The Tuesday Wire team is joined by Allan Blackman to discuss new revelations about human taste buds, painting with DNA, and the history of Nylon.

Nicholas spoke to to Mihingarangi Forbes about the coverage of Māori issues in the lead up to the election.

Nicholas also spoke to NZCTU president Richard Wagstaff about the National Party's plans to repeal the fair Pay Agreement legislation.

Producer Josh spoke to to Lisa McLaren about the the ram raid offending and related measures bill.