Podcast
A change in focus, not so eclectic, but celebrating the fact that at the end of World War II, three young men were born within 15 months of each other and within 15 kilometres, in London. They all played in the Yardbirds, they each went on to become amongst the greatest rock and blues guitarists in the world. Yes, it’s Jimmy Page, Jeff Beck and Eric Clapton, and we examine their legacy from the lens of my collection. The great Faceoff !!
Pass The Mic spotlights the stories and experiences of New Zealanders from migrant and former refugee backgrounds. The first series from 2022 is a community-led collaboration in partnership with Belong Aotearoa, Sport Waitākere and Storyo, hosted by Elina Ashimbayeva. The second series from 2025 focuses on the employment experience of lived experts and was made with funding from the J R McKenzie Trust.
Mike delves into his extensive back catalogue of musical treasure to bring you a selection of soul music, with everything from the hits and the b-sides to the forgotten gems.