NZ Herald Presents

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NZ Herald Presents is a curated feed of original, limited series from the NZ Herald. From gripping investigations to untold histories and deeply human stories, each series is brought to life through rich sound design, compelling narration and high-quality production.

Episodio 1

Desert Pirates: Bearded Ruffians

Cairo, July 1940: British desert explorer Ralph Bagnold sets up a unit to raid and gather intelligence behind enemy lines. Ninety New Zealand soldiers from farming and mechanical backgrounds are selected to serve under four British officers. SHORT FILMWatch the short film featuring footage shot by members of the LRDG here: www.nzherald.co.nz/desertpirates Desert Pirates is a Bird of Paradise and NZ Herald production. Made with support from NZ On Air See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

35 min
Episodio 2

Desert Pirates: Into the Blue

A successful operation deep in Italian territory brings the LRDG and Free French forces in Chad together. Getting home is tricky though – a man from Taihape makes an extraordinary barefoot journey over hundreds of miles in the desert. SHORT FILMWatch the short film featuring footage shot by members of the LRDG here: www.nzherald.co.nz/desertpirates Desert Pirates is a Bird of Paradise and NZ Herald production. Made with support from NZ On Air See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

40 min
Episodio 3

Ghost Patrols

German commander Erwin Rommel seems to have the upper hand, pushing the Allies back into Egypt. But the LRDG – often working hand in hand with the SAS – help strike a series of crucial blows. SHORT FILMWatch the short film featuring footage shot by members of the LRDG here: www.nzherald.co.nz/desertpirates Desert Pirates is a Bird of Paradise and NZ Herald production. Made with support from NZ On Air See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

37 min
Episodio 4

Remembering

More than 50 years later, LRDG veteran Ian Judge’s memories of the ill-fated campaign in the Greek Islands emphasize the real life impact of political decisions. New Zealand SAS acknowledge the legacy of the LRDG and former Defence Minister Judith Collins reveals the impact of New Zealand special forces units today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

40 min

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NZ Herald Presents is a curated feed of original, limited series from the NZ Herald. From gripping investigations to untold histories and deeply human stories, each series is brought to life through rich sound design, compelling narration and high-quality production.