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Russell Baillie: A Bridge to somewhere - what’s with Three’s 2024 line-up?

It would appear Three, for all its financial woes, might be taking a turn for the classy.

The Bigger Picture: “It was Christmas Eve, babe...”

The late Shane MacGowan wrote plenty of songs better than Fairytale of New York.

Songs of the week: New tracks by Iggy Pop & Cat Power, Amanda Palmer & Julia Deans, Home Brew

Have a listen to the tracks that caught our ears this week.

Grand Designs guru Kevin McCloud meets his NZ counterpart, Tom Webster

The two hosts chat about Kevin McCloud's forthcoming live shows.

Jandal all the way: Putting the Kiwi into Christmas music

Pōhutukawa pop? It's a mark of cultural maturity that Kiwi carols honour jandals and bbqs.

Reviews: Sampha is restrained and Dave Wilson is challenging in new albums

Graham Reid reviews Lahai by Sampha and Ephemeral by Dave Wilson.

Review: The Old Oak a box-ticking exercise for revered director Ken Loach

Refugee crisis is a timely topic but The Old Oak feels trite.

Thomas Brodie-Sangster talks taking on a classic Dickens character

Former child star plays delinquent-turned-surgeon in Australian spin on Dickens' classic.

Songs of the week: New tracks by Ed Sheeran, boygenius, Björk and Rosalía and more

Have a listen to the tracks that caught our ears this week.

Taika Waititi: “I just want to spend my money and enjoy it”.

As his new comedy arrives, Taika Waititi talks ego, money and having nothing left to prove

The Listener’s November Viewing Guide

Our streaming picks for the weekend - and beyond.

Review: Biopic on campaigning French politician a fascinating watch

Simone Veil’s incredible life and legacy make for a fascinating biopic.

Little at Large: The “shocking truth” about celebrity docos

It’s easy to be deceived by documentaries apparently highlighting the faults in our stars.

Review: Life lessons from a country king and an Irish rocker

Chris Stapleton and Glen Hansard share some hard-earned wisdom in their latest albums.

Heady Blend: Tom Scott’s love of hip-hop remains in new Home Brew album

It’s Friday night at the Powerstation and the urge to party is so strong you can taste it.

Review: The Marvels is a bog-standard tale

Endearing girl talk is cut short in favour of CGI fight scenes.