Everyday Fijians: Recent Episodes
Michael Cruz Caudre
Here is Part 2 with the Administrator of the Rakaviti IG page.. once again.. vinaka vaka levu for your support and see you next season!! Moce!!
For the final week and episode of the EF podcast , we are joined with the administrator of the Rakaviti IG page!! With nearly 15k followers and counting! It was an honour to have the Naita on and share his story, his journey and the origins of Rakaviti.. however bearing in mind this will be Part 1 with Part 2 following straight after.. so in saying , hope you enjoy the last podcast of this season (Part 1) and as the saying goes, save the best till last…
Bula listeners !!!, this week had the honour of having Jesoni Katonivere join all the way from the state of UTAH USA !! Despite the time difference , it was a joy to have boy from Cakaudrove come on and share his story as an everyday Fijian!! Hope you listen and enjoy and take something out of it just as I did, in advance my apologies if during the podcast connection does fall out here and there, but hope you get to salvage the majority of the session.. Vinaka!!
This weeks episodes of the Everyday Fijians podcast features Filimoni Nalohevu!! Even with the short notice was thankful the tagane agreed to come on during his stay in Sydney back in March as we were attending the National Youth conference held at the Pentecostals of Sydney.. but do hope you listen and enjoy filis story of simply being an everyday Fijian.. Vinaka!!
This week we resume Part 2 with Mr Henry Elder.. however I just want to apologise to the Tikina of Tunuloa for misspelling Tunuloa last week but hoping to make amends this week.. but in saying that, hope you enjoy part 2 and the final part of Henry Elder.!!
Ni sa bula Vinaka EF listeners!! This weeks episode features Henry Elder! A man that has been involved with sports in fiji for many years, had the opportunity to finally have the gentlemen on and hear him share his story and beginnings.. the conversation was so long that I’ve broken it into two parts, so this week is part one and next week will be part 2!! But till then, hope you enjoy and listen Mr elder share his story as an everyday Fijian..
This weeks episode of the Everyday Fijians podcast features Siti Rokoqo!! Was a wonderful moment to have the young tagane on the podcast share his story and journey and as well his credentials in Rugby.. Siti shares his moments but as well hope you take out some time to hear the west harbour rep, share on being the everyday Fijian.. Hope you listen and enjoy!!
Ni sa bula Vinaka everyday fijian listeners! Welcome to another week!! This week I had one half of the dynamic comedy duo Roq and Cav , Tui Cavuilati join the podcast , but this time Tui shares his story of being active in the garbage industry.. An interesting insight into the garbage industry but also breaking down the stereotypes of being a garbo and how beneficial the job is.. anyway do hope you listen and enjoy and just like Tui , he’s the everyday fijian sharing his everyday story in the everyday world.. Vinaka!!
Bula everyday Fijian listeners, this weeks episode features Robyn Elenoa Harvey!! With links to Macuata and Cakaudrove in Vanua levu, Radini Harvey shares her story from her upbringing till now being a mother and a pastors wife, many insights into the life of Radini Harvey but I do hope in some way or manner you take something out of her story.. just like any other Fijian trying to strive and succeed for the betterment of her immediate and her church family.. Hope you listen and enjoy. Vinaka!!
Ni sa bula Vinaka everyday Fijian listeners!! This week we have Mr Taniela Bolabiu living out in Sydney’s west!! It was a great joy to have uncle Dan on but also it was a miracle!! 😂😂, the reason being because of the amount of rescheduling that had to be done. Any Uncle Dan comes on as an individual that shares his journey from the beginnings of being in fiji to being one of a very few Fijians migrating to Australia with his family , living in Sydney during the 80s to now being a granddad! Hope you listen and hear what Uncle Dan has to say as an everyday fijian.. Enjoy!!
Ni sa bula Vinaka everyday Fijian listeners!!! This weeks guest is my good friend Lai Bognivalu!! Lai shares his story from being a fit athlete with a six pack to now being heavily involved in work and church with a one pack! 😂😂, despite the humour , Lai shares his story from his humble beginnings to where he is now married and having kids of his own.. Hope you listen and enjoy what my tagane Lai has to share.. Vinaka!!!
Ni sa bula Vinaka everyday Fijian listeners!! Yes we are back for another new season!! And yes it’s been a minute!!! But I do hope that since the last episode last year, you’ve listened to past episodes and gain more insight into the life of past guests, this week it’s an honour to speak on mental health as one of the family members share on mental health in the armed services and especially since it’s from his view and perspective… to those wanting to join the army , do take a listen and gain insight as you may learn a few things.. Hope you enjoy the podcast and hear the everyday Fijian share their everyday story in the everyday world..
Ni sa bula Vinaka!! This weeks episode and the final episode of this season features Mr Stevan Ivic!! Stevan has links through his mothers side of the village of Viria in Naitasiri but as well a mixture of European blood as well.. Stevan shares his story and journey, his upbringing, his boxing and many other things as well.. at the time of the recording Stevan was preparing for one of his fights so to see him come away with 4-0 is very wonderful to see.. hope you enjoy the podcast and once again see youse in the next season of the Everyday Fijians podcast!
Had my 1st cousin (Mothers fathers side) Mr Josh brown , join the EF podcast !! Was thankful and blessed to have Josh on and share his story, yarning away and having a few laughs with family, as well giving you the listener an insight into our relationship as cousins and moving on after our loved ones have passed on as the years have gone by.. not only that Josh has aboriginal blood as well but still repping the Fijian side as well.. Hope you listen and enjoy Josh sharing his story as an everyday Fijian..
Ni sa bula Vinaka!! This weeks episode is a continuation of Podcast featuring Mr Qalulu, we continue on where we left off and get straight into the conversation.. Ladies and gentlemen here is part 2!!
Ni sa bula Vinaka everyday Fijians!! This weeks episode features Mr Waisale Qalulu where he shares his story as the everyday Fijian.. this is the 1st part of the episode but hoping in some way or manner this 1st part will make you look forward to the second part of the story.. As a rugby veteran and playing his rugby , wise lays it all out and gives you an insight of his own perspective on the game that they play in heaven and the game which is like the way of life back home in Fiji.. hope you listen and enjoy part one as part two will be out next week.. Vinaka!!
This weeks episodes feature Laura Coriakula, the person behind the Meke Movements Instagram and Facebook page!! Laura shares her story and journey, the creation of Meke Movments, the importance of preserving the Fijian way of life and her part showcasing Fijian craft and dance.. Hope you enjoy the podcast and realise just like Laura, she’s the everyday Fijian!!
This weeks episode is a continuation of last weeks guest featuring Junior Roqica!! Junior continues on his story especially entering the field of advertising with companies such as BIG W and McDonald’s.. Hope you enjoy the second part of the podcast in which just like Junior, being the everyday Fijian, sharing his everyday story in the everyday world!!
Ni sa bula Vinaka Everyday Fijians listeners and welcome to another week!! This weeks episode is a two parter featuring former Fiji bati rep and rugby league veteran Junior Roqica!! Junior shares his beginnings from attending High school in Homebush (Sydney ,Australia) to the well known Rugby league stomping ground of Holy cross college which also was the school of Eloni Vunakece, Junior gives insight into his life but as well other facets in his life that he shares on this episode. Hope you listen and enjoy!! Part 2 will come out next week.. (macawa mai qo)
Ni sa bula Vinaka everyday Fijian listeners and welcome to another season of the everyday Fijians podcast!! To start off the new season we have Ms Sophie Ravatudei as our first guest.. Sophie lays it all out and shares her story and journey, her ups and downs, her trials and triumphs.. but in a way Sophie wants share her story as there may be others going through the same situation.. Hope you listen and take out something from this podcast.. just like Sophie, she’s an everyday Fijian sharing her everyday story in the everyday world.. Vinaka vaka levu..
Ni sa bula Vinaka everyday Fijian followers and welcome to a special podcast episode!! This is just a talanoa session featuring the last guest we had with Ryan Mara, in where we just talk on topics that are totally random and also he asks me questions as well.. Just a way to finish 2022 and hoping you have a safe 2023!!
Ni sa bula Everyday Fijian listeners and welcome to another week but the final episode of season 2022! We continue on with Ryan Mara , as he continues to share his story and his views and thoughts, as well hope you all had a wonderful Christmas and are preparing for new years. But in saying that here’s the second and final part of Ryan’s story as an Everyday Fijian.. enjoy!
Ni sa bula Vinaka Everyday Fijian listeners and welcome to another episode of Everyday Fijians! For this weeks episode, which is the final episode (but broken in two parts) it was a privilege in having Ryan Mara! Ryan shares his story from being born to a Fijian father and Japanese mother to earning two degrees from university and also being in the Australian army.. Ryan shares his ups and downs but also his advice on those wanting to join the army, hope you take something out of the 1st part of this episode with Ryan as he shares his life and journey.. Vinaka!!
Ni sa bula Vinaka Everyday Fijians listeners and welcome to another week! This weeks episode is on the 70th anniversary of the well known Queen Victoria school, from its early days of establishment till now, the school was to be a teaching hub for sons of chiefs in grooming future leaders and diplomats.. Since then the school has made its mark on the Itaukei and Fijian community. As well my apologies if I’ve pronounced the names incorrectly in regards to those who studied or taught at QVS, but in saying my acknowledgment of the fiji times on the article and as well I do hope you enjoy the podcast on QVS celebrating 70 years.. Vinaka!
Ni sa bula Vinaka Everday Fijian listeners!! This weeks episode features an article on Ireland’s only tour of Fiji back in 1976.. A few insights from some of the Irish players back in the day.. Especially the playing conditions and the long tours that occurred during those times. Hope you listen and enjoy!
Ni sa bula Vinaka and welcome to another episode of Everyday Fijians feat Former Balmain tigers rep James Lagiloa, had a great chat with the Luvunavuaka native as he shares his journey from his humble beginnings till present day.. As well gaining insight to some of his stories on the footy field and his recollection of memories of his father the legendary Mr Epeli Lagiloa who mentored and coached rugby greats like the late Seru Rabeni.. hope this episode gives you insight and hope you enjoy the podcast just as I did during the recording.. Vinaka!! Also as well this is the 50th episode which means a lot to me as well so thank you once again..
Ni sa bula EF listeners!! Hope you enjoyed the last episode of the podcast and welcome to another fresh episode feat Mr Abhijesh Chandra all the way from New Zealand!! An artist who who has goals and aspirations to become an expert in his field, Abhijesh shares his story and journey and in saying hope you take something out of it as well just as I did.. Once again hope you enjoy the podcast, Vinaka!!
Ni sa bula Vinaka Everyday Fijian listeners! This weeks episodes continues the second part of our conversation with Mini, and especially his job as a train driver.. but as well sharing more of his story.. Hope you’ve enjoyed minis story and have taken something out of it in some way or manner.. listen and enjoy!!
Ni sa Bula Vinaka everyday Fijian listeners and welcome to another week of the Everyday Fijians podcast! This weeks episode is a first of a two parter featuring Ameniasi Naivogo or simply Mini.. Mini shares his story in this first part of the interview and shares his beginnings and journey of a Fijian raised in the west of Sydney.. Hope you listen and enjoy the 1st part of Mini Naivogo, the train driver from the west. Vinaka!..
Ni sa Bula Vinaka EF listeners and welcome to another season of the everyday Fijians podcast!! To kick off this season , had the joy of having Ebony Morell joining the podcast and she shares her story, her beginnings, her journey.. from going into Private education and now studying at uni, Ebony shares her life… Hope you listen and enjoy the everyday Fijians podcast, in which just like Ebony, sharing her everyday story in the everyday world..
In the final episode of the of the Everyday Fijians podcast, we have Sera Ravatudei who resides in Western Australia, Sera with links to Yavusania in Nadi, and Kadavu, shares her story and journey from being born and raised in the St George area to now living in WA, but also on top of that, being fiji drua and Fijiana rep and as well known for her barnstorming runs which one of them went viral on tiktok and her defence which is like hitting a brick wall, But overall I do hope you enjoy this podcast and just like sera, being an everyday Fijian sharing her everyday story in the everyday world..
Ni sa Bula Vinaka everyday Fijian listeners!! Another fresh episode feat my good friend Mo!! Mo shares his story of his early upbringing especially around the Haberfield area in the Sydney area, attending Ashfield boys and one stage helping the island community in some way or manner.. but as well going through challenging times but it was his faith that brought him through to redemption..Hope you listen and enjoy the Podcast feat Mr Mo Lalakobau!!! Vinaka!!
This weeks Episode of Everyday Fijians features Mr Keenan Hughes.. an up and coming basketball player, who attended Yat-Sen in Fiji to now applying his trade in the USA in the state of Utah.. Was honoured and privileged to hear Keenan’s story and as well the first Fijian I’ve had on this podcast residing in the US, The Everyday Fijian sharing their story in the Everyday world..
Ni sa Bula Vinaka Everyday Fijians listeners, welcome to another fresh episode featuring Seni Sautu, from her upbringing in Melbourne Australia, to living in Fiji for a couple of years as young toddler and now working in the disability sector, Seni shares her story, and her journey and her words of advice in working in the disability sector.. hope you listen and enjoy.. Vinaka!!
Ni sa Bula Vinaka everyday Fijian listeners! Fresh and short episode this week on Women who defended Fiji in the world wars.. the article was published by the Fiji times and thought to share it on this podcast and hoping it would give some insight of the participation of women in fiji during the world wars.. as well thank you for your support for the Everyday Fijians podcast..
This weeks episode of everyday Fijians features Fellow podcaster of the podcast “Beyond the Narrative” Mr Fenton Lutunatabua… it was a joy and honour to have Fenton on and share his story of being an everyday Fijian and sharing his journey from being a caddie on the golf course to now speaking out on the effects climate change has effected the islands, hope you listen and enjoy.. Vinaka
Ni sa bula Vinaka and welcome to a fresh new episode of The Everyday Fijians podcast 2022, Feat Pate Namakadre!!! Pate is our first guest for 2022 and as an everyday Fijian, pate shares his story, his upbringing, his beginnings, his journey and the choices he made that has made him the man he is today, not only that , as Pate ventures into the property market through TMAP (Teach me about Property), pate shares his vision and thoughts on encouraging individuals and families to get into the property and showing that nothing is impossible when you believe..
Tonight’s episode of Everyday Fijians features Mr Harry Alfred Pitt Ugavule, living down in the Wollongong Area in southern NSW, the boy with links to Suvavou and Namalata Bua and Torres Strait island links, shares his story, from being raised in a big family household to meeting, Prince Charles, winning the 2014 NAIDOC art drawing competition, and becoming the main artist for murals and basketball jerseys which include the Illawarra Hawks of the NBL and Indigenous All stars!!.. A talented individual in which he shares his story as an everyday Fijian living in an everyday world sharing his everyday story.. The podcast is available on all media streaming platforms including Apple and Spotify.. Hope you listen and enjoy and don’t forget to subscribe and like… Vinaka vaka levu.. 😁😁👍👍🇫🇯🇫🇯
Fresh new episode feat Wiliam Bogidrau Tuilau aka Vili!.. had the joy and honour of having vili as a guest where he shared his story from his beginnings till now, the importance of the Fijian language and his love for his family and the Fijian way of life.. The podcast episode is available on all media streaming platforms including Apple and Spotify and as well don’t forget to subscribe or give a rating.. Hope you listen and enjoy. And just like Vili he’s the everyday Fijian sharing His everyday story in the everyday world.. Vinaka and take care 😁👍🇫🇯🇫🇯
Today’s episodes features Promising Basketball athlete Tuburu Naivalurua!. From his beginnings as a child being raised in the village till being a person that wants to play in the NBA, Buru shares his journey and what it has taken him to be where he is today.. Listen and enjoy! The everyday Fijians podcast is available on all media streaming platforms including Apple and Spotify..
Today’s episode features Can you be more pacific co-host, Sydney Uni, NSW Waratahs and Wallaroos rep Ms Sera Naiqama! Sera shares her everyday story from her humble beginnings till now and shares how’s she has become the person today.. and having an attitude of just doing it..Have a listen and enjoy! The everyday Fijian sharing their everyday story in the everyday world
Had the privilege of interviewing former fiji bati rep Mr James Keith Storer!.. From his beginnings growing up in the country to playing in 3 rugby league world cups, James shares his story and delivers words of wisdom and encouragement on a podcast which I think young people should listen to especially…. Enjoy and listen and don’t forget to subscribe or like the Everyday Fijians podcast which is available to on media streaming platforms.. Vinaka and enjoy!
Ni sa Bula Vinaka and welcome to another episode of Everyday Fijians!! First of all happy fiji day!!, Happy Fiji language week and a massive congratulations to Fiji Bati Captain Kevin Naiqama on winning his 3rd successful super league title, all of these will be briefly covered in tonight’s episode as well with the history of cannibalism as posted by the Fiji times.. Listen and enjoy and don’t forget to subscribe or like the everyday Fijians podcast.. Vinaka! 😁😁
Today’s episode features an article posted by the fiji times on “ The Samoans of Wailekutu” an interesting insight on the origins of the settlement from where it was to where it is now.. Just shows the many ethnic groups that are residing in the islands of Fiji..
Just a look back at Fijis campaign in the Tokyo Olympics ,my thoughts and views, as well my apologies due to the delayed episode as where I’m based in Sydney NSW is under lockdown but will pursue to put more episodes later on, hopefully you’ll enjoy my views and thoughts on the Olympics especially the medal winning men’s and women’s sevens teams.. Listen and enjoy!
Ni sa Bula Vinaka everyday Fijian listeners and welcome to season 4!!, today’s guest features Ryan Storer, an everyday Fijian sharing his everyday story.. listen to his humble beginnings and now to his modern day craftsmanship. The everyday Fijian sharing their everyday story in the everyday world.. listen and enjoy!! The everyday Fijians podcast is available on all media streaming platforms (Apple, Spotify etc)
Ladies and gentlemen this is the original episode I had with Naca prior to the one I had with him at the fish market , thinking I had lost it but actually it was stored in the library, so hope this one is better and as a way an extra inclusion to Season 3, Listen and enjoy..
Tonight’s final episode features Luke and Megan Koroitamana, owners of the Sweet Bula Cakes, hear their story from their beginnings till now, and as well sharing their experience on the establishment of the Sweet Bula cakes business. Listen and enjoy and see youse for season 4 in June 2021
Today’s episode features, Nathaniel Nakui or as I call Nat or Naca, since he is my cousin, he shares his everyday story of an everyday Fijian, from his beginnings until now.. hope you listen and enjoy.. Vinaka and enjoy!
Through the website of fijilandofourfathers.com had the joy and honour of reading the life of Mr John Abrahams , written by his great grandson Mr Michael Abrahams, from his birth in London England 1850 to his death in Suva Fiji, 1907. Listen and enjoy the podcast on the life of Mr John Abrahams.
On tonight’s episode of everyday Fijians I have the opportunity of sharing memoirs of Mr Ray Baselala and the 15 Fijian men who joined the Royal scots, Kings own Scottish borderers and Scots guards. A great history and an honour to share it on his behalf. Listen and enjoy..
With Manaini Bulu an everyday Fijian and Sydney Uni student from Lau vasu Kadavu sharing her story and journey and also is the administrator of the Talau_Photoblog Instagram page.. Listen and Joy..
With Tia Roko, a lady who has come a long way by sharing her story of her upbringing to social work involving police work in fiji and her involvement with the Kaiviti Silktails.. Sharing her everyday story in the everyday world .. enjoy!
Thought I would take this time to share my story with you, the listener!, as much as I enjoy interviewing other guests, thought I would take this time to share you my story and my journey on the everyday Fijians podcast.. enjoy and vinaka!
With Former Fiji rep Mr Campese Maafu sharing his story and career of being a fiji rep from his journey back then till now, enjoy!!
With Oliver Stewart sharing his story and life as an everyday Fijian.. from his upbringing till now, hope you enjoy.. !!
Season 3 kicks off with Rhonda Naiqama, Sharing her everyday story living in an everyday world from an everyday Fijian, enjoy!..
Our final episode features Recent Avondale University college graduate Eparama Takiveikata, sharing his story from his upbringing till now, and he has moulded into the man he is today.. enjoy and listen to our final episode of everyday Fijians season 2!!..
With Matisse sharing her story of an everyday Fijian living in an everyday world sharing her everyday story and a shout out to Fenton Lutunatabua from beyond the Narrative podcast!!
With Pauliasi Loganimasi founder of “Loganimasi Designs” sharing his story of his artwork, life and other parts as well. Listen and enjoy.. Vinaka!!
Talking with Aseri , the sister of Cav (Tui Cavuilati, co host of can you be more pacific on ABC) sharing her story and views and what’s it like as an everyday Fijian in an everyday world, enjoy!!
Enjoying a conversation with an Endeavour Old boy Puna Rasaubale, hear his story of an everyday Fijian living in an everyday world.. Enjoy and Vinaka!
With Ben and Latai Finn sharing their story of being an everyday Fijian in an everyday world.. as well the Finns being the first couple on the podcast.. Vinaka and enjoy!!
With fijian and southern district women’s rugby rep Memzzzy sharing her story of an everyday Fijian in an everyday world...
Today’s guest featuring Sam Rainima, an everyday Fijian sharing his story the Fijian way..
Chatting with Hezron Sautu on episode 2 of everyday Fijians , Sharing his story of being an everyday Fijian.. enjoy!!
The final of Today’s episode of season one feat Tui Cavuilati and Joseph Rokoqo simply known as Roq and Cav !!, the comedic duo that is taking the social media and general media by storm!!.. enjoy!!..
With Sam Junior the creator and founder of Two Tika clothing, hear his story from his upbringing till now, a challenging road but it has made him the person who he is today. Listen and enjoy!! Vinaka!!
A short tribute to Mr Luke Robin Uluiburotu, As friends he was called by his first name but to us family especially myself, I called him Bubu Qase.. Listen and Enjoy to the late master of bass!!
With Isei Rakula Sovalawa , chatting with the boy from Rewa, his life and experiences from the village to the shores of Australia.. enjoy!!
With Mr Filipe Qativi, an everyday Fijian with an incredible past, born 1945, who has lived a life with many stories and experiences.. enjoy.!!!
With Salome Vakarau founder of the Bula graze business and sharing her story of being an everyday Fijian.. enjoy!!
With Wilson Lotu, a person with a history of missionary grandparents and a job as disability support worker, talking about his upbringing, rugby and many more things