This episode is a personal favorite – a deep and entertaining kōrero with my good friend, brother, and one of NZ’s funniest comedians, Joe Daymond. Beyond the laughs, Joe shares a real and raw insight into where he is in life right now and the challenges men face with mental health.

We dive into:
✨ Showing up authentically on social media & in real life
✨ Joe’s health & fitness journey and why it matters to him
✨ A powerful segment on men’s mental health – the struggles, the shifts, and what needs to change
✨ The life-changing influence of his younger brother
✨ His upcoming I Hope I Made You Proud tour and why it’s more than just comedy

This kōrero is real, insightful, and inspiring – a mix of deep truths, hard laughs, and valuable takeaways.

🔗 Follow Joe Daymond & His Work: https://www.instagram.com/joe.daymond/

🔗 Purchase Tickets: I Hope I made You Proud Show : https://www.joedaymond.com/tickets

In this vibrant and uplifting kōrero, we sit down withKelly-Aroha Huata, a wāhine Māori who radiates courage, positivity, and passion. Hailing from Ngāti Kahungunu, Kelly shares how the unconditional love from her parents shaped her fearless approach to life.

We dive deep into:

✨ How whānau and upbringing built her confidence and courage

✨ Being fearless as a māmā, partner, and businesswoman

✨ Her love for her people and whenua as the foundation of herOne Acre

✨ The importance of financial education and empowering Māori with pūtea

✨ How she uses her platform to spread positivity and practical tools for growth

This episode is filled with energy, wisdom, and insight – a kōrero that will leave you feeling inspired and ready to step into your own fearlessness.

🔗 Follow Kelly-Aroha Huata:https://www.instagram.com/_oneacre_/

🔗 Support & Purchase One Acre Here:https://oneacre.co.nz/

In this powerful and insightful kōrero, we sit down withRawhitiroa Bosch, the man behind the lens who has dedicated his life to showcasing the magic of Māoridom. More than just a photographer, Rawhitiroa is a staunch activist who uses his craft to amplify the voices of our people.We dive deep into:✨ Following tikanga but sending a clear message at Waitangi✨ The Hīkoi – when people marched from the top of the North Island to Parliament✨ The power of controlling the narrative✨ How this government’s actions have awakened the taniwhaThis episode isn’t just a kōrero – it’s a wake-up call. Rawhitiroa shares his unfiltered thoughts on activism, identity, and the power of kotahitanga in these crucial times.🔗 Stay connected and updated with Rawhitiroa and Toitū te Tiriti, follow the links below ⬇️

https://toitutetiriti.co.nz/https://www.instagram.com/rawhitiroa

In this rare and powerful kōrero, Hone Harawira shares insights into his journey as an activist, his mother’s influence, and his vision for the future. From the early days of Ngā Tama Toa to passing the torch to the next generation of Māori activators, this episode captures a different side of Hone that many may not have seen before.We dive deep into:✨ The impact of his mother in shaping his activism✨ The early protests in Aotearoa & the fight for Māori rights✨ The art of language and how words hold power✨ What really happened at Waitangi✨ Why a mokopuna-focused approach is key to moving forwardThis conversation is about legacy, resilience, and the ongoing fight for Māori sovereignty – but also about hope, healing, and the power of the next generation.

In this powerful and raw kōrero, Jase Te Patu shares how his upbringing shaped his purpose, from experiencing his father leaving at a young age to the deep healing journey through te reo Māori.

Jase opens up about:
✨ How toxic fuel drove him to seek external validation ✨ The power of words and how they shaped his identity ✨ Healing generational trauma through te reo Māori ✨ Why he is so passionate about supporting rangatahi ✨ His journey with alcohol, ADHD, and breaking cycles

Now leading Hauora Aotearoa, Jase is dedicated to empowering Māori rangatahi through holistic wellbeing and identity. His story is one of resilience, self-discovery and true inner strength.

Episode Breakdown:
0:00 Intro 3:39 Being raised by nan and koro 10:50 Developing in the early stages of life 14:54 The teacher who believed in me 19:15 ADHD & when dad left 21:55 Always seeking validation 23:30 Resorting to alcohol 27:47 Relationship with alcohol now 32:05 The strength to sit in the challenge 38:54 Suck it up, don’t cry 41:20 Healing with te reo Māori 45:38 Be comfortable being the only Māori 50:20 Tuning in and seeing other people’s mamae 1:00:10 Final words

🔗 Follow Jase Te Patu & Hauora Aotearoa: https://www.hauoraaotearoa.com/

Starting 2025 with this epic conversation with my good friend Byron Austin (byron.grows).

In this episode, we discuss how Byron got into food forestry, the projects he’s passionate about, and take a deep dive into him as a person and leader. We explore his mindset, how he addresses insecurities and what drives him.

I hope you enjoy this kōrero and if you do receive value, leave a comment below and be sure to follow Byron.Grows.

Episode Breakdown

0:00 Intro

5:30 Getting Into Food Forest

9:21 Saying NO

13:00 The Difference Between Garden & Food Forest

19:00 Food Forest Is The Vehicle

23:03 Addressing Insecurities

30:00 Just Take The Steps

33:30 The Best 10 Days You Had

39:55 The Food Forest Games

46:35 Your Whole World Is A Result Of You

51:25 The Hero's Journey

54:50 Planting Seeds

57:55 Final Words

In this episode, we sit down for a second kōrero with Papa Mark Kopua to delve deeper into Mahi a Atua and the transformative mahi happening within wānanga. Papa Mark shares pūrākau of Atua Māori, the art of giving and receiving feedback, and the significance of mauri as an anchor and purpose in our lives and kaupapa.

Papa also reflects on his journey as an artist, speaking about the connection between art and home, the gifting of art, and practical ways to overcome creative blocks.

This episode is rich with wisdom, exploring the hunger within Māoridom to reconnect with identity, the challenges we all face, and the beauty of moving forward together with intention and purpose.

Please follow Mahi a Atua here and visit their webiste here to stay update with upcoming wānanga.

Episode Breakdown:
0:00 Intro
2:44 Say the Thing
5:04 Listen Carefully & Don’t Reshape It
8:20 Mauri Is the Anchor
11:39 Mauri Moko
17:54 An Artist’s Home
19:17 The Process of Creating Art
22:40 Getting Through Creative Blocks 24:00 Mahi a Atua Mokopapa 27:25 Māoridom Has Developed a Hunger to Be Māori 31:00 Everyone Goes Through Challenging Times 33:30 Let’s Do This Together 38:30 The Shift of Tangaroa 42:40 The Moana Reflecting How I Was Feeling 43:40 Carry the Intention 45:45 Final Words

In this episode, I sit down with Jana, a Mataora for Mahi a Atua, to explore her journey of reconnecting with Te Ao Māori and anchoring herself through cultural practice and healing.

We discuss the impacts of moving around, the challenges of disconnection, and how engaging with Mahi a Atua has shaped her path.

Jana shares insights on building confidence, navigating expectations placed on young wāhine, the importance of practicing integration, dealing with feedback that hurts, and staying grounded in one's journey.

For more information on Mahi a Atua and upcoming wānanga visit their website here.

Episode Breakdown

0:00 Intro

2:20 Impacts of Moving Around

5:50 Anchoring Self

8:30 Engaging with Mahi a Atua

11:30 Disconnected From Te Ao Māori

15:30 Tāne Were Midwives 

17:30 Expectation On Young Wahine

19:30 Building Confidence

23:10 Practicing Integration 

26:40 Feedback That Hurt

28:50 Final Words

In this episode, we sit down with Tama, the man behind the lens of Mahi a Atua, as he steps outside his comfort zone to share his personal journey.

Tama reflects on being raised in Hawke's Bay, the lessons he has learned from his children, and the life changing experience of connecting with Mahi a Atua, capturing moments during wānanga and his work addressing gambling harm within the community.

This kōrero highlights Tama’s growth, healing and dedication to creating positive change.

For more information about Mahi a Atua visit their website here.

Episode Breakdown:
0:00 Intro
4:45 Being a Pāpā
9:39 Connecting to Mahi a Atua
12:10 Life-Changing Experience
16:10 Giving Back
18:00 Breaking Through Limiting Beliefs
21:44 Gambling Harm
26:00 Final Words

In this episode, we sit down with Kelly Burns, a Mataora (change agent) for Mahi a Atua, to explore her journey of transformation and growth. Kelly opens up about her upbringing in Te Araroa as well as sharing the influence Mahi a Atua - teaching her the importance of giving and receiving feedback and the profound impact of supporting herself and others through life's highs and lows.

This episode was recorded during a Rangi Parauri Mahi a Atua Wānanga. We hope you enjoy the value!

0:00 Intro

4:10 Rushing To Grow Up

6:00 Carrying Baggage

8:30 Joining Mahi a Atua

12:30 Giving & Receiving Feedback

16:15 Supporting Yourself & Others

17:38 Reacting & Solutions

24:00 Expressing Authenticity

29:50 Being a Change Agent

34:40 Final Words

Solo session unpacking the lessons of the season as well as 2024.

Navigating uncertainty, friendships and preparing for what is ahead for 2025.