Why do Samoans not display love and affection in public or in a family setting? We share our experience on receiving hugs and kisses growing up in a Samoan household. Many of our island music is about love, yet we are raised on the idea of "tough love". When you were little watching TV with your parents, do you remember closing your eyes or looking away when an uncomfortable kissing scene comes on?
Honorable mention: In memory of Fesauai Thompson
Hosted by Milford Tiafala
Commentary: Atimua Migi, Johnny Sualevai, Spencer Harman, Michael Tan
Behind the Lavalava Foundation Sponsors:
Matai, American United Federal Credit Union, Pasifika Foods, Veteran Business Resource Center, Frontline Heroes, Warrior Revival, Top Gun Home Inspection, Natin But Grindz, Ladies in Bloom, All Pro Concrete Cutters, Eni & Hina Faleomavaega Foundation, Humana, Toko Uso Protection, Paradise Porch, Cyprus Credit Union.
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