Whakamīere - Reo Māori Stories

168. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Kāihe Kai Taramoa

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 07:00:00 +1200

While carrying a whole load of delicious treats and morsels, the ass decides to snack on a prickly thistle instead - why's that?

Translation by Taurapa

167. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Warou me ngā Manu Anō

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 07:00:00 +1200

Anxious of the newly sown flax, a swallow tries her best to warn her bird friends of the impending danger - that nets and traps will be made from the flax!

Translation by Taurapa

166. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Tāne me te Pōkiha

Sun, 31 May 2026 07:00:00 +1200

A cruel man catches a fox and torments it for ravaging his crops and orchards.

Translation by Taurapa

165. Paki Poto - Aesop - Ngā Kurī me te Pōkiha

Wed, 27 May 2026 07:00:00 +1200

A fox comes across a pack of dogs who have happened upon a lion's skin. He warns them though of the dangers.

Translation by Taurapa

164. Pakiwaitara - L. Frank Baum - Te Kirimatarau Mīharo o Oz, Upoko 5

Sun, 24 May 2026 07:00:00 +1200

As morning sunlight breaks through the trees, a strange groan echoes through the forest — a sound that leads Toratī to one of the most unusual discoveries yet.

Translation by Taurapa

163. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Kurī me te Karakataira

Wed, 20 May 2026 07:00:00 +1200

A thirsty dog is wary of drinking from the river, lest he be snapped up by a crocodile. Then suddenly a crocodile appears to greet him!

Translation by Taurapa

162. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Kuia me te Tākuta

Sun, 17 May 2026 07:00:00 +1200

An old woman with bad eyesight calls on the doctor to help cure her ailment. He is sneaky though and takes advantage of her bad eyes.

Translation by Taurapa

161. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Rāka me Āna Pīpī

Wed, 13 May 2026 07:00:00 +1200

A mother lark is wary of leaving her young ones in a field of nearly-ripe wheat lest it be reaped before they have fledged. She tells them to keep their ears open to the goings on, and to report back to her.

Translation by Taurapa

160. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Kaikōpere me te Kūkupa

Sun, 10 May 2026 07:00:00 +1200

The fate of an archer, while out hunting a dove, is quickly changed by a hidden danger.

Translation by Taurapa

159. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Pūkeko me ngā Tame Heihei

Wed, 06 May 2026 07:00:00 +1200

After being captured, and having its wings clipped, a pūkeko is placed in a yard with gamecocks. He quickly learns about their fierce nature.

Translation by Taurapa

158. Paki Poto - Aesop - Ko Waimarie me te Tama

Sun, 03 May 2026 07:00:00 +1200

A boy falls asleep after a long day of play, and nearly falls down a well.

Translation by Taurapa

157. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Īkara me te Pōkiha

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +1200

After spying a young fox cub as food for her young, the eagle is confronted by mother fox. Things quickly go south after the eagle disregards the mother's wishes.

Translation by Taurapa

156. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Kāihe, te Raiona, me te Tame Heihei

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +1200

Minding their own business, the ass and cock are paid a visit by the lion. Things seem fine at first, but quickly change.

Translation by Taurapa

155. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Piopio me te Warou

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +1200

A naïve young thrush makes friends with a swallow. His mother though brings him back to reality.

Translation by Taurapa

154. Pakiwaitara - L. Frank Baum - Te Kirimatarau Mīharo o Oz, Upoko 4

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +1200

We continue on our journey to te Tāone Kānapanapa, and Toratī learns more about her companion, and why he wants brains so badly.

Translation by Taurapa

153. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Kaiwhānako me te Tama

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +1200

A sneaky boy plays a trick on a thief that he won't soon forget, but is he justified in doing so?

Translation by Taurapa

152. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Hina me Tōna Whaea

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +1200

After pleading for a new garment from her mother, the moon is given a few reasons why that is likely not possible.

Translation by Taurapa

151. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Pīkake me te Kareni

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +1200

We all know how beautiful the peacock's feathers can be, but is this really the be alll and end all?

Translation by Taurapa

150. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Hiranga o te Pakikīrehe

Sun, 05 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +1200

The great orator Demades tries to command the attention of his audience. He resorts, however, to something he is not particularly fond of.

Translation by Taurapa

149. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Heihei me te Warou

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +1300

The hen is told of the danger she is in by the swallow. Will she listen to him?

Translation by Taurapa

148. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Hēpara me ngā Nanekoti

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +1300

A weary goatherd travelling with his goats in a winter storm is caught out in the elements. His decisions thereafter, however, are not to the benefit of his goats.

Translation by Taurapa

147. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Pōkiha me ngā Namu Katipō

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +1300

A fox is bitten by a swarm of mosquitoes but opts not to shoo them away - what's his reasoning?

Translation by Taurapa

146. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Nanakia o te Tāone

Sun, 22 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +1300

We've all been convinced of something at some point which later turned out to be a little more fanciful than was promised. This nanakia has had a lot of practice in the art of deception.

Translation by Taurapa

145. Pakiwaitara - L. Frank Baum - Te Kirimatarau Mīharo o Oz, Upoko 3

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +1300

Toratī and Tautau continue on their journey to te Tāone Kānapanapa and make a new friend along the way - someone who has been stuck in place for a very long time.

Translation by Taurapa

144. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Wuruhi me ngā Hēpara

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +1300

The wolf learns a lesson in double standards and the realities of life.

Translation by Taurapa

143. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Raiona, te Pōkiha, me te Kāihe

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +1300

A fox and ass stumble upon a hungry lion and the fox, as sly as always, concocts a plan to escape.

Translation by Taurapa

142. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Wuruhi, te Pōkiha, me te Maki

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +1300

The wolf accuses the fox of having stolen some meat, but whose side will the ape judge take when both sides are just as dishonest as the other?

Translation by Taurapa

141. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Wuruhi me ngā Hipi

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +1300

A wolf is left for dead by some dogs, and is his dying breaths, he asks for help from the sheep. Is he hypocritical in his asking for help though?

Translation by Taurapa

140. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Hōiho me te Raiona

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +1300

The lion, devious as always, tries his luck and capturing a horse for dinner. What's his cunning plan, and how does it work out for him?

Translation by Taurapa

139. Paki Poto - Aesop - Ko Pukumahi me Māngere

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +1300

A young man is asked as to why he struggles with deciding whether or not to get up and out of bed.

Translation by Taurapa

138. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Hau me te Rā

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +1300

The wind and the sun challenge each other to figure out who is the stronger of the two. Perhaps, though, strength is not always what's required to come out on top.

Translation by Taurapa

137. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Ngāi Ātene me te Ngāi Tīpa

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +1300

While walking down a road together, two men turn to talk about the heroes of their respective cities, with each showing a bit of bias. Who really is the better hero, though - Hercules, or Theseus?

Translation by Taurapa

136. Pakiwaitara - AA Milne - Wini-te-Pū, Upoko 8

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 13:51:00 +1300

Pū, Kiritopa Rōpene and all their hoa embark on an "expotition" to find the North Pole. Things go awry, Īō feels sorry for himself, and Rū goes for a swim.

Translation by Taurapa

135. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Rei Puta me te Kāihe

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +1300

An ass greets a boar with impudence, and although violence is the boar's initial reaction, the ass is taught a lesson he will remember.

Translation by Taurapa

134. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Miūra

Sun, 08 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +1300

A mule has a wonderful life and is proud of his heritage, but things take a change and his mind shifts.

Translation by Taurapa

133. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Kaiaruaru, te Pōkiha, me te Taika

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +1300

Ever jumped into something without really thinking too much about it first? Well, the hunter did, and it wasn't the best idea. He sets a trap for a fox and all seems fine until his concentration lapses.

Translation by Taurapa

132. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Kārearea me te Kuihi

Sun, 01 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +1300

Falcons and geese clearly live different lives, and although the falcon might be ignorant of this, he is quickly reminded by the goose.

Translation by Taurapa

131. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Kiore me te Poraka

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 07:00:00 +1300

The frog and mouse are good friends, and enjoy each other's company. The frog extends an invitation to the mouse to visit him, but things take a turn for the worse.

Translation by Taurapa

130. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Pūhaehae me te Matapiko

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 07:00:00 +1300

Two men, one envious, and one covetous, try to out-do each other for their own selfish benefit.

Translation by Taurapa

129. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Kāihe me te Kurī Iti

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 07:00:00 +1300

Wondering why the little dog was favoured so much by their master, the ass tries to imitate. Things turn sour quickly, though, and a servant needs to intervene.

Translation by Taurapa

128. Pakiwaitara - L. Frank Baum - Te Kirimatarau Mīharo o Oz, Upoko 2

Sun, 18 Jan 2026 07:00:00 +1300

We continue our journey to Oz with te Upoko 2 from Te Kirimatarau Mīharo o Oz.

Translation by Taurapa

127. Paki Poto - Aesop - Ngā Hōia e Rua me te Kaiwhānako

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 07:00:00 +1300

Two soldiers are ambushed, one is afraid, the other, however, is not. He quickly gets a harsh word from his companion in response to his actions.

Translation by Taurapa

126. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Pūkenga Nō Pāniora

Sun, 11 Jan 2026 07:00:00 +1300

A classic dispute between two men over a woman leads to bloodshed, and a curious request comes from the fallen man. Why does he make this request with his dying breath?

Translation by Taurapa

125. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Maunga i Hapū

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 07:00:00 +1300

We've all heard of Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing, but did you know that Aesop wrote a kōrero about this same kaupapa 2000 years earlier?`

Translation by Taurapa

124. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Tāne me Āna Kurī

Sun, 04 Jan 2026 07:00:00 +1300

While cooped up at his home during a paticularly bad storm, the man makes some difficult decisions to help feed his family. Evidently, the dogs become wary of him.

Translation by Taurapa

123. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Rika me te Mōre

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 07:00:00 +1300

The lynx is known for having incredible eyesight, but the mole has ears which are equally as sensitive. Who then is likeliest to evade danger?

Translation by Taurapa

122. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Kuihi i Whakawhānau i ngā Hua Kōura

Sun, 28 Dec 2025 07:00:00 +1300

A greedy man tries to find the secret of his goose's golden eggs, but he makes a grave mistake.

Translation by Taurapa

121. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Rota a Pareārau

Wed, 24 Dec 2025 07:00:00 +1300

Jupiter decides to hold a seemingly innocent lottery, but may have an ulterior motive. He comes up with a plan to put people's minds at ease, though.

Translation by Taurapa

120. Pakiwaitara - L. Frank Baum - Te Kirimatarau Mīharo o Oz, Upoko 1

Sun, 21 Dec 2025 07:00:00 +1300

Join us as we step onto the yellow brick road and begin our journey to the land of Oz with Te Kirimatarau Mīharo o Oz. In this episode, we start at the very beginning, with L. Frank Baum’s own introduction, followed by Chapter One of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz in te reo Māori.

Translation by Taurapa

119. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Pītiti, te Āporo me te Parakipere

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 07:00:00 +1300

It's always hard picking a favourite fruit when they're all delicious! Peach and Apple get into an argument about who is the better fruit.

Translation by Taurapa

118. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Ika Waimāori me te Ika Waitai

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 07:00:00 +1300

The kōkopu nui is carried out to sea and learns an important lesson from the new fishes he meets.

Translation by Taurapa

117. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Kūrī me Tōna Ātārangi

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 07:00:00 +1300

Being greedy will often come back to bite oneself, and the dog finds this out the hard way.

Translation by Taurapa

116. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Ngeru me te Tame Heihei

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 07:00:00 +1300

The cat catches himself a nice little meal, and the cock pleads his case. Will the cat listen though?

Translation by Taurapa

115. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Pīwa i Aruarumia

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 07:00:00 +1300

Beavers are clever creatures, and this paki poto is another example of their presence of mind. Sometimes self preservation is more important than other things.

Translation by Taurapa

114. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Pūru me te Nanekoti

Sun, 30 Nov 2025 07:00:00 +1300

While being chased by a lion, a bull seeks refuge in a cave, but is confronted by a bold goat who has other plans.

Translation by Taurapa

113. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Pōkiha me te Kaiwhakairo

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 07:00:00 +1300

A fox is being hunted and comes across a man who helps him, or at least the fox believes he will help.

Translation by Taurapa

112. Pakiwaitara - AA Milne - Wini-te-Pū, Upoko 7

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 07:00:00 +1300

Pū, Punua and Rāpeti are not too sure about two new creatures who have appeared in the woods. They decide that kidnapping Pēpi Rū from Kānga is probably the best idea.

Translation by Taurapa

111. Paki Poto - Aesop - Ngā Ruru, ngā Pekapeka, me te Rā

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 07:00:00 +1300

The creatures of the night are caught gossiping and given a warning by the sun.

Translation by Taurapa

110. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Tia Toa me te Punua Tia

Sun, 16 Nov 2025 07:00:00 +1300

A fawn asks its father about his fear of dogs, and puts forth a reasonable argument so as to help him set aside his fears.

Translation by Taurapa

109. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Nākahi me te Tāne

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 07:00:00 +1300

A poor unfortunate child is bitten by a snake while playing at home, and their father takes matters into his own hands.

Translation by Taurapa

108. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Nākahi me te Waku Matarehu

Sun, 09 Nov 2025 07:00:00 +1300

The viper slithers its way into a smith's shop looking for food, but makes a poor choice.

Translation by Taurapa

107. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Kūkupa me te Pōpokorua

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 07:00:00 +1300

The ant gets stuck and nearly drowns but finds a friend in the dove. How ever can the ant repay the dove for its help?

Translation by Taurapa

106. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Ika-Rere me te Aihe

Sun, 02 Nov 2025 07:00:00 +1300

A dolphin is chasing a flying-fish but gets into strife when he finds himself in shallow waters.

Translation by Taurapa

105. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Kiore me te Wīhara

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 07:00:00 +1300

A hungry little mouse finds himself a nice stash of corn on which he can feast, but he might have gone a little too far in satisfying his hunger.

Translation by Taurapa

104. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Wīra Kekē

Sun, 26 Oct 2025 07:00:00 +1300

A short kōrero about a coachman and his wagon, and how some might perceive grumblers and complainers.

Translation by Taurapa

103. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Raiona me te Taurekareka

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 07:00:00 +1300

A slave is confronted by a lion seeking his help for a wounded foot. Should he help the lion or run away?

Translation by Taurapa

102. Pakiwaitara - Stefan Zweig - Te Kohikohinga Tē Kitea

Sun, 19 Oct 2025 07:00:00 +1300

The Invisible Collection by Stefan Zweig - An art dealer from Berlin, visits an old customer who purchased many items from his store long ago. Something seems a little off though when he encounters the old man, and it doesn’t take long to realise too that his wife and daughter have a secret of their own as well.

Translation by Taurapa

101. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Tāne i Paeārau me te Moana

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 07:00:00 +1300

A man is cast ashore, and understandably, is upset with the sea for being so rough. He may not be right, though, in placing his blame there.

Translation by Taurapa

100. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Raiona, te Kāihe, me te Pōkiha

Sun, 12 Oct 2025 07:00:00 +1300

Our 100th episode has this troublesome threesome go out hunting. There seems to be some confusion as to how the spoils of the hunt ought to be divided. Who gets it right, and who gets it wrong?

Translation by Taurapa

99. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Tāne me te Wīhara

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 07:00:00 +1300

A weasel is captured by a farmer. Can he escape with his life?

Translation by Taurapa

98. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Kaiponu

Sun, 05 Oct 2025 07:00:00 +1300

The Miser's life-long savings go missing, but after receiving advice from a neighbour, perhaps it isn't quite the end of the world.

Translation by Taurapa

97. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Wheao me te Raiona Peita

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 07:00:00 +1300

The Prince is unfortunately confined to a tower by the King, and gets fed up with his confinement.

Translation by Taurapa

96. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Kaipāmu me te Tāka

Sun, 28 Sep 2025 07:00:00 +1300

A farmer tries to manage the pests snacking on his crops, but the poor harmless Stork gets caught up in the wrong crowd.

95. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Pōkiha me te Maki

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 07:00:00 +1200

The fox, ever so sly, baits the newly elected ape king.

94. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Kaiwhānako me Tōna Whaea

Sun, 21 Sep 2025 07:00:00 +1200

A boy-cum-thief has his life changed when sentenced to hanging. He has some parting words to share with us though.

Translation by Taurapa

93. Pakiwaitara - AA Milne - Wini-te-Pū, Upoko 6

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 07:00:00 +1200

Celebrating 50 years of Te Wiki o te reo Māori! Pū and Punua both find out that their friend Īō is celebrating his birthday, and they need to figure out what to give him as a gift. Things quickly go awry though!

Translation by Taurapa

92. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Poaka me te Wuruhi

Sun, 14 Sep 2025 07:00:00 +1200

The sneaky wolf tries to get himself an easy meal but the pig is wary of his offer.

Translation by Taurapa

91. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Raiona Mate Kanehe

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 07:00:00 +1200

Our lion is so enamoured with the beauty of the forester's daughter that he becomes a little silly in his decision-making.

Translation by Taurapa

90. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Ruru me te Mōwhitiwhiti

Sun, 07 Sep 2025 07:00:00 +1200

Whakamīere is celebrating its first birthday! Today's episode has the owl confront the grasshopper for making too much noise while she tries to sleep. Perhaps we could all learn a lesson from the owl.

Translation by Taurapa

89. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Tame Heihei me te Kahurangi

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 07:00:00 +1200

After stumbling across a jewel in the farmyard, the tame heihei is not quite sure what to do with it.

Translation by Taurapa

88. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Kaunihera Hōiho

Sun, 31 Aug 2025 07:00:00 +1200

A brash young colt makes his argument to the Council of Horses about his discontentment with life as a horse. Will they support him, or will he need to rein in ideas?

Translation by Taurapa

87. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Kaingau-Hipi

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 07:00:00 +1200

The master's dog was entrusted to look after the flock of sheep, but lets his master down.

Translation by Taurapa

86. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Pōkiha me te Tātarāmoa

Sun, 24 Aug 2025 07:00:00 +1200

In evading some dogs, the fox jumps a bramble and hurts himself. Why did he think that would be a good shortcut?

Translation by Taurapa

85. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Kāihe me te Raiona Māuiui

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 07:00:00 +1200

The lion, stuck at home with sickness, implores his iwi to pay him a visit, but the ass is weary of the situation.

Translation by Taurapa

84. Pakiwaitara - Rajesh Parameswaran - Ko Mingi Te Taika Mōiriiri

Sun, 17 Aug 2025 07:00:00 +1200

A haunting tale told from the perspective of Mingi, a lovesick tiger, as he explores these new feelings on the scariest day of his life.

Translation by Taurapa

83. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Pīkake me te Makipai

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 07:00:00 +1200

As a crowd favourite, the peacock is elected to become king of the birds. His worthiness and suitability, however, is quickly challenged by the magpie.

Translation by Taurapa

82. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Honu Whenua me te Īkara

Sun, 10 Aug 2025 07:00:00 +1200

The tortoise would love to fly like a bird, so he brokers a deal with the eagle.

Translation by Taurapa

81. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Raiona Ohaoha

Wed, 06 Aug 2025 07:00:00 +1200

After having slain a bull, the lion is confronted with options as to what he may do with the spoils.

Translation by Taurapa

80. Paki Poto - Aesop - Ngā Rāpeti me ngā Poraka

Sun, 03 Aug 2025 07:00:00 +1200

The hares believe they live the worst life there is, and consider some pretty drastic actions. Once the meet the frogs though, their tune changes.

Translation by Taurapa

79. Paki Poto - Aesop - He Tāne i Ngaua e Tētahi Kurī

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 07:00:00 +1200

A man is bitten by a dog and gets some medical advice from an old woman. Aesop is wary of the advice though.

Translation by Taurapa

78. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Pī me te Ngaro

Sun, 27 Jul 2025 07:00:00 +1200

The fly, minding its own business is confronted by an angry bee. Can the fly convince her to change her ways?

Translation by Taurapa

77. Paki Poto - Aesop - Ngā Kaiāmio me te Pea

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 07:00:00 +1200

Two travellers head off for a wander through some woods. Taken by surprise, their opinions of each other quickly change.

Translation by Taurapa

76. Pakiwaitara - AA Milne - Wini-te-Pū, Upoko 5

Sun, 20 Jul 2025 07:00:00 +1200

Nau mai, waihape mai ki te Ngahere Kotahi Rau Eka. We're back exploring with Pooh and friends in this pakiwaitara. Piglet hatches a plan to catch a Heffalump, and Pooh helps as best as he can.

Translation by Taurapa

75. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Kāihe, te Kurī, me te Wuruhi

Sun, 13 Jul 2025 07:00:00 +1200

The ass doesn't treat the dog with the kindness that he perhaps ought to, and it serves as a lesson to everyone else.

Translation by Taurapa

74. Paki Poto - Aesop - Ngā Rāpeti e Rua

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 07:00:00 +1200

A mother-to-be requests the hutch of a fellow rabbit until she is well enough to move on, but things begin to take a turn.

Translation by Taurapa

73. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Mana, te Mōhio, me te Rēhia

Sun, 06 Jul 2025 07:00:00 +1200

Sometimes, no matter how good a group of friends are, living together may not be the best option.

Translation by Taurapa

72. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Aituā Whakaipoipo

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 07:00:00 +1200

The mouse shares his true desires with the lion. Can he handle it though?

Translation by Taurapa

71. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Pōkiha me te Taika

Sun, 29 Jun 2025 07:00:00 +1200

We all know how strong and brave the tiger is, but has he finally met his match?

Translation by Taurapa

70. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Wuruhi me te Kareni

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 07:00:00 +1200

An unlikely duo, the wolf and crane get stuck in a bit of a problem. What should the crane do?

Translation by Taurapa

69. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Kurī i Rāhiritia ki te Kai

Sun, 22 Jun 2025 07:00:00 +1200

When a dog invites his friend, another dog, to dinner, he's in for a big surprise.

Translation by Taurapa

68. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Raiona Uwha me te Pōkiha

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 07:00:00 +1200

Who would win in a fight: a hundred foxes or one lion? It depends on who you ask. Both the lioness and the fox seem to have their own thoughts on the matter.

Translation by Taurapa

67. Pakiwaitara - AA Milne - Wini-te-Pū, Upoko 4

Sun, 15 Jun 2025 07:00:00 +1200

Nau mai, waihape mai, Pū - welcome back, Pooh! This month's pakiwaitara brings back one of our favourite characters and all his hoa. In this kōrero, Īō loses a tail and Pū finds one.

Translation by Taurapa

66. Paki Poto - Aesop - Ngā Ipu e Rua

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 07:00:00 +1200

Two pots share a similar fate, but will they end up the same?

Translation by Taurapa

65. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Nanekoti me te Tama

Sun, 08 Jun 2025 07:00:00 +1200

The goat teaches the boy a lesson after he becomes a bit too caught up in the heat of the moment.

Translation by Taurapa

64. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Tākarohanga a Aesop

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 07:00:00 +1200

A rare fable with Aesop as a main character, reminding others not to take life so seriously.

Translation by Taurapa

63. Paki Poto - Te Pōpokorua me te Ngaro

Sun, 01 Jun 2025 07:00:00 +1200

The fly compares its life to that of the ant's. It's not quite as luxurious at it may seem at first, though.

Translation by Taurapa

62. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Kaiāmio Whakapehapeha

Wed, 28 May 2025 07:00:00 +1200

A man talks the talk, but can he walk the walk - or jump the jump?

Translation by Taurapa

61. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Īkara, te Ngeru, me te Poaka

Sun, 25 May 2025 07:00:00 +1200

The mischievous cat is at it again with her plan to scare her neighbours.

Translation by Taurapa

60. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Kea Māuiui

Wed, 21 May 2025 07:00:00 +1200

When a sick kea makes a suggestion to his mother about his recovery, she doesn't quite see things in the same light.

Translation by Taurapa

59. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Pōkiha me te Nanekoti

Sun, 18 May 2025 07:00:00 +1200

The sly fox, yet again, lives up to its name in this paki poto, while the goat is left a little speechless.

Translation by Taurapa

58. Pakiwaitara - Edgar Allan Poe - Te Tāne i Pau Katoa Ai

Wed, 14 May 2025 07:00:00 +1200

Our narrator seeks out the famous war hero Hone A.E.I Mete. But it becomes clear, after talking with others, that something is a bit off. Suspicions arise that Mete has some deep secret.

Translation by Taurapa

57. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Tia Toa i te Whare Ōkiha

Sun, 11 May 2025 07:00:00 +1200

On the run, a stag happens across a perfect hiding place to escape the wolves.

Translation by Taurapa

56. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Raiona me te Kiore

Wed, 07 May 2025 07:00:00 +1200

The sleeping lion is awoken by a mouse and snatches him, while the mouse pleads for his life!

Translation by Taurapa

55. Paki Poto - Aesop - Ngā Ipu e Toru

Sun, 04 May 2025 07:00:00 +1200

A dying man leaves a vase filled with gold for each of his children, but it doesn't go all as planned.

Translation by Taurapa

54. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Rēpara me te Pōkiha

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 07:00:00 +1200

A leopard fancies himself to be quite beautiful but the sly fox has other thoughts on the subject.

Translation by Taurapa

53. Paki Poto - Aesop - Ngā Poraka me ngā Pūru Whawhai

Sun, 27 Apr 2025 07:00:00 +1200

A frog witnesses a squabble between two bulls and is fearful for what the future holds.

Translation by Taurapa

52. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Tama me te Kōtiro

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 07:00:00 +1200

A father shares his words of wisdom with his two children.

Translation by Taurapa

51. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Warou me te Nākahi

Sun, 20 Apr 2025 07:00:00 +1200

Too often we judge books by their covers, or people by their appearance. It's not usually until we dive below the surface that we can see and appreciate its true substance.

Translation by Taurapa

50. Pakiwaitara - Shirley Jackson - Te Rota

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 07:00:00 +1200

Every year, the residents in this little town gather for The Lottery. It all seems innocent enough, but there's something much darker lurking beneath the surface.

Translation by Taurapa

49. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Tōrea me te Pārera

Sun, 13 Apr 2025 07:00:00 +1200

Our own passions and stubbornness can sometimes hinder the way we go about living. Occasionally it can even be to our own detriment.

Translation by Taurapa

48. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Maki me te Kāmura

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 07:00:00 +1200

You've heard the kōrero "curiosity killed the cat" - well this isn't that, but it's pretty close!

Translation by Taurapa

47. Paki Poto - Emily Dickinson - Ko "wawata" te mea whai raukura

Sun, 06 Apr 2025 07:00:00 +1200

Our first poem featured on the podcast! Emily Dickinson is one of the most well respected poets of the 19th century. This poem puts into words the human feelings associated with hope.

Translation by Taurapa

46. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Pōkiha me te Ngeru

Wed, 02 Apr 2025 07:00:00 +1300

It's all very well to wax poetical for the hypothetical high road, but when reality hits, which path do the Fox and Cat choose?

Translation by Taurapa

45. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Ōkiha me te Poraka

Sun, 30 Mar 2025 07:00:00 +1300

She wasn't a wolf, but she still huffed and puffed all she could. What happened when the Frog found out about the Ox who killed her son?

Translation by Taurapa

44. Pakiwaitara - Kate Chopin - Te Kōrero Mō Tētahi Hāora

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 07:00:00 +1300

Whakanuia te mana wahine! Our very first wahine author on the podcast is the brilliant short story by Kate Chopin. A crazy little tale about an accident.

Translation by Taurapa

43. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Tāne me te Raiona

Sun, 23 Mar 2025 07:00:00 +1300

True, we can only see things through our own eyes, but it is just as important to beware the biases within us.

Translation by Taurapa

42. Paki Poto - Aesop - Ko Hiha me te Taurekareka

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 07:00:00 +1300

Ever heard the kōrero "look busy, the boss is coming"? Well it might keep you out of trouble in the short term, but your luck may run out in the long term.

Translation by Taurapa

41. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Pūngāwerewere me te Ngārara Hiraka

Sun, 16 Mar 2025 07:00:00 +1300

What are your motives for achieving your goals? Are you like the Pūngāwerewere, or do you have other things in mind?

Translation by Taurapa

40. Pakiwaitara - AA Milne - Wini-te-Pū, Upoko 3

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 07:00:00 +1300

Pū and Punua go exploring and think they might have come across a Woozle and a Wizzle! Auē, me aha rā rāua?

Translation by Taurapa

39. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Ruru me te Tūī

Sun, 09 Mar 2025 07:00:00 +1300

It's hard to please those who choose not to be pleased. Kei pēnā koe i te Ruru nei.

Translation by Taurapa

38. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Īkara me te Korou

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 07:00:00 +1300

Thinking of attempting the impossible? Today's episode talks about folly and impossibilities.

Translation by Taurapa

37. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Kaiaka Porohewa

Sun, 02 Mar 2025 07:00:00 +1300

A cute kōrero showing that we should not be afraid to laugh at our expense sometimes.

Translation by Taurapa

36. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Maumau Waro me te Kaiwhakamā

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 07:00:00 +1300

A Collier comes across an old friend of his, and tries his best to be hospitable. It may not be the best idea though.

Translation by Taurapa

35. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Kurī Haututū

Sun, 23 Feb 2025 07:00:00 +1300

A quick kōrero about a naughty dog who mistakes his master's actions as something which he ought to be proud of. Tērā pōhēhē hoki!

Translation by Taurapa

34. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Pōkiha Whiore Kore

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 07:00:00 +1300

A sly fox gets stuck in a trap and tries his darnedest to convince others of the benefits sans tail brings.

Translation by Taurapa

33. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Korou me ngā Kūkupa

Sun, 16 Feb 2025 07:00:00 +1300

Be careful trying to pursue two different courses, for you may end up empty-handed at the end.

Translation by Taurapa

32. Pakiwaitara - Anton Chekhov - Te Tīkiti Rota

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 07:00:00 +1300

A couple fantasise about winning the lottery after seeing part of the winning ticket number in the newspaper, but things quickly take a turn. Anton Chekhov's short story explores the true nature of people when money is concerned.

Translation by Taurapa

31. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Tia Toa i te Puna

Sun, 09 Feb 2025 07:00:00 +1300

Beauty isn't everything, in fact, it can often get you in to even more strife than you thought possible.

Translation by Taurapa

30. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Kaimoumou me te Warou

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 07:00:00 +1300

A cautionary tale about listening to rumours and acting without all the information.

Translation by Taurapa

29. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Tinana me Ōna Wāhanga

Sun, 02 Feb 2025 07:00:00 +1300

Our tinana are made up of several parts that all work seamlessly together rangi atu, rangi mai. What happens when they suddenly decide not to though?

Translation by Taurapa

28. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Kāhu me te Tūī

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 07:00:00 +1300

You all know the moral of this kōrero, but do you know the paki poto behind it? A bird in the hand...

Translation by Taurapa

27. Paki Poto - Aesop - Ngā Pāpaka e Rua

Sun, 26 Jan 2025 07:00:00 +1300

Ever seen a crab and wondered why they move sideways?

Translation by Taurapa

26. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Kārearea me ngā Kūkupa

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 07:00:00 +1300

The Kārearea, being the sweet-talker that he is, talks his way into a dovecote. The Kūkupa instantly regret it!

Translation by Taurapa

25. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Ringa Raupā me te Nākahi

Sun, 19 Jan 2025 07:00:00 +1300

A farmer stumbles across a snake in the middle of winter and takes him home to help him out...

Translation by Taurapa

24. Pakiwaitara - Hans Christian Andersen - Ngā Kākahu Hōu o te Ariki

Sun, 12 Jan 2025 06:00:00 +1300

We all know the story: a vain Emperor who only cares about showing off his new clothes, hires two swindlers who promise him the finest suit of clothes. But nobody can see the clothes!

Translation by Taurapa

23. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Tāne me Āna Wāhine e Rua

Sun, 05 Jan 2025 06:01:00 +1300

Even though the Man was allowed to have two Wives, it may not have been such a great idea... A light-hearted warning about what can happen if one is caught in the middle of two!

Translation by Taurapa

22. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Komekome a te Pīkake

Sun, 29 Dec 2024 06:00:00 +1300

A peacock complains to an atua that he's unhappy with his voice and that everyone laughs at him when he makes a sound, but neglects to realise the gifts he already has.

Translation by Taurapa

21. Paki Poto - Aesop - Ngā Poraka e Rua

Sun, 22 Dec 2024 06:00:00 +1300

A kōrero about two frogs who must leave their dried-up kāinga in search of a new home, and how me must be careful when looking for solutions.

Translation by Taurapa

20. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Ngeru me ngā Kiore

Sun, 15 Dec 2024 06:00:00 +1300

A paki poto about tinihanga and deceit, and getting caught. Listen to this week's episode to learn a new kīanga reo Māori as well.

Translation by Taurapa

19. Pakiwaitara - O. Henry - Te Koha a te Ruānuku

Sun, 08 Dec 2024 07:00:00 +1300

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

18. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Raiona, Te Taika, me te Pōkiha

Sun, 01 Dec 2024 06:05:00 +1300

A short fable around picking your battles, and what can happen if you don't choose wisely.

Translation by Taurapa

17. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Kāihe, te Maki, me te Mōre

Sun, 24 Nov 2024 05:01:00 +1300

This kōrero is a little reminder to all of us to think about others before complaining about ourselves.

Translation by Taurapa

16. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Wāhi ki te Raiona

Sun, 17 Nov 2024 05:01:00 +1300

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

15. Paki Poto - Aesop - Ngā Toa Tame Heihei

Sun, 10 Nov 2024 05:00:00 +1300

A cautionary tale about why it's important to remember to be humble.

Translation by Taurapa

14. Pakiwaitara - AA Milne - Wini-te-Pū, Upoko 2

Sun, 03 Nov 2024 05:01:00 +1300

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

13. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Kāwhe Tākarokaro

Mon, 28 Oct 2024 05:01:00 +1300

A kōrero about why we should not perhaps be so quick to judge others.

Translation by Taurapa

12. Paki Poto - Aesop - Ngā Kurī me ngā Kirikau

Sun, 27 Oct 2024 05:01:00 +1300

A quick paki poto about dogs attempting the impossible.

Translation by Taurapa

11. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Pekapeka me ngā Wīhara

Sun, 20 Oct 2024 00:01:00 +1300

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

10. Pakiwaitara - Arthur Conan Doyle - Te Mahi Mātātoa a te Pēne Tongitongi

Sat, 12 Oct 2024 08:01:00 +1300

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

9. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Wuruhi, te Nanekoti me te Punua Koti

Sun, 06 Oct 2024 00:01:00 +1300

A short fable about a sneaky wolf and a cautious goat kid. Plus a sneak preview of our upcoming Sherlock Holmes pakiwaitara.

Translation by Taurapa

8. Paki Poto - Aesop - Ko Pareārau me te Pī

Sun, 29 Sep 2024 01:01:00 +1300

Our atua friend Jupiter is delighted by a gift from the Bee. How can he repay him? Transcripts are auto-generated, and do not accurately reflect the reo Māori (or English) used in the podcast. Accurate PDFs are available on Patreon.

Translation by Taurapa

7. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Wuruhi me te Rēme

Sun, 22 Sep 2024 00:01:00 +1200

An evil Wolf meets a meek Lamb in the forest. Transcripts are auto-generated, and do not accurately reflect the reo Māori (or English) used in the podcast. Accurate PDFs are available on Patreon.

Translation by Taurapa

6. Bonus Pakiwaitara - AA Milne - Wini-te-Pū, Upoko 1

Sun, 15 Sep 2024 14:43:57 +1200

In celebration of Te Wiki o te Reo Māori, we have a special bonus episode for you. AA Milne's classic Winnie-the-Pooh has been fully translated into te reo Māori, and we are thrilled to share the first pakiwaitara with you. Transcripts are auto-generated, and do not accurately reflect the reo Māori (or English) used in the podcast. Accurate PDFs are available on Patreon.

Translation by Taurapa

5. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Wahine me te Heihei

Sun, 15 Sep 2024 14:27:10 +1200

Ever wondered what happens if you double the food you feed your hens? Aesop knew. This week's Paki Poto is a kōrero about facts and figures. Transcripts are auto-generated, and do not accurately reflect the reo Māori (or English) used in the podcast. Accurate PDFs are available on Patreon.

Translation by Taurapa

4. Pakiwaitara - Ernest Hemingway - He Puke Ānō He Arewhana Mā

Sun, 15 Sep 2024 14:25:53 +1200

September's Pakiwaitara is by Ernest Hemingway. Hills Like White Elephants puts you in the shoes of an American man and a young lady in Spain as they wait for their train to Madrid. Filled with tension throughout, it's a roller coaster of bravery, sensitivity, and uncertainty. Transcripts are auto-generated, and do not accurately reflect the reo Māori (or English) used in the podcast. Accurate PDFs are available on Patreon.

Translation by Taurapa

3. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Kurī me te Tio

Sun, 15 Sep 2024 14:24:54 +1200

In this Paki Poto, a Dog tries to eat an Oyster in this well-known fable by Aesop. Listen in te reo Māori first, followed by the English. Transcripts are auto-generated, and do not accurately reflect the reo Māori (or English) used in the podcast. Accurate PDFs are available on Patreon.

Translation by Taurapa

2. Paki Poto - Aesop - Ko Pareārau me te Kāmera

Sun, 15 Sep 2024 14:24:03 +1200

A short fable by Aesop about Jupiter (the god not the planet) and the Camel. Listen in te reo Māori first, followed by the English. Transcripts are auto-generated, and do not accurately reflect the reo Māori (or English) used in the podcast. Accurate PDFs are available on Patreon.

Translation by Taurapa

1. Paki Poto - Aesop - Te Pōkiha me te Tāka

Sun, 15 Sep 2024 14:10:31 +1200

Te Pōkiha me te Tāka is our first Paki Poto episode. It's a translation of The Fox and the Stork by Aesop. Listen to the story in te reo Māori first, followed by the English.

Translation by Taurapa