ListenerListenerEntertainmentSongs of the week: New songs by Olivia Rodrigo, Dolly Parton, Dave Dobbyn and moreHave a listen to the tracks that caught our ears this week.18 Nov 11:00 PM
ListenerListenerEntertainmentReview: New releases from Mermaidens and Grayson Gilmour impressMermaidens’ songs are sharply defined, while Gilmour explores a rich sonic palette.16 Nov 11:30 PM
ListenerListenerEntertainmentThe War on Drugs keeps growing in size and audience appeal"People respond to bands having fun which is what we do, because we love being in a band."15 Nov 03:00 AM
ListenerListenerEntertainmentPreview: The new Fargo may echo the original film but it’s also a product of the Trump eraSeason 5 of Fargo set in era of alternative facts.14 Nov 11:00 PM
ListenerListenerEntertainmentPreview: Two top British prison dramas return for another lagJodie Whittaker is doing 'Time', while the team is back together in 'Screw'.13 Nov 03:00 AM
ListenerListenerEntertainmentSongs of the week: New tracks from Gin Wigmore, Kaylee Bell and moreHave a listen to the songs that caught our ears this week.11 Nov 11:00 PM
ListenerListenerEntertainmentPreview: The Crown’s final season navigates the minefield of Princess Diana’s last monthsDiana's on the back of a luxury yacht, looking like she has been made to walk the plank.09 Nov 11:00 PM
ListenerListenerEntertainmentTim Minchin returns for “unfunny” NZ festival showsTim Minchin's new show is "unfunny" - but no promises that he won't inadvertently amuse.09 Nov 09:00 PM
ListenerListenerEntertainmentReview: David Fincher’s The Killer is a fascinatingly forensic dissection of a dangerous professionDavid Fincher lowers his sights with stylish assassin flick, The Killer.08 Nov 11:00 PM
ListenerListenerEntertainmentReviews: New releases from Kiwi women, plus Hall of Famer compilationPaige, Ebony Lamb, Olivia Foa’i and Dinah Lee release impressive records.07 Nov 11:30 PM
ListenerListenerEntertainmentReview: Tom Sainsbury excels in his tightly scripted tramping thrillerTom Sainsbury's very Kiwi black horror-comedy subverts expectations.06 Nov 11:00 PM
ListenerListenerEntertainmentPreview: New BBC doco on past catastrophes warns about future“One of the things we tried to do is not to look at this as a straight factual show."06 Nov 03:00 AM
ListenerListenerEntertainmentReview: Campion daughter’s debut initially promising then unravels"You have to wonder if the apple was ripe enough to drop from the tree."05 Nov 11:00 PM
ListenerListenerEntertainmentSongs of the week: New (old) tracks by the Beatles, Taylor Swift and moreHave a listen to the songs that caught our ears this week.04 Nov 11:00 PM
ListenerListenerEntertainmentThe Kraftwerk influence: Kiwi musicians, producers and DJs on their love for the group"They gifted us shining moments which inspired generations of electronica artists."02 Nov 11:00 PM
ListenerListenerEntertainmentHow Kraftwerk went from misunderstood to a German pop culture institutionAs the band first appeared, there were concerns they might be resurrecting Nazi symbolism.01 Nov 11:00 PM
ListenerListenerEntertainmentReview: Authentic Aussie drama about Persian mum’s escape from abuse"Pure of heart, gently acted and devastatingly real."01 Nov 03:00 AM
ListenerListenerEntertainmentKraftwerk returns: Comic Bill Bailey on the electro pioneersSuperfans celebrate the return of the influential, confounding electronic group Kraftwerk.31 Oct 11:00 PM
ListenerListenerEntertainmentReview: Annette Bening shines as endurance swimmer in NyadFormidable talents take on the fictionalised biopic of the real-life athlete.30 Oct 11:00 PM
ListenerListenerEntertainmentReview: Killers of the Flower Moon failing to do justiceMartin Scorsese’s 1920s true-crime race murder saga mistakes length for depth.29 Oct 11:00 PM
ListenerListenerEntertainmentSongs of the week: New Tracks from Thomston, Mermaidens, Kora and moreHave a listen to the songs that caught our ears this week.28 Oct 11:00 PM
ListenerListenerEntertainmentReview: boygenius follow-up EP brings story-telling to the foreBoygenius restrain the production to let the lyrics carry the day.27 Oct 04:00 PM
ListenerListenerEntertainmentThe Listener’s October viewing guideHere's our updated TV & streaming picks for your weekend.27 Oct 03:00 AM
ListenerListenerEntertainmentTV Preview: Robyn Malcolm’s latest TV drama focuses strongly on the lead"So, you meet Penny, and you go, “Okay, well, she’s fun.” She’s also really annoying."26 Oct 11:00 PM
ListenerListenerEntertainmentReview: Rolling Stones’ flash new album offers satisfactionIf 'Hackney Diamonds' is their last album of new songs, then it’s a vital final bow.25 Oct 11:00 PM
ListenerListenerEntertainmentThe Flying Scotsman looks back on his halcyon racing daysSir Jackie Stewart talks about the learning difficulties that shaped his ambition.24 Oct 11:00 PM
ListenerListenerEntertainmentSongs of the week: New tracks by The Beths, Pickle Darling and Ebony LambHave a listen to the songs that caught our ears this week.21 Oct 11:00 PM
ListenerListenerEntertainmentPreview: Viewers can expect to hear less of Tom Webster in next season of Grand Designs"think putting money into good architecture is something akin to the arts, isn’t it?"20 Oct 03:00 AM
ListenerListenerEntertainmentTV preview: Is this the new Country Calendar?New series Shepherdess puts focus on rural women.18 Oct 11:00 PM
ListenerListenerEntertainmentPreview: Life on Our Planet sets a new standard in CGIA smattering of Spielberg magic makes this series a cut above the rest.18 Oct 11:00 PM
ListenerListenerEntertainmentReview: Dimmer and the Chills deliver fresh spins on their debut albumsThe Kiwi acts have released new takes on the classic rock blueprint.17 Oct 11:00 PM
ListenerListenerEntertainmentReview: Hüller impresses in five-star movieFor those who love a good courtroom drama, Anatomy of a Fall is even more fascinating17 Oct 10:30 PM
ListenerListenerEntertainmentHow witnessing the evacuation of Kabul inspired a diplomat turned songwriterPerforming for troops and local people has given Fred Smith a point of difference.16 Oct 11:00 PM
ListenerListenerEntertainmentSongs of the week: Aaradhna, Benee, and Beastwars’ Marlon Williams’ metal makeoverHave a listen to the songs that caught our ears this week.14 Oct 11:00 PM