http://plains.org.nz/ (C)Plains Media en-nz Featured interviews with a range of interesting locals and visitors; and edited recordings of public lectures by a variety of organisations and institutions. Plains Media Features Featured interviews with a range of interesting locals and visitors; and edited recordings of public lectures by a variety of organisations and institutions. no Plains Media info@plains.org.nz Various Mon, 22 Jun 2026 04:04:27 +1200 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 04:04:27 +1200 Known for his popular Substack and podcast covering the independent music scene across Aotearoa and Ōtautahi, Isaac has become a familiar voice through artist interviews, gig coverage, commentary, and championing local music. In this conversation, we go beyond the MT Noise persona to learn more about Isaac himself. We dive into his day job in marketing, discussing practical tips for self-promotion and how artists can better connect with their audiences. Known for his popular Substack and podcast covering the independent music scene across Aotearoa and Ōtautahi, Isaac has become a familiar voice through artist interviews, gig coverage, commentary, and championing local music. In this conversation, we go beyond the MT Noise persona to learn more about Isaac himself. We dive into his day job in marketing, discussing practical tips for self-promotion and how artists can better connect with their audiences. Known for his popular Substack and podcast covering the independent music scene across Aotearoa and Ōtautahi, Isaac has become a familiar voice through artist interviews, gig coverage, commentary, and championing local music. In this conversation, we go beyond the MT Noise persona to learn more about Isaac himself. We dive into his day job in marketing, discussing practical tips for self-promotion and how artists can better connect with their audiences. 0:39:0 7632d4f6-fd2a-48b5-8b00-85912ccb08cf Sat, 20 Jun 2026 18:00:00 +1200 episodic Plains Media Features visits the Ethnic Women Leadership Conference organised by Lady Khadijah Trust in Christchurch. Featuring inspiring keynote speakers, leadership discussions, wellbeing workshops, a magazine launch, cultural performances, and community connections, this event celebrated the strength, diversity, and potential of ethnic women shaping a brighter future in Aotearoa. Plains Media Features visits the Ethnic Women Leadership Conference organised by Lady Khadijah Trust in Christchurch. Featuring inspiring keynote speakers, leadership discussions, wellbeing workshops, a magazine launch, cultural performances, and community connections, this event celebrated the strength, diversity, and potential of ethnic women shaping a brighter future in Aotearoa. Plains Media Features visits the Ethnic Women Leadership Conference organised by Lady Khadijah Trust in Christchurch. Featuring inspiring keynote speakers, leadership discussions, wellbeing workshops, a magazine launch, cultural performances, and community connections, this event celebrated the strength, diversity, and potential of ethnic women shaping a brighter future in Aotearoa. 0:27:3 ebcba985-d8e1-40b9-b984-2c0a1e7a2b95 Mon, 15 Jun 2026 09:00:00 +1200 episodic Today we catch up with Alan Davis, yes, that Alan Davies, from QI and Jonnathan Creek! After a long decade he is back in NZ touring his new show Think Ahead! TOUR DATES: Waikato Regional Theater, Hamilton - Friday July 31st Kiri Te Kanawa Theater, Auckland - Saturday August 1st Baycourt Addison Theater, Tauranga - Monday August 3rd and Tuesday August 4th Municipal Theater, Napier - Friday August 7th Michael Fowler Centre, Wellington - Saturday August 8th TSB Theater, New Plymouth - /sunday August 9th The Regent on Broadway, Palmerston North - Monday August 10th Town Hall, Christchurch - Wednesday August 12th Regent Theater, Dunedin - Thursday August 13th Today we catch up with Alan Davis, yes, that Alan Davies, from QI and Jonnathan Creek! After a long decade he is back in NZ touring his new show Think Ahead! TOUR DATES: Waikato Regional Theater, Hamilton - Friday July 31st Kiri Te Kanawa Theater, Auckland - Saturday August 1st Baycourt Addison Theater, Tauranga - Monday August 3rd and Tuesday August 4th Municipal Theater, Napier - Friday August 7th Michael Fowler Centre, Wellington - Saturday August 8th TSB Theater, New Plymouth - /sunday August 9th The Regent on Broadway, Palmerston North - Monday August 10th Town Hall, Christchurch - Wednesday August 12th Regent Theater, Dunedin - Thursday August 13th Today we catch up with Alan Davis, yes, that Alan Davies, from QI and Jonnathan Creek! After a long decade he is back in NZ touring his new show Think Ahead! TOUR DATES: Waikato Regional Theater, Hamilton - Friday July 31st Kiri Te Kanawa Theater, Auckland - Saturday August 1st Baycourt Addison Theater, Tauranga - Monday August 3rd and Tuesday August 4th Municipal Theater, Napier - Friday August 7th Michael Fowler Centre, Wellington - Saturday August 8th TSB Theater, New Plymouth - /sunday August 9th The Regent on Broadway, Palmerston North - Monday August 10th Town Hall, Christchurch - Wednesday August 12th Regent Theater, Dunedin - Thursday August 13th 0:18:27 57f536b8-2016-436d-91ef-13fc2bb8d9d0 Fri, 12 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +1200 episodic Join us in this amazing chat with Director Dan Bain who talks about the absolutely amazing play Let The Right One In. Playing now in the Court Theater! Join us in this amazing chat with Director Dan Bain who talks about the absolutely amazing play Let The Right One In. Playing now in the Court Theater! Join us in this amazing chat with Director Dan Bain who talks about the absolutely amazing play Let The Right One In. Playing now in the Court Theater! 0:30:24 65c054e5-078e-4bdd-a650-61f1fa2f6212 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +1200 episodic We recently caught up with the team from Life Education for a Plains Media Feature interview to learn more about this year's theme, Respect & Kindness, and how schools, businesses, and communities across Aotearoa Whether you're wearing yellow, dressing up as a giraffe, hosting a morning tea, or making a donation, every contribution helps support Life Education's important work with tamariki. Check out our latest Plains Media Feature interview and find out how you can be part of Wear Yellow for Harold Day 2026! 🦒 We recently caught up with the team from Life Education for a Plains Media Feature interview to learn more about this year's theme, Respect & Kindness, and how schools, businesses, and communities across Aotearoa Whether you're wearing yellow, dressing up as a giraffe, hosting a morning tea, or making a donation, every contribution helps support Life Education's important work with tamariki. Check out our latest Plains Media Feature interview and find out how you can be part of Wear Yellow for Harold Day 2026! 🦒 We recently caught up with the team from Life Education for a Plains Media Feature interview to learn more about this year's theme, Respect & Kindness, and how schools, businesses, and communities across Aotearoa Whether you're wearing yellow, dressing up as a giraffe, hosting a morning tea, or making a donation, every contribution helps support Life Education's important work with tamariki. Check out our latest Plains Media Feature interview and find out how you can be part of Wear Yellow for Harold Day 2026! 🦒 0:27:9 4d7e4ec5-77b4-471a-8768-d72196802d66 Thu, 04 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +1200 episodic A chat with Luke Van Wyk (104) from Rolleston College, the winner of the 2026 Play It Strange Junior Songwriting Competition! 🏆 Luke's winning song, "PAY LATER", impressed judges with its originality, maturity, and creative take on consumerism. The track serves as an "ad break" within his album Consumer Effect, blending polished commercial sounds with thoughtful commentary on the true cost of capitalism. With 176 entries from talented young songwriters across Aotearoa, taking out first place is an incredible achievement. Luke shares his songwriting journey, the story behind the song, and what comes next as he continues to make waves in the NZ music scene. A chat with Luke Van Wyk (104) from Rolleston College, the winner of the 2026 Play It Strange Junior Songwriting Competition! 🏆 Luke's winning song, "PAY LATER", impressed judges with its originality, maturity, and creative take on consumerism. The track serves as an "ad break" within his album Consumer Effect, blending polished commercial sounds with thoughtful commentary on the true cost of capitalism. With 176 entries from talented young songwriters across Aotearoa, taking out first place is an incredible achievement. Luke shares his songwriting journey, the story behind the song, and what comes next as he continues to make waves in the NZ music scene. A chat with Luke Van Wyk (104) from Rolleston College, the winner of the 2026 Play It Strange Junior Songwriting Competition! 🏆 Luke's winning song, "PAY LATER", impressed judges with its originality, maturity, and creative take on consumerism. The track serves as an "ad break" within his album Consumer Effect, blending polished commercial sounds with thoughtful commentary on the true cost of capitalism. With 176 entries from talented young songwriters across Aotearoa, taking out first place is an incredible achievement. Luke shares his songwriting journey, the story behind the song, and what comes next as he continues to make waves in the NZ music scene. 0:24:0 cea5fb7c-9845-4daa-b40b-b14551d90958 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 19:00:00 +1200 episodic Join us today as we chat with Sam Miller, film director from Otautahi, and Jess McLachlan, events coordinator at the New Zealand Alpine Club. We talk about all the amazing things the Alpine Club get up to, and we focus on the upcoming BANFF Mountain Film Festival Tour, arriving to Otautahi on the 3rd of June. Join us today as we chat with Sam Miller, film director from Otautahi, and Jess McLachlan, events coordinator at the New Zealand Alpine Club. We talk about all the amazing things the Alpine Club get up to, and we focus on the upcoming BANFF Mountain Film Festival Tour, arriving to Otautahi on the 3rd of June. Join us today as we chat with Sam Miller, film director from Otautahi, and Jess McLachlan, events coordinator at the New Zealand Alpine Club. We talk about all the amazing things the Alpine Club get up to, and we focus on the upcoming BANFF Mountain Film Festival Tour, arriving to Otautahi on the 3rd of June. 0:17:42 c1f7839f-4fee-4733-8c42-ce913d377de7 Fri, 29 May 2026 17:00:00 +1200 episodic Plains Media caught up with Molly and Gracie from Wairarapa Cobham Intermediate School following their ShowQuest 2026 performance, “Their Journey, Our Story.” The student leaders shared their experiences preparing for the event, working as a team, leading their peers, and performing on stage, while also talking about sports, school life, and leadership. Plains Media caught up with Molly and Gracie from Wairarapa Cobham Intermediate School following their ShowQuest 2026 performance, “Their Journey, Our Story.” The student leaders shared their experiences preparing for the event, working as a team, leading their peers, and performing on stage, while also talking about sports, school life, and leadership. Plains Media caught up with Molly and Gracie from Wairarapa Cobham Intermediate School following their ShowQuest 2026 performance, “Their Journey, Our Story.” The student leaders shared their experiences preparing for the event, working as a team, leading their peers, and performing on stage, while also talking about sports, school life, and leadership. 0:24:1 f0437bec-9cf4-4be0-b058-355a862eb475 Fri, 29 May 2026 16:00:00 +1200 episodic Join us today for a chat with Otautahi's own Josh Johson, an amazing accomplished actor who will be playing the role of François in the G&T production of & Juliet. Make sure to get your tickets! The show starts playing in the Isaac Royal Theater on Saturday 30th of May Join us today for a chat with Otautahi's own Josh Johson, an amazing accomplished actor who will be playing the role of François in the G&T production of & Juliet. Make sure to get your tickets! The show starts playing in the Isaac Royal Theater on Saturday 30th of May Join us today for a chat with Otautahi's own Josh Johson, an amazing accomplished actor who will be playing the role of François in the G&T production of & Juliet. Make sure to get your tickets! The show starts playing in the Isaac Royal Theater on Saturday 30th of May 0:17:31 87ffdbb2-d4ee-44f0-841f-83d277ad1edf Wed, 27 May 2026 17:30:00 +1200 episodic In this episode, We sit down with the Chief Executive of Interpreting New Zealand to discuss the vital role interpreters play in healthcare, justice, education, and community services. We explore the challenges facing the industry, the importance of language access, and how interpreting helps build stronger, more inclusive communities across New Zealand. In this episode, We sit down with the Chief Executive of Interpreting New Zealand to discuss the vital role interpreters play in healthcare, justice, education, and community services. We explore the challenges facing the industry, the importance of language access, and how interpreting helps build stronger, more inclusive communities across New Zealand. In this episode, We sit down with the Chief Executive of Interpreting New Zealand to discuss the vital role interpreters play in healthcare, justice, education, and community services. We explore the challenges facing the industry, the importance of language access, and how interpreting helps build stronger, more inclusive communities across New Zealand. 0:21:19 8c8c747f-b450-46af-aab2-3ba3b01ee8b7 Mon, 25 May 2026 11:00:00 +1200 episodic ShowQuest is one the New Zealand's leading student performing arts competitions. For those who couldn't attend and experience the event visually, Plains Media has recorded live on the 18th of May 2026 at the stunning Christchurch Town Hall. ShowQuest 2026 is here for you to experience through your ears... ShowQuest is one the New Zealand's leading student performing arts competitions. For those who couldn't attend and experience the event visually, Plains Media has recorded live on the 18th of May 2026 at the stunning Christchurch Town Hall. ShowQuest 2026 is here for you to experience through your ears... ShowQuest is one the New Zealand's leading student performing arts competitions. For those who couldn't attend and experience the event visually, Plains Media has recorded live on the 18th of May 2026 at the stunning Christchurch Town Hall. ShowQuest 2026 is here for you to experience through your ears... 0:20:46 c8130a84-cf34-4d0c-a72d-91d3ddd73c83 Mon, 25 May 2026 11:00:00 +1200 episodic A group of outdoor education students from Canterbury are taking on an incredible challenge to raise funds and awareness for the I Am Hope Foundation and youth mental health in Aotearoa. Between November and December 2026, the team will journey more than 300km across the South Island. From Ross to Gore Bay, walking, biking, and packrafting... all while wearing gumboots. The gumboots represent the struggle of moving through the “mud” of mental health and the importance of taking those first steps toward support and conversation. A group of outdoor education students from Canterbury are taking on an incredible challenge to raise funds and awareness for the I Am Hope Foundation and youth mental health in Aotearoa. Between November and December 2026, the team will journey more than 300km across the South Island. From Ross to Gore Bay, walking, biking, and packrafting... all while wearing gumboots. The gumboots represent the struggle of moving through the “mud” of mental health and the importance of taking those first steps toward support and conversation. A group of outdoor education students from Canterbury are taking on an incredible challenge to raise funds and awareness for the I Am Hope Foundation and youth mental health in Aotearoa. Between November and December 2026, the team will journey more than 300km across the South Island. From Ross to Gore Bay, walking, biking, and packrafting... all while wearing gumboots. The gumboots represent the struggle of moving through the “mud” of mental health and the importance of taking those first steps toward support and conversation. 0:20:19 ff2763f2-2ad2-4a9b-8f02-2b3c6eb6e725 Sun, 24 May 2026 12:30:00 +1200 episodic We caught up with Rachel Ashby from the NZ Music Commission to chat about what attendees can expect and why events like this are so important for growing local music communities. Going Local is returning to the South Island this NZ Music Month, bringing together some of Aotearoa’s leading music industry organisations for a free event series designed to help emerging artists better understand the music industry. From funding and publishing to promotion, rights, and career development, Going Local gives musicians and creatives the chance to hear directly from organisations including NZ Music Commission, NZ On Air Music, APRA AMCOS, Independent Music NZ, Recorded Music NZ and more. Going Local Christchurch Wednesday May 20 Space Academy, Christchurch We caught up with Rachel Ashby from the NZ Music Commission to chat about what attendees can expect and why events like this are so important for growing local music communities. Going Local is returning to the South Island this NZ Music Month, bringing together some of Aotearoa’s leading music industry organisations for a free event series designed to help emerging artists better understand the music industry. From funding and publishing to promotion, rights, and career development, Going Local gives musicians and creatives the chance to hear directly from organisations including NZ Music Commission, NZ On Air Music, APRA AMCOS, Independent Music NZ, Recorded Music NZ and more. Going Local Christchurch Wednesday May 20 Space Academy, Christchurch We caught up with Rachel Ashby from the NZ Music Commission to chat about what attendees can expect and why events like this are so important for growing local music communities. Going Local is returning to the South Island this NZ Music Month, bringing together some of Aotearoa’s leading music industry organisations for a free event series designed to help emerging artists better understand the music industry. From funding and publishing to promotion, rights, and career development, Going Local gives musicians and creatives the chance to hear directly from organisations including NZ Music Commission, NZ On Air Music, APRA AMCOS, Independent Music NZ, Recorded Music NZ and more. Going Local Christchurch Wednesday May 20 Space Academy, Christchurch 0:12:33 cf58daf8-1842-4b08-8cee-1948f2d58cb8 Wed, 20 May 2026 07:00:00 +1200 episodic In this Plains Media feature episode, A Vegan Lounge host Sarah Jackson speaks with Christchurch Central māmā and Green Party MP Kahurangi Carter about the Copyright (Parody and Satire) Amendment Bill and broader conversations about mental health, addiction, and compassionate approaches to justice and public policy. The discussion explores freedom of expression, political satire, advocacy, and the role that we can play in shaping Aotearoa’s future. In this Plains Media feature episode, A Vegan Lounge host Sarah Jackson speaks with Christchurch Central māmā and Green Party MP Kahurangi Carter about the Copyright (Parody and Satire) Amendment Bill and broader conversations about mental health, addiction, and compassionate approaches to justice and public policy. The discussion explores freedom of expression, political satire, advocacy, and the role that we can play in shaping Aotearoa’s future. In this Plains Media feature episode, A Vegan Lounge host Sarah Jackson speaks with Christchurch Central māmā and Green Party MP Kahurangi Carter about the Copyright (Parody and Satire) Amendment Bill and broader conversations about mental health, addiction, and compassionate approaches to justice and public policy. The discussion explores freedom of expression, political satire, advocacy, and the role that we can play in shaping Aotearoa’s future. 0:25:31 1ee02ecb-c8a6-4b5e-bd57-d47fe5c01ec7 Tue, 12 May 2026 19:00:00 +1200 episodic Nico sits down with rising Aotearoa country-pop artist Rosie Teese to chat about her brand new single “Addicted”, out today With a chat about the story behind the track, inspirations behind why Rosie writes music in the first place, and Rosie’s incredible rise over the last couple of years as she’s brought her country-pop sound onto Aotearoa’s charts and playlists. Nico sits down with rising Aotearoa country-pop artist Rosie Teese to chat about her brand new single “Addicted”, out today With a chat about the story behind the track, inspirations behind why Rosie writes music in the first place, and Rosie’s incredible rise over the last couple of years as she’s brought her country-pop sound onto Aotearoa’s charts and playlists. Nico sits down with rising Aotearoa country-pop artist Rosie Teese to chat about her brand new single “Addicted”, out today With a chat about the story behind the track, inspirations behind why Rosie writes music in the first place, and Rosie’s incredible rise over the last couple of years as she’s brought her country-pop sound onto Aotearoa’s charts and playlists. 0:22:43 395a21da-e16e-4a56-9842-3f6d37d94450 Fri, 08 May 2026 12:30:00 +1200 episodic We sit down with Aled Jones ahead of his first-ever tour of Aotearoa, with three stops around the country, finishing right here in Ōtautahi this Friday at Te Pae. This intimate show blends storytelling and music, with Aled singing to tracks, sharing moments from his career, and even performing a unique duet... with his younger self. We sit down with Aled Jones ahead of his first-ever tour of Aotearoa, with three stops around the country, finishing right here in Ōtautahi this Friday at Te Pae. This intimate show blends storytelling and music, with Aled singing to tracks, sharing moments from his career, and even performing a unique duet... with his younger self. We sit down with Aled Jones ahead of his first-ever tour of Aotearoa, with three stops around the country, finishing right here in Ōtautahi this Friday at Te Pae. This intimate show blends storytelling and music, with Aled singing to tracks, sharing moments from his career, and even performing a unique duet... with his younger self. 0:18:51 7c44a2da-c9a8-41aa-a5b6-9ce0d957adb8 Wed, 06 May 2026 16:45:00 +1200 episodic Join us in a chat with Jessica Bailey, AKA Fables. We talk about her beginnings, her first EP, and her newly released debut album. Join Fables on: April 23rd - Pearl Diver - Ōtepoti/Dunedin April 24 - Sherwood - Tāhuna/Queenstown April 26 - Wunderbar - Ōhinehou/Lyttleton Join us in a chat with Jessica Bailey, AKA Fables. We talk about her beginnings, her first EP, and her newly released debut album. Join Fables on: April 23rd - Pearl Diver - Ōtepoti/Dunedin April 24 - Sherwood - Tāhuna/Queenstown April 26 - Wunderbar - Ōhinehou/Lyttleton Join us in a chat with Jessica Bailey, AKA Fables. We talk about her beginnings, her first EP, and her newly released debut album. Join Fables on: April 23rd - Pearl Diver - Ōtepoti/Dunedin April 24 - Sherwood - Tāhuna/Queenstown April 26 - Wunderbar - Ōhinehou/Lyttleton 0:23:58 9177f06c-9a7b-4e65-858b-2e0ed5f36bab Wed, 22 Apr 2026 16:00:00 +1200 episodic In this special interview with Dr. Sulav Paudel, Treasurer of the Non-Resident Nepali Association New Zealand, we reflect on Nepal Festival Christchurch 2026, discuss Nepali culture, community achievements, future events, and how the Nepali community continues enriching Christchurch through unity, heritage, and multicultural connection. In this special interview with Dr. Sulav Paudel, Treasurer of the Non-Resident Nepali Association New Zealand, we reflect on Nepal Festival Christchurch 2026, discuss Nepali culture, community achievements, future events, and how the Nepali community continues enriching Christchurch through unity, heritage, and multicultural connection. In this special interview with Dr. Sulav Paudel, Treasurer of the Non-Resident Nepali Association New Zealand, we reflect on Nepal Festival Christchurch 2026, discuss Nepali culture, community achievements, future events, and how the Nepali community continues enriching Christchurch through unity, heritage, and multicultural connection. 0:21:49 65e43157-0787-434a-8896-33786122c903 Fri, 17 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +1200 episodic Join us in our converstion wit Gareth Thomas, New Zealand singer-songwriter and master architect of indie pop simplicity. Gareth is back afer a 10 year hiatus with a great single called "Let It", which challenge listeners to think about their 9 to 5 job. "Let It" is the first single of upcoming third solo album "Bits" which will be released in October 2026. Gareth will be playing in Akaroa on the 18th of April at Barry's Bay House and in Christchurch on the 19th of April at The Shelter. Join us in our converstion wit Gareth Thomas, New Zealand singer-songwriter and master architect of indie pop simplicity. Gareth is back afer a 10 year hiatus with a great single called "Let It", which challenge listeners to think about their 9 to 5 job. "Let It" is the first single of upcoming third solo album "Bits" which will be released in October 2026. Gareth will be playing in Akaroa on the 18th of April at Barry's Bay House and in Christchurch on the 19th of April at The Shelter. Join us in our converstion wit Gareth Thomas, New Zealand singer-songwriter and master architect of indie pop simplicity. Gareth is back afer a 10 year hiatus with a great single called "Let It", which challenge listeners to think about their 9 to 5 job. "Let It" is the first single of upcoming third solo album "Bits" which will be released in October 2026. Gareth will be playing in Akaroa on the 18th of April at Barry's Bay House and in Christchurch on the 19th of April at The Shelter. 0:24:47 37f07ce4-a40d-469a-91a9-7414540e007b Thu, 16 Apr 2026 19:00:00 +1200 episodic We chat with Lily Middleton, Activities Coordinator at the Helen Anderson Trust, ahead of Music Therapy Week (10 -15 April). A time to celebrate the power of music in building connection and wellbeing. Lily shares the story behind the new HAT colours choir in Christchurch, a collaboration with Southern Music Therapy. Inspired by seeing the impact of music therapy in her own whānau, she helped create a space where people can come together to sing, create, and connect, no musical experience neede! Also check out In Tune, Helen Anderson's trust very own show at Plains Media! We chat with Lily Middleton, Activities Coordinator at the Helen Anderson Trust, ahead of Music Therapy Week (10 -15 April). A time to celebrate the power of music in building connection and wellbeing. Lily shares the story behind the new HAT colours choir in Christchurch, a collaboration with Southern Music Therapy. Inspired by seeing the impact of music therapy in her own whānau, she helped create a space where people can come together to sing, create, and connect, no musical experience neede! Also check out In Tune, Helen Anderson's trust very own show at Plains Media! We chat with Lily Middleton, Activities Coordinator at the Helen Anderson Trust, ahead of Music Therapy Week (10 -15 April). A time to celebrate the power of music in building connection and wellbeing. Lily shares the story behind the new HAT colours choir in Christchurch, a collaboration with Southern Music Therapy. Inspired by seeing the impact of music therapy in her own whānau, she helped create a space where people can come together to sing, create, and connect, no musical experience neede! Also check out In Tune, Helen Anderson's trust very own show at Plains Media! 0:19:11 ec9dd761-bf31-4573-ae38-5e55311fa084 Thu, 09 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +1200 episodic Join us today as we learn about Bart Shrijver's love for hicking and the two movies that have come out fo this love. Dont miss the Q&A session of the movie The North today at 5:45 pm at the Lumiere Cinemas, and tomorrow at 12:15 pm at the Delux Cinema. The North will be playing in local cinemas starting tomorrow Thursday the 2dn of April. Join us today as we learn about Bart Shrijver's love for hicking and the two movies that have come out fo this love. Dont miss the Q&A session of the movie The North today at 5:45 pm at the Lumiere Cinemas, and tomorrow at 12:15 pm at the Delux Cinema. The North will be playing in local cinemas starting tomorrow Thursday the 2dn of April. Join us today as we learn about Bart Shrijver's love for hicking and the two movies that have come out fo this love. Dont miss the Q&A session of the movie The North today at 5:45 pm at the Lumiere Cinemas, and tomorrow at 12:15 pm at the Delux Cinema. The North will be playing in local cinemas starting tomorrow Thursday the 2dn of April. 0:17:26 db7c7b28-0535-4e71-8cb4-1533a4be13ed Wed, 01 Apr 2026 08:30:00 +1300 episodic Join us in a chat with David Blake, an amazing film producer who has attended every single Cannes film festival since the year 1968, and Sam Miller, director of the documentary Our Man in Cannes, The David Blake Story. Listen to them talk about the first hand experience of being in the festival, what took to make the documentary, and the premiere of the documentary which happened in the Lumiere Cinemas on Monday the 23rd of March. Join us in a chat with David Blake, an amazing film producer who has attended every single Cannes film festival since the year 1968, and Sam Miller, director of the documentary Our Man in Cannes, The David Blake Story. Listen to them talk about the first hand experience of being in the festival, what took to make the documentary, and the premiere of the documentary which happened in the Lumiere Cinemas on Monday the 23rd of March. Join us in a chat with David Blake, an amazing film producer who has attended every single Cannes film festival since the year 1968, and Sam Miller, director of the documentary Our Man in Cannes, The David Blake Story. Listen to them talk about the first hand experience of being in the festival, what took to make the documentary, and the premiere of the documentary which happened in the Lumiere Cinemas on Monday the 23rd of March. 0:34:33 4c390193-03d4-4961-ae13-d84e0612f920 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +1300 episodic Joinn us today as we chat with Savha Veer, Founder of the SOLE Music Academy, and Stephanie Brown, CEO of Play it Strange. Learn how these two entities are working together to bring a sublime platform and support for young emerging kiwi artists. Joinn us today as we chat with Savha Veer, Founder of the SOLE Music Academy, and Stephanie Brown, CEO of Play it Strange. Learn how these two entities are working together to bring a sublime platform and support for young emerging kiwi artists. Joinn us today as we chat with Savha Veer, Founder of the SOLE Music Academy, and Stephanie Brown, CEO of Play it Strange. Learn how these two entities are working together to bring a sublime platform and support for young emerging kiwi artists. 0:19:38 2740ddd6-da81-4713-a784-57dff28ea9d2 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +1300 episodic Culture Fest at Riccarton High School celebrates diversity through vibrant performances, cultural storytelling, and community connection. Featuring students, local schools, and community groups, the event showcases global traditions alongside food and information stalls, creating an inclusive space where cultures are shared, appreciated, and brought to life through music, dance, and unity. Culture Fest at Riccarton High School celebrates diversity through vibrant performances, cultural storytelling, and community connection. Featuring students, local schools, and community groups, the event showcases global traditions alongside food and information stalls, creating an inclusive space where cultures are shared, appreciated, and brought to life through music, dance, and unity. Culture Fest at Riccarton High School celebrates diversity through vibrant performances, cultural storytelling, and community connection. Featuring students, local schools, and community groups, the event showcases global traditions alongside food and information stalls, creating an inclusive space where cultures are shared, appreciated, and brought to life through music, dance, and unity. 0:28:42 073cbebe-dc47-4b76-a10b-b1e0dcac6584 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 15:30:00 +1300 episodic In this episode, host Tanya Sheen sits down with Nicki Reece, the passionate Station Manager of Plains Media - one of Canterbury’s most enduring and community-driven media voices. Nicki shares what makes community access radio so unique, who steps behind the mic and why, and what has kept her interested and engaged for 36 years on staff. In this episode, host Tanya Sheen sits down with Nicki Reece, the passionate Station Manager of Plains Media - one of Canterbury’s most enduring and community-driven media voices. Nicki shares what makes community access radio so unique, who steps behind the mic and why, and what has kept her interested and engaged for 36 years on staff. In this episode, host Tanya Sheen sits down with Nicki Reece, the passionate Station Manager of Plains Media - one of Canterbury’s most enduring and community-driven media voices. Nicki shares what makes community access radio so unique, who steps behind the mic and why, and what has kept her interested and engaged for 36 years on staff. 0:20:8 df515441-cf56-4174-ac18-3c7195cfd2d4 Tue, 10 Mar 2026 09:15:00 +1300 episodic Ben Vyas, local Ōtautahi comedian, joins us for a chat on the upcoming Best Foods Comedy Gala! This massive comedy event will come to Ōtautahi on May 6th 2026. Ben Vyas, local Ōtautahi comedian, joins us for a chat on the upcoming Best Foods Comedy Gala! This massive comedy event will come to Ōtautahi on May 6th 2026. Ben Vyas, local Ōtautahi comedian, joins us for a chat on the upcoming Best Foods Comedy Gala! This massive comedy event will come to Ōtautahi on May 6th 2026. 0:26:59 a87c1d0a-cdbb-404a-b1e1-532abd26413e Tue, 03 Mar 2026 12:30:00 +1300 episodic Join us as we chat with Sausage Sensei Bill Dumas as we speak about the science and the art that is BBQ. Bill will be giving a sausage making master class on Saturday the 21st of February at the BBQs Direct HQ in Syndeham, Christchurch. Join us as we chat with Sausage Sensei Bill Dumas as we speak about the science and the art that is BBQ. Bill will be giving a sausage making master class on Saturday the 21st of February at the BBQs Direct HQ in Syndeham, Christchurch. Join us as we chat with Sausage Sensei Bill Dumas as we speak about the science and the art that is BBQ. Bill will be giving a sausage making master class on Saturday the 21st of February at the BBQs Direct HQ in Syndeham, Christchurch. 0:31:0 fdb2b691-952f-495d-8022-ab6ec4fab852 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 17:00:00 +1300 episodic Love filled the air as voices from our community dedicated heartfelt songs to the people who matter most. From sweet surprises to touching tributes, every melody carried a story. Celebrate connection, kindness, and the joy of giving love through music. Love filled the air as voices from our community dedicated heartfelt songs to the people who matter most. From sweet surprises to touching tributes, every melody carried a story. Celebrate connection, kindness, and the joy of giving love through music. Love filled the air as voices from our community dedicated heartfelt songs to the people who matter most. From sweet surprises to touching tributes, every melody carried a story. Celebrate connection, kindness, and the joy of giving love through music. 0:42:8 86589ebe-6967-40ea-9623-012a32d37407 Sat, 14 Feb 2026 18:00:00 +1300 episodic Join us while Morrin Route interviews author Lana Hart about her latest book: Nice People on Planes. This event was held at Turanga Library in Christchurch, on the 4th of February 2026. Join us while Morrin Route interviews author Lana Hart about her latest book: Nice People on Planes. This event was held at Turanga Library in Christchurch, on the 4th of February 2026. Join us while Morrin Route interviews author Lana Hart about her latest book: Nice People on Planes. This event was held at Turanga Library in Christchurch, on the 4th of February 2026. 0:55:32 30996c6b-0d57-4c6c-bfba-d298e7c31426 Wed, 11 Feb 2026 19:00:00 +1300 episodic Highlights from the Latin Culture Fest 2026 by NZ Latin Community Trust. Capturing the rhythm, flavor, and spirit of the day. Includes on-site interviews and festival moments. Highlights from the Latin Culture Fest 2026 by NZ Latin Community Trust. Capturing the rhythm, flavor, and spirit of the day. Includes on-site interviews and festival moments. Highlights from the Latin Culture Fest 2026 by NZ Latin Community Trust. Capturing the rhythm, flavor, and spirit of the day. Includes on-site interviews and festival moments. 0:21:18 21a94367-9915-41db-81f2-d28778f19eb2 Tue, 03 Feb 2026 17:00:00 +1300 episodic In this episode, we have featured Daniel Toledo, founder of the NZ Latin Community Trust and also known as DJ D Latino, about culture, community, and the upcoming Latin Culture Fest on January 31. Interviewed by Hireshniapriya Suresh In this episode, we have featured Daniel Toledo, founder of the NZ Latin Community Trust and also known as DJ D Latino, about culture, community, and the upcoming Latin Culture Fest on January 31. Interviewed by Hireshniapriya Suresh In this episode, we have featured Daniel Toledo, founder of the NZ Latin Community Trust and also known as DJ D Latino, about culture, community, and the upcoming Latin Culture Fest on January 31. Interviewed by Hireshniapriya Suresh 0:28:14 03747a0c-7955-4bcd-b592-215ebdeb7fe8 Wed, 28 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +1300 episodic oin us for one final Christmas story as we wrap up the season with warmth, wonder, and holiday cheer. oin us for one final Christmas story as we wrap up the season with warmth, wonder, and holiday cheer. oin us for one final Christmas story as we wrap up the season with warmth, wonder, and holiday cheer. 0:19:10 dc4f73af-d431-459a-a41a-2d970e3a1fc6 Thu, 25 Dec 2025 07:30:00 +1300 episodic Milk, cookies, and enchanting Christmas tales to make your holidays feel a little more magical. 🎄🥛🍪 Milk, cookies, and enchanting Christmas tales to make your holidays feel a little more magical. 🎄🥛🍪 Milk, cookies, and enchanting Christmas tales to make your holidays feel a little more magical. 🎄🥛🍪 0:24:9 cbf844f2-d0c1-473e-a790-a293cea1b6e8 Wed, 24 Dec 2025 07:30:00 +1300 episodic Sweet treats and timeless Christmas tales come together in this festive storytelling podcast. Sweet treats and timeless Christmas tales come together in this festive storytelling podcast. Sweet treats and timeless Christmas tales come together in this festive storytelling podcast. 0:37:24 d07f0663-09ef-4c0d-bc6e-f4964832fa4b Tue, 23 Dec 2025 07:30:00 +1300 episodic Sip milk, munch cookies, and enjoy magical Christmas stories that bring the holiday spirit to life. Sip milk, munch cookies, and enjoy magical Christmas stories that bring the holiday spirit to life. Sip milk, munch cookies, and enjoy magical Christmas stories that bring the holiday spirit to life. 0:29:45 a24d36bd-4413-4697-9d72-038bebf21c99 Mon, 22 Dec 2025 07:30:00 +1300 episodic A cozy holiday podcast filled with milk, cookies, and heartwarming Christmas tales for all ages. A cozy holiday podcast filled with milk, cookies, and heartwarming Christmas tales for all ages. A cozy holiday podcast filled with milk, cookies, and heartwarming Christmas tales for all ages. 0:42:17 a555303b-d946-4ff3-9abe-91fd24c231ee Sun, 21 Dec 2025 07:30:00 +1300 episodic Sugarloaf tower on the Port Hills is now 60 years old and for 50 years Andy Glue helped keep that and others across the South Island running for radio, tv and digital transmissions.Hear his story from being a lad of 17 in his first job to joyful retirement. Sugarloaf tower on the Port Hills is now 60 years old and for 50 years Andy Glue helped keep that and others across the South Island running for radio, tv and digital transmissions.Hear his story from being a lad of 17 in his first job to joyful retirement. Sugarloaf tower on the Port Hills is now 60 years old and for 50 years Andy Glue helped keep that and others across the South Island running for radio, tv and digital transmissions.Hear his story from being a lad of 17 in his first job to joyful retirement. 0:36:57 8c3e6f2a-a5f6-4ffb-b09e-bdc2c30126d8 Mon, 10 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +1300 episodic Two iconic singers have teamed up for a mini tour and to spread the word about Suzanne's newly released autobiography "Yesterday When I Was Young". Suzanne was a teen in 1960's New Zealand who shot to fame with her sister Judy as The Chicks. Since then Suzanne has done myriad concerts, TV shows, backing vocals, advertising jingles international tours, vocal coaching and shared stages with some big international and kiwi names. Two iconic singers have teamed up for a mini tour and to spread the word about Suzanne's newly released autobiography "Yesterday When I Was Young". Suzanne was a teen in 1960's New Zealand who shot to fame with her sister Judy as The Chicks. Since then Suzanne has done myriad concerts, TV shows, backing vocals, advertising jingles international tours, vocal coaching and shared stages with some big international and kiwi names. Two iconic singers have teamed up for a mini tour and to spread the word about Suzanne's newly released autobiography "Yesterday When I Was Young". Suzanne was a teen in 1960's New Zealand who shot to fame with her sister Judy as The Chicks. Since then Suzanne has done myriad concerts, TV shows, backing vocals, advertising jingles international tours, vocal coaching and shared stages with some big international and kiwi names. 0:20:36 87c75d78-9a2b-407c-ab27-e2056906d8bc Thu, 06 Nov 2025 21:00:00 +1300 episodic Author Pat Barret discusses his amazing new book So Long South America, which has launched at Scorpio Books. Author Pat Barret discusses his amazing new book So Long South America, which has launched at Scorpio Books. Author Pat Barret discusses his amazing new book So Long South America, which has launched at Scorpio Books. 0:26:40 26db0552-61f8-45f0-a85c-67e40a8d4b9f Fri, 31 Oct 2025 11:30:00 +1300 episodic 0:21:16 0f485a6c-bc32-4480-ad08-476cb5af1bc1 Sat, 04 Oct 2025 14:00:00 +1300 episodic 0:14:50 f7905ea4-78fa-4653-8830-914b35b66483 Fri, 03 Oct 2025 11:00:00 +1300 episodic We brew up a magical conversation with director Franc and actors Xanthe and Marceline about their enchanting new show Badjelly the Witch. From the cultural impact of this classic tale to the costumes, music, and a few surprises along the way. We brew up a magical conversation with director Franc and actors Xanthe and Marceline about their enchanting new show Badjelly the Witch. From the cultural impact of this classic tale to the costumes, music, and a few surprises along the way. We brew up a magical conversation with director Franc and actors Xanthe and Marceline about their enchanting new show Badjelly the Witch. From the cultural impact of this classic tale to the costumes, music, and a few surprises along the way. 0:31:8 ff93c575-5a60-43cc-903c-0e979be84e1c Fri, 26 Sep 2025 11:00:00 +1200 episodic Recorded at Multicultural Community Centre, Christchurch, this episode shares voices from different communities as they reflect on culture, connection, and the spirit of spring. Recorded at Multicultural Community Centre, Christchurch, this episode shares voices from different communities as they reflect on culture, connection, and the spirit of spring. Recorded at Multicultural Community Centre, Christchurch, this episode shares voices from different communities as they reflect on culture, connection, and the spirit of spring. 0:5:57 b534c4a9-65b8-47fb-b257-cb62cfc866d4 Tue, 16 Sep 2025 17:45:00 +1200 episodic Join us as we have a chat with Sophie Henderson from Auckland. We talk about her previous works and her latest movie "Workmates", which will be released on the 21st of August in cinemas all across the country. Join us as we have a chat with Sophie Henderson from Auckland. We talk about her previous works and her latest movie "Workmates", which will be released on the 21st of August in cinemas all across the country. Join us as we have a chat with Sophie Henderson from Auckland. We talk about her previous works and her latest movie "Workmates", which will be released on the 21st of August in cinemas all across the country. 0:22:23 dce2b0cb-1a7a-4212-a03c-6a10242d7086 Thu, 14 Aug 2025 16:00:00 +1200 episodic