Kava Sessions
15 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago -At Kava Sessions, Canton Kaumatule brings on successful and inspirational members of the Polynesian community to mix Kava, talk story, and provide a platform for Pacific Islanders to spread their stories and ideas.
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Episodes
#13: Tre Ofahengaue- Building a Business By Developing Young Athletes
September 28, 2020 23:56 - 38 minutes - 53 MBIn this episode, we hear the story of "Level Up Elites", a program created to help young athletes win university athletic scholarships by developing their skills and impressing college recruiters. Learn how Tre Ofahengaue built a successful business by helping young athletes discover and create tremendous opportunities.
#12: Tipa Galeai Returns as a Green Bay Packer!
September 16, 2020 02:09 - 12 minutes - 17.1 MBTipa Galeai is back on Kava Sessions and with great news to share! Tipa was featured in episode 3 of Kava Sessions. In that episode he shared his life story and his lifelong Dream of playing in the NFL. At that time he was an NFL prospect and was predicted to get drafted. In this episode he talks about achieving that goal and receiving an opportunity to play for the Green Bay Packers. Join us in congratulating him in his first step in accomplishing his dreams.
#11: Kona Reeves- WWE Superstar on Life Beyond the Ring
September 05, 2020 18:43 - 47 minutes - 64.9 MBIn this episode of Kava Sessions, we team up with Fire Knife Life Podcast host Rex Tiumalu to interview professional sports entertainer Kona Reeves. He talks about his story behind the ring, and his journey about what it takes to become a NXT/WWE superstar. We also talk about the importance of personal drive and building confidence when growing your ambition to succeed. You can support Wild Samoan Training Center by donating at the link below: https://www.gofundme.com/f/wxwwrestling Yo...
#10: Return of The Fyah - Many more Episodes to come!!!
September 03, 2020 01:56 - 23 minutes - 38.3 MBWe're back and with a lot more uplifting and inspirational content coming soon! In this episode Canton and Kelly give you updates as to whats going on with Kava Sessions as well as an exciting announcement on our next venture! Tune in for a quick episode as Canton and Kelly talk through exciting news as well as talk about keeping your Fyah lit through your personal struggles. You can follow Cheehoo Crew on https://www.instagram.com/cheehoo_crew/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtN9... ...
#10: Return of The Fyah- Many more Episodes to come!!!
September 03, 2020 01:56 - 23 minutes - 38.3 MBWe're back and with a lot more uplifting and inspirational content coming soon! In this episode Canton and Kelly give you updates as to whats going on with Kava Sessions as well as an exciting announcement on our next venture! Tune in for a quick episode as Canton and Kelly talk through exciting news as well as talk about keeping your Fyah lit through your personal struggles. You can follow Cheehoo Crew on https://www.instagram.com/cheehoo_crew/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtN9... ...
#9: Rex Tiumalu- World Champion Fire Knife Dancer on Creating Your Legacy
June 24, 2020 13:56 - 47 minutes - 72.4 MBAloha everyone! For this episode we bring on a World Champion Fire Knife Dancer, Rex Tiumalu. We cover many topics such as the art and culture behind Samoan Fire Knife Dancing. We talk of hard work and perseverance through adversity. We also talk about the issue of Depression and how Rex was able to overcome his own Inner battles. You can follow Rex on: https://www.instagram.com/rexytiumalu/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/inspirethroughfire/ Rex's Podcast "FireKnife Life": h...
#8: Samm and Sher- Instagram Models Brand New to Kava!
May 29, 2020 02:47 - 30 minutes - 41.5 MBIn this episode, Canton and Kelly join performers Samm and Sher to witness Samm's first kava experience while they talk about the grit, passion and adversity required to succeed in the show business. Canton also shares his extensive knowledge of kava, kava history and kava culture. Check out Samm and Sher on social media! Sher's Instagram: @sheradindin Samm's Instagram: @sammilami Samm and Sher's Tic Toc: @Samm_and_Sher
#7: Hella Cut- Rapid Fyah Questions/Fun Facts with Canton & Kelly
May 08, 2020 02:59 - 23 minutes - 32.5 MBThis is the first episode of the Kava Sessions "Hella Cut" series; episodes where we get HELLA cut after having drank multiple gallons of kava, and then have tons of fun talking smack and playing ridiculous games. Come chill, grab a shell and mix with us while we are absolutely cut-as-can-be during these sessions which are meant as a comedic relief from the powerful and inspirational stories normally presented during our typical Kava Sessions episodes. Take a break with us and come get HEL...
#6: Matt Masifilo- Rising to Excellence
May 04, 2020 02:44 - 45 minutes - 61.9 MBMatt Masifilo is the inventor of the famous AluBall, the world's very first consumer kava maker. He is also a Stanford University graduate and a former NFL football player. In this episode, he takes us through his journey of success and his story about how he has risen to such a great level of excellence. Listen to Matt's story and there is no doubt you will walk away feeling more determined to succeed in your own life as well.
#5: Maika Maile- Music, Identity and Revelations
April 24, 2020 16:43 - 1 hour - 103 MBLegendary singer, songwriter and producer Maika Maile Joins Canton Kaumatule in discussing his extremely inspirational and heartfelt story of loss and redemption throughout life. He takes us through how the loss of family members in his childhood fueled his ambitions to succeed as an artist, and ultimately how he ended up finding himself amidst the struggles that the fame of being the lead singer of a very successful band ("There for Tomorrow") brought to him at the peak of their popularity....
#4: Kava Sessions- Purpose
April 10, 2020 20:09 - 23 minutes - 38.3 MBIn this episode, Canton Kaumatule breaks down his background, reasons and motivators for building a platform aimed at inspiring everybody, especially Polynesians, to be the best possible versions of themselves.
#3: Tipa Galeai- Adversity & the Jouney to the NFL Draft
March 13, 2020 02:36 - 59 minutes - 87.7 MBTune into Canton and Tipa's motivating and enlightening conversation while enjoying some Kava!
#2: Ikona Pescaia- Preserving Culture and Community
February 27, 2020 04:17 - 53 minutes - 73.5 MBJoin host Canton Kaumatule in Kava Sessions' latest episode where we get to know musician and entrepreneur Ikona Pescaia. They talk about the importance of preserving the Polynesian culture and community while mixing some kava!
#1: Kamalu Kong- Life, Culture & Entrepreneurship
February 21, 2020 18:39 - 1 hour - 84.7 MBJoin host Canton Kaumatule in Kava Sessions' very first full-length episode where we had the pleasure of mixing kava and getting to know one of Orlando's most influential and inspiring Polynesians! He provides very fascinating and valuable insights on growing up in Hawaii, as well as his many endeavors; Polynesian dancing, entrepreneurship and firefighting.
Introduction to the Kava Sessions Podcast
February 10, 2020 03:12 - 1 minute - 8.23 MBKava Session's host Canton Kaumatule introduces himself and the goal of the podcast; to provide a platform for influential Polynesians to inspire, educate and spread their story.