Ke Alaka'i: The Podcast
Ke Alaka'i: The Podcast explores stories of the Laie and BYU–Hawaii communities. Hosted by Julia Aunai and Linda Laulu, they interview members of the community about their experiences, projects, and takes on life.
Ke Alaka'i: The Podcast
Latest Episodes
Are We All Just Performing Now?
To kick off the new season, new host Julia Aunai is joined by former co-host Myco Marcaida to explore individualism, the pressure to stand out and the concept of the "looking glass self" as they discuss what it means to build an identity in a t...
Why Your Brain Won't Focus
In this episode, BYU–Hawaii counselor Susiane Manning and student leader Shane Reinward break down what distractibility actually looks like in college life—from constant mental overload to the role of curiosity and environment. Drawing from res...
Behind The Winning Voice
Adrian Pramoso shares his journey as a music student navigating the realities of pursuing a career in music. From nearly quitting music to winning three categories at a national singing competition, he talks about mentorship, the realities behi...
The (Lost) Art of Conversation
Lucy Miller shares how curiosity and meaningful conversations have shaped the way she understands others and herself. In this episode, she reflects on why the “art of conversation” feels lost today and how intentional dialogue can lead to deepe...
What Mental Health Looks Like in College
In this conversation, BYU–Hawaii Counseling Services counselor Kaeokalei Alo and student leader Kalela Stone discuss what mental health can actually look like in college life—from everyday habits like sleep and relationships to the role of comm...
