On the Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin Full Show Podcast for Sunday 10th November 2024, Matty Matheson is best known to Kiwis as Neil Fak on Emmy Award winning show The Bear, but he's actually the only cast member who is a real chef. Matty joins Francesca to talk about how he got involved in the show and how he's finding acting.

Author Oliver Burkeman talks about how we need to accept our life is finite and the key to improving your life is to accept you are never going to fix it.

Helen Clark foundation Kali Mercier shares her report questioning who should pay for future insurance premium increases due to climate change risk.

Dr Michelle Dickinson shares the science around aging and standing on one foot.

And the panel gives their verdict on whether Donald Trump will be a better president than Joe Biden.

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On the Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin Full Show Podcast for Sunday 10th November 2024,&nbsp;Matty Matheson is best known to Kiwis as Neil Fak on Emmy Award winning show The Bear, but he's actually the only cast member who is a real chef.<a href="https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/the-sunday-session/audio/matty-matheson-celebrity-chef-and-actor-talks-new-role-in-the-bear-and-new-cookbook/"> Matty joins Francesca to talk about how he got involved in the show and how he's finding acting.</a>
Author Oliver Burkeman <a href="https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/the-sunday-session/audio/oliver-burkeman-author-reveals-unexpected-secrets-for-improving-your-life-in-new-book/">talks about how we need to accept our life is finite and the key to improving your life is to accept you are never going to fix it.</a>
Helen Clark foundation Kali Mercier<a href="https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/the-sunday-session/audio/kali-mercier-wsp-fellow-and-helen-clark-foundation-deputy-director-on-the-future-of-insurance-premiums-amid-climate-change/"> shares her report questioning who should pay for future insurance premium increases due to climate change risk.</a>
Dr Michelle Dickinson <a href="https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/the-sunday-session/audio/dr-michelle-dickinson-nanotechnologist-reveals-what-standing-on-one-leg-can-say-about-your-health/">shares the science around aging and standing on one foot.</a>
And the panel gives their verdict on <a href="https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/the-sunday-session/audio/the-sunday-panel-will-trump-be-a-better-leader-than-biden/">whether Donald Trump will be a better president than Joe Biden.</a>
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Full Show Podcast: 10 November 2024

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Time of the Child by Niall Williams. Set in a small Irish village, this tells the story of Dr Jack Troy who lives quietly with his unmarried daughter Ronnie. Their lives are changed forever just before Christmas in 1962 when an abandoned baby is found and handed to him, and instead of passing the child on to the correct authorities he finds he simply cannot give her up. I cannot say enough how wonderful this book is - it’s a masterclass in writing and I thought it was sublime.

The Voice Inside by John Farnham. The famous Australian singer - who still holds the record for the biggest selling album ever in Australia (Whispering Jack) has written a memoir about his life and career, and about triumph over adversity. There was a period where his record company turned their backs on him and it looked as though his career might be over, but he managed a comeback - and has also survived a nasty cancer scare. Listeners may recall that his song The Voice was used as the anthem for the referendum held last year, and brought him to a whole new prominence. Above all, he’s a proud survivor. 

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Time of the Child by Niall Williams. Set in a small Irish village, this tells the story of Dr Jack Troy who lives quietly with his unmarried daughter Ronnie. Their lives are changed forever just before Christmas in 1962 when an abandoned baby is found and handed to him, and instead of passing the child on to the correct authorities he finds he simply cannot give her up. I cannot say enough how wonderful this book is - it’s a masterclass in writing and I thought it was sublime.
The Voice Inside by John Farnham. The famous Australian singer - who still holds the record for the biggest selling album ever in Australia (Whispering Jack) has written a memoir about his life and career, and about triumph over adversity. There was a period where his record company turned their backs on him and it looked as though his career might be over, but he managed a comeback - and has also survived a nasty cancer scare. Listeners may recall that his song The Voice was used as the anthem for the referendum held last year, and brought him to a whole new prominence. Above all, he’s a proud survivor.&nbsp;
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Whitcoulls Recommends: Time of the Child and The Voice Inside

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Travelling internationally to run a marathon might not be on everyone's bucket list, but it's a growing trend.

People come from far and wide to take part in the seven World Major Marathons - which take place annually in Berlin, Boston, Chicago, London, New York City, Tokyo, and most recently, Sydney.

 BloggerAtLarge writer Megan Singleton says there's plenty of marathons all over the world you can experience outside of these seven, including annual marathons at Disney World or across the Great Wall of China.

Read more about Megan's picks for the best - and weirdest - international marathons here. 

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Travelling internationally to run a marathon might not be on everyone's bucket list, but it's a growing trend.
People come from far and wide to take part in the seven World Major Marathons - which take place annually in Berlin, Boston, Chicago, London, New York City, Tokyo, and most recently, Sydney.
&nbsp;BloggerAtLarge writer Megan Singleton says there's plenty of marathons all over the world you can experience outside of these seven, including annual marathons at Disney World or across the Great Wall of China.
Read more about Megan's picks for the best - and weirdest - international marathons <a href="https://www.bloggeratlarge.com/the-best-marathons-in-the-world/">here.&nbsp;</a>
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Megan Singleton: BloggerAtLarge writer on the international marathons people travel for

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This week on The Sunday Panel, director at Capital and political commentator Ben Thomas and senior PR consultant at One Plus One Communications Damien Venuto joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the week - and more! 

The US election is over and done with, and Donald Trump will be the next President of the United States. Do we think he'll be a good leader - or better than Joe Biden? How can we make the most of a Trump presidency?

Insurance premiums are going up at a rapid rate following an increase in floods and other natural disasters. Who should cover these costs?

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This week on The Sunday Panel, director at Capital and political commentator Ben Thomas and senior PR consultant at One Plus One Communications Damien Venuto joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the week - and more!&nbsp;
The US election is over and done with, and Donald Trump will be the next President of the United States. Do we think he'll be a good leader - or better than Joe Biden? How can we make the most of a Trump presidency?
Insurance premiums are going up at a rapid rate following an increase in floods and other natural disasters. Who should cover these costs?
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The Sunday Panel: Will Trump be a better leader than Biden?

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End-of-year burnout is a concern plenty of us grapple with ahead of the Christmas season - but how can we get ahead of it?

Workplace stress, holiday obligations, self-reflection and all the anxieties that come with those can contribute to the stressful feelings.

Naturopath and wellness expert Erin O'Hara says it's an important time to prioritise self-care and healthy habits - without adding to the seasonal to-do list.

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End-of-year burnout is a concern plenty of us grapple with ahead of the Christmas season - but how can we get ahead of it?
Workplace stress, holiday obligations, self-reflection and all the anxieties that come with those can contribute to the stressful feelings.
Naturopath and wellness expert Erin O'Hara says it's an important time to prioritise self-care and healthy habits - without adding to the seasonal to-do list.
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Erin O'Hara: Naturopath and wellness expert on treating end-of-year burnout

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Beyonce is set to dominate at the 2025 Grammy Awards, as she's leading the pack with 11 nominations.

It's already a history-making moment for Beyonce - she and her husband Jay-Z were originally tied on 88 nominations, but now she's pulled ahead as the most-nominated artist of all time at the Grammys.

Flicks.co.nz editor Steve Newall says the other nominees for February's event include Charli XCX, Post Malone, Billie Eilish, Kendrick Lamar, Sabrina Carpenter, Chappell Roan and Taylor Swift.

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Beyonce is set to dominate at the 2025 Grammy Awards, as she's leading the pack with 11 nominations.
It's already a history-making moment for Beyonce - she and her husband Jay-Z were originally tied on 88 nominations, but now she's pulled ahead as the most-nominated artist of all time at the Grammys.
Flicks.co.nz editor Steve Newall says the other nominees for February's event include Charli XCX, Post Malone, Billie Eilish, Kendrick Lamar, Sabrina Carpenter, Chappell Roan and Taylor Swift.
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Steve Newall: Flicks.co.nz editor on Beyonce leading the 2025 Grammy Awards nominations

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Author Oliver Burkeman's new book offers readers a reality check on their own limitations - and reveals there's benefits to knowing how finite life is.

Meditations for Mortals: Four Weeks to Embrace Your Limitations and Make Time for What Counts tells readers there's a limited time frame to get everything done - and that it's okay to embrace your personal limitations in reaching your goals.

Burkeman says people often distract themselves by thinking about the 'one day' in the future where they'll be on top of things and figure out their lives, but that day often never comes.

"It sort of keeps alive that fantasy where maybe we don't have to feel what it is to be a limited, finite human - which is uncomfortable to face, the truth."

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Author Oliver Burkeman's new book offers readers a reality check on their own limitations - and reveals there's benefits to knowing how finite life is.
Meditations for Mortals: Four Weeks to Embrace Your Limitations and Make Time for What Counts tells readers there's a limited time frame to get everything done - and that it's okay to embrace your personal limitations in reaching your goals.
Burkeman says people often distract themselves by thinking about the 'one day' in the future where they'll be on top of things and figure out their lives, but that day often never comes.
"It sort of keeps alive that fantasy where maybe we don't have to feel what it is to be a limited, finite human - which is uncomfortable to face, the truth."
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Oliver Burkeman: author reveals unexpected secrets for improving your life in new book

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If you're over 50 and can stand on one leg for at least 30 seconds, you may be aging well, according to recent research published in the journal PLOS ONE.

Unipedal balance testing (standing on one leg) is a known measure of neuromuscular aging.  

The study found that as we age, our balance tends to decline more quickly than our walking speed or muscle strength making it a very sensitive predictor of physical ageing. 

In the study, 40 healthy individuals aged over 50 (20 aged under 65, 20 aged 65 and older) underwent tests for walking gait, balance, grip strength, and knee strength.  

During the balance tests, participants stood on force plates for 30 seconds in different positions: 
On both feet with eyes open
On both feet with eyes closed
On their non-dominant leg with eyes open
On their dominant leg with eyes open 

Standing on one leg, particularly the non-dominant leg, showed the highest rate of decline with age. 

Balance is a complex skill that involves muscle strength, visual input, the vestibular system (located in the inner ear), and the somatosensory system, which helps detect and perceive sensations like pain, temperature, and body position. 

The researchers also found that grip strength decreased more rapidly with age than knee strength, making it a better predictor of aging while walking gait which was measured by having participants walk back and forth at their own pace along an 8-meter flat walkway did not change significantly with age. 

Knowing your grip strength and balance time on each leg can be helpful, as you can improve these areas through targeted exercises, reducing your risk of serious injuries as you age as unintentional falls are the leading cause of injury among adults 65 and older, with most falls resulting from a loss of balance. 

So if you want to age gracefully, test your balancing skills and maybe add some strength training to anti-wrinkle cream.

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If you're over 50 and can stand on one leg for at least 30 seconds, you may be aging well, according to recent research published in the journal <a href="https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0310764#sec014">PLOS ONE.</a>
Unipedal balance testing (standing on one leg) is a known measure of neuromuscular aging. &nbsp;
The study found that as we age, our balance tends to decline more quickly than our walking speed or muscle strength making it a very sensitive predictor of physical ageing.&nbsp;
In the study, 40 healthy individuals aged over 50 (20 aged under 65, 20 aged 65 and older) underwent tests for walking gait, balance, grip strength, and knee strength. &nbsp;
During the balance tests, participants stood on force plates for 30 seconds in different positions:&nbsp;
<ol>
<li>On both feet with eyes open</li>
<li>On both feet with eyes closed</li>
<li>On their non-dominant leg with eyes open</li>
<li>On their dominant leg with eyes open&nbsp;</li>
</ol>
Standing on one leg, particularly the non-dominant leg, showed the highest rate of decline with age.&nbsp;
Balance is a complex skill that involves muscle strength, visual input, the vestibular system (located in the inner ear), and the somatosensory system, which helps detect and perceive sensations like pain, temperature, and body position.&nbsp;
The researchers also found that grip strength decreased more rapidly with age than knee strength, making it a better predictor of aging while walking gait which was measured by having participants walk back and forth at their own pace along an 8-meter flat walkway did not change significantly with age.&nbsp;
Knowing your grip strength and balance time on each leg can be helpful, as you can improve these areas through targeted exercises, reducing your risk of serious injuries as you age as unintentional falls are the leading cause of injury among adults 65 and older, with most falls resulting from a loss of balance.&nbsp;
So if you want to age gracefully, test your balancing skills and maybe add some strength training to anti-wrinkle cream.
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Dr Michelle Dickinson: nanotechnologist reveals what standing on one leg can say about your health

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It’s understandable Auckland CBD's retail and hospitality businesses' initial reaction was one of concern after learning Auckland’s train network will close for 96 days in the final push to get the City Rail Link open in 2026. Devastated even.

In years to come, we will take the CRL for granted as a valuable, normal part of a functioning, modern city. But almost a decade of disruption has taken a toll.

This latest news will be triggering for those impacted. Yes, the rail network upgrades have to be done. Yes, better to bite the bullet now than drag this out for even longer. We are all desperate to cut the ribbon on the CRL and get on with life.

But this news came out of the blue. It’s only 7 weeks until the first shut down - from 27th December to 28th January. This is very short notice for businesses preparing for what they hope will be a busy summer season.  

It's frustrating. What helps manage the pain is how you consult, communicate information, and prepare for the inconvenience.

AT said there will be extra buses to accommodate passengers during the rail closures, but acknowledges special events will be challenging. New Year's Eve, Sail GP, and the ASB Classic are all held over summer period when there will be train stoppages. Honestly, and I know it’s hard for some of you to believe, but Auckland is a great place to be over summer. As long as you can get around.  

It’s not like a sold out concert at Eden Park isn’t challenging enough now for public transport. Which is something the CRL will improve. 

And this is the issue at the heart of it all - new infrastructure can breathe life into a city or region, we just don’t want to live through the nightmare of building it.  

This is not just an Auckland problem. The Government has announced its preferred plan for Wellington is to build two new tunnels to funnel large numbers of cars into the central city. Thats going to be disruptive. I was in Christchurch this week, where there is real excitement about the stadium and the growth of the city - but what a ordeal the last 13 years have been.  

This week, Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop released a discussion document which outlines the Infrastructure Commission’s thinking for developing a 30 year National Infrastructure Plan. The idea is to create a bipartisan approach to infrastructure, to plan, fund and deliver what the country needs - but also what it can afford.  

It's a good, forward thinking, organised approach to infrastructure - the plan should be delivered by the end of 2025. It will provide a pipeline, which gives us a much clearer view of upcoming projects and an understanding of what’s involved for those impacted.

So, bring on the upgrades and improvements to our infrastructure, but bring the people along with you. It's not that hard, the Government must consult, communicate and - this is a really important bit-  compensate those adversely impacted. 

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It’s understandable Auckland CBD's retail and hospitality businesses' initial reaction was one of concern after learning Auckland’s train network will close for 96 days in the final push to get the City Rail Link open in 2026. Devastated even.
In years to come, we will take the CRL for granted as a valuable, normal part of a functioning, modern city. But almost a decade of disruption has taken a toll.
This latest news will be triggering for those impacted. Yes, the rail network upgrades have to be done. Yes, better to bite the bullet now than drag this out for even longer. We are all desperate to cut the ribbon on the CRL and get on with life.
But this news came out of the blue. It’s only 7 weeks until the first shut down - from 27th December to 28th January. This is very short notice for businesses preparing for what they hope will be a busy summer season. &nbsp;
It's frustrating. What helps manage the pain is how you consult, communicate information, and prepare for the inconvenience.
AT said there will be extra buses to accommodate passengers during the rail closures, but acknowledges special events will be challenging. New Year's Eve, Sail GP, and the ASB Classic are all held over summer period when there will be train stoppages. Honestly, and I know it’s hard for some of you to believe, but Auckland is a great place to be over summer. As long as you can get around. &nbsp;
It’s not like a sold out concert at Eden Park isn’t challenging enough now for public transport. Which is something the CRL will improve.&nbsp;
And this is the issue at the heart of it all - new infrastructure can breathe life into a city or region, we just don’t want to live through the nightmare of building it. &nbsp;
This is not just an Auckland problem. The Government has announced its preferred plan for Wellington is to build two new tunnels to funnel large numbers of cars into the central city. Thats going to be disruptive. I was in Christchurch this week, where there is real excitement about the stadium and the growth of the city - but what a ordeal the last 13 years have been. &nbsp;
This week, Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop released a discussion document which outlines the Infrastructure Commission’s thinking for developing a 30 year National Infrastructure Plan. The idea is to create a bipartisan approach to infrastructure, to plan, fund and deliver what the country needs - but also what it can afford. &nbsp;
It's a good, forward thinking, organised approach to infrastructure - the plan should be delivered by the end of 2025. It will provide a pipeline, which gives us a much clearer view of upcoming projects and an understanding of what’s involved for those impacted.
So, bring on the upgrades and improvements to our infrastructure, but bring the people along with you. It's not that hard, the Government must consult, communicate and - this is a really important bit-&nbsp; compensate those adversely impacted.&nbsp;
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Francesca Rudkin: We all want new infrastructure - but this is getting frustrating

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Great Meatloaf 

Cook time: 1 hour 

Prep time: 30 minutes 

Serves: 6-8

1 white onion, finely diced  

500g pork mince  

500g beef mince  

1 ½ cups grated courgettes 

2 cloves garlic  

½ tsp white pepper  

1 tbsp Dijon mustard  

1 cup breadcrumbs  

½ milk  

2 tbsp vegetable oil  

1 egg  

6 tbsp grated Parmesan  

8 slices Parma ham or thin bacon  

½ cup roughly chopped parsley, thyme and rosemary

To serve - homemade tomato sauce, grated parmesan cheese, keep a little bit of parsley for garnish

Preheat oven to 180*.

Combine the breadcrumbs and milk and allow to soften. Heat a fry pan and slowly fry the onion and garlic until soft. 

Take a tea towel and place the grated courgettes into the centre, bundle up the courgette and squeeze out as much water as possible.  

In a large bowl, combine the mince, breadcrumbs, mustard, garlic, onion, mixed herbs, courgettes and season well. 

Lightly oil a loaf tin and line with the Parma ham, overlapping slightly. Press in the meat filling, folding over the remaining Parma ham over the top. Cover with tinfoil and bake for 30 minutes before removing the tinfoil and continue to cook for a further 30 minutes  

After this time, pull out the meatloaf and lightly press down with a chopping board and allow to cool.  

To serve: Turn out the meatloaf into a roasting tray and pour over the tomato sauce. Top with grated parmesan and grill in the oven until golden. Top with chopped parsley. 

Enjoy!

<h2>Great Meatloaf&nbsp;</h2>
Cook time: 1 hour&nbsp;
Prep time: 30 minutes&nbsp;
Serves: 6-8
1 white onion, finely diced &nbsp;
500g pork mince &nbsp;
500g beef mince &nbsp;
1 ½ cups grated courgettes&nbsp;
2 cloves garlic &nbsp;
½ tsp white pepper &nbsp;
1 tbsp Dijon mustard &nbsp;
1 cup breadcrumbs &nbsp;
½ milk &nbsp;
2 tbsp vegetable oil &nbsp;
1 egg &nbsp;
6 tbsp grated Parmesan &nbsp;
8 slices Parma ham or thin bacon &nbsp;
½ cup roughly chopped parsley, thyme and rosemary
To serve - homemade tomato sauce, grated parmesan cheese, keep a little bit of parsley for garnish
Preheat oven to 180*.
Combine the breadcrumbs and milk and allow to soften. Heat a fry pan and slowly fry the onion and garlic until soft.&nbsp;
Take a tea towel and place the grated courgettes into the centre, bundle up the courgette and squeeze out as much water as possible. &nbsp;
In a large bowl, combine the mince, breadcrumbs, mustard, garlic, onion, mixed herbs, courgettes and season well.&nbsp;
Lightly oil a loaf tin and line with the Parma ham, overlapping slightly. Press in the meat filling, folding over the remaining Parma ham over the top. Cover with tinfoil and bake for 30 minutes before removing the tinfoil and continue to cook for a further 30 minutes &nbsp;
After this time, pull out the meatloaf and lightly press down with a chopping board and allow to cool. &nbsp;
To serve: Turn out the meatloaf into a roasting tray and pour over the tomato sauce. Top with grated parmesan and grill in the oven until golden. Top with chopped parsley.&nbsp;
Enjoy!

Mike Van de Elzen: Great Meatloaf

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