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Join Anna Thomas as she takes a series of roadtrips with well-known Kiwis, exploring the best food, books, podcasts, and movies to enjoy on your summer break. Plus, news, interviews, and your favourite summer tunes. Contact us at summertimes@rnz.co.nz
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Rounding off three weeks of Summer Times with the enigmatic Brad Warrington aka DJ Sticky Fingers spinning some beloved Kiwi classics.
Tech expert Finn Hogan joins Anna Thomas to look at the Stargate announcement from President Trump, AI under the microscope in Hollywood this Oscars season, and Elon Musk's alleged cheating in a New Zealand video game.
Duncan Hann used to actually suffer from tinnitus - a persistent ringing in the ears - while playing in bands, which eventually led to a master's thesis in tinnitus.
Housed in a stunning limestone building, the museum takes you inside the fascinating world of steampunk - a Victorian view of the future where everything is powered by steam.
From humble beginnings stocking supermarket shelves in Hamilton, today's road trip guest worked his way up to become CEO of Walmart in the U.S. before deciding it was time to come home.
Transitioning back to the school routine, navigating friendships, and getting enough sleep are among the myriad of challenges young people deal with once they get back to the classroom.
Self-confessed "cricket tragic" Mark Young was in Timor Leste with the VSA, and when he saw locals playing cricket with homemade gear, he decided to do something about it.
Joy Keene, the executive director of the New Zealand Game Developers Association, joins Anna Thomas to talk about what's coming next from the homegrown industry.
Ian Martyn founded Medals Reunited 15 years ago. He not only traces their history, and discovers some of the incredible stories behind them, but reunites them with their families.
Kiwis eat more ice cream per capita than any other country, and the deluxe flavours of Duck Island have cemented the brand as a national favourite.
His show has been described as the planet's greatest ninja-style fire act, with nine international awards up his sleeve, and he's coming to Auckland this weekend.
With over 20,000 visitors a year, the New Zealand Police Museum contains evidence from some of New Zealand's most infamous crimes - and while the adults are busy with that, the kids can try on police uniforms and take a seat on a police motorcycle.
Step into Dr Marc Shaw's office and you'll be immediately transported to far-flung places: fascinating items like masks, flags, and photos of him in remote and exotic places rubbing shoulders with locals.
Annie Dundas is the Director Destination at Tataki Auckland Unlimited, responsible for drawing some of the biggest and most exciting events to New Zealand's biggest city.
Drowning Prevention Auckland is encouraging anyone getting out on the water to practice their key survival steps: float, breathe, signal and survive.
RNZ business reporter Nona Pelletier joins Anna to share some happenings from the business world.
Tenor Pene Pati made his debut at the New York Metropolitan Opera playing the lead role of the lecherous Duke in Verdi's libretto Rigoletto.
'Echoes of Impact' from AUT features former All Blacks Frank Bunce and Conrad Smith, along with a range of academics weighing in on the science behind concussions and minor traumatic brain injuries.
It's now been several weeks since former Auckland Zoo resident Burma came out of quarantine in Australia and her long time keeper, Andrew Coers joins us for an update.
Gary Fitzpatrick is the co-founder of Comac Trustees, with over 30 years' experience in estate planning, administration and management of estates and trusts.
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