In this series, we will hear from young local performers as they explore how they express their cultural identities through creative performance – from traditional songs to original compositions.
This series has been made possible with the support from the Dunedin City Council Creative Communities Scheme and New Zealand on Air.
1 – Hermione Hai
2 – Keira Wallace
3 – Soana Pole
4 – Thanuja Luxmanan
5 – Poppy Mitchell
Fridays @ 5pm
Clinton, Jasmine and Timothy present the Samoan Youth show covering interesting information and important issues young people may be facing in Dunedin.
You can also listen to Lupe Fetala’i and Lupe o le Talalelei.
Friday 15th October @ 12pm
Replayed Wednesday 21st Oct @ 5pm
and Friday 23rd Oct @ 12pm
In this podcast Claire, Jeremy, Casey and Grace talk about their current exhibtion at Otago Museum. This student created exhibtion covers a wide aspect of climate issues from experiences with Schools Strike for Climate, to the impacts of Climate Inequality. Check it out at The Beautiful Science Gallery on the second floor of Otago Museum from 3rd Oct to 1st Nov, and reappering from 16th Nov to 4th Dec 2020.
School students from around Ōtepoti share their stories.
16th October 2020 – Opoho School
4th September 2020 – Helping support local businesses is the mission of these Mornington School students. In the wake of the pandemic challenges, Room 14 asked, “How can we help?”. This class has been empowered to contribute to their community as healthy, resilient thinkers.
14th July 2020 – Ākonga from North East Valley and George Street Normal Schools share their songs and stories about Matariki.
Radio Shows and Podcasts created by Dunedin Schools
Nicholas, Imogen, Claudia and Edward get into Christmas spirit with a NICE radio show for you.
The DNI GLaM Syndicate has been focusing on the many forms of storytelling this term. You can hear their stories in their classroom shows and check out a DNI Assembly presented by the students of Rooms 1, 3 and 4.
DNI on Air – Rm 1
The students of Rm1, share their narratives, focusing on myths and legends and social studies investigations
DNI on Air – Rm 3
Rm 3 students worked in groups to create and present their stories including short films and a radio play.
DNI on Air -Rm 4
Can you work out truth from fiction in these narratives from the students of Rm 4
DNI Assembly Broadcast
27 September, 2019 school assembly presented by the GLaM Syndicate
Some students from Opoho School have been joining us at the station to learn about radio and plan and create their own radio shows. Just listen to the results!
OAR FM visits Dunedin Schools kapa haka groups as they get ready for Polyfest in honour of Te Marama Pūoru Waiata Māori (Māori Music Month)
Grant’s Braes – Tuakana
Kavanagh College – Ngā Whetū
Tīrama Tēina
Opoho School – Te Kura o Opoho
Otago Boys and Otago Girls High School – Wairua Puhou
Tahuna – Taiopeka
Three groups of young scientists from Balmacewen Intermediate created these radio show podcasts as part of their mission to engage and inspire younger scientists. Take a listen and get some ideas for experiments you can do at home!
A social history series by the students of East Taieri School, hosted by Olive, Matilda, Oliver and RebeccaEpisode 1: Children from East Taieri School got to interview a group of older ladies during their meet up day, thanks to Mosgiel Elderly Care Trust.
Episode 2: Children from East Taieri School interview their older family members to understand what life was like when they were young.
Episode 3: Chelsea interviews Margaret and starts a discussion with family about how life has changed over the years for women in New Zealand.
Episode 4: Kellyn interviews her grandmother, Jenny as part of East Taieri Schools social history investigation around the 125th Anniversary of Woman getting the vote in New Zealand.
Hear the participants of the Peripatus Schools Project talk about what they are doing as part of the project and why, as well as hear some of their findings so far. Dr C and the teachers talk about the project background and discuss why hands-on, real science is important for children.
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Radio shows created by the media studies classes at Otago Girls’ High School
Visiting French and Spanish exchange students present an hour of music and commentary.
Radio Shows and Podcasts created by Kings High School Students.
Every Second Monday @ 4pm on Youth Zone
Join Rose and Ashlee for a rundown of what is happening for young creatives in Dunedin. Upcoming events, interviews, music and much more!
Every Second Thursday @ 3pm
Mtiv8Talks is a show created by a diverse range of young people in Dunedin discussing issues that we face today. Join us for topics ranging from social media, to women in tech, surviving high school, mental health, gender issues, employment and much more.
You can follow mtiv8 on Facebook – facebook.com/mtiv8.me/
Every Second Monday @ 4:30 pm
Join Rupert and Esmé as they explore their favourite aspects of science.
Studio Vignettes – an Exhibition and Readings
Curated by Isla Thomas, Studio Vignettes was designed as a hub for students and young people to showcase their own and experience each other’s work, including small books or zines.
In this event we will hear from a few of the artists involved in the exhibition.
Fear Factor – Covering yourself in snakes for fun
In this panel discussion and reading, Eliana Gray, Jordan Hamel and a panel of terrified guests discuss what they are really afraid of.
Please Note, this recording includes strong language.
Story and Spirit, Language and Heart
This panel discussion, moderated by Fran Kewene, consists of Eva Grace Mullaley and Zac James from Yirra Yaakin Theatre Company, and Jess Thompson Carr (aka Maori Mermaid). The topic: How language and culture shapes our story telling.