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Politics in the age of social media

October 13, 2026 · 37 min

How is social media changing the way we connect with politicians? From carefully crafted broadcasts to more personal, everyday content, Dr Sarah Bickerton takes a closer look at how politicians are using social media to connect with…
Celebrating the art of Terry Stringer

September 22, 2026 · 38 min

Associate Professor Linda Tyler takes us into the world of acclaimed sculptor and alumnus Terry Stringer, from his early days at Elam to his distinctive approach to sculpture. In discussion with our media adviser Julianne Evans, Linda…
Being a good ancestor

August 25, 2026 · 32 min

What does it mean to be a good ancestor? Associate Professor Dan Hikuroa talks to media adviser Julianne Evans about our relationship with the natural world and our responsibilities to future generations. Dan explores legal personhood for…
It's not the gun, it's the bullet

August 11, 2026 · 31 min

We often talk about guns when we talk about violence. But what about the bullets? Professor Maartje Abbenhuis explores the history of the dum-dum bullet, from its origins in the 19th century British Empire to its manufacturing outposts…
Diversity and national identity

July 28, 2026 · 33 min

How did diversity become part of a country's identity? Acting Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Education Associate Professor Kathy Smits explores how changing demographics, human rights, trade and national identity all played a role in…

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2026 World Cup: big, beautiful but costly for fans and the planet

June 15, 2026 · 28 min

What happens when sporting success comes at an environmental cost? The 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to be the biggest in history, with more teams, more matches and more fans travelling from around the world. Dr Chris McMillan from School of…
Frontline teaching: The role of educators in warzones

June 3, 2026 · 29 min

Dr Ritesh Shah specialises in education in conflict and disaster zones and the politics of foreign aid. He sits down with our media adviser Julianne Evans to discuss his work with the Centre for Asia Pacific Refugee Studies (CAPRS)…
Technology and art combine to explore our natural world

May 19, 2026 · 28 min

Senior Lecturer Dr Simon Ingram discusses his new immersive installation that combines bird recordings, LiDAR scanning, mathematics, ecology and digital technology to recreate a living pre-colonial, native forest. In conversation with our…
Birds, ancient DNA, and shared histories

April 28, 2026 · 32 min

What can tiny fragments of ancient bird bones and DNA reveal about the past? Anthropology doctoral candidate Patricia Pillay's research uncovers how humans and wildlife in the Marquesas Islands have interacted over the past 700 years…
The medieval church, slavery and untold stories

March 31, 2026 · 28 min

Associate Professor Lisa Bailey explores how the medieval church in Western Europe filled the power vacuum after the collapse of the Roman Empire while simultaneously becoming the largest slave owner at the time. In conversation with our…
The music behind Disney magic

March 10, 2026 · 27 min

Why does it feel like you are starring in a movie when you enter a Disney theme park? In this episode, Dr Gregory Camp, Senior Lecturer in Music, explains how Disney theme parks use movie music to create immersive and magical experiences…
Christmas music through the decades

December 2, 2025 · 32 min

Did you know Bing Crosby’s White Christmas is the best-selling single of all time? Ethnomusicologist Dr Kirsten Zemke explores Christmas music through the years, from the songs our grandparents and their parents played, the global pop…

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Explore research and perspectives from the Faculty of Arts and Education at the University of Auckland. Academics from a range of disciplines discuss their findings, breaking down important and often complex topics. Gain a deeper understanding of the past and present, and learn how we can build better, more informed futures. *The views expressed are the speaker’s own and do not represent the University or the Faculty.