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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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Full Show Podcast: 19 April 2026

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2026/04/19

On the Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin Full Show Podcast for Sunday 19 April 2026, today in 1943, Sergeant Haane Manahi changed the course of World War II in North America. A film has been made about his heroic efforts, director Tearepa Kahi and lead actor Alex Tarrant tell Francesca talk about the little known soldier and why they wanted to tell his story. South African born Kiwi artists Tusekah is on the rise, she joins Francesca in studio for a live performance of her latest single 'Lay Me

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6:14

Erin O'Hara: naturopath and wellness expert reveals...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2026/04/19

The standard 'dad bod' is characterised by increased abdominal fat and reduced muscle definition - and one expert has issued a warning about it. These changes typically happen due to a combination of lifestyle changes, metabolic shifts, and hormonal changes after becoming a father. Naturopath and wellness expert Erin O'Hara reveals how you can can improve your health and avoid the related issues. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:54

Mike van de Elzen: Oma's apple and rhubarb tart

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2026/04/19

Oma's apple and rhubarb tart Cook time: 40 minutes Prep time: 25 minutes Serves: 6 300gm self raising flour, sifted 100gm brown sugar 1 tsp vanilla paste Pinch salt 150gm butter 1 egg, beaten Plain flour for rolling Filling 1 cup raisins 3 tbsp brandy 4 tbsp warm water 3 apples 2 stalks rhubarb, peeled and diced juice of ½ lemon 3 tbsp brown sugar ½ tsp cinnamon 1 tbsp icing sugar Pre-heat a oven to 180 degrees. Combine flour, sugar, vanilla and salt. Cut butter into small cubes and

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2:57

Dr Michelle Dickinson: nanotechnologist on how to...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2026/04/19

French fries are one of the world’s most beloved comfort foods, crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and hard to resist. But there’s a catch, they’re also packed with oil, which adds extra calories and is linked to health issues like obesity and high blood pressure. New research published in the Journal of Food Science has found a way to enjoy fries with less guilt, without sacrificing the taste and texture people love. To make the perfect - and healthy - French fry, hybrid cooking which

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4:22

Lorna Riley: entertainment correspondent on the 2026...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2026/04/18

Phil Collins, Iron Maiden, Billy Idol, Queen Latifah, Oasis, Sade and Joy Division/New Order will be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, alongside first-time nominees Wu-Tang Clan and the late Luther Vandross. The nominees were voted on by more than 1,200 artists, historians and music industry professionals. Entertainment correspondent Lorna Riley recapped the full list - including the nominees who didn't make the cut this time round. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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5:39

Ethan Griffiths: Newstalk ZB political reporter on...

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2026/04/18

Another disappointing showing in the polls has raised questions over Luxon's future as a leader. Multiple sources within the party have told our newsroom there's significant discontent with Chris Luxon's performance, coming close to boiling point before Easter. Newstalk ZB political reporter Ethan Griffiths says these rumblings have been and gone, but the growing discussions show he doesn't have the numbers in caucus. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:38

Jules Moore: gold medalist at the Shenzhen Flower...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2026/04/18

Kiwi Jules Moore has claimed another international victory - in the world of gardening. Moore won gold and Best Feature Garden at the Shenzhen Flower Show, with a whopping 2.1 million people viewing her garden. She says it was an honour even being invited to the event, given the strict criteria to get in. "I got the invitation around July, and I was asked to do something that reflected New Zealand and their country, China. A bit of a merge, if you like. So I started thinking - what are we really

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5:25

Shamubeel Eaqub: Simplicity chief economist on the...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2026/04/18

KiwiSaver hardship withdrawals have spiked to their highest in a decade last month, amid rising fuel prices. According to the IRD, more than 5600 people withdrew their savings due to financial hardship - the second-highest amount ever since August 2016. Over 49 million dollars was withdrawn, a 12.6 percent increase from March last year. Simplicity chief economist Shamubeel Eaqub says the cost of living crisis, and the recent spike in job losses and business closures have all cumulated into the

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8:22

Geoffrey Miller: geopolitical analyst on whether Iran...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2026/04/18

It is believed talks are set to begin in the coming days as pressure mounts on the US and Iran to reach a lasting ceasefire. A ceasefire is in place in the region until Wednesday local time - with delegates expected to be meeting in Pakistan. President Donald Trump says he may not extend the ceasefire if a deal isn't reached and they take hold of Iran's enriched uranium. Iranian officials rejects claims its already agreed to handover uranium and are making demands like sanction relief and getting

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3:38

Francesca Rudkin: You'd be a mug to not use AI by now

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2026/04/18

So, this week I’m making a flying visit to Christchurch to help my son buy a car. It’s taken a couple of months to find a part time job to support himself while studying, but he’s got one, and while he’s been making the most of public transport over the last year, with this job it would be much easier to have a car. I know, it’s not great timing. He’ll only be able to afford to drive to and from work. But still, the search for a car began. We had pretty simple parameters when it came to age, km’s

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11:54

Greg Johnson: Kiwi singer-songwriter celebrates...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2026/04/12

Kiwi singer-songwriter Greg Johnson is celebrating his 60th birthday with a career-spanning national tour. His new upcoming album Somenight, Somewhere is out this October, but the tour will cover decades of hits from over the course of his career. He says he's been reflecting on his career over the years, and he's learned a lot about his own creative abilities. "There's a consistent thing I've come to understand about myself, and that is that the one constant I've had ever since I can absolutely

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14:46

David Lomas: famed TV investigator on his latest...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2026/04/12

TV investigator David Lomas is set to discover more answers and reunite families in his new local documentary series. David Lomas Breakthrough involves the investigative reporter going to great lengths - and often great distances - to find family members who've have lost touch with a particular blood relative. Ahead of the series debuting on Three, he explained he's lost count of how many reunions he's formed, both on and off the air. "We've done a heck of a lot, we've put a lot of people together

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4:11

Whitcoulls Recommends: The Keeper and Bonfire of the...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2026/04/12

The Keeper by Tana French, who is one of my all time favourite authors. This is the 3rd in a trilogy which began with The Searcher and then The Hunter but you can read this new one without needing to read the others (although they’re so good I would highly recommend it). Cal Hooper, the retired Chicago detective is back, with the village of Ardnakelty in crisis as a young woman is found dead just as a local big shot has plans for the town. Factions are rife, with many residents predicting housing

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4:49

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

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2026/04/12

BloggerAtLarge's Megan Singleton has been exploring America, but she's noticed some extra security in Washington DC? She's staying near some of the city's biggest museums, but she's noticed extra police gathered around some key monuments. Read more about Megan's tips for Washington DC here. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:19

The Sunday Panel: Can we expect any resolution from...

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2026/04/12

This week on the Sunday Panel, host of the Prosperity Project podcast, Nadine Higgins andNewstalk ZB host Roman Travers joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! What did we think of the Artemis II mission, now that it's done. Are we excited about the new era of space exploration that this mission has brought? Does the thought of an actual moon landing excite us? What about Mars? While Iranian and US delegates are arriving in Pakistan, it's unclear how the peace

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4:43

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

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2026/04/12

Research has found excessive screen time can impact cognitive performance, leading to 'digital dementia'. The condition is growing more common in younger people, and it's largely a result of heavy screen exposure. Naturopath and wellness expert Erin O'Hara explained further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:35

Mike van de Elzen: Chipotle pulled lamb shoulder

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2026/04/12

Cook time: 30 minutes Prep time: 20 minutes Serves 6 1 de-boned lamb shoulder 1 small jars chipotle in adobo sauce (available from most supermarkets) 1 bottle hoppy beer 1 tbsp tomato paste 1 tbsp brown sugar 1 tsp salt 1 tsp smoked paprika 1 tsp oregano Preheat oven to 150*C. Place the lamb in to deep roasting tray, approx 25 x 20cm. You want the lamb to loosely fit in. Cover with the chipotle, tomato paste, sugar, paprika, salt and oregano. Time to get you hands dirty, rub all ingredients

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Full Show Podcast: 12 April 2026

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2026/04/12

On the Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin Full Show Podcast for Sunday 12 April 2026, David Lomas has made a career out of solving family mysteries and reuniting loved ones, he joins Francesca to talk about some of his favourite cases and talk about how much harder it is to track people down these days. LA based singer songwriter Greg Johnson is celebrating a milestone birthday this year - instead of shying away from aging, he's touring New Zealand. Greg joins Francesca to talk about finally

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4:23

Dr Michelle Dickinson: nanotechnologist explains why...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2026/04/12

Have you ever looked up at the sky and spotted a face in the clouds? Or noticed a grumpy expression in a crumpled sock? If so, you’re not alone, this surprisingly common experience is called pareidolia and scientists are fascinated by it. New research published in the journal Royal Society Open Science found that humans are incredibly good at recognising faces. In fact, we’re so good that our brains often find them where none exist, on handbags, in TV static, or even in burnt toast. Researchers

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4:34

Chris Henry: entertainment correspondent on the...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2026/04/12

The Nominations for the 2026 News and Documentary Emmy Awards have been announced, and a film about Jacinda Ardern has landed two nominations. Prime Minister is in the running for Best Documentary, and Outstanding Politics and Government Documentary - and it explores Ardern's five-year tenure as New Zealand’s 40th Prime Minister. Entertainment correspondent Chris Henry explained further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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