In 2020, excavation work in the Christchurch suburb of Halswell uncovered stumps of 1200-year-old mataī (New Zealand blank pine). What does this discovery - and the discovery of several other buried forests in the area - mean for the people who live here, in terms of ecological, cultural and historical significance? What role might this ancient heritage play in shaping present-day connection to place? Hear from guests Craig Paulling (Environment Canterbury Councillor), David Hawke (Halswell Resi

Reimana Tutengaehe and Rachael Pelvin bring different perspectives to this discussion on what learnings can be shared from the Māori new year, as well as their hopes that this year's public holiday leads more people to embrace mātauranga Māori.

Grae, Emily and Raghii talk us through their personal journeys as trans folk, from gender dysphoria to coming out to living their true selves. An uplifting and no-holds-barred look at the transgender experience.

Our guests Natalia Chaban (University of Canterbury) and James Headley (University of Otago) talk us through what is happening in Ukraine at the moment, emphasising the political and cultural history that has led to this moment, and explaiing why the conflict will change the world.

What is anti-racism, and what can we do to support this mahi? Heather Came and Madhis Azarmandi approach this topic both as activists and academics involved in anti-racism work.

What are the benefits and barriers for people with disabilities to get into sports? We discuss this question with a focus on wheelchair sports (especially wheelchair rugby), with our expert guests Dylan Lloyd (Halberg Foundation), Cody Everson (Wheelblack), Greg Mitchell (Wheelblack coach) and Rebecca Rolls (Sport NZ).

Paul Dalziel (Agribusiness and Economics Research Unit at Lincoln University) and Nathaniel Herz-Erdinger (living Wage Aotearoa) talk us through the economics of enabling everyone to life the life they value - which starts with paying a living wage.

Conversations on human rights in our country

The Aotearoa SDG Declaration and SDG Alliance

The conclusion of the 2021 Aotearoa New Zealand SDG (Sustainable Development Goal) Summit Series saw the launch of the SDG Declaration and the SDG Alliance. What are these initiatives and what can we expect to see from them, moving forward towards 2030? Hear from guests Moko Morris and Matt Morris, who have both been heavily involved behind the scenes of the Summit Series.

Conversations on human rights in our country

A comprehensive introduction to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and discussion on how Te Tiriti can illuminate other national and international human rights documents. With guests Paul Hunt (Chief Commissioner, Human Rights Commission), Katherine Peet (Network Waitangi Otautahi) and Richard Tankersley (Ngai Tahu).

Conversations on human rights in our country

Recorded in front of a live audience as part of the Christchurch City Council's Heritage Festival 2021, this show asks us to think about 'the commons' in our city - an environment shaped by its recent experiences of crisis as well as broader economic and cultural systems. Panellists bring a wealth of experience to this topic: Te Maire Tau (Director, Ngai Tahu Research Centre, UC), Simone Reynolds (Gap Filler), Michael Reynolds (Roimata Food Commons) and Ekant Veer (UC Knowledge Commons).