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Ted talk curator Chris Anderson believes this mantra can remedy some of the world's biggest problems. His book is called Infectious Generosity: The Ultimate Idea Worth Spreading.

Today's Monday Expert Feature is on Customs - what happens behind the scenes at our borders - airports, marine ports, and postal service. We speak to Customs Group Manager, Intelligence, Investigations and Enforcement Terry Brown.

For Made in NZ today we're heading to Auckland's Wellesley street, the home of Holiday Records. Opened in 2018 it bought vinyl pressing back to our shores for the first time since the EMI plant closed down in 1987.

Today Claire talks to Jesse about Feud: Capote vs The Swans on Neon, One Day on Netflix and Boy Swallows Universe, also on Netflix.

Sandra Morris is currently artist in residence at Wellington Botanic Garden ki Paekaka, where she is hosting workshops and exploring the relationships between birds, insects, and plants through watercolours and journalling.

Auckland's Manurewa High School is rolling out fresh desks in their new science block. They are made from completely recycled plastics, and are designed go the distance. Rui Peng, speaks to Jesse.

Where do you think the best place to live in New Zealand is? Well after 27 years, Hamilton has overtaken Tauranga as New Zealand's fastest growing city, according to the latest data from Stats NZ. We speak to Paula Southgate.

This week's critter is one of our most endangered trees: the maire tawake or swamp maire, Syzgium maire. This rare tree only grows in swamp forests in warmer parts of Aotearoa.

Builder Stan Scott is back this week to help with handy hints for any DIY projects you might have. If you have a question for him you can text 2101 or email afternoons@rnz.co.

Today Julie Biuso shares a recipe for what she calls the "best ever" bacon and egg pie. The version of the picnic favourite Julie makes is richer than others with a light and fluffy filling.

Today Dom talks to Mark about The Zone of Interest, Drive-Away Dolls and horror film Baghead.

Freaky Friday is back again with two ghostly encounters from one of our listeners. Teresa has been to one of the most haunted places in the world. She shares her spooky story with Mark.