Carmen Salvador

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Chilean singer-songwriter Carmen Salvador is in Hamilton this week, appearing exclusively at the Hamilton Garden Festival, but we convinced her to pop in with Edwin on Thursday Breakfast for a quick chat and live-to-air. Check out Carmen's lovely voice and guitar work -

Ted E Bare's farewell

David Strassman has big news on his 2010 New Zealand tour - it's "Ted E's Farewell Tour". Tragically, the much adored Ted E Bare is announcing his show biz retirement. The pressure, the publicity, the paparazzi, the tabloids! And - most of all - Chuck Wood! It's finally too much for one shy bear to handle. As hilarious as ever, the show is a star-studded ...

Lead Skeptic discusses homeopathic "overdose"

This morning we welcomed NZ Skeptic Chair Vicki Hyde, who discussed the Skeptics' recent media stunt - taking homeopathy's claims as inspiration they staged a "mass homeopathic overdose".� Despite the claimed efficacy of such remedies, Vicki and her colleagues remain in fine health. Vicki discussed her concerns around the sale of such remedies and the ...

Castanets and Tiger Saw

In December 2009 Community Radio Hamilton was delighted to host three luminaries from the US alt-folk scene - Raymond Raposa from Castanets (described as one of the more prominent proponents of the so-called freak-folk/psychedelic folk�scene] and Dylan Metrano and Mandy Sabine from Tiger Saw. Community Radio Hamilton's Thom Klepach interviewed them, and ...

Saints and Sinners Tour

What do you get when you mix the winner of this years' Tui Award, a Silver Scroll nominee and the winner of an International Songwriting Competition? A divine and potent cocktail called "Saints and Sinners".� This morning we were delighted to host a short live-to-air by internationally acclaimed female songsmiths Tami Neilson, Lauren Thomson and Jackie ...

Marchwood Blues Picnic

The Marchwood Blues Picnic is set against�a backdrop of beautiful Bay of Plenty scenery, and features a lineup of NZ's best Blues artists. It's being held in Omokoroa and 30 January, and Nate's scored a pile of tickets for lucky Blues Room listeners !� ...

Indie- Folk gig

We're very excited to bring three great bands to the city!� Part of the new weird folk scene in America, Castanets and Tigersaw have been cutting a swathe of beautiful sounds for themselves across Nth America and the blogosphere for the past several years. They now bring their unique brand of freak folk to the islands of the long white cloud. Supported by compatriot ...

Folk Blues and Beyond takes a break

Local folk musician Chris Thompson has hosted our Saturday night folk show Folk, Blues and Beyond for two years, drawing on his long career in music which includes international touring, hanging out with many well known artists such as Sonny Terry and Brownie McGhee, playing with Davey Graham, Bert ...

BDO giveaways!

BIG DAY OUT !�� We've got passes for lucky listeners ! We've got artist CDs !� Tune in to Weekday Breakfasts all week to go in the draw to win !

An Imperial Christmas

Eyes on America is back! Join Chris McMaster and guests during the month of December for a special hour long show: Eyes on America, An Imperial Christmas. Chris will look at Nobel Laureate Barack Obama’s current wars, talk to a US Army recruiter about a little known policy called ‘stop loss’, catch up on the ...

St Peters School

Students from St Peters School recently used our studios to develop their media arts skills.� The outcome is four seperate radio shows / podcasts covering a range of youth issues and interviews. Topics include "10 places to visit before you die", careers advice, and a music show featuring interviews with Midnight Youth. All four shows are being played together, on ...

Indie Folk

Indie Folk - one of the biggest growth areas in modern Western music. What is exactly is Indie Folk? Tune in Tuesdays at 9.30 for the brand new F.U.N.E.N.D Indie Folk show with Willie - showcasing the weird, eccentric, raw world of Indie Folk, and the artists that inhabit it.�

Twitter!

Twitter is a service for friends, family, businesses, fans, listeners - well, anyone - to communicate and stay connected through the exchange of messages 140 characters or less called "tweets." These messages can then be read and updated on your computer or mobile device. We're using Twitter to update our listeners on all sorts of stuff happening around the station ...

A Blind Bit of Difference

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The Waikato's blind and sight-impaired community once again has a voice on radio!� A Blind Bit of Difference returns to our airwaves this week, hosted by Brian Henwood and trusty companion Nixon. The show presents a range of news and events information, along with great music, and broadcasts Tuesdays at 11.00am. Remember - many of our shows are also available as ...

The Review

Hosted by Sam Wright and Daniel McIvor, The Review is a new youth show that explores the media with reviews of news movies and TV shows, letting you know what's on and what's coming soon. Passionate movie buffs, Sam and Daniel answer the age-old question - is it worth spending your money on?�

The Review - ...

Imperialism With a Human Face

Throughout 2008 and 2009 Community Radio Hamilton listeners were treated to a great radio programme called Eyes On America. Hosted by ex-pat American Chris McMaster, the show explored the first 100 days of Obama's presidency. In depth analysis was contained within his weekly "Obama Watch" segment. McMaster has brought these together for the first time in ...

Inside the Premier League

Football fans rejoice! From today we're bringing you the BBC's weekly show From the Premier League. Featuring all the big names in English Premiership, whether players, pundits, coaches or officials, there are also regular pieces like the Hero and Villain Of The Week and all the vital statistics you could possibly need.

It's essential listening for ...

This Is Mexico

This Friday sees the debut of This Is Mexico - uncovering the many myths and misunderstandings about Mexico, it promises to be a must-listen cultural journey. Check it out from 6.30pm this Friday.�

Also new on Friday nights - we've done a reshuffle of our Latin American shows - now it's

New Schedule Out Now!

Our brand new schedule is off to the printers - but you can print your own copy right here.� All recent programme changes are included, along with newly launched shows in the Youth and Ethnic zones. Colour coding helps you locate the content you're after.

Staff Vacancy at Community Radio Hamilton

Community Radio Hamilton is looking for a dynamic team player to take up our part-time, fixed term role of Funding and Events Coordinator. Applicants must have a proven track record in planning and managing fun and engaging community events, and have a strong working knowledge of funding grants application and accountability processes.� The successful applicant will ...

Sounds of Scotland

Hailing from FM Bluewater Radio in Hanover, Ontario, The Sounds of Scotland show has developed into a must-listen for Scots and non Scots around the world. Join Andy Mack as he plays a great weekly mix of Scottish music, from the Bothy Ballads through to the Bagpipes, and everything in between. The Sounds of ...

Conspiracy theories explored

Debuting this week is You Be The Judge, aiming to educate, disseminate, illuminate, generate and activate dialogue while also exposing the dreamland the hosts believe to be real through these informative discussions.� If you've ever wondered about� The New World Order & Globalization, Global Warming Swindle, ...

Careers advice

Community Radio Hamilton continues to be a voice of Waikato youth with the launch of� What�Do You Wanna Be? - a careers show by, for and about youth.� Hosted by Emah and Kelsi, the show explores a new career option every week, bringing in professionals to advise on strategies and pathways into a variety of work ...

Candela celebrates MJ

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While the big stations have been falling over themselves to play every one Michael Jackson's overwrought epic hits, nobody does it like Access Radio !� Check out Candela's tribute show to the late King of Pop - it's caliente !��

Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission works for a fair, safe and just society, where diversity is valued and human rights are respected. This week they've produced a one-off programme about what the HRC does in relation to discrimination, what discrimination means and what you can do if you're being discriminated against.� ...

Family Blues Festival giveaways

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Auckland Family Blues Explosion is an initiative to raise awareness about musical expression and family interaction through the spirit of blues. Auckland Family Blues Explosion is a family orientated day of entertainment in a relaxed and socially responsible environment. Featured acts include the legendary Billy TK Jr., and local Blues icon ...

Family Care Radio

Family Care Radio is a monthly one hour internet radio show for carers, their whanau, aiga and friends.� Each show includes interviews with carers, experts and decision-makers, Listen & Learn Five Minute Features to help carers improve their health, wellbeing and knowledge and helpful tips and hints to make life easier.� Family Care Radio is now being ...

Voz Latina - the Voice of Latin America

Alfredo Lopez came to New Zealand, as a refugee from Colombia, in February 2008, having spent several years as President of a congrgation of Jehovah's Witnesses. Settling in Hamilton, Alfredo's commitment to helping people lead him to Community Radio Hamilton.� "It is a way to serve� the community, the work of volunteer is nothing new for me, it ...

New It Make !

Creative Commons has been described as being at the forefront of the copyleft movement, which seeks to support the building of a richer public domain by providing an alternative to the automatic "all rights reserved" copyright statement.�� "Did you know, when you share your creativity, you are enabling people anywhere to use it, learn from it, and ...

Etch magazine sponsors Access radio show

We're delighted to welcome Etch magazine to our stable of sponsors - they're on board with sponsorship of Whanau Tahi - One Love radio show.� Etch Magazine is New Zealand’s new online Business and Lifestyle Magazine set to inspire and inform New Zealand’s 18-35 year olds. Etch is the first online magazine of its kind to offer ...

Community Radio Hamilton 2009 Survey

Here's your chance to give us some feedback on how Your Place is doing - take a few minutes to complete our 2009 Survey, a simple process that helps us collect information about you - who you are, what you like about the station, what you'd like to see more [or less] of, and how well you understand what we do.� We promise to never share your answers, and if you ...

New Zealand Music Month

May is NZ Music Month and we're doing our bit to spread the word! Tune in for all-Kiwi Feature Albums kicking off Monday with Hamilton popsters Dynamo Go's new release "The Fool of Fountain City". We're also spinning tracks off the new Cassette album [5 stars in Rip It Up], old-school material from the unearthed Billy TK and Powerhouse sessions ...

Free to a good home....

If your not-for-profit could benefit from $15,000 worth of free advertising we would love to hear from you !� The 2009 Community Media Grant is an initiative from Hamilton City Council's City News magazine, Community Radio Hamilton, and bettle advertising, and is open to large and small community organisations based in Hamilton City.�

Applications close ...

BBQ Party @ Your Place!

Several hundred people came along and partied with us at the weekend's BBQ Party @ Your Place event.� The sun shone, the BBQs sizzled, and a great range of local entertainment - including traditional Punjabi and Chinese music, Filipino rock, folk and blues, and drag diva Maia Klunt - kept the crowds buzzing.� Check out pictures of the day on our

Sikhism on Air

Our local Sikh community now has two weekly opportunities to hear their own language, culture and beliefs on air.� Community Radio Hamilton and Mr Pritpal Singh are proud to launch a new show - Amrit Banji Punjabi Radio, which debuts Tuesday at 8.00pm.

Sustainable Business

Sustainable businesses have a positive impact on the environment, improve the well-being of their employees and positively contribute to their local community. Sustainable business is mainstream business practice and businesses of all sizes are now recognising the value of operating sustainably. Community Radio Hamilton is proud to have joined the Sustainable Business Network and is ...

BBQ Party @ Your Place !

It's a BBQ party, so bring your friends, family and neighbours along to check out Your Place - Community Radio Hamilton !� We'll be shouting lunch [BBQ of course!] as well as putting on some great live music and entertainment throughout the day. Learn how you can be part of Access radio, or just come for a nosey at our station - you're all welcome!� there will be heaps of ...

Showcase '09

The Cantamus Events Trust was formed to help the needy in the Waikato area, by raising funds with the production of an annual Sunday Showcase concert. Each year a local charity is chosen as the beneficiary and choirs that offer different musical sounds and styles give their time and talents to raising funds.� The 2009 Sunday Showcase concert to be held on Sunday May 24th at ...

Fresh new World music

This week we were very excited to get a package from our friends at Southbound - NZ distributors of the Rough Guide series of CDs. In the package - a large selection of new World music !� OK, you probably won't get to hear much from Klezmer Revival, but tune in over the next couple of weeks to hear ...

Like Minds Like Mine launch party

Politicians, community leaders and health sector workers came together this morning to launch the Like Minds Like Mine radio show.� Hosted by people with experience of mental illness, the show is a voice for the sector - addressing stigma and discrimination, building awareness of mental health and wellness as an aspect of New Zealand's ...

Eyes on America

Hosted by ex-pat American Chris McMaster, Eyes on America focuses on the USA and its impact on the world - particularly New Zealand. Chris moved to New Zealand two years ago from Alaska and has a degree in History with a Masters specializing in US Foreign Policy. With a keen interest in media, Chris will be using ...

Logic, reason and rational thinking

Three voices of reason are back!� Through the Fog was a 2004 radio show brought to you by local Skeptics, and explored common myths, legends, illogical beliefs and pseudoscience with a sceptical eye.� Topics explored include the moon landing "hoax", the supposed discovery of Noah's Ark, ghosts and other paranormal gobbledegook, the pseudoscience of Homeopathy, and more.� Selected ...

Chris Thompson live-to-air

Border Radio host and local folk-blues legend Chris Thompson spent time in our studios this week laying down another great live-to-air session. In the mix are a number of Chris' own works, along with tracks by Danny O'Keefe, Frank Wakefield and Dave von Ronk.�

The session airs this Saturday at 9pm, or listen to it here:�

Latin American weekly news updates

Join Chilean-born Journalist Silvana Erenchun-Perez for a weekly update of news from Latin America.� Pasa en Latinoamerica looks at the political situations, social change and major news stories across the Latin American world, and condenses the key issues into a weekly 30 minute Spanish language ...

Get Reel Radio

Get Reel Radio is a weekly show that explores the issues raised in the monthly ‘Get Reel’ films, and is your guide to the events and services at the Waikato Migrant Resource Centre. The show explores our diverse community and features the very best music from around the world. Get Reel Radio debuts ...

Greece to Crete - Memoirs of WWII

Join Mel Dricoll, Mondays at midday, as he reads from Greece to Crete - Before and After - a Kiwi War Story, which��tells the life story of Arthur H Lambert, now 91, who grew up on a Northland farm, went to World War II, (being taken prisoner-of-war) and on his return to civilian life set up his own business ...

Fem-Bop Womyn's show

Fem-Bop is the project of a group of friends who have found a forum to challenge ideas deeply entrenched into our society, culture and ways of thinking that have a negative effect on womyn/women. Fem-Bop will examine and challenge "the false culture of femininity" and resist the unrealistic expectations of society. For ...

Filipino community joins Community Radio Hamilton

Hamilton's large Filipino community now has its own radio show - Barangay New Zealand.� Hosted by Rene Direk, the show promises a vibrant mix of music, chat and community information.� Tune in Tuesdays at 6pm.

Election '08

Join our team of volunteer broadcasters from 5pm this Saturday for Election '08.� We'll be joined by various candidates from across the political spectrum, political experts and a variety of serious and not-so-serious commentators bringing you the results as they roll in.� Be informed - tune in for Election '08!

It Came From the Swamp

The Waikato Moving Image trust presents It Came From the Swamp, seven short films which will soon screen in venues around the country. The tour starts in Hamilton on November 11th [8pm at Victoria Cinema] as part of a programme in association with the Hamilton Film Society, before touring Raglan, Waiheke, Auckland, Wellington, ...

GO FEET RADIO!

If you're a fan of Ska, Rocksteady, Reggae, and Dub you won't want to miss GO FEET RADIO!, and brand new show featuring roots music and beyond from NZ, early JA sounds, and modern Boss music to skank rattle and roll to.

GO FEET RADIO!, Wednesdays from 10pm

Agencies join forces

Hamilton City Council's Ionna Tolofua and Constable Willie Cuthers have joined forces to bring you Neighbours of Nawton, a weekly look at what's going on in the Nawton area, and how you can make a difference in this community. The focus is on crime - not only the impact, but how to prevent it and build a stronger ...

Geoffrey 'Gurrumul' Yunupingu

Geoffrey 'Gurrumul' Yunupingu is being hailed as perhaps the greatest voice to ever come from Australia. A past member of Aboriginal band Yothu Yindi, Gurrumul has recently released his self-titled debut which, as well as being a recent feature album here at the station, is getting 5-star reviews around the world.� We spoke this week with Michael Hohnan, longtime ...

2008 Ethnic Soccer Festival

Congratulations to the Community Radio Hamilton-supported Union Latina on taking out the coveted Plate at the weekend's NZ Ethnic Soccer Festival!� Captain Cesar Alonso and his team fought hard throughout the two days, supported by an enthusiastic team of supporters.�� Congratulations also to the Hamilton Cook Islands Association who ...

Positive Parenting

New on Community Radio Hamilton - the PAUA show !� The show, developed in conjunction with Raukura Waikato Social Services, revolves around providing families with real-life tips, strategies, information, advice and experience sharing from other families, parents, and grandparents on how to establish and maintain in-home ...

Blues Room interview

Nate Taiapa, host of the Blues Room, recently paid a visit to the team at tvCentral to discuss the music our station plays, and the resurgence of the Blues in Hamilton city.� The interview was topped off with some of Nate's awesome harmonica playing - check it out on the Everyday show from this Friday. Here's ...

NZ Musician supports the Big Back Yard

We're rapt to welcome NZ Musician on board as sponsor of The Big Back Yard.� NZ Musician is the magazine for everyhting related to Kiwi music and being a muso in our fine country. Check them out at www.nzmusician.co.nz , and tune in to The Big Back ...

Multi-lingual Indian community show

This week we welcome a new Indian show - Global-Mehfil hosted by Suman Kapoor. The show features community information, and is hosted in [mainly] English but also featured content in Hindi, Urdu, Gujarati and Punjabi.� Tune in to Global-Mehfil for your window on the Indian community - Sundays from 4pm.

Border Radio live gig

Host of Border Radio Chris Thompson brings us a weekly look at the world of Folk music - classic to contemporary, traditional to modern, covering blues, country and much more. Check out Border Radio, Saturdays at 9pm, or head down to La Commune this Saturday night [6 September] and catch Chris live with Dimitri Edmonds on ...

Life in Japan

We recently hosted a visiting group of English language students from Tokyo's International Christian University - here in New Zealand to study our culture and develop their language skills. As part of their experience, they wrote, scripted and recorded the ICU Radio Show - a one-hour documentary exploring aspects of modern life in Japan. We ...

Isaac Hayes [1942 - 2008]

Soul legend Isaac Hayes, best known for writing and performing the Shaft theme, died at his home late yesterday. Hayes was one of the main creative forces behind Stax records, and achieved success with his Hot Buttered Soul [1969] and Black Moses [1971] albums, and latterly as the voice of South Park's Chef. We remember Isaac Hayes ...

Tauha's Big Back Yard

Joining our roster this week is The Big Back Yard - home to Kiwi music old and new. Join Tauha Te Kani as he explores the rich history and vibrant present of New Zealand music - with heaps of local gig info, interviews and giveaways.� The Big Back Yard, Tuesdays from 9pm

Festival giveaway!

The Bay of Islands Jazz & Blues Festival is on 8-10 August, and you can win an awesome prize package that includes a double pass to the festival [that's 3 days - 40 bands!], return transport, Fullers Bay of Islands cruise for 2, and accommodation !� Tune in for more details on

Folk, Blues and Beyond

Local musician and Border Radio host Chris Thompson is well known for his initimate and charming gigs in Raglan, and at Hamilton's La Commune Cafe. Last week Chris used his show to feature some of his personal faves - both from his own career and an eclectic range of covers. It's a wonderful performance and a treat for ...

Unsung heroes benefit big from grant

Volunteering Waikato are the lucky recipients of the inaugural Communty Radio Hamilton, bettle advertising, Hamilton City Council Community Media Grant, which provides one local community organisation with $15,000 worth of campaign planning, design, advertising and editorial.

The Trons interview - local robo-band goes viral!

Since we spoke with local creator of the Trons, Greg Locke, things have taken off on a global scale! The Band's one Youtube clip has over 80,000 views, the clip has appeared on techie, humour and geek blogs around the world, and Greg's been seen most ...

The Trons!

Hamilton's never seen the likes of this !� The Trons are a fully robotic noise band, set to formally debut at this year's Fringe Festival. The Trons are the brainchild of local muso and electronics whizz Greg Locke, who popped in to our Thursday Breakfast to chat about the band, their evolution from�a discarded photocopy card machine and a bunch of ...

Community Radio on the small screen

Thanks to our friends at tvCentral, we've been able to reach a wider audience, spreading the word about Access Radio and the role we play in our local communities. Check our our ...in the media page for several recent TV interviews including our GM Phil grey ...

Baptised2Boogie!

8-9pm Fridays is your scheduled session of supernatural happenings, God-given words and grooves of godliness with McKing Kool. ‘ Baptised 2 Boogie’ has launched, bringing Heaven to Earth’s airwaves through comtemporary music reflecting God’s goodness, interviews, testimonies and big talk ...

Join the CRH team!

Community Radio Hamilton has an exciting role for a dynamic and highly motivated self-starter. The Sponsorship and Advertising Coordinator role focusses on building up our level of airtime sponsorship of radio shows and actively chasing radio advertising, so proven success in this�sort of work�is essential. �The role is 20 hours per week, and ...

Bo Diddley, 1928 - 2008

Today the world lost a true pioneer, and one of the founding fathers of Rock 'n Roll. Bo Diddley will be remembered as the man who, with his home made electric guitar and intentional distortion, pioneered the rock guitar sound that still influence Rock music more than 50 years later.� We remember Bo Diddley this week - tune in to

Circle Jerk 2008

'Circle Jerk 08' is the endearing name given to Hamilton music's annual love-in, and the subject of a one-hour show playing this week. In this year's event 15 local acts will be covering the material of other local musicians, as well as playing a track of their own. The programme will include interviews with some of this year's lineup include Scott Newth from ...

Praisable Vibes is back

Long-time Hamiltonians may recall the original Praisable Vibes show circa- 1986, then a student-radio show broadcast on Radio Contact. Well, original host Adam Bruce is back with a fresh new Praisable Vibes, Saturdays from 1pm. Join Adam for an hour of righteous Christian music - rock, folk, and more from artisits such as ...

2008 NZ Radio Awards

Despite stiff competition from Radio India and our own Voices of Brazil, the boys from Candela took out top spot in the Best Ethnic and Access non-English Radio category at the weekend's 2008 NZ Radio Awards ceremony.� Luis and Mauricio were on ...

$15,000 Community Media Grant offerred

The launch of the annual Community Media Grant on Thursday, 1 May offers a major boost for Hamilton’s not-for-profit sector.�� The grant is an initiative of Community Radio Hamilton, Bettle Advertising, and Hamilton City Council’s City News magazine and provides one local charitable organisation with an advertising campaign valued at more ...

Free Speech Open Day

Well, our Open Day on Saturday was a huge success! Several hundred people came along to look around the station, pop into Access Radio information seminars, check out the info stalls and ethnic foods on offer, and check out some amazing local talent including our Blues Society friends who were joined by none other than Darcy Perry!� We would like to thank everyone ...

Youth broadcasters on the small screen

Sam from Food for Thought and Israel from Spotlight have been out at tvCentral today being interviewed about their shows, and how they came to be two of the country's youngest radio broadcasters. Check out their appearance this coming Monday at 8am, 1pm, 7.30pm and 10.30pm on

2008 NZ Radio Awards

The 2008 NZ Radio Awards finalists were announced today, and we're very excited to have three Community Radio Hamilton shows in the finals!� Candela and Voices of Brazil are finalists in the Best Ethnic or Access Non-English Language category, and our fabulous ...

BBC world Service docos

We are delighted to offer a revised schedule of BBC World Service content. Each week we select the latest episodes of our favourite BBC shows, and schedule them around our local content. We will now give you two opportunities to catch our favourites - The Word, Close Up, On Screen and Culture Shock. Check the new broadcast times

Democracy Now! scheduling change

Democracy Now! is the flagship national program of the Pacifica Radio network, broadcast on over 500 satellite, community, not for profit and Access stations around the world. Community Radio Hamilton continues to broadcast the show, but now will limit the plays to Mondays at 1.30pm to make way for new content.

Luke Thompson drops in

“It is a rare debut album by a New Zealand singer-songwriter which arrives as fully formed and mature as that by 24-year old Luke Thompson, whose Here on the Ground announces the arrival of a major Kiwi talent.” - Graham Reid

Two years since his first single, Morning Light was played on the radio

Food for Thought

Do you love animals?� Are you opposed to animal cruelty?� Do you want to know how you can help?� Are you a vegetarian?� Is your friend a vegetarian and you just don’t understand why?

These questions are posed by our newest volunteer broadcaster - 12 year old Sam. Tune in to Food For Thought, ...

Vedic knowledge grows

Followers of the Vedic Wisdom will be pleased with our latest schedule change - Advaita now hosts a full hour of Vedic Wisdom, Wednesdays from 3pm.� Join Advaita as he delves into the mysteries of the Vedas - the oldest known scriptures.

Radio on TV

We've just taken a trip out to see our friends at tvCentral's "EveryDay" programme, who recorded a segment with two of our team - Gina from Voices of Brazil, and Chris from Border Radio.� Check out what they had to say about being involved with Access Radio, and the huge buzz they ...

Life of an English WREN

Twenty years ago Anne Spicer (neé Bracken) thought: " Maybe, one day, my grandchildren may like to read about my life, and how things were in my day." So she wrote her memoirs for them and shares her fascinating life, focussing on the impact World War II had and the remarkable experiences it brought her way as a member of the Women's Royal Naval Service ...

Folk, Blues and Beyond....

Local muso Chris Thompson will go down in local history as the man responsible for the almost-anthem "Hamilton".... now he joins us every Saturday from 9pm with Border Radio - exploring folk, blues and beyond.�� For the best in local and international sounds, including live studio performances from Chris and his mates, ...

Coffee Group

Rachel Lamdin Hunter is a family health nurse, childbirth educator and most importantly a mother... and now she adds�Radio Show Host to her portfolio, with the debut of Coffee Group, the new show aimed squarely at mothers, or those hoping to be.� Rachel presents a range of information on all aspects of motherhood - ...

Gay Pride Radio

Community Radio Hamilton is proud to welcome to the airwaves Flat Out Pride - the region's only radio show by, for and about the GLBT [gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender] community.� Hosted by Geoff and Jaxin, Flat Out Pride is a fabulous mix of music, news, events info and of course plenty of information about the ...

Fab! new 60s show

Fans of the Beatles, Stones, Kinks, Who, Pretty Things and all the other great 60s music that spilled out of the UK - hold on for a wild ride with Cool Brittania!� Pete and Rob debut their new sixties show next week, promising a huge mix of R&B, Pop, Rock, Psych and more!�

Memoirs of a career in the Police

Neville Cooper began his policing career in 1962, as a fresh-faced traffic cop. After 38 years in the force, he has collected a wealth of stories - tragic, sad, uplifting and amusing. They're all brought together in his book To Serve and Protect.� Broadcaster Mel Driscoll brings you passages from the book, Mondays at midday, from now until ...

Daily Challenges

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Community Radio Hamilton welcomes Greg and Pete to the airwaves with the launch of Daily Challenges - a show in which Pete explores what it means to be part of Hamilton's community when every day means overcoming a disability. Challenging, stimulating, and above all an eye-opener, Daily Challenges kicks ...

Bula Vinaka!

We are very excited to welcome yet another Pacific Peoples to our schedule with the launch of Bogi ni Taukei - our exciting new Fijian show. Sekove and Peni aim to unite and strengthen the Fijian community, and invite you to tune in Wednesdays at 6pm.

Election '07

Tune in this Saturday, 13 October, for the results of our region's local body elections.... we will be the first place you'll hear them!� Election '07 is hosted by a team of Community Radio Hamilton volunteers, who will be hosting many of the candidates during the show.

Election '07 kicks off at 2pm.

Rojak Radio

Check out our newest show, Rojak Radio, showcasing the hottest modern music from Malaysia. Join your host Wormy as he brings the equatorial hotness down here in the southern hemisphere.

Rojak Radio airs Saturdays at 7pm.

Good News now GREAT news!

Long running show Goodnews and God's Views has undergone change - it's now Great News and God's Views.� Hosted by husband and wife team Peter and Tricia, the show highlights preaching of the Word and news of interest to Christians which is not usually covered in the mainstream media. Great News and God's Views airs ...

Performing Arts through youth eyes

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Checking out the performing arts scene through the eyes of a 12 year old - that's the aim of our newest show, Spotlight.� Join Izzy Tuesdays at 4pm for coverage of local school productions, young bands and more.� Spotlight debuts this Tuesday with a discussion of The Snow Queen, held recently in ...

Echo de Zeit

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Gruezi ! and welcome to our newest show, Echo de Zeit. Join Beat Fehlman for an hour of Swiss culture, language, news and music.� Beat has branched out from his weekly 'Flavour of the Day' show to share his passion for all things Swiss, and we look forward to increasing support from our region's Swiss community.

Echo de Zeit ...

Ethnic Soccer Festival

This weekend sees the 6th annual Ethnic Soccer Festival taking place at Jansen Park, Hillcrest, Hamilton. Community Radio Hamilton will be there, cheering on the guys from Union Latina as they tackle stiff competition to make it to the finals on Sunday. Good Luck Union Latina!

check out the Flava

Join� DJ CRISP and fellow host DJ MINT as�they take you on a journey to the core of modern music� out of Africa. This show�for the young or young at heart -��all are welcome to listen to the flava. Hip hop, urban and house - you can catch Afro-Flava every Monday 9pm to 10:30pm

Kiwisaver show

Despite a huge media campaign, Kiwisaver still baffles many people.... Community Radio Hamilton is very pleased to share the Kiwisaver Show, presented by none other than Dr Michael Cullen and the Hon. Winnie Laban. Get the facts straight from the architects of the scheme!� The Kiwisaver Show will air at the following times; Monday 17 Sept 1pm, Wednesday 19 Sept ...

Little Connections

�Welcome aboard Plunket! Great to have yet another not for profit organisation using our station to spread their message and explore a new way of reaching their target audience!� Little Connections was conceived� just a few weeks ago, and promises to liven up our Friday mornings. Check out Little Connections, Fridays ...

Voices in Harmony

The Association of Community Access Broadcasters Aotearoa New Zealand and its eleven member stations are gearing up for their annual conference, being held in Wellington on 12 and 13 October. This year's conference is themed Voices in Harmony, and kicks off with a breakfast at Parliament. For more info and a full conference programme check out the ...

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Emma's behind the mic from 4pm today, giving another teen perspective on the big teen issues - drinking, driving, partying, social networking and heaps more. Teen Talk makes a welcome addition to our schedule, playing every Tuesday at 4.

Generation Y vs the World

Cyber-safety, party pills, social networking web technologies, voting rights - all the important issues for Generation Y are right here on CRH with today's launch of iTeens. Hosts Lily and Moria, both migrants to our country, give a unique perspective on the issues impacting on Gen-Y, and inject their own flavour ...

Youth Arts show debuts

Young artists, musicians, performers and dancers.... check out Centrestage! �Breanna Jackson checks out the latest in the local youth arts scene, reviews events, interviews local scenesters, flogs freebie giveaways and heaps more.

Centrestage debuts today, and plays every Tuesday at 4.30.

From the Heart

From the Heart debuts today - join Karl on an exploration of relationships, be they marital, family, parental or valued friendships. Karl explores what makes successful relationships stay that way, and focusses on the most essential element of any relationship - communication.

From the ...

boa vinda para tr�s Voices of Brazil !

Tonight we warmly welcome the return of the Portuguese language to Community Radio Hamilton. Voices of Brazil, hosted by Gina [Brazilian] and Mark [a Kiwi] promises the finest in Brazilian music, and aims to form a bridge between the two cultures.

Voices of Brazil ...

...and for our older listeners

We say a big "Welcome back!" to Active Age on Air.... hosted by Gail Gilbert - manager of Age Concern Hamilton.�

The show promotes Age Concern's services, as well as covering a wide range of other social, recreational and physical activity opportunities for our older population. Active Age on Air is back at ...

Life in Japan

Twenty-five students from the International Christian University in Japan came to Community Radio Hamilton last week and put together their own programme about what they consider to be important aspects of their culture.� They spoke about food, otaku, music, sushi, samurai and the Japanese bath style.� We were really impressed with the quality of their ...

BBoy heads to LA

Co-host of Step King Radio Dujon Cullingford aka ‘Bboy Stretchmark’ has been selected to represent New Zealand at the 2007 World Battle Bboy Crew Championship in Los Angeles.� Hundreds of the world’s top street dancers will come ...

Democracy Now!

Democracy Now! is a national, daily, independent, award-winning news program airing on over 450 stations. Pioneering the largest public media collaboration in the U.S., Democracy Now! is broadcast on Pacifica, NPR, community, and college radio stations; on public access, PBS, satellite television. The program ...

The Blues is Back in Town!

Oh yeah - The Blues is Back in H-Town!� Last night saw a packed out Biddy Mulligans as blues fans from far and wide came to celebrate the re-birth of the Hamilton Blues Society. The crowd was warm, the beer was cold, and the talent exceptional - from local blues newcomers and old hands, to the star of the show Mike Garner. Community Radio Hamilton is delighted to be ...

Local arts coverage

Community Radio Hamilton continues its commitment to the local arts scene with the recent launch of ArtSpace - a weekly show shining the spotlight on local arts activities.� Whether it's visual or performing, mainstream or avant garde, ArtSpace is keen to cover it.� If you are involved in the local arts scene drop us a line ...

Candela!

Candela is our latest show, launching tonight, and offering a taste of Latin American music, culture, news and more. Luis [Chile] and Mauricio [Colombia] bring first-hand radio experience from their homeland, as well as a truly awsome collection of music reflecting the sound and flavour of their homeland.� ...

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