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The Wire w/ Jessica: 27 February, 2024.

The Wire w/ Jessica: 27 February, 2024. , 93.87 MB
Tue 27 Feb 2024

For Dear Science this week, Dr Cushla McGoverin chatted with news and editorial director Jessica Hopkins about Northern Patagonian rock art, an inchworm-inspired robot with enhanced transport capabilities, and the FDA approving the first medication to treat severe frostbite. 

Producer Castor spoke to National’s James Meager about gang patch legislation and the clean car discount repeal.

And producer Sofia spoke to co-chair of Health Coalition Aotearoa, Lisa Te Morenga, about the repeal of the Smoke-Free legislation and current legal requirements for public policy-making transparency in New Zealand. 

Auckland Museum Moving Away From ‘Colonial Past’ w/ Valerie Morse from Peace Action Wellington: 26 February, 2024

Auckland Museum Moving Away From ‘Colonial Past’ w/ Valerie Morse from Peace Action Wellington: 26 February, 2024 Auckland Museum Moving Away From ‘Colonial Past’ w/ Valerie Morse from Peace Action Wellington: 26 February, 2024, 12.36 MB
Tue 27 Feb 2024

Last week, the Auckland War Memorial Museum announced it would be  moving from what it calls a "colonial museum" to a Te Tiriti-centric approach.

News and Editorial Director Jessica Hopkins spoke to Valerie Morse from Peace Action Wellington about their response to this move and why it is necessary.

Anti-Palestinian Misinformation in Aotearoa w/ John Minto: 26 February, 2024

Anti-Palestinian Misinformation in Aotearoa w/ John Minto: 26 February, 2024 Anti-Palestinian Misinformation in Aotearoa w/ John Minto: 26 February, 2024, 10.63 MB
Mon 26 Feb 2024

Concerns have been raised about the spread of fake news and propaganda and to justify anti-Palestinian actions.

News and Editorial Director Jesica Hopkins spoke to National Chair Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa John Minto about why unfounded claims are being repeated in the media and by politicians, here in Aotearoa and globally?

Highest risk of measles outbreak in at least a decade w/ The University of Otago’s Professor Michael Baker: 22 February 2024

Highest risk of measles outbreak in at least a decade w/ The University of Otago’s Professor Michael Baker: 22 February 2024 Highest risk of measles outbreak in at least a decade w/ The University of Otago’s Professor Michael Baker: 22 February 2024, 14.23 MB
Thu 22 Feb 2024

High vaccination rates from 1969 onwards have prevented measles outbreaks during recent years, but a dropoff in vaccinations has increased risks. 

While previously the 95% vaccination rate necessary to prevent outbreak was achieved from around 2014 to 2017, currently vaccination rates sit at around 83%. 

Producer Castor spoke to The University of Otago’s Professor Michael Baker about increased measles risk in Aotearoa and possible countermeasures.

The National Party’s assessment based learning in schools policy w/ Tom Pearce: 22 February, 2024

The National Party’s assessment based learning in schools policy w/ Tom Pearce: 22 February, 2024 The National Party’s assessment based learning in schools policy w/ Tom Pearce: 22 February, 2024, 16.62 MB
Thu 22 Feb 2024

In their leadup to the 2023 election, the National party campaigned on increasing assessment in primary schools. 

Castor spoke to doctoral student at the University of Auckland, Tom Pearce, about assessment based education, the campaigned policies, and alternative methods to increase learning for students.

Aotearoa’s Human Rights Issues and the Impact of the Universal Periodic Review w/ Dr Karanina Sumeo: 22 February, 2024

Aotearoa’s Human Rights Issues and the Impact of the Universal Periodic Review w/ Dr Karanina Sumeo: 22 February, 2024 Aotearoa’s Human Rights Issues and the Impact of the Universal Periodic Review w/ Dr Karanina Sumeo: 22 February, 2024, 22.33 MB
Thu 22 Feb 2024

Human rights groups from Aotearoa, such as the Human Rights Commission, have been in Geneva ahead of the Universal Periodic Review of our progress on human rights issues.

Caeden spoke to Acting Chief Commissioner, Dr Karanina Sumeo, about Aotearoa's human rights issues and what the impacts of the review could be.

The Wire w/ Beth: 22 February, 2024

The Wire w/ Beth: 22 February, 2024 The Wire w/ Beth: 22 February, 2024, 131.31 MB
Thu 22 Feb 2024

E whai ake nei, coming up on the Wire for Rāpare Thursday!

Beth spoke to Counsellor for Waitakere, Shane Henderson, about the impact the government’s recent repeal of Three Waters will have on the Council in terms planning of water services and infrastructure.

Castor spoke to The University of Otago’s Professor Michael Baker about increased measles risk in Aotearoa and possible countermeasures.

Caeden spoke with Acting Chief Commissioner, Dr Karanina Sumeo, about Aotearoa's human rights issues and what the impacts of the Universal Periodic Review could be.

Spike spoke to Unite Union Contact Center organiser Sam Burnside-Woods about unionisation at One NZ, work from home policies and the ongoing redundancy waves.

And Castor spoke with doctoral student at the University of Auckland, Tom Pearce, about assessment based education, the campaigned policies and alternative methods to increase learning for students. 

Unionisation Efforts and Downsizing at One NZ w/ Sam Burnside-Woods: 22 February, 2024

Unionisation Efforts and Downsizing at One NZ w/ Sam Burnside-Woods: 22 February, 2024 Unionisation Efforts and Downsizing at One NZ w/ Sam Burnside-Woods: 22 February, 2024, 21.03 MB
Thu 22 Feb 2024

Telecom company One NZ, previously Vodafone, was recently acquired by investment management company Infratil, which under the backdrop of unionisation efforts, has started to downsize the company in order to maximise profits. The latest announcement from the CEO includes changes that might result in 10-20% of the workforce being made redundant.

Spike spoke to Unite Union Contact Center organiser Sam Burnside-Woods about unionisation at One NZ, work from home policies, and the ongoing redundancy waves.

Smith v Fonterra Judicial Climate Justice w/ Vernon Rive: February 21st, 2024

Smith v Fonterra w/ Vernon Rive: February 21st, 2024 Smith v Fonterra w/ Vernon Rive: February 21st, 2024, 20.71 MB
Wed 21 Feb 2024

The Supreme Court in the recent Smith v Fonterra case ruled that Iwi Leader Mike Smith can proceed to trial against Fonterra, and six of the other largest greenhouse gas emitters. In this case, he argued that their emissions would harm him and his interests to customary land, including loss of cultural and spiritual sites, and fisheries. 

Olivia talked to Associate Professor at the University of Auckland Law School, Vernon Rive, about this decision. He also discussed what judicial decisions means for overarching climate action, and other implications of this case.

Foodstuffs Facial Recognition Trial w/ Gehan Gunasekara: February 21st, 2024

Foodstuffs Facial Recognition Trial w/ Gehan Gunasekara: February 21st, 2024 Foodstuffs Facial Recognition Trial w/ Gehan Gunasekara: February 21st, 2024, 32.8 MB
Wed 21 Feb 2024

Foodstuffs is rolling out a facial recognition trial to identify and deter shoplifters. Many have criticised such use of facial recognition technology, noting that it is a slippery slope, and can encroach on people’s privacy. 

Olivia talked to Associate Professor at the University of Auckland’s Department of Commercial Law, Gehan Gunasekara, about the potential benefits and issues with utilising this technology, and possible actions the Government should take in protecting privacy.