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Pulse of Polynesia

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46 episodes

2 weeks ago

Send us a text Welcome to tonight’s live episode of Pulse of Polynesia! We are joined by Matthew Leituala, founder of Si‘ialofa, for an empowering and insightful conversation you don’t want to miss. Matthew is sharing his journey — from his background and career, to traveling with Troy Polamalu to American Samoa in 2011 🏝️🏈 — and how those experiences inspired the creation of Si‘ialofa. 💡 Tonight’s discussion is packed with knowledge for parents and youth, including: ✅ College readiness &am...

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Send us a text Welcome to tonight’s live episode of Pulse of Polynesia! We are joined by Matthew Leituala, founder of Si‘ialofa, for an empowering and insightful conversation you don’t want to miss. Matthew is sharing his journey — from his background and career, to traveling with Troy Polamalu to American Samoa in 2011 🏝️🏈 — and how those experiences inspired the creation of Si‘ialofa. 💡 Tonight’s discussion is packed with knowledge for parents and youth, including: ✅ College readiness &am...

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Building Brands, Building Futures: NIL Guidance Through Si‘ialofa

Send us a text Welcome to tonight’s live episode of Pulse of Polynesia! We are joined by Matthew Leituala, founder of Si‘ialofa, for an empowering and insightful conversation you don’t want to miss. Matthew is sharing his journey — from his background and career, to traveling with Troy Polamalu to American Samoa in 2011 🏝️🏈 — and how those experiences inspired the creation of Si‘ialofa. 💡 Tonight’s discussion is packed with knowledge for parents and youth, including: ✅ College readiness &am...

2 weeks ago

1 hour 51 minutes

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684 Chillin’ and Beyond: The Rising of Ra2musik

Send us a text We just wrapped and edited the full Pulse of Polynesia episode featuring the one and only Ra2musik (Iosiaratulala “Lala” Fa‘ata‘a) 🙌🏽🔥. His journey is raw, real, and powerful — from his struggles, faith, and resilience to the music that’s inspiring Polynesian communities worldwide. 🎵 Songs you’ll hear about in this episode: 684 Chillin’ (the anthem that put him on the map) Lou Finagalo (deeply personal & moving) Sua mai (an anthem-level track, even used in Fautasi races) ...

2 weeks ago

1 hour 11 minutes

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In the Hot Seat with the one and only Marina Davis!

Send us a text From international stages to Polynesian roots, Marina’s voice and story have inspired audiences worldwide — and tonight, she’s LIVE with us on Pulse of Polynesia! ✨ Follow & Connect with Marina Davis: 🌐 Website: marinadavis.com 📩 Email: mymarinadavis@gmail.com 📱 Contact: +61 422 435 890 📲 Instagram | TikTok | Facebook: @marinadavismusic 💬 Jump in the live chat, ask your questions, and let’s celebrate Polynesian excellence together. Don’t miss this one! #PulseOfPolynesia ...

2 weeks ago

2 hours 4 minutes

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Part 2 Tutuila Histories & Legends 9.6.25

Send us a text If you missed our LIVE episode last Saturday, don’t worry — you can catch the full replay now! 👉 Watch here: https://youtube.com/live/gVUC7ItZZOc?feature=share We covered powerful topics including: ⚖️ Imoa – The Last Execution in American Samoa & Faafofoga Samoa 🏝️ Swains Island / Olohega — Should it be returned to Tokelau? ⛵ The A‘asu Massacre – What if Napoleon was there? 🙏 Missionary John Williams’ fear of Tutuila ⭐ Tutuila’s mysterious Star Mounds Don’...

1 month ago

2 hours 2 minutes

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🔥In the Hot Seat: Haitelenisia Uhila Angilau🔥

Send us a text Talofa lava & mālō e lelei! You’re live with Pulse of Polynesia. Tonight we’re crossing oceans—our Saturday night in the U.S., her Sunday in Tonga—to sit with Haitelenisia “Sia” ʻUhila Angilau: daughter, wife, mother, mentor, advocate, and the storyteller behind Ordinary Tongan Lives and Grace Consultancy. This is a heart-first talanoa about family, faith, finding a voice, and the moments that shaped who Sia is—beyond influence or status. Join the conversation: • Drop whe...

2 months ago

1 hour 22 minutes

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In the Hot Seat with Masada Vuikadavu 8.2.2025

Send us a text He’s got the voice that commands the room 🎙… The lens that freezes moments forever 📸… And the energy that turns ANY event into a celebration 🎉… 🌊 Meet MASADA VUIKADAVU — 📸 Pro Photographer 🎤 Voice-Over Artist & MC 🌏 Cultural Storyteller 💯 Island Vibes, Global Impact 🎯 From the shores of Fiji to the world stage — Masada is bringing his passion, his culture, and his unstoppable energy to Pulse of Polynesia for a conversation you’ll never forget. 📲 FOLLOW & SUPPORT M...

2 months ago

1 hour 58 minutes

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In the Hot Seat witih Lucy & Sive Mata’utia-Jarrard 8.9.25

Send us a text Two names. One mission. Countless barriers broken. They are: Fearless — riding waves and breaking norms Grounded — in faith, family, and identity Trailblazing — as the first Samoan women in elite surfing Radiant — with joy, strength, and purpose 🇦🇸 Repping American Samoa 🌴 Raised in Hawai‘i 👣 Leaving footprints for the next generation of Pacific queens We’re going 3 HOURS DEEP into their story — 🎧 Surfing, sisterhood, cyberbullying, confidence, culture, an...

2 months ago

1 hour 48 minutes

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🌊 Tutuila Histories & Legends – LIVE Podcast 🎙️8.23.25

Send us a text Join Pulse of Polynesia tonight as we dive into the powerful stories, mysteries, and legends of Tutuila. From Governor Terhune’s shocking death at Government House, to the A‘asu Massacre, WWII airstrips, Pan Am Flight 806, the Rainmaker Crash, haunted schools, and the resilience of Samoan children walking miles to school — this episode is packed with history that shaped who we are as a people. ⚠️ Since there is so much to cover, we may not get through it all tonight — if that h...

2 months ago

1 hour 26 minutes

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🎙 Pulse of Polynesia – LIVE with Lee Foliaki 🎙8.16.25

Send us a text From Texas A&M to the NFL Vikings, from the rugby field to building a family financial empire—Lee Foliaki’s story is one of perseverance, culture, and leadership. In this episode, Lee shares his journey as a proud Tongan, former athlete, husband, father of five, and Regional Vice President with Primerica. We’ll dive into: ✨ Growing up in Euless, TX and repping his community ✨ Lessons from chasing the NFL dream ✨ How rugby shaped his mindset after football...

2 months ago

2 hours 20 minutes

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IN THE HOT SEAT: Head Coach Kurt Taufa‘asau

Send us a text Step into the mind of a game-changer. We’re putting Head Coach Kurt Taufa‘asau in the HOT SEAT — and his journey from the South Pacific to the sidelines of NCAA football is nothing short of legendary. 🏈 From Pago Pago, American Samoa ➡️ To the gridiron at Wyoming and the NFL (Raiders, Titans, Colts) ➡️ To winning a National Championship as Head Coach at NMMI ➡️ And now… the new Head Coach of New Mexico Highlands University One of only two Polynesian N...

3 months ago

1 hour 58 minutes

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“Selling Our Seeds: Food, Land & the Fight for Pacific Survival”

Send us a text 🌊 In this powerful and deeply emotional episode of Pulse of Polynesia – In the Hot Seat, our panel dives into two explosive topics shaking the Pacific: • The U.S. commercial fishing shift in American Samoa • The growing threat of deep-sea mining across the Pacific Ocean. 💥 Voices from across the diaspora — and back home — come together to unpack how these policies are impacting our culture, environment, and future generations. From land erosion and ecosystem destruction to th...

3 months ago

2 hours 1 minute

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🌺 LIVE A POWERFUL CONVERSATION WITH ‘ALISI TULUA 🌺

Send us a text She’s one of the fiercest advocates for Pacific Islander justice in America — and she’s just getting started. Join us for a raw, emotional, and empowering In the Hot Seat with Alisi Tulua, Executive Director of the Southern California Pacific Islander (SoCal PICRT) and Project Director of the NHPI Data Policy Lab at UCLA. 💡 From her upbringing in Monterey to her rise as a national voice for NHPI equity... 📊 From fighting for disaggregated data to holding policymaker...

3 months ago

2 hours 15 minutes

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LIVE NOW on Pulse of Polynesia “The Forgotten Wars of Tutuila”

Send us a text Before the signatures, before the flags — there was blood. Tonight, we want to make something clear: We are not historians. We are not experts. But we are Polynesians who care deeply about the truths that were left out of the history books — especially when it comes to Tutuila. This conversation is about highlighting hidden history, questioning silence, and honoring the voices of our ancestors that were pushed into the margins. 🔍 We’re asking: • What really happened duri...

3 months ago

1 hour 56 minutes

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🔥 IN THE HOT SEAT TONIGHT: DJ STAR 🎧🌺

Send us a text From island roots to major events, DJ Star’s journey is a rhythm of resilience, culture, and calling. 🎙️ On Pulse of Polynesia, we sit down with one of the most sought-after DJs repping the islands — to dive into the beats, the battles, and the blessings that shaped his path. 💬 What’s on the setlist tonight: ✅ His origin story & musical evolution ✅ The cultural heartbeat behind his sound ✅ Life, hustle, and staying grounded ✅ What to expect from Book...

4 months ago

1 hour 45 minutes

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🔥 IN THE HOT SEAT: LIUMEITUPOU SIOPE AKAUOLA 🔥

Send us a text On Pulse of Polynesia as we sit down with Liumeitupou Siope Akauola, founder of House9 Foundation — a man who, alongside his wife, has opened his heart and home to students who have been forgotten, abandoned, or overlooked by the system. 🎙️ House9 isn’t just a building. It’s a lifeline. A place where youth in crisis find safety, food, love, and a second chance at life. But this mission needs your support to keep going. 🙏🏽 They need your help to fund House9’s life-saving progr...

4 months ago

1 hour 37 minutes

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In the Hot Seat: with SAG-AFTRA actor, writer, and storyteller Eric Scanlan

Send us a text ✨ Born of Samoan and Filipino roots, Eric’s journey has taken him from a full-ride football scholarship at Duke University to starring roles in Hawaii Five-0, Station 19, 9-1-1 Lone Star, Obi-Wan Kenobi and more. But tonight, it’s not just about the roles — it’s about the man, the mission, and the moments that shaped him. 🔥 This episode is full of heart, humor, wisdom, and island pride — and it’s happening LIVE. 🟢 Click the link to watch now on YouTube! 📍 @PulseOfPolynesia ...

4 months ago

1 hour 42 minutes

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In the Hot Seat with Keiki Misipeka 6.22.25

Send us a text Welcome to another electrifying episode of Pulse of Polynesia – Hot Seat Edition. We place none other than Keiki Misipeka in the spotlight — a powerhouse in Polynesian sports, media, and mentorship. From his roots in American Samoa to the global platforms he's influenced, Keiki’s story is more than inspiring — it’s transformational. We’re diving into identity, legacy, sports diplomacy, and how one voice can shift culture. You’ll hear untold stories, hard-earn...

4 months ago

1 hour 55 minutes

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🔥 In the Hot Seat: Uchenna Faumuina-Eze 🔥

Send us a text Welcome to another powerful episode of Pulse of Polynesia — where we dive deep into the heart of our culture, our challenges, and our truth as Pacific people. 🌺🌊 I am Leaso Filoialii coming to you live from Katy, Texas, all the way up north from Me in Oklahoma Chief Tasi. Tonight in the hot seat "Bridge the Gap: The Story of Uchenna Faumuina-Eze" From discovering his real father later in life to wearing the sacred Pe'a with pride… From the Air Force to a traumatic ...

4 months ago

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: 🌺 WELCOME TO TONIGHT’S LIVE PANEL – PULSE OF POLYNESIA 🌺

Send us a text Tonight, we’re diving into some of the most critical, unspoken issues impacting Polynesian communities across the globe. Our panel of courageous voices is here to unpack these topics, share lived experiences, and spark solutions—together. 🧠 DISCUSSION TOPICS INCLUDE: 👑 Leadership & Nepotism – “Name Over Talent”❄️ Ice Epidemic – “Our Dirty Secret”🍔 Fast Food Crisis – “Feeding Our Own Funeral”⛏️ Environmental Exploitation – “Selling Our Seas”🧬 Mental Health & Generational...

4 months ago

1 hour 31 minutes

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🎙️ LIVE: Panel Discussion – Pulse of Polynesia 🌺

Send us a text Welcome to another powerful episode of Pulse of Polynesia — where we dive deep into the heart of our culture, our challenges, and our truth as Pacific people. 🌺🌊 Tonight is extra special because it falls on Memorial Day we recognize and honor the brave men and women — many from our own Pacific Island communities — who gave their lives in service to this country. Their sacrifice is not forgotten, and tonight’s conversation carries with it the spirit of gratitude and rememb...

5 months ago

1 hour 29 minutes