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: After five weeks of rising nailbiting tension, its all over. Spain has won the World Cup. What does this mean for the evolution of the sport? University of Sydney sports historian Steve Georgakis shares his view.

In part two, pet ownership isn't as clear as you may expect under the law. Animal law specialist Ian Robertson explains. Then, a Dunedin holiday park owner is swooping in to save the local Weet-Bix TRYathlon, after the long-time sponsor left their region off the list.

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Kanoa Lloyd and Ed McKnight. First up, the National Party is promising that if re-elected, it will modernise laws on sexual consent, saying there must be consent before sex every time. Advocate Louise Nicholas shares her reaction. Then, just how hard is the job market for graduates? The Panel catches up with Auckland University graduate Lucy Parsonson about the uphill battle she's fighting.

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, a Bay of Plenty toll road that locals say unfairly targets a new community.

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Richard Pamatatau and Nichole Lewis. First up, the Cook Strait ferries have been named - and Winston Peters is getting ahead of complaints. Then, permits are set to be easier to get for trappers of feral cats. Hunter and trapper Victor Tindale joins us to tell us what this means for him. Then, a single mother is finally in her own house after years of work. Hosanna Elers joins us to tell us how it feels to have a place to call home.

Wallace Chapman and Emile Donovan 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: Wallace talks to Dr Chris Cornwall about the threats facing the world's coral reefs.

The Panel with Eve McCallum and Simon Pound, Part 2.  In part two, a teacher of more than 20 years, but she can't get registered in New Zealand despite the fact that we are calling out for more teachers. Then, a tennis organisation has been recognised for bringing Te Reo Maori into the forefront of what they do. Plus, the Question of the Day: As a kid, were you made to take a daily spoonful of something?  

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Eve McCallum and Simon Pound. First up, we touch base with England supporter and Panel regular Rory O'Sullivan in the wake of today's game. Then we're speaking to Tyler Groenewald from youth advocacy group Generation Screwed on RNZ's poll which suggests Kiwis don't want to increase the age of superannuation. Then, it's the clinical lead for a new addiction treatment centre for young cellphone users.

Wallace Chapman and Emile Donovan 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 Toby Manhire, Phil Goff and Fran O'Sullivan. They debate the latest poll results, National has slumped to its lowest level of support since Christopher Luxon became leader. So would a change in leader help? The poll suggests not. Meanwhile, the fledgling Opportunity Party has surged to within a whisker of Parliament. Plus, The Whip discusses yet another familiar face making his way into politics...what they make of Paul Henry's ACT announcement.

An extra half hour of The Panel with Wallace Chapman, where to begin, he's joined by Nights host Susana Lei'ataua. Then, what makes a good playground? Wallace investigates.

In part two, The Panel discusses why we seem to need an app for everything. Plus, who has the best mince and cheese pie in the country?

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Chris Clarke and Jenni Giblin. First up, we discuss the latest on bird flu as New Zealand's first case in confirmed. Then we find out about the latest addiction causing concern: phone addiction. And, what to do about wayward councillors?

Wallace Chapman and Emile Donovan 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.

The Panel Plus for 14 July 2026.

The Panel with Nalini Baruch and Andie McCombs, Part 2.

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Nalini Baruch and Andie McCombs. First up, we discuss the latest political news with Paul Henry announcing his candidacy for the ACT Party. Plus the RNZ-Reid Research poll has one small centrist party on the rise, so can The Opportunity Party really make it to parliament. Then, a hunting competition over the weekend saw 400 feral cats killed, SPCA gives Wallace their response. And Wellingtonians ready for their Wuthering Heights moment.

Wallace Chapman and Emile Donovan 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. He's joined by Nights host Susana Lei'ataua. Then, somebody who was on site at the 1982 Wanganui Computer Centre bombing - plus, more tributes to Sir Sam Neill.

In part two, the naming rights councils are considering selling to solve cash flow issues, and should we return to lawncare via scythe?

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Sue Kedgely and Vincent Holloway. First up, Sam Neill has passed away, an update on the 2020 planned review of the super scheme, and a back down on the ban of crypto ATMs.

Wallace Chapman and Emile Donovan 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.

The Panel Plus An extra half hour of The Panel with Wallace Chapman, where to begin, he's joined by Nights host Susana Lei'ataua. Then: have you ever wondered how popcorn came to be? Dr Garritt Van Dyk of the University of Waikato shares the history of the cinematic snack.

In part two, Sally Britnell, a member of the deafblind community, shares her experience of having three separate rideshare drivers cancel on her. Then, how many burgers could you eat in a month? Burger Wellington's unofficial ambassador, Tim Yamat, shares his goal for the month.

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Heather Roy and Mike Williams. First up, new modelling has made it clear just how big the bill will be for fixing bridges, roads and buildings damaged increasingly frequent and severe storms. Then, "it is not the state's responsibility to feed our children" is the view of NZ Herald columnist and former Free Speech Union chief executive Jonathan Ayling, who takes a look at the government's struggling school lunch programme.

Wallace Chapman and Emile Donovan 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 an action-packed half hour of politics. He is joined by panellists Corin Dann, Jenna Lynch and Sue Bradford. First, how should we be reading into China's missile test in the South Pacific? Then, as coalition partners opt out of backing a proposed social media ban, could National and Labour join forces to get it through? And what does that say about the state of the coalition? Finally, Foreign Affairs Minister Winston Peters is decrying the India Free Trade Agreement, even as Prime Minister Modi visits New Zealand for the first time in 40 years

An extra half hour of The Panel with Wallace Chapman, where to begin, he's joined by Nights host Susana Lei'ataua. Then: resident linguist Rory O'Sullivan takes a look at the male-dominated traditions of the English language, and the slow move to modernise it

In part two, a West Coast resident is exasperated at the cost of maintaining a sea wall to stop his house from falling into the Buller River. Then, an Australian cast of male strippers touring New Zealand are still trying to track down suitcases that fell off a trailer three days ago.

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Anna Dean and Conor English. First up, a quick look at conditions in Wairarapa as a brutal storm moves up the country. Then, how do Labour and National's policies compare on financial support for household solar power? And a lottery committee dedicated to marae funding has been disestablished. Ngati Kahungunu chair Bayden Barber reacts.

Wallace Chapman and Perlina Lau 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: Michael Smythe comes along for another episode of Kiwi Nuggets, where he takes a look at the history of New Zealand-designed products. This week: the Fisher & Pykel Dish Draw.

In part two, Nelson Mayor Nick Smith is calling for a slow-down of the Tenths Bill, with concerns that it will weaken protections over Abel Tasman National Park. Local communications strategist, Johnny O'Donnell, disagrees. Then, Otago libraries are lending out robotic cats and dogs as a companionship option for older people and those with dementia.

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Anna Fifield and Phil O'Reilly. First up, Kaikoura has been today's victim of ferocious weather, with the river bursting its banks. Motel owner Fiona Wei explains what she's seen. Then, China's latest missile tests in the South Pacific are "incredibly unwelcome" according to Prime Minister Christopher Luxon. International relations expert Robert Patman gives his analysis. And The Post's national affairs editor Andrea Vance has come out of the blocks with a scathing opinion piece on New Zealand First's candidate list.

Wallace Chapman and Emile Donovan 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: United States President Donald Trump has gone from labelling cryptocurrency a scam, to earning $1b from is in a year. Marta Khomyn is a Senior Lecturer of Finance and Data Analytics at Adelaide University. She breaks down this major pivot.

In part two, a Waikato District councillor is in legal hot water after upgrading a stretch of footpath before he got official sign off. Then, how would you like to dine in a six-seat restaurant? That's newly on offer at Ni, in the King Country, and co-owner Natalie Bulman joins the show.

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Cindy Mitchener and Chris Wikaira. First up, an Oamaru man is frustrated that there wasn't earlier action from the council after evacuating overnight in heavy rain. Then, Foreign Affairs Minister Winston Peters says he's "deeply concerned" by China's missile testing in the South Pacific. Geopolitical commentator Selwyn Manning joins the show. And the Act party is proposing to make it an offence to use pets to coerce victims in family violence situations.

Wallace Chapman and Emile Donovan 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, A campaign led by strippers has helped bring collective bargaining rights for contractors a step closer. The Commerce Amendment Bill passed it's second reading this week. It includes a law change allowing independent contractors who do not pose a threat of cartel behaviour to collectively bargain. Cleo Harper from Fired Up Stilettos tells the panel why they've fought for this. Then, would you drink a ten-shot coffee? It's five times as strong as a regular double shot, and 1-point-three litres. And for the price of twenty-five dollars, you can buy one in Blenheim. Mike Godsall co-owner of CBD Eatery explains the madness.