The Long Read from Stuff

How not to walk Te Araroa

After receiving some unfortunate health news, Senior reporter Martin van Beynen planned an adventure that would test his superb tramping skills. What could go wrong?Need more great podcasts? Check out Stuff's full catalogue here.GET IN TOUCHFeedback? We’re listening! Email us at thelongread@stuff.co.nz CREDITSWritten and read by Martin van BeynenProduced by Jen BlackAudio editing by John Ropiha Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How a horse hoof solved a murder

Every murder case has an “aha” moment. It can be anything from a smoking gun to a confession, and sometimes even a hoof print can provide a breakthrough.Need more great podcasts? Check out Stuff's full catalogue here.GET IN TOUCHFeedback? We’re listening! Email us at thelongread@stuff.co.nz CREDITSWritten and read by Deborah MorrisProduced by Jen BlackAudio editing by John Ropiha Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Introducing: TFN - The F#$%ing News with Paddy Gower

The F#$%ing News flips the script on the news - short, upbeat, inspirational and f%$#ing good fun journalism with the nation’s favourite everyman reporter, Paddy Gower.TFN sees Paddy talking to Kiwis who are the good, the great and the brains of our nation.This podcast is hosted by Paddy Gower and Executive Produced by Jon Bridges. It's made in partnership between Stuff and Believer Media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The scars and secrets of forced adoptions

A stolen baby, a student, and the cracking of a 70-year secret. A forced adoption led to scars and secrets. But, thanks to a DNA detective, Di Hill now has the answer to a question she’s been asking forever: Who am I? WARNING: This podcast contains references to sexual assault, which may be distressing for some listeners. For free help, text or call 1737, 24 hours.Need more great podcasts? Check out Stuff's full catalogue here.GET IN TOUCHFeedback? We’re listening! Email us at thelongread@stuff.co.nz CREDITSWritten and read by Paula PenfoldProduced by Jen BlackAudio editing by Connor Scott Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

‘I wish he had hit me’

The 1980 Hague Convention was meant to protect against children being abducted by a parent. Today, it is frequently used by abusive parents to force their partners into an unenviable choice: lose their child or live within reach of their abusers.Need more great podcasts? Check out Stuff's full catalogue here.GET IN TOUCHFeedback? We’re listening! Email us at thelongread@stuff.co.nz CREDITSWritten and read by Maddy CroadProduced by Jen BlackAudio editing by John Ropiha Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices