Saturday Morning with Jack Tame
3,666 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingJack Tame’s crisp perspective, style and enthusiasm makes for refreshing and entertaining Saturday morning radio on Newstalk ZB.
News, sport, books, music, gardens and celebrities – what better way to spend your Saturdays?
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Phil Gifford: Looking after your nuts and bolts
June 10, 2017 11:34 - 14 minutes - 5.96 MBWith Men's health week coming up, Phil Gifford speaks about his new book Looking After Your Nuts and Bolts: A Kiwi Health Manual. He interviews prominent Kiwis and health experts about what's stopping men from taking full control of their health and what can be done about it. LISTEN ABOVE: Phil Gifford speaks to Jack Tame Click here to find out more about Phil's new book.
Allyson Gofton: Axoa de Veau
June 10, 2017 11:04 - 4 minutes - 1.92 MBThis casserole was our family's favourite in France and while I cannot always get white veal I New Zealand, I prepare the casserole with pork or lamb. Often Axoa will be prepared from coarsely minced veal, making a bolognese like casserole. Either way mashed potatoes are a great partner. Serves 8 (but only 6 in my home) Ingredients 1.5 kilograms veal (shoulder is best as you need some fat to carry the flavour)1 teaspoon flaky salt (less if finely milled)½-1 teaspoon ground pepper – white or b...
Catherine Raynes: Need You Dead, The Husband Hunters
June 10, 2017 00:42 - 5 minutes - 2.17 MBWhitcoulls' Catherine Raynes joins Jack Tame with her top books of the week: Need You Dead by Peter James (Macmillan $30) and The Husband Hunters: Social Climbing in London and New York by Anne de Courcy (Orion $38).
Phil Gifford: Looking after your nuts and bolts
June 09, 2017 23:34 - 14 minutes - 5.96 MBWith Men's health week coming up, Phil Gifford speaks about his new book Looking After Your Nuts and Bolts: A Kiwi Health Manual. He interviews prominent Kiwis and health experts about what's stopping men from taking full control of their health and what can be done about it. LISTEN ABOVE: Phil Gifford speaks to Jack Tame Click here to find out more about Phil's new book.
Allyson Gofton: Axoa de Veau
June 09, 2017 23:04 - 4 minutes - 1.92 MBThis casserole was our family's favourite in France and while I cannot always get white veal I New Zealand, I prepare the casserole with pork or lamb. Often Axoa will be prepared from coarsely minced veal, making a bolognese like casserole. Either way mashed potatoes are a great partner. Serves 8 (but only 6 in my home) Ingredients 1.5 kilograms veal (shoulder is best as you need some fat to carry the flavour)1 teaspoon flaky salt (less if finely milled)½-1 teaspoon ground pepper – white or b...
Francesca Rudkin: The Mummy, Rosalie Blum
June 09, 2017 22:56 - 6 minutes - 2.41 MBFilm reviewer Francesca Rudkin shares her thoughts on The Mummy, and French film Rosalie Blum. LISTEN ABOVE: Francesca Rudkin speaks to Jack Tame
Francesca Rudkin: The Mummy, Rosalie Blum
June 09, 2017 22:56 - 6 minutes - 2.41 MBFilm reviewer Francesca Rudkin shares her thoughts on The Mummy, and French film Rosalie Blum. LISTEN ABOVE: Francesca Rudkin speaks to Jack Tame
Kevin Milne: Minor car crash proves staying calm is key
June 09, 2017 22:50 - 3 minutes - 1.59 MBKevin Milne reflects on a minor crash he was involved in that, while scary, was kept drama-free by everyone staying calm. He says everyone will be shaken after a minor crash and there's no need to be antagonistic when someone makes a genuine mistake. LISTEN ABOVE: Kevin Milne speaks to Jack Tame
Kevin Milne: Minor car crash proves staying calm is key
June 09, 2017 22:50 - 3 minutes - 1.59 MBKevin Milne reflects on a minor crash he was involved in that, while scary, was kept drama-free by everyone staying calm. He says everyone will be shaken after a minor crash and there's no need to be antagonistic when someone makes a genuine mistake. LISTEN ABOVE: Kevin Milne speaks to Jack Tame
Jack Tame: UK election a terrible, completely avoidable mess
June 09, 2017 22:33 - 3 minutes - 8.96 MBJack Tame discusses the stunning results of the snap UK election which saw Theresa May lose a parliamentary majority. LISTEN ABOVE: Jack Tame on the UK election He argues Britain is now at its most vulnerable geopolitical position since wartime. READ MORE: UK election: May to lead minority govt on eve of Brexit talks
Jack Tame: UK election a terrible, completely avoidable mess
June 09, 2017 22:33 - 3 minutes - 8.96 MBJack Tame discusses the stunning results of the snap UK election which saw Theresa May lose a parliamentary majority. LISTEN ABOVE: Jack Tame on the UK election He argues Britain is now at its most vulnerable geopolitical position since wartime. READ MORE: UK election: May to lead minority govt on eve of Brexit talks
Catherine Raynes: The Most Beautiful Woman in Florence, Anything is Possible
June 03, 2017 12:11 - 4 minutes - 1.62 MBCatherine Raynes from Whitcoulls joins Jack Tame to discuss The Most Beautiful Woman in Florence and Anything is Possible. LISTEN ABOVE: Catherine Raynes speaks to Jack Tame
Hannah McQueen: Pocket money to property
June 03, 2017 12:01 - 6 minutes - 2.71 MBHannah McQueen of EnableMe discusses some tips for equipping your kids with financial skills, which is the topic of her new book Pocket Money to Property. LISTEN ABOVE: Hannah McQueen discusses raising financially independent children
Ruud Kleinpaste: The plight of our native birds
June 03, 2017 11:40 - 6 minutes - 2.44 MBA recent report shows around 80 per cent of our native birds on a "slippery slope" to extinction. Naturalist Ruud Kleinpaste discusses some steps we can take to look after the birds in our backyards. LISTEN ABOVE: Ruud Kleinpaste speaks to Jack Tame
Lotta Dann: Recovering from alcoholism a 'complicated journey'
June 03, 2017 11:30 - 13 minutes - 5.6 MBLotta Dann started blogging about her decision to quit alcohol nearly six years ago, and has since written two books. Her newest book, Mrs D Is Going Within, is about how Lotta realised she had some "extra work" ahead of her three years into being sober. She discusses her techniques for coping when life inevitably gets tough and what it's like to share her personal experiences with others. LISTEN ABOVE: Lotta Dann speaks to Jack Tame Click here to visit Lotta's blog.
Francesca Rudkin: Wonderwoman, Baywatch and McLaren
June 03, 2017 11:05 - 6 minutes - 2.65 MBThis week Francesca Rudkin reviews three very different films, Baywatch, Wonderwoman (a favourite) and McLaren. LISTEN ABOVE: Francesca Rudkin speaks to Jack Tame
Kevin Milne: An idea for the future of ChristChurch Cathedral
June 03, 2017 10:41 - 5 minutes - 2.09 MBKevin Milne thinks Christchurch's Cathedral could be turned into a historic landmark in a move that would be "common sense and entrepreneurial". LISTEN ABOVE: Kevin Milne speaks to Jack Tame
Nici Wickes: Gado Gado (steamed vegetable salad)
June 03, 2017 10:27 - 5 minutes - 2.34 MBI first tried this dish on a visit to Bali over 20 years ago and I have loved it ever since. Ingredients 1 cup shredded cabbage ½ cup beans – cut into manageable size pieces ½ carrot sliced thinly ½ cup cauliflower or broccoli cut into small pieces1 cup bean sprouts½ cup cucumber, sliced into half rounds2 eggs hard-boiled and sliced10 prawn crackers (optional) Method Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Blanch the beans, cauliflower (or broccoli) and carrots for 2 minutes. ...
Catherine Raynes: The Most Beautiful Woman in Florence, Anything is Possible
June 03, 2017 00:11 - 4 minutes - 1.62 MBCatherine Raynes from Whitcoulls joins Jack Tame to discuss The Most Beautiful Woman in Florence and Anything is Possible. LISTEN ABOVE: Catherine Raynes speaks to Jack Tame
Hannah McQueen: Pocket money to property
June 03, 2017 00:01 - 6 minutes - 2.71 MBHannah McQueen of EnableMe discusses some tips for equipping your kids with financial skills, which is the topic of her new book Pocket Money to Property. LISTEN ABOVE: Hannah McQueen discusses raising financially independent children
Ruud Kleinpaste: The plight of our native birds
June 02, 2017 23:40 - 6 minutes - 2.44 MBA recent report shows around 80 per cent of our native birds on a "slippery slope" to extinction. Naturalist Ruud Kleinpaste discusses some steps we can take to look after the birds in our backyards. LISTEN ABOVE: Ruud Kleinpaste speaks to Jack Tame
Lotta Dann: Recovering from alcoholism a 'complicated journey'
June 02, 2017 23:30 - 13 minutes - 5.6 MBLotta Dann started blogging about her decision to quit alcohol nearly six years ago, and has since written two books. Her newest book, Mrs D Is Going Within, is about how Lotta realised she had some "extra work" ahead of her three years into being sober. She discusses her techniques for coping when life inevitably gets tough and what it's like to share her personal experiences with others. LISTEN ABOVE: Lotta Dann speaks to Jack Tame Click here to visit Lotta's blog.
Francesca Rudkin: Wonderwoman, Baywatch and McLaren
June 02, 2017 23:05 - 6 minutes - 2.65 MBThis week Francesca Rudkin reviews three very different films, Baywatch, Wonderwoman (a favourite) and McLaren. LISTEN ABOVE: Francesca Rudkin speaks to Jack Tame
Kevin Milne: An idea for the future of ChristChurch Cathedral
June 02, 2017 22:41 - 5 minutes - 2.09 MBKevin Milne thinks Christchurch's Cathedral could be turned into a historic landmark in a move that would be "common sense and entrepreneurial". LISTEN ABOVE: Kevin Milne speaks to Jack Tame
Nici Wickes: Gado Gado (steamed vegetable salad)
June 02, 2017 22:27 - 5 minutes - 2.34 MBI first tried this dish on a visit to Bali over 20 years ago and I have loved it ever since. Ingredients 1 cup shredded cabbage ½ cup beans – cut into manageable size pieces ½ carrot sliced thinly ½ cup cauliflower or broccoli cut into small pieces1 cup bean sprouts½ cup cucumber, sliced into half rounds2 eggs hard-boiled and sliced10 prawn crackers (optional) Method Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Blanch the beans, cauliflower (or broccoli) and carrots for 2 minutes. ...
Catherine Raynes: See You in September, Since We Fell
May 27, 2017 12:59 - 4 minutes - 1.74 MBCatherine Raynes joins Jack Tame to discuss See You in September by Charity Norman (Allen and Unwin $33) and Since We Fell by Dennis Lehane (Hachette $33). LISTEN ABOVE
Paul Stenhouse: Google Lens, drone selfies
May 27, 2017 12:49 - 5 minutes - 2.34 MBTechnology correspondent Paul Stenhouse joins Jack Tame to talk about Google's latest development, Google Lens, which turns your phone camera into a search box. He also talks about a company that's released a smaller, more affordable drone which can be controlled through a cellphone and is optimised for selfies. LISTEN ABOVE: Paul Stenhouse speaks to Jack Tame
Jane Wrigglesworth: Natural remedies for better sleep
May 27, 2017 12:38 - 6 minutes - 2.47 MBWithout optimal sleep, we cannot be our best physically or mentally. If you’re having trouble winding down at the end of the day, try one of herbs. Valerian – Be careful, it has the opposite effect on some people. Typically, if you have a hot constitution (you're always in t-shirts when the rest of us are wearing sweaters), you might not be able to take valerian. Plants in the mint family – Lavender, lemon balm, catnip, holy basil, sweet marjoram and skullcap are well known for their sedative...
Francesca Rudkin: The latest Pirates of the Caribean, My Pet Dinosaur
May 27, 2017 12:31 - 6 minutes - 2.51 MBFilm reviewer Francesca Rudkin joins Jack Tame to talk about Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales starring Johnny Depp and Javier Bardem. She also discusses the Australian film My Pet Dinosaur - a welcome change from the constant stream of animated children's films. Read more of Francesca's reviews at the NZ Herald. LISTEN ABOVE: Francesca Rudkin speaks to Jack Tame
Rhys Darby heading to NZ for new show 'Mystic Time Bird'
May 27, 2017 11:48 - 17 minutes - 7.16 MBComedian Rhys Darby has been incredibly busy: he's just wrapped up filming season two of TV show Wrecked, is starring in a sequel to Jumanji and is heading to New Zealand for a 19-show tour. Rhys joined Jack Tame from Los Angeles to talk about his new live show 'Mystic Time Bird' which sees him "turn to the world of ancient mysticism to find answers to the world’s problems" and discover he was a bird in a past life. Find dates and tickets to Mystic Time Bird here. LISTEN ABOVE: Rhys Darby spe...
Kevin Milne: Celebrating this week's rocket launch
May 27, 2017 10:50 - 6 minutes - 2.53 MBKevin Milne doesn't think there was enough attention paid to the launch of a rocket from New Zealand into space - something he finds much more exciting than watching coverage of the Budget. LISTEN ABOVE WATCH: Rocket Lab makes history with successful launch
Catherine Raynes: See You in September, Since We Fell
May 27, 2017 00:59 - 4 minutes - 1.74 MBCatherine Raynes joins Jack Tame to discuss See You in September by Charity Norman (Allen and Unwin $33) and Since We Fell by Dennis Lehane (Hachette $33). LISTEN ABOVE
Paul Stenhouse: Google Lens, drone selfies
May 27, 2017 00:49 - 5 minutes - 2.34 MBTechnology correspondent Paul Stenhouse joins Jack Tame to talk about Google's latest development, Google Lens, which turns your phone camera into a search box. He also talks about a company that's released a smaller, more affordable drone which can be controlled through a cellphone and is optimised for selfies. LISTEN ABOVE: Paul Stenhouse speaks to Jack Tame
Jane Wrigglesworth: Natural remedies for better sleep
May 27, 2017 00:38 - 6 minutes - 2.47 MBWithout optimal sleep, we cannot be our best physically or mentally. If you’re having trouble winding down at the end of the day, try one of herbs. Valerian – Be careful, it has the opposite effect on some people. Typically, if you have a hot constitution (you're always in t-shirts when the rest of us are wearing sweaters), you might not be able to take valerian. Plants in the mint family – Lavender, lemon balm, catnip, holy basil, sweet marjoram and skullcap are well known for their sedative...
Francesca Rudkin: The latest Pirates of the Caribean, My Pet Dinosaur
May 27, 2017 00:31 - 6 minutes - 2.51 MBFilm reviewer Francesca Rudkin joins Jack Tame to talk about Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales starring Johnny Depp and Javier Bardem. She also discusses the Australian film My Pet Dinosaur - a welcome change from the constant stream of animated children's films. Read more of Francesca's reviews at the NZ Herald. LISTEN ABOVE: Francesca Rudkin speaks to Jack Tame
Rhys Darby heading to NZ for new show 'Mystic Time Bird'
May 26, 2017 23:48 - 17 minutes - 7.16 MBComedian Rhys Darby has been incredibly busy: he's just wrapped up filming season two of TV show Wrecked, is starring in a sequel to Jumanji and is heading to New Zealand for a 19-show tour. Rhys joined Jack Tame from Los Angeles to talk about his new live show 'Mystic Time Bird' which sees him "turn to the world of ancient mysticism to find answers to the world’s problems" and discover he was a bird in a past life. Find dates and tickets to Mystic Time Bird here. LISTEN ABOVE: Rhys Darby spe...
Kevin Milne: Celebrating this week's rocket launch
May 26, 2017 22:50 - 6 minutes - 2.53 MBKevin Milne doesn't think there was enough attention paid to the launch of a rocket from New Zealand into space - something he finds much more exciting than watching coverage of the Budget. LISTEN ABOVE WATCH: Rocket Lab makes history with successful launch
Catherine Raynes: No Middle Name, Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine
May 20, 2017 12:20 - 4 minutes - 1.83 MBWhitcoulls' Catherine Raynes Jack Tame with her top books of the week. She reviews Jack Reacher: No Middle Name by Lee Child (Penguin $37) and Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman (Harper Collins $35).
Jane Wrigglesworth: Herbs for winter wellness
May 20, 2017 12:09 - 7 minutes - 2.96 MBSage and Thyme There has been a lot of concern in the news lately about the increasing rate of antibiotic resistance. For a natural and effective alternative, try herbal antibiotics. Before antibiotics became widely available, herbs were the main medicine of choice for treating infectious diseases. Many herbs have antimicrobial properties; they inhibit the growth of or eradicate microscopic pathogens. For example, sage and thyme are two common garden herbs that have antibacterial and antivira...
Hannah McQueen: Lessons from young entrepreneurs
May 20, 2017 12:05 - 6 minutes - 2.58 MBHannah McQueen of EnableMe has been working with some 11-year-old business-people and found the lessons they've learnt are applicable at all ages. LISTEN ABOVE: Hannah McQueen speaks to Jack Tame
Malcolm Bruce: Celebrating the music of Cream
May 20, 2017 11:03 - 14 minutes - 5.78 MBJack Tame's special guest this morning was Malcolm Bruce, the son of Cream's singer, songwriter and bassist Jack Bruce. He's in New Zealand to perform in 'Celebrating the music of Cream: 50th anniversary tour'. Find out more at musicofcream.com. The show features Ginger Baker's son Kofi Baker, Jack's son Malcolm Bruce, Eric Clapton's nephew Will Johns. They're joined by Glenn Hughes from Deep Purple, and legendary guitarist Robben Ford. Show details Wellington Opera House Wednesday 31st May ...
Francesca Rudkin: King Arthur, Snatched, Pecking Order
May 20, 2017 10:13 - 7 minutes - 2.83 MBFilm reviewer Francesca Rudkin joins Jack Tame to review King Arthur, Snatched and Pecking Order. Read more of Francesca's reviews at the NZ Herald. WATCH: Documentary-maker Slavko Matinov on his film 'Pecking Order'
Kevin Milne: The stress of buying concert tickets
May 20, 2017 10:12 - 4 minutes - 1.86 MBKevin Milne was tasked with buying three tickets to Ed Sheeran this week and he found it a stressful race to secure them. READ MORE: Ed Sheeran confirms two NZ shows
Jack Tame: 25 years of Shortland Street
May 20, 2017 09:22 - 5 minutes - 2.04 MBThis morning Jack opened his show by celebrating 25 years of Shortland Street and revealing a special guest on the long-running television drama.
Nici Wickes: Double-chocolate & macadamia biscuits
May 20, 2017 08:59 - 6 minutes - 2.47 MBThere's something different about these biscuits – they contain cricket flour! That's right, the latest trend in high protein ingredients includes organically farmed crickets. I've eaten crickets before in both Mexico and Thailand where they are considered a snack, like peanuts. My guess is that we'll be seeing more of us sourcing our protein from insects in the years to come so get a head start with these biscuits! Ingredients Makes 14-18 large biscuits 70 grams each demerara and plain sugar...
Catherine Raynes: No Middle Name, Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine
May 20, 2017 00:20 - 4 minutes - 1.83 MBWhitcoulls' Catherine Raynes Jack Tame with her top books of the week. She reviews Jack Reacher: No Middle Name by Lee Child (Penguin $37) and Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman (Harper Collins $35).
Jane Wrigglesworth: Herbs for winter wellness
May 20, 2017 00:09 - 7 minutes - 2.96 MBSage and Thyme There has been a lot of concern in the news lately about the increasing rate of antibiotic resistance. For a natural and effective alternative, try herbal antibiotics. Before antibiotics became widely available, herbs were the main medicine of choice for treating infectious diseases. Many herbs have antimicrobial properties; they inhibit the growth of or eradicate microscopic pathogens. For example, sage and thyme are two common garden herbs that have antibacterial and antivira...
Hannah McQueen: Lessons from young entrepreneurs
May 20, 2017 00:05 - 6 minutes - 2.58 MBHannah McQueen of EnableMe has been working with some 11-year-old business-people and found the lessons they've learnt are applicable at all ages. LISTEN ABOVE: Hannah McQueen speaks to Jack Tame
Malcolm Bruce: Celebrating the music of Cream
May 19, 2017 23:03 - 14 minutes - 5.78 MBJack Tame's special guest this morning was Malcolm Bruce, the son of Cream's singer, songwriter and bassist Jack Bruce. He's in New Zealand to perform in 'Celebrating the music of Cream: 50th anniversary tour'. Find out more at musicofcream.com. The show features Ginger Baker's son Kofi Baker, Jack's son Malcolm Bruce, Eric Clapton's nephew Will Johns. They're joined by Glenn Hughes from Deep Purple, and legendary guitarist Robben Ford. Show details Wellington Opera House Wednesday 31st May ...
Francesca Rudkin: King Arthur, Snatched, Pecking Order
May 19, 2017 22:13 - 7 minutes - 2.83 MBFilm reviewer Francesca Rudkin joins Jack Tame to review King Arthur, Snatched and Pecking Order. Read more of Francesca's reviews at the NZ Herald. WATCH: Documentary-maker Slavko Matinov on his film 'Pecking Order'