TMP
Waiata Hāmoa
The team turn their attention to a soulful Samoan farewell: "Mo'omo'oga sa molia i talosaga," featured in the 2024 drama Tinā. Audio
Hana-Rawhiti Maipi-Clarke Parliament Debate
The team translate and unpack Hana-Rawhiti Maipi-Clarke's powerful response in Parliament after being removed from the House. Audio
Star Wars - Opening Crawl
The team take on one of the most recognisable intros in film history: the opening crawl from Star Wars. Video, Audio
Ngā Hinepūkōrero - Spoken Word
The team translate a powerful spoken-word piece by Ngā Hinepūkōrero -- a raw, poetic reflection on the history of te reo Māori and the silence forced upon generations of our people. Video, Audio
Te Pāti Māori on their plan to change the govt and steady their waka
In an extended interview, co-leaders Debbie Ngarewa-Packer and Rawiri Waititi discuss their plan to change the government, their priority policies, and how they will steady their waka after one of the… Video, Audio
Rāwena Recipe - Bug, Bread, Beef Stew
The team translate a recipe that's close to many Māori kitchens: how to grow a rēwena bug, bake the bread, and top if off with a simple, hearty beef stew. Audio
David Attenborough Narration
In this episode of Whakamāori, the team take on the legendary voice of nature, Sir David Attenborough, and translate some of his most iconic narrations into te reo Māori. Audio
Mata Reports - Not Her Destiny
For years, Destiny Church shaped every part of Lynia Morseu-Tol's life: her faith, her family and her identity. As a takatapui wahine Maori, its teachings left her feeling ashamed, conflicted and… Video, Audio
Wedding Vows
Join our trio of translators breathe new life into the heartfelt promises of Monica & Chandler (Friends), the tragic poetry of Romeo and Juliet, and the awkward brilliance of Amy & Sheldon (The Big… Video, Audio
An extended interview with Minister of Finance Nicola Willis
Minister of Finance Nicola Willis discusses the significant challenges facing Aotearoa's economy. Video, Audio
Barbie
The team translate and unpack one of the most talked-about scenes from the Barbie movie: America Ferrera's monologue on the impossible standards placed on women. Audio
What's going on with Te Pāti Māori?
RNZ's latest Reid Research poll shows Te Pāti Māori's hold on the Māori seats could decide who forms the next government. We speak to Media Specialist Carmen Parahi and political commentator Shane Te… Video, Audio
Can te reo Māori withstand the political headwinds? An interview with Taura Whiri i Te Reo Chair Professor Rawinia Higgins
The fight for te reo Māori has entered a new phase. From school books and government agencies to teacher training and even passport, the place of te reo is under intense scrutiny. In this episode of… Video, Audio
Witi Underwater Episode 1
Whale Rider creator Witi Ihimaera throws himself in the deep end of a full-immersion Māori language course that tests him to his limit. Audio
Witi Underwater Episode 5
One final maunga stands ahead: Witi needs to stand and speak te reo Māori for an hour. Can he overcome the taniwha that have held him back in the past? And what is the future for te reo? Audio
Witi Underwater Episode 4
On a visit to a kōhanga reo, Witi creates a new story for the tamariki—one with a hidden meaning. Will it be acceptable for the rumaki assessment he needs to pass? Audio
Witi Underwater Episode 2
Whale Rider creator Witi Ihimaera throws himself in the deep end of a full-immersion Māori language course that tests him to his limit. Audio
Witi Underwater Episode 3
Witi bore witness to famous moments in the revitalisation of te reo Māori, but will his depth of knowledge and mātauranga help him overcome his frustration and difficulties learning the language? Audio
Witi Underwater Trailer
Whale Rider creator Witi Ihimaera throws himself in the deep end of a full-immersion Māori language course that tests him to his limit. Audio
Te Pāti Māori' lawyer criticises 'political circus' that saw MPs suspended over haka
Tania Waikato says Te Pāti Māori's haka on the floor of the House was not against the rules, and the Privileges Committee broke its own rules in suspending three MPs. Video, Audio