Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler: Author and Illustrator of The Gruffalo series on the newest instalment 'Gruffalo Granny'

Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler are superstars in the world of children's literacy.  Donaldson's fanciful, perfectly rhyming tales, paired with Scheffler's unmistakable illustrations make them a formidable force.  The Gruffalo is one of the most successful book franchises in history, and they'…

Kevin Milne: Double-decker buses and the joys of public transport for kids

One of Kevin Milne's grandsons had his birthday recently, and to celebrate, they did something slightly unusual.  Instead of a party, they instead took the now four year old on a tour around the Hutt Valley in a London Transport double-decker bus.  He joined Jack Tame to chat about the experience…

Chris Schulz: Unpacking Electric Avenue's line up for 2027

Massive names in music are set to take the stage at Christchurch's Electric Avenue next year.   With hits like "Use Somebody" and "Sex on Fire," American rock band Kings of Leon will headline Hagley Park on Friday February 26.  Scottish DJ Calvin Harris will play the Saturday night stage with tra…

Catherine Raynes: Our Noble Selves and The Pirate Queen

Our Noble Selves by Kate Atkinson   It’s the summer of 1951 and everyone is looking to put the dark days of the war behind them. The government’s solution: The Festival of Britain, a celebration of the country’s creativity, grit and ingenuity.  For foreign correspondent turned war reporter Harry …

Full Show Podcast: 19 September 2026

On the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for Saturday September 19 2026, children's literature superstars Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler speak to us about their newest creation, 'Gruffalo Granny'.  Jack renews his Man Card with a home chainsaw experience.  Resident Evil has hi…

Mike Yardley: Cruising down Queensland's Pacific Coast Way

"For a Queensland holiday with a difference, why not savour a slice of the Pacific Coast Way? Spanning 1800km, from Cairns to Coolangatta, this is like the Sunshine State’s answer to Route 66. Rather than crossing a country, this iconic coastal roadie straddles the full length of one of the world’s…

Dr Dougal Sutherland: The psychology behind fair-weather and die hard sports fans

Why do some people support a team through thick and thin while others are “fair-weather” fans?    On the back of the Warriors loss last week and tomorrow's do or die match, Dr Dougal Sutherland digs into the idea of "BIRGers" and "CORFers".  The foundational concept of BIRGing: Basking in Reflect…

Ruud Kleinpaste: Famous Cherry Blossoms

Over the last few days, I simply couldn’t help but visit the various botanical highlights where flowering trees attract loads of people for a walk.   Years ago, I worked in Japan on a regular basis, where the Cherry Blossoms traditionally attract millions of people having lunch under those magnifi…

Ed McKnight: Financial freedom versus financial peace

While they may sound like the same sentiment, there is a difference between financial freedom and financial peace.   For most people, financial freedom is quite a way down the line, as it gives someone the opportunity to quit working for good and live "freely".  Financial peace on the other hand,…

Paul Stenhouse: Snap releases AR smart glasses, Meta reportedly making a smart glasses version, self-driving car dobbed in passengers' illegal activity

The smart glasses war heats up as Snap releases their new glasses   These are augmented reality glasses, so they will effectively put a screen in front of you. You can interact with the apps using your hands, so you can just reach out and tap an icon or a button. There's a social element too, so y…