Planting Seeds Podcast

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 discuss our marriage and the personal and shared growth we've experienced over the years.

Her intention with this episode was to be open and honest about her experiences in the hope that it will resonate with and support others going through similar challenges.

0:00 Intro

2:15 Being a Māmā

8:00 Postpartum

12:24 Growth

18:49 The Boys Birth Experiences

42:02 Lessons Learnt

47:30 Just Listen

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 the globe, showcasing the beauty of our culture.

Join us as we share a kōrero about Te Wehi’s upbringing, the significance of kapa haka, insights on FestPac 2024, Moko Ora, things to know about wearing mataora and moko kauae, the impact of gambling harm, and we explore the importance of developing skills. 

0:00 - Intro

3:00 - Key Moments From Upbringing

8:30 - Took It For Granted

12:12 - FestPac 2024

24:15 - The Highs Of Kapa Haka

29:08 - Moko Ora

36:24 - Responsibilities Of Moko

45:05 - We're Still Here

48:08 - Moko & Koha

56:17 - Gambling Harm

1:02:42 - He Oranga Te Kōrero

1:06:19 - Developing Skills

Please follow links below if you require any support with gambling harm.

 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/safergamblingaotearoa/

Help and support services: www.safergambling.org.nz/support

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 you align your actions with your purpose in everyday moments.

If you've been on a personal development path but find yourself feeling stuck, the upcoming Te Ara Hou wānanga on the 7th-8th of September is for YOU. An opportunity to dive deeper into this work and realign with your true purpose. 

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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 - The Gift That Keeps On Giving

11:10 - Breaking Down Tikanga

18:22 - He Who Waits Will Receive

22:29 - Co-Writing 'I Am'

27:24 - Being Among Heroes

33:53 - Working in Government

39:56 - Seeds of Matariki Debrief

46:37 - Gambling Harm

57:09 - Getting Over Your Own Shit

Please follow links below if you require any support with gambling harm.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/safergamblingaotearoa/

Help and support services: www.safergambling.org.nz/support

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 Tikanga and kawa

10:10 Playing Sounds to the Forest

10:47 Sounds of the Ngahere

11:49 Story of Rata

14:20 Connected to Environment

15:15 My Reset Place

16:17 Upbringing with Pāpā

18:30 Being a Pāpā

20:30 My Gaps

24:15 Te Reo Māori

28:30 Kura Reo Taiao

34:10 Matariki and Tipuārangi

35:00 The Tui 

38:10 The Kereru

39:13 The Huia

41:16 Huia Kai Manawa

43:40 Being Together

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'Seeds of Matariki' Supported by Te Māngai Pāho.

Executive Producer: Kristin Ross

Producer: Raniera Rewiri

Director: Āio Media

Te Reo Māori Advisor: Te Kanapu Anasta

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 Importance of Stability

7:45 Being Intentional

8:30 Circumstances Change

10:10 Our Kids are Mirrors

12:00 Proud of You Being You

13:30 Worried About Te Reo Māori

17:30 Learning Te Reo Māori

20:15 Following Teachers

21:00 First Fight

24:00 Working with Rangi

28:00 Curious About US

29:45 Story of Maui

33:05 My One Wish

34:20 Tipuānuku

39:05 Return to Self

41:00 Emotional Intelligence

43:10 Carry the Maunga

46:10 What is Ahead?

51:00 Thank you

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'Seeds of Matariki' Supported by Te Māngai Pāho.

Executive Producer: Kristin Ross

Producer: Raniera Rewiri

Director: Āio Media

Te Reo Māori Advisor: Te Kanapu Anasta

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 the Matariki cluster linked to the sea.

 

0:00 Intro

3:30 Path to becoming a doctor

5:30 Building Confidence

7:30 Spiritual Connection

9:20 The Concept of Wairua

13:00 Mahi a Atua: Way of Being

15:00 Story of Tangaroa

17:40 Holding Space

21:50 Sit in the Uncertainty

26:00 Oppression & Curiosity

28:00 The Beginning of Pūrakau

32:00 Banking of Knowledge

33:00 Te Reo Māori Journey

36:00 Matariki

39:00 Tangaroa Pūrakau

45:00 Violence & Racism

50:00 Standing in our Power

54:30 The Path to Change

59:00 Your Story

*Please note: Doctor Di mentions a pūrākau of Tangaroa's child Ikaroa but the correct named is 'Ikatere'. Corrected by Papa Mark Kopua.

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'Seeds of Matariki' Supported by Te Māngai Pāho.

Executive Producer: Kristin Ross

Producer: Raniera Rewiri

Director: Āio Media

Te Reo Māori Advisor: Te Kanapu Anasta

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 lessons and insights through Mahi a Atua alongside his wife Doctor Diana Kopua as well as kōrero pertaining to Matariki. 

0:00 - Intro

5:24 - Story of Upbringing

9:42 - The Moon and Tides

11:36 - Whakairo was Sparked

18:07 - Responsibility for Wharenui

20:23 - Journey into Moko

23:37 - Proud of Where Moko is Now

27:00 - Atua and Whakapapa

31:01 - Mataariki

33:45 - Kōrero tawhito

38:30 - Pōhutukawa

42:34 - Emotional Wellness

45:03 - Vulnerability Pūrakau

51:30 - Tears of Wise Council

57:00 - Making Tapu Kōrero Enjoyable

59:32 - Nudge Little Red Riding Hood

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'Seeds of Matariki' Supported by Te Māngai Pāho.

Executive Producer: Kristin Ross 

Producer: Raniera Rewiri

Director: Āio Media

Te Reo Māori Advisor: Te Kanapu Anasta

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, the concept of time, his desire to step back and what he plans to focus his energy on next.

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'Seeds of Matariki' Supported by Te Māngai Pāho.

Executive Producer: Kristin Ross

Producer: Raniera Rewiri

Director: Āio Media

Te Reo Māori Advisor: Te Kanapu Anasta

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 in Ruatoki. Waitī is the star associated to fresh water within Matariki.

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'Seeds of Matariki' Supported by Te Māngai Pāho.

Executive Producer: Kristin Ross

Producer: Raniera Rewiri

Director: Āio Media

Te Reo Māori Advisor: Te Kanapu Anasta