University of Auckland researchers, together with Tipu Ora and Lakes DHB, are looking for over 2000 Maori and whanau of Maori from the Lakes DHB region to join the RAUORA  study.  This study compares two similar stop smoking medicines.  Do you smoke but are ready to quit?  Join the study now.  All medication is free: Go to: https://rauora.nihi.auckland.ac.nz/ or freephone: 0800 367 644

Listen Again: Rauora Trial Interview with Norm

Pat Spellman Drive catches up with Global superstar, Shaggy!

Listen Again - Shaggy

TJ Taotua joins Pat Spellman to debut his brand new single on The Heat FM. The boys also talk Gospel Music, Eric Benet and a possible Frank Casey Suit endorsement? ha! Click play and have a listen.

Listen Again: TJ Taotua (Including New Single)

Local up and coming artist S.G took out the Rotorua's Got Talent Competition to score himself a spot on stage performing at Mudtopia and RnV! We caught up with D.G for a quick yarn - click play and enjoy! (Note - the phone line reception is a bit patchy in places - sorry about that!)

Listen Again: S.G (Rotorua's Got Talent Winner)

Former National Party Leader and the Spokesperson for Hobson's Pledge Dr Don Brash recently spoke publicly about hos he strongly dislikes Te Reo Maori being spoken on air RNZ. Pat didn't take too kindly to that position, and dedicated the show to him; after shaing his Whakaaro of course!

Listen Again: Pat dedicated the show to Don Brash

Touch NZ CEO Joe Sprangers joins Pat Spellman to discuss a range of issues in this open, honest and frank sit down interview, conducted at the 2018 E Tu Whanau National Touch Championships.  This is Part 1 of 2.

Joe Sprangers - Touch NZ CEO (Part 1)

Touch NZ CEO Joe Sprangers joins Pat Spellman to discuss a range of issues in this open, honest and frank sit down interview, conducted at the 2018 E Tu Whanau National Touch Championships.  This is Part 2 of 2.

Joe Sprangers - Touch NZ CEO (Part 2/2)

Hon Nanaia Mahuta on Breakfast, talking with Pat Spellman on The Heat 99.1 FM