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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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12:59

Kristen Worley: Transgender athlete responds to...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/06/12

The debate around the inclusion of transgender athletes in sport has been reignited this week.43 past and present elite athletes have written a letter to the Government over proposed guidelines around including trans female athletes in sport, with their concern focused around fairness and safety in all sport.But what do trans athletes make of the latest developments? One woman fighting for the fair inclusion of transgender athletes is New Zealand-born Canadian Kristen Worley.She was a world-class

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7:56

Elaine Kasket: Apple steps into the 'digital legacy'...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/06/12

As the world becomes increasingly reliant on technology, one thing tech companies have begun to consider is what happens to your data once you die.Apple this week announced a digital legacy service. It will allow users to nominate one person who can access their data when they die.But what exactly do services like this cover, and why have they become a necessity? Professor Elaine Kasket, author of ‘All the Ghosts in the Machine', is an expert on death in the digital era. She told Francesca Rudkin

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3:45

Francesca Rudkin: The mosque attack story will be...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/06/12

On Friday evening, The National Islamic Youth Association started a petition asking for a film about Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern's response to 2019's Christchurch terror attack, currently titled They Are Us, to be cancelled.As of this Sunday morning, the petition has gained almost 41,000 signatures.Over the years, I’ve watched a lot of films based on true events. They represent stories that should be told, stories that deserve to be told, stories that mark a moment in time or of great

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3:43

Francesca Rudkin: Does our digital footprint matter?

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/06/06

Have you been to the gym recently, and then had the opportunity to review your form online?It wasn’t until I read about the mild stoush between TV journalist and host Kim Vinnell and a F45 fitness outfit in Hawkes Bay that I realised this was a thing.The last time I belonged to a gym was over 3 years ago, and thank goodness no one was rushing to photograph or video me. I tend to wear my exercise gear until it falls apart, I’ve normally got a tissue hanging out of my sports bra, and if I’m doing a

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10:39

Sunday Panel: How broken is National?

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/06/06

Judith Collins is distancing herself and her party from former candidate Jake Bezzant, calling his recent actions some of the "most disgraceful things" she's seen in politics.The former party member, who ran for Upper Harbour at the 2020 Election, resigned this week after allegations surfaced he impersonated his former partner and shared explicit images of her online without her consent.Bezzant denies the allegations, adding: "Personal relationship break-ups sometimes get messy. Two sides to every

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4:14

Joan McKenzie: Madhouse at the End of the Earth and...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/06/06

Madhouse at the End of the Earth by Julian Sancton. True story. In 1897 the Belgica set sail from Belgium for Antarctica, with dreams of exploration glory and charting areas unknown to man. The journey had many low points – they spent almost a year stuck in pack ice whilst battling scurvy, ill health and madness and theirs is a story that NASA studies today in its research on isolation for missions to Mars.Belonging by Owen Eastwood. Owen Eastwood is a Kiwi who works on a global stage, helping

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12:44

Heath Franklin: Chopper is coming to New Zealand for...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/06/06

The Silencer will not be silenced! The bubble is open and Chopper’s finally making it across the ditch, bringing his show that’s been three years in the making to Aotearoa from June 17 – July 17. Panic, terror, stupidity, crisis; they can all form a queue and suck the wrinkles out of Chopper's walnut wallet because he has stopped giving a f*** and is done with suffering fools. Anti-vaxxers, lock-downs, Karens, cancel culture, Mr Potatohead – the outrage is deafening. Everyone is crazy. Everyone has

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4:22

Erin O'Hara: How to boost your child's immunity...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/06/06

Our immune system is designed to fight disease and keep bacteria and viruses at bay. If weakened at any time, we are more vulnerable and susceptible to colds, flu, or any serious illness.Erin O'Hara tells Francesca Rudkin how we can give our kids the best chance to beat those winter colds.LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:20

Mike van de Elzen: Woodfired Focaccia and Onion Jam

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/06/05

Woodfired Focaccia8g dried yeast1 cup warm water300g strong white flour½ tsp salt1 sprig rosemary2 tsp flaky sea salt1 cup olives grape seed oilDissolve sugar and yeast in warm water.Leave for 5 minutes or until frothy.Put flour, salt and 2 tbsp oil in a large bowl, create a well in the center and slowly add yeast and rest of the water until a firm dough forms.Lay onto your bench and knead until an elastic dough forms.Place dough in oiled bowl using grape seed oil, cover with clingfilm and leave in

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4:41

Dr. Michelle Dickinson: Flinders University develop...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/06/05

If insomnia keeps you awake at night, Flinders University researchers recommend a trip to the doctor - not for a sleeping pill prescription but for a short course of intensive behavioural therapy.Dr. Michelle Dickinson told Francesca Rudkin all about it.LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:30

Steve Newall: Covid-19 spurs shutdown of 'Mission...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/06/05

Paramount Pictures on Thursday temporarily shut down production on the British set of Tom Cruise's seventh "Mission: Impossible" film after someone tested positive for coronavirus."We have temporarily halted production on 'Mission: Impossible 7' until June 14th, due to positive coronavirus test results during routine testing," a Paramount spokesperson said in a statement. "We are following all safety protocols and will continue to monitor the situation."The company provided no further details.In

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13:33

Ladyhawke: It's been a while, but Ladyhawke is back

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/06/05

2021 is a comeback year for Ladyhawke (‘Pip’ Brown) with her single ‘Guilty Love’, collaboration with BROODS topping Triple J’s most played list and clocking over 1 Million streams. Now the follow up single ‘Mixed Emotions’ is released today, the second single from her anticipated forthcoming album TIME FLIES, which will be released on Friday, October 8.Pip says about the new single, “Mixed Emotions was written with old mates Jono Sloan and Nick Littlemore while I was on a writing trip in LA. Sloan

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11:04

Danielle Salmon: Hi-tech mouthguards are being used...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/06/05

Hi-tech mouthguards are being used in a new study to better understand concussion at the lower levels of the game.The world rugby funded study is using 700 players in Dunedin and is one of the first of its kind, to focus on community clubs rather than professional athletes.New Zealand Rugby Research Scientist Danielle Salmon is leading the study and spoke to Francesca Rudkin.LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:55

Joan Mackenzie: The Missing Sister and China Room

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/05/30

The Missing Sister by Lucinda RileySeventh title in the series about the Seven Sisters which is based on the Seven Sisters of the Pleiades. A billionaire, Pa Salt, adopted seven daughters all with different backgrounds and the story of each of them is told in each of the books.This new one starts in Gibbston Valley and makes its way around the world, as six of the sisters try to find the seventh one they’ve never met and seems to be missing.China Room by Sunjeev SahotIn 1920s Punjab, a widowed

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4:28

Megan Singleton: How Covid-19 has changed Disney's...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/05/30

If you're planning to travel to one of the Disney Parks & Resorts around the world, here's what you'll need to know and expect if you want to visit during the Covid-19 pandemic.The basicsAfter being closed for over a year, Disneyland Resort in California reopened on April 30 with limited capacity at Disneyland park and Disney California Adventure park. Only California residents may visit the parks until June 15.Those wanting to visit need to purchase tickets in advance via a new reservation

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8:20

Sunday Panel: Should Auckland Harbour Bridge have...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/05/30

Cycling activists have closed two northbound lanes on the Auckland Harbour Bridge after breaking through a police barricade.The "Liberate the Lane" group held a rally at Point Erin Park this morning, calling for a three-month cycle lane trial on the harbour bridge.When the protest finished, a number of cyclists made their way down to the bridge but were met by a row of police officers. After 15 minutes, the group of cyclists grew and chanting could be heard.After some time, the police wall broke and

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13:40

Anika Moa taking part in the Auckland Live Cabaret...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/05/29

Anika Moa is one of New Zealand’s busiest entertainers: singer-songwriter, radio host, TV host, marathon runner, as well as being a mother of four.And to add to her schedule, next month she will perform in the Auckland Live Cabaret Season in Tuawahine, alongside an incredible line up of wahine.She joined Francesca Rudkin to discuss her latest project and how running and sobriety has changed her life. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:51

Erin O'Hara: What's the cause of brain fog and how to...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/05/29

Brain fog is something we all experience from time to time - forgetfulness, losing focus, not being able to think clearly.But there are a number of reasons why we might have these experiences.Health and wellbeing expert Erin O'Hara joined Francesca Rudkin to discuss what causes brain fog and how to improve your focus.LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:08

Michelle Dickinson: Researchers have worked out why...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/05/29

Do you hate the sound of other people eating? Well, scientists have now worked out why!Misophonia is the hatred of a sound, usually made by another person like their chewing, breathing or scratching their nails down a chalkboard.It can inspire a strong reaction in someone - and new research out in the Journal of Neuroscience now thinks they know why, thanks to MRI scanning of brains while these sounds are being made.They found that people with misophonia have stronger connectivity between the part

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5:45

Mike van de Elzen: Lemon pistachio loaf

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2021/05/29

Prep time: 10 minutesCook time: 50 minutes3 large eggs1 cup plain yoghurtZest from one lemon½ cup vegetable oil2 Tbsp lemon juice, plus the juice of two extra lemons for the glaze.1 ½ cups flour2 tsp baking powder1 cup caster sugarPinch of salt½ cup pistachios or almond, roasted and chopped Preheat oven to 180 degrees, grease a 22cm x 12 cm loaf tin. Combine the eggs, yoghurt and whisk, drizzle in oilAdd the lemon juice; add the flour, baking powder, salt and stir. (Mixture will be a bit lumpy, but

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