Community Access Media Alliance is the national body for the 12 independently-owned Community Access Media stations across Aotearoa. Our vision is for Aotearoa to have a vibrant, diverse, innovative, and sustainable Community Access Media sector valued for its democratic, community, and cultural uniqueness.
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Free FM
A protest song escapes the people who wrote it. The political right nicks it cos they never have any good songs. ‘Tubthumping’, Chumbawamba’s unforgettable anthem of resilience, becomes a hypocritical stage for migrant bashing. We explore its late 1980s origins at the Fforde Grene pub in the suburb of Harehills, Leeds. We demonstrate how it has been used for cheap political shots. And in Harehills, we discover another story — people from different backgrounds coming together when their neighbourhood was under pressure.
Radio Hawkes Bay
Awesome forgotten hits spanning the decades.
Songs with tasty trivia tidbits about each tune. From the 60's, 70's and 80's (mostly)
A monthly journey through the night sky with Holt Planetarium director Bruce Ngataierua.
Wellington Access Radio
A show for the Cook Islands community, in Cook Islands Māori and English.
Catch up with Scott each week to find out what he has been up to and hear some of his favourite songs
Kiwi music - the Best Of
We are joined in the FreeFM studio this week by Nicholas Joseph, the day before the album release gig for his debut solo record ‘Sailing’. Nicholas talks to Oliver about his music history and influences, playing in post-punk bands in the Auckland scene, and writing this new guitar-based album after settling back in New Zealand after a period living in Shanghai. Tracklist: 1. Nicholas Joseph - Make it Simple 2. Nicholas Joseph - Living 3. Nicholas Joseph - Giving Up 4. Nicholas Joseph - Final Chance 5. Nicholas Joseph - Safety Follow @asonicyouthpodcast on Insta and Facebook. This show is part of the Free FM 89.0 YOUTH ZONE. Made with support of NZ on Air.
Plains Media
Meg Mason - 2:47 Pip Adams - 25:31
Fresh FM
Join James from State Cinemas and Fresh FM as they discuss new releases, special features, red carpet specials and events at your local independent cinema complex.
Showcasing, the music, news, people and lifestyles of the people of Africa
The Voice Within explores new age beliefs with regular guests.
News views and interviews from the Hawkes Bay Multi Cultural Society
ART Media
In our 4th programme in the series on the major uses and benefits of using modern digital technology we explore the wonderful world of finance. Whether dealing with your local bank, government departments, supermarkets, airlines or simply needing to buy and sell products the PC and smartphone have revolutionised how we manage our finances… saving us vast amounts of time, effort and money and invariably in a more secure manner. In this show we briefly explore how we managed our dosh back in the pre-computer days and how everything has changed….
Te Wiki o Te Reo - Maori Language Week
Radio Southland
Stay updated on the events, happenings, and services that are available in our local Southland community!
Krystal continues her story from where she left off after Harmony's birth, tracing how childhood experiences, family violence, and an abusive relationship shaped her parenting philosophy — and how leaving that relationship let her raise Harmony on her own terms, through hard years of healing, cultural connection, and learning to parent a neurodivergent child. The turning point came with The Incredible Years, a child-centered program that gave language to what she'd always instinctively believed: that connection and relationship are the foundation of healing. She closes with a call to parent — and live — in ways that build the kind of world we want to be part of.
A blind draw, a beach ramp that’s dominating social media, and a council relationship under pressure 👀🔥 In a candid kōrero, Taryn is joined by New Plymouth District Councillor Sam Bennett, now in his third term, to unpack three issues making headlines in Taranaki. First up, they look at the blind draw for councillors to attend the LGNZ conference. Sam asks why councillors weren’t selected on merit and why ratepayer money is being spent sending a councillor who previously voted to withdraw the district’s LGNZ membership. Taryn then questions Sam’s working relationship with Mayor Max Brough and the tensions that have emerged between the two, before the focus shifts to the accessibility ramp down to Fitzroy Beach. Is the newly built ramp fit for purpose, or are the concerns about the quality of the construction valid? Will the defects be rectified? 🌊🏗️👀 Join us for three topics, plenty of sparks and one very candid kōrero about life inside New Plymouth District Council 🔥
Coast Access Radio
Today we're going to look at the different professions that help people with emotional and mental health, and I'll explain where my own work fits into that picture. We'll ask whether it's really possible to copy someone else's path to success, or whether each of us has to find our own. We'll explore what I believe is one of the greatest gifts we can give our children—teaching them to manage themselves. And, because life shouldn't always be too serious, we'll finish with one of the more entertaining subjects I've come across over the years... the Wine Diet, the Champagne Diet and a few thoughts about why successful weight loss probably has less to do with dieting than with the habits we choose every day. Margot is our go to for life problems. Listeners are encouraged to write in with a problem they are stuck on, and we will “Ask Margot” to provide sound, real and insightful advice.
Manawatu Peoples Radio
In this episode of Krishna: The Supreme Personality of Godhead by A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, we conclude Chapter 33: Description of the Rasa Dance, exploring its deeper spiritual meaning and the transformative power of hearing Krishna’s divine pastimes through authentic devotional tradition. The episode also begins Chapter 34, introducing Nanda Maharaja and the residents of Vrindavan as they journey to observe the Shivaratri festival. A radio show/podcast produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand on Air.
Otago Access Radio
This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
With a sense of humour and no-nonsense approach, Angela Solomons, known as The Law Lady, manages to de-mystify the legal issues around buying into a retirement village, noisy neighbours, immigration, divorce, buying a house, surviving a zombie apocolypse, and just about any other situation you can think of.
A programme first broadcast on Fresh FM, amplifying the voices of Te Tauihu
On the show, we chilled out and celebrated Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori by playing some iconic Māori tunes 🎶 Plus, we had a kōrero about what’s happening around our region and all the latest local happenings! Good music, good kōrero and good vibes this morning! ☀️🎙️
Down Under Currents is now being broadcast on Access Radio Taranaki as well as Free FM! Kia ora, Taranaki! In celebration, we're focussing on Taranaki music in this episode. From the sounds of Pātea Māori Club and Midge Marsden to contemporary indie, soul, punk, electronic, blues and heavy music, we’re exploring the artists who have helped shape Taranaki’s musical identity — and the artists carrying that story forward today. Discovering the best independent music from Aotearoa — new releases, emerging artists, local scenes, and future favourites from New Zealand's indie underground.
Ronny talks to Motueka band Fairydogs about their history, recordings, and upcoming gigs
Same Name Confusion are back with their second full-length album SNC, coming September 25 via Ōtautahi-based Winegum Records. We catch up with Luke Courtney and Andrej Radosavljevic about the band’s journey from University of Canterbury engineering students in 2016 to a trans-Tasman songwriting partnership, with Luke now in Auckland and Andrej in Melbourne.
Country music from New Zealand and around the world
Terry Toner is back with The Seventies Show and this week he has pulled together an hour of the big voices and bold sounds that made the 70s unlike any other decade. From soulful crooners to stadium rock and the kind of tracks that stopped you in your tracks on first listen, this is the 70s at its very best. Turn it up and let Terry do the rest.
80's Icons Part 2
Stefenpon Sitinjak is representing Indonesian culture in New Zealand, he wants to introduce and share new cultures to Southlanders Expect talk about food, culture, lifestyles and different perspectives!
Selwyn Williams joins Paul to share his lifelong passion for motorcycling. From learning to ride as a teenager to rediscovering bikes later in life, Selwyn reflects on touring New Zealand, his love of Triumph motorcycles, memorable adventures, and the freedom that keeps him riding. Along the way, he shares stories from decades on two wheels and explains why motorcycling remains such an important part of his life. A monthly show focusing on the Kapiti Ulysses Motorcycle club. Paul Nees interviews club members and discusses upcoming activities. This episode was first broadcast on Coast Access Radio, a Community Access Media Alliance station amplifying the voices of Kāpiti and Horowhenua. Supported by NZ On Air. Visit coastaccessradio.org.nz
This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
To mark episode 10 of the Almey Alternative, we're going in for the most exciting subject since Snail-racing. That's right, we're talking tax. Any old joe-schmoe can have an opinion — we wanted, no, no NEEDED an expert. So we invited on student of finance, knower-of-tax, Troy Gibbons. Or Gibb-o, as I call him. This tax episode has been a long time coming, so I hope you enjoy it, and listen till the end. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
It's te Wiki o te Reo Māori and today YAG is hosted by Bri, Nono and first time podcaster Ryder. The group celebrate Māori and Aotearoa New Zealand culture, singing songs, busting Māori myths, and learning new kupu. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
Recent updates and thoughts on Palestine, free speech, about directors of film "Naza". This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
Pride in Japan: What Does It Really Look Like? What happens during Pride Month in Japan? Akari spent the entire month of June in Japan, joining Tokyo Pride and other queer events across the country. From colourful celebrations to community gatherings, she explores what Pride looks like on the ground and what it means to queer people in Japan. Is Pride in Japan similar to Pride elsewhere? What are the challenges and joys of being part of the queer community there? Listen in and discover Pride Month from a queer perspective in Japan. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
taking about university in aviation in new Zealand and scholarships the v's of flight. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
Musafir Hoon Yaaro (I am a Traveller) is a lifestyle show in Hindi, hosted by Arsh (Jimmy) Singh.
You are trouble bound this week, you fans of the Paleface Parabolic romp and stomp. We arrived at Studio A with an agenda of escape for the oppressed and the well to do alike. It's a tightrope walk, this radio hosting predicament is. You can’t see the audience reaction to what you the host is portraying as entertainment. Every week is a tabula Rasa way of dealing the cards. This week it was musical hopscotch and no other description makes sense. Well,maybe mayhem would work. The Small Faces, The Shufflers, Ron Carter & Ricky Dillard, The Stepkids, and Ronnie Earl & The Broadcasters stepped up and earned their keep AND there’s more at the door and the Mystery Man vis a man named Conlan did the Tango to complete our journey. Cmon if yer comin!
What can this moment give me? So often we are on the quest for something extraordinary that we miss those precious ordinary moments in life. Produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.
Have you written too many maid and butler characters? Do your siblings not know how to talk to each other beyond "what's happening, little brother?" Skeleton Crew sits down to talk dialogue do's and don'ts, favourite devices and when to pick the right moments to have conversation Produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand on Air.
An hour of the best, the latest, the most relevant music as chosen and presented by our own Kris Johnson.
Ryan Gatling presents a great music show featuring Jazz, Blues, Funk, Soul and Gospel in his very cool style.
Pat B's UTI
Music and vibes from the Caribbean
Co vlastně dělá domov domovem, když už přes třicet let žijete jinde? V tomhle díle se vracím k věcem, o kterých jsem nikdy nečekala, že mi budou tolik chybět - české lesy, houbaření, Vánoce, známé vtipy a ten samozrejmy pocit, ze nemusíte nic vysvětlovat. A taky k otázce, jestli je domov opravdu místo, nebo spíš lidé, vzpomínky a rituály, které nás pořád spojují s tím, odkud jsme přišli.
Promoting Malayalee culture
