Indigenous 100 Podcast

A MĀORI MAYORS VISION!   Moko Tepania made history as the youngest elected Far North District Council member in 2019 and again in 2022 as the district’s youngest and first Māori mayor. The far north mayor has been recognized as one of the world’s top young leaders by a global organisation advocating for youth in politics. The young mayor is also an educator and is currently finishing a master’s de...

INDIGENOUS HEALTH CHAMPION!    Professor Papaarangi Reid has been at the forefront of equitable outcomes for Māori for over 30 years and is known for her years of dedication to addressing equity and furthering hauora Māori in Aotearoa. We had the opportunity to sit down and talk to Prof. Papaarangi about what equity means in the health space, how people misconstrue equity into something else and w...

Tēnēi kaiwhakaari rongonui!  Academy nominated actress Keisha Castle-Hughes was uncertain about her future after her breakthrough role in Whale Rider at the age of 12. Now, almost two decades later, she shares insights about her fascinating life both on and off the screen.  Her acting career has united New Zealanders, who take pride in watching Paikea, the young girl they all know, take on more si...

Tēnei hautipua o te ao hākinakina! From a young boy with humble beginnings to a triumphant NRL player, Tawera Nikau has faced numerous trials and challenges throughout his life. Despite the obstacles he has encountered, Tawera has persevered and become the person he is today. His journey is an inspiring one that has touched the lives of many, from whānau to those who see him a rugby league playing...

Chelsea Winstanley Film Producer Filmmaker Chelsea Winstanley (Ngāti Ranginui, Ngāi te Rangi) has had remarkable success both here in Aotearoa and overseas. Projects like Tame Iti - The Man Behind the Moko, Waru, What We do in the Shadows and Merata: How Mum Decolonised the Screen; Chelsea’s collection of work celebrates our indigenous peoples. In 2020 Chelsea was nominated for an Oscar for produc...

Lynell Tuffery Huria Intellectual Property Lawyer When it comes to protecting our culture in this ever changing world, Lynell Tuffery Huria (Ngāti Ruanui, Ngā Ruahine) is leading the way and utilising her expertise to ensure that Māori and international indigenous communities are supported in protecting their intellectual property. As the first Māori patent lawyer here in Aotearoa, Lynell is a spe...

Dr Jim Mather Maori Development Specialist As a Chair, Professional Director, CEO and Māori Development Specialist, Jim Mather (Ngāti Awa, Tūhoe) is a jack of all trades who has had a significant impact on Maori Economic Development. Jim has business leadership experience spanning 25 years. He has been the Chief Executive Officer of the Pacific Business Trust, Māori Television and Te Wānanga o Aot...

Rob Ruha Music Artist Rob Ruha (Te Whānau-a-Apanui, Ngāti Porou, Rongowhakaata, Tainui) is an accomplished academic, activist and singer/songwriter amongst many things. Through his various endeavours, Rob champions te reo Māori me ona tikanga and has had considerable impact on the landscape of the arts, particularly music, here in Aotearoa. Rob’s Solo Artist career has seen him perform in front of...

Wayne 'Buck' ShelfordRugby LegendHe’s one of the toughest players to don the black jersey and during his time as an All Black, Wayne ‘Buck’ Shelford, of Ngāpuhi descent created a legacy that lasts to this day. His actions on the field left a mark on every game he played and during his time as captain of the All Blacks, the team were undefeated for 19 games from 1987 - 1990. He's the only Captain a...

Scotty and Stacey Morrison Reo Advocates, TV/Radio Broadcasters Te mīharo hoki o te tokorua nei! As individuals, Stacey (Te Arawa, Ngāi Tahu) and Scotty (Ngāti Whakaue) Morrison are powerhouses in a number of spaces. Together, they’re a powerful force who are creating a wave of reo revitalisation here in Aotearoa. Amongst many commitments, Stacey and Scotty are radio and TV broadcasters whose proj...

Dr Leonie PihamaAcademic, ActivistDr Leonie Pihama has a vision for our country. A vision of Tino Rangatiratanga that sees our reo, tikanga and mātauranga as the base in which our country operates and thrives. A leading kaupapa Māori educator and researcher, Leonie has been working in the intersecting fields of education, health, whānau wellbeing and Maori immersion education for a number of decad...

Hone Harawira Māori Activist, Former Politician Hone Harawira needs no introduction here in Aotearoa. The activist and former politician from Te Tai Tokerau has dedicated his life to fighting for Māori rights and uplifting te iwi Māori. Over the past 40 years he’s played a role in Te Tiriti o Waitangi issues, Māori language revitalisation, land occupations, and Māori broadcasting. Since a young ag...

Dave Letele Motivator, Founder of Buttabean Motivation David Letele (Samoa, Ngāti Maniapoto), a former professional boxer turned motivational speaker and founder of Buttabean Motivation which is changing lives and improving the health outcomes of people across Tāmaki Makaurau through free Community Boot Camps and a range of other community programmes. After going through his own life changing weig...

Dr. Ella Henry Academic, Researcher, and Negotiator. Associate Professor Ella Henry (Ngātikahu ki Whangaroa, Ngāti Kuri, Te Rārawa) is an academic renowned for her research into and advocacy of Māori culture, language and leadership. She’s highly respected by many and has had a great impact on Māori media over the past twenty years. Her Masters focused on Māori women and leadership and her PhD on...

Joe Parker Professional Boxer Lupesoloai La’auliolemalietoa Joseph Parker, is a New Zealand professional boxer of Samoan heritage. Growing up in Mangere - as a kid Parker generally impressed with whatever he did. One day it was on the rugby league field, the next it was showcasing his skills playing the piano. It was no surprise when he took up boxing at the age of 11 – his father was named Dempse...

Stan Walker has been a household name in Aotearoa for over a decade now. The singer from Tauranga Moana, Tūhoe and Ngāti Ranginui rose to fame as the winner of Australian Idol in 2009 and topped the charts shortly thereafter with his debut single,

RENATA BLAIR Businessman and member of the Institute of Directors Renata Blair is of Ngāti Whātua descent with governance experience on the Ngāti Whātua Orākei Trust which is responsible for managing over $600m of assets. The Trust runs projects and programmes in commercial property development, investments, education, housing, environment and preserving and revitalization of tribal history, langu...

He is the greatest footballer New Zealand, a country obsessed with Rugby, has ever produced. From Rongotai College to the heights and glory of European Football. This is his story - Wynton Rufer - Indigenous 100.

From a young age Maru Nihoniho has been fascinated with video games - but how do you turn your passion into your career? This is the story of how Maru Nihoniho completely changed the direction of her life to become an award-winning video game designer and businesswoman. Maru Nihoniho - Indigenous 100

Mr G, is a self-taught artist who works across various mixed media but is probably best known for his photo-realistic spray-painted street art. He has accepted commissions all around the world and his work is highly sought after. This is his story - Graham Hoete, Mr G - Indigenous 100

A person who has been a leader in business and governance, Mavis Mullins had broken the mould. Not just because of the positions she’s held or the accolades she’s received, but for the emphasis on doing business that benefits future generations. This is her story – Mavis Mullins - Indigenous 100.

Eugene Bareman is the mastermind behind the rise and rise of UFC superstar, Israel Adesanya. As Adesanya’s head coach he has overseen his star pupil’s transition from Kickboxing (75-5) and Boxing (5-1) to become the UFC Middleweight Champion in less than 2 years after debuting for the organisation.

From a television celebrity to a forensic psychiatrist, Dr Hinemoe Elder has made a fascinating transformation. Her story is one of unrelenting determination to care for the most important and vulnerable things in Te Ao Māori. Our people, our well-being and our language. This is Dr Hinemoa Elder - Indigenous 100

Hon Nanaia Mahuta is a tribal member of Waikato-Tainui, Ngāti Maniapoto and Ngāti Hine and her parliamentary experience has enabled her to contribute to the collective aspirations of Māori and all New Zealanders - Nanaia Mahuta Indigenous 100

From growing up on the East Coast of New Zealand to cutting deals with the biggest companies in world media including Amazon, National Geographic and Freemantle. This is the story of how Bailey Mackey went from Iwi radio to Hollywood - Bailey Mackey Indigenous 100