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The Loochoo Nation Podcast
by Raising awareness about indigenous Loochooan (Okinawan) culture and bringing people together through this heritage.
Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of Loochooan (Okinawan) stories and the vibrant narratives of other indigenous peoples. Each episode celebrates the unique experiences and wisdom of these diverse groups through storytelling, interviews, and discussions.We aim to illuminate voices and histories that often go unheard, exploring how these stories shape identities and foster connections. Tune in as we honor the past and inspire a deeper understanding of the world through Loochooan and other indigenous narratives. Let’s embark on this journey together!https://linktr.ee/loochoonation loochoonation.substack.com
Episodes
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Can Streetwear Carry Culture Forward?
There are a lot of ways to carry culture forward. We usually think first about language, music, dance, food, history, or traditional arts. All of those matter. But after talking with Ryan Arakaki, one of the founders of Hawaiʻi streetwear brand In4mation, I kept thinking about another…
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Can Okinawa Have Its Own Renaissance?
Why I Wanted to Have This Conversation I first met Kōtaro through Ukwanshin Kabudan, where we discovered a shared curiosity about Okinawan history, language, and identity. Over the years, I watched him grow from a university student into a thoughtful scholar, educator, and advocate for Uchinānchu...
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Nā Gushiku at Sōgwachi: Becca Doll-Tyler on When Clay Carries the Ancestors
Entering Sōgwachi with the Ancestors Okinawan New Year — Sōgwachi — is not simply a date.It is a returning. A cyclical turning toward ancestors, land, and continuity itself. This year, I entered Sōgwachi holding something tangible: Clay. Not symbolic clay.Not decorative clay.But cups inscribed…
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✋ Reclaiming Hajichi: An Okinawan Journey of Memory & Healing
An intimate conversation with Jill about hajichi, cultural loss, and healing. From her grandfather’s survival in the Battle of Okinawa to the shared grief and joy of reclaiming identity, this episode honors memory, resilience, and the quiet power of returning home. Get full access to Loochoo…
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Reclaiming Roots: Teariki 'Pina' Simpson on Culture, Land & Legacy
Nifē dēbiru Pina for the yuntaku! Teariki ʻPina’ Simpson is a Māori community leader, educator, and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt based in Taranaki, Aotearoa (New Zealand). With deep ancestral ties to multiple iwi—including Taranaki, Ngāti Te Kura, Ngāti Kahu, and the Kingitanga line through…
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Shari Y. Tamashiro-Preserving Okinawan Heritage: The Fight to Save Traditions, Community, and Food in Hawaiʻi
Nifē dēbiru Shari for the yuntaku! Welcome to today's episode, where we dive into the deep-rooted connections between Okinawan heritage, food, and community. Our guest shares a fascinating personal journey of discovering and preserving her Okinawan ancestry, from family ties in Hiroshima and…
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Professor Bixia Chen-Okinawan Sacred Spaces
Nifē dēbiru to Dr. Chen for the yuntaku! In this episode, Dr. Bixia Chen shares her fascinating journey from growing up in rural Fujian, China, to studying and settling in Okinawa. She explains how her background in Marxist economics and English teaching led her, unexpectedly, into researching...
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Paul Fisher-Far Side Music & Okinawan Soundscapes
Nifē dēbiru to Paul for the yuntaku! Far Side Music Ltd., founded by Paul Fisher in Japan in 1991, has become a vital hub for promoting Okinawan, Japanese and Asian music globally. Initially intended as a short-term stay, Fisher's 11 years in Japan led him to recognize a gap in the market for...
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Micah Mizukami (Hawaiʻi Uchinānchu)-Oral History From An Okinawan (indigenous) Perspective
Nifē dēbiru to Micah for sharing his story! Ancestral Quest and Cultural Awakening Micah's story is one of self-discovery and cultural reconnection. He has been exploring his family history, which has deepened his understanding of his Uchinānchu heritage and strengthened his ties to his ancestral...
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Flor Kaneshiro (Argentinian Uchinānchu)-The Umui Project
A big thank you to Flor Kaneshiro for her stunning contributions to our Umui Project and for taking the time to chat with us. Flor hails from La Plata, Argentina, where she was born in 1983. Now, she resides in the picturesque Junin de los Andes in Patagonia. As an accomplished illustrator, she...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of Loochooan (Okinawan) stories and the vibrant narratives of other indigenous peoples. Each episode celebrates the unique experiences and wisdom of these diverse groups through storytelling, interviews, and discussions.We aim to illuminate voices and histories that often go unheard, exploring how these stories shape identities and foster connections. Tune in as we honor the past and inspire a deeper understanding of the world through Loochooan and other indigenous narratives. Let’s embark on this journey together!https://linktr.ee/loochoonation
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Raising awareness about indigenous Loochooan (Okinawan) culture and bringing people together through this heritage.
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Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of Loochooan (Okinawan) stories and the vibrant narratives of other indigenous peoples. Each episode celebrates the unique experiences and wisdom of these diverse groups through storytelling, interviews, and discussions.We aim to illuminate voices and...
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