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

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!

Green Waves - The Best Environmental Podcases from Aotearoa and Around the World

Published: 02/6/2025 5:00 p.m.

In this episode of Talking Taiao on Access Radio Taranaki 104.4FM, Sophie dives into the rich world of environmental podcasts. From local gems here in Aotearoa to powerful global favourites. Whether you're into climate science, conservation, sustainable fashion, or green living, this episode shares podcast recommendations to inform, inspire, and ignite your passion for protecting Papatūānuku.

Cycling in New Plymouth & New Cycle Lanes

Published: 26/5/2025 1:37 p.m.

Join the hot topic of the week: cycling around Ngāmotu! Sharon and Elric are both cycling and driving, and today they discuss how it is to cycle around town and share their views on the new cycle lanes on South Road/Devon Street West.

Introducing the FDMC Plant Nursery

Published: 19/5/2025 11:35 a.m.

This week we are meeting Aimee Watkins from the Francis Douglas Memorial College and discussing their well-established agriculture/horticulture programme, built up over the last 7 years. Learn about their Agridome, an orchard, vege gardens and a plant nursery which students develop and maintain as part of their course work. Don't miss the plant nursery open day on Tuesday 27 May!

Tips On Being A Sustainable Surfer

Published: 12/5/2025 11:33 a.m.

Inspired by a recent Sustainable Taranaki reel, Sophie and Elric chat surf, sustainability and salty tips to help protects our coast and our moana. This episode is full of fun, real talk and simple ways to enjoy surfing more consciously.