Best Learn Maori Podcasts (2024)

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Taringa - Ep 342 - Special Feature - Live from Toitū te reo Festival 2024 59:54

15m ago59:54

59:54

Toitū te reo Māori, toitū te mana motuhake, toitū a Taringa. I tēnei puninga hirahira ka manaaki a Taringa i te karanga o Toitū te Reo ki Heretaunga ki Ngāti Kahungunu. Ka wānangahia e te tokotoru o Taringa ngā tini kōrero pēnei i ēnei Ngā ōhākī ki te ao Māori. Ngā mea me mōhio e te tangata kia kīia ai he mātanga reo ia. Moumou te toto Māori - mā w…

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Everyone Has Legend In Them - Te Hāmua Nikora 46:52

5h ago46:52

46:52

It was an honour to sit down with the legendary Te Hāmua Nikora - a familiar face on screen, a captivating voice, a humour that brings laughter to all, a heart for our rangatahi, and a true representative of Māoridom.Enjoy this conversation as we explore the significance of names, working with rangatahi, life in media, personal stories of vulnerabi…

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143 - Reaper's Due 30:50

23m ago30:50

30:50

The crew of the St Jean Baptiste are now dying of scurvy. They desperately need to find somewhere safe to anchor, rest and gather supplies. The situation is becoming more and more dire by the day. Check out the website and shownotes! Become a Patron! Buy some merch! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Taringa - Ep 341 - Tikanga 101 - Tūrangawaewae mō te Kīngitanga 1:05:55

1h ago1:05:55

1:05:55

Hei Ariki Taungaroa? Hei Toihau? Hei Kāhu Tātara? Hei Kuīni!Kia piri tahi tātou i tēnei puninga whakamutunga atu i te kīkōpū o Kimiora i Tūrangawaewae. In our final installment of this special trilogy from Tūrangawaewae, during a time when the world mourns the passing of Kīngi Tuheitia, we discuss a range of kaupapa pertaining to the Kīngitanga, pa…

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Diving Deep into Māori Healing - Doctor Diana Kopua 1:03:35

4d ago1:03:35

1:03:35

Excited to reconnect with kōkā Diana Kopua for another powerful kōrero. In this episode, we dive deep into Māori healing, pūrākau Māori, the importance of embracing feedback, and reframing failure to failing. Doctor Diana also shares how the principles of Mahi a Atua come alive in real-time during wānanga. This episode was recorded at the Rangi Par…

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Embracing Obstacles - Nick Smith 1:00:55

22d ago1:00:55

1:00:55

It's always an empowering conversation when my brother Nick sits across from me. He's in a new season, and we explore a variety of topics that will leave you reflecting and gaining new insights. We discuss subjects like service and healing, embracing obstacles, the 7 Hermetic Principles, living in the present moment, relationships, and breaking tho…

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142 - Guns, Germs and Spears 24:36

12d ago24:36

24:36

The St Jean Baptiste find a much needed island to resupply. However, not all is as it seems and by the end, the crew will find themselves in a worse position than when they arrived. Check out the website and shownotes! Become a Patron! Buy some merch! Music used in this episode: Track: "High Anxiety_Full Mix" Music provided by https://slip.stream D…

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Taringa - Ep 340 - Tikanga 101 - Te Reo o te Kiingitanga 41:42

12d ago41:42

41:42

"Hei pupuru i te whenua, Hei puru i te toto, Hei pupuru i te mana Maaori motuhake“In this second special live episode from Tūrangawaewae, honoring and celebrating Kiingi Tuheitia Pootatau Te Wherowhero VII, we are joined by 17 yr old Epiha Muru-Kete. Epiha reflects on his contributions to the Kiingitanga through te reo o te Kiingitanga and the vari…

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Taringa - Ep 339 - Tikanga 101 - Ngā ringringa me ngā waewae o Kimiora - Pt 2 41:42

1M ago41:42

41:42

The second part of our kōrero from Tūrangawaewae during the tangihanga of Kīngi Tūheitia Pōtatau Te Wherowhero VII, about ngā ringringa me ngā waewae o Kimiora. We get more of the inside scoop of the happenings behind the scenes, as Kawe Nikora & Huirama Matatahi share insights into their mahi and offer some closing thoughts on this historic event.…

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Taringa - Ep 338 - Tikanga 101 - Ngā ringringa me ngā waewae o Kimiora - Pt 1 43:44

1M ago43:44

43:44

Recorded at Tūrangawaewae during the Tangihanga of Kīngi Tūheitia Pōtatau Te Wherowhero VII, we are joined by Kawe Nikora & Huirama Matatahi who share their insights into their mahi. This kōrero will continue in our next episode, stay tuned!By Te Wānanga o Aotearoa

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141 - The Beast Within 30:40

27d ago30:40

30:40

Last episode we finished just after three men deserted the ship on the island of Luzon in the Philippines, just kinda making a run for it into the jungle. Today we will see how de Surville reacted to this and get a sense of how he intends to conduct himself going forward. Check out the website and shownotes! Become a Patron! Buy some merch! Hosted …

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140 - Malaysian Adventures 26:42

2M ago26:42

26:42

The St Jean Baptiste continues on her journey from India around the Malay Peninsula where her crew faces a few trials and tribulations! Check out the website and shownotes! Become a Patron! Buy some merch! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Māmā Life w/ My Darling Wife: A Journey Through Motherhood, Marriage, and Growth 51:59

2M ago51:59

51:59

I had an amazing kōrero with my best friend and wife, Hinepanea Rewiri, where she opened up about her journey as a māmā to our two sons. She shared the challenges she's faced with postpartum and reflected on what has supported her during this season of self-discovery, exploring who she is beyond being a mother and a wife. We also took some time to …

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Birb of the Year 2024 1:00:50

2M ago1:00:50

1:00:50

As we head towards the end of the year, it is time for the Bird of the Year competition run by Forest & Bird! As usual I have picked a bird to do some research on and tell you all about. This year it is the koekoeā/Long Tailed Cuckoo. We will be back to our regularly scheduled programming in a fortnight! Check out the website and shownotes! Become …

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Taringa - Ep 337 - Kupu, Kupu, Kupu (Patapatai) - Live from Ako Ararau 2024 55:56

2M ago55:56

55:56

This episode is brought to you live from Ako Ararau, Māori Expo. MC Grammar leads us off with some of his usual grammar mastery, and then the crowd are invited to ask a few pātai. Whakarongo mai!By Te Wānanga o Aotearoa

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Manukau 14:11

3M ago14:11

14:11

A moment of anxiousness and the abundance of bird life, two similar names but two very different stories.By RNZ

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139 - Starting as They Mean to Go On 29:01

3M ago29:01

29:01

The 1769 expedition of the St Jean Baptiste gets underway! We talk about all the problems that came up pretty much immediately as they sailed down the eastern coast of India and we discuss how much the voyage cost. Which I know sounds boring but it's actually pretty interesting cause it cost waaaaay too much, but why? Check out the website and show…

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We're Still Here - Te Wehi Preston 1:11:25

3M ago1:11:25

1:11:25

In this episode, we sit down with Te Wehi, a renowned moko artist and kaihaka, whose life is a testament to the richness of te ao Māori. Raised by his grandparents, Te Wehi's early years were immersed entirely in te reo Māori, fostering a deep connection to te ao Māori and a passion for toi Māori. His journey through kapa haka has taken him across …

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Clarity and Purpose: Simple Questions, Powerful Shifts 12:34

3M ago12:34

12:34

In this episode, I dive into the key insights from last week’s ‘Cultivate Clarity, Ignite Your Purpose’ Masterclass, where I shared two simple yet powerful questions that sparked massive shifts in my own personal journey: What would you like your life to look like? What are your values? Answering these questions provides profound clarity and helps …

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Taumarunui 13:13

3M ago13:13

13:13

There's the main trunk line, a thriving timber industry and friendly folk. But is the story behind the name Taumarunui about a shelter or a fallen warrior?By RNZ

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Taringa - Ep 336 - Special Feature - Rob Ruha - Pt 2 1:04:36

3M ago1:04:36

1:04:36

The conversation continues with Rob Ruha. Rob shares his experience as a creative, and finishes up with a short waiata, a capella.By Te Wānanga o Aotearoa

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Moerewa 11:42

3M ago11:42

11:42

On a return trip from the beach Nukutawhiti's daughter Rewa decided to have a nap, and the name Moerewa was born. Josie Kemp-Baker shares the story about the never-say-die Northland town.By RNZ

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138 - Merchant, Sailor, Soldier, Captain 35:09

3M ago35:09

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Today we cover the early life of the next European captain who would come to Aotearoa's shores, Jean Francois Marie de Surville. We also talk about how his ill fated expedition into the Pacific was conceived. Check out the website and shownotes! Become a Patron! Buy some merch! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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The Gift That Keeps On Giving - Te Kanapu Anasta 59:04

3M ago59:04

59:04

In this episode with Te Kanapu, we explore how Te Reo Māori has been a gift that keeps on giving. We discuss te reo Māori and tikanga, finding purpose, working at a government level, co-writing hit songs "I Am" and "Māori ki te Ao" with Stan Walker, being among heroes, and sharing experiences with gambling harm. 0:00 - Intro 3:37 - Purpose 8:16 - T…

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Paihia 13:21

3M ago13:21

13:21

Have you assumed Paihia was a te reo word? It's actually a mash-up of Māori & English. But who said it and why?By RNZ

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Taringa - Ep 335 - Special Feature - Rob Ruha - Pt 1 48:30

3M ago48:30

48:30

This week we give you part 1 of our kōrero with the illustrious Rob Ruha. Whakarongo mai.By Te Wānanga o Aotearoa

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Wānaka 12:49

4M ago12:49

12:49

Wānaka is a resort town, an ideal movie location and was the backdrop to this years Matariki Celebrations. The name of this town is inspired by the teachings of the whare wānanga.By RNZ

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137 - Pacific Enlightening 33:51

4M ago33:51

33:51

Europeans don't return to Aotearoa for over 100 years after the expedition of Abel Tasman so today we will be covering the broad strokes of what Europe was up to that would lead them back to exploring the South Pacific. Check out the website and shownotes! Become a Patron! Buy some merch! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Seeds of Matariki: Tame Malcolm 45:34

4M ago45:34

45:34

Tame Malcom speaks about being a twin, his upbringing in Rotorua, and his love for the bush. He shares different tikanga and pūrakau related to the ngahere, his te reo Māori journey, being a pāpā, organising kura reo taiao, and kōrero about different manu aligning with Tipuārangi. 0:00 Intro 5:00 Love for the Bush 6:20 Mauri of the Ngahere 9:35 Tik…

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Nau Mai Town - Season Three 1:10

4M ago1:10

1:10

Nau Mai Town is back with another haerenga around Aotearoa to find out more about Māori place names.By RNZ

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Seeds of Matariki: Hohepa Tuahine 52:36

4M ago52:36

52:36

Hohepa Tuahine speaks about his upbringing, moving from place to place, and feeling the void of te reo Māori. He shares his journey of revitalizing te reo Māori in his mid-20s, lessons from his eldest daughter, researching Matariki, and his love for working in the māra, aligning with Tipuānuku. 0:00 Intro 3:15 Moving Around 4:40 The Void 5:40 Impor…

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Taringa - Ep 334 - Special Feature - Tuari Whānau 59:02

4M ago59:02

59:02

Tuarihia ki runga, tuarihia ki raro, tuarihia te rongo o ngā waiata, o ngā kura o te whānau Tuari. This week we are honoured to host the Tuari brothers and their infamous sister, boss, māngai Ani Piki Tuari. A whānau spoilt with a wealth of musical talent, haka experience and te ao Māori tirohanga. They share with us their views of stage from music…

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Mid-Winter Check In 6:44

4M ago6:44

6:44

Just a short update on what I've been up to behind the scenes, where we are going and a couple of episode recommendations that came out from other podcasts recently that relate to us! 80 Days Episode Pax Britannica Episode Check out the website and shownotes! Become a Patron! Buy some merch! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informati…

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Seeds of Matariki: Diana Kopua 1:02:48

4M ago1:02:48

1:02:48

In this episode, we share space with Dr. Diana Kopua, a Māori psychiatric specialist who incorporates pūrākau Māori through Mahi a Atua to support whānau in distress. We discuss her upbringing, spiritual connection, journey through medical school, stance against racism, standing in your power and kōrero related to Waitī, one of the nine stars of th…

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Seeds of Matariki: Mark Kopua 1:00:47

4M ago1:00:47

1:00:47

Papa Mark Kopua is renowned for his expertise in whakairo and moko. He has carved seven wharenui and has significantly contributed to the practice of moko. His talent extends beyond the arts; he is also a gifted storyteller. Through his art and the sharing of pūrakau related to Atua Māori and kōrero tuku iho (ancient wisdom), he imparts valuable le…

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136 - Profitable Lands 31:19

5M ago31:19

31:19

Abel Tasman returns to Batavia after a 10 month expedition and his bosses give their final reports. How was Aotearoa's first European visitor to be remembered? Listen to find out! Check out the website and shownotes! Become a Patron! Buy some merch! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Taringa - Ep 333 - Compilation 2 - Kīwaha 35:02

5M ago35:02

35:02

For the second time in Taringa history, we have an entire episode dedicated to Kīwaha. Check out this collection of snippets from episodes 67, through to episode 81, focusing on Māori colloquialism, or as Erica would say, "a funner way of saying something".By Te Wānanga o Aotearoa

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Seeds of Matariki: Rangi Matamua 49:42

5M ago49:42

49:42

Professor Rangi is a pioneer in Māori astronomy and in particular Matariki. His research and unique ability to share knowledge has led to Matariki now being a public holiday in Aotearoa, New Zealand. It's been 5 years since he last sat across from me and in this conversation we dive into Matariki, meaningful Matariki moments, Matariki and healing, …

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111. Te whakamahere reo (Language planning) 21:39

5M ago21:39

21:39

When starting to learn te reo, continue learning te reo, or drive the learning of te reo for a group of people, whether it be in your whare with your whānau or in your workplace with hoa mahi, it’s worth making a plan - whakamahere reo. Why am I doing this? What is motivating me? Who is involved? Who am I learning with? Who is guiding me? Who am I …

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112. He mihi whakamutunga 2:32

5M ago2:32

2:32

Ā tōna wā, ki tōna wāhi e hoa mā. The Everyday Māori Podcast is supported by Te Mātāwai as a part of its contribution to Maihi Māori - Kia ūkaipō anō te reo. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Taringa - Ep 332 - Ngā Taonga - Kākā Wahanui #4 54:15

5M ago54:15

54:15

In this episode, our hosts listen to snippets of an interview from 1978 with the famous (or infamous) Whaia McClutchie. Whaia speaks about a range of topics, mainly to do with the role of women on the Marae.By Te Wānanga o Aotearoa

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Seeds of Matariki: Whirimako Black 49:08

5M ago49:08

49:08

Whirimako is known for her music and using music to uplift te reo Māori. This conversation we dive into her upbringing, personal growth, the music industry, moving home from Australia and giving yourself the permission to express your gift. Whirimako speaks into Waitī and her unique experiences of gathering and preserving foods growing up the river…

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110. Me whai koe i te aha? (What do you need?) 14:08

5M ago14:08

14:08

In this episode, we explore a kōrero between two people about what is needed. Episode dialogue: Āpera: E haere ana te kura ki te noho marae ā tērā wiki. Hēmi: E hia te roa o te noho? Āpera: E rua rā, ka moea te pō ki te marae. I homai e te kaiako tēnei rārangi, ā, me whai mātou i ēnei mea. Hēmi: Tēnā koa, kia kite atu au. Āpera: Me whai paraikete a…

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135 - Back Into The Blue 25:21

5M ago25:21

25:21

Abel Tasman and his crew were successfully scared off by Ngāti Tūmatakōkiri at Mohua/Golden Bay after a brief skirmish. Today we will follow the Dutch as they make their way north along Aotearoa's coast before leaving our shores for the wider Pacific. Check out the website and shownotes! Become a Patron! Buy some merch! Hosted on Acast. See acast.c…

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Taringa - Ep 331 - Tikanga 101 - Kara/Haki 50:56

5M ago50:56

50:56

This week, our hosts look at some tikanga pertaining to flags and the meaning that has been imbued into them as iwi, hapū and marae.By Te Wānanga o Aotearoa

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Seeds of Matariki: Hikooterangi Curtis 55:13

5M ago55:13

55:13

Hiko is the youngest tāne Māori competing in Crossfit in the elite mens division. He recently competed inTorian Pro which is the best of the best in Aotearoa and Australia, which was his second time making it. His main focus this year was being Māori and utilising the aspect of whānau and mātaraunga Māori. Hiko also shares how his whānau incorperat…

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109. Mea (Different ways to use ‘mea’) 14:41

5M ago14:41

14:41

In this episode, we explore a kōrero between two people about different ways to use the word 'mea' Episode dialogue: Hēmi: Tēnā, meatia mai te mea rā. Āpera: He aha te tikanga o tēnā? Hēmi: Homai te mea rā. Āpera: Te mea nei? Hēmi: Āna, te mea nā. Āpera: He aha tēnei i te reo Māori? Hēmi: He pūhihiko. Āpera: Ā, koia. Nāu tēnei? Hēmi: Kāo, ehara i a…

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Seeds of Matariki: Eru Kapa-Kingi 47:13

5M ago47:13

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Eru Kapa-Kingi EP2 w/ Eru Kapa-Kingi is known for standing on the frontline helping whānau to reclaiming tino rangatiratanga through breaking down and better understanding He Whakaputanga and Te Tiriti o Waitangi. "Māori never ceded sovereignty". He also shares how his journey relates to the wind element using kōrero related to Ururangi, which is o…

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108. Ngā whiringa kai (Diet) 19:38

5M ago19:38

19:38

In this episode, we explore a kōrero between two people about diet. Episode dialogue: Hēmi: Ka kai tahi tātou ko Mereana, ko Hēni ki tōku ā tērā Tūrei. Āpera: Kia mōhio mai koe, kei te whakatiki ahau. Hēmi: Nō reira, he aha āu whiringa kai? Āpera: He kaihoromata ahau, nō reira, ka kai au i ngā kai katoa nō te taiao, engari kāore au e kai i ngā kai …

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134 - I am the One Who Knocks 30:58

6M ago30:58

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Abel Tasman has arrived in Mohua/Golden bay and the Māori of Taupo Point pā want to get the measure of these newcomers. It's time for the first meeting of Europe and Aotearoa. Check out the website and shownotes! Become a Patron! Buy some merch! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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