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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
Native Townships Act
Aotearoa
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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Latest Episodes

National's James Meager sits down for a wide-ranging interview, discussing the coalition government's controversial positions on te reo Māori and Te Tiriti o Waitangi, reflecting on his Ngāi Tahu identity & his mahi as Minister for Te Wai Pounamu alo... more

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The war in Tehran may feel a world away, but its impacts are already hitting home. Te Pāti Māori co-leader Deb Ngarewa-Packer says whānau here are feeling the squeeze. So what does this mean for Māori, how much worse could it get, and is the governme... more

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Following a High Court win, Te Pāti Māori MP Mariameno Kapa-Kingi has been reinstated after a very personal and public feud that's gripped the motu. But how will her "repatriation" work in practice? And will she stay?

Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz... more

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Willie Jackson speaks to Mihingarangi about Labour's plan to reclaim the Māori seats, what it has learnt from its last term in government, and whether it plans to work with or against Te Pāti Māori and the Greens.

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Recent Guests

Debbie Ngawera-Packer
Co-leader of Te Paati Māori; Energy spokesperson
Te Paati Māori
Episode: Debbie Ngawera-Packer on what the war in Iran will mean for whānau māori
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

Host

Mihingarangi Forbes
Host of the show

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 120 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 Zealand3 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 Zealand4 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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Wish it was weekly and more episodes with strong analytical depth.
High-quality, insightful, and essential listening for politics in Aotearoa.
New format with deep-dive interviews is compelling.
Mihingarangi Forbes is an excellent interviewer and keeps episodes moving.

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#132
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Chris Hipkins, fresh off the paepae at Waitangi
Q: Are you committed to reinstating Te Aka Whai Ora?
Not necessarily; we need to explore other ways to achieve effective Māori health outcomes.
Chris Hipkins, fresh off the paepae at Waitangi
Q: Are you ruling out Te Pāti Māori too soon?
I haven't ruled anybody out, but they need to work on their internal relationships first.
Chris Hipkins, fresh off the paepae at Waitangi
Q: What happened with the departure of Peeni Henare?
Peeni and I had an earlier conversation about his future, and he eventually decided not to stand again in Tāmaki Makaurau, announcing his departure at Waitangi.
Tama Potaka on the Treaty Principles Bill and whether he'll be Attorney-General
Q: What are your thoughts on the Māori language? Is it still alive?
Potaka believes the Māori language is alive and actively used in meetings and cultural events.
Tama Potaka on the Treaty Principles Bill and whether he'll be Attorney-General
Q: How do you deal with this kind of racism?
Potaka emphasizes the importance of respect and love for others as key to addressing racism and prejudice.

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What is MATA with Mihingarangi Forbes about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on Māori politics, policy, and social issues in Aotearoa, combining interviews with politicians, activists, and academics to unpack current events through a Māori lens. Episodes frequently examine electoral strategies, governance, language and culture, housing, health inequities, and Te Tiriti-based outcomes, with a mix of deep interviews and panel-style discussions. It's likely to appeal to listeners who want thoughtful, community-informed perspectives on public policy and political reform, often featuring voices from iwi leadership, advocacy, and Māori institutions. A notable strength is its willingness to challenge mainstream politics while centering Indigenous perspectives, which can yield both rigorous analysis and nu... more

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2. Lynia Morseu-Tol
3. Carmen Parahi
4. Shane Te Pou
5. Professor Rawinia Higgins
6. Tania Waikato
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