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Send us Fan Mail 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...

Send us Fan Mail 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 unst...

Send us Fan Mail Two names. One mission. Countless barriers broken. They are:   F earless — riding waves and breaking norms G rounded — in faith, family, and identity T railblazing — as the first Samoan women in elite surfing R adiant — 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 HOUR...

Send us Fan Mail 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 communi...

Send us Fan Mail 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...

Send us Fan Mail 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...

Send us Fan Mail  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 ne...

Send us Fan Mail 🌊 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...

Send us Fan Mail 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 nati...

Send us Fan Mail 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...

Send us Fan Mail 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 m...

Send us Fan Mail 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...

Send us Fan Mail ✨ 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 is...

Send us Fan Mail   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, sp...

Send us Fan Mail 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...

Send us Fan Mail 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 – “Feed...

Send us Fan Mail 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 sacrific...

Send us Fan Mail  💋 Whether you follow her for the glam , the glow , or the gutsy wisdom —this episode is for every woman who’s ever been underestimated … and every man who needs to listen up. 👑🔥  Tonight, @ lusciousblackwoman steps into THE HOT SEAT — and she’s bringing truth, power, and presence. From the heart to the hustle, she’s here to shift perspectives and spark real conversations.  🎙️...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Pulse of Polynesia , we welcome the incredible Dr. Janet Tunoa to the Hot Seat. A proud Navy veteran, daughter, and newly minted Doctor of Business Administration, Dr. Tunoa shares her journey of resilience, purpose, and healing. From the heartbreaks she endured in the military to the academic battles she fought for her doctorate, her story is one of grit, grace...

Send us Fan Mail Tonight, we turn up the heat as we welcome two powerful women to the Hot Seat — Faga and Epi , the visionary founders behind Samoan Solutions . What started as a passion project to uplift their Samoan community has grown into a full-blown movement—rooted in culture, service, and love. From long nights balancing family life and 9-to-5 jobs, to building programs, these two have show...

Send us Fan Mail  Talofa lava and welcome back to another episode of Pulse of Polynesia: In the Hot Seat — the space where we elevate the voices, stories, and strength of our Pacific people around the world.  Before we dive in, do us a favor — if you love what we’re doing, help us keep this platform thriving by liking, sharing, and following us on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook. You can...

Send us Fan Mail Talofa lava and welcome back to another episode of Pulse of Polynesia: In the Hot Seat — where we elevate the voices, stories, and strength of our Pacific people across the world! Before we dive in, we need your help — if you love what we’re doing, help us keep this movement alive by liking, sharing, and following us on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook . You can also catch...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to another episode of Pulse of Polynesia: In the Hot Seat — where we celebrate the voices, stories, and power of our Pacific people. Our guest today is the definition of strength, service, and soul. From the frigid courts of Anchorage to the roaring stadiums of the NFL, to building a legacy as a father of five, a husband, and a leader in his community — Ma’o Tosi has...

Send us Fan Mail Join us for an insightful and powerful conversation on the Pulse of Polynesia Podcast, as we welcome Susi Feltch-Malohifo'ou, a dedicated advocate and leader in the Pacific Islander community. As the Executive Director of PIK2AR (Pacific Island Knowledge 2 Action Resources), Susi has been a driving force behind empowering Pacific Islander communities by bridging cultural gaps...

Send us Fan Mail Join us for a powerful and heartfelt conversation with an incredible leader, mother, and Leone High School Class of 1996 alumna—Tanya Ma’o-Aab! Tanya’s story is one of strength, perseverance, and purpose. Having lost her father at just 10 years old and experiencing the heartbreak of losing siblings, she learned early on that life is borrowed time—and that every moment counts. She...