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Iconic Covers and More Long Tracks Hallelujah for long tunes and great cover versions, all played in their entirety 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
Writing Family History - Barn McDavitt In this episode of Write Your Story, Angela is joined by Barn McDavitt who has been undergoing extensive family research and uncovering all manner of incredible stories. He shares about the amazing "Seven Sisters" who all had colourful lives in early New Zealand history. Angela reflects on how researching family history and discovering legacies can inform generations to come. Write your Story is a series of stories, written and narrated by their authors. These "new" authors bring us a story they have put together recently and share with us all. 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
A Sweet Tooth all the Way It's spoil yourself week with some tempting suggestions for sweeter things. Try Caramelised Banana Bread, Honey Walnut Fudge or Pineapple Lump, Coconut and Macadamia Slice. Returning to Slow Cooker Week, Peter describes his slight variations on Gail's recipe for Seafood Chowder which he made without the use of a slow cooker. Delicious! 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
Dusty Grooves Ryan Gatling presents a great music show featuring Jazz, Blues, Funk, Soul and Gospel in his very cool style. 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
We Judged Reddit Drama Part 2 (Who's in the Wrong?) Finn and Kai bring back one of their favourite episode formats and dive into a fresh batch of ridiculous "Am I The Asshole?" stories. From a mysterious local "Bush Man" hiding from neighbours, to witness protection cover-ups for bad haircuts, fake gym identities, haunted flats, and someone pretending to be dead to avoid carrying groceries, the boys put their detective skills to the test and decide who's really in the wrong. 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
Great Tracks and Sidetracks - 19 Moa Point, New Zealand? Just a drop in the ocean relative to the UK. Top UK cities for nightlife. How you can watch Puffins going about their lives online from the North Sea. "People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals" object to road named Pork Pie Way. Peter Fleming brings you an entertaining 60 minutes of popular music, mostly gleaned from the 1970’s and 1980’s but not excluding music from any era. 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 Target - By Riley Chance A page turning thriller set in Wellington and Nelson, this latest book from Riley Chance - a NZ Booklovers Award-shortlisted novelist - is a face paced book which also offers a window into societal issues. History, drama, politics and spies - it is all in this fabulous book by Riley and Catherine sits down in front of the mic and asks Riley about the book, his process and what is next on the horizon. 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
Dr Proctor's Fart Powder - Chapter 11 and 12 Viv continues reading Dr Proctor's Fart Powder, starting Chapters 11 through to 12. 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. 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
Nikolai Saratovsky - World-Renowned Pianist Returns to New Zealand Award-winning concert pianist Nikolai Saratovsky joins Mulled Wine Concerts to discuss his upcoming New Zealand tour, life as a piano professor in Taiwan, and why Aotearoa feels like a place to "recharge the soul." From Schumann and Brahms to Tchaikovsky and Rachmaninoff, Nikolai takes us through a stunning concert programme while sharing stories of family, travel, teaching, and his deep connection to New Zealand audiences. Each season Mulled Wine Concerts bring top quality classical concerts to Paekakariki and Featherston. Organiser Mary Gow takes us through what to expect and often has an interview with some of the star performers. 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
Parkinson's: An Unwanted Bitter Pill Are you sick and tired (literally) of waiting for a cure for Parkinson's? We are too. We're also frustrated at the New Zealand health system's inability to comprehend our situation of living with a incurable neuro-degenerative illness, for which we will be on the same pills for life. There is an explosion of new weight loss drugs, and some areas of medicine seem to move very fast — while Parkinson’s still feels stuck in a cycle of symptom management, “maybe in ten years,” and waiting. We try to appreciate scientific progress, but can't pretend it’s enough. Play Episode
Soundwave - ep183 Crossing genres with music from classic albums, to new music by great artists. Paul presents a music programme featuring Jazz, Blues and Soul, from old to new. 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
Sue Wells: What is Local Government Actually For? Penny sits down with former Christchurch City Councillor and local government expert Sue Wells to unpack the deeper issues facing councils across New Zealand. From outdated legislation and democratic representation to rates caps, housing density, infrastructure, and the future role of local government, Sue argues the real debate goes far beyond council boundaries. Find the latest political conversations from local MP's in the Otaki and Mana electorates and Local Government representatives from Kapiti and Horowhenua. 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

 

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Grief on various degrees
From Radio Hawkes Bay, Join Alysha, as she interviews and chats with various guests on everything to do with grief and dying.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Ireland Calling
Ireland seems closer every week with Oliver Lee presenting current events and sports news. Featuring a wide range of Irish music and the occasional guest, including visiting Irish performers, politicians, sports and business people
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
The Night Sky
In this programme, we explore the wonders of our magnificent night sky – stars, planets, nebulae and galaxies. We discuss the latest news and discoveries from space and, we also tell stories from antiquity - the myths and legends of the night sky.
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM
6:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Life Rewritten 40 +
Life doesn’t stop at 40—in fact, it’s just getting started. Join Kristyl Neho as she dives into inspiring stories, personal insights, and thought-provoking discussions about embracing change, discovering new opportunities, and rewriting what life looks lik
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Retrospect Garage Punk
'60s garage punk, garage rock, proto-punk, freak beat and psychedelia from the entire planet. Your regular toe-tapping trip down memory lane this ain't! This is a weekly show hosted by Phil Grey and first broadcast on Free FM [Hamilton, New Zealand]
9:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Secret 70's
10:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Friday Night Blues
The Friday Night Blues Show is a trip through the wonderful world of the blues. Blues music comes in many styles and can be happy or sad, slow or fast, loud or soft. I cover all these on each programme through a wide range of artists

 

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