Music 101 Interviews

Gary Hustwit, director of the new Eno documentary, tells Charlotte how he managed to fit over 500 hours of Brian Eno's personal video footage into a film that explores his relentless creativity. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

After his death earlier this week, we revisit a special 2021 interview with The Chills' Martin Phillipps, where the artist reflects on life's lessons and faces up to not being around forever. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Veteran US singer-songerwriter Rickie Lee Jones spoke to Charlotte Ryan in 2023 about how her neurodiversity feeds her imagination and her music. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Following the release of Glasgow Eyes, Charlotte Ryan speaks to The Jesus and Mary Chain founder Jim Reid about the band's infamous 90s shows and mid-career break up, and what got them back together. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In high anticipation of the new Fontaines D.C album out in August, Charlotte Ryan revisits her 2023 interview with the band's frontman Grian Chatten... and wonders if he is in love? Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Despite some serious challenges, Anna Coddington has created a bilingual album for the dancefloor. She celebrates with Charlotte Ryan. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Florence Welch talks to Charlotte Ryan in 2023 about her struggle with perfectionism and the liberation of live music.  Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

She may be Lorde's little sister but Indy Yelich is making music, and living life on her own terms. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Charlotte Ryan revisits a 2021 chat with Alison Krauss and Robert Plant about the joy and friendship of recording their new album. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Talented local musicians Tiki Taane and Arli Liberman have composed the score for a new feature film Ka Whawhai (fa fai) Tonu - 'Struggle Without End', directed by Michael Jonathan. They share their unique approach to working together, and Tiki's powerful connection to the film. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Ahead of their January 2025 NZ show, we're revisiting a conversation with Idle's frontman Joe Talbot. He's lived through more grief than most of us, yet in his conversation with Charlotte Ryan he's focused on finding love and joy. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

84-year-old DJ Vika is a star of Warsaw nightclubs - she is a hit with young people and also DJs at a weekly senior citizens club. A new documentary follows Vika on her mission to age on her own terms. Director Agnieszka Zwiefka speaks to Charlotte Ryan. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

We’re going back to 2019 when Charlotte Ryan interviewed The 1975 frontman, Matty Healy. The band has blown up since then… due to a famous ex-girlfriend and a lot of good music. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

C. Zukey is a Canadian-born New Zealand alternative musician from Auckland with an incredible, heartbreaking story. His new album Stonefruut is inspired by some intense family experiences over the last few years which he shares with Charlotte Ryan. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Neil Finn shares stories with his old friend Charlotte Ryan about family, lyrics and the new Crowded House album. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Shapeshifter founding members Sam Trevethick and Nick Robinson reflect on the highs and lows of the band's 25 year career. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Dame Hinewehi Mohi has been welcomed into the NZ Music Hall of Fame. She talks to Charlotte Ryan about her remarkable life, and her brave moments that put music in te reo Māori on the world's stage. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In an interview from 2012 Tom Scott speaks to Charlotte Ryan about the influence of nature, spiritual jazz, and new ways of living on the award winning Avantdale Bowling Club album. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Jordan Rakei hasn't lived in New Zealand since he was four years old, but on his new album the NZ music influence is evident. He talks to Charlotte about becoming a father and the work ethic behind the release of his 5th album by age 31. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

It's New Zealand Music Month and we're revisiting an interview with Damon Schwalger, aka The Nomad, who was behind the decks at NZ's famed 90s underground raves and outdoor dance parties. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

The band's Oliver Leupolu and Filiva'a James share the crowd reactions to their first metal gig in Samoa and the influence of church music on their songs. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Delaney Davidson talks honestly about his latest album and how turning 50 has changed his perspective. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Dolly Parton on her first rock album, her love of clothes and the reason she questioned her place in the 'Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Jools and Lynda talk about how cancer treatment has brought greater meaning to their music and reflect on a life of political activism. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Stan Walker shares how parenting has changed his perspective on life, and why his music holds such deep meaning. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details