Today on Dear Science, Milly and Casper join an overseas Dr. Joel Rindelaub to recap the HUGE science of 2022! From volcanoes, to nuclear fission discoveries, all the way to outer space with the James Webb telescope, they're covering off what was a great year for science and ramping up for a 2023 of science discoveries. 

Lachie Scarsbrook talks to Milly on the Tuesday Wire about some exciting new research in the fossil field. Studies so far have revealed an ancient Gecko, being one of the largest in New Zealand. Working alongside Iwi and Hapu Maori, scientists are working thier way through the fossils of New Zealand, using unique DNA techniques. 

With one of the most internationally famous NZ Prime Ministers leaving office, many are discussing her legacy - particular her legacy overseas.

Geoffrey Miller, international analyst for the Democracy Project, wrote about Jacinda Ardern’s outsized foreign policy legacy, and chatted about this with Casper.

Alice is back for all your thespian needs, and she kicks off the year by chatting to Julia Croft, live from Belgium, about the 2023 Festival of Live Art, F.O.L.A.! Whakarongo mai nei! 

Health psychologist and honorary research fellow at Auckland University, Dr Kate MacKrill, comes in to chat about her research into how the media's reporting on the side effects of the Covid-19 vaccine impacted people's experiences or perceptions of it. Whakarongo mai nei! 

Dbldbl and L V J swing by the studio to chat about their upcoming gig at Whammy Backroom this Saturday with imugi and Caru! Whakarongo mai nei! 

This week on the Tuesday Wire, Joel Rindelaub joined Casper and Milly over the phone for Dear Science.

Casper spoke to National's Shane Reti about political polarisation as well as Geoffrey Miller from the Democracy Project about Jacinda Ardern's foreign policy legacy.

And Milly talked to Lachie Scarsbrook about the discovery of a new ancient gecko and UoA's Chris Pook about new Kawakawa research and usage.

A lovely sunny monday Morning Glory, as Liam takes you through various vibes of sad indie folk, re-released classics, and songs from teen film soundtracks. Features music from The Strokes, Bleeding Star, Clap Your Hands Say Yeah, Doechii and more! Thanks, Tuning Fork!

Welcome to The Wire for Rāhina Monday!

Spike speaks to:

- Political commentator Russell Brown about Chris Hipkins' ascension to PM and what his leadership could mean for the Labour party

- Casey Spearin from KnowYourStuff about recent drug checking service government funding, and the summer festival season

Arno speaks to:

- Professor Robert MacCulloch on the economic impacts of Ardern's resignation

- Professor Chris Bullen on Ardern's leadership during the pandemic

And on Tomorrow's World:

- Stella speaks to Miriam from the EPA about a new fungi recently cleared for cultivation in New Zealand 

Spike speaks to political commentator Russell Brown about Chris Hipkins' ascension to PM, and what his leadership could mean for the Labour party.