The Creative Patapatai Project Podcast
1) Safe to Create: Building Inclusive Spaces for Creative Expression
What does it mean to feel safe enough to create? In this episode of Around the Table, host Arpége Taratoa is joined by creatives Lisa Rooney and Ayesha Kee, who share their journeys building inclusiv...Show More
2) In Tune: The Role of Music in Wellness
In this special NZ Music Month episode, host Arpége Taratoa is joined by musician and educator Elisha Fa’i So’oialo, singer-songwriter Lizzy Kula, and Creative Bay of Plenty’s own Rose Treadwell for a...Show More
3) Flavours of Plenty: Culinary Creativity in the Bay
In this mouthwatering episode of Around The Table, Arpége Taratoa speaks with culinary creatives Malika Ganley, Adele Hall, and Scott Featherstone, exploring the world of the Flavours of Plenty Festiv...Show More
4) Reindigenising Creativity: Mātauranga Māori in the Arts
In this powerful episode of Around The Table, host Arpége Taratoa is joined by Arohanoa Mathews, Nadia Marychurch, and Max Yeager to explore Reindigenising Creativity and the vital role of mātauranga ...Show More
5) Earth's Muse: Tapping into Nature for Creative Exploration
This episode explores the intersection of nature and creativity—how their unpredictability and interconnection benefit our wellbeing and shape one another. Kim Fifield is an artist using natural mat...Show More
6) Words That Move Us: Literary Creativity at Escape Festival
Host Arpége Taratoa chats with local authors Lee Murray, Charlotte Lobb, and Donna Goodacre, all of whom feature at the Escape Festival in Tauranga from 18-20 October 2024. Discover Charlotte’s insi...Show More
7) Art as Activism: Making Change Through Creativity
Art can take heavy, complex subjects and translate them into something more digestible for the masses; it is such a powerful tool for social change. In this episode, host Arpége Taratoa chats with th...Show More
8) Canvassing Communities: The Power of Public Art
We explore the profound connections and stories behind public art with artists Kell Sunshine, Graham Hoete (Mr G), and Maraea Timutimu. Hear about the power of visual storytelling to connect with Ao...Show More
9) Artificial Intelligence: The New Frontier in Creative Arts
In this episode we delve into the world of AI, creative arts, and storytelling. Our host Arpége Taratoa leads a kōrero with artist Kereama Taepa, filmmaker Rob Morgenstern, and leading advocate for Mā...Show More
10) Art & Hauora: Strengthening Wellbeing Through Creativity
This episode is about how creativity can enhance our wellbeing - and you don't have to be an artist! We welcome around the table Jason Te Mete, Ari Grant, and Jennie Halliday, who chat with host Arpé...Show More