While Justin writes his Dissertation, James takes over the Thursday wire this week to bring you a range of pieces with his producer, Ayana.

The show starts off with an interview with COVID-19 response minister, Chris Hipkins , where he talks to James about a new order t increase border testing.

Ayana brings us an extensive piece on the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership trade deal, where she talks to Minister for Trade and Export Growth Damien O'Connor and It's Our Future Spokesperson Edward Miller.

The show finishes off with James talking to Dr. Cara Swit about parental burnout during the first lockdown and during life in general.