Satire
Masterpieces - Tom Scott
Policial satirist Tom Scott remembers his favourite election. Audio
Is The Daily Show's 'fake news' legitimate journalism?
Satirical 'fake news' TV shows have made a mark on US politics and culture, and around the world imitators are using them as a template. Are they just a bit of fun for fans of the genre? Or are they… Video, Audio
Author Charlotte Grimshaw - Starlight Peninsula
Few New Zealand novelists tackle contemporary political satire, but once again Auckland writer Charlotte Grimshaw takes it on. Charlotte's latest novel Starlight Peninsula, introduces us to Eloise… Audio
It’s kind of amazing the sexism that still exists, even though if you look at it through blurry glasses it doesn’t look like it’s there.
Meg Wolitzer, a leading USA novelist, talks about her extensive career with Kate De Goldi, focusing on a recent highly-awarded novel The Interestings. Audio
Pundit : right thinking
Eric Crampton brings his right wing sensibilities to our pundit slot with a discussion on the right to offend - as in the satire of Charlie Hebdo. Audio
Actor and satirist Jack Buchanan
Wellington and satirist Jack Buchanan reflects on the election results. Jack made headlines recently with his YouTube send up of the political leaders. Audio
Satire in New Zealand
New Zealand has a proud tradition of satire and parody, and people in power have always been popular targets. We all remember fondly the Golden Years of McPhail and Gadsby, Fred Dagg and the many… Audio