Indigenous 100 - Episode 3 - Francis and Kaiora Tipene

Francis and Kaiora Tipene discuss their journey from funeral directors to international television stars on their groundbreaking series ‘The Casketeers’
When Francis and Kaiora Tipene agreed to take part in a new television series centred entirely around them and their Auckland based funeral business, they could never have imagined the impact they would have - firstly throughout New Zealand and now thanks to Netflix, around the world. The hit series ‘The Casketeers’ has helped to break down taboos and reshape people’s ideas around death.
This is their story - Francis and Kaiora Tipene - Indigenous 100.
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[@paidawson3487]

This makes me feel so comfortable instead them having to be so serious on live TV they get to be themselves.

[@jenniferheta4770]

So love this couple . please come back on tv😊

[@nelliemoore3792]

I love you guys re Tilene Funerals, I'm Maori and miss you my Whanau meaning I'm without my Whanau here in Perth so I'm going home to nz. I love your generosity and laughs I miss our Maori laughs. Bless

[@mahitahiagencynz]

Aotearoa misses you too 🏡❤️

[@mihiteruarewarangitaawa8946]

I just Love these two and their show Casketeers ♥️ They are loving , caring and very funny 🤣🤣🤣 keep it up you guys! You are loved and appreciated by us all 💚

[@hinerangijohnston5223]

Koira - Best Interview ever this Couple Kaiora and Francis Indeed they Beautifully Compliment each other in how they Manaaki the Loved one who has passed at the same time show aroha & Compassion to the Whanau whanaui.- When i first watched i said to my Mokpuna & Husband thats who i want to leave this World with Francis & Kiora and their wonderful Team . Nga mihi nui kia korua . Power-house Couple .

[@louvega8414]

Wait, what! Is this real reality TV (not actors)? These guys are a blast. M&PI culture has a warmth of spirit, this show features its ultimate expression. Go cuzzuns!

[@madhd3417]

Really neat.a nice watch.two lovely people.

[@Tongarevapwince]

Gosh I so love Kaiora and Francis esp the work and passion that they have towards the grieving family or families.. I'm such a huge fan of theirs ever since I've watched the first episode of The Casketeers. I'm not Maori, however I do have respect for their love of their culture and their willingness to incorporate that into their work, is so beautiful. Keep that Passion that the both of you have along with your staff in doing the work that you all do.. PS I look forward to watching the next upcoming episode. No.1 Fan of these two and Fiona.. Awesome..

[@butafligq1606]

Tongarevapwince same here!

[@richardwilliams1334]

I've just tripped onto your "Casketeers" thought it was going to be a bit like the Musketeers but ho ho hum how far from the truth was I. Love this interview, know little Maori of Maori descent but just love the way you two portrait yourselves on this program. And your voice eho so uuummm soft so encouraging I think you would have done well at what ever you chose in this life. Thank you for sharing. Oh ya you 2 will have to open something up down here in the Waikato.

[@keiheaherakiwi1611]

Such a down to earth interview so humble on both sides, Franchis and Kaiora compliment each other

[@penelopewilliams-todd5232]

OMG.. How wonderful to have watched this interview.. Amazing.. AMAZING couple. Their intelligence compliment each other, their beauty reflect each other.. I loved how they spoke in maori than a wee touch of english for them who would not have understood.. Beautiful to watch.. just beautiful... 05/01/2020- 4.40 pm

[@rukatokomikahere9670]

I ♥️ watching my Cousins Francis Tipene & Kaiora Tipene on the Casketeers! Their so pretty Crack up as well xx ♥️♥️💜💜💙💙💚💚♥️♥️ xx Its a Crack up Programme xx

[@jeanniebartley935]

This is a delightful interview I love these two. I love watching the program being a softie I didn't think I could watch it but wouldn't miss it the maori have a such healthy approach to death. I love the respect they show I love the respect And tenderness they show the deceased it is so moving 💖

[@suethomson6013]

In the beginning I felt Funeral Homes and associated issues was not suitable for TV viewing, almost a taboo subject, that just got dealt with. Having said that, this programme is one of my favourite 'must viewings'. I love the personalities, the warmth, and the family aspect. I particularly enjoyed the most recent programme, I'm sorry I can't remember any names, but Nanas Dog and the little mokopuna. So beautifully done, and Francis' singing, beautiful Thank you

[@michelleahi5752]

Love this couple🧡🧡💛💛💯

[@samanthacassidy9797]

Aroha korua, korua have such an awesome aahua. They have made me so comfortable with our whanau moving into our Tupuna world. Tino ataahua korua

[@mackwharewaka4062]

Ty yous both for doing my sister linda

[@roxannlegg750]

I love this couple SO much, Francis is so much like me, practical with my job, a deep respect for those whove passed and compassion for thier bodies and life event that brought them there, but also with weaknesses for nice things and PIES. Life is good VERY good, with the right pie! But I will never forget the first corpse I ever saw and saw the love that had been poured into her in her last days and felt nothing but deep co passion for the trauma that her life had been. He body gave away a lot to thise who knew what they were seeing. You guys have my deepest admiration.

[@Whaea2202]

Love this sooooooo much, as you guys call us the Urban Maori that’s Awesome. I have learnt a lot with listening and watching the film Casketers , have lost my mum (nanny) a year ago at the age of 94yrs, I saw a lot of things that were done incorrectly during our tangihanga here in Oz, and its really sad, still to this day I feel for my mum, but I know she would not have worried about it at all as she was not someone who talked a lot about the tapu side of things, to a certain extent. Thank you so much Tipene funerals for sharing your knowledge, and making us all learn mote about the processes of a funeral.

[@Ghostwriter78]

I love this show!

[@daniella921]

I love their programme

[@rebeccahealey5481]

Best program ever in new zealand

[@rosem9566]

There whole team are absolutely amazing and genuine as! Absolutely love the feel of the place and how comfortable you feel with them discussing what needs to happen in such a difficult time. They are truly AMAZING 💖💖💖

[@QueenTaurus777]

I absolutely love these two xx 💓💓💓💓💓💓

[@codyk3284]

Well said kaiora

[@ataimd]

I think I have a crush on Julian, I could listen to that man all day lol

[@johnnydon6738]

Great show.....

[@davidnl1579]

Love from Canada 🇨🇦

[@se7encureton]

I think she is so lovely.

[@tajjjyyy3_1]

man I would love to know what's being said in Maori

[@jackturtle131]

Pity that there is so much Mauri in an English subtitle would have be great guys

[@ms.martiegallego8834]

@kiaora its_macera Then why the English ?? If it was for just the indigenous they should have done it all in the indigenous language !!

[@tuhoepotiki5716]

Ugh fuck up and stop complaining! Indigenous 100: intervewing INDIGENOUS business such as this MĀORI funeral home. So if our language is spoken, so be it.

[@mnate3538]

@@ms.martiegallego8834 yeah aye fuck that english crap, tuturu Maori all the way, no subtitles required!!!

[@mikedavisleuluai144]

Neat people, neat kaupapa. Nga mihi

[@raherakara6274]

The most inspirational couple and power but, moreover, his comment they were better looking dead then they're were alive 😂😂😂😂

[@mahitahiagencynz]

😂😂

[@Shellzeva21]

Oh my Gosh if I lived in the North island I'd want the Tipene family dealing with my family Such down to earth people witty, as I want fun at my funeral not doom n gloom Guys we were always born to Die Never fear death unless your mislead God 😊😊