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Learn Cook Islands Māori

Learn Cook Islands Māori

By: Tom Harrison and Junior Charlie
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 Planning a trip to Rarotonga? You could just land, sip a cocktail, and nod politely at the locals while having zero clue what they’re saying. Or you could actually learn some Cook Islands Māori and stop pretending. Tom and Charlie deliver bite-sized lessons that sneak the language into your head without the boring classroom vibe. From formal phrases that’ll impress the aunties, to casual talk for everyday life, to the kind of slang your grandma would definitely disapprove of! Book your seat (or just subscribe, it’s cheaper): Email: info@kukilearning.com Social: https://linktr.ee/kukilearningTom Harrison and Junior Charlie Language Learning
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  • Lesson 157 - Would you like to eat?

    Lesson 157 - Would you like to eat?
    Feb 18 2026

    Ka inangaro koe i te kai?


    Meet the boys from Kuki Learning, Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison. Their mission? Keeping the Cook Islands Māori language and culture alive (because if they don’t, who will…Google Translate?). Both grew up in sunny Aitutaki, but their family ties stretch across Rarotonga, Aitutaki, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. Basically, they’ve got more island connections than Air Raro flight routes.

    These days, they’re based in Aotearoa New Zealand, where they juggle real life with their side hustle of teaching language, culture, and the occasional life lesson nobody asked for. Don’t worry, they still fly back home regularly (mostly for island food, family, and a break from NZ winters).

    Their goal? Share the language and culture worldwide in a way that’s fun, easy, and sometimes slightly unhinged. So if you’ve ever wanted to learn Cook Islands Māori without sitting in a boring classroom, you’re in the right place.


    Got a topic? Flick an email to info@kukilearning.com

    Bonus points if it’s weirder than the last request.

    Web: https://kukilearning.com/

    Social: https://linktr.ee/kukilearning⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    Language lessons:

    https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kukilearning/subscribe
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    4 mins
  • Lesson 156 - Would you like to go/walk?

    Lesson 156 - Would you like to go/walk?
    Feb 10 2026

    Ka inangaro koe i te aere? (aere mai = come)


    Meet the boys from Kuki Learning, Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison. Their mission? Keeping the Cook Islands Māori language and culture alive (because if they don’t, who will…Google Translate?). Both grew up in sunny Aitutaki, but their family ties stretch across Rarotonga, Aitutaki, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. Basically, they’ve got more island connections than Air Raro flight routes.

    These days, they’re based in Aotearoa New Zealand, where they juggle real life with their side hustle of teaching language, culture, and the occasional life lesson nobody asked for. Don’t worry, they still fly back home regularly (mostly for island food, family, and a break from NZ winters).

    Their goal? Share the language and culture worldwide in a way that’s fun, easy, and sometimes slightly unhinged. So if you’ve ever wanted to learn Cook Islands Māori without sitting in a boring classroom, you’re in the right place.


    Got a topic? Flick an email to info@kukilearning.com

    Bonus points if it’s weirder than the last request.

    Web: https://kukilearning.com/

    Social: https://linktr.ee/kukilearning⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    Language lessons:

    https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kukilearning/subscribe
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    7 mins
  • Lesson 155 - I live/stay in (place).

    Lesson 155 - I live/stay in (place).
    Feb 5 2026

    I live/stay in _____. = E no’o ana au ki _____.

    I live/stay in Aitutaki = E no’o ana au ki Aitutaki.

    I live/stay in Otara = E no’o ana au ki Otara.

    I live/stay in Christchurch = E no’o ana au ki Christchurch.

    I live/stay in America = E no’o ana au ki America (Marike in CI Maori).

    I live/stay in Japan = E no’o ana au ki Japan.


    Meet the boys from Kuki Learning, Charlie Charlie and Tom Harrison. Their mission? Keeping the Cook Islands Māori language and culture alive (because if they don’t, who will…Google Translate?). Both grew up in sunny Aitutaki, but their family ties stretch across Rarotonga, Aitutaki, Atiu, Mauke, and Pukapuka. Basically, they’ve got more island connections than Air Raro flight routes.

    These days, they’re based in Aotearoa New Zealand, where they juggle real life with their side hustle of teaching language, culture, and the occasional life lesson nobody asked for. Don’t worry, they still fly back home regularly (mostly for island food, family, and a break from NZ winters).

    Their goal? Share the language and culture worldwide in a way that’s fun, easy, and sometimes slightly unhinged. So if you’ve ever wanted to learn Cook Islands Māori without sitting in a boring classroom, you’re in the right place.


    Got a topic? Flick an email to info@kukilearning.com

    Bonus points if it’s weirder than the last request.

    Web: https://kukilearning.com/

    Social: https://linktr.ee/kukilearning⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    Language lessons:

    https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kukilearning/subscribe
    Show More Show Less
    7 mins
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