The TAHI Podcast
The TAHI Podcast features rangatahi-focused kōrero with local creatives and newsmakers. It has now finished but you can access every episode here or on your favourite podcast app.
Episodes
The End
We say it all in the audio!Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
The Usual Suspects
The Usual SuspectsGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Episode 246
Episode 246Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Episode 245
Episode 245Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Rizvan & Greta Van Den Brink
Rizvan & Greta Van Den BrinkGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
MoeJoe & Rei
MoeJoe & ReiGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Kia Kanuta & Lottie
Kia Kanuta & LottieGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Caru & Local Election Results
We have a bloody good yarn with Caru who talks to us about The Others Way. making music with friends and his upcoming shows.
Bathurst, Local Elections and Ironmans all discussed.
The TAHI, get listening!Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Mohi & Liberty
A guest who has been on the TAHI wishlist since we started Mohi joins us to chat with Waimirirangi
We debate the VTNZ driver licencse bribing news.
Singer Songwriter Liberty talks about her move up country and upcoming showsGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Puāwai & Mazbou Q
It's Mental Health Awareness Week so we have some important chats including with our gurst from Puāwai.
Mazbou Q joins us in studio to catch up
We recap the NRL Grand FinalGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Lou'ana & Isla Noon
We start this episode with some important news for you about The TAHI
Friends Lou'ana and Isla Noon are in studio for chats
plus the usual amount of laughs and the latest in newsGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Bird of the Year Winner
Why are not all members of the team happy about the winner?
Also Janay talks us through last weekends UFC and there's a lot to talk about!Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Sahota Vision & Sollyy, Zion Garcia and iPod
Sahota Vision & Sollyy, Zion Garcia and iPodGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Harper Finn
Returning to the country and for his second chat on The TAHI Podcast is the incredible Harper Finn who has new music, new shows and as always wisdom to bless us with.
Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Te Manahau & Stacey Morrison
Hei whakanui i te 50 tau o Te Wiki o te Reo Māori, i noho tahi a Te Manahau rāua ko Stacey Morrison ki te kōrero ki a Waimirirangi. Waihoki, i tino whakamīharo a So’omālō rāua ko Janay ki ngā whaikōrero a ngā Manu Kōrero, e whakanui ana i te 60 tau o taua whakataetae.
English transcriptions for today’s interview are available on YouTube at 'tahiFM' Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Hana Mereraiha & Mirage
Ngā mihi o Te Wiki o te Reo Māori! Ko Hana Mereraiha te manuhiri tuatahi o te rā nei. He mātanga reo, ā, he tino toa hoki i ngā mahi whakamāori i te ao puoro me ngā mahi auaha. Ko Ben nō te pēne Mirage te manuhiri tuarua, ā, i kōrero ia mō ā rātou puoro hou. Waihoki, ka whai kēmu reo Māori mātou!Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Eugene Bareman & Flynn Adamson
We welcome back friend of the show Eugene Bareman and chat about the latest in his world.
We also chat to Flynn Adamson who alongside his own music is also hosting events to showcase other young local talent.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Jessica Leigh
Jessica Leigh joins us in studio to chat about her latest single and upcoming music pursuits.
The team updates you on recent events including the baseball Karen from all over the internet Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
IVY & Mila Vandelle
We speak with Dunedin band IVY about all things being insanely cool indie rockers.
We're lucky to have Mila Vandelle visit for one of her first ever interviews after her debut release.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
92wrld & Salem Māhia
We have chats with both 92wrld and Salem Māhia and have some team debates around the Polish CEO who in the viral clip online took a tennis players gifted hat out of the hands of a child Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Ah Tua & MAYJUN
In this episode we celebrate New Zealand Fashion Week chatting to the team behind the Pacific Fusion Fashion Show
Friend of the show Hales come in to chat his project with a couple of mates called MAYJUN who have brand new music out tonightGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Autaia & Dani Kionasina
We recap 2025's Pacific Music Awards and play you back our chat with one of the nights big winners
Janay tells us about her time down south and we chat to some awesome creativesGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Pacific Music Awards Preview
We look forward to the Pacific Music Awards that are going down tonight.
TAHI_FM on all social medias will be the place to keep up with all the going-ons!Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
MIkeyy
We may be missing two of our friends for this episode but we have a very good episode for you.
Mikeyy a TAHI team favorite is in chatting new music and shows
We discuss those PSA messages that have stuck with us even if they haven't been advertised in years. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Ruel & TîMMY the FIRST
We were stoked to have Ruel drop into studio on his flying visit to Aotearoa. Janay and him chat new music and more.
Returning after his first interview 2 years ago TîMMY the FIRST has been busy and we hear all about it Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Myshaan & Tafatolu Cast
Myshaan drives up from Kirikiriroa/Hamilton to chat with us about his travels and new music.
Janay sits down with cast members of the porduction Tafatolu to hear about what can be expected from thier basement theater run this week.
We also make our predictions for the next Obama playlist!Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
NO CIGAR & arielwose
We chat with Josh from NO CIGAR who have been a force in the rock scene since covid times!
arielwose returns and tells us about her upcoming trip to New Plymouth to spread her music across the motuGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Yeah The Girls
Janay and Waimirirangi have a fun show for you talking about all the different phases you go through when doing self-care, The purchases someone attempted to make with a TAHI team members stolen card and moreGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
The Collective & E ngaro ana koe
We catch you up on the 8.8 Magnitude Earthquake and the fallout taht was felt even here in Aoetearoa.
We have guests from the dance and stage worlds in studio to hear about their accomplishments.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Son & Water
Janay gets to sit down with Father Son duo Son & Water to hear about how they started and new music.
We pay tribute to an absolute legend Fiji who tragically passed recently Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Majic, Butter & Board Games
We dive into the news on butter again to hear the latest updates.
Returning guest Majic catches up with Janay on new music Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Soph & Indy - Stars of This Is Wheel Life & Lehali
We are so happy to be catching up with our mates Soph & Indy who just launched season 2 of This is Wheel Life which you can watch on TAHI!
Also a return to the studio for Lehali who has new music to tell us about
Janay has a morning with her words but to be honest, what is new?Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Where's Jai & Imani-J
We have Where's Jai in to chat about their debut album release and tour of the country.
Young Superstar Imani-J visits before her trip to write music in the USA
We also talk plants and escape rooms!Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Made You Look & ASHA
We play you back Janay's chat with Made You Look recorded at an Auckland boxing gym as the music and combat sports collide.
So'omalo introduces you to ASHA an incredible singer songwriter.
We also hear from friend of the show Layla about the success of the Black Sox softball team.
Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Tyrun & Greatsouth
Music friends Tyrun and Greatsouth return to the TAHI to tell us about their latest pursuits plus State of Origin and Silver Scrolls ChatGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
DJ Algoodie & Sports Chat
DJ Algoodie & Sports ChatGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Sam V & Kiwi's at Glastonbury
The charasmatic Sam V is in studio to catch up. We love Sam!
We talk about the incredible local talent who were playing at this years Glastonbury Festival
We check in with Janay who is spending a lot of her time replying to group chats...Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Jordyn With A Why & CRYSTAL
Has Alvin and the Chipmunks guided modern music?
CRYSTAL and Jordyn With A Why join us to chat thier latest music
Love Island is a must watch this year!Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
MELODOWNZ & Canaan Ene
We are joined in studio by incredible guests MELODOWNZ & Canaan Ene
The team search for a good news story and have a very hard time!Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Nyrene Crowley & dān dān 丹丹
The team catches up after Matariki Weekend, as well as recap the Pacific Music Award 2025 Finalists announcements from lastnight. In studio guest appearances from Pro MMA Fighter out of City Kickboxing Nyrene Crowley, and singer/songwriter dān dān 丹丹. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Parekaia Tapiata & Rei
Matariki is upon us and we walk you through some ways to celebrate it.
Parekaia Taipata & Rei are our special guests for this episode
Manawatia a Matariki!Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Sam Cullen & Valere
We have Sam Cullen and Valere in the studio talking their latest musical ventures.
Janay lets us know some Matariki events you can head to
What is your nickname for your partner. Some of ours will make you laugh !Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Kings & Geneva AM
We catch up with friend of the show KINGS who catches us up on his music career and his side hustle of being a backup dancer.
Geneva AM makes the trip to the TAHI studio from Waiheke Island and talks about her upcoming projects.
Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Tee Hao-Aickin & Vitinia
This is one of our favorite type of show on the TAHI chatting with young musicians about their debut releases!
Tee Hao-Aickin chats her debut solo single as tee.
Vitinia talks to us about her debut album.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Lucy Gray & Latafale Allyssa Verner-Pula
Latafale Allyssa Verner-Pula joins So'omalo to talk about Samoan Language Week and her new podcast!
Lucy Gray is in town and chats to Janay about upcoming shows and new music.
We intervene with Janay about what she said to Six60...
Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
AMA Recap, Play It Strange & SNARE
A packed show on The TAHI today !
We celebrate Samoan Language Week with artist SNARE and also chat his music! - The 2025 theme for Samoan Language Week is ‘Ia malu lou sā. Folau i lagimā – A well-grounded self, is a successful self’. So'omalo chats to SNARE about his music
We chat to young artist Sienna about her play it strange winning song aswell as Steph from Play It strange about all thi
ELENA & The Early 20's
ELENA is in to talk to Janay about her latest musical adventures.
Harry chats to Adam from The Early 20's who have seen some great success on their latest single.
We get ready for the AMA's which are this ThursdayGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Priya Sami & Sophie-Maude
Priya Sami is in studio to tell us about the Official NZ Music Month Summit
Tauranga Artist Sophie-Maude is up in Auckland working with artists and came to talk to us about it and her music journey so far Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Paige & Courtney from imagineNATIVE
We catch up with the incredible Paige as she has a new song out this Friday and is taking a little look back on her career to date.
Courtney from ImagineNATIVE talks to Waimirirangi about her Mahi and upcoming events. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Aaron Tau & Kylee De Their
We get ready for Pink Shirt day this Friday with a chat with ambassador Kylee De Their
Janay chops it up with Aaron Tau about his journey in MMA
Happy Thursday!
Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Phoebe Rings
So'omalo chats to Alex from Phoebe Rings about an exciting north america tour aswell as their new music
Janay tells us about her new work force and the jobs they have done for her
Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
EDY & Timprovise
We are joined instudio by the tiktok livestream viral king EDY to chat about all the recent celebraties joining his live production sessions
The super funny Timprovise is doing standup comedy amongst many other things and we hear about it!Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
RNZŌ & Talia Perese
Emerging artist Talia Perese talks about her massive viral moment with So'omālō. Janay finally gets the chance to sit down with hip-hop artist RNZŌ about his music and Aotearoa Music Award nomination. The team also cover everything from Homegrowns big move, to fighting a gorilla. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Te Marama Puoro O Aotearoa
We celebrate the start of Te Marama Puoro O Aotearoa 2025
So'omalo tells about his IMAX experience
Janay wants us to hear her out again...Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
TheWesternGuide & Jack Panther
We are joined by two inspiring artist each paving their way in the music industry both locally and internationally in Jack Panther and TheWesternGuide
So'omalo talks about his strong preferences on dishes roles
And Janay has caught herself apologizing to technology againGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
CHAII & Jawsh 685
On maybe the most star studded episode of The TAHI podcast ever just after our 2nd year anniversary we welcome to the studio both 6 time AMA nominated CHAII and catch up with the young legend Jawsh 685 about life since his viral breakthrough and his recent new musicGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Jujulipps and Samoa Stories
The crew is all back together so we catch up with So'omalo on his activities over the last couple of weeks.
We have an amazing returning guest Jujulipps who fills us in on her finalist achievement at the Aotearoa Music Awards and what she has been up to since we last chattedGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Javiyah Nikoia and The Taite Music Prize Recap
Waimirirangi sits down with Singer & Songwriter Javiyah Nikoia who has seen strong success on their musical debut
Janay Recaps her experience at the 2025 Taite Music Prize including the performances and winners
We get ready to celebrate TAHI's 2nd birthday!Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Erin G & Top Shelf
We are joined by young guests Top Shelf who are releasing music after their winning efforts at Smokefree Rockquest.
Waimirirangi chats to Erin G about her new music and cultural identity
Janay had a rather unprepared exercise heavy weekend Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Isla Noon, Wet Denim & Super Rugby Aupiki Preview
We have a loaded show of guests!
With shows this weekend and new music out (or coming out) we have the amazing Isla Noon and the ultra cool Wet Denim in for music yarns
Janay also heads down to chat to members of the Blues Women's side ahead of their Super Rugby Aupiki final this SaturdayGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Polyfest Recap with Coco Lance
Today we chat with RNZ Pacific Journalist Coco Lance about her experience at Polyfest
We help (or make more confusing) daylight savings for you
And should Chat GPT be your Therapist?
All this and more on the latest episode of The TAHI Podcast!Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Theo Shakes & Rebekah Stowers
So'omālō is back and preparing the team for the Taite Music Prize and Janay talks about the grim reality of a cats loyalty. Theo Shakes is in studio talking about his upcoming play, and Rebekah Stowers shares her experience as a Pasifika Model! Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Rokkō Island
Janay and Waimirirangi host you for today's episode
Joined by guest Rokko Island to talk his music journey
And also talking about the joys of moving house including rats?Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
PANIA & IAC
We have some cool out of town guests visit us for some yarns.
So'omalo catches up with a guest he's interviewed before IAC Music and Janay meets PANIA who has been making a stir the last few years with her powerful releases!
Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Lou'ana & The Cast of Love; Mum
The Cast of Love Mum join us ahead of kicking off the last shows of their tour in Auckland
The Dazzling Lou'ana chats with Janay about her latest music
We hear more reasons why So'omalo isn't a fan of robotsGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
JUGA & Jason Suttie
We catch up with JUGA who has a new single out and hear about what she has been up to since winning the 2023 edition of Stand Up Stand Out,
Jason Suttie joins us ahead of the latest King In The Ring
Plus we welcome back Janay after a few episodes offGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
George Villa & Team Pineula
We talk Waka Ama with two young superstars from Team Pineula
George Villa tells us about his new single out this Friday!
So'omalo tells us about his time down at WOMAD
Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Can Robots Serve Ramen Correctly?
We are asking the big questions!
How do we feel about HDMI cords in 2025?
Should you get a tattoo of your partners name
All this and more!Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Planet Vegeta & Island Vibes
We catch up with NZ artists Planet Vegeta & Island VIbes
So'omalo talks about his splurge at the arcade
We recap Pasifika FestivalGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
MELODOWNZ & RIIKI REID
The team look forward to the weekend with Pasifika Festival going down as well as it being International Women's Day this Sunday
We catch up with awesome artists MELODOWNZ and RIIKI REIDGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Luana Gordon & blindr
Luana Gordon & blindr join us in studio to talk about their new music!
Janay gives tips on how to avoid the 'Sunday Scaries'
And we talk about what is the highest praise you can get from your barber.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Sahota Vision & Dani Josie
Today on the show Janay meets sibling duo Sahota Vision to chat about their new waiata ‘What You Want’, 19-year-old pop-punk-country artist Dani Josie chats with Harry about her latest milestones, and we share some silly tips and tricks to de-escalate a physical confrontation.
Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Aidan Fine & Club Ruby
From toes to Te Matatini, this episode has it all, including guest appearances from Club Ruby and Aidan Fine, check it out!Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Foley & Emily Bateman
On today's episode Harry catches up with Gabe & Ash from Foley to talk about their new album, Janay speaks to Emily Bateman ahead of her track 'What a Dream' releasing Feb 21 and Miri gives you some do's and don'ts for your haka tautoko. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Yeah The Girls Show featuring Makayla
Today on the show party master Harry pitches his Survivor themed birthday, Janay schools us on the sneaky tricks of modern scammers, and Waimirirangi has a kōrero with emerging artist Makayla about her new single ‘Nature of Love’. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Nepia Takuira-Mira, Cam Mansel & Te Rawhitiroa Bosch
Got guests? we do! 3 incredible ones join us today to chat about their projects and we search our homes for limited edition Harry Potter Books that have been selling for thousands?Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Antonia Robinson & Waitangi Day Activity Recap
Today on the show RNZ Te Ao Māori Longform Journalist Ella Stewart is back to share some key moments from this years Waitangi, rising actor Antonia Robinson also joins us to talk about her role in new film Tinā, and we reveal our hidden talents.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Waitangi Day with Tu Natanahira
It's Waitangi Day, and it's also our second week back so we felt talking a day off might be pushing it. We're joined on the show by RNZ Māori News Journalist, Tu Natanahira, who's reporting from Waitangi, and Janay breaks down what the day means to her.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Alayna & Grammy's Recap
Another Tuesday, Another Episode! So'omalo sits down with alayna to talk about her first single in over a year, Janay discovers she has gone viral on TikTok, and Harry comes to grips with the Luka Doncic/Anthony Davis trade. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
First Week Wrapped
Remember $2 shops? we're talking true $2 only stores, So'omalo does and he wants to tell you all about them. Janay debut's her new segment hear me out and she might of convinced us on a new workplace feature!Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
