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March 27, 2023 Succession, nuclear power, the upside of unemployment, and AI models
Is Succession (fourth season started last night) the GOAT of TV? Plus, do we all need to be so scared of nuclear power anymore?
Why rising unemployment could be what our economy needs, and which company is making computer generated diverse models, instead of just hiring diverse people?

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19 min
March 26, 2023 Deadly fungus, renting or buying, Afroman lawsuit, cats vs cucumbers
Is 'The Last of Us' about to come true, with a potentially deadly fungus on the move around the world? Plus, we'll look at how to shift from renter to buyer with some top tips to get into your own home.
Why Afroman is suing US police, and PLEASE STOP SCARING YOUR CATS WITH CUCUMBERS.

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20 min
March 24, 2023 Would you fly overseas to see a superstar concert?
We look at why some fans are flying to different continents to get cheaper concert tickets, and dive into more of the things which got you talking this week.

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10 min
March 23, 2023 TikTok fronts up, male contraception, Gwyneth Paltrow, Fun Fact Friday
TikToK's CEO is fronting up at Congress in the US to totally convince everyone that China isn't spying, plus we get up to speed on the latest research around men taking the pill.
Gwyneth Paltrow's in court over a skiing accident, and we're back with Fun Fact Friday.

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19 min
March 22, 2023 Posie Parker, French riots, doping runner, and do you need a degree?
What's behind the decision to let Posie Parker into NZ, and we deep dive into what's driving a wave of rioting in France.
What happens to records set by athletes caught doping, and do you actually need a degree to get into the workforce?

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20 min
March 21, 2023 All Blacks coaching, visa worries, 3D printed baking, body doubles
Why does a change of coach matter so much to the All Blacks, plus what's the kerfuffle over Posie Parker trying to come to New Zealand?
We'll find out how you can 3D print a cake, and debate the role of body doubles in international politics (as well as work out who we could double for).

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19 min
March 20, 2023 Sneaky 'service fees', climate action, Boris Johnson, and cups of tea
Why are we still putting up with sneaky service fees being added to online purchases like concert tickets? Plus, the climate report to end all climate reports is just out.
We look at the latest step in the unravelling of Boris Johnson's career, and whether a cup of tea with a bikkie is facing extinction.

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18 min
March 19, 2023 Arresting Donald Trump, can money buy happiness, tastiest Easter eggs
Donald Trump says he's about to be arrested, but could this spark a sequel to the January 6 riots? Oh, and there's a warrant out for Vladimir Putin's arrest too! WILD.
New research says money can buy happiness - BUT only up to a certain point. And what is the tastiest Easter egg?

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17 min
March 16, 2023 Golf's too easy, late to work, digger competitions, Fun Fact Friday
Golf ponders changing the balls to make it harder to do massive drives, and should people with dyslexia be allowed flexible work start times?
We talk digger competitions (you try pouring a cup of tea with a giant excavator), and Fun Fact Friday .. who'll claim bragging rights this week?

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19 min
March 15, 2023 Teachers' strike, covid tracing, phone phobia, and swearing at work
Why the teacher strike could be an ongoing headache for the government in election year, and did you know covid tracing is still happening?
We look at why people are scared of phone calls and how to combat the fear, plus swearing at work; where's the line?

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17 min

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