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Growth through kōrero, whānau, and purpose.

The gist

Planting Seeds Podcast is a warm, grounded space for conversations about growth, identity, and living with purpose. Guest wānanga and Grow With Me reflections move between Te Ao Māori, parenting, communication, healing, creativity, and the daily work of becoming more aligned.

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About Planting Seeds Podcast

Planting Seeds Podcast approaches growth as a lived practice, not a tidy self-help formula. Its conversations are spacious, relational, and rooted in the language of whānau, kaupapa, aroha, and purpose. Guest episodes often feel like wānanga around a table. The host makes room for people to explain where they come from, what they carry, and what kind of change they are moving through. D'Angelo Martin speaks about pāpā-hood, identity, family decisions, and the difficult humility of learning what a child needs. Hinerapa Rupuha brings Te Reo Māori, Te Ao Māori, and the quiet surprise of being seen for work that feels normal inside her own world. Kauka'ohu Wahilani connects aloha, Hawaiian identity, sacred lands, and Aotearoa. Tāmati Rākena brings politics, taiao, parenting, self-care, and the everyday courage of being visible as oneself. The Grow With Me episodes shift into a more intimate register. They explore separation, nervous-system triggers, communication, storytelling, bullying, financial pressure, rest, purpose, and the hard process of outgrowing an old self. Short moments land plainly. The longer reflections take their time, circling an idea until it becomes practical. The show is especially strong when it links personal transformation to relationship: with children, partners, land, community, and the mirror. It does not treat healing as private improvement alone. It treats it as something that changes how a person speaks, parents, creates, and contributes. The result is a sincere, culturally grounded personal-growth show for listeners who want vulnerability, humour, and accountability in the same room.

Made for: For listeners drawn to personal growth grounded in Māori perspectives, whānau life, identity work, and reflective conversation. It suits people who prefer lived stories and practical self-inquiry over polished motivational formulas.

What sets it apart: Its strength is the weave of self-development with Te Ao Māori, language, parenting, taiao, and collective responsibility. Personal change is treated as relational, embodied, and culturally situated.

In their own words

This show is an effort to make meaningful conversations accessible for everyone who has a desire to grow, learn and connect.

Te Ao Māoriidentity changewhānau and parentingpurpose and self-knowledgecommunication and storytellingtaiao and sacred landshealing after separationcreativity and community

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Episodes

  1. 1

    Born of the Whenua – Wiremu Wharepapa on Raukūmara Pae Maunga & Māori Well-Being

    ·1h 9m
  2. 2

    EP255 – Navigating the Moana & Life | Hinerapa Rupuha on Purpose, Te Ao Māori & Collective Strength

    ·1h 9m
  3. 3

    EP254 – From Old Identity to New | Navigating Change, Passion & Purpose

    ·15m
  4. 4

    EP253 – From the Streets to Thrifting | Creative Taro on Youth, Thrifting & Identity

    ·1h 18m
  5. 5

    EP252 – Strong Men Feel Too | Emotional Strength | Grow With Me

    ·15m
  6. 6

    EP251 – Telling Our Stories Our Way | Whatanui Flavell on Whaturoa, Identity & Haututū Creatives

    ·1h 5m
  7. 7

    EP250 – Hiki Wairua | Riki Nia Nia on Māori Health, Leadership & Whānau Wellbeing

    ·1h 10m
  8. 8

    EP249 — Inspired by Ironman & the Power of Brotherhood | Grow With Me

    ·14m
  9. 9

    EP248 – Reclaiming Identity & Protecting Sacred Lands | Kaukaohu Wahilani at Waitangi

    ·54m
  10. 10

    EP247 – Feb Reflection, March Direction | Structure Over Overthinking

    ·11m
  11. 11

    EP246 Purpose in Action | Tāmati Rākena on Politics, Taiao & Parenting

    ·49m
  12. 12

    EP245 – Wins, Culture & Consistency | Grow With Me

    ·13m
  13. 13

    EP244 – Strength in Silence | NIX on Lessons from 2025 & Intentions for 2026

    ·20m
  14. 14

    E243 – Finding Your Purpose | Grow With Me

    ·13m
  15. 15

    EP242 – Lessons on Tāne-hood & Parenting | Pio Terei on Culture, Grief & Connection

    ·54m
  16. 16

    EP241 – When Growth Triggers Others | Grow With Me

    ·14m
  17. 17

    EP240 – Leaders of the Now | Rangimarie on Rangatahi Voice & the Future

    ·37m
  18. 18

    EP239 Eru Kapa-Kingi on Te Tiriti & Rangatiratanga – Waitangi 2026

    ·1h 6m
  19. 19

    EP238 — February Reset | A Grow With Me Check-In on Health, Whānau, Mahi & Money

    ·24m
  20. 20

    EP237 — Love, Growth & Real Life | Hinepanea Rewiri on Postpartum, Marriage & Glowing Up

    ·50m
  21. 21

    Fasting, Clarity & Self-Love – A Grow With Me Health Shift

    ·16m
  22. 22

    Back Yourself – A Grow With Me Rampage

    ·10m
  23. 23

    Building Planting Seeds & Two Big Questions | Grow With Me

    ·20m
  24. 24

    Why I’m Choosing Structure Over Goals — Grow With Me

    ·14m
  25. 25

    A Not-So-Happy New Year – How I Met the Trenches & Found My Way Out

    ·27m
  26. 26

    Finding My Voice – How I Learned to Speak with Confidence

    ·24m
  27. 27

    Wanna Heal Stay Real – Kawariki Thompson on Trauma, Breathwork & Healing

    ·1h 20m
  28. 28

    Doing the Uncomfortable – Eru Osborne on Growth, Running 465km & Men’s Mental Health

    ·57m
  29. 29

    Returning to Who We Are – Nick Smith LIVE at Seeds of Life

    ·1h 25m
  30. 30

    From Surviving to Thriving – Dr Ririwai Fox on Māori Psychology & Well-being

    ·1h 27m
  31. 31

    Tangata Moana - Tamahau Tangitu on Waka, Navigation & Self Discovery

    ·1h 7m
  32. 32

    Growing Through the Hard Seasons – A Journey Back to Purpose

    ·34m
  33. 33

    The Path of Self-Discovery – Harmonious Ra on Creating Space, Love & Abundance

    ·1h 15m
  34. 34

    Embracing the Fire – Te Ururangi on Growth, Forgiveness & Transformation

    ·1h 3m
  35. 35

    Love Through Loss – Pouwhitinui Te Hau on Losing His Son & Finding Strength

    ·1h 26m
  36. 36

    Building Better Futures – Waata Heathcote on Waiariki Whānau Mentoring and Māori Well-Being

    ·1h 28m
  37. 37

    EP256 – Outgrowing Your Old Self | Grow With Me

    ·14m
  38. 38

    Designing Through Culture – Matekitātahi Rawiri on Māori Architecture & Life Balance

    ·1h 7m
  39. 39

    The See-Saw of Life – Pāpā Wharawera on Rugby, Resilience & Healing

    ·2h 34m
  40. 40

    Resilience & Healing – Tom Hern on His Hero’s Journey

    ·1h 13m
  41. 41

    Bali & The Power of Frequency | Grow With Me EP2

    ·13m
  42. 42

    The YOUKNOW Story – Joe Webb on Clothing, Community & Content

    ·53m
  43. 43

    Grow With Me - EP1

    ·24m
  44. 44

    Circle of Brothers – Connor Watene-O’Sullivan on Tāne Well-being, Vulnerability

    ·55m
  45. 45

    How Te Reo Māori & Culture Nurture Well-Being – Dr Jeremy Tātere MacLeod

    ·46m
  46. 46

    Safe Man, Safe Families – Phil Paikea on Healing & the Power of Change

    ·42m
  47. 47

    Soften Up Bro – Heemi Kapa-Kingi on the Māui Complex & Men’s Healing

    ·54m
  48. 48

    We All Have a Place in This World – Healing, Hui Tāne & the Heart of Hone Harawira

    ·53m
  49. 49

    How One Decision in 2016 Changed Everything | Solo Session EP1

    ·15m
  50. 50

    We Can Be Whatever We Want – The Grit & Growth of Taurus Taurima | Planting Seeds Podcast

    ·35m
  51. 51

    Normalising the Wins – Joe Daymond on Life, Men's Mental Health & Showing Up Authentically

    ·1h 2m
  52. 52

    Finding Your Enough – Kelly-Aroha Huata on Fearlessness, Whānau & Financial Empowerment

    ·50m
  53. 53

    The Small Things

    ·13m
  54. 54

    Awakening the Taniwha – Rawhitiroa Bosch on Waitangi & the Hīkoi for Te Tiriti

    ·39m
  55. 55

    Passing the Torch to the Next Generation – Hone Harawira on Waitangi, Activism & Change

    ·36m
  56. 56

    Breaking Cycles & Healing Toxic Fuel Toxic – Jase Te Patu on Healing & Growth

    ·1h 3m
  57. 57

    Food Forest & Personal Growth w/ Byron

    ·59m
  58. 58

    The Hunger to Be Māori – Mark Kopua

    ·48m
  59. 59

    The Power of Reconnection - Jana Hihi

    ·30m
  60. 60

    The Man Behind The Lens - Tama Hutana

    ·29m
  61. 61

    Being a Change Agent - Kelly Burns

    ·37m
  62. 62

    Lessons From 2024

    ·18m
  63. 63

    All Things Maramataka - Rikki Soloman

    ·1h 11m
  64. 64

    Being Ourselves IS The Change - Hinemoa Jone

    ·39m
  65. 65

    Healing & Whānau Impact - Carrie Savage

    ·45m
  66. 66

    Indigenous Rights & Justice - Tina Ngata

    ·58m
  67. 67

    Everyone Has Legend In Them - Te Hāmua Nikora

    ·47m
  68. 68

    Diving Deep into Māori Healing - Doctor Diana Kopua

    ·1h 4m
  69. 69

    Embracing Obstacles - Nick Smith

    ·1h 1m
  70. 70

    Māmā Life w/ My Darling Wife: A Journey Through Motherhood, Marriage, and Growth

    ·52m
  71. 71

    We're Still Here - Te Wehi Preston

    ·1h 11m
  72. 72

    Clarity and Purpose: Simple Questions, Powerful Shifts

    ·13m
  73. 73

    The Gift That Keeps On Giving - Te Kanapu Anasta

    ·59m
  74. 74

    Seeds of Matariki: Tame Malcolm

    ·46m
  75. 75

    Seeds of Matariki: Hohepa Tuahine

    ·53m
  76. 76

    Seeds of Matariki: Diana Kopua

    ·1h 3m
  77. 77

    Seeds of Matariki: Mark Kopua

    ·1h 1m
  78. 78

    Seeds of Matariki: Rangi Matamua

    ·50m
  79. 79

    Seeds of Matariki: Whirimako Black

    ·49m
  80. 80

    Seeds of Matariki: Hikooterangi Curtis

    ·55m
  81. 81

    Seeds of Matariki: Eru Kapa-Kingi

    ·47m
  82. 82

    Seeds of Matariki: Kristin Ross

    ·56m
  83. 83

    We're Back!!

    ·7m
  84. 84

    Broke But Dreaming

    ·10m
  85. 85

    Brad Rapira - Being a Lion

    ·1h 22m
  86. 86

    Doing The Work

    ·11m
  87. 87

    Talking Fatherhood - Full Circle

    ·1h 10m
  88. 88

    Being a Pāpā

    ·12m
  89. 89

    Goals, Intentions & Life - Full Circle

    ·1h 10m
  90. 90

    Try Something New

    ·12m
  91. 91

    Health is Wealth

    ·12m
  92. 92

    Relationships Are Hard

    ·13m
  93. 93

    Growth is Scary - Newsletter Series

    ·11m
  94. 94

    Brad Kora - Talking L.A.B, The Music Industry & His Love For Jiujitsu

    ·54m
  95. 95

    Matt Brown - She Is Not Your Rehab

    ·57m
  96. 96

    Papa Wetini Mitai - Navigate Your Path & Pull People By Being The Example

    ·41m
  97. 97

    Lessons From 2022 & My 4 Principals For 2023

    ·12m
  98. 98

    Siobahn Samuels - Opportunities Everywhere If You're Open To Them

    ·40m
  99. 99

    My Story, My Strength – Grow With Me Communication Series

    The host introduces a series on communication and storytelling, sharing his personal story of overcoming bullying and financial struggles to inspire others.

    ·50m
  100. 100

    I AM ENOUGH - A Grow With Me Episode on Remembering My Value

    A solo episode about remembering self-worth, authenticity, and growth through recent revelations and a weekend wananga.

    ·29m
  101. 101

    EP257 – From Humour to Purpose | D'Angelo Martin on Pāpā-hood, Identity & Life Changes

    Hidden gem

    Planting Seeds Podcast EP257 follows D'Angelo Martin from Taipā/Koraia to Tāmaki Makaurau, and the talk centers on Māori identity, fatherhood, and purpose.

    Apr 13, 2026·1h 12m·5 clips
  102. 102

    EP256 – Outgrowing Your Old Self | Grow With Me

    The host reflects on having space after a hectic month, using it to look deeper into his purpose and self, inspired by Joe Dispenza's quote on self-knowledge.

    Apr 9, 2026·14m
  103. 103

    EP255 – Navigating the Moana & Life | Hinerapa Rupuha on Purpose, Te Ao Māori & Collective Strength

    Hidden gem

    Planting Seeds Podcast EP255 features Hinerapa Rupuha discussing Te Ao Māori, te reo Māori, voyaging, and her changing definition of success.

    Apr 6, 2026·1h 9m·4 clips
  104. 104

    EP254 – From Old Identity to New | Navigating Change, Passion & Purpose

    The host addresses community questions about transitioning from an old identity to a new one, focusing on the emotional and physiological challenges of change.

    Apr 2, 2026·15m·1 clip
  105. 105

    EP253 – From the Streets to Thrifting | Creative Taro on Youth, Thrifting & Identity

    Creative Taro discusses his journey from the streets to thrifting, exploring youth, identity, and Māori culture in the Waikato region.

    Mar 30, 2026·1h 18m
  106. 106

    EP252 – Strong Men Feel Too | Emotional Strength | Grow With Me

    Mar 26, 2026·15m
  107. 107

    EP251 – Telling Our Stories Our Way | Whatanui Flavell on Whaturoa, Identity & Haututū Creatives

    Mar 23, 2026·1h 5m
  108. 108

    EP250 – Hiki Wairua | Riki Nia Nia on Māori Health, Leadership & Whānau Wellbeing

    Mar 16, 2026·1h 10m
  109. 109

    EP249 — Inspired by Ironman & the Power of Brotherhood | Grow With Me

    Mar 12, 2026·14m
  110. 110

    EP248 – Reclaiming Identity & Protecting Sacred Lands | Kaukaohu Wahilani at Waitangi

    Hidden gem

    Kauka'ohu Wahilani says he stopped using “Eric” because the name had no substance to his family or ʻāina, and he ties that to a larger reclamation of Kanaka identity.

    Mar 9, 2026·54m·3 clips
  111. 111

    EP247 – Feb Reflection, March Direction | Structure Over Overthinking

    Mar 5, 2026·11m
  112. 112

    EP246 Purpose in Action | Tāmati Rākena on Politics, Taiao & Parenting

    Hidden gem

    Planting Seeds Podcast episode EP246 features Tāmati Rākena discussing Waitangi Week, Māori wards, papakāinga, taiao enterprise, hauora, and parenting.

    Mar 2, 2026·49m·3 clips
  113. 113

    EP245 – Wins, Culture & Consistency | Grow With Me

    Feb 26, 2026·13m
  114. 114

    EP244 – Strength in Silence | NIX on Lessons from 2025 & Intentions for 2026

    Feb 23, 2026·20m
  115. 115

    E243 – Finding Your Purpose | Grow With Me

    Feb 19, 2026·13m
  116. 116

    EP242 – Lessons on Tāne-hood & Parenting | Pio Terei on Culture, Grief & Connection

    Feb 16, 2026·54m
  117. 117

    EP241 – When Growth Triggers Others | Grow With Me

    Feb 12, 2026·14m
  118. 118

    EP240 – Leaders of the Now | Rangimarie on Rangatahi Voice & the Future

    Feb 9, 2026·37m
  119. 119

    EP239 Eru Kapa-Kingi on Te Tiriti & Rangatiratanga – Waitangi 2026

    Feb 6, 2026·1h 6m
  120. 120

    EP238 — February Reset | A Grow With Me Check-In on Health, Whānau, Mahi & Money

    Feb 2, 2026·24m
  121. 121

    EP237 — Love, Growth & Real Life | Hinepanea Rewiri on Postpartum, Marriage & Glowing Up

    Jan 28, 2026·50m
  122. 122

    Fasting, Clarity & Self-Love – A Grow With Me Health Shift

    Jan 26, 2026·16m
  123. 123

    Back Yourself – A Grow With Me Rampage

    Jan 22, 2026·10m
  124. 124

    Building Planting Seeds & Two Big Questions | Grow With Me

    Jan 19, 2026·20m
  125. 125

    Why I’m Choosing Structure Over Goals — Grow With Me

    Jan 15, 2026·14m
  126. 126

    A Not-So-Happy New Year – How I Met the Trenches & Found My Way Out

    Jan 12, 2026·27m
  127. 127

    Finding My Voice – How I Learned to Speak with Confidence

    Planting Seeds Podcast’s “Finding My Voice” episode argues that knowing your story can help you connect with people and speak confidently.

    Dec 18, 2025·24m·1 clip
  128. 128

    Wanna Heal Stay Real – Kawariki Thompson on Trauma, Breathwork & Healing

    Dec 15, 2025·1h 20m
  129. 129

    My Story, My Strength – Grow With Me Communication Series

    The host introduces a series on communication and storytelling, sharing his personal story of overcoming bullying and financial struggles to inspire others.

    Dec 11, 2025·50m
  130. 130

    Doing the Uncomfortable – Eru Osborne on Growth, Running 465km & Men’s Mental Health

    Dec 8, 2025·57m
  131. 131

    I AM ENOUGH - A Grow With Me Episode on Remembering My Value

    A solo episode about remembering self-worth, sharing recent revelations, and reflecting on a weekend wananga with like-minded people.

    Dec 4, 2025·29m
  132. 132

    Returning to Who We Are – Nick Smith LIVE at Seeds of Life

    Dec 1, 2025·1h 25m
  133. 133

    From Surviving to Thriving – Dr Ririwai Fox on Māori Psychology & Well-being

    Nov 27, 2025·1h 27m
  134. 134

    Tangata Moana - Tamahau Tangitu on Waka, Navigation & Self Discovery

    Nov 24, 2025·1h 7m
  135. 135

    Growing Through the Hard Seasons – A Journey Back to Purpose

    Nov 20, 2025·34m
  136. 136

    The Path of Self-Discovery – Harmonious Ra on Creating Space, Love & Abundance

    Nov 17, 2025·1h 15m
  137. 137

    Embracing the Fire – Te Ururangi on Growth, Forgiveness & Transformation

    Nov 13, 2025·1h 3m
  138. 138

    Love Through Loss – Pouwhitinui Te Hau on Losing His Son & Finding Strength

    Nov 10, 2025·1h 26m
  139. 139

    Building Better Futures – Waata Heathcote on Waiariki Whānau Mentoring and Māori Well-Being

    Nov 6, 2025·1h 28m
  140. 140

    Born of the Whenua – Wiremu Wharepapa on Raukūmara Pae Maunga & Māori Well-Being

    Nov 3, 2025·1h 9m
  141. 141

    Designing Through Culture – Matekitātahi Rawiri on Māori Architecture & Life Balance

    Oct 29, 2025·1h 7m
  142. 142

    The See-Saw of Life – Pāpā Wharawera on Rugby, Resilience & Healing

    Oct 27, 2025·2h 34m
  143. 143

    Resilience & Healing – Tom Hern on His Hero’s Journey

    Sep 21, 2025·1h 13m
  144. 144

    Bali & The Power of Frequency | Grow With Me EP2

    Sep 18, 2025·13m
  145. 145

    The YOUKNOW Story – Joe Webb on Clothing, Community & Content

    Sep 7, 2025·53m
  146. 146

    Grow With Me - EP1

    Aug 24, 2025·24m
  147. 147

    Circle of Brothers – Connor Watene-O’Sullivan on Tāne Well-being, Vulnerability

    Aug 13, 2025·55m
  148. 148

    How Te Reo Māori & Culture Nurture Well-Being – Dr Jeremy Tātere MacLeod

    Aug 5, 2025·46m
  149. 149

    Safe Man, Safe Families – Phil Paikea on Healing & the Power of Change

    Jul 28, 2025·42m
  150. 150

    Soften Up Bro – Heemi Kapa-Kingi on the Māui Complex & Men’s Healing

    Jul 19, 2025·54m