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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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5:11

Mike Van de Elzen: Mike's herbed yorkshire puddings

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2023/07/30

Mike's herbed Yorkshire puddings Cook time: 30 minutes Prep Time: 10 minutes Serves: 6-8 4 large eggs 150gm plain flour 200ml milk 1/2 tsp seasalt 6 tbsp sunflower oil 1/2 cup flat leaf parsley 1/4 cup fresh rosemary leaves In a large bowl combine the eggs, plain flour, milk and salt. Beat with a whisk until smooth. Finely chop up the herbs and add into the batter. Cover and allow to rest for at least one hour or even better over night. Pre-heat your oven to 230*c. Take a standard muffin

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5:27

Steve Newall: Flicks.co.nz editor on the Emmys being...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2023/07/30

The Emmys are likely to be postponed because of the Hollywood actor and writer strikes. Actors went on strike earlier this month, joining film and television writers who have been on the picket lines since May. This could be the first time the Emmys have been postponed since 2001. Flicks.co.nz editor Steve Newall says no one will write the Emmy's show and actors won't be around to promote it. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:11

Michelle Dickinson: nanotechnologist on new...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2023/07/30

This week, Korean scientists made the claim that they had invented ‘room-temperature ambient-pressure superconductors’ – materials that can transmit electricity with zero resistance meaning we could send electricity around the world through superconductor wires and never lose any of it along the way! Superconductors are not a new thing, and low temperature superconductors have been used for decades. Currently they need to be cooled to very low temperatures (-196 Celsius) to work making them

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10:24

Holly Morris: filmmaker recounts the extraordinary...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2023/07/29

In 2018, a group of women braved the elements to ski to the top of the world. These women from Norway, Saudi Arabia, Iceland, Oman, and England came together to attempt an extraordinary journey- a trip no one else has embarked on since. Filmmaker Holly Morris was alongside the team, and recently turned their experience into a documentary, Exposure. "It was ordinary women from all different parts of the world, parts of the world where there's traditionally been some conflict- adventure and politics

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7:51

Elliott Smith: Newstalk ZB rugby commentator on the...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2023/07/29

The All Blacks have broken the Wallabies spirits once again, wrapping up the Rugby Championship and Bledisloe Cup with a 38-7 win in Melbourne. This victory has locked away the final two pieces of silverware on offer before the World Cup - the Rugby Championship and Bledisloe Cup. Newstalk ZB rugby commentator Elliott Smith says the All Blacks were forced to change their approach and grind for this victory- a strategy that clearly worked. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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5:56

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

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2023/07/29

Tough decisions for Labour, as they put together a List that may only yield a handful of MPs. The Party's putting the finishing touches on its List rankings, which will show the MPs most likely to get into Parliament post-election. Current polling shows Labour's 62-person caucus could drop by a third in October, with the number of List MPs falling from 19 to as few as half a dozen. NZ Herald political editor Claire Trevett says this is set to be a difficult time, as Labour has a massive caucus to

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15:19

Gaynor Wheatley: narrator and contributor for Finding...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2023/07/29

Australian music icon John Farnham’s output was a key presence of the late 80's- and it's now the subject of a documentary. Finding the Voice examines John Farnham’s musical impact and the untold tale of his long, storied career beyond his biggest hit. Gaynor Wheatley, wife of late music manager Glenn Wheatley, is a close personal friend of John’s and features heavily in the documentary. "From plumber to superstar- it took precisely 3 days. I think that's a really interesting story, and to then

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5:03

Dane Dougan: Autism NZ CEO on Eden Park adding a...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2023/07/29

FIFA has announced they will introduce quiet rooms during the 2023 Women's World Cup for fans with sensory processing difficulties. Spectators at Auckland's Eden Park, Sydney's Stadium Australia and Brisbane's Brisbane Stadium will have game-day access to these calming spaces. Autism NZ CEO Dane Dougan says these spaces create a more inclusive and supportive environment. "It's likely that they've thought about our community and those that have trouble with processing noise and sensory processing

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8:57

Todd McClay: Rotorua MP on the skyrocketing police...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2023/07/29

New data reveals there's been a significant spike in police call-outs to five Rotorua emergency housing motels. Stuff reported that emergency call-outs had increased by 917 percent between 2016 and 2021- a figure police admitted paints an 'unattractive picture.' It's also been revealed police declined to provide these figures 18 months ago, citing privacy reasons and commercial interests. Rotorua MP Todd McClay says he's shocked the police tried to hide this information, but many Rotorua residents

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2:29

Francesca Rudkin: Is Grant Robertson being undermined...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2023/07/29

Mike Hosking said something interesting to me on Friday, when I was hosting Early Edition. He told me Labour probably needs Grant Robertson to quit now- because how does a Finance Minister sell something he doesn’t believe in? This is of course a result of the Prime Minister making all the calls on the Labour Government’s tax policies. It may make sense, but can Labour afford to have Robertson, the politician regarded as most likely to succeed Jacinda Ardern if he’d wanted the role, to make a move

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4:59

Joan's Picks: Betrayal and The Art of Winning

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2023/07/23

Betrayal by Lesley Pearse. She’s really good at writing about the lives of women and this is another one about a woman who manages to get herself and her kids away from an abusive husband and starts to rebuild a new life for them all, when tragedy strikes again. Several themes in here to which women in particular will relate. The Art of Winning by Dan Carter. The publisher says that this is ten timeless truths on leadership, purpose and potential - from the unique culture of the All Blacks, and the

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3:41

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

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2023/07/23

Several new AI tools could take the hassle out of creating a full travel itinerary in the future. BloggerAtLarge.com writer Megan Singleton tried out several top rated programs, and confirms AI still has a long way to go before it can help plan out trips. She says they recommended some unique hidden gems in Auckland, but they still lacked necessary regional knowledge. Read more about Megan's experience with AI here. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:32

The Sunday Panel: Should DoC pay civil servants...

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2023/07/23

This week on the Sunday Panel, editor and journalist Jo McCarroll and partner at Freebairn and Hehir Lawyers, Liam Hehir, joined in on discussion about the following issues of the day- and more! The Department of Conservation is paying bonuses of up to $3500 a year for civil servants to boost their Māori language proficiency. Is this the kind of program we should be funding or rewarding? NZ First are gearing up to put themselves back on the ballot, and they're set to launch their campaign for this

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4:13

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

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2023/07/23

It's well known eating a balanced diet, getting enough sleep and exercising regularly are key to protecting health and lifespan. Regular exercise is linked to strengthening of bones, improved mood and reducing the impact of chronic illnesses including cardiovascular disease and diabetes. Naturopath and wellness expert Erin O'Hara says frequent and consistent exercise- between 20 and 40 minute per day- is linked to a longer lifespan. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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4:57

Steve Newall: Flicks.co.nz editor on Barbie and...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2023/07/23

The unlikely duo of Barbie and Oppenheimer have both enjoyed successful opening weekends in theatres. Barbie is projected to earn $150 million, making it the biggest theatrical opening of the year. Oppenheimer stands to earn $77 million, a strong total for a graphic historical drama. Flicks.co.nz editor Steve Newall says Barbie has a wider reach in terms of appeal, and will draw in casual viewers and Barbie fans alike.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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13:52

Dr Roderick Mulgan: Medical expert on his new book...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2023/07/23

Most people know the importance of a functional immune system during these winter months, but one expert researched the issue further. Dr Roderick Mulgan's book, Build Your Immunity for Life: Diet and Lifestyle Choices to Protect against Infection examines the best tips to gain maximum immunity to protect yourself. He says the event of the Covid-19 pandemic inspired his research, as people were suddenly more focused on immunity. "Hopefully, though the worst is behind us, people have a new awareness

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4:52

Dr Joel Rindelaub: Research fellow on new study...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2023/07/22

New research confirms male rhesus monkeys regularly engage in same-sex affection- which gives them a genetic advantage. Researchers found found that these male monkeys tended to father more offspring, suggesting that same-sex sexual behaviour provides a boost when it comes to breeding. Dr Joel Rindelaub says this research addresses the 'historical paradox' regarding the benefits of same-sex interactions in the wild. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:23

Mike Van de Elzen: Tasty pork meatballs with tomato...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2023/07/22

Tasty pork meatballs with tomato and soft polenta Cook time: 40 minutes Prep time: 30 minutes Serves: 6 1 small onion, finely diced 500g pork mince 1 ½ cups grated pumpkin 2 cloves garlic ½ tsp white pepper 1 tbsp Dijon mustard 4 tbsp breadcrumbs 2 tbsp oil 4 tbsp grated parmesan Polenta 1 ltr vege stock 280g quick cook polenta ½ cup finely grated parmesan 200g mascarpone Salt & pepper Tomato sauce 1 large onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, diced 1 tbsp oil

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4:47

Adam Pearse: NZ Herald political reporter on NZ First...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2023/07/22

The election race is set to crank up another gear today. New Zealand First will launch its campaign for this year's election in Auckland this afternoon. NZ Herald political reporter Adam Pearse says NZ First has been underperforming in recent polls, but some are confident they'll reach the 5 percent threshold. "There are people here, people who've been with the party for a long time, people who are higher up in the leadership who are adamant that they are returning. They have ultimate

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16:15

Paul Henry: Former TV breakfast host returns to the...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2023/07/22

Former broadcaster Paul Henry will return to our screens to host a new reality show. Henry, after semi-retiring in 2016, will return to our shores to host New Zealand's version of The Traitors, airing August 7th. He says he was only planning on coming off hiatus if the right project came along- which this project turned out to be. "When I retired, I said I would never again do daily, weekly, or monthly stuff. Never. But if the right project comes along, I'll consider it. That's what's happened

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