Afternoons

Wallace Chapman and Jesse Mulligan star in the shortest show on radio, where they show they really can make something out of nothing, join them to be part of their delight, or to simply despair. Wallace will also preview what's on The Panel tonight.

Welcome to the Politics Group Chat. In Auckland it's commentator and comedian Tim Batt, in Wellington political scientist Natalia Albert, and from Fielding screenwriter and Free Speech Union spokesperson Dane Giraud. This is our chance to discuss some of the issues that have hit the headlines over the past week in a robust and respectful manner.
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Let's talk about money matters with personal finance whizz Mary Holm .. today she's focusing on clever mortgage payments.
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The All Blacks are currently on their first tour of South Africa in 30 years. So far they've played three provincial matches, winning them all comfortably. But on Saturday the real challenge starts when they take to the field for the first of a 4 match test series against the Springboks. Branded as rugby's greatest rivalry the two teams competitive history stretches back well over 100 years. Rugby commentator Tony Johnson joins us now to run through some of his favourite moments.
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Okay it's time to talk relationships now .. every second Thursday Jesse is joined by Professor Kirsty Ross from Massey University's School of Psychology Let us know if there are any topics you would like Kirsty and me to cover at afternoons@rnz.co.nz. This week the pair will discuss "going no contact" with family and how to take away anxiety from doctor and dentist visits.
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