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Sessions in session

 Sessions in session Sessions in session, 10.62 MB
Wed 14 Jun 2017

Following James Comey’s testimony last week to the Senate Intelligence Committee about Russian interference in the US election, Attorney General Jeff Sessions was grilled in his live-streamed testimony earlier this morning. But what actually went down this morning, and did Sessions’ answers all stack up? My producer Will has the story.

The controversial arguments around euthanasia

The controversial arguments around euthanasia The controversial arguments around euthanasia , 7.21 MB
Wed 14 Jun 2017

A new bill has been opened up for debate in parliament - one which has flared opinions and emotions. If passed, it would see euthanasia legalised here in New Zealand. Producer Adam Jacobson investigates the arguments surrounding the debate.

The Wire with Ximena: Wednesday June 14, 2017

 The Wire with Ximena: Wednesday June 14, 2017 The Wire with Ximena: Wednesday June 14, 2017, 87.01 MB
Wed 14 Jun 2017

This week, Ximena, Will & Adam look at the controversial euthanasia debate and analyse what went down during  Attorney General Jeff Sessions’ testimony before the Senate Intelligence Committee this morning. NZ First’s Tracey Martin and AUT’s Allan Blackman also join us for their weekly Wednesday segments.

Taking a breather on immigration

Taking a breather on immigration Taking a breather on immigration , 26.66 MB
Tue 13 Jun 2017

The Labour party have announced a new immigration policy which they say will reduce the pressure on our cities, while ensuring we get the skilled workers our country needs. The policy will target mainly students in low-level education courses who attempt to remain in New Zealand following their study. Labour says the policy will see net migration decrease to 20,000-30,000 per year in what they are labeling a breather on immigration. Reporter Sam Smith spoke to Labour leader Andrew Little about the new policy and got reaction from political commentator Bryce Edwards. 

NZ aid revealed to have been sent to North Korea

 NZ aid revealed to have been sent to North Korea NZ aid revealed to have been sent to North Korea, 5.37 MB
Tue 13 Jun 2017

It’s been revealed New Zealand sent over $200,000 towards North Korea aid until it was cut off last year. We talk to the Taxpayers Union, the group behind the revelations, about their claims that this was a waste of expenditure.

Research reveals increasing rates of elder abuse

Research reveals increasing rates of elder abuse Research reveals increasing rates of elder abuse , 25.94 MB
Tue 13 Jun 2017

As elder abuse awareness week approaches new research into aged residential care is being released. Our reporter Katie Doyle spoke to Doctor Polly Yeung from Massey University about her new study into residential care in New Zealand, abuse and the upcoming release of a national care indicators programme which will help to protect elderly people in New Zealand.

 

The Wire with Mack: Tuesday June 13, 2017

 The Wire with Mack: Tuesday June 13, 2017 The Wire with Mack: Tuesday June 13, 2017, 112.14 MB
Tue 13 Jun 2017

Check out the full podcast for this week's Tuesday show, where we speak to Labour leader Andrew Little, political commentator Bryce Edwards and Māori Party co-leader Marama Fox about Labour's new immigration policy, the Taxpayers Union's Jordan Williams about his claims New Zealand wasted aid money which was sent to North Korea, Auckland artist Zoe James about her painting using menstrual blood to raise awareness, and more. 

Menstrual art for a cause

Menstrual art for a cause Menstrual art for a cause , 10.65 MB
Tue 13 Jun 2017

Auckland artist Zoe James is making waves with her new painting, created using menstrual blood. The piece named “An Expensive Habit” is a political statement against the controversial ‘tampon tax’ which sees female sanitary items sold as luxury items rather than basic necessities. Katie Doyle spoke to Zoe about her work and an upcoming event to raise awareness about how the tax affects women who are struggling financially. 

 

UN calls for Afghan inquiry

 UN calls for Afghan inquiry UN calls for Afghan inquiry, 13.07 MB
Mon 12 Jun 2017

After the publication of Hit and Run by investigative journalists Nicky Hager and Jon Stephenson, various calls were made for an inquiry. Now, the United Nations Committee Against Torture has joined them, asking the New Zealand government to "please indicate what measures the state party has put in place to ensure that all allegations relating to 'Operation Burnham' will be fully investigated and addressed."

For more, bfm Producer Kelly spoke with Amnesty International's Sarah Agnew, and asked her how these latest developments unfolded.

 

A wet house for Wellington's homeless

 A wet house for Wellington's homeless A wet house for Wellington's homeless, 13 MB
Mon 12 Jun 2017

The Wellington City Council and other partners are set to open the first wet house in New Zealand where homeless people suffering from alcohol addiction will be allowed to consume alcohol in a safe permanent shelter whilst undergoing rehab. 95bFM Producer Reuben McLaren speaks with Director of Wellington DCM (Downtown Community Ministry) Stephanie McIntyre about the project.