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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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6:04

Adam Pearse: NZ Herald political reporter ahead of...

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2025/09/06

The bulk of New Zealand First's announcements are expected today for the final day of its annual conference. Party members and supporters have gathered in Palmerston North along with surprise guest Stuart Nash, a former Labour Minister. NZ Herald political reporter Adam Pearse says up to 1000 people are expected for Winston Peters' address this afternoon. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:06

Ant Strachan: former All Black on the Kiwi side...

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2025/09/06

Coach Scott Robertson has praised the All Blacks' response to their bad day in Buenos Aires. The All Blacks have defended their formidable Eden Park record with a 24-17 win over South Africa, led by two first-half tries. Former All Black Ant Strachan says this match was a 'test for the ages'. "It's great for our game, because you want to keep promoting the high-level product, which it is." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:26

Francesca Rudkin: I wish Auckland was vibing as much...

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2025/08/31

So, while we were on a break, I went to Christchurch to see my son for his 19th birthday. It was a fleeting visit. I flew down on a Friday and home on Saturday afternoon, but my goodness – Christchurch turned it on. The weather was stunning, the views of the Alps made you want to drop everything and run for the slopes. People were out-and-about. The city was humming – Friday lunch time around Oxford Terrace and Cashel St was bustling – but in a relaxed way. There are wonderful new precincts filled

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4:25

Whitcoulls Recommends: The Cut Throat Trial and The...

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2025/08/31

The Cut Throat Trial by S.J Fleet. I assume that the author’s name is a pseudonym as they’ve published previous books under the moniker of The Secret Barrister – I believe they’re a practising lawyer who in those books delivered some witty and interesting commentary on the state of the UK justice system. This novel is set in a courtroom, where three teenagers are on trial for the murder of an elderly man. I didn’t know this until I read the book, but a cut throat trial is where there are more than

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4:17

Megan Singleton: BloggerAtLarge.com writer on New...

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2025/08/31

New Orleans was hit hard by Hurricane Katrina 20 years ago, and the damage didn't stop there. The levies around the city broke in the days after the Hurricane, flooding parts of the city and destroying countless buildings. BloggerAtLarge.com writer Megan Singleton has visited the city many times since, and says it's succesful recovery to a vibrant, musical city has been outstanding. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:15

The Sunday Panel: Should the taxpayer cover the legal...

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2025/08/31

This week on the Sunday Panel, Coast Day host Lorna Riley and Senior PR Consultant at One Plus One Communications, Damien Venuto, joined in on a discussion about the issues of the day - and more! Should the taxpayer be covering the Covid inquiry legal costs? It is usual for the crown to cover legal costs of ministers and previous ministers – but should we be covering these costs? And how do we get central Auckland as vibrant and exciting as Christchurch? Is the rest of the country moving ahead

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5:51

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

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2025/08/31

Naturopath and wellness expert Erin O'Hara covers in detail whether we need supplements and are multivitamins good for you? What are some of the supplements that can make a difference? How do we know what we need? How much is needed? Erin breaks it down and gives her advice on what's best for your body. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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15:32

The Beths: Kiwi indie rock band releases 4th studio...

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2025/08/31

Kiwi indie rock band The Beths have released their 4th studio album titled 'Straight Line Was A Lie.' Lead singer Liz Stokes and guitarist Jonathan Pierce joined Francesca Rudkin to discuss their new release. Stokes said that she hit a writers block during the making of this album, which makes it's release even more special. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:09

Mike Van De Elzen: Chef discusses abundance of Asian...

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2025/08/31

Asian greens and Chinese greens are terms used for any number of leafy green vegetables that find their origins in Eastern Asia. These are typically a staple of Asian cooking and have been incorporated into other diets worldwide. Mike Van De Elzen from Good from Scratch joins Francesca Rudkin to discuss the use of Asian Greens in your cooking. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:27

Dr Michelle Dickinson: How does lightning begin?

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2025/08/31

Scientists have debated over two main theories of how lightning starts for years. Some say it's due to a build up of static electricity between particles in clouds, whereas others say cosmic rays are involved in the process. Dr Michelle Dickinson joins Francesca Rudkin to breakdown these two leading theories. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:22

Steve Newall: Flicks.co.nz editor on the new Shayne...

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2025/08/31

The new documentary on musician Shayne Carter titled 'Life in one chord' has been described as one to watch in the cinemas by flicks.co.nz editor Steve Newall. He told Francesca Rudkin that, "the need for volume in a Shayne Carter documentary is very important, and it's also beautifully filmed.' The documentary will be shown in cinemas around New Zealand next week. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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116:48

Full Show Podcast: 31 August 2025

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2025/08/31

On the Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin Full Show Podcast for (DAY DD Month YYYY), a few years ago, author Lee Child walked away from his Jack Reacher series but this week he hints a return might be on the Reacher might be on the cards. Kiwi indie rock band The Beths are having a great run at the moment, lead singer Liz Stokes and guitarist Jonathan Pearce chat about their new album and the bands growing success. There's been an increase in stimulant overdoses, NZ Drug Foundation Executive

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15:44

Lee Child: Author of the Jack Reacher series releases...

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2025/08/30

Since the late 90s Lee Child’s name has been synonymous with Jack Reacher. The books selling over 100 million copies worldwide and Reacher becoming one of the most loved and enduring fictional characters. Lee has now handed over the Reacher series to his brother Andrew but has released his first ever autobiographical collection, giving insight behind the scenes of his novels. He told Francesca Rudkin that he has compiled a series of limited-edition personal introductions and turned them into a

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8:15

Alice Soper: Women's Rugby World Cup enters round 2...

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2025/08/30

The women’s Rugby World Cup has entered round two in England. The Black Ferns face Japan in their second cup match tomorrow morning. Former rugby player Alice Soper is in England for the tournament. She told Francesca Rudkin that the competition has exploded in popularity in recent years. 'The last time England hosted this tournament was in 2010. They had sold 30,000 tickets total to the tournament, and now, It's over 400,000' LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:48

Jamie Ensor: NZ Herald political reporter discusses...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2025/08/30

NZ Herald political reporter Jamie Ensor joins Francesca Rudkin to review this weeks' top local politics stories. Is it normal for the taxpayers to pay for the legal advice the government received during COVID? Will New Zealand follow suit with Australia and remove the Iranian ambassador following recent anti-semitic attacks? And what does the Government's new Business Investor Visa do for foreign investors? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:26

Al Gillespie: Waikato University international law...

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2025/08/30

Donald Trump’s vowing to fight the ruling that many of his imposed trade tariffs are illegal. The US Court of Appeals has ruled Trump went too far when he declared national emergencies to impose the sweeping import tariffs. The tariffs remain in place until mid-October to allow a Supreme Court appeal. Waikato University international law expert Al Gillespie says it's a 50-50 chance whether or not Trump's appeal will be accepted by the Supreme Court. He says that although Trump has a balance that

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6:42

Sarah Helm: New Zealand Drug Foundation Executive...

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2025/08/30

Almost three New Zealanders die from preventable drug overdoses every week. That is twice the number of people that die from drowning. New Zealand Drug Foundation Executive Director Sarah Helm said that the number of overdoses highlights New Zealand's shortcomings on tackling substance abuse. 'We're losing so many New Zealanders to preventable overdose, and we have very little little in place to prevent overdoses' LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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44:33

Episode 15: Timoti te Moke, Dr Rachel Clarke and Bret...

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2025/08/27

In this edition of Great Chats with Francesca Rudkin, we hear the heart-wrenching but uplifting story of Timoti te Moke - who turned his life around and is now a doctor and role model to so many. And Francesca speaks with Dr Rachel Clarke about the fascinating world of organ donation - and the case that sparked interest around the world. Plus we all know Bret McKenzie from Flight of the Conchords fame. But he's gone on to produce music for Hollywood blockbusters and he talks with Francesca about his

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14:12

Kate Burton: actress and daughter of Richard Burton...

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2025/08/10

Richard Burton was a global icon best remembered for his memorable film roles and his passionate - and drama-filled - romance with Elizabeth Taylor, but a new release reveals where it all began. The new biopic Mr Burton will be out in theatres next week and it tells the story of Richard Burton's tumultuous early life - and the school teacher who helped propel him to global stardom. Kate Burton, daughter of Richard Burton and actress in her own right, says many didn't know about her father's early

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14:06

Bret McKenzie: Kiwi musician on the release of his...

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2025/08/10

Kiwi musician and comedian Bret McKenzie, best known for his work with Flight of the Conchords, is set to release his second album next week. Freak Out Cityis a follow-up to his 2022 solo project SongsWithout Jokes. The lead off single is All I Need, and Bret McKenzie says it's inspired by his long-term relationship with his wife, Hannah. "It's funny, when you've been in a relationship that long, there are some days where you love each other more than other days... and on one of those days where

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