#PWTP Te Pūoho Kātene Te tiriti settlements are not a golden handshake
Te Pūoho Kātene Te tiriti settlements are not a golden handshake
Pātai with the Pollies is a brand new podcast hosted by lawyer and political commentator Tania Waikato that features different politicians each fortnight. Tania will spend the first half hour of each show chatting with her guest about political issues of the day, and then the second half hour is dedicated to answering live questions from the public you tube audience - so if you ever wanted to ask a politician a question, now is your chance!
Te Pūoho Kātene Te tiriti settlements are not a golden handshake
Te Pūoho Kātene Economic emancipation for Māori is about whānau
Te Pūoho Kātene Aotearoa's economy is unique in the world
#PWTP Te Pūoho Kātene We can choose what success means in our economy
What does it mean to build an economy that measures success not just in dollars, but in generational impact and kaitiakitanga? In this episode of Pātai with the Pollies, we sit down with Labour Candidate for Te Tai Hauāuru Te Pūoho Katene—executive leader, Fulbright scholar, and driving force in Māori impact investment and social enterprise. Te Pūoho joins us to dissect the intersection of indigenous wisdom and modern economic policy, sharing how Te Ao Māori values are reshaping the landscape of venture capital, governance, and public policy in Aotearoa.
Investment in the manufacturing sector to strengthen the workforce
Farmers are interested in regenerative practices, funding would help that transition
On the next episode of Pātai with the Pollies, we sit down with newly announced Labour Party candidate Kingi Kiriona as he launches his high-stakes bid for the Hauraki-Waikato electorate. A respected leader in te ao Māori, kapa haka exponent, and former broadcaster, Kiriona shares what drove him to step away from his prominent roles in education and health to enter the political arena. Tune in as we discuss his vision for protecting mātauranga Māori, reclaiming vital Māori seats, and how he plans to tackle the tough campaign trail ahead. Don't miss this compelling insight into one of Labour's key new faces.
Ricardo Menéndez March LIVE on Pātai with the Pollies! ¡Hola a todos! Bienvenidos a un nuevo episodio de Pātai with the Pollies. Esta semana tenemos un invitado muy especial, ¡así que no se lo pierdan! Get ready for an insightful, fast-paced, and deeply honest conversation on Pātai with the Pollies as we sit down with Green Party MP Ricardo Menéndez March. In this episode, we’re breaking down everything from his journey into politics and his fierce advocacy for systemic change, to what actually goes on behind the scenes in Parliament. 💼 Before entering Parliament in 2020, Ricardo spent years on the frontlines of grassroots advocacy, working in hospitality and serving as the coordinator for Auckland Action Against Poverty to fight for liveable incomes and migrant rights. Now in his second term as a list MP and the Green Party’s Musterer (whip), he channels that lived experience directly into the halls of power. We dive into his work managing critical opposition portfolios—including Social Development and Employment, Immigration, Workforce Planning, and Associate Health—and what it really looks like to push for equity and constitutional transformation from the opposition benches. 🔥 Whether you're curious about the realities of fighting for social justice on the political stage or just want to see how he handles our quick-fire round of questions from our live audience, this is an interview you do not want to miss. We dive into the policy, the personal stories, and the collective vision for a fairer future.
Join host Tania Waikato on Pātai with the Pollies for a compelling sit-down with Labour MP Shanan Halbert. Known for his deep community advocacy, Shanan joins the show to discuss the pressing issues impacting families across Auckland and the wider motu. In the first half, we explore his political journey, vision for regional development, and championing of Māori and rainbow representation. Then, the floor opens to you—our live audience—as Shanan answers your raw, unfiltered questions directly. Tune in for a dynamic blend of personal insight and sharp political discourse mapping the future of our communities.
In Episode 5 of the Pātai with the Pollies podcast, host Tania Waikato sits down with Green Party MP Huhana Lyndon to explore her journey from grassroots community leadership to the halls of Parliament. Standing in 2026 to contest a packed Te Tai Tokerau electorate, Lyndon discusses the unique socio-economic challenges facing northern Māori communities, emphasizing regional infrastructure, housing shortages, and environmental protection. She reflects on her extensive background in iwi management and shares her vision for a Te Tiriti-centred approach to legislation. The episode blends serious policy debate with personal insights on balancing political life, culminating in a live Q&A session where you get to ask you pātai.
Come kōrero with Barbara Edmonds - Future Finance Minister of Aotearoa. Would you like to know what the alternative to having Nicola Willis as the Minister of Finance is? Join us for a compelling new episode of Pātai with the Pollies as we sit down with Labour MP Barbara Edmonds. Known for her sharp economic mind and deep community roots, Barbara dives into the pressing issues facing New Zealanders today. We will explore her journey through the halls of Parliament, her perspectives on fiscal responsibility, and her advocacy for Pacific communities. This episode offers an unfiltered look at the person behind the policy, blending serious political discourse with personal insights. Whether you’re a policy nerd or a curious voter, tune in for a nuanced discussion on leadership, motherhood, and the future of our motu.
On the next episode of Pātai with the Pollies, we sit down with one of the most enduring and passionate voices in New Zealand politics: Green Party Co-leader Marama Davidson From her roots in grassroots Māori activism to her groundbreaking tenure as the country’s first Minister for the Prevention of Family and Sexual Violence, Marama has never shied away from the "hard" conversations. In this episode, she reflects on her recent return to the front lines of Parliament, her vision for a Te Tiriti-centred Aotearoa, and the Greens’ bold new National Electrification Plan recently unveiled in the 2026 State of the Planet address. We dive deep into how personal resilience fuels political fire and what it truly means to lead with heart in an era of global crisis.
Tania Waikato and Mariameno Kapa-Kingi talk about how to best look after our mokopuna
Mariameno Kapa Kingi on MP pay rises during the cost of living and fuel crises
If the children are well, then the whanau is well. Mariameno Kapa Kingi on her philosophy on whanau wellness
In this episode, we are joined by a powerful voice for Te Tai Tokerau and a tireless advocate for social justice, Mariameno Kapa-Kingi. From navigating the halls of Parliament to her deep-rooted commitment to iwi health and wellbeing, Mariameno brings a unique perspective on what it truly means to lead with mana. Kapa-Kingi discusses the issues that matter most to our communities. From the frontlines of Te Tai Tokerau to the debating chamber in Wellington, Mariameno has never been one to shy away from the tough conversations.
The idea of growth, growth, growth is what cancer cells do so maybe basing an economy on the same plan is flawed
Are the Greens still pushing for cannabis legislation?
How can we ever expect to have a safe society if people cannot afford to feed themselves?
How do the Greens become the largest party on the left?
A question from the audience wondering what plans, if any, there are for the Greens to be the largest party on the left
If the Greens were in government, what would you do to help our energy resilience?
What upbringing did Chloe Swarbrick have to begin her story that we see today?
Why do we keep getting told we produce enough food in NZ to feed 40 million people, yet 500,000 NZers are going to food banks hungry each week?
The government has listed coal on the critical minerals list when coal is not a mineral neither is it critical
Episode 1 of Pātai with the Pollies hosted by Tania Waikato sees Green Party co-leader Chloe Swarbrick in the house to talk about the fuel crisis, why are we all working so hard but getting nowhere, and building a better Aotearoa for all. Pātai with the Pollies is a brand new podcast hosted by lawyer and political commentator Tania Waikato that features different politicians each fortnight. Tania will spend the first half hour of each show chatting with her guest about political issues of the day, and then the second half hour is dedicated to answering live questions from the public you tube audience - so if you ever wanted to ask a politician a question, now is your chance!