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The Wire with Zazi and Frances: July 21, 2021

 The Wire with Frances & Zazi: July 21, 2021 The Wire with Frances & Zazi: July 21, 2021, 99.11 MB
Wed 21 Jul 2021

On the Wire this Wednesday, Frances and Zazi had their regular Dear Science segment with Allan Blackman, talking about Neuroprosthesis restoring words to man with paralysis, how the human body size is shaped by climate and new footage marking the anniversary of Oregon's infamous exploding whale incident of 1970

Frances talks to Laurie Paterson, one of the national conveners of the Groundswell farmers protests on Friday last week, and to Dr Melani Anae about the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Abuse in Care Pasific hearing. 

Zazi has her regular talk with ACT’s Brooke van Velden, this week about the Public Interest Journalism Fund, and she also speaks with Manager and Chief Technology Officer of Netsafe, Sean Lyons, about the risks of cyber crime, and scamming in particular.

Pacific Hearing for Abuse in Care w/ Dr Melani Anae: July 21, 2021

 Pacific Hearing for Abuse in Care w/ Dr Melani Anae: July 21, 2021 Pacific Hearing for Abuse in Care w/ Dr Melani Anae: July 21, 2021, 11.33 MB
Wed 21 Jul 2021

This month the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Abuse in Care is holding its first Pacific public hearing. Frances Wright spoke with associate professor at the University of Auckland, Dr Melani Anae, about her thoughts on the hearing; what it means for healing for Pasifika people and why it has taken so long.

ACT's Brooke van Velden on Paul Goulter's Appointment and the Public Interest Journalism Fund (PIJF): July 21, 2021.

 ACT's Brooke van Velden on Paul Goulter's Appointment and the Public Interest Journalism Fund (PIJF): July 21, 2021. , 36.11 MB
Wed 21 Jul 2021

This week Zazi talks to Brooke about Paul Goulter's appoitnment and the Public Interest Journalism Fund (PIJF). 

Zazi starts by asking Brooke why the ACT party has an issue with Paul Goulter being appointed as one of the new directors on the Air New Zealand board. She brings up Grant Robertson, Labour's relationship with unionists, and Paul Goulter's merits.

Brooke then covers ACT's stance on why the party has concerns over the government funding news outlets and journalism. 

The Future of Farming: July 20, 2021

 The Future of Farming: July 20, 2021 The Future of Farming: July 20, 2021, 10.36 MB
Tue 20 Jul 2021

Kia ora Earthlings! This week Stella Huggins and Isla Christensen talk about the future of farming with Molly Alton. Molly has a unique perspective as she works with the Hawke's Bay Regional Council as a regulator whilst living on a farm. They chat about the recent farming protests, the future of exports and the possibilities of genetic engineering.

Demand the Debate and the Kahukura Rehab Programme w/ Debbie Ngarewa-Packer: July 22, 2021

 Demand the Debate and the Kahukura Rehab Programme w/ Debbie Ngarewa-Packer: July 22, 2021 Demand the Debate and the Kahukura Rehab Programme w/ Debbie Ngarewa-Packer: July 22, 2021, 14.55 MB
Tue 20 Jul 2021

News and Editorial Director Jemima Huston speaks with Te Pāti Māori co-leader Debbie Ngarewa-Packer about the National Party’s Demand the Debate Campaign. They discuss Judith Collins' critique that He Puapua is a radical interpretation of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, the use of the term 'seperatism' in political discourse and Debbie's perspective on how unified the National Party is currently. Jemima and Debbie also touch on the $2.75 million in government funding put into a marae-based drug rehabilitation programme, Kahuhura, which has links with the Mongrel Mob. 

South Island Floods and Climate Change w/ Professor Asaad Shamseldin: July 20, 2021

 South Island Floods and Climate Change w/ Professor Asaad Shamseldin: July 20, 2021 South Island Floods and Climate Change w/ Professor Asaad Shamseldin: July 20, 2021, 8.04 MB
Tue 20 Jul 2021

Joe briefly speaks with Professor Asaad Shamseldin, from the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Auckland, about the recent extreme weather conditions, which have left hundreds displaced from their homes along the South Islands West Coast, and how it relates to climate change.

Animal Welfare in Rodeos w/ Debra Ashton: July 20, 2021

 Animal Welfare in Rodeos w/ Debra Ashton: July 20, 2021 Animal Welfare in Rodeos w/ Debra Ashton: July 20, 2021, 14.13 MB
Tue 20 Jul 2021

New producer, Joe, talks to the CEO of animal welfare group SAFE, Debra Ashton, about their recent decision to take the government to court over their failure to ban rodeos.

The Wire with Jessica: July 19, 2021

 The Wire with Jessica: July 19, 2021 The Wire with Jessica: July 19, 2021, 67.55 MB
Mon 19 Jul 2021

On the Monday Wire, Jessica Hopkins talked to Green Party Co-leader James Shaw about the farmers protest against the Ute Tax and recent environmental regulations, and 35 years of homosexual law reform in New Zealand. 

Jessica also be spoke to Associate Professor Susan Fountaine about the gender gap in news.

Producer Louis Macalister brings you an interview with the Police Association's President, Chris Cahill on Police demands for better protection for officers.

Louis was joined by Samoa Observer journalist James Robertson to discuss the recent developments Post-election in Samoa.

Lastly, Louis had one more piece, talking to Dr Lisa Reynolds from the University of Auckland about LSD microdosing for cancer patients. 

Increased Police Protections w/ Chris Cahill: July 19th, 2021

 Increased Police Protections w/ Chris Cahill: July 19th, 2021 Increased Police Protections w/ Chris Cahill: July 19th, 2021, 23.37 MB
Mon 19 Jul 2021

The New Zealand Police Association have called for better protections for officers, including faster access to firearms and working in pairs. This has come after violence, in particular from firearms, towards officers has increased in recent years. 

Louis spoke the President of the Police Association Chris Cahill about the demands and why police deem these necessary. 

LSD Micro-Dosing for Cancer Patients w/ Dr Lisa Reynolds: July 19, 2021

 LSD Micro-Dosing for Cancer Patients w/ Dr Lisa Reynolds: July 19, 2021 LSD Micro-Dosing for Cancer Patients w/ Dr Lisa Reynolds: July 19, 2021, 21.86 MB
Mon 19 Jul 2021

Researchers at the University of Auckland are preparing a study into the the mental health impacts of LSD micro-dosing on late stage cancer patients. 

Louis spoke to the project's lead researcher, Dr Lisa Reynolds about micro-dosing and why there is such limited information on its impacts.