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New Ancient Gecko Species w/ Lachie Scarsbrook: January 24, 2023

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Tue 24 Jan 2023

Lachie Scarsbrook talks to Milly on the Tuesday Wire about some exciting new research in the fossil field. Studies so far have revealed an ancient Gecko, being one of the largest in New Zealand. Working alongside Iwi and Hapu Maori, scientists are working thier way through the fossils of New Zealand, using unique DNA techniques. 

Political Polarisation w/ Shane Reti: January 24, 2023

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Tue 24 Jan 2023

Following the resignation of Jacinda Ardern there’s been a great deal of discussion around the vitriol and personal attacks that targeted her online.

One study conducted by University of Auckland researchers found Ardern was the target of 93 percent of toxic posts against seven high profile politicians and officials.

For Casper's weekly chat with National’s Shane Reti, they discussed the level of polarisation and hateful messaging in New Zealand’s political climate.

 

Kawakawa Research w/ Chris Pooks: 24 January, 2023

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Tue 24 Jan 2023

Milly Spoke to Chris Pooks regarding some exciting research into the compounds found in the Kawakawa plant. Many of the compounds have huge medicinal benefits, and Chris talks about a project to create a functional drink from this miraculous plant. 

The Wire w/ Spike: January 23, 2023

 The Wire w/ Spike: January 23, 2023 The Wire w/ Spike: January 23, 2023, 130.44 MB
Mon 23 Jan 2023

Welcome to The Wire for Rāhina Monday!

Spike speaks to:

- Political commentator Russell Brown about Chris Hipkins' ascension to PM and what his leadership could mean for the Labour party

- Casey Spearin from KnowYourStuff about recent drug checking service government funding, and the summer festival season

Arno speaks to:

- Professor Robert MacCulloch on the economic impacts of Ardern's resignation

- Professor Chris Bullen on Ardern's leadership during the pandemic

And on Tomorrow's World:

- Stella speaks to Miriam from the EPA about a new fungi recently cleared for cultivation in New Zealand 

Chris Hipkins as PM w/ Russell Brown: January 23, 2023

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Mon 23 Jan 2023

Spike speaks to political commentator Russell Brown about Chris Hipkins' ascension to PM, and what his leadership could mean for the Labour party.

Drug Testing Service Funding w/ Casey Spearin: January 23, 2023

Drug Testing Service Funding w/ Casey Spearin: January 23, 2023 Drug Testing Service Funding w/ Casey Spearin: January 23, 2023 , 12.82 MB
Mon 23 Jan 2023

Spike speaks to Casey Spearin from KnowYourStuff about recent drug checking service government funding, and the summer festival season.

Tomorrow's World - The Fungi of Immortality w/ Miriam Roberston: January 23, 2023

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Mon 23 Jan 2023

Today on Tomorrow's World, Stella speaks to Miriam Robertson from the EPA about a new fungi known as "the fungi of immortality" recently cleared for cultivation in New Zealand.

Ardern's Pandemic Response w/ Chris Bullen: 23 January, 2023

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Mon 23 Jan 2023

Jacinda Ardern exemplified strong leadership during the early days of the Covid pandemic. She made several tough calls and helped to bring New Zealand to a low mortality rate. 

Arno spoke to Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences professor Chris Bullen, who explained the actions Ardern took and their consequences for New Zealand. 

Arno started off by asking how Ardern accomplished a lower death toll than other contemporary countries for New Zealand. 

Economy post-Ardern w/ Robert MacCulloch: January 23, 2023

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Mon 23 Jan 2023

Jacinda Ardern's resignation understandably would be thought to have some impacts on New Zealand's economy. Arno spoke to Professor Robert MacCulloch from the Faculty of Business and Economics at the University of Auckland to find the extent of these impacts and how the New Zealand economy might be affected under the new leadership of Chris Hipkins. 

 

Arno started off the interview by asking how Ardern's resignation would affect international trade relations.

The Wire w/ Joe: January 20, 2023

 The Wire w/ Joe: January 20, 2023 The Wire w/ Joe: January 20, 2023, 101.27 MB
Fri 20 Jan 2023

This week on the first Rāmere Wire for 2023!

David brings us City Counselling with Shane Henderson, they speak about freedom camping laws.

Daniel looks at The rise of online hate, misogyny and its effects on Jacinda Ardern’s resignation as the Prime Minister. He also speaks with Margaret Stanley about the human impact on wild native bird species in New Zealand and how we can support them. 

Joe looks also looks into Jacinda Ardern’s effect on New Zealand’s international brand and progressive reputation. He also speaks to Barbara Galland from the University of Otago about later school starts helping teens with sleeping problems.

That's us for the Friday Wire!