Rock Drive’s Must Watch, Listen and Read

Rock Drive’s Jay and Dunc always hammer home their recommendations for what you must watch, listen and read, so we’ve combined it all into one place for you. Find the latest recommendations - we're making sure you don't miss out!

Must Watch

Friday 8th May - Mountain Queen: The Summits of Lhakpa Sherpa

She's the greatest Everest climber you’ve never heard of. MOUNTAIN QUEEN: The Summits of Lhakpa Sherpa tracks Lhakpa Sherpa's storied mountaineering career against her record-breaking 10th summit to reveal a rich personal history.

From her childhood as a girl denied an education in rural Nepal, to her experience as an immigrant in America and survivor of intimate partner violence, to her fight to live as a fearless example to her teenage daughters. Through it all, Lhakpa climbs - her incredible strength and resilience inspired by her own mother goddess of the universe - Chomolungma, Mt. Everest.

Watch here.

Wednesday 6th May - Tony

Anthony Bourdain's story is heading to the big screen! Dominic Sessa stars as the legendary chef and author in 'Tony,' diving into his early days — when a trip to Provincetown pulls him into the chaotic world of restaurant kitchens and changes everything.⁠

In cinemas in August.

Tuesday 5th May - Hulk Hogan: Real American

Before he was Hulk Hogan, he was Terry Bollea. Uncover the man behind the legend in this unfiltered documentary featuring his very last interview.

Watch it here.

Monday 28th April - This Is a Gardening Show

This Is A Gardening Show is a refreshing and whimsical take on gardening, hosted by Zach Galifianakis.

Rather than positioning himself as an expert, Galifianakis approaches the subject with curiosity and self-effacing humor, admitting that his goal is to learn alongside the audience.

Watch here.

Friday 24th April - On The Roam Season 2

The docuseries follows Momoa across the country to meet master craftsmen, musicians, and artists who inspire him, focusing on art, adventure, and friendship.

Watch it here.

Thursday 23rd April - Jerry West: The Logo

Follows NBA legend Jerry West through his final interviews, exploring his struggles with depression, the marriage that crumbled under his obsession, his complicated relationship with fatherhood, and persistent feeling of being an outsider.

Watch it here.

Thursday 16th April - The Boys: Final Season

The final trailer for the final season. Have a watch. Have a weep. Then strap the fuck in, because we're only a month away.

Watch here.

Wednesday 15th April - Gone

Local Headmaster Michael Polly who becomes the prime suspect in his wife Sarah's disappearance when he encounters gutsy Detective Annie Cassidy in a compulsive game of cat and mouse.

Watch here.

Must Listen

Wednesday 15th April - Between Two Beers: Dai Henwood

After 51 rounds of chemo, Dai Henwood’s never felt more alive.

We trace his hilarious experience in NZ’s comedy scene, to his public battle with terminal cancer, his spiritual journey, ‘nothing maxxing’ and living a simple life, fatherhood - and so much more.

Listen here.

Must Watch

Monday 13th April - Carts of Darkness

Murray Siple's feature-length documentary follows a group of homeless men who have combined bottle picking with the extreme sport of racing shopping carts down the steep hills of North Vancouver.

This subculture depicts street life as much more than the stereotypes portrayed in mainstream media. The film takes a deep look into the lives of the men who race carts, the adversity they face and the appeal of cart racing despite the risk

Watch here.

Thursday 9th April - The Best of Anthony Bourdain

Wednesday 8th April - Inside The Manosphere

Join Louis as he dives into the world of the 'manosphere'. From Miami to Marbella, meet the men that are reshaping and radicalising young men’s ideas about masculinity and manhood.