RNZ: Nine To Noon

Film and TV critic Tom Augustine joins Kathryn to discuss The Dog Stars (cinemas), set in a post-apocalyptic world where a virus has wiped out humanity and survivors face off with scavengers. Tony (cinemas) is a biographical coming-of-age story about Anthony Bourdain's early years. The Whisper Man (Netflix) is a crime thriller staring Robert De Niro and Michelle Monaghan. And Tom also talks about the re-release of T2 Terminator: Judgment Day that's out in time to celebrate the movie's 35th anniversary - and coincides with the actual date of Judgment Day in the Terminator timeline. Tom Augustine is a Tamaki based filmmaker and critic. He writes for Rialto Channel's View Magazine and Metro Magazine.

Juliet Kennedy explains language learning for children and the benefits for brain development. 

OpenAI has its first official engagement with New Zealand media, US pushes looser approach to AI regulation, while EU pushes new law, and fake CAPTCHA pages that install malware are the newest scam tactic.

Kirsty discusses the speed monitoring technology being installed in the Milford tourist corridor ahead of an expected busy summer, Fiordland College's first musical in a decade, Te Anau's ukulele festival, and a local credited with helping to build local tourism, John Greaney, retires. Kirsty Pickett, co-owner of the Southland App based in Te Anau

The latest from the Pacific Islands Forum and the Bougainville referendum result is tabled by PNG's parliament but final vote may be a way off. Johnny Blades is a journalist with RNZ Pacific

Artist Holli McEntegart's work has spent years exploring the idea of care, from motherhood and childbirth.

Natasha Clark is political editor of LBC London

Two New Zealanders are heading to Finland later this month to compete in the slot car world championships.

Three options have been announced for congestion charging in Auckland with public consultation due to start in November.

Canadian police now have a local presence as part of attempts to stop the distribution of illegal drugs. 

With Daffodil Day just passed, science correspondent Cushla McGoverin joins Kathryn to look at what's happening with cancer research. She starts with a look at why younger people are getting cancers that used to be associated with old age. She'll also talk about how MRNA vaccines are being used to personalise cancer treatments, and look at some of the new cancer research and start ups in New Zealand. Cushla McGoverin is a senior research fellow within the Department of Physics at the University of Auckland, and Principal Investigator in Te Whai Ao - Dodd-Walls Centre for Photonic and Quantum Technologies.

A young Aucklander has just started at a prestigious New York City performing arts school. 

Piers Fuller, editor of the Wairarapa Times-Age based in Masterton.

Elizabeth Heritage reviews Cold Comfort Farm by Stella Gibbons (Penguin Books), and Night Watch by Terry Pratchett (Penguin Books).

The Silver Book, is a love story and noirish thriller set in stylish 1970s Italy. 

 New law changes are coming to protect privacy in the AI onslaught - but there'll be no restrictions on AI spy glasses.

The trial in nine schools follows an earlier pre-pilot with a Wellington high school in 2024. 

Coroner Alison Mills found Karen Hampson began drinking heavily after her husband's death in 2021, which contributed to her own death in January 2024. 

The ban had originally been due to come into force in mid-2025, but the deadline was shifted in late 2024. 

Sam wraps news of a new netball domestic competition, but has the announcement come too late? The Springboks strike back, and the Warriors could win the minor premiership before the NRL finals kick off.

Kylie began the reproductive services and training business five years ago after she had returned home from living in the United States.

Rebecca Stevenson is a senior journalist at BusinessDesk.

Local Democracy Reporter - Mid Canterbury Jonathan Leask from the Ashburton Guardian

Acupuncture, shock wave therapy and prosthetics are all pretty common healing techniques. But what about for your dog? 

1978 is a comedy-drama focused on two different struggles set in that year.

Washington bureau chief for The Guardian, David Smith.

Kiwi businesses are slower to adopt AI than those in Australia but once they do, they make bigger gains. 

The fund is now worth $146.5 million and is used to distribute money to support business and community. 

The Automobile Association says the switch could still be years away. 

Bill discusses where The Planning Bill is at, and what it means for city planning and effects on the environment. 

Josh Niland is one of Australia's most influential chefs - Hhs latest book is Saint Peter: Chapter and Verse 

Dale Husband and Jonathan Ayling

The Employment Relations case brought in Christchurch by Gloriavale leavers,  celebrating a reduction in gravel truck numbers, the Big Sing  and concerns about Air BnB's in Methven.

 Outlawed by Harry Hobbs & Stephen Young  and The Barman of the Ritz by Philippe Collin 

Dame Mary Beard's new book, Talking Classics: The Shock of the Old, is a discussion about why the classics still matter.

Geoffrey York is Africa bureau chief for The Globe and Mail based in Johannesburg.

So-called 'kina barrens' have been extending over the past 70 years. 

A new documentary finds it almost certain that New Zealand aid worker Andrew Bagshaw was murdered by Russian soldiers. 

Doctors are struggling with increased demand from an aging population, poor IT systems, and staff shortages.

A look ahead to the All Black's test against South Africa; Northland who defend the Ranfurly Shield for the first time in 47 years; and the Warriors who are top of the ladder with two regular season games remaining.

Michele A'Court and Jeremy Elwood with a lighter take on recent stories.

Jimmy discusses preparations at Wildbase Clinic in Massey University to deal with bird flu after the latest case on the Wairarapa coast.