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The Pivot Podcast hosted by former NFL stars Channing Crowder, Fred Taylor & Ryan Clark takes a trip to sit with none other than Dwayne The Rock Johnson for a conversation where they just all let their guards down, had some laughs, talked life lessons and shared their experiences and what matters most in their lives. 

Taking a trip down memory lane to what it was like growing up as an only child and having the dreams to play in the NFL one day, The Rock shares with Ryan how he never imagined being where he is today and frankly never wanted this life either, he just had other goals that led him to where he is now. Fitness and being in the gym is an obvious part of The Rock's life, but the motivation is far beyond the physical aspects it provides as he opens up that its symbolic to his relationship with his dad and their time they had when it was just the two of them.…more

Teon Lolesio aka Turquoise Prince grew up in a humble home in Canberra, Australia.

During high school, Teon experienced bullying for being poor. He engaged in music early through rap battles which went viral across Canberra. His rival rap beef opponent from another school even came to Teon's school with a car full of people to bash him, after he wasn't happy with the diss being recorded.

After nearly burning his own school down, Teon was sent to Tonga by his Dad to learn life the hard way.  It was only after he had returned back to Sydney years later, that he realised the hardest part was only just beginning.

New Zealand Rugby League Wellbeing team - Cliff Thompson (Wellbeing manager) + Rugby league legend & current wellbeing officer Ali Lauitiiti, are launching a new podcast on Thursday the 20th of April.

The podcast is about how people in rugby league 'find their front' through challenging times.

'To fall in such a way you can get up with momentum and go again, for you and those around you.'

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Public Interest Journalism funded by NZ on Air 

Meet Samoan American Idol contestant Jezzerrelli Afe-Togia who made it through to Hollywood Week.

Unfortunately her audition wasn't screened in the auditions that aired on TV or on the American Idol Youtube channel but she was part of the first night of Hollywood Week auditions shown on Sunday night.  

** Spoiler Alert ** She didn't make it past Hollywood Week but we had the opportunity to chat with Jezzie about her experience and she also shares her original audition tape which she had to send to Beyonce's team for clearance which ultimately earned her a spot at the auditions.

We hope to see her back next year and you can follow Jezzie on instagram here 

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Public Interest Journalism funded by NZ on Air 

He's the singer that brought the world to tears with his emotional American Idol audition.

Iam Tongi is an incredibly talented young 18yr old, Tongan singer who wowed the American Idol judges but had them reaching for tissues when he dedicated his audition to his late father.

Brianna Fruean chats with Iam about his American Idol experience, his late father, his love of singing and much more here - 

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Watch Iam's full audition in the video below - 

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Public Interest Journalism funded by NZ on Air 

Former NRL player Denan Kemp who hosts the Locker Room/Bloke in a Bar podcast, sits down with Mate Ma'a Tonga co-captain Siosiua Taukeiaho to talk about his journey from New Zealand to the Roosters which includes back-to-back premierships and being a part of the wave of players who chose to play for Tonga.

We've reached the end of the first season of 'Not Another Talanoa' Podcast and we're going out with a a bang!  We have none other than the incredible Joe Fa'agase joining host Mariner Fagaiava-Muller.

Maz and Joe talk about the difference between NZ islanders & AUS islanders, navigating identity, dealing with losing a parent and more.

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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.

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Credits

Camera Operator - Christo Montes

Sound Op & Editor - Sefa Taouma 

Back at ya with another episode of "Not Another Talanoa"

We're joined by young Pacific journalist Paige Faiga'a. Her and Mariner chat about how they know each other, what its like in the industry, imposter syndrome and much more!

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.

Kuki Airani rugby player Jayden Toa-Maxwell (Mauke/Atiu heritage) has been living in Tokyo for the last 8 or 9 years and this year he was asked to compete on The Bachelorette Japan Season 2.

He chats to us here about his upbringing, how he got the opportunity to be on the show, what his ideal life partner would be like, looking for love and much more.

The Bachelorette Japan Season 2 is currently playing on TV in Japan.

We'll keep you updated on how Jayden does as his journey progresses or you can follow him on Instagram and Twitter.

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Interviewer - Brianna Fruean 

Editor - Sefa Taouma 

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Public Interest Journalism Funded by NZ on Air 

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.…more