Jack and Pat are joined by the multi talented Michel Mulipola, an influential Pacific Artist and Professional NZ/Samoan Wrestler. An awesome conversation with an unique and fascinating individual, who states its ok to be different, use those differences and make a living from them.

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#48 - Drawing Inspiration

In this episode Rua Puia talks about the devastating effects of losing a loved one to suicide and how it tore a community and his family apart with grief and sadness. In 1994 Rua's brother Darryl committed suicide in the back yard of his family home, Rua was the one to find him. Rua also talks about dealing his battles with leukaemia and depression.

#47 - Silver Linings

Jack and pat are joined by Uelese Mua a head chef at one of Auckland's Top Bar and Restaurants Euro Bar. Uelese talks about his journey to becoming a Chef, his time in France and much much more.

#46 - Mixed Culinary Arts

Jack and Pat catch up with Joe Faga a Pacific multimedia guru. We have a chat about Joe's past jobs working for the government his experience in media and the influence he had on Pat as a Photographer.

#45 - Better Late Than Never

Jack joins the team at Talanoa Sa'o (Straight Talk) with Leao Tildsley, Fuiavailili Ala'ilima & Elliot Ikilei. A fascinating conversation discussing s27 (cultural) reports, white privilege and much more.  Talanoa Sa'o can be seen on APNA Channel 36 on Freeview TV Thursdays NZST 7 pm. Or watch at: https://www.facebook.com/watch/103933925071104/258692678968757/

#44 - Straight Talk

Jack and Pat this time host Isaiah Kalava and Camz Schuster from Back of the 135 Podcast; a popular and informative podcast based out of Ranui, West Auckland and, part of a powerful network of podcasts from the Weswes Network. These 13 podcasts also capture conversations with inspiring and influential Māori and Pacific people. A true 'long' conversation touching on cultural identity, 'cancel culture' and definitely the first of many collaborations. Make sure to check out the boys on the below links. WEBSITE: https://www.weswesnet.com/ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6pyJgNGVRn6zRXWvb9IXcg FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/weswesnet INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/weswesnet/

#43 - Birds Of A Feather

Jack joins the team at Talanoa Sa'o (Straight Talk) with Leao Tildsley, Fuiavailili Ala'ilima & Elliot Ikilei. A fascinating conversation discussing: - what exactly are these s27 (cultural) reports? - white privilege - why so much crime in certain groups? - are 'cultural reports' used for discounting sentences only? - Israel/Hamas conflict  Talanoa Sa'o is a conservative Christian show covering current world and local events. Tune in to the show each Thursday at 7 pm on APNA TV Channel 36. https://www.facebook.com/watch/103933925071104/258692678968757/

#43 - Straight Talk

Jack and Pat are joined by the multi-talented TJ Taotua who is an Auckland based singer-songwriter and guitarist. His music is classified as R'n'B, Soul, Jazz fusion and gospel music TJ Taotua has been singing for 18 years, we cover his early life in Porirua, working with Sir Michael Jones and playing alongside the great Jerry Collins. Another fascinating conversation with someone in our community making a difference, and the man was kind enough to finish the episode with a song.

#42 - Latest Offering

Jack and Pat are joined by Leao Tildsley and Elliot Ikilei from Talanoa Sa'o - a Christain, conversation talk show on the APNA Network Freeview Channel  36. A critical conversation covering how Critical Race Theory, Gender Theory and the COVID Vaccine is affecting us all in New Zealand today.

#41 - Worth Dying For

Jack and Pat are joined by Tony Farr the National Sales Manager at Sanitarium NZ. Tony talks about the corporate world and being able to survive in it as a Samoan/Chinese person. We cover racism in the workplace, Sonny Bill Williams retirement, the Samoan Elections, Moana Pasifika and much much more.

# - What's In A Name?

Jack and Pat are joined by the lead singer of the hugely successful NZ Tongan Reggae band Three Houses Down. Charlie covers the origins of the band, his talented son making waves worldwide General Fiyah, what it's like to perform in front of 120,000 fans, The Rock Dwayne Johnson, Charlie's dad and much much more.  Follow Charlie and Three Houses Down on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/threehousesdown/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/charliepomee/?hl=en We do not own the rights to the song at the end of the clip Three Houses Down - Keep Your Culture

# - Keep Your Culture!

Pat and Jack join Cam and Ice from the Back of the 135 Podcast for an awesome conversation about current events movies and a full range of topics of interest to the four horsemen of NZ Pacific podcasts. Back of the 135 Podcast is a popular and informative podcast based out of Ranui, West Auckland and, part of a powerful network of podcasts from the Weswes Network. These 13 podcasts also capture conversations with inspiring and influential Māori and Pacific people. A true 'long' conversation touching on cultural identity. Make sure to check them out at: WEBSITE: https://www.weswesnet.com/ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6pyJgNGVRn6zRXWvb9IXcg FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/weswesnet INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/weswesnet/

# - The Four Horsemen

Jack and Pat are joined by the multi-talented Ramsey Tomokino who talks about his journey as the head coach for Manu Sina. His coaching journey with Auckland Club Suburbs, MAGs and much more. Another fascinating conversation with someone trying to make a difference in our community and abroad.

#37 - Picking Those Gems

In the first Podcast for 2021, Pat and Jack discuss some current events and what has been happening around the world and at home.

#36 - Another Reset

In this catch-up episode, Pat is joined by Paepaetele Geoff Muliaga Brown who after talking about his Covid-19 journey relives his time with the Toa Samoa Rugby League team. See #22 for the first part of this insightful conversation.

#35 - Surviving Toa Samoa

How important are purpose and legacy to you? Each week, join Pat and Jack (and their guests), as they give their perspectives on a wide range of issues, events, and topics that get you comfortable being uncomfortable, tickle your funny bone and answer that eternal question...what am I here to do? So if you're looking to add to your 'knowledge toolbox', this is the podcast for you.

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