Rnz: Te Ahi Kaa

Ka puta Matariki, ka rere a Whānui. Ko te tohu tena o te tau e. Matariki re-appears, Whānui starts its flight. Being the sign of the new year! (Whānui, also known as Vega, is the fifth brightest star in the sky, and the marker of the Polynesian new year in ancient times)

From pouring pints to singing Verdi, current Lexus Song Quest winner Phillip Rhodes reflects on his childhood and career.

Jemaine Clement, from 'Flight of the Concords', talks about life growing up in the Wairarapa, being Maori, and TV shows.

What is a Tohunga? Author, Paul Moon, reveals some of the discoveries he made while researching the subject.

Te Ahi Kaa reviews "Pou Korero", a book designed to assist mainstream journalists report on issues that affect Maori.

Te Ahi Kaa looks at the legacy of the 28th Maori Battalion and its influence on Aotearoa.

We remember the life and career of singer and songwriter Mahinarangi Tocker (Ngati Raukawa, Ngati Tuwharetoa, Ngati Maniapoto).

The misuse of indigenous culture in the international marketplace is explored in a programme which looks at how trademarks are used and intellectual property is safeguarded.

Safekeeping of traditional knowledge is an important task that's been made more accessible by a roopu of indigenous Australians.

The Australian government kept its 2007 election promise to say "sorry" to indigenous Australians.

Te Maire Tau reviews This Horrid Practice: The Myth and Reality of Maori Cannibalism by Paul Moon

Barry Barclay, Ngati Apa, enjoyed a colourful film career, including projects as Ngati and Te Rua. Te Ahi Kaa remembers him.

What does Waitangi day mean to you? Maraea and Tanerau hit Waitangi and Wellington with that question.

Dr Manuka Henare questions whether the Treaty of Waitangi can be viewed as New Zealand's founding document

Dr Manuka Henare questions whether The Treaty of Waitangi can be viewed as New Zealand's founding document.

The passive resistance shown by Maori at Parihaka in 1881, continues to inspire two centuries on in various forms.

We remember a poet who's love of the written and spoken word captivated a nation, Hone Tuwhare.

Herea Te Tangata Ki Te Whenua 'Bind the people to the land'. The life and story of land activist and noted Maori leader Whina Cooper, interviewed by Alwyn Owen. Part 2 of 2. Ngā Taonga Sound & Vision ID22211.

Herea Te Tangata Ki Te Whenua 'Bind the people to the land'. The life and story of land activist and noted Maori leader Whina Cooper, interviewed by Alwyn Owen. Part 1 of 2. Ngā Taonga Sound & Vision ID22211.