Saturday Morning With Jack Tame

Does sitting for long periods of time affect your health?   Research shows that long sitting times is linked to a higher risk of early death – but why?  Dr Bryan Betty joined Jack Tame to run through the research, and give a few options for reducing the risk.  LISTEN ABOVE   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apple has launched a more affordable laptop and phone   If you spend a lot of your day on email, browsing the web, or in docs and spreadsheets, this is the machine for you. Designed for the 'everyday' type activities, the Macbook Neo is competing with lower-end Chromebooks and Windows PCs. It does come in one the high side of that market but has a premium feel with its all-aluminium design.   This is the first time Apple has used one of its phone chips in a MacBook. It is able to connect to an external display, has two USB-C ports, and a headphone jack. There are two models – one with TouchID and one without. The only drawback is that it's missing a backlit keyboard. It comes in silver, black, and two fun colours and starts at $NZ1,149.     They also launched the iPhone 17e   Slightly smaller than the iPhone 17, it is missing the wide-angle lens, the 'dynamic island', and 'center stage' feature which keeps you in frame on video calls. But it does have industry leading features like th

Run   Conman. Criminal. Chameleon. Buckle up for a wild ride in the true story of bank robber Brenden Abbott, as he tears through Australia on a brazen spree of heists while dodging capture. Starring our very own George Mason and Robyn Malcolm (TVNZ+).      Scrubs JD and Turk scrub in together for the first time in a long time: Medicine has changed; interns have changed; but their bromance has stood the test of time (Disney+).    LISTEN ABOVE   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There is no easier or cleaner way to cook fish at home. This works with literally every fish you can think of, from boneless fillets to squid or prawns.  Serves: 2    Time: 25 minutes       Ingredients    For the Fish:    2 skin-on fish fillets (snapper, or any white fish)    Fresh herbs (optional)    Salt and black pepper    Oil, for cooking    For the Potato Salad:    500g potatoes, sliced 1cm thick    1 pickle, chopped    1 tbsp capers, chopped    ½ small red onion, thinly sliced    2 tbsp olive oil    1 tbsp white wine vinegar    Fresh herbs like basil or parsley (optional)       Method    Season the fish fillets with salt 5-10 minutes before cooking. Pat them very dry with a paper towel, then rub with oil. Add fresh herbs and pepper to the flesh side if desired.    Bring a pot of heavily salted wat

Sirāt   Luis is traveling through southern Morocco with his son, Esteban. They're searching for his daughter, who has been missing for five months, last seen at a dance festival in the desert. As the pair travel from party to party, they hear of a semi-mythical rave near the border of Mauritania. Descending into the scorched terrain as a not-so-distant global conflict encroaches, Luis and Esteban are soon drawn into a primal landscape in which they must walk a tightrope between heaven and hell.    Tenor: My Name is Pati  The story of Pene Pati and his brother Amitai Pati's journey from Samoa to platinum-selling success in the trio Sol3 Mio, and the world's great opera stages.    LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My wife is Iranian. The only reason she is in New Zealand, the only reason we’re together, the only reason we’re living our safe, peaceful life is her parents had the courage and good fortune to escape a terrible regime. They faced extraordinary persecution in Iran for their beliefs. They still have family back home. To say it’s been an interesting week in our household would be an understatement.   I have been buried in the news – even more than usual. But with all of the confusion and noise that comes in the immediacy of the conflict, there are three components I want to mention this morning which I think are underappreciated.   The first is the asymmetric component. My sense —at least from the US side of things— is that Donald Trump sees this as a conventional war with conventional armies. His jets are bombing their military institutions and defences. His military is targeting their military. His submarine is torpedoing their warship. He said this morning the war will only end when Iran unconditi

The Gambler by J P Pomare  PI Vince Reid is visiting an old friend when he's offered a case he can't refuse: Why did a respected local woman open fire at a political rally, killing a promising young university graduate? It's easy money, he's told. A sure thing.    Spies and Other Gods by John Wolff  This spy thriller is set apart from others by being narrated by a kind of collective voice of MI5 - it's the spies watching the spies.  LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kate Hall shares her tips for environmentally-conscious hiking, making sure that New Zealand's hiking tracks remain green for those who follow. Sustainable tramping & hiking  Borrow or hire gear instead of buying for one trip if you don't hike frequently. Buy second-hand outdoor clothing and equipment. Choose durable, repairable gear over ultracheap options. Pack food in reusable containers or beeswax wraps. Avoid single-serve snack packaging where possible. Take all rubbish home, including food scraps. Stick to tracks to protect ecosystems. Use biodegradable soap and only away from waterways. Choose merino or natural fibres that don’t shed microplastic See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We built a new Tunnel house around Christmas – meaning: we were far too late with our summer crop – just a few plants waited patiently in their pots to be put in the new facility and yes… they are having a go.   Relative warmth in February, March and April gives them ability to grow fruit well into autumn and when they are inside glass houses or tunnel houses they’ll even carry on in early winter. (that’s the situation in Canterbury)  In warmer areas it is usually a lot easier to keep on going; Auckland was a great place to keep the climbers on track.  A Sunny patch in the vegetable garden is probably one of the most important contributing factors. Six or even more hours a day is needed to keep it all going.  This year has been a pain – everything needs adjustment.   In our garden everything is late. But planting sizable tomatoes in early January is rather ridiculous… But there are some things you can do to get some crops in late summer.   It is important to trim the bottom new

On the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for Saturday 28 February 2026, kiwi acting legend Karl Urban joins Jack to discuss his latest action-packed project The Bluff.Jack shares his experience vibe-coding. Nici Wickes delivers a delicious gnocchi recipe. Ruud Kleinpaste chats keeping your tomatoes good for next summer. And, Chris Schulz is at Electric Avenue - he shares how the epic Split Enz reunion went down. Get the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast every Saturday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wine: Askerne Semillon 2021, Hawke's Bay RRP from $23.99  A perfect bouquet of waxy citrus peel and yellow flowers, apple and peach. A seam of dry stone minerality and a gentle fruit spice quality adds complexity and charm. A dry wine with a satin-cream touch on the palate followed by flavours of tree and citrus fruits, quince and a developing complexity.   Lanolin – waxy oily smell and taste- very positive in wine, but zero to do with lanolin oil from woolly animals like sheep.  This wine has great integrity for several days in the fridge and will age well in the cellar also.  The Season: 2025 in Hawkes Bay has the potential to be one the better vintages for most varieties cultivated. A warm and dry Spring led to some early flowering delivering an early harvest and some significant volume. Overall the fruit quality was high and from what I have tasted so far from producers has ranged from very good to down-right outstanding.  The food match: With a young Semillon – oysters can wo

'Beyond the bright lights, city buzz and gorgeous gardens of Hamilton, the mighty Waikato is pitch-perfect for leisurely roadies. It’s a province generously endowed with so many enticements, from Middle-earth in Matamata to wonderland underground in Waitomo. But it’s also the fact that so many of Waikato’s towns are drive-to, not drive-through destinations.' Read Mike's full article here. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The AI companies are in a battle with the US Department of Defense/War  The US government has plans to use AI and wants to work with Anthropic but anthropic isn't so sure. The government wants unrestricted access, no guardrails, no safety protection that is usually built into the Claude chatbot to prevent misuse. Anthropic is especially concerned about using AI to survey the public, and carry out lethal strikes without human involvement.  The DOD/W is threatening to invoke the Defence Production Act - which would force the company to make its product available - or label it a 'supply chain risk' to prevent military suppliers from using it. Anthropic has pointed out that it's a little contradictory to say that it is both essential and not to be used in the same threat.  Open AI is backing Anthropic.    Open AI raised more money - more circular money merry-go-rounds  This time Amazon is throwing them tens of billions of dollars in exchange to use their in-house made chips and the A

Reality Check: Inside America's Next Top Model - (Netflix) Models, judges and "ANTM" insiders — including Tyra Banks — look back at the reality show's complicated legacy in this eye-opening documentary series.  Man on the Run - (Prime Video) Documenting Paul McCartney's extraordinary life following the breakup of The Beatles and how the love he shared with Linda became his bedrock and influenced a journey that would lead to the formation of Wings.  LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Karl Urban has been on our screens for around 3 decades. He made history on New Zealand tv as Shortland Street’s first openly gay character.  And he was introduced to the world as a rider of Rohan in Peter Jackson’s Lord of the Rings.  Karl’s varied acting career has taken him all around the globe and seen him work with some Hollywood legends.  In his latest film The Bluff, he teams up with Priyanka Chopra Jones for the 19th century action thriller following a former pirate who attempts to keep her family safe when her old captain seeks revenge.  He joined Jack to have a chat about his latest role, and his career so far.  LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Baked gnocchi & pumpkin   A gorgeous dish which is one of the easiest ways to get a tasty meal on the table with minimum fuss and maximum flavour and it freezes well too.  Serves 2   Ingredients: ½ butternut pumpkin  1 red onion, sliced thinly  ½ red capsicum, sliced   2 tbsps olive oil   Salt & pepper to season  ½ cup crème fraiche ¾-1 cup vegetable stock 2 tbsps chopped fresh rosemary  250g store-bought gnocchi  Few big handfuls fresh spinach leaves 50g each blue cheese & grated cheddar   Method: Pre-heat oven to 200 C fan bake.   Cut butternut (or other pumpkin) into large bite sized chunks. Toss pumpkin, onions and capsicum in oil and season well with salt and pepper. Roast on a tray for 20-25 minutes or until softened.  In an oven proof dish, whisk together ½ cup sour cream or crème fraiche with ¾ cup liquid vegetable stock and rosemary. Tumble in gnocchi straight from the packet. Add a few handfuls of spinach leaves and

Holy Days - (in cinemas) Starring Miriam Margolyes. Accompanied by a young boy, three unconventional nuns embark on a wild and chaotic road trip across New Zealand to retrieve the deeds to their convent. When an unexpected snowstorm derails their journey, they soon find themselves confronting loss, mortality and the transformative power of love, forgiveness and connection.  How to Make a Killing – (in cinemas) Starring Glen Powell and Margaret Qualley. Disowned at birth by his wealthy family, Becket Redfellow will stop at nothing to reclaim his inheritance, no matter how many relatives stand in his way.  LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin Milne is off to a charity fish auction in Kapiti, which is raising money for the Mary Potter Hospice. He joined Jack to talk about the proceedings, and what to expect from a fish auction.  LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Moana & the Tribe have long been acknowledged for pushing the boundaries of Māori music.   Led by Moana Maniapoto, the band has become one of New Zealand’s most successful Māori bands, creating a fusion of politically charged haka-funk-dub music and performing all over the world.   They’re bringing their global collaboration ‘ONO’ to Tāmaki Makaurau as part of the Auckland Arts Festival, and to mark International Women’s Day.   But this performance is a little bigger than their usual band, Maniapoto telling Jack Tame that she got a bit carried away.   "There is a cast of thousands on stage,” she said.   ‘ONO’ showcases the voice, language, and cultures of six indigenous women from different places Moana & The Tribe has performed, and two of the artists are flying in for the performance – Hawai'i's Kaumakaiwa Kanaka’ole and Australia’s Shellie Morris.   “I’m really excited to have them come and join us.”  “It’s gonna be great, and its a celebration of like, mana wāhin

This weekend marks the end of an era for Splore Festival.  This instalment of the annual boutique music and arts festival at Auckland's Orere Point will be the last.  After nearly 30 years, ticket sales fell and it became too difficult for owner John Minty to fund alone.  Chris Schulz is attending this weekend’s festivities, and joined Jack Tame to chat about the festival’s tragic ending.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.