Pacific Talk Podcast
About
PACIFIC Talk Podcast aims to bring stories to the forefront that will inspire and guide action towards diversity, equity, and inclusion in the Pacific. These are all values that we hope to infuse in our conversations and that we hope to highlight, especially during COVID 19, a time that has drastically isolated many in recent years — in different ways. Per our name, PACIFIC Talk is here to center the voices of the Pacific, people, and communities with lived experience.
Coming Back Soon
Pacific Talk will come back soon to continue the conversation about Pasefika people, their challenges, and victories in this day and age.
Amplifying Veteran's Health
November 9, 2022
In this episode, current President of the American Samoan's Veteran Affairs, Mapu Jamias and retired Staff Sergeant, Asosi Ah Ping sat down with us and shared about how the military shaped their lives; Veteran healthcare; and how COVID-19 affected, and continues to affect, the Veteran community.
Remembering the Human
October 12, 2022
In this episode, we learn about how COVID-19 affected those with cancer. Our guest, Va'aTausili Tofaeono also shares what American Samoa can look forward to in the future with American Samoa Community Cancer Coalition's goal to help prevent cancer amongst individuals.
No Accessibility without Inclusion
April 22, 2022
In this episode, we explore the importance of inclusion and accessibility as a Pacific Island. Our guest, Dr. Rosevonne Pato, President of the American Samoa Community College (ASCC), shares her insight on what she learned in the midst of the COVID pandemic and what she hopes to enforce in the upcoming school year, at ASCC.