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Ngā Here - The Many Connections

James Beck
Colonization
Rangiaowhia
Aotearoa
Climate Change
Christianity
Wilberforce Foundation
Waikato Wars
Te Tiriti
Cain and Abel
Conservation
Te Reo Māori
Ngāti Haka
Māori Economy
Genesis 4
Pākehā
Environmental Stewardship
Land Dispossession
Mokomoko Dryland Sanctuary
Biodiversity
Māori

Over the years I’ve noticed that there are a lot of us who can see that our planet is a bit broken and that how we live as a people in Aotearoa is a bit broken too - and we’ve got some pretty big questions. Questions about what the Bible might have to say about the way we live and care for creation. Questions about how we can deeply connect with the world around us and each other. Questions about ... more

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Season Four draws to a close in Makarora, surrounded by mountains, glaciers, and braided rivers — landscapes breathtaking in beauty yet marked by the realities of climate change and human impact. James, Waiora, and Andrew reflect on the Noah story on... more

On the road through Central Otago, the team makes a series of unexpected stops — not just at lizard sanctuaries, but at cemeteries. James takes Waiora and Andrew on a tour of his own whakapapa in Naseby, Hamiltons, and St Bathans, telling stories of ... more

We ended the last episode talking about hope — God’s refusal to give up on creation, and the possibility of sanctuaries that protect life. But hope is only real when it sits alongside grief, and in this episode the team wrestles with how to hold both... more

In Central Otago, James, Waiora, and Andrew meet Anna Yeoman, a writer and conservationist whose unexpected love for geckos and skinks grew into years of volunteering, research, and eventually a book. Together they visit Mokomoko Dryland Sanctuary ne... more

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Anna Yeoman
Conservationist and lizard enthusiast
Episode: Haerenga Tuawhā - Part 3 - Sanctuaries, Arks, and Possibility
Daphne Lee
Professor of Geology and expert on ancient fossil forests
University of Otago
Episode: Haerenga Tuawhā - Part 1 - Fossils, Faith, and the Future of Our Planet
John Stenhouse
Associate Professor at the University of Otago, specializing in the history of science and religion.
University of Otago
Episode: Special Episode // John Stenhouse // Science, Settlers, and Our Shared Story
Jay Ruka
Excellent musician, semi-competent surfer, and author of the well-known book 'Who We Are Come Home'
Meritapu
Episode: Haerenga Tuatoru - Part 6 - Fugitives, Wanderers and Reconciliation
Te Waka Ruapounamu McLeod
Kaiarataki with Ka Uru Ora and member of the New Plymouth District Council.
Ka Uru Ora
Episode: Haerenga Tuatoru - Part 5 - The Land is Crying Out
Dr. Andrew Shepherd
Theologian and researcher exploring the implications of biblical narratives for modern issues.
Episode: Haerenga Tuatoru - Part 3 - One Kept Flocks
Alastair Rees
Public theologian, farmer, and historian
Episode: Haerenga Tuatoru - Part 2 - Te Horopaki
Tereora Crane
Senior education specialist at the National Library
National Library
Episode: Haerenga Tuatoru - Part 4 - Rangiaowhia
Aunty Awhimati
An elder and humorously insightful storyteller, sharing the painful history of her ancestors' dispossession.
Ngāti Haka
Episode: Haerenga Tuatoru - Part 1 - Te Karanga

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James Beck
Host of Ngā Here, involved in exploring the connections between creation, spirituality, and Aotearoa's socio-cultural landscape.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 71 ratings
  • Wisdom

    A beautiful light touch as deep and vital matters are explored. Ka pai.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rev Alli
    New Zealand2 years ago
  • Not just good for New Zealanders!

    This podcast is a really beautiful aid to anyone who cares about navigating climate anxiety and issues of colonialism and ecology from a faith perspective. (Even folks like me, living in Europe).

    Highly recommend giving it a listen. It’s just so much joy.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tc2Tü
    United States2 years ago
  • Engaging and thought-provoking

    Very relevant to those of us exploring our connection to the whenua through a Christian lens. Easy to listen in on the conversation. Really loved session one and session two is proving just as good.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Little Yella
    New Zealand2 years ago
  • Great listen

    Really enjoyed listening in on this conversation and being challenged by what was discussed. High production value, nice job.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NZ chch
    New Zealand3 years ago
  • Kei te pai!

    Straight up , the most down to earth podcast have heard. An actual answer to karakia, Refreshing.

    This needs more exposure !!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    checkenstrips
    New Zealand3 years ago

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Haerenga Tuawhā - Part 2 - Violence, Hope, and Water
Q: What is the significance of the sacredness of creation?
The sacredness influences how we treat, engage with, and modify it for our benefits, while caring for its well-being too.
Haerenga Tuawhā - Part 4 - Grief, Lament and Faithfulness
Q: What does that make you think about Waiora?
The important thing is aligning ourselves with what God wants, even if we might not see good outcomes.
Haerenga Tuawhā - Part 4 - Grief, Lament and Faithfulness
Q: Does that have some sort of divine aspect to it for you?
Definitely, my faith is what's in everything that I do.
Haerenga Tuawhā - Part 1 - Fossils, Faith, and the Future of Our Planet
Q: What's your take on the importance of past climates in understanding our current climate situation?
Understanding past climates allows us to predict future conditions and recognize the impact of human activities.
Special Episode // Peter Harris Interviewed in the Hut
Q: What does hope look like in the context we are living in, amidst challenges such as biodiversity loss?
Hope is a practice and a posture, not just an emotion, focused on God's love and care for creation, encouraging active engagement.

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Engaging deeply with the intersections of spirituality, ecology, and cultural identity, this show examines profound questions about how biblical narratives influence our relationship with the environment and with each other. The discussions often highlight the unique historical and social realities of Aotearoa, particularly focusing on the dynamics between Māori and Pākehā cultures. Episodes are characterized by rich storytelling, theological exploration, and conversation surrounding themes of reconciliation and justice, all framed within the context of caring for creation and addressing issues of colonialism.

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Recent guests on Ngā Here include:

1. Anna Yeoman
2. Daphne Lee
3. John Stenhouse
4. Jay Ruka
5. Te Waka Ruapounamu McLeod
6. Dr. Andrew Shepherd
7. Alastair Rees
8. Tereora Crane

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