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Lima: "Navigating Tongan and Religious Identity" with Elina Tuitupou

Sat, 30 May 2026 04:00:00 -0400

Another week Another Episode, Elina Tuitupou shared about her personal journey growing up in a Tongan while navigating culture and religious identity. She opens up about what it means to be a convert member and how that experience can shape the way she sees herself.

This episode is about understanding, respect, and learning how people can hold both culture and religion in meaningful ways while still staying true to who they are.

Fa: “Behind the Aloha Curtain” What really goes on inside the Polynesian Cultural Center

Fri, 22 May 2026 21:00:00 -0400

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In this episode, we welcome Tyrone Brown as our first guest, where he shares his personal journey and experiences working at the Polynesian Cultural Center. Through his story, we explore how the Polynesian Cultural Center has impacted many lives, helping students grow in confidence, strengthen their identity, and carry their culture with pride. It is also a place where lasting legacies are built, where friendships, skills, and memories continue to shape people long after they leave.

This conversation highlights how working at PCC is more than just a job; for many, it becomes a life-changing experience that influences who they are and who they become.

This podcast is not an official statement by the Polynesian Cultural Center, but rather a collection of our personal experiences and reflections from working there.

Tolu: What is a Polynesian Family?

Fri, 15 May 2026 11:00:00 -0400

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Another Week Another Episode!!

Polynesian families are known for love, strength, and unity but is that the full story? In this episode, we explore the real experiences behind closed doors. From respect vs control, to family loyalty, to the pressure of success and expectations, nothing is off limits.

We dive into why leaving home can feel like betrayal, whether privacy is respected enough, and how culture shapes both pride and pressure in today’s generation.

Lua: Learning and Loving

Sat, 02 May 2026 04:00:00 -0400

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Welcome to a real look at life at Brigham Young University–Hawaii.

In this podcast, we talk about how to apply, what helps you get in, and what to expect when you arrive. We keep it honest about student life being far from home, managing school and work, and adjusting to a campus full of different cultures.

We also talk about real challenges, like U.S. visa issues that have affected students from places like Tonga and Fiji, and how that impacts who gets the chance to come.

And yes, we talk about dating too. The pressure, the culture, and what it’s really like on a small campus where everyone knows everyone.

This podcast is for anyone thinking about BYU–Hawaii or already living it. It’s real, simple, and straight to the point.

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Muamua Part 2 Church & Culture

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 22:00:00 -0400

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Muamua Part 1 Church & Culture

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 02:00:00 -0400

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