The Waka Family Podcast

In this podcast episode, John and Steph engage in a candid discussion about their personal experiences with sex and marriage. Steph opens up about the pressures of occasion sex and the difficulties couples may face in satisfying each other's desires. They explore the societal expectations and marital challenges, particularly post-childbirth, sharing how they navigated a period of diminished intima...

In this podcast episode, Jon and Steph discuss a range of personal and community issues. They talk about an ex-employee's family challenges due to relocation, the cultural implications of baby naming, and the quirks of neighborhood relations involving a barking dog. This is a personal and funny one as they talk family, culture and community. Thanks for joining!

Steph and Jon discuss the challenges of setting up a business and the importance of community support. They emphasize mental health awareness and the need for open communication. The episode also covers their plans for a media company and agricultural exports, specifically black turmeric. They conclude by talking about the importance of adaptability and resourcefulness in business.

Jon and Steph discuss their experiences with natural disasters, the resilience of businesses in Fiji, and gun ownership in America. They also touch on societal issues such as extreme feminism and high suicide rates. The conversation then shifts to the future of global leadership, with a focus on the rise of Islamic countries. They also discuss their personal lives, including their beauty routines...

In this podcast episode, John and Stephanie discuss their different approaches to work and household chores. Stephanie shares her challenges with dyslexia and balancing work, motherhood, and household responsibilities. They also reminisce about their childhood experiences and discuss their experiences with friends and their children. They talk about their recent argument, the pressure to launch a...

Jon & Steph discuss their experience with Leadership Fiji and their role in helping and their year over year growth of the event. The conversation also touches on their communication style during public speaking events and childhood games. They then shift to discussing their podcast and the engagement they receive from listeners. They talk about the possibilities for entrepreneurship in Fiji and t...

In this podcast episode, Steph and Jon discuss their friend's unusual habit of taking bleach showers, their own business ventures and recent successes, their experiences with rugby and rugby culture, and their personal lives. They touch on cultural norms in Fiji, the challenges of living there, and their aspirations for the future. 

In this podcast episode, Jon & Steph discuss various topics including the possibility of having more children, the perception of age and middle age, experiences with pregnancy, and a discussion about sex education and body shaming in church. They reflect on their decision to have two children and share their struggles with pregnancy. The conversation then shifts to the importance of teaching indiv...

Have you ever thought about the most effective way to discipline your children? In this podcast, Jon and Steph share their experiences with physical discipline and the importance of following through with consequences. They discuss the cultural conversation around physical discipline and its potential disappearance, and how discipline, in any form, needs to be done out of love. They also touch on...

In this podcast episode Jon and Steph reflect on the importance of living above reproach, finding meaning in life, coping with loss, and their faith. The episode includes a Q&A segment and a game called "We're Not Really Strangers." Thanks for joining!!

In this episode of the Waka Family Podcast, Jon and Steph discuss the importance of explaining and respecting Fijian culture. They also talk about their podcast set and recording location, as well as the importance of communication and good leadership in business. The conversation shifts to a discussion about discrimination and self-perception, and ends with a lighthearted discussion about their r...

Jon and Steph discuss their experiences with crying, the challenges of running a business in a small town, the importance of mutual respect and balance in a marriage, and the significance of their Christian faith in their business ventures. They also share stories and memories from their childhood and reflect on personal growth. The tone of the conversation is lighthearted, with occasional moments...

In this podcast episode, Stephanie and Jonathan chat about the limited options for quality women's undergarments in Fiji, the difficulties of finding trustworthy assistance, the education system, and the challenges of running a business in Fiji. They also share personal anecdotes about encountering cockroaches, their views on politics, and their experiences with spiritual healing. Stephanie and Jo...

In this podcast episode, Jon and Steph, the hosts, discuss a range of topics, including the Muslim holiday of Eid, the importance of inclusivity and affordability in their coffee shop, personal experiences with health and healthcare, and the best gifts they have given and received. They also touch on topics related to their faith, including forgiveness, living a righteous life, and the end times.

In this podcast episode, Jon and Steph engage in a casual conversation covering a range of topics. They share their experiences and opinions on jokes, coffee, language, AI, and old school maps. The duo also touches on important topics such as education, communication, customer service, and building a strong foundation for a business. Additionally, they express their concerns about the development...

Jon and Steph talk about the pizza restaraunt, how to resove confilict EVERY TIME, opportunities in the South Pacific, the differences between a job and a business, and more. This episode was brought to you by Fresh Tea+Coffee in Seaqaqa, Vanua Levu, Fiji.

Jon and Steph talk about all the recent feedback on social media, tell their origin story, and how you don't need capital to start a business. This episode was brought to you by Fresh Tea+Coffee in Seaqaqa, Vanua Levu, Fiji.

Jon and Steph talk about all the recent feedback on social media, tell their origin story, and how you don't need capital to start a business. This episode was brought to you by Fresh Tea+Coffee in Seaqaqa, Vanua Levu, Fiji.

Jon and Steph discuss weight-loss, dieting, Jon's new twitter account, the Waka Family's new Tiktok, Jonathan's road rage issues, race, religion, and more. Thanks for joining! This episode was brought to you by Fresh Tea+Coffee in Seaqaqa, Vanua Levu, Fiji.

Join Jonathan and Stephanie as they chat about creating conent, business, relationships, and more! This Episode was brought to you by Fresh Tea+Coffee in Seaqaqa, Vanua Levu, Fiji.

Jon and Steph talk about pooing in the ocean, losing your hearing, and more business progress made over the past week. Thanks for joining the conversation. This week's episode was brought to you by The Wet Mammal.

In the darkness because of a dead solar system Jon and Steph talk about the rules they would have for each other if they lived on a sailboat, introduce their new full time content manager, and the need to start open conversations about sexual abuse in our communities. This episode was brought to you by Fresh Tea+Coffee in Seaqaqa, Vanua Levu.

Meet their pet iguana, Fred. Steph and Jon also chat about the new processing, planting, and exporting venture they are looking into starting in Fiji, the new podcast/production studio/office they take possession of this week, and more.  This episode was brought to you by Fresh Tea+Coffee in Seaqaqa, Vanua Levu.

"Stephanie, do you believe that you are delusionsally optimistic about your life?"...that's how Episode 8 starts. THIS MIGHT BE THE MOST RAW CONVERSATION SO FAR.  That question kind of sets the tone for the rest of the episode. They litteraly read incoming business text messages--LIVE--as they came in. Thanks for joining Jonathan and Stephanie for another episode in their journey to creating the m...

In this episode Jonathan and Stephanie talk about buying and selling turmeric in Fiji, the best spearfishing in the world, and our first kiss. Thanks for listening!!