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Categories
Below are the list of categories for the inaugural New Zealand Podcast Awards. You can enter as many categories as you like and all entries will automatically be entered into the listeners choice awards which will go to a public vote.
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Interviews. movies, history, special interests and everything in between
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Keeping us entertained and laughing during lockdown and beyond
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Opinions, debate and all the latest happenings in the world of news and politics
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From the latest advances in tech, to electric vehicles, artificial intelligence and beyond
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Keeping us up to date with latest from the business and corporate world
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Recognizing Maori & Pasifika talent in the New Zealand podcast industry
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For New Zealanders plying their podcast trade abroad and making waves
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Rewarding the best indie podcasters who are not part of a major network or media company
Brought to you in partnership with Acast
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This is for international podcasts that have resonated with New Zealanders
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This category is exclusively for podcasts and shows that first aired on radio.
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Podcasts that have launched in the last 12 months and have made an impact with listeners
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Best Science & Environment
Recognising podcasts in the realm of science and the environment.
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Best True Crime
Investigative and narrative podcasts that explore true crime.
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Best Current Affairs Podcast
Recognizing the best Kiwi podcast covering current affairs.
As voted for by the fans, this will be determined by your loyal listeners
Brought to you in partnership with rova