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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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4:19

Mike Van de Elzen: Mike's pumpkin cupcakes

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/07/21

Mike's pumpkin cupcakes Prep time: 20 mins Cooking time: 25 mins 1 tsp baking powder ¾ cup plain flour 1 tsp cinnamon 1 tsp baking soda ½ cup raw sugar 2 free range eggs ½ cup vegetable oil 2 cups grated pumpkin ½ cup chopped nuts (can be walnuts or hazelnuts) 2 tbsp raisins 2 tbsp pumpkin seeds for decoration Preheat oven to 190*C. Combine all dry ingredients in a large bowl. Add eggs and oil and mix until just combined. Fold in pumpkin, nuts and raisins. Divide mix evenly between

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12:59

Lucia Osborne-Crowley: court reporter on her new book...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/07/20

Journalist Lucia Osborne-Crowley was among a handful of people who witnessed the trial and sentencing of Ghislaine Maxwell. In 2021, Maxwell was convicted for her role in Jeffrey Epstein’s abuse of four girls. Osborne-Crowley's legal expertise has played a key role in the coverage surrounding the trial - and she's since used her findings to write a book, The Lasting Harm: Witnessing the trial of Ghislaine Maxwell. She says covering the trial a foot away from Ghislaine Maxwell herself was an

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15:19

David Walliams: comedian and actor on his new graphic...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/07/20

Comedian and author David Walliams has managed to entertain millions of young fans through his written work. Since his first book in 2008, Walliams has written 41 best-selling books with 56 million copies sold and translated into 55 different languages. He's released his first graphic novel, Astrochimp, and he's set to touch down on New Zealand shores for his upcoming tour. "I feel, because I've been pretty prolific and written lots of books, I always feel like I want to give the audience something

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5:00

Jason Walls: ZB political editor on the latest...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/07/20

It's still unclear what Darleen Tana's next step will be, despite growing calls for her to leave Parliament. Tana has yet to confirm whether she'll remain an MP - after resigning from the Green Party. The party has also released a summary of findings, showing Tana likely knew about alleged migrant exploitation at her husband's business. ZB political editor Jason Walls says the Greens still face a difficult choice regarding Tana's political future. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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6:15

Carolyn Young: Retail NZ CEO on the impact of...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/07/20

New Zealand's retail sector is still reeling from shock after Friday's unexpected outage. Businesses all over the world were impacted after a CrowdStrike update shut down transaction services for thousands of stores. Retail NZ CEO Carolyn Young says it's hard to know if something of this scale could have been prevented. "When something cuts down the line so quickly, it's very difficult to manage that when it's outside your control." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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7:48

Paul Spain: tech commentator on the wider consquences...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/07/20

Many companies are still recovering after Friday's global IT outage impacted retailers, banks - and even airlines. Friday's update by cyber security firm CrowdStrike created technical problems for several major businesses, resulting in the company's value dropping by $20 billion. Tech commentator Paul Spain says many companies will see the risks of putting all their IT in one basket - and attempt to rectify that. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:29

Francesca Rudkin: Bring on the Olympics

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/07/20

Over the last couple of weeks, the largest meeting room here at NZME has slowly been transformed into a sports commentators’ box so our sports reporters can bring you live coverage of the Paris Olympics on Gold Sport, with highlights on Newstalk ZB. They will be kicking off with the live ceremony on Friday morning, from 5.30am. I can’t wait – even if most of it is taking place in the middle of the night for us. These Olympics will be excellent company for insomniacs, and for news junkies and sports

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5:03

Joan's picks: The God of the Woods and Ask Not : The...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/07/14

The God of the Woods by Liz Moore. I loved her previous novel Long Bright River which came out a few years ago, and now she’s done it again. The wealthy Van Laar family own a summer camp on their property, from which their teenage daughter Barbara disappears - sixteen years after her eight year old brother also went missing. How could one family lose two children in such a way? There are a lot of questions, as years of grief and mystery culminate in the search for her, which also brings them answers

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3:40

Megan Singleton: BloggerAtLarge writer with her...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/07/14

Travel and photography go hand-in-hand - so how can you make the most of taking pictures on your trip? Bloggeratlarge's Megan Singleton unveiled how to get the perfect landscape photo, all while utilising what your phone can do. Read more of her tips here. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:22

The Sunday Panel: Is the US in for a chaotic election?

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/07/14

This week on the Sunday Panel, producer and journalist Irene Gardiner and partner at Freebairn and Hehir Lawyers, Liam Hehir, joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Investigations are under way after shooter opened fire at a Trump rally. The former President was narrowly grazed by a bullet before the Secret Service whisked him off stage. What do we make of this? Was this an assassination attempt? Joe Biden has been dealing with additional scrutiny following more

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4:37

Erin O'Hara: naturopath and wellness expert with tips...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/07/14

We're well and truly into winter now - which means we're more at risk of colds and other infections. From sniffles to influenza to even Covid-19, everybody's looking for a solution to fight off seasonal illnesses. Wellness expert Erin O'Hara recommends resting up and eating well to beat the symptoms of winter bugs. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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116:04

Full Show Podcast: 14 July 2024

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/07/14

On the Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin Full Show Podcast for Sunday 14 July 2024, Australian national treasure Rachel Griffiths joins Francesca to talk about the New Zealand series that won two major international awards before a single episode hit our screens - Madam. Bill Edgar confesses all about what it's like to be paid by the dying to gate crash their funerals. Francesca speaks with Restaurant Association CEO Marisa Bidois to explore why the hospitality industry is still struggling, as

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4:28

Mike Van de Elzen: Lamb Neck Rillette

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/07/14

Lamb Neck Rillette 1kg lamb neck 1 onion, halved 1 carrot, peeled ½ bunch thyme 1 tsp fennel seeds 1 tsp black peppercorns ½ tsp chilli flakes 1 small lemon 1 cup water 1 tsp vegetable stock cube 1 cup parsley chopped 1 tbsp capers, chopped Place the lamb neck into the pressure cooker with the rest of the ingredients and bring up to pressure. Turn down and allow to cook for 35 minutes. Remove from the heat, de-pressure, let the lamb cool in the pot until just warm, then pull the meat, keeping the

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3:33

Dr Michelle Dickinson: nanotechnologist on how the...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/07/14

Is the reason we have great wine today thanks to the dinosaurs going extinct? That’s what scientists conclude in a paper published in the journal Nature Plants. Humans have loved grapes for thousands of years, whether eaten fresh, dried as raisins, or fermented into wine. However, during the time of the dinosaurs, their large bodies knocked down trees, resulting in less dense forests than we see today. After the dinosaurs went extinct, forests became denser, forcing plants to compete more intensely

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5:34

Steve Newall: Flicks.co.nz editor reveals his...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/07/14

The Whānau Mārama New Zealand International Film Festival (NZIFF) kicks off at the end of the month, with plenty for Kiwis to check out. Organisers have unveiled a full programme of feature films, documentaries and short films, leaving film fans plenty of options to choose from. Flicks.co.nz editor Steve Newall unveils his picks here today. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:13

Bill Edgar: 'Coffin Confessor' details his job and...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/07/14

Bill Edgar's managed to make a solid living through working with the dead. He made a name for himself as the 'Coffin Confessor' through gate-crashing funerals and carrying out associated requests left by the dying. This brought him fame and admiration - and inspired him to write a book ‘The Afterlife Confessional’. He joined Francesca to discuss the new opportunities that came with the role. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:17

Katherine Firkin: US correspondent on Donald Trump...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/07/13

Former US President Donald Trump was rushed off the stage at a rally in Pennsylvania after the sound of gunfire disrupted the event. The Secret Service stepped in and whisked Trump into a car - with blood clearly visible on his face. US correspondent Katherine Firkin says Trump is fine and being checked at a local medical facility. "Interesting though - as his security tried to drag him off the stage, he seemed to protest for a moment and instead took a second to pump his fist victoriously to the

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6:20

George Dodson: FMG Young Farmer of the Year winner...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/07/13

George Dodson has been named the FMG Young Farmer of the Year. The 22-year-old competed against six other regional finalists in the Grand Final in Hamilton, which wrapped up last night. Their quick thinking, practical know-how and farming skills were tested across three days. Dodson says he's finding it hard to find the words to describe how he's feeling. "It's such an incredible competition with such a deeply-rooted history - so I'm just grateful, I think." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener

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15:06

Rachel Griffiths: Australian actor on starring in...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/07/13

Australian actress Rachel Griffiths has touched down on our shores to help lead the nation's newest big TV venture. Griffiths is an executive producer - and lead actress - in Three's new comedy series Madam, which managed to bring in some awards before airing on July 4. The series sees a married woman in small-town New Zealand start an ethical brothel, following her husband's affair with a sex worker. Griffiths says the show offers a feminist take on the tropes associated with sex workers. "On first

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4:38

Adam Pearse: NZ Herald political reporter the...

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin ·

2024/07/13

The Prime Minister has wrapped up his week-long diplomatic tour of the US - saying he’s achieved what he set out to do. Despite the world media being focused on President Biden's suitability for the Oval Office, Luxon managed to work his way into some important discussions at the NATO summit. NZ Herald political reporter Adam Pearse says Luxon met with several world leaders - and opened doors to possible future trade deals and additional funding. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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