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Treaty Talks

46m

Treaty Talks, hosted by Kara Rickard, dives deep into the history and impact of Aotearoa's founding document, Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

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Credits

Reremoana McLeod
Producer
Whatanui Flavell
Director
Kara Rickard
Host
Tim Burnell
RNZ Commissioning Team Lead
Jana Te Nahu Owen
RNZ Commissioner, Māori
Nicholas Meuli
RNZ Commissioning Assistant
Shannon Haunui-Thompson
RNZ Tumu Māori
Robert Whitaker
RNZ Design Lead
Jayne Joyce
RNZ Senior Designer
Josie Campbell
RNZ Publicity Manager
Taylor Sincock
RNZ Social Media Manager

Treaty Talks is a visual podcast hosted by Kara Rickard that dives deep into the history and impact of Aotearoa's founding document, Te Tiriti o Waitangi. The series aims to cover the essentials of this crucial agreement between Māori and the Crown.

Throughout the series we hear from a range of Māori experts—lawyers, academics, and treaty educators—who break down what a treaty is, why it was needed, and the key differences between Te Tiriti o Waitangi and the English version, the Treaty of Waitangi.

Each episode delves into different aspects of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and the topics surrounding it. From the arrival of Captain Cook and the establishment of the New Zealand Company to Treaty Settlements and constitutional transformation, this series covers it all.

Treaty Talks is a powerful exploration of Aotearoa's history and the ongoing struggle for Māori rights. It's a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand and break down Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

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