Not Another Talanoa! podcast | Episode 4

After a brief hiatus, the Not Another Talanoa podcast is back! We're joined this time by Cook Islands musician and Maz's own friend, Sam V.

If you were a kid of the early to mid 2010s, you'll definitely know him - not long after uploading YouTube covers at 9-years-old, he signed with a major label. Fast forward to now, Sam's gone independent. How has he managed to remain relevant after all this time?

0:00 We’re in Rarotonga!

3:03 Quick fire questions

7:38 Using AutoTune

10:18 Collapsing on morning television

12:00 Growing up in NZ music industry

21:26 Hosting a radio show?

21:42 Young and slept on

25:30 Coming soon for our guy

27:10 R Kelly’s 30-year jail sentence

31:47 Being Jack Harlow’s twin

37:12 The Boy Is Mine

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Bringing you a spin-off from the hit Fresh segment, the Not Another Talanoa! podcast is a deep dive into the hot human discourse from a young Pacific lens. Join Mariner, Producer Brianna and their special guest co-host as they riff off news and current affairs and controversial topics with perspectives you’ll be able to relate to. Line your stomachs y’all, this trio deliver their opinions straight - no chaser.