Faika: Recent Episodes

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The Faika Podcast highlights and profiles Pacific Islanders in all walks of life winning in their journeys.

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Pastor PK Thompson is the Senior Pastor of the Dominguez Samoan Congregational Christian Church, a PhD student at Claremont School of Theology, and a devoted husband to Meilyn. Together, they’re raising four amazing daughters — Daisy, Asenati, Fonoa, and AJ. From leading his congregation to pursuing a doctorate, Pastor PK shares how culture, purpose, and love guide his path. He’ll also give us a sneak peek into something exciting on the horizon — the Dominguez Samoan Congregational Christian Church will proudly present the Punialava’a USA Tour 2025!

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Afa Ah Loo and Benjamin Powell come on to talk about their fashion show in Salt Lake City later this year.

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Nackie and Carl talk about upcoming events. Concerts, health work, exercise and much more.

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Nackie and Carl talk about "Graduation Season" and review last week's Pasifika Mental Health Conference that took place in West Sacramento Ca.

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Nackie and Carl talk about the community events they attended this past weekend.

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The leaders of the PI organizations putting on the Pasifika Health & Unity Day come on to talk about what the day will hold for attendees.

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Pop artist Tea Elani comes on to talk about her artistic journey and her upcoming release of "Too nice".

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The "Snackie with Nackie" listener winner is chosen this episode. The winner will get to see SWN done live and in person.

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S9 Ep 10 with Yvonne Manupuna

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Known to many as Kali, she serves as the Program Navigator for the Regional Pacific Islander Task Force (RPITF). Proudly of Fijian descent and using she/her pronouns, Kali is dedicated to developing culturally relevant programs that connect Pacific Islanders in Alameda County with essential county resources. Her work ensures these programs are accessible, impactful, and tailored to the unique needs of the community.

Beyond her role with RPITF, Kali is a cultural entrepreneur, passionately teaching and preserving the art of Fijian tapa design, known as Masi, through community workshops and education. Her efforts help strengthen cultural identity and keep traditional practices alive for future generations.

Tonight, we’re excited to dive into her work, her passion for cultural preservation, and the lasting impact of RPITF’s initiatives. You won’t want to miss this conversation!

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Nackie finds out that she does NOT agree with an NBA Greatest of All Time list

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Nackie and Carl talk about the Super Rugby league and community events

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Nackie and Carl talk about time with family and world events.

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The IPS Security Team comes on to talk about their exciting expansion into Save Mart, Lucky's and SaveMaxx grocery chains.

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The IPS Team joins us to discuss their growth and how you can join their team.

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The PI Clinician group comes on to talk about their upcoming Pasifika Mental Health Conference in West Sacramento in May.

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Lenna, Clairesina, and Amelia from the Regional Pacific Islander Taskforce come on to talk about their Moana Movement event and the Sunnyvale Resiliancy Hub.

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Nackie and Carl talk about the Holiday Season, Trump coming into office, Tik Tok Ban and community events.

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Mobile bartender and culinary specialist Alexis Toeaina comes on to talk about her business ventures and giving up alcohol.

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We talk about the results of the election and have Lenna Malietulua from SF Hep B Free on to talk about their event this week.

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We talk about some of the propositions in next week's election and catch up on community events we have attended

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Nackie and Carl detail the upcoming events in the PI community

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Nackie talks about her weekend with WWE and the HoloHolo Music Festival in Sacramento and Stop The Hate data

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SF Hep B Free founder Stuart Fong, Executive Director Richard So and Program Director Lenna Teo-Malietulua come on and talk about their programming and upcoming events.

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Jacob Fatu's meteoric rise after debuting in the WWE a few weeks ago.

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Alina Fa'aola from the Oakland Pacific Islander Network comes on to talk about her organization's upcoming PI Youth & Young Adult Purpose Conference.

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Nackie and Rhythmic Catalysts make a special announcement regarding Josh Tatofi's Bay Area Concert schedule

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The olympics and community events are discussed.

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Sa'a comes on to talk about being the Master or Ceremonies for the upcoming Samoan Flag Day in San Francisco and his work with IPS Nationwide

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Miss Samoa Golden Gate contestants Muliagatele Alize' Foloi Li'aiga, Grace Levalasi Sofia Mauga, Kerina Temukisa Uputasi Pa'ama come on to talk about their journey to the July 25th pageant.

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Nackie and Carl talk about the Summer community events calendar this year

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Annie her family and friends call her Lydia. She’s Samoan and Black, born and raised in San Francisco’s Potrero Hill Projects. Annie is a proud mother of two and has been an operator with Muni/SFMTA for nearly 10 years. She started on buses, then moved to trolleys, Muni Light Rail (trains), and now she’s a GripWoman on SF Cable Cars. She is the 6th woman in the 150-year Cable Car history to become a Grip

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Tiana Nonosina Liufau is a UCLA graduate from the Department of World Arts & Cultures, holding Bachelor of Arts degrees in Cultural Studies and Dance. With an impressive portfolio as a choreographer, Tiana has made significant contributions to the entertainment industry. She has worked as the choreographer for both the original Moana film and its highly anticipated sequel, Moana 2, slated for release in November 2024. Currently, Tiana is also serving as the choreographer for the live-action adaptation of Moana, which is currently in production. Additionally, she has showcased her talents on “So You Think You Can Dance,” further solidifying her reputation as a leading figure in the world of dance.

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A host of PI Community Events are reviewed by Nackie and Carl

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PCA Executive Director Tafilisaunoa Toleafoa and Director of Programming Mavis Boone come on to talk about their work at PCA and the upcoming Pacific Health Gathering on September 29th through October 1st.

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The Polynesian Heritage Awards winners and event is discussed as well as the Fealofani 3T event; both happened on 5/4.

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The show focuses on the Samoan culture and the Pacific Islanders who were drafted and signed as undrafted free agents in the 2024 NFL Draft.

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The 3 T's; tupulaga, talavou, tula'i are the pillars of Fealofani, a youth program focused on culture, art and dance. Their instructors and members come on to talk about their May 4th show at Sala Burton High School in San Francisco.

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On-air personality and owner of The Coconut Wireless Sistah T comes on to talk about her career in radio and communications.

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The Pacific Islander program interns from Sustaining Pasifika Engagement, Advocacy & Knowledge come on to talk about their interaction with the community.

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Neonatal Intensive Care Unit nurse and "football" (soccer) star from the Olympic Qualifier games in Samoa, Leah Manuleleua comes on to talk about her nursing career and athletic endeavors.

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Nackie is back on the show after taking some time away from PBD due to the passing of Tama Kilimi Fulu in San Diego

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Today, we welcome Leila Fa, who is a dynamic force within the Pacific Islander community. Originating from Tonga but raised in the vibrant Bay Area, Leila is not only a certified Step Aerobic instructor but also holds the distinction of being the first Polynesian certified under the Xtreme Hiphop fitness brand, with over 200 instructors worldwide. Recognized for her unwavering support, she was awarded Most Supportive Instructor in 2021 and Instructor of the Year in 2022. Beyond her fitness achievements, Leila co-founded POLY STEP FEST, an annual event uniting Polynesian steppers globally. As the Master Instructor for Northern California and Washington under Xtreme Hiphop, she mentors instructors and oversees the brand's growth. With the upcoming 4th annual Poly Step Fest returning to the Bay Area, Leila continues to inspire with her dedication to fitness, culture, and community.

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Lia comes in to talk about her journey through academia and her role as an influencer as @flip_it_gurl on Instagram. Lia walks through her Masters thesis that details data on the role that food plays in the Samoan community.

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Nackie and Carl talk about all of the different Pacific Islander events coming up in the Bay Area and beyond.

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Samoan comedia Tumua comes on to talk about growing up in Hawaii and his journey to the comedy stage.

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Owner Tino Meki talks about her journey as a Samoan women mobile bartender.

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Bay Area non-profit extraordinaire community organization All My Uso's talks about their upcoming Tahitian dance and drumming program called Fa'amalosi.

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Owner and entrepreneur JP Pasene comes in to talk about his journey as a Samoan / Black community member growing up in the Bayview in San Francisco. JP discusses the support he has received from the Pacific Islander community in the Bay Area.

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President of the Professional Fighters League and combat sports legend Samoan born Ray Sefo comes on to talk about his career and leading the PFL.

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"Mama Dukes Otai" founder and Polynesian entrepreneur Sione Pakalani comes in to talk about his journey as a PI business owner

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Samoan Solutions Board Membe Lita Lene talks about her journey with non-profit / community work. The upcoming Nesian Night Market Place and the Ta'iala youth program are highlighted.

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The owner / co-founder of "Butter and Spice" come in to talk about their catering / restaurant business.

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Nackie is solo this episode as Carl is sick and supporting his Mom's health journey. Aurora Mamea is the interview guest.

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Actress Tupe Lualua and Director Nina Nawalowalo of the upcoming documentary "The Boy Called Piano; the story of Fa'amoana John Luafutu" come on to talk abou the film that premieres in Los Angeles on 11/11 this weekend.

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With the Taika Waititi directed film "Next Goal Wins" coming out on 11/17 the hosts talk to Jaiyah Saelua who is the focus of the film. Originally the story was told in a 2004 documentary about Jaiyah and now the Waititi directed film puts her story on the silver screen. Jaiyah talks about her athletic journey as well as her being the first trans woman to play in a FIFA sanctioned match.

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Nackie and Carl talk about how they met 8 years ago and their trips to the east coast last week.

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Faika S7 Ep 37 - Week in review, Do It For Pua Golf Tournament, SF HepB Free Gala and so much more.

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Nackie and Carl talk about the Murder Mystery night, community events as well as an interview with Central Valley Pacific Islander Alliance's Uriah Blackwell.

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Nackie and Carl talk about their trip to New York and the Heiva Pasifika event there. The arrest of Keefe D for the murder of Tupac is a topic as well as an interview with Malcolm Ahlo from Nackie's attendance at the APPEAL / ADEPT Conference.

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Kauahoa continues the Stop The Hate series with some Pacific Islander youth; some of which are from Kauai. This episode aired originally on July 28th on PBD's Facebook and YouTube pages.

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Kaua talks to young Pacific Islanders about how they deal with different iterations of hate as PI's. This show aired on PBD's YouTube and Facebook Page on 7/28/23.

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Nackie and Carl talk about the upcoming PBD trip to New York to cover the world's largest Tahitian Dance Festival "Heiva Pasifika".

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Nackie and Carl talk about Panipopo pancakes and the Polynesian fighters that were on the UFC 293 PPV.

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All My Uso's (AMU) Executive Director Christine Mauia talks about how AMU is helping "Stop The Hate" through community work.

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Nelson "Kay Dog" Saole, Komisi K. Savaiinaea, Bell "Pineapple" Taulua, Valentino Luafalemana, and Peter Afemata of the Fou Movement talk about how this group of formerly incarcerated Samoan men have changed their lives and dedicated their efforts to giving to the community and helping young people in the same situations that they grew up in.

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Cassandra Stanley comes in to talk about her academic journey, community work and how to deal with hate.

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Cre Mauia, MommaSyl Selling-Tauala and Soma La'a of All My Usos Non-Profit organization talk about the big community event coming up on August 18th.

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Central Valley Community activist Luti Lago'o comes on to talk about the work that his organization is doing and his journey from San Francisco to the central valley.

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Nackie and Carl talk about all of the community events going on this summer and how love beats the #!$%! out of hate.

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Nackie and Carl talk about their coverage of the Pacific Feats Festival this past weekend, their Pasifika Proud, their $20.00 Samoan plate and Iam Tongi's National Anthem contraversy.

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Carl and Nackie talk about Keke Palmer on social media this week and the financial desires of Americans.

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Aisake "Kep" Tui'ono, co-founder of "Elite Financial Team" comes on to talk about his journey and what EFT does for the community.

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Fili Gaoteote and his team talk about the foundation and work that IPS is doing and the growth stage they are in.

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Sam and Cora Tagaloa talk about the impact that the Stag Elite program is having on our community's athletic youth.

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Helen comes on to talk about how she is integrating her work with Dell with Polynesian youth.

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Peninsula Conflict Resolution Center Executive Director Malissa Netana Jones comes on to talk about their big conflict resolution conference coming up June 7-9th.

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SPULU is an amazing entrepreneur who shares his story and what is coming up in the future.

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Carl & Nackie discuss American Idol winner, Iam Tongi, PIT Shine Family Day and so much more

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Iam Tongi's victory on American Idol, the Typhoon in Guam and Tina Turner's passing are the topics for the hosts.

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Bay Area Creative Spulu talks about his upcoming premiere in the first week of June in Oakland, CA.

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Petey and Jasmine talk about the Resiliency Summit they are speakers at

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Entrepreneur Ray Keller talks about his journey growing up as a military kid and how he got started with his own business.

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Calvin Chang of the UCLA Data Policy Lab talks about their current project regarding the further indentification of Pacific Islanders on Federal Forms.

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Sala Josephine Stowers-Kolo, Maua Fatuiva Aluni, Trina Fa'aiuaso and Lemalu Moevao Faimalie talk about their groundbreaking first Pasefika Lawyers Collective conference coming up in Apia, Samoa.

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Founder of Xotic Juice, Darren Tufono talks about the company and coming up as a Polynesian entrepreneur.

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AJ and Mark, founders of 'Nesian Built talk about their entrepreneurial journey and their amazing clothing line.

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Film Director Hinano Tanielu comes on with post-productionist Li'i Tofa come on to talk about their filmmaking journey and their completed film "Sosefina".

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PIEFEST founders Matt and Lola Malele talk about their upcoming event.  

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Nackie and Carl talk about the NBA Dunk Contest, Avatar and William Tongi

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PartyWish company owner Chas Sisavai'iPuefua talks about her entreprenurial journey and the support her family and loved ones have given her.

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Artist, entrepreneur and activist Tracy Williams tells the story of her journey.

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Lenna and the SF Hep B Free team come on and talk about the effects of Hep B on the PI community and the how to stay safe and get tested.

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Entrepreneur Hutch Mauga talks about his journey and inspiration in creating his companies, learning American Sign Language, cooking Samoan dishes, playing the piano and SO much more.

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Sylvia "Momma Syl" Selinger Tauala and Christine "Cre" Mauia talk about their experiences with cancer and health awareness in the Pacific Islander community.

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Nackie and Carl talk about seeing people of color in media lights and the 10 year anniversary of the Journey 2 Empowerment program in Daly City.

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Nackie and Carl talk about the community events they went to and the big community needs assessment that Pasifika Urban Roots completed; Kapasa Fetu'u.

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Megan Taitague chats about being a Pacific Islander in higher education.

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Megan Taitague chats about being a Pacific Islander in higher education.

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The Pasifika collaboartion "Pasifika Urban Roots" team is on to talk about the community needs assessment (Kapasa Fetu'u) that they completed and the upcoming event where they will reveal the findings.

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Nackie and Carl talk about the Matua Motorcycle Club's "Pa'ina" event that they attended on 9/10 as well as UFC 279 and opening day of the NFL 2022 season.  It's also Nackie's Birthday!

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Media creator Pete Toilolo is in-studio to talk about his journey that brought him behind the camera.

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Neo's work as a community ambassador in San Francisco has been eye opening and the growing number of homeless Pacific Islanders is growing.  Come Faika with us.

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Neo's work as a community ambassador in San Francisco has been eye opening and the growing number of homeless Pacific Islanders is growing.  Come Faika with us.

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The feel-good community event of the year in the Bay Area for Pacific Islanders is discussed as well as the new Netflix series about the Manti Te'o story.

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Nackie and Carl talk about WNBA star Britney Griner being sentenced to prison in Russia.

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Filmmaker Peter Filimaua's appeal for support for his project is discussed as well as the Rugby 7's and AMU BBQ coming up in August.

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Willie and Chelsea Tatola talk about their inspirations that led to their creation of the exploding business "Kiss My Boba".

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The founders of Pacific Islanders Encouraging Fun, Engineering, Science and Technology, Matt & Lola Malele come to Faika.

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Nackie and Carl chat it up with PacificFeats event coordinator Lee Andra Leota talk about the huge concert coming up on January 9th at the Santa Clara County Fairgrounds.

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Dacia Taleni and Ka'aumoana Ahina come on to talk about AA and NH/PI Awareness month and the school shooting in Texas.

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Nackie and Carl talk about MC'ing the 4th Annual Polynesian Heritage Awards and the documentary "The Watermen" premiere in Redwood City earlier in the week.

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Project Director for the film about the life and times of Hawaiian Duke Kahanamoku "The Waterman" talks about researching and filming the show which will debut on May 2nd, 2022.

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FireKnife competitor and Trainer Jako Pupuali'i talks about his lifelong journey with the FireKnife dance and it's cultural significance.

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Fresh off of the plane from Orange County, Nackie and Carl recount the red carpet experience at the We Are Samoa Gala Diamond event in Costa Mesa and they talk about the Senate Confirmation hearings for Ketanji Brown Jackson.

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Nackie and Carl talk about Nackie's dog making a jailbreak this week and a dream about the Samoan tradition of fofo massage.

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Nackie and Carl talk about the event that she covered this weekend (PIEFEST) and Queen Liliuokalani.

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The islands of Kiribati are highlighted on this episode with Dr. Ramon, Cassandra Walton and a representative of the Kiribati media Limon.

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Nackie and Carl talk about her experience shooting handguns on Saturday, NFL prospect Daniel Faalele and the economic effects of the Ukraine war.

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Nackie and Carl talk about the Biden nomination of Katanji Brown Jackson for the Supreme Court and the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

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Nackie and Carl talk about the Biden nomination of Katanji Brown Jackson for the Supreme Court and the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

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 Pete Fiso co hosts w/Nackie while Carl has the day off. Our special guest, Freddie Gutierrez was on to share about his journey as a screenwriter.

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Pacific Islander drums are Christiaan's passion and it has taken him around the world as he shares the art with communities and the entertainment industry.

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Sela & Alisi come in to chat.

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Sela Tukia and Mata Finau talk about the efforts to support Tonga after the volcanic eruption on December 20th of last year.

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The Pacific Islander community rallies to support and provide relief efforts to the Kingdom of Tonga.  These efforts and how to participate are detailed on the show.

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Nackie and Carl talk about the 49'ers big playoff win and interview Pacific Islander media content creater Kalolaine Fainu from Papua New Guineau

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The volcano eruption in the Pacific, Jason Momoa's divorce and the Toruar island are the topics of the show for Nackie and Carl

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"Brown Girl Woke" Doris Tulifau and Utopia founder Neo Ve'ave'a come on to talk about what projects and passions they are involved with today. Community based organizations, the church and other topics are discussed.

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Nackie and Carl kick off 2022 with discussions about Carl's jury duty, resolutions, and the passing of Betty White and John Madden.  Ori'ini Kaipara, the Maori broadcaster is also highlighted.

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The final show of 2021 details Nackie and Carl's Christmas and what their plans for 2022 are.

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Singer / songwriter Sifa Tupa talks with Nackie and Carl about his musical journey and losing his wife in September of this year.  His song "Why?" which he sings to and for his wife is highlighted.

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Nackie and Carl talk about Tai "Bam Bam" Tuivasa's "Shooey", community events and Christmas shopping.

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Nackie and Carl talk about the triplets birthday and Snackie with Nackie

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Nackie and Carl talk about Nackie's daughters' wedding in Las Vegas, lots of Birthdays and the birth of her first grandbaby.

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Nackie and Carl talk about the Global Warming Summit in Glasgow and Holiday Travel

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"Samoan Solutions" co-founders Faga Misa and Epi Aumavae talk about their organizational history and their big 5K Turkey Trot coming up later this month.

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Nackie and Carl talk about seeing the movie Dune, Petscan results and upcoming community events.

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Nackie and Carl talk about family events, Gabby Petito and a neighborhood group of Fathers that addressed school violence together

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Nackie and Carl talk about the Giants in the playoffs, Lotu Taimati, and the passing of Hope Faagau Leati

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Fresh off of the Ellen Degeneres Show, Tongan Volleyball coach comes on the Faika broadcast to tell his story of effectively being pushed out from his coaching position at a Denver CO high school.

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Nackie and Carl chop it up with guest host Melodie Masiniai about politics, "Bling Auntie" and Tower Records

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Nackie and Carl talk about their week, Bellator 266 and dogs

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Community leader Manumalo "Malo" Ala'ilima, Dr. Raphael and Doctor Samoa talk about the Oregon Pacific Islander survey results.

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Nackie and Carl talk to new Bellator fighter Bobby Serenio III less than a week away from his debut fight at Bellator 266 at the SAP Center in San Jose CA on September 18th

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Nackie and Carl talk to Ruta Lauleva and Fatima Bin-Bilal about being Doulas and supporting pregnant women.

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Nackie and Carl talk about the Texas Abortion Law, Teini Elisara's gradation and community events.

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Nackie and Carl talk about the Samoan Solutions production "Fagogo O Samoa" that was shown earlier this week at a San Francisco site.

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Nackie and Carl talk about binge watching, family names and King County District Court Judge Fa'amomoi Masiniai joins the show to talk about his journey.

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Brandon Tacadena and Trina Sound from Washington State talk about the vaccine, their involvement with PICAWA and inspirations in their lives.

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Nackie and Carl talk about the new Covid measures, one-year PI birthday parties and the wrongful conviction of Teina Pora

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Nackie and Carl talk about their week and the Olympics

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Nackie and Carl talk about the New Zealand apology for the Morning Raids, Sugar Dating and the Olympics.

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College of San Mateo professor and counselor Melissa Manuofetoa talks about her role at the college and the interview done with her Mother about healthcare.

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UC Berkeley Student Tupou Drake hosts the show and talks about the pandemic and vaccine from a student's perspective with Orin and Meilani.

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Nackie and Carl talk about their trip to Portland for PBD Team Member Lia's wedding

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Hawaiian native artist Lehuauakea talks about being an artist in the pandemic and the vaccination.

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Nackie and Carl talk about their pet peeves and the shows this week

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2021 Olympic Summer Games weightlifting competitor Kuanini "Nini" Manumua from San Francisco talks about her journey to becoming the first women's weightlifter to represent the nation of Tonga.

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Motutama Sipelii host this episode of Koviki Talk - The Next Generation with Maria Dizon and Clare Rachel Villanueva.

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Melisa Laelan, Ruby Lewis and Michelle Pedro come to chat about all the amazing work they're doing in Arkansas.

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Doctor Samoa talks about new data just being released and vaccine hesitancy in the Pacific Islander community in the U.S.

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"Brown Girl Woke" founder Doris Maluseu Tulifau and Le Vasa Island Apparel owner Irae Hosea are the in-studio guests.

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Rev. Fa'aleava comes to Faika about what he's been up to and how he's handling the pandemic.

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The Legend and award winning actress, Rena Owen sits down to chat with Carl & Nackie.

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Amelia Vakalutukali, Destinee Harris and Waisale Serevi join Koviki Talk to speak about Pasifika Narrative - Fijian Community.

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San Francisco Board of Education Vice President Faauuga Moliga and Professor Ursula Siataga talk about the Pre-K Samoan Dual Language program

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Pasifika Wayfinders, JR Kiona, Calson Tiweyang and Atelete Makasini chat about the amazing work they're doing in Washington State with PICA-WA.

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Community Activist Nani Wilson views a video of her Mother Tutu talking about healthcare and discusses elders healthcare in the Pacific Islander community.

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Koviki Talk in language, Kosraean with Shanty Asher.  Her guests Surleigh Tara and Driskell (DJ) Jack.

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Dr. Tai Fa'aleava, Vaelupe Ma'aele and Dr. Siautu Alefoia stop in to talk about Mental Health.

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Nackie and Carl talk about Juneteenth and Father's Day celebrations.

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Nackie and Carl talk about Juneteenth and Father's Day celebrations.

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Joseph Seia with PICA-Wa and Dr. Raynald Samoa stop to talk Koviki vaccination and so much more.

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Community activist and founder of UTOPIA Neo Ve'ave'a comes in to co-host the show.

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Community activist and founder of UTOPIA Neo Ve'ave'a comes in to co-host the show.

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Robin Uata is a Tongan-American entrepreneur from Utah and the Editor in Chief of Pacificus which is a magazine that highlights Pasifika creatives and curates their work for the future. 

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Carl & Nackie talk to Sina Aloitafuna Packer & Fatima Aho about the Pasifika Narratives: Tongan Community.

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Comedian, actress, sketch comedy writer and producer Anette Aga comes in virtually from Hawaii.

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Pacific Islander Therapist, Vaelupe Ma'aele comes to chop it up with Nackie & Carl.

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Pacific Islander Therapist, Vaelupe Ma'aele comes to chop it up with Nackie & Carl.

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Nackie and Carl talk about the NHPI Covid 19 Needs Assessment, Biden's appointment of Krystal Ka'ai and the Prime Minister situation in Samoa.

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Manumalo Ala'ilima, Dr. Raynald Samoa Melisa Laelan join Koviki Talk.

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Nackie and Carl talk about the NHPI Data Dashboard launch, the new Prime Minister in Samoa and Pacific Islanders that fought in the Bellator and UFC events this weekend.

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Doctor Nia Aitaota, Josphe Seia and Doctor Samoa come in to the studio to talk about Covid19 and their organizational direction.

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Nackie and Carl talk about Mother's Day, the vaccine and community based organizations.

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Nackie and Carl talk about Snackie with Nackie, Koviki Talk and the NFL Draft.

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Meet Sosefina Pita and Fualuga Alefosio who talk about their journey of being Pacific Islander entrepreneurs.

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Nackie and Carl talk about the Derrick Chauvin trial guilty verdict, Shock G Passing and PI interests.

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Nackie and Carl talk about "Man Day", Bellator Rising Star Jay Jay Wilson and the Chauvin trail

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Meet the creators of My Little Tonga - a series of children board books.

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Meet the Arkansas Team, Melisa Laelan, Jenitha Henson-Debrum and Michelle Pedro.

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Irae Hosea is the owner of Le Vasa Island Apparel.  Tune in to hear about his journey.

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Nackie and Carl talk about violence against Asians, the Suez canal and racist tweets made by a San Francisco School Board member

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Meet Jake Fitisemanu Jr. and Lisia Satini with the Utah Pacific Islander Health Coalition.

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Meet Ruth Talamoa, Tino Felise, Luci Latu and Kekoa Lopez-Paguyo

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Meet the Inland Empire, Francine Blacksher, David Utuone and Asena Filihia

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We chop it up with Kristian Fanene Schmidt about his amazing journey.

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Nackie and Carl talk about violence against Asian Americans, Juju Smith-Schuster re-signing with the Pittsburgh Steelers and community programs.

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Nackie and Carl talk to May and Tony Manu and Tino and Devon Elisara about their health and life journeys.

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Nackie and Carl talk about Texas ending Covid restrictions, Tanya Masiniai's art and Koviki Talk.

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We talk to Pacific Islander Artists, Tanya Masaniai Ibarra about her journey and art work.

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Mele Faiva Blagojevich, Audrey Alo and Heidi Quenga - these ladies are on the ground daily to help out families cope with COVID and find ways to heal.

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Nackie and Carl talk about Will Fanene and Krit Fanene Schmidt's interview on IG this week which discussed the Samoan words "Meuli" and "Afakasi".

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Carl and Nackie sit down with Bay Area Entrepreneurs, Richard and Mary Manuofetoa and their daughter, Eveline.  Owners of the media/livestream company, EPV Films.  

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Carl and Nackie of PolyByDesign sit down with Keni Lasitani, Teini Elisara, and Tana Lepule to discuss navigating COVID-19 and vaccination in San Diego

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Nackie and Carl talk about learning the Samoan language and the Rock's new show on ABC

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Host Nackie returns to the show after a month absence!

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Carl discusses how you can talk about the COVID-19 vaccine with your loved ones with Va'eomatoka Valu, Dr. Sheri-Ann Daniels, Joseph Seia, and Manumalo Ala'ilima. #PacificIslanderCOVID19 #COVID19 #NHPI #NHPIhealth #PCORI

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Manufou and Reno Anoa'i are the guests and talk about the Samoan Dynasty wrestling family and Rodney Anoa'i "Yokozuna" documentary released last week the WWE entertainment as well as the controversay at Lowell High School in San Francisco.

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Carl talks with Leafa Taumoepeau from Taulama for Tongans and Dr. Kamalei Hamas from Let's Talk Aloha about mental and spiritual health.

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Carl talks with Virginia Luka, Cecilia Heine, Joseph Seia and Manumalo Ala'ilima about their experience with the COVID-19 vaccine.

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Carl and Mack talk about the Gamestop and AMC stock moves.

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Mack and Carl talk about the Bernie meme fascination, the NFL playoffs and the Conor McGregor fight.