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Beautiful Stories From Anonymous People
A Human Breathing
Dec 19, 2023
A caller from New Zealand discusses her Māori heritage, art with a message, and American perceptions. The podcast also touches on teacher struggles, the Bushwackers, career transitions, insecurities in art, and perceptions of violence in America.
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- Maori tattoos, known as Moko Kauae, hold deep cultural and personal significance, representing a person's family history and providing a connection to one's identity and heritage.
- Balancing a teaching career with artistic pursuits is a challenging endeavor, as artists feel pressure to create meaningful and political art while recognizing the value in giving themselves permission to be human and breathe.
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The Power of Indigenous Tattoos
The podcast episode explores the significance of Maori tattoos, known as Moko Kauae. These tattoos are deeply meaningful and tell the story of the individual's ancestors and lineage. Each line and design component represents the person's whakapapa, or family history. The process of receiving the tattoo is a highly emotional experience, often done by someone from the same iwi, or tribe, as the recipient. The episode discusses the cultural and personal significance of these tattoos and the connection they provide to one's identity and heritage.
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