Afternoons

 

1:10 Explainer: Why are our medical platforms getting hacked?

As you'll have heard in the news, another New Zealand medical data platform has been hit by hackers ... just two months after patient portal 'Manage My Health' was breached

MediMap is used by health providers in some aged care, disability services, and hospice to record and manage patients' medication doses.

The breach has led to staff at multiple facilities discovering that some patients were incorrectly marked as deceased.

Others had their names changed to “Charlie Kirk”, with ages altered and, in some cases, patients reassigned to different facilities.

So, are our systems seen as weak and ripe for hacking? And if not for money, why are these platforms being hijjacked? Paul Spain, Futurist and chief executive of Gorilla Technology talks to Jesse.

1:15 Whangamarino Wetland is in dire straits - can we turn it around?

The internationally recognised Whangamarino Wetland in north Waikato is in decline, with a new report stating that "active intervention is critical" and a turnaround will likely take considerable time

The wetland has faced mounting pressure for decades but back -to -back disasters over the past five years have made the situation significantly worse  

During the summer of 22-23, more than 1500 dead birds were collected alongside death fish following an avian botulism event and a year later, a man-made fire burnt over a thousand hectares of raised bog.

Hugh Robertson, the Principal Science Advisor Freshwater at the Department of Conservation chats to Jesse.

1:20 The Massive Clean Up facing Zealandia Wildlife Sanctuary 

Wellington has had a tough ten days, the capital got hit with one of its strongest storms in decades, causing damage and power outages. 

And then there was the sewage leak at Moa Point which made the city's southern beaches un-usable. 

Some good news there though as about an hour ago, Wellington Mayor Andrew Little announced the coast is open and swimmers are welcome to go back in the water, but at their own risk. 

Back on land, one of the places still dealing with the fallout from the storm is Zealandia, the 225 hectare ecosanctuary in Karori. 

Staff and volunteers are busy at work to bring the place back to its former glory, Jesse is joined by Dr Daniella Shanahan, the Chief Executive at Zealandia.

1:30 Why intermittent fasting might not be the best way to lose weight

Intermittent fasting has become a bit of a health trend, with many people using it as a way to lose weight or improve their wellbeing. 

But new research suggests an eating plan that switches between fasting and eating on a regular schedule, might not be all it's cracked up to be.  

Registered dietician Rachael Wilson chats to Jesse. 

1:45 Kākāpo Files Season 2: Star Kākāpō Rakiura and Her Eggs

Time for the Kākāpō Files, with Alison Ballance, who's keeping close tabs on what experts believe will be the biggest kākāpō breeding season on record. 

Anytime she likes, Alison can check in and see what Rakiura the kākāpō is up to in her nest. That’s because Rakiura is the star of DOC’s Kākāpō Cam, a live video feed from Whenua Hou / Codfish Island.

Fertile kākāpō eggs on Whenua Hou are being incubated at the hut to keep them safe from seabirds, and one night Alison joins kākāpō ranger Mahina Walle as she visits Rakiura’s nest to uplift one of her eggs.

Hit here to listen to the full episode and go here for the Kākāpo Cam. 

2:10 Heading Off to France! Oh la la!

Time for Heading Off, our segment where listeners share their travel adventures. This week we are visiting Paris, with Gregor Thompson.

Gregor's love affair with the country started when he was 19, he ended up living in Paris, doing a master's degree there and working for one of the country's top news channels. 

We'd love to hear from you if you have a travel experience to share, text us 2101 or email us afternoons@rnz.co.nz

2:20 Easy Eats: Chicken Summer tray-bake with Courgettes, Cherry Tomatoes and Chickpeas

It's Wednesday which means we have a recipe to share, each week Kelly Gibney joins us with some Easy Eats; food that is heavy on flavour but light on time commitment.

Today's recipe is chicken summer tray bake with courgettes, cherry tomatoes and chickpeas. Click here for the recipe

2:30 Bookmarks with Producer Cass Avery

Time for Bookmarks, that's our weekly feature where we spend some time chatting to interesting people about what interests them.  

Today Cass Avery is going to share what she likes to listen to, watch and read. 

Cass is a film and TV producer of more that 25 years; specialising in documentary projects, Cass was behind the 2016 Richie McCaw documentary 'Chasing Great' and the recently released Prime Minister - charting Jacinda Ardern's tenure as PM.

3:10 Music Critic: Maggie Tweedie on Hemi Hemmingway

The great Maggie Tweedie is here with the latest from Hemi Hemingway, who by the way will be performing right here on Afternoons next Friday on NZ Live. Hemi's new album is called 'Wings of Desire'.

3:25 Roadie Song: What song do you love to turn up loud?

Joanne shares the song that gets her singing like no one can hear her!

Send your favourite roadie song and why to 2101 or afternoons@rnz.co.nz

3:35 Feature Interview: Where is the world headed in 2026?

 Last year, the law of the jungle ruled the world. 2026 marks a tipping point says Ian Bremmer, president of a leading global research and advisory firm, Eurasia Group and GZERO Media. Each year, Ian Bremmer puts together a list of the greatest risks we will face in the year ahead. He says the United States was the country that wrote the rules for global order but now operates with what seems like no rules at all. He shares his thoughts about President Trump, tariffs and technology and the risks the world faces in 2026.

3:45 The pre-Panel

Wallace Chapman previews tonight's edition of The Panel.