Whakamīere - Reo Māori Stories
Kei ngā manu tute o tō tātou wao, nau mai ki te ururuatanga o Whakamīere. He wāhi tēnei e whakatairangahia ai ngā tini hua o te reo Māori. Ki konei tuia ai ngā muka o te ao tuhituhi, ā, ko te whāinga kia whakaputa i te reo o ngā pukapuka reo Māori. Welcome to Whakamīere, a place to celebrate te reo Māori and explore the literary world, where we produce translations of stories in te reo Māori. Tune in weekly to listen to episodes. If you enjoy the podcast, consider supporting us on Patreon.
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Episodes
Sunday Dec 08, 2024
Sunday Dec 08, 2024
O Henry's classic short story is about a young couple determined secretly to surprise each other with a special gift despite their limited resources. Unaware of the other's plans, they each make a personal sacrifice to make their gift possible. It is a timeless story of generosity, sacrifice, and love. Cherished by readers for more than a century, this story is recognised as one of the greatest tales of all time.
Translation by Taurapa
Sunday Dec 01, 2024
Sunday Dec 01, 2024
A short fable around picking your battles, and what can happen if you don't choose wisely.
Translation by Taurapa
Sunday Nov 24, 2024
Sunday Nov 24, 2024
This kōrero is a little reminder to all of us to think about others before complaining about ourselves.
Translation by Taurapa
Sunday Nov 17, 2024
Sunday Nov 17, 2024
One of perhaps Aesop's most famous kōrero. This paki poto reminds us what really happens when the mighty are in charge.
Translation by Taurapa
Sunday Nov 10, 2024
Sunday Nov 10, 2024
A cautionary tale about why it's important to remember to be humble.
Translation by Taurapa
Sunday Nov 03, 2024
Sunday Nov 03, 2024
Back by popular demand, Wini-te-Pū makes his return appearance on Whakamīere, where he tries to visit his friend Rāpeti and gets himself into a squeeze.
Translation by Taurapa
Monday Oct 28, 2024
Monday Oct 28, 2024
A kōrero about why we should not perhaps be so quick to judge others.
Translation by Taurapa
Sunday Oct 27, 2024
Sunday Oct 27, 2024
A quick paki poto about dogs attempting the impossible.
Translation by Taurapa
Sunday Oct 20, 2024
Sunday Oct 20, 2024
What would you say to get yourself out of harm's way? Find out what the Pekapeka does when snatched by a Wīhara!
Translation by Taurapa
Saturday Oct 12, 2024
Saturday Oct 12, 2024
We are thrilled to showcase the first ever reo Māori translation of Sherlock Holmes and the Adventure of the Speckled Band. Dive into the famous detective's world through the eyes of his companion Wātene. The classic locked-room mystery is said by many to be Arthur Conan Doyle's finest work, and is even considered by the author to be his best story.
Translation by Taurapa