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The Rhythm Selection: 15th September, 2025

Rhythm Selection: September 15, 2025 Rhythm Selection: September 15, 2025, 162.81 MB
Mon 15 Sep 2025

Jazz Funk 45s

Fashun w/ Penelope Noir: Rāhina September 15, 2025

Fashun w/ Penelope Noir: Rāhina September 15, 2025 Fashun w/ Penelope Noir: Rāhina September 15, 2025, 25.64 MB
Mon 15 Sep 2025

I tēnei rā, kei te kōrero Milly rāua ko Rosetta ki Pennie i ngā 'Gourmand Perfumes' mā runga Fashun! Whakarongo mai nei! 

Loose Reads w/ Jenna: Rāhina September 15, 2025

Loose Reads w/ Jenna: Rāhina September 15, 2025 Loose Reads w/ Jenna: Rāhina September 15, 2025, 18.97 MB
Mon 15 Sep 2025

I tēnei rā, kei te kōrero Jenna i te pukapuka ngā Mike McRoberts: 'Te Kōrero i Tōku Reo'! Mike McRoberts' 'Speaking My Language' narrates the iconic journalist's journey through reconnecting with his whakapapa and reo, and offers mātauranga for others hoping to do the same. Whakarongo mai nei!

Thanks to Timeout Bookstore!

Whakataukī o te rā: Rāhina September 15, 2025

Whakataukī o te rā: Rāhina September 15, 2025 Whakataukī o te rā: Rāhina September 15, 2025, 9.64 MB
Mon 15 Sep 2025

Kei te wiki o te reo Māori, nō reira ka whakauru māua ngā kupu hou! Karawhiua whānau, give te reo Māori a crack this week! I tēnei rā, Rosetta has chosen a whakataukī to bring some mātauranga into our days. Whakarongo mai nei!

Whakataukī o te rā:

Haere taka mua, taka muri; kaua e whai // Be a leader not a follower

bosom selecta w/ Murray Cammick: Rāhina September 15, 2025

bosom selecta w/ Murray Cammick: Rāhina September 15, 2025 bosom selecta w/ Murray Cammick: Rāhina September 15, 2025, 36.11 MB
Mon 15 Sep 2025

I tēnei rā, kei te kōhiti Murray ngā waiata mā runga bosom selecta! Murray hosts Land of the Good Groove, a bFM institution and the best way to spend your Rāmere from 1-2pm. Whakarongo mai nei!

Song selections:

"The Message" - Grandmaster Flash, The Furious Five

"Misty Frequencies" - Che Fu

Russian Drone Incursion in Poland w/ The University of Otago's Robert Patman: 15 September, 2025

Russian Drone Incursion in Poland w/ The University of Otago's Robert Patman: 15 September, 2025 Russian Drone Incursion in Poland w/ The University of Otago's Robert Patman: 15 September, 2025, 10.11 MB
Mon 15 Sep 2025

Last week, Poland confirmed that Russian drones had entered and caused damage in Polish airspace. This incursion has been met with strong opposition, with Poland and NATO allies threatening retaliation. 

Monday Wire Producer Alex spoke with the University of Otago’s Robert Patman about the drones, other similar occurrences, and what the geopolitical implications of these incursions in regards to Russia, the US, and Europe.

The ‘March for Humanity’ protest, and Seymour on alcohol, nicotine, and tobacco labelling w/ the ACT Party’s Simon Court: 15 September, 2025

The ‘March for Humanity’ protest, and Seymour on alcohol, nicotine, and tobacco labelling w/ the ACT Party’s Simon Court: 15 September, 2025 The ‘March for Humanity’ protest, and Seymour on alcohol, nicotine, and tobacco labelling w/ the ACT Party’s Simon Court: 15 September, 2025, 16.77 MB
Mon 15 Sep 2025

On Saturday, roughly 20,000 marched in the pro-Palestine rally, the ‘March for Humanity,’ with protesters walking from Aotea Square to Victoria Park in Auckland’s CBD. 

For our weekly catchup with the ACT Party’s Simon Court, News and Editorial Director and Monday Wire Host, Joel, spoke to Simon about the rally and what protestors are calling on the government for, regarding their response to Israel’s war on Gaza, as the death toll in Gaza reaches over 64,000, according to Gaza’s Ministry of Health.

As well as this, Regulations Minister and ACT Party Leader, David Seymour, has not ruled out changes to the labelling of alcohol, nicotine, and tobacco products.

However, firstly, they discussed the ‘March for Humanity’ rally.

The ‘March for Humanity’ protest, and Seymour on alcohol, nicotine, and tobacco labelling w/ the ACT Party’s Simon Court: 15 September, 2025

The ‘March for Humanity’ protest, and Seymour on alcohol, nicotine, and tobacco labelling w/ the ACT Party’s Simon Court: 15 September, 2025 The ‘March for Humanity’ protest, and Seymour on alcohol, nicotine, and tobacco labelling w/ the ACT Party’s Simon Court: 15 September, 2025, 16.77 MB
Mon 15 Sep 2025

On Saturday, roughly 20,000 marched in the pro-Palestine rally, the ‘March for Humanity,’ with protesters walking from Aotea Square to Victoria Park in Auckland’s CBD. 

For our weekly catchup with the ACT Party’s Simon Court, News and Editorial Director and Monday Wire Host, Joel, spoke to Simon about the rally and what protestors are calling on the government for, regarding their response to Israel’s war on Gaza, as the death toll in Gaza reaches over 64,000, according to Gaza’s Ministry of Health.

As well as this, Regulations Minister and ACT Party Leader, David Seymour, has not ruled out changes to the labelling of alcohol, nicotine, and tobacco products.

However, firstly, they discussed the ‘March for Humanity’ rally.

Study into New Zealand news media’s coverage of Covid-19 and nationalism w/ University of Otago’s Emma Anderson: 15 September, 2025

Study into New Zealand news media’s coverage of Covid-19 and nationalism w/ University of Otago’s Emma Anderson: 15 September, 2025 Study into New Zealand news media’s coverage of Covid-19 and nationalism w/ University of Otago’s Emma Anderson: 15 September, 2025, 9.79 MB
Mon 15 Sep 2025

A study from the University of Otago, looking into how New Zealand news coverage depicted the country’s responses to the Covid-19 pandemic, has shown elements of nationalism and creating a sense of competition.

News and Editorial Director and Monday Wire Host, Joel, spoke to Emma Anderson, a PhD Candidate at the Bioethics Centre at the University of Otago, about the study and the harmful consequences of this framing.

Aotearoa for Palestine's 'March for Humanity' w/ Attendees and Spokesperson Nadine Mortaja: 15 September, 2025

Aotearoa for Palestine's 'March for Humanity' w/ Attendees and Spokesperson Nadine Mortaja: 15 September, 2025 Aotearoa for Palestine's 'March for Humanity' w/ Attendees and Spokesperson Nadine Mortaja: 15 September, 2025, 19.71 MB
Mon 15 Sep 2025

On Saturday, tens of thousands of people joined the ‘March for Humanity’ in Tāmaki Makaurau. The protestors were calling on the government to sanction Israel over its actions in Gaza.

Producer Sanat and Thursday Wire Host Caeden were at the protest and spoke to rangatahi, politicians, and community members about why they were there.

Tuesday Wire Host Sara also spoke to Aotearoa for Palestine spokesperson Nadine Mortaja about the protest and the movement’s demands for the New Zealand government.