Comedy
A Place Called Te Awamutu | Trailer
A loving whānau living under one roof. Despite their love for each other, they constantly take pleasure in getting on each other's nerves. Video
A Place Called Te Awamutu | Episode 8: Get Rid of It
In a spirited encounter, Mum urges Mana to discard his 'hood' attire, sparking a dynamic exchange about self-expression, identity, and the implications of stereotyping. Video
A Place Called Te Awamutu | Episode 7: Hey, It's OK to Be Māori
In an enchanting blend of tradition and modernity, Grizz receives an enlightening lesson from her ancestors, teaching her the inherent beauty and pride in embracing her Māori heritage. Video
Fast Favourites: Karen O’Leary
TV star Karen O'Leary chats to Culture 101 about what she's seeing, consuming and why despite being all over TV, she doesn't watch much of it.
Blind Bitter Happiness | Trailer
Blind Bitter Happiness is a comedy-drama revolving around the Faheys as they navigate family and their own struggles and conflicts.
Blind Bitter Happiness | Behind the Scenes
Blind Bitter Happiness is a comedy-drama revolving around the Fahey's as they navigate family and their own struggles and conflicts.
Blind Bitter Happiness | Premiere
Blind Bitter Happiness is a comedy-drama revolving around the Faheys as they navigate family and their own struggles and conflicts. Video
A Place Called Te Awamutu | Episode 6: Not Today, Boy
When Trish introduces her new boyfriend to her protective cousins, his ill-advised attempt to mock their Māori culture backfires, leading to an unexpected lesson in respect and cultural sensitivity. Video
Blind Bitter Happiness | Episode 1: Immortal Beloved
Everyone gathers to address a sensitive issue concerning Jasper’s private parts. After the family gets news that Denis doesn’t have long to live, Scarlett prepares to save her grandad from dying. Video
Blind Bitter Happiness | Episode 2: Precious Things
Scarlett refuses to accept Denis' passing, placing her charmed objects on his bed in the hope he’ll live forever. Dr. P discovers his premonition was true when he sees Scarlett with Grandad Denis. Video
Blind Bitter Happiness | Episode 3: The Golden Child
Family and friends mourn Denis' passing. Dr. P realizes he doesn't feel anything. Patrick pitches his new business venture. Scarlett performs a protection ritual on Grandad, but Grandma undoes it. Video
Blind Bitter Happiness | Episode 4: The Wake
Jasper is rejected by Dithyaa, whom he catches kissing Cousin Paul. Scarlett shows Dr. P the company shares she found in Grandad's drawer, and Dr. P retrieves the Vietnam medals from her. Video
A Place Called Te Awamutu | Episode 5: A Cereal Argument
In a hilariously high-stakes breakfast battle, Grizz and Uncle John engage in a playful tug-of-war over the last box of Nutri-Grain cereal, turning an ordinary morning into a delightful chaos. Video
A Place Called Te Awamutu | Episode 4: Principal's Pyjamas
In a protective motherly display, Trish storms into the principal's house to confront him about Mana's unjust accusation of skipping school, spiraling into a clash of wills and parental instinct. Video
A Place Called Te Awamutu | Episode 1: The Driving Lesson
When Trish, a spirited mother, decides to give her son Mana a driving lesson, what was intended to be a simple rite of passage quickly escalates into a chaotic encounter. Video
A Place Called Te Awamutu | Episode 2: Shotgun
In a humorous battle of wills, Uncle JP and his feisty, 8-year-old niece Grizz lock horns over the coveted front seat, resulting in a classic shotgun-seat showdown filled with charm and wit. Video
A Place Called Te Awamutu | Episode 3: Intervention
With the objective to curb Mum's online shopping addiction, Auntie Judy sets up a family intervention, transforming a typical family gathering into a loving, humorous, and poignant quest for change. Video
Jemaine Clement’s forgotten Aotearoa podcast
The epic and lavish comedy podcast, The Mysterious Secrets of Uncle Bertie's Botanarium, has remained largely unheard of in Aotearoa. Until now. Audio
The week that was with Te Radar and Irene Pink
Comedians Te Radar and Irene Pink have a few laughs including the tale of how two American tourist got to bed down up the Eiffel Tower. Audio