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Welcome to Ngā Pātaka Kōrero Auckland Libraries podcast page! Catch up on author talks, events and concerts, and hear more in-depth commentary from the curatorial team behind our taonga treasured collections and exhibitions.
Episodes
- Salvaging a hidden history with Sue Bradford
Sue Bradford reflects on sorting through the Auckland Unemployed Workers Rights Centre archive, which includes papers, magazines, minute books, photographs, and posters. This archive is set to be accessioned by the Auckland Libraries Herit…
- Heritage maps with Katrina Laan
Maps librarian Katrina Laan discusses five favoured heritage maps in this episode, including the first printed map of the Pacific (1601), a 1946 tourist map, Thomas Wing’s 1835 map of Kaipara Harbour, and early city fire insurance maps fro…
- Hiroshige's woodblock prints & Hilda Wiseman's bookplates
This episode features Renée Orr discussing a privately-published book of prints by Japanese artist Hiroshige. It covers the backstory of the book, including references to Hilda Wiseman's ex libris bookplate and its connection to the creato…
- Te Tiriti ki Tāmaki Makaurau with Robert Eruera and Maureen Ned
Robert Eruera and Maureen Ned discuss a project utilizing augmented reality and headsets to bring heritage collections and the stories of Te Tiriti o Waitangi signing sites in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland to life.
- Pride: Love Is Love Edition - Conversations with my Bestie
Alison speaks with poet and actor Dan Goodwin about three new queer romance novels. The books discussed are The broposal by Sonora Reyes, The thrill of the chase by Kathryn Nolan, and Isn’t it obvious? by Rachel Runya Katz, all available f…
- The Don Smith Symposium - Orlando Furioso with Dr Jack Ross
Orlando Furioso was the focus for the talk delivered by Dr Jack Ross, the first of the scholars to speak at the Don Smith Symposium. In 2024 Auckland Libraries Heritage Collections gained an important collection with the gift of 183 titles…
- The Don Smith Symposium - Rehearsal Transpros’d with Dr Mark Houlahan
This track features Dr Mark Houlahan. In his talk he addresses the question: ‘Why should members of the Auckland Free Public Library bother with religious and political quarrels from 17th century England? Can these handsome 300-year-old bo…
- The Don Smith Symposium - Swift's Miscellaneous with Dr Shef Rogers
In this track hear from the third speaker at the Don Smith symposium Dr Shef Rogers from the University of Otago. He spoke about “The Messy but Revealing Immediacy of Miscellanies” using Don’s set of the eleven volumes that comprise the se…
- Tapa Collections with Pamata Toleafoa
In this Awekura episode we talk with Pasifika Curator Pamata Toleafoa about material items which feature tapa cloth. Items include a signature greeting card to an early 1900s tapa newspaper. Pamata shares the story behind these items and t…
- The Memorable Works... with Renee Orr
In this episode of the Awekura series we talk with Renée Orr, Rare Book specialist and Curatorial Services Team Leader at Auckland Council Libraries Heritage Collections. Renee shares with us a rare 17th Century book, its history and prove…
- Celebrating 20 Years!
Recorded live, this concert celebrated 20 wonderful years of music brought to you through Auckland Libraries concert series. The unique programme brought together talented musician who have participated in many years of concert performance…
- Marilyn Portman - on celebrating music in the library
Join Marilyn Portman in conversation with Sue Berman as they discuss the celebrated history of musical concerts at the City Central Library. In this interview Marilyn shares the foundation story behind what became a regular concert series,…
- The Kotuku Quintet - Mozart to Matariki
On Thursday 26 June 2025, Tāmaki Pātaka Kōrero | Central City Library presented The Kotuku Quintet in a special concert: From Mozart to Matariki The programme was based on a Mozart piano concerto and drew on inspiration from the celebratio…
- Otherhood: a conversation with Lil O’Brien and Paula Morris
The Tāmaki Untold series celebrates the taonga, stories and creativity of Auckland. In this episode listen in to the conversation held at Nga Pātaka Kōrero o Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland Central Library on Otherhood: Conversation about being c…
- We Read Auckland 2025: Michael Bennett - Carved in Blood
Alison is joined in the studio by author Michael Bennett, to discuss his novel Carved in Blood, the third instalment in the gripping Hana Westerman series. Carved in Blood is published by Simon & Schuster and can be borrowed from Bestie co…
- We Read Auckland 2025: Diana Wichtel: Unreel
Alison is joined in the studio by author Diana Wichtel, to discuss her memoir Unreel: A life in review, published by Penguin. Diana is an award-winning reviewer and bestselling author of Driving to Treblinka. Unreel is a brilliantly funny,…
- Tāmaki Untold: Ka mua ka muri: Moving forward with Te Tiriti o Waitangi
On Saturday 28 June in celebration of Matariki and as part of our Tāmaki Untold series, Auckland Libraries hosted a conversation between Roimata Smail, author of ‘Understanding Te Tiriti’ and Avril Bell, author of ‘Becoming Tangata Tiriti’…
- Tania Mace: Lost Neighbourhoods of Central Auckland
In this track Sue Berman talks with Tania Mace about her research into early inner city Auckland neighbourhoods. Tania talks about her history research interests, her approach to documentary heritage material, her discoveries and the oppor…
- Tāmaki Untold - Indigenous SciFi and Aotearoa Futurism: Dr. Gina Cole & Dan Taipua
Explore space, time, and technology in science fiction through indigenous lenses with award-winning author Dr Gina Cole (Black Ice Matter; Na Viro) and writer, critic and producer, Dan Taipua. Dr. Gina Cole is an award-winning author of Fi…
- Lost in time: The art of Mike Hinge
In this bonus track join host Sue Berman as she talks with Florette Cardon, Senior Library Research Assistant and exhibition curator researcher. Florette tells the story of how she came to dig deep into the world of Science Fiction art and…
- Suzanne Chan On - Recollections of Greys Avenue
This clip is drawn from an oral history with Suzanne Chan On as part of the From Guangdong to Aotearoa Collection. In this snippet Suzanne talks about activities seen and unseen. She describes shops, gambling and opium dens in the Greys Av…
- Suzanne Chan On - Recollections of Ann's Dairy
This clip is drawn from an oral history with Suzanne Chan On as part of the From Guangdong to Aotearoa Collection. In this snippet Suzanne talks about the area and the people who came into Ann’s Dairy. See the exhibition: Lost Neighbourhoo…
- Other Worlds : Utopia and Dystopia
In this episode of Other Worlds, we explore some of the most iconic works of dystopian and utopian literature and the value of reading these works within the science fiction genre. Joining Sue Berman to discuss this theme is Other Worlds e…
- Other Worlds : Beyond Books
In this episode of Other Worlds, we look Beyond Books into the fascinating world of science fiction related pop culture, and the artefacts that bring these worlds to life. We check out pop up books and bubble gum cards, 8mm film, figurines…
- Other Worlds : Mars
In this episode of Other Worlds, we explore how the mysterious red planet has fascinated writers and scientists for centuries. Mars has inspired many different narratives, including Martian invasions, philosophical reflections on life beyo…
- Other Worlds : Empty City
In this episode of Other Worlds, we explore the theme and concept ‘The Empty City’. This theme stretches across time, art, literature, and imagination as we examine the many ways that the empty city, or the city emptied of its people, has…
- Other Worlds : Colonisation
In this episode of Other Worlds, we discuss colonisation, a theme explored through science fiction writing. Joining Sue Berman to discuss this theme is Other Worlds exhibition curator Renee Orr. We talk about how writers have used science…
- Other Worlds : Robots and Monsters
In this episode of Other Worlds, we delve into the fascinating world of robots and monsters, and the intersection of science fiction writing and pop culture. Robots and monsters have clearly captivated the imagination of writers and artist…
- Other Worlds : Inner Worlds
In this episode of Other Worlds, we explore the notion of Inner Worlds by looking closely at the idea of inner space vs. outer space - the power and problems of our own minds. Exploring these ideas with Sue Berman is Other Worlds exhibitio…
- Other Worlds : Science Fact
In this episode of Other Worlds, we explore the literary convergence of science fiction and science fact. To explore this theme, Sue Berman is joined by Other Worlds exhibition curator Andrew Henry. We discuss the exciting crossroads betwe…
- Other Worlds : Fandom
In this episode of Other Worlds, we discuss an important part of the history and development of the science fiction genre - the power and influence of fans! To discuss this, Sue Berman is joined by Other Worlds exhibition curator, Andrew H…
- Other Worlds : Fahrenheit 451
In this first episode of Other Worlds, we discuss one of the most important and thought-provoking books of the 20th century — Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury. First published in 1953 as a short story called 'Fahrenheit 451', this novel has…
- A grammar and vocabulary of the language of New Zealand - The Creed
The Creed from Rev Thomas Kendell's "A Grammar and vocabulary of the language of New Zealand" Church Mission Society London: Printed by R. Watts. 1820 GNZM 3i Ref: https://discover.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/search/card?id=68d5e7a6-f145-588…
- He himene mo te karakia ki te Atua
He himene mo te karakia ki te Atua Nepia: Na te Haaringi i ta ki tona whare perehi pukapuka "Enlarged collection ('third edition') of 175 Anglican hymns" Hymn no. 94 1887 NZM 735 Ref: https://discover.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/search/card?…
- He inoi mo ngā Pākeha me ngā Māori
He inoi mo nga Pakeha me nga Maori "Prayer for peaceful cooperation between Māori and Pākehā" John Whiteley. Mangungu: He mea ta i te perehi o nga Weteriana Mihanere. 1837 Miscellaneous MSS & documents in Maori Reverent Richard Taylor [180…
- Dialogue between a Christian missionary and pupil - Dialogue 2
Card 2 Dialogue 2 Primers: Extracts from the grammar printed on double-sided cards. "A Grammar and vocabulary of the language of New Zealand" Church Mission Society London: Printed by R. Watts. 1820 Familiar Dialogues between a Christian m…
- Dialogues between a Christian missionary and pupil - Dialogue 3
Card 3 Dialogue 3 Primers: Extracts from the grammar printed on double-sided cards. "A Grammar and vocabulary of the language of New Zealand" Church Mission Society London: Printed by R. Watts. 1820 Familiar Dialogues between a Christian m…
- Lesson sheets - The Lord's Prayer : Card 5
Card 5 - The Lord's Prayer Primers: Extracts from the grammar printed on double-sided cards. "A Grammar and vocabulary of the language of New Zealand" Church Mission Society London: Printed by R. Watts. 1820 Familiar Dialogues between a Ch…
- Te Korimako: Te Tukunga iho o nga Kupu rere ke
Te Korimako: Te Tukunga iho o nga Kupu rere ke Hanuere 15 1886, Page 7 Ref: discover.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/search/…atGroup Read by Xavier Forsman on the theme Kupu Whakawhiti Recorded in support of the Waiwaia Ngā Ngutu Exhibition 2024…
- Te Korimako: Etahi Whakatauki a te Pakeha
Te Korimako: Etahi Whakatauki a te Pakeha Hanuere 15 1886, Page 8 Ref: https://discover.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/search/card?id=0b225e70-c400-5135-bc85-f6433ddde22b&entityType=FormatGroup Read by Xavier Forsman on the theme Kupu Whakawhit…
- Kei hea a Spot?
Kei hea a Spot? Where is Spot? by Eric Hill Māori translator unknown Heinemann Publishers (N.Z.) 1980 NZM 1160 Ref: https://discover.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/search/card?id=d53a00a1-46fb-57c9-886c-6e795bf17387&entityType=FormatGroup Read…
- Ka haere a Spot ki te kura
Ka haere a Spot ki te kura Spot goes to school by Eric Hill Maori translator unknown 1984 NZM 1185 Ref: https://discover.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/search/card?id=68f54313-4766-5c54-8f7c-b31c6dd5e2cd&entityType=FormatGroup Read by Xavier Fo…
- Te Poti Mau Potae
Te poti mau potae The cat in the hat by Dr Seuss Māori translation by Hirini Melbourne 1983 NZM 1187 Ref: https://discover.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/search?query=Te%20poti%20mau%20potae&searchType=everything&pageSize=10 Read by Robert Erue…
- Rōmeo rāua ko Hurieta
Rōmeo rāua ko Hurieta [Romeo and Juliet by Shakespeare] Translated by Te Haumihiata Mason. Auckland University Press. 2023 NZM 2631 Ref: https://discover.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/search/card?id=a76b7363-8943-5123-afab-4329e35f87f9&entityT…
- Ko nga moteatea me nga hakirara o nga Maori
Ko nga moteatea me nga hakirara o nga Maori. He mea kohikohi mai a Sir George Grey, K.C.B I tera kaumatua, i tera kuia; no ona haerenga, e maha ki nga pito katoa, o enei motu 1851 GNZM 231 Page 53 Ref: https://discover.aucklandlibraries.go…
- He kōrero nā Te Aupōuri
He kōrero nā Te Aupōuri Ko ngā whakaahua nā Robert Ellis Te Wharekura 8. Wellington: Department of Education. First edition 1964 Reprint 1981 NZM 1071 Ref: https://discover.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/search/card?id=72c1158c-1390-5062-b848-e…
- Waiwaia Ngā Ngutu - Nga Mahi a Te Runanga ki Kohimarama
Nga Mahi a Te Runanga ki Kohimarama Karere Maori No.13-18. Akarana: he mea ta na Te Wirhana, mo Te Kawanatanga o Niu Tirani. 1860 [Proceedings of the Kohimarama Conference. Comprising no. 13 to 18 of the Maori Messager] NZM 271 Ref: https:…
- Whakarapopototanga o nga take a Te Runanga o Kaipara
Whakarapopototanga o nga take a Te Runanga o Kaipara i runga ano i te mana o Aotearoa, ara o Te Tiriti o Waitangi Nga Runanga i Aotea (Kaipara) 1884-1886 Noema 22, 1884 Ref: NZMS 718 Read by Robert Eruera on the theme Kōrero Tupuna. Record…
- He Karakia - Kotia te pu, waiho i konei
Kotia te pu, waiho i konei... Waiata [songs and chants] Wīremu Maihi Te Rangikāheke (Ngāti Kererū, Ngāti Te Rangiwewehi) pre-1854 GNZMMS 70 Ref: https://discover.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/search/card?id=758eb7b4-99b1-516a-a159-9672eb4d3da1…
- He Karakia - Ka hura tangata a uta
Ka hura tangata a uta Waiata [songs and chants] Hoani Riki (Ngāti Toa) 1851 GNZMMS 48 Ref: https://discover.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/search/card?id=2a1549bb-3ae4-5ea7-8395-644e0385cf49&entityType=FormatGroup Read by Raniera Kingi [Ngāti K…