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4 DAYS AGO

A Vegan Lounge - Rebekah Share - WWJD Documentary

This month, we are joined by Rebekah Share, a local animal activist who was raised in a conservative Christian family, to discuss the faith-based and ethics-centered documentary WWJD (formerly known as Christpiracy). Join us as we share our views on why this documentary is important for all religious followers to consider, and how religion could be key to the movement toward a more vegan world.

4 days ago

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53 min
1 DAY AGO

In Tune - Love songs for Valentines

Service users from the Helen Anderson Trust chat and play music

1 day ago

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26 min
2 FEB

Being Real Parents - Te Tiriti o Waitangi in Everyday Life: Why It Matters for All of Us

"Anna sits down with Aaron Hāpuku from the University of Canterbury for a thoughtful kōrero about Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and why understanding it matters for all of us. Together, they explore how Te Tiriti is not just historical or political, but can guide how we work, parent, lead, and relate to each other every day. This kōrero offers an accessible starting point for anyone wanting to better understand Te Tiriti and feel more confident bringing its values into everyday life."

2 Feb

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28 min
7 JAN

In Tune - Party Songs

Service users from the Helen Anderson Trust chat and play music

7 Jan

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27 min
08/12/2025

A Vegan Lounge - (Dr.) Nik Taylor - New Zealand Centre for Human–Animal Studies

"In this episode, we are joined by Dr Nik Taylor, Professor of Sociology and co-director of the New Zealand Centre for Human–Animal Studies. Nik’s work uncovers the deep connections between human and non-human animal lives, exploring how issues like domestic violence, animal abuse, “meat culture”, and speciesism intersect. A thoughtful and eye-opening conversation for anyone interested in veganism, social justice, or compassionate living."

08/12/2025

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56 min
24/11/2025

Being Real Parents - Talking toy safety with Plunket - a must-listen in the lead up to Christmas

This week Anna chats with Keli Livingston Filipo from Plunket, and it is such a fun and helpful episode. With new toys arriving for Christmas and birthdays, we talk about keeping play safe while still enjoying the magic. Keli shares clever tips for spotting sneaky risks, supporting patience, and saying no in a way that feels calm and connected. It is full of practical ideas you can use straight away.

24/11/2025

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26 min
29/12/2025

Namaste Nepal - Happy New Year 2026 to you all

Music and conversation for the Nepalese community in Canterbury

29/12/2025

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26 min
13/04/2025

Breaking Ground - Colin Mansbridge, Crusaders CEO

"We talk to Crusaders CEO Colin Mansbridge about the Crusaders culture, partnerships, business synergies, and what makes them so successful as an organisation. And with the Super Rugby Pacific season underway we discuss some rugby of course. "

13/04/2025

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45 min
10/05/2025

Breaking Ground - Mack Plovie

Stories of the people and machines shaping New Zealand

10/05/2025

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55 min
10/11/2025

A Vegan Lounge - Sandra Isobel Kyle - Pawprints on My Heart: A New Zealand Woman's Journey to Help Street Animals in India

This month’s episode, we are joined by the wonderful Sandra, a longtime animal and compassion advocate who has recently published her book Pawprints on My Heart: A New Zealand Woman’s Journey to Help Street Animals in India. Join us as we learn about Sandra’s advocacy and vegan journey.

10/11/2025

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55 min

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