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Capturing Life Through the Lens What if the little things we often miss are actually the ones that matter most. On this week’s How to Make It Work, I talk with Russell Higginbotham, aka Ru or Captured_by_RU, a photographer who captures the fleeting, honest moments and emotions of people at events, and in everyday life. His work is all about making people feel seen and giving back to the Raglan community through his photography. Celebrating the everyday moments through his lens he wants to remind people of life’s little joys even more. How To Make It Work is produced in Raglan by Annika Stricker @xannikayasx @stories.by.annika and broadcast on Free FM Listen

The Paleface Parabola - 25-03-2026 Anything you want you got it right here in the USA. Like a ‘leader’ who changes his mind about policy every 10 minutes, depending on who he just talked to, and Spam making a huge comeback on the plates and hearts and minds of Americans. So what can a poor boy do? Well, I'm a lousy singer so that’s out. Hey, I’ve got it! The Mystery Man and I just collaborated on a brand new Paleface Parabola and we await your reactions to it, if you haven't broken out in a painful itchy rash yet. The text line to reach us is 908-914-7582. Here’s just a select few of this week’s all-stars so we can establish mood and tempo and that more easily. Akiko Shikata from you know who. The Upsetters, Steve Gibbons Band, Kim Gordon, Buck Owens & the Buckaroos, and Hank Mobley lead the charge. Ears up. When guys like us die, who’s going to give Akiko airplay, I submit to you boldly? Listen

Musafir Hoon Yaaro - 25-03-2026 Musafir Hoon Yaaro (I am a Traveller) is a lifestyle show in Hindi, hosted by Arsh (Jimmy) Singh. Listen

Vedic Wisdom Part 2 - Useless Knowledge in Schools Useless Knowledge in Schools The trend to dumb down the human species is showing in the education system. We discuss the higher knowledge necessary for an individual to achieve their potential and how to derive that level of education from the Vedic knowledge. Listen

Vedic Wisdom Part 1 - Travel Throughout the Universe Travel Throughout the Universe The ability to travel from planet to planet has long been described in the Vedic literature. This show explains how the system works and the best way to achieve the higher planets. Listen

From the Fringes - 25-03-2026 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 - 25-03-2026 The Bridge Zone – Episode 404 Counting Crows was awesome, thanks for entering well done Ros Wales Judge Julie rules on 2 questions asked from members of The JIN Club Is it even permissible to alert a four-level bid and in doing so, does it provide your PARTNER unauthorised information? And when is the correct time to turn over the bidding pad, or put away the bidding cards? When is the earliest time the pad can be turned over? Mr Jinn shares the fall out from the Mt Albert Intermediate Arch Jelley still playing at 104 years old We have another go at the Latin translation of the JIN motto Ross and Barry confirm a date Barry and Mereana talk about the Kelly Peirse teams, lesson numbers, youth and perhaps a new venture for novice players coming out of the lessons this year – sounds like Game On And we drop a teaser for next week – Regional Championships See you at the tables The BZ Crew Listen

Back Porch Bluegrass - 24-03-2026 Tony Rice kicks off the show, followed by Billy Strings & his Dad, the Dillards with some fine banjo picking, and Nu-Blu with a song from the writing of Nanci Griffith. Curly Seckler, Chris Jones, Jim Lauderdale with Ralph Stanley, follow on, and we’ve another couple of great tracks from Aussie songstress Anne Kirkpatrick (with me playing banjo!). Mike Auldrige closes the show with some great Dobro playing. What more could you want from a bluegrass show? Listen

B Orig - 24-03-2026 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 - 24-03-2026 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

Hanna Worldwide and Friends - Ep 39 - Be wild, be free, be JUNGLI.mp3 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

War - When Will We Ever Learn? Free Mel presents anti-war anthems amidst the turmoil in the world. This show reveals the worst in wars and our plea for peace. War: When Will We Ever Learn. Listen

Creating a Gathering Place with Fiona Gates Pubs were built to be the centre of town. Long before they were just places for a drink, they were courthouses, meeting rooms, social hubs: the heartbeat of community life. In this episode of Give to Gain, Fiona Gates of the Harbour View Hotel shares the philosophy she and her team committed to from day one, and explores how decades of leadership, resilience and bold goal-setting shaped one of Whingaroa’s most iconic gathering place. This conversation is about creating spaces where everyone feels welcome. Because when you build a place for community to gather, you don’t just run a business, you give something back. And in return, the whole town gains. 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. Listen

The Joy of Classical Music - Ep 147 - New Adventures in Music 2 A series within a series, New Adventures in Music is devoted to the thrill of music discovery and the joy of listening. Each episode features a varied selection of music that culminates with a featured work. This weeks episode features three tracks from coloratura soprano Julie Roset’s wonderful new album M'a dit Amour (Love Said To Me) and from Symbiosis: A Tribute to Bill Evans, a new album by Danish jazz pianist Thomas Clausen, his Trio, and the Singapore Symphony Orchestra, I’m featuring the glorious Bill Evans Suite. Julie Roset performs Claude Debussy - La romance d'Ariel, L. 54 Julie Roset performs Charles Koechlin - Sept chansons pour Gladys, Op. 151: No. 1, M'a dit Amour Anne Akiko Meyers and the Orpheus Chamber Orchestra perform Eric Whitacre - The Pacific Has No Memory Conrad Tao performs Adam Roberts - Book of Flowers: No. 6 - Shavasana Book of Flowers No. 8 - Rolling Waves Julie Roset performs Claude Debussy - La fille aux cheveux de lin, L. 15 Thomas Clausen Trio and the Singapore Symphony Orchestra perform Bill Evans and Palle Mikkelborg - The Bill Evans Suite 1 “Interlude" into Waltz for Debby 2 Time Remembered 3 My Bells 4 Interlude (Treasures) 5 Waltz for Debby (Reprise) 6. Walkin' Up Listen

Waikato Chinese Voices - 23-03-2026 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

Tales From the Guild: Shadows of Paradurn Ep 34 – 20-03-2026 Tales From the Guild: Shadows of Paradurn is a DnD5e actual play radio show. Brought to you by the Waikato Role-Playing Guild. Listen

ep. 720 - Technicolour Passports - a Journey Through Ultra-Obscure Psych! We’re spinning mind-bending tracks from the United States, Italy, Finland, Argentina, Mexico, and New Zealand. These aren't just songs; they are sonic postcards from a time when the world was expanding, the guitars were loud, and the rules were being rewritten in every language. Turn on, tune in. Full playlist always posted via Retrospect 60s Garage Punk Show on Facebook and Insta. Retrospect is created by Phil Grey at Free FM 89.0 [Kirikiriroa/Hamilton, NZ]. Listen

Free Left Turn - 21-03-2026 Welcome Comrades to an hour of news and commentary from a far-left perspective.. Produced at Free FM, Hamilton, NZ Listen

Cosmopolitan News and Views - 22-03-2026 Created by Free FM, Hamilton, New Zealand Listen

Sai News 1116 Rama Navami - 22-03-2026 Sai News 1116 Rama Navami 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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Lande Hekt - Lucky Now [2026]
Third LP from Lande Hekt, British indie rock musician, previously the lead vocalist of the band Muncie Girls with whom she released two albums.

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Courtney Barnett - Mantis, first selection from her upcoming LP 'Creature Of Habit'

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