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Blues Train - New Music Part 3 Ryan Gatling presents a great music show featuring Jazz, Blues, Funk, Soul and Gospel in his very cool style. Play Episode
Our Generation’s Biggest Conspiracy Theories From the Mandela Effect and the Dead Internet Theory to celebrity clones, simulation theory and whether the world really ended in 2012 - this week, Kai dives into the conspiracy theories our generation grew up hearing about online. This episode was first broadcast on Coast Access Radio, a Community Access Media Alliance station amplifying the voices of Kāpiti and Horowhenua. Supported by NZ On Air. Visit coastaccessradio.org.nz Play Episode
Cruising: The Adventure You Didn't Expect In this episode, we dive into the world of cruising with Joseph O’Sullivan and discover that cruising is about so much more than relaxing on a ship. We explore what cruising really means today, from classic ocean voyages and unforgettable adventures to expedition cruising and journeys into some of the most remote and extraordinary places on Earth — places where, in many cases, a ship is one of the only ways to get there. We talk about why cruising can be one of the most exciting, immersive and effortless ways to see the world, why there really is a cruise for almost every kind of traveller, and why this style of travel deserves to be seen in a completely different light. Whether you're a lifelong cruiser or have never set foot on a ship, this conversation might just change the way you think about cruising — because there is a whole world beyond the pool deck... This episode was first broadcast on Coast Access Radio, a Community Access Media Alliance station amplifying the voices of Kāpiti and Horowhenua, proudly supported by NZ On Air. Learn more at www.coastaccessradio.org.nz Play Episode
Series 2 - Episode 10 with Alyxander and Xiah - Students from Paraparaumu College In this 10th episode of series 2 of our programme highlighting poets on the Kapiti Coast, host Ingrid Prosser interviews 2 students from Paraparaumu College – Alyxander Frontin and Xiah Nesbitt. They talk about how they began to write poetry, and why they do it. Alyxander reads 2 of his poems, and Xiah, one poem. Poetry and interviews with Ingrid Prosser. This episode was first broadcast on Coast Access Radio, a Community Access Media Alliance station amplifying the voices of Kāpiti and Horowhenua. Supported by NZ On Air. Visit coastaccessradio.org.nz Play Episode
The Energy Equation, Part 4: Helping Your Child Manage Their Energy A neurodivergent child may appear to cope throughout the school day, only to unravel when they get home. That contrast does not necessarily mean they were fine at school or that something is wrong at home. They may have spent the day managing sensory input, social expectations, transitions and executive-function demands until their remaining capacity was exhausted. In this episode, Stephen explores behaviour as a possible signal of energy depletion. He discusses meltdowns and tantrums, becoming an “energy detective,” finding personalised forms of recovery, creating a shared language for energy and balancing challenge with capacity. The goal is not perfect behaviour or constant productivity, but sustainable growth, increasing independence and healthy recovery. Refer to https://thrivalcoaching.nz/neurodivergence-matters-podcast/ for related supporting materials. Play Episode
Great Tracks and Sidetracks - Episode 30 Still continuing with The Great American Songbook and interspersed with items on water, the diversity fixated UK police, an unusual antique, Clarkson's pub losses, occupying your kids and finally, how to drink rose wine. Play Episode
MP Tim Costley update from Parliament Otaki MP Tim Costley advises 6 schools in Kapiti with Solar installed, PM attending an event in Kapiti August 26th and Monday event at Waterfront Bar - a 1st responders event. Play Episode
Chicken Check In Chookies, fab to own, not as easy as you would think to care for. But easy when you know how, and in this episode Kath gives us advice on how to care for these curious busy feathered creatures. Gardening made accessible with wonderful gardening teacher and author Kath Irvine. With her 20 years plus experience, Kath sits down in a live to air interview with Catherine and discusses all things gardening. Visit https://ediblebackyard.co.nz Play Episode
We Journey to Harrier Springs! This episode was first broadcast on Coast Access Radio, a Community Access Media Alliance station amplifying the voices of Kāpiti and Horowhenua. Supported by NZ On Air. Visit coastaccessradio.org.nz Play Episode
NZ By Names - Part 2 New Zealand Music presented by Todd Zaner. This episode was first broadcast on Coast Access Radio, a Community Access Media Alliance station amplifying the voices of Kāpiti and Horowhenua. Supported by NZ On Air. Visit coastaccessradio.org.nz Play Episode
The Secret of Platform 13 Continues! An enjoyable weekly story time, read by Viv Bailey. Viv takes the listener through a book of her choice designed for the young and young at heart. Play Episode
Emma is Back with Power Pills Kitty Fitton is on a mission to prove that disability and illness doesn’t mean the end of life as we know it. She writes about hating exercise, coping with blended families, Parkinsons, and trying to reach the bottom of the laundry basket. Play Episode

 

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6:00 AM - 6:30 AM
The Weekly Hotwire
Angus Kebbell brings you closer to the heart of New Zealand’s primary industries and rural economy. Through in-depth conversations, field reports and expert insight, we explore how farming, environment, markets and policy converge and sometimes collide.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
9:15 AM - 9:30 AM
10:00 AM - 10:05 AM
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Alcoholics Anonymous Radio Show
Alcoholics Anonymous Radio Show is a 25 minute broadcast, brought to you by members of Alcoholics Anonymous based in the Christchurch area. The purpose of this show is to increase public awareness of Alcoholics Anonymous as an effective means of recovery from the disease of alcoholism.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Headscarves and Good Yarns
Headscarves and Good Yarns is all about celebrating the differences we have in our community. Even though we all look, think and speak differently to each other we all call Aotearoa our home so tune in and find hear the stories of many different kiwis.
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM
6:00 PM - 6:30 PM
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Kick up the 80's
An independent show produced by British DJ Geoff Dorsett. Geoff takes us back to the 80’s with classic 80's tunes and long forgotten classics and throws in interviews and quizzes.
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
9:00 PM - 10:00 PM

 

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