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Learn Cook Islands Māori

Tom Harrison and Junior Charlie

Planning a trip to Rarotonga? You could just land, sip a cocktail, and nod politely at the locals while having zero clue what they’re saying. Or you could actually learn some Cook Islands Māori and stop pretending. Tom and Charlie deliver bite-sized lessons that sneak the language into your head without the boring classroom vibe. From formal phrases that’ll impress the aunties, to casual talk for everyday life, to the kind of slang your grandma would definitely disapprove of! Book your seat (or

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00:05:19

Bonus 153.5 - Recording the perfect episode is HARD!

Learn Cook Islands Māori ·

2025/12/03

Kia Orana all! This is a light-hearted update episode where I return to the mic and talk openly about juggling adulthood, the rush toward Christmas, and the pressure to make everything perfect. I share why consistency matters more than perfection and outline a renewed focus on delivering regular content. Lets go!!Meet the boys from Kuki Learning, Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison. Their mission? Keeping the Cook Islands Māori language and culture alive (because if they don’t, who will…Google

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00:11:28

Lesson 153 - Common kitchen items

Learn Cook Islands Māori ·

2025/09/30

Bring me the ____? Apai mai te____?Pot/pan = pāni frying pan = varai pāniPlate = merekiCup = kapuFork = kokaiKnife = tipiSpoon = tipunuLid = papaniOven = umuFridge/freezer = pia anuanu/pia akaanuanuMeet the boys from Kuki Learning, Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison. Their mission? Keeping the Cook Islands Māori language and culture alive (because if they don’t, who will…Google Translate?). Both grew up in sunny Aitutaki, but their family ties stretch across Rarotonga, Aitutaki, Atiu, Mauke, and

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00:05:22

Lesson 152 - 13 Facts about the Cook Islands

Learn Cook Islands Māori ·

2025/09/29

Meet the boys from Kuki Learning, Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison. Their mission? Keeping the Cook Islands Māori language and culture alive (because if they don’t, who will…Google Translate?). Both grew up in sunny Aitutaki, but their family ties stretch across Rarotonga, Aitutaki, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. Basically, they’ve got more island connections than Air Raro flight routes.These days, they’re based in Aotearoa New Zealand, where they juggle real life with their side hustle of teaching

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00:04:49

Bonus 151.5 - "Know your heritage" with Danny Mataroa

Learn Cook Islands Māori ·

2025/09/20

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,

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00:11:15

Lesson 151 - Introduction Practice (Very Basic)

Learn Cook Islands Māori ·

2025/09/16

Ready to sound like you actually know what you’re saying in Māori? In this episode, we cover the essentials: saying hello without looking awkward, asking “How are you?” (and actually knowing how to reply), introducing yourself like a pro, and even asking where someone’s from without sounding like a stalker. Oh, and we’ll wrap it up with a couple of handy exits: “That’s enough” and “See ya.”I’ll say each phrase nice and slow, leave space for you to repeat (yes, out loud ; don’t just sit there

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00:03:56

Bonus 150.5 - "I'm a warrior of the Cook Islands!"...

Learn Cook Islands Māori ·

2025/09/12

We 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

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00:07:32

Lesson 150 - Common clothing items

Learn Cook Islands Māori ·

2025/09/09

Where's your ____? Tei’ea toou ____?Shirt = ponaT-Shirt = piriaroPants = piripou roaroaShorts = piripouHat = pareJacket/Coat = pereueSocks = totiniShoes = tamakaJoin 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

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00:07:20

Lesson 149 - Parts of the Body: Inside

Learn Cook Islands Māori ·

2025/09/02

Where’s the _____ ? = Tei’ea te _____?Brain = roroLungs = atemāmāHeart = pukuatuBlood = totoBone = iviUrine = mimiFaeces = tutaeEarwax = taringa pataSweat = ‘ouJoin 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

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00:10:42

Lesson 148 - Parts of the Body: Head

Learn Cook Islands Māori ·

2025/08/31

Hair = rouru, (rauru)Eye = mataEyes = ngā mataEar = taringaMouth = va’aCheek = paparingaChin = tāngaTeeth = ni’oTongue = areroBeard = uruuru ta’a, (uruuru va’a)Neck = kāki, (karaponga)Nose = putāngio, (puteao)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

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00:04:47

Bonus 147.5 - "Our language is being challenged" with...

Learn Cook Islands Māori ·

2025/08/17

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,

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00:09:11

Lesson 147 - Parts of the Body: General

Learn Cook Islands Māori ·

2025/08/15

My (hand) hurts/My (hand) is sore = Mamae toku (rima).Head = katu (Rarotonga dialect)Head = upoko (Aitutaki dialect)Shoulders = pakuiviStomach = kopuBack = mokotua (Rarotonga dialect)Back = tautua (Aitutaki dialect)Arm/Hands = rimafinger nails = mangamanga rimaLegs/feet = vaevae Toe nails = mangamanga vaevaeKnees = turiBum = toe (Rarotonga dialect)Bum = kitikiti (Aitutaki dialect)Join the team at ⁠Kuki Learning⁠ as they work to keep the Cook Islands Māori language and culture alive; and share it

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00:05:19

Lesson 146 - Saying “My (body part) hurts”

Learn Cook Islands Māori ·

2025/08/12

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

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00:05:29

Bonus 145.5 - Why say “Cook Islands” before “Māori”?

Learn Cook Islands Māori ·

2025/08/09

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,

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00:05:36

Lesson 145 - Saying “I am hot”

Learn Cook Islands Māori ·

2025/08/08

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 Cook

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00:03:11

Bonus 144.5 - "Don't be afraid to make mistakes" with...

Learn Cook Islands Māori ·

2025/08/08

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,

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00:05:45

Lesson 144 - Saying “I am cold”

Learn Cook Islands Māori ·

2025/08/07

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 Cook

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00:00:52

Bonus 143.5 - The Ode of Remembrance in Cook Islands’...

Learn Cook Islands Māori ·

2025/08/06

Online 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 the going down of the sun and in the morning,We will remember them.Join the team at ⁠Kuki Learning⁠ as they work to keep the Cook

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00:05:15

Lesson 143 - Saying “I am sick”

Learn Cook Islands Māori ·

2025/08/06

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

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00:07:03

Lesson 142 - Saying “Go away/Get lost”

Learn Cook Islands Māori ·

2025/08/05

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

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00:00:48

Bonus 141.5 - The Ode of Remembrance in Cook Islands’...

Learn Cook Islands Māori ·

2025/08/04

Interpreted 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 morningWe will remember them.Join the team at ⁠Kuki Learning⁠ as they work to keep the Cook Islands Māori language and culture

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