Polish Waves
Host: Dorota Szymanska-Prokop, Tom Prokop and Sylwia Smiarowska
Categories: Ethnic Diversity
Languages: Polish, English
Plains FM 96.9
Produced By: Dorota Szymanska-Prokop, Tom Prokop and Sylwia Smiarowska
Programme Website
‘BETWEEN THE WATERS’ - Polish Legacy in NZ Charitable Trust brings you the best of Poland, Polish connections and heritage matters Downunder. 'Polish Waves' will showcase our home country #Poland and will present the Polish in NZ and more: culture, traditions, history, music, language, cuisine – and everything in BETWEEN! Educational, funny, unknown, informative, surprising – something for everyone! Join the WAVE Team and tune in every second Friday of the month at 8pm Brought to you courtesy of Polish Embassy in Wellington.
All Episodes
Polish Waves - Our Polish Easter Hamper 2025
Published: 11/4/2025 8:00 p.m.
From preparing & blessing Easter baskets, to decorating eggs with intricate designs, to enjoying traditional foods like ham, sausage, and babka, Easter is a time for Poles to connect with their cultural heritage and share their traditions with others. There is also a special connection to Pahiatua NZ. Join us!
Polish Waves - Women: We Shall Shine
Published: 17/3/2025 10:00 a.m.
March is a month when the whole world celebrates Women's International Day. We are no different!
Polish Waves - Where Science Happens
Published: 14/2/2025 8:00 p.m.
As Poland observes Polish Science Day (19th Feb) - as a tribute to accomplished Polish scientists - we share with you some interesting facts on Polish scientific excellence! And - there is something Polish for your brain, your soul and for your taste buds!
Polish Waves - Baltic Extraordinaire
Published: 10/1/2025 8:00 p.m.
The best of Poland, Polish connections and heritage matters Downunder
Polish Waves - My Christmas Downunder
Published: 13/12/2024 8:00 p.m.
Closing 2024 with our last broadcast of 'Polish Waves' - radio program by and about Polish community Downunder. Our topic is..... Christmas! With Jan - descendant of Early Polish Settlers 1872, Maria - daughter of Pahiatua boy 1944, Dorota & Tom - first generation of Polish migrants to NZ - WE HAVE IT ALL COVERED! So tune in to find out about “Our Christmas Downunder”. Merry Christmas! Wesołych Świąt!
