Rnz: Afternoons With Jesse Mulligan

As the cost of everything rises - how do we start to put some savings aside ? Katy Gosset meets a first time saver and mother of four who shares the tips that helped her.

Over our lifetimes, we will eat 70 metric tons of food. So many of our health problems, from type 2 diabetes to dementia, can be traced to problems converting food into energy says Dr Casey Means. She says metabolism is one of the most important and least understood factors in our overall health. Her new book explains the connection between health and cells that aren't creating and using energy properly. The book is called Good Energy: The Surprising Connection Between Metabolism and Limitless Health.

Brad Foster reports Australia could become the world's first country to ban the purchase of vapes outside pharmacies from July 1. He also reports on a world first research study on how festivals and events can reunite a community after a devastating event, and explains why the world's most popular YouTuber is in Sydney this week.

Today Claire talks to Mark about At the Grand Glacier Hotel by Laurence Fearnley, The Garden Against Time by Olivia Laing and Tarot by Jake Arthur.

This week owner and managing director of Vertech IT Services Dan Watson talks to Mark about the tech that's been in the news.

The fifth annual whale and dolphin count takes place this weekend. Whale and Dolphin Watch New Zealand are encouraging people to rack up the sightings and contribute to the knowledge around our marine mates.

In Southland, a repair shop style initiative is not only proving popular, but also helping fund community improvement projects. It's hosted by local cooperative The Pantry, which funds urban rejuvenation organisation South Alive.

Matariki weekend will see the 25th anniversary of Whenua Hou or Codfish Island predator free sanctuary. It's been a remarkable success, pulling kakapo from the jaws of extinction as well as helping other species.

Real life for women in midlife shouldn't include comparisons to Jennifer Aniston says health journalist Niki Bezzant. Her new book is called The Everything Guide: Hormones, health and happiness in menopause, midlife and beyond.

Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting out, today's expert feature is for you. The aptly named Gus Flower is the operations manager at Hamilton Gardens, one of our most varied and renowned public gardens.

This week for NZ Made vinyl album buffs around the motu will be pleased as our guest makes high end turn tables from his base in Motueka. The company is called Wand Analogue products and it's run by Simon Brown.

Today Linda speaks to Mark about My Dream Green Home on TVNZ+, The War of the Worlds on TVNZ+ and Outlander on Neon.

A recent joint study by researchers at the Universities of Auckland and Nottingham found that for many female entrepreneurs find difficulties with their work life balance.

As many New Zealanders feel the pinch of rising food prices, an increasing number of communities are returning to the days of bartering for the things they need.  Jessica Keltie helped set up the Kapiti Crop Swap. She speaks to Mark.

The Principal of Waitara High School in Taranaki has changed his mind about the ban on phones in school. Initially the school would allow their year 13s to have their phones with them as they transition into adulthood. But that's changed.

This week's critter, found above the treeline in Ka Tiritiri o te Moana the Southern Alps, highlights the resilience and diversity of our alpine fauna.

Builder Stan Scott is along again this week to help out with any DIY projects. If you have a question for him you can text 2101 or email afternoons@rnz.co.nz.

Julie Biuso has a wonderful recipe for budding young chefs to have go at this week. She's sharing her recipe for Lentil Pie with Puffy Cheese Sauce with Mark.

For NZ Live today we have one of our very own RNZers. Leonard Powell is a producer and journalist for 'First Up', but spends his spare time writing smooth, summery, and often witty songs that we all love.

Kate talks to Mark about two animated films out in time for the school holidays, Despicable Me 4 and Inside Out 2. They also talk about the death of acting legend Donald Sutherland.