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The Benefits of Group Therapy w/ Kaaren Mathias: 22nd November, 2023

 The Benefits of Group Therapy w/ Kaaren Mathias: 22nd November, 2023 The Benefits of Group Therapy w/ Kaaren Mathias: 22nd November, 2023, 17.72 MB
Wed 22 Nov 2023

With the mental health system not being able to support many New Zealanders’ mental health needs, experts have proposed alternatives to expensive treatments. One such alternative is group therapy, which experts have said has many benefits, including an increased sense of community between participants, and decreased costs for treatment. 

Olivia spoke to public health physician and Senior Lecturer at the University of Canterbury, Dr Kaaren Mathias, about the importance of group therapy, and where the public can go to access these services.

The Food and Alcohol Lobby w/ Boyd Swinburn: 22nd November, 2023

 The Food and Alcohol Lobby w/ Boyd Swinburn: 22nd November, 2023 The Food and Alcohol Lobby w/ Boyd Swinburn: 22nd November, 2023, 18.32 MB
Wed 22 Nov 2023

Big food and alcohol company lobbying is prevalent in New Zealand. Corporations influence research and policy regarding food and alcohol, which can be disadvantageous for people’s health. 

Experts have criticised this influence, and our lack of lobbying regulations. Olivia spoke to Co-Chair of Health Coalition Aotearoa and Professor at the University of Auckland, Boyd Swinburn, about this issue, and what action he wants the incoming Government to take. 

Homelessness Mitigation Approaches w/ Haehaetu Barrett: 22nd November, 2023

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Wed 22 Nov 2023

Some businesses have proposed the need for tougher laws on people who are homeless, including trespassing people for anti-social behaviour. Organisations have criticised this approach, saying that harsh punishments are not the answer. 

Olivia spoke to Lifewise Chief Executive Officer, Haehaetu Barrett, about these proposed laws, and possible alternatives for mitigating homelessness. 

What’s Up w/ Dr. Shane Reti: November 21, 2023

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Tue 21 Nov 2023

This week for our catchup with Dr Reti, the discussion centred around the National Party’s plans to reinstate prescription fees on medicines.

The plan has come under fire after a survey of pharmacists across Aotearoa showed that a majority were not in favour of reinstating prescription fees.

Respondents to the survey cited better patient accessibility and interaction as reasons to not reinstate the former co-pay system.

Nicholas also asked Dr Reti about Labour Leader Chris Hipkins recent decision to back calls for a ceasefire in Gaza. 

Nicholas began by asking Dr Reti about the reasoning behind reintroducing prescription fees.

The Revival of ta rē Moriori w/ University of Auckland Linguist, John Middleton: November 21, 2023

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Tue 21 Nov 2023

Ta rē Moriori, the language of the Chatham Islands, currently has no native speakers. 

The language went into a dormant state after the last native speaker died in the early 1900s.

However, a collaborative effort led by Hokotehi Moriori Trust and the University of Auckland is seeking to re-awaken the language.

Nicholas spoke to linguist John Middleton from the University of Auckland about the 

He began by asking Mr Middleton about the work that has been done so far.

 

Benefits of removing prescription fees w/ Sir Collin Tukuitonga: November 21, 2023

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Tue 21 Nov 2023

A survey of Pharmacists from around Aotearoa on the impact of fees free prescriptions found that a majority of respondents recognised significant benefits from the removal of copay prescriptions.

The survey found that 92% of pharmacists that responded were able to have longer conversations with patients, and 94% agreed that patients no longer had to choose which medications to leave behind.

A collective of pharmacists who responded to the survey are calling on the National Party to rethink their policy to reintroduce the previous copay system.

Nicholas spoke to Sir Collin Tukuitonga about the National Party’s plan to reinstate prescription fees.

He began by asking him how the previous system worked.

Pet Diabetes Awareness Month w PD Pet Insurance Chief Operating Manager Michelle Le Long: 21 November, 2023

 Pet Diabetes Awareness Month w PD Pet Insurance Chief Operating Manager Michelle Le Long: 21 November, 2023 Pet Diabetes Awareness Month w PD Pet Insurance Chief Operating Manager Michelle Le Long: 21 November, 2023, 15.81 MB
Tue 21 Nov 2023

November is the month of Pet Diabetes Awareness.

With 1 in 4 of all cats and dogs nationally being overweight, it is predicted that 1 in 300 dogs and 1 in 230 cats will suffer from diabetes in their lifetime.

Producer Sofia spoke to Michelle le Long, Chief Operating Officer of PD Pet Insurance about the risks of pet diabetes and how best look after your four legged friend.

The Wire w/ Nicholas: November 21, 2023

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Tue 21 Nov 2023

This week Allan joined the crew to discuss allegations of manipulated data that supported a major stroke trial and important Alzheimer’s research, new research into the factors that influence decisions made by chess players and a new intravenous needle that softens once in the body.

Nicholas caught up with the National Party's Dr Shane Reti about the National Party's plan to reinstate prescription fees and Labour leader Chris Hipkins calling for a ceasefire.

Nicholas also spoke to Sir Collin Tukuitonga about the benefits of not having prescription fees on medicine.

Nicholas also spoke to John Middleton, a linguist who is working to revive the language of the Moriori people.

Producer Sofia talked to Michelle Le Long from PD Pet Insurance about pet diabetes in Aotearoa 

The Wire w/ Rosetta: November 20, 2023

 The Wire w/ Rosetta: November 20, 2023 The Wire w/ Rosetta: November 20, 2023, 108.29 MB
Mon 20 Nov 2023

Thanks for tuning in! E whai akei nei, on the show today:

Rosetta spoke to Auckland central MP Chloe Swarbrick about recent investigations by Waka Kotahi into the Waiheke island ferry route and why she believes the service should be subsidised as public transport. 

Rosetta also spoke to Age Concern Aotearoa Chief Executive Karen Billings-Jensen about the charity’s collaboration with Driving Miss Daisy Aotearoa to produce the resource “Life without a car” for our older population who no longer drive or have access to cars.

For our weekly catch up with the ACT party, Lou spoke with ACT MP Karen Chhour about the coalition updates, funding for the department of conservation as well as ACT’s stance on calling for a ceasefire in Gaza.

She also spoke with Claire Henry from the University of Otago in Wellington about the rise of Endometrial Cancer in New Zealand.

Lou also spoke to Alan Johnson from the Child Poverty Action Group following an open letter to the Government in their role to target the issue of Child Poverty in New Zealand.

Subsidizing Waiheke Ferry Services as Public Transport w/ Chlöe Swarbrick: November 20, 2023

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Mon 20 Nov 2023

Waka Kotahi has recently released a report on the Waiheke Ferry Service, after months of locals calling for the service to be subsidised as public transport. The report recognised the service as integral to the Auckland public transport network, but sighted not enough evidence to justify a need for subsidising the route as public transport. The Ferry route run by Fullers was the only service running regularly between Downtown Auckland and Waiheke Island, until a new company “Island Ferry Direct” launched a route last week. 

Rosetta spoke with Chlöe Swarbrick, Auckland Central MP, about her frustrations with the Waka Kotahi report, and the challenges that Waiheke Island residents are currently facing in regards to the Waiheke Ferry Service. We also spoke about what difference Island Ferry Direct will make as a competitive service with Fullers.