About this episode

The episode pays tribute to the late screen legend Sam, featuring reflections from Oscar Kightley and Sara Wiseman.

This week we lost a screen legend, and according to all accounts - a top bloke. Sam made a huge impact on stars of our stage and screen in their own right, Oscar Kightley and Sara Wiseman - who pay tribute.

People in this episode

Guests: Oscar Kightley, Sara Wiseman

Topics covered

• tribute
• screen legend
• impact on culture
• New Zealand entertainment
• celebration of life

Keywords

• Sam
• Oscar Kightley
• Sara Wiseman
• screen legend
• tribute
• New Zealand

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