The OI Podcast

Dr Barbara Anderson and Trudi Sunitsch | Otago Institute for Arts and Sciences

Topical conversations about anything and everything from the worlds of Science, Art and Mātauranga Māori. Join Dr Barb Anderson and Trudi Sunitsch for some stimulating conversation with guest experts. Brought to you by the Otago Institute – the Otago Branch of the Royal Society for Arts and Sciences. https://otago-institute.org/

  1. 1d ago

    Coping with Dementia with Yoram Barak (Replay)

    Repeat Episode from 17th of January 2025 Professor Yoram Barak, Research Scientist and Consultant joins Dr Barb to discuss Dementia. This episode contains discussion around dementia and holocaust survivors. Listener discretion is advised. Played in support of suffers, friends, families, medical and support workers in this area. In memory of Dr Barb's mum, Mary Anderson of Branch Creek, Cadrona. https://www.otago.ac.nz/bms/expertise/profile?id=2591 https://alzheimersotago.org.nz/, Dementia, Alzheimer's, Elder care, Prof Yoram Barak, This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz

  2. Aug 21

    139 - Remembering Covid with Paul Trotman

    Episode 139, Behind the Mask: On the Frontline Against Covid-19 Pandemic Paul Trotman joins Dr Barb and Trudi in the studio to discuss his feature documentary “Behind the Mask: On the Frontline Against Covid-19 Pandemic” available FREE on youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ed6w9mmNOaU Trailers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ppJ7VyYm18c https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hfgg0p_W8PU This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz

  3. Aug 14

    138 - Tangata o le Moana: People Of The Pacific Ocean with Leota Meredith

    Celebrating the amazing Tūhura Otago Museum Tangata Moana Gallery, Pasifika peoples, communities, and cultures. https://tuhura.nz/our-community/tangata-moana https://tuhura.nz/visit/galleries/tangata-moana This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz

    138 - Tangata o le Moana: People Of The Pacific Ocean with Leota Meredith

  4. Aug 7

    137 - All you ever wanted to know about GUILD Dunedin

    How Dunedin designers got together to be independent creators who are focused on working with independent creatives. Our aim is to extend the stories behind locally made, quality goods and in turn, forge a strong bond between customers and designers. The store is staffed entirely by the designers, and boasts everything from handcrafted jewelry and innovative fashion to homewares, furniture, art prints and more. https://www.guilddunedin.co.nz/ https://tuhura.nz/ This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz

    137 - All you ever wanted to know about GUILD Dunedin

  5. Jul 31

    Māori Roll and Special Maori Issues with Dr Christine Winters (Replay)

    In this replay episode of the OI Podcast, Dr Christine Winter discusses the complexities of identity and representation in New Zealand politics, focusing on the choice between the Māori and general electoral rolls. She highlights the importance of this decision as a political act that can increase Māori representation and influence government policy at both local and central levels. The conversation also explores how government decisions on social issues and wellbeing are integral to a flourishing society. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz

  6. Jul 24

    116 - The Waitangi Tribunal with Professor Jacinta Ruru

    Professor Jacinta Ruru joins Dr Barb to discuss all things Waitangi Tribunal. Who or what is the Waitangi Tribunal? Why is it important, When was it formed? How does it function? What has the Waitangi Tribunal achieved? Is it still needed? Where to from here? We are playing this as part of our election year programme of items that are important for us including the Māori Electoral Option Te Kōwhiringa Pōti Māori which closes at Midnight Thursday 6th August. Please do listen to our kōrerorero with Dr Christine Winters regarding the Māori Roll. https://vote.nz/maori-enrolment/about-the-option/about This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz

  7. Jul 17

    136 - Money, Money, Money with Highgate Partners

    Today’s Show Episode 136 We are talking about money. Money, Money, money – We’re talking the cost of living, investing, Student loans, debt, investing. kiwiSaver, General financial wellbeing, cost of living, and investment basics Fraser Richardson and Belinda Symons from Highgate Partners Fraser BA in economics and an LLB from University of Otago. Belinda BCom in Accounting from University of Otago. New Zealand Certificate in financial Services. We're talking here generally about money in general terms. Nothing is based on anyone's specific financial or personal situation – the point of this episode is a more general introduction some things that are good to think about. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz

    136 - Money, Money, Money with Highgate Partners

  8. Jul 10

    135 - Myth-busting de-extinction with Nic Rawlence

    Dr Barb talks Myth-busting, De-extinction and the ancient environments and ecosystems of New Zealand with Palaeogeneticist Associate Professor Nic Rawlence. Nic has an undergraduate degree and Master of Science from Victoria University of Wellington in New Zealand, a PhD from the University of Adelaide (Australia). He then worked as a postdoctoral fellow in Australia (University of Adelaide) and New Zealand (University of Waikato and University of Otago) before taking up a permanent position as a Lecturer in Ancient DNA in the Department of Zoology at the University of Otago in 2017. His research focuses on reconstructing past ecosystems and testing for the impact of climate change and humans on these ecosystems. He uses ancient DNA, palaeontology and archaeology to address research questions. https://theconversation.com/profiles/nic-rawlence-392371/articles https://pmscienceprizes.org.nz/ This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz

    135 - Myth-busting de-extinction with Nic Rawlence
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Topical conversations about anything and everything from the worlds of Science, Art and Mātauranga Māori. Join Dr Barb Anderson and Trudi Sunitsch for some stimulating conversation with guest experts. Brought to you by the Otago Institute – the Otago Branch of the Royal Society for Arts and Sciences. https://otago-institute.org/

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  • Creator
    Dr Barbara Anderson and Trudi Sunitsch | Otago Institute for Arts and Sciences
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    119
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © (C)Otago Access Radio
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    The OI Podcast