Most scientific framings of sleep problems often disregard Maori perspectives on spirituality and wellbeing, however recent research by Deanna Haami from Massey University has shown wairua is an important link to having a more holistic approach to health. The implications for physiological, mental and spiritual health from this study are important as sleep plays an important role in our daily life, including dreams and their relation to our health. Sasha spoke to Deanna Haami from Massey University on her recent study linking Wairua, sleep and health.
Steve Newall talks cinema with a review of Zoe Kravitz' new film and NZIFF We Were Dangerous on Flicks 'n' That. L.A. Mitchell hops on What's Cooking with absolutely primo selections and we hear her new single Slow Dancing.Thanks to the Beer Spot!
Lucia aka. local legend DJ SWEAT hosts Freak The Sheep this week! Listen back for emo tunes, moments of reflection, and chat about our local scene. Thanks to NZ On Air!
For this week's epsiode of WALAO! Oto and Jaycee spoke to Tāmaki Makaurau alternative rock outfit, Grapehouse, about their musical process and experiences starting off in the wider music scene of Aotearoa as young, Asian musicians.
Here's that interview with local Alternative rock outift Grapehouse where they talked to Oto and Jaycee about their musical process, experiences as Asian musicians in Aotearoa and shared some tracks they were working on.