https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/rss NZME It’s all about the memories and music every Saturday night! Join Roman Travers as we explore what life was like back in your heyday. The mystery of callers Mon, 20 Apr 2026 12:51:52 Z en https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/caller-of-the-night-grace-compares-the-health-system-from-the-1950s-versus-today/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/caller-of-the-night-grace-compares-the-health-system-from-the-1950s-versus-today/ This week on In My Day, we remembered now-derelict hospitals, our best injury stories, and the GPs we had for decades.  Caller Grace shared her experience of maternity wards in the 1950's versus today, some elements much stricter, and others much more lenient.  LISTEN ABOVE Sat, 18 Apr 2026 21:27:24 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/caller-of-the-night-kevin-shares-experience-witnessing-the-kaikoura-lights/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/caller-of-the-night-kevin-shares-experience-witnessing-the-kaikoura-lights/ This week on In My Day caller and former lighthouse keeper Kevin shared his experience witnessing the infamous Kaikoura lights.  The Kaikoura lights refers to a series of UFO sightings in the skies above the Kaikoura mountain ranges in December 1978. A television crew from Melbourne's Channel 0 were able to capture footage of the lights while onboard a Safe Air plane that was making a newspaper run from Wellington to Christchurch. LISTEN ABOVE Sat, 11 Apr 2026 18:51:26 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/caller-of-the-night-anna-reminisces-about-pneumatic-tubes/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/caller-of-the-night-anna-reminisces-about-pneumatic-tubes/ This week on In My Day caller Anna reminisced about pneumatic tubes, also known as Lamson Tubes, in department stores, and their modern-day use in emergency departments.  Pneumatic transportation was invented around 1800 and was used in offices to transport small packages and mail, but were largely phased out of stores in the 1970's. LISTEN ABOVE  Sat, 07 Mar 2026 20:19:50 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/leoni-on-her-experience-in-the-marlborough-sounds/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/leoni-on-her-experience-in-the-marlborough-sounds/ This week on In My Day, we remembered when Fiordland National Park was established 122 years ago on February 23, 1904, and the deaths of 49 people at a prisoner of war camp in Featherston 83 years ago on February 25, 1943. Caller Leoni spoke to Roman about a school trip to the Marlborough Sounds, and early memories of the Japanese prisoners of war marching past her home in Featherston.  LISTEN ABOVE Sat, 28 Feb 2026 20:59:18 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/caller-of-the-night-its-valentines-day/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/caller-of-the-night-its-valentines-day/ On this very special Valentines Day, Miles Davis joined Roman to talk about all thing romance! LISTEN ABOVE Sat, 14 Feb 2026 10:18:39 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/caller-of-the-night-maureen-on-her-experience-working-with-ticker-tape/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/caller-of-the-night-maureen-on-her-experience-working-with-ticker-tape/ This week, caller Maureen spoke to Roman about her experience working with ticker tape - the earliest electrical financial communication system.  LISTEN ABOVE Sat, 31 Jan 2026 20:36:01 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/caller-of-the-night-boo-on-living-next-door-to-midnight-oils-peter-garrett/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/caller-of-the-night-boo-on-living-next-door-to-midnight-oils-peter-garrett/ In My Day caller Boo reminisced on memories of living next door to Australian musician, environmentalist, activist and former politician Peter Garrett of Midnight Oil. His bandmate Rob Hirst died at 70 years old following a struggle with cancer earlier this week.  LISTEN ABOVE Sat, 24 Jan 2026 19:58:30 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/caller-of-the-night-shearing-sheep-in-great-barrier-island/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/caller-of-the-night-shearing-sheep-in-great-barrier-island/ Winnie joined Roman to share her stories of sheep-shearing in Great Barrier Island from her 90-years of life - from seeing the wool shipped off to Auckland, her husband's cousin winning the Golden Shears in 1974 (Norman Blackwell), to her son and grandchild inheriting the skill. LISTEN ABOVE Sat, 10 Jan 2026 10:58:02 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/caller-of-the-night-tips-and-tricks-for-cleaning/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/caller-of-the-night-tips-and-tricks-for-cleaning/ On tonights show we asked callers to share their best tips and tricks for cleaning the house! Sat, 13 Dec 2025 09:43:06 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/caller-of-the-night-what-was-your-first-car/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/caller-of-the-night-what-was-your-first-car/ Tonight we chatted about first cars and great roadtrips. What car did you learn to drive in and who taught you? LISTEN ABOVE Sat, 06 Dec 2025 10:38:09 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/caller-of-the-night-46-years-on-from-the-mt-erebus-disaster/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/caller-of-the-night-46-years-on-from-the-mt-erebus-disaster/ On tonights show, Roman spoke to many people who have memories and experiences with the Mt Erebus disaster. We couldn't pick just one. LISTEN ABOVE Sat, 29 Nov 2025 10:10:42 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/caller-of-the-night-witness-to-ms-mikhail-lermontov-sinking-on-the-experience/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/caller-of-the-night-witness-to-ms-mikhail-lermontov-sinking-on-the-experience/ This week on In My Day, A witness to the sinking of the MS Mikhail Lermontov opened up about the experience, and there was some extra commentary about visiting the wreck via diving. LISTEN ABOVE Sat, 22 Nov 2025 20:04:57 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/caller-of-the-night-sports-personality-of-the-year-1996/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/caller-of-the-night-sports-personality-of-the-year-1996/ Peter joined Roman to share his moment of fame being featured in his local newspaper! LISTEN ABOVE Sat, 15 Nov 2025 10:25:57 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/caller-of-the-night-sues-garden/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/caller-of-the-night-sues-garden/ Tonight on the show Roman asked the callers about gardening, who they learned from, and what they're growing. Sue chats about what she's learned over the years, what crops she has in her yard, and what she does with the fruits of her labour. LISTEN ABOVE Sat, 20 Sept 2025 11:58:26 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/caller-of-the-night-whats-your-favourite-pudding/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/caller-of-the-night-whats-your-favourite-pudding/ Tonight on the show Roman asked the callers what their favourite puddings were and whether hot puddings are going out of fashion. LISTEN ABOVE Sat, 30 Aug 2025 11:11:12 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/caller-of-the-night-what-was-your-first-bike/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/caller-of-the-night-what-was-your-first-bike/ Tonight on In My Day, Roman asked callers to tell him stories about their first bikes! We had so many great calls we couldn't pick just one.  LISTEN ABOVE Sat, 23 Aug 2025 11:04:35 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/caller-of-the-night-passing-time-during-power-cuts/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/caller-of-the-night-passing-time-during-power-cuts/ Kate joined Roman to share her stories of surviving power cuts in the Wairarapa and the games she would play with her family. LISTEN ABOVE Sat, 16 Aug 2025 11:32:59 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/caller-of-the-night-memories-of-michael-hill/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/caller-of-the-night-memories-of-michael-hill/ With the passing of Sir Michael Hill earlier this week, Roman asked his callers to ring up with their Michael Hill memories! LISTEN ABOVE Sat, 02 Aug 2025 11:30:25 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/jennie-goodwin-inaugural-tv2-newsreader-looks-back-on-50-year-broadcasting-career/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/jennie-goodwin-inaugural-tv2-newsreader-looks-back-on-50-year-broadcasting-career/ TVNZ 2 recently celebrated its 50th anniversary, and famed newsreader Jennie Goodwin is looking back on the role she played within the network. Goodwin made history as the nation's first female prime-time newsreader, and she's looking back on a lengthy broadcasting career. She joined Roman Travers to look back on the company's evolution. LISTEN ABOVE Mon, 30 Jun 2025 04:22:40 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/caller-of-the-night-the-first-mcdonalds-in-nz/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/caller-of-the-night-the-first-mcdonalds-in-nz/ Do you remember when the first McDonald's opened in NZ? Sat, 07 Jun 2025 11:40:31 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/caller-of-the-night-nzs-very-own-mash/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/caller-of-the-night-nzs-very-own-mash/ Did you know NZ had it's very own M.A.S.H? Neither did Roman! Sat, 31 May 2025 11:27:05 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/caller-of-the-night-eddie-rayner-is-my-neighbour/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/caller-of-the-night-eddie-rayner-is-my-neighbour/ Imagine emptying your rubbish bin and seeing Eddie Rayner? That's what happened to Chopper!  Sat, 17 May 2025 10:40:01 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/caller-of-the-night-happy-mothers-day-eve/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/caller-of-the-night-happy-mothers-day-eve/ Vanessa joined Roman to talk about her family life and what Mother's Day means to her. Sat, 10 May 2025 11:08:36 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/caller-of-the-night-110-years-on/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/caller-of-the-night-110-years-on/ While ANZAC Day was yesterday, Roman asked for calls from people who's family had fought in wars and people who had visited the sites in recent years. Nick and Stephen both called to chat with Roman about their memories. Sat, 26 Apr 2025 10:52:52 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/caller-of-the-night-the-birth-of-phar-lap/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/caller-of-the-night-the-birth-of-phar-lap/ Diane joined Roman to talk about her granddad Alf, who was the vet who delivered Phar Lap! Sat, 05 Apr 2025 09:54:55 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/caller-of-the-night-how-do-you-say-pontcysyllte-aqueduct/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/audio/caller-of-the-night-how-do-you-say-pontcysyllte-aqueduct/ Fred from Wales helped Roman learn how to pronounce Pontcysylte Aqueduct live on air! Sat, 29 Mar 2025 09:49:29 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/caller-of-the-night-say-goodbye-to-speedway-at-western-springs/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/caller-of-the-night-say-goodbye-to-speedway-at-western-springs/ Tonight was the last night of speedway at Western Springs. Roman asked callers for their memories either at Western Springs or of motor racing in general. Sat, 22 Mar 2025 10:38:52 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/caller-of-the-night-julia-and-her-horsing/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/caller-of-the-night-julia-and-her-horsing/ Tonight on In My Day, Roman talked to Julia about one of her 'firsts'. Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:10:07 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/caller-of-the-night-an-awkward-dinner-at-huka-lodge/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/caller-of-the-night-an-awkward-dinner-at-huka-lodge/ Beverley joined Roman to talk about an awkward dinner she had with Trevor Chappell after the infamous underarm bowl on 1981. Sat, 01 Feb 2025 08:53:45 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/caller-of-the-night-a-55-chevy-straight-column-shift-nothing-fancy/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/caller-of-the-night-a-55-chevy-straight-column-shift-nothing-fancy/ This week on In My Day, caller of the night Jenny tells us about her first car.  Sat, 18 Jan 2025 10:01:02 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/caller-of-the-night-joans-trendsetting-wedding/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/caller-of-the-night-joans-trendsetting-wedding/ This week on In My Day, caller of the night Joan reflects on her wedding that came with a transportation surprise, ahead of a milestone anniversary.    Sat, 11 Jan 2025 20:56:59 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/caller-of-the-night-valeries-unexpected-door-knock/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/caller-of-the-night-valeries-unexpected-door-knock/ This week on In My Day, Caller of the Night Valerie shared her favourite Summer memory from roughly 50 years ago of an unknown door-knocker becoming her much-needed and soon-to-be romance. LISTEN ABOVE Sat, 28 Dec 2024 10:57:10 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/caller-of-the-night-emmas-piano-standards/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/caller-of-the-night-emmas-piano-standards/ This week on In My Day, Caller of the Night Emma shared her favourite Christmas songs and her opinion of more modern takes on the song 'Silent Night'. LISTEN ABOVE Sat, 21 Dec 2024 10:15:42 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/caller-of-the-night-judys-white-christmas-in-1960s-london/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/caller-of-the-night-judys-white-christmas-in-1960s-london/ This week on In My Day, Caller of the Night Judy shared her memories of having an overseas 'white Christmas' in 1960s London, before swapping overseas travel stories with Roman.  LISTEN ABOVE Sat, 14 Dec 2024 20:21:25 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/caller-of-the-night-did-dave-dobbyn-cause-the-queen-street-riot-in-1984/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/caller-of-the-night-did-dave-dobbyn-cause-the-queen-street-riot-in-1984/ Sue joined Roman to tell her how she was a bus driver on the night of the riots on Queen Street. She decided to join the Police after experiencing the riot and spent 25 years in the force. LISTEN ABOVE Sat, 07 Dec 2024 10:09:11 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/caller-of-the-night-remembering-erebus/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/caller-of-the-night-remembering-erebus/ Jane was on ‘Ground Duty’ when the Mt Erebus Disaster happened. She joins Roman to talk about what she remembers from that fateful day.  LISTEN ABOVE Join Roman Travers for In My Day 6pm-midnight on Saturdays for the music and memories of the 70s, 80s and 90s. Sat, 30 Nov 2024 09:48:57 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/caller-of-the-night-martins-kiwi-ingenuity-insights/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/caller-of-the-night-martins-kiwi-ingenuity-insights/ This week, our caller of the night was Martin, an engineer who shared his Kiwi Ingenuity insights with Roman - diving into his claim he can fix just about anything! LISTEN ABOVE Sat, 23 Nov 2024 20:30:32 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/caller-of-the-night-andy-the-drummer/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/caller-of-the-night-andy-the-drummer/ This week, our Caller of the Night was Andy who joined Roman to talk about his experience as a drummer in a band. He wanted to mention Alan Parson, who was in Andy's words: one of the best producers ever. LISTEN ABOVE Sat, 09 Nov 2024 10:31:53 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/caller-of-the-night-jenny-talks-technological-developments-in-education/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/caller-of-the-night-jenny-talks-technological-developments-in-education/ This week, our Caller of the Night was Jenny, a school principal who originally discussed why the photocopier was the most significant invention in her life - before reflecting with Roman on the development of technology throughout her teaching career. LISTEN ABOVE Sat, 02 Nov 2024 20:28:52 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/caller-of-the-night-the-air-race-of-1953/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/caller-of-the-night-the-air-race-of-1953/ On tonight's show, Roman chatted with a couple callers on their experiences in with old war planes. LISTEN ABOVE Join Roman Travers for In My Day 6pm-midnight on Saturdays for the music and memories of the 70s, 80s and 90s. Sat, 12 Oct 2024 09:20:00 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/remembering-eddie-low/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/remembering-eddie-low/ Remembering Eddie Low. We were honoured to chat to both Eddie's partner, Kerrie, and his daughter Maria on the show tonight. LISTEN ABOVE Join Roman Travers for In My Day 6pm-midnight on Saturdays for the music and memories of the 70s, 80s and 90s. Sat, 21 Sept 2024 11:17:15 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/caller-of-the-night-how-many-houses-have-you-lived-in/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/caller-of-the-night-how-many-houses-have-you-lived-in/ How many houses have you lived in over the years? LISTEN ABOVE Join Roman Travers for In My Day 6pm-midnight on Saturdays for the music and memories of the 70s, 80s and 90s. Sat, 14 Sept 2024 11:07:17 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/caller-of-the-night-great-memories-from-hospital/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/caller-of-the-night-great-memories-from-hospital/ Tonight we chatted about old hospitals. Neville called in to talk about the hospital he was born in! LISTEN ABOVE Join Roman Travers for In My Day 6pm-midnight on Saturdays for the music and memories of the 70s, 80s and 90s. Sat, 31 Aug 2024 10:52:54 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/caller-of-the-night-judys-1965-in-the-australian-outback/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/caller-of-the-night-judys-1965-in-the-australian-outback/ Judy recalls spending 1965 in Australia, and her six month stint in the outback as a governess LISTEN ABOVE Sat, 27 Jul 2024 12:19:35 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/caller-of-the-night-annes-ugly-clock-and-its-surprising-value/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/caller-of-the-night-annes-ugly-clock-and-its-surprising-value/ This week on In My Day, Caller of the Night Anne opened up about about her family heirloom - an 'ugly clock'. She shared stories about why she's kept it around for so long, and how much it's now worth. LISTEN ABOVE Sat, 20 Jul 2024 21:21:23 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/caller-of-the-night-the-barry-holland-hour/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/caller-of-the-night-the-barry-holland-hour/ This week on In My Day, broadcasting veteran Barry Holland called in to share his expert perspective and answer listener questions. LISTEN ABOVE Sat, 29 Jun 2024 11:00:00 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/caller-of-the-night-what-cant-you-get-rid-of/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/caller-of-the-night-what-cant-you-get-rid-of/ What have you collected over the years that you just can't get rid of? Tom called in to talk about his collection of peddle cars which he has restored and kept since 1975. He believes it is time for him to let them go but he is not sure where they should go now. LISTEN ABOVE Join Roman Travers for In My Day 6pm-midnight on Saturdays for the music and memories of the 70s, 80s and 90s. Mon, 24 Jun 2024 23:46:08 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/caller-of-the-night-earle-kirton-remembers-sid-going/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/caller-of-the-night-earle-kirton-remembers-sid-going/ The amazing thing about New Zealand is that sometimes you never know who is listening to your show. Tonight we remembered Sid Going and who happened to be listening? Earle Kirton. In his words, Sid was a great player and an even better man.  LISTEN ABOVE Join Roman Travers for In My Day 6pm-midnight on Saturdays for the music and memories of the 70s, 80s and 90s. Sat, 18 May 2024 09:11:59 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/caller-of-the-night-the-hard-part-of-mothers-day/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/caller-of-the-night-the-hard-part-of-mothers-day/ As it is Mothers Day tomorrow, Roman asked the callers to tell him about their mothers. Beverly shared her love/hate relationship with Mothers Day. LISTEN ABOVE Join Roman Travers for In My Day 6pm-midnight on Saturdays for the music and memories of the 70s, 80s and 90s. Sat, 11 May 2024 11:07:27 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/caller-of-the-night-a-family-affair/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/in-my-day/caller-of-the-night-a-family-affair/ Roman's uncle Mike called in to chat fishing off Miramar Wharf! LISTEN ABOVE Join Roman Travers for In My Day 6pm-midnight on Saturdays for the music and memories of the 70s, 80s and 90s. Sat, 04 May 2024 11:17:34 Z