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Meet the Papakura tattoo artist who inks celebrities
Leroy Roberts is on a mission to put Māori art on the map, one tattoo at a time. Jogai Bhatt meets the artist who counts big names among his clients.
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"It's like the hype around rugby" - Kabaddi's loyal following
6 May 2024Brain, brawn and technique comes together seamlessly in Kabaddi and Punjabi fans in New Zealand are more hyped than ever for what some call their 'origin… Video, Audio
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What we're watching: Scream Queens, season 1
5 May 2024Sorority girls are terrorised by a serial killer in this campy, satirical slasher. Jogai Bhatt explains why Scream Queens is worth a watch.
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'He's a rescue dog, but he rescued us'
4 May 2024SPCA shelters are full of dogs abandoned or given up by owners who can no longer afford to look after them. This is the story of one puppy who helped rescue the…
Meet the Papakura tattoo artist who inks celebrities
Leroy Roberts is on a mission to put Māori art on the map, one tattoo at a time. Jogai Bhatt meets the artist who counts big names among his clients.
First Up celebrates 5 years on air today!
Five years ago today, First Up hit the airwaves with host Indira Stewart. Nathan Rarere is now the host and remembers the last 5 years on air through pandmeics, cyclones, wars and $14 sausage rolls! Audio
"It's like the hype around rugby" - Kabaddi's loyal following
Brain, brawn and technique comes together seamlessly in Kabaddi and Punjabi fans in New Zealand are more hyped than ever for what some call their 'origin sport'. Video, Audio
What we're watching: Scream Queens, season 1
Sorority girls are terrorised by a serial killer in this campy, satirical slasher. Jogai Bhatt explains why Scream Queens is worth a watch.
'He's a rescue dog, but he rescued us'
SPCA shelters are full of dogs abandoned or given up by owners who can no longer afford to look after them. This is the story of one puppy who helped rescue the family who adopted him.
Colour instinct: the art of personal colour analysis
You might remember women "getting their colours done" in the 1980s. Thanks to social media, the art of analysing which shades complement a person's natural colouring is again having a moment. Rachel… Audio
A curse and a genetic code: PM's Science Prize winners
Thirty years ago, nurse Maybelle Ngapere McLeod realised a genetic link to the stomach cancer which killed many of her whanau was much more likely that the effect of a curse. She took her suspicions… Audio
Cost of burials set to skyrocket in South Waikato
The cost of a weekend burial in South Waikato could be about to skyrocket - by 354% in some cases. Libby Kirkby-McLeod reports. CEO of the Funeral Directors Association, Gillian Boyes speaks to Lisa… Audio
Freaky Friday
Our weekly segment where we ask listeners to share their strange and spooky stories. Audio, Gallery
10 iconic moments at fashion's biggest night
The annual showcase of the famous, fashionable, beautiful and (occasionally) damned - takes place next week. We look back on some of its biggest moments.
The Pre-Panel for 2 May 2024
Today on the Pre-Panel, Wallace Chapman previews tonight's show and producer Sam Hollis joins to discuss a scientific study that has found the perfect temperature for beer. Audio
Why are musicians and fans wearing earplugs at gigs?
There is a cultural shift in the works when it comes to partying: Young people are thinking about their ears.
Prominent disability rights advocate Sir Robert Martin dies
A prominent disability rights advocate, Sir Robert Martin, has died. Alexia Black worked with Sir Robert as a meeting assistant during his time at the UN. Black spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Kiwi taps at Wellington man's back door
When Wellington resident Eugene Dementyev heard a tap at his back door, he thought it was a cat. He was shocked to see it was a kiwi, who had likely been roaming around his backyard for days… Audio
Agony Aunt: 'Can you ask someone out at their workplace?'
Nights' resident Agony Aunt, comedian Courtney Dawson, is back and ready to answer your quandaries, your palavers, your misgivings. Audio
'It costs to be a musician'
Is money too tight to mention for Aotearoa's music makers? Seven local musicians at different stages of their careers tell us how they're making ends meet in 2024.
The Panel with Verity Johnson and Scott Campbell (Part 2)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Verity Johnson and Scott Campbell discuss the Government's announced independent review into the disability support system and a petition to give a… Audio
100km before 100th birthday: Hawke's Bay man walks for charity
"Life is uncertain," says Hamilton Logan, who is on an epic journey months before he turns 100.
The Panel with Verity Johnson and Scott Campbell (Part 1)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Verity Johnson and Scott Campbell discuss the soaring demand for food support and whether the parameters for seniors renewing their driver's… Audio
Seymour confirms temporary funding for free school lunches
Funding for the scheme is set to continue for the "immediate few years" while officials work out what the alternative programme will look like.
