Episodes
One lock down was hard enough. What if we have to do it all again? How will we cope? Clinical psychologist Dr Sarb Johal has some thoughts.
Published 08/13/20
We hoped it wouldn't happen but we knew there always a risk. Covid-19 is back in the community so the Coronavirus Podcast is also returning with all the information and advice you might need.
Published 08/12/20
For our final episode, Indira and the rest of the team behind the Coronavirus Podcast get together for a chat about their experience making the show.
Published 05/21/20
It's the final full episode of the Coronavirus Podcast, we take a look back at some of the changes kiwis think they'll keep even after this crisis is over
Published 05/20/20
Director General of Health Ashley Bloomfield stops by the Podcast for a chat about his experience of the crisis and the way forward from here.
Published 05/19/20
We check in with Dr Patricia Priest to understand the road ahead for Aotearoa, plus the latest news on a significant WHO meeting.
Published 05/18/20
School is back today and so is RNZ's daily news podcast, The Detail
Published 05/17/20
We break down the the budget, plus take a look at life for foster parents and the children they have been caring for during the lockdown.
Published 05/14/20
Welcome to the first day of level two! This episode we look at life as a rural business owner, a last minute change to rules over funerals and tangi, and a critical report into how nurses in Waitakare Hospital contracted Covid-19
Published 05/13/20
Music 101's Yadana Saw tells us how musicians have coped with life under lockdown and what covid-19 means for the future of live events.
Published 05/12/20
Just two days until we get to level two! We break down yesterday's big announcement on the plans to take another step towards normality. Plus, our producer Katy Gosset talks to domestic violence experts about their concerns for the future, even after lockdown ends.
Published 05/11/20
We're waiting to find out when the level two will happen... But in the meantime, we look into the future of packaging and a new plan for treating Covid-19 in NZ using blood plasma
Published 05/10/20
Domestic travel? Expanding bubbles? We break down the long awaited rules for level 2 with Dr Patricia Priest. Plus, Australia vs. New Zealand in their covid-19 response.
Published 05/07/20
Some disability carers left their families and moved into the bubble of their clients - how is the sector coping? Plus, harrowing stories from Kiwis with other health problems during covid-19.
Published 05/06/20
An obsession with hand washing might seem like a boon in the middle of a global pandemic, but the reality of living with OCD right now is a very difficult experience.
Published 05/05/20
For the first time in a long time we had 24 hours with ZERO new cases! But we can't celebrate just yet...
Published 05/04/20
Scientific studies have reported some unusual symptoms from Covid-19, but respiratory physician Dr Michael Maze says that's actually not so unusual after all.
Published 05/03/20
Kiwis flocked to takeaway restaurants this week, but how has it been for the employees? Plus the social impacts for NZ post Covid-19.
Published 04/30/20
Hundreds of Kiwis face an uncertain future for work - how are they doing? Plus controversial advice to shut borders to NZers and why physical distancing is still important at level 3.
Published 04/29/20
Should we have privacy concerns over an app and how do you keep a contact tracing diary? Plus businesses plead for rent relief and cash grants.
Published 04/28/20
We've finally moved to level 3 - how have businesses prepared for contactless delivery and what about tech issues? Plus news about NZ's contact tracing app and reaction to Trump's disinfectant suggestions.
Published 04/27/20
The government's revealed a $50m package for media - but will it actually help newspapers? Plus how is our trade sector doing and don't forget, it's Anzac Day tomorrow.
Published 04/23/20
Health Minister David Clark explains the new rules for bubbles once we get to level three.
Published 04/22/20
How are parents and children in blended families coping with the lockdown? Plus, the government faces tough questions on its support of GPs, pharmacies and the aged care sector.
Published 04/22/20