Talanoa Talk Now
by American Samoa Alliance against Domestic & Sexual Violence
Exploring discussions around power and control through a cultural lens in American Samoa. Creating Brave Spaces to Talk Now about domestic and sexual violence in our community. Promoting healing and perpetrator accountability to eliminate violence.
Episodes
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Bullying in our Island Community
Join Monica Veavea, Community Educator, and Judy Matautia, Training Coordinator for the Alliance as they come together for a discussion about bullying in our Island community. This discussion will look at bullying in our community as a whole what it is , what it looks like , how and why it…
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Our Voices Matter : Summer Internship 2026 at the Alliance
Press play to hear our 2026 SIP interns share their perspectives on healthy relationships, consent, domestic and sexual violence prevention, advocacy, and the importance of creating safe, respectful communities. They also share their experiences as interns with the American Samoa Alliance Against...
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STI Awareness Month: Advocating for Safer, Stronger Communities
Tune in and listen as our partners from the HIV/STD/TB/Viral Hepatitis Division under the Department of Health shed light on the importance of STI Awareness Month this April. This episode highlights the realities of sexually transmitted infections, encourages open conversations, and emphasizes…
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Collaborating for Change : Voices from the frontlines
Listen in on this episode of Talanoa Talk Now Podcast as we go mobile at the Women’s Conference, hosted by our partner Pae Male Auli. Listen in as we connect with participants, sharing powerful voices and perspectives on Healthy relationships, respect, safety, empowerment and more! Be part of the...
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Seasons of Growth: Summer Internship 2025 at the Alliance
From first impressions to lasting impact , hear our interns reflect on their summer at the Alliance, the projects that challenged them, and the connections that shaped their journey. Tune in for stories of growth, discovery, and what it truly means to be part of the Alliance.
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"Breaking Ceilings" with Rural Fa'afafine Program : Episode 2 of 2
In episode 2 of this conversation, Jaiyah Saelua, Rural Program Manager, continues to share updates and progress on moving forward with the Alliance Rural Fa'afafine Program, future plans, growing community connections, and the ongoing work to support fa'afafine individuals across the island, and...
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"Breaking Ceilings” with the Rural Faafafine Program : Episode 1 of 2
Press play because in this episode Jaiyah Saelua, Rural Program Manager, shares how the Rural Fa'afafine Program is breaking ceilings and barriers to support the faafafine community in American Samoa. She discusses the unique challenges they face while creating safe spaces at the same time.…
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Unveiling Victims : Episode 4
In the final episode of Unveiling Victims, hosts Karoline Ilimaleota and Yasmin Potoa’e take a powerful deep dive into Changing the Narrative. This episode challenges the way society views and supports victims, exploring how we can break the stigma and reshape community perceptions. Together…
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Unveiling Victims Episode 3
Welcome back to the third episode of our four-part podcast series! Your hosts, Karoline Ilimaleota and Yasmin Potoae, are here again, ready to continue an important and eye-opening conversation about victim-blaming, with a focus on its cultural impact. In this episode, Karoline and Yasmin dive…
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Unveiling Victims Episode 2
Welcome to the second episode of our four-part podcast series! Our talented intern hosts, Ms. Karoline Ilimaleota and Ms. Yasmin Potoae, are back to continue the vital discussion on victim-blaming from a cultural perspective. In this episode, Karoline and Yasmin are joined by Judy and Monica for…
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Unveiling Victims
Welcome to the first episode of our exciting four-part podcast series! Hosted by our amazing intern volunteers, Ms. Karoline Ilimaleota and Yasmin Potoae, this episode dives deep into the topic of victim-blaming from a cultural perspective. Get ready for a lively conversation as Karoline and…
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2024 SUMMER INTERNS RECAP
2024 Summer Interns were able to recap with the Alliance training team on their experience while interning with the Alliance this past summer. Listen and learn more about the Summer Internship Program offered by the Alliance every summer.
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SPEAK UP & BE FREE! Breaking Through Barriers of Family, Cultural & Religious Traditions
Samoan author Mrs Nafanua Manns shares on her book SPEAK UP & BE FREE published in 2020. A daughter of American Samoa, visits home and speaks on how silence from child sexual assault must be broken, and voices must rise and speak out against the veil of tradition. She shares how this experience…
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PARTNERS HIGHLIGHT FEATURING ASG DHSS PT 2
Continue to listen to Paulia Pelenato on behalf of DHSS, as she shares more on services that DHSS continues to provide for the community. She shares success stories as a team and department in moving forward with the work, the kind of impact their work has on the community, how important wellness...
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PARTNERS HIGHLIGHT FEATURING AMERICAN SAMOA GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN AND SOCIAL SERVICES PT 1
Anyone and everyone should listen to Paulia Pelenato, assistant director for DHSS, share about all the services they provide for the people of Tutuila and Manu'a. This podcast reveals why DHSS is all about connecting the community to services and resources that they require and are available…
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HIGHLIGHTING THE WORK OF PARTNERS FEATURING BACK ON TRACK
The Alliance sets out to highlight the work of its many partners, and this episode features the work, vision & mission of Back on Track (BOT). Executive Director of BOT shares the story that laid the foundation for the work of BOT and how it has grown over time. She talks about the organization's...
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2023 SUMMER INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
2023 Summer Internship Program(SIP) participants share their stories about their experiences, work, and learned lessons while spending their summer interning at the Alliance. They also share how the internships aligned with their career goals and aspirations, and whether their expectations were...
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USING OUR SAMOAN LANGUAGE TO ELIMINATE CHILD SEXUAL ASSAULT
American Samoa's very own Dr Kuini Tuaau graduated from California Baptist University with her doctoral degree and has translated into the Samoan language a 'train the trainers' training workbook on eliminating child sexual assault within our community. Join us and understand the Dr's perspective...
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HEALING THROUGH WRITING WORKSHOPS
ASADSV in collaboration with Mary Bordonaro, owner, and founder of Malaga Creative Co, create workshops for the community including survivors/victims of violence and those who are interested in learning about journaling and poetry and how it can help you cope with trauma, practice self-care and...
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FAAFAFINE RURAL PROJECT IN AMERICAN SAMOA
Project Specialist Karallyn Fitisone shares on updates of the Faafafine Rural Project which focuses on the faafafine community of American Samoa. Fitisone shares on goals of the project that included investigating and gathering information on this populations experiences of violence and their…
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YOUNG & INEXPERIENCE RESEARCHER BECOMES ONE WITH A COMPETITIVE EDGE THAT BRIDGES THE GAPS IN RESEARCH
Researcher Karallyn Fitisone shares information on her research as well as her experience as a young Pacific islander researcher faced with several challenges and how she overcame them all while going to school at the same time. She shares how her work is distinct from that of others, and the...
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AMERICAN SAMOA AT PRAXIS INTERNATIONAL
Talanoa Talk Now sits down with advocates Dr. Celestine Nix, Mona Uli, and Farrah Sefo, all 3 who represented American Samoa thru the Alliance, at the Praxis International Advocacy Training. Praxis International Inc. is a nonprofit corporation, that works towards the elimination of violence and...
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DID YOU KNOW AMERICAN SAMOA HAS A STALKING LAW?
Bet you didn't know American Samoa has a stalking law? Tapumanaia Galu Satele shares how stalking is criminalized in American Samoa under code annotated 46.3525, what it means, and the Samoan terms we use to describe the law versus terms more commonly used. Satele shares with Talanoa Talk Now…
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THE WORK & SERVICES OF CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICE
Executive Director of Catholic Social Service, Mrs. Nancy Tagaloa sheds light on the work and services they provide for those in need of support, especially when faced with challenges within families, individuals, etc. She shares about who they serve and the empowerment and awareness which is key...
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ADVOCATING FOR MENTAL HEALTH WITH MS AMERICAN SAMOA
Ms American Samoa 2021-22, Hani Fuimaono shares on her interests and goals on advocating for mental health, self-worth, and self-love, in her capacity as the reigning beauty queen. She describes what she believes what it means to be a modern woman and the qualities a Samoan woman should possess…
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O LE ATUATUVALE MA LE POPOLE VALE I LE VAITAU O ASO FIAFIA
O se faatalanoaga i le leitio o le polokalame o vaiaso taitasi o le MO LOU SILAFIA, na mafai ona faasoa mai ai le atunuu i le tulaga o le atuatuvale ma le popole vale ao tapena atu ma le feagai ai ma aso fiafia i totonu o aiga aemaise foi nofoaga eseese. Faafofoga i le faasoa mai o nisi e…
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BROWN SISTERS CLUB
Marcella Fitisone, founder of BROWN SISTERS CLUB shares on the vision and mission of the club, and how it is impacting today's youth. Fitisone explains how the need for the club was determined and who the club serves, as well as plans for moving forward and expanding into other local high…
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HOW CAREGIVING SERVICES CAN STILL WORK IN A COMMUNITY THAT CARES FOR THEIR OWN
Elizabeth Mailo of Mana Community Support Services shares with Talanoa Talk Now about the challenges and benefits of providing caregiving services in a community with strong cultural beliefs on families caring for their own without outside support. This interview with Liz is an eye opener and...
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TAUSIGA MA LE SAUAINA O MATUA
O SE FAATALANOAGA MAI LE POLOKALAME O LE LEITIO O LE 'MO LOU SILAFIA', TAITAIA E JUDY MATAUTIA MA ENOKA TUPAI. NA MAFAI ONA FAASOA MAI LE ATUNUU I LE TAUSIGA MA LE SAUAINA O TAGATA MATUTUA I TOTONU O AIGA, AEMAISE O NISI O LUITAU, TIUTE MA LE MATAFAIOI O FANAU MA AIGA I LE GAFATAULIMAINA O LATOU...
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THINGS WE DONT LAUGH ABOUT!
Laughing Samoan Eteuati Ete and wife Mele Wendt are a brave and inspiring pair, who bare it all with TALANOA TALK NOW on family violence. The courageous couple was not laughing when they shared on the turbulent early years of their marriage, addressing their shame and fear, their process of...
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O LE FAATUMAUINA O LE SOIFUA MANUIA MA LE SOIFUA MALOLOINA FAALE-MAFAUFAU
Se tasi foi lenei o faatalanoaga i le polokalame o le leitio o le MO LOU SILAFIA, na mafai ona faapupula atili ai e Judy Matautia mai Le Mau, le taua o le faatumauina o le soifua manuia ina ia maua ai pea le soifua maloloina faale-mafaufau, aemaise o lona sootaga i le faaitiitia o sauaga i totonu…
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GENDER EQUALITY INCLUDING THE TRANSGENDER COMMUNITY, PT 2 OF 2
The dialogue continues with the transgender community on gender equality, some of the barriers and challenges they face in todays society especially in a cultural community. Founder of IMPACT and college educator, Jayleen Chun talks about her work in empowering and reminding young transgender...
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GENDER EQUALITY INCLUDING THE TRANSGENDER COMMUNITY, PT 1 OF 2
We cannot move forward on gender equality without including members of the transgender community. Jayleen Chun, founder of IMPACT, a new organization that supports young transgender members, shares on some of the challenges including gender inequality, that young and all members of the…
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SAUAGA I FAIGA UO A TUPULAGA TALAVOU
Se faatalanoaga lenei a le polokalame o le leitio ua taua o le MO LOU SILAFIA, taitaia e Judy Matautia mai Le Mau, ma DJ Tupa'i o le alaleo faakerisiano o le KPPO. I lenei polokalame na mafai ona faatalanoaina ai ma faasoa mai ai foi le atunuu i sauaga i faiga uo o tupulaga talavou ma ona…
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SPOKEN WORD WITH THE MATAGI SIBLINGS
Talanoa Talk Now was able to connect with the Matagi Siblings, Naomi & Sipili who were one of the winners at the 2020 Pacific Roots Open Mic. The siblings shared on preparing for this event and how the motivational support of families was an integral part of their preparation. They share how…
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A YOUNG LEADER'S JOURNEY TO BETTER SERVE HIS PEOPLE
Kiso Skelton, a son and upcoming young leader of the territory discusses with Talanoa Talk Now his future plans of returning home and becoming a public servant. He shares his views on social justice and gender equality, and admits to his strengths or his many positions of leadership in which he...
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Gender Based Violence & Women In Politics Pt 2 of 2 with Representative Andra Samoa
Part 2 of a 2 part series with Fofo County Rep Andra Samoa as she continues the discussion on gender based violence and new and upcoming projects.
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Gender Based Violence & Women In Politics Pt 1 of 2
Part 1 of a 2 part series with Fofo County Rep Andra Samoa. Talanoa Talk Now was able to discuss gender based violence with the only female rep in the American Samoa legislation. This discussion included some of the challenges a woman faces today in the political arena, whether or not our Samoan...
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Congresswoman Aumua Amata On Gender Equality
United States Congresswoman Aumua Amata Coleman Radewagen proudly representing American Samoa sits down for a podcast with the Alliance team. She shares on gender equality within our culture and community, growing up as a child in American Samoa, her shared and intimate moments with her father…
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Gabrielle Langkilde
Gabby Langkilde is an intern at the American Samoa Alliance against Domestic & Sexual Violence. Born and raised in American Samoa, she is a rising senior at Harvard College. She is studying Sociology and Studies of Women, Gender, and Sexuality. Her research interests revolve around gender…
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Manufou Liaiga Anoa'i
She lives in the SF Bay Area and is a daughter of Samoa. She is founder of Pacific Islander Community Partnership (PICP), as well as founder of Camp Unity Polynesian Inspired Summer Enrichment Program. In response to many Samoan youth who were raised stateside and had never been to the islands,...
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Ipu Lefiti, Victim Advocate
Ipu Lefiti, victim advocate for Catholic Social Services in American Samoa. Ipu shares on the important work of assistance and support for victims of domestic violence and sexual abuse. She also talks about the challenges and barriers that can oftentimes dissuade victims from reporting.
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THE IMPACT OF DV/SA ON THE 2 SAMOAS DURING COVID19
special guest Tuiloma Sina Retzlaff founder & president of Samoa's Global News joins the Alliance podcast team for a very informative discussion on the updates between the 2 Samoas during COVID19 and the rise of violence within the communities.
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Li'a Seui, Founder of Intersections, Inc.
March is Gender Equality Month, therefore, we are spotlighting female leadership. Ms. Li'a Seui is the Executive Director and Founder of Intersections, Inc. here in American Samoa. Intersections, Inc. was founded in 2002 and is about strengthening and empowering youth and their families by...
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Teen Dating Violence Awareness with ASLA
Because the American Samoa Legal Aid office had some great information to share on this radio show, we wanted to share it as one of our podcasts. Joining us here from ASLA is Jesse Berrenfeld, and he spoke on ASLA's services on supporting and assisting victims of teen dating violence. The…
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Workplace Bullying with Iutita Snow
Follow up discussion with Iutita Snow who attended the Workplace Bullying workshop and wished to share her real life experience working with those who were victims of workplace bullying. Iutita shares her disappointment on how she experienced this within our own local setting and how she was able...
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Workplace Bullying At A Cultural Level: Part 2 of 2 Series
Part 2 of 2 series on Workplace Bullying. In part 2 prevention is discussed and tools to assist workplaces on how they too can be part of the support system. How our culture seem to make its way into our workplaces, and why so many lose their voices when they are faced with abuse at work. How as...
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Workplace Bullying At A Cultural Level: Part 1 of 2 Series
This is part 1 of a 2 part series on workplace bullying. Special guests is Robert Toelupe of our local VA Center & Clinic who shared a great deal of information on the topic of workplace bullying at a cultural level. The discussion was able to define what workplace bullying is, how does workplace...
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Human Trafficking in American Samoa
It's January and it is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month. Talanoa Now was able to interview agents from the American Samoa Government Department of Homeland Security, Lead Special Agent for Human Trafficking Paea Toeava, Special Agent for the Narcotics Unit Jacob Fano, and Special Agent...
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Group Discussion about Current Events Samoa News, Sexual Violence & Community Response
Published on: December 11, 2019 at 3 PM Listen to how a small village community responded and supported the victim, looked out for unusual signs or behaviour from the victim, and how the community is putting into action the awareness that they have, by believing in the victim and not victim…
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About this show
Exploring discussions around power and control through a cultural lens in American Samoa. Creating Brave Spaces to Talk Now about domestic and sexual violence in our community. Promoting healing and perpetrator accountability to eliminate violence.
Hosted by
American Samoa Alliance against Domestic & Sexual Violence