Learn Cook Islands Māori

Tom Harrison and Junior Charlie
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Planning a trip to Rarotonga? You could just land, sip a cocktail, and nod politely at the locals while having zero clue what they’re saying. Or you could actually learn some Cook Islands Māori and stop pretending. Tom and Charlie deliver bite-sized lessons that sneak the language into your head without the boring classroom vibe. From formal phrases that’ll impress the aunties, to casual talk for everyday life, to the kind of slang your grandma would definitely disapprove of! Book your seat (or just subscribe, it’s cheaper): Email: info@kukilearning.com Social: https://linktr.ee/kukilearning

  1. Jun 22

    Bonus 160 - Study Cook Islands Māori for free in New Zealand

    Think learning Cook Islands Māori costs money? Turns out there are actually free ways to study it right here in New Zealand. In this video, I’ll show you where to find them before you spend money on something Google could've told you for free. Your ancestors are judging your Duolingo streak. Time to learn!! Meet the boys from Kuki Learning, Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison. Their mission? Keeping the Cook Islands Māori language and culture alive (because if they don’t, who will…Google Translate?). Both grew up in sunny Aitutaki, but their family ties stretch across Rarotonga, Aitutaki, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. Basically, they’ve got more island connections than Air Raro flight routes. These days, they’re based in Aotearoa New Zealand, where they juggle real life with their side hustle of teaching language, culture, and the occasional life lesson nobody asked for. Don’t worry, they still fly back home regularly (mostly for island food, family, and a break from NZ winters). Their goal? Share the language and culture worldwide in a way that’s fun, easy, and sometimes slightly unhinged. So if you’ve ever wanted to learn Cook Islands Māori without sitting in a boring classroom, you’re in the right place. Got a topic? Flick an email to info@kukilearning.com Bonus points if it’s weirder than the last request. Web: https://kukilearning.com/ Social: https://linktr.ee/kukilearning⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Language lessons: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kukilearning/subscribe

    Bonus 160 - Study Cook Islands Māori for free in New Zealand

  2. Apr 7

    Lesson 160 - Pe'e (Chant) "Turou Oro Mai"

    From the book: Pe'e Māori Traditional Cook Islands Chants Author: Jon Tikivanotau Michael Jonassen Segment: 5.1.1. TUROU ORO MAI [Pe'e] Tūrou, Oro māi. Taka'i mai ki runga i teia paepae. Piki mai ki runga i teia toka mou. Te marae tapu o te matakeinanga. 'I konei tatou 'akatakapātoa ei. 'Iri'iri korero ei. Tākave ei. Iō-kokou. PRAISES WELCOME [Chant] Praises. Welcome. Step on this ground. Climb on this solid rock. Sacred ground of the tribe. Here we will exchange words, embrace and share our love. Almighty God bless us. Celebrate. Meet the boys from Kuki Learning, Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison. Their mission? Keeping the Cook Islands Māori language and culture alive (because if they don’t, who will…Google Translate?). Both grew up in sunny Aitutaki, but their family ties stretch across Rarotonga, Aitutaki, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. Basically, they’ve got more island connections than Air Raro flight routes. These days, they’re based in Aotearoa New Zealand, where they juggle real life with their side hustle of teaching language, culture, and the occasional life lesson nobody asked for. Don’t worry, they still fly back home regularly (mostly for island food, family, and a break from NZ winters). Their goal? Share the language and culture worldwide in a way that’s fun, easy, and sometimes slightly unhinged. So if you’ve ever wanted to learn Cook Islands Māori without sitting in a boring classroom, you’re in the right place. Got a topic? Flick an email to info@kukilearning.com Bonus points if it’s weirder than the last request. Web: https://kukilearning.com/ Social: https://linktr.ee/kukilearning⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Language lessons: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kukilearning/subscribe

    Lesson 160 - Pe'e (Chant) "Turou Oro Mai"

  3. Apr 3

    Lesson 159 -  Would you like to eat some (food)?

    Would you like to eat some (food)? = Ka inangaro koe i te kai _____? Apple = apara Banana = meika Eggs = uamoa Peanuts = aratita Potatoes = pitete Breadfruit = kuru Meet the boys from Kuki Learning, Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison. Their mission? Keeping the Cook Islands Māori language and culture alive (because if they don’t, who will…Google Translate?). Both grew up in sunny Aitutaki, but their family ties stretch across Rarotonga, Aitutaki, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. Basically, they’ve got more island connections than Air Raro flight routes. These days, they’re based in Aotearoa New Zealand, where they juggle real life with their side hustle of teaching language, culture, and the occasional life lesson nobody asked for. Don’t worry, they still fly back home regularly (mostly for island food, family, and a break from NZ winters). Their goal? Share the language and culture worldwide in a way that’s fun, easy, and sometimes slightly unhinged. So if you’ve ever wanted to learn Cook Islands Māori without sitting in a boring classroom, you’re in the right place. Got a topic? Flick an email to info@kukilearning.com Bonus points if it’s weirder than the last request. Web: https://kukilearning.com/ Social: https://linktr.ee/kukilearning⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Language lessons: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kukilearning/subscribe

    Lesson 159 -  Would you like to eat some (food)?

  4. Apr 3 ·  Bonus

    Bonus 158.5 - I'm overthinking this intro!

    Meet the boys from Kuki Learning, Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison. Their mission? Keeping the Cook Islands Māori language and culture alive (because if they don’t, who will…Google Translate?). Both grew up in sunny Aitutaki, but their family ties stretch across Rarotonga, Aitutaki, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. Basically, they’ve got more island connections than Air Raro flight routes. These days, they’re based in Aotearoa New Zealand, where they juggle real life with their side hustle of teaching language, culture, and the occasional life lesson nobody asked for. Don’t worry, they still fly back home regularly (mostly for island food, family, and a break from NZ winters). Their goal? Share the language and culture worldwide in a way that’s fun, easy, and sometimes slightly unhinged. So if you’ve ever wanted to learn Cook Islands Māori without sitting in a boring classroom, you’re in the right place. Got a topic? Flick an email to info@kukilearning.com Bonus points if it’s weirder than the last request. Web: https://kukilearning.com/ Social: https://linktr.ee/kukilearning⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Language lessons: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kukilearning/subscribe

    Bonus 158.5 - I'm overthinking this intro!

  5. Feb 25

    Lesson 158 - Would you like to drink?

    Ka inangaro koe i te inu? Meet the boys from Kuki Learning, Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison. Their mission? Keeping the Cook Islands Māori language and culture alive (because if they don’t, who will…Google Translate?). Both grew up in sunny Aitutaki, but their family ties stretch across Rarotonga, Aitutaki, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. Basically, they’ve got more island connections than Air Raro flight routes. These days, they’re based in Aotearoa New Zealand, where they juggle real life with their side hustle of teaching language, culture, and the occasional life lesson nobody asked for. Don’t worry, they still fly back home regularly (mostly for island food, family, and a break from NZ winters). Their goal? Share the language and culture worldwide in a way that’s fun, easy, and sometimes slightly unhinged. So if you’ve ever wanted to learn Cook Islands Māori without sitting in a boring classroom, you’re in the right place. Got a topic? Flick an email to info@kukilearning.com Bonus points if it’s weirder than the last request. Web: https://kukilearning.com/ Social: https://linktr.ee/kukilearning⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Language lessons: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kukilearning/subscribe

    Lesson 158 - Would you like to drink?

  6. Feb 18

    Lesson 157 - Would you like to eat?

    Ka inangaro koe i te kai? Meet the boys from Kuki Learning, Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison. Their mission? Keeping the Cook Islands Māori language and culture alive (because if they don’t, who will…Google Translate?). Both grew up in sunny Aitutaki, but their family ties stretch across Rarotonga, Aitutaki, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. Basically, they’ve got more island connections than Air Raro flight routes. These days, they’re based in Aotearoa New Zealand, where they juggle real life with their side hustle of teaching language, culture, and the occasional life lesson nobody asked for. Don’t worry, they still fly back home regularly (mostly for island food, family, and a break from NZ winters). Their goal? Share the language and culture worldwide in a way that’s fun, easy, and sometimes slightly unhinged. So if you’ve ever wanted to learn Cook Islands Māori without sitting in a boring classroom, you’re in the right place. Got a topic? Flick an email to info@kukilearning.com Bonus points if it’s weirder than the last request. Web: https://kukilearning.com/ Social: https://linktr.ee/kukilearning⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Language lessons: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kukilearning/subscribe

    Lesson 157 - Would you like to eat?

  7. Feb 10

    Lesson 156 - Would you like to go/walk?

    Ka inangaro koe i te aere? (aere mai = come) Meet the boys from Kuki Learning, Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison. Their mission? Keeping the Cook Islands Māori language and culture alive (because if they don’t, who will…Google Translate?). Both grew up in sunny Aitutaki, but their family ties stretch across Rarotonga, Aitutaki, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. Basically, they’ve got more island connections than Air Raro flight routes. These days, they’re based in Aotearoa New Zealand, where they juggle real life with their side hustle of teaching language, culture, and the occasional life lesson nobody asked for. Don’t worry, they still fly back home regularly (mostly for island food, family, and a break from NZ winters). Their goal? Share the language and culture worldwide in a way that’s fun, easy, and sometimes slightly unhinged. So if you’ve ever wanted to learn Cook Islands Māori without sitting in a boring classroom, you’re in the right place. Got a topic? Flick an email to info@kukilearning.com Bonus points if it’s weirder than the last request. Web: https://kukilearning.com/ Social: https://linktr.ee/kukilearning⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Language lessons: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kukilearning/subscribe

    Lesson 156 - Would you like to go/walk?

  8. Feb 5

    Lesson 155 - I live/stay in (place).

    I live/stay in _____. = E no’o ana au ki _____. I live/stay in Aitutaki = E no’o ana au ki Aitutaki. I live/stay in Otara = E no’o ana au ki Otara. I live/stay in Christchurch = E no’o ana au ki Christchurch. I live/stay in America = E no’o ana au ki America (Marike in CI Maori). I live/stay in Japan = E no’o ana au ki Japan. Meet the boys from Kuki Learning, Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison. Their mission? Keeping the Cook Islands Māori language and culture alive (because if they don’t, who will…Google Translate?). Both grew up in sunny Aitutaki, but their family ties stretch across Rarotonga, Aitutaki, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. Basically, they’ve got more island connections than Air Raro flight routes. These days, they’re based in Aotearoa New Zealand, where they juggle real life with their side hustle of teaching language, culture, and the occasional life lesson nobody asked for. Don’t worry, they still fly back home regularly (mostly for island food, family, and a break from NZ winters). Their goal? Share the language and culture worldwide in a way that’s fun, easy, and sometimes slightly unhinged. So if you’ve ever wanted to learn Cook Islands Māori without sitting in a boring classroom, you’re in the right place. Got a topic? Flick an email to info@kukilearning.com Bonus points if it’s weirder than the last request. Web: https://kukilearning.com/ Social: https://linktr.ee/kukilearning⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Language lessons: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kukilearning/subscribe

    Lesson 155 - I live/stay in (place).
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Planning a trip to Rarotonga? You could just land, sip a cocktail, and nod politely at the locals while having zero clue what they’re saying. Or you could actually learn some Cook Islands Māori and stop pretending. Tom and Charlie deliver bite-sized lessons that sneak the language into your head without the boring classroom vibe. From formal phrases that’ll impress the aunties, to casual talk for everyday life, to the kind of slang your grandma would definitely disapprove of! Book your seat (or just subscribe, it’s cheaper): Email: info@kukilearning.com Social: https://linktr.ee/kukilearning

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  • Creator
    Tom Harrison and Junior Charlie
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    166
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Tom Harrison and Junior Charlie
  • Show Website
    Learn Cook Islands Māori