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Inflation and Consumer Price Data w/ James Mitchell: 3 August, 2023

 Inflation and Consumer Price Data w/ James Mitchell: 3 August, 2023 Inflation and Consumer Price Data w/ James Mitchell: 3 August, 2023, 13.22 MB
Thu 3 Aug 2023

Data released this month by StatsNZ has shown that annual inflation is down to six per cent from six-point-seven per cent in the previous twelve-month period until March 2023. 

Although despite this period of disinflation, Consumer Price Index data has shown that the price of consumer goods has continued to rise, with stubbornly high food prices fuelling the cost of living crisis. Food prices have risen above general inflation with food inflation on the Consumer Price Index sitting at twelve-point-three percent in the June quarter of this year. 

To talk more about the decrease in inflation and what that signals within the New Zealand economy, producer Andre Fa’aoso spoke to James Mitchell, manager of Consumer Price Delivery at StatsNZ.

The National Party's Proposed KiwiSaver Rent Policy w/ Renters United Spokesperson Anna Bykova: 3 August, 2023

 The National Party's Proposed KiwiSaver Rent Policy w/ Renters United Spokesperson Anna Bykova: 3 August, 2023 The National Party's Proposed KiwiSaver Rent Policy w/ Renters United Spokesperson Anna Bykova: 3 August, 2023, 14.74 MB
Thu 3 Aug 2023

The National party recently proposed a policy to allow renters under 30 to pay for tenancy bonds with their KiwiSaver funds. 

This policy has been highly controversial, with many saying it is likely to harm renters and increase wealth inequality.

Olivia spoke with Anna Bykova of Renters United to discuss their issues with this proposed policy.

The State of the Early Care and Education Sector w/ Executive Officer at ECE Reform and Public Health Specialist of the Early Care and Education Sector Dr Mike Bedford: 3 August, 2023

 The State of the Early Care and Education Sector w/ Executive Officer at ECE Reform and Public Health Specialist of the Early Care and Education Sector Dr Mike Bedford: 3 August, 2023 The State of the Early Care and Education Sector w/ Executive Officer at ECE Reform and Public Health Specialist of the Early Care and Education Sector Dr Mike Bedford: 3 August, 2023, 20.61 MB
Thu 3 Aug 2023

The Early Care and Education sector is suffering from a lack of funds and teachers. 

Such governmental neglect has already resulted in long childcare waiting lists, high staff turnover, and low morale across the sector. 

Olivia talked to the Executive Officer at ECE Reform and public health specialist of the early care and education sector, Dr Mike Bedford, about this issue and potential solutions. 

How the Government is Addressing Modern Slavery w/ Deputy Prime Minister Carmel Sepulon: 3 August, 2023

How the Government is Addressing Modern Slavery w/ Deputy Prime Minister Carmel Sepulon: 3 August, 2023 How the Government is Addressing Modern Slavery w/ Deputy Prime Minister Carmel Sepulon: 3 August, 2023 , 6.66 MB
Thu 3 Aug 2023

To crack down on modern slavery, the government is working on legislation to hold large companies using exploitative labour accountable.

If implemented, this legislation would meet requirements to tackle modern slavery laid out in the EU and UK free trade agreements.

News and Editorial Director Jessica Hopkins spoke to Deputy Prime Minister Sepuloni about this, and started off our interview by asking what we can expect from their response.

International Seabed Mining Authority and Deep Sea Mining in Aotearoa w/ Eugenie Sage: 3 August, 2023

 International Seabed Mining Authority and Deep Sea Mining in Aotearoa w/ Eugenie Sage: 3 August, 2023 International Seabed Mining Authority and Deep Sea Mining in Aotearoa w/ Eugenie Sage: 3 August, 2023, 22.5 MB
Thu 3 Aug 2023

Negotiations with the International Seabed Authority recently came to a close, resulting in the failure of deep sea mining companies to get a green light to begin plundering the ocean.

Today Beth speaks to a member of the Green Party and Fisheries Spokesperson, Eugenie Sage, about deep sea mining in Aotearoa, and what needs to happen to protect our oceans.

The Wednesday Wire: 2 August, 2023

 The Wednesday Wire: 2 August, 2023 The Wednesday Wire: 2 August, 2023, 101.37 MB
Wed 2 Aug 2023

Emilia speaks to Green Party Co-leader James Shaw about the emissions trading scheme and National’s recently announced transport plan.

Nicholas speaks to Massey University Professor of Management and Māori Business Jarrod Haar about changes in the number of people considering resigning from their jobs.

Arno speaks to University of Auckland Professor in Criminology Dr Ronals Kramer about the term youth justice in this year's election.

And Professor Auckland University Professor in Psychology Quentin Atkinson about new research into the origins of the English language.

The 8000-Year-Old Origins of English w/ Professor Quentin Atkinson: 2 August, 2023

 The 8000-Year-Old Origins of English w/ Professor Quentin Atkinson: 2 August, 2023 The 8000-Year-Old Origins of English w/ Professor Quentin Atkinson: 2 August, 2023, 10.22 MB
Wed 2 Aug 2023

A new study using biological evolution models to trace the origins of the English language has made some remarkable discoveries. 

The study used a list of known words in different languages to find a common ancestor for these languages, and incorporated divergence dating so that researchers could estimate when each language diverged from the root language. 

The ancient language in which English has its origins is called Proto-Indo-European and dates back 8,000 years ago. It has been geographically isolated, and found to be the root of many modern day languages as well as English. 

Arno spoke with Professor Quentin Atkinson, a Professor in Psychology at the University of Auckland, to find out more about the study. Arno started our interview by asking about the methodology of the study.

 

Navigating Debates Around Youth Crime Ahead of the Election w/ Dr Ronald Kramer: 2 August, 2023

 Navigating Debates Around Youth Crime Ahead of the Election w/ Dr Ronald Kramer: 2 August, 2023 Navigating Debates Around Youth Crime Ahead of the Election w/ Dr Ronald Kramer: 2 August, 2023, 9.93 MB
Wed 2 Aug 2023

Youth crime has become a hot political topic with some parties promising a tougher attitude if elected. 

However, others believe white-collar crime is just as much of a concern, and that the underlying causes of youth crime should be addressed first.

Dr Ronald Kramer, a Professor of criminology at the University of Auckland is concerned with the debate around youth offending. 

He recently wrote an article for Newsroom warning readers to be wary of letting the vague concept of 'youth justice' saturate the political agenda.

Arno started our interview by asking him what we can expect discussions about youth crime to centre around in the lead up to the election.

 

Job Resignation Rates w/ Massey University Professor of Management and Māori Business Jarrod Haar: 02 August, 2023

 Job Resignation Rates w/ Massey University Professor of Management and Māori Business Jarrod Haar: 02 August, 2023 Job Resignation Rates w/ Massey University Professor of Management and Māori Business Jarrod Haar: 02 August, 2023, 9.75 MB
Wed 2 Aug 2023

The results of a new survey out of Massey University has shown that there’s been a 18.2% decrease in the number of Kiwis considering quitting their jobs since November 2021. This survey is a part of Professor Jarrod Haar’s Wellbeing at Work research. 

Nicholas spoke to Professor Haar about what the survey results mean, including possible measures businesses need to take to ensure staff

 

Dear Science w/ Allan Blackman : August 1, 2023

Dear Science w/ Allan Blackman : August 1, 2023 Dear Science w/ Allan Blackman : August 1, 2023 , 32.09 MB
Tue 1 Aug 2023

This week on Dear Science, Milly and Rosetta are joined by Allan Blackman in studio to discuss some super-duper superconductor findings, a frozen worm causign quite a buzz and why being less sure is becoming less common in scientific publishings.