Creative Capital

The final episode of Creative Capital features the phenomenal artists Lissy and Rudi Robinson-Cole - creators of Wharenui Harikoa. Wharenui Harikoa, translating to 'House of Joy', is a large-scale crocheted wharenui (Māori meeting house) that embodies a vision of manifesting intergenerational healing and deeply felt joy.  Lissy's Story: A Tapestry of Art and Resilience Born into a world where crea...

This episode features Jonjon Tolovae Cowley Lupo, who is an original member of No.3 Roskill Theatre and part of its core group of creatives. Jonjon is the resident costume designer of No.3, costume designing their last 3 shows. She is also one of the performers and contributes to the writing and devising of work created by the cohort.  She has recently finished working alongside Lindah Lepou costu...

This episode features Lance Fepuleai, also known as Lucky Lance. Lance is a Samoan Artist based in Tāmaki Makaurau. Part of the award-winning hip-hop trio Team Dynamite, he's also the founder and creative director behind Sky Pirates, a street wear entity sporting an art gallery that supports local artistic endeavours.

This episode, Elyssia speaks with Amiria Puia-Taylor. She is a proud daughter of the Moana who has been fortunate to shape her career being creative - a people weaver, place maker and cultural arts manager. Amiria has been working across the creative industries for 18 years. 

This month we’re taking with Van Mei who is an artist and writer currently based in Te Ika-a-Māui. They are the current Kaitohu (Director) of The Pantograph Punch, an online arts and culture platform that’s been nourishing writers and audiences for 13 years.    Prior to this they were the Director of Enjoy Contemporary Art Space for a stint and have worked, published and exhibited across performin...

In this episode, we speak to Chantelle, Noah and Aniwa Whaiapu, part of the whanau behind Te Manawa, a Māori artist-led collective. Focused on leading transformational change in the creative sector in Tāmaki Makaurau, currently being developed by Te Taumata Toi-a-Iwi.

This month we talk to Janaye Henry. Janaye is a Billy T nominated comedian, actor, and host of a new show for people who don’t watch the news - 2 Cents 2 Much. She enjoys creating content for people who don't often see themselves represented in the media. You can 2 Cents 2 Much here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-xxT3W4uRNY-TVnm86UoDkTLy3Ld7dga

This episode, Elyssia speaks to the new Executive Director and Creative Director of Auckland Pride - Julia Croft and Nathan Joe.    Julia Croft is the newly appointed Executive Director of Auckland Pride. She is a practising performance artist whose extensive arts career has given her experience producing, working with funding bodies, and an exceptional reputation for supporting the growth of youn...

This episode features Zoe Black and Jade Townsend. Zoe Black (Ngāpuhi, Ngāti Hine, Pākehā) is the deputy director of Objectspace in Auckland, Aotearoa New Zealand. She has been working in galleries for the past ten years. Her curatorial practice has focused on community development and advocating for critically under-represented craft and object art forms. Jade Townsend (Ngāti Kahungunu, Te Ātihau...

This episode features Brady Peeti. Brady (Te Āti Haunui-a-Pāpārangi, Ngāti Maniapoto) is a pioneering, award-winning performer, who has broken down stereotypes after her recognition as the first Australasian trans actress to play a leading female role.     A graduate of the National Academy of Singing and Dramatic Art (receiving a Bachelor of Performing Arts), Brady's theatre credits include Fever...

This episode sees Elyssia Wilson-Heti joined by Courtney Mayhew and Chelsea Winstanley, founders of Ahi Films, a new independent film distribution collective. With a focus on creative-led fresh storytelling, innovative ways to reach audiences and true collaboration, Ahi is a catalyst for filmmakers to partner with a distributor that is made for the future. Chelsea is an Oscar nominated producer, a...

This episode sees Elyssia talk with the incredible Pere Wihongi (Te Rarawa, Ngā Puhi, Ngāti Kuri, Ngāti Wai). Pere is a musician, composer, voice actor, choreographer, and kapa haka performer who originally comes from Herekino in Northland. As well as being a founder of the kapa haka group Angitu, Pere is also part of the award-winning music group Maimoa.

Elyssia Wilson Heti is joined by Cat Ruka and Dominic Hoey, key figures in the recently formed grassroots advocacy moment DAMN (Dignity and money now).   Cat Ruka (Ngāpuhi, Waitaha) is the executive director of Auckland’s Basement Theatre. She has also worked as a choreographer, educator, artist mentor and as artistic director of Tempo Dance Festival. Dominic Hoey is a poet, author and playwright...