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The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin

News, opinion, analysis, lifestyle and entertainment – we’ve got your Sunday morning listening covered with The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin on Newstalk ZB.

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7:08

Duncan Roy: Interislander General Manager on the next...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/06/22

It's unclear how long the Interislander's Aratere ferry will be out of action. The ferry became grounded near Picton on Friday night - after suffering a steering failure - it was undergoing a freight only voyage. It was successfully refloated last night. Maritime NZ has placed a detention order once the vessel is in the port. Interislander general manager Duncan Roy says the ferry has little damage. "We immediately tested the lower tanks, they were all dry, the ship is watertight - and we're putting

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4:45

Joan's picks: The Spoiled Heart and The Final Diagnosis

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/06/16

The Spoiled Heart by Sunjeev Sahota: Nayan Olak is a union man through and through, who feels his time has come to take on the leadership of Britain’s largest union and is almost guaranteed the job. He’s never recovered from losing his mother and son in a house fire 20 years ago, but a relationship with Helen, a mysterious woman who’s returned to his town with her teenage son after many years away, offers some kind of a future. Nayan though is a man on the edge of a precipice, and he’s about to be

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4:07

Megan Singleton: Bloggeratlarge.com writer on her...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/06/16

Bloggeratlarge's Megan Singleton has been exploring the local wonders found in Wellington. She visited Zealandia Te Māra a Tāne, the famed wildlife sanctuary designed to preserve New Zealand's unique flora and fauna. Read more about Megan's visit to this local attraction - and Wellington's other offerings - here. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:21

The Sunday Panel: Are we having a broad enough...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/06/16

This week on the Sunday Panel, Broadcaster and journalist Wilhelmina Shrimpton and resident economist at Opes Partners Ed McKnight joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the week - and more! Is it ethically fair and reasonable to outsource the risks of mining to other countries, while benefiting from the modern technologies those minerals make possible. Are we having a broad enough discussion about mining? It's been revealed 23 MPs across Parliament are claiming the allowance of

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4:48

Mike van de Elzen: Yoghurt flatbreads with coriander...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/06/16

Yoghurt flatbreads with coriander butter Cook time: 2 minutes Prep time: 10 minutes Serves: 6-8 Bread 350g bread flour 2 tsp baking powder 350g natural yoghurt 1 tsp salt Coriander butter 200 gm unsalted-butter 1 cup fresh coriander, finely chopped 1/2 tsp sea salt 4 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed Add all the bread ingredients together in a bowl and mix with a spoon, then use your hands to pat and bring everything together. Dust a clean work surface with flour, tip out the dough. Knead for a

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4:40

Steve Newall: Flicks.co.nz editor with his picks for...

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2024/06/16

The DocEdge festival is set to capture the attention of film fans across New Zealand over the coming months. In the 19th iteration of the event, audiences throughout the nation can check out the latest offerings in select theatres or online via the Virtual Cinema. Flicks.co.nz editor Steve Newall shares his recommendations. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:51

Dr Michelle Dickinson: nanotechnologist on the new...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/06/16

Remember chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs)? These gases were once widely used as refrigerants in products like refrigerators and air conditioners, and to propel substances like hairspray out of aerosol cans. Recently, CFCs have resurfaced in the news due to a new study examining space debris. CFCs are notorious for damaging the ozone layer, a crucial shield that protects Earth from harmful ultraviolet radiation. Thanks to the 1987 Montreal Protocol, which regulates the use of these gases, the ozone hole

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116:43

Full Show Podcast: 16 June 2024

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/06/16

On the Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin Full Show Podcast for Sunday 16th June 2024: Francesca explores what happens when true crime podcasting goes wrong - when in fact there may not even have been a crime at all - with former True Crime podcaster Emily Nestor and the director of the documentary about her, Chris Kasick. Hollie Smith chats painting nudes and the need to diversify from a struggling music industry. Associate Professor of geology Martin Brook discusses whether it's ethical for New

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14:40

Hollie Smith: Kiwi musician on her experience with...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/06/16

One of New Zealand's biggest musicians, Hollie Smith, has been experimenting with other types of art. Smith has been dabbling in painting, and is showcasing her entry into the world of visual art with her new exhibition ‘It’s Not Music’ at artist FLOX’s gallery in Auckland. She hasn't completely abandoned her music, as she plans to embark on a small venue tour of New Zealand later this month. She says the music scene has slowed down since Covid - and she needed to expand to a new creative

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4:06

Erin O'Hara: Naturopath and wellness expert on the...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/06/15

Saunas have been used for thousands of years to treat pain and reduce stress - but are they actually good for you? Saunas have been linked to improved cardiovascular health, reduced aches from physical activity, and bringing down inflammation. Naturopath and wellness expert Erin O'Hara says saunas have plenty of health benefits - but pregnant and elderly people should consider the risks. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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17:25

Chris Kasick and Emily Nestor: Citizen Sleuth...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/06/15

Several years ago, Appalachian true crime podcaster Emily Nestor created the podcast Mile Marker 181, investigating the mysterious death of local Jaleayah Davis. The podcast attracted millions of listeners, but Emily was confronted with a turn in the story - and faced telling her listeners that there may not be any murder or crime, at all. Emily’s story is the basis for a new documentary, Citizen Sleuth, which is screening as part of this year's DocEdge festival. Director Chris Kasick and Emily

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2:34

Francesca Rudkin: The inquiry has good intentions -...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/06/15

Banking and fuel reviews have been in the news this week, and while it has been all good intentions from the Government - it remains difficult to believe we’ll see any substantial change. Opposition parties will always complain about the number of inquiries or reviews a Government or Crown entity does, but when they come to power they quickly do the same. Either way, it’s hard to get excited about them. This week, the Commerce Commission released its latest analysis on fuel companies and their

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5:44

Jon Nabbs: Kiwi runner aims to run from Bluff to Cape...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/06/15

The Kiwi ultra-runner who managed to work his way through Canada has got his sights set on tackling New Zealand. Earlier this year, Jon Nabbs completed a 305-day, 7351km run across the entire width of Canada, solo and unsupported, to raise money for the Child Cancer Foundation. Nabbs says he expects to complete this endeavour in 35 days, while setting a Guinness World Record in the process. "I'm so chuffed that I've had the energy to do so - it might just seem like a bit of a wally run in a Superman

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6:37

Claire Trevett: NZ Herald political editor on Prime...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/06/15

There's hope the PM's trip to Japan could bring more investment opportunities to New Zealand. Chris Luxon, a high-ranking business delegation, and travelling media left for Tokyo this morning on the Defence Force 757. NZ Herald political editor Claire Trevett says the Prime Minister curated his the delegate list to what he's calling the A-team. "He's taking the heads of Air New Zealand, the ANZ Chair, Rocket Lab, Fonterra, the Super Fund investment people, Xero, Zespri - all the big names." LISTEN

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6:37

Ant Strachan: Former All Black and Gold Sport...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/06/15

The Chiefs and the Blues have secured their spots in next week's Super Rugby final. The Blues blitzed the Brumbies 34-20, and the Chiefs beat out the Hurricanes 30-19 in this weekend's matches. Ahead of the hotly-anticipated Eden Park clash, former All Black and Gold Sport commentator Ant Strachan outlined his predictions. "We'll see two contrasting styles next week - that's what's intriguing for us." LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:40

Martin Brook: geology associate professor on the...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/06/15

The Government's planned efforts to bolster mining efforts have attracted backlash from some voters. Resources Minister Shane Jones recently unveiled a draft strategy for mineral mining - which is currently open for submissions. Geology associate professor Martin Brook says there needs to be a proper 'adult conversation' about the nature of mining. "Where we've got minerals that are required for manufacturing the technology and the products - we should be trying to feed those into the global supply

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3:58

Joan's picks: Southern Man and The Life of Dai

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/06/09

Southern Man by Greg Iles: Greg Iles writes wonderful fiction set in Natchez, Mississippi - and this takes place 15 years after the last book, Natchez Burning. There are malevolent forces at work - a tinderbox of racial tension dividing Natchez and a third party US Presidential candidate with no good ambition on the national stage. Penn Cage - lawyer, former mayor and mainstay of these stories - is desperate to stop the chaos in both his city and his country, as America teeters on the edge of full

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4:25

Megan Singleton: Bloggeratlarge.com writer on the...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/06/09

P&O Cruises revealed the Australian brand will be docked for good come February 2025. The P&O Pacific Explorer, which operates for some months of the year out of New Zealand, is being retired - with refunds on the way for customers. BloggerAtLarge's Megan Singleton explains what the future holds for cruise-based trips. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:20

The Sunday Panel: Does New Zealand need to regulate...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/06/09

This week on the Sunday Panel, ZB host Roman Travers and Chelsea Daniels from The Front Page joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the week - and more! A sperm donor who believed he had no biological children was shocked to discover he had a son on a DNA testing website. Do children have a right to learn who their biological parents are - or do we need to protect the anonymity of sperm donors? Australia has made moves to criminalise non-consensual digitally manipulated sexual

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16:24

Georgia Lines: Kiwi musician on the release of her...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/06/09

Kiwi singer/songwriter Georgia Lines has emerged with her debut album. The Rose of Jericho, featuring lead single Grand Illusion, was released last Friday, to a slew of positive reviews. She says the album was influenced by the hardest times in her life - but she hopes listeners will be able to interpret it in their own way. "I feel like anyone that listens to the record is going to interpret the songs and go - oh, this reflects or puts words to something that's happened in my own life. And I love

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