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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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4:28

Mike van de Elzen: Chocolate cakes in a salted...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/07/03

Chocolate cakes in a salted caramel sauce (serves 6-8)Chocolate cake½ vegetable oil250ml cream1 cup boiling water1 tsp vanilla essence2 eggs, beaten2 cups sugar1 tsp salt2 tsp baking soda2/3 cup cocoa1¾ cups plain flour½ cup natural almonds½ cup walnut pieces½ cup dried blueberries or similar300ml mascarponePreheat oven to 180*C. Lightly spray a 6-hole muffin tray. Place oil in a large mixing bowl and, stirring with a whisk, add the next 8 ingredients, one at a time in the order listed, until

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7:33

Dave Gibson: Arrowtown to host New Zealand's first...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/07/03

New Zealand is getting its first-ever E-bike Festival.The festival is called Cyclorama is going to be in Arrowtown this November.Festival organiser Dave Gibson told Francesca Rudkin that the bikes are extremely popular, to the point that it is becoming hard to buy them.He says e-bikes make it easier for many people to cycle together or to scale hills that are harder to manage on their own. He believes there is huge tourism potential in the trend. "I think something like a bike festival gives people

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5:27

Jason Walls: Parliament's light moments, Three Waters...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/07/03

The Government has unveiled proposals to move the ownership and management of water infrastructure from local councils and into the hands of four water services agencies, split regionally.Local Government Minister Nanaia Mahuta released the long-signalled "Three Waters" decisions this week. saying the move on drinking water, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure would save ratepayers money.It would also result in better, safer services, and help ensure that the expected $120 billion to $185b in

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10:40

Bill McKay: Architecture Professor backs Auckland's...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/07/03

Auckland councillors have mixed views on the issue of replacing some of the city's kauri villas and bungalows with six-storey apartments to help address the city's housing crisis.But after an all-day planning meeting, a majority of councillors voted to proceed with a Government directive to increase intensification deep inside many traditional suburbs and along public transport routes.Mayor Phil Goff said the issue is about finding a balance between intensification and protecting what is important

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3:50

Francesca Rudkin: We have the same conversation every...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/06/27

Wellington’s Covid scare has dominated headlines this week, from ‘Deadly virus could be anywhere in New Zealand after Sydney man's weekend in Wellington’ to ‘Government too complacent and bubble settings need to change’.I think all the experts in those stories have been right; their concerns, their assessments, spot on. Clearly, the pause in the Trans-Tasman bubble for three days is an indication of just how concerned the government is about this Delta Variant.But for some reason we keep getting

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11:12

Sunday Panel: Travel bubble pause, hate speech laws...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/06/27

The transtasman quarantine free travel bubble has been paused for three days as of 10.30pm last night.This is the first time the bubble to all Australian states has been paused.Quarantine Free Travel from all Australian states and territories will be paused from Saturday 10.30pm (NZT) until 11.59pm (NZT) on Tuesday June 29.Minister for Covid-19 Response Chris Hipkins announced the bubble pause in a media statement at 9pm last night."There are now multiple cases and outbreaks in Australia in

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5:24

Megan Singleton: The difficulty already in getting...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/06/27

It may seem too early to think about Christmas travel, but in the time of Covid-19, early is becoming the norm.RNZ reports that room bookings at MIQ and other border hotels for December are likely to be available next month.It comes as spaces are booked up until November, with officials saying the capacity has been reduced by 900 rooms. Travel blogger Megan Singleton joined Francesca Rudkin to discuss what people need to be considering for their Christmas holidays - as well as the trans-Tasman

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12:33

Julie and Ilaria Biuso: Kiwi cooks celebrate major...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/06/27

In this cold winter weather, there’s not much better than the comfort of a home-cooked meal. But if you are lacking inspiration, maybe struggling with the grind of mid-week cooking, one Kiwi duo have some award-winning inspiration.Julie and Ilaria Biuso’s new cookbook, Shared Kitchen: Real Food From Scratch, has been awarded Best in the World for the Best cookbook associated with a blog at the Gourmand World Cookbook Awards.The two joined Francesca Rudkin in studio to discuss the win and how to make

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3:52

Joan Mackenzie: Mrs England and Labour Saving

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/06/27

Mrs England by Stacey HallsThis is set during Edwardian times when a young woman who has recently graduated as a nurse accepts a position with a wealthy mill owner’s family in Yorkshire, but when she gets there all is not as it seems – there is clearly something very wrong with Mrs England, and living in that house becomes a risky business.Labour Saving by Michael CullenHis life’s work wrapped up in a fascinating book, I think it’s a very good read not only for anyone interested in NZ politics, but

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3:35

Erin O'Hara: How to treat inflammation

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/06/27

Inflammation is part of the body’s natural healing system to help fight injury and infection.On one hand, it helps your body defend itself from infection and injury. On the other hand, chronic inflammation can lead to weight gain and disease. Naturopath and wellbeing expert Erin O'Hara joined Francesca Rudkin to discuss the different types of inflammation and natural ways to reduce it.LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:28

Mike van de Elzen: Stuffed apple crumble

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/06/26

Stuffed apple crumble2 tbsp brown sugar1 tsp corn-starch1 tsp vanilla essence1 tbsp lemon juice1 tsp cinnamon, ground1/4 tsp salt1/4 cup flour1 cup rolled oats1/2 cup icing sugar1/2 cup butterVanilla ice-creamPreheat the oven to 180 degrees on bake and line a large baking tray with greaseproof paper.Cut the tops of the apple and core the apples using a corer or knife, discarding the core. Be careful not to cut right through the apple.Use a spoon to dig out the sides to create a bowl inside the

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4:28

Michelle Dickinson: Study discovers elephants can...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/06/26

When you ask people what sound they think an elephant makes, they probably imagine a big, roaring trumpet sound. Elephants are famously loud and low-pitched – sometimes so low-pitched that humans can’t even hear them – and that makes sense for a gigantic animal that can weigh up to seven tons.Larger animals make lower frequency sounds thanks to a general rule that states "the larger the vocal fold, the lower the sound frequency and the size of the vocal folds sets an upper limit to the frequency

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7:28

Steve Newall: Blockbuster movies making their return...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/06/26

If you haven't headed back to the movies since lockdown ended, you are missing out!F9 - the ninth instalment of the Fast and Furious franchise - is smashing pandemic box office records as more countries around the world reopen, and people become better suited to heading back into these enclosed environments.There are dozens of movies streaming into cinemas after so many were held back due to the pandemic - with plenty to keep all ages and fans entertained.Flicks editor Steve Newall joined Francesca

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15:06

Zoe Naylor and Aaron Jeffery on their new documentary...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/06/26

Having a baby should be one of the best days of your life but for an increasing number of women, they are emerging physically and emotionally traumatised.It was the first-hand experience of this that led film-maker, Zoe Naylor, on a four-year journey exploring the maternity system in Australasia.The result is a documentary, Birth Time, which is now in New Zealand for Q&A screenings.Naylor and her actor husband Aaron Jeffery joined Francesca Rudkin to discuss their experiences and what they've learnt

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5:44

Dr Kelly Burrowes: University of Auckland leading the...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/06/26

The most advanced study of its kind is underway in New Zealand to look at the impact of vaping.The study is being led by Auckland University Senior Researcher and bioengineer Dr Kelly Burrowes.She told Francesca Rudkin a number of studies have been done, but vaping hasn't been around long enough to monitor the long-term effects."It's really important that we understand what the health effects are for the whole body."She says that there are multiple chemicals being created, either through flavours or

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7:30

Aaron Dahmen: Travel bubble paused and Wellington's...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/06/26

Cabinet ministers are spending their Sunday deciding whether Wellington's Covid-19 restrictions should ease tonight.The region's been in Alert Level Two since Wednesday but community swabs and wastewater testing has turned up no trace of the virus.Newstalk ZB political reporter Aaron Dahmen told Francesca Rudkin ministers are virtually discussing it this morning, and we'll hear the decision at 1PM."With no community cases, with a raft of testing having been done, really ramping up here in

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10:22

Leanne Simmons: Free Britney LA co-manager hopes...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/06/26

The Free Britney movement was thrust back into the spotlight this week, as the popstar herself took to the stand for the first time.Britney Spears addressed open court in a bid to end the conservatorship she’s been under since 2008.She condemned her father and others who control the conservatorship, which she said has compelled her to use birth control and take other medications against her will, and prevented her from getting married or having another child.Leanne Simmons is one of the original

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10:55

Sunday Panel: Is New Zealand doing enough to keep...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/06/20

It's shaping up to be a battle of Bledisloe Cup proportions as Australian head hunters begin luring Kiwi talent across the Tasman with pay offers that make it impossible for local employers to compete.Once news that a trans-Tasman bubble was imminent, approaches started to ramp up. Now that the bubble is open, the Aussies have landed and the tug-of-war for talent is getting serious, recruitment agencies sayArmed with too-hard-to-refuse salaries, often 40 per cent higher in service industries and

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3:22

Francesca Rudkin: My warning after having my credit...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/06/20

So, it’s been a weird week.Last Saturday someone stole our garden wheelie bin from the curbside.It can’t have been an easy heist. It was a very full bin, a very heavy bin, and a bin filled with sharp prickly bougainvillaea cuttings. It will have been a bummer to empty – so perhaps there’s a touch of karma there.As far as theft goes - other than my intrigue as to exactly how the crime played out and who drove the getaway car - it’s not really worth getting upset about is it? People lose much more

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4:01

Joan Mackenzie: Gold Diggers and House of Kwa

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/06/20

Gold Diggers by Sanjena SathianA hilarious and moving story set amongst an Indian immigrant community in Atlanta, where the weight of parental expectations sits heavily on their children. Neil Narayan really only has eyes for Anita, the girl next door, but in trying to conform he partakes of “lemonade” made through alchemy by Anita and her mother, which is said to imbue the drinker with the talents and achievements of those who contribute to it – and brings Neil a mix of both lofty success and

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