RDU Podcast

Interview – Jeremy Glenn, The UpBeats – 20 December

MattOrchard — Thu, 19 Dec 2019 22:42:28 +0000

Matt chats to Jeremy from The UpBeats about their upcoming EP and performance at RnA.

Christchurch Stuff with Duncan Webb – 20 November

MattOrchard — Thu, 19 Dec 2019 21:13:36 +0000

Matt chats to Duncan about Lianne Dalziel’s fundraising controversy and the highs and lows for the Labour government in 2020.

Pep’s Picks – 19 December

MattOrchard — Wed, 18 Dec 2019 22:26:37 +0000

Martyn Pepperell’s picks this week are “I See A Dime” and “Overpay, Overstay” from Galcher Lustwerk’s new album Information.

Going Green with Eugenie Sage – 19 December

MattOrchard — Wed, 18 Dec 2019 22:21:30 +0000

Matt chats to Eugenie about the highs and lows for 2019 from the Greens perspective.

Scorpio Book Review with Rebecca – 18 December

MattOrchard — Tue, 17 Dec 2019 21:12:47 +0000

This week, Rebecca from Scorpio reviews her top picks for the year!

The Guest List – Jordan Kennedy, The Butlers – 17 December

MattOrchard — Mon, 16 Dec 2019 22:21:36 +0000

Matt chats to Jordan from The Butlers about the bands rise, playing RnA and other tour related stuff

Jordan’s picks:

The Exponents – “Victoria” (1983)
The Raddlers – “Boo’s” (2019)

With thanks to NZ On Air.

Films with Nick Paris – 17 December

MattOrchard — Mon, 16 Dec 2019 22:19:14 +0000

Matt and Nick trade notes on Fast Food Nation – plus the best and the worst of the year.

Christchurch Stuff with Duncan Webb – 6 December

MattOrchard — Sun, 15 Dec 2019 22:54:48 +0000

LATE UPLOAD: Matt and Duncan discuss the decision not to change the Crusaders name, plus some tidbits around the cannabis referendum.

Art Happenings with Preston – 16 December

MattOrchard — Sun, 15 Dec 2019 22:50:25 +0000

For the last Art Happenings of the year, Matt chats to Preston about what’s on the horizon over the Xmas break and they discuss whether or not The Poetics’ “Silent Night” is bollocks.

Interview – Joel Shadbolt, L.A.B. – 13 December

MattOrchard — Thu, 12 Dec 2019 22:24:33 +0000

Matt chats to L.A.B. vocalist and guitarist, Joel Shadbolt about their latest album III.

Pep’s Picks – 12 December

MattOrchard — Thu, 12 Dec 2019 01:37:39 +0000

Martyn Pepperell is back in the house! Martyn’s picks this week are “Enchanté” and “Something To Say” from Jitwam’s new EP Enchanté.

Scorpio Book Review with Kit – 11 December

MattOrchard — Thu, 12 Dec 2019 01:33:15 +0000

This week, Kit from Scorpio reviews A Quick & Easy Guide to Queer & Trans Identities by J.R. Zuckerberg and Mady G. and A Quick & Easy Guide to They/Them Pronouns by Archie Bongiovanni and Tristan Jimerson

The Guest List – Haz Beats – 10 December

MattOrchard — Thu, 12 Dec 2019 01:28:39 +0000

Haz Beats is on The Guest List to discuss his new collaboration with Miloux, Blonde.

Track picks:

Face Killa – “Otara State Of Mind” (2009)
Avantdale Bowling Club – “F (r) iends” (2018)

Films with Nick Paris – 10 December

MattOrchard — Thu, 12 Dec 2019 01:25:34 +0000

This week, Matt and Nick trade notes on Dog Day Afternoon and The Irishman.

Interview – Nadia Reid – 5 December

MattOrchard — Wed, 04 Dec 2019 23:14:48 +0000

Matt chats to Nadia Reid about her new single and upcoming album, Out of My Province

Going Green with Eugenie Sage – 5 December

MattOrchard — Wed, 04 Dec 2019 23:12:07 +0000

Matt talks to Eugenie about the opening of New Zealand’s newest great walk.

Scorpio Book Review with Tamsin – 4 December

MattOrchard — Wed, 04 Dec 2019 00:30:19 +0000

This week, Tamsin picks her personal top 4 for the year!

The Guest List – Miriam Clancy – 3 December

MattOrchard — Mon, 02 Dec 2019 23:06:48 +0000

Matt chats to Miriam Clancy about her new album Astrology and upcoming show at Space Academy.

Miriam’s picks:

Straightjacket Fits – “Down in Splendour” (1990)
Anthonie Tonnon – “Old Images” (2018)

With thanks to NZ On Air

Scorpio Book Review with Rebecca – 27 November

MattOrchard — Tue, 26 Nov 2019 22:18:07 +0000

This week, Rebecca from Scorpio delivers a preview of several new releases the could serve as ideal Christmas purchases for various types of people in your life.

Interview – Hamish Gee, The Feelers – 27 November

MattOrchard — Tue, 26 Nov 2019 22:12:26 +0000

Matt chats to Hamish Gee, founding member of The Feelers about the bands storied career and their upcoming show with Stellar* this weekend.

The Guest List – Phoebe Hurst, WORM – 26 November

MattOrchard — Mon, 25 Nov 2019 22:59:36 +0000

Phoebe Hurst joins the Guest List to chat about her show WORM, playing tomorrow at Little Andromeda

Phoebe’s picks:

Blam Blam Blam – “There Is No Depression In New Zealand” (1992)
Emily C. Browning – “Outgoing” (2019)

With thanks to NZ On Air.

Films with Nick Paris – 26 November

MattOrchard — Mon, 25 Nov 2019 22:45:38 +0000

This week, Matt and Nick trade notes on Gosford Park and South Park: Six Days To Air

Interview – Sacha Vee, SOLE Academy Crowdfunder – 25 November

MattOrchard — Sun, 24 Nov 2019 23:07:25 +0000

Matt chats to SOLE Academy founder Sacha Vee about what the academy does and what they’re currently raising funds for.

Going Green with Chlöe Swarbrick – 21 November

MattOrchard — Wed, 20 Nov 2019 22:37:08 +0000

Chlöe Swarbrick is back on Going Green for the first time in just a bit over a year, so what a great opportunity to touch base on the Cannabis referendum, specifically the apparent decline in public support.

Scorpio Book Review with Kit – 20 November

MattOrchard — Tue, 19 Nov 2019 22:38:33 +0000

This week, Kit from Scorpio reviews Mophead: How Your Difference Makes a Difference by Selina Tusitala Marsh and The House of Madame M by Clotilde Perrin.

Media Chat with Dan Nielsen – 20 November

MattOrchard — Tue, 19 Nov 2019 22:33:58 +0000

This week, Dan and Matt discuss potential TVNZ/RNZ overhauls and NZME’s proposed purchase of Stuff.

The Guest List – Angelo Munro, Bleeders – 19 November

MattOrchard — Mon, 18 Nov 2019 22:47:34 +0000

Matt chats to Bleeders vocalist, Angelo Munro, about the bands new EP and upcoming show at Club Tavern this Thursday.

Angelo’s picks:

Nothing At All! – “Busted” (2009)
Tamaryn – “Path to Love” (2019)

With thanks to NZ On Air

Art Happenings with Preston – 18 November

MattOrchard — Sun, 17 Nov 2019 21:41:50 +0000

Preston joins us all the way from South Carolina for the weeks art happenings, and we discuss whether or not Hugo Ball is bollocks.

Scorpio Book Review with Tamsin – 13 November

MattOrchard — Tue, 12 Nov 2019 21:43:43 +0000

This week, Tamsin from Scorpio reviews Bruny by Heather Rose

The Guest List with Dione Piquette – 12 November

MattOrchard — Mon, 11 Nov 2019 22:57:30 +0000

Matt chats to Dione Piquette of Streakers about the upcoming gig Summer Party at Embankment Tavern.

Dione’s picks:

The Datsuns – “Blacken My Thumb” (2004)
Dead Favours – “Disposition” (2019)

Films with Nick Paris – 12 November

MattOrchard — Mon, 11 Nov 2019 22:52:08 +0000

This week, Matt and Nick trade notes on South Park: Bigger Longer and Uncut and A Narrow Margin.

Christchurch Stuff with Duncan Webb – 8 November

MattOrchard — Thu, 07 Nov 2019 22:51:57 +0000

Matt chats to Duncan about his objections to James Gough’s approach to rejuvenating the city and his opinion on whether or not Dion Swiggs is getting a fair shake from council.

Scorpio Book Review with Rebecca – 6 November

MattOrchard — Tue, 05 Nov 2019 23:29:10 +0000

This week, Rebecca from Scorpio reviews Girl by Edna O’Brien.

The Guest List – Toby Manhire, Editor of The Spinoff – 5 November

MattOrchard — Mon, 04 Nov 2019 23:05:16 +0000

Matt chats to Toby Manhire about The Spinoff’s rise and their new book, creatively titled The Spinoff Book.

Toby’s picks:

The 3Ds 3Ds – “Outer Space” (1992)
Tiny Ruins – “Olympic Girls” (2019)

With thanks to NZ On Air

Films with Nick Paris – 5 November

MattOrchard — Mon, 04 Nov 2019 23:00:52 +0000

This week, Matt and Nick trade notes on The King of New York and Succession.

Rach’s Picks – 31 October

MattOrchard — Wed, 30 Oct 2019 22:59:05 +0000

RDU alum Rachel Morton is taking over the Pep’s Picks segment for the next several weeks! Rachel’s picks this week are “You Did It Yourself” and “All-Boy All-Girl” from Arthur Russell.

Seymour’s Say – 31 October

MattOrchard — Wed, 30 Oct 2019 22:56:15 +0000

In this special redux edition of Seymour’s Say, Matt plays devil’s advocate and puts arguments for strengthening vaping regulations to David.

Films with Nick Paris – 30 October

MattOrchard — Tue, 29 Oct 2019 21:37:53 +0000

This week, Matt and Nick trade notes on Meatballs and Screwball.

The Guest List – Liam Ryan, The Sou’westers – 29 October

MattOrchard — Mon, 28 Oct 2019 23:05:22 +0000

Liam Ryan of The Sou’westers (and The Narcs, among others) joins the Guest List to chat about the band and their joint shows with cricketing legend John Wright, including a gig this Friday at Rangiora Town Hall.

Liam’s picks are:

The Narcs – “Heart and Soul” (1984)
Tiki Taane – “Serendipity” (2019)

With thanks to NZ On Air.

Interview – Levi Hawken and Dr. Reuben Woods, Urban Abstract – 25 October

MattOrchard — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 22:48:08 +0000

Matt chats to artist Levi Hawken and Dr. Reuben Woods from Fiksate about Fiksate’s latest exhibition, Urban Abstract.

Christchurch Stuff with Duncan Webb – 25 October

MattOrchard — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 22:45:22 +0000

Matt chats to Duncan about police pursuits and the End of Life Choice Bill.

Interview – Dominic “Tourettes” Hoey – 24 October

MattOrchard — Wed, 23 Oct 2019 22:31:08 +0000

Matt chats to Dominic “Tourettes” Hoey about his new collection of poetry I Thought We’d Be Famous.

Going Green with Eugenie Sage – 24 October

MattOrchard — Wed, 23 Oct 2019 22:28:12 +0000

Matt chats to Eugenie Sage about the plight of native birds in the face of climate change.

Scorpio Book Review with Dave – 23 October

MattOrchard — Tue, 22 Oct 2019 22:40:58 +0000

This week, Dave from Scorpio reviews The Fifth Season by N. K. Jemisin and gives a sneak preview of the upcoming novel Agency by William Gibson.

Media Chat with Daniel Nielsen – 23 October

MattOrchard — Tue, 22 Oct 2019 22:35:48 +0000

Matt chats to Dan about RNZ sharing content with commercial outlets, Canta’s editorial independence from UCSA and the dire status of Three.

The Guest List – Texas Holdem, Skinny Hobos – 22 October

MattOrchard — Mon, 21 Oct 2019 22:54:10 +0000

Matt chats to Texas Holdem, drummer for Skinny Hobos, about the band’s recent releases, music videos and upcoming Summer Party gig at Embankment Tavern.

Texas’ picks:

The Mutton Birds – “Dominion Road” (1992)
City of Souls – “Ferryman” (2019)

Films with Nick Paris – 22 October

MattOrchard — Mon, 21 Oct 2019 22:39:23 +0000

This week, Matt and Nick trade notes on Arlington Road and El Camino.

Art Happenings with Julia Harvey – 21 October

MattOrchard — Sun, 20 Oct 2019 21:48:25 +0000

Julia subs in for Preston to cover the art happenings for this week! Her and Matt also discuss whether or not John Armleder’s 16 Great Turn-Ons is bollocks.

Interview – Andy Brigden and Chris Archer, FoUNd: Festival of the (Un)dead – 21 October

MattOrchard — Sun, 20 Oct 2019 21:45:39 +0000

Matt chats to FoUNd Festival Director, Andy Brigden and humble composer/pianist, Chris Archer about this years festival with a particular focus on the special screening of Nosferatu in the Great Hall at the Arts Centre.

Scorpio Book Review with Tamsin – 16 October

MattOrchard — Tue, 15 Oct 2019 22:47:53 +0000

This week, Tamsin from Scorpio reviews Fifteen Million Years in Antarctica by Rebecca Priestley

The Guest List – Bridges (Rachel Hamilton) – 15 October

MattOrchard — Mon, 14 Oct 2019 22:34:59 +0000

Matt chats to Rachel Hamilton about her debut single “Sister” from her new project, Bridges.

Rachel’s picks:

Ladyhawke – “My Delirium” (2008)
BEING. – “Fold Into The Sea” (2018)

Films with Nick Paris – 15 October

MattOrchard — Mon, 14 Oct 2019 22:29:59 +0000

This week Matt and Nick discuss Season 2 of Mind Hunter and A Quiet Place.

Art Happenings with Preston – 14 October

MattOrchard — Mon, 14 Oct 2019 22:24:57 +0000

Matt and Preston discuss the week’s art happenings and whether or not Jerome Rothenberg’s “A Glass Tube of Ecstasy” is bollocks

Christchurch Stuff with Duncan Webb – 11 October

MattOrchard — Thu, 10 Oct 2019 23:58:11 +0000

Matt talks to Duncan about an update on Cathedral restoration, poor local election turnout and 16 year olds voting.

Interview – Sam Prebble, Love Bytes – 11 October

MattOrchard — Thu, 10 Oct 2019 23:56:10 +0000

Matt chats to Sam Prebble, the filmmaker behind ‘Love Bytes,’ which is playing in the Freaky Futures session at the Show Me Shorts Film Festival this year.

Interview – Kate Owen – 10 October

MattOrchard — Thu, 10 Oct 2019 00:18:08 +0000

Mat chats to Kate Owen (formerly Kate Anastasiou) about her upcoming single, album and live show at Lyttelton Arts Factory.

Going Green with James Shaw – 10 October

MattOrchard — Wed, 09 Oct 2019 23:42:25 +0000

Matt chats to James Shaw about the prospect of giving 16 year olds the right to vote.

Scorpio Book Review with Kit – 9 October

MattOrchard — Wed, 09 Oct 2019 22:59:51 +0000

This week, Kit from Scorpio reviews The Little Ghost Who Lost Her Boo! by Elaine Bickell & Raymond McGrath, Dracula Spectacular by Lucy Rowland and Ben Mantle and Pumpkinheads by Rainbow Rowell and Faith Erin Hicks.

Media Chat with Daniel Nielsen – 9 October

MattOrchard — Wed, 09 Oct 2019 22:52:01 +0000

Matt chats to Dan about Chinese media in NZ and a rebellion at Sports Illustrated

The Guest List – Alex and Omer, Alfred Bar/Gatherings – 8 October

MattOrchard — Mon, 07 Oct 2019 22:59:16 +0000

Matt chats to Alex and Omer of Alfred Bar and Gatherings about all the two venues have to offer side by side on Carlton Corner.

Their picks:

The Naked And Famous – “Punching in a Dream” (2010)
Junus Orca – “Red Glow” (2019)

Films with Nick Paris – 8 October

MattOrchard — Mon, 07 Oct 2019 22:54:27 +0000

This week, Matt and Nick trade notes on Part 2 of I Love You, Now Die and 1900.

Meet The Candidates – Darryll Park – 8 October

MattOrchard — Mon, 07 Oct 2019 22:51:16 +0000

It actually came to pass! Darryll Park, the last of the “Big 3”, claims his 10 minutes on RDU.

Meet The Candidates – Adrian Schonborn – 4 October

MattOrchard — Thu, 03 Oct 2019 23:53:54 +0000

Matt chats to Adrian Schonborn about his vision for Christchurch.

Pep’s Picks – 3 October

MattOrchard — Wed, 02 Oct 2019 23:59:08 +0000

Martyn Pepperell’s picks this week are “Matsudo City Life” and “Mountain Song” from Sui Zhen’s new album Losing, Linda

Interview – Gina Dellabarca, Show Me Shorts – 3 October

MattOrchard — Wed, 02 Oct 2019 23:55:21 +0000

Matt chats to Gina Dellabarca, the Festival Director of Show Me Shorts, about this years programme.

Scorpio Book Review with Rebecca – 2 October

MattOrchard — Tue, 01 Oct 2019 21:17:33 +0000

Matt expresses his dissatisfaction with Booker finalist Ducks, Newburyport and Rebecca reviews Boy Giant: Son of Gulliverby Michael Morpurgo.

The Guest List – Mousey – 1 October

MattOrchard — Tue, 01 Oct 2019 01:37:19 +0000

Matt chats to Mousey about her new album Lemon Law and upcoming tour.

Mousey’s picks are:

The Reduction Agents – “The Pool” (2006)
Pickle Darling – “Rinse Spin Cycle / Nicholas Cage” (2019)

Films with Nick Paris – 1 October

MattOrchard — Tue, 01 Oct 2019 01:31:21 +0000

This week, Matt and Nick trade notes on Part 1 of I Love You, Now Die and Once Upon a Time in the West.

Pep’s Picks – 26 September

MattOrchard — Thu, 26 Sep 2019 01:54:06 +0000

Martyn Pepperell’s picks this week are “Are These My Memories” and “Love That Bird” Steve Hiett posthumous release, Girls In The Grass.

Going Green with Marama Davidson – 26 September

MattOrchard — Wed, 25 Sep 2019 22:51:47 +0000

Matt chats to Green Co-Leader, Marama Davidson, about potential reforms around renting in New Zealand.

Media Chat with Daniel Nielsen – 25 September

MattOrchard — Tue, 24 Sep 2019 22:26:45 +0000

Matt and Dan chat about “pay to play” accusations around Maori TV, how to cover incidents like the Deon Swiggs controversy and the Christchurch Call.

Scorpio Book Review with Dave – 25 September

MattOrchard — Tue, 24 Sep 2019 22:24:17 +0000

This week, Dave from Scorpio reviews The Overstory by Richard Power.

The Guest List – Mo Muse – 24 September

MattOrchard — Mon, 23 Sep 2019 22:31:03 +0000

Matt chats to Mo Muse about his debut LP First Generation, out this Friday.

Mo’s picks are:

Raiza Biza – “Chuck Daly (feat. PNC)” (2014)
1174 – “We Met in France” (2019)

Films with Nick Paris – 24 September

MattOrchard — Mon, 23 Sep 2019 22:23:50 +0000

This week, Matt and Nick trade notes on All The President’s Men and That’s My Bush.

Meet The Candidates – Robin McCarthy – 20 September

MattOrchard — Fri, 20 Sep 2019 00:13:38 +0000

Matt chats to Robin McCarthy, mainly about assets.

Meet The Candidates – Peter Wakeman – 20 September

MattOrchard — Fri, 20 Sep 2019 00:07:37 +0000

Matt chats to Peter Wakeman about his platform and near term extinction.

Scorpio Book Review with Tamsin – 18 September

MattOrchard — Wed, 18 Sep 2019 00:11:25 +0000

This week, Tamsin from Scorpio reviews The World That We Knew by Alice Hoffman.

Interview – Justin DeHart, The LA Percussion Quartet – 18 September

MattOrchard — Wed, 18 Sep 2019 00:05:58 +0000

Matt chats to Justin DeHart of The LA Percussion Quartet about their upcoming performance of the new James Garner concerto Gyre – (Ghosts With Accents) at this Saturdays Lamb and Hayward Masterworks: The Planets with the CSO.

Meet The Candidates – JT Anderson – 13 September

MattOrchard — Thu, 12 Sep 2019 23:57:56 +0000

Matt lets JT Read the full statement that got him kicked out of a the Christchurch Housing Forum earlier this week, then does a bit of follow up on a couple of his policies.

Interview – Mark Williams, Fat Freddy’s Drop – 13 September

MattOrchard — Thu, 12 Sep 2019 23:52:40 +0000

Matt chats to Mark Williams (MC Slave) of Fat Freddy’s Drop about next year’s Waitangi Day gig The Horncastle Hoon!

Pep’s Picks – 12 September

MattOrchard — Thu, 12 Sep 2019 00:19:46 +0000

Martyn Pepperell’s picks this week are “Aglarsa Anam Aglar” and “Karadeniz” from Grup Doğuş 1975 self-titled album.

Scorpio Book Review with Rebecca – 11 September

MattOrchard — Wed, 11 Sep 2019 00:30:16 +0000

This week, Rebecca from Scorpio runs through the 2019 Booker Prize finalists:

The Testaments by Margaret Atwood.
Ducks, Newburyport by Lucy Ellmann.
Girl, Woman, Other by Bernardine Evaristo.
An Orchestra of Minorities by Chigozie Obioma.
Quichotte by Salman Rushdie.
10 Minutes 38 Seconds in This Strange World by Elif Shafak

Media Chat with Dan Nielsen – 11 September

MattOrchard — Wed, 11 Sep 2019 00:27:25 +0000

Matt and Dan chat about the new book The Broken Estate, Kea Kids news and memes.

The Guest List – Harry and Guido, Fly The Roof – 10 September

MattOrchard — Tue, 10 Sep 2019 00:10:33 +0000

Matt chats to Harry and Guido of Fly The Roof about their project to raise money for Emboreet Primary School in Tanzania and their fundraising event for that same cause tonight at Grater Goods.

Their picks are:

The Black Seeds – “Fire” (2011)
Malsa – “Work of Fiction (feat. Cassie Henderson)” (2019)

Films with Nick Paris – 10 September

MattOrchard — Tue, 10 Sep 2019 00:04:15 +0000

Matt and Nick trade notes on The Accountant of Auschwitz and De-Tox.

Meet The Candidates – Stephen McPaike – 10 September

MattOrchard — Tue, 10 Sep 2019 00:00:55 +0000

Matt chats to another Mayoral hopeful, Stephen McPaike.

Art Happenings with Preston – 9 September

MattOrchard — Mon, 09 Sep 2019 00:58:17 +0000

This week, Matt and Preston talk about the weeks art happenings and whether or not Karel Appel’s Poème Barbare is bollocks

Meet The Candidates – Jim Glass – 9 September

MattOrchard — Mon, 09 Sep 2019 00:53:46 +0000

Matt went in to this interview not actually knowing what Jim’s platform was. Turns out he’s not having a bar of Climate Change.

Meet The Candidates – Mayor Lianne Dalziel – 6 September

MattOrchard — Thu, 05 Sep 2019 23:25:49 +0000

Matt chats to incumbent Lianne Dalziel about her record and vision for the future.

Pep’s Picks – 5 September

MattOrchard — Wed, 04 Sep 2019 23:36:34 +0000

Martyn Pepperell’s picks this week are “Tape 1” and “Robodub 3” from Robotalco new album Callisto

Meet The Candidates – John Minto – 5 September

MattOrchard — Wed, 04 Sep 2019 23:30:04 +0000

Matt’s on a quest to talk to every candidate for Mayor who bothers replying to him email. First up, John Minto of Keep Our Assets Canterbury.

Scorpio Book Review with Kit – 4 September

MattOrchard — Wed, 04 Sep 2019 00:19:49 +0000

This week, Kit from Scorpio reviews The Bomb (Te Pohu) By Sacha Cotter (Illustrated by Josh Morgan) and My First Words in Maori by Stacey Morrison

Interview – James Shaw, What’s Next, Christchurch? – 3 September

MattOrchard — Mon, 02 Sep 2019 23:52:47 +0000

Call it a bonus round of Going Green if you like! Green Co-Leader James Shaw pops in the studio to talk about the event he’s doing at Little Neighborhood this evening, as well as our prospects of hitting zero carbon by 2050

The Guest List – Alan Duff – 3 September

MattOrchard — Mon, 02 Sep 2019 23:49:54 +0000

Renowned author of many books (most famously Once Were Warriors and What Becomes of the Broken Hearted?) Alan Duff joins The Guest List to discuss his latest work of non-fiction A Conversation With My Country as well as other socio-political issues in New Zealand.

Alan’s Picks:

Dave Dobbyn – “You Oughta Be In Love” (1986)
TEEKS – “Wash Over Me” (2017)

Art Happenings with Preston – 2 September

MattOrchard — Mon, 02 Sep 2019 01:12:03 +0000

Matt chats to Preston about the week’s art happenings and whether or not “Recitation Number 10” by Georges Aperghis is bollocks.

Interview – Jessie and Amber, Still…World Suicide Prevention Day – 2 September

MattOrchard — Mon, 02 Sep 2019 01:10:07 +0000

Matt chats to Jessie and Amber, organisers of the upcoming event “Still…” 15 minutes of silence in Cathedral Square marking World Suicide Prevention Day on Tuesday, September 10th

Christchurch Stuff with Duncan Webb – 30 August

MattOrchard — Thu, 29 Aug 2019 23:37:25 +0000

Matt pesters Duncan about the city still looking like a tip (in many areas) and inquirers in to his mediocre facebook rating.

Going Green with Jan Logie – 29 August

MattOrchard — Thu, 29 Aug 2019 00:47:25 +0000

Matt chats to Justice Under-secretary, Jan Logie, about proposed reforms to sexual assault legislation.

Scorpio Book Review with Dave – 28 August

MattOrchard — Wed, 28 Aug 2019 00:06:28 +0000

This week, Dave from Scorpio reviews Night Boat to Tangier by Kevin Barry

The Guest List – Snap, Make It Legal Fundraiser – 27 August

MattOrchard — Mon, 26 Aug 2019 23:49:57 +0000

Matt chats to Snap of Ōtautahi On Air (Monday Drive) and prolific comic and comedy organiser about town about the upcoming “Grass Roots – Make It Legal Fundraiser” coming up this weekend.

Snap’s picks:

Pacifier- “Comfort Me” (2003)
Two Bishop Cult – “Couch Potato” (2019)

With thanks to NZ On Air