Author Interview
Colum McCann’s latest thriller 'Twist'
Award-winning Irish writer Colum McCann delves into the murky world of undersea communications cables for his upcoming book, Twist. Audio
Geoff Parkes - from Rugby to Rural Noir
Geoff Parkes' has written two books on rugby, but now he's written about a different type of ruckus. His debut novel is a crime fiction, set in rural New Zealand in the 1980s. Audio
Saving the planet and your money at the same time
Sustainability expert Lottie Dalziel has built a career turning environmental problems into sustainable solutions. Audio
Dr Julie Smith - rewriting life advice when facing death
Psychologist and Tik Tok sensation Dr Julie Smith breaks down complex ideas about how our mind works into simple and creative snack-size viral videos. Audio
Why kids check-out of learning and how to prevent it
How well kids do in school depends largely on how they feel about school. All over the world, by the time they hit intermediate, many students just don't see the point of school anymore. In New… Audio
Taste in Music authors Luke Pyenson and Alex Bleeker
What happens when a musician, food and travel journalist makes a book? The answer is a thoughtful collection of essays and conversations about kai, music scenes and genres. Tony Stamp speaks to the… Audio
Dame Lynley Dodd on her lifetime's work
Dame Lynley Dodd's stories have captivated generations of children and adults selling more than 12 million copies worldwide. Audio
Prime Minister’s Award - Neville Peat
Neville Peat has published more than 40 works of natural history, environmental writing and biography, including regional natural histories, histories of Antarctica, and studies of native birds… Audio
Crisis to Contentment - Dr Marny Lishman
A midlife crisis is often stereotyped by the cliched spontaneous sports car purchase or dramatic haircuts. But as psychologist and author Dr Marny Lishman sees it "each phase of life brings with it… Audio
The joy of singing in the shower
Ever wondered why shower singing sounds - and feels - so good? Filmmaker Florian Habicht's new book aims to explain it. Audio
Why Singing in the Shower is your Superpower
A new book offers a practical guide to singing in the shower. It plunges into questions ranging from 'Why do I sound so good in my shower?' to 'How can singing in the shower help me overcome anxiety… Audio
Why best-selling thriller writer David Baldacci is steering clear of AI
Although he's currently suing OpenAI for theft, David Baldacci doesn't want to fuel fears about technology. Audio
World's rebel women motorcyclists celebrated in new photography book
New Zealand photographer Alice Connew joins Maggie Tweedie from her home in Bristol. Audio
About William Dalrymple's History
Historian, author and podcaster William Dalrymple believes it was India's Golden Road - not China's Silk Road - that transformed the world. He tells Kim Hill about is latest book and his own family… Audio
What’s My Book About: Niki Bezzant
Health writer Niki Bezzant joins Jim to discuss her new book The Everything Guide: Hormones, Health and Happiness in Menopause, Midlife and Beyond. Audio
The Bitcoin billionaire who set up a $2 million treasure hunt
Billionaire Jon Collins-Black decided to recapture some of the whimsy and imagination of his youth and set up a treasure hunt across America. Audio
Kirsty Gunn: looking into the troubled human heart
Kirsty Gunn, award-winning writer and professor in creative writing on her new collection of thirteen dark short stories. Audio
Feature interview: flipping script on climate change
Most of the time, when we talk about climate change, we talk about the consequences of getting it wrong. Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson wants to flip the script and ask what would happen if we succeed in… Audio
Heading Off: Jonathan Kennett on Bikepacking
Jesse talks to one of Aotearoa's cycling legends. He's also written about the bikepacking trend and how you can experience it in New Zealand. Audio
