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Siwa Umak - 19-03-2026
Podcast produced and first broadcast at Free FM 89.0 - a platform for direct involvement in the media. Hamilton Kirikiriroa, NZ
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Mo’ui lelei – Tali tali lelei – 19-03-2026
Mo’ui lelei – Tali tali lelei the 100% Tongan language programme bringing you local, national and international news that matters to the Tongan community.
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A Sonic Youth ep 230 - ⚾ Alt Rock Songs About Sport 🏏
Oliver looks at some of his favourite songs about sport. Including two great tracks about 🏏cricket, one detailing the career of the greatest to ever play, and another a Flying Nun influenced rocker about an iconic NZ test win. Also, Drive-By Truckers telling a Southern story about 🏎️ motor racing and the supergroup ⚾ The Baseball Project. Follow @asonicyouthpodcast on Insta and Facebook. This show is part of the Free FM 89.0 YOUTH ZONE. Made with support of NZ on Air.
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The Voice Within - 19-03-2026
The Voice Within explores new age beliefs with regular guests.
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Fighting Stigma - 19-03-2026
Mental Health Foundation - A Guide to Looking After Your Wellbeing Online
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ep10 - Bringing Circus to the Community
From somersaults to spreadsheets, this is what making circus work really looks like. In this episode of How to Make It Work, I talk with Evelyn Coulson, co-founder and manager of Black Sheep Circus Entertainment. From touring shows and festival performances to funding applications and free community circus spaces, Evelyn shares how she balances (quite literally) creativity, and logistics. We also talk about why bringing play, and movement into everyday community spaces like Raglan is at the heart of what she does. Sharing real stories of people who’ve found creative, remote, or unconventional ways to build a working life in Raglan. From online businesses to freelance careers, we dive into how people make it work for their lifestyle, income, and community.
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The Paleface Parabola - 18-03-2026
To celebrate yesterday’s St Pat’s pride o the Irish, the Mystery Man cracked a rib and I had a laundry list of subpar as an impediment to a Parabola of bounce and luster. Perseverance is said to be a virtue. So we stood firm in our sworn duty to bring cheer to every ear and joy to every girl and boy. For your entertainment dollar, here’s some teasers. Andy Irvine and Paul Brady from the Mystery Man’s wall of joy, Wilson Pickett (the wicked one), The Pogues (inescapable), The Skatalites (kings of Jamaican music) and the What Ir Do Archive Group with an exotic effort. It adds up to more fun than the law should allow. Take my word for it. Or don’t.
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Vedic Wisdom Part 1 - Material Detachment Means Spiritual Advancement
Material Detachment Means Spiritual Advancement This program helps the Bhakti Yoga student to understand how he can gauge his own advancement in spiritual life by using the correct perspective given by the Spiritual master.
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Vedic Wisdom Part 2 - Desire is the Problem
Desire is the Problem This show gives a clear understanding of how our desires impact our direction and advancement in spiritual life. How we control our desires has a serious impact upon our advancement both in this life and the next.
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From the Fringes - 18-03-2026
Presenting a range of issues and opinions from the fringes... political, social, ethical and personal, from the unique perspective of the show's host, Jack Gielen.
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Musafir Hoon Yaaro - 18-03-2026
Musafir Hoon Yaaro (I am a Traveller) is a lifestyle show in Hindi, hosted by Arsh (Jimmy) Singh.
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The Bridge Zone - 18-03-2026
Last chance to enter the competition celebrating our birthday Name five guests who have been on the show, excluding Judge Julie and the Bailiff VIP tickets to Counting Crows concert in Auckland March 24. Email bridgzoneshuffle@gmail.com Judge Julie rules on a Pass out of turn when partner is actually the Dealer She gives some pointers on borderline comparable calls What bids can be made to give more precise meaning and less than an opening hand It a difficult decision to make Mr Jinn gets a session prize at the Hamilton Intermediate and Mt Albert Intermediate is his next destination Feedback on the monthly lists from Jack James and YOUTH players are hitting the summit in all bar one list Don’t forget to register on MYNZB to get direct emails for The Bridge Zone link and any other areas of interest to you – that’s the tip of the week Barry and Mereana talk about Lessons in Hamilton with 70 odd attendees And we take the lessons on the road to Paeroa in April See you at the tables
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Musical Journeys – Arabic Women - 17-03-2026
Musical Journeys is a way to share and pay respect to various cultural and musical movements from across the globe, and is shared with us from our friends at Raglan Community Radio.
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Back Porch Bluegrass - 17-03-2026
I’ve just returned from visiting old friends in Australia, and some of the music in this show includes recordings we made together back in the 1970’s, with Anne Kirkpatrick, and Country Sound. There’s also some ‘Irish’ items included, being as it’s St Patrick’s Day, including Hot Rize, Marian Burns, and Dublin band Whistle. And playing some classic bluegrass, the Earls Of Leicester, Larry Sparks, and the Trenwiths. A rather eclectic mix!
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B Orig - 17-03-2026
Bisaya Original Music for New Zealand and beyond. Introducing the music, both traditional and pop, of Bisaya artists as well as the Bisaya culture and language; and providing a link to Bisaya people in New Zealand to other parts of the globe.
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Waikato Chinese Voices - 17-03-2026
Waikato Chinese Voices is your source of culture and information for the region's Chinese speaking community. News and current affairs, discussions, immigration policy, life hacks and music, plus local Chinese community events.
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Ep 38 - On a mission to inspire young minds with science - with Shalini Guleria
There are so many different reasons why we choose to move countries and become an expat and so many interesting stories of amazing people.
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That's The Ticket - 17-03-2026
The "beyond section" of That's the Ticket is back as Hannah Mooney welcomes comedians Jaqi Taimana and Kat McGuiness to the show ahead of their "Champing at the Bit" comedy show in the Cambridge Autumn Festival.
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The Weekly Hotwire – 17-03-26
A weekly into New Zealand’s primary industries, exploring farm systems, markets, people and policy through storytelling, science and experience.
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Songs About Presidents
Phil Grey presents a deep dive into the songs that defined (or defied, even defiled) the men in the White House. Ranking the leaders of the free world by the only metric that matters: how catchy their tribute songs are, because nothing says "democracy" like a folk song about a guy who’s been dead for 200 years.
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A Sonic Youth
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A love for indie rock as expressed by Kiwi taste-maker Oliver Grey.
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Alo Aotearoa
Ethnic Voices
Spanish (Ecuador)
El programa explora temas de interés relacionados con la comunidad latina a nivel global, incluyendo Nueva Zelanda. Facilita discusiones informadas sobre asuntos actuales y relevantes. Además, ofrece contenido enfocado en Nueva Zelanda, diseñado específicamente para el público latino interesado en la región.
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Anpudan Waikato
Ethnic Voices
Tamil (Sri Lanka)
From Arasan FM, Anpudan Waikato is a Tamil show featuring news, music, interviews, and current affairs. It connects the Tamil community in NZ with their culture and global happenings. Engage by sending requests and feedback to vanakkam@arasan.co.nz. Making it a platform for interaction and cultural exchange.
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Arabic Guide to the Treaty Principles Bill
News, Issues and Current Affairs
Arabic
A series explaining the Treaty Principles Bill in Arabic. Explaining the Treaty's history, what the Bill is about, and how to make a submission (deadline Jan 7, 2025).
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Arritmia
Religion and Spirituality
Spanish
Un programa de radio cristiano, presentado por Angie Rodriguez.
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B Orig
Ethnic Voices
English
Bisaya Original Music for New Zealand and beyond. Introducing the music, both traditional and pop, of Bisaya artists as well as the Bisaya culture and language; and providing a link to Bisaya people in New Zealand to other parts of the globe.
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Back Chat
News, Issues and Current Affairs
English
A live, issue-driven news and current affairs discussion programme, debating or examining a different newsworthy issue/topic each week. For listeners who want to be challenged and provoked, and don’t want to be slaves to the news cycle.
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Back Porch Bluegrass
Music
English
Paul Trenwith is an enthusiastic advocate for, player and promoter of bluegrass music. Back Porch Bluegrass features a wide range of the genre's best performers.
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Barangay New Zealand
Ethnic Voices
Filipino
Barangay New Zealand is your Filipino home, away from home – your connection to the homeland. Tune in for an hour of Pinoy music and information.
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Bengal Beats
Arts and Culture
Bengali, Bangla
Designed to celebrate and promote the rich cultural heritage of Bengal for the Bengali-speaking community living in New Zealand, this show serves as a bridge between the vibrant traditions of Bengal and the diverse, multicultural landscape of New Zealand.
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YĪN YĪN - Yatta! [2026]
Dutch neo-psych group YIN YIN crosses from West coast psychedelia to South-East Asian aesthetics, embracing lashings of disco, funk and electronic experimentation along the way. On their latest release the band is extending their unique mix of disco, funk, and psych.
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Featured Programmes
A Sonic Youth
A love for indie rock as expressed by Kiwi taste-maker Oliver Grey.
Alo Aotearoa
El programa explora temas de interés relacionados con la comunidad latina a nivel global, incluyendo Nueva Zelanda. Facilita discusiones informadas sobre asuntos actuales y relevantes. Además, ofrece contenido enfocado en Nueva Zelanda, diseñado específicamente para el público latino interesado en la región.
Back Porch Bluegrass
Paul Trenwith is an enthusiastic advocate for, player and promoter of bluegrass music. Back Porch Bluegrass features a wide range of the genre's best performers.
Bengal Beats
Designed to celebrate and promote the rich cultural heritage of Bengal for the Bengali-speaking community living in New Zealand, this show serves as a bridge between the vibrant traditions of Bengal and the diverse, multicultural landscape of New Zealand.
Connect With Community Waikato
An overview of the community groups and social services in the Waikato region.
Creative Genius: The Brian Wilson and Beach Boys Tribute Special
Brian Douglas Wilson (June 20, 1942 – June 11, 2025) was an American musician, singer, songwriter, and record producer who co-founded the Beach Boys. Often called a genius for his novel approaches to pop composition and mastery of recording techniques, he is widely acknowledged as one of the most innovative and significant songwriters of the 20th century. This tribute show, by Free FM's Phil Grey, explores the Beach Boys' lesser-known gems and Wilson's solo material
Crisis In Sudan — A Free FM Special Report
Sudanese democratic aspirations have been dashed three times since gaining independence from Britain in 1956. The latest move toward democratic rule was upended on April 15 this year when two of the Generals on the transitional ruling council went to war with each other. How did this affect New Zealand? Sudanese Kiwis explain.
Deep_INsessioNZ
Deep_INsessioNZ goes deep into electronic music culture from jungle to dub, from garage to tech house and everything in between.
Equal Agenda
Exploring the complexities of gender equality and the everyday discrimination women face, the Equal Agenda podcast offers insightful, thought-provoking conversations that inspire change, foster connection, and remind you that you’re not alone. Brought to you by YWCA Waikato, a community organisation that empowers young women across the Waikato to thrive. Each season features different hosts and perspectives, with expert discussions and conversational, bite-sized feminism on topical issues.
Fighting Stigma
Sit down with Vanessa and Raissa every week to unpack some of the day to day challenges of living with mental illness and explore strategies for facing them with grace, humour and knowledge.
Flat Out Pride
Weekly LGBTQIA+ media from Hamilton NZ, made with support of NZ on Air and PROUDly part of CAMA Community Access Media Alliance - Fighting for your right to be on the radio and in the media since 1981
Free FM's De-Tour Du Jour
You know their voices. You know their shows. But you don’t know their record collections... yet. Ditch the routine. Take the Free FM De Tour Du Jour!
Hanna Worldwide and Friends
There are so many different reasons why we choose to move countries and become an expat and so many interesting stories of amazing people. Having relatable struggles, amazing adventures and new beginnings!
Helping Heroes
Helping Heroes shines a light on amazing local organisations and the selfless staff who power them. Each episode dives deep into a different agency, exploring their work and celebrating the heroes making a real difference in our community. Be inspired by all the stories of positive change we find. If you'd like to get in touch with the Helping Heroes team, find us via Insta @helpingheroesnz or visit https://www.helpingheroes.org.nz/
Kia Ora Brazil
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Back Porch Bluegrass
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Forty Six & 2
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Conexao Sulamerica
3:00 AM - 4:00 AM
Sathsara Rāwa
4:00 AM - 4:30 AM
Sai News
Free FM
Religion and Spirituality
4:30 AM - 5:00 AM
Voices of Peace and Aroha
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Fighting Stigma
Free FM
Disability and Health
6:00 AM - 7:00 AM
That's The Ticket
Hannah Mooney
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7:00 AM - 7:30 AM
The Documentary - BBC
7:30 AM - 9:30 AM
The Free Breakfast
Free FM
Various
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
The Interview - BBC
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Out West Radio
Free FM
Community
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
The Climate Question - BBC
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Scotty's Place
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Cult Chat
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Equal Agenda
YWCA Waikato
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3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
A Sonic Youth
Oliver Grey
Music
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Wrestling Roundup
Free FM
Sport
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Oopsie NZ
6:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Kia Ora Brazil
Maya Hasegawa
Ethnic Voices
7:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Conversa De Futebol
Maikel and Suzana
Sport
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
MPB Revista
Antonio Aparecido de Souza
Ethnic Voices
9:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Fa'atauaina O Aiga
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