In this powerful and raw kōrero, Jase Te Patu shares how his upbringing shaped his purpose, from experiencing his father leaving at a young age to the deep healing journey through te reo Māori.

Jase opens up about:

Now leading Hauora Aotearoa, Jase is dedicated to empowering Māori rangatahi through holistic wellbeing and identity. His story is one of resilience, self-discovery and true inner strength.

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Starting 2025 with this epic conversation with my good friend Byron Austin (byron.grows).

In this episode, we discuss how Byron got into food forestry, the projects he’s passionate about, and take a deep dive into him as a person and leader. We explore his mindset, how he addresses insecurities and what drives him.

I hope you enjoy this kōrero and if you do receive value, leave a comment below and be sure to follow Byron.Grows.

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0:00 Intro

5:30 Getting Into Food Forest

9:21 Saying NO

13:00 The Difference Between Garden & Food Forest

19:00 Food Forest Is The Vehicle

23:03 Addressing Insecurities

30:00 Just Take The Steps

33:30 The Best 10 Days You Had

39:55 The Food Forest Games

46:35 Your Whole World Is A Result Of You

51:25 The Hero's Journey

54:50 Planting Seeds

57:55 Final Words

In this episode, we sit down for a second kōrero with Papa Mark Kopua to delve deeper into Mahi a Atua and the transformative mahi happening within wānanga. Papa Mark shares pūrākau of Atua Māori, the art of giving and receiving feedback, and the significance of mauri as an anchor and purpose in our lives and kaupapa.

Papa also reflects on his journey as an artist, speaking about the connection between art and home, the gifting of art, and practical ways to overcome creative blocks.

This episode is rich with wisdom, exploring the hunger within Māoridom to reconnect with identity, the challenges we all face, and the beauty of moving forward together with intention and purpose.

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In this episode, we sit down with Tama, the man behind the lens of Mahi a Atua, as he steps outside his comfort zone to share his personal journey.

Tama reflects on being raised in Hawke's Bay, the lessons he has learned from his children, and the life changing experience of connecting with Mahi a Atua, capturing moments during wānanga and his work addressing gambling harm within the community.

This kōrero highlights Tama’s growth, healing and dedication to creating positive change.

For more information about Mahi a Atua visit their website here.

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In this episode, I sit down with Jana, a Mataora for Mahi a Atua, to explore her journey of reconnecting with Te Ao Māori and anchoring herself through cultural practice and healing.

We discuss the impacts of moving around, the challenges of disconnection, and how engaging with Mahi a Atua has shaped her path.

Jana shares insights on building confidence, navigating expectations placed on young wāhine, the importance of practicing integration, dealing with feedback that hurts, and staying grounded in one's journey.

For more information on Mahi a Atua and upcoming wānanga visit their website here.

Episode Breakdown

0:00 Intro

2:20 Impacts of Moving Around

5:50 Anchoring Self

8:30 Engaging with Mahi a Atua

11:30 Disconnected From Te Ao Māori

15:30 Tāne Were Midwives 

17:30 Expectation On Young Wahine

19:30 Building Confidence

23:10 Practicing Integration 

26:40 Feedback That Hurt

28:50 Final Words

In this episode, we sit down with Kelly Burns, a Mataora (change agent) for Mahi a Atua, to explore her journey of transformation and growth. Kelly opens up about her upbringing in Te Araroa as well as sharing the influence Mahi a Atua - teaching her the importance of giving and receiving feedback and the profound impact of supporting herself and others through life's highs and lows.

This episode was recorded during a Rangi Parauri Mahi a Atua Wānanga. We hope you enjoy the value!

0:00 Intro

4:10 Rushing To Grow Up

6:00 Carrying Baggage

8:30 Joining Mahi a Atua

12:30 Giving & Receiving Feedback

16:15 Supporting Yourself & Others

17:38 Reacting & Solutions

24:00 Expressing Authenticity

29:50 Being a Change Agent

34:40 Final Words

Solo session unpacking the lessons of the season as well as 2024.

Navigating uncertainty, friendships and preparing for what is ahead for 2025.

In this episode, I sit down with Rikki Solomon, a respected practitioner of the Maramataka. We discuss his upbringing with his koro, working with tūpāpaku, transitioning into Maramataka, and how it can be applied in our lives.

This kōrero, recorded during a Mahi a Atua Rangi Parauri Wānanga at Pākōwhai Marae, explores indigenising data, the pressures of Christmas, and embracing the Māori lunar calendar. Tune in for inspiring insights on time, culture, and connection.

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In this episode, we kōrero with Hinemoa Jones, a māreikura and facilitator for Mahi a Atua, as well as a writer, educator, and performer of karetao (The Māori puppet).

Together, we explore her connection to Mahi a Atua, the concept of Atuatanga, and the role of remembering in her journey. Hinemoa shares insights into spiritual growth, karanga, and the art of facilitation, including the importance of space holding and seeing transformation in others.

This episode was recorded during a Mahi a Atua Rangi Parauri wānanga held is Gisborne.

0:00 Intro

1:30 Connection to Mahi a Atua

5:00 Remembering

7:00 Atuatanga

9:30 What has helped you from your upbringing?

12:30 Acceptance & Spiritual Growth

15:30 Karanga

18:00 The Art of Facilitation

20:00 Space Holding

27:00 Seeing Changes in Others

31:00 Being a Change Maker

35:22 Final Words

In this episode, we kōrero with Carrie Savage, whose healing journey has profoundly transformed not only her own life but also the lives of her whānau. Carrie shares insights into how unlearning plays a vital role in growth, the importance of listening to our tamariki, and the power of doing what you need to do for personal and collective wellbeing.

We explore solutions rooted in te ao Māori, the transformative work of Mahi a Atua, and how healing is found in wānanga. Carrie also reflects on the long-term impact of mokopuna decisions and how they shape a thriving future for generations to come.

0:00 Intro

2:40 Everyone Is An Influencer

7:40 The Unlearning Process

14:06 Listening To Our Kids

18:02 Doing What You Need To Do 

22:12 The Solution Are In Our Ao Māori

26:00 Mahi a Atua

30:00 Healing Is In Wānanga

36:07 Mokopuna Decisions

42:12 Final Words