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SLANZA Sessions

Booking Overview

A radio show and podcast focused on school libraries, children’s literature, and the people working in and around them, it typically features external guests such as children’s authors, school librarians, book-award judges, and library association leaders. Credible pitches include children’s authors and illustrators, literacy advocates, school-library specialists, educators, and publishing or book-award experts; booking difficulty is low because the show favors accessible professionals with relevant specialist credentials.

Metrics

Episodes: 80

Frequency: Every two weeks

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: < 100

Listener location: New Zealand

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

fraser@mpr.nz

hugh@mpr.nz

info@mpr.nz

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Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low
Typical Credentials:  
Children’s authors and illustrators, school librarians, library association leaders, literacy advocates, educators, and book-award judges with direct expertise in school libraries or children’s literature.
Required Achievements:  
Children’s or young-adult book awards, Leadership in school-library or library associations, Professional experience as a school librarian, Judging or selecting recognized children’s literature

Recent Guest Discussions

Josh Morgan - Their Journey As An Author, Creative Inspirations, And Ballet

Sacha Cotter - Their Journey As An Author, Creative Inspirations, And Ballet

Trena Lile - Aotearoa School Library Week And School-library Advocacy

Lauryn Urquhart - The 2026 New Zealand Children’s And Young Adult Book Awards Shortlist

Recent Topics

School Libraries, Children's Literature, Literacy, Education, Reading

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
SLANZA Sessions
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Episode 80 - Looking back, Looking forward

October 13, 2026

A radio show and podcast to celebrate school libraries and all of the people who inhabit them, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of NZ On Air.

Episode 79 - This Cuts Deep

September 22, 2026

The team along with SLANZA President Trena Lile discuss the proposed cuts at National Library, and the ongoing impacts on libraries and literacy. A radio show and podcast to celebrate school libraries and all of the people who inhabit them, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of NZ On Air.

Episode 78 - They Rock

September 08, 2026

The crew chat to Margaret Mahy Book of the Year winners Sacha Cotter and Josh Morgan about their journey, their inspirations, and how cool Ballet is. A radio show and podcast to celebrate school libraries and all of the people who inhabit them, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of NZ On Air.

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Frequently asked questions

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SLANZA Sessions
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How do I get in touch with SLANZA Sessions?

Its publicly listed emails are fraser@mpr.nz, hugh@mpr.nz, and info@mpr.nz. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for SLANZA Sessions?

The publicly listed emails for SLANZA Sessions: fraser@mpr.nz, hugh@mpr.nz, and info@mpr.nz.

How many listeners does SLANZA Sessions have?

Podseeker estimates SLANZA Sessions reaches fewer than 100 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for SLANZA Sessions?

SLANZA Sessions typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Children’s authors and illustrators, school librarians, library association leaders, literacy advocates, educators, and book-award judges with direct expertise in school libraries or children’s literature. Common among recent guests: Children’s or young-adult book awards; Leadership in school-library or library associations; Professional experience as a school librarian. Recent guests include Josh Morgan, Sacha Cotter, and Trena Lile.

How hard is it to get booked on SLANZA Sessions?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does SLANZA Sessions cover?

Recent episodes cover School Libraries, Children's Literature, Literacy, Education, and Reading. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

fraser@mpr.nz

hugh@mpr.nz

info@mpr.nz

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