Which occupations do we trust most?
Recent research has shown a dip in the public's confidence in some institutions.
Jul 19, 2025•9 min
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Episodes
How ‘woke’ is the new Superman?
There's been criticism the new Superman movie has liberal themes. Film critic Sarah McMullan joins Jim to discuss what's new with the new Superman.
Jul 19, 2025•12 min
Sophia Malthus: Best Song Eva
Video series This is Wheel Life is about to hit the screens for its second season.
Jul 19, 2025•25 min
How to spot and avoid 'ghost store' scams online
Netsafe's chief online safety officer Sean Lyons is back with Jim to discuss the recent rise of online "ghost stores" and how you can make sure you are shopping from a legitimate retailer.
Jul 19, 2025•13 min
An exceptional polo horse, her clones, and a business betrayal
The polo world has been rocked by a scandal involving an Argentinian polo legend and his favourite horse.
Jul 19, 2025•27 min
Suddenly feeling older? That sounds about right...
Evidence is mounting that we age in bursts rather than gradually.
Jul 19, 2025•18 min
Report into Air India crash focuses on pilot's actions
Professor of Aviation Safety Shawn Pruchnicki joins Jim to discuss the evidence so far.
Jul 19, 2025•18 min
The Sunday Morning Quiz
Quiz master Jack Waley-Cohen is back with his Sunday Morning quiz.
Jul 19, 2025•8 min
Sleep expert: Professor Russell Foster
Professor Russell Foster joins Jim to answer your questions about bad dreams and poor sleep.
Jul 19, 2025•17 min
What's My Book About: Lindsey Dawson
Former journalist and magazine editor Lindsey Dawson discusses her true crime book, Poisoning on Parker Road.
Jul 12, 2025•27 min
Calling Home: Jack Timings in Copenhagen
Jack Timings had a chance to support the choir its recent performances in Denmark.
Jul 12, 2025•25 min
Why 'The Salt Path' is stirring controversy
Adapted from a book written Raynor Winn, The Salt Path purports to tell the true story of a couple who suddenly become homeless.
Jul 12, 2025•10 min
Have we got the job for you? The rise of job scams
Netsafe's chief online safety officer Sean Lyons joins Jim to discuss the techniques scammers use
Jul 12, 2025•21 min
How smelly was ancient Rome?
Ancient Rome stank to the high heavens, according to Dr Thomas Derrick from Australia's Macquarie University.
Jul 12, 2025•22 min
Frances Cook: Is it wise to cut back on insurance?
Financial journalist and creator of the Making Cents podcast, Frances Cook is back with Jim to discuss making decisions around insurance when money is tight, as well as the latest figures from the property market.
Jul 12, 2025•19 min
The burden of choosing the perfect baby name
Linguistics professor Laurel MacKenzie joins Jim to discuss why and how names come and go from popularity.
Jul 12, 2025•25 min
The Sunday Morning Quiz
Quiz master Jack Waley-Cohen is back with his Sunday Morning quiz.
Jul 12, 2025•7 min
US Correspondent Mitch McCann
We get the latest from the US from our correspondent Mitch McCann in New York.
Jul 12, 2025•11 min
Does the world need billionaires?
Should tax rules prevent billionaires from amassing fortunes? Professor Jessica Flanigan says 'no'.
Jul 05, 2025•28 min
Why can’t we stand being alone with our thoughts?
Victoria University Psychology Professor Dr Marc Wilson joins Jim to share his views on whether smartphones are preventing us from being bored or are contributing to it.
Jul 05, 2025•19 min
The long-term implications of Trump's 'big beautiful bill'
US correspondent Karen Kasler joins Jim to discuss the bill and the long-term implications for America.
Jul 05, 2025•14 min
Hospice Heroes: the touching new show on end-of-life care
In Hospice Heroes, staff, patients and their whanau share their experience of end-of-life care.
Jul 05, 2025•19 min
The pros and cons of the weight loss drug hitting our shores
New Scientist health reporter Grace Wade joins Jim to discuss both the benefits and risks of Wegovy.
Jul 05, 2025•20 min
John Koten: a 70-year-old's quest for youthful skin
After 20 surgeries to remove skin cancers from his face, journalist John Koten turned to lotions and potions to see if they'd make a difference.
Jul 05, 2025•24 min
The Sunday Morning Quiz
Quiz master Jack Waley-Cohen is back with his Sunday Morning quiz. J
Jul 05, 2025•7 min
Rich Preston: UK Correspondent
BBC News presenter and foreign affairs reporter Rich Preston joins Jim to discuss the latest news coming out of the UK.
Jul 05, 2025•16 min
Calling Home: Anne Malcom from St Louis
Romance novelist Anne Malcom has called St Louis, Missouri home for the past four years.
Jun 28, 2025•24 min
Celeb stylist Sarah Stuart on curating your winter wardrobe
Fashion stylist Sarah Stuart joins Jim to discuss what's on trend this winter.
Jun 28, 2025•22 min
Mark Vette: how to handle anti-social dogs
Founder of Dog Zen, Mark Vette discusses anti-social behaviour, anxiety, medication and how Covid may have impacted some pooches.
Jun 28, 2025•15 min
Lisette Reymer: accidental war correspondent
Lisette Reymer joins Jim to discuss her book No, I Don't get Danger Money - Confessions of an Accidental War Correspondent.
Jun 28, 2025•34 min
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