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Bangarra dancer Daniel Mateo koreros with Sonja about the new Bangarra Dance Theater’s performance Horizon, a new collaborative 2 act dance works with the first time inclusion of Maori and Pasifika themes: ‘ Horizon is a coming together of cultures to define what is home, and how do we carry the spirit of home in our contemporary lives.’ Horizon is part of a greater discussion:’ a broader global First Nations conversation on issues that impact our people and country. We carry a responsibility to provide a platform for these unique stories and to shine a light on issues that other Indigenous people may be navigating. Through story we build a global First Nations creative network that supports each other both on and off stage’. As Daniel says in this korero about our First Nations collaborating together “ there’s similarities and differences and I think we can learn and grow from one another”.Horizon is choreographed by Sani Townson (Saibai), Deborah Brown (Waikaid clan, Meriam) and Moss Te Uruangi Patterson (Ngāti Tūwharetoa). Daniel Mateo : ‘Daniel is a Gamilaroi mari from central northern NSW as well as Tongan from Ma’ufanga, Nuku’alofa Tongatapu. Born and raised in Orange (Wiradjuri Country) and later moved to Newcastle (Awabakal land), Daniel started his dance studies at Catapult Dance in Newcastle before moving on to NAISDA Dance College in 2019. He joined Bangarra in 2021 as one of two Russell Page Graduate Program recipients’ Horizon will be performed on Wurundjeri Country from August 28th until September 7th 2024 at Naarm’s iconic Arts Center.Links here for more info: Horizon | Bangarra

Sonja has a korero with screen writer and director Tim Worrall ( Ngai Tuhoe, Te Arawa). Timis the screenwriter for the new cinematic epic Ka Whawhai Tonu, and this episode fits in wellwith our last two about Maori cinema and the importance of its history,growth and future andthe Tino Rangatiratanga of the art form for indigenous practitioners.Tim shares his personalstories from his beginnings working on Whale Rider, to Maori television pioneering programssuch as Vegas and Head High and even the iconic Shortland Street, a diverse and richcareer that has led to writing KWT, the first Maori film with 95% Te reo Maori spoken in it.Tim shares his experiences as a screenwriter, the highs and the lows, and the rewards, andkaupapa of his journey: “it really requires resilience and passion and large doses ofself-belief and leaning into our own systems”. The “systems” he refers to are the “practisingof our own Tino Rangatiratanga- our own self-determination” and the collectivization ofindigenous community in the creation of authentic storytelling.This is an awesome and inspiring korero with one of Aotearoa’s most gifted writers for thescreen!Nga mihi nui to Tim Worrall from all of us here at PX Whanau for sharing your knowledge forthis episode.Links: Tim Worrall | NZ On ScreenTim Worrall: Tūhoe storyteller | E-TangataKa Whawhai Tonu (nzfilm.co.nz)

Sonja reconnects with indigenous film curator,programmer,reviewer and festival co-director of the Wairoa Maori Film Festival: Leo Koziol.This special korero is the second time they have guested on PX Whanau and for this time it’s an insightful look at what’s on offer at this year’s New Zealand International Film Festival/Whanau Marama from Maori filmmakers,and his mahi as a co-selector for the Nga Whanaunga Maori Pasifika Shorts programme.We ask him what the highlights are for him at this years NZIFF as it begins in Aotearoa this month. Some of the Maori content and /or made films screening at the festival mentioned in this episode are the following: Alien Weaponry: Kua Tupu Te Ara (2024), directed by Kent Belcher,Taki Rua Theatre - Breaking Barriers (2024), directed by Whetū Fala,The Haka Party Incident (2024), directed by Katie Wolfe;Links : New Zealand Films Shine at 2024 Whānau Mārama New ZealandInternational Film Festival • New Zealand International Film Festival(nziff.co.nz)Kiriata Māori (maorimovies.com)Leo Koziol (Ngāti Kahungunu, Ngāti Rakaipaaka) is founder and director of the Wairoa Māori Film Festival. It is the longest-running indigenous film festival of New Zealand and takes place annually.Leo Koziol worked as cultural advisor in the Ministry of Maori Development and curates short films for the New Zealand International Film Festival (Ngā Whanaunga Maori Pasifika programme). He also curates for various film festivals in Canada, Italy, Polynesia, the United States and Australia.He is the subject of short film "Native in Nuhaka" by award winning film maker Hiona Henare. Leo is a member of the Anishnaabe Bawaadan Artists Collective based in Ontario,Canada. In 2019, he was presented with the Te Aupounamu Māori in Screen Excellence Award. In 2020, he was a guest film expert in the visitor programme of the Goethe Institute at the Berlinale film festival. Since 2020, he has been the indigenous editor of Letterboxd. With over 3 million members. Letterboxd is the leading social network for movie mavens and cinema fans alike.Kia ora Leo, and thankyou again for yarning with us here on PX Whanau Radio.

In this episode Sonja has a korero with film director Mike Jonathan ( Waikato,Te Arawa,Maatatua) about his feature film debut Ka Whawhai Tonu ( translated- Struggle Without End)which is due to be released in so-called Australia from August 1st 2024.It’s one of the first films with 95% spoken in Te Reo Maori, and with a predominantly Maoricast and crew it’s a new milestone for cinema from Aotearoa and for Indigenous film globally.Mike yarns about his many diverse influences for the epic film,from authentic historicalrecords on the battle of Orakau in the Waikato of Aotearoa in 1864 ( “in the film we aredepicting real ancestors” ) ,to the iconic cinematic masterpiece UTU made in 1980s NZ, tobeing mentored by the legendary Wahine of indigenous film Merata Mita.As Mike says: “ it’s probably the truest form of Maori in any sort of motion picture”.Synopsis: ‘Set in Aotearoa New Zealand in 1864, KA WHAWHAI TONU tells the story of apivotal battle in the first New Zealand land wars in the Waikato region. A battle fought withimpossible odds between Māori and the Colonial forces. This heroic conflict is told through theeyes of two young teenagers forced to take control of their own destiny amidst the chaos of thebattle and their escape.’Ka Whawhai Tonu | Transmission FilmsListen in whanau to this precious korero with Mike Jonathan and your host Sonja on thisbreakthrough film soon to screen in Australia, August 2024!LINKS : Ka Whawhai Tonu (nzfilm.co.nz)www.hakaboy.com

Sonja and Marqy in studio today to talanoa and give away some movie premiere tickets sponsored by Transmission Films NZ. Thank you to all who participated and congratulations to our winners.

Sonja catches up with musical creative Geneva AM, crossing time zones from Naarm toKyoto, Japan, a korero on her music, her influences, passions, Matariki, and being a mamanow, the importance of Te Reo Maori for her, the joy of collaborations with other artists, andon being in love....and creating waiata for it.Waiata that is: “ to uplift, to ascend”.Tune in and enjoy this special korero with a beautiful musical inspiration,Aotearoa basedGeneva AM .Includes music of Geneva AM’s and features a music track from artist Hawkins calledApakura’s Call ( Remember Me)LINKS about Geneva AM and her music :Music | Geneva AM (bandcamp.com)Song You Need to Know: Geneva AM, 'Pikipiki' (rollingstone.com)

Sonja has a wicked korero with the multi-talented musician, music, engineer, mixer, performer, film creative, super skilled icon of all things music in Aotearoa: Tiki Taane! Tiki korero’s about his music documentary that will be screening for the first time in Oz at the Melbourne Documentary Film Festival at the iconic Cinema Nova in Carlton on July 18! LINKS here: http://www.cinemanova.com.au/.../mdff-tiki-taane-in... MDFF (Melbourne Documentary Film Festival) Melbourne Documentary Film Festival (mdff.org.au) The doco is an artistic milestone for the artist who after all the chart topping ventures has turned his sights on documentary making with this special independent film of his, a mahi of much aroha, that shows his creativity in a live performance with the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra on stage with a plethora of fellow musicians filmed in 2021. Tiki Taane will be in Naarm/Melbourne to introduce and Q&A his film on Thursday, July 18 at 6.30pm at Cinema Nova. Be sure to check it out whanau He also chats about his co-composition with Arli Liberman, the song Hold on to The Dream featuring the voice of Louis Baker, which features on the soundtrack of the new film Ka Whawhai Tonu / Struggle Without End ( due out in Australia from August 1st- check out our special ticket giveaways over the next couple of weeks) Ka Whawhai Tonu (nzfilm.co.nz) Inspiring and legendary, enjoy this unique korero with Aotearoa’s very own musical genius Tiki Taane only on PX Whanau on 3CR.

Today Marqy catches up with the Former Miss Fa'afafine Victoria Telesia Burnley. They talanoa about life, what to look forward to and growth from the past and what it means to have a new attitude towards everything you do.Massive shout out to those who have donated and continue to donate to a special cause to keep PX Whanau and 3CR going.Supporting PX Whanau means amplifying Pasifika MVPFAFF++ voices and fostering solidarity through unique and inclusive programming. Join us in making a difference by donating today!We are raising funds for 3CR Community Radio because the station plays a unique role in connecting communities and giving voice to critical perspectives. 'Solidarity' has been at the heart of 3CR's work for nearly five decades across a range of issues and themes. Right now, 3CR needs your support to maintain its independence and continue to be the voice of the community. Please help the station build their media advocacy and solidarity work by donating to my CrowdRaiser. 3CR will appreciate every cent received, and we will be very grateful for your contribution too!Also, if you can share the link to the CrowdRaiser page with your friends and family that would be great. The more people who can help the better!givenow.com.au/cr/pxwhanau every donation over $30 you will recieve a PXWHANAU tshirt :)Thank you

Massive shout out to those who have donated and continue to donate to a special cause to keep PX Whanau and 3CR going.Supporting PX Whanau means amplifying Pasifika MVPFAFF++ voices and fostering solidarity through unique and inclusive programming. Join us in making a difference by donating today!We are raising funds for 3CR Community Radio because the station plays a unique role in connecting communities and giving voice to critical perspectives. 'Solidarity' has been at the heart of 3CR's work for nearly five decades across a range of issues and themes. Right now, 3CR needs your support to maintain its independence and continue to be the voice of the community. Please help the station build their media advocacy and solidarity work by donating to my CrowdRaiser. 3CR will appreciate every cent received, and we will be very grateful for your contribution too!Also, if you can share the link to the CrowdRaiser page with your friends and family that would be great. The more people who can help the better!givenow.com.au/cr/pxwhanau every donation over $30 you will recieve a PXWHANAU tshirt :)Thank you

Talanoa with Mr Bear NZ 2024 Tia Bear who travelled all the way from across the ditch in Tamaki Makaurau. Tia is here to compete in the Mr Australasia Bear competition taking place in Naarm. We chat about life, community and representation amongst other things.