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Nights at the Brown TableForty Sixth Night at the Brown TableWe are back for 2024! We discuss what Spencer Leniu called Ezra Mam during the first round of the NRL. We chat about the incident and why we think it is/isn't racist.
We also discuss OneFour rapper YP's return to church and how church members can be cringe with people we consider as celebrities
2024-03-1230 min
Nights at the Brown TableForty Fifth Night at the Brown Table2023 was busy, but we wanted to make sure we popped in to say Merry Christmas and Happy New Year before it was all over.
We chat about our 2023 year in review, what we did for Christmas and a tip on how one might cope with the lonely nights.
Stay safe out there - no glove, no love!
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2023-12-3029 min
Nights at the Brown TableForty Fourth Night at the Brown TableLisa is navigating her way through the tumultuous terrain of high school when she finds herself at the center of a love-web at school. While trying to maintain a relationship with her very conservative Tongan mum - chaos ensues.
We chat about our thoughts on the film Inky Pinky Ponky starring Amanaki Prescott-Faletau, directed by Damon Fepulea’i & Ramon Te Wake.
Check it out via the link - https://youtu.be/7pLjWgiFGTc
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2023-08-1438 min
Nights at the Brown TableForty Third Night at the Brown Table"Red, White and Brass" (directed by Damon Fepulea'i) is a feel-good comedy that follows the antics of Maka (played by John-Paul Foliaki) as he attempts to secure tickets to the big rugby match - France v Tonga - not just for himself, but his entire church congregation.
We chat about our favourite scenes, characters and the difference it makes when our stories are told by our people.
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2023-07-1731 min
Nights at the Brown TableForty Second Night at the Brown TableIn March 2023 OneFour released a video recording of their backstage confrontation with police before the walkout of Paulo Aokuso.
They were stopped by police for 'not cooperating' when told they could not perform, their song was also not permitted to be played during the event. OneFour has been banned from performing in NSW their home state since they debuted onto the music scene.
We chat about the validity of the ban, the right way to do a poo, the film Everything Everywhere All At Once and go on so many tangents your head might spin.
Listen to OneFour on your...
2023-04-0834 min
Nights at the Brown TableForty First Night at the Brown TableApologies for the delay we recorded this ep a few months ago.
The NRL celebrate Women in League by wearing an alternate version of their team jersey for one round of the competition. This year Manly Sea Eagles included Pride colours as part of their design to showcase inclusivity.
Seven players opted not to play that round because they felt the Pride Flag representation clashed with their 'cultural and religious beliefs'.
We discuss this decision of the players, as majority of them were Pasefika
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2022-10-2530 min
Nights at the Brown TableFortieth Night at the Brown TableManti Te'o was a rising college football star that seemed like he had it all, including girlfriend Lennay Kekua. The only catch was - they never met in person and Lennay Kekua wasn't "real"
We chat about the netfix documentary "Untold: The Girlfriend Who Didn't Exist"
Directed by Tony Vainuku and Ryan Duffy, we follow the story of Manti Te'o and how he was catfished by Naya Tuiasosopo (known as Ronaiah at the time)
We discuss whether Naya was remorseful, was Manti a victim or a participating member in the hoax and theorise on the identity of Chris.
P.s
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2022-08-2359 min
Nights at the Brown TableThirty Ninth Night at the Brown TableIn July 2022, there was a video circulating of an altercation between two groups of young men in Brisbane. During the confrontation, a young man was stabbed and sadly passed soon after. We express condolences to his family and loved ones.
We chat about the various responses to the video, the morality of sharing trauma porn videos depicting violence/death online and further digress into conversations about our own funeral plans.
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2022-08-0830 min
Nights at the Brown TableThirty Eighth Night at the Brown TableWe chat about the policy of a nightclub in Brisbane that refused Moale James entry due to her Papuan reva reva facial markings. Moale James is a proud Papua New Guinean-Australian woman, who has documented her reva reva journey. You can find more detail about her story on her website (https://www.moalejames.com).
We talk about the fairness of the policy, whether the entry refusal was due to racial discrimination, stereotypes associated with tattoos or culutral markings and why Aussies call slippers/jandals/flip flops thongs.
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2022-07-2725 min
Nights at the Brown TableThirty Seventh Night at the Brown TableWe chat about Pasefika seasonal workers in Australia, the senate hearing, shortcomings of the Pacific-Australia Labour Mobility scheme (PALM) and how Pacific workers are being abused. We discuss Blackbirding of Pasefika people and how these programs, in some way, are a continuation of that awful practice.
As always, we want ways to help.
1. Read up on some articles and watch/listen to the senate hearing. You can find that here:
https://parlview.aph.gov.au/mediaPlayer.php?videoID=567875&operation_mode=parlview#/1
2. If you know people who are part of the labour scheme - reach out and make sure they have...
2022-07-1030 min
Nights at the Brown TableThirty Sixth Night at the Brown TableWe have a guest on - Mataio!
We have a chat about his experience growing up a queer LDS member, and the effect that had on his formative years. He shares his coming out story and the struggle young teens go through during that time in their lives.
Remember, there's someone out there who thinks it's better to end their life than to be who they are. Be kind ya'll. Happy Pride!
P.S. There's a special lil' nugget at the end for ya. Ya'll welcome!
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2022-06-2643 min
Nights at the Brown TableThirty Fifth Night at the Brown TableThe Voice Australia announced their winner for 2022.
We chat about the controversy surrounding the announcement, our favourite contestants in singing competitions over the years and the music scene in Australia.
Check out the performances on YouTube, and/or follow these guys on IG:
@faithsosene
@jordantavitaofficial
@celestial.utai
@thndo.music
@lachiegillmusic
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2022-06-1234 min
Nights at the Brown TableThirty Fourth Night at the Brown TableDOUBLE EPISODE BABY! It's your lucky day.
We chat about a recent statement that was made on another podcast demeaning people from a specific demographic in South Auckland, specifically young Pasefika girls from a certain high school.
We question the need to make such statements, the effect it has on the target audience, and what we can do to combat the effects it can have on our rising generation.
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2022-06-0231 min
Nights at the Brown TableThirty Third Night at the Brown TableAaaaaaand... WE'RE BACK!
We chat about some podcasts that have caused controversy recently. We talk about their 'hot takes' on homosexuality, masculinity, and healthy relationships.
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2022-06-0235 min
Nights at the Brown TableThirty Second Night at the Brown TableWe catch up over the phone to talk about what we've been doing since lockdown started. We laugh and joke, but we are aware that there are many who are struggling during this time. Please reach out to loved ones and to us for support. Sila shares a great resource that is available for those who need financial support while in lockdown.
Be safe and take care!
From Sefa, Sila and Lamah.
2021-08-0125 min
Nights at the Brown TableThirty First Night at the Brown TableLaurel Hubbard has been selected to represent New Zealand in the next Olympics. This will make Laurel the first trans woman to compete as a woman.
We have a chat about 2 articles that were written about the news - Is this a fair decision? What is the underlying issue with Laurel's admission? How do we view trans people in our own lives?
Happy to be joined by our correspondent Lauaki Masima.
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2021-07-0444 min
Nights at the Brown TableThirtieth Night at the Brown TableWe have a chat with our fav Lauaki Masima about the election that is currently taking place in Samoa.
How do we view election processes in the Pacific Islands? As diasporic Pasifika communities, do we view certain matters with a western lense and assume we know better? We focus on what role the diaspora can or should play and unpack the reasons behind the views we hold
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2021-05-3129 min
Nights at the Brown TableTwenty Ninth Night at the Brown TableA short message to say THANK YOU for your support. We are shocked people other than our family listen, let alone people still listening a year later!
Another falls victim during a karaoke call up, turned battle, turned social catch up, turned Daddy dedication.
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2021-05-1614 min
Nights at the Brown TableTwenty Eighth Night at the Brown TableWe talk about recent events with the Royal Family - Meghan + Harry interview and the death of Prince Philip. We talk about questions asked within our community about the appearance of mixed-race children, the implications of that on the child and the sensitivity surrounding the subject of death.
And as usual, we have another victim lined up for Karaoke Call Up. If you want to be next, drop your number in our DMs.
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2021-05-0236 min
Nights at the Brown TableTwenty Seventh Night at the Brown TableWe chat about the use of the N-Word by Pacific Islanders - do we get an exception to use it? During our conversation, we consider; the history of the word, the upbringing of Pacific Islanders in the US and the influence of music/movies on how this word is perceived.
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2021-04-1730 min
Nights at the Brown TableTwenty Sixth Night at the Brown TableWe have a chat with Brendon Tapua'i and Sanie Fa'atoatoa, two Pasifika actors who star in "Parramatta", a new series from Pelesasa Pics. We talk about chasing dreams, their journey to being on camera and a rap battle of the hashtags - "Justice4Nio" v "FreeMay"
Brendon - @brenkelenke
Sanie - @saniefaatoatoa
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2021-04-1142 min
Nights at the Brown TableTwenty Fifth Night at the Brown TableWe have a chat with Sefa & Jess from the cast of The Amazing Race Australia 2021. We talk about what was going through their minds before/during/after the show, fav challenges and the elephant in the room - will they or won't they?
Jess - @jess_ioane (instagram)
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2021-03-2848 min
Nights at the Brown TableTwenty Fourth Night at the Brown TableWe have a chat with Neomai Kami & Tango about a video that circulated on social media recently. In this video, a child was 'rag-dolled' off a McDonald's counter by a man who was not his caregiver. Strong opinions were expressed in support of what this man did. However, not everyone agrees.
Neo and Tango express their views on the video and share their experiences with loved ones who are Autistic. We get a glimpse into their world and leave with a little more understanding.
@_tango97_ (Instagram)
Tango Maile is a talented young Tongan woman that was born in the Northern...
2021-03-1545 min
Nights at the Brown TableTwenty Third Night at the Brown TableWe chat about the expression 'Culture Vulture', who we think the expression applies to and surprise one lucky person with a phone a call they never asked for...but were blessed to receive #When
If you would like us to serenade you at a random time, slid into our DM's with your details (we will be verifying phone numbers submitted to ensure it belongs to you) and hopefully you'll get a surprise call too!
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2021-02-2828 min
Nights at the Brown TableTwenty Second Night at the Brown TableWe have a chat with @Pnuks, a Youth Worker and Digital Creator who was recently brought under fire due to a video he posted on TikTok addressing toxic parenting traits #BareMinimum.
We have a nuanced discussion on the context of his video, approaches to parenting, what it means to 'lift" our community and TikTok.
Our guest is on instagram and TikTok - @pnuks
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2020-12-2846 min
Nights at the Brown TableTwenty First Night at the Brown TableWe talk about two public figures. One has been accused of sexual harassment, the second performed a 'social experiment' on social media, making hateful comments toward the LGBTQIA+ community.
We chat about the morality of defending loved ones who behave this way and what the public can do to hold public figures accountable for their actions.
2020-12-1542 min
Nights at the Brown TableTwentieth Night at the Brown TableWe have a chat with Suli Nuku - a 27yr Australian-born Tongan. This amazing woman was crowned Miss South Pacific Plus 2018-2019 and later founded Big Girl Tingsss and Fro & Co. Events.
We talk about her journey with entering Miss South Pacific Plus, her motivation behind Big Girl Tingsss, ways she has found/shared self-love and the story behind the birth of her business name Fro & Co Events #PasifikaExcellence
Find her stuff on instagram - @biggirltingsss @froandcoevents
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2020-10-1342 min
Nights at the Brown TableNineteenth Night at the Brown TableWe have a chat with Taofia Pelesasa - a Tokelauan-Samoan Kiwi creative, born and raised in Rotorua, New Zealand currently based in Western Sydney.
We talk about the importance of creating Pasifika-centered content for young people, the influence of women in Fia's life, how he got his Marge Simpson vocal tone and the story behind his debut musical performance of "Oma Rapeti" with Hanelle Harris #IYKYK
Fia's work:
"Maria" - Short-film available on YouTube
"My Islander Daughter" - Poem available here https://taofia2013.tumblr.com/
"SIS" - Stars in the sketch-comedy show available on Comedy Central website
Things to lookout...
2020-10-0455 min
Nights at the Brown TableEighteenth Night at the Brown TableWe talk about how our families discuss the topic of suicide and why it's important that we foster an environment where loved ones feel comfortable to talk or express themselves openly.
We want everyone to know there is help available. There are resources to learn about recognizing signs in others and in ourselves, with language translations.
Please use the links below.
https://www.leva.co.nz/resources/depression
https://www.lifeline.org.au/
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2020-09-2738 min
Nights at the Brown TableSeventeenth Night at the Brown TableWe talk about a problematic reaction to the testimony of Ahad Nabi, the nuance of Pacific humour and our passion for Passions.
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2020-09-2037 min
Nights at the Brown TableSixteenth Night at the Brown TableWe have a chat with Iki Haangana - a Sydney-Born Tongan fashion designer of PUBLIC ISLAND SOCIETY.
We talk about Iki's inspirations for his pieces, habits that will nurture the creative mind and why he thinks creativity is problem-solving.
Check out stuff on instagram - @publicislandsociety
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2020-09-0937 min
Nights at the Brown TableFifteenth Night at the Brown TableWe talk about the pros and cons of Call-Out Culture, recent examples in the public eye and demonstrate our knowledge (or lack thereof) of current pop hits.
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2020-08-2733 min
Nights at the Brown TableFourteenth Night at the Brown TableWe talk about the recent episode of 90 Day Fiancé, the cultural practice of giving money to family and test our knowledge of past RnB hits
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2020-08-1732 min
Nights at the Brown TableThirteenth Night At The Brown TableWe talk about childhood memories, travel and why we started the podcast
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2020-08-1142 min
Nights at the Brown TableTwelfth Night at the Brown TableWe talk about the new show on Comedy Central "SIS", a show by, for and starring Pacific Islanders. We talk about what we liked, what we disliked and the reactions to the show
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2020-08-0537 min
Nights at the Brown TableEleventh Night at the Brown TableWe talk about Jada and August's "entanglement", Vili and Mary K's whatever-that-was and ways to talk to children about online predators.
Resources mentioned are:
Operation Underground Railroad - https://ourrescue.org/
Bravehearts Organisation and further information on White Balloon Day - https://bravehearts.org.au/
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2020-07-2632 min
Nights at the Brown TableTenth Night at the Brown TableWe talk about the Maori "inspired" night club in Queensland, Tik Tok trends and cake. Sila returns to the show and dials in from isolation
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2020-07-1936 min
Nights at the Brown TableNinth Night at the Brown TableWe talk about the recent spike in Covid-19 cases, personality tests, Aboriginal Dreamtime stories, and how to speak cursive. Featured is our correspondent, Lauaki Masima.
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2020-07-1235 min
Nights at the Brown TableEighth Night at the Brown TableWe talk about mental health, toxic masculinity, and some coping mechanisms. The experiences shared in this podcast belong to the speaker.
Seek the help of a professional, because we aren't.
Thanks to Dali and Mone for joining us this week.
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2020-07-0654 min
Nights at the Brown TableSeventh Night at the Brown TableWe talk with our Special Guest, Lauaki, about the Covid-19 lock down, times we did/didn't quarantine ourselves and corona virus conspiracy theories.
Don't use us as your source of information about Covid-19. Please use official resources or contact a physician if you are experiencing any symptoms.
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2020-06-2932 min
Nights at the Brown TableSixth Night at the Brown TableWe talk about the tragic death of Solomone Taufeulungaki, the influence of Drill Rap on Pasifika teens, and ways that youth can express themselves without resorting to violence and crime.
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2020-06-2134 min
Nights at the Brown TableFifth Night at the Brown TableWe talk about Erin Molan, Jonah Takalua and what it means to be non-binar-eye.
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2020-06-1430 min
Nights at the Brown TableFourth Night at the Brown TableWe talk about the Candace Owen response video, protests in Australia and why Sila has a nasty mind.
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2020-06-0833 min
Nights at the Brown TableThird Night at the Brown Table"And I must say tonight that a riot is the language of the unheard. And what is it America has failed to hear?" - Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
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2020-05-3134 min
Nights at the Brown TableSecond Night at the Brown TableHow do we upgrade the push-up challenge? We find out this week with Shalamah, Sila and Sefa discuss practical ways to reach out to those around us. Featured on the show is the atmospheric conditions of Sydney's winter.
Tune in. Sing along. Laugh at.
For more information on the push-up challenge, link is below.
https://www.thepushupchallenge.com.au/
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2020-05-2428 min
Nights at the Brown TableFirst Night at the Brown TableA new article has since been released from the perspective of one of the boys that were shipwrecked on 'Ata -
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2020/may/13/the-real-lord-of-the-flies-mano-totau-survivor-story-shipwreck-tonga-boys-ata-island-peter-warner
Recorded: 13/05/2020
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2020-05-1528 min