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Driver licencing is fraught from start to finish
There are traffic jams at the young end of driver licencing and fear and trepidation at the other end. Audio
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.
The Met Gala: The history, fashion and celebrities
TAHI and RNZ host and producer Evie Orpe joins the show to say who wore what and who wore it best. Audio
How AI has taken over our decision making
Once you start noticing, you can see it everywhere; the 'sameness' of style, music, art and even food. New Yorker staff writer Kyle Chayka blames algorithms that direct our attention to what works… Audio
Midday Report Essentials for 7 May 2024
On today's episode, junior doctors around the motu are striking over pay, Resident Doctors' Association executive secretary and treasurer Dr Bill Lu joins us, Relief Aid founder and executive director… Audio
Pacific Rally yacht voyage to incorporate science this year
Opua in the Bay Of Islands is currently host to a flotilla of 25 boats. They're waiting for the right weather conditions before hoisting anchor and setting sail on 2024 Pacific Rally, which is a six… Audio
Celebrities show off outfits at Met Gala in New York
It's the one day of the year we all get to become fashion experts, as the long list of celebrities strut their stuff at the Met Gala. RNZ executive editor of lifestyle and entertainment Lucy Corry… Audio
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.
Are you more suited to being single?
Why are some long-term single people secure and thriving while others struggle? A new study suggests attachment style could be a major factor. Audio
'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