Pony Baby (the country music project of Jazmine Mary and Arahi) are in the studio to talk about their debut self titled album and their release tour to celebrate. Our Viewmaster Litia Tuiburelevu reviews a new series; The Boy, The Queen, and Everything in Between. Kaitlyn interviews Alex Cameron about his Australian summer and show at the Hollywood Avondale tonight with Roy Molloy. Whakarongo mai nei!

Max Harris gives us some Political Commentary about Te Tiriti legislation, cuts by the government to UNRWA, and AUKUS meetings. We yarn about croissants with Lucinda Bennett on Breakfast Food. Problems is in the studio all the way from the States to talk about his show with Michael Logie and Power Nap this weekend, as well as upcoming releases. Jim chats edible flowers on Greening Out. We recap your Top Ten. Whakarongo mai nei!

Rob Bollix takes us to the depths of The Mind Trench, discussing toxic mud and penguins. Tash, the curator of ‘Loud and Proud’ as part of Pride Month is in to talk about the event. Salene helps listeners with their heckers renting situations on A Room Of One's Own. Whakarongo mai nei!

Second Guessing is a classic- Dim guesses Rock Lobster from the B-52s. We share a conversation Stella had with Josh Homme of Queens of the Stone Age about their most recent record, In Times New Roman, and their tour to celebrate. Jefferson Chen and Yin-Chi are in for Stage Direction with Alice Canton to chat about This Room Is An Island, showing at Te Pou Theatre. PhD candidate at the Faculty of Engineering, Annecy Bal, is in for Ready Steady Learn to talk about her research testing New Zealand state highway bridges constructed pre-1965 to see how they will behave in the event of an earthquake. Whakarongo mai nei!

The crew from REPAIRS are in the studio to talk about the new music video for their latest track Map/ Territory. Our Viewmaster Litia Tuiburelevu reviews True Detective season four. Whakarongo mai nei!

It is our beloved Rachel's birthday! Send her your well wishes On Political Commentary with Marc Daalder, Rachel speaks with him about Cabinet's first meeting of the year and politicians arriving at Rātana. Lucinda Bennett chats cool down kai on Breakfast Food. Hannah Everingham is in the studio to talk about her new single, Giving Up the Dog from her forthcoming album. Tusekah is in the studio to talk about her appearance at Big Fan Live tonight, her first performance in Auckland. Whakarongo mai nei!

Rob Bollix talks space and stuff on The Mind Trench. Liam of Lerm Werld is in the studio to chat about the kaupapa of the collective and their fourth iteration this weekend. Justine Sachs covers your union and employment questions on Red Dead Redemption. Whakarongo mai nei!

Second Guessing makes a triumphant return into 2024, and the stakes have been raised. Peter Cat Recording co. chats to Rachel about their show coming up at Neck of the Woods on Thursday. Āria Harrison-Sparke speaks to Alice Canton on Stage Direction about Shakespeare in the Park. Ready Steady Learn is with Katie Henderson, who tells us about her research into consumer perceptions of gene edited foods. Whakarongo mai nei!

Rachel is back in the building after a week of teaching at the ever-wholesome To The Front (Girls Rock Aotearoa) camp, and has brought some excellent tunage with her. Penelope Noir chats Balenciaga history on Fashun. Drummer (and sometimes vocalist) Hayden Fritchley, of Swallow the Rat is in the studio to talk about the new video for Chain Mail, and exciting gigs in the pipeline for the band, including South by Southwest in Austin, Texas. On Loose Reads, Jenna reviews The Librarianist, a gentle novel from Patrick deWitt. Whakarongo mai nei!

Jonny Long Hair is Breakfast Captain! From a trip down Big Day Out Memory Lane, to bringing callers on air, it's Friday all over. We check in with Candice down at Radio One on Breakfast Buffet. Jonny shares a yarn with D4VD, about his upcoming Laneway appearance. Litia is in today for the first Viewmaster of 2024 to review Emma Stone’s new show The Curse. Whakarongo mai nei!

Rosetta is your morning music guide! Lucinda Bennett is back in the building for a bit of kai chat on Breakfast Food. Jim lets us know how to garden in a flat, and hits us with some excellent hydrangea facts on Greening Out. Whakarongo mai nei!

Aneeka mans the ship this morning! She chats to lead singer Felix and Hugh (bass) of Gengahr about their show this evening at the Tuning Fork to celebrate their record Red Sun Titans. Salene answers your heckers rental queries on A Room Of One's Own. Whakarongo mai nei!

Zoë mans the brekky ship for today! We listen to a chat Stella had with Karly Hartzman, vocalist and guitarist of Wednesday, about their recent record Rat Saw God and their world tour which is reaching Aotearoa in late February. On Stage Direction, Shanaia Boutsady and Sajal Taneja from Mixit’s show I AM… and… I AM are in the studio to talk about the work playing on 20 and 21 January at Oratia Settlers Hall. Robbie Delany is on Ready Steady Learn to chat about his work investigating how inhaling nitrogen dioxide, a gas in car fumes, affects the brain. Whakarongo mai nei!

Stella is your selector this morning! Penelope Noir returns for 2024, giving us a rundown of the life and style of one of David Bowie's stylists, Freddie Buretti on Fashun. Suri is in the studio for Loose Reads, reviewing The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store from James McBride. Whakarongo mai nei!

We take you through your Friday morning with some cruisey tunes. Anna and Rocky from Work are in the studio to chat about the band's new single and gig this weekend at NiceGoblins. 

Rachel and Stella have a tune-filled morning, and Rachel chats to Sam Bambery about his show this evening with Big Sur at Cupid Bar. Whakarongo mai nei!

The cryptic crossword is solved, but not without strife. Rob Bollix takes us on a illustrative journey on The Mind Trench, complete with poetry. The crew from SUO, a band from New York that's been touring across Aotearoa this summer, is in the studio to chat about their show in Tāmaki Makaurau tonight. Whakarongo mai nei!

Rachel and Stella enlist the listeners to help tackle a cryptid crossword. Alice Canton is in the studio for Stage Direction to give us the lowdown on the 2024 theatre season. Jennifer Jiyun Park is on Ready Steady Learn to talk about her research into gaming addictions in Aotearoa. Whakarongo mai nei!

Rachel and Stella cruise into a new year of regularly scheduled programming. Whakarongo mai nei!

It's our last show for 2023, and we're feeling benevolent- the Summer Sorted Super Prize Pack is awarded to one lovely listener. Congrats Meg! Viewmaster Litia does a 2023 wrapped and 2024-excited-to-watch roundup of television. See you in 2024!

We have a chill show with lots of tunes ahead of Save and Rave the b. Justine Sachs gives you employment and union advice on Red Dead Redemption. 

What's Up with Marama Davidson sees the co-leader of the Green Party speak to Rachel about the government's repealing of fair pay agreements, COP28, and activism as of late. Lucinda Bennett chats summer BBQ kai on Breakfast Food. We listen to a chat Liam Watters had with Paris Texas ahead of their Laneway set in 2024. Whakarongo mai nei!

On Isthmus'n That with Desley Simpson, Rachel speaks to the Deputy Mayor about what to remember over the summer. Catherine Fooks, the curator of an exhibition called Luff, being held at Pah is the studio to chat about the work. On Stage Direction with Alice Canton we do a 2023 wrap up of all the good theatre that’s happened this year. Ready Steady Learn is with Dr Rowan Light from the Faculty of Arts in the history department, and he chats about his new book out on collective memory. Whakarongo mai nei!

Penelope Noir delves into the Fashun history of Christmas elves- where on earth do they get their clothes from? Jenna cosplays as your book Agony Aunt on Loose Reads, giving book recommendations off listener-submitted-vibes, as well as giving us the lowdown on the Booker prize winner from this year, Prophet Song from Paul Lynch. Half Queen graces the Breakfast airwaves with a mini mix, to get you in the headspace for Rave the b this coming Wednesday. Whakarongo mai nei!

Penelope Noir delves into the Fashun history of Christmas elves- where on earth do they get their clothes from? Jenna cosplays as your book Agony Aunt on Loose Reads, giving book recommendations off listener-submitted-vibes, as well as giving us the lowdown on the Booker prize winner from this year, Prophet Song from Paul Lynch. Half Queen graces the Breakfast airwaves with a mini mix, to get you in the headspace for Rave the b this coming Wednesday. Whakarongo mai nei!

Dr Kirsten Zemke celebrates 2023 by exploring songs that embody the new year, new me sentiment on Travelling Tunes. The country music love child of Jazmine Mary and Arahi, duo Pony Baby comes into the 95bFM studio to share a new single from their forthcoming album (with an accompanying music video), and treat us to a live acoustic version of one of the unreleased tracks from the record. Viewmaster Litia reviews the British romance series Smothered, which delves into the modern situationship. Whakarongo mai nei!

Dr Kirsten Zemke celebrates 2023 by exploring songs that embody the new year, new me sentiment on Travelling Tunes. The country music love child of Jazmine Mary and Arahi, duo Pony Baby comes into the 95bFM studio to share a new single from their forthcoming album (with an accompanying music video), and treat us to a live acoustic version of one of the unreleased tracks from the record. Viewmaster Litia reviews the British romance series Smothered, which delves into the modern situationship. Whakarongo mai nei!

It's that time of the year on Breakfast Food- what Christmas kai are we all planning? Lucinda returns with full force! Tiny Ruins has a kōrero about playing Save the b very soon. Robbie Nicol is in the studio to talk about White Man Behind A Desk, his monthly live comedy chat show at Basement Theatre.

Rob Bollix dons a new title, The Nonsense Vessel, for the last Mind Trench of 2023. Tim Batt is in the studio to talk about The Worst Idea of All Time season 6 live show at the Hollywood Avondale on December 15, which he’s doing with Guy Montgomery. Salene answers your tenancy questions on A Room Of One's Own. Whakarongo mai nei!

John correctly guesses a classic LCD Soundsystem track and donates some tinned pears to the Auckland City Mission on Second Guessing. On Isthmus'n That with Desley Simpson, the Deputy Mayor speaks to Rachel about infrastructure plans, tsunami warning system updates and ecological threats to the city. THEIA chats about her upcoming performance at the highly anticipated kick-ons to Save the b, Rave the b. On Stage Direction, Alice Canton chats to Jonjon Tolovae and Netane Tauki'uvea about No. 3 Roskill Theatre, the community theare collective located in Mount Roskill. Ready Steady Learn is with Nargiss Taleb, the president of UoA Scientific, a student-led publication focused on science communication. Whakarongo mai nei!

Penelope Noir chats about airplane outfits and dress codes on Fashun. AJA dials in to talk about her new single, True Love, which has a wonderful accompanying video. Suri does a huge 2023 roundup on Loose Reads. Whakarongo mai nei!

Welcome to Friday! Dr Kirsten Zemke explores the world of eighties Scottish pop music on Travelling Tunes. Nabihah Iqbal dials in from London to talk about her upcoming shows in Aotearoa and recent record, Dreamer, released mid 2023. Our Viewmaster Litia is reviewing Inky Pinky Ponky, the drama series screening on Māori TV and on YouTube. Whakarongo mai nei!

Dr Lara Greaves gives us some Political Commentary about solidarity action across the motu headed by Te Pāti Māori, as well as first impressions of the government and their 100-day plan. Dan from DARTZ is chatting about their new single, Learning To Drive with Dad. On Greening Out, Jim tells us how to attract native butterflies to your garden this summer, and gives us an early spin of his new Jim Nothing track, out officially tomorrow. Natural Ange lets you know how to avoid end of year burnout and skin problems on account of this muggy summer. We recap your Top Ten. Whakarongo mai nei!

On The Mind Trench with Rob Bollix, The Bard chats about how music makes us all feel, as well as good background tracks. Much to think about there. Emily Wheatcroft-Snape, AKA Em, is in the studio talking about her newly release EP, Cloud City. Erny Belle chats about her upcoming album release show at Wintergarden, The Civic, celebrating her recent record Not Your Cupid. Whakarongo mai nei!

On Isthmus'n That with Desley Simpson, the Deputy Mayor speaks to Rachel about the proposal to move rubbish collection to fortnightly visits, as well as the Mayor's long term plan proposal for the city. Delaney Davidson is chatting about his new single Don’t Walk Away From Love, off his forthcoming tenth studio album Out Of My Head. Sally Stockwell is on Stage Direction, talking about her show We've Got So Much To Talk About. Ready Steady Learn is with Dr Natalie Netzler, who explains her research with an all-Pacific female-led study looking at traditional Samoan medicines as antiviral medicines to treat viral diseases such as COVID. Whakarongo mai nei!

Auckland Art Gallery's coordinating curator of the exhibition Guo Pei: Fashion, Art, Fantasy, Margaret Young-Sanchez is in the studio for Fashun. We listen to a chat Rachel had with Julie Byrne about her recent record, The Greater Wings, and her show in Auckland in the new year. On Loose Reads Jenna reviews Booker Prize-longlisted author Anna Smaill's novel, Bird Life. Whakarongo mai nei!

Dr Kirsten Zemke takes us on a true journey through unusual covers on Travelling Tunes. Simon Ward is chatting about his project XYZZY, a cinematic event which is screening at the Stardome from the 2-17 December. Our Viewmaster Litia Tuiburelevu reviews the film Bottoms from director Emma Seligman. Diggy Dupe is in the studio to chat about his new single, WE THE CITY which has a great video directed by Tom Grut. Whakarongo mai nei!

Professor Jennifer Curtin gives some Political Commentary on the newly formed government, from policy plans to first impressions. Molly Lewis is in the studio to chat about The Others Way, which is tomorrow night across Karangahape Road. Jess B chats about her new single, Hold Me Down. Brooke Singer from French for Rabbits speaks to Rachel about the band’s new EP, In the End I Won’t Be Coming Home. We recap your 95bFM Top Ten. Whakarongo mai nei!

What's Up with Chris Hipkins sees the leader of the opposition speak to Rachel about short and long term priorities for the Labour Party, and Hipkins' call for a ceasefire in Gaza. Rob Bollix takes us to The Mind Trench, where we hear an interactive poem, and giggle about splooting. Adam Tukiri is in the studio to talk about his recently released album, Babe. Bea Gladding (director & writer) and Batanai Mashingaidze (cast) are in the studio to talk about Basement Theatre’s 2023 edition of the legendary Christmas Show – Jingle Bellethon Telethon. Justine Sachs gives the listeners employment and union tips on Red Dead Redemption. Whakarongo mai nei!

Dim owns Second Guessing, correctly identifying a Snapper track from just one listen of the song- a can of Irish stew is on its way to the City Mission. On Isthmus'n That with Desley Simpson, the Deputy Mayor of Tāmaki Makaurau speaks about what's going on across the city. Synthetic Children chats about her collection of remixes from her 2023 album, Everything’s Perpetual. On Stage Direction with Rishabh Kapoor and Ruchika Tandon, the Prayas Theatre team speaks about their work, The Clay Cart. Ready Steady Learn is with Denis Ngaya, who explains the new equipment entering the country soon that will be able to sequence the genomes of sick infants in NICU. Whakarongo mai nei!

Penelope Noir gives us a rundown of Ray Petri's impact on 80s trends on Fashun. Sam Harmony is in the studio to chat about the Sisters with Transistors screening at The Hollywood Avondale in collaboration with the Audio Foundation. Suri reviews two books on Loose Reads, from fiction and non-fiction realms. Te Huamanuka Luiten-Apirana, the writer of Ngā Reta, is in to talk about the work that’s part of the Rangatahi Theatre Season at Te Pou Theatre. Whakarongo mai nei!

Dr Kirsten Zemke chats about the diverse uses of the vocoder on Travelling Tunes. Jujulipps is in the studio to talk about her long-awaited EP out today, Get That Shot. Our Viewmaster, Litia Tuiburelevu, reviews the Apple TV show The Changeling. Amber Carly Williams dials in to talk about her new EP out today, 21 Roses. Whakarongo mai nei!

Rod Oram gives us some Political Commentary about COP UAE, which he'll be attending next week, as well as his thoughts on the government formation negotiations. Robyn Malcolm chats about her lead role and co-creation of the TVNZ series, After The Party. Rosetta and Leea from To The Front / Girls Rock Aotearoa are in the studio to chat about the fundraising gig happening this Sunday at The Wine Cellar. It's tomato chat on Greening Out- it's not too late to reap the benefits (soon). 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 Chris Hipkins' call for a ceasefire, Pacific leaders calls for National to rethink offshore oil and gas exploration, as well as government formation negotiations. Rob Bollix takes us through a brief history of shoes on The Mind Trench. PollyHill and Samara Alofa are in the studio to perform some tracks from their new collaboration album AQUARIES, and chat about the release show this Saturday. Mel Parsons talks  about her new single Offer Down with an accompanying music video, from her forthcoming album. Justine answers your union and employment questions on Red Dead Redemption. Whakarongo mai nei!

Second Guessing is a slow burn this morning, but a joint effort sees Renee guess a Father John Misty track and donate some canned salmon to the City Mission. On Isthmus'n That with Desley Simpson, the Deputy Mayor speaks to Rachel about congestion charges and an exotic seaweed outbreak in Auckland's waters. Memory Foam are in to talk about their new single, Moon Power. On Stage Direction with Alice Canton, Simon Leary chats about Heartbreak Hotel, which explores the universal experience of heartbreak. Ready Steady Learn is with Chris Puli’uvea, talking about his PhD studying effects of unique Māori and Pacific gene variants on immune function. Whakarongo mai nei!

Penelope Noir gives us a sequel to last week, chatting about Moschino's escapades under Jeremy Scott on Fashun. Peter from Wax Chattels chats about the one-off show they’re playing in February next year at Whammy Backroom with Cable Ties. Jenna does a nice novel roundup on Loose Reads. FABLE yarns about his new single, Please!. Whakarongo mai nei!

We visit the pub (metaphorically) in Australia (mentally) on Travelling Tunes, talking Aussie pub rock with Dr Kirsten Zemke. Rita Mae is in the studio to chat about her new single, The Nightmare. Our Viewmaster Litia reviews the Spinoff Documentary which has recently been released, Every Word Counts. HINA is in the studio to talk about her show coming up on the 18th November at Raynham Park on Karangahape Road as a live premiere of the record coming in summer. Whakarongo mai nei!

Marc Daalder gives us some Political Commentary about mayors across Aotearoa calling for a ceasefire in Gaza, the length and secrecy of coalition talks and National’s plan to reverse the offshore oil and gas ban. Lucinda Bennett chats coleslaw (slaw? cold slaw?) on Breakfast Food. Eyeliner dials in to chat about his new album, brb. Alexander Gandar is in the studio talking about his 20 minute documentary Every Word Counts, produced for The Spinoff, which is out now. Whakarongo mai nei!

Rob Bollix talks space junk, peanut butter paste, and gives us a finish-it-yourself poem on The Mind Trench. Jazmine Mary and Robyn Wilson-Whiting are in the studio to talk about Gig for Gaza, which is on at Wine Cellar tonight. Shona McCullagh, the artistic director of Auckland Arts Festival is in to talk about the programme launch. Salene is in for A Room Of One's Own to help you with renting queries. Whakarongo mai nei!

A round of Second Guessing sees a large amount of juice donated to the City Mission, as Justin and Dim exercise team effort to guess a Blondie track. On Isthmus’n That with Desley Simpson, the Deputy Mayor discusses storm recovery navigators, the Te Ara Tukutuku vision for Wynyard Point being shared with the public and Auckland Council backing the dotterel in bird of the century. Half/Time are in the studio chatting about their new EP, out in the past couple of days, Black Union Jack. Stage Direction is with Laika Rountree and Zoe Meehan, cast members from CHAIRS!, chatting about the show which is on at Basement Theatre from the 14th to the 18th of November. On Ready Steady Learn, Professor Bryder talks about her new book, The Best Country to Give Birth? Midwifery, Homebirth and the Politics of Maternity in Aotearoa New Zealand. Whakarongo mai nei!

Penelope Noir gives us a breakdown of Moschino's history on Fashun. deepState dials in to chat about her upcoming appearance on The Other's Way lineup, and recent success at the Student Radio Network Awards. On Loose Reads, Suri is reviewing Rapture: An Anthology of Performance Poetry from Aotearoa New Zealand, edited by Carrie Rudzinski, and Grace Iwashita-Taylor. Emma Lange is in the studio for a chat about the world premiere of An Almighty Yes, on from 14 to 18 November at Basement Theatre. Whakarongo mai nei!

Dr Kirsten Zemke explores the buzzy world of drift phonk on Travelling Tunes. Bella and Tom from Coast Arcade are in to talk about the band’s new single, Kiss Like This. Our Viewmaster Litia reviews the David Beckham documentary, Beckham. Brandn Shiraz is in the studio to talk about his new song Junior, and accompanying video, shot in Rarotonga, with the director of the video, Bryce Tobin. Whakarongo mai nei!

We chat summer salads with Lucinda Bennett on Breakfast Food. Babe Martin is in to talk about TAUTOKO GAZA, the compilation that artists from Aotearoa have contributed to, to raise funds for Palestinians in Gaza. Natural Ange is in the studio to help you with your natural health queries. We recap your 95bFM Top Ten. Whakarongo mai nei!

On What's Up with Nicola Willis, the deputy leader of the National Party speaks to Rachel about the government negotiations for formation right now, the party's position on the humanitarian conflict in Gaza and the proposed merger of two Foodstuffs co-ops. On the Mind Trench with Rob Bollix, the Bard of Bollix takes us high and low, and gifts us a new poem. Grayson Gilmour chats about his new record, Holding Patterns. Mike Chunn is in the studio to talk about 20 years of Playing It Strange. On Red Dead Redemption, Justine talks about union blockades, annual leave and what benefits joining a union can bring for people from all employment types. Whakarongo mai nei!

A tough Second Guessing stumps the listeners until Shark saves the day and correctly guesses a Mac DeMarco track. On Isthmus'n That with Desley Simpson, the deputy mayor speaks about Auckland Council's adoption of the Future and development strategy and gives an update on the water quality in the harbour and the rāhui status. Zac Arnold of Sunreturn Records is in the studio to chat about the Festival of Sunreturn, coming up this Saturday. On Stage Direction with Alice Canton, Elizabeth Cracroft and Richard Lambert from REHAB are in to talk about the show which is entering its fifth season at the Basement Theatre from November 7-11. Ready Steady Learn is with Linda Waimarie Nikora, a professor of Indigenous Studies set to co-host the 2023 International Indigenous Climate Change Research Summit (IICCRS). Whakarongo mai nei!

Christoph El Truento dials in to chat about his new album, Circle of Friends, which is out today. On Loose Reads, Jenna reviews Britney Spears: The Woman In Me, her autobiography/ memoir. Church is in the studio chatting about Laneway and recent releases. Whakarongo mai nei!

Dr Kirsten Zemke talks us through Bossa nova in modern pop songs on Travelling Tunes. Gussie from Mermaidens is dialling in to chat about the band’s self titled album, out today! Our Viewmaster Litia reviews TVNZ's new series, After the Party. Whakarongo mai nei!

Lucinda chats seasonal produce for spring on Breakfast Food. Ciara Bernstein from Half/Time is in the studio chatting about the band's cultural exchange with Welsh punk group Chroma- catch the Half/Time and Chroma show this evening at 605 Morningside. The goblins are in the studio for the last Hobby Goblins instalment of 2023 before they head off to Christchurch to make a feature length horror film. This week they bring us their shoebox dioramas, which are modelled off the 95bFM studio, post lottery win. Ana Scotney speaks to Rachel about her role in the new Alice Englert film, Bad Behaviour which is out today in cinemas. Whakarongo mai nei!

Rob Bollix brings the controversy on The Mind Trench, discussing Aotearoa's 'favourite vegetables'. Potatoes don't even feature- we demand a recount. Romi Wrights speaks to Rachel about her debut single Bring It Back, out recently via Mānuka Recordings. Andwahn chats about his EP out today via the Big Fresh Collective, titled Cerebral Waste. Salene helps the listeners with phantom cats, weird contract stuff and mould responsibilities on A Room of One's Own. Whakarongo mai nei!

On Isthmus'n That with Desley Simpson, the Deputy Mayor speaks to Rachel about the Māori seats for Auckland Council vote and upcoming Diwali celebrations. Lewis from SCRAN is in the studio talking about the band’s debut single, Born Again. Jack Buchanan and Isla Mayo are to talk about in Silo Theatre's Live Live Cinema: Night of the Living Dead on from 2-12 November at The Hollywood for Stage Direction. Bernard Sama is our guest for Ready Steady Learn, talking about his PhD research which is devoted to critiquing the refugee law system in Aotearoa New Zealand from a therapeutic jurisprudence perspective. Whakarongo mai nei!

We guide you through a soggy morning in Tāmaki Makaurau. Penelope Noir gives us a rundown of chainmail's history on Fashun. Pickle Darling has a kōrero with Rachel about their upcoming performance at The Others Way, as well as a recent release with The Beths. On Loose Reads, Suri reviews Foster, a novella from Claire Keegan. Tim and Loxmynn from CODES about the show they’re putting on at the Wine Cellar on November 4th called In Plain Sight that explores queer songs from last century that slipped under the radar of mainstream culture. Whakarongo mai nei!

Order up for one loaded show at the end of a short week. We head to Ōtepoti to chat with Radio One's Candice, sharing great local tunes and upcoming gigs on Breakfast Buffet. On Travelling Tunes with Dr Kirsten Zemke we play games. Sorry, no, we listen to game soundtracks and explore the illustrious world of ludomusicology. Crystal Choi from Phoebe Rings is in the studio to talk about their upcoming gig this Saturday, as part of Asian (Sound)Scapes, and upcoming releases from the band to get excited about. Our Viewmaster Litia reviews a heckers documentary series called Project Greenlight. Matthew Crawley of Thee Golden Geese comes in to yarn about their album, Bird Of The Year 2023- out today! Whakarongo mai nei.

Marc Daalder gives us some Political Commentary on the recent election, comments on predictions for the formation of government and the statements from parties regarding the conflict in Gaza. We talk chips and fish, fish and chips, and everything in between on Breakfast Food with Lucinda Bennett on Breakfast Food. Yolanda Fagan from Half Hexagon dials in to give us an early spin of their new single Buy The Farm, which is out properly tomorrow. Jim’s chatting about plants that grow on other plants for Greening Out- epiphytes! They love having buddies. Siouxsie Wiles is in the studio talking about the documentary Ms Information, launching in cinemas today. Whakarongo mai nei!

On What's Up with Marama Davidson the co-leader of the Green Party speaks to Rachel about the Green Party's calls for a ceasefire in the Israel/Gaza conflict, and the election results. Rob Bollix takes us to The Mind Trench, discussing the science of hand toes (thumbs). Luke Towart from Wurld Series dials in to talk about new singles and their forthcoming record The Giant’s Lawn, which is out November 17. Whakarongo mai nei!

Welcome to Fake Monday. We announce the exciting full lineup of the Others Way Festival, and chat to Fazerdaze about her upcoming performance at the festival. On Stage Direction, Vincent Andrew-Scammell and Anthony Crum come in to talk about Bullrush's spooky Halloween special; Ghoulrush. Duncan McDonald is on Ready Steady Learn, in the studio to talk about his research looking into improving the resilience of marae during disasters and climate emergencies. Whakarongo mai nei!

Liam guides you through the Labour Day show with plenty of chats and tunes. Whakarongo mai nei!

We speak silly nonsense on Travelling Tunes with Dr Kirsten Zemke, discussing songs that use gibberish. Ebony Lamb is dialling in to talk about her self titled solo debut album released via Slowtime Records and upcoming tour to celebrate, kicking off October 27 (tickets from Banished Music). Our Viewmaster, Litia Tuiburelevu, reviews the second season of Raised By Refugees. Michael Cathro of Ha The Unclear is chatting about the band’s new single, FISH. Whakarongo mai nei!

Dr Amara Rata is on Political Commentary, speaking about responses from political parties in Aotearoa regarding the situation in Gaza. We talk meatballs on Breakfast Food with Lucinda Bennett. Milk Tooth (from Te Whanganui-A-Tara) are chatting about their debut track Liquid and upcoming show at Neck of the Woods on Saturday October 21st as part of their tour, celebrating the release of their upcoming single, Voyager which we give a sneaky early spin. The Hobby Goblins put on their Sports Team hat to talk about their fundraiser screening of The Beths Auckland Concert Film at the Hollywood Avondale so they can make their very own horror movie this summer! On a related note, under the Goblin Hat, they showcase their horror movie knitting. Erny Belle is in the studio to talk about her new single out today, Pitt Stop, the third single to be released from her forthcoming sophomore album Not Your Cupid which is out Friday 10th November via Flying Nun Records. Whakarongo mai nei!

On The Mind Trench with Rob Bollix, the Bard of Bollix talks Beakhoven's Feather Symphony (AKA classical music for chickens). KMTP is in the studio to chat about their recent album release and the midst of their tour, with an upcoming show in Auckland. Steph from Fake Purr is chatting about their one-off show at Whammy Bar this Saturday. Salene is in for A Room Of One's Own, speaking about renters rights, potential no cause evictions and weird landlord set-ups. Whakarongo mai nei!

On Isthmus'n That with Desley Simpson, the Deputy Mayor speaks to Rachel about the election results and what they might mean for local government, the Auckland Council’s six demographic advisory panels outline for the next three years and an update on the Tāmaki Makaurau Tauawhi Kaumātua Age-friendly Auckland Action Plan. Buzz Moller from Voom chats about the Save the b fundraising gig, and his time at the station. On Stage Direction, Alice Canton speaks to Louise Jiang and Nuanzhi Zheng are in the studio to talk about their upcoming work, Chick Habit opening 24 October at Basement Theatre. On Ready Steady Learn, Amy Garrett from the Auckland Bioengineering Institute is in the studio to talk about her research into investigating the uterus and how in the end we might be able to help conditions like endometriosis, extreme period pains and pre-term labour. Whakarongo mai nei!

Penelope Noir talks about sneakerheads, and the new TVNZ+ show hosted by Amon Tyson from SWIDT on Fashun. Rachel speaks to Blondshell about the release of her deluxe edition of her self-titled album, and her upcoming performance at Laneway 2024 in Aotearoa. On Loose Reads Suri reviews Doppelganger: A Trip Into The Mirror World, from Naomi Klein. Eamon Edmundson-Wells is speaking about the MEL Sample Library Collection at Audio Foundation Records. Whakarongo mai nei!

On Travelling Tunes with Dr Kirsten Zemke, we explore nightcore and songs sped up for Tik Tok. We share a chat Stella had with Jamila Woods before the release of her album Water Made Us, which is out today. Our Viewmaster Litia Tuiburelevu reviews Everything Now, a teen drama comedy streaming on Netflix. Tyley, guitarist and vocalis from Lizard Prom is dialling in from the Hawkes Bay to talk about the release of their new EP, Thanks for Everything I had a Wonderful Time which is out today. Whakarongo mai nei!

Marc Daalder gives us some Political Commentary before the election this weekend, speaking to Rachel about recent polls, increasing support for minor parties, discourse around a potential hung parliament and debates as of late. Lucinda Bennett talks about kai for election night on Breakfast Food. Demarnia Lloyd from Cloudboy chats about the Down at the End of the Garden 20th anniversary tour. Jim beams in Live From A Slide on Greening Out to tell us about growing gorgeous gardens when working with limited space. Natural Ange is in the studio to answer your questions about holistic health. We recap your Top 10. Whakarongo mai nei!

On What's Up with Nicola Willis, the Deputy Leader of the National Party speaks to Rachel about the finance debate, National's fiscal plan and National's last week of campaign priorities. Rob Bollix takes us to the world of puppets and joint audience appreciation (and heartrates) on The Mind Trench. Gregg Slatter of Big Scout chats about the band's new single, DONUT. Justine assists with your union queries on Red Dead Redemption. Whakarongo mai nei!

On Isthmus’n That with Desley Simpson, the Deputy Mayor speaks to Rachel about $2 billion flood buyout deal from council, the Waitematā Harbour sewage spill and a public health warning for Lake Wainamu. Mā and Wynona AKA Iti Bubbas are chatting about their new record, IDIOT CHECK. On Stage Direction with Alice Canton, Cathy Livermore, the acting Tempo Director chats about their 2023 festival. We have Anantha Narayanan on Ready Steady Learn, speaking about his research studying the use of music in the operating theatre. Whakarongo mai nei!

Penelope Noir chats about AI predicting trends on Fashun. Rachel has a conversation with Sarah Mary Chadwick about her most recent album, Messages To God. Jenna is in the studio, reviewing Green Dot, a new novel from Madeline Gray on Loose Reads. Anna Rose Duckworth is in the studio, director of Just Kidding, I Actually Love You!, one of the New Zealand shorts that are part of The Sampler session this year in Show Me Shorts. Whakarongo mai nei!

Dr Kirsten Zemke explores vintage voices on Travelling Tunes. Crystal Chen dials in from Beijing to have a chat about her new single, Bubble Bath. Litia, our Viewmaster, reviews Far North. Show Me Shorts Festival Director, Gina Dellabarca is in the studio to talk about the festival, which kicks off today. Whakarongo mai nei!

It's an award ceremony spesh! Rachel and Stella share their coverage of the Silver Scrolls 2023 across the show, with chats from NZ Music Hall of Fame inductee Don McGlashan to Silver Scroll winners The Beths. Lucinda Bennett yarns about ice cream on Breakfast Food. The Hobby Goblins introduce their cryptid clay, and a hammer makes an appearance. Whakarongo mai nei!

The Prime Minister dials in for a kōrero on What's Up with Chris Hipkins about increased violence against political candidates this election, Labour’s full policy plan and upcoming scheduling of leaders debates. Rob Bollix talks planet stuff, flavour combos and dwarf crocodiles on The Mind Trench. Arahi is in the studio to chat about a new project, Te Tokotoru, and plays us an acoustic track. Salene is back with A Room Of One's Own, talking notice periods for landlords to rock up to your flat, lawns and bonds. Whakarongo mai nei!

On Isthmus'n That with Desley Simpson, the Deputy Mayor speaks to Rachel about the Waitematā harbour sewage spill, and Desley's visit to Māngere. Sam Low, former Breakfast Food host and winner of Masterchef is in the studio talking about his new cookbook, Modern Chinese, hitting the shelves today. On Stage Direction with Alice Canton, director Tane Te Pakeke-Patterson and performer Tom Webster are in the studio talking about their play Oi Fred! opening at Studio at Basement Theatre this evening and running until 7 October. PhD student Julia Musgrave is on Ready Steady Learn, talking about her research studying effects of diabetes on the heart. Whakarongo mai nei!

Welcome to another week of Breakfast! To round off the tour of Aotearoa (Dunedin, Wellington and Auckland) that they’ve done with Mount Eerie, Black Belt Eagle Scout is in the studio having a chat and playing some live acoustic tracks for us. On Loose Reads, Suri reviews Strangers at the Port, a novel from Lauren Aimee Curtis. Whakarongo mai nei!

On Travelling Tunes with Dr Kirsten Zemke, we explore grime music. Kazu Makino of Blonde Redhead speaks to Rachel about the band's new album Sit Down For Dinner, out today. Litia Tuiburelevu is our Viewmaster, talking about the new season of her show Still Here. Swop from Yoko-Zuna, Kédu and Elisa are in the studio having a yarn about their upcoming gig at Neck of the Woods. Whakarongo mai nei!

Max Harris gives us some Political Commentary on welfare policy offerings from across the political spectrum in the lead-up to the election. Lucinda Bennett chats about what to bring to a midweek dinner party on Breakfast Food. Dave and Marcus from Magic Factory are in the studio chatting about their album release party this weekend. Ryan Fisherman has a kōrero about his newly released album, Country EMO. Nikita Tu-Bryant of KITA is chatting about the Love Lives Here Tour, coming to Auckland Saturday night. Whakarongo mai nei!

On What’s Up with Marama Davidson the co-leader of the Green Party speaks to Rachel about the Labour Party's climate policy announcement about the best start payment, the Green Party school lunch policy and recent polling. Rob Bollix takes us to The Mind Trench, investigating human beginnings (with logs). Steph Brown and Fen Ikner of LIPS chat about their vision for the musical performance of the Silver Scrolls ceremony-  LIPS are the creative force behind the musical performances for the show. Whakarongo mai nei!

A hearty round of Second Guessing is won by Andrew, who guesses a Talking Heads tune. On Isthmus’n That with Desley Simpson, the Deputy Mayor speaks to Rachel about Watercare plans for Muriwai, Mayor Brown’s manifesto document being published, and celebrations around the CBD soon. Princess Chelsea dials in from the States to talk about her upcoming shows in Aotearoa as part of the Everything Is Going To Be Alright Tour. On Stage Direction with Alice Canton, Jill Kwan, director and playwright of How To Throw A Chinese Funeral is in the studio talking about the upcoming work. Ready Steady Learn is with Marilyn Giloux, Senior Lecturer in marketing, who tells Rachel about her research into the use of fear marketing. Whakarongo mai nei!

Rachel is back, and we have a fun Monday lined up for you! Penelope Noir brings us some Fashun, and Kristine Crabb joins her in the studio to talk about the new store for her brand Gloria. Amber Carly Williams dials in from Christchurch to talk about her new single, Kids On The Internet. On Loose Reads, Jenna reviews The Bee Sting by Paul Murray, which is newly shortlisted for the Booker. Christina Lacy from The Paper Kites over in Australia chats about the band’s new album, At The Roadhouse. Whakarongo mai nei!

Rounding off the star-studded cast of lovely guests hosts is the wonderful Ali! We check in with Candice of Radio One in Ōtepoti through the magic of the SRN Breakfast Buffet. On Travelling Tunes with Dr Kirsten Zemke, we explore songs that incorporate narration. Graeme Jefferies is in the studio chatting about recent albums, upcoming shows and his 100-year-old-marxophone. Whakarongo mai nei!

Start your morning right with Zoë's tune selections, and great chats. Marc Daalder is on Political Commentary, and speaks to Zoë about the first leader’s debate from Tuesday evening. Lucinda Bennett chats about seasonal produce on Breakfast Food- how do you prepare your asparagus? Shadon Meredith is in the studio to talk about his new solo show, Waiting, that opens next week. The Hobby Goblins are back in the studio after crafting for a fortnight to bring you their mystical macrame. Whakarongo mai nei!

Wake up with Eli! On The Mind Trench with Rob Bollix, we chat oysters, light, and seabeds (for sleeping). We listen to a kōrero Rachel had last week with Katherine Paul of Black Belt Eagle Scout about their album released in February this year, ahead of their show with Mount Eerie here in Tāmaki Makaurau on October 1 at Whammy Bar. Salene answers your rental questions on A Room Of One's Own. Whakarongo mai nei!

Annabel brings the heat on Second Guessing, and a Luther Vandross stumps the listeners until a team effort sees some tinned peaches head on their way to the Auckland City Mission. Amongst exciting announcements, Annabel speaks to the Deputy Mayor on Isthmus’n That with Desley Simpson about consultation for Māori seats closing on 24 September, tsunami siren testings this weekend and celebrations for Suffrage Day. On Stage Direction with Alice Canton, writer, director and composer of ÉMILIE, Sophie Lindsay, is in the studio to chat about the show which tells the story of French scientist Émilie Du Châtelet, playing at Auckland’s Q Theatre from 19–23 September 2023. Whakarongo mai nei!

Frances takes care of Breakfast this Monday morning! Penelope Noir talks about Beka Gvishiani, AKA Style Not Com, and his breakout at Fashion Week on Fashun. Hine Te Ariki Parata-Walker, one of the writers that will showcase her new play in a public reading as part of Koanga Festival is chatting about the festival and her play, The Jumpers. Suri reviews Palo Alto: A History of California, Capitalism, and the World, a book from Malcolm Harris on Loose Reads. Whakarongo mai nei!

Sam mans the Breakfast ship this morning! Dr Kirsten Zemke brings us Afrobeats on Travelling Tunes. Sam speaks to Rachael Norcross, guitarist and vocalist of Model Home about the band’s new debut album, out today, titled ...And Nobody Made A Sound. Joel Armstrong is our Viewmaster, reviewing the One Piece live action, streaming on Netflix. Whakarongo mai nei!

Max Harris gives some Political Commentary on the policies being proposed that address renter's rights from parties leading up to the election. Lucinda Bennett chats about egg styles (very contentious) and union-caramel-slice on Breakfast Food. On Greening Out with Jim, we have a yarn about the looming dry weather and how to prep. Natural Ange gives advice for impending hayfever, dry skin, and other seasonal woes. We recap your Top Ten. 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, Gr​ø​nland 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 days on 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 of 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!

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 Saw tell 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 Breakfast Buffet. 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 on 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 Club which 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!