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Tune in to Nights with Emile Donovan every weekday from 8pm to midnight for a delectable buffet of creative ideas, open-minded conversations, music, musings and daily stimulation.

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He's back for the last time in 2025, and no doubt ready to inform, educate and entertain us with an array of eclectic music.

RNZ Producer Angie Skerrett has been looking at times when things haven't quite gone according to plan.

Hinze Hogendoorn is a Professor in Visual Time Perception at the Queensland University of Technology and he joins Emile Donovan..

Pest control expert Heiko Kaise joins Emile Donovan to answer this question.

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Hinze Hogendoorn
Professor in Visual Time Perception
Queensland University of Technology
Episode: Why does time seem to go so fast?
Heiko Kaise
Owner of Alve Peko and Pest Stop, specializing in non-toxic pest control
Alve Peko and Pest Stop
Episode: How do I stop spiders living in my wing mirrors?
Dan Weijers
Senior Lecturer in Philosophy at the University of Waikato
University of Waikato
Episode: Philosophy Now with Dan Weijers
Dr. Tim Welch
Senior Lecturer in Architecture and Planning at the University of Auckland
University of Auckland
Episode: A mega ministry merger to rule them all
Dr. Naomi Walker
Associate Lecturer in English Literature
Open University
Episode: Why Jane Austen still connects with readers
Sam Rich
Percussionist with the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra
New Zealand Symphony Orchestra
Episode: The art of playing the triangle with NZSO percussionist Sam Rich
Jason Gunn
New Zealand TV icon and communication coach
Jason Gunn Communications
Episode: Shower Thoughts: How did the backstage lounge the 'Green Room' get its name?
Kirsty Ross
Professor of Psychology, Head of School of Psychology at Massey University
Massey University
Episode: How to set and keep New Year resolutions
Ekant Veer
Professor of Marketing
University of Canterbury
Episode: The psychology of 'checkout charity’

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Emile Donovan
Host of Nights, Emile Donovan leads discussions on creative ideas, societal issues, and cultural trends.

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 41 ratings
  • Nights with Crump :)

    Ow those dulcet tones

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    5
    flatmategirl
    Australia12 years ago

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The psychology of 'checkout charity’
Q: What advice would you give to maximize charitable giving from customers?
Engage open partnerships with charities, allow the option to say no without guilt, and ensure transparency about how donations are used.
The psychology of 'checkout charity’
Q: Is there a difference between donating because you want to and donating because you feel like you should?
It makes no difference to the charity, but it should matter to the charity to avoid creating negative feelings in donors.
Shower Thoughts: How did the backstage lounge the 'Green Room' get its name?
Q: Are you a New Year's resolutions kind of guy?
Yes, but I often fall short of my intentions.
Shower Thoughts: How did the backstage lounge the 'Green Room' get its name?
Q: Is the green room always green?
No, but traditionally, some were painted green for their calming effect.
Yodelling hits a high
Q: What characteristics make a good yodeler?
A good yodeler has a good tone and is able to break into higher falsetto in tune.

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The content centers around creative exploration, societal issues, and cultural trends, often featuring discussions that encourage thought-provoking conversations. Topics range from local events like community bike raves and library services to design discussions for national symbols and fundraising initiatives, reflecting a vibrant intersection of arts, community engagement, and contemporary issues. Listeners can expect a blend of entertainment and insights designed to stimulate the mind, making it a captivating choice for those interested in societal narratives and cultural critiques.

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Nights launched 19 years ago and published 215 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Hinze Hogendoorn
2. Heiko Kaise
3. Dan Weijers
4. Dr. Tim Welch
5. Dr. Naomi Walker
6. Sam Rich
7. Jason Gunn
8. Kirsty Ross

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