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“That’s It, That’s All!” is inspired by my Dad, Eulogio Gumataotao, and one his many sayings or musings that drove our family either crazy or motivated us while growing up. It is a statement about being precise. A simple statement. “That’s It That’s All” dives into a host of issues and topics-we’ll try to be concise with words that matter. The podcast we are certain will open your minds to ideas to inspire, educate or cause you to reflect. We may get a bit crazy too. All in a good way to kee ...
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As governments across the US Territories have transitioned with the start of the new year, so too is discussion about the pay increases of government workers. Former KUAM anchorman Shawn Gumataotao uncovers how policymakers eager to make good on campaign promises, the discussion reaches this podcast once again. What do workers in these areas consid…
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The Guam Election Commission has certified the 2022 General Election Results with Doug Moylan elected as Attorney General of Guam. What does his election day victory mean for the Government of Guam and the people over the next four years? This podcaster has a few thoughts. Take a listen.By Shawn Gumataotao
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In this episode-a look at two important values in public messaging: realism and reassurance. This podcast shares a Micronesian communicator’s perspective taken from today’s opinion pages and headlines across the islands in the Caribbean and the Pacific. Take a listen.By Shawn Gumataotao
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In this episode, the 2022 Guam Election Cycle is in full swing and a majority is at stake in the 37th Guam Legislature. The podcaster puts on his political analyst hat and shares some advice to would-be candidates for the unicameral legislative branch of the Government of Guam. Those considering filling out candidate packets from the Guam Election …
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In this episode, the podcast jumps back into the 2022 Election Cycle and examines the race for Adelup. There is much speculation on who will challenge for the Office of the Governor of Guam and the issues are plenty facing the incumbent and her challengers. Many have asked-now my take at this point in the race for Governor of the US Territory.…
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In this Bonus Episode-Santa Clara County Superior Court Judge Johnny C. Gogo discusses his 48-Star American Flag Signing Project. The interview touches on his motivations to start this important effort, the lessons learned from the treatment of Japanese Americans during World War II and the impacts of those acts today and into the future in Guam an…
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In this episode, the podcast takes another look at the attempts to return to play in Guam and the US Territories. With the global pandemic in the rear view mirror to some that are vaccinated, for others the ongoing public health emergency is pushing more and more people to find ways to stay healthy with sports at the center of the effort. Sports Ma…
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It is just about one year before Americans take to the polls to elect new leaders of their respective states and territories. This episode looks at the current spin up of the 2022 Election Cycle from a unique perspective and its impacts on island elections for governor in Hawaii, Guam and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. Let the po…
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With the anticipated easing of travel restrictions into the United States, Guam and the rest of America is preparing for the return of tourists after a 20-month stoppage for the COVID Pandemic. Actions are underway- but will it be enough for the US to rebuild the once powerful industry and cultural activity? The podcast examines the US Territory’s …
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The Government of Guam Fiscal Year 2022 Budget has been passed. The podcast looks at the recent actions leading up to the passage-a twist that many never saw coming. The episode goes into the short and long term impacts of the budget law for the US Territory and an assessment of the political process now and into the next year.…
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This episode looks at the recent roll out of the American Rescue Plan Act-funded All Rise Program of the Government of Guam. With another surge in COVID cases in the US Territory, resources brought to bear on this executive action are being criticized for its lack of organization and empathy for island residents. The podcast analyzes the opening da…
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In this episode-a look at two important values in public messaging: realism and reassurance. This podcast grabs a Micronesian communicator’s perspective from criticism taken from today’s newspaper opinion pages and broadcast headlines from all across the US Territories. Take a listen.By Shawn Gumataotao
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In this Bonus Episode, the sixth governor of Guam, Felix P. Camacho, shares his thoughts on the state of affairs in Guam in 2021 with Shawn Gumataotao, his former communications director. The rare interview touches on faith and the complexity of issues facing the US Territory today - a contrast of the issues when he led Guam’s executive branch from…
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This episode offers a unique perspective on one of the most polarizing of policy proposals to be introduced in Guam in over a decade. The podcast looks at efforts by the Guam Legislature to modernize the Territory’s 30-year-old medical liability law and the rhetoric that is hanging the fate of the isolated American community’s healthcare system in …
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