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The Wire with Olivia: July 23, 2019

 The Wire with Olivia: July 23, 2019 The Wire with Olivia: July 23, 2019, 97.66 MB
Tue 30 Jul 2019

Coming up on the show today!

  • First up Olivia Holdsworth talk to Rihi Te Nana about the Hands Off Our Tamariki protest happening outside Parliament today. 
  • This week for Green Desk Mitch chats to Auckland Forest and Bird spokesperson Nick Beveridge about the NZTAs proposed East West Link.
  • Next, for Board Games Oscar Perress talks to City Vision’s Alexandra Bonham and Graeme Gunthorp about their candidacy for the upcoming local body elections. 
  • And finally for The International Desk Justin Wong talks to us about the death of former Chinese Premier Li Peng.

Board Games w / Alexandra Bonham and Graeme Gunthorp; July 30, 2019

 Board Games w / Alexandra Bonham and Graeme Gunthorp; July 30, 2019 Board Games w / Alexandra Bonham and Graeme Gunthorp; July 30, 2019, 26.28 MB
Tue 30 Jul 2019

Today we had the privilige of being joined by City Vision Waitematā Local Board candidates Graeme Gunthorp and Alexandra Bonham. We discuss what the roles they are trying for mean to them as well as their general thoughts on a few intricacies of local government. 

Tune in to find out more!  

Hands Off Our Tamariki I/V w / Rihi Te Nana: July 30, 2019

 Hands Off Our Tamariki I/V w / Rihi Te Nana: July 30, 2019 Hands Off Our Tamariki I/V w / Rihi Te Nana: July 30, 2019, 16.11 MB
Tue 30 Jul 2019

Olivia Holdsworth spoke to Hands Off Our Tamariki protest organiser Rihi Te Nana ahead of their protest today at Parliament.

The Wire with Jemima: July 29, 2019

 The Wire with Jemima: July 29, 2019 The Wire with Jemima: July 29, 2019, 103.1 MB
Mon 29 Jul 2019

This week on the Monday Wire, Lillian speaks to Tina Ngata, an indigeous rights activist, about the relationship between Ihumātao and Oranga Tamariki. Southern Cross is back with the latest on West Papuan and Australian media freedom. Rahul speaks to Adele Gautier from the Breast Cancer Foundation about the National Party's recently announced National Cancer Agency. Finally, Jemima speaks to Green Party co-leader James Shaw about Ihumātao, the Resource Management Act and Climate Leaders Coalition. 

This day in history: 26th July, 2019

 This day in history: 26th July, 2019 This day in history: 26th July, 2019, 5.5 MB
Fri 26 Jul 2019

This day in history goes back to 1952 for the abdication of Egpytian King Farouk in favour of his son Faud.

In My Blood it Runs: July 26, 2019

 In My Blood it Runs: July 26, 2019 In My Blood it Runs: July 26, 2019, 16.66 MB
Fri 26 Jul 2019

Maya Newell is an Australian director visiting NZ as part of the New Zealand International Film Festival. Her film, In My Blood it Runs follows the story of a young aboriginal boy Dujuan - a child-healer, a good hunter and fluent in three languages. And yet, at school, the teachers say he is failing as his strength and talents go unnoticed. He is also facing increasing scrutiny from welfare and police in a climate that saw proof of torture occurring in a youth detention facility in Don Dale. The film is made in collaboration with Dujuan's family as he navigates an education system that is set up for him to fail. Lillian Hanly spoke with director Maya Newell and started by asking her to describe the film.

2040: July 26, 2019

 2040: July 26, 2019 2040: July 26, 2019, 27.37 MB
Fri 26 Jul 2019

Damon Gameau is a father and filmmaker. He is the director of film 2040 which is playing in the film festival. The film looks into possible ways of reducing carbon emissions, amongst other environmentally friendly initiatives, that exist right now as a means of making the world a better place in 2040 for future generations. Lillian Hanly speaks to him at length about the issues the film speaks to. Lillian starts by asking why he made the film.

The Protection of Ihumātao Continues: Thursday the 25th of July

 The Fight Continues for Ihumātao: Thursday 25th of July The Fight Continues for Ihumātao: Thursday 25th of July, 11.84 MB
Thu 25 Jul 2019

The protection of Ihumatao continues against police eviction his week, with protectors in high spirit, participating in the strong actions at the whenua. The kaupapa of rongo, peace, has been upheld through the entirety of the campaign, and remains today.

 

On Tuesday evening, Pania Newton, the activist who has been devoted to this cause along with her cousins & whanau, delivered this news to those who stood in pride. Louis went along yesterday afternoon to talk with those campaigning along with the SOUL movement.

 

The Wire with Stewart: July 25, 2019

 The Wire with Stewart: July 25, 2019 The Wire with Stewart: July 25, 2019, 104.52 MB
Thu 25 Jul 2019

Stewart Sowman-Lund's back from holiday and back in the hotseat. This week:

  • We get the latest on the ground at Ihumatao - our news director Lilian Hanly is there, she joins Stewart and Louis live.
  • Plus, Andrew Little is here for his weekly catch-up. Today he talks to Stewart about law reform, Ihumatao and attack ads.
  • Then, a new report suggests nudity on tv might be harming our children. The head of the BSA chats to Stewart.
  • Finally, Neighbourhood Watch with our Australian correspondent Zoe.

It's the Thursday Wire and it's wired!

Nudity on TV might be harming our kids: July 25, 2019

 Nudity on TV might be harming our kids: July 25, 2019 Nudity on TV might be harming our kids: July 25, 2019, 16.46 MB
Thu 25 Jul 2019

This week, the Broadcasting Standards Authority released new research looking into the impact sex and nudity on our TV screens, have on children. The review found some studies found nudity on screen that is educational can provide a positive context for sexuality education. But, it also found that a large number of studies concluded that exposure to such media impacts on the attitudes and behaviours of children and young people. 

Stewart Sowman-Lund spoke to BSA Chief Executive, Belinda Moffat - and started by asking her what the research tells us.