Trinketbox
Join Maria Baigent for Trinketbox, a fortnightly celebration of music by women across genres, generations and cultures. Each episode is thoughtfully curated around a theme, artist, scene or musical thread — from soul, jazz and funk to punk, electronic, indie and beyond. Alongside the music, Maria shares stories, context and reflections that bring the songs and artists into focus, uncovering both familiar favourites and lesser-known gems.
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October 18, 2026 • 60 mins
Join Maria Baigent for Trinketbox, a fortnightly celebration of music by women across genres, generations and cultures. Each episode is thoughtfully curated around a theme, artist, scene or musical thread
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October 4, 2026 • 60 mins
Join Maria Baigent for Trinketbox, a fortnightly celebration of music by women across genres, generations and cultures. Each episode is thoughtfully curated around a theme, artist, scene or musical thread
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September 20, 2026 • 60 mins
This week on Trinketbox, Maria heads back to the 1970s for a celebration of women in pop. From the songwriting of Carly Simon and Janis Ian to the soulful sounds of The Three Degrees and The Emotions, the programme moves through soft rock, country-pop and into the disco era with Thelma Houston, Amii Stewart and Anita Ward. Fourteen songs trace a decade of distinctive voices, unforgettable melodies and changing sounds on the radio.
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September 6, 2026 • 58 mins
This week on Trinketbox, Maria celebrates the music and collaborations of Dolly Parton. Pairing classic solo recordings with duets and guest appearances, the episode moves from “Jolene,” “9 to 5” and “I Will Always Love You” to collaborations with Miley Cyrus, Kenny Rogers, Norah Jones, Debbie Harry, Joan Jett, P!nk, Brandi Carlile and more. It’s a journey through country, pop, rock and Ame...
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August 23, 2026 • 60 mins
This week on Trinketbox, Maria gives each featured artist a little more space with two songs in a row. From Joan Baez and Etta James to Tanita Tikaram, Sade, Sam Brown and Randy Crawford, the episode moves through folk, jazz, soul and sophisticated pop — highlighting distinctive voices, timeless songs and artists who bring depth, character and emotion to every performance.
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August 9, 2026 • 58 mins
Maria hands over control of the playlist and gets some interesting results. This episode features Jos Stone, Millis Small, Lita Ford, L7, Fur Patrol and Jefferson Starship to name just a few of the artists requested.
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July 26, 2026 • 56 mins
This week on Trinketbox, Maria turns the spotlight on women shaping the dancefloor through house, disco, electronic and progressive sounds. Featuring Honey Dijon, The Blessed Madonna, Hadiya George, Jodie Harsh, Crazy P, Róisín Murphy, Danielle Ponder, Anna Lunoe, Miss Monique and more, this episode moves from soulful club music to atmospheric late-night grooves — celebrating the singers, DJs, producers and remixers bringing ...
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July 12, 2026 • 57 mins
This week on Trinketbox, Maria presents a smoky, soulful mix of blues, jazz, folk and torch-song drama. Featuring Janis Joplin, Peggy Lee, Amy Winehouse, Nina Simone, Rhiannon Giddens, Eva Cassidy, Etta James, Madeleine Peyroux and more, this episode moves through heartbreak, independence, history and longing — all carried by voices that know how to make a song linger.
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June 28, 2026 • 58 mins
This week Maria digs out some great Jazz tracks by some iconic artists, and possibly some suprises
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June 14, 2026 • 56 mins
This week on Trinketbox, Maria drifts into the deep, spacious world of dub — from Hollie Cook, Tama Kali and Marina P to Grace Jones and Lila Iké. Blending bass weight, echo, roots energy and modern sound system textures, this episode moves through dub-infused songs where rhythm, atmosphere and voice all take centre stage.
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May 31, 2026 • 59 mins
Maria selects some more great tracks by girls covering boys. Who does it better??
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May 17, 2026 • 55 mins
Maria Baigent presents Trinketbox, a curated hour of music written, sung and produced by women. Each episode explores a theme, genre, era or artist, uncovering musical treasures from Aotearoa and beyond.
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May 3, 2026 • 54 mins
Trinketbox celebrates a very special milestone — 10 years on air — alongside New Zealand Music Month. In this episode, Maria looks back at Aotearoa women in music from 2016 to 2018, with songs from Aaradhna, Georgia Nott with BROODS, Hollie Smith, Ladyhawke, Aldous Harding, Nadia Reid, Chelsea Jade and Princess Chelsea.
From soul and synth-pop to indie folk and dreamy electronic sounds, this birthday edition honours th...
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April 19, 2026 • 59 mins
This week on Trinketbox, Maria dives into women in punk and post-punk, from Patti Smith, Blondie and The Slits to The Runaways, Sleater-Kinney, The Raincoats and Amyl and the Sniffers. It’s a fierce, witty, and rebellious hour of guitars, attitude, and songs that helped make rock louder, stranger, and more open to women doing things their own way.
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April 5, 2026 • 61 mins
This week on Trinketbox, Maria explores the art of the cover song — with women reimagining familiar classics in fresh and surprising ways. From Ella Fitzgerald, Regina Spektor and Amy Lee to Lana Del Rey, Joss Stone and Kelly Clarkson, this episode moves through jazz, soul, indie and pop, celebrating songs that find a whole new life in a different voice.
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March 22, 2026 • 59 mins
This week on Trinketbox, Maria turns up the volume with a celebration of women who rock. From Suzi Quatro, Blondie, Jefferson Airplane and The Runaways to Betty Davis, Koko Taylor, Janet Jackson and Militia Vox, this episode moves through glam, punk, blues, hard rock and post-punk — spotlighting bold voices, rebellious energy, and the women who pushed rock music louder, harder, and further.
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March 8, 2026 • 60 mins
This week on Trinketbox, Maria explores the golden age of girl groups and soul sisters — from The Marvelettes, The Cookies and The Angels to Nina Simone, Fontella Bass, Natalie Cole and Erma Franklin. It’s a journey through classic voices, heartfelt storytelling, and the women who helped shape the sound of 60s and 70s pop, soul and R&B.
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February 22, 2026 • 58 mins
This week on Trinketbox, Maria celebrates songs of strength, self-belief and unapologetic womanhood. From Lesley Gore, Chaka Khan and Madonna to Kelly Clarkson, Lady Gaga and Demi Lovato, this episode brings together confidence anthems across the decades — full of power, independence, and fearless female voices.
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January 25, 2026 • 60 mins
This week on Trinketbox, Maria revisits artists she has featured in previous episodes, bringing together multiple tracks from some familiar favourites. Titled Re-Visit, this episode includes music from Aldous Harding, Dusty Springfield, Moloko, Róisín Murphy, and Gin Wigmore — a fresh return to distinctive voices and standout songs from across the Trinketbox journey.
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December 28, 2025 • 54 mins
Maria looks back over some great tracks from previous editions of Trinketbox.
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