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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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4:21

Joan's picks: By Any Other Name and Safe Enough

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/08/25

By Any Other Name by Jodi Picoult. Told in two timelines, one in the 16th century and one in the present (well, almost present – the action takes place against Covid, just as there was a plague back in the earlier timeframe) – the premise being that women have been, and in the modern world are often, still unable to be credited for work which is presented as being done by men when in fact the women were the creators but have no voice. Jodi places much of the action around Shakespeare and posits that

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3:13

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

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/08/25

A recent incident that impacted some unlucky Kiwi travellers in Bali serves as a reminder about the significance of travel insurance. A Christchurch real estate agent Amanda Blair had emergency surgery at Siloam Hospital in Mataram after a harmful scooter crash - setting her and her family back thousands of dollars. BloggerAtLarge.com writer Megan Singleton says checking the fine print is essential for travel - before you get caught out. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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10:08

The Sunday Panel: Does St John need to be 100 percent...

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2024/08/25

This week on the Sunday Panel, Coast Day host Lorna Riley and senior PR consultant at One Plus One Communications, Damien Venuto, joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the week - and more! As St John ambulance staff keep striking, more people are wondering why the service isn't fully funded by the Government. Does this need to change? New research has revealed Kiwis are divided as to whether the Government should have axed funding for mega-ferries. What do we think of this? How do

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5:55

Erin O'Hara: Naturopath and wellness expert on...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/08/25

New research has found strength training may be the key to living a longer, healthier life. Strength training can benefit anyone and help people fight off the impacts of sarcopenia - and the associated health issues. Naturopath and wellness expert Erin O'Hara unveils her recommended strength training techniques for people of all ages. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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116:38

Full Show Podcast: 25 August 2024

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/08/25

On the Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin Full Show Podcast for Sunday 25th of August 2024, new research has revealed microplastics have infiltrated human brain tissue to a 'concerning' degree. Expert Dr Joel Rindelaub explained the harm this could do. Kiwi actress and comedian Madeleine Sami has had a busy few months - but she found time to chat to Francesca about her latest acting projects. The 2024 Paralympic Games are set to get underway. Three-time gold medallist Cameron Leslie joined

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5:31

Polly Markus: Creamy Harissa Chicken Bake

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/08/25

Creamy Harissa Chicken Bake Serves - 4 8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs 1 cup chicken stock 1 kg (2 lb 4 oz) potatoes – peeled 50 g (1¾ oz) butter 2 cups frozen peas – defrosted 100 g (3½ oz) feta – crumbled 1 cup chopped Italian parsley Crusty garlic bread Harissa Marinade 1 cup cream ½ cup harissa paste ¼ cup lemon juice 3 garlic cloves – minced Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) fan bake. To make the Harissa Marinade, mix the ingredients in a large bowl. Season with salt and

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14:27

Maureen Callahan: author exposes the Kennedys in new...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/08/25

For decades, the Kennedys were held in high regard, with the family name being synonymous with wealth, power and integrity. However, author Maureen Callahan has exposed the hidden dark side between one of America's most powerful families in her new book Ask Not: The Kennedys and the Women They Destroyed. The book unveiled stories of sexual assault, abuse, exploitation and scandal - all carried out by an iconic American family. Callahan says the women who married into the family were subjected to a

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3:51

Dr Michelle Dickinson: nanotechnologist reveals why...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/08/25

Next time you grab a bag of oranges at the supermarket, take a closer look at the packaging. Chances are they are in a red net bag, and it turns out this bag is not just for convenience - it’s a clever trick to make the fruit look more appealing. New research in the journal i-Perception finds that the red netting creates an optical illusion, making the oranges appear more vibrant and ripe than they might actually be. This in turn makes you think the oranges in a red bag are more ripe than the ones

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5:17

Steve Newall: Flicks.co.nz editor on the second...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/08/25

Comedian Guy Montgomery’s popular game show has made the leap across the Tasman. The second season of Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont-Spelling Bee started airing on Three and ThreeNow this week - and an Australian version of the show is set to launch on ABC. Flicks.co.nz editor Steve Newall unpacked the appeal of the series - and revealed what political figure he'd like to see make an appearance. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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15:07

Madeleine Sami: Kiwi comedian and actress on her...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/08/24

Kiwi acting veteran Madeleine Sami's career is running hotter than ever. The second season of her local comedy series, Double Parked, has just started airing on Three - and she's due to head to Darwin to start filming the latest season of her Logie-nominated series Deadloch. Sami says she enjoys taking advantage of all these new opportunities. "The pandemic was really good for that - sitting back and having a bit of time out to be like: How do I want to lead my life... and it taught me how to

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10:06

Cameron Leslie: three-time Paralympic gold medallist...

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2024/08/24

The 2024 Paralympic Games are set to get underway. From Thursday August 29, 25 of New Zealand's strongest Para athletes will compete across 8 different sports for 11 days. Three-time Paralympic gold medallist Cameron Leslie says over half the Kiwi athletes have checked into the Olympic village so far. "It's been so long building up to it, it's nice to be here and be amongst the Paralympic Village - it's a different sort of vibe to what we get at other swimming championships." LISTEN ABOVESee

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8:25

Claire Trevett: NZ Herald political editor on Prime...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/08/24

Prime Minister Chris Luxon left a stern message to local leaders at the recent Local Government NZ conference. Luxon urged the local councils to get back to basics - and cut down on unnecessary spending. NZ Herald political editor Claire Trevett says the Prime Minister has a point, but the Government isn't immune to wasteful spending either. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:52

Dr Joel Rindelaub: chemical scientist on...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/08/24

New research has revealed microplastics have infiltrated human brain tissue to a 'concerning' degree. This adds to studies finding tiny shards of plastic in critical organs - as microplastics have been found in lungs, bone marrow, blood vessels, reproductive organs, livers and kidneys, to name a few. Chemical scientist Dr Joel Rindelaub is unsurprised by this discovery. "I'm not sure if these will be the final numbers, but there's some pretty good confidence that there's probably plastic in people's

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2:40

Francesca Rudkin: I doubt voters will disagree with...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/08/24

This week we saw some very clever politicking, didn’t we? I doubt there are many voters in the country who would disagree with the Prime Minister’s message to councils at the Local Government NZ Conference this week. With ongoing rates increases on the cards, many ratepayers would prefer their councils strip back spending and focus on basic services to help get spending under control. The Prime Minister’s message was well received publicly, if not by local Government representatives. Councils are an

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4:48

Joan's picks: Girl Falling and Home Truths

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/08/18

Girl Falling by Hayley Scrivener. She wrote a book a few years ago called Dirt Town which fit right into the recent genre of Australian country/Outback thrillers, and I loved. In this one, Finn and her best friend Daphne have been extremely close friends all their lives, growing up in the Blue Mountains in NSW. Now that they’re older, Finn is away at university and Daphne’s working as a guide in the Mountains where she’s fallen in love with a beautiful woman named Magdu. This romance puts real

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4:42

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

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/08/18

Elvis fans with cash to spare can purchase access to an exclusive Graceland experience - for $6000. Launching this September, the Presley for a Day Tour will allow fans to get an exclusive look at the grounds, take guided tours and enjoy a high-end dinner with views of Graceland’s landscape. Megan Singleton from BloggerAtLarge.com explains what's on offer during this experience. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:28

The Sunday Panel: Should we be worried about...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/08/18

This week on the Sunday Panel, journalist and broadcaster Wilhelmina Shrimpton and Chris Henry from 818 PR Agency joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Should we be more concerned about political corruption? A new report from the Helen Clark foundation suggests the political sector needs reform, citing concerns about donations and lobbying. Do we need to address this? Why are we so mean? Between the Rachael ‘Raygun’ Gunn backlash at the recent Olympics and the

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5:46

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

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/08/18

Research has revealed gut health is linked to brain health - and whatever boosts one can have an impact on the other. The gut communicates with the brain through the vagus nerve, the gut microbiome, and through the immune system, hormones and neurotransmitters. Naturopath and wellness expert Erin O'Hara explains how to keep both organs healthy and thriving. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:30

Mike Van de Elzen: Mike’s Family Pie

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/08/18

Mike’s Family Pie Cook time: 45 minutes Prep time: 30 minutes Serves: 6 300gm beef mince 1 tbsp sunflower oil 1 onions, finely diced 1 carrots, finely cubed 6 cloves garlic, crushed 2 tbsp Dijon mustard 1 cup frozen peas 1 oxo cube + 500ml hot water or 500ml beef stock 1 stick rosemary Salt and pepper 1 tbsp cornflour mixed with 2 tbsp water to thicken 2 sheets puff pastry 1 egg, lightly beaten for glazing Pre-heat your oven to 180*c on fanbake Heat a heavy based pan, add in the oil. Followed by

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5:18

Dr Michelle Dickinson: nanotechnologist on the...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/08/18

Feeling like you've aged 10 years in just a few months? New research published in Nature Aging might offer some insight. The study involved 108 volunteers aged between 25 and 75, who provided blood, stool, skin, oral, and nasal samples every few months over a period of up to seven years. Researchers measured levels of 135,000 different molecules, including RNA, proteins, and metabolites, as well as bacteria, fungi, and viruses present on the skin and in the gut. Rather than observing a gradual aging

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