As the conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran continues to unfold, concerns are growing not just about escalation, but about what this means for international law.

Recent comments from US President Donald Trump have drawn criticism from legal experts, with some warning that this kind of rhetoric could have serious implications in terms of war crimes and accountability.

Producer Pranuja spoke with Professor Treasa Dunworth from the University of Auckland about how these developments are being viewed through an international law lens, and what role countries like New Zealand should be playing in response.

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HALFQUEEN is joined by Chris Fowlie for Marijuana Media, thanks to The Hemp Store!

95bFM Drive thanks to The Beer Spot!

The use of AI across industries and governments is increasing at a rapid rate. However, recent gaffs involving improper AI usage in government agencies have continued to raise concerns about these tools’ shortcomings, and how well regulated they are.

In Aotearoa New Zealand, the government has provided advice on how agencies should go about using AI, but has stopped short of regulating this technology itself.

This week, experts will be gathering at the University of Auckland for the Law, Technology, and Government Conference, which will discuss government use and regulation of AI, amongst other issues.

This morning, producer Theo was joined by Professor Alexandra Andhov, an organiser and speaker at the conference, to discuss Aotearoa New Zealand’s approach to AI and government.

It's Ella & Kaitlyn's first trip around The 95bFM Top Ten sun. The countdown is absolutely fire btw. 

Last Friday, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown announced the signing of a new ‘City Deal’.

The deal will see closer partnership between the central government and Auckland Council, coordinating planning in areas such as infrastructure and transportation.

The deal will see a long-term partnership between the government and council, with regular meetings and cooperation on strategies for innovation and transportation, with reviews of sporting venues such as Eden Park and the Auckland Tennis Centre.

However, the deal has been critiqued by some as being a collection of promises without any new funding. 

So for our weekly catch-up with the Green Party’s Ricardo Menéndez March,  he and producer Theo discussed the signing of the Auckland City Deal, and how the Green Party would work with Auckland Council on issues such as transportation and infrastructure.

For our monthly catch-up with The Labour Party, Rosetta and Milly are joined by Willow-Jean Prime, for a chat about the where the polls are sitting, Labour's concerns over the FTA with India, and the Government's response to the fuel crisis thus far. Whakarongo mai nei!

Over the weekend, Hungary held its 2026 general election, which saw the largest voter turnout in Hungary’s history as a democratic state. The electrified populace delivered a landslide victory for the relatively new ‘Respect and Freedom party,’ securing them a two-thirds majority in parliament. 

Incumbent Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has lost power after 16 years. For some younger voters, he is the only Prime Minister they can remember. Orbán has been a controversial figure throughout his long political career. To some, he is a power-hungry authoritarian who has stood in the way of European unity. To his supporters— which include US president Donald Trump—he is precisely the kind of strongman that a country like Hungary needs.

Producer Toby spoke to Chris Ogden, professor of global studies at Auckland University, about what Orbán’s defeat means for the future of global authoritarianism.

Elle spoke to Molina about her single released February this year, Golden Brown Sugar. Rebecca spoke about her working relationships and friendships with contemporaries such as Smerz, ML Buch, Astride Sonne and Fine, her turn towards acoustic instruments and how the space between releases leads to greater exploration within her music.

Molina is a Danish-Chilean producer and musician based in Copenhagen. Golden Brown Sugar, is full of grounded imagery within a lyrically complex narrative. One texter said they wanted it played at their funeral.

liv's mom is back and she has waiata to play for you! featuring goldenhorse, the holidaymakers, and SO MUCH MORE! whakarongo mai nei! 

Thanks to The Tuning Fork !

Rosetta has a chat with Liza of DROOK - a Viriginia indie band making their overseas debut with an Aotearoa tour this month and next, presented by A Low Hum! Whakarongo mai nei!