Shows
Learn Cook Islands MāoriBonus 150.5 - "I'm a warrior of the Cook Islands!" with Teremoana JuniorWe speak with Teremoana Teremoana Jnr, a heavyweight boxer fighting out of Australia and representing his Cook Islands heritage.Join the team at Kuki Learning as they work to keep the Cook Islands Māori language and culture alive; and share it with the world. Your hosts, Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison, both proudly hail from Aitutaki and share strong family ties to Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. Now based in Aotearoa New Zealand, they stay closely connected to the islands and frequently return home. Each episode is designed to teach you the basics of Cook...
2025-09-1203 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriBonus 147.5 - "Our language is being challenged" with Vae Papatua | Cook Islands Language Week 2025Join the team at Kuki Learning as they work to keep the Cook Islands Māori language and culture alive; and share it with the world. Your hosts, Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison, both proudly hail from Aitutaki and share strong family ties to Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. Now based in Aotearoa New Zealand, they stay closely connected to the islands and frequently return home. Each episode is designed to teach you the basics of Cook Islands Māori, with bite-sized lessons, cultural insights, and real-life stories from two passionate educators. Whether you're a beginn...
2025-08-1704 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 146 - Saying “My (body part) hurts”Mamae toku (____) = My (____) is soreMamae toku (____) = My (____) hurtsMamae = sore, pain, painful, hurtJoin the team at Kuki Learning as they work to keep the Cook Islands Māori language and culture alive; and share it with the world. Your hosts, Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison, both proudly hail from Aitutaki and share strong family ties to Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. Now based in Aotearoa New Zealand, they stay closely connected to the islands and frequently return home. Each episode is designed to teach you the basic...
2025-08-1205 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriBonus 145.5 - Why say “Cook Islands” before “Māori”?Join the team at Kuki Learning as they work to keep the Cook Islands Māori language and culture alive; and share it with the world. Your hosts, Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison, both proudly hail from Aitutaki and share strong family ties to Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. Now based in Aotearoa New Zealand, they stay closely connected to the islands and frequently return home. Each episode is designed to teach you the basics of Cook Islands Māori, with bite-sized lessons, cultural insights, and real-life stories from two passionate educators. Whether you're a beginn...
2025-08-0905 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 145 - Saying “I am hot”I am hot = Kua vera au/E vera toku Vera = hotAnu = coldJoin the team at Kuki Learning as they work to keep the Cook Islands Māori language and culture alive; and share it with the world. Your hosts, Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison, both proudly hail from Aitutaki and share strong family ties to Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. Now based in Aotearoa New Zealand, they stay closely connected to the islands and frequently return home. Each episode is designed to teach you the basics of Coo...
2025-08-0805 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriBonus 144.5 - "Don't be afraid to make mistakes" with Tom Harrison | Cook Islands Language Week 2025Join the team at Kuki Learning as they work to keep the Cook Islands Māori language and culture alive; and share it with the world. Your hosts, Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison, both proudly hail from Aitutaki and share strong family ties to Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. Now based in Aotearoa New Zealand, they stay closely connected to the islands and frequently return home. Each episode is designed to teach you the basics of Cook Islands Māori, with bite-sized lessons, cultural insights, and real-life stories from two passionate educators. Whether you're a beginn...
2025-08-0803 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 144 - Saying “I am cold”I am cold = Kua anu au/E anu toku Anu = coldVera = hotJoin the team at Kuki Learning as they work to keep the Cook Islands Māori language and culture alive; and share it with the world. Your hosts, Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison, both proudly hail from Aitutaki and share strong family ties to Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. Now based in Aotearoa New Zealand, they stay closely connected to the islands and frequently return home. Each episode is designed to teach you the basics of Coo...
2025-08-0705 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriBonus 143.5 - The Ode of Remembrance in Cook Islands’ MāoriOnline source: Kare ratou e pakari, mei a ratou e vai nei, e pakari atu ra.Kare e tuatua e akaroi ia ratou, kare katoa te mataiti, e akaapa ia ratou.Mei te ra e opu atu ra i te aiai, e te itianga mai o te ra i te popongi.E akamaara tatou ia ratou.English Version:They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old;Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.At...
2025-08-0600 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 143 - Saying “I am sick”Kua maki au = I am sick/illE maki toku = I have an illnessMaki = sick, ill, sickness, illness, goofy/sillyJoin the team at Kuki Learning as they work to keep the Cook Islands Māori language and culture alive; and share it with the world. Your hosts, Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison, both proudly hail from Aitutaki and share strong family ties to Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. Now based in Aotearoa New Zealand, they stay closely connected to the islands and frequently return home. Each episo...
2025-08-0605 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 142 - Saying “Go away/Get lost”Go away = Aere atu! = Ere atu!Get lost = Tangaro iatu koe!Join the team at Kuki Learning as they work to keep the Cook Islands Māori language and culture alive; and share it with the world. Your hosts, Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison, both proudly hail from Aitutaki and share strong family ties to Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. Now based in Aotearoa New Zealand, they stay closely connected to the islands and frequently return home. Each episode is designed to teach you the basics of Cook Islands Māori, w...
2025-08-0507 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriBonus 141.5 - The Ode of Remembrance in Cook Islands’ Māori by Tom HarrisonInterpreted by Tom HarrisonKare ratou e pakari, mei a tatou rai te ka pakari.Kare te mataiti e ‘akamauiui ia ratou, e kare katoa e ‘aka’apa.I te iti’anga ra o te ra e i te popongi.Ka ‘akama’ara ua rae tatou, ia ratou.English VersionThey shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old.Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.At the going down of the sun and in the morning
2025-08-0400 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 141 - Saying “Come home" and "Return home”Come home = Aere mai ki te kaingaReturn home = Oki mai ki te kaingaHome = kainga/ngutuareJoin the team at Kuki Learning as they work to keep the Cook Islands Māori language and culture alive; and share it with the world. Your hosts, Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison, both proudly hail from Aitutaki and share strong family ties to Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. Now based in Aotearoa New Zealand, they stay closely connected to the islands and frequently return home. Each episode is designed to teach you the b...
2025-08-0307 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 140 - Asking “What's the plan tomorrow?"Eaa te parani apopo? = What's the plan tomorrow?Parani = planApopo = tomorrowJoin the team at Kuki Learning as they work to keep the Cook Islands Māori language and culture alive; and share it with the world. Your hosts, Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison, both proudly hail from Aitutaki and share strong family ties to Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. Now based in Aotearoa New Zealand, they stay closely connected to the islands and frequently return home. Each episode is designed to teach you the basics of Cook...
2025-08-0204 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 139 - Asking “What's the plan tonight?” Eaa te parani i teia po? = What's the plan tonight? This night (Tonight) = i teia poPo = nightJoin the team at Kuki Learning as they work to keep the Cook Islands Māori language and culture alive; and share it with the world. Your hosts, Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison, both proudly hail from Aitutaki and share strong family ties to Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. Now based in Aotearoa New Zealand, they stay closely connected to the islands and frequently return home. Each episode is designed to te...
2025-08-0104 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 138 - Asking “What's the plan today?”Eaa te parani i teia ra? = What's the plan today? This day (Today) = i teia raJoin the team at Kuki Learning as they work to keep the Cook Islands Māori language and culture alive; and share it with the world. Your hosts, Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison, both proudly hail from Aitutaki and share strong family ties to Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. Now based in Aotearoa New Zealand, they stay closely connected to the islands and frequently return home. Each episode is designed to teach you the basics...
2025-07-2805 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 137 - 5 replies to “What's the plan?”Nothing = Kare pakau (Aitutaki dialect),Nothing = Kare apinga (Rarotonga dialect), I don't know = Kare au (i) kite, You tell me = Akakite mai koe,Eat/eating= kai kai (Rarotonga dialect),Eat/eating= kai manga (Aitutaki dialect),Outing/touristing = Koka (Rarotonga dialect),Outing/touristing = Parakoka (Aitutaki dialect),Join the team at Kuki Learning as they work to keep the Cook Islands Māori language and culture alive; and share it with the world. Your hosts, Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison, both proudly hail...
2025-07-2507 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 136 - Asking “What's the plan?”Eaa te parani? = What's the plan?Join the team at Kuki Learning as they work to keep the Cook Islands Māori language and culture alive; and share it with the world. Your hosts, Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison, both proudly hail from Aitutaki and share strong family ties to Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. Now based in Aotearoa New Zealand, they stay closely connected to the islands and frequently return home. Each episode is designed to teach you the basics of Cook Islands Māori, with bite-sized lessons, cultural insights, and real-l...
2025-07-2204 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 135 - Learning “Yesterday, Today, Tonight, Tomorrow”nanai/inanai = yesterdayteia ra (this day) = todayteia po (this night) = tonightapopo = tomorrowJoin the team at Kuki Learning as they work to keep the Cook Islands Māori language and culture alive; and share it with the world. Your hosts, Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison, both proudly hail from Aitutaki and share strong family ties to Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. Now based in Aotearoa New Zealand, they stay closely connected to the islands and frequently return home. Each episode is designed to teach...
2025-07-2105 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriBonus 134 - How many native languages in the Cook Islands?Join the team at Kuki Learning as they work to keep the Cook Islands Māori language and culture alive; and share it with the world. Your hosts, Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison, both proudly hail from Aitutaki and share strong family ties to Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. Now based in Aotearoa New Zealand, they stay closely connected to the islands and frequently return home. Each episode is designed to teach you the basics of Cook Islands Māori, with bite-sized lessons, cultural insights, and real-life stories from two passionate educators. Whether you're a beginn...
2025-07-1704 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 133 - Saying "Bring me the (item)"Apai mai te (item) = Bring me the (item).Common nouns:book=puka, keys=taviri, money=moni, pen=peni, chair=no’oanga, bag=kete, cup=kapu, plate=mereki, towel=tauera, bottle=moinaJoin the team at Kuki Learning as they work to keep the Cook Islands Māori language and culture alive; and share it with the world. Your hosts, Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison, both proudly hail from Aitutaki and share strong family ties to Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. Now based in Aotearoa New Zealand, they stay closely...
2025-07-1105 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 132 - Saying “I’m studying/schooling now”I'm studying now = Te apii nei au, i teia taime. (Formal)I'm studying now = Apii nei au teia taime. (Informal)I'm studying = Te apii nei au. (Formal)I'm studying = Apii nei au. (Informal)Join the team at Kuki Learning as they work to keep the Cook Islands Māori language and culture alive; and share it with the world. Your hosts, Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison, both proudly hail from Aitutaki and share strong family ties to Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. Now based in Aotearoa New Zeala...
2025-07-0805 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 131 - Saying “I'm working now"I'm working now = Te angaanga nei au, i teia taime. (Formal)I'm working now = Angaanga nei au teia taime. (Informal)I'm working = Te angaanga nei au. (Formal)I'm working = Angaanga nei au. (Informal)Join the team at Kuki Learning as they work to keep the Cook Islands Māori language and culture alive; and share it with the world. Your hosts, Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison, both proudly hail from Aitutaki and share strong family ties to Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. Now based in Aotearoa New Zeala...
2025-07-0506 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 130 - Asking “What is your first/last name?”Koai toou ingoa? = What is your name? Koai toou ingoa openga? = What is your last name?ingoa = nameopenga = last, end Join the team at Kuki Learning as they work to keep the Cook Islands Māori language and culture alive; and share it with the world. Your hosts, Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison, both proudly hail from Aitutaki and share strong family ties to Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. Now based in Aotearoa New Zealand, they stay closely connected to the islands and frequently return home...
2025-07-0305 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 129 - Saying “Thank you very much”meitaki maata = thank you very much (Rarotonga)meitaki atupaka = thank you very much (Aitutaki)meitaki = good, thanks,maata/atupaka = big, many, largeJoin the team at Kuki Learning as they work to keep the Cook Islands Māori language and culture alive; and share it with the world. Your hosts, Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison, both proudly hail from Aitutaki and share strong family ties to Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. Now based in Aotearoa New Zealand, they stay closely connected to the islands and frequently retur...
2025-06-2704 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 128 - Saying “Goodbye”ka kite = see you/see yaaere ra = walk then/go then (said by the person staying)e noo ake ra = I’ll leave you to it (said by the person leaving)Join the team at Kuki Learning as they work to keep the Cook Islands Māori language and culture alive; and share it with the world. Your hosts, Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison, both proudly hail from Aitutaki and share strong family ties to Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. Now based in Aotearoa New Zealand, they stay cl...
2025-06-2406 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 127 - Saying “Hello”Join the team at Kuki Learning as they work to keep the Cook Islands Māori language and culture alive; and share it with the world. Your hosts, Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison, both proudly hail from Aitutaki and share strong family ties to Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. Now based in Aotearoa New Zealand, they stay closely connected to the islands and frequently return home. Each episode is designed to teach you the basics of Cook Islands Māori, with bite-sized lessons, cultural insights, and real-life stories from two passionate educators. Whether you're a beginn...
2025-06-1904 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 126 - Asking “You coming with me?”Ka aru mai koe iaku? = You coming with me?Ka aru mai koe? = You coming?Join the team at Kuki Learning as they work to keep the Cook Islands Māori language and culture alive; and share it with the world. Your hosts, Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison, both proudly hail from Aitutaki and share strong family ties to Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. Now based in Aotearoa New Zealand, they stay closely connected to the islands and frequently return home. Each episode is designed to teach you the basics of Co...
2025-06-1704 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 125 - Asking “What will you do?”Kā'a koe? = What will you do? / What you gonna do?Join the team at Kuki Learning as they work to keep the Cook Islands Māori language and culture alive; and share it with the world. Your hosts, Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison, both proudly hail from Aitutaki and share strong family ties to Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. Now based in Aotearoa New Zealand, they stay closely connected to the islands and frequently return home. Each episode is designed to teach you the basics of Cook Islands Māori, with bite-si...
2025-06-1304 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 124 - Asking “Are you free?”Kua vā koe? = Are you free/available? Vā koe? = You free/available?Join the team at Kuki Learning as they work to keep the Cook Islands Māori language and culture alive; and share it with the world. Your hosts, Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison, both proudly hail from Aitutaki and share strong family ties to Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. Now based in Aotearoa New Zealand, they stay closely connected to the islands and frequently return home. Each episode is designed to teach you the basics of Cook Islands Māori...
2025-06-1005 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 123 - Asking “What are you doing?”Tea’a nei koe?/Tea’a rā koe? = What are you doing?Join the team at Kuki Learning as they work to keep the Cook Islands Māori language and culture alive; and share it with the world. Your hosts, Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison, both proudly hail from Aitutaki and share strong family ties to Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. Now based in Aotearoa New Zealand, they stay closely connected to the islands and frequently return home. Each episode is designed to teach you the basics of Cook Islands Māori, with bite-sized lessons, cultural in...
2025-06-0606 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 122 - Asking “How are you today?”Pe'ea koe i teia ra? = How are you today?Pe'ea koe teia ra? = How are you today? (casual)Pe'ea koe? = How are you?Pe'ea? = How's it?rā = sun, dayJoin the team at Kuki Learning as they work to keep the Cook Islands Māori language and culture alive; and share it with the world. Your hosts, Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison, both proudly hail from Aitutaki and share strong family ties to Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. Now based in Aotearoa New Zealand, they s...
2025-06-0304 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriBonus 121 - Thank you to our listeners!Whether you're a first-time listener or have been following us from the beginning: meitaki ma‘ata, thank you very much for your support. If you’ve been enjoying the podcast, we’d really appreciate it if you could leave a review or rating on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you’re listening from. It helps others find the show and tells the platforms that our Cook Islands Māori language and culture matters.Make sure to follow the podcast so you don’t miss any new episodes. And if there’s a topic or word you’d like us...
2025-05-1901 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 120 - Asking "How was your holiday?"Join the team at Kuki Learning as they work to keep the Cook Islands Māori language and culture alive; and share it with the world. Your hosts, Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison, both proudly hail from Aitutaki and share strong family ties to Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. Now based in Aotearoa New Zealand, they stay closely connected to the islands and frequently return home. Each episode is designed to teach you the basics of Cook Islands Māori, with bite-sized lessons, cultural insights, and real-life stories from two passionate educators. Whether you're a beginner or reconn...
2025-05-1604 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 119 - Saying "This is my grandpa/grandma (name)"grandpa/grandfather = papa ru'augrandma/grandmother = mama ru'aupapa = father/dadmama = mother/mumru'au = old, aged, elderlyJoin the team at Kuki Learning as they work to keep the Cook Islands Māori language and culture alive; and share it with the world. Your hosts, Junior Charlie and Tom Harrison, both proudly hail from Aitutaki and share strong family ties to Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. Now based in Aotearoa New Zealand, they stay closely connected to the islands and frequently return home. Each episode is de...
2025-05-1006 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 118 - Saying “This is my brother (name)”Join the team at Kuki Learning as they work to keep the Cook Islands Māori language and culture alive; and share it with the world. Your hosts, Junior Charlie and Tom Harrison, both proudly hail from Aitutaki and share strong family ties to Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. Now based in Aotearoa New Zealand, they stay closely connected to the islands and frequently return home.Each episode is designed to teach you the basics of Cook Islands Māori, with bite-sized lessons, cultural insights, and real-life stories from two passionate educators. Whether you're a...
2025-05-0205 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 117 - Saying “This is my sister (name)”Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language and culture alive, by sharing it worldwide. Hosted by Junior Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa New Zealand and regularly fly home. Feel free to send topics you'd like them to teach via email at info@kukilearning.comWeb: https://kukilearning.com/Other content:https://linktr.ee/kukilearningPodcast:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show...
2025-04-2605 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 116 - Saying "This is my mother (name)"This is my mother Vaine = "Ko toku mama teia ko Vaine".This is my mother = "Ko toku mama teia".mother/mum = "mama".grandmother/grandma = "mama ruau".alternative way to say mother/mum = "metua vaine", literally means 'female parent'. The name I used in the example is "Vaine", this can be a name and mean 'female'.Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language and culture alive, by sharing it worldwide. Hosted by Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison who b...
2025-04-1805 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 115 - Saying "This is my father (name)"This is my father Tom = "Ko toku papa teia ko Tom".This is my father = "Ko toku papa teia".father/dad = "papa".grandfather/granddad = "papa ruau".alternative way to say father/dad = "metua tane", literally means 'male parent'.Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language and culture alive, by sharing it worldwide. Hosted by Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and P...
2025-04-1106 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 114 - Asking "When is your trip/flight?"When is your trip? = "Aea toou tere?"When is your flight? = "Aea toou pairere?"Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language and culture alive, by sharing it worldwide. Hosted by Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa New Zealand and regularly fly home. Feel free to send topics you'd like them to teach via email at info@kukilearning.comW...
2025-04-0406 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 113 - Asking "When is your wedding?"When is your wedding? = "Aea toou ra 'akaipoipo?"Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language and culture alive, by sharing it worldwide. Hosted by Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa New Zealand and regularly fly home. Feel free to send topics you'd like them to teach via email at info@kukilearning.comWeb: https://kukilearning.com/Other content:...
2025-03-2804 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 112 - Asking "When is your birthday?"When is your birthday? = "Aea toou ra anau'anga?"Birthday? = "Ra anau'anga?"It can also mean 'birth date'.Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language and culture alive, by sharing it worldwide. Hosted by Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa New Zealand and regularly fly home. Feel free to send topics you'd like them to teach via email at info@kukilearning.com
2025-03-2505 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 111 - Saying “listen" or "listen up”'akarongo = listen'akarongo mai = listen upme ka tika, 'akarongo = please listenJoin the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language and culture alive, by sharing it worldwide. Hosted by Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa New Zealand and regularly fly home. Feel free to send topics you'd like them to teach via email at info@kukilearning.comWeb: https://kukilearning.com...
2025-03-1404 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 110 - Saying “Please look at me/watch me""Akara mai ki’aku, me ka tika" = Look at me/Watch me, please."Akara mai ki'aku" = Look at me/Watch me."Akara mai" = Look/watch here"Akara" = Look/Watch.Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language and culture alive, by sharing it worldwide. Hosted by Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa New Zealand and regularly fly hom...
2025-03-1105 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 109 - Asking “Are you okay?”"Mako ua koe?" = Are you okay?"Mako ra koe?" = Are you okay? (alternative)"Mako?" - Good/okay? (informal)Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language and culture alive, by sharing it worldwide. Hosted by Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa New Zealand and regularly fly home. Feel free to send topics you'd like them to teach via email a...
2025-03-0704 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 108 - Saying “Speak English, I don’t understand”"Tuatua papaa, kare au e marama ana" = Speak English, I don't understand.Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language and culture alive, by sharing it worldwide. Hosted by Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa New Zealand and regularly fly home. Feel free to send topics you'd like them to teach via email at info@kukilearning.comWeb: https://kukilearning.com/...
2025-03-0405 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 107 - Saying “I do/don't understand”"Kua marama au" = I do understand/I understand."Kare au e marama ana" = I don't understand."marama" = understood (informal)"kare marama" = not understood (informal)Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language and culture alive, by sharing it worldwide. Hosted by Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa New Zealand and regularly fly home. Feel free to send to...
2025-02-2806 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 106 - Saying “Sorry” ‘Akakoromaki mai = (Please bear with/ be patient) Tatara’ara atu nei au = (I regret to inform you / I’m apologizing to you)Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language and culture alive, by sharing it worldwide. Hosted by Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa New Zealand and regularly fly home. Feel free to send topics you'd like them to teach via emai...
2025-02-2508 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 105 - Asking “Who’s in charge here?”"Ko'ai te pu i konei?" can mean: Who's in charge here? Who's the boss here? "Ko'ai te manitia i konei?" is: Who's the manager here?Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language and culture alive, by sharing it worldwide. Hosted by Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa New Zealand and regularly fly home. Feel free to send topics you'd like them to teach v...
2025-02-2106 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 104 - Asking “Who are your parents?”Who are your parents? = "Ko'ai to'ou nga metua?"Who's your mum? = "Ko'ai to'ou mama?"Who's your dad? = "Ko'ai to'ou papa?"Key words: mama/metua vaine/mami = mum/mother/mummypapa/metua tane/tati = dad/father/daddyko'ai = whoJoin the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language and culture alive, by sharing it worldwide. Hosted by Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in...
2025-02-1905 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 103 - Asking “Where’s your mum/dad?”Where's your mum? = "Tei’ea to'ou mama?"Where's your dad? = "Tei’ea to'ou papa?"Key words: mama/metua vaine/mami = mum/mother/mummypapa/metua tane/tati = dad/father/daddyti'ea = where (informal)tiangai = where (Aitutaki dialect)Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language and culture alive, by sharing it worldwide. Hosted by Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa New Zealan...
2025-02-1405 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 102 - Asking “Where are your parents?”Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language and culture alive, by sharing it worldwide. Hosted by Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa New Zealand and regularly fly home. Feel free to send topics you'd like them to teach via email at info@kukilearning.comWeb: https://kukilearning.com/Other content:https://linktr.ee/kukilearningPodcast:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kuki...
2025-02-1105 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 101 - Asking “What do you need?”What do you need? = [Ea'a ta'au ka 'inangaro?]Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language and culture alive, by sharing it worldwide. Hosted by Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa New Zealand and regularly fly home. Feel free to send topics you'd like them to teach via email at info@kukilearning.comWeb: https://kukilearning.com/Other content:https://linktr.ee/kuk...
2025-02-0804 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 100 - Saying "I'm going to: run, dance, eat, drink, shower"run: "oro" | dance: "ura/koni" | eat: "kai kai/kai manga" | drink: "inu vai" | shower: "pai/umoume".
Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language and culture alive, by sharing it worldwide. Hosted by Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa New Zealand and regularly fly home. Feel free to send topics you'd like them to teach via email at info@kukilearning.com
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2025-02-0605 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 99 - Alphabet (Southern Cook Islands)Alphabet: A, E, Ng, I, K, M, N, O, P, R, T, U, V.
Māori pronunciation: A, E, Nga, I, Ke, Mo, Nu, O, Pi, Ro, Ti, U, Vi.
A rough guide for English speakers, listen to how I say it and follow along to pick out the pronunciations: Ahh, Egg, Winger, Idiot, Cake, More, Noose, Oar, Pea, Row, Tea, Foot, V.
It's tough to teach using these words, but hopefully you hear the Māori pronunciations within these English words.
Jo...
2025-01-2803 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriBonus 98 - Why say "Cook Islands Māori"? | Why not just Māori?English, Cook Islands Māori, and Pukapuka are the official languages of the Cook Islands.
Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language and culture alive, by sharing it worldwide. Hosted by Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa New Zealand and regularly fly home. Feel free to send topics you'd like them to teach via email at info@kukilearning.com
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2025-01-1704 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 97 - Asking "You good?"Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language alive, by sharing it worldwide. Hosted by Junior Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa and make the odd trip back home regularly. Feel free to send topics you'd like them to teach via email at info@kukilearning.com
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2025-01-1004 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 96 - Saying "Happy New Year" (variations)Happy new year to everyone! Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language alive, by sharing it worldwide. Hosted by Junior Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa and make the odd trip back home regularly. Feel free to send topics you'd like them to teach via email at info@kukilearning.com
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2025-01-0403 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 95 - Saying a prayer for foodBasic prayer for food in Cook Islands Māori is as follows: "Te Atua e, akameitaki mai te manga ta matou ka kai, ei akamatutu to matou kopapa, kia ora matou iakoe, Amene".
Translated as: Heavenly father, bless this food we are about to eat, to strengthen our bodies, may we live in your grace, Amen.
Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language alive, by sharing it worldwide. Hosted by Junior Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have co...
2024-12-2704 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 94 - Saying a basic prayerCook Islands Maori basic prayer
"Te Atua e, aroa mai ia matou, tamariki ara nei, kia ora matou iakoe, Amene".
Interpreted to: "Heavenly Father, bless us all, forgive us of our sins, may we live in your grace, Amen".
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2024-12-2003 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 93 - Asking "One more beer, please"Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language alive, by sharing it worldwide. Hosted by Junior Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa and make the odd trip back home regularly. Feel free to send topics you'd like them to teach via email at info@kukilearning.com
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2024-12-1405 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 91 - Saying "I will not make it to work"Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language alive, by sharing it worldwide. Hosted by Junior Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa and make the odd trip back home regularly. Feel free to send topics you'd like them to teach via email at info@kukilearning.com
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2024-12-0605 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 90 - Saying "I can/can't do it"Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language alive, by sharing it worldwide. Hosted by Junior Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa and make the odd trip back home regularly. Feel free to send topics you'd like them to teach via email at info@kukilearning.com
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2024-11-2904 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 89 - Asking "Can you do it?"Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language alive, by sharing it worldwide. Hosted by Junior Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa and make the odd trip back home regularly. Feel free to send topics you'd like them to teach via email at info@kukilearning.com
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2024-11-2503 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 88 - Asking "What's your holiday plans?"Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language alive, by sharing it worldwide. Hosted by Junior Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa and make the odd trip back home regularly. Feel free to send topics you'd like them to teach via email at info@kukilearning.com
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2024-11-2204 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 87 - Learning "dusk" & "night"Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language alive, by sharing it worldwide. Hosted by Junior Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa and make the odd trip back home regularly. Feel free to send topics you'd like them to teach via email at info@kukilearning.com
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2024-11-1904 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 86 - Learning "dawn" & "morning"Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language alive, by sharing it worldwide. Hosted by Junior Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa and make the odd trip back home regularly. Feel free to send topics you'd like them to teach via email at info@kukilearning.com
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2024-11-1604 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 85 - Using "Glottal stops"Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language alive, by sharing it worldwide. Hosted by Junior Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa and make the odd trip back home regularly. Feel free to send topics you'd like them to teach via email at info@kukilearning.com
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2024-11-1404 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 84 - Using "Macrons"Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language alive, by sharing it worldwide. Hosted by Junior Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa and make the odd trip back home regularly. Feel free to send topics you'd like them to teach via email at info@kukilearning.com
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2024-11-1104 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 83 - Introducing yourself (Tom Harrison)Hello - "Kia Orana"
My name is - ''Toku ingoa ko''
My father is - ''Toku papa ko''
My mother is - ''Toku mama ko''
I was born in - ''Kua anau ia au i''
I was raised in - ''Kua tupu mai au i''
I am ___ years old - "E ___ oku mataiti"
Thank you - ''Kia orana e kia manuia"
Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language alive, by sharing i...
2024-11-0605 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 82 - Introducing yourselfJoin the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language alive, by sharing it worldwide. Hosted by Junior Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa and make the odd trip back home regularly. Feel free to send topics you'd like them to teach via email at info@kukilearning.com
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2024-10-2904 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 81 - Replying to "Good morning"Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language alive, by sharing it worldwide. Hosted by Junior Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa and make the odd trip back home regularly.
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2024-10-2605 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 79 - Replying to "How are you?"We start with "I'm good" (meitaki au), "so-so" (e aka), and "I'm not good" (kare e mako ana).
Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language alive, by sharing it worldwide. Hosted by Junior Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa and make the odd trip back home regularly.
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2024-10-1905 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 77 - Cook Islands National Anthem in MāoriJoin the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language alive, by sharing it worldwide. Today, we learn the Cook Islands national anthem titled "TE ATUA MOU E".
"TE ATUA MOU E,
KO KOE RAI TE PU,
O TE PA ENUA E,
AKARONGO MAI,
I TO MATOU NEI REO,
TE KAPIKI ATU NEI,
PARURU MAI,
IA MATOU NEI,
OMAI TE KORONA MOU,
KIA NGATEITEI,
KIA VAI RAI TE AROA,
O...
2024-10-1301 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 76 - Learning "vera" & "veravera" (hot & spicy)Today's lesson we learn about "vera", which refers to being "temperature hot". We also learn "veravera", which refers to "spicy hot".
Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language alive, by sharing it worldwide.
Hosted by Junior Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa and make the odd trip back home regularly.
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2024-10-0803 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 75 - Saying "You're so short"Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language alive, by sharing it worldwide.
Hosted by Junior Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa and make the odd trip back home regularly.
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2024-10-0504 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 74 - Saying "You're so tall"Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language alive, by sharing it worldwide.
Hosted by Junior Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa and make the odd trip back home regularly.
Feel free to send topics you'd like them to teach via email at info@kukilearning.com
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2024-09-2704 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriBonus 73 - Kuki Learning update (Thank you to all our listeners!)Thank you to all our listeners and supporters! We really do appreciate you listening and helping to keep the language alive.
Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language alive, by sharing it worldwide.
Hosted by Junior Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa and make the odd trip back home regularly.
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2024-09-2201 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 72 - Saying "It's rainy today"Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language alive, by sharing it worldwide.
Hosted by Junior Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa and make the odd trip back home regularly.
Feel free to send topics you'd like them to teach via email at info@kukilearning.com
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2024-09-2003 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 71 - Saying "It's windy today"Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language alive, by sharing it worldwide.
Hosted by Junior Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa and make the odd trip back home regularly.
Feel free to send topics you'd like them to teach via email at info@kukilearning.com
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2024-09-1403 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLessson 70 - Saying "It's hot today"Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language alive, by sharing it worldwide.
Hosted by Junior Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa and make the odd trip back home regularly.
Feel free to send topics you'd like them to teach via email at info@kukilearning.com
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2024-09-0602 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 69 - Saying "It's cold today"Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language alive, by sharing it worldwide.
Hosted by Junior Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa and make the odd trip back home regularly.
Feel free to send topics you'd like them to teach via email at info@kukilearning.com
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2024-09-0303 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 68 - Asking "What do you want to see/watch?"Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language alive, by sharing it worldwide.
Hosted by Junior Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa and make the odd trip back home regularly.
Feel free to send topics you'd like them to teach via email at info@kukilearning.com
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2024-08-2903 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 67 - Asking "What do you want to drink?"Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language alive, by sharing it worldwide.
Hosted by Junior Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa and make the odd trip back home regularly.
Feel free to send topics you'd like them to teach via email at info@kukilearning.com
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2024-08-2303 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 66 - Asking "What do you want to eat?"A very useful phrase when you are visiting the Cook Islands.
Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language alive, by sharing it worldwide.
Hosted by Junior Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa and make the odd trip back home regularly.
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2024-08-1803 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 65 - Asking "What do you want?"Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language alive, by sharing it worldwide.
Hosted by Junior Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa and make the odd trip back home regularly.
Feel free to send topics you'd like them to teach via email at info@kukilearning.com
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2024-08-1203 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 64 - Saying "Go for a shower"Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language alive, by sharing it worldwide.
Hosted by Junior Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa and make the odd trip back home regularly.
Feel free to send topics you'd like them to teach via email at info@kukilearning.com
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2024-08-0904 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 63 - Saying "I'm going for a shower"Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language alive, by sharing it worldwide.
Hosted by Junior Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa and make the odd trip back home regularly.
Feel free to send topics you'd like them to teach via email at info@kukilearning.com
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2024-08-0805 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 62 - Asking "Do you need to pee/poo?"Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language alive, by sharing it worldwide.
Hosted by Junior Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa and make the odd trip back home regularly.
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2024-08-0703 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 61 - Saying "I'm going to pee/poo"This one's useful to teach the little ones so they can secretly tell you they need to do the number two.
Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language alive, by sharing it worldwide.
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2024-08-0603 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 59 - Saying "I'm going to eat (food)"Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language alive, by sharing it worldwide.
Hosted by Junior Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa and make the odd trip back home regularly.
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2024-08-0403 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 58 - Saying "I'm going to sleep"Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language alive, by sharing it worldwide.
Hosted by Junior Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa and make the odd trip back home regularly.
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2024-08-0403 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 57 - Saying "Let's go inside/outside"Cook Islands Māori words can be easy to learn.
Inside: "roto" Outside: "vao"
Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language alive, by sharing it worldwide.
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2024-08-0104 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 56 - Saying "Let's go"Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language alive, by sharing it worldwide.
Hosted by Junior Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa and make the odd trip back home regularly.
Feel free to send topics you'd like them to teach via email at info@kukilearning.com
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2024-07-2904 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 55 - Saying "Happy Birthday"Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language alive, by sharing it worldwide.
Hosted by Junior Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa and make the odd trip back home regularly.
Feel free to send topics you'd like them to teach via email at info@kukilearning.com
See our other content:
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2024-07-2604 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 54 - Asking "Do you want him/her?"Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language alive, by sharing it worldwide.
Hosted by Junior Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa and make the odd trip back home regularly.
Feel free to send topics you'd like them to teach via email at info@kukilearning.com
See our other content:
https://linktr.ee/kukilearning
2024-07-2305 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 53 - Asking "Do you want it?"Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language alive, by sharing it worldwide.
Hosted by Junior Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa and make the odd trip back home regularly.
Feel free to send topics you'd like them to teach via email at info@kukilearning.com
See our other content:
https://linktr.ee/kukilearning
2024-07-2005 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 52 - Asking "Whose is this?"Asking "Whose is this?" in the Cook Islands Māori language when someone leaves their dirty underwear in the hallway can be helpful.
Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language alive, by sharing it worldwide. Hosted by Junior Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa and make the odd trip back home regularly. Feel free to send topics you'd like them to teach via email at info@ku...
2024-07-1704 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriLesson 51 - Directions "Up" and "Down"Parking tip: look up to check if there are coconuts that may fall on your car. Also, look down in car parks and you may find loose change. Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language alive, by sharing it worldwide. Hosted by Junior Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa and make the odd trip back home regularly. Feel free to send topics you'd like them teach via email a...
2024-07-1303 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriBonus 45.5 - Kuki Learning update (Tom made a mistake)Join the boys from Kuki Learning whose aim is keep the Cook Island's Māori language alive, by sharing it worldwide.
Hosted by Junior Charlie and Tom Harrison who both grew up in Aitutaki and have collective ties to the islands of Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. They now reside in Aotearoa and make the odd trip back home regularly.
Feel free to send topics you'd like them teach via email at info@kukilearning.com
See our other content:
https://linktr.ee/kukilearning
2024-06-2403 min
Learn Cook Islands MāoriIntro to Kuki Learning - Saying "Hello"In this lesson, we learn how to say "Hello" in the Cook Islands Māori language.Hello = Kia Orana, pronounced: [key-ah, oh-rah-nah]Join the team at Kuki Learning as they work to keep the Cook Islands Māori language and culture alive; and share it with the world. Your hosts, Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison, both proudly hail from Aitutaki and share strong family ties to Rarotonga, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. Now based in Aotearoa New Zealand, they stay closely connected to the islands and frequently return home. Each episode is des...
2023-02-1702 min