The epic team that is Sports Team take over the show today, featuring some chats with the Mayor; Julie Zhu talking about her new documentary series, Takeout Kids; Stage Direction with Alice; and some learning on Ready Steady Learn. Whakarongo mai! 

Alice is here to chat about the theatre world and some funding news. Whakarongo mai! 

The Mayor's on the line chatting about public consultation on the budget, Alfresco dining, and his retirement from politics after over 40 years. Whakarongo mai! 

Acting head of Elam School of Fine Arts and Design, Fiona Jack, comes up to chat about her new artwork, Everything. 

3 hours to take you there and being you back...

Valentine's Day has held a long tradition for lovers with high expectations becoming rife in modern day society. University of Auckland's Dr Jessica Maxwell spoke with Charlie about monogamous and non-monogamous relationship, how to have a successful dating life, and why being single can still be fun this day.

Due to the current COVID-19 red light restrictions the Auckland Arts Festival had to cancel their live indoor events. Artistic Director for the festical, Shona McCullagh, discussed with Charlie the response from artists, how the festival will be moving forward, and what great events you can still get involved in. 

Richard Wagstaff, President of the CTU spoke to Casper about the government's recent announcement of an increase in the minimum wage up to $21.20 an hour. The CTU supports the increase but wants the governemnt to go further and implement a living wage. Casper also talked to Retail NZ's Chief Executive, Greg Harford who opposed the increase. This opposition is based on the impact the higher minimum wage may have on businesses that are already struggling.