RDU Podcast

Daniel Nielsen makes his fortnightly appearance to discuss various goings on in the media world. This week, Matt and Dan chat about RNZ and NZ On Air’s brewing battle over funds, the first casualties in Facebook’s algorithm change and Sky’s recent decision to adjust their ridiculous prices.

Jay from Sadhana is away again this week so Drop in Dale drops in and after the surf report Matt pulls out the track “Break Stuff” by the profoundly divisive Nu-Metal band, Limp Bizkit. Will it sink or will it swim? It was down to the wire, much to Matt’s astonishment.

Matt interviews visionary innovator and founder of Misty Cove Wines, Andrew Bailey, about their new range of wines in a can. They also discuss the all-star lineup of DJs Misty Cove’s got booked for the up-coming official product launch party.

This week, Martyn Pepperell Guides us through a couple of cuts from “Animus”, the debut album from Mexican-American producer, DEBIT

This week, Suli recommends setting aside at least 3 times each week to execute an exercise regime. Matt then explains how you can get all your exercise in just by changing the way you watch TV.

Mike King calls in to talk about his nationwide tour addressing youth suicide and helping communities connect more with their youth.

This week, Rachel brings in two children’s books that have caught her eye in recent weeks: “The Everywhere Bear” by Julia Donaldson (illustrated by Rebecca Cobb) and “The Poet’s Dog” by Patricia MacLachlan.

This week, Matt and Tim explore whether or not we should scrap loitering legislation and Tim breaks down our scalping laws (they’re bloody loose).

There’s a yoga, dance, well-being extravaganza lined up for the weekend so two of the organisers, Jocelyn and Jodie, call in to give us the down low on what’s going on!

Matt chats to Echo Oh’s front woman, Yolanda Fagan, about their US tour, upcoming darkspace gig and being abducted by aliens.