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The Paleface Parabola - 11-03-2026 We powered up. Then,we got zapped with an unwanted and an unasked for half hour long power outage. As we were two miles down the road, thinking "we’ll come back tomorrow" the Mystery Man sent up a flare that spelled out across the sky, ’the power is back on’. After a loud ‘Hookey-Do’ and a rapid u-turn by the big guy, we rambled back to the Fifth Estate Studio A, and made with revived crash, boom, and bang. Here’s some of the carnage: Paraffin Jack Flash from 1968. New music from Pat Metheny’s Side Eye. Brad Paisley covering Roger Miller. The Easy Star All Stars covering Bowie, and Felonious Bosch sounding and acting Irish! It was an action packed two hours. We’ll stand by it. Listen

Musafir Hoon Yaaro - 11-03-2026 Musafir Hoon Yaaro (I am a Traveller) is a lifestyle show in Hindi, hosted by Arsh (Jimmy) Singh. Listen

Vedic Wisdom Part 2 - 11-03-2026 Sense Gratification Explained. We define the term sense gratification as an external activity that is generally opposite to using your senses in the service of the Lord free from personal desires. Listen

Vedic Wisdom Part 1 - 11-03-2026 Science or A Feelings. Today we look at how organised the nature of reality is structured and how understanding this science extends all the way to the science of the Lord. He is extremely intelligent and has created many levels of science that constitute the structure of our reality and our conscious development. This positively contributes to clarity of understanding. Listen

Equal Agenda Series 3 Ep 9 – Our Feminism Has A Western Accent Our Feminism Has A Western Accent In this week's episode, Charlie and Mia, along with special guest Matariki, explore how mainstream feminism has been largely shaped by Western histories, values, and priorities - and what that means for gender movements worldwide. They examine whose voices have been amplified, whose have been overlooked, and how global perspectives can complicate, challenge, and enrich feminist conversations. They also explore feminism from a Maori world-view. Listen

From the Fringes - 11-03-2026 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

The Bridge Zone - 11-03-2026 Judge Julie rules that playing and directing is a tough gig She gives some pointers on how to cope with being called Having other directors or capable players to assist in times of need helps And tips about spreading these capable players around the room An interesting situation happened; the director was called 7 cards after the initial infraction – what’s a nice way to handle that? Mr Jinn podiums at again at East Coast Bays – it’s the middle step this time – congrats to Ross and Duncan The JIN Club motto – hear the Latin version this week Feedback on the JIN Club – nice to hear from the listeners And we have share some thoughts on moving thru the grades Barry and I talk about Km’s to A’s from his trip to New Plymouth Podium finish for The Gambler I have done some more caricatures for the rest of the Bridge Zone crew and will post them Remember to enter the competition celebrating our birthday Name 5 guests that have been on the show excluding Judge Julie and the Bailiff VIP tickets to Counting Crows concert in Auckland March 24th Email bridgzoneshuffle@gmail.com See you at the tables The BZ Crew Listen

That's The Ticket - 10-03-2026 Hannah Mooney considers herself part of the family as she catches up with a couple of cast members and the director of St John's College and Sacred Heart Girls' College's upcoming production of hit musical Oliver! Listen

Back Porch Bluegrass - 10-03-2026 This show previously aired 8-03-2022 Emerson & Waldron – great band from the 1970’s - kick off proceedings, with a real mixture of bluegrass styles from diverse bands to follow, including Kenny Baker, the Foggy Hogtown Boys, Stuie & Camille, Larry Sparks and NZ’s own Pipi Pickers. Listen

B Orig - 10-03-2026 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

Waikato Chinese Voices - 10-03-2026 Waikato Chinese Voices 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 36 - Discover Germany Through the Eyes of a Kiwi Expat 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 – 10-03-26 A weekly into New Zealand’s primary industries, exploring farm systems, markets, people and policy through storytelling, science and experience. Listen

It Sounded Reasonable Mike Williams presents It Sounded Reasonable - Songs written from the wrong point of view - from Springsteen to Steely Dan, Billy Bragg to Talking Heads. Welcome to Free FM’s De-Tour Du Jour. The weekly hour where your favourite Free FM DJs ditch the regular script to explore their deepest musical obsessions. No rules. No genres. Just total surprises. Listen

Opening the Doors Every Day with Jessica Gittings "Money goes, where energy flows," and behind the blue café on Bow Street is a woman who never stopped showing up. In this episode of Give to Gain, Jessica Gittings, co-owner of Wyld Café in Raglan and Frank Café in Hamilton, shares how consistency, and community shaped one of Whingaroa’s most loved hospitality spaces. From launching a café in 2020 to navigating seasonality, motherhood, multiple businesses, and a new baby on the way, Jess reflects on what it really takes to build something that lasts. We talk energy as currency, raising children while also raising businesses, and why sometimes success simply means opening the doors every single day. Give To Gain is a limited-series podcast created for International Women’s Day 2026, celebrating women who are shaping business and community life in Whaingaroa. Inspired by the IWD 2026 theme Give To Gain, each episode explores generosity in all its forms: sharing knowledge, creating opportunities, offering support, building community, and lifting others as we grow. Hosted by Annika Stricker and Katie Lowes in collaboration with Raglan Community Media and the Raglan Business Chamber, the series features honest conversations with local women about their journeys: the successes, the setbacks, and the moments where giving to others led to unexpected gains. When wāhine thrive, Whaingaroa thrives. Listen

Waikato Chinese Voices - 09-03-2026 Waikato Chinese Voices 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

The Joy of Classical Music - Ep 145 - The Americans The other day I was reading an article about Duke Ellington who described his style of music as American. What is American Music? That’s a question to big to answer here but this weeks selections offer a taste of the Americanness in contemporary American art music. Stacey Tappan performs Ricky Ian Gordon - Just an Ordinary Guy Stacey Tappan performs Ian Ricky Gordon - What the Living Do Missy Mazzoli, The Victoire Ensemble and Wilco drummer Glenn Kotche perform Missy Mazzoli - Wayward Free Radical Dreams Jos Milton and Melinda Coffey Armstead perform John Musto’s song cycle - Shadow of the Blues 1. Silhouette 2. Litany 3. Island 4. Could Be Marc-André Hamelin performs William Bolcom - Lost Lady Rag Nmon Ford and the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra perform Jennifer Higdon - Dooryard Bloom Listen

Tales From the Guild: Shadows of Paradurn Ep 33 – 09-03-2026 Tales From the Guild: Shadows of Paradurn is a DnD5e actual play radio show. Brought to you by the Waikato Role-Playing Guild. Listen

The Free Breakfast – Unnecessary Farce Unnecessary Farce is the next Hamilton Playbox production on stage March 13 to 28. Cast members Nick Wells and Michelle Ranginui joined Mike Williams to spill the beans on what audiences can expect. Spoiler alert... the award-winning play is hilarious. Listen

Cosmopolitan News and Views - 08-03-2026 Created by Free FM, Hamilton, New Zealand 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

Anpudan Waikato

Ethnic Voices Tamil (Sri Lanka) From Arasan FM, Anpudan Waikato is a Tamil show featuring news, music, interviews, and current affairs. It connects the Tamil community in NZ with their culture and global happenings. Engage by sending requests and feedback to vanakkam@arasan.co.nz. Making it a platform for interaction and cultural exchange. 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 Chat

News, Issues and Current Affairs English A live, issue-driven news and current affairs discussion programme, debating or examining a different newsworthy issue/topic each week. For listeners who want to be challenged and provoked, and don’t want to be slaves to the news cycle. Episodes and More

Back Porch Bluegrass

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

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