Tēna koutou katoa, good afternoon. You’re with the Thursday Wire. Coming up on the show today:
With protestors still on the land at Ihumatao - we talk the history of protesting in New Zealand. AUT’s Paul Moon chats to Deb.
Plus, bFM reporter Conor Knell is in the studio. He talks the status of same sex marriage and abortion rights in Northern Ireland.
After that, should people under the age of 18 get the vote? We speak to one of the campaign organisers of Make it 16.
Then, Neighbourhood Watch with our Australian correspondent Zoe.
& Finally, Louis will be talking with Doctor Kelly Jones of AUT University's Neuropsychology research department on traumatic brain injuries and concussions.
It's The Thursday Wire with Stewart Sowman-Lund and Deb Rawson!
This week:
The Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters has lashed out at coalition partner Labour, over their handling of the abortion law debate. Commentator Ben Thomas breaks down what this means for the government.
Plus, the Official Cash Rate dropped yesterday by 50 basis points… double market expectations. But what is the official cash rate? And why should we care that it’s dropped. Economist Shamubeel Eaqub explains it in language we can all, hopefully, understand.
After that, Justice Minister Andrew Little is here for his weekly catch-up. Stewart asks him whether he was blindsided by Winston Peters’ talk of a referendum on abortion use.
Then, as protests at Ihumatao continue, Deb asks what this all means from a legal perspective.
And finally - we’ll catch up with our Australian Correspondent to get all the latest news from across the ditch in Neighbourhood Watch!
Another packed Thursday Wire, with host Stewart Sowman-Lund and producer Justin.
This week:
The Herald’s Simon Wilson breaks down a fiery debate last night between the two most viable Auckland mayoral candidates - Phil Goff and John Tamihere.
After that, we go live to bFM reporter Tu who is at a hikoi by Ihumatao protestors, heading for Jacinda Ardern’s Auckland office.
Then, Andrew Little chats to Stewart for his weekly segment. This week, a new Bill will allow bars to be open late for the Rugby World Cup. But should more be done?
After that - Justin discusses the Italian political crisis.
And finally, a piece by our regular reporter Deb, looking into workplace wellbeing.
All that plus Poll Position and a whole heap more - it's The Thursday Wire!
Justice Minister Andrew Little pops by for his weekly chat. He speaks to Stewart about liquor trading laws, after a bill passed last night under urgency allowing licensed venues to stay open late for the Rugby World Cup. Plus, foreign donations- should they be allowed?
Stewart Sowman-Lund is back from the holidays and ready for another exciting Thursday Wire! This week, Mary-Margaret's back in the producer's chair.
On the show:
Mary-Margaret chats to Deborah Small, from Break the Chains - a US advocacy group focused on communities most vulnerable to the punitive policies caused by the War on Drugs.
After that, Justice Minister Andrew Little swings by for his weekly chat. Today - does he stand by the Party’s actions over the past two weeks as sexual assault allegations have come to light.
Then, we continue our series looking into all the mayoral hopefuls standing in Auckland. Today - Stewart speak to comedian Tom Sainsbury, the campaign manager for ‘Fiona’...
And finally - in Neighbourhood Watch, Zoe gets us up to date with all the latest Aussie news. Today: We catch up with what Pauline Hanson’s been up to.
All that plus another thrilling edition of Poll Position!
It's another packed Thursday Wire this week with host Stewart Sowman-Lund and producer Justin.
On the show today:
Our mayoral series continues, talking to as many of the candidates running for the top job as possible. Today a triple header: Peter Vaughan, Susanna Kruger and Phil Goff.
After that, Andrew Little’s back for another political catch-up. Today, he's talking to Stewart about Jacinda Ardern in the UN.
Then, Justin’s here for the international desk talking Canada.
And finally, how do we stop social isolation in retirees? Stewart talks to Cheryll Martin, General Manager at Volunteering Auckland about their new Ambassador Programme.
All that plus a super speedy Poll Position, listener texts and more (of course). It's The Thursday Wire!
Join Thursday Wire host Stewart Sowman-Lund for the first of two 95bFM Mayoral Debates. Today, Craig Lord, Peter Vaughan and Tadgh Stopford tell you why they should be the next mayor of the Auckland Supercity. They talk about transport, housing, and the environment - plus respond to listener texts.
Host Stewart Sowman-Lund and producer Justin talk through the big issues from New Zealand and around the world.
This week:
Act Party leader David Seymour talks to Stewart about last night’s vote on the End of Life Choice Bill, and what he makes of a referendum on the issue.
After that, Andrew Little is here for his regular catch-up. Today - the National Party backs down on supporting new anti-terrorism legislation. And who should buy TV3?
Then, Green Party Justice Spokesperson Golriz Ghahraman about why the Green Party is now supporting that same anti-terrorism legislation.
International Desk this week goes to Tokyo
And finally - Neighbourhood Watch is back for another week. Today, Australia media unifies for press freedom, and the treatment of race horses is in the spotlight.
All that plus Poll Position and some more viewer feedback! It's The Thursday Wire!
Don't forget to put the 8th of December into your calendar - we're doing the Kids' Show LIVE in Aotea Square, featuring Tanya Batt and Little Ripples, plus a breakfast station, tea and coffee plus lots of activities including a game where you have to make the best bee hive!
Thanks to Radio New Zealand for letting us play Northwood, from their Storytime app available at http://storytime.rnz.co.nz
Brian Falkner - Northwood - Part 7
Brian Falkner - Northwood - Part 8
Eddie Spaghetti - Wake Up, Wake Up
Claudia Robin Gunn - Little NZ birds
Levity Beet & Chris Sanders - Bush Tucker
Little Ripples - Rhythm of the House
Mike Phirman - Cat Cat Frog Frog
Little City Critters - I Like Chasing Butterflies
Mr Roberelli - Casting On
The Great Gildersleeve - Gerald Mc Boing Boing
FleaBITE - Fatty Ratty Party
Belle & Sebastian - The Monkeys Are Breaking Out The Zoo
Kath Bee - You Can't Eat It On Toast
Levity Beet - Watermelon
Tanya Batt - Tectonic Plates
Bunny Racket - Jingle Jangle Jaguar
Gerry Paul - Hank the wrestling shark
Keith Mitchell - The Ginger Cat
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