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The Wire w/ Nicholas: January 30, 2023

 The Wire w/ Nicholas: January 30, 2023 The Wire w/ Nicholas: January 30, 2023, 106.73 MB
Tue 30 Jan 2024

The Tuesday Wire team is joined by Dr Allan Blackman for Dear Science. The team discusses new developments in genetic editing, the scientific ramifications of the Dunning-Kruger effect and the dangers of eating salad in space. 

Nicholas catches up with the National Party's Dr Shane Reti about the extent of his party’s support for the "Treaty Principle's" bill and the interim ruling made by the International Court of Justice regarding South Africa’s case against Israel.

Nicholas also spoke to Dr Treasa Dunworth for an in-depth analysis of the ICJ's interim ruling in South Africa's case against Israel.

Sofia speaks to Head nurse of Havelock North School Caryn Williams about the growing concerns of meningitis in Aotearoa.

They also spoke to Emma McInnes current chair of Women in Urbanism about a new survey being conducted regarding issues identified by wāhine in urban space. 

Analysis of the ICJ’s Interim ruling on South Africa’s case against Israel w/ Dr Treasa Dunworth: 30 January 2024

 Analysis of the ICJ’s Interim ruling on South Africa’s case against Israel w/ Dr Treasa Dunworth: 30 January 2024 Analysis of the ICJ’s Interim ruling on South Africa’s case against Israel w/ Dr Treasa Dunworth: 30 January 2024, 16.36 MB
Tue 30 Jan 2024

The International Court of Justice has released an interim ruling in South Africa’s case against Israel.

South Africa has accused Israel of being in breach of their obligations under the United Nations Convention on Genocide.

The ICJ has ruled that they have jurisdiction to preside over the claims made by South Africa and in the interim have ordered Israel to prevent acts of genocide and punish comments that incite genocide against Palestinians.

For an in-depth analysis of the court's ruling and its ramifications Nicholas spoke to expert in international law Dr Treasa Dunworth. 

Dear Science w/ Dr Allan Blackman: January 30, 2024

 Dear Science w/ Dr Allan Blackman: January 30, 2024 Dear Science w/ Dr Allan Blackman: January 30, 2024, 42.01 MB
Tue 30 Jan 2024

The Tuesday Wire team is joined by Dr Allan Blackman for Dear Science.

The team discusses new developments in genetic editing, the scientific ramifications of the Dunning-Kruger effect and the dangers of eating salad in space.

The intersection between art and activism w/ Vira Paky: 25 January, 2023

 The intersection between art and activism w/ Vira Paky: 25 January, 2023 The intersection between art and activism w/ Vira Paky: 25 January, 2023, 13.26 MB
Thu 25 Jan 2024

Activist and storyteller Vira Paky was named by the Post as one of 24 New Zealanders to watch in 2024. Caeden chatted with Vira about her mahi, and the importance of art when it comes to engaging activists and people in political spaces.

Hindu Nationalism in Eden Park w/ Dr Sapna Samant: 25 January, 2023

 Hindu Nationalism in Eden Park w/ Dr Sapna Samant: 25 January, 2023 Hindu Nationalism in Eden Park w/ Dr Sapna Samant: 25 January, 2023, 15.47 MB
Thu 25 Jan 2024

Two recent events have caused backlash against Eden Park. The confiscation of Palestinian flags from pro-Palestine protestors at the park, and the hosting of a Hindu Nationalist Rally attended by prominent New Zealand MPs.

Caeden spoke to GP, filmmaker, and activist Dr Sapna Samant about why these actions got backlash, and the consequences of ignoring Hindu Nationalism in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Youth Vaping Addiction in Aotearoa w/ Dr Jude Ball

 Youth Vaping Addiction in Aotearoa w/ Dr Jude Ball Youth Vaping Addiction in Aotearoa w/ Dr Jude Ball, 8.82 MB
Thu 25 Jan 2024

The Public Health Communication Centre has published a report discussing the social impacts of youth vaping addictions. 

While discussions around youth vaping typically focus on the health risks, the report looks at the social and psychological issues caused by addiction. 

Castor spoke with Doctor Jude Ball, a public health researcher at the University of Otago in Wellington, about youth vaping addictions and potential solutions.

Possible Wage Cuts for Parliamentary Workers w/ Rachel Mackintosh - 25th January 2024

 Possible Wage Cuts for Parliamentary Workers w/ Rachel Mackintosh - 25th January 2024 Possible Wage Cuts for Parliamentary Workers w/ Rachel Mackintosh - 25th January 2024, 9.61 MB
Thu 25 Jan 2024

With recent news that Parliamentary Services is required to make budget cuts, Parliamentary cleaners are worried that their recently won living wage may be stripped away.

Parliament’s cleaners won the living wage under the previous Labour government, which had committed to a wage increase during the 2017 election campaign.

Castor spoke to Rachel Mackintosh, the National Secretary for E tū, the union covering cleaners, about the potential wage cuts and what they may mean for those affected.

Thursday Wire w/ Caeden: 25 January, 2024

 Thursday Wire w/ Caeden: 25 January, 2024 Thursday Wire w/ Caeden: 25 January, 2024, 129.07 MB
Thu 25 Jan 2024

Caeden speaks to GP, filmmaker, and activist Dr Sapna Samant about why these actions got backlash, and the consequences of ignoring Hindu Nationalism in Aotearoa New Zealand.

They also chat to activist and storyteller Vira Paky the importance of art when it comes to engaging activists in political spaces.

Castor speaks to Public Health Researcher at the University of Otago Doctor Jude Ball about Youth Vaping Addictions.

He also spoke to the National Secretary from E tū, Rachel Mackintosh, about potential wage cuts for parliamentary cleaners.

Beth speaks to Shane Henderson for her weekly catch-up for City Counselling and Chris Emmet from Surf Lifesaving.

School Uniform Equity in Aotearoa w/ Lecturer in the Department of Public Health at the University of Otago, Dr Johanna Reidy: 24 January, 2024

 School Uniform Equity in Aotearoa w/ Lecturer in the Department of Public Health at the University of Otago, Dr Johanna Reidy: 24 January, 2024 School Uniform Equity in Aotearoa w/ Lecturer in the Department of Public Health at the University of Otago, Dr Johanna Reidy: 24 January, 2024, 20.45 MB
Wed 24 Jan 2024

Ahead of the new school year, concerns have been raised about the high cost of compulsory school uniforms amid the rising cost of living.

New research has found that 20% of students in one school in a higher socioeconomic area worried about whether their parents could afford their uniform.

News and Editorial Director Jessica Hopkins spoke to Lecturer in the Department of Public Health at the University of Otago, Dr Johanna Reidy, about what can be done to ensure students experience the benefits of school uniforms without added pressure on families.

Here is that interview.

Parasites w/ Remy Muhsin: January 24th 2024

 Parasites w/ Remy Muhsin: January 24th 2024 Parasites w/ Remy Muhsin: January 24th 2024, 23.95 MB
Wed 24 Jan 2024

Little is known about many parasites, despite their prevalence worldwide, in Aotearoa New Zealand. These parasites include cryptosporidium, and toxoplasmosis, which are both often transmitted from animals to humans. Research has shown both parasites are dangerous to humans, with symptoms including vomiting and fevers. 

Olivia spoke to Research Fellow at the University of Otago, Doctor Remy Muhsin, about these parasites, and the need for research funding in this area.