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ACT's Brooke van Velden on Gun and Asset Legislation, Genocide in China & Compulsory Unionism: May 12, 2021

ACT's Brooke van Velden on Gun and Asset Legislation, Genocide in China & Compulsory Unionism: May 12, 2021 ACT's Brooke van Velden on Gun and Asset Legislation, Genocide in China & Compulsory Unionism: May 12, 2021, 20.99 MB
Wed 12 May 2021

This week James and Brooke talk about a range of topics, starting off with the new laws to be introduced under Labour ot combat gangs.

The new laws allow for guns to be seized if they owner is high risk, which cuts through paper work. An act is also be revised to allow more seizures of gang owned assets.

James also touches on Brooke's motion in parliament which was revised, as the use of the word 'genocide' was vetoed.

Their chat finishes up on unionism, and ACT"s opposition to compulsory unionism.

The Eden Albert By-Election for the Maungawhau Division w/ Will McKenzie & Jose Fowler: May 12, 2021

The Eden Albert By-Election for the Maungawhau Division w/ Will McKenzie & Jose Fowler: May 12, 2021 The Eden Albert By-Election for the Maungawhau Division w/ Will McKenzie & Jose Fowler: May 12, 2021, 28.87 MB
Wed 12 May 2021

With a week left for those living in the Maungawhau division to vote in their by election, James talks to two of the candidates in the running for the seat (Bernadette Power did not reply).

James covers a range of topics woth Will McKenzie, the candidate for Communities and Residents, as well as Jose Fowler, who is running as an independent.

While the basics of understanding candidates is covered, James also touches on some issues specific to the Maungawhau division.

The Wire with James: May 12, 2021

The Wire with James: May 12, 2021 The Wire with James: May 12, 2021, 103.25 MB
Wed 12 May 2021

On dear science this week James, Aneeka and Allan about Chernobyl, Dorothy Hodgkin and laser beams!

James has his weekly catch-up with the ACT party’s Brooke Van Velden, where they talk about her motion last week, unionism and new laws from the government around cracking down on gangs

Aneeka talks to Fiona Patten from the Reason Party in Australia about Victorian drug laws and the drug symposium for ‘What’s the Buzz’

James talks to Will McKenzie, one of the candidates for the Eden Albert by election in studio to talk about why he is the best candidate, as well as a small interview with Jose Fowler, who is also running for the seat as an independent candidate

Drug Policy in Victoria w/ The New Zealand Drug Foundation: May 12, 2021

Drug Policy in Victoria w/ The New Zealand Drug Foundation: May 12, 2021 Drug Policy in Victoria w/ The New Zealand Drug Foundation: May 12, 2021, 11.17 MB
Wed 12 May 2021

This week on 'What's the Buzz?' with the New Zealand Drug Foundation, Aneeka talks to Fiona Patten who is a politician from Victoria, Australia. Fiona is in the country for the Drug Symposium in Parliament and talks to Aneeka about drug policy in Victoria, particularly around marijuana and medically supervised injection centres. 

Dear Science w/ Allan Blackman: May 12, 2021

Dear Science w/ Allan Blackman: May 12, 2021 Dear Science w/ Allan Blackman: May 12, 2021, 25.29 MB
Wed 12 May 2021

This week on Dear Science the bants were truely flowing between Allan, James and Aneeka as they discuss science.

This week starts off with a bang, as they talk about Chernobyl and how it could be continuing to cause problems.

Allan educates us on Dorothy Hodgkin, a science pioneer who would've turned 111.

The segment finishes off with a chat about super duper strong laser beams developed in Korea.

Gangs and Firearms w/ Simeon Brown: 11th May, 2021

Gangs and Firearms w/ Simeon Brown: 11th May, 2021 Gangs and Firearms w/ Simeon Brown: 11th May, 2021, 8.28 MB
Tue 11 May 2021

This morning Police Minister Poto Williams and Justice Minister Kris Faafoi announced major plans to crack down on firearm ownership by "high risk criminals", specifically looking at gang members. Lyric spoke to National MP Simeon Brown to get his thoughts on the announcement.

Recognising the Amhara Massacre w/ Degu Geddebo: 11th May, 2021

Recognising the Amhara Massacre w/ Degu Geddebo: 11th May, 2021 Recognising the Amhara Massacre w/ Degu Geddebo: 11th May, 2021 , 9.1 MB
Tue 11 May 2021

Members of New Zealand's Ethiopian community gathered in Wellington today to hand over a petition to encourage the government to formally recognise atrocities against the Amhara ethnic community in Ethiopia. Lyric spoke with Degu Geddebo, one of the campaigners, to find out what's happening in Ethiopia and why acknowledge matters.

The Wire with Jemima: May 11, 2021

The Wire with Jemima: May 11, 2021 The Wire with Jemima: May 11, 2021, 95.94 MB
Tue 11 May 2021

Today on the Tuesday Wire, we report on the government’s latest announcement on gang crime and new laws that will prohibit high risk people from owning firearms.

Lyric also speaks live to National Party MP and Spokesperson for Police Simeon Brown about the government's announcement. 

Jemima talks to Sarah Smuts Kennedy from For The Love of Bees about organic regenerative horticulture. They discuss the Earthworkers Programme run by the group and how it can teach you to be a regenerative farmer in your own backyard. 

We have the second edition of Tomorrow’s World from producers Isla Christensen and Stella Huggins. This week they bust some TikTok science myths.  

Finally, Lyric chats to Degu Geddebo, a member of New Zealand’s Ethiopian Community, about the current crisis targeting the Amhara ethnic community in Ethiopia. 

Learn About Organic Regenerative Horticulture w/ the Earthworkers Programme: May 11, 2021

Learn About Organic Regenerative Horticulture w/ the Earthworkers Programme: May 11, 2021 Learn About Organic Regenerative Horticulture w/ the Earthworkers Programme: May 11, 2021, 15.61 MB
Tue 11 May 2021

For the Love of Bees, a community ecological project, is currently running the Earthworkers Programme. Programme particpants will learn from experts about organic regenerative farming processes and how these can be used in their own gardens or pieces of land. 

News and Editorial Director Jemima Huston speaks to Sarah Smuts-Kennedy, the vision holder of the project For the Love of Bees, about what organic regenerative horticulture actually means. Jemima asks how this fruit and vegetable farming style is different to other farming practices taking place in Aotearoa. They discuss whether regenerative farming can work in urban settings and why a move towards organic regenerative horticulture is an important step for ecosystems, climate and communities. Finally, Sarah explains how people can take part in the Earthworkers Programme and learn more about these farming processes.  

TikTok Science Myths: May 11, 2021

TikTok Science Myths: May 11, 2021 TikTok Science Myths: May 11, 2021, 7.7 MB
Tue 11 May 2021

This week on Tomorrow's World, Isla and Stella investigate the science side of video sharing app TikTok. They discuss whether TikTok is a trustworthy information source, debunk some mistruths and approve some actually accurate science videos.