In this episode of Great Chats with Francesca Rudkin, British comedian and author Richard Osman talks starting a new novel series and his take on the comedy scene.

Boxer Mea Motu had a massive 2024 - so she joined Francesca to chat her year and what is driving her to succeed.

And the ever delightful and surprising Miriam Margoyles toured New Zealand in early 2024 - and she had a delightful chat with Francesca.

Great Chats with Francesca Rudkin brings you the best interviews from Newstalk ZB's The Sunday Session.

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In the sixth episode of Great Chats with Francesca Rudkin, one of Ireland's bestselling authors Marian Keyes talks Francesca through her 16th novel and why people crave love stories.

And Australian author Trent Dalton visited New Zealand for the Auckland Writers Festival - and popped in to studio for an interview.

Hollywood star Diane Kruger starred in Kiwi film Joika - and joined Francesca for a chat.

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In this episode of Great Chats with Francesca Rudkin, British acting royalty Hugh Bonneville talks the latest Paddington film and his memories of Dame Maggie Smith.

Then we hear from New Zealand's own Madeline Sami - who had a massive 2024 with the second season of her show Double Parked.

And we get cooking inspiration from one of Australia's most loved cooks, Nagi Maehashi.

Great Chats with Francesca Rudkin brings you the best interviews from Newstalk ZB's The Sunday Session.

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