Rebroadcast: Best of Talanoa Way - Pasifika Filmmakers Share Fight to Protect Mauna Kea

  • May 23, 2024
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RadioACTive the Talanoa Way, with Stephanie Mahina. Tune in as she talks story and dives deep into Utah's Pasifika community with Jenilyn Su'a to discuss the Pacific Islander candidates running for Utah's House of Representatives. Aaron Welcher of ACLU of Utah shares Protester's rights in Utah. Filmmakers, Jalena Keane-Lee and Hāwane Rios share their new feature length documentary, Standing Above the Clouds in their fight to protect Hawai'i's sacred Mauna Kea.

Malo 'Aupito for tuning into tonight's RadioACTive, the Talanoa Way with Radioactive Community Host, Stephanie Mahina as we feature the following people, organizations and/or events. Check them out and get plugged into your community!

Jenilyn Su’a of Utah Pacific Islander Civic Engagement Coalition (UPICEC) and VICE CHAIR Asian Pacific Island Democratic Caucus encourages Utah to get out and vote. UPICEC aims have Pasifika community members involved in their local government.

Aaron Welcher, Communications Director of ACLU of Utah shares about what to know when it comes to Protester's rights in Utah. As student-led encampments in solidarity with Palestine have been held on the lawn of Presidents Circle at the University of Utah.

Then filmmakers, Jalena Keane-Lee and Hāwane Rios share their new feature length documentary, “Standing Above the Clouds” in their fight to protect Hawai'i's sacred Mauna Kea.

  • READ: "No Construction of the TMT Telescope on Mauna Kea" Petition

Rallies & Resources: 

  • 5/25- API Heritage Month 5K Walk/Run - Jordan River Nayur Ctr 8-11

  • 5/30- API Heritage Month Kaipola - Encircle SLC

  • June 8: 47th Utah Asian Festival 2024, 11a-8p at Utah State Fairpark, 1055 W. North Temple, SLC. Event by Utah Asian Festival: "This year marks the 47th year of our Utah Asian Festival! Our mission to annually hold the Utah Asian Festival is to demonstrate unity in our Asian community, showcasing a wealth of traditions, including performances, exhibits, and foods. Come support our Utah Asian communities, culture, and sponsors with FREE admission! Under State Fairpark policies, no pets are permitted on the grounds except for service animals. For more information check out our website: https://utahasianfestival.org."

  • Guests' views, thoughts, or opinions are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the board, staff, or members of Listeners' Community Radio of Utah, KRCL 90.9fm. Questions, comments, or suggestions for the show? Email radioactive@krcl.org. Tonight's RadioACTive team included:

    • Executive Producer: Lara Jones
    • Producer: Valene MC
    • Community Host & Booker: Stephanie Mahina

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