Science communicator Jen Martin joins Kathryn with some quirky new research including the reasons why using text abbreviations in text messages can change the way people feel about the person sending the message.

Kathryn talks with Christchurch podiatrist Simon Wheeler about how to choose the best shoes for your feet. Simon will take your questions. Text 2101 or email [email protected]

Ariki Rigby's murderer was sentenced to life in prison. Gisborne's forestry sector are looking to replant 100,000 hectares of forestry and pasture back into native bush.

Kiran Dass reviews Audition by Katie Kitamura published by Fern Press

Do you sleep with your phone in your bedroom? Always have it with you? Find yourself constantly checking notifications?

Australia correspondent Karen Middleton joins Kathryn to talk about the latest political polls ten days out from the election which point to Anthony Albanese's government being returned.

A world-renowned helicopter emergency specialist is making the case for doctors to be on all air ambulance flights, to save more lives.

An alcohol and drug counsellor says thousands of criminals are missed out on potential rehabilitation options, because an alcohol and drug report has not been sought for them.

For those with a student loan and living overseas - the start of the month came with a hit to their bank account.

Sports correspondent Glen Larmer.