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A discussion on sexual violence coverage in the news

 A discussion on sexual violence coverage in the news A discussion on sexual violence coverage in the news, 20.05 MB
Thu 15 Mar 2018

With the news media focussing on sexual violence stories currently, Jemima spoke to HELP's executive director Kathryn McPhillips. They discussed the media's portrayal of sexual violence and what changes need to be made in New Zealand on this issue. HELP is Auckland's specialist provider of support for sexual abuse and assault survivors. 

The meth crisis in Aotearoa

 The meth crisis in Aotearoa The meth crisis in Aotearoa, 16.69 MB
Thu 15 Mar 2018

A recent study into meth use found meth is easier to buy than cannabis in many parts of Aotearoa. Lachlan spoke with the study's author Professor Christ Wilkins about the availability of meth and why it is so easy to get.

The Wire with Lachlan: Thursday 15th March

 The Wire with Lachlan: Thursday 15th March The Wire with Lachlan: Thursday 15th March, 128.16 MB
Thu 15 Mar 2018

On this week's Wire, Jemima discusses the media focus on sexual violence with HELP’s Executive Director Kathryn McPhillips. Then Ben brings us an all new segment on the alleged poisoning of a former Russian spy. Andrew Little joins Lachlan for their weekly chat where they discuss the Ngati Rangi settlement and how sexual violence is treated in the criminal justice system. Then professor Chris WIlkins Joins Lachlan to discuss the availability of meth in Aotearoa. Finally, Ben brings us this day in history on the beginning of the Syrian civil war in 2011.

 

Neutral Corner: Sergei Skripal, Boris Johnson and "Mad Vlad"

 Neutral Corner: Sergei Skripal, Boris Johnson and "Mad Vlad" Neutral Corner: Sergei Skripal, Boris Johnson and "Mad Vlad", 128.16 MB
Thu 15 Mar 2018

With a former Russian double agent in hospital after a suspected nerve agent attack, Neutral Corner examines the contrasting coverage given to the incident by state-owned broadcasters in the United Kingdom and the Russian Federation.

The Wire with Lillian: Wednesday 14th March

 Wednesday Wire Wednesday Wire, 51.99 MB
Wed 14 Mar 2018

On Dear Science with AUT’s Allan Blackman we talk about poisons, measles, and cervical cancer.

We talk to Nicky Hager about the new developments regarding the NZ SAS being involved in a raid in Afghanistan.

Lisa speaks with Otago University Professor William Harris about the Syrian conflict and the escalation of violence in the Eastern Ghouta region.

Nicky Hager on the NZ Defence Force's admission

 Hit and Run Hit and Run, 12.7 MB
Wed 14 Mar 2018

The NZ Defence Force has admitted that they were in fact operating in the area in Afghanistan outlined by the book Hit and Run released last year. The book stated that six civilians, including a three-year-old, were killed and 15 others were injured because of this operation. At the time of release, the defence force stated that they were not operating in that area at all. Lillian Hanly spoke with Nicky Hager, co-author of hit and run to find out more.

William Harris on Syria

 What's happening in Eastern Ghouta? What's happening in Eastern Ghouta?, 17.79 MB
Wed 14 Mar 2018

Producer Lisa Boudet has a report on the evolution of the situation in the Eastern Ghouta region of Syria, which has been the theatre of intense fights between the loyalist forces of Bachar Al Assad’s regime and various rebel groups. Boudet speaks with Otago University Professor William Harris.

Dear Science: Poisons, Measles and Cervical Cancer

 Dear Science Dear Science, 15.36 MB
Wed 14 Mar 2018

On Dear Science with AUT’s Allan Blackman we talk about poisons, measles, and cervical cancer.

Racism and Robots

 Racism and Robots Racism and Robots, 15.76 MB
Mon 12 Mar 2018

Canterbury University's Associate Professor of human interface technology, Christoph Bartneck, has found racism in the production, distribution and consumption of robots. Mary-Margaret asked him about his findings in a report he published alongside international academics.

New Zealand Wars - The First Official Commemoration

 New Zealand Wars - The First Official Commemoration New Zealand Wars - The First Official Commemoration, 26.57 MB
Mon 12 Mar 2018

Ngapuhi hosted the first ever Commemoration of the New Zealand Wars over the weekend. Minister Kelvin Davis, Carmel Sepuloni and Willie Jackson all visited The Bay of Islands for the first day of remembrance. Mary-Margaret spoke to Minister Jackson about how this advancement is necessary.