Talking Taiao

Talking Taiao

Host: Sustainable Taranaki
Categories: Community
Languages: English

Access Radio Taranaki
Produced By: Access Radio Taranaki
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Welcome to Talking Taiao! This show aims to inspire and support people, businesses, and communities to value our local taiao (environment) and act to prioritize sustainability. We focus on positive, educational and uplifting discussions, showing how a culture of kaitiakitanga (guardianship of the land) can make Taranaki a thriving region for all! Made by the team at Sustainable Taranaki.

All Episodes

Meet Forest & Bird Youth Taranaki

Published: 14/7/2025 4:43 p.m.

This week, Amber and Monique are joining us to discuss rangatahi (youth) engagement to protect our taiao (environment). Local events, what our local youth care about, and how they can be involved: tune in for lots of useful info!


Plastic Free July

Published: 07/7/2025 5:00 p.m.

In this special episode of Talking Taiao, Sophie Walker and Elric Aublant from Sustainable Taranaki kōrero about all things Plastic Free July. From easy everyday swaps to their brand-new interactive map of zero-plastic businesses across Taranaki. Tune in for inspiration, laughs, local gems, and a few fun challenges to help you join the kaupapa. Whether you're a plastic-free pro or just curious to try, there's something here for everyone. Let’s go plastic-free, Taranaki-style!


Farmers Market Taranaki

Published: 30/6/2025 5:00 p.m.

Our mission is to inspire and support people, businesses, and communities to value our local taiao (environment) and act to prioritize sustainability. On today's episode we celebrate the 20th year of Farmers Market Taranaki. Bringing fresh, genuine, local food to our Taranaki community since 2005, the producers make, bake and grow the freshest food possible. Located in the heart of New Plymouth city, the market is a vibrant scene for locals & visitors alike to come together and enjoy live music from local artists, while shopping for the freshest local produce.


Homemade Magic with Michelle Byrne 

Published: 16/6/2025 5:00 p.m.

On this episode of Talking Taiao, host Sophie Walker chats with Michelle Byrne from Your Home, Naturally about the powerful impact of making your own cleaning products. Learn how these simple swaps can boost your health, reduce waste, and help care for Papatūānuku (the planet). Michelle shares her best beginner tips, favourite ingredients, and how to get tamariki involved.


Growing Mushrooms in Taranaki & in Your Home

Published: 10/6/2025 5:00 a.m.

Meet Matt from Ground Breaking Mushrooms! He shares with us his passion and knowledge about mushrooms. Local NZ mushrooms, secrets to easily grow them at home, and tips to avoid plastic and make the most of this incredible food. Visit Ground Breaking Mushrooms or Sustainable Taranaki's website and socials to learn more and join future workshops!