Kōrero

This week on Kōrero, Marcia, Phoenix, and Luke dive into the wild world of social media — the good, the bad, and the downright ugly.

We play a fun game of Māori synonyms and opposites, and share a kīwaha that celebrates diversity and the unique voices we all bring to the table.

Tune in for laughs, real talk, and a few surprises, on the iHeart Radio app or ...

This week, we’re packing our bags and boarding our Kōrero flight to the world! 🌍

✨ Kīwaha o te wiki: Tūwhitia te hopo, māirangatia te angitū Feel the fear, and do it anyway! Perfect for giving te reo Māori a go, giving travel a go, jumping into something new, whatever and wherever.

In this episode of Kōrero the Podcast, we reflect on the beauty of Matariki — a time to remember, reset, and reconnect. We kōrero about the resurgence of Māori practices, making time, and creating space for wellbeing and whānau.

We also play a waiata game and share a kīwaha that speaks to our mental health.

First episode back after winning Best Te Reo Māori Podcast at the NZ Radio and Pod...

In this episode, we dive into our own Te Reo Māori journeys—going right back to the start. Our paths may look different, with varying levels of fluency and confidence, but we share a lot in common too: reo anxiety, shyness, and the impact of language deprivation.

We kick things off with a fun game to get the reo flowing and share a handy kīwaha o te rā you can use in everyday kōrero.

At the end of the day, Kore...

This week on Kōrero the Podcast, we’re talking all things business — from Māori pakihi to hustle culture, start-ups, side gigs, and everything in between. We share our own journeys, drop some must-do’s (and don’ts), and give you a few gems to take into your own ventures. Plus, we play a quick game to boost your Te Reo Māori and teach you a mean new 

the trio are back, ‘Kōrero’ is even better bringing you more ways to have fun using te reo Māori and adding it into everyday life.

*Trigger warning - This episode discusses traumatic themes* 

Julian Wilcox (Ngāpuhi, Te Arawa), an award-winning broadcaster and former television executive, with a career spanning over 30 years in Māori-centric media. 🌟 From his role as a founding member of Māori Television to his current position as co-host on The Hui, Julian has been a vital force in amplifying Māori perspectives and stories. 🎥📺 Fluent in both Te Reo Māori and English, Julian's informed optimism and dynamic career have...

Otene Hopa, National Cultural Lead at PwC New Zealand. 🌿 Passionate about sharing the world through a te ao Māori lens, Otene brings invaluable cultural expertise to the business world. Fluent in Te Reo Māori, he facilitates workshops, cultural intelligence training, and public speaking nationally and abroad. With a background in education and a lifelong passion for Kapa Haka, Otene is dedicated to fostering cultural capability an...

Te Rawhitiroa Bosch If it’s a Māori gathering of national significance, chances are you’ll catch Te Rawhitiroa Bosch (Ngāpuhi, Ngāti Kahu) there, camera in hand, spare lens hanging from a holster on his hip, ready to shoot. 📸 He moves confidently, quietly, and swiftly through the crowd. A remarkable skill, considering he towers over most at 6'4". 🌟

Dr. Truely Harding, a passionate advocate for bridging the gap between Māori and Pākehā communities in Aotearoa New Zealand. 🌿 From attending a Kura Kaupapa Māori to becoming Head Girl at Whāngarei Girls High School, Truely has navigated both Te Ao Māori and Te Ao Pākehā throughout her life. 🎓 Now, as a health researcher with a PhD from the University of Waikato, she is dedicated to providing evidence that will change policies re...

Kawiti Waetford, a trained Māori opera singer, whose powerful voice and deep connection to his cultural roots make his performances truly unforgettable."🎶 After international operatic training and mentorship under Dame Kiri Te Kanawa, Kawiti Waetford and his wife Jesse returned to Aotearoa. 🌿 They founded Modern Rituals, a self-care company aiming to help people find balance in everyday life. ✨ He Raukura ano o te aho matua. 🌟 W...

Mataara Stokes (Ngāpuhi, Ngāti Hine, Ngāti Porou), the talented star of Whakaata Māori drama, Ahikāroa. 🌟 Not only does he shine on screen, but Mataara has also contributed behind the scenes, working in the show’s costume department and producing publicity photos. 🎬📸 Born in Whangārei and raised in Northland, Mataara is a triplet with a passion for storytelling and representing his culture. 🌿

Eru Kapa-Kingi He Aupōuri, he Ngāpuhi, he pānga hoki ki Waikato me Te Whānau ā Apanui. 🌿 Eru Kapa-Kingi, a proud advocate deeply rooted in Te Tai Tokerau, the birthplace of both He Whakaputanga and Te Tiriti. 🌺 From a young age, he was taught to be political and critical of Māori existence as tangata whenua. 🏞️ Eru's journey led him to study te reo Māori and Pākehā law at Te Herenga Waka, and now he's a legal academic focusing o...

Join us for an extraordinary first episode of Kōrero The Podcast with kapa haka superstar Pere Wihongi! From Disney's Olaf to his roles in television and music, get ready for some thought-provoking Kōrero that honours our culture, identity, and everything in between. Nau mai, haere mai! #KōreroThePodcast #Māori #Culture #Identity #iHeartRadio

🎙️ Prepare for Season One of Kōrero, where 10 episodes are packed with enriching conversations and good ole Māori entertainment! Each episode connects you with talented, homegrown Māori experts, offering an insightful peek into their world and what truly matters. Get ready to be inspired! Plus, indulge in 10 episodes brimming with Māori talent, wit, banter, and humour. Hosted by Luke Bird (TV Personality of the Year), Marcia Hopa ...