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A 15-year-old died from complications of influenza B on Saturday. Otago University epidemiologist, Professor Michael Baker spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

A lot of interest is expected in the by-election to fill the seat left empty by the death of Takutai Tarsh Kemp. The 50-year-old Te Pāti Māori MP died yesterday. Otago University law expert Andrew Geddis told Mike Hosking the Tamaki Makaurau seat was won by just 42 votes in 2023 and will be very tightly contested again. The complicating factor this time is likely to be sympathy, he says, suspecting that Te Pāti Māori will likely run strongly on a kind of legacy argument. The by-election could clash with local body elections. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Prime Minister says New Zealand has a proper, comprehensive relationship with China. Christopher Luxon is keeping tight lipped about what he talked about behind closed doors with Chinese leaders after his three-day trip drew to a close. Otago University International Relations professor Robert Patman says the trip appears to have been a successful one, based on the reactions from both sides. "The two sides signed 11 agreements, including agreements in food safety, customs and also tourism. And also, I think he gave Mr Luxon a chance to plug New Zealand as an educational destination for post-graduate Chinese students who may be considering switching from the United States." Prime Minister Luxon and his officials are set to visit Europe, where Luxon will attend the annual NATO summit. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To strike or not to strike. The US President has had talks with officials on joining Israel's attacks on Iranian nuclear sites. Since the initial attack on Friday, strikes have killed at least 224 Iranians and 24 Israelis. Otago University International Relations Professor Robert Patman says the split in Trump's supporter base will make things difficult. Patman says many MAGA supporters want to stay out of foreign wars. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Zealand has joined Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Norway in imposing sanctions on two far-right Israeli ministers for inciting violence and human rights abuses in Gaza. Otago University international relations professor Robert Patman spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Researchers say the Vape industry and regulators needs to show they're taking consumer safety seriously. A study in today's Medical Journal shows more than half of vape juices have incorrectly labelled how much nicotine they contain. Most of the mislabelled products had significantly less nicotine than advertised – some by over 50%. Otago University Senior Research Fellow Jude Ball told Mike Hosking this is suggestive of widespread issues in manufacturing quality. She says New Zealand has strong regulations about what can and can't be in vape products, so the fact nicotine levels are way off raises concerns. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Half of the children on the dental surgery waitlist have been waiting for more than four months. Health New Zealand data shows nearly three-thousand kids have been waiting for more than 120 days. Otago dentistry Senior Lecturer Samuel Carrington tells Ryan Bridge waiting patients have complex issues with their teeth. "By the time Tamariki reach hospital care, they're usually in a lot of significant pain and have multiple infected or abscessed teeth," he says. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ten thousand New Zealanders may have lost vision – sometimes permanently – because of toxoplasmosis, an infection triggered by a parasite spread by cats. University of Otago researchers estimate 40,000 people are affected by ocular toxoplasmosis – one in four seriously – but their efforts to develop new treatments are being hampered by a lack of funding. Dr. Francesc March, an Ophthalmology Consultant at Otago University, joined the Afternoons team to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for Monday the 19th of May, we talked about a very dramatic police pursuit of a fleeing driver in South Auckland. Our very first caller told us about his success in fleeing the police recently. Police Minister Mark Mitchell heard the call and gave us a ring. Then a very interesting conversation about toxoplasmosis and just how common it is. Cats carry the parasite that causes it and you can get the disease a number of other ways as well. An expert from Otago University toing us on the show as well. And to finish the show - doggy bags at restaurants - are you a fan or is it a pain for hospo? Get the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Podcast every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10,000 New Zealanders may have lost vision - sometimes permanently - due to toxoplasmosis, an infection caused by a parasite spread by cats. Otago University researchers estimate 40-thousand people are affected by ocular toxoplasmosis - one in four seriously - but their efforts to develop new treatments are being hampered by lack of funding. Ruth Hill reports.

Otago University pathology professor Diane Kenwright likes to add a bit of spice to her classes with trainee doctors. Fascinated by the crossover of words used in pathology and words used to describe everyday food, she created her own YouTube channel - The Pathology Cooking Show, showing what diseases look like inside the body. And her innovative teaching methods have won her an outstanding teaching award from the Royal College of Pathologists. Otago University pathology professor Diane Kenwright spoke to Jesse.

In this episode, Michael and James discuss institutional neutrality in universities, examining how the Education and Training Act Amendment Bill addresses universities' ability to take official positions on political matters. They analyse Otago University's draft statement on institutional neutrality, exploring the distinction between universities "taking positions" versus "making statements" on controversial issues, and consider how the legislation could be improved to better protect academic freedom.

A Middle East expert says there's little hope displaced Palestinians can go back to Gaza in future under Israel's latest plan. Its Security Cabinet is planning to expand military action, move Gazans south - and pressure Hamas to release hostages. Otago University's Dr Leon Goldsmith says Israel says it's waiting for the US President's okay. But he says this is already an 'apocalyptic catastrophe'. "But I think if they put this plan into place, they will not allow Palestinians freedom of movement back towards the North." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Corrections is investigating the impact longer sentences might have in reducing reoffending, at the request from the Corrections Minister, Mark Mitchell. Otago University senior lecturer in criminology Dr Fairleigh Gilmour spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

According to an article in the NZ Herald this morning, fewer people want to be teachers. Teacher education is still a popular field of study, but both Canterbury and Otago Universities have seen a decline in teaching student enrolments over the past four years. Provisional data shows Canterbury has 964 students enrolled in a course in 2025, down from 1281 four years ago. Otago has followed a similar trend, with student numbers dropping from 620 to 495 in the same period. National Polytech, Te Pukenga, has seen the lowest number of first year teaching students since it formed in 2020. It's not the best news when we are facing a teacher shortage is it? PPTA President Chris Abercrombie said the downward trend is extremely worrying. I'm not surprised by this trajectory. All we seem to hear about are issues around pay, conditions, and the challenge of changes to the curriculum. And then there are the parents who don't have the time to support their children in their education but complain about teachers when their children don't reach their expectations. I can understand pay and conditions being a red flag for someone heading into teaching, but teachers have worked hard advocating for themselves when it comes to pay, and the government has accepted conditions need to improve. But it's in all our best interests that we attract good people, passionate about education, to the profession, and while we may not be able to do much about the pay and conditions outside a general election, we can do something to push back on the shift in attitude towards teachers which has crept in over recent years, preventing some from considering the idea of being a teacher. Chris Abercrombie said, “One of the things we often hear is the lack of respect from the community, from politicians, and people are like, well, why do I want to go into a profession that has that.” As in any industry, there are great teachers, good teachers, and some who may be a bit useless. But we need to be championing our teachers. Teachers play a massive, formulative role in our children's lives. Some even change a young person's life, or what our kids believe is possible. Just over 3 years ago, a young lady rather close to me started high school, had a bit of a hiccup, and was at school for about half of years 9 and 10. In year 11 she started a new school, and this year she aims to wrap up school and complete year 13 a year early, before heading to university to do a science degree. There isn't a person who knows what she's been through who isn't stunned by this turn around. A lot of it is down to this remarkable young lady – she has worked hard to get back on track and loves to study - but it's also thanks to a series of extraordinary teachers that she is where she is today. So, if we want the best outcome for our children and their future, we can start by showing some respect, and champion all the good teachers out there. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

She has lifted the Rugby World Cup 3 times while Captain of the Black Ferns and in 2016, breaking a 124 year drought, became the first female on the New Zealand Rugby Board.Listen in as I chat to Dr Farah Palmer about her journey from Piopio College to Otago University to Associate Dean, Māori, at Massey University's Business School.  We chat about her passions -  Māori rugby, women in rugby and community rugby.

World Athletics has approved the introduction of cheek swabbing to determine if an athlete is biologically female. The global body's president Sebastian Coe says the decision is further evidence his organisation will protect the women's category in competition. The intention is to have the testing in place for September's world championships in Tokyo. Former Olympian and Otago University Emeritus Professor Dave Gerrard says the science behind the proposed tests is solid - and it's a reliable testing method. "It's used in common medical practice for genetic issues - and to determine the sex of individuals. So it's sound, and it is sound science." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's been five years since the COVID-19 pandemic which also saw the spread of virtual meetings. Some workers have been ordered back to the office - but regardless the virtual meeting or video call has stuck around. So is that a good or a bad thing? Reporter Bella Craig hit the streets of Auckland to find out about people's online meeting habits. Otago University associate professor Paula O'Kane spoke to Lisa Owen.

St Patrick's Day celebrations at Otago University fell to a new low on Monday, when a dead wallaby was roasted on a couch fire on Dunedin's notorious Castle St. Otago University Student Association president Liam White spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Coming to you from an Airbnb, above a ski hire shop, next to a construction site in Ushuia, Argentina… It's a very special episode as we continue to pester Antarctica. We are here for today is a very special birthday. Our favorite and most elusive colossal squid, Mesonychoteuthis hamiltoni, has been described for 100 years but never seen in its natural environment! We are having a birthday bash for the big girl. Joined by Kat Bolstad of the Auckland University of Technology, Squid Squad, we learn what we do and don't know, as well as the project Thom and Kat came up with to try to find it.   We're really trying to make this project self-sustaining, so we have started looking for ways to support the podcast. Here's a link to our page on how to support us, from the free options to becoming a patron of the show. We want to say a huge thank you to those patrons who have already pledged to support us: Luz, Caro Mclaren, Tadhg, Austin Horenkamp, Thora, Lindsey and Harrison   Thanks again for tuning in; we'll deep-see you next time!   Check out our podcast merch here! Which now includes Alan's beloved apron and a much anticipated new design...    Feel free to get in touch with us with questions or your own tales from the high seas on: podcast@armatusoceanic.com We'd love to actually play your voice so feel free to record a short audio note!   We are also on  Twitter: @DeepSeaPod Facebook: DeepSeaPodcast Instagram: @deepsea_podcast Keep up with the team on social media Twitter:  Alan - @Hadalbloke Thom - @ThomLinley  Instagram:  Thom - @thom.linley  BlueSky: Thom - @deepseapod.com   Follow Kat on  Bluesky: @autsquidsquad.bsky.social Twitter: @ALCESonline Reference list Interview Original colossal squid description Pure Ocean Fund Intrepid Travel Auckland Aquarium - SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Us testing the camera in the aquarium Mantis Sub underwater housings https://www.mantis-sub.com/ Otago University and the NZ Whale and Dolphin Trust Importance in sperm whale diet Colossal and giant squid eyes Toothfish predation by colossal squid one and two Whales vs squid arms race Ceph Ref and GoFundMe Glossery Umwelt - the sensory world an animal lives in. Intraspecific - between the same species Interspecific - between different species    Credits Theme – Hadal Zone Express by Märvel Logo image: Thom Linley Happy birthday: The guests aboard the Ocean Endeavour

Coming to you from an Airbnb, above a ski hire shop, next to a construction site in Ushuia, Argentina… It's a very special episode as we continue to pester Antarctica. Alan checks in from Barcelona for mysterious reasons. We'll have to get the truth our of him in the future…   Lots is going on in the news; deep-sea fish keep turning up, including a little Melanocetus anglerfish - sometimes called a black seadevil. This has had a real impact on people. The media tried to call it a monster, but the people fell for this little fish. An orfish, the doomsday fish, also turns up, but is that really a sign of doom? There's a new giant isopod, and it's named after Darth Vader - Bathy-normouse! We get excited about Beryllium-10 and ponder neutrinos.  But what we are here for today is a very special birthday. Our favorite and most elusive colossal squid, Mesonychoteuthis hamiltoni, has been described for 100 years but never seen in its natural environment! We are having a birthday bash for the big girl. Joined by Kat Bolstad of the Auckland University of Technology, Squid Squad, we learn what we do and don't know, as well as the project Thom and Kat came up with to try to find it.   We're really trying to make this project self-sustaining, so we have started looking for ways to support the podcast. Here's a link to our page on how to support us, from the free options to becoming a patron of the show. We want to say a huge thank you to those patrons who have already pledged to support us: Luz, Caro Mclaren, Tadhg, Austin Horenkamp, Thora, Lindsey and Harrison   Thanks again for tuning in; we'll deep-see you next time!   Check out our podcast merch here! Which now includes Alan's beloved apron and a much anticipated new design...    Feel free to get in touch with us with questions or your own tales from the high seas on: podcast@armatusoceanic.com We'd love to actually play your voice so feel free to record a short audio note!   We are also on  Twitter: @DeepSeaPod Facebook: DeepSeaPodcast Instagram: @deepsea_podcast Keep up with the team on social media Twitter:  Alan - @Hadalbloke Thom - @ThomLinley  Instagram:  Thom - @thom.linley  BlueSky: Thom - @deepseapod.com   Follow Kat on  Bluesky: @autsquidsquad.bsky.social Twitter: @ALCESonline Reference list News Anglerfish New York Times Today Beetle Moses cartoon   Orfish Stranding Doomsday fish paper   Vader isopod   Radioactive blip   KM3Net Interview Original colossal squid description Pure Ocean Fund Intrepid Travel Auckland Aquarium - SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Us testing the camera in the aquarium Mantis Sub underwater housings https://www.mantis-sub.com/ Otago University and the NZ Whale and Dolphin Trust Importance in sperm whale diet Colossal and giant squid eyes Toothfish predation by colossal squid one and two Whales vs squid arms race Ceph Ref and GoFundMe Glossery Umwelt - the sensory world an animal lives in. Intraspecific - between the same species Interspecific - between different species    Credits Theme – Hadal Zone Express by Märvel Logo image: Thom Linley Happy birthday: The guests aboard the Ocean Endeavour Poem: One of our patrons, Tadhg   Timestamps/ chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:05:55 - News 00:21:35 - Interview - Colossal squid 01:08:00 - Outro

A nutritionist is defending health star ratings, despite the little impact they have. Otago University has led a probe of the decade-old voluntary system for rating food products, finding they only slightly improved diet. It calculates it'd save the health system about 70 times more if it were made compulsory. Nutritionist Nikki Hart told Mike Hosking it is a helpful system for consumers. She says people aren't looking at the back of the packet, so the rating gives people a good idea. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The attack happened on February fourth at a property on Cosy Dell Road - an area close to Otago University, with a number of student flats. Police say an unknown man entered the house and assaulted an occupant at about 2:30am and several items found nearby lead to an arrest. A 36 year old man is in custody facing multiple charges including unlawful sexual connection, and burglary. Amy Martin from the Otago University Student Association spoke to Lisa Owen.

Keep Otepoti Dunedin Beautiful had put the call out for students to help collect discard bottles and other rubbish littering the streets after O week revelries. There was even a prize draw for anyone who joined the cleaning crew, but only a single Otago university student turned up. Keep Otepoti Dunedin Beautiful co-ordinator Kelsey Porter spoke to Lisa Owen.

A legal expert says a proposal to give police increased legal power to deal with protests will impose constraints on the rights of protestors. Otago University law professor Andrew Geddis spoke to Corin Dann.

A passenger on an New Zealand flight to Dunedin on Saturday said customers were told there was 1300 kilograms of extra luggage on a flight packed with students heading for university. Just before the flight was due to take off, passenger Michael Riddell said Air New Zealand official asked for thirteen volunteers to get off the plane to lighten the load or all the baggage would be left behind. He was heading south with his wife and daughter to drop her off at Otago University - but got off the flight when the call went out. Michael Riddell explained how things unfolded.

Ms Otila Osborne is a researcher at Otago University who is looking at recreational gambling in older people.

1News reports Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown is travelling to Beijing on Friday to sign a deal. Foreign Minister Winston Peters seems to have been caught off guard - given New Zealand's long-standing free association agreement. Otago University international relations professor Robert Patman says the partnership has potential security and foreign policy implications, so New Zealand should have been consulted. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donald Trump's suggestion he could take over Gaza casts a shadow on hopes for a two-state solution. The President said today Palestinians could be resettled and the US could redevelop the territory. Israel's Prime Minister says the idea is worth paying attention to. Otago University politics professor Robert Patman says one problem is the lack of any clarity on Benjamin Netanyahu's end goal. "It doesn't seem like Mr Trump is actually applying too much thinking about how tensions in the region can be resolved - as opposed to transplanting them elsewhere." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Otago University's urging the government to raise the cap on how many students can study medicine. It comes amid a GP shortage across the country. Medical School Acting Dean Tim Wilkinson told Mike Hosking they're keen to train more GPs, but Government imposed enrolment limits are in the way. He says the shortage goes beyond GPs and impacts many disciplines. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New research from Otago University has painted a grim picture for the future health of Kiwis... More than half a million of us will be living with diabetes by 2044 - a 90% increase on current numbers, researchers say. Is lifestyle or genetics to blame for the rising rates? Otago University researcher Andrea Teng joins the show to discuss the alarming figures. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Zealand's water infrastructure system is leaking at a far higher rate than global leaders. Otago University research shows 21% of piped water is being lost. In comparison, the Netherlands loses 5% and Germany 6%. The leaks are also wasting around $122 million each year. Professor of Public Health Nick Wilson told Ryan Bridge that New Zealand has a network of very aging pipes that aren't being fixed in the same way they do in Europe. He says that leaking and breaking pipes are actually a concern from a public health perspective, as defects can increase the risk of disease outbreaks. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Parents are starting to raise concerns about the price of uniforms ahead of the start of the new school year. Otago University's Johanna Reidy spoke to Paddy Gower.

An Otago University legal expert has described the government's treatment of the Fast-Track Approvals Bill as "bad law-making". Professor Andrew Geddis spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

On today's episode, the government has announced its plan to replace the Interisland ferries, but there are still many questions to be answered, an Otago University legal expert has described the government's treatment of the Fast-Track Approvals Bill as "bad law-making", new wastewater testing results show there has been a significant rise in methamphetamine and cocaine consumption over the past few months, Syria's interim prime minister has vowed to rebuild the country but acknowledges the uphill battle ahead, and the property market has been a bit flat this year, but that hasn't stopped some houses changing hands for enormous sums.

Labour leader Chris Hipkins says his party has ruled joining the security pact AUKUS. Otago University international relations professor Robert Patman spoke to Corin Dann.

The Covid-19 Inquiry report is out, saying lockdowns and vaccine mandates worked but sometimes they went on for too long. Otago University professor Dr Michael Baker spoke to Alexa Cook.

The Dunedin City Council is hearing submissions on its local alcohol policy and several submitters say it should include a ban on glass alcohol containers at North Dunedin liquor stores. But others reckon bad student behaviour shouldn't mean they're stuck with an unworkable policy. Otago University proctor Dave Scott spoke to Lisa Owen.

A programme aimed at getting more under-served groups into medical school is being scrutinised. New research in today's New Zealand Medical Journal has found Otago University's affirmative action initiatives haven't increased the number of students from poorer backgrounds. Māori now make up 20% of enrolments, reaching parity with European and Asian enrolments for the first time. But Auckland University Emeritus Professor of Medicine Des Gorman told Mike Hosking the programme wasn't designed to just lift Māori enrolment. He says when it was brought in 50 years ago, it was aimed at improving Māori health outcomes and access. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Otago University researchers are making the case for a Trans-Tasman pandemic cooperation agreement. Professor Nick Wilson spoke to Guyon Espiner.

A study of Christchurch's Muslim community has found that more than 60 percent of participants suffered from mental health conditions like PTSD and depression after the 2019 mosque terrorist attacks. Otago University professor Richard Porter spoke to Alexa Cook.

In this conversation, Professor Alex Tups discusses his extensive research on metabolic regulation, focusing on the roles of leptin and insulin in the brain. He shares insights into the discovery of butane, a compound found in the Dahlia flower, and its potential to improve blood sugar regulation and combat neuroinflammation. The discussion highlights the importance of diet, gut health, and the synergistic effects of flavonoids in promoting overall well-being. Professor Tups emphasizes the need for further research and clinical trials to validate the benefits of his findings. In this conversation, Alexander Tups and Lisa Tamati discuss the journey of research from the lab to market, focusing on the supplement Dahlia 4 and its potential impact on health, particularly in relation to metabolic dysregulation and neuroinflammation. They explore the importance of consumer awareness regarding supplements, the role of circadian rhythms in health, and the need for proactive health measures. The discussion emphasizes the unique mechanism of Dahlia 4 in targeting brain inflammation and its implications for conditions like Alzheimer's disease. Takeaways: Leptin and insulin play crucial roles in metabolic regulation. Neuroinflammation is a key factor in insulin resistance. Dahlia4 is a supplement derived from the Dahlia flower. Flavonoids can have synergistic effects on health. Diet and gut health significantly impact overall well-being. Research shows potential for reversing pre-diabetes. Oral hygiene is linked to brain health. Clinical trials are ongoing for Dahlia 4's effectiveness. The brain is a master organ in regulating metabolism. Natural compounds can have varying effects on health. The importance of feedback from users to improve health products. Research must translate into real-world applications for maximum impact. Basic research is crucial for developing new drugs and supplements. Supplements can be brought to market faster than traditional drugs. Consumer awareness is key in choosing effective supplements. Metabolic dysregulation is a growing concern for aging populations. Neuroinflammation may be addressed with targeted supplements. Regular eating patterns can support circadian rhythms and metabolic health. Dahlia4 targets brain inflammation, offering a unique approach. Proactive health measures can mitigate risks of chronic diseases. If you would like to try DAHLIA4 you can now find it in our range at www.lisatamati.com Dahlia4 BIO Alexander Tups pursued his academic journey in Biology, initially studying at the Heinrich Heine University of Duesseldorf and the Philipps University of Marburg. He earned a Diploma in Biology at the latter institution, focusing on Animal Physiology, Genetics, and Developmental Biology. He further advanced his education through a Marie Curie and Boehringer Ingelheim Fonds Scholarship, undertaking a Ph.D. at the Rowett Research Institute, one of the UK's leading nutrition research centres and the Philipps University of Marburg. In 2005 he graduated with "summa cum laude (highest distinction) " for his research on the neuroendocrine mechanism that regulates seasonal body weight. Following his Ph.D., Alexander Tups served as a postdoctoral fellow at the University of Otago from 2006-2008. In recognition of his potential, he received a prestigious junior group leader grant in nutrition research from the German Ministry of Education and Research in 2007, amounting to €1,500,000. This grant allowed him to establish an independent research group called 'neuronal nutrition physiology' at the Philipps University of Marburg, where he explored the impact of nutrient sensing in the brain on the regulation of body weight and glucose homeostasis as one of the youngest independent group leaders in Germany. From 2012-2014 in addition to his group leader role he was Head of Department for Animal Physiology at this institution before he was appointed at the University of Otago in 2014 in Physiology.   Throughout his career, Alex Tups has contributed significantly to his field, publishing 48 peer reviewed research papers, the vast majority as lead author. His research has contributed to our understanding of how the brain controls body weight and blood sugar levels. 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The 2024 Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting gets underway today in Samoa. Dr Robert Patman is a Professor of Politics and International Relations at Otago University. He spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss

Stephen Altair is an author and teacher of Light Body Awakening, including Mindfulness and Meditation. At a very early age, Stephen had a dream of being a monk and experiencing the cosmic sound and light, an experience which fostered his awakening into self-awareness and a curiosity and deep love for all spiritual paths. This curiosity led him to study T'ai Chi, Qigong, meditation, Kriya Yoga, Reiki, and other mind-body training techniques. Stephen graduated from Auckland and Otago University with degrees in Education and Business and was Certified as a Counsellor with the Counsellors and Psychotherapists Association of New South Wales in Australia. He has been writing and teaching meditation techniques for over 30 years. His latest books are Diary of a Yogi and Raising Our Vibration: A Guide to Subtle Energy Meditation, which are available on Amazon. Stephen now lives in Japan with his wife and daughter. Kevin Schoeninger is an author, meditation coach, and Co-Creator of the ROV Meditation App. Kevin graduated from Villanova University in 1986 with a Master's degree in Philosophy, and is Certified as a Personal Trainer, Life Coach, Qigong Meditation Master Instructor, and Holy Fire Karuna Reiki Master Teacher. He has been writing about and teaching these techniques for over 35 years. His latest books are Clear Quiet Mind and Raising Our Vibration: A Guide to Subtle Energy Meditation, which are available on Amazon. For support and tools for meditation and awareness practice, visit our website: https://raisingourvibration.net A Meditation A Day, daily guided meditations is presented by EWN. Our intention for our time together is to come together to surround the planet, humanity and ourselves with divine healing love. We know when two or more are gathered, that we then amplify the intention and energy for ourselves and for the collective. Discover a gateway to inspirational online programs exploring spiritual divinity, angels, energy work, chakras, past lives, and the soul with Enlightened World Network. Explore spiritually transformative authors, teachers, and healers. Find powerful meditations for healing, create your reality meditations, meditation for self-reflection, and meditation for self-awareness. Archangel Michael inspired the creation of Enlightened World Network. Visit our website: https://enlightenedworld.online Check out EWN's website featuring over 150 spirit-inspired lightworkers specializing in meditation, energy work and angel channeling. https://www.enlightenedworld.online Please consider donating to support the work of the EWN https://www.paypal.me/EnlightenedWorld. Enjoy inspirational and educational shows at http://www.youtube.com/c/EnlightenedWorldNetwork Listen to Enlightened World Network on Apple Podcast (https://apple.co/3W8rx2n) Spotify (https://spoti.fi/3Xb4DIT) Amazon Music (https://amzn.to/3CNvu5H) Please share EWN's shows with your community so more people can benefit and get support. We appreciate your friendship. To sign up for a newsletter to stay up on EWN programs and events, sign up here:https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/FBoFQef/web Link to EWN's disclaimer: https://enlightenedworld.online/disclaimer/ #starseedsofinstagram #starseed #lighthealer #worldpeacemeditation

Cost cutting means New Zealand is ill prepared for an outbreak of a new covid variant, despite the virus still being the number one infectious disease killer, according to well known Otago University epidemiologist Doctor Michael Baker. ESR confirmed the highly transmissable Covid-19 sub-variant, XEC is here. This strain is a mix of two previous Omicron subvariants, it's already in about 30 other countries too and spreading rapidly. Epidemiologist Professor Michael Baker spoke to Lisa Owen.

Universities are a bit of a minefield at the moment. Grant Robertson has gone to run Otago, Auckland has introduced a Māori-related compulsory course which has received surprise and push back, and AUT has been giving out free points in a race-based travel rort, where if you're Māori you get a better chance at travel funding than if you're not Māori. So when the latest international university rankings were released yesterday the fact Otago is at its lowest ranking ever will come as a good chance to offer a decent serve to old Grant "can't run an economy, can't run a university" Robertson. Auckland was another who fell out of the top 150 for the first time. So, once again, a chance to have a crack. There are other rankings and depending on which ones you look at depends on how they are judged. Overall, you can argue we are not particularly high up in global terms. Auckland as our top facility outside the top 150 doesn't sound very encouraging, because it isn't. Otago is so far down the list they don't even rank them specifically. It's just a band and they have gone from the 301-350 band down to the 351-400 band. They might be 399th in the world. Surely there's some reputational work to be done? I note Otago defended themselves by saying they were disappointed, but no New Zealand university had improved, sort of in a "well we are all a bit useless then, aren't we?", kind of way. Having had a bit of experience with universities these past few years —two of our five have, or are, attending and a third is about to go— the unmistakable reality that smacks you in the face is the wokeness of it all and the stench of indoctrination about the place. They are there to fill your head with the stuff they believe to be correct. You think their way or you are wrong. A lot of it is race-based and it's unappealing. Mind you, I'm older. Maybe young kids lap it up, or think they lap it up, until they mature a bit. But even the teaching brigade at some of these places have voiced their concerns around freedom of speech and when you add the concerns to the rankings, the overall picture painted is not flattering. Because they are so woke my fear is a ranking like this will not be seen as a reason to change, or improve, but yet another reason to dismiss those who can't possibly know what they're talking about. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A team of Otago University researchers looking into a spray that could control red meat spoilage has won a 1 million dollar grant from MBIE. New Zealand's red meat industry generates 10.8 billion dollars a year in annual revenue, but up to 1% of its export product is rejected due to spoilage. Jesse speaks to Otago University researcher Dr Sam Wardell.

Matiu Walters is the lead singer and guitarist of New Zealand's band Six60. The group formed in Dunedin in 2008, and across the last 16 years have broken all the rules to become New Zealand's biggest band. In 2019 they became the first New Zealand act to sell out Western Springs and in 2021 became the first band to ever play Eden Park to a sold-out crowd of 50,000.  In this episode we talk to Matiu about Otago University and the origins of the band, getting coached by Josh Kronfeld – and then performing on stage with him, their spine-tingling Eden Park show, his response to harsh critical reviews, the highs and lows of being a musician, Teddy Swims, Eli leaving the band and much, much more. Matiu is such a great chat. Despite being one of New Zealand's most popular musicians – there's no ego attached. He's as down to earth as they come, and we go deep on all of the most interesting and insightful parts of Six60s wild ride. This episode is brought to you by TAB, download the new app today and get your bet on! Listen on iHeart Radio or wherever you get your podcasts from or watch the video on YouTube. We're also stoked to tell you about the business we've built. If you'd like to get one of our epic guests in to MC or Speak at your function or event, flick us a message by going to b2bspeakers.co.nz and let our guests make your night. And to get the best discount off your NordVPN plan - go to nordvpn.com/betweentwobeers - our link will also give you 4 extra months on the 2-year plan. There's no risk with Nord's 30-day money-back guarantee! Enjoy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new study on the sleeping habits of adolescents says using devices in bed is more detrimental to youth sleep than screen time before bed. Lead author of the Otago University study Dr Bradley Brosnan spoke to Corin Dann.

In this episode of "Pushing the Limits" we enter the fascinating world of Kaytee Boyd who is an integrative clinical nutritionist but really the title doesn't really explain the depth of knowledge and expertise and clinical insights this wonderful lady has to share. We do a deep dive into cancer and the role of the gut, nutrition for cancer, the foundational health principles to support you on your cancer journey but we also go in personalized medicine and nutrition and why there is no "one size fits all" when it comes to diet and lifestyle interventions.   We discuss advanced testing techniques and how you can use them to better your health and much much more.   Kaytee has extensive clinical experiences dealing with everything from: Cancer (all types, all stages) High fat diet/ weight and fat loss Chronic fatigue Gut issues: IBS, IBD, FODMAPS, SIFO, LIBO, bacterial overgrowth, candida Auto-immune (Hashimotos,thyroid, Graves, Goiter skin, Rheumatoid arthritis) Cardiovascular conditions Genetics testing Neurological (Alzheimer, MS, Autism, ADD, ADHD, spectrum, depression, anxiety, mental health, insomnia) Hormones (estrogen dominance, endometriosis PCOS) Muscular skeletal (fibromyalgia, polymyalgia)    So this is one episode you won't want to miss and we promise to make a part two.   You can find Kaytee and her team at  https://www.theboydclinic.co.nz/   on instagram: at @the.boyd.clinic    BIO Kaytee brings over 25 years of experience in the Health and Wellness industry. 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A retired professional athlete and World Cup Gold Medalist in Track Cycling, Kaytee has represented New Zealand in BMX, Mountain Biking, Road Racing, and the Commonwealth Games. Her extensive knowledge of the human body and what it takes to achieve optimal health empowers her clients to reach their highest potential.     Personalised Health Optimisation Consulting with Lisa Tamati Lisa offers solution focused coaching sessions to help you find the right answers to your challenges. Topics Lisa can help with:  Lisa is a Genetics Practitioner, Health Optimisation Coach, High Performance and Mindset Coach. She is a qualified Ph360 Epigenetics coach and a clinician with The DNA Company and has done years of research into brain rehabilitation, neurodegenerative diseases and biohacking. She has extensive knowledge on such therapies as hyperbaric oxygen,  intravenous vitamin C, sports performance, functional genomics, Thyroid, Hormones, Cancer and much more. 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