ICYMI
Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
Kapa Haka
13 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Kapa haka is a living art form. It can involve song, dance and chants, but is also so much more than just a performance. This week find out more about...
The News
06 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for a weekly round-up of the news! Plus in our explainer this week we look at how the news is produced. Join us for a weekly round-up of the n...
Sneezing
29 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone sneezes sometimes, but do you know much about what happens when you sneeze? We look at how much of workout you get with a sneeze, how far a s...
Deep Fakes
22 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A deep fake is when video or audio is digitally changed to make it look like someone is doing or saying something they didn't. We look at what to look...
Voting
15 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Every three years eligible voters get the chance to vote in a general election. We look at why it is important to vote, and what impact it can have. G...
What is social anxiety?
08 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A lot of us can feel nervous and insecure at times, but for some people the feelings can become overwhelming. Today we look at what social anxiety is,...
What is a national emergency?
01 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
New Zealand has its fair share of hazards, from earthquakes and floods to volcanic activity. If local emergency services can't cope the Minister for E...
What is tapu and noa?
25 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Māori culture tapu and noa are two very important protocols or tikanga, which can guide people's behavior. We look at how they can help everyone t...
The Polynesian Panther Party
18 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the 1970s New Zealand authorities started cracking down on so-called overstayers from the Pacific Islands, leading to increasing hostility towards ...
The Modern Whānau
11 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Attitudes to what counts as a family have changed over the years, and now we know families can take many shapes and forms. This week we look at the ma...
Is vaping bad for you?
04 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Vaping has been promoted as a way for people addicted to smoking cigarettes to kick the habit. But vaping's long-term health impacts are still unknown...
Rap
28 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for a weekly round-up of the news! Plus in our explainer this week we look at the origins of rap music. Rap is now one of the most popular m...
Rising Sea Levels
21 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
People often talk about rising sea levels, but what does it really mean? In this week's explainer we look at what is causing sea level rise and the li...
Kingitanga
14 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Kīngitanga, the Māori King movement, was established in 1858, and aimed to bring Māori together under a single sovereign. We look at why and how it...
What's An Ego?
07 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Your ego is that sense of what makes you you. Your ego can help you navigate tricky situations or undermine your confidence. We look at its role and ...
Who invented lollies?
30 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Lollies are hugely popular in Aotearoa. But who was the G.O.A.T. who invented them?Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Video game addiction
23 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Video games are hugely popular in New Zealand and around the world. Over 90 percent of homes in New Zealand have a gaming device, but too much time pl...
Carbon footprint
16 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Many of our actions have an impact on the environment, including how much much carbon dioxide we put out into the atmosphere. Find out more about what...
How to deal with anger
09 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone feels angry sometimes, but you don't want to let anger hurt you or others. We look at some ways to deal with feelings of anger.Go to this epi...
Tsunami
02 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
New Zealand sits on the Pacific Ring of Fire, along which 80 percent of the world's tsunami strike. We find out what cause tsunamis, and what to do if...
Wood wide web
26 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you heard of the wood wide web? No, not the World Wide Web, the wood wide web. It's a web of connections between trees, which help make them stro...
Bullying
19 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Most people have experienced or seen bullying at some point, but no one should have to put up with it. We look at what it is, and some advice on what ...
DNA
12 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
DNA holds all the genetic information which makes you you. A bit like a code or plan on how to put together the body. Find out more in our explainer.G...
What's an activist?
05 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Activists are people who speak out about things they think need to change. Activists like Greta Thunberg and Aotearoa's own Dame Whina Cooper started ...
Cryptocurrency
28 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There is a lot of talk of cryptocurrency in the news lately, but what is it? Cryptocurrency is a digital alternative to traditional money. One of the ...
Anzac Day
21 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We look at why we commemorate Anzac Day and have a closer look at one local war hero. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Do dogs understand us?
14 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dogs and people have been part of each other lives for at least 14 thousand years! But do they really know what you are saying when you tell them what...
Dyslexia
07 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
More than half a million Kiwis have dyslexia. People with dyslexia may find it harder to read, but the special way their brain works can give them str...
Algorithms
31 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for a weekly round-up of the news! Plus we learn more about algorithms. We use algorithms every day, some are as simple as tying your shoelace...
Electric Cars
24 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Electric cars have probably been around a lot longer than you thought. This explainer looks into their history, and how it is hoped they can help redu...
News 2 Me is back with a new name!
19 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
News 2 Me is coming back, but... it's got a new name!News 2 Me is coming back, but ... it's got a new name!Your weekly news podcast is now called...
Relationships
28 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Crushes, dates and big loving feelings, it's a special one for our final episode of the season. As you get older, you'll begin to develop strong emoti...
Tikanga
21 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Māori values and traditional customs give us guidelines on appropriate way of doing things. What are the do's and don'ts?Go to this episode on rnz.co...
Disappointment
14 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How do we deal with the feelings we have when things don't go our way? Learning to cope with disappointment - and honing your resilience - are really ...
Predator Free 2050
07 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Why are people trying to stop possums, rats, ferrets and stoats from weaselling their way into our gardens, forests and mountains? We look at what con...
Viral Sensations
30 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Self-made content that goes global is big business. From livestreams to vlogs and TikToks, dancing, singing or cooking - the possibilities are endless...
Daylight Savings
23 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The clocks go forward this weekend, which may mean one less hour of sleep, but also the start of days that stay lighter, later. So why do we have dayl...
Te Wiki o te Reo Māori
16 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Fifty years ago supporters presented a petition to parliament, which led to te reo Māori becoming an official language of Aotearoa. We look at the hi...
Climate Change
09 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This time we're looking in depth at climate change, what's causing it, what the consequences are and what we can do to fight it.Go to this episode on ...
Gender and pronouns
02 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What is non-binary and what does it mean to be transsexual? Trans and gender diverse people can face challenges but one way we can help is by recognis...
Aotearoa New Zealand
26 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
More than 70,000 people have signed a petition for a name change to Aotearoa - and there are those who are more attached to New Zealand. We look at ho...
Laughter!
19 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In the middle of winter bugs, rains and winds, settle down for some laughter therapy... So why is laughter actually good for you?Go to this episode on...
Bees!
12 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What's the buzz about bees? This week we will have a round-up of the news and in this week's explainer we look at what role bees play in biodiversity....
Pronunciation
05 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Place names matter and many Māori place names have great meaning. Let's take a moment to think about those meanings and about why correct pronunciati...
Beauty Expectations
29 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Photoshop, Facetune, airbrushes, filters - there are SO many options for altering and adjusting digital images. But are we editing our appearance too ...
Space
22 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever look to the night sky and wonder how vast is space?Space - there's a lot of it out there!The part we live in, the Milky Way, is just ...
Kiwi Slang
15 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What's good? Howzit? What's up and Churrrr! It's time to get some education on the origins of some 'Choice as' sayings.Here in Aotearoa, we have a lon...
Iconic Aotearoa
08 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Across the world, different countries have different objects, foods, animals and people that have become iconic to them. In New Zealand, we call this ...
Tax
01 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Taxes - this episode is all about money, money, money! You may know how your family buys things, but how does the Government pay for what it does? Who...
Matariki
24 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mānawatia a Matariki! The first official Māori celebration to be made a public holiday in Aotearoa and we're here to tell you what it's all about.Go...
The Metaverse
17 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The metaverse is the term for a collection of virtual worlds. - It is a universe of computer-simulated environments that provide an alternate reality ...
Friendship
10 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Besties, buddies, pals and bros! We are looking at friendships, what makes good ones, why they matter and what happens when we hit challenges. We buil...
Sickness
03 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Viruses are so tiny that you can't see them when they spread, they can travel via a sneeze or a cough and they can linger on surfaces. So how do we fi...
Fake News
27 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Fake news - what is it? How do we spot it? Why do people put out information that is not correct? What is click-bait and why do we fall for it?Go to t...
Mindfulness
20 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When we're feeling stressed or anxious, how can we make sense of our feelings? The answer: mindfulness!When you're feeling stressed or anxious, h...
Plastic
13 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Plastic! It's in our homes, our oceans and filling up our landfills, but how big of an issue is it? Let's find out!Watch a video segment from the epis...
Puberty
06 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Puberty! What is it, why does it happen and what can we do to make it easier?What's happening to my body? In this episode of ICYMI, we're ta...
Dreams
29 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hey dreamers - wanna learn a little something about those crazy visions your brain makes while you sleep? Let's get into it!Watch a video segment from...
War
22 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's Anzac weekend - and sadly war is in the news a lot at the moment. So we'll be looking in depth at the causes of war and what we can do to help en...
Sugar
15 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's Easter weekend! As well as our news bulletin, there's lots of chocolate eggs to be hunted down. When better to look at sugar?Watch a video segmen...
Screen time
08 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In our first episode explainer, we take a look at screen time, and whether it matters how long we are on our devices each day.In our first episode exp...
News 2 Me - Coming Soon!
30 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Your weekly broadcast of tamariki-friendly news from a source you can trust. Public interest journalism funded by NZ On Air.RNZ has plenty of news for...