The Long Read from Stuff

After receiving some unfortunate health news, Senior reporter Martin van Beynen planned an adventure that would test his superb tramping skills. What could go wrong?

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Written and read by Martin van Beynen

Produced by Jen Black

Audio editing by John Ropiha

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Every murder case has an “aha” moment. It can be anything from a smoking gun to a confession, and sometimes even a hoof print can provide a breakthrough.

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Written and read by Deborah Morris

Produced by Jen Black

Audio editing by John Ropiha

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The F#$%ing News flips the script on the news - short, upbeat, inspirational and f%$#ing good fun journalism with the nation’s favourite everyman reporter, Paddy Gower.

TFN sees Paddy talking to Kiwis who are the good, the great and the brains of our nation.

This podcast is hosted by Paddy Gower and Executive Produced by Jon Bridges. It's made in partnership between Stuff and Believer Media.

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A stolen baby, a student, and the cracking of a 70-year secret. A forced adoption led to scars and secrets. But, thanks to a DNA detective, Di Hill now has the answer to a question she’s been asking forever: Who am I? 

WARNING: This podcast contains references to sexual assault, which may be distressing for some listeners. For free help, text or call 1737, 24 hours.

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Written and read by Paula Penfold

Produced by Jen Black

Audio editing by Connor Scott

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The 1980 Hague Convention was meant to protect against children being abducted by a parent. Today, it is frequently used by abusive parents to force their partners into an unenviable choice: lose their child or live within reach of their abusers.

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Written and read by Maddy Croad

Produced by Jen Black

Audio editing by John Ropiha

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You definitely won’t recognise her. You probably won’t even know her name. But from her bedroom in Blenheim, Lucy Blakiston has become a big deal on the internet.

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Written and read by Bridget Jones

Produced by Jen Black

Audio editing by Connor Scott

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New Zealand has had so many high-profile female firsts ‒ then there are the everyday women who also made a difference. Hear the stories of the unapologetic abortionist, the first suffragist, the seditious woman, and the house of ill repute.

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Written and read by Deborah Morris

Produced by Jen Black

Audio editing by John Ropiha

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Mothers can do anything, and sports organizations are finally catching up. This was highlighted by Kiwi rowers Lucy Spoors and Brooke Francis, who won gold in the double sculls at the Paris Olympics this month.

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Written by Richard Walker

Read by Laura Heathcote

Produced by Jen Black

Audio editing by Connor Scott

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Aubrey Welsh is 69, and will not see his 70th birthday. In September, he will voluntarily stop eating and drinking with the goal of ending his life. He does not have a terminal illness, is not mentally unwell, and does not live in pain. He simply believes he's done everything he's wanted to do - his life is "complete".

WARNING: This podcast contains references to mental health and suicide, which may be distressing for some listeners. For free help, text or call 1737, 24 hours.

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Written and read by Mariné Lourens

Produced by Jen Black

Audio editing by John Ropiha

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Cameron Leslie is one of our most successful athletes, dominating the pool for almost 20 years. Ahead of the Paris 2024 Paralympics, Leslie explains why this time his biggest test isn’t in the water - it’s in the air.

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Written and read by Bridget Jones

Produced by Jen Black

Audio editing by Connor Scott

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