Kia ora e te whānau, and welcome to MEA nei te kōrero! Brought to you in partnership between Making Everything Achievable (MEA) and the University of Waikato, this podcast series explores the Indigenous knowledge, technology, and the future of AI. Join MEA Director Kaye-Maree Dunn as she engages with leading experts to uncover how Indigenous communities can shape and influence emerging technologies, ensuring a future that reflects their values, aspirations, and innovation.
From ethical research to Indigenous-led innovation, these thought leaders are shaping the future of technology and science for our communities. Explore their insights and kōrero on the power of Indigenous knowledge in a rapidly evolving digital world.
General Manager of The Moko Foundation, championing Indigenous data sovereignty and precision medicine to improve Māori health outcomes.
Kānaka Maoli geneticist and UC San Diego professor pioneering Indigenous-led genomic research, advocating for data sovereignty, and exploring AI’s role in Indigenous health
Geneticist, bioethicist, and co-founder of the Native BioData Consortium, ensuring Indigenous communities retain control over their genetic data
Digital theorist, poet, and software designer shaping Indigenous AI and storytelling through Abundant Intelligences and the Indigenous Futures Research Centre.
Director of Te Kotahi Research Institute, leading Indigenous data sovereignty efforts and shaping ethical genomic policies for Māori
Associate Professor at the University of Otago, integrating Māori bioethics with applied genomics and statistical genetics
Conor discusses integrating emerging technologies with tikanga Māori to improve health outcomes & inspire rangatahi into STEM fields.
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Dr. Fox highlights the need for Indigenous data sovereignty, challenging exploitative genetic research and advocating for community-led benefit-sharing models.
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Dr. Tsosie reveals the biotech industry’s disregard for Indigenous health needs and pushes for Indigenous-led biobanks and data governance.
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Dr. Lewis reimagines AI through Indigenous perspectives, advocating for ethical, community-centred intelligence systems.
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Maui explores how tikanga can guide AI and digital governance, ensuring Māori retain control over their knowledge and technological futures.
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Dr. Wilcox emphasises the importance of Māori leadership in genomics to align precision medicine with tikanga and community wellbeing.
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