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Episode 29 Laveni Vaka (First Tongan female professional soccer player)
Culturally Rooted: Trailblazing Tongan Soccer Star Laveni Vaka
In this episode of 'Culturally Rooted,' the hosts interview Laveni Vaka, the first female Tongan professional soccer player, delving into her early life, family dynamics, and rich cultural traditions. Laveni discusses overcoming cultural barriers, family support, her collegiate career at BYU, and aspirations to coach in Tonga. She reflects on her emotions during draft night, contrasts college and professional soccer, and names her favorite athletes. The episode concludes with a rapid-fire question segment and Laveni's heartfelt thanks to her fans and family for their unwavering support.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Special Guest Announcement
01:16 Levani Vaka's Early Life and Family
02:59 Discovering Soccer and Early Challenges
05:25 High School and College Soccer Journey
12:32 BYU Experience and Honor Code
23:01 Draft Night Emotions and Reflections
33:00 Transition to Professional Soccer
37:15 Breaking Barriers in Soccer
38:15 Fan Questions: Messi or Ronaldo?
39:40 Pro vs College Soccer
40:47 Pre-Game Routine and Mental Preparation
42:31 Supportive Family and Balancing Expectations
49:27 Playing for the National Team
58:14 Cultural Reflections and Values
01:05:43 Rapid-Fire Questions and Fun
01:15:25 Final Thoughts and Gratitude
In this episode of 'Culturally Rooted,' the hosts interview Laveni Vaka, the first female Tongan professional soccer player, delving into her early life, family dynamics, and rich cultural traditions. Laveni discusses overcoming cultural barriers, family support, her collegiate career at BYU, and aspirations to coach in Tonga. She reflects on her emotions during draft night, contrasts college and professional soccer, and names her favorite athletes. The episode concludes with a rapid-fire question segment and Laveni's heartfelt thanks to her fans and family for their unwavering support.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Special Guest Announcement
01:16 Levani Vaka's Early Life and Family
02:59 Discovering Soccer and Early Challenges
05:25 High School and College Soccer Journey
12:32 BYU Experience and Honor Code
23:01 Draft Night Emotions and Reflections
33:00 Transition to Professional Soccer
37:15 Breaking Barriers in Soccer
38:15 Fan Questions: Messi or Ronaldo?
39:40 Pro vs College Soccer
40:47 Pre-Game Routine and Mental Preparation
42:31 Supportive Family and Balancing Expectations
49:27 Playing for the National Team
58:14 Cultural Reflections and Values
01:05:43 Rapid-Fire Questions and Fun
01:15:25 Final Thoughts and Gratitude
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Episode 28 Tongan Cowboy
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The Tongan Cowboy's Journey: From High School Football to Empowering Farming Practices Culturally Rooted sits down with the Tongan Cowboy, to explore his unique life journey. Raised in a single-parent household with ties to Utah, Ducko’s story spans his experiences living in L.A., Bakersfield, and Las Vegas. Highlights of his high school football career at Bingham are discussed, showcasing his ...
Episode 27 (spelling bee, GGW, more goat talk)
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Episode 27 (spelling bee, GGW, more goat talk)
Episode 26 Iam Tongi
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Join Culturally Rooted Podcast for a conversation with rising star Iam Tongi. The episode dives into Tongi's musical journey, from his childhood in Hawaii, dealing with his father's health challenges, to his triumphant win on American Idol. Experience heartfelt stories, cultural insights, and the bond with his supportive uncle.
Episode 25 (Ryan Gacia, Michael Vick, Bob Marley movie)
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Episode 25 (Ryan Gacia, Michael Vick, Bob Marley movie)
Episode 21 Tautai Fano (aka Elder TikTok)
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Elder TikTok: Bridging Faith and Culture on Social Media This episode of Culturally Rooted features Elder TikTok, an innovative figure who intertwines his LDS faith with social media presence, to enhance missionary work. With a history of serving two missions, he shares his experiences of leveraging TikTok for spreading gospel messages, navigating scrutiny, and engaging deeply with followers on...
Episode 20 ( Goals/ how you shower/ Kobe year/ tv series)
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Episode 20 ( Goals/ how you shower/ Kobe year/ tv series)
Episode 19 Malakai Nau (Barber/Blurry Boys Club)
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Episode 19 Malakai Nau (Barber/Blurry Boys Club)
Episode 18 Bill Louis (Muralist/ Graffiti / Urban Abstract/ Artist)
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The Inspiring Journey of Bill Louis: From Graffiti to Global Recognition. This week on Culturally Rooted, renowned Polynesian graffiti artist Bill Lewis shares his riveting journey from humble beginnings in Fiji to international acclaim, painting for local businesses and global behemoths such as Coca-Cola and Facebook. Despite severe hardships, Bill's unyielding commitment to his passion and hi...
episode 17 (Super bowl predictions/ who’s the🐐 rapper/ choosing the right lady)
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episode 17 (Super bowl predictions/ who’s the🐐 rapper/ choosing the right lady)
Episode 16 EtuSZN (singer/songwriter)
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Episode 16 EtuSZN (singer/songwriter)
Episode 15 WinnieTheJroo (Tattoo artist)
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Episode 15 WinnieTheJroo (Tattoo artist)
episode 14 Big Budah aka Leroy Teo (TV personality/news anchor/DJ/MC/actor/radio personality/ect)
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episode 14 Big Budah aka Leroy Teo (TV personality/news anchor/DJ/MC/actor/radio personality/ect)
Episode 11 Celia Moleni (Mental Health Therapist)
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Episode 11 Celia Moleni (Mental Health Therapist)
episode 10 Jarome Hatch (MMA/Bare Knuckle Fighter)
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episode 10 Jarome Hatch (MMA/Bare Knuckle Fighter)
episode 9 Richie V (Reggae Artist)
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episode 9 Richie V (Reggae Artist)
Episode 7 Maka Unufe (USA Rugby7s player)
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Episode 7 Maka Unufe (USA Rugby7s player)
episode 6 (War/polynesian discipline/depression)
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episode 6 (War/polynesian discipline/depression)
Episode 5 Analea Brown (Singer/Songwriter/ Artist)
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Episode 5 Analea Brown (Singer/Songwriter/ Artist)
Episode 3 Lala Ellsworth (Tattoo Artist)
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Episode 3 Lala Ellsworth (Tattoo Artist)
Episode 2 (Mass shootings/Trans teacher/All time starting 5/The GREAT DEBATE!)
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Episode 2 (Mass shootings/Trans teacher/All time starting 5/The GREAT DEBATE!)
What a funny interview 😂 i love it ❤❤❤❤ lesgoooo Iam. You should say your favourite Tongan food is Yam it same pronounce with your name Iam 😂😂😂😂 and your voice is a yam for your Tongan fanz 😂😂😂😂
You the man boy....I am your big fan from Tonga❤
When did you guys get out?😂 uehe my bad
The whole Oceania pacific region are descendants of the austronesian people. Look it up, starting from Taiwan to the Philippines, all of the Micronesia, Polynesia as well as part of Melanesia. The language throughout time has changed and evolved that’s why there are similar words that mean the same or similar things in different cultures.
Celine would squeeze them both 🤣🤣🤣
the Mormon church is fake do your research people.
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🫷🏽💙🫸🏽 SiDEWAAAYYYYZZZ!! #FKP
🫷🏽 😎 🫸🏽 FKP Baybee!!!! 💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽
Camron Tokos you football players wear all your little school girls panties all your protections, that’s girls game, you never feel a real tackle, come play rugby that’s man game, hit like a train, no protections all pure strength of who is the real man
This is deep, first time for me to hear a poly uce mentioned this "gov't controling the world food production"...The gov't is in control of life on earth since the beginning of life! how?? in the FOOD Production control!
FARM LIFE IS WHERE IT IS.. SMALL TOWN AND EVERYONE HELP EACHOTHER.. BEST MEAT AND PRODUCE EVER IS HOME GROWN.. #FACTS
mom has her last name as her middle name because she doesnt have a middle name
Experian shows all 3 credit reports. Totally have helped me keep track of my spending and credit score.
Came here for Tongan Cowboy
I enjoyed watching this show. You people made it fun, exciting and enjoyable. And of course as always, you IAM , shining like a diamond. I am grateful that you were given to us. You are an inspiration ❤❤❤❤ You are so real. We love you IAM.
Dat Bingham squad was 🔥. Shoutout to da cuzzo Harvey 💪🏾
Support Local Butchers like TonganCowboy Seni 💪💪🙏🙏
Like family at kitchen table,
Y’all need to do an episode at his farm for a day!
Malo Tongan Cowboy, I enjoy your content toko 💯 Mad RESPECT CR Podcast ❤️🔥👏
How did ya not know about him at the U?.. 🤦🏽♂️. let him speak without interrupting him with all the sound effects
Mean🤙🤙
Y'all need to do yall homework on the guests before they come on, that boy was a beast at the U 💯💯💯
Yessir Ephraim is da place toko 🤙🏽
Honeybadger! 💯
Lesssgo Sen! Uboyz! Binghamboyz!
Love this episode.
I'm glad he brang up Euless Texas 🤘🏾🇹🇴 much Ofas Seni, and big ups CRpodcast 💯 too tika!!
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When is the next plate sale?! 🔥🔥🔥
Magic, Jordan, Bird, Garnett and Chamberlain
Love Iam! We are your biggest fans' have followed since audition and look for everything 'Iam' we wish to see Iam in Concert someday! Loved listening to you guyz and love being able to know Iam better' hes such a beautiful young man with an amazing voice! God Bless
Lmfao ass "space" looks like the aliens took yall
Theres multiple ways to cope with life other than drugs, eating healthier working out, spend time with your family, wife , kids, etc stop making excuses. But again, everyone has their reasons why they cope.
❤ from Korea to Beautiful Iam
Good to hear you guys talk story! Kahuku is a true family town. I could hear them from Kaneohe when Iam won 🫶🏻🫶🏻🤣🤣🤙🏼🤙🏼. Just found this channel. New sub 🤙🏼
Psychosomatic, internalized fears of one’s worst nightmare, cheating. Well, most people, other is death. Health is the most important thing, without how would you enjoy wealth or happiness
this was koo! I actually learned about this too I´m taking spanish classes at UVU the last name stuff confused the crap out me! lmao I faifekaued in Fisi too! The wings lmbo.
Good one
Bruh.. if someone is “married” and the kids have their Moms last name? 💀 aint no way
The church is fake let’s get to that
The most islander poddy EVER!! The jokes and laughs had me going! Malo Iam toko you changed the world! Thanks for the laughs fellas!
Toko in white sound like Tongan 2Pac 🤣
Culturally rooted but doesn’t ask where his parents/heritage is
Tika kautama.malie e mou mei oku fai.ofa atu mei Australia.
Listening from Melbourne Australia. Enjoying the podcast. Finally people who can relate being a LDS poly member and everything we go through and experience within the church. Appreciate truth!!
Well done, guys. Great interview. Iam - just love you for your honesty. You truly are the best.❤
🙏🏼😘Congratulations and are u going to be Hawaii in November Thanksgiving week my daughter family and friends will be there they want to go see u🙏🏼😘
this is tight I might need to come in and see Celia!