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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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2:56

Dr Michelle Dickinson: Where should you place your...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/10/16

If you put food in the microwave, where do you place it? Most people place it in the centre of the microwave and let the spinning plate inside do its magic. However, scientifically the best place to put your food is on the outer edge of the plate, not the centre! Microwave ovens are quick to heat food as they channel heat energy directly into food molecules which causes the water, sugar and fat molecules inside the food to vibrate. Vibrating molecules have heat so, the faster the molecules

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3:36

Steve Newall: Adele returns with new single

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/10/16

HBO comedy-drama Succession is returning for its third season after being delayed due to Covid.Season 3 picks up where Season 2 ended and airs on Soho and NEON from tomorrow evening at 9:30pm.Adele is also returning, with her newest single Easy On Me.Six years after 25, her latest album 30 is out on November 19.Flicks.co.nz editor Steve Newall joined Francesca Rudkin.LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:42

Claire Amos: School principal on the lessons to be...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/10/16

School's back tomorrow, albeit in front of a screen in Auckland, Northland and parts of the Waikato.One school principal says studying from home is not the end of the world for kids and there are some lessons to be learned for the future.Albany Senior High School principal Claire Amos says we should finally close the digital divide, ditch exams as national events and keep learning flexible post-lockdown.Amos joined Francesca Rudkin.LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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16:31

Michael McIntyre: Superstar comedian on his new...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/10/16

Michael McIntyre is a superstar of standup comedy and TV.He's one of the most successful and loved comedians in the world.He's broken ticket sale records, hosted two hit TV shows - one of which won him a BAFTA, he's got a Netflix special and now a new book.A Funny Life. (Photo / Supplied)Michael's second autobiography A Funny Life takes us from his big break at the 2006 Royal Variety Show and along the highs and lows of his stardom.Michael McIntyre joined Francesca Rudkin.LISTEN ABOVESee

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5:33

Mike van de Elzen: Hazel's Sticky Pork Ribs

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/10/16

Hazel's Sticky Pork Ribs1 whole pork rib rack approx 1.5kg1 whole bulb garlic1 knob ginger10 star anise6 tbsp soy sauce6 tbsp hoisin sauce6 tbsp black or malt vinager2 tbsp brown sugarRemove the pork rack from the bag and rinse quickly under some cold water. Pat dry and cut the rack in half down between the 7 and 8 rib bone. Take a large piece of tin foil and double it up, then lay down the pork rack.To prepare the marinate. Break down the garlic into cloves, peeling half of them. Take a mircoplane

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7:57

Andrew Little: Health Minister on the success of...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/10/16

People turned out in masses to get vaccinated for Super Saturday.129,995 vaccines were given as of 10 pm last night.The vaccination rate nationwide is now at 85 per cent and 89 per cent in Auckland.Health Minister Andrew Little told Francesca Rudkin there were roughly 39,000 first jabs yesterday."Once we get the first jab and you're on the record, then we can chase you up and follow you up for your second jab."Little said that Auckland's vaccination rate will be key for tomorrow's Cabinet and

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5:35

Samantha Murton: Home isolation plan will be tricky...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/10/16

GPs are bracing themselves for a surge of Covid-patients.The Government's unveiled a plan, which would see those infected isolating at home instead of in quarantine.Health Minister Andrew Little says patients would be monitored by GPs and nurses, and the plan would be rolled out when vaccination rates are higher.The Royal New Zealand College of GPs President, Samantha Murton told Francesca Rudkin it's not going to be easy for the workforce.“It’s gonna be quite tricky, keeping that balance right of

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3:09

Francesca Rudkin: I was pretty impressed with what...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/10/16

So we all know vaccination is the key to moving forward, to saving summer, to transitioning to living with Covid, but it has sort of started to feel like we’re a bit stalled, hadn’t it?So when Super Shot Saturday was announced, I was like "OK?", and when the vaxathon was announced, I have to admit, I thought it sounded a bit maff. How's that gonna work? was what was going through my head.But you know what, I was pretty impressed with what unfolded yesterday. Thursday’s vaccination rate was around

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4:43

Jo McCarroll: Tips and tricks for growing edibles

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/10/10

As we head into summer, people are looking to plant edibles in pots as an alternative to growing in the garden, especially those that don't have enough space or are renting.Editor of NZ Gardener magazine Jo McCarroll joined Francesca Rudkin to discuss tips and tricks for growing edibles.LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:37

Sunday Panel: How do we stop getting Covid cases...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/10/10

In one week, there have been positive Covid cases in the Waikato, Northland and now Bay of Plenty.University of Otago's Michael Baker wrote a blog on what the country needs to do to stop more cases from getting out, from tightening the Auckland border.But with more people in Auckland getting double vaccinated, they need Auckland to be reopened for livelihoods, business and mental health.Whilst Covid elimination may no longer be possible in Auckland, it may still be possible to continue with that

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15:14

Desiree Reid-Whitaker: Cardrona Distillery founder...

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2021/10/10

Even as a little girl, Desiree Reid-Whitaker has always dreamed big. It was 10 years ago, those dreams sent Desiree from her South Canterbury dairy farm around the world, researching and learning the craft of making great whiskies and spirits. On returning to New Zealand, Desiree sold the dairy farm and set about making her dream a reality. Her story is brave, bold and inspirational. A local story of hard work and entrepreneurial spirit. It’s been documented in a new book, The Spirit of

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4:58

Megan Singleton: New Zealand tourism is getting left...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/10/09

New Zealand is getting left behind for the 2022/2023 inbound international travel itineraries due to a lack of a plan.Tourism Export Council wrote to the Government to communicate a plan by November 1.Travel blogger Megan Singleton also discussed her cancelled trip to Northland.She joined Francesca Rudkin to discuss her 11th anniversary and how she’d planned to celebrate.Also, the winner of Fat Bear Week was declared.LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:34

Erin O'Hara: The best tips for getting healthy and...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/10/09

Getting healthy does not necessarily mean going on a diet and starving yourself. Research shows that when you heavily restrict yourself on a diet you are more likely to regain the weight plus more.If you have gained weight over the winter months or the lockdowns then now is the perfect time to get healthy for summer with the longer days and warmer weather. Lockdowns can either have a negative effect on your health where you emotionally eat and be lazy, or is the perfect opportunity to prepare

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4:31

Mike van de Elzen: Bee's Tart with Onion Jam

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/10/09

Bee’s Tart with Onion Jam 1 packet of savory short pastry 4 eggs 2 cups cream 2 cups tasty cheese, grated – smoked cheese would be amazing! 2 handfuls of spinach, chopped Salt and cracked pepper Flour for dusting Cooking spray Onion Jam 4 red onions, sliced lengthways ½ cup balsamic vinegar 3 tablespoons brown sugar Pinch of salt Preheat oven to 200 degrees Take a rolling pin and dust a bench with some flour, roll the pastry out to about 3-4mm Take a 30cm flan case and lightly spray with cooking

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4:15

Dr Michelle Dickinson: World's first malaria vaccine...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/10/09

Some incredible science news this week with the world's first malaria vaccine approved for use on children in Africa.It's the first vaccine ever developed against a parasitic human disease. The RTS,S vaccine, also known as Mosquirix, has been administered to more than 800,000 children in a pilot in Ghana, Kenya and Malawi since 2019. It's not perfect and in efficacy results from a 4-year trial found it prevents only 39% of malaria cases and 29% of severe malaria cases among small children in

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15:47

Robin Sharma: Leadership expert on the concept of the...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/10/09

Robin Sharma has devoted his life to helping people reach their true potential. He’s a world-renowned leadership expert, working alongside some of the most successful people - rockstars, royalty, billionaires and many celebrity CEOs – the likes of NASA, Nike and Microsoft. He’s also a best-selling author with self-help books that have sold more than 20 million copies worldwide, making him one of the most widely read authors on the planet. Robin Sharma’s new book is Everyday Hero Manifesto. He told

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3:55

Steve Newell: The music industry's vaccination...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/10/09

Will Smith has confessed the worst movie he made.Speaking with GQ, Smith rates his best films as the first Men In Black film and The Pursuit of Happyness, whist he describes Wild Wild West as a thorn in his side, which he turned down a role in The Matrix for.The Aotearoa music industry has got together to encourage Covid-19 vaccinations with its #VaxForLife campaign.The campaign launched on Friday with Benee, Neil Finn and Ladyhawke among a host of Kiwi music stars and promoters getting involved.The

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8:02

Emeline Paat-Dahlstrom: Space scientist on how to...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/10/09

All around the globe this week space enthusiasts have been celebrating World Space Week. This year's theme was Women in Space and as part of this, a new group, Women in Space Aotearoa New Zealand has been formed.One of the core organisers of this network is space scientist and entrepreneur Emeline Paat-Dahlstrom.Emeline is the co-founder of International Space Consultants and SpaceBase, and has spent over 30 years working in the industry in Silicon Valley and now New Zealand. She told Francesca

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2:40

Francesca Rudkin: Why the Northland case is so...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/10/09

As Northland moved into Level 3 at midnight on Friday I thought the Whangarei Mayor Sheryl Mai summed up the feeling of the north well when she said “I’m just really ropeable.”I’ve been impressed with how tolerant we’ve been when Covid cases have popped up in the community. We’ve seen people be compliant and helpful, using the tools on offer and taking responsibility. The majority of people don’t want to spread Covid 19 - they’ve been happy to be tested, used the Covid app, and assisted contract

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14:29

Michael Baker: We should think much harder about...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/10/09

Last night it was reported there is a positive case of Covid-19 in Bay of Plenty. This follows positive cases in Palmerston North, Waikato and Northland this week. Yesterday the public health team at Otago University released a blog detailing what we need to do to protect the rest of the country from Covid spread. Professor Michael Baker told Francesca Rudkin we should think much harder about strengthening the Auckland borders to give us a better chance of elimination."You only have to look at

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