In this powerful episode of Pacific Empowerment, Akanesi Kaufusi opens up about facing online bullies after speaking out on faikava and the harmful customs that silence women. Instead of letting the attacks win, she transformed the experience into fuel for growth and empowerment.

Drawing wisdom from books like Viktor Frankl’s Man’s Search for Meaning, Don Miguel Ruiz’s The Four Agreements, Brené Brown’s Daring Greatly, and Ryan Holiday’s The Obstacle Is the Way, Akanesi shares practical strategies to rise above criticism, protect your peace, and turn obstacles into opportunities. This episode is a reminder that bullies only win if you hand them your power.

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In this episode, I sit down with domestic violence survivor Lizzie Wong as she bravely shares her personal story. Today, Lizzie works in a Domestic Violence Center, supporting survivors and strengthening services across communities. She is also the founder of the non-profit Fijian Diaspora, dedicated to empowering Pacific women survivors of domestic violence. Together, we talk about resilience, healing, and creating a future where both men and women are safe, healed, and becoming better human beings.

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In this powerful episode, we tackle three big topics that are shaping conversations in our Pacific communities.

First, we address the growing issue of sexualising women in modern kava sessions - how a respected cultural role is being distorted, and what this means for our traditions and values.

Next, we look at church donations: the heart behind giving, what the Bible actually says about generosity, and how manipulation from the pulpit can hurt families and communities.

Finally, we dive into the #MeToo movement - how it started, how it brought down some of the world’s most powerful figures, and the lessons we can apply here in the Pacific to break cycles of silence, protect the vulnerable, and drive real change.

This episode isn’t about judgement - it’s about love for our people, truth-telling, and the hope that even one story shared or one truth spoken could transform a life.

🎧 Listen in, reflect, and let’s be part of a movement that uplifts, protects, and empowers the Pacific.

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What does it really mean to be rich the right way? In this episode, we dive deep into the truth about money, success, and faith. From Shannon Sharpe’s recent downfall to the story of Job’s unshakable faith, and even the billion-dollar journey of YouTube’s MrBeast - we’ll explore how wealth can either build you up or break you down.

You’ll hear how the Bible warns against the love of money, why poverty can push people into desperate choices, and how laziness and poor mindsets have held back our Pacific communities for generations. We’ll also look at powerful examples of what it means to use wealth as a tool, not a master, to bless others and glorify God.

If you’ve ever wondered how to build wealth without losing your values, your faith, or your soul - this episode is for you.

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In this heartfelt episode of Pacific Empowerment, we honor the life and legacy of George “Fiji” Veikoso, whose journey from humble beginnings in Fiji to becoming the voice of the Pacific is a true testimony of persistence and passion. 

We dive into the powerful lesson of Napoleon Hill’s Three Feet from Gold — a story that reminds us why so many give up just before success. I’ll also share my own journey of building Siuhuu and the struggles that test me daily, plus the inspiring story of a Tongan woman who chose long-term investments over quick gains to build a legacy for her family. 

This episode is a call to our Pacific people: don’t chase quick money. Instead, build with passion, invest wisely, and create freedom and generational wealth that will last.

If you’ve ever felt like throwing in the towel, this episode is for you - because the truth is, most people give up right before their breakthrough, and I’m here to make sure you’re not one of them.

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We start this episode by talking about the recent CEO-employee affair at the Coldplay concert, and the lessons we can all learn from it. From there, we dive into a topic many avoid: Leadership, Marriage, and Affairs.

Why do some leaders risk everything behind closed doors? What role do grief, pressure, or ego really play?

Drawing from Esther Perel’s The State of Affairs, I unpack the deeper reasons behind infidelity - not just lust, but emotional disconnection, identity loss, and the 80/20 rule.

I also share my own story - 11 years of marriage, tested and refined. Along the way, I offer relationship advice for young people and married couples navigating infidelity.

This episode is real, challenging, and necessary. Let’s talk about the things no one wants to sa, but everyone needs to hear,

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In this powerful and deeply personal episode, we dive into the importance of speaking up against injustice, even when it feels like you're standing alone.

I explore the stories of global heroes like Rosa Parks, Malala Yousafzai, Nelson Mandela, and biblical figures like Moses and Esther - ordinary people who used their voices to spark extraordinary change. We also confront the culture of silence in Pacific Island communities, where tradition, respect, and faith are sometimes used to protect injustice rather than confront it.

This episode isn’t just about history, it’s about our story. It’s a call to action for Pacific Islanders everywhere: to speak truth, to break generational silence, and to become bold voices for justice, healing, and transformation.

And for the first time, I’m opening up this podcast to you. If you have a story to tell about injustice, corruption, or anything you’ve stayed silent about for too long, I invite you to share it. Whether it's through a conversation on this podcast or anonymously through email, your voice matters.

📧 Share your story: [email protected]

Change starts with a voice.
Let it be yours.

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In this episode, I open up about the real challenges I’ve faced building Siuhuu, a fully operational e-commerce platform for the Pacific, and how Tall Poppy Syndrome is blocking the growth our region desperately needs.

From constant messages asking to “collaborate” while quietly trying to copy the platform, to seeing funding and energy wasted on reinventing what already exists, I share what it’s really like to build something that challenges the status quo in the Pacific. We talk about why it’s often our own people holding us back, how competition at the lowest level keeps us poor, and why we need to focus on collaboration, payment systems, and logistics instead of duplicating what’s already working.

And because I don’t want you to get stuck in negativity, I end this episode with practical guidance on how to create your vision board, so you stay focused on building your purpose and don’t get distracted by people who don’t see your vision.

If you care about seeing the Pacific move forward, this one’s for you.

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Is faith alone enough to truly change us? In this episode, we dive deep into a topic often considered taboo in our Pacific communities: the connection between faith, hidden wounds, and true healing. Growing up in the church, many of us were taught that faith and prayer alone would change us - but why do cycles of hurt, anger, and generational trauma still continue?

We explore why faith and inner work must go together, how unhealed wounds affect the way we treat ourselves and our loved ones, and why breaking these cycles is crucial for our families and future generations. Drawing from biblical examples, personal stories, and insights from psychology, this episode will challenge you to reflect on your journey and encourage you to take the steps needed for true transformation.

Listen until the end, reflect deeply, and decide for yourself. It’s time to break the cycle and become who God created you to be.

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In this episode, I dive deep into what it really takes to build mental toughness - especially as a Pacific Islander navigating the pressures of life, entrepreneurship, and personal growth. I share stories from my own journey, lessons from books like Think and Grow Rich and The Secret, and the mindset shifts that helped me overcome self-doubt, cultural expectations, and emotional challenges. If you’ve ever struggled with negative thoughts, criticism, or feeling like you're not enough - this episode is for you.
Let’s build the resilience you need to rise.

You can watch the video podcast on https://www.youtube.com/@pacificempowerment