Te Ao Maori
Te Pāti Māori president backs MP's controversial comments
Te Pāti Māori's leader Rāwiri Waititi has finally responded to questions about Tākuta Ferris's controversial race comments, but with a catch, he would only answer question in te reo. It comes after… Audio
Introducing: Whakamaori 3
This season continues the kaupapa of normalising te reo Maori across all spaces-the serious, the silly, the everyday, and the unexpected. From pop culture to politics, waiata to whakatauki, Whakamaori… Audio
Let's Talk About Ai - Dr. Simon Snook
We kick off with an episode that dives into the world of sexual and reproductive health, as the team translate and unpack an interview with specialist Dr. Simon Snook, originally featured on Let's… Audio
Te Wiki o te Reo Māori celebrates 50 years
Te Wiki o te reo Māori kicks off on Monday marking 50 years since the very first Māori Language week was held in Aotearoa. Te Taura Whiri chief executive Ngahiwi Apanui spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Mapuna podcast September 13
The Maori Sidesteps salute the great Maori showbands of the past while mixing it up with modern comedy and skit routines poking fun at everything from culture to politics. Group members Jamie… Audio
He Kaupapa Waka - A Fleet of Waka
The He Kaupapa Waka - A Fleet of Waka exhibition celebrates the journey of waka through imagery and sound. Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Friday 12th September 2025
In today's episode, the family of fugitive father Tom Phillips have spoken out and are absolutely gutted he shot a police officer. Secondary school teachers have rejected the Government's latest pay… Audio
Te Pati Maori MP Takuta Ferris doubles down on controversial
Te Pati Maori MP Takuta Ferris has doubled down on the controversial comments he made about race during the final days of the Tamaki Makaurau by-election. His latest social media post puts him at odds… Audio
Local referendums on Māori wards begin
Local referendums on Māori wards start on Tuesday, marking the latest clash between councils and the government. Te Maruata Māori advisory group network co-chair Toni Boynton spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Fast Favourites: Billy T comedian Hoani Hotene
With the Billy T showcase around the corner, ahead of next year's festival and competition, this year's winner is still revelling in his victory. Audio
Broadcaster Mike McRoberts' path to learn Te Reo Maori
Award winning broadcaster Mike McRoberts has just released, Speaking My Language, his book detailing his path towards full immersion in Te Reo Maori in 2023. Before then he writes "I felt the intense… Audio
Reflecting on the Koroneihana
The home of Te Kiingitanga is Turangawaewae in Ngaaruawaahia and for many generations Waikato whaanau have devoted their entire lives to serving their monarch. Audio
Final day of the Koroneihana
It's the final day of the Koroneihana at Turangawaewae marae. Audio
Māori Queen sets out plan for unity and independence
In an emotional first address, the Māori Queen Te Ariki-nui Kuini Nga wai hono i te po has set down her plan for unity and independence. It's the fourth day of Koroneihana celebration and today the Te… Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Friday 5th September 2025
In today's episode, the government has stripped Auckland Transport of most of its power in a shake-up designed to improve how people get around New Zealand's largest city; A major report into the… Audio
Māori Queen delivers first public speech
Te Arikinui Kuini Nga wai hono i te po, the Māori Queen, has delivered her first public speech at Turangawaewae Marae. Presenter Mihingarangi Forbes spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
Te Pāti Māori apologises for MP's social media post
Te Pāti Māori has apologised after one of its MPs attacked Labour's Tāmaki Makaurau candidate on Instagram. Tākuta Ferris posted a photo of Labour MPs and volunteers posing with a Peeni Henare… Audio
Day three of Koroneihana celebrations
It's day three of annual Koroneihana celebrations where thousands of Kiingitanga supporters are gathering in Ngaaruawaahia. Reporter Tuwhenuaroa Natanahira spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Maori Queen inspiring young Maori leaders
Thousands of Maori from throughout Aotearoa have flocked to Turangawaewae Marae for another day of mourning and celebration, as the annual Koroneihana celebrations continue. The growing gathering… Audio