Ke Alaka'i: The Podcast

Introducing our hosts!

February 17, 2023 19:00 - 16 minutes - 11.1 MB

This week we sit down with hosts Hadley Wurtz, Lexi Langley and Eli Hadley and get to know them a bit more!

Love Languages - Valentine's Day Special

February 10, 2023 19:00 - 30 minutes - 21.3 MB

In the spirit of Valentine's Day, Hadley Wurtz and Lexi Langley sit down with Chad and Amanda Ford, professors in the peacebuilding department, and student Sophia Randall to hear their thoughts on love languages! Follow this link to find out your love language. https://www.truity.com/test/love-styles-test

Celebrating Black History Month with Annie Haws, Chenoa Francis and Lindokhule Mbuli

February 03, 2023 18:00 - 32 minutes - 22.4 MB

In celebration of Black History Month, Hadley Wurtz and Lexi Langley sit down with a few members of the Afro World Club's presidency to discuss what Black History Month means to them, how to be educated on the topic and upcoming Afro World Club activities!

Travel Talk – with Emarie Majors and Rahel Meyer

January 20, 2023 19:00 - 31 minutes - 21.4 MB

Lexi Langley and Hadley Wurtz sit down with Emarie Majors and Rahel Meyer and talk story about their travel experiences, travel horror stories and best travel tips for a comfortable trip!

Siblings at BYU–Hawaii

January 20, 2023 19:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MB

Siblings Sam and Akira Regidor join us on this week's episode to talk story about their time here at BYU–Hawaii!

Dating in Paradise - BYUH student's dating experience

January 13, 2023 20:00 - 40 minutes - 27.6 MB

Lexi Langley and Mckenzie Alvarez sit down with Alyvia Buxton, Tutehau Hunkin and Douglas Madruga to talk about their expectations, red flags and the good and bad of dating at BYU–Hawaii.

BYU-Hawaii's Music Man Dr. Daniel Henderson

November 10, 2022 03:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MB

This week we welcome associate professor Dr. Daniel Henderson, in the faculty of culture, language, and performing arts. He is interviewed by hosts McKenzie Alvarez and Levi Fuaga as they discuss the Nat King Cole transcripts, upcoming concerts, and their love of music.

Dr. Erica Glenn Our Very Own Musical Prodigy

November 03, 2022 02:00 - 35 minutes - 24.8 MB

This week on Ke Alaka'i: The Podcast our cohosts Lexi Langley and Mckenzie Alvarez sat down with visiting professor of music and choral activities, Dr. Erica Glenn. Erica Glenn shares her moving story of how she came to BYU- Hawaii and leads us through her journey of a musical-filled life and passion for the arts. She also shares the stories of her humanitarian efforts for Ukraine and her connection to the beautiful country.

Happy Halloween: Spooky stories with the Ghost Club

October 31, 2022 23:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MB

Happy Halloween! Lexi Langley and Levi Fuaga sit down for a spook-filled episode with the BYU-Hawaii Ghost club! They talk about the creation of the Club, Hawaiian Legends, and some Ghost stories from our followers and our hosts!

Mamma Mia Cast: Behind the scenes with the Dancing Queen

October 27, 2022 03:00 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MB

Mckenzie Alvarez and Levi Fuaga talk with some of the cast and crew of the upcoming musical Mamma Mia! Our Guests Cris Wilson, Terrell Wu, and Morgan Mickelsen, share behind-the-scenes info about rehearsals and their love of performing! Mamma Mia! the musical opens Nov. 3rd Follow their Instagram pages @byuhtheatre and @byuhtheatrevlogz

Talking Story with Kukui

October 20, 2022 03:00 - 31 minutes - 22 MB

Lexi Langley and Levi Fuaga interview Sydny Short and Jonah Gunter, the cofounders of Kukui. Follow their Instagram @kukui.laie to learn more about the organization!

Amor por la cultura with Britni Hull and Alan Pineda

October 13, 2022 03:00 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MB

This week McKenzie Alvarez and Lexi Langley welcome Britni Hull and Alan Pineda as they discuss each of their cultures in honor of Hispanic Heritage month. They teach Lexi a bit of Spanish and discuss what they love most about their culture. Join us every week on Wednesday!

Amor por la cultura with Britni Hull and Alan Pineda

October 13, 2022 03:00 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MB

This week McKenzie Alvarez and Lexi Langley welcome Britni Hull and Alan Pineda as they discuss each of their cultures in honor of Hispanic Heritage month. They teach Lexi a bit of Spanish and discuss what they love most about their culture. Join us every week on Wednesday!

Beauty and the Beholder

October 05, 2022 20:00 - 42 minutes - 29.5 MB

This week we welcome Jackie Morris and Nahina Russell as they tackle their experience as black women on campus and how they have found beauty within themselves. We discuss Salma Hayek's quote, “People often say that "beauty is in the eye of the beholder," and I say that the most liberating thing about beauty is realizing that you are the beholder. This empowers us to find beauty in places where others have not dared to look, including inside ourselves.” Tune in every week Wednesday for more ...

Because of a smile with Savaira Veikoso

September 29, 2022 03:00 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MB

This week we welcome one of the happiest people on campus alumni Savaira Veikoso. Savaira talks about her path after graduation, what she is doing now, where she is headed, and how she remains positive despite the stress of life.

Dating on a Rock - an Interview with David Jacobson

September 22, 2022 05:00 - 21 minutes - 14.5 MB

This week we welcome David Jacobson as we chat about dating at BYU-Hawaii. We tackle the topics from the infamous Mutual dating app, the guy-to-girl ratio, what we look for in significant others, and why dating is hard here.

We are back!

September 14, 2022 20:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MB

After a four-month hiatus, Ke Alaka'i the Podcast is back! Our hosts from last season, Kylee Denison and Levi Fuaga are joined by our newest hosts Xyron Corpuz and Lexi Langley. In this episode, we get to know Lexi and Xyron by playing, Would You Rather? Join us every Wednesday for a new episode!

Podcast Highlight

June 07, 2022 20:00 - 5 minutes - 3.46 MB

Tune in to listen to part of a conversation between shark attack survivor Juliun Perkins and our hosts Kylee and Levi. Juliun talks about his encounter with the shark and how he moved forward after the accident. To listen to the whole episode, visit season 4, episode 2.

The slap heard around the world

April 07, 2022 01:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MB

Tune in to listen to our two hosts Kylee and Levi having a talk about the infamous slap and media polarization with original Ke Alakai host and co-editor in chief Michael Kraft and Ke Alaka'i editor Rahel Meyer. Also, it is Michael's last time on the podcast since he will be graduating this semester! Don't miss out on his final goodbye before he leaves to beautiful Florida.

The slap heard around the world

April 07, 2022 01:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MB

Tune in to listen to our two hosts Kylee and Levi having a talk about the infamous slap and media polarization with original Ke Alakai host and co-editor in chief Michael Kraft and Ke Alaka'i editor Rahel Meyer. Also, it is Michael's last time on the podcast since he will be graduating this semester! Don't miss out on his final goodbye before he leaves to beautiful Florida.

Talking engineering with Elizabeth Allen

March 30, 2022 21:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MB

Kylee and Levi talked to the amazing Elizabeth Allen this week! Elizabeth is a field engineer, currently working for the school helping with constructions. Tune in to learn more about her fascinating work!

Talking engineering with Elizabeth Allen

March 30, 2022 21:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MB

Kylee and Levi talked to the amazing Elizabeth Allen this week! Elizabeth is a field engineer, currently working for the school helping with constructions. Tune in to learn more about her fascinating work!

Going to New York with Katie Mower

March 17, 2022 10:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MB

Levi and Michael talk to Ke Alaka'i's art director Katie Mower! Katie talks about her job and her recent field trip to New York with the Ke Alakai staff. She explains how it was to listen to famous comedian Roy Wood Jr talk about nowadays journalism and meet nominated, investigative journalists Jodi Kantor and Megan Thwohey who uncovered the Harvey Weinstein case.

Dr. Blimes and the invasion of Ukraine

March 09, 2022 09:00 - 26 minutes - 17.9 MB

This week on the podcast Levi and Kylee meet with Dr. Rand Blimes to discuss Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Dr. Blimes explains what led up to this, explains some of the current situation, and offers ways people can get involved to help.

Dr. Blimes and the invasion of Ukraine

March 09, 2022 09:00 - 26 minutes - 17.9 MB

This week on the podcast Levi and Kylee meet with Dr. Rand Blimes to discuss Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Dr. Blimes explains what led up to this, explains some of the current situation, and offers ways people can get involved to help.

Girls supporting girls with Hannah Braswell

March 02, 2022 23:00 - 22 minutes - 15.2 MB

On this week's episode we welcome the inspiring Hannah Braswell! Hannah talks about her upcoming project which helps girls in the Laie community and on campus report sexual abuse, dating violence and any other form of abuse to the Title IX office. She is doing an amazing work, so tune in to learn more about girls supporting girls.

Girls supporting girls with Hannah Braswell

March 02, 2022 23:00 - 22 minutes - 15.2 MB

On this week's episode we welcome the inspiring Hannah Braswell! Hannah talks about her upcoming project which helps girls in the Laie community and on campus report sexual abuse, dating violence and any other form of abuse to the Title IX office. She is doing an amazing work, so tune in to learn more about girls supporting girls.

Building bridges with Kamaua Yamamoto

February 23, 2022 23:00 - 22 minutes - 15.1 MB

Tune in for this week's awesome guest Kamaua! He talks about the growing gap between the Laie community and BYUH students and shares his thoughts and experiences on this issue as a native Hawaiian.

Parker Bennett Talks Church Culture

February 17, 2022 01:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MB

Tune in for our awesome guest Parker Bennett! He talked about the importance of faith and the difference between church doctrine and church culture.

Parker Bennett Talks Church Culture

February 17, 2022 01:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MB

Tune in for our awesome guest Parker Bennett! He talked about the importance of faith and the difference between church doctrine and church culture.

Joe Plicka and the Kula Manu

February 09, 2022 23:00 - 20 minutes - 13.8 MB

Aloha! This week Levi and Kylee interviewed Joe Plicka, an English professor at BYUH who is also in charge of the Kula Manu. The Kula Manu is BYUH's literary journal and features poetry, short stories, non-fiction, photography and art in its yearly issues. The deadline for submissions is March 7. They can be found on instagram @kulamanujournal

Surviving a shark attack with Juliun Perkins

February 02, 2022 19:00 - 20 minutes - 14.1 MB

Join us for this week's episode with our special guest Juliun Perkins! Juliun talks about his recovery from a serious shark attack and his advice for moving on with our two hosts Kylee and Levi. Don't miss out on this one!

Surviving a shark attack with Juliun Perkins

February 02, 2022 19:00 - 20 minutes - 14.1 MB

Join us for this week's episode with our special guest Juliun Perkins! Juliun talks about his recovery from a serious shark attack and his advice for moving on with our two hosts Kylee and Levi. Don't miss out on this one!

New beginnings for the Ke Alaka'i podcast

January 27, 2022 01:00 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MB

We are officially kicking off season 4 of the podcast! New hosts Kylee Denison and Levi Fuaga introduce themselves and are so excited for the content we have prepared for this semester. Tune in every Wednesday to see who we bring into the studio! Follow us on Instagram @kealakaipodcast for more podcast updates!

Reunion Special: Olivia Hixson returns!

December 11, 2021 00:00 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MB

This week we had a very special guest on the podcast, Olivia Hixson! Michael and Olivia, the two original hosts of the podcast talked about Olivia's journey through university, and how she reaches for her goals. This was also Michael's final episode as a host on the podcast. Starting next season Kylee Denison will become the full-time host of the podcast and we are so excited for her! Thanks to everyone for listening to this season, and we can't wait for you all to hear what we have in store...

Directing your focus with Spencer Taggart

November 29, 2021 22:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MB

This week Michael and Kylee interviewed Spencer Taggart, an entrepreneurship professor at BYUH. They talked about doing things that make you the most happy, and what to focus on to bring in the most happiness. Join us next week for another great guest!

Embracing light with Taffie Kwok

November 23, 2021 20:00 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MB

This week Michael and Amanda talked with Taffie Kwok, the marketing director at Lumi, a new company who just won the BYUH Great Ideas Competition at BYUH. Listen to them talk about mental health, what it's like starting a business, and much more! This is also Amanda's last episode, thank you for all that you've done Amanda!

Introducing Kylee Denison!

November 16, 2021 02:00 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MB

Since we had to say goodbye to our host Elle, we have brought the amazing Kylee Denison onto the team! We are so excited to have her, and this episode features Amanda and Michael interviewing her and getting to know the new host!

Religious Freedom and Human Dignity at BYUH

November 09, 2021 02:00 - 35 minutes - 24.6 MB

This week Michael and Amanda talked with Regina Shumway, Thomas Nebeker, and Dr. Troy Smith about the Religious FReedom and Human Dignity Initiative at BYU–Hawaii. Listen to learn about the work they are doing to promote religious understanding and empathy among students at BYUH and beyond.

Self expression with Abbie Putnam

November 02, 2021 02:00 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MB

Aloha! This week Michael and Amanda interviewed Abbie Putnam, the Editor in Chief of the Ke Alaka’i. We talked about her desire to be a motivational speaker, the book she is writing, and how she explores new ideas.

Understanding God's Grace with Lindsay Hadley

October 25, 2021 23:00 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MB

This week Amanda and Elle interviewed the entrepreneur Lindsay Hadley! They talked about her life journey, finding God's grace, and how Hawaii has been healing for her. Join us this week for another great conversation with our Laie ohana!

Understanding God's Grace with Lindsay Hadley

October 25, 2021 23:00 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MB

This week Amanda and Elle interviewed the entrepreneur Lindsay Hadley! They talked about her life journey, finding God's grace, and how Hawaii has been healing for her. Join us this week for another great conversation with our Laie ohana!

Personality tests and October magazine

October 19, 2021 02:00 - 27 minutes - 18.9 MB

Aloha! This week on the podcast Michael, Elle and Amanda talked about the October 2021 issue of the Ke Alaka'i, took personality tests, and put Amanda on the hotseat for a quick interview! Listen now to hear all about it

Lexi Mellor shares the magic of music

October 11, 2021 20:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MB

This week Amanda and Michael talked with Lexi Naea of Laie_music! Lexi manages the @Laie_music Instagram account which features musicians from Laie. We talked about her inspiration and what drives her to create, listen to hear Lexi’s musical story!

Haircuts and dreams with Ka’imi Horito

October 05, 2021 03:00 - 22 minutes - 15.3 MB

This week Elle and Amanda take the reigns as they interview Ka’imi Horito the founder and owner of the one and only HI Fade barbershop in Laie. Listen to hear about his goals, the story of HI Fade, and how he manages a business and makes time for being a full time student.

Empathy and love with Iese Wilson

September 27, 2021 23:00 - 31 minutes - 22 MB

Iese Wilson joins us in the studio this week and we had a great conversation about his coming out story, learning to listen with empathy and how to be a loving ally to our LGBTQ family and friends.

Guess who’s back

September 20, 2021 17:00 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MB

Ke Alaka’i: The Podcast is officially back! We’re back with two new hosts Amanda and Elle, along with Michael for our best season yet. This week we introduced ourselves, played would you rather and talked about life at BYUH since the return to campus. Join us this week for a fun episode and stick around for great guests and open conversations this season!

Ke Alaka'i: The Podcast

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