What Anna Said

When life gets tough, do you quit or keep pushing? 💭 In this inspiring conversation, Pita Tangifolau Mose shares how he turned setbacks into stepping stones. From failing his EMT exam the first time to facing financial struggles in college, Folau never let excuses define him. Instead, he found his purpose, leaned into his gift, and kept moving forward; now crushing his goals on the path to becomi...

Are you feeling overlooked or stuck in a season of waiting? You're not alone and you're certainly not forgotten. In this episode of What Anna Said, we dive into the purpose of the waiting season. Kim shares how God sometimes uses this time to prune us. Sally explains that sometimes the wait is about developing our character so we can handle the very thing we're praying for. And Anna reminds us of...

What started as an empty inbox on the final day of our scholarship deadline turned into an overwhelming response that only God could orchestrate. In this episode, we recap the 2025 scholarship journey, the hard decisions behind the scenes, and how His plan was greater than our own. We also give special thanks to our incredible community partners who made this year possible: Kasitati Foundation, Ti...

This episode, we are missing Kim but still getting together to encourage our listeners to take that next step. Don’t be afraid of change!

Episode 37: From Teacher to Entrepreneur - The Journey of Analyn and Pianolyn Music Studio In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Analyn, a beloved member of our Polynesian community, who shares her remarkable journey from public school teacher to the founder of Pianolyn Music Studio. Discover how she transformed her passion for piano into a thriving business, fueled by a leap of faith and a...

Episode 36: Back to School — Our Homeschooling Journey We’re back after a month off, and we’re excited to share our homeschooling journey! In this episode, Kim and Sally talk about why they chose to homeschool, how they made the switch from public school, and what they hope to achieve together. Sally shares how easy it was to pull her kids out of traditional schooling, and Kim discusses the ups an...

On this episode, we thank you guys for faithfully tuning in and dive right in to reviewing our goals.

In this heartfelt episode, we sit down with Brianna, the founder of Nokelas, a local food business here in Texas. She shares her journey from how to developed her business to the unexpected challenge of being diagnosed with breast cancer. Despite this news, Brianna has found countless blessings through her trial, witnessing the support of her community. Tune in to hear her story of resilience, hop...

In loving memory of Lavinia Asaeli Falahola, we dedicate this episode to her. We know she was so proud of her nephew, Jerry Rivera Jr., and was looking forward to listening to this episode. Please join us as we sit down with Jerry Rivera Jr., recipient of the 2023 Volunteer Youth of the Year award. A dedicated International Baccalaureate student at Euless Trinity High School, Jerry's passion for s...

STAY TUNED TO THE END FOR A SPECIAL TREAT. This episode is part two of a two part series where we dive into why Pauline chose Music Therapy as her major. We also discuss the importance of getting help when you need it and finding the right people to reach out to for help. We enjoyed our time with Pauline as she talked about mental health awareness and shared a special treat with us at the very end...

On this episode, we are honored to have Pauline Grace Heimuli on this platform to share her story with everyone. In this episode, we dive into her family background and how she came to love Jiu Jitsu which led her to wrestling. She gave her very best everyday with her parents' guidance, listened to her coaches, learned from her teammates, and grinded her way to State, placing 2nd at Districts and...

Join us as we sit down with Isaiah Kneubuhl, a recent high school graduate who defied expectations and discovered a hidden talent for acting. Isaiah is one of the five recipients for The Kasitati Legacy Scholarship Program. This scholarship was created to honor the enduring spirit of our grandfather, Sione Kasitati. You can find out more about this by visiting our Facebook page and checking out ​⁠...

In this episode, we sit down with Kim, a brave mama who has been through a lot during childbirth. After a scary experience with her third baby, unexpectedly having to give birth naturally without being prepared, Kim was determined to have a different experience with her fifth child. She took charge, educating herself about childbirth and learning how to manage pain. Kim's story shows her strength...

In this special episode, we share the heartwarming journey of creating a scholarship in honor of our grandfather, Sione Kasitati. Join us as we award 5 deserving high school students and feature one of them as our special guest. Ilaisaane shares her story of perseverance and dedication, attributing her path to her family members. She honors her loved ones who have passed on, like her Aunty Saane,...

In this episode, we dive into the delicate yet important topic of postpartum depression, shedding light on its impact and how to navigate through it. We explore the remarkable power of the mind and the profound influence our words and self-talk have on our well-being. From discussing strategies for positive affirmations to sharing personal anecdotes, we aim to inspire our listeners to cultivate a...

On this episode, we are so excited to sit down with another guest on the pod. This is someone whose energy is so big, you're bound to catch some of it by just standing next to her. Muimui Fonua is a Zumba instructor amongst so many other things. She shares about how she fell in love with Zumba and how much fitness helped her. We sincerely appreciate our guests and thank them for sharing their stor...

This week, we continue hearing from our guest, Fa. She keeps it real and remind us to have fun along the way. Fa's tip for our listeners is simple: start now, no need for fancy gear. Let's get moving and feel great together!

After 23 episodes of sharing our journey as moms rediscovering ourselves, we finally bring on our very first guest, Fa. She's been our source of inspiration and encouragement, reminding us that to care for others, we must first care for ourselves. Fa generously shares her wealth of fitness knowledge, guiding us toward healthier lifestyle habits. In this episode, laughter mixes with tears as we rem...

We just celebrated Kim aka Mama K’s last step class. We sit down over coffee and go over her fitness journey. If you know Kim, you know how much of a workout it is for her to get up on her feet to move. It wasn’t until she found xtreme hip-hop that she really dove into her fitness journey. Special s/o to Leina & Jane who brought step classes out to DFW. Kim encourages our listeners to give yoursel...

We are back with a car episode! Before we start our day, we reflect on our rainy day memories in the islands and share how rain has a purpose. We definitely mean this in a literal sense and figuratively.

Hey guys, today, we take it back! Way back as we reflect on our childhood and the foundation that was laid for where we are today. Our parents made a commitment early in their marriage that has greatly influenced the way that we raise our own families. Tune in and let us know your thoughts!

On this episode, we are following up on our goals. Setting your goals is like planting seeds of success. Each goal you write down is a step closer to achieving your dreams. Make sure you embrace the journey, stay focused, watch your hard work and dedication blossom into accomplishments. Remember, every small step counts, and with determination and perseverance, you'll turn your goals into reality.

This episode, we reflect on the previous week, our commitments, and running on island time. Kim shares a time that she didn’t show up to something she committed to and her reason why. Although it was valid, it didn’t make it right to break her commitment. There are many things we can look back on and see how we may have not kept our word. However, we firmly believe that we MUST take note of that a...

As Kim’s body continues to grow our nephew, we are looking forward to how we will serve our sister in postpartum. After having children, we know what it is like to go through the baby blues and postpartum feelings.

Should children have phones? Should they have unlimited access to the internet? We share a bit of our thoughts and share some experiences we had with social media growing up.