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Jack Tame’s crisp perspective, style and enthusiasm makes for refreshing and entertaining Saturday morning radio on Newstalk ZB.News, sport, books, music, gardens and celebrities – what better way to spend your Saturdays?

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    Allyson Gofton: Kiwi Cooking legend on her new cookbook 'Give' which supports breast cancer research

    Allyson Gofton is the face of wholesome, heartwarming Kiwi home cooking.  She was the face of 'Food in a Minute', has written several cookbooks, and her recipes and advice have helped many households get food on the table.  Her newest cookbook, 'Give', is on shelves now, and this one's not just designed to help Kiwis, but also raise money for Breast Cancer Cure research.  The idea for the book came to Gofton when she was walking her dog one day, and came across a Dragon Boating competition, filled entirely with breast cancer survivors.  "I looked at these women, and I was filled with joy ... I thought, surely the person that was Allyson Gofton, that girl that wrote all the cookbooks, who's had some time out, surely, I could do something to give back," Gofton told Jack Tame.  "I thought, surely that girl that was supported by New Zealand women could do something to give back."  LISTEN ABOVE   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  2. 1d ago

    Kevin Milne: Māori Language Week – How far we've come

    With Māori Language Week just over the horizon, Kevin Milne is thinking about just how far broadcasters have come.  He took Jack Tame back to NZBC in 1971, his first year in radio, and the job he was assigned to compile the weekly radio news in te reo.   LISTEN ABOVE   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Chris Schulz: Reviewing Oasis: Don’t Look Back In Anger

    'Oasis: Don't Look Back In Anger' charts the reunion of Liam and Noel Gallagher for their 2025 tour.   It's filled with rare footage and untold stories, chronicling the band's journey from the streets of Manchester to global rock stardom.   Chris Schulz joined Jack Tame to share his thoughts on the documentary.  LISTEN ABOVE   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Catherine Raynes: The Women in White and The Unselected Journals of Emma M. Lion

    The Women in White by Sarah Pekkanen   Extrasensory perception. The Gift. A Sixth Sense. Or something else….  In 1964, four remarkable young women at a prestigious university became the subjects of parapsychology experiments by a visionary scientist. On the cusp of a historic breakthrough, the women mysteriously vanished and the program was erased from history.  Decades later, Riley Bell, newly divorced and desperate for a fresh start, accepts a caretaker job for an elderly widow named Betty. Riley steps into a home that is frozen in another era - no microwave, television, or cell phones, and Betty has never heard of the internet.  Why has Betty lived in such profound isolation for so many years, and why does she need Riley now? As the story unfolds across two timelines - Betty’s 1960s era of 5 o’clock martinis and high-stakes experiments, and Riley’s quest to uncover the truth about the missing women - old secrets rise to the surface. And the only way to survive is to confront the mystery that has lingered for sixty years.     The Unselected Journals of Emma M. Lion (Vol. 1) by Beth Brower   'I've arrived in London without incident. There are few triumphs in my recent life, but I count this as one. My existence of the last three years has been nothing but incident.'   The year is 1883 and Emma M. Lion has returned to her London neighbourhood of St. Crispian's. But Emma's plans for a charmed and studious life are sabotaged by her eccentric Cousin Archibald, her formidable Aunt Eugenia, and the slightly odd denizens of St. Crispian's.   Emma M. Lion offers up her Unselected Journals, however self-incriminating they may be. Armed with wit and a sideways amusement, Emma documents the curious realities of her life at Lapis Lazuli House.    LISTEN ABOVE   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Mike Yardley: A fling with Niagara Falls

    "Straddling the US-Canadian border, crowned by the Rainbow Bridge, Niagara Falls is a striking destination, dishing up a heady mix of thundering natural wonder and vibrant parklands. Yes, there’s plenty of tourist tat clustered around both sides of the border, from faded casinos and wax museums to Hershey World and the Fudge Factory, but it’s nature that really holds court here. The Niagara River, and the entire Great Lakes Basin of which it is a part, is a legacy of the last Ice Age, connecting Lake Erie with Lake Ontario. While some water is annually replenished from rainfall and snow melt, a significant proportion is “fossil water”, leftover from the melting ice sheets 10,000 years ago." Read Mike's full article here. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Kate Hall: An update on the Suburban Homestead Project

    Kate Hall joined Jack Tame to provide an update on how her Suburban Homestead Project has been coming along.  What is the Suburban Homestead Project?   We’re transforming our small suburban Auckland property using homesteading and permaculture principles, showing that you don’t need a rural lifestyle block to grow food, produce more yourself and work more closely with nature.   What we've done:   Hot water heat pump:   We’ve recently replaced our old hot water system with a Reclaim CO₂ hot water heat pump. We’re already seeing a significant reduction in our hot water energy use/bill –  around 64% less electricity used!   Turning an underused space into a productive garden:   We’re repurposing old timber posts (from Repost) that previously had a life in vineyards to create new garden edging in a darker, previously underutilised part of our section. The goal is a productive space filled with things our children will enjoy, including fruit trees, and somewhere we'll eventually bury both babies’ placentas.   Designing with nature, not against it:   We’re working with Treeborn to understand what will actually thrive in that space, including documenting sunlight at different times of day. It’s a good example of permaculture thinking: observing light, wind, water, and conditions first, then choosing plants and designing around what nature is already doing.     LISTEN ABOVE   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Dr Bryan Betty: Treating earwax – a really common and really annoying issue

    What is earwax?   Earwax: a natural substance produced in the ear canal.   It contains oils, dead skin cells, and tiny particles.   Earwax protects the ear: traps dust, germs, and keeps the skin moist.   It's naturally self-cleaning: wax usually moves out on its own.   Earwax is normal – it does not mean your ears are dirty!    Why does earwax sometimes cause problems?   When too much wax builds up, it can become hard and impact.   Some people are more prone due to narrow ear canals, excess hair, or hearing aids   Cotton buds push wax deeper into the ear and irritate and damage the ear canal – do not use them.    How do we know if we have an earwax problem?   A blocked or full feeling in the ear or hearing being muffled or reduced.   Sometimes it can cause ringing (tinnitus), dizziness, or slight discomfort.   Remember: a blocked ear isn't always wax, infection can cause similar symptoms.     How do we treat earwax?   Talk to your doctor or nurse if your ear feels blocked, so they can examine the ear canal.   Ear drops can soften the wax, allowing it to come out naturally. Olive oil often used.     If it doesn't clear, your doctor or nurse can remove using ear suction or irrigation.   Make sure you see your doctor for severe pain, discharge, bleeding, sudden hearing loss, or persistent dizziness. Remember: earwax is normal, it protects the ear, we can’t prevent it, and never use cotton buds in the ear!    LISTEN ABOVE   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Full Show Podcast: 12 September 2026

    On the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for Saturday September 12th 2026, Food In A Minute legend Allyson Gofton joins the show to talk about her beautiful new cookbook, 'Give.  Jack wonders if the world will eventually end at the hands of AI.  Nadia Lim serves up a Rhubarb, Raspberry, and Ginger Strudel Braid that will impress your guests.   We hear all about the new foldable Apple iPhone Duo from our techxpert Paul Stenhouse.  And how can you maximise space at your suburban property? Sustainability expert Kate Hall has some great suggestions for your next home project.  Get the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast every Saturday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Full Show Podcast: 12 September 2026
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Jack Tame’s crisp perspective, style and enthusiasm makes for refreshing and entertaining Saturday morning radio on Newstalk ZB.News, sport, books, music, gardens and celebrities – what better way to spend your Saturdays?

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