Saturday Morning with Jack Tame

Singer-songwriter Theia has risen the ranks to become a powerhouse Kiwi artist.  You might also recognise her name in connection to TE KAAHU.  With overseas travel plans side-tracked by Covid, the singer poured her energy into composing songs in te reo Māori   and released a full album to rave reviews both here and around the world.   Theia is back this year with new music and has just released a...

With crunch and crispiness, hits of sweet, sour and heat all mingling in each mouthful, this salad is incredible!   Serves 4-6   2 tbsps cooking oil 4 red chillis, de-seeded ½ red onion, chopped fine 1 small handful coriander, leaves and root 2 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped 3 tbsps oil ½ cup brown sugar 2-3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar 4 cups cubed watermelon ½ telegraph cucumber, peeled an...

Shotgun Wedding (Prime Video)    Darcy and Tom gather their families for a destination wedding, but the ceremony gets put on hold when gunmen take everyone hostage. Now, they must do everything they can to save their loved ones, if they don't wind up killing each other first.   Knock at the Cabin (cinema)   While vacationing at a remote cabin, a young girl and her parents are taken hostage by four...

Kevin Milne has drawn some comparisons between Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown and former Prime Minister, Robert Muldoon, saying they are both brash, and both come with a dislike of journalists. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We came around a corner and he was lying there, dead. A white rhinoceros, transformed from his trotting magnificence into a big grey heap. The bullet wound in his side was fresh. The blood had poured out of him but clearly he’d stayed upright for a bit before falling into the dirt. And as he lay there before us, turning to rot in the summer heat, that beautiful creature suffered one final indignit...

Auckland Airport's domestic terminal is back up and running. The International terminal is set to start departures from 5pm, but that's set to be confirmed shortly. International arrivals will start after 4am tomorrow. Auckland Airport Chief Executive Carrie Hurihanganui told Tim Beveridge flooding from nearby areas eventually made its way into the terminals last night. LISTEN ABOVE   See omnystud...

Two people have died and two are missing after raging floodwaters and slips caused by an unprecedented deluge of rain across Auckland. The city is in a state of emergency after the downpour caused widespread flooding, slips, road closures and travel disruptions. Auckland Emergency Management Duty Controller Andrew Clark told Tim Beveridge the situation has stabilised significantly since late last...

MetService meteorologist Dan Corrigan told Tim Beveridge says Auckland saw 71 millimetres worth of rain between seven and eight pm last night. He says they classify heavy rain as 6 millimetres an hour. LISTEN ABOVE     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two people remain unaccounted for after Auckland was clobbered by torrential rain. A man is missing after being swept away in floodwaters just after 10pm in Onewhero -- a second person is missing after a landslide bought down a house in Remuera. Meanwhile Police say two bodies were found on the North Shore overnight. One man was found dead in a flooded culvert in Wairau Valley, the other in a floo...

Band of brothers COTERIE (Tyler, Josh, Brandford and Conrad Fisher) have created the soundtrack track of the summer with their self-titled debut album set for release on December 9.   14 fresh tracks featuring their breakout Platinum single Cool It Down (#1 Airplay, #1 Shazam), Killin’ It Off and West Coast Drive. Immersed in West Coast surf and art culture, the band have developed a blend of soul...

Catherine Raynes has been reading Prince Harry's memoir  Spare and The Hemsworth Effect by James Weir.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kaua'i has some beautiful and distinctive features, and according to Mike Yardley, it's a wonderful holiday destination.  For more tips on tripping the delights of Kaua'i, Mike's article here .   LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Many kiwis are tight on funds at the moment, but Kate Hall has a few tips so they can make sustainable choices will keeping to their budgets.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ruud Kleinpaste joined Francesca after his trip to Hawai'i to chat about the islands' biodiversity, and the threats the ecosystems face. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The sweetness of nectarine and the richness of extra virgin olive oil makes this the most wonderful summer cake. Serve it warm for dessert with a scoop of vanilla ice cream with a drizzle of fruity olive oil and a sprinkle of sea salt.   LISTEN ABOVE   RECIPE Makes one 20 cm cake   3-4 ripe nectarines, sliced   1 cup extra virgin olive oil   1/2 cup + 2 tbsps extra sugar   2 large eggs   1 tablesp...

Doctor Bryan Betty joined Francesca to chat about health and Atrial Fibrillation: what it is, its symptoms, and how to deal with it.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Chief of Staff for Labour, Neale Jones joined Francesca to chat about Chris Hipkins and his nomination for Prime Minister. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark Manson, bestselling author of Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck joined Francesca to chat about making his book into a movie and filming it in NZ. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

M3GAN: A young girl is given a prototype AI, programmed to be a child’s companion and a parents ally. M3GAN can listen, watch, and learn, for better or for worse. The Menu: Hawthorn is an exclusive dining experience operated by celebrity Chef Julian Slowik, and the diners of the night are in for an unmatchable and unforgettable experience. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor...

On Tuesday, Kevin did something he never thought he'd do and picked up a brand new car. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Until Thursday, I would have described 2023, all 19 days of it, as been all about extreme weather, Harry and Meghan’s attempt to burn down the House of Windsor, and potholes. But nothing gets a newsroom going like a surprise resignation of a Prime Minister. Who would have thought one of our most popular Prime Ministers would join the great resignation trend. I was both shocked, and somehow not sur...

Catherine Raynes lists her best reads of 2022. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Estelle Clifford takes Jack Tame through her top listens of 2022. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the holiday season dawns, the great New Zealand summer calendar is adorned with some sure-fire hits to add some extra zing to your holiday. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Catherine Raynes lists her best reads of 2022. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.