The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin

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News, opinion, analysis, lifestyle and entertainment – we’ve got your Sunday morning listening covered with The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin on Newstalk ZB.

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4923 - Karen Hao: journalist and author on her new book exploring the impact of AI

News, opinion, analysis, lifestyle and entertainment – we’ve got your Sunday morning listening covered with The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin on Newstalk ZB.

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So., 03 Mai 2026

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin

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Karen Hao: journalist and author on her new book exploring the impact of AI

Luuka Jones-Yaxley: Kiwi Olympian on doubling for Charlize Theron in Netflix's Apex

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Megan Singleton: BloggerAtLarge.com writer on her most recent trip to New York

The Sunday Panel: What could ACT's immigration policy do for NZ's economy?

Erin O'Hara: naturopath and wellness expert explains how additives are affecting your gut microbiome

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Francesca Rudkin: We need more civility in this election season

Dr Michelle Dickinson: nanotechnologist on the new research on what makes the safest seat on the plane

Mike van de Elzen: Fired duck livers with port and cream

Steve Newall: entertainment correspondent on the big winners from the 2026 Taite Music Awards

Jade Varney: B416 advisor voices concerns with the impact of social media on mental health

Peter Dunne: former Minister and commentator on Winston Peters releasing Luxon's emails on Iran war

Nick Becker: Auckland FC CEO on the team's victory over Melbourne City

David Seymour: ACT Party leader on ACT releasing their immigration policy ahead of the election

James Reyne: lead singer of Australian Crawl on his The Fall of Crawl tour

Jazz Thornton: influencer and mental health advocate on her brand-new documentary series

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Megan Singleton: BloggerAtLarge.com writer on her experience in Nashville

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The Sunday Panel: Was Luxon right to back away from TVNZ?

Erin O'Hara: naturopath and wellness expert on the health benefits of mushrooms

Mike van de Elzen: Mike's ANZAC biscuits

Dr Michelle Dickinson: nanotechnologist on the pros and cons of designer dogs

Steve Newall: entertainment correspondent on the upcoming 2026 Taite awards

Claire Sherwood: Sunday Session investigative reporter on the deep-fried pie sandwich available at Te Kaha Stadium

Nathan Surendran: Wise Response Society chair on New Zealand's response to the ongoing fuel crisis

Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on Luxon's decision to back out of weekly TVNZ Breakfast interview

Dr Clive Price: GP on launching his own bowel cancer screening company to address ongoing shortfalls

Francesca Rudkin: Is Luxon cracking under the pressure?

Tusekah: Kiwi musician reveals how she got to open for Olivia Dean

Tearepa Kahi and Alex Tarrant: director and lead actor on bringing the story of Sgt. Haane to life

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Megan Singleton: BloggerAtLarge.com writer on her recent experience in New Orleans

The Sunday Panel: Do we see Luxon getting rolled?

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Erin O'Hara: naturopath and wellness expert reveals what's behind the 'dad bod' and how to prevent it

Mike van de Elzen: Oma's apple and rhubarb tart

Dr Michelle Dickinson: nanotechnologist on how to make French fries healthier

Lorna Riley: entertainment correspondent on the 2026 inductees to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

Ethan Griffiths: Newstalk ZB political reporter on whether Luxon will lose his role as National leader

Jules Moore: gold medalist at the Shenzhen Flower Show talks recent victory

Shamubeel Eaqub: Simplicity chief economist on the increase in KiwiSaver hardship withdrawals

Geoffrey Miller: geopolitical analyst on whether Iran closing the Strait of Hormuz will impact a peace deal

Francesca Rudkin: You'd be a mug to not use AI by now

Greg Johnson: Kiwi singer-songwriter celebrates turning 60 with new tour

David Lomas: famed TV investigator on his latest television project

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Megan Singleton: BloggerAtLarge.com writer on her experience in Washington DC

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