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Musical Collaborations and Smooth Listening A few musical collaborations and other stunning longer tunes for relaxed, smooth listening. This episode was first broadcast on Coast Access Radio, a Community Access Media Alliance station amplifying the voices of Kāpiti and Horowhenua, proudly supported by NZ On Air. Learn more at www.coastaccessradio.org.nz Play Episode
New Zealand Bird Survey This episode is for the birds as it is that time of year for the New Zealand Garden Bird Survey. Jon likes to have a theme running through his mainly music show. This episode was first broadcast on Coast Access Radio, a Community Access Media Alliance station amplifying the voices of Kāpiti and Horowhenua. Supported by NZ On Air. Visit coastaccessradio.org.nz Play Episode
Driver Education - A Career Vignette Following a major restructuring of New Zealand's road safety education programme in the late 1980s, Angela found herself navigating an unexpected career transition. In this career vignette, she reflects on the challenges of change, the opportunities that emerged through driver education, and the experiences that helped shape her professional journey. From community programmes and defensive driving courses to army training in Waiouru, this is a story about resilience, reinvention, and embracing new directions when life takes an unexpected turn. Write your Story is a series of stories, written and narrated by their authors. These "new" authors bring us a story they have put together recently and share with us all. This episode was first broadcast on Coast Access Radio, a Community Access Media Alliance station amplifying the voices of Kāpiti and Horowhenua. Supported by NZ On Air. Visit coastaccessradio.org.nz Play Episode
Crispy Business The clue to this week's subject is very much in the title - four crispy dishes starting with Cantonese Crispy Pork Belly, followed by Crispy Potato Topped Chicken then on to a Crispy Crust Pizza with The Lot (!) and finishing with Crispy Lamb Fillets with Mango Sauce. Music from George Harrison. Presented by Gail Hall with co-hosts Peter Fleming, Gail presents a wide range of recipes from the decadently delicious through to gorgeously healthy eating. This episode was first broadcast on Coast Access Radio, a Community Access Media Alliance station amplifying the voices of Kāpiti and Horowhenua. Supported by NZ On Air. Visit coastaccessradio.org.nz Play Episode
Radio Viti Kapiti - features Matariki + Sue Barker Legal Expert re Charities Law 5 April 2026 + Community News A programme in Fijian and English for families and RSE workers and private contractors from Fiji and the Pacific Islands. This programme also focusses on youth. Play Episode
Overthinking, Stress & Judging the Wealthy Margot answers questions about recognising entitled behaviour, overcoming self-doubt, understanding stress, and challenging our assumptions about wealthy people. A practical and thought-provoking discussion on self-awareness and perspective. Margot is our go to for life problems. Listeners are encouraged to write in with a problem they are stuck on, and we will “Ask Margot” to provide sound, real and insightful advice. This episode was first broadcast on Coast Access Radio, a Community Access Media Alliance station amplifying the voices of Kāpiti and Horowhenua. Supported by NZ On Air. Visit coastaccessradio.org.nz Play Episode
Funk Adjancent - Blues Train Ryan Gatling presents a great music show featuring Jazz, Blues, Funk, Soul and Gospel in his very cool style. Play Episode
Youth Jobs, AI, and the Future of Work Youth unemployment in New Zealand is at its highest level in more than 30 years, and at the same time AI is changing the way we work faster than ever before. In this solo episode, Kai explores why so many young people are struggling to find jobs, what schools could be doing differently, and whether AI is something to fear or something to embrace. Plus, should artificial intelligence ever be trusted to make decisions that affect people's lives? This episode was first broadcast on Coast Access Radio, a Community Access Media Alliance station amplifying the voices of Kāpiti and Horowhenua. Supported by NZ On Air. Visit coastaccessradio.org.nz Play Episode
Exploring the World with Viking and What’s Got Everybody Talking From Europe's iconic rivers to remote polar expeditions and luxury ocean voyages, Steve from Viking shares what makes each style of cruising unique. We cover the destinations, the onboard experience and why Viking has become a favourite for traveller's looking for immersive, destination-focused holidays. This episode was first broadcast on Coast Access Radio, a Community Access Media Alliance station amplifying the voices of Kāpiti and Horowhenua, proudly supported by NZ On Air. Learn more at www.coastaccessradio.org.nz Play Episode
Matariki Special 2025 - Part 1 Originally produced and aired in 2025, this special one-hour Matariki edition of Kapiti Poets returns by popular request and has been divided into two parts for rebroadcast. In Part 1, Ingrid Prosser is joined by poet JiL Hemming, alongside works from Nicola Easthope and Michael O'Leary, celebrating Matariki through poetry, music, remembrance, and reflection. Poetry, poems and interviews with Ingrid Prosser This episode was first broadcast on Coast Access Radio, a Community Access Media Alliance station amplifying the voices of Kāpiti and Horowhenua. Supported by NZ On Air. Visit coastaccessradio.org.nz Play Episode
The Energy Equation, Part 1: Why Am I So Tired? Why can a good day still leave a neurodivergent person shattered? In this episode, Stephen Harrison begins The Energy Equation series by exploring the hidden work many neurodivergent people carry through ordinary life. This is not about laziness, weakness, or lack of discipline. It is about the unseen energy costs of monitoring behaviour, interpreting conversations, filtering sensory input, masking, switching contexts, and recovering from being misunderstood. The episode invites listeners to begin noticing what drains them, what restores them, and what invisible work may be happening beneath the surface. This episode was first broadcast on Coast Access Radio, a Community Access Media Alliance station amplifying the voices of Kāpiti and Horowhenua. Supported by NZ On Air. Visit coastaccessradio.org.nz Play Episode
Dealing with Kikuyu Grass Creeping, pesky, mat-forming grass - can you avoid it by putting in raised beds? Short answer is no. Kath answers a listeners question this week about this pesky overzealous grower. Gardening made accessible with wonderful gardening teacher and author Kath Irvine. With her 20 years plus experience, Kath sits down in a live to air interview with Catherine and discusses all things gardening. Visit https://ediblebackyard.co.nz This episode was first broadcast on Coast Access Radio, a Community Access Media Alliance station amplifying the voices of Kāpiti and Horowhenua. Supported by NZ On Air. Visit coastaccessradio.org.nz Play Episode

 

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Grief on various degrees
From Radio Hawkes Bay, Join Alysha, as she interviews and chats with various guests on everything to do with grief and dying.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Ireland Calling
Ireland seems closer every week with Oliver Lee presenting current events and sports news. Featuring a wide range of Irish music and the occasional guest, including visiting Irish performers, politicians, sports and business people
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
The Night Sky
In this programme, we explore the wonders of our magnificent night sky – stars, planets, nebulae and galaxies. We discuss the latest news and discoveries from space and, we also tell stories from antiquity - the myths and legends of the night sky.
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM
6:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Life Rewritten 40 +
Life doesn’t stop at 40—in fact, it’s just getting started. Join Kristyl Neho as she dives into inspiring stories, personal insights, and thought-provoking discussions about embracing change, discovering new opportunities, and rewriting what life looks lik
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Retrospect Garage Punk
'60s garage punk, garage rock, proto-punk, freak beat and psychedelia from the entire planet. Your regular toe-tapping trip down memory lane this ain't! This is a weekly show hosted by Phil Grey and first broadcast on Free FM [Hamilton, New Zealand]
9:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Secret 70's
10:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Friday Night Blues
The Friday Night Blues Show is a trip through the wonderful world of the blues. Blues music comes in many styles and can be happy or sad, slow or fast, loud or soft. I cover all these on each programme through a wide range of artists

 

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