Best Micronesia Podcasts (2025)

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258 Duncan Harrison, Managing Director, JAC International 46:01

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“In Japan, if you want performance, you need ultra-clear expectations—people need to know the goal.” “Building trust means creating a safe environment where it’s okay to make mistakes.” “Consensus-building is not optional in Japan—it’s how decisions gain traction.” “Every new joiner has lunch with me and a one-on-one at three months—connection matt…

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257 Yvette Pang, CEO International Logistics Company 1:02:46

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“We walk the talk—not talk the talk.” “Expect the unexpected—Japan will challenge every assumption you bring.” “The language we use programs our mindset—'we' means we’re in it together.” “Creating little leaders is more powerful than just giving orders.” “Trust here runs deeper—it's built case by case, moment by moment.” Previously Yvette was Manag…

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Protesting the Camp Blaz Activation Ceremony (2023) with Prutehi 1:10:22

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Send us a text On January 26, 2023, a group of activists protested a ceremony for the reactivation of the new US Marine Corps Base on Guam, Camp Blaz. Despite not disrupting the event in any way save for the holding of banners and signs, they were escorted away by Guam Police SWAT officers. This February 2023 episode of Fanachu features the voices …

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256 Eiichiro Onozawa CEO Savills Japan 1:02:46

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“You have to crystallize the objective—what the goal is, and how we can get there.” “I treat differences as differences—not as superior or inferior.” “If people are good at what they do, all I need to do is be a facilitator.” “Eighty percent of stress comes from dealing with people—it’s not the work itself.” Previously Eiichiro was CEO of Nippon Bu…

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FORMULA INDIE ASIA, AFRICA & OCEANIA 9.7.2025 3:03:26

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Kelli Brogan - Dance SQUIRE – i wanna be yours Rapturious N – The Entire Function Ratfink! – About Ya Peter Spacey -All I want is you to stay Mister Bith – Masquerade A/B – Fucked up generation Dave Violenza – Incessante DBsock - Swing Jean's Hill – Away Insize Collective – Years Romanesco Roman - Thinking out Alp Kargoren – Feel It Maluscomas – Lo…

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255 Duncan Macintyre Managing Director CBRE Asia Pacific 56:05

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· You’ve got to create the right environment so people can be successful and want to stay.” · “In Japan, trust takes longer to earn—but once you have it, it doesn’t disappear.” · “You can’t just come in and declare the solution—you’ve got to sit back and observe first.” · “I don’t want to tell people what to do; I want them to lead and ask for advi…

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254 Guillaume Hansali- Country Head Keywords Studios 1:36:16

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“Trust, for me, is the ability to predict someone’s behaviour—consistency builds that predictability.” “Excellence isn’t the outcome—it’s the rigour of the process, even when the result is uncertain.” “You can’t sell yourself forever; you have to build trust in the company, not just the founder.” “Being vulnerable as a leader unlocks trust—it gives…

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253 Terii Jacobs, Regional Senior Director, Head of Human Resources, Japan, Korea, and Micronesia, Hilton 1:03:18

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Previously Terii was Talent and Change-Asia Pacific head for British American Tabacco; Executive Officer and Vice-President, Business Engagement Leader-Special Projects, MetLife; Talent Partner APAC-Director UBS; Senior Consultant, Human Partners/Citadel Consulting; Organization Development Executive British American Tabacco Japan. He has a BA from…

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252 Marc Bolduc, ITL Food Division and Representative Director Japan, Intralox and Chairman of The Canadian Chamber of Commerce In Japan 1:01:54

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“If you’re going to lead a team in Japan, trust is the number one thing you have to build.” “I didn’t want it to be too top-down—I wanted everyone to feel part of one unit.” “Celebrate success, but do it as a team—that’s how you motivate in Japan.” “Innovation needs a safe environment where people feel they won’t be punished for trying.” “Foreign l…

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FORMULA INDIE ASIA, AFRICA & OCEANIA 11.6.2025 2:38:12

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classicism kids – EIGHTIES Viscula – Rhumba Dorbi - Cake on your face Wes Coeur - Runway Four Younique – Everything That Holds You Back The Ghosties – Electricity C-19,Karnie James-Taylor – Caught me by surprise Mayan – TROP RÉEL Jungaji – Kalkurr feat. Dean Brady Skram – If We Die Noobe – Shine Georgia Ray – Ignorance is Bliss Melanie Cowmeadow – …

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251 Kohei Noda, Country Director AB InBev Japan 52:37

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“Leadership is building a strong team that can execute with resilience and deliver consistent results over time.” “There’s no easy way—other than talking to people—to truly know what’s happening in your organization.” “You need a balance of patience and impatience to create belief and drive change in Japan.” “If you say the customer comes first, th…

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Thinking Outside the Colonial Box with Edward A. Alvarez (250th episode) 59:30

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Send us a text For the 250th episode of Fanachu recorded back in 2023, we welcomed as guest former Guam Commission on Decolonization Executive Director Edward A. Alvarez, who served in that capacity during the administration of Maga'låhen Eddie Calvo administration. He has been a guest on Fanachu many times over the years and for this episode he fo…

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250 Akiko Karaki, Partner Head of Tokyo, Brunswick Group 1:02:57

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Previously Akiko was a Commentator for Fuji TV; Co-Founder of Women In Action; Partner, Strategy &; Division Head at Japan Post; Vice-President Calyon Securities; Associate McKinsey & Company; Vice-President and Associate, General Counsel J.P. Morgan. She graduated with a JD in Law from Tokyo University and has a Master Of Law from Columbia Law Sch…

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249 Bruno Gaussorgues, Country Manager, Societe Generale 53:52

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“If you want to impact people, first, you need to trust them—and then give them space.” “You forget about collective decision-making in Japan—you build consensus privately, one by one.” “The best execution comes from ideas people believe are their own.” “I listen first. Then I discuss. Then I decide. But always, I listen first.” “Leadership is not …

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Pacific Islander Legend Personality Quiz - Legends from the Pacific 1:16

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Discover what your Pacific Islander Legend is. Go to our website, or www.WhatsMyLegend.com and take our quiz today! www.LegendsFromThePacific.com

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FORMULA INDIE ASIA, AFRICA & OCEANIA 19.5.2025 2:19:08

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Mr.GNG - Cognitive Haze (ft. Aatrey Bhatt) Poison Oak – Replay Ben Rankin – All is Well in Hell Jays Million – SUMOMI Raising Ravens – The Storm Travee – Fall For Me Sweatbaby – Body Viscula – Art of Tear Tom Lark – Dive On In KAI.ZEN – dopamine El Tee – I still Sing About You Aleh Adler – Crossed The Line Alex Base – Malika Jaz – Regression Jungaj…

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248 Rodrigo Lima, President, Danone Japan 59:38

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Previously Rodrigo was Managing Director Danone Oceania, Managing Director Danone Nutricia Oceania, Managing Director Early Life Nutrition Danone Australia and New Zealand, Managing Director India, Sales and Commercial Director Medical Nutrition Division Sao Paulo, Brazil, Affiliate General Manager Columbia Eli Lilly, Regional Brand Director Europe…

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Pacific Historic Parks Community Empowerment Project - Nicole Calvo 26:57

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Development & Program Manager Nicole Calvo of non-profit Pacific Historic Parks shares findings from their recent Community Empowerment Project needs assessment conducted with focus groups in Saipan, Tinian, Rota, and Guam. 04.10.25By info3rp

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Marianas Peace Corps Volunteers - Dennis Vander Tuig 35:07

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Marianas Peace Corps Volunteer Dennis Vander Tuig shares about his experiences in the islands from 1974-1976, including the establishment of local offices for historic preservation and arts & culture. 05.08.25By info3rp

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Marianas Peace Corps Volunteers - Peter Espinosa 30:35

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Marianas Peace Corps Volunteer Peter Espinosa shares about his experiences in the islands from 1969 to 1971. 05.01.25By info3rp

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2024 Governor's Humanities Awardee Dr. Teresa Arriola 29:47

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Dr. Teresa Arriola, 2024 Governor's Humanities Awardee for Research and Publication in The Humanities, shares about her research and work in anthropology, particularly related to indigenous rights and community empowerment. 04.24.25By info3rp

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Art & Healing - Victoria Sewell 31:40

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Marianas artist Victoria Sewell shares about art and healing from both a professional and personal perspective. 04.17.25By info3rp

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A Marianas-made Chef - Zenn Tomokane 37:54

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Executive Sous Chef Zenn Tomokane has about his culinary career in The Marianas. 04.03.25By info3rp

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247 Rose MacDonald, Country Manager Japan, Wine Australia 1:01:00

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Previously, Rose worked for Pernod Ricard Japan as a Brand Manager for Ki No Bi and White Spirits, Brand Manager for Jameson Irish Whiskey, and Wine Ambassador. Her earlier roles also included Sales Support Executive at iSeek Communications, Guest Relations at Tokyo Daiichi Hotel, and Guest Relations at Whitehorse Hotel. Rose holds a Bachelor of Co…

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MANGO - Shawna Babauta, Shannon Sasamoto 25:20

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Executive Director Shawna Babauta of MANGO - Marianas Alliance of Non-governmental Organizations - and MANGO client Shannon Sasamoto of Faha' Digital Media share about the work of the non-profit organization. 03.27.25By info3rp

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"See Something, Say Something: Our Family's Struggle Against Hate" with Mike and Moani Muña 58:32

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Send us a text Mike Muña was active duty military serving in the US Coast Guard on Guam, when he began to experience discrimination and encountered bigotry against Chamorus that targeted his family and threatened to tear them apart. For this 2022 episode of Fanachu Mike and his wife Moanike'ala share their experiences challenging the systemic racis…

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246 Alexandre Lanos, General Manager of Jean Rousseau Japan 1:01:10

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Alex previously was an analyst for Marche Industriel Europe (Alternance), Assistant Commerciaux Grand Comptes, Assistant Commercial Manager Le Jardin Gaulois. He is an alumnus of ISEAM (Institut Supérieur d'Études en Alternance du Management), Marne-la-Vallée, France. Summary Alex shares his experience leading a niche luxury brand specializing in h…

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FORMULA INDIE ASIA, AFRICA & OCEANIA 1.5.2025 2:43:51

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House of Light – NYC Izzy Skinner – Mala Suerte Izzy Skinner – Oh Well... JesseMelancholy – does the skin i wear define me? King's Vengeance – Burn It Down Kirpi – Bir Bilmece Kris Gomez – This Is How The World Ends Moshe bareket – Caramel Mousewater – Stain NAOLUNA – Star Omer Gino – Necklace Osiris LIghts – Selah Poison Oak – WASTED Rachaaine – L…

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245 Carl Moser, President of Vollmer Japan Corporation 1:03:22

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Previously, Carl was President of ODU Japan, Technology Support DMG Mori. He graduated with an MA in Business Administration from the University of Augsburg Carl’s journey from discovering Japanese sword arts to leading a German machine tool subsidiary in Japan illustrates the fusion of cultural appreciation and professional growth. Carl began his …

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FORMULA INDIE ASIA, AFRICA & OCEANIA 25.4.2025 2:26:58

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Kara Zmatiq – Slay Micheed – Misery DayEyez – Insecurities Spenser Phoenix – At First Sight Jarde Salase – Dance with the Devil Phyllzx – mama please Chemmie – Waka Splikak! - Go Easy Jarde Salase – Dance with the Devil Jarde Salase – Stand Up Hazel Ray – I See You Jacqui Beaa – Twennies RB Waves of Jazz – Body And Soul nfm – vitals K.G.initials – …

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244 Junko Kubokawa, Ex- President, Croda Japan 1:13:29

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Previously she was General Manager Nutrition and Health BASF Japan, Deputy Region Head Asia Pacific and Sales Head Japan, BL Home & Personal care, Ciba Inc. She has a BA in Pharmaceutical Sciences from Tokyo University and an MBA from INSEAD Her leadership philosophy reveals a thoughtful, people-centered, and culturally nuanced approach. As Preside…

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FORMULA INDIE ASIA, AFRICA & OCEANIA 18.4.2025 2:46:06

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BRITNEY'S DIARY – You're Fucking Nuts (and I love it) CUTTED FILES – ME + YOU qvintvs_rex – TRANQUILLUM ARCTISKY – My Relief Avro Arvo – New York Emma Salisbury – Toxicity Janeuary – Loving you Joey Sachi – medea Nfm – daydreams SSY – Young, Happy & Free Gabriella Mordecai – Silent Tears Jade Noble – Whiskey Lady Lazarus – Rated X Tia Lautier – Won…

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Voices of the Chamoru Diaspora - Virtual Zine Launch 52:47

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Send us a text In 2022, Fanachu put out a call for Chamorus living outside of the Marianas to share their reflections and experiences in the diaspora. Dozens of artists, writers, musicians and performers responded and in 2023 we released an online zine titled "Voices of the Chamoru Diaspora" edited by Amara Rose San Agustin. For this episode of Fan…

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243 Alberto Fochesato Managing Director of Würth Industry Japan 1:02:27

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Previously Alberto was Sales Director-Industry APA in HoChiMinh, Sales Director-Industry APA Shanghai, Sales Director -South/East China Shanghai, Purchasing and Logistic Assistant Manager CTC Clatronic Padova Italy, HR & Market support Driving Force Asia Shanghai, Timesharing sales Representative Interval International Italy He has a BA and MA from…

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Exploring Latte of The Marianas - Leila Fleming Staffler 29:48

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Producer and director Leila Fleming Staffler shares about the first three films in her series "Exploring Latte of The Marianas." 02.20.25By info3rp

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242 Maxime Hotelier, Cluster General Manager Tokyo, IHG ANA Hotel Group 1:00:45

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Previously Maxime was General Manager Klimpton Shinjuku Tokyo, Food and Beverage Performance Manager IHG ANA Hotels Group Japan, Senior Champagne Brand Ambassador Pernod Ricard, Restaurant Manager & Chef Sommelier IHG ANA Hotels Group Japan, Restaurant Manager & Sommelier Relais & Chateaux, Restaurant Manager Windsor Hotel Toyo Resort and Spa Hokka…

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Snapshots of Marianas Court Cases - Robert O'Connor 30:42

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Longtime attorney Robert O'Connor shares highlights of court cases from his law career in The Marianas spanning over four decades. 03.20.25By info3rp

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FORMULA INDIE ASIA, AFRICA & OCEANIA 30.3.2025 2:31:44

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Ahmet Vural Kaya – Son Bir Şans Ver BOYSARM – ADUFE Imani-J – Blind Bitty – mango Vishwa Ganesh – Don't Wanna Go utah nice – Single cecil fernandez – Factory SIMON.VOO – All I Feel Is Mine The Sex Guys – Tin Foil Hat Atlantic Love – Hollow Tarita – Grand Old Dance of Love and Hate Feyisayo Anjorin – There's Somebody Here Ric & Maff – Disoriented Me…

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241 Tim Bailey, Principal at Bailey Consulting 1:32:48

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Previously Tim was President of Consumer Products at D+M Holdings, General Manager Johnson Electric China, Director Marketing & Manufacturing Black & Decker, Controller and Sales Manager Cavalier Corporation. He has both a BBA Finance and an MBA for Loyola University Maryland Summary Tim Bailey shares his journey, reflecting on the challenges he fa…

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Reflective Conversations - Adam Davis, Jennifer Alkezweeny 32:25

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Executive Director Adam Walsh and Program Director Jennifer Alkezweeny of Oregon Humanities share about the benefits of organizing reflective conversations in a community and their recent training in The Marianas. 03.13.25By info3rp

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FORMULA INDIE ASIA, AFRICA & OCEANIA 27.3.2025 1:31:52

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ANACY – Mistletoe BoyMX – Pull Up Bupkis – Everytiming Emma Salisbury – Run Exiles - I'll try Gokuri – Galapagos (feat. KASANE TETO) Isaac Koffi – Hatou Leyla Romanova – Fairy Tale Lyra Caltabiano – Night Creatures Mint Tulip – Radio Mulahbae – HATE TO HATE ME Namsachin – Final Act Natasha Kate – Chore Nick Di Gregorio – Give it a week Padhef – Sym…

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Normalizing Chamoru Language Learning 1:07:33

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Send us a text The majority of the Chamoru people in the world today are unable to speak their native language. To help keep the language a living part of our community, it is imperative that we do away with the stigma of not being able to speak Chamoru and instead focus on normalizing the everyday learning of Chamoru. For this episode of Fanachu, …

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2024 Governor's Humanities Awardee John S. Castro 33:52

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John S. Castro, Jr., the 2024 Governor's Humanities Awardee for Preservation of CNMI History, shares about his life of learning about and sharing Marianas history and culture.By info3rp

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Grace Christian Ministries - Rev. Raymond Kinsella, Rev. Michael Rodgers 32:39

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Founding Chairman Rev. Raymond Kinsella and current Chairman Rev. Michael Rodgers of Grace Christian Ministries share highlights from the 40 year history of the organization in The Marianas. 02.27.25By info3rp

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240 Yuichi Takayama, Country Head, Frontier Advisors 54:07

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Previously Yuichi was Head of Business Development, Misaki Capital, Senior Managing Director/Global Head of Sales (International Business) Nikko Asset Management, Managing Director Tokio Marine Asset Management, Senior Analyst/International Equity, Mizuho Trust and Banking, Portfolio Manager International Equity, Chuo Mitsui Trust and Banking Summa…

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Valentine's Day Special 2025 - Tony & Susan Satur 30:52

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On this Valentine's Day Special Tony & Susan Satur share from their 40+ years of marriage. 02.13.25By info3rp

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Marianas Family Histories - Herman Tenorio Guerrero 35:27

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Genealogist Herman "Jun Pan" Tenorio Guerrero shares about his work researching and documenting family histories in The Marianas. 01.30.25By info3rp

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239 Rami Suzuki, President ARC Therapies 1:02:50

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Previously Rami was President of Moderna Japan, CEO of Ferring Pharmaceuticals, VP Head Medical Affairs Division Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Corporate Officer, Business Development Eisai. Summary Rami Suzuki’s leadership journey is marked by adaptability, honesty, and a commitment to empowering others. Beginning her career as a cancer researcher, she …

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FORMULA INDIE ASIA, AFRICA & OCEANIA 11.3.2025 2:18:33

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Am Élie – Scared Of Silence Among The Restless – Running Away Babyface Milan – On & On Beach Vultures – Pocket BoyBoy- soliloquy Canb – Cennetten Bir Gün Charlie Crash Msc – Disappearance Debra Can - Hold On Debra Can – Adura Dorbi – Gym Crush EJ&CT – Regret Elke Schon – Pages You'll Never Read Ellen Mara Band – Burnout Eluera – like i do Emma Sali…

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Herman & Maria Deleon Guerrero - Jesus T. Deleon Guerrero, Herman T. Deleon Guerrero 34:20

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Herman and Jesus Tenorio Deleon Guerrero share stories about their parents Herman and Maria "Marakita" Deleon Guerrero, early entrepreneurs in The Marianas following WWII and the founders of Saipan's longest running bakery, Herman's Modern Bakery. 02.20.25By info3rp