Down by the river: Recent Episodes
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The idea of this podcast is to bring awareness to the spiritual, emotional & mental journey of these incredible Maori entrepreneurs & what it takes to get to that space of freedom & success. A safe space where we discuss mindsets, overcoming self limiting beliefs, and pushing through those systematic boundaries. This podcast brings light to those insightful and deep life-changing conversations that emerge from being in the mauri of our river.
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Phreaze/ Jay Phreaze
Down by the river - episode 3 interviewed @Phreaze about her journey as a Maori greek hip hop MC from Taupo-te-nui awa. Her influence in the game
uplifted many and connected creatives from all walks of life. Her artistry, incredible drive & innovative mindset opened many doors
to endless opportunities, huge events, big names & big stages. Her love for travel, creativity, and following her dreams came with many
lessons and experiences. It was such an insightful catch-up with this mana wahine, paving the way for artists and young Maori entrepreneurs.
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Shay Hira
Down by the river - Episode 1 Interviewed @shayhira about her journey into becoming an entrepreneur. We discussed everything from her roots to
her whakapapa, tupuna, and connection to the Waikato river, this was a strong and powerful influence on her love for Maori and creative arts.
The challenges & triumphs of this mana wahine and her new wave of business and family life will have you inspired to follow your intuition, desires
and connect you to your roots.
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Rimaha Wiringi
Down by the river - episode 5 interviewed @rimahawiringi about his journey as a young Maori boy from Rotorua Lake Tarawera.
We dive into his journey as a troubled youth in Rotorua, moved to Australia, and working as a truck driver. Now living as a father of 5
in Spain, he shares with us a wealth of knowledge and awareness through his travels. We also tapped into Rimaha and his "why" and found some
interesting tips & lessons that helped him speak his dream life into existence. Thank you for sharing your powerful journey with us @rimahawiringi.
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Amos Ponga Fou
Down by the river - Episode 4 interviewed @amosponga about his journey as a young Maori boy from Parinui, Whanganui river who traveled and worked
independently from the age of 15. His strength, creativity, and Mauri at such a young age opened many doors and provided many opportunities
and lessons along the way. Many years later we dive into the mindset of this native, creative being, loving father, and entrepreneur.
His abundant knowledge, natural skills, and his higher state of consciousness in dealing with the eb & flo of his entrepreneurial life is fully expressed in
this interview, thank you for sharing your journey with us at DBTR.
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Mistee K
Down by the river - Episode 2 interviewed @Mistee k, about her journey as a young Maori girl from Hawkes Bay, who joined the navy at a young age and experienced life in the deep oceans. Her wairua on this journey was tested at every corner, her mana grew stronger and her connection to her whanau, whakapapa and awa remained her strength. We dive deep into her journey and experience in the emancipation of the artist Mistee k and her life as a loving mother, mana wahine & entrepreneur.