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Saturday Morning

RNZ
New Zealand
Music Therapy
Afghan Judiciary
Children's Well-Being
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Mental Health
Screen Time
Maternal Stress
Financial Literacy
Investing
AI Technology
Gender Apartheid
A'oga Fa'a Samoa
Rugby
Supporting Children In Family Court Act
Parental Conflict
Crisis Negotiation
Business Confidence
Oil Prices
Economy

Presented by Susie Ferguson and Mihingarangi Forbes. In-depth feature interviews, current affairs and news across a broad range of topics on RNZ National and online.

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Latest Episodes

A new City Gallery exhibition explores the way humans and animals see each other.

From limp carrots to stale bread, food waste can be hard to avoid. But chef Del Holland has some creative ways to get more bang for your buck in the kitchen.

Megan Dalla-Camina held executive roles with IBM, PwC and GE before founding Women Rising, a global enterprise aimed at supporting women in leadership roles.

Liam Dann does an economic deep dive into the property slump and looks at whether New Zealanders are really being ripped off in supermarkets.

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Recent Guests

Del Holland
Chef with over 20 years of experience and creator of The Food Waste Banquet
Episode: A Food Waste Banquet with Del Holland
Liam Dann
Business editor at large for the New Zealand Herald
New Zealand Herald
Episode: Liam Dann: supermarkets & housing meltdowns
Dr. Melody Ding
Professor of Public Health at the University of Sydney
University of Sydney
Episode: Counting your steps - why less is still good
Jung Chang
Author of "Fly, Wild Swans" and chronicler of her family's history in China
Episode: Jung Chang: The sequel to Wild Swans
Dr. Shieak Tzeng
Co-founder of Wellumio
Wellumio
Episode: Portable stroke device: saving time will save lives
Shekaila Alapaki
Young Māori journalist covering the coronation
Independent
Episode: Final day of the Koroneihana
Rosheen Kaul
Leading Australian chef, food columnist, and author of the book 'Secret Sauce'
Author of 'Secret Sauce'
Episode: Chef Rosheen Kaul's Secret Sauce
Peter Lawrenson
Photographer, tramper, and author of Aotearoa Light
Episode: Aotearoa Light: A lifetime exploring our backyard
Haukapuanui Vercoe
PhD researcher recognized with the 2025 New Zealand Esri Young Scholar Award
Episode: Partnering indigenous knowledge with technology

Hosts

Susie Ferguson
Host known for her insightful presentations and engagement with diverse topics, often featuring in-depth interviews.
Mihingarangi Forbes
Co-host with expertise in current affairs and societal issues, known for her engaging discussions and interviews.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 857 ratings
  • A touchstone in NZ radio broadcasting

    Absolutely brilliant journalism. Just need to re-sort your episodes so the latest are at the top.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Oldskoolfragger
    New Zealand2 months ago
  • Long time fan but.. the sound quality could be improved

    The interviews are great and the topics are diverse. But something about the sound quality is subtly grating, sometimes I can’t endure it. It probably isn’t noticeable on radio, and maybe age plays a role too. It sounds like lossy compression has been used and the compression is too aggressive. I love this show and I recommend it, but I can’t give five stars at this time because of the sound quality.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Queen Gracie of None
    United States2 years ago
  • Farewell Kim

    Personal, well-researched and incisive.

    Your interviews have been the best thing on RNZ. Love your work - Thanks

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sidhitch
    New Zealand2 years ago
  • How do we get to listen to Kim Hill’s best interviews over the last 25 years?

    How can I listen to Kim Hill’s best interviews from Saturday morning over the last 25 years?

    Thank you Kim for the last 25 years…your intellect, humour and interviewing Brilliance will be sadly missed!

    New Zealand has been fortunate to have had you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lady Putney
    New Zealand2 years ago
  • Fills the kiwi cup

    As a kiwi living in the USA this podcast fills my cup and gives that dose of kiwi news and interviews. Kim is iconic.

    My only ask is release the full Saturday morning program in a one episode. (Would be nice to just put on the full episode and catch up instead of selecting each story) cheers

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Uhtred of Auckland
    United States2 years ago

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The discussions are often described as thought-provoking and essential listening for those interested in current affairs and cultural issues.
Listeners appreciate the depth of interviews and the variety of topics covered, noting the insightful journalism and well-researched content.
Many express a desire for improved sound quality, highlighting it as a minor drawback in an otherwise engaging podcast.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Kiwi on flotilla mission to Gaza
Q: What do you make of the response that the government has had to the situation that is unfolding, continuing to unfold in Gaza?
He describes the New Zealand government's response as shameful and disappointing, stating they are following the US and UK instead of standing against injustices.
Kiwi on flotilla mission to Gaza
Q: What is your motivation to do this and to do this now?
Youssef expresses that it's not just about ethnicity but a moral duty to intervene when seeing people treated wrongly. He believes protesting and calling MPs is insufficient compared to physically participating in actions that could make a difference.
Joyspan: The Art and Science of Thriving in Life's Second Half
Q: How important is laughter?
Laughter is hugely important for health, physical and mental well-being.
Getting to know our penguins
Q: And who's funding the researches? Is there a lot of support for this research?
Initially faced problems with academic funding, the project eventually used crowdfunding and international support from organizations like the Antarctic Research Trust.
Getting to know our penguins
Q: And how tough are the conditions out there?
They are fairly windswept islands, with difficult landings due to steep cliffs.

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Featuring in-depth interviews and discussions on a variety of contemporary topics, this podcast offers listeners insights into societal and cultural issues that are both timely and relevant. The conversations typically feature experts and influential figures across diverse fields, touching upon themes that range from public health and economic challenges to environmental concerns and social justice. This approach not only informs but often invites listeners to reflect critically on their own perspectives and experiences within these contexts. A notable characteristic of the podcast is its commitment to exploring subjects that challenge the status quo, aiming to provoke thought and foster deeper understanding among its audience.

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Saturday Morning launched 19 years ago and published 177 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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Recent guests on Saturday Morning include:

1. Del Holland
2. Liam Dann
3. Dr. Melody Ding
4. Jung Chang
5. Dr. Shieak Tzeng
6. Shekaila Alapaki
7. Rosheen Kaul
8. Peter Lawrenson

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