Send us a text In this episode, we take a closer look at Faalavelave, an important Samoan tradition where family and community come together to support each other during big life events like weddings, funerals, or title ceremonies. We share real stories and honest conversations about what Faalavelave looks like for Samoans living in the U.S. and abroad—the good, the tough, and everything in between. It’s about keeping family bonds strong, honoring culture, and figuring out how to balance thes...
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Send us a text In this episode, we take a closer look at Faalavelave, an important Samoan tradition where family and community come together to support each other during big life events like weddings, funerals, or title ceremonies. We share real stories and honest conversations about what Faalavelave looks like for Samoans living in the U.S. and abroad—the good, the tough, and everything in between. It’s about keeping family bonds strong, honoring culture, and figuring out how to balance thes...
EP 97. Toa Ole Afi Pati Levasa: Australia's First Ailao Afi Fire knife Competition.
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1 year ago
EP 97. Toa Ole Afi Pati Levasa: Australia's First Ailao Afi Fire knife Competition.
Send us a text In this episode, join us as we chat with Su'a Andrew Isaako, the cofounder of Pou O Toa, currently based in Brisbane, Australia. Su'a shares the exciting details of the first-ever Ailao Afi Fireknife Competition in Australia, Toa Ole Afi Pati Levasa, set for September. Discover Su'a's rich journey from American Samoa to Brisbane, and how his family's legacy in entertainment inspired the formation of Pou O Toa. We delve into the challenges and passions that drive his fireknife d...
Behind the Lavalava
Send us a text In this episode, we take a closer look at Faalavelave, an important Samoan tradition where family and community come together to support each other during big life events like weddings, funerals, or title ceremonies. We share real stories and honest conversations about what Faalavelave looks like for Samoans living in the U.S. and abroad—the good, the tough, and everything in between. It’s about keeping family bonds strong, honoring culture, and figuring out how to balance thes...
