
Episode #53
Tauhi Vā with Prof. Tevita Kaʻili
Professor Tevita Kaʻili (BYU–Hawaii) discusses his Tongan heritage, bicultural upbringing, and anthropological work on tauhi vā (maintaining good relations) and fatongia (sacred duties), drawing on fieldwork in Maui, Seattle, and Auckland. He explores how Tongan cultural arts, religion, and communal practices adapt in the diaspora, shares family influences and personal stories—including his grandfather’s priesthood blessing during a hurricane—and highlights his book Marking Indigeneity. Thank you for listening to this episode of "The Aloha EQ Podcast". The reason for creating this podcast is to make emotional intelligence a priority in the lives of all who hear it. It is not just a buzzword - it is a lifestyle. You and your family will benefit from making emotional intelligence a part of everyday life. Listen to the other episodes, and leave your thoughts and share them with others. Aloha! Ruth Kongaika rkongaika@gmail.com



