RNZ: The Panel

An extra half hour of The Panel with Wallace Chapman, where to begin, he's joined by Nights host Emile Donovan. Then: 48 teams will be playing across USA, Canada and Mexico in the football World Cup and heat stress will be a factor as summer reaches its height in North America. FIFA has installed cooling breaks to help, but is it enough? Wallace talks to Professor Julien Périard, the Director of the Research Institute for Sport and Exercise at the University of Canberra about how heat stress works and how to mitigate it.

In part two, record low alcohol consumption has some arguing that the government should reconsider the excise tax. Eddie Gapper, Vice-Chair of the Brewer's Guild of NZ explains why he thinks they should take a second look. Then, after a sell-out first season 19-year-old Claudia Hopkin's ice cream cart was stolen, ending her business dreams. But there's a happy ending to this story.

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Anna Fifield and Simon Pound. First up, it's a merger that could put 620 million dollars into local philanthropy, but some say the proposed purchase of TSB by Heartland Bank will strip Taranaki of an important of its society. New Plymouth District councillor Gordon Brown has started a petition opposed to the merger, he joins the panel to discuss why. Then, Oliver Hartwich of the NZ Initiative says New Zealand's supposedly flexible labour market fails on youth wages. He tells the panel why.

Wallace Chapman and Jesse Mulligan star in the shortest show on radio, where they show they really can make something out of nothing, join them to be part of their delight, or to simply despair. Wallace will also preview what's on The Panel tonight.

Join Wallace for New Zealand's most explosive 30 minutes of politics. He is joined by panellists Guyon Espiner, Lillian Hanly and Tracey Martin. First, Labour's first big election policy is out - a weekly cap on public transport fares. Then they look at the controversy surrounding the newly announced Labour candidate who's a top police staffer. And 30 years on, has MMP served New Zealand well?

An extra half hour of The Panel with Wallace Chapman, where to begin, he's joined by Nights host Emile Donovan. Then: resident linguist Rory O'Sullivan answers a listener question about whether there is such thing as a correct emphasis on certain syllables in each word.

In part two, apricot or biscotti? Those are two of the options Timaru councillors chose from for a paint job at the Theatre Royal. Then, you've heard of board game cafes, but how about a remote control cafe? A spot in Auckland's Mt Eden lets people send diggers around a sandpit as they sip their coffee.

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Heather Roy and Richard Pamatatau. First up, Labour's first big election policy is out, and it's a $20 weekly cap on public transport fares for those in our biggest cities. That cap is $10 for everywhere else. Urban planning expert Tim Welch shares his reaction. Then, a panel of public health experts are calling for a blanket ban on sugary drinks in schools and early childhood centres.

Wallace Chapman and Jesse Mulligan star in the shortest show on radio, where they show they really can make something out of nothing, join them to be part of their delight, or to simply despair. Wallace will also preview what's on The Panel tonight.

An extra half hour of The Panel with Wallace Chapman, where to begin, he's joined by Nights host Susana Lei'ataua.   Then: If you've had a shower in New Zealand, chances are you've encountered locally designed showerheads. Design historian Michael Smythe takes a look at Felton's Feltonmix, and Methven's Satinjet.

In part two, imagine a city without kerbside parking. A pedestrian haven, or a convenience nightmare? Urban Planning professor at the University of Queensland, Dorina Pojani, makes the case for it.

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Alan McElroy and Nichole Lewis. First up, virtual fences for cows are gaining momentum. Herds wear electronic collars which pulse when they reach the 'fence' - but among the critics are Vets for Animal Welfare Aotearoa. Then, some schools are worried that a new grading system will attach stigma to those in lower socio economic areas. Porirua Collage Principal Ragne Maxwell explains.

Wallace Chapman and Jesse Mulligan star in the shortest show on radio, where they show they really can make something out of nothing, join them to be part of their delight, or to simply despair. Wallace will also preview what's on The Panel tonight.

An extra half hour of The Panel with Wallace Chapman, where to begin, he's joined by Nights host Susana Lei'ataua. Then: is strength training the new cardio for life-lengthening workouts? New research from the British Journal of Sports Medicine Suggests so. Exercise NZ chief executive Richard Beddie takes a look at the findings.

In part two, almost 400 hospitality businesses have shut down in the last year. Industry heavyweight Luke Dallow joins the show to discuss what it would take to survive in the current economic conditions. Then, you've heard of a mullet, but what about a skullet? A young rugby player by the name of Charlie James is turning heads for sporting this look (pictured). His mum, Suzanne James, tells her side of the story.

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Andrew Clay and Sarah Perriam-Lampp. First up, Federated Farmers are pushing for loosened regulations this election year, in a pitch they say could keep food costs down. Then, some Hamiltonians are getting fed up with local buskers - so much so, that the council is considering creating busking zones.

Wallace Chapman and Jesse Mulligan star in the shortest show on radio, where they show they really can make something out of nothing, join them to be part of their delight, or to simply despair. Wallace will also preview what's on The Panel tonight.

In part two, the ACT Party say they've got the solution to big school uniform bills. the panel discuses the new policy with Dr Johanna Reidy, Lecturer of Public Health at Otago University. Then, Nelson Horrell is 80 years old and just recently he deadlifted 80 kilograms, 80 times in one day for charity. The panel speaks to this legend.

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Jennie Moreton and Chris Waikira. First up, an update on the intense weather hitting the central and upper north island. Then the panel asks why most of our big infrastructure projects hits delays and how much that costs the country. Shamubeel Eaqub crunches the numbers. Then, model Elijah Timmins-Scanlon says New Zealand clothing brand Huffer of using his likeness in an AI-generated advertising campaign. Huffer denies that image was generated using the model's appearance. the panel discuses the murky legality of AI imagery with Earl Gray, intellectual property barrister at Sangro Chambers.

Wallace Chapman and Jesse Mulligan star in the shortest show on radio, where they show they really can make something out of nothing, join them to be part of their delight, or to simply despair. Wallace will also preview what's on The Panel tonight.

An extra half hour of The Panel with Wallace Chapman, where to begin, he's joined by Nights host Emile Donovan. Then: Do you consider yourself to be someone who gossips? You may have an aversion to that word, but chances are, you're a regular gossip as most of us are. So, why do we gossip? Jolanda Jetten, Head of the School of Psychology at the University of Queensland says gossip is a central part of life.

In part two, 'lost for words'. That was the reaction of Wellington's deputy mayor Ben McNulty to the hefty price tag on Wellington Central Library's new website: 600 thousand dollars. Is a website really worth that much? Advertising creative Vaughn Davis joins the panel to debate. Then, good news for farmers looking for love; an Australian-made app aimed at romantically connecting the gumboot-clod is launching in New Zealand this month. the panel talks to the developer of Howdy, Mia Ryan.

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Denise L'Estrange-Corbet and Andie McCombs. First up, Coality's latest data on house prices is out and prices are down 17 percent from their 2022 peak. What are prices going to do in the near future? The panel talks to Kelvin Davidson, chief property economist at Cotality. Then, the government is marching towards banning under 16s from social media, but the Free Speech union says they don't even know if a ban would be lawful under freedom of expression laws. Is the government going too fast on this? Jilliane Heather, Chief executive of the Free Speech Union discuses the issues with the panel.

Wallace Chapman and Jesse Mulligan star in the shortest show on radio, where they show they really can make something out of nothing, join them to be part of their delight, or to simply despair. Wallace will also preview what's on The Panel tonight.

Join Wallace for New Zealand's most explosive 30 minutes of politics. He is joined by panellists Jonathan Milne, Jenna Lynch and Peter Dunne. First: Is New Zealand "freeloading" off America's military, as suggested by US Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth? And how do panellists score the political management of Chris Penk's comments supporting a nuclear "conversation"? Then, Wellington Mayor Andrew Little is unimpressed by the Government's deadline to plan amalgamation, with just 10 weeks to go.

An extra half hour of The Panel with Wallace Chapman, where to begin, he's joined by Nights host Emile Donovan. Then: resident linguist Rory O'Sullivan comes along to explain the mysteries of spelling in the English language. Why is it the perfect language for Spelling Bees?

In part two, an Auckland woman is trying to get a memorial bench installed to honour her 21 year-old son who tragically died last year. But the decision to approve it isn't so straightforward for the local board. Then, a slice of Kiwiana is up for grabs as the tiny Southern town of Milton auctions the old one off.

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Ben Thomas and Verity Johnson. First up, Ministers were advised that the new move on orders would clog up already-stretched court systems. That's a price they're willing to pay, but Criminal Bar Association president Annabel Cresswell doesn't think lawyers would agree. Then, a Rotorua primary school principal is fighting with the council about a 'chaotic' pedestrian crossing right next to a busy roundabout.

Wallace Chapman and Jesse Mulligan star in the shortest show on radio, where they show they really can make something out of nothing, join them to be part of their delight, or to simply despair. Wallace will also preview what's on The Panel tonight.

An extra half hour of The Panel with Wallace Chapman, where to begin, he's joined by Nights host Emile Donovan. Then: award winning fashion writer Emma Gleason is in studio to discuss those most chic of winter accessories: the scarf.

In part two, the charity sector is warning that a new cap on tax rebate claims for donations will mean less money in their books. Robyn Scott, acting chief executive of Philanthropy New Zealand, explains to the panel how this will affect charities. Then, Lesley has been scrapbooking articles from the Taranaki Daily news for 71 years. She's also recorded every Lotto draw since it first began. The panel meets Lesley and learns what keeps her clipping.

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Cindy Mitchener and Tim Batt. First up, United States Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth has lumped New Zealand in with a bunch of countries he says are "freeloading" off America's military by only increasing defence spending from 1% to 2% of GDP. Should he get off the grass and stop telling us how to do things? Or does he have a point? The Panel discusses the issue with former defence minister Ron Mark. Then, it's the worst King's birthday weekend road toll in a decade - Caroline Perry from road safety charity Brake NZ talks to the panel about road safety education and what we are doing wrong.

Wallace Chapman and Jesse Mulligan star in the shortest show on radio, where they show they really can make something out of nothing, join them to be part of their delight, or to simply despair. Wallace will also preview what's on The Panel tonight.

In part two, Dame Lynda Topp was fired up at the music awards and attacked the government's spend on the arts. The panel discusses the issues at play with Jesse Austin-Stewart, lecturer at Massey University in the School of Music and Screen Arts, also a composer and music producer. Then, does anyone remember the glory days of the workingmen's club? The cheap pints, the cover bands, the darts. In Hamilton, those days are being reignited with an evening of Pub Olympics. It's a round robin of pool, giant Jenga and more all designed to entice younger members back to the working man's club. The panel talks to Nathan Hartley, manager of the Hamilton Workingmen's Club.

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Aimie Hines and Ed McKnight First up, a Budget 2026 debriefing this time looking at the politics of it all: is this an election winning budget? The panel is joined by political commentator Grant Duncan. Then, children with parents in prison are serving an invisible sentence. That's the stark callout from a organisation which provides support to some of the 25 thousand or so children in that category. They say that hardship starts from the moment a parent is sentenced - and they've come up with a plan to change that. The panel is joined by Corrina Thompson who leads youth advocacy at Pillars.

The pre-Panel

An extra half hour of The Panel with Wallace Chapman, where to begin, he's joined by Nights host Emile Donovan. Then: one company oversees most big live shows in New Zealand, and it goes by the name of Live Nation. Is that a problem? Associate Professor Dave Carter from Massey University's music school explains.

In part two, the issue of domestic cats hunting down native birds is a long-standing and thorny one. In Whanganui, local Bill Simmons reckons a cat curfew would lessen their damage. Then, Tūhura Museum in Dunedin is fundraising to help schools keep up museum visits as the fuel crisis makes trips less affordable.

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Michael Moynahan and Sue Bradford. First up, prudence and discipline are the words echoing in the Beehive's halls this budget day. Economist Cameron Bagrie joins the show for a wrap up, before Auckland University Associate Professor George Laking looks at this year's health spending.

Wallace Chapman and Jesse Mulligan star in the shortest show on radio, where they show they really can make something out of nothing, join them to be part of their delight, or to simply despair. Wallace will also preview what's on The Panel tonight.

Join Wallace for New Zealand's most explosive 30 minutes of politics. He is joined by panellists Ruwani Perera, Stephen Parker, and Wayne Mapp. On the dawn of Budget day, they ponder what is left to announce. Then they discuss whether Wellington-based MPs should be claiming accommodation allowances for houses they own, before revisiting the strangest story of the week: Labour's leaked media training session.

An extra half hour of The Panel with Wallace Chapman, where to begin, he's joined by Nights host Emile Donovan. Then: what's in a name? Resident linguist Rory O'Sullivan looks at the consequences of having your name spelt or pronounced incorrectly, whether it's once, twice, or an immeasurable number of times.