ICYMI

We look at why we commemorate Anzac Day and have a closer look at one local war hero. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Dogs and people have been part of each other lives for at least 14 thousand years! But do they really know what you are saying when you tell them what a good dog they are? Listen to our explainer to find out. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

More than half a million Kiwis have dyslexia. People with dyslexia may find it harder to read, but the special way their brain works can give them strengths in other areas. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Join us for a weekly round-up of the news! Plus we learn more about algorithms. We use algorithms every day, some are as simple as tying your shoelaces, and others help power artificial intelligence chat bots. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Electric cars have probably been around a lot longer than you thought. This explainer looks into their history, and how it is hoped they can help reduce the impact cars have on the environment. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

News 2 Me is coming back, but... it's got a new name! News 2 Me is coming back, but ... it's got a new name! Your weekly news podcast is now called In Case You Missed It/ICYMI... because, y'know, we don't want you to miss the things that matter. Otherwise, it's the same combo of the big news of the week plus a rundown that helps you make sense of the news and issues around it....

Crushes, dates and big loving feelings, it's a special one for our final episode of the season. As you get older, you'll begin to develop strong emotions. So what does that feel like and what are the challenges? Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Māori values and traditional customs give us guidelines on appropriate way of doing things. What are the do's and don'ts? Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

How do we deal with the feelings we have when things don't go our way? Learning to cope with disappointment - and honing your resilience - are really important life skills. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Why are people trying to stop possums, rats, ferrets and stoats from weaselling their way into our gardens, forests and mountains? We look at what conservationists, local groups and families are doing to reduce threats to our native species. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Self-made content that goes global is big business. From livestreams to vlogs and TikToks, dancing, singing or cooking - the possibilities are endless. How do people get in on the act? Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

The clocks go forward this weekend, which may mean one less hour of sleep, but also the start of days that stay lighter, later. So why do we have daylight savings? Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Fifty years ago supporters presented a petition to parliament, which led to te reo Māori becoming an official language of Aotearoa. We look at the history of why te reo use fell, and how it has once again been revitalised. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

This time we're looking in depth at climate change, what's causing it, what the consequences are and what we can do to fight it. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

What is non-binary and what does it mean to be transsexual? Trans and gender diverse people can face challenges but one way we can help is by recognising a person's 'pronoun' - such as he, she or they. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

More than 70,000 people have signed a petition for a name change to Aotearoa - and there are those who are more attached to New Zealand. We look at how those names came about and why people feel so strongly about them. What's in a name? Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In the middle of winter bugs, rains and winds, settle down for some laughter therapy... So why is laughter actually good for you? Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

What's the buzz about bees? This week we will have a round-up of the news and in this week's explainer we look at what role bees play in biodiversity. It's World Honey Bee Day next weekend and there's a lot to love about these stinging, buzzy insects. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Place names matter and many Māori place names have great meaning. Let's take a moment to think about those meanings and about why correct pronunciation is so important. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Photoshop, Facetune, airbrushes, filters - there are SO many options for altering and adjusting digital images. But are we editing our appearance too much? And what impact does it have? Photoshop, Facetune, airbrushes, filters - there are SO many options for altering and adjusting digital images. But are we editing our appearance too much? What impact does it have? And whose standards are we tryin...

Do you ever look to the night sky and wonder how vast is space? Space - there's a lot of it out there! The part we live in, the Milky Way, is just one of a billion galaxies. As we begin to explore space, the possibilities for discovery are literally endless! Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

What's good? Howzit? What's up and Churrrr! It's time to get some education on the origins of some 'Choice as' sayings. Here in Aotearoa, we have a long list of slang words and phrases. Slang is usually specific to a certain area, region or country. In fact, you might not even notice that you are using slang and you may be causing confusion for people from overseas! Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz...

Across the world, different countries have different objects, foods, animals and people that have become iconic to them. In New Zealand, we call this Kiwiana. Our icons are made up of all the weird and wonderful quirky things from years gone by that contribute to our nation's pop culture. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Taxes - this episode is all about money, money, money! You may know how your family buys things, but how does the Government pay for what it does? Who pays your teachers and buys the things to build hospitals and roads? Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Mānawatia a Matariki! The first official Māori celebration to be made a public holiday in Aotearoa and we're here to tell you what it's all about. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details