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Out West Radio - 06-06-2025 This show keeps Hamilton West residents informed and up to date with what is happening at the Western Community Centre. The Centre has been supporting the Hamilton West community since 1979. Listen

Island Reggae Luau - 05-06-2025 A feast of reggae, delivered in uniquely Hawaiian style. Listen

Flat Out Pride - 06-06-2025 Weekly LGBTQIA+ media from Hamilton NZ, made with support of NZ on Air and PROUDly part of CAMA Community Access Media Alliance - Fighting for your right to be on the radio and in the media since 1981 Listen

Deep_INsessioNZ - Ep 71 - CYXOrrig-FRNT - 06-06-25 Electronic music culture from jungle to dub, from garage to tech house and everything in between. Listen

Siwa Umak - 05-06-2025 Podcast produced and first broadcast at Free FM 89.0 - a platform for direct involvement in the media. Hamilton Kirikiriroa, NZ Listen

Mo’ui lelei – Tali tali lelei – 05-06-2025 Mo’ui lelei – Tali tali lelei the 100% Tongan language programme bringing you local, national and international news that matters to the Tongan community. Listen

A Sonic Youth episode 190 - The Grogans, Big Thief Oliver looks at tracks from the new album by Melbourne garage and surf rockers The Grogans. Plus, other favourite Grogans tracks, including a cover of The Kinks. Then, indie folk group Big Thief. 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. Listen

The Voice Within - 05-06-2025 The Voice Within explores new age beliefs with regular guests. Listen

Fighting Stigma - 05-06-2025 Digital Tools for Wellbeing. Listen

The Paleface Parabola - 04-06-2025 Caper 180 of the Paleface Parabola. An unusual trip befitting this unusual one hour and 58 minutes of mental gymnastics and mental hopscotch. If Hunter Thompson somehow beat the hangman years ago, he would have had ample fodder for a new Fear and Loathing screed should he have seen the behind the scenes shenanigans. Showbiz lore says that if you can walk, you can make the gig. We made the gig. We are here weekly to indulge in mental gymnastics and musical hopscotch. And in an unsafe June night, we did. The likes of Chris Whitley, Lee Dorsey, The Cramps, Te Vaka (The Mystery Man’s pick), John Hartford, and Mel Blanc from 1954, brought a splash of joy to our wading pool. A toast to the Mystery Man. He earned the keep he doesn’t make this week. Listen

Musafir Hoon Yaaro - 04-06-2025 Musafir Hoon Yaaro (I am a Traveller) is a lifestyle show in Hindi, hosted by Arsh (Jimmy) Singh. Listen

Over the Fence - 04-06-2025 News, issues, experiences and chat from the rural landscape around the Waikato and New Zealand with host Craig Mitchell. Listen

iDad and Daughter - 04-06-2025 Eslet Aloua-Carter and her dad Frank share their thoughts and experiences, and help each other along the way. Together they open new experiences. Listen

Vedic Wisdom Part 1 - 04-06-2025 Personal Endeavour or the Lord’s Benediction. This show addresses the age old debate about which is better, personal effort versus the Lord’s spiritual sanction and support. Listen

Vedic Wisdom Part 2 - 04-06-2025 To Fix the World Fix Yourself. On this program we give clarity to your personal responsibility to improve yourself and the impact that has on improving the world. Listen

From the Fringes - 04-06-2025 Presenting a range of issues and opinions from the fringes... political, social, ethical and personal, from the unique perspective of the show's host, Jack Gielen. Listen

ReThinking Mental Wellbeing - Ep 16 - Being authentic in a noisy world - 04-06-25 Authenticity in a noisy world. In a world that never stops, this episode is a quiet rebellion. From an introvert’s view, we explore the power of authenticity, stillness, and inner truth. As society demands noise, speed, and performance, we choose presence, calm, and depth. This is a call to slow down, listen within, and create a life aligned with your true nature. Because in stillness, the most profound truths are heard—and authenticity finally begins. Real, relatable conversations about mental wellbeing from someone who is walking the same journey as you, just sitting on a different side of the mic. Listen

The Bridge Zone - 04-06-2025 Podcast produced and first broadcast at Free FM 89.0 - a platform for direct involvement in the media. Hamilton Kirikiriroa, NZ Listen

Radio 2050 – Matthew Thomas - 04-06-2025 In this week’s episode, J. Matthew Thomas, the executive director of the Paseo Project, discusses the importance of art in bringing communities together. He shares the founding story of the Paseo Project, which started as a one-night event and has now grown into a four-day community arts organization. Thomas emphasizes the need for public art funding and encourages listeners to support local artists and advocate for the arts in their communities. He also discusses the role of art in conflict resolution and the power of art to transform perspectives and bridge divides. Radio 2050 is a mix of conversation and music that aims to inspire change throughout the world. Listen

That's The Ticket - 03-06-2025 Local comedian Jaqi Taimana is back in the studio to spill the beans on her upcoming comedy shows, new duo act, and band! Listen

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A Life of Faith - In Conversation with Brother Kevin Dobbyn

Religion and Spirituality English Andrew Johnstone is a local personality who gained significant attention from the 2020 biopic When The Cows Come Home. In that film Andrew discussed his schooling at Sacred Heart College and his time with the Marist brothers. Recently he made a formal complaint against two Brothers, resulting in ongoing discussions with the body charged with investigating abuse allegations, The National Office For Professional Standards. Episodes and More

A Sonic Youth

Music English A love for indie rock as expressed by a 18-year-old Kiwi. Episodes and More

Absolutely Not, Sis!

Community English Two small-town gals navigating their 30s through grieving, thriving, or barely surviving. Courtney and Laura discuss everything from loss and heartbreak to shower thoughts and what's trending! These two have been THROUGH it but will be sure to come out the other side laughing, so... grab a drink, and get ready to have a catch up with your new besties! Episodes and More

Anpudan Waikato

Ethnic Voices Tamil (Sri Lanka) From Arasan FM, Anpudan Waikato is a Tamil show featuring news, music, interviews, and current affairs. It connects the Tamil community in NZ with their culture and global happenings. Engage by sending requests and feedback to vanakkam@arasan.co.nz. Making it a platform for interaction and cultural exchange. Episodes and More

Arabic Guide to the Treaty Principles Bill

News, Issues and Current Affairs Arabic A series explaining the Treaty Principles Bill in Arabic. Explaining the Treaty's history, what the Bill is about, and how to make a submission (deadline Jan 7, 2025). Episodes and More

Arritmia

Religion and Spirituality Spanish Un programa de radio cristiano, presentado por Angie Rodriguez. Episodes and More

B Orig

Ethnic Voices English Bisaya Original Music for New Zealand and beyond. Introducing the music, both traditional and pop, of Bisaya artists as well as the Bisaya culture and language; and providing a link to Bisaya people in New Zealand to other parts of the globe. Episodes and More

Back Chat

News, Issues and Current Affairs English A live, issue-driven news and current affairs discussion programme, debating or examining a different newsworthy issue/topic each week. For listeners who want to be challenged and provoked, and don’t want to be slaves to the news cycle. Episodes and More

Back Porch Bluegrass

Music English Paul Trenwith is an enthusiastic advocate for, player and promoter of bluegrass music. Back Porch Bluegrass features a wide range of the genre's best performers. Episodes and More

BallotBox 23

Community English One-on-one interviews with candidates for the Hamilton West, Hamilton East and Hauraki-Waikato electorates in the 2023 General Election. Episodes and More

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Triptides- Connection EP [2025]
Los Angeles based psychedelic rock group began in the summer of 2010 as a series of sun-drenched home recorded tape machine experiments. The band has since released six full length records and a number of singles and EP's.

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REM - Radio Free Europe Remix by Jacknife Lee, honoring Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty! Proceeds from the vinyl pressing to benefit World Press Freedom Day.

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12:00 AM - 1:00 AM	Back Porch Bluegrass Free FM Music
1:00 AM - 2:00 AM	Forty Six and 2
2:00 AM - 3:00 AM	Conexao Sulamerica
3:00 AM - 4:00 AM	Sathsara Rāwa
4:00 AM - 4:30 AM	Sai News Free FM Religion and Spirituality
4:30 AM - 5:00 AM	Voices of Peace and Aroha
5:30 AM - 6:00 AM	Fighting Stigma Free FM Disability and Health
6:00 AM - 7:00 AM	That's The Ticket Hannah Mooney Arts and Culture
7:00 AM - 7:30 AM	The Documentary - BBC
7:30 AM - 9:30 AM	The Free Breakfast Free FM Various
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM	The Interview - BBC
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Cult Chat
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Out West Radio Free FM Community
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM	The Climate Question - BBC
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM	Scotty's Place
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM	Equal Agenda Isabelle Leilua-McBride and Mollie Hedgman Gender and Sexuality
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM	A Sonic Youth Oliver Grey Music
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Wrestling Roundup Free FM Sport
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Flat Out Pride Free FM Gender and Sexuality
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Kia Ora Brazil Maya Hasegawa Ethnic Voices
7:00 PM - 7:30 PM	Conversa De Futebol Maikel and Suzana Sport
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM	MPB Revista Antonio Aparecido de Souza Ethnic Voices
9:00 PM - 10:00 PM	Fa'atauaina O Aiga
10:00 PM - 12:00 AM	1200 Degrees