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The Wire with James: March 17, 2021

 The Wire with James: March 17, 2021 The Wire with James: March 17, 2021, 105.77 MB
Wed 17 Mar 2021

This week the Wednesday Wire was jam packed as always, with science, the ACT party and pieces from James and Aneeka.

On Dear Science this week, Allan discusses Ebola, fingerprints and cananabis farms.

This week James talks to Brooke van Velden from the ACT party about Ihumātao and COVID-19 border restrictions.

Aneeka talks to Tabby Beasley from Inside Out about higher rates of Generation Z identifying as part of the LGBTQI+ communit compared to previous generations.

James talks to Paul Tolich from the Internation Transport Workers Federation about a situation on Fiji with a group of seafarers.

Ovarian cancer in Aotearoa w/ Tash (Talk Peach): March 16th, 2021.

 Ovarian cancer in Aotearoa w/ Tash (Talk Peach): March 16th, 2021. , 21.31 MB
Tue 16 Mar 2021

In New Zealand, the five year survival rate for ovarian cancer currently sits at 39%, a figure that has remained largely unchanged since the 1970s. Every 48 hours, a woman in this country dies from this type cancer, making it a significant health crisis in Aotearoa. Lyric Waiwiri-Smith spoke with Tash from gynaecological charity Talk Peach to uncover more on this situation, and discuss what positive change could look like.

Social Media Accessibility for Deaf and Hard of Hearing w/ Daniel Harborne Will: March 16, 2021

 Social Media Accessibility for Deaf and Hard of Hearing w/ Daniel Harborne Will: March 16th, 2021 Social Media Accessibility for Deaf and Hard of Hearing w/ Daniel Harborne Will: March 16th, 2021, 3.81 MB
Tue 16 Mar 2021

Jade talked to Information and Resources team leader of Deaf Aoteroa Daniel Harborne Will via an interpreter discussing barriers that deaf and hard of hearing individuals encounter when accessing information and staying connected on social media platforms. 

The Wire with Karanama: March 16, 2021

 The Wire with Karanama: March 16,2021 The Wire with Karanama: March 16,2021, 102 MB
Tue 16 Mar 2021

Karanama Ruru covers Jemima this week on this banging episode of the Wire

Jemima speaks to Auckland Councils Shane Henderson about the new budget being introduced to the supercity

Lyric chats to Tash from Talk Peach about the "silent crisis in womens health in New Zealand

Karanama talks to Diabetes New Zealands Matira Ropiha, about the worrying rise in type-two diabetes cases around Aotearoa

Last but not least, Jade talks to Information and Resources Team Leader Daniel Harbourne-Will about accessibility barriers to social media platforms for hard-of-hearing individuals

Enjoy!

Shock Jocks in the Media w/ Dr Olivier Jutel; 12 March, 2021

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Fri 12 Mar 2021

Controversial personalities have been in the media for a long time, from Howard Stern to Paul Henry. Recently, however, some of these figures have come under significant scrutiny for offensive comments: John Banks, Sean Plunket and Piers Morgan have all recently either left or been removed from their platforms. Noah Ferguson-Dudding spoke to Dr Olivier Jutel from the University of Otago about where 'shock jocks' stand today.

Dr Dean Knight on New Zealand as a Republic: March 12, 2021

 Dr Dean Knight on New Zealand as a Republic: March 12, 2021 Dr Dean Knight on New Zealand as a Republic: March 12, 2021, 8.81 MB
Fri 12 Mar 2021

Ayana talked to Dr Dean Knight, Associate Professor in the Faculty of Law at Victoria University of Wellington and Constitutional Advisor for NZ Republic, about what it would mean for New Zealand if we ditched the British Soveriegn as our head of state and became a Republic. They discuss what it would look like, the importance of symbolism, and where other constitutional monarchies are sitting with similar decisions right now. 

The East-West Link w/ Matt Lowrie; 12 March, 2021

 The East-West Link w/ Matt Lowrie; 12 March, 2021 The East-West Link w/ Matt Lowrie; 12 March, 2021, 17.07 MB
Fri 12 Mar 2021

The East-West Link road is yet to be built but has already been criticised by a number of groups. Forest and Bird have criticised the proposal for its detrimental effect on the environment. James Tapp spoke to Matt Lowrie from Greater Auckland to learn more.

Terry Johanson on the Colonial Culture of the NZDF: Mach 12, 2021

 Terry Johanson on the Colonial Culture of the NZDF: Mach 12, 2021 Terry Johanson on the Colonial Culture of the NZDF: Mach 12, 2021, 10.27 MB
Fri 12 Mar 2021

Ayana talked to Terry Johanson, Massey University Lecurer from the Centre of Defence and Security Studies, about the dichotomy between the NZDF more colonial day to day life and modern Aotearoa. They talked about the role of tradition and ceremony, and how the NZDF has a mix of a very strong Maori culture and a very strong colonial British culture.

The Wire with Ayana: March 12, 2021

 The Wire with Ayana: March 12, 2021 The Wire with Ayana: March 12, 2021, 100.36 MB
Fri 12 Mar 2021

New Host Ayana tackles her first Friday Wire with Producer Noah!

First, Ayana talks with Dr Dean Knight, Consitutional Advisor for NZ Republic, about what New Zealand would look like as a Republic and the importance of symbolism. 

Next, Ayana explores the dichotomy of the colonial structure of the NZDF and modern Aotearoa with Massy Centre of Defence and Security Studies Lecturer Terry Johanson.

Then Noah talks to Dr Olivier Jutel from the University of Otago about the role of 'shock jocks' in our media, their value, and how the public reacts to them. 

Finally, James talks to Matt Lowrie from Great Auckland about the controversial East-West link road and the environmental and economic impact. 

 

Whakarongo mai!  

The Thursday Wire: 11th March 2021

 The Thursday Wire: 11th March 2021 The Thursday Wire: 11th March 2021, 95.35 MB
Thu 11 Mar 2021

This week on the Thursday Wire, Bronwyn covers for Justin in a jam-packed episode featuring: 

Minister Andrew Little talking about the Initial Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission report, the National Party Board’s review into the 2020 election, and commemorations and policy action ahead of the 2-year anniversary of the Christchurch terror attacks;

Aneeka speaks to Manu Kahlon from Merge cafe on Karangahape Road about the help they need to continue supporting the homeless community;

Neighbourhood Watch's Zoe Kounadis from Radio Adelaide about a possible case of COVID-19 spread through wastewater, and an update on the allegations of sexual assault against Attorney General Christian Porter;

In a brand new segment, George chats with with the Auckland University Students Association, Anamika Harirajh;

And Bronwyn interviews her sister, Maya Wilde, about how zebrafish jamming to MC Hammer’s "Can’t Touch This" can help us understand the auditory system in people with Autism Spectrum Disorder.