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Audio Archive - Bird At 100 (Charlie Parker)

Hosted by Glen and Eddie. Charlie Parker was one of the titans of the jazz world and he would have turned 100 this year. We celebrate both his life and his music with a number of great songs chosen from my fathers extensive collection (54 separate recordings, close to 100 hours of the man's music!) Hear one of the true geniuses of the jazz world. This will be part one of a number of shows devoted to Charlie, your chance listen to a virtuoso at work. Produced by Manawatū People's Radio, with support from New Zealand On Air. Listen On Demand

Episode 102 - 2026 Sanremo Music Festival

In this episode, Franco features standout songs from the 2026 Sanremo Music Festival, including performances by Sal Da Vinci, Safe, Dito nella Piaga, Arisa, Fedez with Marco Masini, Night, Fulminacci and Elmer Mehta. The host highlights each of the top entries and shares a selection of tracks that showcase the variety and energy of this year’s competition. Produced by Manawatū People’s Radio with support from New Zealand On Air. Listen On Demand

Episode 680 - Artists with H Surnames

Ray Woodley presents a selection of recordings by artists whose surnames begin with the letter H, featuring performances from Lena Horne, Earl Hines, Annette Hanshaw, Coleman Hawkins, Dick Haymes, Bobby Hackett, Michael Holliday, Fletcher Henderson and Billie Holiday. Produced by Manawatū People’s Radio with support from New Zealand On Air. Listen On Demand

Episode 36 - Chapter 16 The Killing of Dhenukasura Page 136-Page 140

Jagdish continues reading from Krishna, the Supreme Personality of Godhead, completing the chapter on the killing of Dhenuka Sura and beginning the next chapter on Krishna subduing Kaliya. The talk describes Krishna and Balarama’s actions in the Talavana forest, the defeat of Dhenuka Sura and his companions, and Krishna’s protection of the cowherd boys. It then introduces the story of Kaliya poisoning the Yamuna and Krishna’s decision to confront the serpent. Produced by Manawatū People’s Radio with support from New Zealand On Air. Listen On Demand

Episode 11 - Am I Bad At Orgies

Justin, Cam, and Zak explore the barriers that stop people from creating art, drawing on their own experiences with writing, drawing, performance and confidence. They discuss comparison, vulnerability, fear of judgement, skill development, and the misconception that creativity is only for “experts”, before wrapping up with their lightning‑round questions. Produced by Manawatū People’s Radio with support from New Zealand On Air. Listen On Demand

Episode 14 - Long Covid Awareness Day, LCSA, Louise Thornley

Special Interest Interview: This week we catch up with Larisa Hockey, Chair of Long Covid Support Aotearoa. We talk about what has changed over the last 6 years, and what is still needed to support people with Long Covid. www.longcovidsupport.co.nz Lived Experience Interview: We meet Louise Thornley, who had lived experience of chronic illness, before she developed Long Covid. She shares her journey and insights on living with these illnesses. Produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand on Air. Listen On Demand

11-03-2026

Kevin Reilly shares a mix of news and stories from Ireland, including a new music wall at Dublin Airport, major investment in weight‑loss drug manufacturing, and the challenges facing Irish citizens in the Middle East. He also looks at political debate around the Belfast Stories project, ongoing calls for justice over the 1981 Stardust fire, and continued concerns about paramilitary extortion and rising rental pressures. Produced by Manawatū People’s Radio with support from New Zealand On Air. Listen On Demand

Episode 68 - To Label or not To Label

'To Label or not to Label' That is the question, and you guys ANSWERED! We chat labels on spines, covers or not at all. Produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of NZ On Air. Listen On Demand

Episode 511 - Kesha Says No to Whitehouse, While head phones could make you gay

Cam, Matt, Andi and Skye cover the week’s stories, including an English footballer suspended for using an anti‑gay slur, plans to demolish the Pulse nightclub site for a memorial, and a complaint over Hilary Cass’s BBC interview on trans healthcare. They also discuss Kesha criticising the White House for using her song in a pro‑war video, and Joe Locke’s Emmy win for Heartstopper. Produced by Manawatū People’s Radio with support from New Zealand On Air. Listen On Demand

Episode 175

A show of Chinese-language radio show in 3 parts, in both Mandarin and Cantonese, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air. Listen On Demand
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This show is a platform to talk about the game of Bridge in general - play, results, interviews and discussion at all levels of the game! First broadcast on FreeFM in Waikato!
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Radiolab is a show about curiosity. Where sound illuminates ideas, and the boundaries blur between science, philosophy, and human experience.
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Join a rotating cast of presenters as they zig-zag their way across New Zealand’s musical landscape.
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