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The Wire w/ Zazi and Frances: September 26, 2021

 The Wire w/ Zazi and Frances: September 26, 2021 The Wire w/ Zazi and Frances: September 26, 2021, 106.17 MB
Wed 29 Sep 2021

This week on the Wednesday Wire Frances has her regular segment Dear Science with AUT Professor Allan Blackman, this week talking about infectious music, a cautionary tale from the Soviet Era’s deadliest scientist, and the incredible story of American astronomer Carolyn Shoemaker. Zazi speaks to Green Party MP Jan Logie and the Chief Executive of the New Zealand College of Midwives, Alison Eddy, about the government’s proposed ACC changes to cover birth injuries. Frances then speaks with Elton Smith, Conservation Manager at Orokonui Ecosanctuary about the South Island kākā breeding programme and finally Zazi has her regular talk with Act Party’s Brooke van Velden, this week about about ACT's COVID 3.0 plan and the government’s interest deductibility policy.

Orokonui Ecosanctuary Kākā w/ Elton Smith: September 29, 2021

 Orokonui Ecosanctuary Kākā w/ Elton Smith: September 29, 2021 Orokonui Ecosanctuary Kākā w/ Elton Smith: September 29, 2021, 21.85 MB
Wed 29 Sep 2021

Aotearoa’s beloved native kākā hit the news this week with the release of three new birds at the Orokonui Ecosanctuary in Ōtepoti, Dunedin as part of their South Island kākā breeding programme. The kākā are native parrots who gather to socialize in the mornings and evenings and are known for their boisterous calls and mischievous mid-air antics. This week on the Wire, Frances Wright spoke with Elton Smith, Conservation Manager at Orokonui Ecosanctuary, about the ups and downs of the programme and what it has been like watching the population numbers grow.

Pacific Youth Stand Up w/ Emily Muli

Pacific Youth Stand Up w/ Emily Muli Pacific Youth Stand Up w/ Emily Muli , 8.86 MB
Tue 28 Sep 2021

Pasifika ethnic specific COVID-19 vaccination drives are proving successful across Aotearoa, and now efforts are turning towards increasing youth vaccinations rates. 

Organisations like Pasifika Futures are currently exploring ways to reach out and support Pasifika young people getting vaccinated. 

Jessica Hopkins spoke to Communications Manager, Emily Muli about Pacific Youth Stand Up, a group of nominated people coming together to share insights on the experiences of Pasifika youth during COVID-19.

Mental Health Awareness Week 2021 w/ the Mental Health Foundation: September 28, 2021

 Mental Health Awareness Week 2021 w/ the Mental Health Foundation: September 28, 2021 Mental Health Awareness Week 2021 w/ the Mental Health Foundation: September 28, 2021, 10.96 MB
Tue 28 Sep 2021

This week is Mental Health Awareness Week, Monday 27 September until Sunday 3 October. The theme this year is "Take Time to Kōrero" and the Mental Health Foundation, who are leading the campaign, wants people to take a little time to connect with loved ones and have open conversations about wellbeing. News and Editorial Director Jemima Huston speaks with Mental Health Foundation Chief Executive Shaun Robinson about the plan for the week. With Auckland still being in Alert Level 3, they also discuss the feeling of lockdown fatigue and how people can balance supporting their own wellbeing and supporting others during this time. 

If you are looking to get involved with some of the initatives of Mental Health Awareness week, check out the website!

The Infinite and the Finite Game: Activism as Entertainment?: September 28, 2021

 The Infinite and the Finite Game: Activism as Entertainment?: September 28, 2021 The Infinite and the Finite Game: Activism as Entertainment?: September 28, 2021, 11.25 MB
Tue 28 Sep 2021

This week, Stella and Isla are inspired by the recent controversy surrounding the proposed CBS show 'The Activist', in which contestants are pitted against each other to achieve the greatest amount of change. They interview community psychologist Dr Niki Harré about why public outcry might have been so ferocious, and her project that discusses the psychology of environmental activism, The Infinite Game.

The Wire with Jemima: September 28, 2021

 The Wire with Jemima: September 28, 2021 The Wire with Jemima: September 28, 2021, 104.5 MB
Tue 28 Sep 2021

Today on the Wire, Jemima Huston speaks to Shaun Robinson, the Chief Executive of the Mental Health Foundation, about Mental Health Awareness Week this week and lockdown fatigue. 

Joe Wickins talks to Dr Alex Risos from the University of Auckland about his work on preventing water contamination in Aotearoa.

Jemima interviews AUT Associate Professor and Director of the Gambling and Addictions Research Centre Maria Bellringer about the recently released global gambiling guidelines for low-risk gambling. 

Tomorrow’s World is back! This week Isla Christensen and Stella Huggins speak to community psychologist Dr Niki Harré about the recent controversy surrounding the proposed CBS show 'The Activist' and Harré's work on the psychology of environmental activism. 

Protecting our Waterways w/ Dr Alex Risos: September 28, 2021

 Protecting our Waterways w/ Dr Alex Risos: September 28, 2021 Protecting our Waterways w/ Dr Alex Risos: September 28, 2021, 9.79 MB
Tue 28 Sep 2021

Water Contamination has become a significant problem on a global scale. Especially in New Zealand, with over one hundred thousand people getting ill from drinking dirty water every year. A team of Science Researchers from the University of Auckland are tackling this problem, as they look to investigate a way to detect waterborne contamination using new laser technology. Joe talks to the head researcher of the project, Dr Alex Risos, and how his research has revolutionised the way we protect our waterways.

The Wire with Jessica: September 27, 2021

 The Wire with Jessica: September 27, 2021 The Wire with Jessica: September 27, 2021, 101.92 MB
Mon 27 Sep 2021

This week on the show, Jessica Hopkins speaks to Te Rito Maioha Early Childhood New Zealand Chief Executive, Kathy Wolfe about pay parity issues for early childhood teachers and kaiako.

She also interviews Emily Muli from Pasifika Futures on their work supporting Pasiifka young people during COVID-19.

Producer Louis Macalister talks to The Meningitis Foundation’s Andrea Brady about vaccinating young people against the meningococcal disease.

He also speaks to Age Concern New Zealand’s Stephanie Clare about ageism and how it impacts older people.

International Day of Older Persons w/ Stephanie Clare: Sep 27, 2021.

 International Day of Older Persons w/ Stephanie Clare: Sep 27, 2021. , 10.59 MB
Mon 27 Sep 2021

The International Day of Older Persons will be celebrated across the world this Friday. According to Age Concern New Zealand, it is an important day to appreciate older people and to highlight issues of ageism. 

Louis was joined by Age Concern New Zealand's Stephanie Clare to talk about the day, ageism, and how it impacts older people. 

Meningococcal Vaccinations w/ Andrea Brady: Sep 27, 2021.

Meningococcal Vaccinations w/ Andrea Brady: Sep 27, 2021 Meningococcal Vaccinations w/ Andrea Brady: Sep 27, 2021, 8.79 MB
Mon 27 Sep 2021

Health experts have urged the government to do more to vaccinate young people against the meningococcal disease. In 2019, 139 people in New Zealand contracted the disease, with ten people dying from it. 

Louis spoke to the Meningitis Foundation's Andrea Brady to chat about meningococcal and what further support the government needs to offer.