What up Leeward! Let's Dive Deep Podcast

'Ōlelo O Ka Mahina is Student Government’s short series started by the Student Services Counselors that identify as Native Hawaiian.  The purpose of ʻŌlelo O Ka Mahina is to provide an audio library that we can reference that allows us to continue to practice ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi.  

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Welcome back to "What Up Leeward! Let's Dive Deep", your go-to platform where we address prevailing student life topics and explore initiatives that make student life enriching and comprehensive. 

In this episode, we are besides ourselves with excitement, as we are joined by Nikki and Bella from the Ma'i Movement Hawai’i - a groundbreaking endeavor that focuses on making ma'i products accessible for all, and in turn, combating what is known as 'period poverty'. 

For our listeners unaware of 'period poverty', it is the hardship many women and those assigned female at birth face, due to a lack of access to sanitary products, menstrual hygiene education, toilets, hand washing facilities, and waste management. The Ma'i Movement Hawai’i is at the forefront of addressing this at the UH system and in our community, setting a framework decolonising, destigmatizing, and decriminalising ma'i. 

One of the major victories of the Ma'i Movement is the installation of product dispensers in all women's restrooms across our campuses and the placement of acrylic containers in men's restrooms for our transgender or gender nonconforming classmates. This sends a powerful and inclusive message, combating period poverty and addressing the needs of all students, regardless of their gender identity. 

As we dive deep with Nikki-Ann Yee, we'll broach a broad range of topics from ma'i products, aggression towards period poverty, to the essential pillars of gender equality and inclusivity. This conversation is bound to be inspiring, enlightening, and a testament to the power of activism in fostering change in our communities. 

If the Ma'i Movement has piqued your interest as much as it has ours, we encourage you to delve deeper or lend a hand. Visit their official website www.maimovement.org or get in touch with them directly via their contact page. They consistently open their arms to anyone interested in contributing to their noble mission, ultimately fostering a society that is all-embracing, supportive, and considerate. --- And don't forget to follow them on social media for any updates. Find them on Instagram @maimovementHAWAII 

Join us on the Live Pono Love Pono podcast as we delve into the intricate world of narcissistic personality tendencies. In this engrossing series, we unravel the complexities of narcissism, shedding light on the different facets that define it. We support our discussions with insights from experts and the experiences of individuals who have interacted with narcissistic personalities.  

A highlight of this thoughtful exploration is our conversation with counselor Syreeta Washington. Expect an in-depth discussion about 'love bombing', an overwhelming expression of affection often employed by individuals with narcissistic traits. As we navigate these intense themes, our ultimate goal is to foster understanding, inspire empathy, and encourage support for those affected by narcissistic personalities. 

This series presents an array of enriching discussions aimed at expanding listeners’ knowledge and perspectives. In today's episode, the podcast welcomes

IM LeeGaming thrives on the diversity within its team. The beauty of their initiative is not confined to just gaming; it's a magnificent collaboration involving individuals from many different walks of life. The unity in their diversity becomes the team's strength. 

Each member brings their distinct cultural influences, personal beliefs, favorite games, and individual personalities to the table. This commitment to celebrating personal and collective diversity reflects in every tournament they participate in and every interaction that unfurls on their platform. The goal remains clear: to develop and maintain a vibrant, engaged, and inclusive community of students who share a shared passion for the gaming world. 

ASUH dives deep into this topic with Iazyiah and Rylie. They provide captivating and insightful commentary on the team's core ethos, demonstrating just how essential diversity is to the culture of IM LeeGaming. Tune in to learn more about these remarkable individuals, their shared vision, and how they encourage variety within the gaming sphere.

Don't forget to stay updated on all the latest news, updates, and announcements from IM LeeGaming. Follow them on their social media @imleegaming. This is a golden opportunity for you to further dialogue and grow with this vibrant community. Make sure you don't miss out on any exciting event, tournament, or opportunity for collaboration. Be the part of IM LeeGaming and immerse yourself in a thriving gaming community that values both personal growth and collective success.

In this episode, we extend the conversation beyond the stage and get deeply personal with Joshua "Baba" Kamoani‘ala Tavares, the director of a new family drama set in Hawai’i. The illuminating chat encapsulates a vibrant exchange, entwining his play's underlying themes - focusing on narcissism within the family dynamics - and his creative process as a storyteller. Narcissism, often misunderstood or brushed under the rug, is woven delicately through the narratives of his characters. This sparks a beautiful exploration of their personal identities and how these identities influence their individual and collective journeys towards healing. 

In this gripping play, Glitter in the Pa'akai a son returns to his Hawaiian 'ohana with his husband, setting the stage for an exploration of tradition and culture within family dynamics. Tavares crafts a compelling narrative, capturing the influence of narcissism on relationships and self-perception within the family. 

Experience a slice of culture in an affective play with themes of narcissism's impacts on family dynamics, running at the Earle Ernst Lab Theatre from February 7 - 11. 

In this informative conversation with Jenny and Jolyn from Leeward Community Colleges financial aid team,  substantial changes to the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) are discussed. Key takeaways include the significant reduction in the number of questions on the form, now a vastly more user-friendly 46 down from over a hundred. The application process, once a tedious procedure, is now anticipated to take almost half the time. The discussion also highlights the increased flexibility in college preferences as students are now allowed to list up to 20 colleges, a noticeable increase from the previous 10. A plus for non-English speakers, the FAFSA application is now available in 11 major languages in addition to English and Spanish. 

The conversation covers the new requirement for the IRS data exchange, thus rendering both manual input and the previously used IRS data retrieval tool obsolete. This update necessitates providing consent to exchange IRS data with FAFSA. Another term introduced is 'contributor', pertaining to individuals who assist the student in filling up the FAFSA application, like parents or spouses. They conclude with the announcement of the phasing-out of the Expected Family Contribution (EFC) which is to be replaced by the Student Aid Index (SAI). 

This engaging conversation provides valuable insights for students and guardians anticipating changes to the FAFSA process, simplifying the procedure, and ensuring financial aid is more accessible and less taxing.

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'Ōlelo O Ka Mahina is Student Government’s short series started by the Student Services Counselors that identify as Native Hawaiian.  The purpose of ʻŌlelo O Ka Mahina is to provide an audio library that we can reference that allows us to continue to practice ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi.  

Stay safe, stay connected, and continue to gain knowledge!

Connect with us!

IG: leewardsg

YouTube: leewardsg

In today's podcast episode, we dive into an area that may be familiar to quite a few of you: grappling with the emotional upheaval and pressure that come with restructuring families due to divorce. We acknowledge that embarking on such life-altering paths can be quite daunting. However, consider this: what if you were introduced to a fresh outlook that could help morph these traditionally challenging experiences into peaceful transitions?

According to the U.S. Census Bureau data, about 10.8% of Hawaii's population is divorced, so this topic resonates with many of our listeners. Whether you have personally experienced divorce, or your family has undergone this transition, we put out this podcast to provide a supportive, informative and relatable platform for everyone. 

Lisa Jacobs, founder and president of Better Way Divorce, a firm also known as Pono Divorce, brings an enlightening take on this matter. She plays a key role in advocating for peaceful family restructuring and resolution outside of court, redefining self-worth and alleviating fears during these challenging times. 

'Ōlelo O Ka Mahina is Student Government’s short series started by the Student Services Counselors that identify as Native Hawaiian.  The purpose of ʻŌlelo O Ka Mahina is to provide an audio library that we can reference that allows us to continue to practice ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi.  

Stay safe, stay connected, and continue to gain knowledge!

Connect with us!

IG: leewardsg

YouTube: leewardsg

Welcome aboard on our 'Live Pono, Love Pono' podcast series. Today, we have curated a special episode focused on the powerful idea of 'being enough', designed to serve as a sanctuary for those of us wrestling with feelings of self-inadequacy. This episode will guide you through the terrains of self-doubt, providing you with tried-and-true self-care strategies and insights to embrace your inherent worth. Our goal is to leave you informed, engaged, and importantly, a little more self-compassionate. 

In today's episode, we will shed light on the harmful practice of comparison which frequently feeds our feelings of not being enough. We endeavor to lead you on a transformative journey to say no to unjust comparisons and appreciate the individuality of everyone's life journey. The discussed strategies and words of wisdom will illuminate our central theme - you are always enough, just as you are. Promising helpful tips, enlightening discussions, and a lot of empathy, we are committed to bolstering your journey to self-acceptance and recognition. So let's tune in, soak in the knowledge, and fortify the belief that you are, unquestionably, enough.