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10-07-2026 - Stormhammer, Zan-Cody

Terry interviews Horst and Manuel from Stormhammer ahead of the release of their album “Wrath of the Hammer,” and Zinni Zane from Zane Cody ahead of the release of “Beautiful and Damned.” Stormhammer discuss the making of their hardest power metal album yet, the blend of classic and modern elements, handcrafted artwork, recording with live drums and amplifiers, AI in music, and advice for young musicians, with tracks including “Wrath of the Hammer,” “Light in the Dark,” “Under the Spell,” “Scars of the Abyss,” and “Holy War.” Zinni Zane reflects on reconnecting with Harry Cody, the Shotgun Messiah legacy, writing and recording across Sweden and the United States, videos, Sweden Rock Festival, touring plans, vocal style, and staying true to your music, with songs including “Sever,” “Don’t Care About Nothing,” “Damn,” “Heartbreak City,” and “Shout It Out.” Produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of NZ On Air. Listen On Demand

Episode 96

An hour of important information for Pasifika people in their own languages, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air. Listen On Demand

Episode 291

Nathan fills in for Aaron and joins Brian for a busy roundup of local and national sport, including Manawatū rugby semifinals and upcoming finals, Manawatū hockey results, netball scores across multiple grades, Central Football results and draws, and the latest NRL and NRLW action. The episode also features Kiwi music from The Black Seeds with “So True,” RÜFÜS with “Like an Animal,” and Broods with “Too Proud.” Produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of NZ On Air. Listen On Demand

10-07-2026 - Welcomer, Watercolour, After Expiry, The Wooden Box Band, and Rā Charmian

A quasi-weekly podcast comprised of all Hugh's featured tracks for the past week. This week: Welcomer "Impossible", Watercolour "Loose Ends" , After Expiry "Hit", The Wooden Box Band "Broken River", Rā Charmian "Matariki e ara" Listen On Demand

Roberta Flack: All The Hits and What a Voice!

Eddie and Glenn celebrate the golden voice of Roberta Flack, exploring the singer and pianist’s emotive ballads, timeless phrasing, and defining place in 1970s popular music. This episode features classics including “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face,” “Killing Me Softly,” and “Feel Like Making Love,” alongside collaborations with Donny Hathaway and selections from albums such as “First Take,” “Killing Me Softly,” and “Roberta Flack featuring Donny Hathaway.” Produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of NZ On Air. Listen On Demand

Episode 23 - Sinbad

Xan Angel FK shares a lively mix of music, performance stories, and personal updates, reflecting on Angel 1111’s win at the Kiwi Cover Song Competition heat in Whanganui, open mic performances at the Whanganui Musicians Club, and the evolving live sound of the project. The episode features tracks including Dane’s “PQC,” Angel 1111’s cover of “Pretty Girl,” Hunters and Collectors’ “Run Run Run,” Angel 1111’s “Angel Wildflower,” the House Cats remix of The Cure’s “Love Cats,” Signal Path’s “Mora Meta,” and Latex Bride’s “Pussycat,” alongside a heartfelt update on Sinbad the cat’s health scare and recovery. Produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of NZ On Air. Listen On Demand

Episode 696 - Guy Lombardo

Ray presents a selection from Guy Lombardo and his Orchestra, featuring tunes like "Sweethearts on Parade", "Seems Like Old Times", and "Wolverine Blues" as well as a history of Guy and his band's career. Produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air. Listen On Demand

Episode 53 - Chapter 27 ends; Chapter 28: Releasing Nanda Maharaja from the clutches of Varuna Pages 211-216

A radio show/podcast produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand on Air. Listen On Demand

Episode 21 - Liz Malone (MECFS and relationships), decouple disability payments

Special Interest: Today we focus on chronic illness and relationships. I talk about Ricky Andrews petition to decouple disability payments. https://decouple.nz/ Lived Experience Interview: We meet Liz Malone who has lived experience of ME/CFS. She shares her journey of becoming chronically ill as a young woman, dating, and getting married whilst managing her illness. Produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand on Air. Listen On Demand

Episode 118 - Songs about men

A programme of Italian music and culture produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand on Air. Listen On Demand
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