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Pulse of Polynesia
Pulse of Polynesia is a vibrant podcast where Polynesians from all backgrounds unite to share their inspiring stories of resilience, ambition, and success. From growing up in the islands to navigating life across the globe, each episode highlights real experiences of overcoming challenges, embracing cultural identity, and achieving greatness—all while staying rooted in the spirit of Polynesia.
Pulse of Polynesia
🌺 LIVE A POWERFUL CONVERSATION WITH ‘ALISI TULUA 🌺
She’s one of the fiercest advocates for Pacific Islander justice in America — and she’s just getting started.
Join us for a raw, emotional, and empowering In the Hot Seat with Alisi Tulua, Executive Director of the Southern California Pacific Islander (SoCal PICRT) and Project Director of the NHPI Data Policy Lab at UCLA.
💡 From her upbringing in Monterey to her rise as a national voice for NHPI equity...
📊 From fighting for disaggregated data to holding policymakers accountable...
💔 From pandemic heartbreak to building a future our ancestors dreamed of...
This episode is not about data — it’s about our people.
It’s about being seen, being heard, and being counted.
🎧 Don’t miss this one. Set your reminder now.
Welcome to another episode of Pulse of Polynesia – In the Hot Seat!
I’m your host, Leaso Filoialii, coming to you live from Texas —
And joining me from Oklahoma is our one and only Chief Tasiaeafe
"Tonight’s guest is a woman whose work is changing lives across the Pacific Islander diaspora — not with spotlight or fanfare, but with data, dignity, and deep cultural responsibility."
"Born in Tonga and raised in Monterey, California, With over 15 years of experience in nonprofit leadership, community organizing, and public health advocacy, she has become one of the most respected voices in the national movement to make sure Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders are seen, counted, and prioritized."
"Her work has been featured by UCLA Health, NHPI Alliance, AAPI Data, and LEAP. She’s led critical campaigns for pandemic outreach, youth empowerment, and disaggregated data reporting that have shifted the way health equity is understood in this country."
"But tonight — we’re not just talking titles. We’re diving into her story. Her faith. Her fire. And the fight she carries every day for people who are often left out of the conversation."
"Please help us welcome TO the Hot Seat !!!! a true daughter of the islands, a protector of our stories, and a champion for those still waiting to be heard — ‘Alisi Tulua."