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The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin

Newstalk ZB
New Zealand
Pies
Cooking
Microplastics
Oranges
Double Parked
Confetti Illusion
Aging
Girl Falling
Home Truths
Auckland
2024 Paralympic Games
Deadlock
The Kennedys
Brains
Maureen Callahan
Ask Not: the Kennedys and the Women They Destroyed
Molecular Changes
Nanotechnology
Gut Health

News, opinion, analysis, lifestyle and entertainment – we’ve got your Sunday morning listening covered with The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin on Newstalk ZB.

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Lorna Riley
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Francesca Rudkin
Host of a lively and informative talk segment focused on news, lifestyle, and entertainment.

Reviews

3.6 out of 5 stars from 23 ratings
  • Bias just keeps getting worse

    Tuned in again thinking just ‘maybe’ they may have taken account as to why people no longer trust our media. But quite shocked as they have just Doubled down on their far left bias. Always just one biased side covered. Very annoying and disappointing, media in NZ have created there own demise.

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    janOnz
    New Zealanda year ago
  • I loved it!💖

    Didn’t listen to it

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    It_Was_Amazing
    United States3 years ago
  • so good

    hi im a francesca too i think us francesca s will take iver the world and we all will have pet cats

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    Frncesca
    United Kingdom5 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the variety of topics and the engaging discussions hosted by Francesca.
Some critique the podcast for its perceived political bias, expressing frustration about the balance of viewpoints presented.
Many find the content entertaining and informative, particularly enjoying guest insights and lifestyle topics.

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Q: What are the benefits of going on a 'fart walk' after meals?
They help digestion, reduce bloating, and are beneficial for maintaining regular bowel movements.
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Q: What impact do you think your participation in The Voice Australia had on your career?
It was a great opportunity for me to test myself and gain international recognition as an artist.
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Dr. Chambers suggests that while some may be concerned, specialists will still have their work as there's a shortage of them.
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Q: How much is it going to cost a patient?
Costs can vary significantly, potentially ranging from hundreds to thousands of dollars, depending on several factors.
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Q: What kind of training will be offered to GPs to undertake diagnosis and treatment of ADHD?
There are various training options available, such as sessions from the College of GPs and universities, although some criticisms of the training have been raised.

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