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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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4:22

'The UN should not be poking their nose into the...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2025/07/12

SEYMOUR VS UN – David Seymour is in a War of words with the UN – talk me through this Thomas. Who has overstepped the line in this case? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:43

Francesca Rudkin: Wellington deserves better than...

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2025/07/12

On Friday afternoon, when I heard that Ray Chung, Mayoral candidate for Wellington, was going to appear with Ryan Bridge on Newstalk ZB’s Drive to discuss the gossipy email he sent regarding Tory Whanau, I thought good on him for fronting. 7 minutes and 20 seconds later, I was as speechless as Ryan Bridge. What a bumbling, embarrassing trainwreck of an interview. First there was the comment it had been a hard couple of days for Ray Chung since the email was publicly released. Well, yes, when you’re

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6:57

Kerry Irvine: 'It's been a pretty tough couple days'

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2025/07/12

Nelson–Tasman is facing millions of dollars of damage following Friday's severe weather. Last week Federated Farmers was calling for help for the farming community over the level of damage from previous flooding in the area. So what impact has this latest round of rain had on an already battling farming community? Kerry Irvine is Federated Farmers Nelson Tasman Provincial President. He joins Francesca Rudkin from Tapawera. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:28

A call for urgent action: Consumer NZ CEO John Duffy...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2025/07/12

This morning a group of organisations have published an open letter to the Prime Minster in the Herald on Sunday. The letter calls for the Government to make comprehensive reforms of the energy market. Consumer NZ and the Employers and Manufactures Association are two of the organisations behind the letter. Consumer NZ CEO Jon Duffy and EMAs Alan McDonald join Francesca Rudkin to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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14:23

Antonia Prebble: Kiwi actress talks podcasting...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2025/07/06

Antonia Prebble has basically grown up on our TV screens, and she's looking back on a major milestone this week. This Saturday marks the 20th anniversary of the first episode of Outrageous Fortune, and Prebble's been reflecting on all the memories that came out of that shows. She says she felt like she grew up within her role on Outrageous Fortune - and the experience 'changed her life." "If I'd have known from that first day on set in 2005 playing Loretta that I would be a member of the West family

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17:43

Guy Montgomery: TV star and comedian on recent award...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2025/07/06

It's safe to say that Kiwi comedian Guy Montgomery's been having a successful time across the Tasman. He found fame in New Zealand through hit shows like Have You Been Paying Attention and Thank God You're Here - but across the ditch, Guy Montgomery's Guy Mont-Spelling Bee has been picked up for another season and he's been nominated for a Logie at the Australian Television awards. Montgomery says it's all 'unbelievable'. "The amount of shows or opportunities for young comedians to be blighted on TV

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3:55

Whitcoulls Recommends: Isola and The Monster of Harrods

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2025/07/06

Isola by Allegra Goodman. In the 16th century, Marguerite is born into great wealth but after being orphaned at the age of three a guardian, Roberval, is appointed, who over several years steals her entire fortune. Destitute, her only option is to rely on him for everything and when he takes her on an expedition to sea she falls in love with his servant. Incandescent with rage, Roberval abandons them on a remote, inhospitable island where they’re left to fight for survival. Based on actual

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3:46

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

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2025/07/06

Megan Singleton's continued her journey into Santa Monica, California - and she's been taking in the sights, sounds and rooftop bars. She's been working her way through the area's best-reviewed restaurants and eateries, and she's even experienced the infamous driverless taxis in the region. Read more about Megan's experience here. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:43

The Sunday Panel: Is it fair for Foodstuffs to make...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2025/07/06

This week on the Sunday Panel,Coast Day host Lorna Riley and managing director at 818, Chris Henry, joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Foodstuffs North Island is looking at disestablishing roles at Victoria Park New World, after it was gutted by a blaze last month. The workers have expressed disappointment - what do we make of this? New research has revealed there's no safe amount of processed meat to eat. Will this change our eating habits? Do we follow this

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116:38

Full Show Podcast: 06 July 2025

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2025/07/06

Listen to the Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin Full Show Podcast for Sunday 6 July. Get the Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin Full Show Podcast every Sunday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:25

Kent Johns: health and well-being coach on the...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2025/07/06

Ice baths and cold plunges have grown wildly popular in recent years, thanks to podcasters, social media influencers, professional athletes and others touting their benefits. They have been found to reduce muscle soreness and inflammation after exercise, improve circulation and they've been linked to mood enhancement and stress reduction. Health and well-being coach Kent Johns explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:14

Mike van de Elzen: Three-cheese French quiche (1)

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2025/07/06

Three-cheese French quiche Cook time: 30 minutes Prep time: 10 minutes Serves: 6 people 2 sheets savoury pastry 6 eggs 1 cup cream Salt and pepper Cheeses cut into small dice. These can any three you wish to choose or better still use up. Camembert Gorgonzola Tasty cheese Preheat oven to 180*C. Grease a 26cm flan or quiche tin. Take the pastry and line the base of the tart. The tart will be bigger than the pastry so join the two pieces of pastry together to make a big enough piece. Lay over

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3:42

Dr Michelle Dickinson: nanotechnologist on whether...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2025/07/05

You’ve probably heard the old saying: “Don’t eat cheese before bed, or you’ll have nightmares.” But is there actually any truth to it? A new study published in the journal Frontiers in Psychology suggests there might be. Researchers surveyed over 1,000 volunteers about their sleep, dreams, and eating habits. They found that people with worse symptoms of lactose intolerance (people who don't digest dairy well) were more likely to experience more frequent, distressing, and persistent nightmares. This

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5:48

Steve Newall: Flicks.co.nz editor on Ozzy Osbourne...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2025/07/05

After 57 years of making music - Black Sabbath have performed their final-ever show in the UK. Fans from all over the world packed out Villa Park in Birmingham, watching on as Ozzy Osbourne and his band performed popular songs including War Pigs, Iron Man, and wrapped up with Paranoid. Flicks.co.nz editor Steve Newall says the tribute show was opened by other rock icons, including Tool, Metallica and Guns N Roses. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:03

Jamie Ensor: NZ Herald political reporter on the...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2025/07/05

There's criticism of Treaty requirements for school boards. Education Minister Erica Stanford says a section in the Education and Training Amendment Bill requiring school boards to reflect tikanga Māori in policies and plans wasn't added by her. Prime Minister Chris Luxon says many education regulations mention Treaty obligations - which isn't Stanford's focus. NZ Herald political reporter Jamie Ensor explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:24

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

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2025/07/05

Three disallowed tries courtesy of the TMO has made for a scrappy opening match for the All Blacks to begin 2025. They’ve escaped with a 31-27 win over the French in Dunedin, having led 21-13 at halftime. Newstalk ZB rugby commentator Elliott Smith says it was a close match, but the All Blacks found a way to win in the end. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:09

Graeme Edgeler: lawyer on the potential legal hurdle...

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2025/07/05

Discussions are taking place over the future of the Census, and one expert is warning there's a factor the Government hasn't considered. Last month, Minister Shane Reti announced the five yearly data collection will be scrapped - instead, he plans to use administrative data from Government agencies and an annual survey. Wellington barrister Graeme Edgeler says the Data and Statistics Act requires a a periodic Census. "There are a lot of other laws which deal with the Census as well - and one of the

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3:15

Francesca Rudkin: Why can't we get sports stadiums...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2025/07/05

As the All Blacks took to the field at Forsyth Barr Stadium in Dunedin last night to stagger over the line against the French, I thought about the calls I had on Marcus Lush Nights on Friday, talking about the future of our large stadiums - and in particular of Forsyth Barr Stadium and Wellington’s Sky Stadium. It doesn’t seem to matter which city you’re in across the country, stadiums are problematic. Auckland continues its decade-old debate about whether we need a new multipurpose waterfront

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15:15

Michel Boersma: producer and curator of The Art of...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2025/06/29

After making an impression on millions around the world - and making an appearance in Wellington in 2024, 'The Art of Banksy' exhibit is set to hit Auckland. Banksy is one of the world's most famous artists with a significant global following, but his identity remains unknown - despite exhibitions of his work selling out and attracting interest. Banksy didn't personally curate this exhibit, but producer and curator Michel Boersma says he's had dealings with the artists. "People have a view of Banksy

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4:31

Whitcoulls Recommends: The River is Waiting and...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2025/06/29

The River is Waiting by Wally Lamb. He’s beloved by loads of readers, especially for his brilliant book I Know this Much is True. This new one is, to a large degree, informed by the years he spent teaching creative writing to incarcerated women in a Connecticut prison. It’s the story of a man whose life is in a downward spiral. Corby Ledbetter is out of work and self medicating when he causes a devastating accident which upends both his entire life, and that of his family and sends him to prison

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