Rachel about World Refugee Day (which is today) on Ready Steady Learn, and the open-access paper he has recently published about economic outcomes for those of refugee origins in Aotearoa. Whakarongo mai nei!
Welcome to another week, whānau! Penelope Noir returns from abroad and treats us to some Fashun- she details the very cursed, very bizarre bearskin caps which are part of the ceremonial military uniform in the UK. Pickle Darling dials in from Ōtautahi to talk about their new album, Laundromat. On Loose Reads, Suri reviews Yellowface, a new novel from Rebecca F. Kuang. Salene is in for A Room Of One's Own, covering off the ghastly rental stories and concerns of the listeners. Whakarongo mai nei!
Happy Friday, whānau! Today on Travelling Tunes, Dr Kirsten Zemke gives us some tunes that embody the spirit of masculinity. Sarah Thomson is our Viewmaster, reviewing the outrageously good Australian-made show, Deadloch. The crew from Mānuka Recordings come in with Eo to talk about his single Tell Me,out today! Dusty and Ghos are in the studio to talk about their project Mokomokai and the second album release from the group of collaborators, WHAKAREHU. Whakarongo mai nei!
What's Up with Chris Hipkins sees the Prime Minister speak to Rachel about the budget, senior cabinet ministers' conflicts of interest and tensions in the education portfolio, particularly around tertiary and secondary education sectors. K M T P (AKA Keria) is in the studio debuting their single 2:45 (Getting Old). Vincent HL dials in to talk about upcoming live performances and his new track, Pile Of Dirt. Whakarongo mai nei!
Welcome to the Wednesday show! Rod Oram gives us a bit of Political Commentary about the National party’s plans to lift the moratorium on genetic engineering, the Green party’s announcement of tax cuts and ending poverty and an RNZ staffer’s changes to Reuters stories to be pro-Russia. Rob Bollix returns for The Mind Trench, and spins us a great Bowie cover. cc(tv), AKA Carla, is in the studio to debut her new single Kinnie.Don McGlashan chats to Rachel about his 18-date New Zealand tour Take It To The Bridge, kicking off in August and coming to Auckland on 2 September at the Q Theatre. Finn Johansson dials in to talk about his Auckland show tonight as part of his 14-date NZ/European tour. Whakarongo mai nei!
A rapid round of Second Guessing sees an enchilada kit donated to the Auckland City Mission- shot, Justin. Rachel speaks to Deputy Mayor of Tāmaki Makaurau, Desley Simpson on Isthmus'n That about the budget that has recently passed and what that means for the city. Church dials in to talk about his recent solo project, SPRING '21. On Stage Direction, Alice speaks to Tessa Rao and Catherine Yates from Indian Ink Theatre about their show, Dirty Work. On Ready Steady Learn, Joyce John from the Lung and Respiratory group at Auckland Bioengineering Institute at The University of Auckland is up to talk about her research using predictive models to try and improve the lives of those with lung disease. Whakarongo mai nei!
Welcome to another glorious week, whānau! Emma Jing and Taylor Groves come into the studio to talk about Wedding Show on Fashun. Em is in to talk about her new EP, Tender. On Loose Reads, Jenna reviews Pet, by Catherine Chidgey. Justine gives us the lowdown on employment matters on Red Dead Redemption. Whakarongo mai nei!
We check in for the first time with Candice since she took up the Breakfast hot seat at Radio One on the SRN Breakfast Buffet! On Travelling Tunes we take the name very literally, as Dr Kirsten Zemke unpicks songs about cities. Tom Lark is in the studio to celebrate his album out today, Brave Star.Litia Tuiburelevu is our Viewmaster, reviewing Barryand its polarising final episode. Eden Burns is in the studio for a chat about his gig with Christopher Tubbs tonight. Whakarongo mai nei!
On a big day for council and the electoral system we have a bit of Political Commentary from Rod Oram. Delaney Mes gives us some long weekend sponge cake tips on Breakfast Food. Emmanuelle is in the studio to talk about their upcoming show Last Dance, with Elliot And Vincent, and Franc015. Raiden Freeman is in the studio chatting about his most recent record and premiering an unreleased new track Streetsweeper, which has a feature from DalyanRD. Natural Ange comes in to give you the lowdown on how to cope with seasonal changes and other wellbeing woes. Whakarongo mai nei!
On What's Up with Marama Davidson, Rachel and the co-leader of the Green Party discuss their campaign for renters to submit their experiences, the electoral system review and have a debrief on the government's budget. Rob Bollix dials in for The Mind Trench, chatting about space and the wonders of legonauts. Scalper speaks to Rachel about new records and upcoming shows. Dons from Dead Famous People is in the studio chatting about the origins of their new album, Ballet Boy. Mia and Kelsi from DAFM dial in to talk about their show this Friday at Whammy Bar with Memory Foam and Lesbian Death Slutz From Hell. Whakarongo mai nei!
Another short week commences! On Isthmus'n That with Desley Simpson, the Deputy Mayor of Tāmaki Makaurau speaks to Rachel about the proposed budget from council. Dictaphone Blues (Edward) is in the studio chatting about his new EP, Greetings From Glen Eden, and the accompanying release show this Friday. On Stage Direction, Alice Canton gives us the theatre rundown, and it looks like there's some exciting stuff coming up. Lama Tone, senior lecturer in the School of Architecture and Planning at the University of Auckland is on Ready Steady Learn, speaking about his research in transforming Pacific architectural concepts into contemporary structure and spaces. Whakarongo mai nei!
Exciting gig announcements, new releases, farewells to beloved bFM-ers (give your well wishes to Soong on Jukebox Parlour this Saturday!)- this Friday is packed. We beam down to Te Papaioea to chat to Radio Control's Jordan and chat about happening down there on Breakfast Buffet. Dr Kirsten Zemke gives us an insight into broad genre of Bollywood fusion on Travelling Tunes. Thom from Guardian Singles is dialling in to talk about their new album Feed Me To The Doves, and upcoming gigs to celebrate the record. Johanna Cosgrove is our Viewmaster, reviewing Good Grief, a sitcom from Aotearoa streaming on TVNZ+. Vincent Andrew-Scammell is in the studio talking about his solo theatre show, CLAS 103: Greek Mythology, at Basement Theatre from 6-10 June. Whakarongo mai nei!
The first day of Gregorian winter arrives. Associate Professor Dr Lara Greaves gives us some Political Commentary on the political footballing and early campaigning prior to this year's election. Delaney Mes chats winter foods on Breakfast Food. DeepState, AKA Jess, is in the studio to talk about her single released today, Won't Let You Down, and its accompanying music video. Penny Ashton speaks to Rachel about her feminist Shakespearean musical called The Tempestuous. Two of the crew from Speck Comics, Liam and Stella, chat to Rachel about their latest issue and the kaupapa of the zine. As always, we wrap up your 95bFM Top Ten. Whakarongo mai nei!
Welcome to the show on this foggy Rāapa morning! Ce of Synthetic Children, a hardware electronic project from Te Papaioea, dials in to talk about their third album Everything's Perpetual,and upcoming show in Tāmaki Makaurau. Repulsive Woman beams across oceans to chat to Rachel about her latest single 137 Pages,from her inbound EP. Damian Vaughan, a trustee member from MusicHelps, is in the studio wrapping up New Zealand Music Month, and talking about the projects of recent grant recipients. Whakarongo mai nei!
Welcome to the Tuesday show! Rachel and Stella evade Succession spoilers, and gush about the Weyes Blood show last night. On Isthmus’n That with Desley Simpson, the Deputy Mayor speaks to Rachel about the impacts of central government's budget on local government, discussions around moving Auckland roads in the wake of flooding and Auckland Council's boarding house inspection rates. Babe Martin is in the studio talking about the release of her debut single, Knocked For Six in BHX.On Stage Direction, Alice Canton speaks to Vivian Hosking Aue about his combined dance and fashion show, ENUA, that will be a part of the Pacific Dance NZ Festival. Drew McMillan is on Ready Steady Learn, speaking to Stella about his PhD in designing bespoke instruments that suit the needs of those with disabilities. Whakarongo mai nei!
100% New Zealand music week has come to a close but the tunes from Aotearoa keep rolling. James from Yon Loader chats to Rachel about the new project and a new release. Jenna reviews Everything Is Beautiful and Everything Hurts on Loose Reads. Salene answers your renting queries on A Room Of One's Own. Whakarongo mai nei!
100% NZ music week comes to a close on Breakfast, but rest assured the tunes from Aotearoa will continue to flow for the rest of the year! To go out with a bang, Sandy Mill comes into the studio to play some of her tracks, select some favourites from the Aotearoa archives and chat about her upcoming gigs. Bailey Wiley dials in to talk about her recent single Baby Mama.Saraid de Silva is our Viewmaster, blessing the airwaves with some Succession analysis. Synergy Station is done and dusted, but you can catch all of the chats Stella had with artists (as well as some extended versions) via the bcasts. Whakarongo mai nei!
Jennifer Curtin gives us some Political Commentary about National's use of AI images in campaigning materials, and the government's budget. Clementine Valentine dial in to talk about their new single Endless Night.Billie Rogers and Deb Smith are in the studio talking about the fundraiser screening of Fantastic Mr Fox at The Hollywood Avondale for Cloud Workshop, in memory and celebration of Dr Claire McLinktock. We wrap up the 95bFM Top Ten. Whakarongo mai nei!
Midway through 100% New Zealand music week and it's still full steam ahead. On What's Up with Nicola Willis, Rachel speaks to the Deputy Leader of the opposition, Nicola Willis, about National's use of AI in campaigning images, the government's budget, and the steel subsidy. Rob Bollix deep dives underwater on The Mind Trench, exploring octopus dreams. Model Home's Rachael dials in from Ōtautahi to talk about their new single, Leaky Home Simulator 2031. We have a very special performance from Aotearoa's own Bic Runga, as well as a chat about two decades of Beautiful Collision,and the upcoming shows to celebrate. Stay tuned for the video of Bic's performance. Whakarongo mai nei!
100% New Zealand music week continues on its mighty quest this Rātu. Synergy Station features Jujulipps and Julien Dyne, and a round of Second Guessing sees some scrumptious lentils donated to the Auckland City Mission (nice work, Andrew!). Rachel talks about the happenings of Tāmaki Makaurau on Isthmus’n That with Desley Simpson. Ehua is in the studio to talk about her gig this Friday at Whammy Bar, with support from Hasji and AJ Honeysuckle. On Stage Direction, Alice Canton chats to Guy Montgomery about his recent win as Best of the Fest at the Sydney Comedy Festival, and his show in the New Zealand Comedy Festival. Ready Steady Learn hosts Alex Sims from the Business School, as she explains ChatGPT's role in academia as it stands today. Whakarongo mai nei!
Welcome to the first day of 100% NZ music at the b! Today we're kicking off Synergy Station, the segment that celebrates the New Zealand Music Month theme of community and collaboration, so stay tuned to Breakfast all week to hear them sprinkled throughout the show. Some of the crew from an alternative fashion show, Rogue Fashion (Kat Aucamp and Billy Blamires) chat to Rachel about the project on Fashun. Freddy Reynold is in the studio chatting about his new single SILVER GREEN AND GOLD. On Loose Reads, Suri reviews a new poetry book, The Artist, by Ruby Solly. Justine gives you the union lowdown on Red Dead Redemption. Whakarongo mai nei!
Happy Friday! On Breakfast Buffet Rachel catches up with RDU's Liam. Dr Kirsten Zemke discusses Eurovision on Travelling Tunes. DC Maxwell talks about his new single 'The Leading Man'. We said goodbye to Sam in Viewmaster, and Peter Beacker came in to chat about his show happening at Whammy tonight. Whakarongo mai nei!
On What's Up with Chris Hipkins, Rachel speaks to the Prime Minister about the budget announcement that will come at 2pm today. Delaney Mes is in for a bit of Breakfast Food, chatting dinner parties and Good Bitches Baking. Fable is in the studio for a chat about his new track, out tomorrow- and he gives us an early spin. Natural Ange chats remedies for stress and seasonal changes. Whakarongo mai nei!
Today we have a budget prediction spesh with Rod Oram on Political Commentary, as Rachel talks about tomorrow's big announcements in the political sphere. Andwahn comes up to the studio to talk about his EP out today, Support Spiral.Matthew Crawley and Lee Smith-Gibbons come into the studio to talk about the camp show Interviews With A Vampires,being held in a secretive vampy location in Tāmaki Makaurau to raise money for Muriwai's flood relief cause. Whakarongo mai nei!
A round of Second Guessing exemplifies the New Zealand Music Month theme of community and collaboration, with many callers warming up their brains. On Isthmus’n That with Desley Simpson, Rachel speaks to the Deputy Mayor about Auckland Transport's performance during the major weather events last week, and the recently announced increase in the Budget deficit. Pōneke's Sure Boy dial in for a chat about their new single What You Do When You're Alright.Stage Direction with Alice Canton hosts Lana Walters in the studio, and she chats about her Comedy Festival show Big Mum Energy.Ry Tweedie-Cullen from the Liggins Institute is on Ready Steady Learn, talking about the gut microbiome. Whakarongo mai nei!
Welcome to the show for another glorious week. Today we share a chat Stella had with the ethereal Weyes Blood ahead of her show in Tāmaki Makaurau at the end of May. On Loose Reads, Jenna gives us a sneak peak into the discussion she'll be chairing at the Auckland Writers Festival this Friday, reviewing The Strangers by Katherena Vermette. Salene continues the fight for renter's rights on A Room Of One's Own. Whakarongo mai nei!
Kia ora e te whānau, we hope you're staying safe in this heavy weather. We play a round of Second Guessing, and Alex takes the cake (and the tin of Milo, donated to the Auckland City Mission). On Isthmus’n That with Desley Simpson, Rachel checks in about the extreme weather set to hit the city, and discusses the budget in relation to that, as well as the decision to sell the Auckland Airport shares. Pony Baby, the musical brainchild of Arahi and Jazmine Mary, are in the studio for a yarn about their debut show and to play a few songs. On Stage Direction, Barnie Duncan is in to talk about his Comedy Festival show Just Jolks. For Ready Steady Learn we speak to Michaela Dobson, a PhD-stage geologist who's set to go to NASA for an internship in a month. Whakarongo mai nei!
Kia ora koutou e te whānau, and welcome to another week. Today on Fashun, we're Penelope Noir-less, but we aren't short of cool chats- Maxine Kelly, curator of Underlena is in to chat about her appointments in Tāmaki Makaurau this week. Tim Batt is in the studio to chat about his comedy festival show Is Climate Change Funny Yet?.On Loose Reads, Suri reviews an intriguing insight to the ecosystem of consultancy, The Big Con. Justine coaches you through workplace qualms and union questions on Red Dead Redemption. Whakarongo mai nei!
It's the end of the week, and we have a great show for you. On Travelling Tunes, Dr Kirsten Zemke takes us through the tunes of trying times- yes, it's failure. The Fancy New Band showcase is back, and one of the acts, Ballot Box, is in the studio for a chat about the gig. The Viewmaster reviewsGrease: Rise of the Pink Ladies, the television prequel to the film which you can watch on TVNZ+. Whakarongo mai nei!
Rachel is back in the building, and we have a lovely show for your Thursday! On Political Commentary, Rod Oram discusses Meka Whaitiri’s exit from Labour, the Restore Passenger Rail protestors and how they’ve been received, and Michael Wood’s letter of expectations to Immigration NZ. Plabita Florence, chef and owner at Forest, is up in the studio on Breakfast Food, chatting foraging and food waste minimisation. Gareth Shrute is in to chat about his NZ Music Month historical walks and tours around the city. Whakarongo mai nei!
Frances takes the helm of Breakfast to smooth out the morning crinkles with some lax tunes! Rob Bollix navigates The Mind Trench, exploring scary barbies and other dolls. Alexa Wilson is in the studio to talk about ALIEN, 'a surreal satire and an embodied critique of societal control over bodies.' Whakarongo mai nei!
Join us as Spike guides you through your Tuesday morning. Deputy Mayor of Tāmaki Makaurau, Desley Simpson dials in to talk about the weather warnings for the city and what the council is doing to prepare, as well as the recent numbers on the record-breaking amount of budget submissions. Rita Mae comes up to the studio to chat about her upcoming EP release show for her record Superfeeling. On Stage Direction, Alice Canton speaks with Jane Leonard and Te Arohanui Korewha from the team of KŌPŪ,a show sharing the songs of young wāhine Māori as they navigate this world. Zahra Aghababaie from the Bioengineering Institute at The University of Auckland comes up to the studio for Ready Steady Learn to talk about her research in gastrointestinal health and treatment. Whakarongo mai nei!
It's the first day of New Zealand Music Month and Annabel is here to guide you through the morning. Penelope Noir gives us a history of the so-called ugly sweater on Fashun. James Mustapic is in the studio to chat about the beginnings of the Comedy Festival and his show The Multi-Media-Verse.Jenna tells us about a memoir hot off the press on Loose Reads. Whakarongo mai nei!
On Travelling Tunes, Dr Kirsten Zemke explores the world of fictional bands that have released very real songs. Hollie of Tiny Ruins chats about Ceremony,their new album that's out today. On Viewmaster, Sam reviews the beginnings of Beef.David Parker is in the studio talking about his project hand-making and selling guitars to raise money for Help Auckland. Whakarongo mai nei!
We dive into a bit of Political Commentary with Jennifer Curtin, talking about changes to the University of Otago structure and their implications for academia in Aotearoa, Jacinda Ardern’s Harvard fellowship, and citizenship for New Zealanders in Australia. Petra Galler takes over the helm of Breakfast Food whilst Delaney is away, and tells us about her new book, Butter Butter.tei. is in the studio talking about the release of her new single PRIMAL.Bridget Van der Zijpp, Artistic Curator of the Auckland Writers Festival comes up to chat about the lineup of thinkers and writers that the upcoming festival has to offer. Whakarongo mai nei!
Welcome to the Wednesday-Monday-what-day-is-it show! Short weeks tend to throw us off. We spin brand new tracks, and on The Mind Trench, Rob Bollix impersonates elephant seals (as well as telling us a whole bunch about them, too). Rachel chats to Neive Strang about her new single Living In Two, and her upcoming show at Whammy Bar. Batanai Mashingaidze talks to Rachel about Dakota of the White Flats, a punk anarchic noir play for rangatahi. Whakarongo mai nei!
Filling in for Rachel on this very chilly morning, playing some winter warmers as a remedy.
Setlist:
Radiance II - Basic Channel
Sunshine Recorder - Boards of Canada
Kauna (Mixed) - Aquasky
Hypersleep (97 Revamp) - Voyager
Heliospan - Aphex Twin
Senses on Fire (Fujiya & Miyagi Remix) - Mercury Rev
Chase Scene Part 1 - The Lahaar
Up on the Sun - Meat Puppets
I Hear A New World - Joe Meek
Anywhere - Yoshiaki Ochi
Emerald Pools - Steve Thomsen
The Throning - Hype Williams
Rakiya Su Kataman - Altin Gun
Skills - Gang Starr
Thousand Knives - Ryuichi Sakamoto
Temptation - New Order
You Can Fall - Broadcast
Brakhage - Stereolab
In deine Hande - Popol Vuh
Flood Into - Fazerdaze
We’re Gonna Have A Real Good Time Together - Velvet Underground
A Desperate Situation - Garey Davenport, Mannequin
Penny For Love - Majesty Crush
Blow Up - Bowery Electric
Six Pack - Tortoise
Irato - Duster
Crazy Blue - A.R. Kane
Tudo Que Voce Podia Ser - Quarteto Em Cy
Napoleon - Papa M
The Rescue - Soft Location
Dino - Harmonia
Little Audrey - Stephen
Hearts in Exile (45 Version) - The Homosexuals
Style Decision - Women
Surfin’ with the Shah - Urinals
Movie Star - King Kong
Harbored - Helvetia
Walking With Jesus - Spacemen 3
So Below - A Blunt Jester
Noklus - Rezzett
Part of Me - Klute
All A Dream - The Telescopes
Welcome to another glorious short week, whānau! On Fashun, Penelope Noir takes us on the illustrious journey of the red carpet, from the Trojan War to E! News. Auto Angel and Baby Zionov are in the studio chatting to Rachel about their upcoming show (with Hybrid Rose), Dolls On Tour.Suri brings us an intriguing review of Heart Sutra on Loose Reads. Salene gives you the renting lowdown on A Room Of One's Own. Whakarongo mai nei!
Today on the show, Dr Kirsten Zemke takes us on a tour of mallet songs on Travelling Tunes. Princess Chelsea dials in all the way from New York City to talk to Rachel about her recent Taite Prize win. The Viewmaster yarns about Class of '07, the latest of the girlie pop apocalypse shows. Whakarongo mai nei!
On today's show, Dr Lara Greaves dials in for a spot of Political Commentary. Delaney Mes covers winter puds and the benefits of a bottle of cream on Breakfast Food. Flo and Bella Wilson come in to chat about the premier of their dance show, STRUCTURE.Whakarongo mai nei!
A large show this morning! Prime Minister Chris Hipkins dials in for What's Up to talk about the happenings of Aotearoa. In The Mind Trench, Rob Bollix walks us through eyes, and the mysteries of the Cambrian Explosion. We share the reporting from the Taite Awards last night, from Stella and Tuva'a. Reb Fountain visits the studio to chat about her new standalone single, and upcoming show. The bloodstainedeyes crew, rangatahi from the Ignite programme, come up to tell us about their kaupapa and the gig they're organising (where all profits will go to the Mental Health Foundation). Whakarongo mai nei!
A round of Second Guessing warms up those neurons. Deputy Mayor Desley Simpson dials in to chat about the recently released review of council's conduct during the flooding, and a food scrap collection rollout beginning. Julien Dyne chats to Rachel about his projects The Lahaar and The Circling Sun. On Stage Direction, Alice chats to Andrea Kelland about her one woman show, A Tart On Tour.On Ready Steady Learn, Sir Collin Tukuitonga talks to Rachel about the launch of the first research centre for Pacific and Global Health, called Te Poutoko Ora a Kiwa. Whakarongo mai nei!
Welcome back to another week! Penelope Noir gives us the history of fishtail parkas on Fashun. Dancers from the New Zealand Dance Company, Katie Rudd and Brydie Colquhoun come up to the studio to talk about Stage Of Being. On Loose Reads, Jenna reviews I Have Some Questions For You.Justine answers your employment and union queries on Red Dead Redemption. Whakarongo mai nei!
Alas, the short week comes to a close. On Breakfast Buffet, we dine with Liam from Ōtautahi's RDU. Dr Kirsten Zemke takes us down the road of upbeat tracks on Travelling Tunes. Johanna Cosgrove is in the studio for a kōrero about her comedy festival show Hi, Deluded. The Viewmaster reviews season two of Yellowjackets. Violet Hirst dials in to chat about her new single Descending Song. Whakarongo mai nei!
The fire alarm continues to terrorise us, but we persist. Vera Ellen dials in to chat about her new album Ideal Home Noise,and the accompanying tour that's visiting Tāmaki Makaurau this weekend. OP Lilypad is in the studio talking about his new project OPLP.Whakarongo mai nei!
Today on the show, Marama Davidson dials in for What's Up, chatting about the fallout from Posie Parker's visit, the party's response to recent leaks, Cabinet's discussions around Covid restrictions, and Marama's thoughts on Jacinda Ardern’s legacy. Rob Bollix takes us to The Mind Trench, with things he simply can not believe. Melodownz comes up to the studio to talk about his upcoming tour kicking off this weekend. CHAII chats 'Persian Nights', her upcoming show at The Mothership. Liv Parker is in the studio to chat about her Comedy Festival show 'Werewolves, Vampires, and Harry Styles'. Whakarongo mai nei!
Welcome to another short week on the show! Grecco Romank's Damian and Billie come up to the studio to chat about the last leg of their Wet Exit tour, and the album itself. Alice talks kids theatre on Stage Direction, for your school holiday viewing pleasure. Today is World Parkinson's Day, so for Ready Steady Learn, Dr Victor Dieriks from the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences at UoA talks about coffee's protective effects against the condition. Whakarongo mai nei!
We end the short week on a lovely note! Rod Oram dials in for a spot of Political Commentary, discussing Jacinda Ardern's legacy and the parliamentary crackdown on lobbyists. Delaney Mes comes in to chat nostalgic road trip snacks on Breakfast Food. Jazmine Mary is in the studio to chat about their new single Seagull. Jim phones up for some Greening Out ahead of Easter. Whakarongo mai nei!
It's faux-Thursday! (It's Wednesday but in a short week.) Rob Bollix leads us to The Mind Trench, as we explore nature and noise. Leaping Tiger dials in all the way from London to chat to Rachel about his new album Godspeed!Harry and Alex from F.A.I.R.Y are in the studio to talk about their gig in Tāmaki Makaurau tomorrow night at Whammy Bar, and their new album It Lives.Whakarongo mai nei!
Today, Deputy Mayor of Tāmaki Makaurau, Desley Simpson, dials in to chat about what will happen following the Budget submissions closing, leaks in Western Springs Park, and the recent cancellation of co-governance meetings in Mount Eden. Eli Matthewson is in the studio talking about Muckaround Comedy and his upcoming comedy fest show Gutterball. On Stage Direction, Sachie and Trent from Fish Sawtell Alice and Rachel about the show's conception and future. Whakarongo mai nei!
Ah, another fire alarm show. Join us in chatting to Penelope Noir on Fashun about how the sailor suit became a children's outfit. Co-producers Saraid de Silva and Julie Zhu come up to the studio to talk about a new season of their podcast Conversations With My Immigrant Parents, being released weekly from today. On Loose Reads, Suri reviews Victory City by Salman Rushdie. Salene answers your tenancy queries on A Room Of One's Own. Whakarongo mai nei!
Enjoy a packed Friday show for your troubles. We transport ourselves to Ōtepoti's Radio One, chatting with Dave about the goings-on of the city. On Travelling Tunes Dr Kirsten Zemke ponders songs about the moon (of which there are many). Nicole of Carb On Carb dials in to yarn about their new single Grounded,which has been released today. The crew from Soft Plastics come up to the studio to chat about their album released this morning, Saturn Return.Whakarongo mai nei!
On today's show, Associate Professor Lara Greaves dials in for a bit of Political Commentary- she discusses the responses to anti-transphobia rallies on the weekend, National’s education policy and Stuart Nash's sacking. Delaney chats tomatoes and chocolate eggs onn Breakfast Food, as well as how good shopping in your fridge is. Bella from Coast Arcade comes into the studio for an acoustic live performance of some tracks, including their new single Surf Clubwhich will be out tomorrow. Whakarongo mai nei!
Today on the show, Nicola Willis chats to Rachel on What's Up about National's education policy, the political responses to Posie Parker's visit and Christopher Luxon's State of the Nation speech from earlier this month. Rob Bollix talks health and repair on The Mind Trench. Rachel speaks to IMNZ Classic Record recipient Micronism (AKA Denver McCarthy) about Inside A Quiet Mind.Vanessa Worm dials in to chat about her upcoming gig this Saturday, and her recently released album Mosaics.Whakarongo mai nei!
Merry last-chance-to-submit-on-the-budget day! Rachel speaks to Deputy Mayor of Tāmaki Makaurau, Desley Simpson, about it being the last day of Budget submissions, and Tāmaki leaving Local Government New Zealand. Grace Cummings is in the studio for some beautiful live acoustic tracks, and a chat about her debut solo show in Aotearoa. On Stage Direction, Alice brings us Hweiling and Shervonne from the crew of Not Woman Enough.Claire Miller tells us about The Endometriosis Project on Ready Steady Learn. Whakarongo mai nei!
Welcome to another week! This morning, Karl Sölve Steven comes up to the studio to chat to Rachel about his recently announced project All Of Human Emotion On Microfiche (The Remixes).Jenna dials in for Loose Reads, where she reviews Cursed Bread by Sophie Mackintosh. On Red Dead Redemption, Justine answers your union and employment queries, from music in the office to lump sum payments. Whakarongo mai nei!
Boy, have we cooked up an end-of-the-week-show for you. On Travelling Tunes we explore the mighty mandolin, and its genre-spanning goodness. Neil MacLeod pops up to the studio to talk about his remix album, which is out today. The Viewmaster tells us about Paul T. Goldman, a docuseries that's only available to see in Aotearoa for one night at The Hollywood Avondale. Stinky Jim dials in to chat about his new project for Race Relations Week, and spins us some new tracks. Whakarongo mai nei!
Welcome to a packed show! Rachel discusses the teachers’ strike, the most recent IPCC report and government’s re prioritisation of policies on Political Commentary with Jennifer Curtin. Akiko Kurematsu comes into the studio for a spot of Breakfast Food to talk about her new book Mother Tongue. László from Ringlets dials in to chat about their single Sever released on Monday, and their upcoming debut album to be released April 3. Greening Out with Jim makes a triumphant return, and he tells us all about what do to to your garden in this autumnal period. AJA phones up from Pōneke to talk about her new single Feel It, that's just dropped today. Whakarongo mai nei!
They don't call it hump day for no reason- but the show this morning is stacked and packed, ready to get you through the week. The Prime Minister dials in to the studio to speak with Rachel about cyclone recovery, the teachers' strike and the recent policy re-prioritisation. The Bard of Bollix returns with a fresh train poem on The Mind Trench, and an infuriating game of four truths one lie. Wairehu from Half Time phones up to talk about tha band's gig this Friday, and their plans for overseas shows. The wonderful Jason from Sleaford Mods zooms across the seas to dial in to the show and chat to Rachel about their new album UK Grim, and upcoming Aotearoa shows. Whakarongo mai nei!
Today on the show Deputy Mayor Desley Simpson dials in to talk to Rachel about community responses to the Auckland Budget, and the Mayor's recent comments about librarians. Ahi Karunaharan, writer and director of Open Stage: A Mixtape For Maladiescomes up to the studio to chat about the show, which is part of the Auckland Arts Festival. Alice returns from overseas to update us on the theatre-goings-on of Tāmaki Makaurau on Stage Direction. On Ready Steady Learn, Emma Carroll from the University of Auckland's School of Biological Sciences chats to Rachel about her research on the Tohorā (southern right whale). Whakarongo mai nei!
Another week, whānau! Thom from Guardian Singles dials in about their upcoming album preview show on 1 April to celebrate their second studio release Feed Me To The Doves (which will be out on 26th May). Suri tells us about Object Coach by author Tom Lee on Loose Reads. Salene comes into the studio to calm your renting woes on A Room Of One's Own. Whakarongo mai nei!
Welcome to Friday! This morning the SRN portal spits us out in Manawatū, to chat with Radio Control's Jordan. On Travelling Tunes, Kirsten Zemke brings us boogie woogie. Ahead of Beacon Festival, Ruby Savage and Shy One visit the studio to spin some tracks with the flavour of their weekend sets. The Viewmaster yarns about Daisy Jones and the Six (streaming on Amazon Prime). Sam Morgan dials in from Pōneke to chat to Rachel about his podcast Able Audio, which explores the intersection of disability and music technology. Whakarongo mai nei!
It's showtime! On Political Commentary, we have a special edition in which India Logan-Riley from A Better Budget for Auckland speaks to Rachel about the group's aims and reasoning. Delaney Mes chats nostalgic school lunches and minimising food waste on Breakfast Food. Space Ghost comes into the studio to play some tracks and talk to Rachel about his upcoming set at Beacon Festival (this weekend!). The wonderful Mokotron also comes up to the studio, to spin some unreleased tracks and chat about their first live performance as Mokotron in Ōtautahi. Whakarongo mai nei!
The mid-week show brings all sorts to your airwaves (and ear holes). Marama Davidson dials in to talk to Rachel about the government's reprioritisations, the conversation around mitigation vs adaptation and the teachers strike tomorrow. Rob Bollix takes us to The Mind Trench, where we talk bees (on the b). Daniel Mateo, a dancer in an Auckland Arts Festival show Sandsong: Stories from the Great Sandy Desert comes into the studio to talk about the group's work. Riot Gull dials in from Ōtepoti to talk about their upcoming performances in Tāmaki Makaurau, and their soon-to-be-released album. Whakarongo mai nei!
Welcome to another Tuesday in the endless parade of time. Today, Rachel chats to Steve Newall, progammer for the NZ International Fraud Film Festival, about exposing the underbelly of fraud via film. On Stage Direction, Aaron Richardson comes up to the studio to talk about the return season of The Wedding. Ready Steady Learn serves us some knowledge, as Professor Cliona Ni Mhurchu chats to Rachel about her group's recently published research into how marketing strategies in supermarkets affect our food choices. Whakarongo mai nei!
Welcome to another week, whānau! On Fashun, Penelope Noir brings us the origins of sailor suits. Overmono phones in to chat to Rachel about their performance in Aotearoa, and upcoming album. On Loose Reads, Jenna gives us a rundown of the Ockham New Zealand Book Awards finalists. Justine answers all of your employment queries on Red Dead Redemption. Whakarongo mai nei.
We made it to the end of the week, whānau. On today's show, we graze at the Breakfast Buffet, chatting to Liam from RDU (Ōtautahi's finest). Travelling Tunes takes us on a trip around the world of numbers in songs- it's prolific. Jen Cloher comes into the studio and graces our ears with two beautiful waita from their new album I Am The River, The River Is Me - Ko au te awa, Ko te awa ko au. On Viewmaster, Sam sings the praises of Rūrangi (which you can watch on Neon). Brandn Shiraz comes up to the studio to chat to Rachel about his self-titled EP that dropped today. Whakarongo tonu mai!
A much more serene show today, lacking in fire alarms. But not lacking in content! Rod Oram dials in for some Political Commentary, to speak to Rachel about the proposed Auckland Council Budget, and discourse around mitigation and adaptation. Delaney Mes brings the autumnal vibes on Breakfast Food, chatting about pies and crumbles. Pete from Surf Friends comes up to the studio to chat about their new single Woohooahead of their album's release (Sonic Waves is out next week!). Pickle Darling speaks to Rachel about their upcoming trip to America for South by Southwest, and their new single. Whakarongo tonu mai!
Fire alarms, new producers, great tunes- Wednesday brings it all. On The Mind Trench, Rob Bollix improves our lives by telling us which habits improve cognitive function. Billie from the Hollywood Avondale comes up with Louisa Nicklin to chat to Rachel about the Hollywood Avondale's special screening of Meet Me in the Bathroom.The Auckland Arts Festival joy continues as Eric Beauchesne, Associate Artistic Director of Revisor, comes into the studio to talk about the show's history and opening night (tomorrow!). Whakarongo tonu mai!
Welcome to a stacked show! The Deputy Mayor, Desley Simpson, dials in to speak to Rachel about regional parks that are still closed, frustrations from Muriwai residents over uncertainty and some budget updates now that submissions are open. Jujulipps comes up to the studio to chat about her recent performance at Alfred's, and her upcoming appearance at Cross Street Music Festival. On Stage Direction, Louise Jiang speaks to Rachel about her solo work Actor//Android (which opens tonight at Basement Theatre!). Dr Claudia Gomez a lecturer in the School of Critical Studies in Education, Ready Steady Learn about her co-authored novel Slow Wonder.
Welcome to another week of Breakfast! On Fashun, Penelope Noir brings us a continuation of the colour matching trend- what colours are the go for television, and what totally ruins the shot? Hybrid Rose comes into the studio to chat about her upcoming single Planet Intercourse.Suri recommends a brand new novel from Bret Easton Ellis on Loose Reads, and Salene gives us the renting lowdown on A Room Of One's Own. Whakarongo mai nei!
Happy Friday, whānau! On Travelling Tunes Rachel speaks to Dr. Zemke about bad pitch, and why it's so enjoyable to some (and detestable to others). Dylan Pellett from Independent Music NZ Inc. comes into the studio to announce the Taite Music Prize finalists for 2023! On Viewmaster, Sam gives us the lowdown on a low-effort superhero watch, Extraordinary.Finally, Rachel speaks to Ataahua Papa, Kaihautū Māori of the Auckland Arts Festival, about the event's triumphant return to Tāmaki Makaurau. Whakarongo mai nei!
Welcome to the Thursday show! On Political Commentary, Rachel speaks to Lara Greaves about climate change discourse, water infrastructure and TEU strikes. Murdoch Stephens, author of Rat King Landlord, chats to Rachel about a Renter's United edition. Oscar from Soaked Oats dials in to talk about the newly released video for Pink Beach, and Fi of morris st network chats about their compilation felt cute, might delete.Whakarongo mai!
The mid-week show is packed and bound to lift spirits! On What's Up, Rachel speaks to Nicola Willis about Cyclone Gabrielle recovery, National's water policy plans, and Maureen Pugh's comments on climate change. Rob Bollix takes us to The Mind Trench, and what on earth are giant pyrosomes? Esther and Micheline from Housewitches dial in from Pōneke to chat about their new EP Toilets For Everyone. Sam Harmony from Friendly Potential chats to Rachel about the upcoming Beacon Festival, and spins a few tracks from artists on the lineup. Whakarongo mai!
Tuesday is bountiful! Rachel chats to Deputy Mayor of Tāmaki Makaurau Desley Simpson about what the budget means for climate, arts and community funding across the city. Billy Bragg talks to Rachel about his lifelong activism, and recent shows in Aotearoa. On Stage Direction, Amber and Popai come up to the studio to talk about Hemo is Home at Te Pou Theatre. Finally, Hēmi Dale joins us on Ready Steady Learn, to talk about pathways for te reo Māori revitalisation. Whakarongo mai!
Proteins Of Magic talks to Rachel about new projects (a new single, Divine Physics and an EP, Angel Hieroglyphics), new shows (get tickets to their LOT23 gig!) and the process of writing and producing tracks that tap into elemental spaces, beyond language. We also give Divine Physics a spin, so have a listen!
Welcome to Monday! To start your week, we bring you Fashun with Penelope Noir where Pennie talks colour matching, and Proteins of Magic comes into the studio to talk about new work and upcoming shows. Jenna graces Loose Reads with a new recommendation, and Justine Sachs gives us the employment lowdown on Red Dead Redemption. Whakarongo mai nei!
Justine chats setting boundaries at work, what resources should be covered at the company's expense, and non-compete clauses.
Jenna tells about her favourite read of the summer from Percival Everett, The Trees, a page-turning comic horror!
It's Zoë's last day as Breakfast Producer today! Whakarongo mai nei for some big feels in the studio, lots of lovely texts from the listeners, the Friday usuals like Breakfast Buffet, Travelling Tunes, and Viewmaster and to send her off. Also, the wonderful Liam K. Swiggs phones up for a chat about the Footmahi for Tāmaki Makaurau compilation! Bye bye Zoë! We will miss you!
All the Tuesday good stuff! Second Guessing, a fire alarm, a chat with Auckland's Deputy Mayor Desley Simpson, Hollie Fullbrook on the line for the new Tiny Ruins' single, Stage Direction, and Ready Steady Learn! Whakarongo mai nei!
The week kicks off with some Fashun with Penelope Noir, a kōrero with some of the crew for the To The Front Pathways Programme about their upcoming gig at Big Fan, Loose Reads with Suri, and A Room of One's Own w/ Salene! Whakarongo mai nei!
Finally, Rāmere is here! On The Breakfast Buffet we chat to Maggie from RadioActive about Cyclone Gabrielle and the people who have been affected from the Hawke's Bay region. Rachel explores anti nuclear music with with Dr. Kirsten Zemke in Travelling Tunes, Revulva's Phoebe Johnson dials in to talk about their latest music ahead of their gig tonight, and on ViewmasterSam Sinnott talks about the chaos that ensues in the second season of 'Hunters'. Last but not least, Mac from Juno Is came in and had a chat with Rachel about their music and creative process. Whakarongo mai nei!
Rachel has a kōrero with Associate Professor Dr. Lara Greaves about co-governance post-Waitangi and post-cyclone.
It's almost Rāmere in this exceptionally long week, and we have a packed show for you today! On Political Commentary with Dr Lara Greaves, we chat about the happenings of the week, and co-governance post-Waitangi. Rachel chats to Princess Chelsea about her new album, her shows in Tāmaki Makaurau, and her tour around Europe. And on Breakfast Food, Delaney Mes talks kai! Whakarongo mai nei!
Princess Chelsea phones in to chat with Rachel about her shows in Aotearoa, her new album and her tour around Europe.
Delaney Mes brings us a chat about comfort food and what goes down at the bakery. Whakarongo mai nei!
The last ever Word Salad! Amelia D'Screte chats about recommendations for books-and-stuff.
This week, Rachel and Marama Davidson talk about the response to Cyclone Gabrielle, climate change responses overall and takeaways from Waitangi.
Kia ora whanau! This Rāapa, we have What's Up with Green Party co-leader Marama Davidson, where Rachel chats with her about Cyclone Gabrielle's impacts. As always, Rob Bollix leads us through The Mind Trench, Amelia D'Screte serves us some delicious Word Salad for the very last time. Whakarongo mai nei!
For an eventful start of the week with Cyclone Gabrielle knocking on Auckland's door, Rachel talks to Jenna Todd about Birnam Wood by Eleanor Catton for Loose Reads, Justine speaks to us over the phone for our regular segmant of Red Dead Redemption focusing on the recent wet weather, We have Guy Montgomery beam in via the internet to talk about his project, Guy Montgomery Guy Mont Spelling Bee, and finally we speak with Penelopy Noir for her regular segment 'Fashun'. Whakarongo mai nei!
Kae Tempest had a chat with Rachel about their music, style, and writing ahead of their gig at The Powerstation on February 24.
Our Viewmaster Sam chats with Rachel about a good show to weather the cyclone with, Poker Face, avaliable for free on TVNZ+.
For this week's SRN Breakfast Buffet Rachel has a yarn with Jordan Kupe from Radio Control in the Manawatū. Whakarongo mai nei!
Dr. Zemke chats with Rachel about another fascinating genre, Gamelan music — a traditional sound of Java and Bali in Indonesia, and one that's been a big pop influence. Whakarongo mai nei!
Haz and Miloux join Rachel in the studio to chat about their recent music and debut a new song — What U Do, featuring Diggy Dupé.
For the final show of another week, Jordan from Radio Control joins Rachel for a fantastic Breakfast Buffet, Dr. Zemke talks Gamelan-esque pop music for Travelling Tunes, and we've got an interview with one-of-a-kind artist Kae Tempest. After that, Viewmaster Sam talks Poker Face and Rachel wraps it up with a chat in-studio with duo Haz and Miloux, who debut their new single. Whakarongo mai nei!
Rachel chats to Jennifer Curtin about Cabinet's recent re-prioritising, and the events at Waitangi.
Rachel speaks to Lucky Boy^ and Crystal from Phoebe Rings about their new collaborative track 'Burned Out'.
Welcome to the mid-week show! The Mind Trench is back as per usual with the bees knees and elephant sneezes. Rachel speaks to Savina Fountain and Aubrie Mitchel from BIG FAN about their programme Ignite, a new initiative for rangatahi wanting to enter NZ music scene. Whakarongo mai nei!
The Bard returns with gifts of poetry, the bees knees, elephant sneezes and ponders humankind's propensity to see faces in just about anything.
Savina Fountain and Aubrie Mitchel from BIG FAN chat to Rachel about Ignite, a new initiative for rangatahi wanting to enter the music scene in Aotearoa.
I tēnei ata Rachel speaks with Jazmine Rose Philips about the Festival of Live Art, Adam Rohe talks 'Man Lessons' on Stage Direction with Alice, and Tim Hazeldine talks about Universal Basic Income on Ready Steady, Learn!
We've made it to the end of the week and to top it off we've got a Breakfast Buffet with none other than Dave Borrie at Radio One, Travelling Tunes with Dr. Kirsten Zemke, Vera Ellen on the line to chat about her brand new single 'Carpenter,' and Viewmaster with Sam! Whakarongo mai nei!
It's a Thursday morning and today on the show we've got the Deputy Leader of the Opposition talking about the Auckland floods, the latest polls, and comments around inflation and the minimum wage on What's Up w/ Nicola Willis; Delaney's here for some great comfort baking recs on Breakfast Food, and Logan Collis aka Honey phones up for a kōrero about Cxnt Vol.1! Whakarongo mai nei!
The weather in Tāmaki Makaurau continues to be absolutely awful (we hope you're doing okay out there!) but the radio is here to keep you company. Today we've got some Political Commentary with Associate Professor Dr. Lara Greaves, Rob chats Mr. Blobby and black bears on The Mind Trench, Andwhan from The Big Fresh Collective is on the line to chat about his new EP, and Amelia's here for Word Salad! Whakarongo mai nei!
It's a damp Tuesday morning, and Rachel and Zoë take you through from 7 until 10 with a special edition of A Room of One's Own with Salene where she shares advice and help for renters who are struggling after the Auckland floods, the Creative Director of Auckland Pride Festival, Nathan Joe, is on the line for a kōrero, Janina Nana Yaa chats about their F.O.L.A. show on Stage Direction, and we learn about anauralia on Ready Steady Learn! Whakarongo mai nei, and sending out much aroha to everyone affected by the floods over the weekend xx
It's Thursday morning and on the Breakfast show we have Rod Oram on the line for some much needed Political Commentary, an early spin of the fantastic new Theia track 'Pray 4 Me' and a kōrero too, Jim's here for all your garden needs on Greening Out, and Roy Irwin chats about their new single 'Clover'. Whakarongo mai nei!
Today on the Breakfast Show Rachel and Zoë chat to Rob Bollix for the Mind Trench, Gussie Larkin is on the line to talk about a cool opportunity that To The Front is putting on this weekend, Liz and Jon from The Beths are here to talk about Laneway and plans for the year, and Amelia chats about death on Word Salad. Whakarongo mai nei!
Tuesday things! A kōrero with Dbldbl and L V J, all things theatre on Stage Direction with Alice, and Ready Steady Learn! Whakarongo mai nei!
It's the hard launch of Breakfast 2023! Whakarongo mai nei for some Fashun with Penelope Noir, Loose Reads with Jenna, and all the tunes and chats your heart desires.
Olly from Universal Harmony covers bFM Friday breakfast. Playing some late night radio staples... UKG, alt-Country, non-alt country, and some student radio classics from way back in 2016...
Eli from the Stew fills in for R & Z while they're off being worldbeaters. Check the tracklist and see if there's anything that peaks your interest.
I update my playlist here after each show.
It's the last show of soft launch week, and Rachel and Zoë take you through from 7 until 10 with chats, tunes, and Louisa Nicklin in the studio! Whakarongo mai nei!
A show of resolutions, eggplants, a kōrero with Ex-Partner and brand new, exclusive Grecco Romank! Whakarongo mai nei
All the tunes and chats your heart desires, plus a kōrero with Ripshipabout their debut album that came out just before the summer break! Whakarongo mai nei!
The weather is a bit meh, but Breakfast has some rainy-summery tunes to take you through from 7 - 10, plus an analysis of the egg shortage and a kōrero with SKILAA's Chelsea Prastiti. Whakarongo mai nei!
Breakfast is back for 2023! Rachel and Zoë have a super lax show of music and chats to ease you into your brand new year. Hopefully you had a restful and safe break, we're looking forward to more of the good usual Breakfast stuff in 2023! Whakarongo mai nei.
95bFM News journos Joe and Emilia take you through this Rāmere morning with plenty of tunes and yarns!
💚 Thank you for what was a very special show. The first 1.5 hours we roll out the usual selection (dream pop and associated genres). And the following 1.5 hours we dig deep into the 140 / dubstep / bass music crate. I've never received so much love on a show so thank you so much to everyone tuning in. As discussed I will look at opening up a weekly slot to showcase this music as it appears there's quite the appetite for it. 💚
Happy new year beautiful humans, have a lovely rest of your week. See you next Friday 5 - 7 am for my regular stew!
Spotify playlist for those that way inclined: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1khsO9BSkMzJIr4t7GIP0b?si=e48b3e6d68994b35
Eli takes you through a stew's worth of musical ingredients. This bcast features a radio premier from Aotearoa producer Third Nature with their track Dreamstate Tūī. Apologies as the recording appears to cut off halfway through.
It's the last Breakfast Show for 2022! From Flatbush to Ponsonby road, join us as we head off on a mad car chase around Auckland to track down our Summer Sorted Super Prize Winner Hussain. Happy Holidays, see you again in the New Year!
We've made it to the end of another week, and today Zoë takes you through from 7am 'til 10am featuring a chat with Wellness about their debut single 'Beach', a phone call from Hybrid Rose to chat about ULTRAKUNT,and Young Gho$t on the line for a kōrero about his JUNGLE HOLIDAY EP! Whakarongo mai nei!
Amelia and Zoë take you through from 7am until 10am with plenty of tunes, chats, and of course your Thursday regulars like Political Commentary with Rod Oram, Greening Out with Jim, as well as a chat with James Harding from Best Bets! Whakarongo mai nei!
Zoë takes you through from 7 until 10am this morning! Whakarongo mai nei for The Mind Trench, this week covering bats, throat singing and gold fish. Luka Buda tells us about his cover album COVERS 3, and Amelia educates us on the illustrious past of Valley girl lingo on Word Salad. Whakarongo mai nei!
Zoë takes you through from 7 until 10am this morning, with plenty of tunes and plenty of chats! Whakarongo mai nei for a kōrero with Te KuraHuia about her incredible new track 'UHA', Miles Sutton from Welcomer is on the line to talk about their debut self-titled EP, Alice is here for Stage Direction chatting contemporary dance, and we do some learning on Ready Steady Learn! Whakarongo mai nei!
Zoë takes you through from 7am 'til 10am this morning with plenty of tunes and chats with Lawrence Arabia and Loose Reads with Jenna! Whakarongo mai nei!
Sportsteam and the 95bFM's Top Ten's Annabel and Callum, alonside Zoë, take you through from 7 - 10am on this Friday morning. Whakarongo mai nei for some Travelling Tunes, Viewmaster, and a kōrero with Sophiya, alongside some Top Ten magic.
I tenei ata on Breakfast: Rachel and Rob talk about tardigrades and space on The Mind Trench, Rita Mae chats about her new single and show this sunday at the Hollywood, Julia Parnell tells us about Loading Docs 2022, and Amelia D'Screte is getting hip and diggy with some Beatnik slang on Word Salad. Tune in!
Zoë takes you through from 7 - 10am this morning, complete with a kōrero with Goodnight My Darling, Stage Direction with Alice Canton and Brynley Stent chatting about this year's Basement Theatre Christmas Show SLEIGH!,Short Player thanks to Hunter's Totally Wired, and plenty of tunes! Whakarongo mai nei!
On this Monday morning we have a chat with the CEO and co-founder of Play It Strange and this year's lyrics winner Chris Rowe, then Jenna brings in a monster of a book on Loose Reads, and Salene helps you out with all your renting q's on A Room Of One's Own! Whakarongo mai nei!
The show kicks off in the Appalachian Hills where Dr. Kirsten Zemke chats about experimental bluegrass music on Travelling Tunes, the Rachel shares her kōrero with the crew from Automatic ahead of their Auckland show next year, Sam brings us a great TV rec on Viewmaster, and Morgana O'Reilly chats about the return season of her show Stories About My Body!Whakarongo mai nei!
The show kicks off with Professor Jennifer Curtin talking us through the events of the day on Political Commentary, then Reuben Hudson phones up from Naarm/ Melbourne to chat about his EP Cloudhead,Jim's got some gardening tips on Greening Out,and Voom's Buzz Moller chats about their new track with Fazerdaze! Whakarongo mai nei!
The show kicks off with What's Up with Nicola Willis where the deputy leader of the opposition shares her thoughts on youth justice reform, He Waka Eke Noa, and the Make It 16 campaign; then Hans. comes into the studio to chat about his latest EP Candy;and Amelia d'Screte unleashes her wrath upon word of the year in Word Salad. Whakarongo mai nei!
We shake off the dust from Saturday's fantastic Student Radio Network Awards with a little bit of Fashun with Penelope Noir, a chat with Xanthe from Recitals about their upcoming tour, Loose Reads with Manon, and Red Dead Redemption with Justine Sachs! Whakarongo mai nei!
The show kicks off with a Breakfast Buffet connecting us to Te Papaioea's Radio Control, the Kirsten chats about sugary sweet songs on Travelling Tunes, Mermaidens come in for a kōrero ahead of their gig at Big Fan tonight, Sam's here for Viewmaster, and Joeli Thacker from Hobson Street Theatre Company has a chat about their latest show, Dilemma! Whakarongo mai nei!
The show kicks off with some Political Commentary with Dr. Lara Greaves, Thomas Arbor chats about an upcoming gig, and Jim chats worms on Greening Out! Whakarongo mai nei!
The show kicks off with some Political Commentary with Dr. Lara Greaves, Thomas Arbor chats about an upcoming gig, and Jim chats worms on Greening Out! Whakarongo mai nei!
The show kicks off with a chat with Deputy Prime Minister Grant Robertson as the Prime Minister is overseas, the Rob chats ancient combs in the Mind Trench, Neil Ieremia chats about The Art of Black Grace,and Amelia d'Screte is here for Word Salad! Whakarongo mai nei!
The show kicks off with a chat with Deputy Prime Minister Grant Robertson as the Prime Minister is overseas, the Rob chats ancient combs in the Mind Trench, Neil Ieremia chats about The Art of Black Grace,and Amelia d'Screte is here for Word Salad! Whakarongo mai nei!
The show kicks off with a kinda tricky round of Second Guessing, Eamon Edmundson-Wells from the Musical Electronics Library comes in for a chat about their eighth birthday celebrations, Jess Hong and Uhyoung Choi come into the studio for a kōrero about The First Prime Time Asian Sitcomon Stage Direction,and we chat hearing protection at the club on Ready Steady Learn! Whakarongo mai nei!
The show kicks off with a kinda tricky round of Second Guessing, Eamon Edmundson-Wells from the Musical Electronics Library comes in for a chat about their eighth birthday celebrations, Jess Hong and Uhyoung Choi come into the studio for a kōrero about The First Prime Time Asian Sitcomon Stage Direction,and we chat hearing protection at the club on Ready Steady Learn! Whakarongo mai nei!
The show kicks off with some Fashun with Penelope Noir, Michael Logie drops by the studio to chat about his new EP FKD NIGHT,Jenna brings in a fantastic book recommendation on Loose Reads, and Salene helps you out with all your renting questions on A Room of One's Own! Whakarongo mai nei!
The show kicks off with some Fashun with Penelope Noir, Michael Logie drops by the studio to chat about his new EP FKD NIGHT,Jenna brings in a fantastic book recommendation on Loose Reads, and Salene helps you out with all your renting questions on A Room of One's Own! Whakarongo mai nei!
The show kicks off with some Travelling Tunes with Dr. Kirsten Zemke, then Chris Parker comes into the studio to chat about Chris & Eli's Porn Revolution, Sam chats White Lotus and Jennifer Coolidge on Viewmaster, and Brown Boy Magik has a kōrero about AHI AHI. Whakarongo mai nei!
The show kicks off with some Travelling Tunes with Dr. Kirsten Zemke, then Chris Parker comes into the studio to chat about Chris & Eli's Porn Revolution, Sam chats White Lotus and Jennifer Coolidge on Viewmaster, and Brown Boy Magik has a kōrero about AHI AHI. Whakarongo mai nei!
The show kicks off with a bit of Political Commentary live from Egypt where Rod Oram is reporting on COP 27, then Church of Church & AP shares his go to breakfast recipe on Breakfast Food, Louisa Nicklin comes into the studio for a chat about her new track 'No Good', Jim chats composting on Greening Out, and Vera Ellen has a kōrero about her Aotearoa Music Awards win! Whakarongo mai nei!
The show kicks off with a bit of Political Commentary live from Egypt where Rod Oram is reporting on COP 27, then Church of Church & AP shares his go to breakfast recipe on Breakfast Food, Louisa Nicklin comes into the studio for a chat about her new track 'No Good', Jim chats composting on Greening Out, and Vera Ellen has a kōrero about her Aotearoa Music Awards win! Whakarongo mai nei!
The show kicks off with the monthly kōrero with Green Party co-leader in What's Up with Marama Davidson, then the Bard chats about his second favourite species on The Mind Trench, Rachel shares her interview with Jen Cloher on the release of their new track 'Mana Takatāpui,' and Matt Goody chats about Needles and Plastic, his new book about the first decade of Flying Nun! Whakarongo mai nei!
The show kicks off with the monthly kōrero with Green Party co-leader in What's Up with Marama Davidson, then the Bard chats about his second favourite species on The Mind Trench, Rachel shares her interview with Jen Cloher on the release of their new track 'Mana Takatāpui,' and Matt Goody chats about Needles and Plastic, his new book about the first decade of Flying Nun! Whakarongo mai nei!
The show kicks off with a speedy round of Second Guessing, followed by a kōrero with Sam Te Kani about an upcoming multi-media gig with i.e. crazy and Dominic Hoey, then Thomas Monckton tells us about his upcoming show on Stage Direction, and we learn about mussel protection on Ready Steady Learn! Whakarongo mai nei!
The show kicks off with a speedy round of Second Guessing, followed by a kōrero with Sam Te Kani about an upcoming multi-media gig with i.e. crazy and Dominic Hoey, then Thomas Monckton tells us about his upcoming show on Stage Direction, and we learn about mussel protection on Ready Steady Learn! Whakarongo mai nei!
The week kicks off with some Fashun with Penelope Noir, David Farrier in the studio chatting about his new film Mister Organ, a book recommendation on Loose Reads with Suri, and solidarity 4eva with Justine on Red Dead Redemption! Whakarongo mai nei!
The week kicks off with some Fashun with Penelope Noir, David Farrier in the studio chatting about his new film Mister Organ, a book recommendation on Loose Reads with Suri, and solidarity 4eva with Justine on Red Dead Redemption! Whakarongo mai nei!
Offt, big Friday Breakfast to kick start your weekend. Whakarongo mai nei for some BEAST MODE with Dr. Zemke on Travelling Tunes, a kōrero with Callum, Callum and Jonathan from Hans Pucket on the release day of No Drama, Viewmaster with Sam, and Diggy Dupé in the studio to chat about his new EP HUES!
It's a Thursday morning and up at the bFM studio Breakfast dish up some Political Commentary with Pr. Jennifer Curtin, Breakfast Food with comedian Janaye Henry, a chat with Amamelia on the release day of her incredible sophomore album Bananamelia,Greening Out with Jim chatting all things compost, and artist and curator Madeleine Gifford chatting about some great things on at Corban Estate Arts Centre! Whakarongo mai nei!
It's a gorgeous sunny Wednesday, and on the Breakfast show we've got The Mind Trench with Rob, a kōrero with DJ / music journalist / all round good sort Jess Fu about the new Amplified series, and Erny Belle in the studio ahead of her gig this Friday at the Hollywood! Whakarongo mai nei!
Welcome to the Tuesday show! This morning, Rachel chats to psychedelic producer Kraus about his new creation, 'Fire! Water! Air! Kraus!', Stage Direction with Alice Canton is back in the studio- Alice speaks to Billy T Award winner Brynley Stent about her show 'Soft Carnage' and Dr Finbar Argus is on Ready Steady Learn, informing Rachel and the audience about his research computationally modelling the autonomic nervous system. Whakarongo mai nei!
Rachel chats to Kraus about his new album 'Fire! Water! Air! Kraus', and subaquatic listening events in early November, in collaboration with Pyramid Club.
Alice Canton chats to Brynley Stent about Brynley's critically acclaimed show 'Soft Carnage' back to The Basement Theatre. Whakarongo mai nei!
Postdoctoral research fellow at the Auckland Bioengineering Institute, Dr Finbar Argus, chats about his research modelling the autonomic nervous system, and its possible applications. Whakarongo mai nei!
Welcome to the Breakfast this Hallows Eve. First up we've got Penelope Noir talking about Halloween traditions and style through the ages on Fashun, then Ebony Lamb phones up to kōrero about her new single 'Take My Hands At Night,' Jenna's got a great New Zealand gothic book on Loose Reads, and Salene answers your renting questions on A Room of One's Own. Whakarongo mai nei!
It's a Friday morning and the show kicks off with the opening of the radio portal to Radio One on The Breakfast Buffet, Dr. Kirsten Zemke chats about Japanese City Pop on Travelling Tunes, James from How Get phones up to talk about their new EP Ka Mutu, and the Viewmaster is here! Whakarongo mai nei!
The show kicks off with some Political Commentary with Pr. Jennifer Curtin, a chat with Ed Castelow about the new Dictaphone Blues single, and Jim's gardening segment (now with a name), Greening Out.Whakarongo mai nei!
I tēnei ata Breakfast serves up some What's Up with Nicola Willis, The Mind Trench with Rob, MC Slave in the studio to chat about Morningside Live Block Party, and Word Saladwith Amelia d'Screte! Whakarongo mai nei!
I tēnei ata, Breakfast serves up a speedy round of Second Guessing, a chat with Grecco Romank, Stage Direction with Alice, and Ready Steady Learn! Whakarongo mai nei!
A little bit of Political Commentary, Callum's Hangover Surprise on Breakfast Food, and a brand new gardening segment with Jim Nothing! Also, good news for Marlon Williams fans as we announce his second Auckland show at The Civic Theatre, andthe Student Radio Network award nominees have been announced! Exercise you democratic right vote by having your say on the People's Choice Award 2022! Whakarongo mai nei!
A little bit of Political Commentary, Callum's Hangover Surprise on Breakfast Food, and a brand new gardening segment with Jim Nothing! Also, good news for Marlon Williams fans as we announce his second Auckland show at The Civic Theatre, andthe Student Radio Network award nominees have been announced! Exercise you democratic right vote by having your say on the People's Choice Award 2022! Whakarongo mai nei!
Last night Rachel and Zoë were at Spark Arena to bring us the scoop on the 2022 APRA Silver Scroll Awards Kaitito Kaiaka.
The Silver Scrolls has a special place in the calendar of New Zealand music awards as it celebrates the craft of songwriting across genre and medium. Whakarongo mai nei to find out about all the glitz, glamour and showbiz that went down at the ceremony curated by Rob and Cilla Ruha.
Congratulations to all the nominees and winners!
Last night Rachel and Zoë were at Spark Arena to bring us the scoop on the 2022 APRA Silver Scroll Awards Kaitito Kaiaka.
The Silver Scrolls has a special place in the calendar of New Zealand music awards as it celebrates the craft of songwriting across genre and medium. Whakarongo mai nei to find out about all the glitz, glamour and showbiz that went down at the ceremony curated by Rob and Cilla Ruha.
Congratulations to all the nominees and winners!
Fresh off the back of the APRA Silver Scrolls Kaitito Kaiaka, Rachel and Zoë roll into the studio to bring you all the glitz and glamour from the night! Also, there's What's Up with Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, The Mind Trench with Rob, Pax Assadi chatting about his Handsome Boy Tour, and Word Salad with Amelia d'Screte! Whakarongo mai nei!
Fresh off the back of the APRA Silver Scrolls Kaitito Kaiaka, Rachel and Zoë roll into the studio to bring you all the glitz and glamour from the night! Also, there's What's Up with Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, The Mind Trench with Rob, Pax Assadi chatting about his Handsome Boy Tour, and Word Salad with Amelia d'Screte! Whakarongo mai nei!
It's a sunny Tuesday morning and the Breakfast studio is alive with Second Guessing, a kōrero with Skymning about his two latest releases, Stage Direction with Kyle Shields and Aaron Richardson, and Ready Steady Learn! Whakarongo mai nei!
It's a sunny Tuesday morning and the Breakfast studio is alive with Second Guessing, a kōrero with Skymning about his two latest releases, Stage Direction with Kyle Shields and Aaron Richardson, and Ready Steady Learn! Whakarongo mai nei!
The Breakfast Buffet with Jordan, Travelling Tunes with Dr. Kirsten Zemke, a kōrero with Sam from Memory Foam, and Viewmaster with Sam! Whakarongo mai nei!
It's a jam packed Monday show i tēnei ata, featuring Loose Reads with Manon, a chat with Fazerdaze on her new E.P. Break, Marlon Williams calling up for a kōrero live from Dublin about his tour, album, and the Silver Scroll Awards, and Salene helping out with all your renting needs in A Room of One's Own. Whakarongo mai nei!
It's a jam packed Monday show i tēnei ata, featuring Loose Reads with Manon, a chat with Fazerdaze on her new E.P. Break, Marlon Williams calling up for a kōrero live from Dublin about his tour, album, and the Silver Scroll Awards, and Salene helping out with all your renting needs in A Room of One's Own. Whakarongo mai nei!
The Breakfast Buffet with Jordan, Travelling Tunes with Dr. Kirsten Zemke, a kōrero with Sam from Memory Foam, and Viewmaster with Sam! Whakarongo mai nei!
All the Thursday things! Hot as tunes, Political Commentary with Rod Oram, and Dylan Reeve chatting about his new book Fake Believe: Conspiracy Theories in Aotearoa.Whakarongo mai nei!
All the Thursday things! Hot as tunes, Political Commentary with Rod Oram, and Dylan Reeve chatting about his new book Fake Believe: Conspiracy Theories in Aotearoa.Whakarongo mai nei!
What's Up with Marama Davidson, The Mind Trench with Rob, a kōrero with Laura Jean, Dbldbl in the studio, and World Salad with Amelia d'Screte. Whakarongo mai nei!
What's Up with Marama Davidson, The Mind Trench with Rob, a kōrero with Laura Jean, Dbldbl in the studio, and World Salad with Amelia d'Screte. Whakarongo mai nei!
A bit of Second Guessing, a kōrero with Pipsy, Stage Direction with Sharvon Mortimer, and some Ready Steady Learn with Cameron Leaky! Whakarongo mai nei!
A bit of Second Guessing, a kōrero with Pipsy, Stage Direction with Sharvon Mortimer, and some Ready Steady Learn with Cameron Leaky! Whakarongo mai nei!
Mondays! We've got a chat with Ethan Moore of Dirty Pixels, Loose Reads with Jenna, Red Dead Redemption with Justine, and whole bunch of new tunes. Whakarongo mai nei!
Mondays! We've got a chat with Ethan Moore of Dirty Pixels, Loose Reads with Jenna, Red Dead Redemption with Justine, and whole bunch of new tunes. Whakarongo mai nei!
Tuesday stuff! There's a lightning speed round of Second Guessing, taken out by returning champ Andrew; the Mayor phones up for his last ever weekly kōrero in the final Sounding Off w/ Phil Goff;Rachel shares her chat with super cool pro-whistler Molly Lewis, and Alice brings in some great guests on Stage Direction! Whakarongo mai nei!
Tuesday stuff! There's a lightning speed round of Second Guessing, taken out by returning champ Andrew; the Mayor phones up for his last ever weekly kōrero in the final Sounding Off w/ Phil Goff;Rachel shares her chat with super cool pro-whistler Molly Lewis, and Alice brings in some great guests on Stage Direction! Whakarongo mai nei!
It's a kind of grey start to the week, but we've got some great Monday usuals to get you into the swing of things. Whakarongo mai nei for some Fashun with Penelope Noir, a kōrero with Show Me Shorts Festival director, Gina Dellabarca, Loose Reads with Suri, and A Room of One's Own with Salene!
It's a kind of grey start to the week, but we've got some great Monday usuals to get you into the swing of things. Whakarongo mai nei for some Fashun with Penelope Noir, a kōrero with Show Me Shorts Festival director, Gina Dellabarca, Loose Reads with Suri, and A Room of One's Own with Salene!
A little bit of Travelling Tunes, hanbee in studio for a chat about her fantastic debut album Seashell Cassette, Viewmasterwith Sam, and Cello Forrester of Womb phones up for a kōrero about their brand new single "Oceans." Whakarongo mai nei!
A little bit of Travelling Tunes, hanbee in studio for a chat about her fantastic debut album Seashell Cassette, Viewmasterwith Sam, and Cello Forrester of Womb phones up for a kōrero about their brand new single "Oceans." Whakarongo mai nei!
We've got a big ol' Thursday show for you i tēnei ata! Whakarongo mai nei for some Political Commentary with Rod Oram, Breakfast Foodwith comedian Bridget Davies, Proteins of Magic sharing an early spin of her new track 'Lethal,' a chat about Tempo Dance Festival with Carlene Newall de Jesus, and Andrew Fagan from Ambitious Vegetables on the line!
We've got a big ol' Thursday show for you i tēnei ata! Whakarongo mai nei for some Political Commentary with Rod Oram, Breakfast Foodwith comedian Bridget Davies, Proteins of Magic sharing an early spin of her new track 'Lethal,' a chat about Tempo Dance Festival with Carlene Newall de Jesus, and Andrew Fagan from Ambitious Vegetables on the line!
Got a mean as show for your Wednesday morning! Whakarongo mai nei for the monthly kōrero with the Deputy Leader of the National Party What's Up w/ Nicola Willis;The Mind Trenchwith Rob talking about ants and blue goo; the incredible Ana Scotney in studio to chat about Millie Lies Low;and Word Saladwith Amelia!
Got a mean as show for your Wednesday morning! Whakarongo mai nei for the monthly kōrero with the Deputy Leader of the National Party What's Up w/ Nicola Willis;The Mind Trenchwith Rob talking about ants and blue goo; the incredible Ana Scotney in studio to chat about Millie Lies Low;and Word Saladwith Amelia!
It's a Tuesday morning at bFM studio and Rachel and Zoë serve up a speedy round of Second Guessing, the penultimate chat with the Mayor in Sounding Off w/ Phil Goff, Alice is back for Stage Direction and chats to two of the cast of Po' Boys and Oysters, and there's a Short Player courtesy of Hunter! Whakarongo mai nei!
It's a Tuesday morning at bFM studio and Rachel and Zoë serve up a speedy round of Second Guessing, the penultimate chat with the Mayor in Sounding Off w/ Phil Goff, Alice is back for Stage Direction and chats to two of the cast of Po' Boys and Oysters, and there's a Short Player courtesy of Hunter! Whakarongo mai nei!
This Rāhina, Rachel and Zoë take a well deserved public holiday break while veteran news-teamer's Frances and Christina serve you sunny side up with a whole lot of fresh tunes, a DIY surf report, and way too much pancake chat. Whakarongo mai nei!
This Rāhina, Rachel and Zoë take a well deserved public holiday break while veteran news-teamer's Frances and Christina serve you sunny side up with a whole lot of fresh tunes, a DIY surf report, and way too much pancake chat. Whakarongo mai nei!
It's the end of the week! Whakarongo mai nei for some Breakfast Buffet with Jamie, Travelling Tunes with Dr. Kirsten Zemke, a chat with Eden Burns and Sam Harmony, and Viewmaster with Sam Sinnott!
It's the end of the week! Whakarongo mai nei for some Breakfast Buffet with Jamie, Travelling Tunes with Dr. Kirsten Zemke, a chat with Eden Burns and Sam Harmony, and Viewmaster with Sam Sinnott!
Ooft big show this morning! We've got Rob talking about bananas, biscuits, and love on The Mind Trench, a chat with SJD about "You Are The Movement", JessB on her brand new single "Can't Fake It", and Christie from Yumi Zouma on the line chatting about their gig at the Tuning Fork this Saturday! Whakarongo mai nei!
Ooft big show this morning! We've got Rob talking about bananas, biscuits, and love on The Mind Trench, a chat with SJD about "You Are The Movement", JessB on her brand new single "Can't Fake It", and Christie from Yumi Zouma on the line chatting about their gig at the Tuning Fork this Saturday! Whakarongo mai nei!
The show kicks off with a speedy round of Second Guessing, followed by the Mayor's weekly kōrero in Sounding Off with Phil Goff, some theatre talk with Sam Snedden on Stage Direction, and DNA sequencing on Ready Steady Learn! Whakarongo mai nei!
The show kicks off with a speedy round of Second Guessing, followed by the Mayor's weekly kōrero in Sounding Off with Phil Goff, some theatre talk with Sam Snedden on Stage Direction, and DNA sequencing on Ready Steady Learn! Whakarongo mai nei!
The week kicks off with some Fashun with Penelope Noir, Loose Reads with Manon, and A Room of One's Own with Salene, and plenty of tunes. Whakarongo mai nei!
The week kicks off with some Fashun with Penelope Noir, Loose Reads with Manon, and A Room of One's Own with Salene, and plenty of tunes. Whakarongo mai nei!
Rachel's away on holiday for the week and our first guest-host joining Zoë in the studio is the wonderful David Feauai-Afaese Vaeafe (LEAO, Noa Records)! Whakarongo mai nei to hear what David's been listening to, as well as Zoë's kōrero with Elliott Dawson about new album Hang Low,Loose Reads with Suri, and A Room Of One's Own with Salene!
Rachel's away on holiday for the week and our first guest-host joining Zoë in the studio is the wonderful David Feauai-Afaese Vaeafe (LEAO, Noa Records)! Whakarongo mai nei to hear what David's been listening to, as well as Zoë's kōrero with Elliott Dawson about new album Hang Low,Loose Reads with Suri, and A Room Of One's Own with Salene!
I tēnei ata on 95bFM Breakfast: Rachel chats with Liam down at RDU for 'Breakfast Buffet', we are Union Strong on 'Travelling Tunes' with Dr. Kirsten Zemke bringing us Industrial Labour Songs of the 1900s, Reti Hedley of IA chats about the band's new single 'Te Aho Tapu', Sam brings us Nathan Feilder's latest show 'The Rehearsal' on 'Viewmaster', and Kenny Sterling, Dylan Biscuit and Summer Vee of Mānuka Recordings are in studio to talk about Summer's new release on the label. Whakarongo mai nei!
I tēnei ata on 95bFM Breakfast: Rachel chats with Liam down at RDU for 'Breakfast Buffet', we are Union Strong on 'Travelling Tunes' with Dr. Kirsten Zemke bringing us Industrial Labour Songs of the 1900s, Reti Hedley of IA chats about the band's new single 'Te Aho Tapu', Sam brings us Nathan Feilder's latest show 'The Rehearsal' on 'Viewmaster', and Kenny Sterling, Dylan Biscuit and Summer Vee of Mānuka Recordings are in studio to talk about Summer's new release on the label. Whakarongo mai nei!
I tēnei ata on 95bFM Breakfast: Prof. Jennifer Curtain helps us wade through the big topics of the week on 'Political Commentary', Blue Mt Lumber pops in to chat about his new EP '87 Give Up', and we hear from the top five finalists for the 2022 APRA Silver Scroll award. Whakarongo mai nei!
I tēnei ata on 95bFM Breakfast: Prof. Jennifer Curtain helps us wade through the big topics of the week on 'Political Commentary', Blue Mt Lumber pops in to chat about his new EP '87 Give Up', and we hear from the top five finalists for the 2022 APRA Silver Scroll award. Whakarongo mai nei!
I tēnei ata on 95bFM Breakfast: deputy leader of the National Party Nicola Willis phones in to talk politics, Rob's chatting about Auckland's Spongeability on 'The Mind Trench', and Amelia D'Screte has some made up stuff on 'Word Salad'. Whakarongo mai nei!
I tēnei ata on 95bFM Breakfast: deputy leader of the National Party Nicola Willis phones in to talk politics, Rob's chatting about Auckland's Spongeability on 'The Mind Trench', and Amelia D'Screte has some made up stuff on 'Word Salad'. Whakarongo mai nei!
I tēnei ata on 95bFM Breakfast: we kick things into gear with a round of 'Second Guessing', Wairehu Grant chats about the new Half/Time single 'Ōrākau', Ash Williams tells us about the explosive new play 'The Writer' on stage Direction, and Dr. Lisa Uperesa talks about the Samoan relationship with Gridiron on 'Ready, Steady, Learn'. Whakarongo mai nei!
I tēnei ata on 95bFM Breakfast: we kick things into gear with a round of 'Second Guessing', Wairehu Grant chats about the new Half/Time single 'Ōrākau', Ash Williams tells us about the explosive new play 'The Writer' on stage Direction, and Dr. Lisa Uperesa talks about the Samoan relationship with Gridiron on 'Ready, Steady, Learn'. Whakarongo mai nei!
The week kicks off with some Fashun with Penelope Noir, a kōrero with the writer and director of Muru,Tearepa Kahi, Loose Reads with Jenna, and Red Dead Redemption with Justine Sachs! Whakarongo mai nei!
The week kicks off with some Fashun with Penelope Noir, a kōrero with the writer and director of Muru,Tearepa Kahi, Loose Reads with Jenna, and Red Dead Redemption with Justine Sachs! Whakarongo mai nei!
It's a Wednesday morning and we've got the Prime Minister on the line for What's Up w/ Jacinda Ardern, Rob Bollix chatting space and snails on The Mind Trench, and random nothing words on Word Salad with Amelia d'Screte. Whakarongo mai nei!
It's a Wednesday morning and we've got the Prime Minister on the line for What's Up w/ Jacinda Ardern, Rob Bollix chatting space and snails on The Mind Trench, and random nothing words on Word Salad with Amelia d'Screte. Whakarongo mai nei!
Tuesday serves up some Second Guessing, a chat with the Mayor, Gregg from Big Scout on the line, Stage Direction, and Ready Steady Learn! Whakarongo mai nei!
The week begins with a lovely bit of Fashun with Penelope Noir, a kōrero with Harry Lilley from First Move, a meaty and beautiful and totally NZ gothic poetry collection on Loose Reads with Manon, and renting help with Salene on A Room of One's Own. Whakarongo mai nei!
Thursday dishes up some informative Political Commentarywith Rod Oram, media wading on Mediabatt with Tim, and Ange is here to help out with your ailments on Natural Ange. Whakarongo mai nei!
Wednesday airwaves send out a kōrero with the Green Party co-leader in What's Up w/ Marama Davidson, Rob's here for The Mind Trench, Richard Larsen from Crush chats about their gorgeous new release, and Amelia D'Screte serves up a healthy bowl of Word Salad. Whakarongo mai nei!
This Tuesday we've got a bit of Second Guessing; the weekly catch up with the Mayor in Sounding Off with Phil Goff; a kōrero with Stinky Jim about his new album Spacial Awareness; Stage Direction with A Slightly Isolated Dog's Jack Buchanan; and some Ready Steady Learn where Annabelle Cranswick chats about the Southern Right Whale! Whakarongo mai nei.
This Tuesday we've got a bit of Second Guessing; the weekly catch up with the Mayor in Sounding Off with Phil Goff; a kōrero with Stinky Jim about his new album Spacial Awareness; Stage Direction with A Slightly Isolated Dog's Jack Buchanan; and some Ready Steady Learn where Annabelle Cranswick chats about the Southern Right Whale! Whakarongo mai nei.
Mōrena! We've got a nice show to kick start your week. Whakarongo mai nei for some Fashun with Penelope Noir, Johanna Cosgrove in the studio chatting about her debut poetry collection Crying on the Phone;Jenna's got a great book rec for you on Loose Reads; and Justine helps out with your work and union woes on Red Dead Redemption!
Mōrena! We've got a nice show to kick start your week. Whakarongo mai nei for some Fashun with Penelope Noir, Johanna Cosgrove in the studio chatting about her debut poetry collection Crying on the Phone;Jenna's got a great book rec for you on Loose Reads; and Justine helps out with your work and union woes on Red Dead Redemption!
We've rolled around to the end of another week and to get you ready for the weekend, whakarongo mai nei for some Travelling Tunes with Dr. Zemke, Fable chatting about his brand new track Closer2Home, Viewmaster with Sam, and Mim Jensen on the line on the release day of the day of her debut single. Whakarongo mai nei!
We've rolled around to the end of another week and to get you ready for the weekend, whakarongo mai nei for some Travelling Tunes with Dr. Zemke, Fable chatting about his brand new track Closer2Home, Viewmaster with Sam, and Mim Jensen on the line on the release day of the day of her debut single. Whakarongo mai nei!
The air? Brisk. Breakfast radio? Hot as hell. Whakarongo mai for a bit of Political Commentary with Pr. Jennifer Curtin, Breakfast Food with Kura Turuwhenua, Michael Llewellyn playing some acoustic tracks live in studio, and Mediabatt with Tim!
The air? Brisk. Breakfast radio? Hot as hell. Whakarongo mai for a bit of Political Commentary with Pr. Jennifer Curtin, Breakfast Food with Kura Turuwhenua, Michael Llewellyn playing some acoustic tracks live in studio, and Mediabatt with Tim!
It's a jam packed show today with chats from KMTP about their upcoming gig, Arahi on his 'There's Nothing Like It' piano tour, Zoe from Eggy phones up from across the ditch to talk about their awesome album 'With Gusto'; and Amelia breaks the internet on Word Salad. Whakarongo mai nei!
It's a jam packed show today with chats from KMTP about their upcoming gig, Arahi on his 'There's Nothing Like It' piano tour, Zoe from Eggy phones up from across the ditch to talk about their awesome album 'With Gusto'; and Amelia breaks the internet on Word Salad. Whakarongo mai nei!
It's another foggy day out in Tāmaki and the glowing light from the bFM studio sends out some chats with the 48 Hours 2022 crew, Loose Reads, A Room of One's Own, and some seriously good tunes. Whakarongo mai nei!
We've rolled around to the end of another week, and to kick start your weekend we've got a Breakfast Buffet with Jordan at Radio Control; some unlikely collaborations thanks to Dr. Zemke on Travelling Tunes; a kōrero with Violet French on the release day of Violet French and The Horrible; a bMovies featuring a review from Amelia D'Screte and a chat with film director Florian Habicht! Whakarongo mai nei!
The airwaves of Breakfast rise out of the morning's blue mist to bring you What's Up with Nicola Willis, Pax Assadi on Breakfast Food, and a chat with two thirds of Grecco Romank! Whakarongo mai!
It's Wednesday morning and we've Rob chatting about mammoths and time itself on The Mind Trench, a kōrero and Phoebe Rings moodboard mixtape courtesy of Crystal Choi, and a wee Word Salad with Amelia d'Screte. Whakarongo mai nei!
It's Tuesday morning at the bFM Studio and Breakfast's got some Second Guessing, a chat with David Correos about his show Haha Horror with Hamish Parkinson, Alice brings us some Stage Direction, and Dr Melani Anae has a kōrero on Ready Steady Learn! Whakarongo mai nei!
It's a brand new week of a brand new month, and Breakfast is dishing up some Fashun with Penelope Noir, all the tips and tricks to navigate this year's fantastic Auckland Writers Festival with Director Anne O'Brien, and some Loose Reads with Jenna. Whakarongo mai!
Theo Gold comes in with some sneaky first spins in tow. Whakarongo mai nei to hear about his upcoming album Thundering Prince of the Devil Bony Devil which is out late September! You can also catch him play at Wine Cellar on the 18th of August.
Some cool Friday stuff for ya: We've got Travelling Tunes with Dr. Zemke, a kōrero with Theo Gold, a bMovies review with Steve Newall, and a chat with Julie Zhu about Kāinga. Whakarongo mai nei!
Theo Gold comes in with some sneaky first spins in tow. Whakarongo mai nei to hear about his upcoming album Thundering Prince of the Devil Bony Devil which is out late September! You can also catch him play at Wine Cellar on the 18th of August.
Some cool Friday stuff for ya: We've got Travelling Tunes with Dr. Zemke, a kōrero with Theo Gold, a bMovies review with Steve Newall, and a chat with Julie Zhu about Kāinga. Whakarongo mai nei!
Thursday serves up some Political Commentary with Rod Oram, Breakfast Food with Courtney Dawson, a chat with Chelsea from Skilaa, and Mediabatt with Tim! Whakarongo mai nei!
A speedy round of Second Guessing; some Sounding Off with Phil Goff; a kōrero with Motte on the release day of "Plateau"; and some Stage Direction with Alice. Whakarongo mai nei.
It's the start of a new week and we've got some Fashion with Penelope Noir, a chat with Joy Crookes, Loose Reads with Manon, and Red Dead Redemption with Justine. Whakarongo mai nei!
This Friday, Breakfast serves up a steaming plate of radio, seasoned with some Travelling Tunes and the return of bMovies! Tom Levesque chats about his film Shut Eye,and Sam (our Viewmaster) kicks off the reviews with The Humans.Whakarongo mai nei!
All the good Wednesday stuff! A kōrero with Green MP Teanau Tuiono for What's Up;Rob chats Barbies and turtles in The Mind Trench;Jono from Goya on the line; and Word Saladwith Amelia D'Screte!
Alice speaks with writer Ralph McCubbin Howell & director Hannah Smith about Trick of the Light's new show Tröll at Q theatre.
Rachel is back! She takes us from 7-10 and chats with the Mayor, Trick of the Light's Tröll team and Dr Helen Murray along the way. Whakarongo mai nei!
We spoke with the Mayor about half price public transport being extended until 2023 and the introduction of electric ferries to the Auckland ferry fleet and the changes to ferry services in Auckland.
Dr Helen Murray chats about her research on a neurological disorder, chronic traumatic encephalopathy. Whakorongo mai!
I tēnei ata your host is none other than Guy Montgomery (of Task Master NZ season 2 / Guy Montgomery's Guy Mont-Spelling Bee / hearty laughs about town acclaim)! He guides us through from 7-10am, with a healthy dose of fashion, zines, books, and renting rights sprinkled in between. Also, don't miss Guy's next adventure, watching the Wizard of Oz for the first time, at the Capitol Cinema (You'd Love It -stand up inc.)! Whakarongo mai!
Rachel's away today so Zoë helps get your Friday started (basically the weekend)! We've got some Breakfast Buffet with Jamie, Travelling Tunes with Dr Zemke, a chat with Vera Ellen, and Viewmaster with Sam! Whakarongo mai nei!
Today Breakfast serves up a steaming plate of Political Commentary with Pr. Jennifer Curtin; a dangerously delicious Breakfast Food with D.C. Maxwell; Ben Woods chatting about sophomore album Dispeller (out tomorrow); Mediabatt with Tim; and some Natural Ange. Whakarongo mai nei!
A little bit of The Mind Trench with Rob; Theo from Daffodils on the line for their Stay The Night tour; and a chat with Nirvana and Sam from Baecorp about their new single! Whakarongo mai nei!
Today we've got a too-close-for-comfort round of Second Guessing, a chat to the Mayor in Sounding Off with Phil Goff, Danz from Dartz on the line, Stage Direction with Alice, and some Ready Steady Learn! Whakarongo mai nei!
Welcome to another week on Brekkie. Whakarongo mai nei for the usual Rāhina good stuff like Fashun with Penelope Noir, Loose Reads with Manon, and Red Dead Redemption with Justine. Plus! Oli Devlin from Hans Pucket phones up to chat about their upcoming tour!
Serving you up a jam packed show to wrap up a sweet week. Whakarongo mai nei for some Political Commentary with Dr Lara Greaves; Breakfast Food with Keegan Fepuleai; a kōrero with Troy Kingi about Pū Whenua Hautapu Eka Mumura; Mediabatt with Tim and special guest Remi; and Priya Sami and Alex Freer in the studio for a sneaky first spin for the new BUB track, "Bored"!
Mōrena e te whanau! Today we've got our monthly kōrero with the Green Party co-leader in What's Up w/ Marama Davidson, Rob brings back three truths and a lie in a very sneaky Mind Trench; Marlon Williams zooms in from backstage in Cologne for a chat; and Amelia throws a bone (or indeed, stick) to all the sports fans on Word Salad. Whakarongo mai nei!
It's Tuesday morning and we're got a speedy round of Second Guessing; Sounding Off with Phil Goff; a kōrero with Kim Martinengo from 1:12 Records about Te Tīmatanga; Stage Direction, and a bunch of mean tunes. Whakarongo mai nei!
Mōrena! I tēnei ata we've got an absolutely wild iteration of Fashion with Penelope Noir, Xanthe from Recitals on the line, a great book recommendation from Jenna on Loose Reads, and renters union good stuff on A Room Of One's Own with Salene! Whakarongo mai nei!
We've rolled around to end of another week! I tēnei ata the radio portal opens to SRN comrade RDU in The Breakfast Buffet; Greek Hits with Dr Zemke on Travelling Tunes brings takes us back to the living rooms of 1970s Aotearoa; DeepState has a kōrero on the release day of MMXXI The Remixes, Sam chats about Queer As Folk on Viewmaster; and Richard from Asta Rangu is on the line ahead of their gig tonight! Kia pai tō rā whakatā, whakarongo mai nei!
A bit of Political Commentary, a chat about a Pathway Festival with organiser Tom Rodwell, Mediabatt with Tim, and a little Natural Ange! Very good tunes woven intricatly without, of course. Whakarongo mai nei!
Whakarongo mai nei for some Wednesday good stuff: a little Mind Trench with Rob, a chat with Jackie van Beek about Nude Tuesday; Petra Naus in studio to let us know about the 2022 Eastern Women's Refuge Fundraiser; and someWord Salad with Amelia!
Sink into some Tuesday morning radio, featuring a speedy round of Second Guessing; a chat with Mayor in Sounding Off with Phil Goff; a kōrero with Luke Rowell; Stage Direction with Alice and her guest, Nathan Joe; Short Player (cheers Hunter!); and some Ready Steady Learn with Iatua Felagai Taito. Whakarongo mai nei!
We've got a great show to round out your week, kicking off with a catch-up with SRN legend and friend Jamie at Radio One for The Breakfast Buffet; followed by jazz-fusion with Dr Zemke on Travelling Tunes; Samuel from local punks Memory Foam phones up for a kōrero about their debut album, Steel Magnolias; The Viewmaster brings in Stranger Things season 4, and Stefan of Māpura Studios drops by to let us know about a lovely upcoming gig. Kia pai tō rā whakatā whanau, and see you on Monday!
It's a cinematic, grey Thursday and in and amongst some great tunes Breakfast offers a chat to the Prime Minister in What's Up w/ Jacinda Ardern, Katie from Dateline shares the band's latest release 'Do It Right', and Tim sifts through the media news for us in MediaBatt. Whakarongo mai nei!
Wednesday has some What's Up w/ Nicola Willis, a chat with Irish rapper and singer Biig Piig ahead of her Auckland show in July, and James Stutely on the line about Papaiti Records' Bootlegs. Whakarongo mai nei!
I tēnei ata Rachel is joined by producer Christina in the studio. We have a round of second guessing to kick things into gear; the Mayor phones in to talk about the council budget; PollyHill chats about her new track Pulse; Stage Direction takes us into the world of Seven Methods of Killing Kylie Jenner; Wiri Donna is this week's Short Player; plus we hear how climate change is effecting wine on Ready, Steady Learn.
I tēnei ata Rachel was joined by producer Tuva'a in the studio. Dr. Kirsten Zemke brought us Eurovision on Travelling Tunes; Rachel spoke with Angel Olsen about her new album Big Time, Viewmaster Sam loves new Auckland TV show Kid Sister; and Dunstan Bruce of Chumbawamba talked to Rachel about his new documentary I Get Knocked Down. Whakarongo mai!
It's a sunny Tuesday morning and we've got a heap of good stuff to share. There's a chat with the Mayor in Sounding Off with Phil Goff, Rachel's chat with the fantastic Cate Le Bon, Stage Direction with Alice, and Short Player with PHF thanks to Zazi's Long Player on Totally Wired with Hunter, and we do some language maintenance learning on Ready Steady Learn. Whakarongo mai nei!
Fresh from last night's Taite Music Prize 2022, Rachel and Zoë roll in the studio for some Fashun with Penelope Noir, Loose Reads with Jenna, Red Dead Redemption with Justine, and of course a big ol' rundown of the awards. Whakarongo mai!
A Breakfast Buffet with Maggie; a kōrero with Flo Wilson; Reb Fountain playing live in studio; a passionate Viewmaster with Sam; and Phoebe from Revulva on the line! A totally stacked Friday. Whakarongo mai!
A bit of Political Commentary with David Slack, a deliciously polarising Breakfast Food with Chris Cudby, a chat with Bianca Bailey and some special sneak previews off the new Wiri Donna EP, Mediabatt with Tim, and Jazmine Mary playing some tunes live in studio. Whakarongo mai!
Wednesday Breakfast serves up a kōrero with the Green Party co-leader in What’s Up with Marama Davidson, the return of the tardigrades on The Mind Trench with Rob, Dylan Biscuit and Matt Hunter drop by the studio to spin some very fresh unreleased tracks, Miss Leading’s on the line, and Amelia “Berry” d’Screte chats about just that on Word Salad. Whakarongo mai nei!
It's a jam packed show today with Tuva'a taking out Second Guessing, Semisi Maiai from Marlin's Dreaming on the line to chat about Strange Universe, Finn Dalbeth from Dresser comes in for a kōrero and to play some live tracks, Alice brings us a guest on Stage Direction, there's a short player thanks to Hunter on Totally Wired and TE KAAHU, and we do some learning on Ready Steady Learn. Phew! Whakarongo mai nei!
It's the first day of 100% music for Aotearoa! Whakarongo mai nei for some mean local tunes, as well as Fashun with Penelope Noir, a kōrero with The New Things, Loose Reads with Manon, and A Room of One's Own with Salene!
A lovely way to round off the week with some Travelling Tunes thanks to Dr. Kirsten Zemke; a kōrero with the incredible Perfume Genius ahead of his shows in Aotearoa, and Mel Parsons phones up for the release of her latest track "Slow Burn." Whakarongo mai!
A bit of Political Commentary with Dr Lara Greaves, an early spin of the new Popstranger's track and a chat to Joel Flyger, Tim Batt with the latest media news in Mediabatt, and Liam K. Swiggs phoning to talk about Footmahi 2022! Whakarongo mai!
It's a crispy Friday morning and Dr. Zemke shares what the humble goose and New York City have in common on Travelling Tunes; Diggy Dupé phones up for a kōrero about his upcoming gig; and the Viewmaster comes in so hot the fire alarm goes off. Whakarongo mai!
Tuesday rocks up and offers a blink-and-you'll-miss-it round of Second Guessing; Sounding Offwith Phil Goff; a chat with Gareth Shute about a historical tour of the city's most iconic music venues; Stage Directionwith Alice; and Ready Steady Learn! Whakarongo mai!
It's the start of a new week and we've got a kōrero with Noah Slee, Suri sussing all your book needs on Loose Reads, and Salene bettering the renting hellscape on A Room Of One's Own to help kick you into gear. Whakarongo mai!
We see out the week with a Breakfast Buffet with Jamie, some Travelling Tunes with Kirsten, and chat with Soft Plastics' Laura Robinson on the release of 'Day Job.' Whakarongo mai!
Thursday with a side of Political Commentary, Nadia Reid, and Mediabatt. Whakarongo mai!
Wednesday rocks up with the monthly kōrero with Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern; and bunch of stuff that's been in Rob's Mind Trench; Anthonie Tonnon talking about his Leave Love Out Of This album release tour and his latest track, 'Lockheed Bomber'; and some whole hearted nerdery on Word Salad with Amelia. Whakarongo mai!
Tuesday stuff! A speedy round of Second Guessing, Stage Direction with Alice, fish talk on Ready Steady Learn, and tunes galore! Whakarongo mai!
Our first Monday in a while kicks starts the week with all the usual early-week goodness you know and love. There's some delectableFashun with Penelope Noir, a gritty yet beautiful book rec on Loose Reads with Jenna, and Justine helps you fight the good fight on Red Dead Redemption. Whakarongo mai!
Friday means a Breakfast Buffet with Anna on her last day at Radio Control; Travelling Tunes with Dr. Zemke; a chat with Toro Y Moi for the release of his seventh studio album MAHAL; Viewmaster with Sam; and Chelsea Jade dialing in from NYC to kōrero about her new album Soft Spot. Whakarongo mai!
Rāpare brings some Political Commentary with Lara; TE KAAHU performing live in-studio ahead of Te Kaahu O Rangi's release on May 6; Mediabatt with Tim; and Leith from Ringlets on the line about their very first single! Whakarongo mai!
Rāapa serves up some What's Up with Marama Davidson, dragon chat on The Mind Trench with Rob, Ben Woods is on the line for his latest single and upcoming LP, Naarm based rapper SOPHIYA chats about their track with Jess B, and Amelia brings some baby talk in Word Salad. Whakarongo mai!
It's fake Monday and we've got some chats with the Mayor in Sounding Off w/ Phil Goff; a kōrero with Church of Church & AP; the slickest theatre rundown you ever did hear on Stage Direction with Alice Canton; and some Ready Steady Learn! Whakarongo mai!
A controversial but brave Travelling Tunes with Dr. Zemke; a chat with LA punks The Linda Lindas; and a glowing review from the Viewmaster. Whakarongo mai!
𝔊𝔬𝔯𝔤𝔢𝔬𝔲𝔰 𝔤𝔬𝔯𝔤𝔢𝔬𝔲𝔰 𝔗𝔥𝔲𝔯𝔰𝔡𝔞𝔶 𝔱𝔥𝔦𝔫𝔤𝔰: Political Commentary with Rod Oram; Breakfast Food with Pici chef Matua Murupaenga; Liam Brown aka Atarangi on the line about djing at WHAMMY2ORANGE; and Mediabatt with Tim Batt! Whakarongo mai!
The Wednesday cauldron bubbles away, showcasing a bit of Rob Bollix in The Mind Trench, a chat with SKILAA's Chelsea Prastiti, and big old dose of tunes. Whakarongo mai!
We're back after the super long weekend! The Mayor's on the line for Sounding Off with Phil Goff; the wonderful Baby Zionov chats about her new single "PJ Princess feat Moody V." and upcoming album Henrietta; Alice has heaps of community news and opportunities on Stage Direction; and we do some learning on Ready Steady Learn. Whakarongo mai!
Thursday serves up a steaming bowl of Breakfast Food with Gussie Larkin; a chat with Tami Neilson on her new song with Willie Nelson; Mediabatt with Tim; and the monthly Natural Ange chat. Whakarongo mai.
Wednesday features the monthly chat with the Deputy Leader of the Opposition Party in What's Up with Nicola Willis; local legend and champion of local music Rohan Evans is on the line; and Amelia skates on thin ice in Word Salad. Whakarongo mai!
Tuesday! A hasty round of Second Guessing; the weekly chat with Mayor Phil Goff; Cory Champion aka Borrowed cs on the line; a scientific and poetic Stage Direction with Alice Canton; and robot eyes on Ready Steady Learn. Whakarongo mai nei.
𝔐𝔬𝔫𝔡𝔞𝔶 𝔰𝔱𝔲𝔣𝔣: Penelope Noir chats about visionary and utter badass, Jordan, on Fashun; Manon joins the Loose Reads crew and brings in a great rec; and Salene helps you navigate the unruly terrain of the renting hellscape in A Room Of One's Own. Plus, tunes!
Whakarongo mai for some Breakfast Buffet, an ethereal Travelling Tunes, and a kōrero with Fable!
All of the Thursday goodness you could, would, or should shake a stick at. Whakarongo mai!
The show kicks off with some Political Commentary, then Lucy Suttor rocks up for some Breakfast Food, there's a kōrero with TE KAAHU about her beautiful new single 'Waikato', Ripship are all the line to chat about a gig tonight, and finally, Natural Ange heals us all. Whakarongo mai.
The Deputy Leader of the Opposition Nicola Willis phones up for her first What's Up segment. On the cards are chats about the cost of living crisis, Simon Bridges' resignation, and housing market trends, particularly what it means for renters. Whakarongo mai!
Okay, here's some Wednesday stuff for you. Deputy Leader of the Opposition Nicola Willis enters the What's Up rotation of politicians; imposter potatoes, an ancient octopus, and Stephen Sondheim on The Mind Trench; and Amelia ponders the pointlessness of taxonomy on Word Salad. Whakarongo mai!
I tēnei ata Rachel is joined by Tuva'a while Zoë has a day off; Second Guessing kicks the day into gear; we catch up with the Mayor; Rachel chats to Sean from Parquet Courts; Alice Canton and Anders Falstie-Jensen talkabout 'Back to Square One?'; and we learn about congenital heart disease with Dr Simone Watkins on Ready, Steady, Learn.
Monday stuff! We've got some Fashun with Penelope Noir, we've got a kōrero with deepState and Dbldbl, we've got some book recommendations on Loose Reads, and some renters' rights advice on A Room Of One's Own! Whakarongo mai!
The week kicks off with some primo tunes, pompadours and ducktails, chats with Michael James Keane, a nice book, and renting rights. Whakarongo mai!
Rāmere heralds the opening of the radio portal to SRN comrade Jamie Green on The Breakfast Buffet; some classic bangers on Travelling Tunes; a kōrero with Dudley Benson about a stunning Totems remix; and Viewmaster with Sam Sinnott. Whakarongo mai & kia pai tō rā whakatā! 🌼
Thursday dishes out some Political Commentary, a chat with the wonderful Princess Chelsea, Mediabatt with Tim, and an I/V with Alexa Wilson about an online show you can check out. Whakarongo mai!
Wednesday rocks up with a kōrero with the Green Party co-leader, Marama Davidson, The Mind Trench with Rob Bollix, and Pax Assadi chatting about his new show Raised By Refugees.Whakarongo mai!
Today on the show we've got some Political Commentary thanks to Pr. Jennifer Curtin, James Roque swings by to chat about a new podcast 'The Elephant in the Bedroom'; Billie Rodgers chats about some schmaltzy Valentines films you can catch at The Hollywood Avondale; and Misty Frequency is on the line to let us know about P.O.P Toru and Mana Maintenance. Whakarongo mai!
feat. a chat to the Prime Minister / mysterious flies and rhinos thanks to Rob Bollix / the first spin of a new track from The Beths and a chat to Liz and Tristan / and talk of barrells and deadly plants on Word Salad. Whakarongo mai!
On the show today was a chat to the Mayor, the electric Karl Steven bringing us into the world of 'All of Human Emotion on Microfiche', a theatre guide with Alice, and some mildly concerning learning about 'forever chemicals'. Whakarongo mai!
An open radio portal to the Manawatū on the Breakfast Buffet; Dr. Zemke chats about Chilean Alternative Pop on Travelling Tunes; Tim Batt susses your Saturday night; Sam chats TV on Viewmaster; and Mousey shares her new song! Whakarongo mai!
feat. the Green Party co-leader Marama Davidson // dogs vs. coyotes & mountains vs. hills // a chat with Matt Lumber about new Blue Mt Lumber tracks // placebos and shams with Amelia d'Screte. Whakarongo mai!
February begins with creaky and/or wobbly chairs, chats to the Mayor, a missing cat, a kōrero with Sam Bailey and Elyssia Wilson-Heti about Te Tīmatanga, a theatre update with Alice, and some Tuesday learning. Whakarongo mai!
Rachel's away so we've got Morning Glory's Aneeka in studio picking the tunes for you. We're also got the usual Friday buzz - chats with our SRN comrades, some music for plants (brought to you by Dr. Zemke), and some humble appreciation for John Cena's career path. Whakarongo mai!
Some political commentary, shedding a light on the infinite world of mushrooms, and the one and only Night Lunch on the line! Whakarongo mai 🥵
Whakarongo mai for some chats with the Mayor; a kōrero with Lucinda King about the new Thorn Dells album; theatre chats about some live shows you can catch; and learning about the gut! Tuesday stuff.
A very chill start to your week featuring the life of André Leon Talley and renting stuff. Whakarongo mai 🌻