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The legendary filmmaker—with the legendary voice—gives his take on the most controversial music video of the year. [Warning: NSFW] "So when I met with Herzog this week to discuss the agony and ecstasy of relentlessly digital living, I asked the inimitable filmmaker and accidental cultural critic if he might like to analyze the latest work of Kanye West, the internet’s own Fitzcarraldo, whose 10-minute “Famous” music video (dir. Kanye West) racked up over 13 million views on YouTube, fueled a celebu-brawl that wreaked havoc across all your faves’ Twitter, Instagram, and Snapchat, and is up for an MTV VMA for Video of the Year. The ever-curious Herzog gamely leapt at the chance. “I have never seen anything like this,” the filmmaker raved, his eyes twinkling." - Jen Yamato for The Daily Beast, 12/08/2016.

Stephen welcomes actor John David Washington, tennis player Naomi Osaka and a musical performance by Spoon. Air Date: Dec 5, 2022. The first couple of late night made a glamorous entrance at President Biden’s first state dinner at the White House, and in completely unrelated news, the President later asked the DNC to move Stephen’s home state to the front of the line for the next primary season. John David Washington joins Stephen to discuss his starring role on Broadway in the August Wilson play, “The Piano Lesson,” and the pride he takes in delivering his lines the way they were originally written. Stick around for more with John David Washington, and catch his play while you can at the Ethel Barrymore Theater through January 29th. Four-time Grand Slam tennis champion Naomi Osaka drops by for a fascinating interview covering some of her favorite things to do in New York, how she handles the mental health challenges that come with being a famous athlete, the joys of being able to go out in public without being recognized, and the reason she wrote her new book for children, “The Way Champs Play,” which is on sale now.

Stephen welcomes television host John Oliver and a musical performance by the cast of The Lion King. Air Date: Nov 7, 2022. With races coming down to the wire, pollsters seem unable to predict the results of the midterm elections and candidates like Florida’s governor are making some wild statements in their final ads. Next up, the universe has spoken, and Chris Evans is People’s new Sexiest Man Alive! Stephen Colbert continues his proud tradition of announcing the Sexiest Man Alive on The Late Show, this time with help from former Sexiest Man, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and John Oliver. And in this podcast exclusively-extended interview, John Oliver and Stephen take a look at John’s plan to get more sexy in time to grab the title of People’s Sexiest Man Alive in 2023 and chat about what it means for Oliver to vote in the midterm elections for the first time as a US citizen.

Arthur Manning reviews: The Man Who Shot Rob Muldoon by Jason Calder. At the time no one knew who the real author and many were guessed at but academic, scholar and writer John Dunmore, who established the Dunmore Press also wrote thrillers under the pseudonym of Jason Calder.

A roundup of today's news and sport. A weekly analysis of significant political issues. Pacific Island news, issues and current affairs. A weekly Pacific magazine programme features New Zealand and regional Pacific news, issues, information and music. This programme is also simulcast domestically on RNZ National.

Julian Wilcox presents a compelling mix of current affairs investigations, human interest and arts and culture stories. Made with the support of NZ on Air and Te Māngai Pāho. What do 27% of NZers all have in common? They were born overseas. Here Now is about the journeys people make to New Zealand, their identities and perspectives, all of which shape their life here. Here Now was previously titled Voices and is produced and presented by Kadambari Raghukumar. In 2023 Voices won three bronze awards at the NZ Podcast Awards and was a finalist in Best Weekly Factual category in the NZ Radio Awards.

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Mapuna takes an in-depth look at the career and influence of Dame Kiri Te Kanawa who turned 80 earlier this month. Vocal coach Robert Wiremu talks about her impact on his early singing career and the techniques he's passing on to young singers. Baritone Samson Setu talks from Zurich about the crucial help Dame Kiri provided him in getting his career going and Brad Cohen from NZ Opera unpicks what makes her voice so great. On top of that Dame Kiri Te Kanawa talks about some highlights from a career which spanned more than 50 years. [Saturday 16 March 2024, 12:10]

The remarkable true story behind the rise, downfall and redemption of Dawn Raid Entertainment, the influential hip hop record label that forever changed the music landscape in the Pacific. (2020) The rise, fall and spiritual rebirth of the most iconic and influential music label in Pacific history, Dawn Raid Entertainment. Dawn Raid is the story of two Manukau Polytechnic students, Andy Murane and Tanielu Leaosavai'i (aka Brotha D) who turned a bootleg t-shirt business and Hip-Hop night at a local bar in Otara into the influential Dawn Raid Entertainment empire. From humble beginnings to fame and fortune, Andy, Brotha D and the Dawn Raid artists gave voice to a disenfranchised Pacific community, for which the violence of the dawn raids, twenty years previously, was still raw. But the bravado and contempt for the status quo that drove Andy and Brotha D to the top, was also the unravelling of their empire. Unpaid tax debts, rifts between artists, and a feeling of betrayal and failure underpinned the downfall of Dawn Raid Entertainment, though not before they had created an immeasurable musical legacy that would pave the way for future New Zealand artists to reach international audiences. [Te Tumu Whakaata Taonga / New Zealand Film Commission | General Film Corporation, 2021] Classification: M-L

A roundup of today's news and sport. A roundup of today's news and sport. RNZ's weeknight programme of entertainment and information. Tune in to Nights every weekday from 8pm to midnight for a delectable buffet of creative ideas, open-minded conversations, music, musings and daily stimulation. Every weeknight from 8pm to midnight Emile Donovan will guide you through the evening hours. Pacific Island news, issues and current affairs. A weekly Pacific magazine programme features New Zealand and regional Pacific news, issues, information and music. This programme is also simulcast domestically on RNZ National.

Geopolitics expert Peter Zeihan tells Guyon what New Zealand needs to do right now if it wants to survive the end of globalisation, why China's days are numbered, and who's going to win the US election. [Wednesday 19 June 2024]

On the Air is on the road for a special Matariki show live from Raglan. Hosts Kara Rickard and Mark Williams (aka MC Slave) present an afternoon of music, interviews and live recordings exploring and celebrating the themes of Matariki.

Every Saturday after the Midday news, Julian Wilcox talks to Māori throughout Aotearoa, from sports legends, to business leaders, to artists and community advocates. Māpuna acknowledges those who are beloved and respected within their communities. 'He māpuna e arohatia ana, e kaingāukautia ana.' Producer - Tama Muru.

The Best of RNZ's Podcasts. RNZ’s The House – journalism focussed on parliamentary legislation, issues and insights – is made with funding from Parliament’s Office of the Clerk. The biggest stars. The best musicians. Local NZ talent and global chart-toppers. They all talk to Charlotte Ryan on Music 101 Interviews, sharing their stories from the road and the studio, the tales behind the song and from back-stage. Listen on the RNZ website or wherever you get your podcasts.

Sibling duo Pipiwharauroa and Ngawai Campbell are members of rising Aotearoa band ‘Corrella’. Join them and our presenters as they talk about their unique sound and the dynamics of being in a band.

Discover the musical artistry of Jordyn With A Why, as she shares with the presenters her journey of learning te reo Māori and her captivating musical career so far.

Join our presenters Chey Milne and Jordyn With A Why as they unravel the musical layers of Tawaroa Kawana, also known as TAWAZ. They explore his upbringing and the empowering concept of owning your masters.

Nathaniel Howe shares the business side of music.

Dive into the spoken word poetry world with Stevie Davis-Tana.

Chey Milne shares his musical journey, accompanied by presenters Tawaroa Kawana and Kaaterama Pou. Learn about the evolution of his sound, his influences and the intricacies of Whaikōrero Raps.

Eugene Temara shares his insights into the world of Māori music.

Superstar musician Pere Wihongi speaks with the presenters about their music career, the state of Māori music in the world and Spotify streams.

Ani-Piki Tuari, an extraordinary and multifaceted kaiwaiata, composer and manager shares insights into her mahi managing her brother’s band the ‘Tuari Brothers.’

Main Story: John Oliver discusses the UK elections and the future of the Tories. Plus, pride flags continue to cause controversy, and a new law about the ten commandments in Louisiana. John Oliver discusses the UK elections, who’s running, why people are so upset with the Tories, and the happiest surgeon in all of Lithuania. John Oliver discusses the UK elections and the future of the Tories, why pride flags are causing controversy in the US, and a new law about the ten commandments in Louisiana. Also some stuff about Ur-Nammu that we all know already. [Home Box Office, Wednesday 18 September 2024, 09:00:06] Classification: M-LC

Presenters Chey Milne, Tawaroa Kawana and Kaaterama Pou chat to the talented kaiwaiata Te Kuru Dewes. They explore his songwriting process and different genres within te ao pūoro.

Presenters Chey Milne, Tawaroa Kawana and Jordyn With A Why engage in a kōrero with the captivating Pere Wihongi discussing the many facets of kapa haka, including, composition, language and even challenges.

Ani-Piki Tuari reflects on her theatre show ‘Whakapaupakihi’.

Reti Hedley, member of the band IA, shares his creative talents.

Hinewehi Mohi has made transformative contributions to Māori music. Join Chey Milne, Tawaroa Kawana and Jordyn With A Why as they discuss her impactful musical journey.

Eugene Temara explores the intricacies of music within kapa haka.

Embark on a journey into the world of Kaaterama Pou, as presenters Chey Milne and Tawaroa Kawana traverse her soulful influences and her mātāpono.

Experience the vibrant creativity of Hāni Totorewa, a former long standing member of Katchafire. Now a solo musician known as Hāni Dread, discover what the key lessons from his musical journey are.

A roundup of today's news and sport. A weekly analysis of significant political issues. Pacific Island news, issues and current affairs. A weekly Pacific magazine programme features New Zealand and regional Pacific news, issues, information and music. This programme is also simulcast domestically on RNZ National.