FIRSTWhat Mazbou Q’s sleep paralysis demon said to himThe rapper and producer tells FIRST about a chilling childhood encounter with a sleep demon, his love for the classic website stickdeath.com and more. 29 Jun 20223:58
Lynley Dodd: Writing the Pictures, Painting the WordsTrailer – Lynley Dodd: Writing the Pictures, Painting the WordsDive into the whimsical, wonderful world of Hairy Maclary creator and Aotearoa’s most beloved children’s author Lynley Dodd in Writing the Pictures, Painting the Words. Full documentary out July 5. 23 Jun 20220:30
FIRSTWhat Matty McLean learned from the All BlacksThe Breakfast host tells FIRST about the first dance he learned, the first time he played rugby and the lesson he was taught by two All Blacks legends. 22 Jun 20225:00
FIRSTWhen Lucy Suttor met Moko the dolphinLucy from Dick Move tells FIRST the romantic story behind her first tattoo, her bucket-hatted celebrity crush and the time she swam with a celebrity dolphin. 15 Jun 20224:49
FIRSTWhy Viva La Dirt League never fightRowan and Adam from Viva La Dirt League tell FIRST about conceptual surf lifesaving, post-club cuisine and why they’ve never fought. 8 Jun 20223:38
FIRSTA ghost changed Reb Fountain’s lifeThe singer-songwriter tells FIRST about her catchy first song, her bizarre porn name, taking advice from a ghost and more. 1 Jun 20224:43
FIRSTNatalie Samy’s Valentine’s Day disasterThe comedian tells FIRST about what made her stop playing tennis, her bad bitch grandma and how she escaped an embarrassing Valentine’s Day blunder. 25 May 20224:43
FIRSTChurch & AP’s wildest fan interactionThe hip hop duo tell FIRST about the first thing they got in trouble for, the reason behind their fake screen name and the wildest fan reaction they’ve ever had. 18 May 20225:16
Scratched: Aotearoa's Lost Sporting LegendsErin Baker’s wild ride to world championWhen triathlete Erin Baker couldn’t remove a punctured bike tyre during a race, she pulled it off with her teeth. This is the story of a world champion who was prepared to do whatever it took to succeed. 17 May 202215:09
Scratched: Aotearoa's Lost Sporting LegendsSheree Taylor’s woodchopping powerShe paved the way for NZ women to compete in the male-dominated sport of woodchopping, winning countless titles along the way. But of all her wins, there’s one that stands out as especially meaningful. 17 May 202212:42
Scratched: Aotearoa's Lost Sporting LegendsKoko Ibaraki, pole dancing warriorShe’s regarded as one of the sport’s best, competing around the world – but Koko Ibaraki didn’t enter her first pole dancing competition until she was almost 40. 17 May 202210:11
Scratched: Aotearoa's Lost Sporting LegendsAli Afakasi’s boxing knockoutHe came from Samoa to New Zealand in 1968 with dreams of being a world champion boxer. After the 1970 Commonwealth Games, a successful professional career beckoned – until a cut above his eye changed everything. 17 May 202212:05
Lynley Dodd: Writing the Pictures, Painting the WordsIn 1983, a little dog called Hairy Maclary trotted into our lives, and children’s literature was never the same again. Made with support from NZ On Air. [2022]
Scratched: Aotearoa's Lost Sporting LegendsStories of outstanding New Zealand athletes whose feats have been forgotten by history. Made with support from NZ On Air. [2019–]
Takeout KidsFour young people juggle school, friends and everything else while growing up in their parents’ restaurants and takeaway shops. Made with support from NZ On Air. [2022]
Extremely OnlineShit You Should Care About takes you Extremely Online, to explore and explain all the weird corners of the internet. Made with support from NZ On Air. [2021–]
Youth WingsGo behind the O Week stalls to meet some of the youngest, most passionate members of NZ’s political parties. Made with support from NZ On Air. [2020]
The Single ObjectFive everyday objects, five incredible stories. Made in association with Objectspace, with support from NZ On Air. [2021]
Alice Snedden's Bad NewsComedian Alice Snedden wrestles with the contentious issues confronting Aotearoa. Made possible by the RNZ/NZ On Air Innovation Fund. [2020–]
100 Year ForecastHow much will our climate change over the next century, and how much difference can we still make? Made with support from NZ On Air. [2020]
On the RagThe Spinoff’s hilarious feminist webseries, hosted by Alex Casey, Leonie Hayden and Michèle A’Court. Made with support from NZ On Air. [2018-2020]
Frame: Short DocumentariesAn anthology of short, standalone documentaries produced by Wrestler for The Spinoff. Made with support from NZ On Air. [2018–]
Kaupapa on the CouchA webseries about Māori issues and stuff hosted by Leonie Hayden (Ngāti Whātua o Kaipara, Ngāti Rango). Made with support from NZ On Air. [2017-2019]
Two Sketches with Toby MorrisThe Spinoff’s Toby Morris chats to New Zealand's most interesting scribblers as they both complete a piece of art. Made with support from NZ On Air. [2019]
Final MixYadana Saw chats with NZ musicians and listens to their latest tracks in the ultimate testing ground: the car. Made with support from NZ On Air. [2020–2021]
60 Seconds With SiouxsieMicrobiologist Dr Siouxsie Wiles explains the Covid-19 pandemic as it unfolds. Made with support from The Spinoff Members. [2020–]
Loading DocsA selection of films from award-winning short documentary initiative Loading Docs. [2020–]
Doc EdgeA selection of short films from New Zealand’s premier international documentary festival. [2021–]
VF48HoursA selection of films from 48Hours, New Zealand's famous guerrilla filmmaking competition. [2020–]
Aren't Can't Don'tStories of women in Aotearoa who can’t or don't vote. Made with support from NZ On Air. [2018]
Hey Shamubeel!We wanted to better understand the changing New Zealand economy, and who better to explain it than superstar economist Shamubeel Eaqub. [2016]
Repressed MemoriesComedian James Mustapic revisits the New Zealand TV shows from his childhood that he can't forget. [2017-2018]
Real Talk with David FarrierDavid Farrier meets Cameron Jones and Ben Mitchell on set at Shortland Street to discuss the big issues. [2014]
Kiwis of SnapchatComedian Tom Sainsbury sources exclusive Snapchat footage of New Zealand citizens making the news. [2017-2018]
Ngā Wānanga o Hine KōpūHine Kōpū is a two-day programme for wāhine hapū, delivering antenatal knowledge grounded in Māoritanga and informed by tikanga and mātauranga Māori. Created in partnership with Te Hiringa Hauora/Health Promotion Agency.
