Episode 9 – SIR MICHAEL JONES
“The Iceman” is unquestionably one of the greatest rugby players of all time, but his skill on the field only paints half the picture of Sir Michael Jones.
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Read MoreWhen you look up at the stars what do you see? Professor Rangi Matamua of Ngāi Tūhoe, is renowned for his captivating work in the field of Māori astronomy.
Read MoreWhen music legend Hinewehi Mohi was asked to sing the national anthem before the All Blacks RWC quarter final match against England in 1999, she made a choice that would ignite conversation and change not only New Zealand but help play a vital role in the normalisation of te reo Māori.
The talented singer, songwriter and television producer who came from humble beginnings, grew up in the Hawke’s Bay town of Waipukurau. She shares with our host Julian Wilcox her upbringing, her education at St Joseph’s Māori Girls College where she found her voice, her whānau and of course, that fateful day at Twickenham Stadium in 1999.
This is her story – Hinewehi Mohi – Indigenous 100.
Read MoreRereata Makiha, a renowned master in the Māori lunar calendar has studied this ancient knowledge his entire life. He discusses the teachings passed down from his ancestors that has led him to the re-awakening of this indigenous science.
Read MoreNew Zealand fashion designer Kiri Nathan’s designs have been worn by the likes of Beyonce, Mariah Carey, Demi Lovato, Will.I.Am, Ed Sheeran, the Obamas and Prime Minister, Jacinda Arden.
Read MoreSir Tipene O’Regan is best known for his role as a board member and Chairman of the Ngāi Tahu Māori Trust Board spearheading the Ngāi Tahu Claim process before the Waitangi Tribunal culminating in the Ngāi Tahu Settlement.
Read MoreFrancis and Kaiora Tipene discuss their journey from funeral directors to international television stars on their groundbreaking series ‘The Casketeers’
Read MoreReikura Kahi and Kawariki Morgan take us on a journey from foundation kura kaupapa kids to national champions of Te Matatini Kapa Haka.
Read MorePania Newton, the public face of SOUL – Save our Unique Landscapes – discusses her upbringing and what drives her to protect her village at Ihumātao in Māngere.
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