B-Side Stories B-Side Stories

You might know that Geordie Rogers was elected to represent the Pukehīnau/Lambton ward during the February 2024 Wellington City Council by-election. But you might not know much about Geordie and his background.
In this episode, Laura and Victoria ask Geordie about the close election campaign, and explore his background, interests, and first impressions of the job at Wellington City Council. You'll learn a bit about Geordie's advocacy with Renters United, and much more.

Multi-disciplinary artists Biddy and James open their home and garden each year as part of Newtown Open Studios. They talk to Sadie and Trish about the art they create both separately and together in what they describe as a cross-pollination, and about the home they've created, which is a landmark in Newtown, Te Whanganui a Tara.

Have you ever written a song? Our guest Ali Whitton completed a 52 week song writing challenge - writing a new song every week for a whole year! Hear him speak about the challenges, the learnings, the rap song... and hear some of Ali's music performed live.
Recorded at Wellington Access Radio 20 Feb 2024.
Hosted by Laura Keown and Sadie Coe.
Follow @lostbirdsings on Instagram to hear more from Ali Whitton.

Morgan Bach talks writing, rage and Verb 2023 by B-Side Stories

Esther King shares her love for foraging with B Sides, offering some great tips and motivation for the forage-curious!

Terese McLeod talks about islands, a stream, and views that can't be bought by billionaires by B-Side Stories