Best Barton Bryan Podcasts (2025)

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Luke Millar: Wētā FX Visual Effects Supervisor on working on Better Man 14:53

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Who else could pull off the animal transformation of one of the world’s biggest rockstars but Wētā FX? Wētā is well known for its visual effects mastery, and so when Robbie Williams said “make me an ape!”, it’s only natural that they were the ones for the job. The man responsible for Williams’ simian visage in Better Man was Visual Effects Supervis…

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Estelle Clifford: Polar Extremes - Strange Visions 1 6:42

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Written over the course of twenty years, from 1993 to 2019, 'Strange Visions 1' details the apocalypse in a sci-fi infused, post-modern satirical manner. It’s the work of underground artist, producer and engineer Quaint, part one of a project called 'Polar Extremes'. Estelle Clifford joined Jack Tame to give her thoughts on the album. LISTEN ABOVE …

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Mike Yardley: Adventures in Windermere & the UK's Lake District 8:24

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"It’s undoubtedly Britain’s equivalent to our Queenstown Lakes district. Windermere and the Lake District is England’s favourite national park, a sprawling tourist honeypot that stretches across hundreds of square kilometres of rugged Cumbrian countryside, woodland valleys, shimmering tarns and lakes – all backed by strikingly craggy mountains. It …

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Dougal Sutherland: Prosopagnosia or face-blindness 7:54

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While we all have difficulty remembering and placing faces sometimes, some people are unable to do it altogether. Prosopagnosia, otherwise known as face-blindness, is a psychological condition that renders people unable to recognise faces – sometimes including their own. Dr Dougal Sutherland joined Jack Tame to delve into this rare condition. LISTE…

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Catherine Raynes: Polkinghorne and Broke Road 5:29

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Polkinghorne by Steve Braunias In Polkinghorne, literary journalist Steve Braunias takes readers on an extraordinary and often chilling journey through the most high-profile murder case in modern New Zealand history. With unparalleled access to the key players, Braunias offers readers his unique insight into the investigation, the trial and the ast…

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Ruud Kleinpaste: A short synopsis of the jobs Invertebrates hold 3:22

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Just spent a week with 30 teachers in various environmental locations of Auckland. The Sir Peter Blake Trust do this every year under the umbrella of BLAKE Inspire. Learning outside is part of the curriculum: water quality, Matauranga Māori, rockpools, school gardens (with pigs etc), climate change, StarDome, political policy simulation, corporate …

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Full Show Podcast: 19 July 2025 1:57:48

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On the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for 19 July 2025, Oscar-nominated visual effects artist at Wētā FX, Luke Millar joins Jack to discuss just how he turned one of the world's biggest pop stars into a chimpanzee for the Robbie Williams biopic Better Man. Plus, Millar shares his insight on AI's role within filmmaking. Jack pays …

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Bryan Betty: Wegovy, weightloss drugs, and obesity 7:17

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A new weightloss medication is now available in New Zealand – accessible on a private, nonsubsidised script. Dr Bryan Betty joined Jack Tame to discuss Wegovy – what it is, how you use it, the side effects, and why people are seeking medical treatment for their weight. What is Wegovy? A once-weekly injection for weight loss known as a ‘GP-1 agonist…

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Kevin Milne: The excessive costs of weddings 6:49

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Weddings aren’t cheap – well, most of the time. In New Zealand, the average wedding costs between $35,000 - $45,000, but depending on your tastes and needs, it can grow much higher. The recent wedding between Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez cost somewhere between $20 million and $50 million USD – roughly 200 times more than what the average Kiwi spen…

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Paul Stenhouse: Evolution in AI technology, skyrocketing valuations, and talent poaching 5:45

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ChatGPT is ready to take on more involved tasks Agents are the next phase of the AI evolution, in which the AI can go away and can complete multistep tasks on its own. So, you could give it a bunch of information —PDFs, emails, spreadsheets— and ask it to find the narrative or insights and create a PowerPoint. It'll then go away, do it, and let you…

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Tara Ward: Untamed, Sneaky Pete, Game On 5:11

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Untamed In the vast expanse of Yosemite National Park, a woman's death draws a federal agent into lawless terrain, where nature obeys no rules but its own (Netflix). Sneaky Pete Marius, a fraudster, finds himself followed by a dangerous criminal whom he once robbed. Soon, he disguises himself as Pete, his cellmate from the past, for safety (Netflix…

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Francesca Rudkin: Grace: A Prayer for Peace and Universal Language 7:59

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Grace: A Prayer for Peace Artist Robin White (Ngāti Awa) has spent more than five decades creating work which ranges from iconic New Zealand landscapes to collaborative tapa cloth. Grace: A Prayer for Peace, directed by Gaylene Preston, traces White’s evolution as an artist, and her creative response to the world around her. Filmed in Aotearoa, Jap…

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Nici Wickes: Orange cake 7:38

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This cake is literally crammed full of the intense and fragrant flavours of oranges, and it stays moist for days. A slice with a cup of tea seems to make the world a better place. Makes one loaf tin cake but doubles nicely if you wish to make a larger cake. Ingredients 1 cup raw sugar Rind of 2 oranges + 1 lemon – avoid the white pith, I use a pota…

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Jack Tame: A tribute to an artist who's work enriched my life 5:08

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I played the trombone in high school. I know what you’re thinking: squeaky-voiced Jack running through a few scales on his big brass slide? Hello Ladies... But honestly the fact that my instrument was seen as a bit quirky was kind of an attraction for me at the time. What the trombone wasn’t —at least back then— was very cool. To my mind it was goo…

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Marathons, Strength Training Updates, and Supporting Flood Victims 36:11

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Send us a text We discuss the devastating floods in Texas and how people can help the affected communities by donating to the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country. • Reflecting on the transition from powerlifting competition to new fitness goals • Exploring workout variations including shoulder press, Bulgarian split squats, and high-volu…

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Maren Morris: Country music singer on her new album 'Dreamsicle', NZ tour 16:43

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Maren Morris is a country music superstar. She’s a Grammy Award Winner and a five time winner at the Country Music Awards, breaking records and writing songs for iconic artists like Kelly Clarkson and Tim McGraw. And now she’s entering a new era in her life and career with her latest album ‘Dreamsicle’. She’ll be heading to New Zealand next year to…

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Estelle Clifford: Justin Bieber - Swag 7:35

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The release coming as a surprise to his fans, Swag is the seventh studio album of Justin Bieber – his first release in four years. With a range of guest appearances, the album returns to Bieber’s favoured R&B sounds after his backslide into generic pop with 2021’s Justice. Estelle Clifford joined Jack Tame to give her thoughts on the new album. LIS…

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Mike Yardley: The beauty of Bath and Stonehenge 8:44

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"Steeped in Roman heritage and swooned over as Britain’s premier spa destination, Bath’s architectural flourishes and all-encompassing grandeur underpins my love affair with the city. I recently reacquainted myself with its atmospheric charm in a whistle-stop romp around Blighty with Trafalgar’s Real Britain tour. Adeptly helmed by travel director …

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Catherine Raynes: Don't Let Him In and The Phoenix Pencil Company 4:37

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Don’t Let Him In by Lisa Jewell He’s the perfect man. It’s a perfect lie. Nina Swann is intrigued when she received a condolence card from Nick Radcliffe, an old friend of her late husband, who is looking to connect after her husband’s unexpected death. Nick is a man of substance and good taste. He has a smile that could melt the coldest heart and …

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Rebecca Prince-Ruiz: Plastic Free July Founder and Executive Director on the initiative 7:04

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Globally, around 460 million metric tons of plastic is produced every year, and it’s estimated that 20 million metric tons of plastic litter ends up in the environment. To try and mitigate some of the damage, Plastic Free July was launched in 2011. It’s a key initiative of the Plastic Free Foundation, which aims to work towards a world free of plas…

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Kevin Milne: The problem with getting a new phone battery 7:05

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Technology has improved in leaps and bounds over the years – going from landlines to brick phones to smartphones in relatively quick succession. However, as technology has improved, it’s also become increasingly difficult to repair for one reason or another. Gone are the days when you can pop your battery out of your phone and put a new one in. Kev…

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Ruud Kleinpaste: Things to consider when planting and transplanting trees 3:58

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Winter dormancy is the best time to shift a tree or a shrub (or plant a new one), especially when they originate from a “temperate climate” (the kind that shed their leaves and hail from UK, Europe, North America, etc). When considering shifting a sub-tropical/semi tropical one, wait a little to just before spring sets in (mid-end September). These…

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Full Show Podcast: 12 July 2025 1:56:50

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On the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for 12 July 2025, country music superstar Maren Morris joins Jack to discuss bringing her Dreamsicle tour to New Zealand, and just what a dreamsicle is... The latest Superman has hit big screens, and Francesca Rudkin shares her thoughts on this iteration of the classic. Nici Wickes shares a r…

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Cameron Douglas: Thomas Barton Reserve Saint-Emillion 2023 4:05

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Wine: Thomas Barton Reserve Saint-Emillion 2023 RRP $36.99 This is a classic wine option targeted at red wine drinkers who like a wine with some firmness yet plenty of fruit and lots of style. A bouquet and palate of Doris plums and blackberry, baking spices suggesting clove and vanilla, a lick of smoky oak (with a hint of bacon), then clay earth s…

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Paul Stenhouse: AI impersonator of Marco Rubio, Nvidia becomes first $4 trillion company, Samsung explores wearables 6:02

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The US Secretary of State was impersonated using AI Concerning news this week as it was revealed that at least three foreign ministers, a US governor, and a member of Congress all received outreach from the fake Rubio, according to a State Department cable. The impersonator reached out to people using Signal, an app that allows you to choose any us…

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Tara Ward: Too Much, Jaws @ 50: The Definitive Inside Story, Outrageous Fortune 5:19

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Too Much Jessica, a New York workaholic is reeling from a broken relationship. She takes a job in London, where she plans to live like a Bronte sister. When she meets Felix, a walking series of red flags, their unusual connection is impossible to ignore (Netflix). Jaws @ 50: The Definitive Inside Story Interviews, outtakes and never-before-seen foo…

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Francesca Rudkin: Superman and Heads of State 8:38

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Superman When Superman gets drawn into conflicts at home and abroad, his actions are questioned, giving tech billionaire Lex Luthor the opportunity to get the Man of Steel out of the way for good. Will intrepid reporter Lois Lane and Superman's four-legged companion, Krypto, be able to help him before it's too late? Heads of State U.S. President Wi…

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Nici Wickes: Moroccan-spiced Lamb Pies 6:40

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I’ve been eating too many of the Daily Bread lamb pies lately as our local coffee hut here at the beach has started stocking them. They are too good, but they’ll send me broke, so I’ve worked on recreating one at home and it’s sensational! Meltingly tender lamb and a mix of spices that just hum with flavour. Makes 4-6 single serve pies Ingredients …

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Jack Tame: The question of going solar is when, not if 5:23

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Last month we set a new household record. Blame the baby, the extra washing, the old house, the cold weather, the dehumidifier, and whatever else. But despite booking in hours of free electricity across the month, between the gas heating and electricity, our family energy bill for June 2025 was the highest it’s ever been: $540. I know we’re very co…

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Michael Mercieca’s Story: "How Pinewood Judo saved my Life" 43:37

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Send us a text Michael Mercieca shares his powerful story of transformation through judo and how a tough-love coach changed the trajectory of his life from a bullied, anemic child to a champion athlete. • Former professional athlete nicknamed "The Silver Moose" by his judo coach at age 11 • Found judo at Pinewood Judo Club after being bullied at sc…

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Mike Yardley: Latest Favourite Travel Apps 11:18

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Mike Yardley travels a lot. He's the resident traveller on Saturday Morning with Jack Tame, always trying something or some place new. As a result, he's tried out many of the apps available for travellers, and has a few he would call his favourites. Read his full article here. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Theo David and Phoebe McKellar: Actors on the Auckland Theatre Company's rendition of Romeo and Juliet 12:41

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A new twist on a classic tale. Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet is an iconic tale of star-crossed lovers, and in just a few weeks, it will be brought to life once more by Auckland Theatre Company. Although if you’re expecting a classic performance, you’re in for a shock – instead you’ll witness a fast-passed thriller set in 1960’s Milan, complete wit…

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Estelle Clifford: Kesha - Period. 5:24

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Her first album released as an independent artist, Period is Kesha’s sixth studio album. With her taste for experimental pop on full display, the album is a return to Kesha’s wilder, hedonistic, “hot mess” era, filled with brash and unfiltered music. The popstar says her goal was for it to create a safe space for people to feel fully embodied and l…

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Kevin Milne: Counting the neighbourhood birds 7:53

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Kevin Milne is encouraging people to spend a little more time outside this weekend. The New Zealand Garden Bird Survey ends this weekend, which aks people to record the number of birds they see in their garden over the span of an hour. Last weekend saw Kevin take part in the Whale Count, but he thinks most people will have better luck with the bird…

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Catherine Raynes: The White Crow and This Is Not A Game 3:48

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The White Crow by Michael Robotham As the daughter of a London crime boss, Police Constable Philomena McCarthy walks a thin blue line keeping the two sides of her complicated life apart. On patrol one night she discovers a child in pyjamas, wandering alone. Taking Daisy home, Phil uncovers the aftermath of a deadly home invasion, as three miles awa…

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Dougal Sutherland: The psychological benefits of spending time outdoors 7:16

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During the cold and wet winter months, people often spend a lot less time in the great outdoors. This can be a bit of a problem, as recent research reveals that spending time outside can have quite a few psychological benefits. Dr Dougal Sutherland joined Jack Tame to delve into the findings. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf…

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Ed McKnight: The 'Can I Invest' Test 4:26

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Investing isn’t always easy, and while you may think you can afford to buy a new house or investment property, can you really? Ed McKnight recommends that before you take on those payments, try living with the decreased income before taking on that debt. He joined Jack Tame to delve deeper into the ‘Can I Invest’ Test. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.c…

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Ruud Kleinpaste: The perils of too much water 4:38

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So far, this winter of ours has been pretty wet. Yes, complaining might not help at all, but it pays to do something about the soaked soil. Inundation is a health hazard for plants: constant wetness causes a range of diseases, many of which will be fatal. Drowning roots stuff the oxygen balance, causing severe stress, discoloration of leaves, blist…

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Full Show Podcast: 05 July 2025 1:56:37

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On the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for Saturday 5th of July 2025, Theo David and Phoebe McKellar join Jack as stars of ATC’s fast-paced 60s twist on the original tale of star-crossed lovers, Romeo & Juliet. Jack considers his French sporting viewing picks for this weekend. Mike Yardley shares his favourite apps for anything yo…

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Paul Stenhouse: Meta poaches OpenAI talent, Cloudflare wants to help content creators cash in on AI crawlers 5:18

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Open AI’s talent is being poached for eye-watering numbers Being paid $100 million to join a team sounds like something from the NFL or NBA, but it’s happening in Silicon Valley too. OpenAI’s talent is being poached by other tech giants, with Meta reportedly offered signing bonuses that large to steal talent and offering salaries in the millions. C…

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Tara Ward: This City Is Ours and Hospice Heroes 7:03

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This City is Ours A long-time member of organised crime falls in love with Diana, prompting him to reevaluate his life and contemplate a future beyond his criminal activities (ThreeNow). Hospice Heroes A new documentary series that introduces us to the staff and volunteers of one of New Zealand’s largest hospice facilities as they help terminally i…

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Francesca Rudkin: Jurassic World Rebirth and The Great Lillian Hall 9:16

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Jurassic World Rebirth Zora Bennett leads a team of skilled operatives to the most dangerous place on Earth, an island research facility for the original Jurassic Park. Their mission is to secure genetic material from dinosaurs whose DNA can provide life-saving benefits to mankind. As the top-secret expedition becomes more and more risky, they soon…

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Nici Wickes: Chocolate Mousse 5:00

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If I was to enter Mousse Masters, the competition currently underway to find New Zealand’s top chocolate mousse, this would be my entry – simple, classic and utterly delicious. It’s as much about the mouthfeel as it is about ensuring the distinct flavour of using a quality chocolate comes through. Mousse Masters is a one-of-a-kind competition for p…

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Jack Tame: Guaranteed drama in Gallic sporting endeavours 4:06

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Let’s be honest, so far as All Blacks tests go, this is a bit of a funny one. If you were just weighing the odds on paper, I suppose there’s good reason why you might favour Les Bleus. I hadn’t realised it until this week, but we’re coming off a three-game losing streak against the French, and you’ll remember last year’s first All Blacks test in Du…

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From Powerlifting Rankings to Book Launches: Our Summer Adventures 12:46

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Send us a text We've just discovered our national powerlifting rankings, with Bart placing #2 in Texas and #20 nationally in Masters 2 division, while Mitch ranks #8 in Texas and #44 nationally in Masters 1 division. • Bart spent time in Newport Beach teaching his son, niece, and nephew how to surf • Mitch traveled to New York for a media tour prom…

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Robert Muchamore: Author on writing for kids, Robin Hood: Fury, Fire and Frost 11:48

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Robert Muchamore is behind some of the best novels available to young readers. His CHERUB series is credited with shaking up young adult literature, with realistic language, unconventionally sophisticated themes, and portrayals of heroes that challenge tradition. His latest series tackles concepts like corruption, protection rackets, and late-stage…

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Estelle Clifford: Lorde - Virgin 6:40

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Lorde has described her fourth album as her rebirth. ‘Virgin’ is her attempt to make a document that reflected her femininity, which she described as “raw, primal, innocent, elegant, openhearted, spiritual, masc”. It deals with themes of gender identity, body image, and mental health, a more introspective album than its predecessor ‘Solar Power’. E…

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Catherine Raynes: Apple in China and The Good Father 4:56

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Apple in China by Patrick McGee After struggling to build its products on three continents, Apple was lured by China’s seemingly inexhaustible supply of cheap labor. Soon it was sending thousands of engineers across the Pacific, training millions of workers, and spending hundreds of billions of dollars to create the world’s most sophisticated suppl…

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Bryan Betty: Parkinson's 5:13

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Parkinson's is one of the most common neurological conditions for those over the age of 60 - Michael J Fox very famously has early onset Parkinson's, and is now a champion for awareness of the disease. So what is Parkinson's? A degenerative disease of the nervous system causing movement problems. Affects 1:100 over the age of 60. Occasionally it’s …

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Kevin Milne: The Dead Cow Gully Backyard Marathon 5:45

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The Dead Cow Gully Backyard Marathon in Queensland is not for the faint of heart. Billed as a race with no finish line, the Backyard Ultra format has no predefined length or time, but requires runners to complete a 6.7km loop every hour. Kevin Milne was following the race, and thinks it's a good thing he didn’t manage to get his entry in on time. L…