RNZ - The Citizen's Handbook: Episode 8 - The Market [ G ]

 


 
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Released April 16th, 2020
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Series Classification: G (General Programmes)
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Before money was introduced to Aotearoa everyone worked within their Hapu to grow, work and trade for what was needed in their community.  Then the Brits arrived and introduced “Special tokens” that were used at markets for trading goods and services, this is what we call money.  In this episode, Robbie looks at this “special token” system and what the rules are and how the government of New Zealand is involved. 
 
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The Citizen’s Handbook is a ten-part Video and Podcast comedy series and civics class for all New Zealanders created by the award-winning team behind the popular satirical web show White Man Behind A Desk.

The series covers five topics: history, politics, law, economics, and international relations.  In writing and producing the series, the creators (Robbie Nicol and Finnius Teppett) have teamed up with relevant experts and a writers’ room built on a partnership between Māori and Pākehā to ensure that all information is culturally and historically accurate.

Using thorough research and sharp comedy, The Citizen’s Handbook empowers its audience with the knowledge of how this country came to be, how it currently works, and how we can face the challenges that lie ahead.

The Citizen’s Handbook puts the focus onto the actions of people, and by highlighting the power of human action in creating the present, we’re demonstrating that your actions can have a powerful impact on the future.

It’s also really funny.

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Produced for RNZ by Kevin and Co.
Made possible by the RNZ/NZ On Air Innovation Fund.
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