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Tonight is the grand finale, Oasis performing the final show of their reunion tour down under in Sydney, Australia. Every show was sold out, fans ecstatic they're able to see a band they never thought they would after their break up in 2009. Chris Schulz joined Jack Tame as the minutes tick down before the concert begins to provide a vibe check. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for Saturday 8 November 2025, an author who is very familiar with bestseller lists, Michael Connelly joins Jack to discuss being an unofficial voice for Los Angeles, and how the devastating fires changed his perspective on the city and prompted him to start over for his new book ‘The Proving Ground'. Jack considers what makes a good meal, and how much a Michelin Star means. Strawberries are here and Nici Wickes shares her favourite way to serve them while the season is still early. Kevin Milne champions a humble tool: the clothes peg. Clinical psychologist Dougal Sutherland delves into a condition in which people are unable to see mental images. And music correspondent Chris Schulz is vibe checking live from Sydney as Oasis get ready to perform the final gig of their reunion world tour. Get the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast every Saturday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Taylor Swift has released her hotly anticipated 12th album 'The Life of a Showgirl'. It's a shift away from the bleakness of her previous album 'The Tortured Poets Department', Swift describing it as a 'vibrant and lively' project. However while it's a departure from TTPD, it's almost a return to for the pop superstar, filled with upbeat pop and soft rock songs - the album centring around her relationship with her fiancé Travis Kelce. Chris Schulz joined Jack Tame to give his thoughts on the album. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for Saturday 4 October 2025, Jack cracks into the brand-new Taylor Swift album ‘The Life of a Showgirl' with music reviewer Chris Schulz. Former Midnight Youth rocker Jeremy Redmore joins Jack to discuss his creative evolution and turn towards children's music. Nici Wickes delivers delicious mushroom cannelloni. And Francesca Rudkin shares her thoughts on The Rock's latest film role. Get the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast every Saturday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mariah Carey is back – and it's not for Christmas. ‘Here For It All' is the sixteenth studio album from the American superstar and her first album since the release of 2018's ‘Caution'. The album blends pop, R&B, gospel, and hip-hop, celebrating and building on every era of Carey's iconic career. Chris Schulz joined Jack Tame to give his thoughts on the album. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Music writer Chris Schulz joins Emile Donovan to discuss the hiatus of another iconic and long-running New Zealand festival.
Alien: Earth When a mysterious space vessel crash-lands on Earth, Wendy and a ragtag group of tactical soldiers make a fateful discovery that puts them face-to-face with the planet's greatest threat (Disney+). Fit for TV: The Reality of The Biggest Loser Former contestants and producers reveal the intense, damaging reality behind the success of ‘The Biggest Loser' (Netflix). Hurricane Katrina: Race Against Time Hurricane Katrina was an unprecedented tragedy that demonstrated America's lack of concern for Black people. Through images, witness accounts, and interviews, hear the real story (Disney +). LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On this West Virginia Morning, Chris Schulz examines a decision from the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals this week to allow limits on the sale of abortion medications – even those medications that the FDA has deemed to be safe and effective. Plus, harm reduction programs are controversial – and opponents often point to figures that suggest they aren't particularly effective. The post The Decision To Cut Abortion Meds And A Push To Strengthen Harm Reduction, This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.
Lorde tour announcement - she and Lewis Capaldi have both skipped Wellington on their tours, and with Homegrown leaving the capital, that's probably worth talking about. Jaws turns 50 - a new Disney doco examines why it's been so enduring.Released on Friday. Plus the Trainwreck series of shows on Netflix have been dropping constantly and are very entertaining. Poop cruise! Balloon Boy! Mayor of Mayhem! Chris Schulz joins Francesca Rudkin. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Trainwreck: The Astroworld Tragedy Featuring exclusive interviews with survivors, paramedics and festival staff, this documentary examines the 2021 Astroworld tragedy and its aftermath (Netflix). American Manhunt: Osama Bin Laden An exploration of how the world came together to hunt down al-Qaeda leader Osama bin Laden after the events of September 11, 2001 in New York City (Netflix). Underdogs Ryan Reynolds narrates a celebration of the unique behaviours of animals who don't usually get to be the stars of the show, from their hidden talents and unconventional hygiene choices to their unsavory courtship rituals (Disney+). LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Muso and Afternoons regular Chris Schulz says we need big artists, major shows and large-scale touring to return to Aotearoa - immediately. Recently, the likes of Taylor Swift, Oasis, Billie Eilish, Green Day, The Killers, Katy Perry, Korn and Kylie Minogue have toured the globe extensively, including Australia - but then gave New Zealand a wide berth. Xzibit, Nelly, Blink-182, Tenacious D and Public Enemy have announced New Zealand shows and then pulled the plug. Festivals Bay Dreams and Splore are on hiatus, while we've already lost Nest Fest, Morningside Bloc Party, Juicy Fest and the Timeless Tour for various reasons. Chris has vented his frustration on his Boiler Room blog and joins Jesse for a rant.
If you've been to Auckland's Aotea Square recently, you may have noticed the large shipping containers that recently appeared. They're part of Darkfield, an immersive audio experience that has travelled the world, including to major international festivals like the Venice Film Festival, BFI London, Tribeca and SXSW. The containers are pitch-black and visitors step inside either the Victorian seance room or the replica economy class cabin to listen to a 20-25 minute 360-degree audio experience. Entertainment commentator Chris Schulz reveals whether or not this is an experience worth checking out. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The era is coming to an end for Shihad as they perform one last time tonight at Wellington's final Homegrown festival. The iconic Kiwi rockband has been performing since 1988, but frontman Jon Toogood says they've been thinking about bringing it to an end for a while. Chris Schulz attended their final Auckland concert last night, as well as their special show at the Powerstation on Wednesday, and has a few thoughts to share. For more of Chris' thoughts, click here. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Film and television reviewer Chris Schulz joins Kathryn to talk about Dope Thief (Apple TV+), where two long-term friends pose as DEA agents to rob a house in the countryside but get much more than they bargained for. Flow (rental) is the Latvian animated film about a cat's survival adventures that netted an Oscar. And Mickey 17 (in theatres) is a black comedy from Oscar-winning Parasite director Bong Joon-ho starring Robert Pattinson as a man on a space mission who keeps dying and being brought back to life.
Hagley Park plays host now to the biggest two-day festival in all of Australasia, Electric Ave, and entertainment reporter Chris Schultz is there live. "It really is something, the city is maxed out - you can't get accommodation, there's queues for food places all over town. Its that busy down here." LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for Saturday 22 February 2025, Groove Armada are bringing their genre-defying discography down under and catch up with Jack to chat raves, record deals and regenerative farming. Every parent has a birth story - and now Jack does too. Making the most of stone fruit season, Nici Wickes share a delightful peach and blueberry tart recipe. Tara Ward dishes all on the brand-new season of The White Lotus. And, Chris Schulz took one for the team and danced the night away at Australasia's biggest two-day festival Electric Avenue. He gives some insight into the spectacle. Get the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast every Saturday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Film and TV reviewer Chris Schulz on what he's been watching
A reminder to concert-goers to prepare for cancellations and date changes. Canadian rapper Drake is the latest artist to push out his New Zealand shows by two weeks, a month out from the original dates. It follows the cancellations of Juicy Fest, the Timeless Tour, and Paradise Rock festival. Consumer NZ senior investigative journalist Chris Schulz told Mike Hosking paying $10 dollars for insurance on a ticket can be worthwhile He says it's a good idea for shows a year away, as a lot can happen in that time. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Flow Winner of Best Animated Feature at the 2025 Golden Globes, this dialogue-free animal adventure centres on a cat who must work together with other species stuck on a boat after a flood devastates their home. The world seems to be coming to an end, teeming with the vestiges of a human presence. Cat is a solitary animal, but as its home is devastated by a great flood, he finds refuge on a boat populated by various species, and will have to team up with them despite their differences. In the lonesome boat sailing through mystical overflowed landscapes, they navigate the challenges and dangers of adapting to this new world. The Brutalist Escaping postwar Europe, a visionary architect comes to America to rebuild his life, his career, and his marriage. On his own in a strange new country, he settles in Pennsylvania, where a wealthy and prominent industrialist recognises his talent. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
TRAILER Carry-On - (Netflix) Starring Jason Bateman and Tarn Egerton. A young airline security guard is blackmailed by a mysterious passenger who threatens to smuggle a dangerous package onto a plane on Christmas Eve. TRAILER Juror #2 – (Neon) Directed by Clint Eastwood.Starring Nicholas Hoult, Zoey Deutch, Toni Collette, Kiefer Sutherland. A juror for a high-profile murder trial finds himself struggling with a serious moral dilemma that could influence the verdict and potentially convict, or free, the accused killer. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for Saturday 21 December 2024, kiwi chef extraordinaire Mark Gregory joins Francesca Rudkin to talk Christmas day entertainment, festive cooking, and how local charity DineAid is helping with food insecurity during the holiday season. Francesca celebrates Liam Lawson winning the Red Bull seat. The holidays are upon us and Chris Schulz delivers his top cinema picks to catch over the festive season - perfect for escaping the heat for a blast of AC. Mike Yardley rounds up signature events and exhibitions across the motu this summer. And, Nici Wickes shares a deliciously easy peach, raspberry & blueberry trifle cake - minimal effort for maximum effect this Christmas! Get the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast every Saturday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Film and TV reviewer Chris Schulz delivers his verdict of the best TV shows of 2024 - and the streaming service that hosted the majority of them
On the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for Saturday 7th of December 2024, Francesca Rudkin chats with Dan Weetman of the Black Seeds as the band celebrate the 20th anniversary of the album that helped them break through, ‘On the Sun'. Francesca questions whether our local airlines are being less reliable or if we are just complaining more. Hugh Grant is back in a film role completely opposite to how we've seen him before - Chris Schulz balances two very different vibes with his film picks. And if you could fit summer in a sentence it might sound something like 'mangoes and ice cream'. Chef Nici Wickes drops a delicious recipe for a seasonal treat. Get the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast every Saturday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Heretic Two young missionaries become ensnared in a deadly game of cat and mouse when they knock on the door of the diabolical Mr. Reed. Trapped in his home, they must turn to their faith if they want to make it out alive. Our Little Secret After discovering their significant others are siblings, two resentful exes must spend Christmas under one roof while hiding their romantic history. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dune: Prophecy 10,000 years before the ascension of Paul Atreides, the Harkonnen Sisters combat forces that threaten the future of humankind and establish the fabled sect known as the Bene Gesserit. From the writer-producer of Haunting of Bly Manor, Diane Ademu-John (Neon). Say Nothing Jean McConville, a single mother of ten, is abducted from her home in 1972 and never seen alive again. Through the eyes of various Irish Republican Army (IRA) members, explore the extremes some people will go to in the name of their beliefs, the way a deeply divided society can suddenly tip over into armed conflict, the long shadow of radical violence for both victims and perpetrators, and the emotional and psychological costs of a code of silence (Disney+). Endurance Nat Geo documentary telling the story of a legendary feat of leadership and perseverance. Antarctic explorer Ernest Shackleton kept alive his crew of 27 men for over a year despite the loss of their ship in frigid pack ice. Over a century later, a team of modern-day explorers sets out to find the sunken ship (Disney+). LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Film and TV correspondent Chris Schulz joins Susie to talk about Say Nothing, which is a mini-series based on four decades of The Troubles in Northern Ireland, based on the book by Patrick Radden Keefe. He'll also look at new movie Gladiator II, and National Geographic's Endurance details the incredible work that was done to locate Ernest Shackleton's ship from his ill-fated 1915 expedition to Antarctica.
On the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for Saturday 16 November 2024, former All Black Andy Ellis joins Francesca Rudkin to chat about turning his hand to hosting duties on the new season of Moving Houses. Francesca proposes that redress for abuse in state care is not something to do half-heartedly. Chris Schulz reviews the biggest film of the year, Gladiator II, and shares his hot take after attending Friday night's Coldplay concert. Estelle Clifford celebrated her birthday at the Coldplay show and gives a full rundown on the experience. Plus, Margo Flanagan of Two Raw Sisters shares the best way to brilliantly grill asparagus. Get the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast every Saturday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Gladiator II Years after witnessing the death of Maximus at the hands of his uncle, Lucius must enter the Colosseum after the powerful emperors of Rome conquer his home. With rage in his heart and the future of the empire at stake, he looks to the past to find the strength and honor needed to return the glory of Rome to its people. My Old Ass An 18th-birthday mushroom trip brings Elliott face-to-face with her wisecracking 39-year-old self. When the older Elliott starts handing out warnings about what her younger self should and shouldn't do, she realizes she has to rethink everything about family, love, and what's becoming a transformative summer. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Film and TV reviewer Chris Schulz joins Kathryn to look at the latest version of The Office, set in Australia with a suite of familiar Kiwi cast members. He'll also look at documentary Fanatical: The Catfishing of Tegan and Sara - where fans of the Canadian indie music duo were scammed for years. Chris also has a look at what's on offer at this year's British and Irish film festival.
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Film and TV reviewer Chris Schulz joins Kathryn to talk about Wise Guy: David Chase and the Sopranos, which has first-hand accounts of the people who brought the popular TV series to life.
Film and TV commentator Chris Schulz joins Kathryn to look at season four of popular series Slow Horses, about a group of disgraced spies. He'll also detail season three of Industry, the London-based investment drama. And Blink Twice is a directorial debut by Zoe Kravitz, which has a star-studded cast playing guests stuck on a tech billionaire's island.
On this West Virginia Morning, Senate Bill 10 — widely known as the campus carry bill — was implemented on all West Virginia college campuses this summer. But with students returning to campus, one of the law's major exceptions is taking shape for college sports fans. Chris Schulz has more. The post Campus Carry And Aviation Education, This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.
Film and TV correspondent Chris Schulz joins Kathryn to talk about Lady in the Lake, Sunny (Apple+), Dirty Pop (Netflix).
On this West Virginia Morning, from allergies to introducing solids, the first few years of a child's life have a surprising number of decisions for parents to make. In our latest entry of "Now What? A Series on Parenting," Chris Schulz talks with Isabela Negrin, an assistant professor of pediatrics at WVU Medicine, about the ins and outs of early childhood nutrition. The post Navigating Early Childhood Nutrition And How A Plant Closure Is Affecting A PA City, This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.
Film and TV correspondent Chris Schulz looks at whether the third season of The Bear lives up to the stellar reputation of the first two.
On this West Virginia Morning, cases of seniors being scammed by strangers, or even victimized by loved ones and caretakers, are common in West Virginia and the country at large. U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of West Virginia William Ihlenfeld prosecutes these crimes far too often. He spoke with Chris Schulz to raise awareness of these crimes and how to avoid them. The post New Online Tool To Check Vaccination Status And How To Protect Seniors From Scams, This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.
On this West Virginia Morning, West Virginia students are struggling to achieve proficiency in basic academic skills like reading and math, according to national test scores in recent years. One possible contributing factor: chronic absenteeism. But as Chris Schulz reports, a new law hopes to address the issue this fall. The post Gold Star Families In W.Va. And Addressing Chronic Absenteeism On This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.
On this West Virginia Morning, pharmaceutical products are winding up in West Virginia waterways, contaminating local rivers and wildlife. Chris Schulz spoke with two researchers about the issue and its environmental implications. The post Pharmaceutical Contamination And Residents React To Pipeline, This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.
On this West Virginia Morning, with the summer season in full swing, grills, fireworks and campfires are making a comeback into our lives. Chris Schulz sat down with Mark Lambert, director of the West Virginia University (WVU) Fire Service Extension about some fire safety basics. The post Summer Fire Safety Basics On This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.
On this West Virginia Morning, reporter Chris Schulz spoke with a master gardener from Monongalia County about difficulties with this year's crops — and two plant scientists who say it's likely the result of herbicide contamination. The post Herbicide Contamination And Oil Well Wastewater, This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.
On this West Virginia Morning, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, commonly known as the FAFSA, is meant to help students access funds to pursue higher education. But as Chris Schulz reports, recent changes to the federal form have left students and schools scrambling for answers. The post Changes To The FAFSA On This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.
Film and TV reviewer Chris Schulz looks at season two of The Jinx, Amy Winehouse biopic Back to Black and Hollywood Con Queen, about a scam targeting professionals in the film industry and how those behind it were caught.
On this West Virginia Morning, being a parent is a 24-hour role, and a lifetime commitment that has historically fallen to women. As men have started to take on more domestic work, what it means to be a father has started to shift. Chris Schulz looks at these changes in our latest installment of “Now What? A Series on Parenting.” The post Books In Prisons And How The Role Of ‘Dad' Is Shifting, This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.
On this West Virginia Morning, uncertainty about the future amidst a changing climate has given rise in recent years to a phenomenon known as "climate anxiety." Ahead of Earth Day Monday, Chris Schulz spoke with Amy Parsons-White, sustainability manager for Marshall University, to discuss this mental health issue and potential solutions. The post Navigating ‘Climate Anxiety' And Officials Talk IDD Waiver On This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.
On this West Virginia Morning, digital devices and social media command more and more of our attention these days. Balancing this and creating healthy boundaries for increasingly younger children is becoming a bigger part of being a parent. Chris Schulz takes a look at this issue in the latest installment of, “Now What? A Series On Parenting.” The post Balancing Digital, Online Access For Kids And The State's First Commercial Composting Facility On This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.
On this West Virginia Morning, Tuesday marked the end of the holy month of Ramadan in the Islamic faith. Like millions across the world, Muslims in West Virginia fasted from sunup to sundown each day of the month. Their fast is traditionally broken with a meal called iftar. Chris Schulz takes us to an iftar in Morgantown. The post Foster Care Communication And An Iftar In Morgantown On This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.
On this West Virginia Morning, across the country Monday, people took a moment out of their day to watch the solar eclipse. West Virginia was no exception, and at West Virginia University's (WVU) Morgantown campus, a large crowd gathered to experience the celestial event. Chris Schulz has the story. The post WVU Students Gather For Solar Eclipse And Grandson Of Woody Williams Weighs In On Failed Legislation, This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.
On this West Virginia Morning, as temperatures start to rise, people are taking the opportunity to get outside. One group in Morgantown is taking to the streets on their bicycles. Chris Schulz takes us with him as he tags along to explore the city in a new way. The post A Bicycle Ride Through Morgantown On This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.
Film and TV reviewer Chris Schulz joins Kathryn to talk about Manhunt (AppleTV) about the aftermath of the first American presidential assassination. Mr Bates vs The Post Office (TVNZ+) is about one of the biggest miscarriages of justice in British history and Late Night with the Devil (cinemas) traces the ill-fated taping of a live Halloween special in 1977.