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The Joy Jam Episode 227 - THE JOY OF BEING NUERODIVERGENT

Have you often wondered why you don't seem to fit in and having to pretend to be 'normal'? Are you creative and its easy to become obsessed to hyperfocussed on only that? Do people call you stubborn, distracting, sensitive or other labels? Have you considered it may be due to nuerodivergence. Listen On Demand

Episode 11 - Chronic illness and relationships with Laura Wolf, and Hugh Dingwall

We are back in the studio, and our first episode for 2026 is all about chronic illness and relationships. Special Interest Interview: We catch up with NZ Author Laura Wolf and discuss the challenges of having chronic illness and dating. Read more Laura Wolf here: www.laurawolfbookclub.wordpress.com Lived Experience Interview: We then put Renee’s husband Hugh in the hot seat - talking about how their relationship has changed since she developed chronic illness. Produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand on Air. Listen On Demand

Episode 09: "Roadster", "Travelling Home", "Home is Where the Heart Is/Was", and "Family"

A collection of excerpts from "Versions Tuaono". This week, our final episode featuring: "Roadster" by Lynley Carter narrated (by MacKenzie Rea), "Travelling Home" by Geoff Naumann (narrated by Hugh Dingwall), "Home is Where the Heart Is/Was" by Nicola Harris, and "Family" by Lara Morgan. Produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand on Air. Listen On Demand

Kipling DC

Morgan Hunter‑Bell and Justin Ngai chat with Wellington comic Kipling D.C., who brings his high‑energy, Billy T‑nominated show Big Dog to the Palmerston North Comedy Fest 2026. Kipling talks about the evolution of Big Dog, the metaphysical “big dog” persona at the centre of his comedy, and how the show explores confidence, connection, and learning not to go it alone. He shares insights into work‑in‑progress shows, the realities of developing new material, and how his style has sharpened over the years. Produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand on Air. Listen On Demand

Irish Time 18-02-2026

A half-hour of news from Ireland and good craic with Kevin Reilly, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air. Listen On Demand

Kajun Brooking

Morgan Hunter‑Bell and Justin Ngai talk with crowd favourite Kajun Brooking, who brings his show Kajun Brooking Escapes the Hood to opening night of the Palmerston North Comedy Fest 2026. Kajun shares the inspirational (and hilarious) origin story behind the show, how his upbringing shaped his humour, and why he hopes audiences (especially young people) leave feeling uplifted. They also dive into the quirks of live comedy, the challenge of returning to a show after a year away, and a passionate tangent about kina, Wanganui supermarket protocols, and why Kajun proudly claims the title “the kina of comedy.” Produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand on Air. Listen On Demand

Mo Munn and Q Potts

In this episode, Morgan Hunter‑Bell and Justin Ngai chat with Wellington comedians (and married couple) Mo Munn and Q Pots, who are bringing their show Driving Me Crazy to opening night of the Palmerston North Comedy Fest 2026. They share the chaotic, hilarious story behind Q teaching Mo to drive, the seven‑year saga it became, and how those real‑life tensions turned into stand‑up, sketches, and audience‑relatable moments. They also talk podcast pet peeves, Fringe Festival energy, and the joy (and danger) of an audience that talks back. Produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand on Air. Listen On Demand

Tony Lyall

Morgan Hunter-Bell and Justin Ngai chat with comedian Tony Lyall ahead of his show kicking off the Palmerston North Comedy Fest 2026. Tony shares stories from a decade in comedy, his TV work, his philosophy on crowd interaction, and even expert tips on green-room catering. Produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand on Air. Listen On Demand

Voice of the Four Seas Episode 172

A show of Chinese-language radio show in 3 parts, in both Mandarin and Cantonese, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air. Listen On Demand

Generation Fusion Episode 203 - Boutique Fusion

Hosts Andrew and Amanda Zambazos talk about the closing of a New Zealand Classic, EB games. Listen On Demand
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