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Following our K\u0101k\u0101p\u014d episode we are very excited to speak with Thomas Rillstone, who hosts the popular History of Aotearoa New Zealand Podcast. Aotearoa is the M\u0101ori name for New Zealand and we talk about this and more.\xa0 We were very fortunate to track Thomas down to talk about the history of Aotearoa New Zealand and just what impacts the M\u0101ori had on her many islands. We also talk about the impacts they had on all the native species like the now extinct Moa and Haast's Eagle. \n\nWe then switch gears and talk about the major impacts European settlers had on the M\u0101ori and also on NZ's native species. This is such an enlightening and fun interview that we are sure you will enjoy it. This weeks episode really highlights the challenges many island nations are facing throughout the world fighting to protect their many wonderous and unique animals. While Thomas hosts a history podcast, he is currently working in conservation and fighting to protect all of NZ's native species.\xa0\n\nYou can find the History of Aotearoa New Zealand Podcast on your favorite podcasting app and we highly recommend you give it a listen. Each episode lasts about 20 minutes and gives you special insight into Polynesian exploration of the Pacific and how they discovered and inhabited NZ, and so much more!\n\nYou can learn more about Thomas Rillstone, find all his social media links and information on his amazing podcast by visiting his website HERE\n\n\xa0\n\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices