The Faika Broadcast S8 Ep 20 with Manumalo Ala'ilima

Annie, her family and friends call her Lydia. She’s Samoan and Black, born and raise in San Francisco’s Potreo Hill Projects. Annie is a proud mother of two and has been an operator with Muni/SFMTA for nearly 10 years. She started on buses, then moved to trolleys, Muni Light Rail (Trains), and now she’s a Grip Woman on on SF Cable Cars. She is the 6th woman in the 150-year Cable Car history to become a Grip.

Tiana Nonosina Liufau is a UCLA graduate from the Department of World Arts & Cultures, holding Bachelor of Arts degrees in Cultural Studies and Dance. With an impressive portfolio as a choreographer, Tiana has mad significant contributions to the entertainment industry. She has worked as a choreographer for both the original Moana film and its highly anticipated sequel, Moana 2, slated for release in November 2024. Currently Tiana is also serving as the choreographer for the live-action adaptation of Moana, which is currently in production. Additionally, she has showcased her talents on “So You Think You Can Dance,” further solidifying her reputation as a leading figure in the world of dance.

A host of PI Community Events are reviewed by Nackie and Carl

PCA Executive Director Tafilisaunoa Toleafoa and Director of Programming Mavis Boone come one to talk about their work at PCA and the upcoming Pacific Health Gathering on September 29th through October 1st

The Polynesian Heritage Awards winners and event is discussed as well as the Fealofani 3T event; both happened on 5/4