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Whakamāori

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  1. EPISÓDIO 1

    Love Languages

    What is your love language? The panellists Kimo, Kristin and Anaha get all lovey dovey in this first episode. Watch the video version of the episode here. Welcome to the first episode of Whakamāori season 2, where the presenters Kimo Houltham, Kristin Ross and Anaha Hiini unlock the secrets of love. Delve into the captivating world of the 5 love languages written by Gary Chapman, where each host give their own interpretation of words of affection. When it comes to expressing your aroha, do you know what your love language is? The hosts also discuss 'kupu mino' or 'borrowed words' that are based on sound of the English word. Urban Dictionary is the source of slang words, find out how the panel translate 'vibe'. Get a printable version of the translations here. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    38min

  2. EPISÓDIO 2

    Matariki Handbook

    Inspired by Dr Rangi Mataamua's easy-to-follow Matariki handbook, the panel look at the relation of the stars to the preparation of a hautapu. Watch the video version of the episode here. Step into the celestial realm of "Matariki", where the Whakamāori team come together to translate parts of Dr Rangi Mātāmua's 'Matariki Handbook' into te reo Māori. If you are new to the ceremonial aspects of Matariki, or if you want to know more about the stars and the connection to the environment join the panel as they each discuss their their own experiences. Get a printable version of the translations here. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    37min

  3. EPISÓDIO 3

    Man in the Arena

    Inspired by the 'Man in the Arena' written in 1910 the panel translate this speech by the 26th US President Theodore Roosevelt. Watch the video version of the episode here. 'If he fails, at least fails while daring greatly... The sentence is featured in the speech 'Man in the Arena' written by Theodore Rosevelt in 1910 has undoubtedly inspired people. This week Leon Blake joins the tepu alongside hosts Kimo Houltham and Anaha Hiini to translate this work and finds there are similarities of whakatauāki (proverbial sayings) that relate to Roosevelt's speech about bravery, courage, grit and determination. Leon Blake is part of the first intake of Te Panekiretanga, the school of excellence in te reo Māori, he shares helpful tips on how to become an effective translator. Urban dictionary a collection of slang words, this week the panel translate 'Sassy'. Get a printable version of the translations here. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    37min

  4. EPISÓDIO 4

    Māori Battalion Letter

    Heartfelt words from a soldier to his mother separated by ten thousand miles, the panel translate a letter written by Ben Rata in 1942. Watch the video version of the episode here. There's nothing like being transported to a place in time through movies, literature or in this episode a simple letter from a son to his mother. In an online article 'Ben Rata Writes Home' this week the panelists Kimo, Anaha and Hana unravel the heartfelt story where Ben describes the foreign lands of Baalbek while serving in WW2 in Syria, 1942. Inspired by Ben's love of family, friends and wonderment of the middle east the hosts transport us to a time of courage and separation. Immerse yourself in this episode as they honor the legacy of service and aroha, reimagining history's words in the warmth of Te Reo Māori. Get a printable version of the translations here. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    33min

  5. EPISÓDIO 5

    The Ten Commandments

    It's arguably the most popular book in the world, the panel look to the paipera tapu this week and translate the ten commandments. Watch the video version of the episode here. This Māori language week the nation celebrates their 'Māori Moment' where people commit to carrying out tasks in support of te reo Māori. In this episode our panel are joined with a live audience to translate the ten commandments. How will our panel tackle words like 'Thou Shalt Not'? Spurred on and encouraged from the largely Māori speaking audience, the trio then discuss what are their own Māori language commandments? Get a printable version of the translations here. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    39min

  6. EPISÓDIO 6

    A Few Good Men

    An iconic courtroom scene between two unforgettable characters is translated by the panel complete with American accents. Watch the video version of the episode here. In this episode, the panel dust off their acting chops to recreate a dialogue scene between characters Colonel Nathan Jessop played by Jack Nicholson and Lieutenant Daniel Kaffee played by Tom Cruise in the movie A Few Good Men. The court scene creates this 'buzz' between the two main characters, but how will the hosts tackle this in their translations? The play was written by Aaron Sorkin and adapted to film by producer Rob Reiner. Get a printable version of the translations here. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    33min

  7. EPISÓDIO 7

    Imagining Decolonisation

    Inspired by the late Moana Jackson the panel translate his article as featured in the book 'Imagining Decolonisation'. Watch the video version of the episode here. The late Moana Jackson (1945 - 2022) was a visionary, a Māori rights activist and a lawyer. The book Imagining Decolonisation published by Bridget Williams Books is a collection of essays that explore this subject in Aotearoa. In Chapter five 'Where to next? Decolonisation and the stories in the land' Jackson writes... 'Colonisation is a process of dispossession and control rather than a historical artefact, and now it takes on new forms." In this episode the panel unravel the essence of his message, translating key excerpts into a tapestry of Te Reo Māori. Get a printable version of the translations here Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    37min

  8. EPISÓDIO 8

    Slogans

    A memorable phrase, a call to action or a motto. Slogans are everywhere, our panel pick some of their favourites. Watch the video version of the episode here. He iti te kupu, he nui te whakaaro. Although there are few words the meaning is much bigger. The same can be attributed to slogans, many of which are quick snappy words that hook in it's customer. From fast food chains to shoes, property companies to food delivery. It's a marketing tool that entices people to buy into their key messages and their product. So what slogans will the panel translate in this episode? Check out this week's episode of Whakamāori. Get a printable version of the translations here. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    37min
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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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  • Episódios
    26
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    2
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    Whakamāori

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