Pio Terei on cultural crossroads, parenthood and more

Join us on this candid journey with Pio Terei, a revered comedian, actor, and two-decade veteran at The Parenting Place. With a twinkle in his eye and a wealth of experience, Pio speaks about living between the Māori and Pākehā worlds, painting a vivid picture of New Zealand's societal evolution. We traverse topics that dig deep into the heart of our daily lives, unravelling the beauty of simplicity, the dangers of excessive device usage, and the misunderstood concept of wealth. Pio provides a captivating firsthand account of being in the inaugural Te Reo Māori class in 1974, lending an intimate perspective to the changing landscape of Māori treatment, and stresses the value of learning and embracing Māori culture in shaping an inclusive society. We also look at fatherhood, poverty, and community impact — topics that resonate deeply with Pio as tells of of meeting birth parents for the first time, and also of losing a child.  Truly one of New Zealand's good guys, this conversation brims with wisdom, warmth, love and Kiwiness.