Dive into the remarkable career of New Zealand rugby league figure, Adam Ngawati Blair. .A former professional rugby league player and coach, Blair excelled as a prop, second-row forward, and lock in the NRL, representing both the New Zealand

Episode 47 – JENNY MAY CLARKSON

Jan 14th, 2024 55m 41s

Jenny May Clarkson, a well-known broadcaster and host on Breakfast TV, was born and raised in the Waikato region. Prior to her career in the media industry, she served as a police officer and was also a successful athlete, having played as a Si

Episode 46 – SIR HIRINI MOKO MEAD

Dec 18th, 2023 1h 2m

Sir Hirini Moko Mead is a well-known Māori leader in Aotearoa; highly respected for his expertise in te reo Māori and te ao Māori. In 2007, he received the title of Distinguished Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit for his contributions

Episode 45 – HANA RAWHITI MAIPI-CLARKE

Dec 11th, 2023 52m 20s

At just 21 years old, Hana Maipi-Clarke has accomplished so much. She received her education at Te Wharekura o Rākaumangamanga in Huntly and even published a book called Maahina, which delves into the Māori lunar calendar known as maramataka.

Episode 44 – MARK KOPUA

Dec 11th, 2023 1h 5m

Mark Kopua is one of the most famous tāmoko artists and carvers in Aotearoa, known for the many wharenui he has carved and the countless people he has marked, admired amongst Māori as an artistic visionary who has dedicated himself to the work

Episode 43 – ANNETTE SYKES

Nov 26th, 2023 1h 11m

A WOMEN OF JUSTICEAnnette Sykes is a remarkable figure in New Zealand's legal and political scene. Her journey began during a political protest in Wellington in the 1980s. Since then, she has fearlessly fought for the rights of Māori inter

Episode 42 – HOTUROA BARCLAY-KERR

Nov 22nd, 2023 1h 18m

Hoturoa Barclay-Kerr, a well-known navigator and co-chair of the Tuia250 project, reflects on his life journey and connection to sailing and waka culture. Named after the famed Tainui waka captain, Hoturoa delves into his family heritage, upbri

Episode 41 - RAHUI PAPA

Nov 20th, 2023 1h 13m

THE ORATOR OF THE KING Rahui Papa has spent his life dedicated to his people. With a wealth of knowledge and experience in Waikato culture and language, Rahui is highly respected as an expert in his field and for these reasons has served a

Episode 40 - RAWIRI WRIGHT

Nov 6th, 2023 1h

Rawiri Wright took a leap of faith 30 years ago that led him, his wife, and their whānau into the world of kura kaupapa Māori, devoting themselves to the regeneration of everything Māori. As a man who has been at the centre of the Kura Kaupap

Episode 39 - RENA OWEN

Oct 30th, 2023 1h 18m

Rena Owen is best known for her pivotal role as Beth Heke in Lee Tamahori’s iconic film ‘Once Were Warriors’ where her compelling performance earned her countless awards and nominations, locally and internationally. Since then, Rena has continu

Episode 38 – RACHEL TAULELEI

Oct 23rd, 2023 54m 28s

A POWERHOUSE WAHINE 💫Rachel Taulelei is a globally recognised business leader, business owner, and sports franchise holder. With a background in law and finance, the beginning of her career started with humble beginnings as an office adminis

Episode 37 – WETINI MITAI-NGATAI

Oct 16th, 2023 1h 17m

A GIFTED WARRIOR Wetini Mitai-Ngatai is a highly respected figure in the world of kapa haka, renowned for his exceptional skills as both an orator and performer. For many years, he has served as both the leader and tutor of the Te Matarae

Episode 37 – ANNETTE SYKES

Oct 15th, 2023 1h 11m

Episode 36 – JAMES RICKARD

Oct 8th, 2023 1h 4m

A GIFTED CARVERMaster carver James Rickard has been part of the New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute since he enrolled in the first carving school intake in 1967. Rickard has not only dedicated decades of his life teaching the tradi

Episode 35 – MOKO TEPANIA

Oct 2nd, 2023 1h 9m

A MĀORI MAYORS VISION!Moko Tepania made history as the youngest elected Far North District Council member in 2019 and again in 2022 as the district's youngest and first Māori mayor. The far north mayor has been recognized as one of the wor

Episode 34 - PROFESSOR PAPAARANGI REID

Sep 25th, 2023 1h 7m

INDIGENOUS HEALTH CHAMPION! Professor Papaarangi Reid has been at the forefront of equitable outcomes for Māori for over 30 years and is known for her years of dedication to addressing equity and furthering hauora Māori in Aotearoa. We had

Episode 33 - KEISHA CASTLE-HUGHES

Sep 21st, 2023 1h 8m

Academy nominated actress Keisha Castle-Hughes was uncertain about her future after her breakthrough role in Whale Rider at the age of 12. Now, almost two decades later, she shares insights about her fascinating life both on and off the screen.

Episode 32 - TAWERA NIKAU

Sep 20th, 2023 1h 14m

Tēnei hautipua o te ao hākinakina! From a young boy with humble beginnings to a triumphant NRL player, Tawera Nikau has faced numerous trials and challenges throughout his life. Despite the obstacles he has encountered, Tawera has persever

Episode 31 – CHELSEA WINSTANLEY

Dec 10th, 2020 1h 2m

Filmmaker Chelsea Winstanley (Ngāti Ranginui, Ngāi te Rangi) has had remarkable success both here in Aotearoa and overseas. Projects like Tame Iti - The Man Behind the Moko, Waru, What We do in the Shadows and Merata: How Mum Decolonised the Sc

Episode 30 – LYNELL TUFFERY HURIA

Dec 3rd, 2020 1h 1m

When it comes to protecting our culture in this ever changing world, Lynell Tuffery Huria (Ngāti Ruanui, Ngā Ruahine) is leading the way and utilising her expertise to ensure that Māori and international indigenous communities are supported in

Episode 29 – DR JIM MATHER

Nov 26th, 2020 1h 10m

As a Chair, Professional Director, CEO and Māori Development Specialist, Jim Mather (Ngāti Awa, Tūhoe) is a jack of all trades who has had a significant impact on Maori Economic Development.This is his story.Indigenous 100 - Dr Jim Mather

Episode 28 – ROB RUHA

Nov 19th, 2020 1h 2m

Rob Ruha (Te Whānau-a-Apanui, Ngāti Porou, Rongowhakaata, Tainui) is an accomplished academic, activist and singer/songwriter amongst many things. Through his various endeavours, Rob champions te reo Māori me ona tikanga and has had considerabl

Episode 27 – WAYNE ‘BUCK’ SHELFORD

Nov 12th, 2020 1h 13m

He’s one of the toughest players to don the black jersey and during his time as an All Black, Wayne ‘Buck’ Shelford, of Ngāpuhi descent created a legacy that lasts to this day. This is his story.Indigenous 100 - Wayne ‘Buck’ Shelford

Episode 26 – SCOTTY & STACEY MORRISON

Nov 5th, 2020 1h 5m

Te mīharo hoki o te tokorua nei!As individuals, Stacey (Te Arawa, Ngāi Tahu) and Scotty (Ngāti Whakaue) Morrison are powerhouses in a number of spaces. Together, they’re a powerful force who are creating a wave of reo revitalisation here in A

Episode 25 – DR LEONIE PIHAMA

Oct 29th, 2020 1h 5m

Dr Leonie Pihama has a vision for our country. A vision of Tino Rangatiratanga that sees our reo, tikanga and mātauranga as the base in which our country operates and thrives.A leading kaupapa Māori educator and researcher, Leonie has been wo