Emma Gleason is a writer based in Tāmaki Makaurau whose work explores the people, culture and style of the city. She's contributed to The Spinoff, Metro, RNZ, Viva, NZ Herald and other local titles, and publishes the weekly newsletter Crust. Emma Gleason is a writer based in Tāmaki Makaurau whose work explores the people, culture and style of the city. She's contributed to The Spinoff, Metro, RNZ, Viva, NZ Herald and other local titles. Emma Gleason is a writer based in Tāmaki Makaurau whose work explores the people, culture and style of the city. Fascinated by the rhythms, patterns, taste and history of Auckland, she delves into these themes across her many writing projects and other mediums, including radio. She's contributed to The Spinoff, Metro, RNZ, Viva, NZ Herald and other local titles, and publishes the weekly newsletter Crust.