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Stereotypes in interracial relationships can be damaging when stigmas continue to exist in society, especially among Samoans. Social and cultural differences between two individuals of different races can be difficult to navigate. We share stories of our experience with interracial relationships.

Hosted by Johnny Sualevai
Commentary: Atimua Migi, Milford Tiafala, Michael Tan, Spencer Harman

988 has been designated as the new three-digit dialing code for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (now known as the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.

We briefly share our opinions on the uncomfortable topic of abortion and the overturning of Roe v. Wade. What is Roe v. Wade? Did a certain political party play a major role in the Supreme court ruling? When is a fetus considered viable and is granted protection? Should men get vasectomies because states are banning abortion?

988 has been designated as the new three-digit dialing code for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (now known as the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.

Fesauai Thompson shares the challenges and internal struggles he faced after his cancer diagnosis. He empathizes the important of having a strong support system. #cancersucks #cancersurvivor #cancerawareness

Hosted by Michael Tan
Commentary by Fesauai Thompson, Milford Tiafala, and Atimua Migi

988 has been designated as the new three-digit dialing code for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (now known as the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.

We share our opinions on the meaning of the word "comfortable" and how it relates to aspects in our life. Are you comfortable with your present way of living? 

988 has been designated as the new three-digit dialing code for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (now known as the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.

We address our pet peeves at home, work, and out in public. 

988 has been designated as the new three-digit dialing code for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (now known as the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.

We continue our discussion on the Uvalde school shooting, law enforcement training and response procedures, recognizing humanity, and who should be held responsible in shootings. 

988 has been designated as the new three-digit dialing code for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (now known as the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.

We continue our discussion on gun control measures and shootings in the United States. Are you for or against gun ownership? Are political parties using guns to drive an agenda?

988 has been designated as the new three-digit dialing code for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (now known as the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.

What does trust mean to you? To whom do you give your trust? What can people do to regain your trust once it's broken? We talk about the importance of trust and our experience with trusting others.

988 has been designated as the new three-digit dialing code for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (now known as the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.

We share our opinions on the recent school shooting in Uvalde, Texas and discuss gun violence and gun control measures. What is the solution to stopping gun violence?

988 has been designated as the new three-digit dialing code for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (now known as the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.

We continue our discussion on Asian American and Pacific Heritage Month and share our thoughts on Anti-Asian Violence.

988 has been designated as the new three-digit dialing code for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (now known as the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.

What is AAPI heritage month? We share what AAPI is to us and what it means to Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in the United States. 

988 has been designated as the new three-digit dialing code for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (now known as the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.

We are more than sports athletes, security guards, gang members, truckers, ramp agents, soldiers, etc. Not all Samoans are big. We talk about the stereotypes that overshadow the Samoan community.

988 has been designated as the new three-digit dialing code for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (now known as the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.

Every year in the United States, the topic of graduation leis surface. Many schools prohibit wearing leis during graduation commencements. We share our thought on the "no lei" policy.

988 has been designated as the new three-digit dialing code for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (now known as the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.

We talk about trauma that stems from domestic violence and sexual abuse. This is a topic that is kept hush hush within Samoan families because of shame or saving face. Special guests: JohnDemas and Gabriel Frost. 
American Samoa Alliance Against Domestic and Sexual Violence: 
(684) 699-0272
U.S. National Domestic Violence Hotline: 
1-800-799-7233

988 has been designated as the new three-digit dialing code for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (now known as the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.

We talk about the effects of social media and briefly touch on drugs in American Samoa. 

988 has been designated as the new three-digit dialing code for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (now known as the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.

We share our opinions about the ups and downs of being in the military, what benefits you may receive when you leave the service, and what branch to join if you want an "easier" life. 

988 has been designated as the new three-digit dialing code for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (now known as the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.

We share our experience on the recruiting process and why we joined the military from American Samoa.

988 has been designated as the new three-digit dialing code for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (now known as the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.

Part 3. We continue our talk about the influence of culture in our relationships with our siblings and parents.

988 has been designated as the new three-digit dialing code for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (now known as the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.

Part 2. What is your version of a successful relationship? We continue our talk about the influence of culture in our relationships with our significant others and children.

988 has been designated as the new three-digit dialing code for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (now known as the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.

What is your version of a successful relationship? We talk about the influence of culture in our relationships with our significant others, children, siblings, and parents. 

988 has been designated as the new three-digit dialing code for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (now known as the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.