Media
How fraudsters use 'fake news' in cryptocurrency scams
Scammers are able to get past automated checks on the social media giant to try to defraud users.
Comedian Melanie Bracewell
Billy T Award winner, Melanie Bracewell, has graced screens across Australasia with her quick witted charm. Audio
Three's Ryan Bridge joining Newstalk ZB?
He is first in line to be the new host of Newstalk ZB's Early Edition morning show, according to a report.
What it takes to make a great movie poster
Henry Erdman designed posters for some of the biggest blockbuster films of the past decade, including Star Wars: The Last Jedi (2017), Tenet (2020), and The Boy and the Heron (2023). But making his… Audio
Midweek Mediawatch - Another broadcasting minister down
In this week's edition of Midweek Mediawatch, Hayden Donnell talks to Emile Donovan about the departure of broadcasting minister Melissa Lee - and the arrival of the next one Paul Goldsmith. Also: a… Audio
Aces in their places: Luxon plays coy over ministers' competence
Analysis - The PM framing the demotion of two ministers as the portfolios getting "too complex" is a charitable way of saying they weren't up to the job.
Media minister rolled as industry awaits plan
Melissa Lee has been replaced as Minister of Media and Communications after just seven months in the role in which she promised new policy to address the media’s acute problems. Paul Goldsmith now…
Screen addiction in young people and how to tackle it
Melanie Hempe confronted the issue of screen addiction with her own sons. She started Screen Strong to help parents give their kids smartphone free childhoods. She speaks to Jesse. Audio
Podcast Critic: Ximena Smith
Today Ximena talks to Jesse about Sherlock and Co a weekly drama series that brings Arthur Conan Doyle's classic tales to life in a modern London setting. She also gives her take on the podcast Helen… Audio
'Lynn of Tawa' Ginette McDonald celebrated with new collection
NZ On Screen has released The Ginette McDonald Collection, celebrating the actor and producer's trailblazing career with videos of her comedy, television work, and historic interviews. Audio
Television Critic: Linda Burgess
Today Linda talks to Jesse about The Lost Boys of Dilworth and gives her views on Mr Bates and the Post Office. Audio
The tough questions behind the media's declining trust
As another report shows another decline in New Zealanders' trust in the news, two editors sat down with Mediawatch to discuss the findings and what could be done to turn things around.
Stuff / Newshub deal: a lifeline or the last chance?
Both parties say it's the way of the digital future, but it will provide a cut-price version of what viewers have had in the past. Mediawatch asks a former Newshub chief how it might work.
Stuff / Newshub deal: a lifeline or the last chance?
This week’s deal to outsource Newshub’s 6pm TV news to Stuff is a bold move for an company that’s never been a broadcaster. Both parties say it’s the way of the digital future, but it will provide a…
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Mediawatch for 21 April 2024
Stuff is taking over Newshub's 6pm TV news. A bold move for an outfit that's never been a broadcaster before. Will it work? Also: Mediawatch talks to two editors about the latest survey showing… Audio
Fear and anger dominate our world. Are we being manipulated for profit?
Dictators, populists and online trolls can be blamed for the turmoil our world is in - but that's not the whole story, experts say.
Grace Millane: New film The Lie explores shocking case
The 2018 murder of 21-year old British backpacker Grace Millane gripped the country. A powerful new film The Lie explores how the shocking case highlights disturbing attitudes about violence towards… Audio
Push for govt screen rebate to fund Shortland Street
The makers of New Zealand's long-running TV drama want the government to extend its cash-back scheme for local productions. Audio
Short-Cuts with Dan Slevin
Nights' resident film critic Dan Slevin joins Emile Donovan to review some top picks for weekend viewing, including Origin (2023) in cinemas now, Constellation (2024) streaming on AppleTV+, and… Audio
Mike McRoberts to end career as news presenter
McRoberts has spent the last 23 years of his career with Newshub, and says its the right time to pursue new opportunities.