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Episode 50: The Haka and Cultural Appropriation

In an increasingly global world, we are constantly exposed to new cultures, ideas and perspectives, many of which originate in remote spaces and times. As such, we often risk losing their original meanings and purposes. As peoples encounter new cultures, they often adopt and adapt foreign practices for different functions. This week, we welcome back Joe Walsh to discuss the phenomenon of cultural appropriation as it pertains to the indigenous Maori people of New Zealand and the All Blacks rugby team.

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Episode 50: The Haka and Cultural Appropriation Kip Clark and Joe Walsh

Further Reading:

The Conversation, "All Blacks' proud tradition of the haka insulted in Rugby World Cup"

100% Pure New Zealand, "History of the All Black haka"

Google Scholar Search "Haka All Blacks"