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Tune in to Nights with Emile Donovan every weekday from 8pm to midnight for a delectable buffet of creative ideas, open-minded conversations, music, musings and daily stimulation.
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A quest for 372 Kelvins
Conor Shand and Calum Jacobs are on a quest to find exactly 372 individuals named Kelvin.
European correspondent Christian Smith
Christian Smith dials in from London with news from the other side of the world.
Julia de Bres on silence
It's time for our fortnightly chat with Nights' resident sociolinguist, associate professor Julia de Bres.
El Niño is on the way. What can we expect?
To help explain it all, Emile Donovan is joined by Earth Sciences New Zealand climate scientist Chris Brandolino.
NZ at ‘critical turning point’ as population shifts reshape economy, report warns
Report warns New Zealand’s shifting population has reached a critical turning point.
Shower Thoughts: What is irony?
Dr Stephen Skalicky, Senior Lecturer in Linguistics and Applied Language Studies at Victoria University of Wellington joins Emile to explain.
Sabastian Sawe breaks two-hour marathon barrier in historic run
Sabastian Sawe has become the first runner to break the two-hour marathon barrier, headlining a record-breaking day in London.
New trade deal opens door between New Zealand and India
Phil Goff joins the show to unpack the significance of the NZ–India free trade deal and the work behind getting it across the line.
Out Lately with Finn Johansson
He's back, and no doubt ready to inform, educate and entertain us with an array of eclectic music.
Short-Cuts with Dan Slevin
On this week's edition of Short-Cuts Nights' resident screen critic Dan Slevin reviews: Exit 8 (in cinema), Greyhound and Finch (digital rentals) and...
The story behind ‘Len’: a musical tribute to a wartime grandfather
A listener request brings musician Blair Morgan onto Nights to discuss his song “Len,” a tribute to his grandfather’s wartime story.
The story behind Brass Monkey Hut
A tramper’s final wish for a remote hut has been realised with the creation of Brass Monkey Hut high on the Main Divide in Lewis Pass.
Journalist reveals secret WWII roles of New Zealand servicemen
On the eve of Anzac Day, journalist Lawrence Watt shares the little-known World War II stories of two New Zealanders who served in secretive roles.
Auckland agency asks clients to ‘sign’ blood oath in bold new campaign
Auckland agency Motion Sickness is asking clients to take part in a provocative “blood oath” campaign in a statement on human creativity.
Old cassette leads to powerful family discovery in new RNZ podcast
A forgotten cassette tape becomes the key to uncovering a family’s past in the new RNZ podcast The Sound of My Father.
Can AI build a career? One journalist’s unconventional job hunt
Journalist Greg Bruce is documenting his post-redundancy career experiment after turning to AI for advice on how to rebuild his income.
Should schools be exempt from Official Information Act requests?
New Zealand’s Official Information Act is under review as pressure grows over delays, workload, and calls for reform.
Can You Erase a Man Like Imran Khan?
A new long-form investigation explores how Pakistan’s authorities have tried to erase Imran Khan from public life.
European correspondent Christian Smith
We look at the latest international news making headlines.
Cross-lease property ruling could reshape homeowner rights
A Court of Appeal ruling over a disputed cross-lease property in Remuera could have wide-reaching implications for hundreds of thousands of homeowners...
Why psychedelics are back on the medical research table
Eighty-three years after the first LSD trip, psychedelics are again being explored for their potential therapeutic benefits.
Shower Thoughts: Is the chance of having a boy or a girl baby actually just a 50/50 chance?
Tonight's question: Is the chance of having a boy or a girl baby actually just a 50/50 chance?
Industry plant claims resurface as Geese digital marketing campaigns come to light
Long-time music journalist Chris Schulz joins Emile to discuss the growing debate around whether Geese’s rise reflects organic fan momentum or increas...
Luxon faces leadership questions after caucus meeting as speculation swirls over National unity
Former National minister and Attorney-General Chris Finlayson joins Emile Donovan to discuss a noisy few days for Christopher Luxon.
Wisden Almanack 2026 released as editor raises concerns over cricket politics
The latest edition of the Wisden Almanack, cricket’s long-running annual record of statistics and analysis, has been released, with editor Lawrence Bo...
Sports with Richard Irvine
Writer and sports fan Richard Irvine joins Emile Donovan to talk about what's been happening in the world of sport.
Small Histories with Emma Kay
It's a Monday night, which means it's time to dive into history with Nights' resident historian, Emma Kay.
Positive signs in fight against yellow-legged hornet pest
Professor Phil Lester, an ecologist and entomologist at Victoria University of Wellington, joins Emile Donovan to discuss the latest developments and...
State of emergency declared in Wellington
Emile Donovan speaks with Wellington Mayor Andrew Little for the latest weather updates across the Wellington region.
Out Lately with Finn Johansson
He's back, and no doubt ready to inform, educate and entertain us with an array of eclectic music.
Short-Cuts with Dan Slevin
Nights’ resident screen critic Dan joins Emile Donovan to review Fuze (in cinemas), Blind Panic (digital rental) and Heat (TVNZ+).
Kauri Gum photographic exhibition takes place in Auckland
Kauri gum’s rich history in Aotearoa is the focus of a new Auckland exhibition, and expert David Pickens joins Emile Donovan to discuss.
This Weekend: Pro Wrestling
Emile Donovan speaks with Impact Pro Wrestling training coordinator Jake Sheehan about their Auckland open day and what it takes to become a pro wrest...
Entertainment giant Live Nation found operating illegally as a monopoly
Emille Donovan discusses the possible impact on Aotearoa with Layton Lillas, president of the New Zealand Promoters Association.
Celebrity status and political ambition
Richard Shaw, Professor of Politics at Massey University, joins Emile Donovan to discuss.
Hats, Status, and Social Rules
Bernard Capp is Emeritus Professor of History, University of Warwick and joins Emile Donovan to talk about ‘hatiquette’ through the years.
Enhanced Games raises questions over future of elite sport
Dr Adam Storey from AUT, who researches athlete performance and health joins Emile Donovan to discuss the implications.
Kiwi founded shoe company Allbirds pivots to AI
Fashion writer Emma Gleason joins Emile Donovan to unpack what’s behind the shift.
European correspondent Christian Smith
We look at the latest international news making headlines