Deer Wars

Back-country legends tell tales of fortunes made and friends lost. Hear from a rich cast of back country characters who fought NZ's battle with Red Deer.... sometimes by hanging out of helicopters.

Contains strong language and violent themes

Written and presented by Paul Roy

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Credits

Paul Roy

Presenter and Writer
Katy Gosset
Executive Producer
Justin Gregory
Executive Producer
Tim Watkin
Executive Producer
Alex Harmer
Audio Engineer
Jeremy Ansell
Audio Engineer
William Saunders
Audio Engineer

Deer Wars is made with the support of a Ngā Kōrero Tuku Iho, Piki Ake! Kake Ake! New Zealand Oral History Grant from Manatū Taonga Ministry for Culture and Heritage to Iguana Productions.

Awards

2024 New York Festivals Radio Awards

Narrative/ Documentary - Bronze

2024 NZ Radio & Podcast Awards

Finalist - Best Documentary/ Talk Feature

2024 NZ Radio & Podcast Awards

Finalist - Best History & Documentary Podcast

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