Podcasts & Videos

Mānawatia a Matariki with Dr Rangi Matamua

Proudly presented by Te Wānanga o Aotearoa, join Dr Rangi Matamua as he shares his extensive knowledge around Matariki and Māori astronomy and how we can all Live by The Stars.

Taringa Podcast Episode 245 - Live from Te Papa

Our recorded live special from Wellington at Te Papa Tongarewa National Museum. The Taringa trio were joined by Te Mata Punenga, a collective of tohunga handpicked and trained by the renowned Tā Pou Temara and the late Dr Wharehuia Milroy. They discuss the launching of Matariki as a public holiday, the underpinning principles of Matariki, and the practices associated with mātauranga Māori and whakapono Māori.

Mānawatia a Matariki!

Matariki, a time to remember those who have passed on – rātou mā kua whetūrangitia. Thanks to kiwi singer/ songwriter Marlon Williams for the catchy song ‘My Boy’. It helps us smile as we remember those who have passed on. Mānawatia a Matariki!

Taringa Podcast Episode 15

The Taringa crew discusses Te Whāngai i te Hautapu, the traditional Matariki ceremony.

Taringa Podcast Episode 16

The Taringa trio talk about Umu Kohukohu Whetū, the earth oven used to prepare the meal for Matariki.

Taringa Podcast Episode 51

Matariki expert and leading Māori astronomy expert Professor Dr Rangi Matamua and leading Hawaiian expert Assistant Professor C.M Kaliko Baker joined Snowy and Paraone to discuss Matariki.