In My Day
6PM - 11:59PMSat
It’s all about the memories and music with Bruce Russell every Saturday night!
Join Bruce as he explores what life was like back in your heyday. The mystery of callers and the magic of music from the 70s, 80s and 90s has captured the heart of listeners from all generations, right across New Zealand. Listen from 6pm-12pm each Saturday to rediscover what Stayin’ Alive was like back when we were all getting Physical, and Livin’ on a Prayer.
Bruce started in the broadcasting business writing commercials. During that time he began doing some announcing and was posted to various community stations, doing every shift under the sun. While in Timaru he switched into the programming side of things and later did a management stint at a small station in the central North Island.
Bruce later moved to Auckland, and was offered an overnight shift, took to it like a duck to water, and has been there ever since. Bruce also reads news at weekends. He is often asked when he sleeps…his reply: Rust never sleeps, and neither does Russell!
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Caller of the Night: Judy introduced Bruce to a furry friend
This week callers remembered state housing, housework you had to do before modern technology was invented, and the likes of Rawleighs, Bon Brush, makeup, Avon, and...
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Caller of the Night: Warwick posted a hedgehog
This week callers reminisced with Bruce Russell about their earliest childhood memories. Warwick was two years old when he decided to put a hedgehog through the...
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Caller of the Night: Anna remembers the delivery people
This week was part two of the Kiwiana night on In My Day, where we celebrated all things Kiwi. Anna had a very early memory of the various delivery people who supplied...
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Caller of the Night: Patricia celebrated a massive milestone on air
Lockdown meant Patricia had to spend a second birthday with no family or friends, but Bruce made her day on air. LISTEN ABOVE Join Bruce Russell for In My Day 6pm-midnight...
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Caller of the Night: John nearly got fired for his reaction to Elvis' death
Monday 16th May 2021 marks 44 years since the death of Elvis Presley. John remembered finding out that Elvis had died while at work. LISTEN ABOVE Join Bruce Russell...
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Caller of the night: Helen's son would do anything for a piece of caramel slice
This week on In My Day, Bruce Russell chatted about the the best of baking - cakes, biscuits, slices and more. Helen revealed the piece of baking that entranced...
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Caller of the Night: Barry Crump was Scott's babysitter
This week on In My Day Bruce Russell remembered the books and life of Barry Crump, alongside the music of the 70's, 80's and 90's. Scott told Bruce about the times...
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Caller of the Night: The dance floor proved to be the place for Les to pick up wives
This week on In My Day listeners recalled various dances they used to attend. Les revealed the long list of wives he's been with after being partnered with them...
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Caller of the night: This actually happened to Anne's hair
This week on In My Day listeners recalled hair styles, and motorbikes. Anne's pigtails faced some unfortunate challenges at Richmond Road Primary School. LISTEN...
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Caller of the Night: Ron worked out how to evade the cold as a 'telegram boy'
Amongst other things this week, Bruce Russell remembered first jobs on In My Day. Ron figured out how he could work with telegrams whilst avoiding the rain and frost. LISTEN...
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Caller of the Night: Peter nearly died in the Amazon rainforest
This week on In My Day, listeners were invited to partake in a hypothetical experience. As Bruce Russell explains, a highly rare melon thought to contain the 'cure'...
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Caller of the Night: Walt Disney caught Bob sneaking around Disneyland construction site
This week Bruce Russell celebrated everything Disney - the man, the motion pictures, the music and more. Bob was just a young chap when Disneyland was being built....
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Caller of the Night: Ken hid his wife with three nuns
This week on In My Day, Bruce Russell remembered railroads, house prices and the famous people that listeners have met over their lifetime. Ken told a few stories...
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Caller of the Night: Is Pete correct about the origin of these common words?
This week on In My Day, Bruce Russell and listeners explored the origins of common sayings like 'piece of cake', 'break a leg', and 'barking up the wrong tree'....
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Caller of the Night: The first record Lee purchased
This week on In My Day, Bruce Russell recalled lighthouses, video stores, technological advances and the first record you purchased, with listeners from across Aotearoa....
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Caller of the Night: Gordon remembers Sunday School in his day
This week was the In My Day Easter special! Bruce Russell and listeners recalled Easter traditions, miracles and what Church was like in your day. Gordon recalled...
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Caller of the Night: Anita's twin swapping stories
This week on In My Day, Bruce Russell and listeners explored the evolution of music technology, growing up overseas and revisiting significant places of your childhood....
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Caller of the Night: Bruce owns something that is over 200 years old
This week on In My Day, Bruce Russell asked what the oldest thing you possess is, among other nostalgic topics. Listen above to hear caller Bruce reveal the item...
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Caller of the Night: Anna (and Paul) recall their favourite puddings of the past
This week on In My Day it was talk of the classic puddings and desserts that families across Aotearoa used to enjoy nightly. Anna (and Paul) called in from their...
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Caller of the Night: A job no longer needed at the freezing works
This week on In My Day it was talk of lighthouses, learning to drive, clocks & watches, and jobs that are now obsolete. Gary recalls a job he held down in his youth...
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Listener of the Night: This should never be found in anyone's fridge
This week on In My Day, Bruce Russell remembered the gross things you've discovered hiding around your house, crockery collections and the evolution of household...
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Caller of the Night: Mark shares his ghostly story
This week Bruce Russell talked spooky places and buildings In My Day. Mark told Bruce about the three occasions when a ghostly schoolboy walked beside him while...
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Caller of the Night: Louise remembers Christmas in her day
It was the annual 'Christmas Cracker Evening' this week on In My Day, where we celebrated everything of the Christmas' that have been. Louise remembered what Christmas...
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Caller of the night: Carolyn's 145 year old dress!
This week Bruce Russell remembered the wedding gifts In My Day. Carolyn still owns her great Grandmothers wedding dress which is now 145 years old! LISTEN ABOVE Join...
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Caller of the Night: Claire's shortcut resulted in a vehicle river rescue
This week on In My Day with Bruce Russell we discussed Halloween, car breakdowns and Guy Fawkes. Claire recalled a memory where a shortcut after the local dance...
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