Fanachu! is a weekly podcast based in Guam in the Marianas Islands. It provides an decolonization and indigenous themed focus to news and events from the Marianas, Micronesia and the Pacific. It is live streamed each week on Facebook and features monthly episodes that promote the use and learning of the Chamoru language.
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A lively podcast about topical issues celebrating CHamoru culture
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A Chamorro Music Podcast dedicated to all of us who are overseas ni man mahalang nu i tano yan dandan chamoru. I hope you all enjoy this, and provide feedback/requests =]
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An informative show about culture, history, heritage and shared differences that demonstrates that seeks not to force hands, but to open minds and reach hearts.
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Thinking Outside the Colonial Box with Edward A. Alvarez (250th episode)
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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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"See Something, Say Something: Our Family's Struggle Against Hate" with Mike and Moani Muña
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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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Voices of the Chamoru Diaspora - Virtual Zine Launch
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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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Normalizing Chamoru Language Learning
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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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Fino' Chamoru Episode with Siñot Kin Concepcion
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Send us a text The late Joaquin “JC” Concepcion or Siñot Kin was an integral part of the Fanachu team before he passed away in October 2023. Through his collaboration with Fanachu over several years he hosted almost four dozen Fino' Chamoru dikike' na podcast episodes of "Kuentos Guåhan" and also helped organize a dozen episodes in our series highl…
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"Reimagining I Tiempon Españot in Guam's History" with Dr. Carlos Madrid
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Send us a text The Tiempon Españot or Spanish period of Guam History lasted for more than two hundred years and was a time filled with many dramatic changes for the Chamoru people in terms of their culture and identity. There are many misconceptions about this period of history that have been reinforced in Guam History books over the years, that ha…
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Climate Justice and Decolonization with Shaylin Salas
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Send us a text This episode of Fanachu featured as guest Shaylin Salas, an activist for climate justice, decolonization and the recipient of an Indigenous Youth Arts Fellowship from Cultural Survival. At the time of this podcast episode in February 2023, she was working on a climate change response guidebook and shared more about this project as we…
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"Matriarchal Waters" hosted by Tori Manley Speaking featuring Senadora Sabina Perez and Audrey Mesa Taylor
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Send us a text Season 8, Episode 328 of Fanachu was hosted by Tori Manley Speaking, premiered on November 14, 2024 and is the next installment in her series "The Environment and You." Here is her description for the episode on "Matriarchal Waters" as well as some resources to further your understanding on these issues. *************** "In environme…
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"Asian Pacific Islander Advocacy" with Felix Concepcion Sablan
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Send us a text This episode of Fanachu featured as guest Felix Concepcion Sablan, who at the time of recording, been advocating for more than 15 years on behalf of Chamorus and Pacific Islanders in Southern California. When he appeared on Fanachu, he was serving as a board member for UPAC (Union of Pan Asian Communities) and was also a member of th…
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"I Nubenan Niñu" Un Fino' Chamoru na Episode yan si Siñora Teresita Flores
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Send us a text For those wanting to learn more about Chamoru traditions around the Nobenan Niñu as well as practice your Chamoru, then this is the perfect Fanachu episode for you, as it features as guest Siñora Teresita Concepcion Flores, a member of the Kumision I Fino’ CHamoru giya Guåhan, a techa and a longtime Chamoru language educator. This ep…
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Awakening Our Kinship: Protecting Endemic Species and Natural Habitats by Tori Manley Speaking, featuring Tihu Lujan
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Send us a text For this episode of the series "The Environment and You" with Tori Manley Speaking, she explores the kinships that interconnect us with the land. On "Awakening Our Kinship: Protecting Endemic Species and Natural Habitats" she talks to Tihu Lujan of the group "Tåsi, Tåno' yan Todu" about personal healing that further connects us to th…
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"Remembering the Hale'-ta Series" with Vince Diaz and Christine Delisle
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Send us a text Do you remember the Hale’-ta series of books published by the Department of CHamoru Affairs? They featured essays and primary documents and biographies of important figures in Guam and Chamoru history. This series had a huge impact in terms of education and consciousness raising in the 1990s and early 2000s, but has not been active f…
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Trying Transportation Part 2 with Tori Manley Speaking (The Environment and You)
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Send us a text For this episode of Fanachu, Tori Manley Speaking sits down with Mike Manley, Trusted Car salesman, Father and Veteran. They discuss the most common mode of transportation, our expectation of well being and status through our cars. How we buy what we buy and how we can be at a constant disadvantage as Chamorro people. We end the epis…
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"Trying Transportation" The Environment and You with Tori Manley Speaking
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Send us a text In this episode of "The Environment and Your," host Tori Manley Speaking discusses the most common modes of transportation, their obstacles, possible solutions and calls to action. Here's a message from Tori about this episode: "The main thing I want you to know about this episode is that you are trying your best with what you have, …
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"A Culture of Helping" - Pulan Chamoru Episode of The Environment and You with Tori Manley Speaking
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Send us a text "Imagine how good you feel when you help people; you feel grateful to be able to give to others. Your helpfulness brings joy, love, and hope. Being helpful can strengthen the best parts of you." - Tori Manley Speaking. Volunteering or helping is a part of Chamoru culture and in March we celebrate Pulan Chamoru or Chamoru month. For t…
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Gi Oriyan i Latte gi Museon Bishop giya Hawai'i (FESTPAC Episode)
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Send us a text Hundreds of people gathered at the Bishop Museum on June 15th, 2024 for a ceremony around latte stones taken from the Mariana Islands in the 1920s and 1950s. For this episode of Fanachu some of those who organized and attended the event share their thoughts on the history of these latte and their hopes that they be brought home. This…
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I Famagu'on i Manmasters - Carrying on Chamoru Cultural Legacies at FESTPAC Hawai'i
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Send us a text The Guam Council on the Arts and Humanities Agency (Guam CAHA) has recognized dozens of cultural masters in recent decades who have all played important roles in teaching and perpetuating parts of Chamoru culture and heritage. At the 13th Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture in Hawai’i a handful of Guam delegates are the children or …
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West Papua Activists Seeking Solidarity at FESTPAC Hawai'i (Interview with Herman Wainggai)
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Send us a text As thousands of delegates from Micronesia, Polynesia and Melanesia gather in Hawai'i this month for the 13th Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture or FESTPAC, Fanachu interviews two West Papuan activists who are attending the event in hopes of bringing attention to their struggle against oppression and for liberation, and to assert th…
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The Little Book of Pentagon Words in the Pacific with Dr. Isa Arriola (hosted by Monaeka Flores)
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Send us a text How does the Pentagon and US military use words like strategic, steward or buildup to obscure the nature of their activities in our region? That’s one of the goals of the “Little Book of Pentagon Words in the Pacific” a booklet edited by Dr. Isa Arriola featuring definitions, images and on the ground voices from the Marianas meant to…
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Thoughtful Fashion (2 out of 3) The Environment and Us with Tori Manley Speaking
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Send us a text From the special Fanachu's series, "The Environment and Us", enjoy a three part bite sized episode emphasizing on human and environmental rights worldwide. Our clothing choices are interlinked with the well-being of others, and is a direct reflection of our extractive, widespread, and colonized society. Series host Tori Manley Speaki…
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Sentimental Journey 5: A Chamoru Symphony
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Every June, Guam celebrates the sacrifices and stories of Chamoru war survivors. This commemoration is often highlighted by activities organized by the Guam War Survivors Memorial Foundation, especially their Sentimental Journey concert series.By KUAM Podcast Network
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Kin Concepcion talks with Cathy McCollum about CHamoru land
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KUAM's Kin Concepcion chats with Cathy McCollum, someone who's been very active with Guam land issues and the ongoing discussions with the US military about indigenous properties.By KUAM Podcast Network
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Fanachu Podcast: the art of poetry with Clarissa Mendiola & Nichole Quintanilla
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Dr. Michael Bevacqua hosts a special podcast conversation with Clarissa Mendiola and Nichole Quintanilla, two poets who shared their talents, their words, their thoughts, and their voices at this year's Na'La'La Volume 5 - Songs of Freedom concert. They talk about the art of being a wordsmith and the power of expression. It's a great, revealing dis…
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A chat with Micro Child - talent beyond measure, wisdom beyond their years
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Dr. Michael Lujan Bevacqua discusses the huge success of the Nala'la - Songs of Freedom Volume 5 concert, and how the universal language of music is used as an effective vehicle not to force hands, but to open minds and reach hearts. In this episode, Doc chats with Micro Child, and explains the message behind their mesmerizing harmonies.…
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Hafa Adai Ta'lu, Special two-for-one release tonight guys! I just feel really bad for having such sparse releases, so I figured I'd throw in a second podcast to give you a little bit of extra music. This special release is dedicated to the Hurao Academy of Guam for all of their awesome work with Guam's youth and adults! Please visit them and help o…
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Buenas, It's been a few months since the last episode, and in that time there's been much controversy in the Marianas due to the upcoming military buildup. To learn more about the DEIS, visit www.guambuildupeis.com. For some opinions and thoughts countering the DEIS, see www.weareguahan.com; and to see what a local leader has to say about the matte…
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Hafa Adai, After 6 months, here comes the start of my continued Chamorro Music Podcast. This video contains 3 songs and is the continuation of the podcasts which are currently on YouTube and iTunes. I've included a video of an up-and-coming Chamorro musician, a special request from a viewer, and a dedication to the late Chamorro Statesman Carlos Ta…
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Hafa Adai Everyone, I'm sorry for the delay on getting this video out, though I hope you all enjoy it just the same. Last year, I saw a video on YouTube with a man who sang "Malak Na Pution Tasi" and "I Pution". I'm unable to find the video now, as hit has been removed from youtube, and would very much like to hear it again. If you or someone you k…
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This episode is dedicated to those of us (myself included) that are away from home, either relocated to the states, serving in the military, or anywhere else your lives may have taken you. Let these songs remind all of you that no matter where you are in the world, the blood that runs through your veins is the blood of a Chamorro, and we will alway…
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This episode is dedicated to the Chamorro Language Blog & their efforts. You can find them at chamorrolanguage.blogspot.com The site has A LOT of information regarding the language and culture, so be sure to go out and support them, and thank them for the work that they do! In This Episode Guinaifen Manglo - JD Crutch Si Sirena - Jesse Bias I hope …
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Please forgive my voice, as I mentioned I'm quite sick for the time being. There isn't much new news to announce in this podcast, just please keep in mind my request for help last time; my email address again is [email protected]. Other than that, please enjoy this very funny song as well as a trip down memory lane with a traditional song. In This…
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After two months, here's episode 5 of the my Chamorro Music Podcast. I'm considering starting a Chamorro Language Podcast, and would greatly appreciate anyone who would like to help. Please email me at [email protected] if you're interested. In This Episode I Hale'ta - JJ Concepcion Kantan Natibu - Natibu Sons of Guam It's great to be back podcast…
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Buenas Yan Hafa Adai! Episode #4 is the beginning of my holiday-season podcasts; from now until January, I'm only going to have Chamorro Christmas music on the show...I hope you all enjoy it! In this episode: Fanmattu Manhenggi - Frank Bokonggo Na Guinaiyayon - Charlene Santos Saina Ma'ase! ~Si Jay Che'le…
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Here's the thrid release of my new Chamorro music podcast, I hope you all enjoy this two song episode! In This Episode: I Tano Mami - Richie Inalahan Gi Kanton Tasi - Gurupun I Manelu Si Yu'us Ma'ase! ~Jay Che'le p.s.: Don't forget to check out www.chelestickers.com for Guam & CNMI Stickers!By Jay Che'le
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Here's the second edition of my new Chamorro music podcast, I hope you all enjoy this post-election release! In This Episode: Hagu Yahu - Lief Pangelinan Hu Faisen Hao - Pacific Cool Si Yu'us Ma'ase! ~Jay Che'le Listen To The Podcast Here p.s.: Don't forget to check out www.chelestickers.com for Guam & CNMI Stickers!…
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This is the first installment of what I hope will become a very popular Chamorro music podcast. Thank you for your support! &I hope that you enjoy the music. In This Episode: Memorias TaoTao Isla - Alfred Suares Acho Natibu - Daniel DeLeon Guerrerro Amerkanu Pao Asu - Candy Taman Si Yu'us Ma'ase! ~Jay Che'le Listen To The Podcast Here p.s.: Don't f…
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