Best Ruru Podcasts (2024)

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Te Pūao - Where the River Meets the Sea - Powhiri - Dunedin Writers and Readers Festival 20:48

12M ago20:48

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In Te Pūao: The Place Where the River Meets the Sea, we explore the realms of traditional Mātauraka Māori and Pūrakau. Join Witi Ihimaera, Linda Tuhiwai Smith and Monty Soutar in conversation with mana whenua narrative expert and Ahi Kā storykeeper Megan Pōtiki.This Dunedin Writers and Readers Festival podcast was brought to you with support from O…

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Te Pūao - Where the River Meets the Sea - Panel - Dunedin Writers and Readers Festival 58:29

12M ago58:29

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In Te Pūao: The Place Where the River Meets the Sea, we explore the realms of traditional Mātauraka Māori and Pūrakau. Join Witi Ihimaera, Linda Tuhiwai Smith and Monty Soutar in conversation with mana whenua narrative expert and Ahi Kā storykeeper Megan Pōtiki.This Dunedin Writers and Readers Festival podcast was brought to you with support from O…

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Te Pō Whakanui i Witi Ihimaera! Festival Gala Night - Dunedin Writers and Readers Festival 2:10:07

12M ago2:10:07

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This podcast was recorded live at the Regent Theatre on the first night of the Dunedin Writers & Readers Festival for their Gala Celebration - Te Pō Whakanui i Witi Ihimaera! The event celebrated 50 years of literary inspiration and influence with Stacey Morrison and beloved author Witi Ihimaera. Hear from a bevy of writers, poets and musicians inc…

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Gala Night - Emma Espiner - Dunedin Writers and Readers Festival 5:49

12M ago5:49

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In this snippet from the Gala Celebration - Te Pō Whakanui i Witi Ihimaera! Award winning author, broadcaster and political commentator Dr. Emma Espiner reflects on the profound impact Witi Ihimaera’s work has had on her lifeThis Dunedin Writers and Readers Festival podcast was brought to you with support from Otago Access Radio, Copyright Licensin…

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Gala Night - Fiona Farrell - Dunedin Writers and Readers Festival 12:46

12M ago12:46

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Author Fiona Farrell and Witi Ihimaera go way back – listen to Fiona’s tales of her time spent with Witi and the significance of these meetings on her writing trajectory. Recorded at the 2023 Gala Celebration - Te Pō Whakanui i Witi Ihimaera!This Dunedin Writers and Readers Festival podcast was brought to you with support from Otago Access Radio, C…

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Gala Night - Jacinta Ruru - Dunedin Writers and Readers Festival 5:37

12M ago5:37

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The lasting ripples of Witi Ihimaera’s work spreads far beyond the horizon, spillling into the hearts of those who most need it. Listen as Aotearoa’s first professor of law-Jacinta Ruru shares her experience and early interactions with Witi Ihimaera’s work.This Dunedin Writers and Readers Festival podcast was brought to you with support from Otago …

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Gala Night - Chris Tse - Dunedin Writers and Readers Festival 7:45

12M ago7:45

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A generative poem to Aotearoa’s beloved author Witi Ihimaera, written and spoken by Poet Laureate Chris Tse. As recorded at the 2023 Gala Celebration - Te Pō Whakanui i Witi Ihimaera!This Dunedin Writers and Readers Festival podcast was brought to you with support from Otago Access Radio, Copyright Licensing New Zealand and Dunedin UNESCO City of L…

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Gala Night - David Eggleton - Dunedin Writers and Readers Festival 8:26

12M ago8:26

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David Eggleton is a Poet of Rotuman, Tongan and Pākehā descent based in Ōtepoti Dunedin. His book The Conch Trumpet won the 2016 Ockham New Zealand Book Award for Poetry. Also, in 2016 he received the Prime Minister's Award for Literary Achievement in Poetry. He was Aotearoa New Zealand Poet Laureate 2019 - 2022.This Dunedin Writers and Readers Fes…

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Gala Night - Ariana Tikao, Ruby Solly - Dunedin Writers and Readers Festival 10:25

12M ago10:25

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Close your eyes and listen to the melodies of taonga Pūoro, played by generous creatives Ariana Tikao and Ruby Solly. Let these powerful performers, words and songs, guide you on a journey unique and beautiful.Ariana Tikao is a singer, taonga puoro musician and writer of Kāi Tahu descent, and recipient of a 2020 Arts Foundation Laureate award. She …

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Ora: Healing Ourselves - Indigenous Knowledge, Healing and Wellbeing - Dunedin Writers and Readers Festival 1:04:59

12M ago1:04:59

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In this podcast we explore Indigenous understandings and practices of wellbeing and healing from trauma, grounded in the knowledge of ancestors and based on research. During this conversation, renowned scholar Linda Tuhiwai Smith and Professor Anne-Marie Jackson discuss tikanga Māori concepts, decolonising approaches and prioritising mauri ora for …

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From Jewelled Fantasies to Splended Rags - Hone Tuwhare - Dunedin Writers and Readers Festival 1:05:15

12M ago1:05:15

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Take an imaginative visit to Hone Tuwhare’s crib at Kākā Point, conjured by the reflections and responses of poets, artists and the newly established Tuwhare Creative Residency. Join your guides Jeanette Wikaira, Manaia Tuwhare-Hoani, Tracey Tawhiao, Ati Teepa and Cilla McQueen as we embark on this journey together. This session was presented by th…

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Fierce Hope: The Ihumātao Chapter - Dunedin Writers and Readers Festival 1:00:23

12M ago1:00:23

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Youth activism has been a defining feature of Aotearoa’s recent political landscape. In these unsettling times, the political actions of young New Zealanders are a source of inspiration, challenge and renewal. In this session, presented by the University of Otago, Ihumātao activist Qiane Matata-Sipu is joined by author Karen Nairn and chair Mania T…

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Narrative Warfare: What Happens When Great Stories Go to Work for Nefarious Purposes - Dunedin Writers and Readers Festival 59:49

12M ago59:49

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We all know people captivated by conspiracy stories - but are we talking enough about the darker origins of these stories? How much do we really know? In Narrative Warfare: What Happens When Great Stories Go to Work for Nefarious Purposes, Matthew Cunningham and Sanjana Hattotuwa, with chair Ian Telfer, unpack how stories aid the social and cultura…

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Radiant Revelry - Katherine Mansfield - Dunedin Writers and Readers Festival 1:05:18

12M ago1:05:18

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On her birthday, and to commemorate the centenary year of her death, over 100 fans gathered to celebrate the life and work of Katherine Mansfield, New Zealand’s iconic, boundary-pushing literary giant. Presented by the Otago University Press, join chair Michelle Elvy and Katherine Mansfield biographer Redmer Yska – author of Katherine Mansfield’s E…

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Episode 138: Trading Silicon Valley for a Mooring in Montenegro 1:04:12

1+ y ago1:04:12

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In this episode of the podcast, I explore the exciting experience of living and travelling on a boat. I talk to Tim Bull, who is exploring the Mediteranean from his mooring base in Montenegro. We discuss the typical day of a live-aboarder, the appeal of living on a boat, along with its challenges, and the vibrant community of live-boarders in Monte…

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Episode 137: Live in Turkey or Live in Malaysia? Ryand Runge of Snail Travels 41:32

1+ y ago41:32

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In this episode, we explore full-time travel and settling down with Ryan Runge of Snail Travelers. Ryan and his wife Emily decided to leave the traditional American 9-5 lifestyle to pursue their dream of traveling the world. We follow their journey from Lima, Peru to Malaysia, Mexico, and finally, Turkey, where they choose to settle due to the kind…

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Episode 136: How to Cruise For Six Months Every Year; Richard and Angelyn Burk 38:53

1+ y ago38:53

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In this episode, we chat with Richard and Angelyn Burk who have been traveling the world for over two years. Inspired by their forever home, they decided to pursue traveling upon their retirement and took advantage of deals for cruises after the onset of COVID. We discuss cruising during and post-COVID, the protocols in place to keep passengers saf…

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Episode 135 (From the Archives): How We Started With Fulltime Travel; Michael and Yvonne Bauche 37:01

1+ y ago37:01

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Can you really sustain a lifestyle caring for other people’s houses and never have to go home again? Today’s guests are living proof of the fact. Michael and Yvonne Bauche gave up a comfortable but stress-inducing lifestyle in Vancouver Canada 3 years ago and they haven’t looked back. Their income is lower but so is their living costs giving them t…

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Episode 134: The Growth of Housesitting... and Living in France 39:23

1+ y ago39:23

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In this episode, we explore the concept of long-term travel after Brexit with Ian Usher and Vanessa Anderson from Housesitting Magazine who provided us with the perspective of two people who relocated to France at the time of Brexit. We discuss how Brexit has changed how expats can live in Europe, the challenges of property renovation in another co…

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Episode 133: How to Pivot Your Travel Plans on a Dime 37:06

1+ y ago37:06

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Ever woken up not knowing where you will sleep tonight? For some travelers this level of unplanning isn't scary - in fact it gives them the freedom to turn on a dime as new opportunities arrive On this episode, we explored the idea of a slower lifestyle and last minute booking and how it has changed the lives of Jimmy and Sarah Johnson. We discusse…

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Episode 132: Traveling in a Post Covid World; Jane Dempster-Smith 31:03

1+ y ago31:03

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In this episode, I explore sustainable travel post-COVID with Jane Dempster Smith of Two Travel. We discuss the impact of COVID on travel, the theme of the TBX conference, and the changes in their own travel style. Jane also mentions the conference brings in hundreds of travel content creators and there were many new attendees this year. We also di…

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Episode 131: Traveling the Camino Alone; Leita Joy 39:58

1+ y ago39:58

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In this episode I explored what it takes to prepare for a spiritual journey along the Camino pilgrimage in Spain. My guest Lisa Joy shared her own experience of traveling the Camino, including the year of preparation she did, which included research, physical and spiritual preparation, and talking to people who had already done the Camino. I also d…

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Episode 130: How to Save $30000pa and Travel the World; Michael and Yvonne Bauche 45:39

1+ y ago45:39

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In this episode, we discussed the ins and outs of house-sitting and how to find the right sit for yourself. We spoke with Michael andYvonne Bauche, who have done over 85 house-sitting sessions. They suggested that newbies should start with shorter, smaller sets in order to build up preferences. For those looking to travel extensively, they recommen…

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Episode 129: Traveling the World on Two Wheels; Brent Ruru 35:31

1+ y ago35:31

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In this podcast episode, I explored the concept of adventurous travel on two wheels with Brent Ruru from Christchurch, New Zealand. He and his family have cycled the length of New Zealand, Cambodia, Spain, and Canada. During their journey in New Zealand, they raised over ten thousand dollars for a child cancer charity. They discussed the hospitalit…

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Episode 128: The Benefits of Medical Tourism 39:43

1+ y ago39:43

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In this episode, Chris Englert and Steve Goodfriend discuss their nomadic lifestyle, and explore the financial and medical benefits of travelling the world. They share their own strategies for saving money, such as investing in stocks at a young age and prioritizing travel. The speakers also share their experience finding medical care in different …

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Episode 127: Extended Vacations: Brian and Penny Davidson 35:06

1+ y ago35:06

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Brian and Penny Davidson have perfected the art of extended vacations, thanks to a combination of slow travel and housesitting. They have no desire to hit the road permanently but want to avoid rushing around sites and being restricted by a budget as normal travel can be. In this episode, we explore the many benefits of house sitting as an option f…

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Episode 126: Finding the Fountain of Youth: Alan and Ros Cuthbertson 38:36

1+ y ago38:36

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Perpetual travelers Alan and Ros Cuthbertson of Frequent Traveller join us to discuss their life of constant travel. Since hitting the road in 2015 from their base of Bundaberg, Australia they've mastered the art of living on the road for an affordable price. They credit their lifestyle with providing them with a new-found feeling of youth. In this…

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Tāngata Ngāi Tahu: People of Ngāi Tahu, Volume 2 - Dunedin Writers and Readers Festival 1:22:51

2y ago1:22:51

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A discussion about Tāngata Ngāi Tahu: People of Ngāi Tahu, Volume 2 tracing the history of the Otago region through the Ngāi Tahu people of Āraiteuru. The korero was facilitated by Waiariki Parata-Taiapa who lead co-editors Helen Brown and Dr Michael J. Stevens and contributing author and chair of Te Rūnanga o Ōtākou Edward Ellison as they talked a…

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AUKUS: Alliances and Militarisation in Asia Pacific 1:12:17

2+ y ago1:12:17

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In this episode Nina Hall speaks with Maureen Panjueli, Ja Ian Chong, and Marco De Jong about about AUKUS, the trilateral security pact between Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States with a particular focus on it's implications on relationships and security in the Asia Pacific region. Marco DeJong is a Samoan New Zealander and a Pacif…

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On Rocket Lab 42:40

2+ y ago42:40

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In this episode of Te Kuaka we turn our focus to Rocket Lab, the little Kiwi start up sending rockets into space from Mahia. Max Harris speaks with Sonya Smith from Rocket Lab Monitor, and journalists Nicki Hager and Ollie Neas about Rocket Lab, the role of militaries in space and where Aotearoa New Zealand fits in all of this. Listen in on how Roc…

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COP 26 with India Logan Riley 58:52

3y ago58:52

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On their way from COP 26 in Glasgow to Jokkmokk in Sápmi, India Logan Riley crashed for a week at Phoebe's place in Gothenburg. After a week long meandering conversation about the crises at hand and the world that could be with a winter swim and a few dark laughs in between, the two sat down to record this podcast. The discussion delves into big fe…

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From Aotearoa to Palestine: Discussing Foreign Policy for Solidarity 58:20

3y ago58:20

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Our third episode of Te Kuaka concentrates on the relationship between Aotearoa and Palestine. Host, Phoebe Carr, is joined by Nadia Abu-Shanab and Samira Archer from Justice for Palestine, and Marilyn Garson from Alternative Jewish Voices to discuss the situation in Palestine, what foreign policy for solidarity with Palestine would look like, and …

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He Puapua, Securing Rangatiratanga. With Dr. Claire Charters, Prof. Jacinta Ruru, and Max Harris 45:04

3y ago45:04

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Since its release He Puapua has been hitting headlines across the motu. He Puapua is a report which considers how our laws and policies in Aotearoa New Zealand can be adapted to become consistent with the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP). In this episode Dr. Claire Charters, Prof. Jacinta Ruru, who are both co…

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The People's Vaccine with Fatima Hassan, Katie Gallogly-Swan and Dr. Josephine Varghese. 58:07

3+ y ago58:07

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Our guests Fatima Hassan, Dr. Josephine Varghese, and Katie Gallogly-Swan, and host, Max Harris all campaign for a People's Vaccine for COVID 19. In this episode we discuss how to produce more vaccines and distribute them fairly and quickly across the globe, and what role can New Zealand play in this?…

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Mapping Dunedin's Stories - Dunedin Writers and Readers Festival 2021 51:53

3+ y ago51:53

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Cityscapes and their surroundings have an intimate connection to the literary imagination, inscribing a sense of place and identity that persists through time. Frank Gordon, Roger Hickin, David Ciccoricco, and Nicola Cummins will discuss the varied ways they have mapped our city’s stories.

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Magical Rights - Dunedin Writers and Readers Festival 2021 58:28

3+ y ago58:28

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HG Parry is an emerging author who writes complex and engaging fantasy novels.She will explain to Lynn Freeman the imaginative thought processes that led her, in her most recent series, to reinvent the French Revolution.

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Placing Fantasy Inside the Real World - Dunedin Writers and Readers Festival 2021 58:33

3+ y ago58:33

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Elizabeth Knox, acclaimed author of many novels, including The Vintner’s Luck and, most recently, The Absolute Book, will unpick the meanings and implications, the whys and wherefores, of placing a ‘fantasy’ world inside the ‘real’ world, with HG Parry.

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