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Ep 14 - Sailing On this week's Currents - Nicholas Joseph, Luna and the Aether, DARTZ, Bryony Matthews, Gareth Thomas, Isabella Jane, Wet Denim, Warner Emery, Juniper May, Princess Chelsea, The New Existentialists and SOMNIUM. Discovering the best independent music from Aotearoa — new releases, emerging artists, local scenes, and future favourites from New Zealand's indie underground. Listen

Musafir Hoon Yaaro - 23-09-2026 Musafir Hoon Yaaro (I am a Traveller) is a lifestyle show in Hindi, hosted by Arsh (Jimmy) Singh. Listen

The Paleface Parabola - 23-09-2026 Sinners and saints alike, have a seat at the table of Jerry’s holiday camp. We don’t however camp it up on this programme. It's a two-hour informal run towards radio fortune and glory and a sharing, like we did in the old days, of music the Mystery Man and I think you might like to hear. To that end, and we’ll post the full playlist on our social media page tomorrow, here’s a prelude to our caper. This includes the likes of Coltrane and Brother Ray, and a kid from Freehold, and the Crescendos, and Barrence Whitfield & the Savages. The Mystery Man’s hit of the week is simply nifty. Victory might be ours. Listen

Where Home Lives Ep 2 - Love Across the Oceans - English Is moving for love across the world the ultimate romantic story, or is it actually a lot of hard work? When you marry someone from another country, you don’t just marry the person - you marry their culture too. In this episode, we look at what happens when two people from different worlds build one life together: family, communication, traditions, money, even furniture. We’ll also explore what really helps relationships last, the invisible losses that can come with moving countries, and why understanding each other can matter more than being right. Listen

Equal Agenda Series 5 Ep 3 — So… we voting this year? Lucia and Leo are joined by Jah from Seed Waikato. The three have a koorero about the mahi Seed Waikato does in the sphere of young people and politics in Kirikiriroa. Jah shares her journey as a young wahine that shaped her passion for encouraging engagement within rangitahi. Together, the three discuss approaches to encouraging young people to vote. Listen

From the Fringes - 23-09-2026 Presenting a range of issues and opinions from the fringes... political, social, ethical and personal, from the unique perspective of the show's host, Jack Gielen. Listen

Vedic Wisdom Part 2 - 23-09-2026 Do’s and Don’ts of Divine Service. The Spiritual Master delivers the higher knowledge to the student and lists the pitfalls to avoid guaranteeing the student success in their execution of service to the Supreme so that rapid advancement is assured. Listen

Vedic Wisdom Part 1 - 23-09-2026 Constantly Hear Vedic knowledge. The Vedic Knowledge provides a window into the eternal perspective that delivers complete happiness to the aspiring spiritualist. This show explains the method for adoption of this higher perspective to the sincere student. Listen

The Johnstone Podcast Ep 5 - Behind the Lens with Dane Clarke Dane Clarke is a rarity, an Australian who has decided to make NZ his home. A professional camera operator who has covered the Olympics, Wimbledon, formula one – well you name it, Dane has been there. He was also one of the first to witness the aftermath of the devastating Port Arthur mass shooting – a life-altering event that would reshape his perspectives. Currently struggling with bladder cancer, in this insightful and often profound conversation, Dane talks about the things that give his life meaning. Conversations with Interesting people about Life, Death and Other Things. Listen

The Free Breakfast – Gareth Thomas - 23-09-2026 Kiwi musician Gareth Thomas (of Goodshirt and Fazerdaze fame) has turned the fallout of a long-term relationship ending after infidelity into a surprisingly playful new creative project – complete with a surreal animated music video and a chaotic online game starring a lovesick shrimp. He joins Gary on the Free Breakfast to talk about his new single 'Unfortunate', and his upcoming album Bits. Listen

The Bridge Zone - 23-09-2026 The BZ Crew talk about • Christchurch Congress, and the upcoming Labour Weekend Congress in Hamilton • Rankings Alan Grant and Rebecca Osborne • Interprovincials Survey • Key achievements Rebecca Osborne and Alan Grant Mr Jinn shares results from around the motu • The Alex Baker and Thompson Gin Club Circuit • Upcoming Tournaments and the B Point Race • Westport Fundraising: • The Judge rules today • Clarification that a declarer is not cheating when they take advantage of a major penalty card resulting from an opponent's revoke • Penalty Cards: It is ethical and legal for a declarer to take advantage of a penalty card on the table • Player Responsibility Players are not responsible for allowing opponents to continue making mistakes; they are entitled to play optimally despite an opponent's infraction • Director Involvement: To avoid disputes, especially when strong players face weaker ones, the director should be called back to the table to make official rulings rather than players deciding the rules themselves Got some news or feedback, flick us an email bridgezoneshuffle@gmail.com Plenty to listen to, just click and hear our discussions See you at the tables The BZ Crew Listen

Musical Journeys – 22-09-2026 Musical Journeys is a way to share and pay respect to various cultural and musical movements from across the globe, and is shared with us from our friends at Raglan Community Radio. Listen

B Orig - 22-09-2026 Bisaya Original Music for New Zealand and beyond. Introducing the music, both traditional and pop, of Bisaya artists as well as the Bisaya culture and language; and providing a link to Bisaya people in New Zealand to other parts of the globe. Listen

Back Porch Bluegrass Show - 22-09-2026 In this episode of Back Porch Bluegrass we’ve got some live recordings of Wasson & McCall, Chubby Anthony & Don Stover, and Hot Rize, all playing some great tunes. Newtown, the Nashville Bluegrass Band, and the Johnson Mountain Boys give us their take on some fine tunes, and the Kentucky Bluebelles play us an old Stephen Foster tune. Chris Henry & the Hardcore Grass, Matt & George & the Pleasant Valley Boys and Tony Ellis round out the programme, with a final tune from the late & great Dolly Parton. An eclectic collection of bluegrass! Listen

NZ Chinese Bridge Radio - 22-09-2026 NZ Chinese Bridge Radio is your source of culture and information for the region's Chinese speaking community. News and current affairs, discussions, immigration policy, life hacks and music, plus local Chinese community events. Listen

Ep 60 - Do You Really Need Travel Insurance - with SSSD There are so many different reasons why we choose to move countries and become an expat and so many interesting stories of amazing people. Listen

The Weekly Hotwire – 22-09-26 A weekly into New Zealand’s primary industries, exploring farm systems, markets, people and policy through storytelling, science and experience. Listen

The Sandwich Club - Do not go quietly! Dylan Thomas told us not to "go gentle into that good night", but then he wasn't dealing with dodgy knees, reading glasses and getting up twice in the night. This week we are borrowing his famous poem to talk about ageing. What are we fighting, what are we accepting and when did getting older become something we are all supposed to do so positively? Do you want to rage against the dying of the light? Or just make a little bit of a fuss along the way? Listen

Ep 173 - The Life and Times of Germaine Tailleferre Unlike Loused Ferranc, there was little support from either family or husbands for Germaine Taillefrre. Nevertheless, this supremely talented composer found her way and led the vanguard of the new European music that arose from the wake of the first world war. The Foundation Philharmonic Orchestra performs Germaine Tailleferre - Petite Suite. Harpist Claudia Antonelli performs Germaine Tailleferre - Sonata for Harp. Nicole Narboni and mark Clinton perform Germaine Tailleferre - Jeux de plein air. The Morgenstern Trio perform Germaine Tailleferre - Piano Trio. Soprani Maria Lagios and pianist Elizabeth Buccheri perform Germaine Tailleferre - 6 Chansons françaises. The Tailleferre Ensemble perform Germaine Tailleferre - Sonate Champêtre. Soprano Arleen Auger and The Paris Opera Orchestra perform Germaine Tailleferre - Concerto de la Fidélité. Exploring classical music in all its glories and complexities. From the sweetest melodic to the cutting edge of the avant-garde... from the deep past to the freshest contemporary. All of it. The joy of classical music. Listen

NZ Chinese Bridge Radio - 21-09-2026 NZ Chinese Bridge Radio is your source of culture and information for the region's Chinese speaking community. News and current affairs, discussions, immigration policy, life hacks and music, plus local Chinese community events. Listen

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A Sonic Youth

Music English 🎸 A love for indie rock as expressed by Kiwi taste-maker Oliver Grey. Episodes and More

Ethnic Voices Spanish (Ecuador) El programa explora temas de interés relacionados con la comunidad latina a nivel global, incluyendo Nueva Zelanda. Facilita discusiones informadas sobre asuntos actuales y relevantes. Además, ofrece contenido enfocado en Nueva Zelanda, diseñado específicamente para el público latino interesado en la región. Episodes and More

Arabic Guide to the Treaty Principles Bill

News, Issues and Current Affairs Arabic A series explaining the Treaty Principles Bill in Arabic. Explaining the Treaty's history, what the Bill is about, and how to make a submission (deadline Jan 7, 2025). Episodes and More

Arritmia

Religion and Spirituality Spanish Un programa de radio cristiano, presentado por Angie Rodriguez. Episodes and More

B Orig

Ethnic Voices English 🇵🇭 Bisaya Original Music for New Zealand and beyond. Introducing the music, both traditional and pop, of Bisaya artists as well as the Bisaya culture and language; and providing a link to Bisaya people in New Zealand to other parts of the globe. Episodes and More

Back Porch Bluegrass Show

Music English Paul Trenwith is an enthusiastic advocate for, player and promoter of bluegrass music. Back Porch Bluegrass features a wide range of the genre's best performers. Episodes and More

Barangay New Zealand

Ethnic Voices Filipino 🇵🇭 Barangay New Zealand is your Filipino home, away from home – your connection to the homeland. Tune in for an hour of Pinoy music and information. Episodes and More

Bengal Beats

Arts and Culture Bengali, Bangla Designed to celebrate and promote the rich cultural heritage of Bengal for the Bengali-speaking community living in New Zealand, this show serves as a bridge between the vibrant traditions of Bengal and the diverse, multicultural landscape of New Zealand. Episodes and More

Bethel New Zealand

Ethnic Voices Spanish (Latin America) Bethel Nueva Zelanda es una sucursal de Bethel TV y Radio en América del Norte, Central y del Sur, que llega a la comunidad latina para difundir el evangelio y conectarse con buena conversación y buena música cristiana. Episodes and More

Break the Chain

Disability and Health English What would it feel like to be free? Do you try to make changes in your life but constantly slip back into your old ways? On Break The Chain Podcast, James Dear interviews some of the greatest, relatable, and compassionate minds; talking about breaking all varieties of bad habits and how to actually live a joyful and fulfilling life. Listen now to free yourself from the shackles of the mind. Episodes and More

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Feature Album of the Week

David Duchovny - Prince Of Pieces [2026]
Songwriting gives Duchovny a different creative language from his work in film, television and literature. He explains that he approaches songs as stories, with each one having its own character and world. Prince Of Pieces is his fourth studio album.

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Mass Of Fermenting Dregs - Simmer Summer. Opening track on the 2026 EP Iwaou (祝おう) by the Japanese alternative rock band

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