Send us a text We're back with hip hop artist and returning guest THT Cyrus for a powerful and heartfelt episode. We dive into the hot-button topic: Should the American National Anthem be sung in other languages?—with surprisingly thoughtful and hilarious takes. We also reflect on June as Men's Mental Health Awareness Month and ask the tough question: Are people out here exploiting others’ struggles for clout or profit? From calling out dirtbag opportunists to sharing our own pasts, it’s a ra...
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Send us a text We're back with hip hop artist and returning guest THT Cyrus for a powerful and heartfelt episode. We dive into the hot-button topic: Should the American National Anthem be sung in other languages?—with surprisingly thoughtful and hilarious takes. We also reflect on June as Men's Mental Health Awareness Month and ask the tough question: Are people out here exploiting others’ struggles for clout or profit? From calling out dirtbag opportunists to sharing our own pasts, it’s a ra...
#108. Mixing More Than Kava: Culture, Connection, and Care
Behind the Lavalava
33 minutes
6 months ago
#108. Mixing More Than Kava: Culture, Connection, and Care
Send us a text In this episode, we dive into the world of kava—what it is, how it’s made, and why it holds such a special place in many Pacific Islander communities. We talk about what really goes on in a faikava and kalapu, the difference between ceremonial and social drinking, and how kava has evolved into a way to connect, support one another, and find peace in tough times. Whether you’ve been around kava your whole life or you’re just curious, this conversation offers an honest, personal ...
Behind the Lavalava
Send us a text We're back with hip hop artist and returning guest THT Cyrus for a powerful and heartfelt episode. We dive into the hot-button topic: Should the American National Anthem be sung in other languages?—with surprisingly thoughtful and hilarious takes. We also reflect on June as Men's Mental Health Awareness Month and ask the tough question: Are people out here exploiting others’ struggles for clout or profit? From calling out dirtbag opportunists to sharing our own pasts, it’s a ra...