Best Micronesians Podcasts (2024)

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Storyteller Highlights: Lynette's Journey with Hepatitis B 29:20

9d ago29:20

29:20

In this episode, Bright and Anousha spoke with Lynette, a storyteller living with hepatitis B. Lynette shares more about her diagnosis and what encouraged her to make the decision to get treatment to manage her health. Watch Lynette's B the Voice Story here: https://youtu.be/zSbwbRrkVro Support the Show. Our website: www.hepb.org Support B Heppy! S…

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Hepatitis B and Delta among PWUD Communities 45:06

2M ago45:06

45:06

In this episode, Bright and Anousha invited Amy Jessop (Prevention Point) and Beatrice Zovich (Hepatitis B Foundation) to share insights from their recent study examining barriers to screening and education for hepatitis B and delta among PWUD (people who use drugs). Read the study here: https://www.mdpi.com/1999-4915/16/4/628 Support the Show. Our…

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Updated CDC Guidelines on Hepatitis B Screening and Vaccination with Dr. Chari Cohen and Dr. Carolyn Wester. 29:20

3M ago29:20

29:20

In this episode, Bright and Anousha interviewed Dr. Chari Cohen (President of the Hepatitis B Foundation), and Dr. Carolyn Wester (Director of the Division of Viral Hepatitis at the CDC). Dr. Cohen and Dr. Wester shared insights about the importance and impact of the universal hepatitis B screening and vaccination recommendations for adults in the …

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B Heppy x CAB Part 2: Meet Philip and Joe! 29:06

3M ago29:06

29:06

In this episode, we are joined by our Philip Yeboah and Joe Balestrteri, who both serve on the Community Advisory Board (CAB) as patient advocates as well as storytellers for the #justB and #BtheVoice storytelling programs. Philip and Joe share more about their stories as well as their experiences with the CAB. Support the Show. Our website: www.he…

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B Heppy x CAB Part 1: Meet Antony and Kenneth! 29:19

5M ago29:19

29:19

In this episode, Bright and Anousha chat with 2 members serving on the CAB Advisory Board as patient advocates with lived experiences. They share their stories with hepatitis B and how it empowered them to become a voice for people with lived experience everywhere. Support the Show. Our website: www.hepb.org Support B Heppy! Social Media: Instagram…

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Highlights from the 2023 International HBV Meeting Part 2 27:44

5M ago27:44

27:44

This is part 2 of the interviews conducted at the International HBV Meeting in Kobe, Japan. Support the Show. Our website: www.hepb.org Support B Heppy! Social Media: Instagram - Twitter - FacebookBy Hepatitis B Foundation

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Highlights from the 2023 International HBV Meeting Part 1 25:41

6M ago25:41

25:41

In this episode, Edward Tate, Director of Communications and Marketing at the Hepatitis B Foundation interviews scientists and researchers at the 2023 International HBV Meeting in Kobe, Japan. Support the Show. Our website: www.hepb.org Support B Heppy! Social Media: Instagram - Twitter - FacebookBy Hepatitis B Foundation

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Barriers to Liver Cancer Surveillance with Dr. Neehar Parikh 26:29

7M ago26:29

26:29

In this episode, Bright and Anousha invited Dr. Neehar Parikh, a hepatologist at the University of Michigan to discuss the relationship between hepatitis B and liver cancer, disparities in liver cancer rates, and barriers to liver cancer screening in the United States and globally. Support the Show. Our website: www.hepb.org Support B Heppy! Social…

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Storyteller Highlights: Monue's Experience with Hepatitis B Discrimination 26:02

9M ago26:02

26:02

In this episode, Bright and Anousha invited Monue Flomo to share his story living with hepatitis B. Monue came to the U.S. from Liberia as a nursing student and plans to become a hepatologist to serve his community. Support the Show. Our website: www.hepb.org Support B Heppy! Social Media: Instagram - Twitter - Facebook…

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Liver Cancer Disparities Among Micronesian Communities 30:14

10M ago30:14

30:14

In this episode, Anousha invited Beatrice Zovich, program manager at the Hepatitis B Foundation along with Rensely and Kenson, who are members of the Micronesian community and reside in Hawaii. As part of the Liver Cancer Disparities Project, Rensely and Kenson shared details about their experience with participating in the focus group discussions …

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Partner Spotlight: Philadelphia Chinatown Development Corporation (PCDC) 24:12

11M ago24:12

24:12

In this episode, Bright and Anousha invited Kai Kollins, program coordinator at the Philadelphia Chinatown Development Corporation (PCDC) to share insights and updates on the collaboration between PCDC and the Hepatitis B Foundation. PCDC is a trusted community organization and has partnered with the Foundation on a frequent basis to improve awaren…

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How Clinical Trials Work in the United States 38:05

12M ago38:05

38:05

In this episode, Bright and Anousha chat with Dr. Yasmin Ibrahim, Public Health Program Director at the Hepatitis B Foundation, about how clinical trials work and the importance of clinical trials in advancing valuable research. Support the Show. Our website: www.hepb.org Support B Heppy! Social Media: Instagram - Twitter - Facebook…

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Current Treatments in Development for Hepatitis B 37:48

1y ago37:48

37:48

In this episode, Bright and Anousha chat with Dr. John Tavis, a professor and scientist at St. Louis University School of Medicine about current drug candidates for hepatitis B treatment and updates about the cure. Support the Show. Our website: www.hepb.org Support B Heppy! Social Media: Instagram - Twitter - Facebook…

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What Doctors Want to Know with Dr. Su Wang 43:07

1y ago43:07

43:07

In this episode, we chat with Dr. Su Wang, a medical provider with lived experience, about what questions doctors would like to know from their patients before starting treatment. We discuss the importance of building an honest relationship with your provider to better understand and manage your hepatitis B diagnosis. Support the Show. Our website:…

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A Global Perspective on Stigma and Discrimination Against Hepatitis B 29:19

1y ago29:19

29:19

In this episode, we chat with Catherine Freeland, Associate Director of Public Health Research at the Hepatitis B Foundation on what stigma looks like across the globe and how it impacts the economic, social, and emotional well-being of people living with hepatitis B. Support the Show. Our website: www.hepb.org Support B Heppy! Social Media: Instag…

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Hepatitis B Stigma in Tanzania with Shaibu Issa 20:05

1+ y ago20:05

20:05

Bright and Evangeline sit down with Shaibu Issa, a dedicated hepatitis B advocate from Tanzania. We talk about his story with hepatitis B from losing his brother, feeling ostracized from his community, to now raising awareness and spreading information about hepatitis B. Listen more for his story. Support the Show. Our website: www.hepb.org Support…

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Hepatitis B Stigma in the Philippines with Chris Munoz 21:45

1+ y ago21:45

21:45

In part II of our stigma series, we sit down with Chris Munoz of the Yellow Warriors Society in the Phillippines to talk about their hepatitis B work and what he has see related to hepatitis B stigma and discrimination. Yellow Warriors Society Support the Show. Our website: www.hepb.org Support B Heppy! Social Media: Instagram - Twitter - Facebook…

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Hepatitis B Related Stigma in Nigeria with Danjuma Adda 21:38

1+ y ago21:38

21:38

On this episode, we get to talk with Danjuma Adda, CEO of TY Danjuma Foundation and current World Hepatitis Alliance President to talk about his experience with viral hepatitis B, hepatitis B related stigma, and his efforts to improve the quality of life for individuals living with hepatitis B. Listen for more. World Hepatitis Alliance TY Danjuma F…

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What you need to know about hepatitis B treatment 38:50

1+ y ago38:50

38:50

Evangeline and Bright chat with Dr. Jessie Torgersen from Penn Medicine to talk about hepatitis B treatment: when to start, can I stop, what medicines are available to me, and more. Support the Show. Our website: www.hepb.org Support B Heppy! Social Media: Instagram - Twitter - FacebookBy Hepatitis B Foundation

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Living with hepatitis Delta 37:32

1+ y ago37:32

37:32

Bright and Evangeline sit down with Dan to talk about his experience with hepatitis Delta. We talk about his initial feelings surrounding the diagnosis, his treatment, how he got involved with the Hepatitis B Foundation, and his hope for the future of all people living with hepatitis B and Delta. More about hepatitis Delta Hep B Community Clinical …

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Hepatitis B questions you should ask your doctor 29:58

1+ y ago29:58

29:58

In this episode Evangeline and Bright discuss questions you should ask your doctor regarding your hepatitis B status. This episode is intended to prompt our listeners to take charge of their health and be their own advocate while at a doctor's appointment. Support the Show. Our website: www.hepb.org Support B Heppy! Social Media: Instagram - Twitte…

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Highlights from the 2022 HBV Meeting 36:57

1+ y ago36:57

36:57

Listen to this special episode hosted by Ed Tate, Director of Communications at the Hepatitis B Foundation. He was able to interview esteemed scientists and researchers from the 2022 HBV Meeting in Paris to discuss their hepatitis B related work. He gives insight on what new research is coming out about hepatitis B. Support the Show. Our website: w…

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Insight on hepatitis B curative drug development with Dr. Mike Sofia 27:59

2y ago27:59

27:59

On this episode B Heppy we sit down with Dr. Mike Sofia, Co-founder and Chief Scientific Officer at Arbutus Biopharma to talk about his company's work on hepatitis B curative therapies. Listen and learn more about the pre-clinical process. Resources: Arbutus Biopharma Drug Watch Clinical Trial Finder Support the Show. Our website: www.hepb.org Supp…

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Progress on Liver Cancer Research - HBV Meeting Convos 9:35

2y ago9:35

9:35

October is Liver Cancer Awareness Month. As we wrap up the month, we present a special episode from the 2022 HBV Meeting in Paris. Ed Tate, Director of Communications and Marketing at the Hepatitis B Foundation was able to interview Dr. Mathias Heikenwalder to talk about updates on liver cancer research. For more information on liver cancer you can…

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You Are Not Alone - Mental Health and Hepatitis B 45:44

2y ago45:44

45:44

This episode discusses #justB Storyteller's David's mental health journey within his hepatitis B diagnosis. We talk about experiencing fears related to hepatitis B and how David empowered himself after those initial scary feelings. Listen for more. Watch his story here: www.hepb.org/research-and-programs/patient-story-telling-project/davids-story/ …

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Myths and Misconceptions - Have I been cursed if I have hepatitis B? Can I share utensils with someone who has hepatitis B? 42:13

2y ago42:13

42:13

Can I have children? Am I cursed because I have hepatitis B? In this episode we sit down with Dr. Yasmin Ibrahim to discuss common questions and debunks some myths and misconceptions. Listen now! Resources: https://www.hepb.org/ https://www.hepbcommunity.org/ https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/hepatitis-b https://www.worldhepatitisall…

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International Highlight: Hepatitis Foundation of Ghana 31:33

2y ago31:33

31:33

In this episode, we interview Richard, Secretary of the Hepatitis Foundation of Ghana to talk about their Foundation's hepatitis B work in Ghana. We discuss their challenges, their successes, and overall the status of hepatitis B in Ghana. Questions: info@hepb.org Support our show: https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=hepb&…

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D is for Deadly - What you need to know about hepatitis Delta 26:59

2y ago26:59

26:59

What is hepatitis Delta? What does it mean for people living with hepatitis B? In this episode, B Heppy chats with Dr. Robert Gish to discuss what hepatitis Delta is, how it is related to hepatitis B, how to manage it, and what future treatment options look like. If you want to know more about hepatitis Delta, please visit https://www.hepb.org/rese…

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Episode 42: Controversy of Choice: Overturn of Roe V. Wade 52:46

2y ago52:46

52:46

In this episode, Kiana Yabut, Chief Development Officer of Famalao’an Rights, and Happy Tingson, a former Guam resident, join the cohosts to talk about an issue that is sweeping not only the nation but also Guåhan and its communities: abortion access rights for women and birthers. Kiana offers her insight on how the overturn of Roe v Wade may affec…

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Hepatitis B in Vietnam 32:00

2y ago32:00

32:00

B Heppy sits down with Dr. Doan Dao from Johns Hopkins' Center of Excellence for Liver Disease in Vietnam and Vietnam Viral Hepatitis Alliance to discuss the state of hepatitis B in Vietnam. We talk about challenges and successes from their programs and what they are doing for July 28, World Hepatitis Day. Learn more about Vietnam Viral Hepatitis A…

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What Are Community Organizations Doing to Address Hepatitis B? 43:37

2y ago43:37

43:37

B Heppy sits down with Jane Pan from HBI-DC and Becky Nguyen from Vietnamese American Cancer Foundation to talk about their organizations, what they do, their challenges and solutions, best practices, how they serve their community and where to find them. Public health professionals listen up, and people living with hepatitis B - feel free to reach…

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What does China want in the Pacific Islands? 4:23

2y ago4:23

4:23

China is making a lot of moves in the Pacific Islands. In recent weeks, the news outlets in the Pacific and the west have reported on Chinese missions to the Pacific Islands. Recently, a question was asked on Quora about this subject, and this is my reply.

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Episode 41: Bitter-sweet First Gen Reflections with Evelyn Cho 38:51

2+ y ago38:51

38:51

We're excited to celebrate Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage month with this sweet interview with Evelyn Cho. Evelyn is studying patisserie and boulangerie in South Korea. G and Akina learn about how this born and raised Guam girl has taken her pandemic hobby to the next level and how she’s connecting even more to her Korean roots. Through their …

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What Should I Eat for My Liver? With Dr. Jennifer Lai 37:57

2+ y ago37:57

37:57

On this episode, B Heppy interviews Dr. Jennifer Lai to talk about nutrition and living with hepatitis B or liver disease. We talk about what diet is best for your liver, how to overcome barriers to eating mindfully and the nutritional advice she gives to people living with hepatitis B. Questions? Direct them to info@hepb.org Support the Show. Our …

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My Liver Transplant Story with Peter Vo 36:48

2+ y ago36:48

36:48

In this episode, we interview Peter Vo about his liver transplant story. We talk about why he needed a liver transplant, the details of the transplant, and how this has affected his day-to-day life. Peter is also a #justB Storyteller for the Hepatitis B Foundation; if you would like to watch his video, please do so here! Questions: info@hepb.org Su…

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Episode 40: Breaking the Bias 44:37

2+ y ago44:37

44:37

To make the end of Women’s History month, G and Akina asked their Instagram friends what they thought about the Women’s Day theme, ”Breaking the Bias.” Together they explore different themes and read the answers they received.

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Hepatitis B in Ghana: Philip's Take - Part II 18:58

2+ y ago18:58

18:58

Evangeline and Bright interview Philip from Ghana to talk about his hepatitis B experience. We continue the conversation about his experience with hepatitis B with his brother, talk about his recommendations for people living with hepatitis B, and chat about what he would like to see change in Ghana regarding hepatitis B. Questions? Send them to in…

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Hepatitis B in Ghana: Philip's Take - Part I 34:47

2+ y ago34:47

34:47

Evangeline and Bright interview Philip from Ghana to talk about his hepatitis B experience. We talk about his brother, challenges his family faced, awareness of hepatitis B in Ghana, and more. This is part I - stay tuned for part II. Questions? Send them to info@hepb.org Support the Show. Our website: www.hepb.org Support B Heppy! Social Media: Ins…

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Phillip's Take on Hepatitis B in Ghana - Twi Version 53:37

2+ y ago53:37

53:37

On this episode of B Heppy, Bright interviews Phillip in Twi about hepatitis B in Ghana. He talks about his personal story with hepatitis B, the state of hepatitis B in Ghana, and the resources he recommends. Stay tuned for the English version. Questions? Send them to info@hepb.org Support the Show. Our website: www.hepb.org Support B Heppy! Social…

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#justB Storytellers' Take on Hepatitis B Part III 15:25

2+ y ago15:25

15:25

In this episode, B Heppy chats with Jacki, Joe, and Xuan about their hepatitis B experience. We debunk myths and misconceptions and give advice to people who are newly diagnosed. Questions? Email them to: info@hepb.org CME Outfitters: www.hepb.org/cme Support the Show. Our website: www.hepb.org Support B Heppy! Social Media: Instagram - Twitter - F…

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Episode 7 — Season Finale (Retrospective) 53:36

2+ y ago53:36

53:36

This is the final episode of Season 1, so we decided to make it a bit different than the others by highlighting portions of interviews from past episodes that didn’t make the final cut, but that we still want to share with you. Sometimes these clips provide more context or a cool anecdote for a topic we delved into in a prior episode. Or, in other …

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Episode 39: Alchemizing Childhood Trauma with Chelsey Cruz 57:00

2+ y ago57:00

57:00

Listen in as Chelsey Cruz or Guam's Social Progressor graces us with her story. Chelsey is an educator, podcaster, and multimedia creator whose work is dedicated to healing generations through storytelling and sharing her lived experiences. We all have our shares of trauma, and Chelsey reminds us that we are not islands of pain, but rather inherito…

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#justB Storytellers' Take on Hepatitis B Part II 28:54

2+ y ago28:54

28:54

In this episode, B Heppy chats with Jacki, Joe, and Xuan about their hepatitis B experience. We talk about how they got involved with the #justB Storyteller campaign, their experiences since the stories have come out, and resources they used when they were first diagnosed. Check out other #just B Stories: www.hepb.org/justB Apply for the #justB Dig…

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#justB Storytellers' Take on Hepatitis B Part I 22:07

2+ y ago22:07

22:07

On this three-part series, B Heppy chats with #justB Storytellers about their lived experiences with hepatitis B. In this first episode, we get to know Jackie, Joe, and Xuan about their hepatitis B experience. Questions? Email them to: info@hepb.org Support the Show. Our website: www.hepb.org Support B Heppy! Social Media: Instagram - Twitter - Fac…

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A Conversation with HBV Meeting Co-Organizers Dr. Ghering and Dr. Andrisani 14:51

2+ y ago14:51

14:51

In this special episode, Ed Tate, Director of Communications at the Hepatitis B Foundation talks with Dr. Ghering and Dr. Andrisani at the HBV Meeting in Toronto. They provide insight into the meeting and discuss what they enjoy about the meeting and why it is important to the HBV community. Questions? Ask them to info@hepb.org Support the Show. Ou…

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Episode 6 — Revival of Traditional Seafaring in the Marianas (Part II of II) 38:59

2+ y ago38:59

38:59

This is Part II of Episode 6, "Revival of Traditional Seafaring in the Marianas." Part I was released in late October 2021. Through interviews with master navigators and their students, Dr. Michael Lujan Bevacqua discusses how, beginning in the 1980s, CHamorus began to relearn the ancient seafaring skills lost here to colonization — and how the rev…

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Caregiving and Hepatitis B 38:14

3y ago38:14

38:14

Celebrated every November, National Family Caregivers Month (NFCM) is a time to recognize and honor family caregivers across the country. It offers an opportunity to raise awareness of caregiving issues, educate communities, and increase support for caregivers. In this episode, we chat with Kim, who was a caregiver for her father living with hepati…

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Episode 6 — Revival of Traditional Seafaring in the Marianas (Part I of II) 46:54

3y ago46:54

46:54

Through interviews with master navigators and their students, Dr. Michael Lujan Bevacqua discusses how, beginning in the 1980s, CHamorus began to relearn the ancient seafaring skills lost here to colonization — and how the revival of these traditions goes hand-in-hand with the CHamoru Renaissance and decolonization movement. This is Part I of a two…

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A Conversation with Dr. Stephan Urban, Who Developed the First Drug for hepatitis D 14:11

3y ago14:11

14:11

This is a special edition episode - Ed Tate, Director of Communications at the Hepatitis B Foundation was able to sit down with Dr. Stephan Urban the developer of the hepatitis D drug, Hepcludex. The drug, which blocks the entry of the hepatitis B and hepatitis D virus into the liver cell, was approved by the European Commission on 31 July 2020. Li…

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EVERYONE LOVES LULU, Ep. 23: UNCLE TUI LETULI 1:03:20

3y ago1:03:20

1:03:20

#MyzLulu welcomes #TuiLetuli to #EveryoneLovesLulu, Episode #23 to talk about growing up in Samoa, Creating the Pacific Talent Academy of the Arts, Undergoing a Freak Accident, Faith in God, Role of Music, and Life Lessons. https://www.instagram.com/letulitui https://www.facebook.com/tuiletuli -------------------------------------------------------…

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