Kairongoa with Ngaronoa Renata

We look at Kohekohe, the medicinal plant, Puanga, the star that comes before Matariki, plus we hear about Ngaronoa's work writing poetry/lyrics for Taisha Tari to perform

With the Rahui having just been lifted following a recent drowning we go in-depth with Ngaronoa about what the word means and what the intention is when a Rahui is placed on an area.

We look at the benefits of 2 native plants and Ngaronoa brings her unique perspective of recent Easter celebrations

Today we look at what's happening at Maungatautari Sanctuary Mountain and also look at the benefits of Puketea bark as a painkiller

ABC Australia has produced a podcast about the Te Pahi medal and the story of how it re-emerged in recent years. Ngaronoa was involved with the production as were her daughters Komako and Whetu.

Ngaronoa joins us to reflect on the recent Waitangi Day community event held in the town hall.

The Great Christmas Shopping Conspiracy and what used to happen in Aotearoa at this time of year before northern hemisphere culture was transplanted here. We also talk rongoa with Ngaronoa in another free wheeling discussion

While a protests in support of Maori Language and the Treaty are happening around the country Ngaronoa and Aaron look at cultural myths and assumptions that are taking a toll on the mental health and wellbeing of all our people

Ngaronoa and Aaron report back on the recent treaty workshop held in Whaingaroa last month.

Ngaronoa joins us in between looking after her mokopuna to talk about food sovereignty and traditional maori foods.

Today a discussion about alternative or complimentary health care for our pets. It's popular for people but are people using things like herbal medicine for their pets. Ngaronoa also remembers Bryan who was often known as the dog man and how passed away recently.

Ngaronoa is here to talk about the renaissance in Te Reo, let you know about her new classes and a gig she will be involved with at The Yard this weekend

Ngaronoa is in studio to talk about her experiences with the teaching of the history of Aotearoa plus we have a quick look ahead to Maori Language Week - Te Wiki O Te Reo Maori

We look back at Matariki, find out about Ngaronoa's narration work with the ABC and also talk about treating winter ailments with herbal remedies

The Medicine of Matariki in the town hall this Saturday at 3pm. Ngaronoa is the Creative Director organising workshops, music, kai and more

Puanga is the star that comes before Matariki and Ngaronoa is in studio to talk about this and a community celebration coming up later in the month

Puanga and Matariki are ready to appear and Ngaronoa is running Te Reo classes based around the topic

Ngaronoa joins us to reflect on Matariki and how the pattern of the modern world jars with the rhythm of the natural world. Ngaronoa is also running some special Te Reo Classes around Matariki on Wednesday mornings at the Old School

Ngaronoa gives her perspective on the Coronation of King Charles and the associated effects of colonialism

Taonga Puoro, healing sounds, Western Science compared with Maturanga Maori, Northern Hemisphere holidays and Live & Local this Friday. Yep, it's another wide ranging chat with Ngaronoa and Aaron

Ngaronoa introduces us to the work of Al Fraser and we learn about the medicinal qualities of Horopito and Houhere

Ngaronoa is talking medicinal teas ahead of the Health Expo this weekend where she will be setting up a tea stall

We're talking about the development of Te Reo as well as the work of the group Oro Mauri in the field of Taonga Puoro

A wide ranging discussion with Ngaronoa covering many aspect so Te Ao Maori

Ngaronoa has traditional Maori instruments in the studio as we look at the current attempts to document how they work via western science - while also having a listen to the unique sounds they make.