Otago Access Radio Podcasts

Come along for the ride as Tony Nielsen celebrates the music of blues legends such as Little Walter, Robert Johnson, BB King, Paul Butterfield, Muddy Waters, Freddie King, Taj Mahal, Howlin’ Wolf and many more – you get the picture?

Chris Ford from the Disabled Persons Assembly (DPA) covers news and issues.

Artsenta is a shared studio for people within the mental health community. This show is hosted by users of the Artsenta facility and features music and updates on Artsenta initiatives.

A weekly ecumenical programme of worship every Sunday at 8:30am presented by Dunedin's inner city ministries.

Tim presents an hour of African and African-influenced music, from Afro-beat to reggae and spoken-word pieces.

Christine and Beth explore our city's rich literary heritage, with people who are passionate about the printed word. Thanks to Dunedin Athenaeum Library and Mechanics Institute

Spotlight on legal issues affecting our daily lives. Supported by the Faculty of Law at the University of Otago

Marvin Hubbard presents an hour of interesting and eclectic and topical radio. Marvin interviews a wide range of people from religious leaders and teachers through to ecological activists and touring musicians.

A radio show and podcast by Arina Aizal, on stories of women with international backgrounds on their cultural identities, belonging, wellbeing and passions in Aotearoa.

Information, support and entertainment for tina and tamaitai Samoa every fortnight. Hosted by Christine Anesone and Erolia Rooney.

Debbie Roe from Livingwell - Disability Resource Centre brings you information about the services that they provide.

Vanakkam Tamizha celebrates the richness of Tamil language and culture, and uniting Tamil communities in Dunedin and wider Otago region. Tune in weekly on Tuesdays at 7pm.

Want to hear more from your favourite female singers and songwriters? Music from the likes of the 80s goddess Sharon O'Neill to the contemporary sounds of Grimes. Music by women. Why wouldn't you?

A show from the Asthma Society, discussing breathing problems.

Dunedin artists Ron Esplin and Andy Cook present tips and info for budding artists, as well as music with an arty theme.

Arasan FM brings you news and current events in Dunedin, Otago region and wider New Zealand. This will focus on current affairs, interviews and news for a cohesive and united Tamil communities in the Otago Region.

Hamro Awaz – the voice of the Nepali and Bhutanese community in Dunedin. Music, discussion and information, every Tuesday at 6pm. Created by the Dunedin Nepalese Society.

Great music from across the genres, across the decades and across the globe. Explore the backstories of the tracks and artists as we follow the strands that connect them.

Faatalofa atu ile 'au faafofoga, ole tautua lenei ale Fonofaufautua a Samoa i otago. O mea o tutupu i o tatou laufanua faapea o tatou nuu tuaoi i aso Gafua ta'itasi Faafetai

The Listening Room – a welcoming space for lovers of classical music. Listen as Ken Young, 2020 Mozart Fellow at University of Otago, introduces a varied suite of classical pieces. Thanks to the School of Performing Arts, University of Otago.

Join Spencer Hall each week as he takes the pulse of Ōtepoti Dunedin's creative scene. Interviews and commentary on Visual Arts, Theatre, Dance, Music and More. Welcome to Arts Hub!

The programme takes a look at what makes Dunedin the nation's heritage capital. The wonderful stock of historic buildings will be explored, as well as early European settlement, Maori life in past centuries and tales of gold. Thanks to the Southern Heritage Trust

Your monthly guide to the visual arts in Dunedin and beyond. Join presenter Sally McMillan in conversation with art creators, collectors, conservators, and curators. Proudly brought to you by the Dunedin Public Art Gallery Society.

Join the station's Community Connector Arina Aizal every Friday noon for the new Connecting Cultures Features live show! Featuring interviews with the multicultural people of Dunedin and our amazing Connecting Cultures broadcasters.

Connections aims to provide a quality needs-based service for people with disabilities and is committed to the philosophies of empowerment and inclusion. They present an hour of music on this entertaining show.

Local musician John Egenes hosts a hot-pickin’ hour of roots, folk and country music along with news of local gigs and chats with guests from around the globe.

Monday morning-tea time is now all about sharing memories with you, old and new, of life in Dunedin. Bringing you stories, interviews and music from times past, and inviting you to share your memories with us. Presented by Jill Bowie and Kay Mercer, the team behind Dunedin Public Libraries' Scattered Seeds archive, thanks to generous funding by the New Zealand Libraries Partnership Project.

An hour of nostalgia with your hosts Jimmy, Lyza and Special Guests.

Say what you like, music just sounds better at 33rpm . . . Join Steve as he trawls through his record collection to bring you the best from the late ’60s and the ’70s. Well known and not-so-well-known songs from the likes the Beatles, the Doors, Cream, Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, the Allman Brothers and many more, spinning from the decks of OAR FM.

Sharing tips and practical advice on the management of a range of healthcare matters. Take the time with Peter Barron to explore some of the bigger issues around health and wellbeing, in simple easy language we can all understand.

The Otago Multiple Sclerosis Society is a not-for-profit organisation, devoted to supporting people with MS, along with their families and carers. Join MS Otago Field Officer, Valerie Wilson - for discussion on the challenges that people with MS face and the support available in our community. Proudly supported by MS Otago. http://www.msotago.org.nz/

Telugu is one of the sweetest languages spoken in the southern part of India – known as the Italian of the East due to its melodic nature. Listen to Telugu songs that are rich in music and meaning, and hear more about this beautiful place, on Namasthe Telugu with Sasi Bhushan.

Shane plays great tracks from the 50s, 60, and 70s thanks to CCT

Ever wonder about the stories of women around you? We wanted to create an intentional space for women to share the wisdom they have gained through their life experiences. Tune in to be in awe of some Wonder Women in our midst.

The Dunedin Senior Chinese Association shares their experience living in Dunedin as seniors, and what they know about Chinese culture.

Rosa brings you the best and the worst - filled with interviews, discussion and music for the after school audience

Join Leo as he tackles a new topic each episode – covering a wide range of topics and issues that young people face every day. Speaking up for your rights, Engagement with Politics, Mental Health, Celebrating Achievements, Maori

News, Updates and Interviews from the current members of the Dunedin Youth Council.

Blowing Bubbles brings you positive conversations with people in their bubbles around the world. How are people living their bubble lives, working from home, keeping kids entertained, staying connected and getting exercise? And how are these things presenting us with opportunities to find new ways of living? Every weekday the Sustainable Lens team of Samuel Mann, Shane Montague-Gallagher and Mawera Karetai reach out from their bubbles to chat with interesting and positive people around the w ...

Science Notes is hosted by Dr David A. McMorran of the Chemistry Department at Otago University. He interviews science graduates about their interests and studies.

Award winning crime writer Vanda Symon hosts this show on behalf of the Otago-Southland branch of the NZ Society of Authors. Every month she interviews a local or international writer about their current projects and the process of writing.

Empowerment and motivation through music, art, interviews, and jazz hands

Join Jayden, Jaiyushka and Lily for a weekly celebration of what young people from all nationalities are up to in Dunedin.

Do you do and say things when drinking you regret the next day? Is alcohol a problem for you or someone you care about? Every Four Weeks, Tonto presents the AA Live, brought to you by Alcoholics Anonymous. Find out how people just like you found sobriety in AA. If you would like to get in contact with AA you can use the following methods: Phone – 0800 229 6757 Website – www.aa.org.nz Local Website – aaotago.org.nz Post – Box 6115, Dunedin North, Dunedin 9059

Join Kiho and special guests for a celebration of Korean culture and music. Every Second Tuesday on OAR FM’s Connecting Cultures Zone. Brought to you by the Dunedin Korean Society.

Listen as Fletcher brings you music, chat, and segments like you’ve never heard before and a new show will be added every fortnight on the OAR FM website and on the Youth Zone app.