The Sunday Session
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THE SUNDAY SESSION WITH FRANCESCA RUDKIN
9am-Noon
Sink into your Sunday with the best session around.
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Francesca Rudkin: Why are we in such a retail frenzy?
Audio file FR EDITORIAL 301125.mp3 Transcript So, did you get yourself a bargain on Black Friday or some kind of good deal in the last 10 days that may also...
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'The Black Seeds' frontman talks ahead of Synthony festival
The hugely popular Synthony Festival is going ahead at the end of March. Synthony has taken off over the last few years – with the 2025 festival selling out and...
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Wellness expert breaks down the 'Sleepmaxxing' trend
A social media trend called 'Sleepmaxxing' involving elaborate routines and hacks to maximize sleep quality and quantity, has been growing in popularity. Social...
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Mike van de Elzen: Christmas platters for the holiday season
Chili pickled vegetables Cook time: 5 minutes Prep time: 10 minutes Serves: 12 Pickled vegetables can include: Carrots, fennel, baby beetroot, radish, red...
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The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin Full Show Podcast: 30 November 2025
On the Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin Full Show Podcast for Sunday 30 November 2025, there's Oscars buzz around Russell Crowe for his portrayal of Hitlers...
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New study says we don’t become ‘Real Adults’ until our 30s.
We often think of brain development as something that happens in childhood, stabilises in adulthood, and then gradually declines. However new research published...
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'Strong performances': Positive reviews for third 'Knives Out' movie 'Wake Up Dead Man'
'Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery' - the third instalment in the 'Knives Out' series has received a positive review from Flicks.co.nz editor Steve Newall. He...
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Russell Crowe discusses new movie 'Nuremberg'
Kiwi born Hollywood star Russell Crowe has played many intense roles in his career. But his latest might be his most intense yet. Heading back to world war 2,...
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Melissa Stokes talks ahead of first 6pm bulletin tonight
A new era begins for TVNZ’s 6pm bulletin tonight. After almost 20 years in the 6pm chair, Simon Dallow read his last bulletin on Friday. His replacement starts...
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Aviation Commentator explains the worldwide Airbus shutdown
Major disruptions yesterday as airlines around the world had to ground their Airbus A320 aircraft. Many travellers were left stranded after Airbus ordered immediate...
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'Believe We Can Win': Hipkins rallies Labour at party's Auckland Conference
Labour has shifted into campaign mode as the party meets for its annual conference in Auckland. With less than a year until the next election, Labour party leader,...
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Great Chats with Francesca Rudkin: Yotam Ottolenghi reveals his food inspiration
In the latest episode of Great Chats with Francesca Rudkin, famed chef Yotam Ottolenghi talks finding the joy of cooking and talks his stage show coming to New Zealand...
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Hometown Therapy: Rising Kiwi singer Karra Rhodes talks new album
Christchurch based, Scottish born, artist Karra Rhodes is rising fast on the New Zealand music scene and she's got a new project in the works. Her new album, Hometown...
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'Intense': Yotam Ottolenghi opens up about life on the road ahead of 2026 tour
Yotam Ottolenghi is one of the biggest names in food around the world, and he's set to bring his insights to our shores next year. After 11 cookbooks, Ottolenghi's...
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Whitcoulls Recommends: Exit Strategy and Good Things Come and Go
Exit Strategy by Lee Child and Andrew Child. Jack Reacher is back - this time in Baltimore, where he inadvertently gets himself caught up in corrupt goings on at...
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Megan Singleton: Boston to New York train travel tips
Megan's been exploring the US, and she's unveiling her travel hacks for getting around on the trains. She recently took the train from Boston to New York, and she...
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The Sunday Panel: Is the coalition prepared for next year's election?
This week on The Sunday Panel, ZB Wellington Mornings host, Nick Mills, and host of The Front Page podcast, Chelsea Daniels, joined in on a discussion about the...
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The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin Full Show Podcast: 23 November 2025
On the Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin Full Show Podcast for Sunday 23 November 2025, Yotam Ottolenghi is one of the biggest names in food, but it turns out...
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Erin O'Hara: How can we avoid end of year burnout?
The end of the year is almost upon us, and many of us will be feeling overwhelmed, burned out and exhausted. This is not a new phenomenon, we see it every year around...
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New research uncovers link between oral health and heart disease
Most of us think of oral health as something that affects our teeth and gums. But what if what’s happening inside your mouth is quietly influencing the rest of your...
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Mike van de Elzen: Asparagus risotto with spring onions and rocket
Asparagus risotto with spring onions and rocket Cook time: 30-40 minutes Prep time: 10 minutes Serves: 6 650-750ml vegetable stock, heated 1 onion, finely chopped...
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2025 New Zealand Screen Awards: Who won big this year?
A non-Kiwi Best Actor winner and acclaimed recognition for a late director’s final film were among the notable moments of this year’s New Zealand Screen Awards. The...
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Jennifer Ward-Lealand elected vice-president of Global Performers Unions Federation
After many years of representing performers locally in New Zealand, Kiwi actress Jennifer Ward-Lealand has taken on a new role. Ward-Lealand was recently elected...
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Azaria Howell: Is NZ First gearing up to work with Labour?
New Zealand First is denying claims the party's lining up to work with Labour next election, despite David Seymour suggesting the idea. Seymour made the claim after...
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Health policy advisor calls for caution as GPs set to treat ADHD
ADHD New Zealand is echoing calls for caution when it comes to GPs treating the condition. GPs will be able to start medical treatment next year for those affected. The...
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'Solid performance': All Blacks bounce back and beat Wales 52-16
Captain Scott Barrett is praising the fresh faces for injecting some enthusiasm into the All Blacks for the season-ending 52-26 win over Wales in Cardiff. Barrett...
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Francesca Rudkin: How long will living in the university halls be financially viable?
Yesterday my son’s contract with his Canterbury University hall came to an end. He was officially a hall member for 41 weeks, but when you take into account the...
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Jubilation Choir: Anika Moa among Kiwi stars set to appear
For the last 25 years, the Jubilation Choir has been bringing together singers from all walks of life, and some Kiwi music powerhouses are set to appear next Sunday. Next...
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Whitcoulls Recommends: The Detective and The Breath of the Gods
The Detective by Matthew Reilly: Matt Reilly is well known for the thrillers he’s been writing for many years now, but this one is quite a departure. It’s based...
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Megan Singleton talks latest trip to New York
Megan Singleton's been working her way through the US - and she concluded her latest adventure with a few days in New York. The winter season is getting underway,...
