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Moana Nui Podcast

78 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratings

Honoring our ancestors and celebrating indigenous heroes throughout history through storytelling, pop culture, media, and publishing.

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Navigating NHPI Identity: Inclusion in AANHPI Spaces

May 27, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour - 68.9 MB

Join hosts Moana and Dana in a special episode of the Moana Nui podcast as we commemorate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Month, in collaboration with Papa Ola Lokahi. A distinguished group of leaders from various NHPI communities share insights into their transformative work, unique cultures, and ways we can celebrate this significant month and year-round. The luminaries include Lulu Wolfgram of the Pacific Island Knowledge to Action Resources (PIK2AR) organ...

Hawaiian Eats in the Diaspora

May 24, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour - 59.9 MB

Welcome to this special episode of the Moana Nui podcast where we take a mouthwatering exploration into the roots and evolution of Hawaiian cuisine. We're joined by four exceptional culinary minds: Matt Kamara, Chef Brunton Achiu, Chef Kaimana Chee, and Kalani Mack, as they share their experiences and insights on the fascinating story of Hawaiian food. Our discussion ranges from the humble origins of celebrated Hawaiian dishes such as poke to the intricate culinary influences that have bee...

Moʻokūʻauhau Part 2: Tracing Our Ancestry in Hawaii

May 21, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour - 68.5 MB

In honor of the Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander Month, we continue our journey into the fascinating world of Hawaiian genealogy. Listen as we discuss the challenges of tracing one's roots, unveil valuable resources for this challenging yet rewarding journey, and share personal experiences from both hosts and panelists. In this episode of the Moana Nui Podcast, we explore the importance of names in Hawaiian society, the cultural and spiritual significance they embody, how the...

Moʻokūʻauhau - How To Get Started

May 18, 2024 14:00 - 1 hour - 65.9 MB

  Welcome to a special episode of the Moana Nui podcast diving deep into Mo’okū‘auhau – the significant Hawaiian tradition of genealogy. Our hosts Moana and Dana, along with four distinguished guests, share fascinating insights into genealogy tracking within and beyond Hawaiian culture. Balancing personal experiences, practical tips, and intriguing aspects of Hawaiian genealogy, this episode stands as an indispensable guide for those eager to trace their own Hawaiian roots. The discussion ...

Grappling with the Question "Am I Hawaiian Enough?" presented by the Moana Nui Podcast and Papa Ola Lokahi

April 17, 2024 00:46 - 1 hour - 63.3 MB

The Moana Nui podcast delves into the complexities of Hawaiian identity and the question many resonate with: "Am I Hawaiian enough?". We are joined by the vibrant advocate and CEO of Papa Ola Lokahi, Sheri Daniels, who elaborates on the concept of 'Hawaiian Enough' and shares her own journey of grappling with identity, imposter syndrome, and the power of community support. We unpack the multifaceted layers of what it truly means to be Hawaiian, traversing the path of language, activism, col...

Wahine Warriors with Sheri Daniels, CEO of Papa Ola Lōkahi

March 24, 2024 15:27 - 1 hour - 55.2 MB

In this episode of the Moana Nui Podcast, we sit down with Sheri Daniels, CEO of Papa Ola Lōkahi, a pioneering organization dedicated to improving the health and well-being of Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders. Sheri shares her leadership journey and sheds light on the unique health challenges facing Indigenous communities in Hawaii and across the Pacific. From disparities in access to healthcare to cultural barriers in wellness practices, she discusses the multifaceted approach require...

Estate Planning Part Two presented by the Moana Nui Podcast and Papa Ola Lōkahi

March 17, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour - 55.7 MB

Join the Moana Nui Podcast for Part 2 of our Estate Planning mini-series with legal and business professional, Kumu Michelle Manu, JD to gain invaluable insights into securing the future of your assets and loved ones. Whether you're a novice or looking to refine your existing plan, this session will equip you with the knowledge and tools to make informed decisions about the distribution of your estate. You can submit questions (please include the state this involves) to moananuipodcast@gm...

ʻOHANA presented by the Moana Nui Podcast and Papa Ola Lōkahi

March 12, 2024 09:00 - 58 minutes - 53.2 MB

Welcome to a captivating episode of Moana Nui podcast, where we celebrate Hawaiian Language Month with deep insights into one of Hawaiian culture's most profound terms, ʻOHANA. Our guests, Brook Kapukuniahi Parker, AJ "Paki" Perkins, and Elizabeth McGann, share their refreshing perspectives on the depth and breadth of ʻOHANA beyond its common understanding of family. We explore ʻOHANA and break down its true essence in Hawaiian language and everyday life. We journey with our guests through ...

MĀLAMA ʻĀINA presented by the Moana Nui Podcast and Papa Ola Lōkahi

March 10, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour - 55.9 MB

Welcome to a captivating episode of Moana Nui podcast, where we celebrate Hawaiian Language Month with deep insights into one of Hawaiian culture's most profound values, MĀLAMA ʻĀINA. Our guests, Kanoelani Davis, Hope Pualani McKeen, and Keoni Alvarez, share the intricacies of what MĀLAMA ʻĀINA means to them and how they carry on their kuleana within this space. We explore MĀLAMA ʻĀINA and break down its true essence in Hawaiian language to distinguish MĀLAMA ʻĀINA from conventional environ...

KULEANA presented by the Moana Nui Podcast and Papa Ola Lōkahi

March 07, 2024 10:00 - 54 minutes - 49.9 MB

Welcome to the Moana Nui podcastʻs celebration of 'Ōlelo Hawai'i, Hawaiian Language Month, emphasizing the crucial role of KULEANA in our cultural heritage. Our sincere gratitude goes to our sponsor, Papa Ola Lōkahi, and our distinguished panel of experts, who shared their knowledge. We're joined by guest panelists Jeff Renaud, Ikaika Kūkaniloko, and Rachelle Cassetta. From the weighty task of genealogy to the preservation of intergenerational knowledge and social obligations, their narrati...

Estate Planning - Part One presented by the Moana Nui Podcast and Papa Ola Lōkahi

March 07, 2024 02:03 - 1 hour - 55.9 MB

Join the Moana Nui Podcast for our Estate Planning episode with legal and business professional, Kumu Michelle Manu, JD to gain invaluable insights into securing the future of your assets and loved ones. Whether you're a novice or looking to refine your existing plan, this session will equip you with the knowledge and tools to make informed decisions about the distribution of your estate. You can submit questions (please include the state this involves) to [email protected]. This...

ALOHA presented by the Moana Nui Podcast and Papa Ola Lōkahi

March 05, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 57.2 MB

Welcome to a captivating episode of Moana Nui podcast, where we celebrate Hawaiian Language Month with deep insights into one of Hawaiian culture's most profound terms, “ALOHA.” In what promises to be an educational and inspiring session, our guests, Lealoha Kaula and Kamakakēhau Fernandez, educate us on the depth and breadth of 'Aloha,' beyond its common understanding as a simple greeting. We journey with our guests through personal experiences of practicing and propagating Aloha and its i...

PONO and PILINA presented by the Moana Nui Podcast and Papa Ola Lokahi

March 03, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 58 MB

Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Hawaiian culture with the latest episode of the Moana Nui podcast, where hosts Moana and Dana, along with special guests Kanoelani Davis, Hope Pualani McKeen, and Brad Starks, delve into key Hawaiian concepts "Pono" and "Pilina". Discover their personal interpretations of these fundamental principles and gain invaluable insights into the dynamic unfolding of Pono in various aspects of life. Witness an enlightening discussion on cultural heritage and ...

Demystifying Legal Basics with Kumu Michelle Manu sponspored by Papa Ola Lokahi

January 16, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 61 MB

The legal struggles surrounding the Maui wildfires are both intricate and profound. Indigenous communities find themselves at the intersection of environmental conservation, land rights, and the delicate balance between tradition and modernity. As the flames encroach upon sacred lands and vital ecosystems, the urgency to navigate the legal complexities intensifies. Our new Indigenous Legal Insights segment will demystify the legal basics with legal and business professional, Michelle Manu....

Moana Nui Kickstarter Highlights: Hotshot #12 with Michael Watson

January 14, 2024 22:25 - 54 minutes - 49.6 MB

Kickstarter Highlights is a segment that highlights BIPOC creatives and the projects their current projects in production. These episodes introduce you to each creative and provide behind-the-scenes insights into their creative process that not available anywhere else.   This Kickstarter Highlights will be with Hotshot #12 by Michael Watson. Michael Watson's, also known for as the Chat and Draw podcast and founder of Agents of Geekdom network. You can check it out and pledge at fskgo.com! ...

#SocialMedia: The Impact on Culture through the Lens of Created Content presented by Moana Nui and Papa Ola Lokahi

December 14, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 69 MB

Social media continues to transform how individuals and communities all over the world engage with each other. Twitter (aka X), Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube are just a few popular platforms that provide content creators a space to bring new trends, discuss global topics, and a way for activists to share photos of resistance. Social media has proven to be a powerful tool for education, bringing truth in a false news world, and a place that can be scrolled through for hours. This...

Let’s Talk About Paradise

December 05, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 56.3 MB

Lā Kū‘oko‘a (Hawaiian Independence Day) overview of the importance and recognition in which Hawai'i was acknowledged as a Sovereign Nation by the British and France in 1843. "Paradise" is often imagined through ideologies that can be noted as "other-wordly" in a religious sense to a place that is filled with "magical" innuendos. Often malihini and visitors from across the world use such terms as "paradise" to describe Hawai'i as a place of wonder that is inviting and is not filled with capit...

The Importance of Cultural Practitioners presented by Moana Nui Podcast and Papa Ola Lōkahi

November 09, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 56 MB

The number of Kanaka Maoli (Native Hawaiians) being displaced from their ancestral lands continues to increase. Families face compounding challenges, one of which is little to no access cultural practices and practitioners. How does this impact generations of Kanaka Maoli families? In today's episode, our youth (nā 'ōpio) of Mohala Youth Council and KALO Hawaiian Civic Club will lead this important discussion and share their own personal experiences as young Kanaka Maoli living in the dias...

Stories from Maui

October 17, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 57.4 MB

The truth about the aftermath of the Maui fires has disappeared from the national news cycle, but the Moana Nui Podcast and Hoʻakā Mana are committed to ensuring that our moʻolelo (stories) live on through those of us who are strong enough to uplift them when our loved ones are struggling. Hear from our guests: Aaron Kahoʻonei - Kanaka Firefighter Hoʻakā Mana Alakaʻi Jazzy Vanover - Photographer, Creative Director Hosted by Moana McAdams - Founder of the Moana Nui Podcast, Author, NHPI...

Riding the Current with the Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Alliance

October 10, 2023 09:00 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MB

The Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander (NHPI) Alliance is dedicated to improving and increasing access to resources for NHPI community-based organizations in the United States and the U.S. Territories to ensure the well-being of our communities. https://www.nhpialliance.org/ In this episode, weʻll learn more about the NHPI Alliance and their upcoming CURRENTS conference in Washington DC which will be held Oct 19 - 21st at the Royal Sonesta, 2121 P Street NW, Washington, DC 20037. NHPI lead...

Indigenous People vs Capitalism - Should Lahaina Be Opened To Tourists?

October 10, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 61.3 MB

Itʻs been less than 2 months since fires destroyed the historical town of Lahaina. On Aug 8, thousands of Maui residents lost their homes and everything they own. Many are living out of cars or hopping from temporary hotel rooms - if theyʻre fortunate enough to have either of those at all. Suicide rates are up - along with disaster tourism where many tourists are more concerned about taking pictures of the aftermath than helping those in need. Organizations such as Red Cross and FEMA continu...

Kanaka Maoli Authors: Storytellers of Hawaiʻi

October 04, 2023 01:17 - 59 minutes - 54.1 MB

Moʻolelo (stories) are central to Native Hawaiian culture and identity. Moʻolelo connects Kanaka Maoli (Hawaiians) to their genealogy, to place, to one another, to community, and to the natural and spiritual world.   Drawing upon ancestral knowledge, culture, and history of Kanaka ʻŌiwi, the Moana Nui Podcast invited three talented storytellers and cultural practitioners to share their personal moʻolelo of how they became storytellers and why itʻs important to keep our indigenous stories ...

Striking with Intention - Hoʻakā Mana Native Hawaiian Organization

September 26, 2023 09:00 - 37 minutes - 34.2 MB

Hoʻakāʻ Mana is a Native Hawaiian organization with a mission is to inspire healthier families by connecting ‘ohana (families) to Native Hawaiian practices focusing on emotional and mental well-being by establishing indigenous identity foundations through experience and education. In this episode, weʻll share the important work Hoʻakā Mana is doing, starting with the #MalamaMaui project which is focused on the mental health & well being for those directly effected by the Maui Fires by build...

Moana Nui & BlerDCon Presents Cree Summer and Adetokumbo M’Cormack

September 14, 2023 09:00 - 20 minutes - 18.4 MB

The Moana Nui Podcast was invited to BlerDCon to interview their guests and capture this year's con experience! We teamed up with a few guest co-hosts, Alan Z and Jei Kea, to interview these amazing guests and capture some of what happened at BlerDCon! Our first guest is amazingly multi-talented Cree Summer, best known for her role in Freddie Brooks (A Different World) and her numerous voice acting roles such as Numbr 5 (Code Name Kids Next Door), Princess Kida (Atlantis), Susie Carmichael...

Moana Nui & BlerDCon Presents Rachel True and Karan Ashley

September 08, 2023 09:00 - 34 minutes - 31.3 MB

The Moana Nui Podcast was invited to BlerDCon to interview their guests and capture this year's con experience! We teamed up with a few guest co-hosts, Alan Z and Jei Kea, to interview these amazing guests and capture some of what happened at BlerDCon! Our first guest is talented Rachel True, best known for her role in The Craft (Rochelle) and Half Baked (Mary Jane Potman). Our second guest is legendary actress Karan Ashley who best known as her role as Aisha (Yellow Power Ranger) on the M...

Kanaka Diaspora Perspectives presented by the Moana Nui Podcast

September 05, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 68.7 MB

More than 50% of Kanaka Maoli (Native Hawaiians) were "priced out of paradise" and are now living outside of Hawaiʻi. This presents momentous challenges for an ʻāina based community forced to separate from their homeland.  In this episode, weʻll discuss the benefits and challenges of living in the diaspora and how we can better understand and serve the unique needs of our lāhui no matter where we live. Hear from our panelists:  LeaDan Yee – Oʻahu to Korea Kalani Mondoy – Molokaʻi to Los An...

Art and Creativity as Tools for Healing and Connection presented by Moana Nui and Papa Ola Lokahi

August 29, 2023 09:00 - 59 minutes - 54.8 MB

Culture is a crtical part of our identities. Isolation from cultural practices causes damaging effects on Kanaka Maoli health and wellness. This panel will feature Kanaka artists who are using their talents to preserve precious history, culture, and moʻolelo.   Hear from our panelists:  Kamuela Chandler – Illustrator | Actor Brook Kapukuniahi Parker– Artist | Historian Alika Spahn Naihe - Artist | Game Designer  Hosted by Moana McAdams (https://www.moanamcadams.com) Sponsored by Papa Ola...

Ka Aha Lāhui ʻo Olekona (KALOHCC) spotlight presented by Moana Nui and Papa Ola Lōkahi

August 22, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 59 MB

Moana Nui Podcast is proud to announce a new "KULEANA" series sponsored by Papa Ola Lokahi, the premier organization for improving Native Hawaiian health and well-being. One of the goals of this series is to amplify the work of Papa Ola Lokahiʻs continental partners and the critical resources they create for Kānaka Maoli/Native Hawaiians living across the Continent.   Today, our featured partner is Kaʻ Aha Lāhui o Olekona Hawaiian Civic Club (aka KALOHCC) of Oregon and SW Washington, locate...

KULEANA series - E Ala E Hawaiian Cultural Center spotlight presented by Moana Nui and Papa OlaLōkahi

August 15, 2023 09:00 - 57 minutes - 52.9 MB

Moana Nui Podcast is proud to announce a new "KULEANA" series sponsored by Papa Ola Lokahi, the premier organization for improving Native Hawaiian health and well-being. One of the goals of this series is to amplify the work of Papa Ola Lokahiʻs continental partners and the critical resources they create for Kānaka Maoli/Native Hawaiians living across the Continent.     Today, our featured partner is E Ala E Hawaiian Cultural Center, located in Washington DC. With a mission to preserve and...

Which country illegally occupied Hawaiʻi first? Spoiler - itʻs not the United States

August 01, 2023 02:19 - 5 minutes - 5.13 MB

The Moana Nui podcast proudly celebrates July 31st as La Ho’iho’i Ea, Sovereignty Restoration Day, a national celebration in the kingdom of Hawai’i.   Hawai‘i has long been a strategic point on the global map. Some may know about the illegal occupation by the US in the late 1800s, but even fewer are aware of the first illegal occupation in 1843, by the British.   This episode is brought to you with sponsorship from Papa Ola Lōkahi. https://www.papaolalokahi.org/   Follow the Moana Nui Podc...

Negotiation Skills Presented by the Moana Nui Podcast and the Center For Asian Pacific American Women (CAPAW)

July 25, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 59.2 MB

The Moana Nui Podcast and the Center for Asian Pacific American Women (CAPAW) are proud to present the topic of "Negotiation" as part of our ongoing monthly professional development series.   Negotiation skills are important both in the workplace and in personal life. In the workplace, they help you achieve long-term career success, boost productivity & reduce workplace conflicts. In your personal life, they boost your creative & reasoning abilities, make it more difficult for people to tak...

Moana Nui & MomoCon Presents Sixth Raikage 6, Afrococoapuffs, J Michael Tatum & Yaya Han

July 13, 2023 09:00 - 56 minutes - 52 MB

The Moana Nui Podcast was invited to MomoCon to interview their guests and capture last year's con experience! We teamed up with a few guest co-hosts to interview these amazing guests! Our first guest is cosplay couple, Sixth Raikage 6 and Afrococoapuffs who are both amazing cosplayers individually but takes things to a new level with their group cosplays & videos together. Our second guest is legendary voice actor, and writer, J. Michael Tatum, best known as Kyoya Otori (Ouran High Scho...

Ming Chen of the Legendary Comic Book Men

July 04, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 67.2 MB

Ming Chen, is an actor, podcaster, reality television personality, and webmaster associated with Kevin Smith (actor from Clerks, Mall Rats and more). He co-hosts the "I Sell Comics!" and "Ming & Mike Show" podcasts with Mike Zapcic and also starred in the AMC reality series "Comic Book Men." Make sure to LIKE, FOLLOW and SUBSCRIBE to the Agents of Geekdom to watch our episodes and other podcast series. Contact Ming: Twitter: @mingchen37 Facebook: @mingchencbm Instagram: @mingchencbm E-...

Listen To My Voice Presented by the Moana Nui Podcast and the Center For Asian Pacific American Women (CAPAW)

June 27, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 62 MB

The Moana Nui Podcast and the Center for Asian Pacific American Women (CAPAW) presents our monthly talent and personal development series, "Developing Your Talent with Sue Ann!" On the 3rd Thursday of every month at 8:30pm Eastern, you will get tips and advice on various professional, talent and personal development topics. In this episode, Sue Ann Hong hosts a panel of professionals to discuss the topic of "Listen To My Voice". Discussion include: -How do you use your voice? Do you have o...

Hewa? Should Hula and Cultural Practices Be Taught To/By Non-Natives?

May 25, 2023 01:35 - 1 hour - 108 MB

  The month of May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. During the month of May, the Moana Nui Podcast will host four panels to discuss various topics. Hula is the heartbeat of the people of Hawaii. On this panel, we will approach this conversation from different angles and perspectives, from multiple generations and diverse teaching experiences both in and outside of Hawaiʻi. Our panelists help us to understand the kuleana (responsibility) that comes w...

Representing Koko on the Continent

May 19, 2023 00:30 - 1 hour - 66.5 MB

In this episode, we discuss Representing Koko on the continent, moderated by Latoya Simmons. Koko is blood, more specifically blood quantum, which is an important topic to our community. The term Hawaiian often gets confused. Some use the term as to refer to a person who is from Hawaii, but not everybody is actually is ethnic Hawaiian. Interact, comment, and engage with our panelists: • Bree Kalima - Senior Program Coordinator for the Pacific Islander, Asian & Asian American (PIAAA) Student...

Priced Out Of Paradise - How Native Hawaiians Are Forced Off Their Homeland

May 05, 2023 00:30 - 1 hour - 81.3 MB

The month of May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. During the month of May, the Moana Nui Podcast will host four panels to discuss various topics. The first panel is Priced Out of Paradise - How Hawaiians are Forced Off Their Homeland moderated by Moana. Hollywood and mainstream media puts out beautiful side of Hawaiʻi as an island paradise. While Hawaiʻi is a wonderful place to live, the natives of this land face a lot of challenges in our own homela...

Moana Nui and Momocon Presents Khary Patyon and Greg Cipes

January 26, 2023 10:00 - 26 minutes - 24.6 MB

The Moana Nui Podcast was invited to MomoCon to interview their guests and capture last year's con experience! We teamed up with a few guest co-hosts, Alan Z and The Oppai Princess, to interview these amazing guests! Our first guest is an actor and voice actor best known for his voice role of the DC Comics character Cyborg across various films, cartoons, and video games. Khary Payton is also known for his live action performances as Dr. Terrell Jackson on the ABC daytime soap opera General...

Cultural Competency presented by the Moana Nui Podcast and the Center for Asian Pacific American Women (CAPAW)

January 24, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 59.5 MB

In this episode, you will learn: What is Cultural Competency The four components of Cultural Competency, How to assess Cultural Competency and Why Cultural Competency is important Our panelists: • Leona Enright - Business Recruitment Specialist for the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation's (CTUIR) Department of Economic and Community Development • Tiessa R. Leggett - Principal Consultant at Catapult Social Responsibility, LLC and Founding President of BRIDGE Fort Wort...

Geek Speak on Sports presented by the Moana Nui Podcast

January 17, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 62.8 MB

Join the Moana Nui Podcast for Geek Speak On Sports. Our panel of fans talk about the good, the bad, and the ugly in sporting news and games! Our special panelists: • James Herndon - Gamer, Black Nerd, and Sports Enthusiast • Candaysee - Founder of Candiconnections, Socialite, Black Nerd, Cigar Enthusiast • Joy Stephens - Culture Coach, Gamer, Recovering Engineer, and Boss • Furious Jenkins - Engineer, Scientist, Gamer, Black Nerd & Sci-Fi Lover We are now on the Agents of Geekdom Network!...

Moana Nui Podcast & BlerDCon Presents Orlando Jones

November 25, 2022 03:21 - 22 minutes - 21 MB

The Moana Nui Podcast was invited to BlerDCon where we interviewed the talented Mr. Orlando Jones who is known for his amazing work as the African god Anansi aka Mr. Nancy in Starzʻs "American Gods," Dr. Lee in "Drumline," and so much more! In this episode, Orlando shares his thoughts on the future of Afrofuturism, Black speculative fiction, and what it takes to get true, authentic diversity in storytelling. He talks about how his start as a writer drives his work and how he brings his A-ga...

Code Switching - Being POC in the Corporate World (Part 1)

November 08, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 13.8 MB

In a world which you are expected to fit in a box, many people of color, African Diasporan, and indigenous people have consciously and subconsciously relied on cod-switching to survive in a colonized culture. Some code-switch inadvertently that they will slip into a different language or accent without even realizing it or intending to do it. Most code-switch to survive in corporate and commercial environments for their livelihood. Code-switching is often seen as a double edge sword that m...

Reign Talks: Dealing with Burnout presented by the Moana Nui Podcast

November 01, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 64.4 MB

We all hear about burnout but do we know how it affects us both physically and mentally? In this episode with licensed therapist Shae Reigns, you will learn: How to know if you or someone you care about are suffering from burnout;  The signs of burnout; The stages of burnout, and much more. With the craziness of the last 4 years and the pandemic, more and more people are realizing that therapy and breaking unhealthy coping mechanisms are necessary to maintaining mental health.    Fol...

Disneyʻs Pinnochio Presented by the Moana Nui Podcast

October 29, 2022 00:56 - 1 hour - 91.3 MB

Academy Award® winner Robert Zemeckis directs this live action and CGI retelling of the beloved tale of a wooden puppet who embarks on a thrilling adventure to become a real boy. Tom Hanks stars as Geppetto, the woodcarver who builds and treats Pinocchio (Benjamin Evan Ainsworth) as if he were his real son. Joseph Gordon-Levitt is Jiminy Cricket, who serves as Pinocchio’s guide as well as his "conscience"; Academy Award® nominee Cynthia Erivo is the Blue Fairy; Keegan-Michael Key is "Honest"...

Race and Gender Intersectionality presented by the Moana Nui Podcast and the Center for Asian Pacific American Women (CAPAW)

October 23, 2022 02:47 - 1 hour - 68.3 MB

The Moana Nui Podcast and the Center for Asian Pacific American Women (CAPAW) presents our monthly talent and personal development series, "Developing Your Talent with Sue Ann!" On the 3rd Thursday of every month at 8:30pm Eastern, you will get tips and advice on various professional, talent and personal development topics that our audience voted for! On October 20th at 8:30pm Eastern, Sue Ann Hong will have a panel of professionals to discuss the topic of Race and Gender Intersectionality...

She Who Shapes The Land, Pele the Goddess of Fire WIth Mana Comics

October 23, 2022 02:23 - 1 hour - 56.2 MB

Moana Nui Podcast is proud to present Pele, Goddess of Fire in her very own comic series! In this episode, we talk to Chris Koanui the founder and CEO of Mana Comics who is the creator of Hawaiiʻs popular comic book imprint. Pelehonuamea is one of the most feared and respected gods of Hawai'i. Pele is the mother of the red earth, goddess of volcanoes, and is also known as she who devours and shapes the land. This story, set in present day, shows Pele wandering Hawai'i in a world she does n...

She Hulk Attorney-At-Law Panel Review on the Moana Nui Podcast

October 21, 2022 00:30 - 1 hour - 89.7 MB

The Moana Nui Podcast presents She-Hulk, Attorney at Law on our new series, Moana Nui After Dark, where we talk about various Marvel/DC shows and TV series.  "She-Hulk," a new comedy series coming to Disney+, stars Tatiana Maslany as She-Hulk/Jennifer Walters, a lawyer who specializes in superhuman-oriented legal cases. "She-Hulk" will welcome a host of Marvel characters to the series, including the Hulk, played by Mark Ruffalo, and the Abomination, played by Tim Roth. This panel was mod...

Being Proactive presented by the Moana Nui Podcast and the Center for Asian Pacific American Women (CAPAW)

September 16, 2022 00:30 - 1 hour - 60.1 MB

The Moana Nui Podcast and the Center for Asian Pacific American Women (CAPAW) presents our monthly talent and personal development series, "Developing Your Talent with Sue Ann!" On the 3rd Thursday of every month at 8:30pm Eastern, you will get tips and advice on various professional, talent and personal development topics that our audience voted for! Sue Ann Hong hosts a panel of professionals to discuss the topic of "Being Proactive" . Learn more about what being proactive really means, ...

Episode 29: Taking Risks Beautifully with Lashawn Colvin, Creator of the Beautiful Soldiers Graphic Novel

January 11, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 64 MB

Lashawn Colvin is the editor and creator of Beautiful Soldiers, her comic career started in early 2014. As a graphics illustrator, editor, writer and now comic book store owner. The first black woman to own a comic book store in the south! Lashawn Colvin began her art journey at a very young age, however, there was another gift she found herself having. Writing. Her passion for writing and creating stories goes very deep, as a child she drew inspiration for creating stories from one of her...

Episode 28: Weaving 101 Tales of Westeros with Game of Thrones Illustrator Mog Park

January 04, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 53.6 MB

Mog is a world traveler having lived in Australia, Egypt, Africa, Russian when USSR broke down, Japan when the Kobe earthquake hit. She has moved around the US too living in California, Wisconsin, Illinois and then calling Hawaii home. She currently resides in the Los Angeles area. During her traveling she has learned to speak and write in 3 languages.; Korean, Japanese and English. Mog Park is a traditional artist, from Academy of Art University in San Francisco. After graduating, she be...

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