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General Overview:

We move into Season Two of Ka Tuitui Malamalama podcast series presented by Kawaihuelani, Department of Hawaiian Language at Hawai‘inuiākea, Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement (CNHA) and Kanaeokana, the network of kula Hawai‘i. Ka Tuitui Malamalama is focused on capturing the range of human experiences as expressed through the eyes and language of the people of Niihau. Season Two podcasts are led and hosted by four younger generation Niihau kanaka. Our collective hosts are Ekolu Kelley, Kuulei Akeo, Malaki and Kalao Kanahele. These folks have since relocated to Kauai for the opportunities it presents and are afforded opportunities to return to Niihau for extended visits. Subscribers to the podcast will enjoy their authentic banter ridden conversations in olelo Niihau and are encouraged to glean insights into language use, communication dynamics, and cultural knowledge of poe Niihau.The content of the Ka Tuitui Malamalama podcast series can be used by educators and other professionals as a way to learn and understand the lifestyle, culture, and knowledge systems of poe olelo Niihau. Spelling conventions for all textual elements of Ka Tuitui Malamalama podcasts follow olelo Niihau traditions.

Series 2

Season Two of Ka Tuitui Malamalama brings together four opio Niihau into a space to share their stories and experiences in a series of five episodes. These range of human experiences are discussed in these episodes that touch upon Niihau perspectives as it relates to aina, water, ea and learning to grow food at home.

Mahele 5Guests share their thoughts on Ea & Olelo.Ea - sovereignty, life, air, to rise, to smell.Olelo - Hawaiian language, Niihau language, to speak.General OverviewWe move into Season 2 of Ka Tuitui Malamalama podcast series presented by Kawaihuelani, Department of Hawaiian Language at Hawai’inuiākea, Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement (CNHA) and Kanaeokana, the network of kula Hawai’i. Ka Tuitui Malamalama is focused on capturing the range of human experiences as expressed through the eyes and language of the people of Niihau. Season 2 podcasts are led and hosted by four younger generation Niihau kanaka. Our collective hosts are Ekolu Kelley, Kuulei Akeo, Malaki and Kalao Kanahele. These folks have since relocated to Kauai for the opportunities it presents and are afforded opportunities to return to Niihau for extended visits. Subscribers to the podcast will enjoy their authentic banter ridden conversations in olelo Niihau and are encouraged to glean insights into language use, communication dynamics, and cultural knowledge of poe Niihau.The content of the Ka Tuitui Malamalama podcast series can be used by educators and other professionals as a way to learn and understand the lifestyle, culture, and knowledge systems of poe olelo Niihau. Spelling conventions for all textual elements of Ka Tuitui Malamalama podcasts follow olelo Niihau traditions. Series 2Season 2 of Ka Tuitui Malamalama brings together four opio Niihau into a space to share their stories and experiences in a series of five episodes. These range of human experiences are discussed in these episodes that touch upon Niihau perspectives as it relates to aina, water, ea and learning to grow food at home.

Mahele 3: Aina NiihauGuests share stories of their experiences with collecting water on Niihau.General OverviewWe move into Season 2 of Ka Tuitui Malamalama podcast series presented by Kawaihuelani, Department of Hawaiian Language at Hawai’inuiākea, Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement (CNHA) and Kanaeokana, the network of kula Hawai’i. Ka Tuitui Malamalama is focused on capturing the range of human experiences as expressed through the eyes and language of the people of Niihau. Season 2 podcasts are led and hosted by four younger generation Niihau kanaka. Our collective hosts are Ekolu Kelley, Kuulei Akeo, Malaki and Kalao Kanahele. These folks have since relocated to Kauai for the opportunities it presents and are afforded opportunities to return to Niihau for extended visits. Subscribers to the podcast will enjoy their authentic banter ridden conversations in olelo Niihau and are encouraged to glean insights into language use, communication dynamics, and cultural knowledge of poe Niihau.The content of the Ka Tuitui Malamalama podcast series can be used by educators and other professionals as a way to learn and understand the lifestyle, culture, and knowledge systems of poe olelo Niihau. Spelling conventions for all textual elements of Ka Tuitui Malamalama podcasts follow olelo Niihau traditions. Series 2Season 2 of Ka Tuitui Malamalama brings together four opio Niihau into a space to share their stories and experiences in a series of five episodes. These range of human experiences are discussed in these episodes that touch upon Niihau perspectives as it relates to aina, water, ea and learning to grow food at home.

Mahele 3: Aina Niihau

Guests share stories of their personal experiences having grown up and raised on the island of Niihau.

General Overview

We move into Season Two of Ka Tuitui Malamalama podcast series presented by Kawaihuelani, Department of Hawaiian Language at Hawai’inuiākea, Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement (CNHA) and Kanaeokana, the network of kula Hawai’i.  Ka Tuitui Malamalama is focused on capturing the range of human experiences as expressed through the eyes and language of the people of Niihau.  

Season Two podcasts are led and hosted by four younger generation Niihau kanaka.  Our collective hosts are Ekolu Kelley, Kuulei Akeo, Malaki and Kalao Kanahele.  These folks have since relocated to Kauai for the opportunities it presents and are afforded opportunities to return to Niihau for extended visits.  Subscribers to the podcast will enjoy their authentic banter ridden conversations in olelo Niihau and are encouraged to glean insights into language use, communication dynamics, and cultural knowledge of poe Niihau.

The content of the Ka Tuitui Malamalama podcast series can be used by educators and other professionals as a way to learn and understand the lifestyle, culture, and knowledge systems of poe olelo Niihau.  Spelling conventions for all textual elements of Ka Tuitui Malamalama podcasts follow olelo Niihau traditions. 

Series 2

Season Two of Ka Tuitui Malamalama brings together four opio Niihau into a space to share their stories and experiences in a series of five episodes.  These range of human experiences are discussed in these episodes that touch upon Niihau perspectives as it relates to aina, water, ea and learning to grow food at home.

Mahele 2: Hooulu Meaai

Guests share stories of their experience growing their own food in their aquaponics system as participants in the Hooulu Meaai program in collaboration with Iwikua, foods they ate, fishing and their favorite church hymn. 

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General Overview:

We move into Season Two of Ka Tuitui Malamalama podcast series presented by Kawaihuelani, Department of Hawaiian Language at Hawai’inuiākea, Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement (CNHA) and Kanaeokana, the network of kula Hawai’i.  Ka Tuitui Malamalama is focused on capturing the range of human experiences as expressed through the eyes and language of the people of Niihau.  

Season Two podcasts are led and hosted by four younger generation Niihau kanaka.  Our collective hosts are Ekolu Kelley, Kuulei Akeo, Malaki and Kalao Kanahele.  These folks have since relocated to Kauai for the opportunities it presents and are afforded opportunities to return to Niihau for extended visits.  Subscribers to the podcast will enjoy their authentic banter ridden conversations in olelo Niihau and are encouraged to glean insights into language use, communication dynamics, and cultural knowledge of poe Niihau.

The content of the Ka Tuitui Malamalama podcast series can be used by educators and other professionals as a way to learn and understand the lifestyle, culture, and knowledge systems of poe olelo Niihau.  Spelling conventions for all textual elements of Ka Tuitui Malamalama podcasts follow olelo Niihau traditions. 

Series 2

Season Two of Ka Tuitui Malamalama brings together four opio Niihau into a space to share their stories and experiences in a series of five episodes.  These range of human experiences are discussed in these episodes that touch upon Niihau perspectives as it relates to aina, water, ea and learning to grow food at home.

General Overview

We move into Season Two of Ka Tuitui Malamalama podcast series presented by Kawaihuelani, Department of Hawaiian Language at Hawai’inuiākea, Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement (CNHA) and Kanaeokana, the network of kula Hawai’i.  Ka Tuitui Malamalama is focused on capturing the range of human experiences as expressed through the eyes and language of the people of Niihau.  

Season Two podcasts are led and hosted by four younger generation Niihau kanaka.  Our collective hosts are Ekolu Kelley, Kuulei Akeo, Malaki and Kalao Kanahele.  These folks have since relocated to Kauai for the opportunities it presents and are afforded opportunities to return to Niihau for extended visits.  Subscribers to the podcast will enjoy their authentic banter ridden conversations in olelo Niihau and are encouraged to glean insights into language use, communication dynamics, and cultural knowledge of poe Niihau.

The content of the Ka Tuitui Malamalama podcast series can be used by educators and other professionals as a way to learn and understand the lifestyle, culture, and knowledge systems of poe olelo Niihau.  Spelling conventions for all textual elements of Ka Tuitui Malamalama podcasts follow olelo Niihau traditions. 

Series 2

Season Two of Ka Tuitui Malamalama brings together four opio Niihau into a space to share their stories and experiences in a series of five episodes.  These range of human experiences are discussed in these episodes that touch upon Niihau perspectives as it relates to aina, water, ea and learning to grow food at home.

Mahele 1: Hoolauna

Meet our four hosts who are also guests Lucky Kanahele, Kuulei Akeo, Ekolu Kelley and Kalao Kalao Kanahele as they introduce and share some insights of themselves and how they received their names.  E ola ka inoa o ka ohana!

Episode 5: Malama Kupuna This final episode of Series #1 explores the importance of caring for elders. General Overview: Tuitui Malamalama is a new collaborative podcast series presented by Kawaihuelani, Department of Hawaiian Language at Hawaiʻinuiākea, Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement (CNHA) and Kanaeokana, the network of kula Hawaiʻi.Tuitui Malamalama is focused on capturing the range of human experiences as expressed through the eyes and language of the people of Niihau. The podcasts are led by its host, Dr. Ipolani Wong, Associate Professor at Kawaihuelani.In the inaugural series, she sits with her sister, Pualei Kaohelauli, a social worker for the State of Hawaiʻi Department of Health on the island of Kauaʻi. Subscribers to the podcast will enjoy their authentic conversations in olelo Niihau and are encouraged to glean insights into language use, communication dynamics, and cultural knowledge of poe Niihau. The content of the Tuitui Malamalama Podcast can be used by educators and other professionals as a way to learn and understand the lifestyle, culture, and knowledge systems of poe olelo Niihau. Spelling conventions for all textual elements of Tuitui Malamalama Podcasts follow olelo Niihau traditions. Series 1- Introductions & Social-Emotional Learning The inaugural series of Tuitui Malamalama weaves together five short stories shared by Ipo and Pualei along with studio guests Makana Garma and Hinaleimoana Wong-Kalu. The range of human experiences are discussed in these five podcasts that touch upon the social-emotional aspects of life on Niihau covering such topics as spirituality, child rearing, grief and loss, celebration, and caring for elders.

Episode 4: Kaumaha me Olioli Ipo Wong (podcast host) and Pualei Kaohelaulii discuss grieving and celebrating lifeʻs special moments. General Overview: Tuitui Malamalama is a new collaborative podcast series presented by Kawaihuelani, Department of Hawaiian Language at Hawaiʻinuiākea, Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement (CNHA) and Kanaeokana, the network of kula Hawaiʻi.Tuitui Malamalama is focused on capturing the range of human experiences as expressed through the eyes and language of the people of Niihau. The podcasts are led by its host, Dr. Ipolani Wong, Associate Professor at Kawaihuelani.In the inaugural series, she sits with her sister, Pualei Kaohelauli, a social worker for the State of Hawaiʻi Department of Health on the island of Kauaʻi. Subscribers to the podcast will enjoy their authentic conversations in olelo Niihau and are encouraged to glean insights into language use, communication dynamics, and cultural knowledge of poe Niihau. The content of the Tuitui Malamalama Podcast can be used by educators and other professionals as a way to learn and understand the lifestyle, culture, and knowledge systems of poe olelo Niihau. Spelling conventions for all textual elements of Tuitui Malamalama Podcasts follow olelo Niihau traditions. Series 1- Introductions & Social-Emotional Learning The inaugural series of Tuitui Malamalama weaves together five short stories shared by Ipo and Pualei along with studio guests Makana Garma and Hinaleimoana Wong-Kalu. The range of human experiences are discussed in these five podcasts that touch upon the social-emotional aspects of life on Niihau covering such topics as spirituality, child rearing, grief and loss, celebration, and caring for elders.

Episode 3: Hanai Ipo Wong (podcast host) and Pualei Kaohelaulii share what it means to be hanai. General Overview: Tuitui Malamalama is a new collaborative podcast series presented by Kawaihuelani, Department of Hawaiian Language at Hawaiʻinuiākea, Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement (CNHA) and Kanaeokana, the network of kula Hawaiʻi.Tuitui Malamalama is focused on capturing the range of human experiences as expressed through the eyes and language of the people of Niihau. The podcasts are led by its host, Dr. Ipolani Wong, Associate Professor at Kawaihuelani.In the inaugural series, she sits with her sister, Pualei Kaohelauli, a social worker for the State of Hawaiʻi Department of Health on the island of Kauaʻi. Subscribers to the podcast will enjoy their authentic conversations in olelo Niihau and are encouraged to glean insights into language use, communication dynamics, and cultural knowledge of poe Niihau. The content of the Tuitui Malamalama Podcast can be used by educators and other professionals as a way to learn and understand the lifestyle, culture, and knowledge systems of poe olelo Niihau. Spelling conventions for all textual elements of Tuitui Malamalama Podcasts follow olelo Niihau traditions. Series 1- Introductions & Social-Emotional Learning The inaugural series of Tuitui Malamalama weaves together five short stories shared by Ipo and Pualei along with studio guests Makana Garma and Hinaleimoana Wong-Kalu. The range of human experiences are discussed in these five podcasts that touch upon the social-emotional aspects of life on Niihau covering such topics as spirituality, child rearing, grief and loss, celebration, and caring for elders.

Episode 2 - Uhane - Ipo Wong (podcast host) and Pualei Kaohelaulii celebrate Ke Akua. General Overview: Tuitui Malamalama is a new collaborative podcast series presented by Kawaihuelani, Department of Hawaiian Language at Hawaiʻinuiākea, Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement (CNHA) and Kanaeokana, the network of kula Hawaiʻi.Tuitui Malamalama is focused on capturing the range of human experiences as expressed through the eyes and language of the people of Niihau. The podcasts are led by its host, Dr. Ipolani Wong, Associate Professor at Kawaihuelani.In the inaugural series, she sits with her sister, Pualei Kaohelauli, a social worker for the State of Hawaiʻi Department of Health on the island of Kauaʻi. Subscribers to the podcast will enjoy their authentic conversations in olelo Niihau and are encouraged to glean insights into language use, communication dynamics, and cultural knowledge of poe Niihau. The content of the Tuitui Malamalama Podcast can be used by educators and other professionals as a way to learn and understand the lifestyle, culture, and knowledge systems of poe olelo Niihau. Spelling conventions for all textual elements of Tuitui Malamalama Podcasts follow olelo Niihau traditions. Series 1- Introductions & Social-Emotional Learning The inaugural series of Tuitui Malamalama weaves together five short stories shared by Ipo and Pualei along with studio guests Makana Garma and Hinaleimoana Wong-Kalu. The range of human experiences are discussed in these five podcasts that touch upon the social-emotional aspects of life on Niihau covering such topics as spirituality, child rearing, grief and loss, celebration, and caring for elders.

Episode 1: Hoolauna Episode 1 begins with traditional Niihau himeni and pule to open the podcast. Ipo and Pualei share their childhood stories. Key words and phrases: uhane, wā keiki, etc. General Overview: Tuitui Malamalama is a new collaborative podcast series presented by Kawaihuelani, Department of Hawaiian Language at Hawaiʻinuiākea, Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement (CNHA) and Kanaeokana, the network of kula Hawaiʻi.Tuitui Malamalama is focused on capturing the range of human experiences as expressed through the eyes and language of the people of Niihau. The podcasts are led by its host, Dr. Ipolani Wong, Associate Professor at Kawaihuelani.In the inaugural series, she sits with her sister, Pualei Kaohelauli, a social worker for the State of Hawaiʻi Department of Health on the island of Kauaʻi. Subscribers to the podcast will enjoy their authentic conversations in olelo Niihau and are encouraged to glean insights into language use, communication dynamics, and cultural knowledge of poe Niihau. The content of the Tuitui Malamalama Podcast can be used by educators and other professionals as a way to learn and understand the lifestyle, culture, and knowledge systems of poe olelo Niihau. Spelling conventions for all textual elements of Tuitui Malamalama Podcasts follow olelo Niihau traditions. Series 1- Introductions & Social-Emotional Learning The inaugural series of Tuitui Malamalama weaves together five short stories shared by Ipo and Pualei along with studio guests Makana Garma and Hinaleimoana Wong-Kalu. The range of human experiences are discussed in these five podcasts that touch upon the social-emotional aspects of life on Niihau covering such topics as spirituality, child rearing, grief and loss, celebration, and caring for elders.