WTH Are Māori Wards?

Andrew Judd and Taryn Utiger

What are Māori wards? Why are they important? And why are they facing a referendum in Aotearoa in 2025?
In this bold and timely 10-part podcast, former New Plymouth mayor Andrew Judd and journalist Taryn Utiger explore the meaning, mana and myths of Māori wards — from the history of Māori political representation to the modern-day battle for equity in local government.
Through expert interviews, whānau voices, real talk, and moments of raw honesty, this podcast shines a light on a part of our democracy that too few understand, and too many fear.
Whether you're on the fence or fired up, WTH Are Māori Wards? is here to help you listen deeper, think bigger, and vote informed.

No. of episodes: 14
Latest episode: 2025-10-10
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How many episodes are there of WTH Are Māori Wards??

There are 14 episodes avaiable of WTH Are Māori Wards?.

What is WTH Are Māori Wards? about?

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Government

Where can you listen to WTH Are Māori Wards??

WTH Are Māori Wards? is available, among others places, on:

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When did WTH Are Māori Wards? start?

The first episode of WTH Are Māori Wards? that we have available was released 18 July 2025.

Who creates the podcast WTH Are Māori Wards??

WTH Are Māori Wards? is produced and created by Andrew Judd and Taryn Utiger.