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MATA with Mihingarangi Forbes

RNZ
Oranga Tamariki
Perpetual Leases
Te Tiriti O Waitangi
Treaty Of Waitangi
Pukehinehena
Māori Land
Māori Health
7AA
Aotearoa
Native Townships Act
Treaty Principles Bill
Tokomaru Bay
Māori
Tauranga Moana
World War I
Taranaki
Cancer Treatments
New Zealand Budget
Te Reo Māori
Takuta Ferris

An in-depth podcast where newsmakers and Māori commentators unpack the latest political issues impacting Aotearoa.

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In an extended interview, co-leaders Debbie Ngarewa-Packer and Rawiri Waititi discuss their plan to change the government, their priority policies, and how they will steady their waka after one of the most turbulent periods in the party’s history.

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For years, Destiny Church shaped every part of Lynia Morseu-Tol's life: her faith, her family, and her identity. As a takatāpui wahine Māori, its teachings left her feeling ashamed, conflicted, and alone—all while she endured years of abuse at home. ... more

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Minister of Finance Nicola Willis discusses the significant challenges facing Aotearoa's economy. The latest figures show GDP has contracted more sharply than forecast, while investor confidence has fallen to lows not seen since COVID. With unemploym... more

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RNZ's latest Reid Research poll shows Te Pāti Māori's hold on the Māori seats could decide who forms the next government. We speak to Media Specialist Carmen Parahi and political commentator Shane Te Pou to discuss Te Pāti Māori's big win in Tāmaki, ... more

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Recent Guests

Lynia Morseu-Tol
Abuse survivor and former member of Destiny Church.
Episode: MATA Reports: Not Her Destiny - Former church member asks, "Did I not deserve to be protected?"
Carmen Parahi
A political commentator
Episode: What's going on with Te Pāti Māori?
Shane Te Pou
A political commentator and expert
Episode: What's going on with Te Pāti Māori?
Professor Rawinia Higgins
Chair of Te Taura Whiri, the Māori Language Commission
Episode: Can te reo Māori withstand the political headwinds? An interview with Taura Whiri i Te Reo Chair Professor Rawinia Higgins
Tania Waikato
Lawyer and legal representative for the Māori Party
Māori Party
Episode: Tania Waikato on the Haka That Shook the World, the Political Fall, and Why She Opposes the Regulatory Standards Bill
Rachel Mackintosh
National Secretary of E Tu Union
E Tu Union
Episode: A Woman's Worth: How the Fight for Pay Equity Just Got Harder
Erica Stanford
Minister of Education
New Zealand Government
Episode: Erica Stanford on the future of Māori education
Paul Goldsmith
Treaty Negotiations Minister
Government of New Zealand
Episode: “A kūpapa to the kaupapa” – A Waitangi Special with Tama Potaka & Paul Goldsmith
Mariameno Kapa-Kingi
Member of the Māori Party and representative for Te Tai Tokerau
Māori Party
Episode: Waitangi Special: An Interview with Mariameno Kapa-Kingi

Hosts

Tuwhenuaroa Natanahira
Host of Mata
Mihingarangi Forbes
Host of Mata

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 118 ratings
  • Top quality commentary

    Mihingarangi Forbes is one of the best interviewers, she’s right across whatever issues are on the agenda, & keeps the show moving. I love the new format with the deep interview on a critical topic at the beginning of the show followed by discussion. Great stuff! This might be my favourite political commentary show/podcast in Aotearoa.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Golzed
    New Zealand2 years ago
  • Ka pai.

    Might be the best outro music ever!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lilybillz
    New Zealand3 years ago
  • Good wānanga

    Been a fan of this podcast for quite a while, enjoying the differing perspectives from the old boys on the current events. Gotta say that Dan Bidois seems out of his depth in comparison to Tau Henare - missing Tau’s whakaaro in comparison to Dan’s meandering and vagueness but I guess this is to be expected of someone with such a short and unsuccessful tenure in politics. Still a fan and will keep listening but definitely looking forward to Tau’s return!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tonicarty
    New Zealand3 years ago
  • Rowdy, insightful, fun

    Ka pai, wish it was weekly!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nick Latty
    New Zealand4 years ago
  • Perfection

    If there is only time to listen to one Aotearoa politics podcast, this is the to pick. Mihingarangi, Shane and Tau are a tour de force. Every episode is brilliant, considered and packed with wit. Tau’s Game of Thrones analogies are the icing of a very delicious cake. This is one podcast not to miss.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Baijianke
    New Zealand4 years ago

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Listeners praise the quality of interviews, noting the depth and relevance of discussions regarding Māori political issues.
Many appreciate the informative and often personal insights that guests provide, which resonate well with current societal challenges.
Feedback indicates a strong admiration for the hosts' ability to navigate complex topics while remaining engaging and entertaining.

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#177
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

An extended interview with Minister of Finance Nicola Willis
Q: Do you take any responsibility for the way that the construction has had significant job losses?
Willis notes that the government has invested heavily into infrastructure and projects that require construction workforce even while trying to control the deficit.
An extended interview with Minister of Finance Nicola Willis
Q: What do you put it down to? What's gone wrong?
Willis suggests it's important to remember that New Zealand did experience growth in the first quarter, although there was a difficult second quarter due to global uncertainty.
What's going on with Te Pāti Māori?
Q: When you speak to the party, Māori supporters and voters, are they looking to change the government with their votes or support a party regardless?
Carmen believes there is a mix; they want systemic change but also support for a Māori party.
What's going on with Te Pāti Māori?
Q: What do you make of the Labour Party's position on this?
Carmen thinks everyone will forget the controversy after a while, indicating this sentiment is temporary.
MATA Reports: Not Her Destiny - Former church member asks, "Did I not deserve to be protected?"
Q: Did you have support from the leadership of the church?
Lynia mentioned having support only from Hannah Tāmaki but felt that this was more about protecting the church than her.

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Recent guests on MATA with Mihingarangi Forbes include:

1. Lynia Morseu-Tol
2. Carmen Parahi
3. Shane Te Pou
4. Professor Rawinia Higgins
5. Tania Waikato
6. Rachel Mackintosh
7. Erica Stanford
8. Paul Goldsmith

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