1:10 Should we have a serious conversation about means testing?
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As we hurtle towards election day – superannuation has once again become a red-hot issue.
National will campaign to lift the age of eligibility – while other parties have firmly ruled out such an idea.
Our superannuation problem isn’t going away though, so is it time we have a proper conversation about means testing?
Joining Emile to discuss is Miles Workman from ANZ.
1:18 Is there any truth to the rumours about Liam Lawson?
Liam Lawson
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There are media reports out of Spain that Liam Lawson could lose his seat at Racing Bulls next season.
‘SoyMotor’ has reported that Nikola Tsolov has been guaranteed a seat at junior side Racing Bulls for next season … which could push the Kiwi driver out.
RNZ senior sports journalist Barry Guy joins Emile to discuss whether there’s any truth to the rumours.
1:25 The scam that’s bringing disrepute to the Buddhist Community
Auckland resident Julia Bainbridge says a man dressed as a monk gave her a trinket and bracelet before asking for a donation.
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There’s a new scam in town – and it’s one that’s seeing some of you get targeted by fake Buddhist monks.
And like all scams – its effects appear to be spreading beyond the initial victims.
Robert Hunt, Chairman of The New Zealand Buddhist Council, wants the dignity and reputation of monks protected.
1:30 Should you trust AI to help with investment advice?
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Love it or hate it, when people are looking for answers, they are more often than not asking some form of Artificial Intelligence, or AI for help.
Research released by Sharsies, shows that includes financial advice, with one in three of you turning to AI to help with money matters.
So, asking AI for investment tips – is it wise or totally misguided?
To find out, Emile is joined by Simply Privacy partner Frith Tweedie.
1:45 Stories from Our Changing World
Dr Jenni Hopkins prepares a sample for microprobe analysis.
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Host and producer of Our Changing World Claire Concannon chats to Emile today about volcanoes.
2.10 Heading Off to the Galapagos Islands in South America!
The Galápagos giant tortoise.
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Time for our weekly travel segment Heading Off.
Your chance to experience some amazing adventures without leaving the comfort of your home.
We’d love to hear from you if you have a tale to tell .. doesn’t need to be exotic .. just memorable.
Text us on 2101 or afternoons@rnz.co.nz
Today we’re heading off to the Galapagos Islands in South America, with journalist and travel writer Mike Yardley.
2:20 Easy Eats: Tofu, cashew and ginger lettuce cups
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Kelly Gibney joins Emile to share this week’s Easy Eats recipe.
Click here for the recipe.
2:30 Bookmarks with Karyn Rachtman
Time for Bookmarks now, where we get to know a prominent New Zealander a little better by asking about their favourite things.
Today Emile is joined by one of the most influential music supervisors in Hollywood, Karyn Rachtman.
Karyn helped shape the sound of some of the most iconic films of the 1990s and 2000s, including Reservoir Dogs, Pulp Fiction, Romeo + Juliet, Boogie Nights, Moulin Rouge!, Clueless, and many more.
These days Karyn splits her time between New Zealand and the US, where she runs Mind Your Music, helping composers and artists navigate the music industry and build careers.
3:10 Music Critic: Dianne Swann on Delaney Davidson
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Today Afternoons music critic, Dianne Swann is bringing us the latest from local legend Delaney Davidson, who has a new album out on Friday .. and an upcoming NZ Live with us too!
3:35 Feature interview: Why play is important for adults too!
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Play isn’t just the opposite of work. It’s not something frivolous we grow out of when our school days are over. Some of our best ideas, strongest connections and most memorable lessons happen when we’re playing. That’s a lesson Max Pearce has lived. He’s an artist, activist and a member of the Harlem Globetrotters basketball team. He’s spent years entertaining audiences around the world with basketball tricks, comedy and showmanship. But behind the laughter and impossible shots is a deeper belief that creativity, curiosity and play are powerful tools for innovation and human connection. The Globetrotters will be touring New Zealand in July.
3:45 The pre-Panel: Your daily dose of stuff and nonsense
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Wallace Chapman and Emile Donovan star in the shortest show on radio, where they show they really can make something out of nothing, join them to be part of their delight, or to simply despair. Wallace will also preview what’s on The Panel tonight.
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