How do! Murray was the host of Land of the Good Groove between 1983 and 1993, playing classic soul, modern soul & funk, & early hip-hop at a time when b's airwaves were biased towards music that did not emanate from those streets on that side of the Atlantic. Amongst his many towering achievements, Murray introduced the "continuous mix" to NZ, and of course, the reason had something to do with food. (Episode 37, Partis 1-3 of 3)
Experts say Yemen is the worst humanitarian crisis in modern history. Warnings from the UN say the death toll from starvation could reach 18.4 million by the end of the year. Why is this happening and what can be done? Maria Armoudian speaks with Charles Schmitz and Hammoud Salhi about the ongoing crisis in Yemen.
Throughout history, being an 'eccentric woman' was largely only available to those born into immense privilege. Penelope asks whether it's more available to the modern (less spenny) woman and asks listeners their particular favourites. Meanwhile, Sarah predictably uses the topic as an excuse to play Björk.
In another installment of Fashion in Focus, Murray Bevan is back with Penelope this week to talk with influencer, Cassidy Morris about this ever-growing social media platform that has transformed the modern celebrity. Cassidy will be speaking in The Business of Fashion Influence, get your tickets and dive deep into where this world is heading.
This week, Sam kicks off New Zealand Music Month by looking at the 3rd and final studio project from hip hop group @Peace. Released in 2014, "@Peace and the Plutonian Noise Symphony" is a modern masterpiece and an exercise in experimentation within the "jazz rap" framework.
Thanks to modern technology, we get Beatcomber's Sophie (who is in Dunedin) and Jono (who is in Wellington) on the line to chat about the band's long-awaited debut EP, Creature Comforts. Cheers NZ On Air Music!!
Associate Professor in Art History, Dr. Erin Griffey, pops up for a chat with Rachel about her speciality in analysing visual and material culture at the early modern court. Dr. Erin talks the older times, jewels, beauty, and all things glam. She'll be speaking at Raising the Bar, along with other academics with all sorts of interesting topics. Check 'em out here.
Sam's back after an emotional rollercoaster ride that goes by the name Modern Love (2019). With a huge casting line up, the shows based around real-life essay of love, heartbreak and everything in between. If you're looking for something to shed some tears to, this is the show for you.
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