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Microplastic in Antarctica w/ Dr. Holly Winton: June 9, 2022

 Microplastic in Antarctica w/ Dr. Holly Winton: June 9, 2022 Holly Winton: June 9, 2022, 15.63 MB
Thu 9 Jun 2022

In a world-first, a New Zealand study has confirmed microplastics are present in Antarctica’s Ross Island region. Kiwi researchers analysed fresh snow from 19 sites, finding an average concentration of 29 microplastic particles per litre of melted snow. These microplastics most likely come from plastic products used at local scientific research stations, however, this team’s modelling also suggests their origin could have been up to 6,000 km away.

Joe spoke to Dr Holly Winton, a Research Fellow in Antarctic ice core climatology from the Antarctic Research Centre, Victoria University of Wellington, on the matter.

 

What's Next for Boris Johnson? w/ Dr. Neal Curtis: June 9, 2022

 What's Next for Boris Johnson? w/ Dr. Neal Curtis: June 9, 2022 Neal Curtis: June 9, 2022, 24.15 MB
Thu 9 Jun 2022

On Tuesday, UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson survived a vote of no confidence from his Conservative Party colleagues with a margin of 211 votes to 148. 

Former Tory leaders Margaret Thatcher, John Major and Theresa May have in the past survived no-confidence votes, only either to step down shortly thereafter, or suffer defeat in the next general election.

To find out what this could mean for the future of both Boris Johnson and the Tory party, Emilia Sullivan spoke to Associate Professor Neal Curtis.

The Wire w/ Joe: June 9, 2022

 The Wire w/ Joe: June 9, 2022 The Wire w/ Joe: June 9, 2022, 111.99 MB
Thu 9 Jun 2022

This week on The Wire for Rāpare Thursday!

Tuva’a speaks to Labour Party’s Andrew Little about the selection of the Hauora Maori Advisory Board, Hauora Healthy Futures Bill and COVID-19 booster access for vulnerable groups. 

Joe will speaking to Dr Holly Winton about the first microplastics being found in Antarctica, he’ll also be speaking to SAFE For Animals & A Dairy Farmer about the He Waka Eke Noa Emissions Pricing Plan

Emilia talks to Dr. Neal Curtis about what’s next for Boris Johnson after surviving a no-confidence vote, and she also speaks to Associate Professor Fiona Hutton from Victoria University about why medicinal cannabis is still out of reach for many despite being legal.

That's us for the Thursday Wire!

Active Transport w/ Dr Lee Beattie

 Active Transport w/ Dr Lee Beattie Active Transport w/ Dr Lee Beattie, 31.04 MB
Wed 8 Jun 2022

A recently published paper titled 'Equity and other effects of a program facilitating and promoting active travel', investigated the implementation of walking and cycling infrastructure and run programs to promote and normalise active travel. Stella spoke with Dr Lee Beattie about the results, and what we can do with them. 

The Wire w/ Stella 8 June

 The Wire w/ Stella 8 June The Wire w/ Stella 8 June, 127.08 MB
Wed 8 Jun 2022

Welcome back to the Wednesday Wire! This week:

Stella speaks to Dr Lucy Stewart about the state of the scientific research ecosystem in Aotearoa.

Trishil celebrates World Ocean Day by speaking to Associate Professor Travis Horton from the University of Canterbury about his research into Ocean protection with the use of satellite and drone technology.

Alex speaks with ACT party deputy leader Brooke Van Velden about the Government’s new Rural Health Strategy and ACT’s Housing Infrastructure Bill. 

Stella speaks to Dr Lee Beattie about the walkability of towns in Aotearoa and the positive outcomes that can be achieved with programmes for active transport.

The Research Ecosystem w/ Dr Lucy Stewart

 The Research Ecosystem w/ Dr Lucy Stewart The Research Ecosystem w/ Dr Lucy Stewart, 21.11 MB
Wed 8 Jun 2022

Science has proven to be a key part of how Aotearoa’s society functions, but its importance isn’t reflected in the amount of funding allocated to research. Stella spoke with Dr Lucy Stewart, senior scientist and co-president of the New Zealand Association of Scientists about the recent budget's allocation of funding to research, and the intricacies of the research system.

Rural Health and Housing Infrastructure w/ ACT's Brooke van Velden: June 8th 2022

 Rural Health and Housing Infrastructure w/ ACT's Brooke van Velden: June 8th 2022 Rural Health and Housing Infrastructure w/ ACT's Brooke van Velden: June 8th 2022, 23.15 MB
Wed 8 Jun 2022

Alex speaks with ACT party deputy leader Brooke Van Velden about the Government’s new Rural Health Strategy and ACT’s Housing Infrastructure Bill. 

Ocean Satellite Imaging w/Associate Professor Travis Horton

 Ocean Satellite Imaging with Associate Professor Travis Horton Ocean Satellite Imaging with Associate Professor Travis Horton, 24.22 MB
Wed 8 Jun 2022

It's World Ocean Day! To celebrate, the vast and expansive Ocean, Trishil speaks to Associate Professor Travis Horton from the University of Canterbury about his research into Ocean protection with the use of satellite and drone technology. 

We cover the technology, funding, and ocean acidification

Gun culture and control in the US: June 7, 2022

 Gun culture and control in the US: June 7, 2022 Gun culture and control in the US: June 7, 2022, 13.91 MB
Tue 7 Jun 2022

In the wake of multiple deadly mass shootings in the United States, Christina did some research on the gun culture deeply entrenched in US society, as well as the political reluctance to introduce stricter gun legislation. Here is her report.

Graffiti in Auckland w/ CAPO, Dr Reuben Woods and Shane Henderson: June 7, 2022

 Graffiti in Auckland w/ CAPO, Dr Ruben Woods and Shane Henderson: June 7th 2022 Graffiti in Auckland w/ CAPO, Dr Ruben Woods and Shane Henderson: June 7th 2022, 33.12 MB
Tue 7 Jun 2022

In the past few months, following Auckland's long lockdowns, residents saw a boom in graffiti on public structures.  

This has led to a lot of discussion about the artform, and its place in the cultural zeitgeist.

While everyone from artists to politicians to locals agree that graffiti on private residential property is vandalism, the conversation of painting on public structures like bridges and trains has been more divided.

Jack Horsnell spoke with Graffiti artist, CAPO, street art expert, Dr Reuben Woods and Auckland Councillor Shane Henderson to understand why this discussion is taking place.