Life And Society
How do you know where your money is actually going when you give to charity?
A new report analysing more than 6,000 charitable grants in Canterbury has found a significant gap between what funders say they prioritise and where their money actually goes. The research by… Audio
Buy Now Pay Later critics call for change
One million Kiwis use a Buy Now Pay Later scheme, but not everyone is convinced the regulations governing them are adequate to protect users from harm.
The price of instant gratification
One million Kiwis use a Buy Now Pay Later scheme, but not everyone is convinced the regulations governing them are adequate to protect users from harm Audio
The Pre Panel for 9 March 2026
Wallace Chapman and producer Tessa Guest preview tonight's instalment of The Panel. Audio
Expert Feature: Everything about cosmetic surgery
It's time for our expert feature, and today we're taking a closer look at cosmetic surgery. Cosmetic procedures are growing in popularity here in NZ, lower costs, easier access, the influence of… Audio
Gordon Watson: working with Cristiano Ronaldo & Lionel Messi
For the past two years the general manager of Auckland City FC, Gordon Watson, has won Maori Sports Administrator of the Year. In the past he also worked for FIFA at three World Cups and with… Audio
Leah McFall: Obsession and control
What are the things you obsess about? What things are just right or just plain wrong? Audio
Kevin Toolis: You Never Forget Your First Corpse, Do You?
Bafta award-winning filmmaker Kevin Toolis grew up on a remote Irish island where death and dying were an everyday part of life. Audio
Why Wellington shouldn't despair
Former Aucklander and journalist Brooke Harper isn't waving the white flag yet on her home city of choice, and says there are plenty of reasons to keep going. She joins Emile Donovan. Audio
Roadtrip Songs
Afternoons is slowly but surely piecing together the perfect road trip playlist, thanks to your recommendations. Today he speaks to Steve about his choice, 'Orange Crush' by REM. Audio
Weekend Stuff: How to change a room's function
It's time for our Weekend Stuff segment; this week we are talking with Sylvia Sanford about changing the role of a room. Please send any questions you have for Sylvia to 2101. Audio
Freaky Friday
Time for Freaky Friday, our home for your terrifying tales. We're talking ghosts and ghouls, UFO's and unexplained happenings. If you've got a story for us, we want to know; 2101 on the text or email… Audio
Take the plunge with an award-winning dive researcher
Professor Simon Mitchell has won a major award for his work advancing dive practice worldwide, receiving the NOGI Science award from the Academy of Underwater Arts and Sciences Considered the 'Oscars'… Audio
Why Country Calendar is still going strong after 60 years
On 6 March, 1966 the first episode of a new show for farmers began.
How do you know if your beach is okay to swim at?
How does the public know what's safe and what's not, especially when the official advice comes with caveats?
Britney Spears arrested in California
The popstar was arrested on Wednesday night, local time, by California Police on suspicion of driving under the influence.
Elvis Presley still lives on in impersonators hearts
The King is gone, but his vast shadow has been long filled with pretenders. Ross McNaughton went to Auckland's Te Atatu RSA to see a wanna-be Elvis. Audio
Nights at the Museum: Museum of Failure
Founder Dr Samuel West is a licensed clinical psychologist with a PhD in organisational psychology, and joins Emile Donovan to share the museum's uniquely uplifting message. Audio
Road Trip Songs
We're asking for the songs you love to play on a road trip! You know, the ones you want to turn up loud and sing like you're part of the band. Jesse has been asking for your suggestions, and they keep… Audio
How to have awkward, but important, chats with your teenager
It's not headline news that raising kids isn't easy: you survive the sleepless nights, get through the toddler tantrums, navigate the primary school pickles, only to arrive at the stage where you need… Audio
