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Do you believe talent is genetically inherited? Rick Steele, a legendary Bluesman inducted into the West Australia Music Hall Of Fame in 2016, is joined by his son, Luke Steele—an eight-time award-winning singer-songwriter, lead vocalist, guitarist, and one of the producers of the electro-pop duo, Empire Of The Sun, the creative force behind the multi-platinum single, 'Walking On A Dream.&apo...

What are your resolutions for 2024? Any fitness or health improvement goals? The ALTBAYS Table Talk kicks off 2024 with The Stag Roar podcast host, Ryan O’Connor. Ryan is a father, an optometrist, and he chases high performance in sports, hunting, maximizing creativity, business, fitness, mental health, and more! Show 240 – Ryan O’Connor (The Stag Roar Podcast) Welcome to the Altbays Table Talk (f...

Russ Walker was part of The Voice Australia in 2017, and much more than just 'Stan Walker's brother,' Russ is a Ngaiterangi singer from the McLeod family of Tamapahore Marae who lives and performs regularly in Australia. Russ stopped by the Altbays studios to have a chat about music, growing up with an abusive father, faith, and much more! Show 238 – Russ Walker (Aotearoa Musician)...

Show 239 – Let’s Go Descarrego! and Roimata Taimana Welcome to the Altbays Table Talk (Special appearance: Chloe Potae) The Altbays Table Talk celebrates their last show of 2023 with the folk/punk duo Let’s Go Descarrego! (Stu Pedley and Leo Magri), the legendary musician/visual artist Roimata Taimana and a very special appearance of one of our dearest co-hosts of all time, Chloe Potae. ALTBAYS Sh...

Did you know that the oldest evidence of tattoos dates back to 3370 BC? Join us in this top conversation with Dana Hurricane, a seasoned tattoo artist with 13 years of experience. Dana talks about the evolution of the tattooing industry, traveling around the globe for work, and much more!  Show 237 – Dana Hurricane (Tattoo Artist) Welcome to the Altbays Table Talk (feat. Georgie Parry and Leo Magr...

Do you know what Craniosacral therapy is? Roze, a yoga instructor and masseuse from the Netherlands, embarked on a sailing adventure around half the globe. After 2.5 years of navigating, she found a new home in Aotearoa New Zealand. Roze is not only a badass Jiu-Jitsu blackbelt and a skilled sword fighter but has also recently become a Craniosacral therapist. Curious to find out what that is? List...

Rap is much more than throwing lines and rhymes on top of drum beats! Mazbou Q, 'The Rap Scientist,' a UK-born Nigerian based in Tāmaki Makaurau (Auckland), is an artist, producer, content creator, and educator. With a background in classical, heavy metal, and West African Highlife, he confronts his listeners with socio-political commentary and creatively engages them in the complexities...

Have you ever thought about creating online content while eating the best kai around Aotearoa? Well, Āwhina & Te-Taima are taking that experience to the next level, while bringing Māori culture to the forefront in the social media world! Watch it here now!   Show 234 Āwhina & Te-Taima  (Aotearoa Content Creators)  Welcome to ALTBAYS Show (feat. Fabian Roberts and Leo Magri)  The Altbays Ta...

Did you know that evidence of ancient pottery is found on six of the seven continents from virtually every civilization? Alan Rhodes is a Coromandel icon whose journey spans the vibrant sounds of the Hamilton County Bluegrass Band to the delicate artistry of handmade pottery. He comes to the Altbays Table Talk for a chat with Leo Magri and the singer/songwriter Stewart Pedley. Watch it here now! A...

Are you optimistic about the socio-economic and cultural scenario for Aotearoa NZ in 2024? The Altbays Table Talk has the pleasure of bringing back business mentor Vaughan Winiata, who is also involved with the Corrections sector in Aotearoa, to chat with Leo and the always-sharp kaiako Māori, Brandon Amoamo. Watch it here now! ALTBAYS Table Talk 232 – Vaughan Winiata ( Te Whare e Tōtika ) Welcome...

Did you know that there are approximately, 2.47 billion adult gamers in the world? Henri is a restaurant owner and chef passionate about video games, manga D&D and Hip-Hop who spends a solid amount of time reading about ancient civilizations and listening to hip-hop. He comes to the Altbays Table Talk to chat with Leo and our dear friend Azzie McLean! ALTBAYS Table Talk 231 – Henri Galvin Newt...

ALTBAYS Table Talk 230 – Lucia Hemara and Melodownz ( Māori Visual Artist/Hip-Hop Artist ) Welcome to the Altbays Table Talk (Feat. Lana Garland and Leo Magri) Lucia Hemara is a Māori visual artist raised in Tamaki Makaurau and born into a whanau where artistic talent flows through generations. Her mother, a skilled pattern maker with over 30 years in the fashion industry, and her father, a portra...

Do you like a good dress-up party? What about tapping into the world of cosplay? Meet Eloise Green, the children’s party entertainer and creative force behind Matilda the Time Travelling Fairy! From hosting epic Halloween events to crafting intricate Steampunk costumes, her creativity knows no bounds. Join Leo and Rebecca Smith on this top korero! ALTBAYS Table Talk 229 – Eloise Green (Matilda The...

Do you have friends or whanau who are currently struggling with addiction? Angel emerged as one of the first wahine Māori to share her story on social media. She comes to the Altbays Table Talk to tell us about her challenging upbringing in the NZ gang life to overcoming addiction and finding redemption. Watch it here now! ALTBAYS Table Talk 228 – Angel Taylor (Content Creator) Welcome to the Altb...

Did you know that stress triggers a 'fight-or-flight' response, altering our breathing? Luckily, we can intentionally control that through our breath! Mary is a neurosomatic breathwork therapist who suffered from adrenal fatigue and severe migraines for years but managed to control and heal them with breathwork and the power of somatic healing. She joins Altbays Table Talk to chat with P...

The legendary West Side Hori, Tipene comes back to the Altbays Table Talk to chat with two top Aotearoa Hip-Hop upcoming artists Te Paea Seasons and Chance Haddon aka “C33Y” a few days before the release of their EP ALTBAYS Table Talk 226 – Te Paea Seasons and C33Y with special guest Tipene (Hip-Hop Artists) Welcome to the Altbays Table Talk (Feat. Leo Magri) Chance Haddon aka "C33Y" is...

Have you ever cooked a possum before? Shay Williamson is a possum trapper and content creator who runs the successful online channel 'Keeping It Wild.' The channel is all about teaching primal skills that put food on the table: hunting, gathering, cooking, and eating! Join us with top artist and trapper Andrew Barber to learn Aotearoa's bush and survival skills. Watch and ask your q...

Make Pizza, Not War! Luke is the mastermind behind Kuaotunu's famous spot, Luke's Kitchen, where folks queue up for mouthwatering pizzas and grooving to live music over summer. A proud dad of two, Luke is all about riding the waves whenever he can. Catch him on Altbays Table Talk, where we chat about surf, diving, fishing, Luke’s global adventures, the ups and downs of running a small bu...

Is there a Māori Elite in Aotearoa? One of Aotearoa’s most controversial artists, Hori, is an artist, fashion designer, and comedian currently touring The Māori Elite show—a political satire piece that attempts to address all questions surrounding Māori elitism and the so-called 'treatyists.' Hori joins us for a lively korero on Altbays Table Talk. Join our live stream and drop your ques...

Ever wondered what it takes to run a local news outlet? Pauline and Stan, are the dynamic duo behind Mercury Bay's newspaper, The Informer. Stan's still a Presbyterian Minister, and Pauline used to be one too—both with years of theological education under their belts. These two go-getters don't believe in retirement; they've been working side by side for five decades, supportin...

Twerking is much more than just a dance move! Adam, with a background in Neurosomatics and Psychosomatics, is the founder of Twerwerk, a psycho-sensory modality that helps you gain confidence and connect with your body, all while having fun! Adam joins the Altbays Table Talk to discuss healing from trauma, therapy modalities, and much more. Watch it now and get ready to shake that money maker! ALT...

Ever heard of OnlyFans? Today, many create online content to make a living. Azrael, who worked as a stripper in Australia and New Zealand, has been on OnlyFans for almost three years. Her journey began with body-shaming, but she's turned the tables to empower people. Join her on Altbays Table Talk to discuss taboo topics and the world of adult content creation. Watch it here now! ALTBAYS Tabl...

What's your boldest, most secret fantasy? You don't have to say it out loud! Nocturness takes us on a journey into the depths of desire and expression in a lively chat with the Altbays Table Talk Crew. With a 12-year career in the adult entertainment industry and a background in theatre, classical ballet, and modern dance, Nocturness has mastered the stage. Don't be shy; join us on...

Do you usually light up the dance floor, or do you wait for someone else to go first and then rock it with a classic moonwalk? Meet Lisa, a skilled dancer trained in ballet, jazz, tap, funk, musical theatre, lyrical, contemporary, and Irish dancing. Lisa is the driving force behind the renowned En Pointe Dance Studio, and she's joining us on Altbays Table Talk to delve into the vibrant dance...

Have you ever thought about how much work goes into a music concert or a drama production? Emma is an experienced production and tour manager in the music industry, currently holding this role for the renowned band Fat Freddys Drop in Europe. Emma has traveled all over the world and has some great stories to share! We are pleased to have the incredible visual artist Roimata Taimana as a co-host fo...