Reviews
Highly recommended. I didn’t know much about the history of the area, and like the balance of oral tradition, animal information and western-style history. The host is entertaining and engagingz
BuddahadduB via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/08/24
I really enjoy this podcast. It makes learning Aotearoa's history accessible and interesting. As a Māori wahine living in Australia I've learnt so much about our history and I find the narrator respectful and a crack up too. Keep up the great work!Read full review »
Mattjoelle via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 02/01/24
Thank you for making NZ history and knowledge, accessible and enjoyable to listen to
Ammo Amethyst via Apple Podcasts · New Zealand · 01/24/24
An easy listen and informative show on New Zealand history. You think you know most of the myths, legends and factual history. But there are snippets in here that add to those stories and facts that make you sit up and go, I had no idea about that!. Worth a listen
Oxman69 via Apple Podcasts · New Zealand · 11/07/23
Really fantastic, binge listening and learning a lot. Really easy and enjoyable style. Love your work!
Jon-T81 via Apple Podcasts · New Zealand · 08/03/23
As an immigrant to Aotearoa NZ, I am so grateful for such a thorough and well-crafted podcast that helps me understand my newfound home. I appreciate both the information shared as well as the attitude of humility of the host. Don’t miss this!
lindseymarieee via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/29/23
Very monotone. Hard to listen to unfortunately.
Why not aye via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 06/13/22
Thomas is so knowledgeable and enthusiastic. Wonderful podcast
Gemma286432 via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 03/16/22
As a New Zealand tour guide this podcast is what I love and breathe. Great historical content and interpretation of Māori Folklore, really looking to get right into the series!
Spinder86 via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 01/26/22
Learning something new every episode and I like the relaxed style
efrab1 via Apple Podcasts · New Zealand · 11/23/21
Half Maori Half Pakeha from south Auckland now living in Sydney and good on you for having a crack. Good listen
Chaisah via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 04/19/21
Just starting to listen to this while I’m working on a vineyard in kurow. Enjoying it so much so far, a really entertaining but informative narrative and as a foreigner here (welsh) I’m loving learning about the history of this amazing country. Can’t wait to dig in to more episodes.
nia23423 via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 03/15/21
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Love the dramatic retellings! Very informative & enjoyable content, keep up the good work!
Lara Hattingh via Apple Podcasts · South Africa · 01/27/21
This podcast is so wonderful. Thom does a great job of bringing New Zealand and Pacific Island history to life. From tattoos, to flax, to origin stories, he really does a good job of explaining the history and cultures of the people who live in the country of the long white cloud. Great job sir...Read full review »
김덕수 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/12/21
Love this podcast, great research and some in-depth analyses. I would love you to have on more subject matter experts to go into detail on subjects in addition to your own podcasts.
SWzzz87 via Apple Podcasts · New Zealand · 01/07/21
Just wanted to say thanks so much for taking the time to develop and make this podcast. Having recently moved over to Aotearoa, and being in Managed Isolation, this is making the time pass so much quicker and is really helping me understand some of the origins of the country and biculturalism....Read full review »
ed_uk_nz via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 12/27/20
I stumbled on this podcast as I looked for resources to learn about the history of NZ/Aotearoa. And boy am I glad I found it! It’s insightful without bogging you down with too much detail and I am thankful for the large amount of episodes dedicated to Māori history. The host seems really...Read full review »
ce pseudoyme est déjà utilisé via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 11/11/20
I really appreciate how this host has approached the history of Aotearoa. Great clarity given on our history, great job 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
Bumblebeeeb via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 10/14/20
Just discovered this podcast and catching up on the episodes. It took a couple of episodes to get my American ear accustomed to the New Zealand accent, but now I am rolling smoothly and learning a lot about a country I could only previously find on a map. Fascinating history, excellent and...Read full review »
Hollyoke via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 10/11/20
Love this! Been listening since the beginning. Helped me a lot with my studies and understanding things about my tupuna.
PhoebeJane97 via Apple Podcasts · New Zealand · 09/14/20
Really enjoying it so far but don’t Apologize for anything. People don’t have to listen. And if you start, they won’t let you stop. Keep it up dude.
Rhys Telford via Apple Podcasts · New Zealand · 08/27/20
Tom does a great jon at narrating and Presenting an excellent and important story that is often left out of history. He examines the Maori history and even sings (!)). His enthusiasm and knowledge is presented well.
karasmannequin via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/25/20
I stumbled across this podcast last week, and have binge listened now to EVERY episode and can't wait for the next one to come out. Love the combination of historial episodes and the Maori stories/histories. As an Australian it has been great to learn more about our Kiwi/Maori neighbours.Read full review »
aussalmon via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 07/10/20
I love how much this feels like it is teaching me super basic stuff but in a non-patronising way! Really nicely told. Thanks for making this :)
Franticmt22 via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 06/28/20
Unfortunate. Podcaster thinks he's intelligent but isn't.Read full review »
SvonR via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 06/21/20
Whether anyone agrees with your rant or not is irrelevant. Your contempt for anyone who might disagree is dangerous. Such contempt leads to the very problems you oppose. Study history and see what happens one group feels superior and free to demonstrate their contempt for others. “F” off to...Read full review »
This Ken via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 06/12/20
I’m enjoying these podcasts a lot.
PGB-761 via Apple Podcasts · Japan · 05/29/20
I've spent an embarrassingly long stretch of my life thinking New Zealand history was boring. Thank you for making me reconsider!Read full review »
Epidemics Aotearoa via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 05/12/20
Back in the day for some reason we didn’t learn about NZ history. This is a great mix of history, zoology and myth. Great listen.
Queen Celeste via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 05/05/20
Love re-learning about the mother land. Pronunciation could do with some work but all in all great listening!
hem-dangles via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 04/05/20
So I didn't know what I didn’t know. I’ve learned a ton about NZ since I subscribed. Thomas delivers each episode in a really engaging way. Really enjoyed.Read full review »
SDiJulius via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/24/20
It's nice to find another niche podcast to listen to. Thomas is *awesome* and tells stories in a way that will be remebered!Read full review »
FortMcHenry2014 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/21/20
This is definitely high on my list of favorites.
Dwynes29 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/22/20
Really enjoying the podcasts especially the retelling of the Māori myths.
MAFS is not news via Apple Podcasts · New Zealand · 12/27/19
I love this podcast. It is interesting, informative, and a mix of fact and myth telling. Right up my alley. Keep up the good work!
Crochet Monster via Apple Podcasts · New Zealand · 12/11/19
New Zealand is a country who’s history is not often discussed in most parts of the world. I’ve learned so much from listening to this podcast and have thoroughly enjoyed learning about a country I hadn’t studied before. This podcast is certainly worth your listening! Do yourself a favor and...Read full review »
WI Appraiser via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/01/19
Finally a history podcast about my home land. Love how easy and conversational Thomas’s voice is to listen to. Love the Maori myth stories. Currently binge listening and telling everyone about it.
Rah244 via Apple Podcasts · New Zealand · 11/29/19
Also love the swearing, it makes it even better. Keep up the good work bro, chur chur
Airbornekiwi via Apple Podcasts · New Zealand · 10/16/19
NZ
Hello fellow kiwi,can you please stop swearing in your podcasts I want to listen to them I can’t because you swear to much.
its LEVIOOSA not LEVIASAAAAAA via Apple Podcasts · New Zealand · 10/13/19
Awesome podcast by brother keep up the good Mahi
Key10man via Apple Podcasts · New Zealand · 10/11/19
I’m new to podcasts, but I love this. The content, pace and tone is great! Ngā mihi
Yeliab99 via Apple Podcasts · New Zealand · 10/10/19
Sweet as podcast, chur!
dfd(77)?,::dfbjivd via Apple Podcasts · New Zealand · 10/10/19
Chur bro, mean as.
Grannie Anniee via Apple Podcasts · New Zealand · 10/08/19
A wonderful history of Aotearoa New Zealand, infused with the humor and enthusiasm of its creator. I absolutely recommend it!
JoeMommasCoffee via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/24/19
Really enjoying this podcast. Full of lots of interesting facts but also offers a very honest and balanced telling of different theories and current debates. Thanks for your detailed research and enthusiastic and interesting retelling of the history of Aotearoa!
Louise Alice via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 08/29/19
Kia Kaha
Tegandawn via Apple Podcasts · New Zealand · 08/25/19
This podcast has entertained me and helped me get a picture of the people and places of NZ. I’ve got tickets to visit both islands 10 weeks from now. I’m a history and biology nerd so your work is appreciated. One suggestion is to slow down, decompress or otherwise make clearer the Mauri names...Read full review »
van beren via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/25/19
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