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  1. Let's Talk About AI - Dr. Simon Snook

    EPISODIO 1

    Let's Talk About AI - Dr. Simon Snook

    We dive into the world of sexual & reproductive health, translating & unpacking an interview with specialist Dr. Simon Snook, originally featured on Let's Talk About AI. Nau mai, hoki mai, ki te terenga tuatoru o Whakamāori! We're kicking things off with an episode that dives into the world of sexual and reproductive health, as the team—Chey Milne, Tākuta Anaha Hiini, & Tamati Waaka—translate and unpack an interview with specialist Dr. Simon Snook, originally featured on Let's Talk About AI. It's a wide-ranging kōrero that touches on everything from contraception and vasectomies to sexual well-being and the role of holistic care—but the real focus for this episode is the reo. If you've ever wanted to grow your knowledge of kupu Māori related to the body, sex, and reproductive health, this is the perfect place to start. The panel break down key terms, clarifies meanings, and has open, respectful discussions about how we talk about these things in te reo Māori—with accuracy, comfort, and care. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    38 min
  2. Barbie

    EPISODIO 2

    Barbie

    The team translate & unpack one of the most talked-about scenes from the Barbie movie: America Ferrera's monologue on the impossible standards placed on women. In this episode of Whakamāori, the team—Chey Milne, Tākuta Anaha Hiini, Piripi Gordon, & Atakura Hunia— 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. It's a speech that hits hard and hits home about the pressure to be everything but never too much. The panel explores how this modern feminist kōrero translates into te reo Māori—not just the words but the emotion, the frustration, and the everyday truths behind it. It's an episode for anyone who's ever felt like they're constantly walking a line—and wants the reo to talk about it. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    38 min
  3. Wedding Vows

    EPISODIO 3

    Wedding Vows

    From Shakespeare to sitcoms, this week the Whakamāori crew take on the ultimate declaration of love: wedding vows. From Shakespeare to sitcoms, this week the Whakamāori crew take on the ultimate declaration of love: wedding vows. Join our trio of translators—Chey Milne, Tākuta Anaha Hiini, & Manaia Ward—as they 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 Bang Theory). What happens when you blend the language of love with the beauty of te reo Māori? Whether you're a hopeless romantic, a language nerd, or just here for the Shakespearean drama, this one's for you. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    43 min
  4. David Attenborough Narration

    EPISODIO 4

    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. 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. From sweeping savannahs to deep-sea wonders, his words have shaped how millions understand the natural world. But how does that same we and precision sound in te reo? The panel—Chey Milne, Tākuta Anaha Hiini, & Piripi Winiata—explore the challenge of translating scientific terms, poetic imagery, and that classic Attenborough tone—while keeping the reo clear, vivid, and alive. Whether you're a nature doco fan or just keen to grow your science and environment vocab in te reo, this one's a journey worth tuning in for. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    45 min
  5. Rāwena Recipe – Bug, Bread, Beef Stew

    EPISODIO 5

    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. In this deliciously down-to-earth episode of Whakamāori, the team roll up their sleeves and 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. The panel—Chey Milne, Tākuta Anaha Hiini, & Tamati Waaka—dive into the reo behind the process, building everyday confidence in kupu Māori related to cooking, food prep, and mātauranga kai. This episode is perfect for anyone wanting to learn how to make rēwena from scratch and deepen their reo in the kitchen while doing it. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    42 min
  6. Ngā Hinepūkōrero – Spoken Word

    EPISODIO 6

    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. In this episode of Whakamāori, 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. From the schoolyard punishments to the intergenerational echoes of shame and resilience, the piece weaves memory, pain, and pride into every line. The panel—Chey Milne, Tākuta Anah Hiini, Piripi Gordon, & Atakura Hunia—work carefully through the language, metaphors, and emotion—not just translating words but honouring the history and the truth behind them. It's a moving reminder of how silence was once survival, and how speaking today is an act of resistance. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    43 min
  7. Star Wars – Opening Crawl

    EPISODIO 7

    Star Wars – Opening Crawl

    The team take on one of the most recognisable intros in film history: the opening crawl from Star Wars. In this episode of Whakamāori, the team take on one of the most recognisable intros in film history: the opening crawl from Star Wars. Golden text scrolling through space, dramatic music swelling, and a galaxy in chaos—but how do you translate all that into te reo Māori. The panel—Chey Milne, Tākuta Anaha Hiini, & Piripi Winiata—work through the famous phrases, the sci-fi worldbuilding, and the epic tone that sets the scene for the saga. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    39 min
  8. Hana-Rawhiti Maipi-Clarke Parliament Debate

    EPISODIO 8

    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. In this episode of Whakamāori, the team—Chey Milne, Tākuta Anaha Hiini, & Manaia Ward—translate and unpack Hana-Rawhiti Maipi-Clarke's powerful response in Parliament after being removed from the House. She speaks with clarity and intent, reflecting on her silence, her decision to speak out, and the discomfort that Māori voices still cause in that space. The panel works through her kōrero line by line, translating the reo, the message, and the challenge it lays down for the future of our whare pāremata. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    39 min
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New season coming soon. Bringing Google Translate to life! Join the Whakamāori crew to learn, wānanga and have fun in te reo Māori.

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    RNZ Te Ao Maori
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  • Episodios
    39
  • Temporadas
    3
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