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.

Kaselehlie Maingko, We are pleased to share this awesome episode on Human Trafficking. Ms. Lori Williams from the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) Department of Justice, was interviewed and shared information about Human Trafficking. She spoke with PJ about the history, methods of human trafficking, and a recent workshop that was held in Chuuk,…

Been a while, a little busy on this end of the world... like everyone else. Thanks for joining me, as we get reacquainted and I share a little bit of what is going on in Micronesia, specifically the Federated States of Micronesia. Check out my blog for updates as well: https://micronesianblog.blogspot.com/ See you on the next episode.…

It was memorial day in the USA today. I couldn't let the day go by without saying something about this day. Memorial Day is a time to remember and be grateful. Grateful to be alive, and grateful for knowing those who are no longer here with us. So let's just do that, not just today, but every day. #Gratitutde #MemorialDay…

Hey Podcast, today I sit down with the Marko Kamber from Caroline Fisheries Corporation and Eric Thomas from the FSM Open Forum. We talk about fisheries, philanthropy and a little about Marko. We find out about a new passion that he and his wife, Michelle, have started called Eco-Friendly Options - making eco-friendly and certified compostable prod…

Hey Podcast, we had two elections in the beginning of the month. A national ConCon and Pohnpei state general elections. What now? We talk about that on this episode. Thank you for joining us.

Hey Podcast, FSM Veterans day is a special for those who served. However and wherever you served, we want to say thank you, and a special thank you to the families of lost service members. Kalanghan, Kinisou, Kamagar and Kulo.

Hey Podcast, sharing results so far on the FSM Constitutional Convention elections so far, plus I share my take on a Pacific Islands Times piece that says Micronesian culture accepts rape! WTH?... Yep, couldn't believe it.

Hey Podcast, I attended the 33rd FSM Independence Day celebrations here in Pohnpei and listened to some great speeches. Our President, Vice Speaker, First Speaker and a youth representative gave us inspiring words from today, yesterday and tomorrow. Enjoy and thanks for listening.

Hey Podcast, today is the 33rd anniversary of our FSM becoming a country. We are a sovereign country, in a compact of free association with another sovereign country. All this, because We, the People decided.

Hey Podcast, we test a new Mic and discuss what's going on across our beautiful Micronesia from the latest on the Yap murder investigation to our FSM Independence day. Little short today, but sharing nonetheless. Thanks for listening.

My usual suspect/co-host June is down in Fiji covering an early childhood development forum for UNICEF. Congratulations to him first of all, and we talk a little about the forum and his experience down in Fiji. We'll get more info on his return in a couple of days.

Hey Podcast, the kids took over today and asked me some questions. We had fun and hope you enjoy this little break from the usual suspects.

Hey Podcast, the Yap state government released an update on the investigation of their acting AG's death and our country is coming up on it's 33rd anniversary of being a sovereign nation, do you know the date? Thanks for listening and we'll see you on the next episode.

Hey Podcast, the FSM President, David W. Panuelo has been leading our country for over 100 days now. How is he doing? From the perspective of information, I think he's doing great. Without timely and accurate information, we have no sense of what our President is doing. So far, so good. We hope to see more information and transparency from the Offi…

Hey Podcast, we had some really sad news from our state of Yap this week. The acting Attorney General Rachelle Bergeron was killed by an unknown assailant. We offer our deepest condolences to her family. We also talk a look at "The Edge of Paradise" by P.F. Kluge again. Yes, it is my favorite book about the early days of our nation, and the period …

Hey Podcast, a recent letter to the editor on the Guam Daily Post got me thinking about our election and political process here in Micronesia, the FSM. Why do you vote? Do you vote? How do decide who to vote for?? Me and June from the Micronesian News Broadcast talk about this issue and we hope you ask the same questions come elections. By the way,…

Hey Podcast, I spoke of Dengue concerns on a recent episode and now we have our first suspected case in Pohnpei. The department of health issue an alert and we are the latest island in Micronesia to be affected. We hope the lessons learned in the other islands can be applied here to keep our community safe and strong 🙏.…

Hey Podcast, today I speak with an old friend of mine, Eric Thomas. He created the FSM Open Forum on Facebook. We talk about freedom of speech, traditions and change in Modern day Micronesia. Check out the FSM Open Forum: https://www.facebook.com/groups/fsmopenforum/

Hey Podcast, the Constitutional Convention is on! The consolidated candidate list is out and FSM Public Law number 21-19 lays out the timeline, composition, procedures and expenses. We'll continue to follow and share more information.

Hey Podcast, I start with gratitude for over 10K plays on the podcast! Thanks to all who have listened to this man with a microphone from Micronesia. I share news about Nauru Airline's departure, pending cabinet positions and the power of Micronesians on social media to gain the attention of their leaders. Thanks for listening folks, and see you on…

Hey Podcast, today June from the Micronesian News Broadcast joins us on the podcast as we talk about the Kosrae congressional audit...whew! Amazing 😢. Plus we talk about recent tragedies here in Pohnpei and in the USA affecting our young people and those who leave Home for better opportunities abroad. Check out the Micronesian News Broadcast: https…

Dengue fever is spreading across Micronesia. From Palau to Marshall Islands, and now Guam. Pohnpei and Chuuk still have not had any issues. We hope it stays that way. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure I hear. We talk a little about prevention and some news from FSM. Thanks for listening.…

Hey Podcast, a little background on our Liberation Day holiday here in Pohnpei. My special guest is my daughter and high school student, Alana. We talk a little about the history behind our recent holiday. This is just a mini history lesson, so if we left something out, forgive us, we were just enjoying some quality family and history time.…

Hey Podcast, I was joined by my usual suspect/co-host June from the Micronesian News Broadcast, on this episode. We go over Fact sheet #1, a Q and A on the amended compact by the FSM Government's joint committee on compact review and planning. To read the fact sheet visit Medianesia's blog: https://mymedianesia.blogspot.com/2019/09/across-micronesi…

Short one today. Liberation Day is coming to Pohnpei. Sports and fun on that day to mark our liberation during the last World War. Catch events as they unfold leading up to Liberation Day: https://youtu.be/00yzIsPA7Sw

Hey Podcast, on this episode I talk with my kids about some Micronesian history. We also read some excerpts from the book 'Edge of Paradise' by P.F. Kluge, one of my favorite books about Micronesians. Check it out on Better World Books: http://www.dpbolvw.net/click-9168431-13423012?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.BetterWorldBooks.com%2Fproduct%2Fdetail%2FKlu…

Hey Podcast, we continue delving into this hardly read, often misunderstood but extremely important document called the Compact of Free Association. Along with our constitution, the compact is the defining document of our people and our future. Thanks for joining me. See you in the next episode. You call also get more news and updates from Micrones…

One of the most important documents of our country, but how many know what is contained in this document? I go over some parts on this episode and hope to continue sharing more of this document that shapes the lives of our people. You can access the compact online here: http://www.fsmlaw.org/compact/…

Recently the US Secretary of State came to Micronesia. He met with the leaders of FSM, RMI and Palau. He brought great news about renegotiations of our compact of free association with the USA. It is great news. Over in Guam, our neighbors and a US colony, the news was not so great. We talk about that and what this visit means to Micronesians.…

The US Secretary of Veterans Affairs was recently in Pohnpei FSM to talk to our Veterans. Not much was passed, but we had a bitch session and that counts for something. https://twitter.com/FSMPIO/status/1155395628664414208?s=19. Follow me on Twitter for comments and updates: Check out Patrick K. Pedrus - The Micronesian Podcast (@PatPedrus): https:…

https://gov.fm/index.php/component/content/article/35-pio-articles/news-and-updates/118-h-e-david-w-panuelo-inaugural-address?Itemid=177 Here is the video of the inauguration: https://youtu.be/Q_bWGcWns-U

Hey Podcast, sharing some news about the Miss Marshall Island pageant happening now and the upcoming Miss Independence in Palau in late September towards October 1. How about one for FSM?

Hey Podcast, sharing news from across Micronesia. Talked about our Independence day, news from the FSM President, a Marshallese MIT fellow and all that stuff in Guam, again. Thanks for listening.

Hey podcast, wanted to share a message that our FSM President shared with his people. This is awesome, why? Because our President is talking to us and explaining his decisions... That's good 👍, that's change👍

Two stories today that are amazing. First, a marijuana bill? Not sure if this valid, but we're asking and wondering. Second, a Facebook post that went beyond Facebook and how that is just crazy, in our opinion.

Hey Podcast listeners, sharing my take on an article that hits below the belt, in my opinion and doesn't offer any value. Plus,the special elections for the 4 year at large seats to the FSM Congress in Pohnpei and Kosrae are underway. Listen to find out who your candidates are. Here is the link to the article in question: http://www.hawaiifreepress…

Hey there Micronesian Podcast listeners, we continue on today from the previous podcast. The three Presidents of FSM, RMI and Palau met with President Trump. A joint statement was issued, now what? That is the question... Now what? We have all the "unprecedented focus" on us and what will be the plan to benefit our country? Be sure to check out our…

Hey Micronesian Podcast listeners! Thanks for joining. We are continuing our mission to share news, updates and the good and bad from our beautiful islands. Today we talk about the upcoming meeting of our Presidents with the Orange one of USA,. Donald Trump. Interesting...

Congratulations to the newly appointed 21st FSM Congress! Now that the Pleasantries are done what is the plan for 2023?

Today, we are talking to Serjeel, who is the Imam of the local Islam community. I mentioned this in our last podcast. There has been a lot of discussion on the FSM and Micro Forums on Facebook. We talk about that. He shares a little about Islam today and we look forward to more from him in future podcasts.…

We're going to have the Imam from the local Muslim community on the next podcast, so stay tuned. Plus, a little reminder that our next President is coming soon... Like next week!

Kaselehlie, we talk about Veterans healthcare, the first Robo challenge in Pohnpei and how we are liking all the different views and opinions we are reading on social media 😁👍.

Hey everyone, been a while. Today, me and June talk about the recent successful F4 festival, drug trafficking in Micronesia and our take on Muslims and Islam in Micronesia.

Thanks for joining us on the Micronesian Podcast. We are talking about our partners and how we (Micronesians) can be influenced for greater good.

We talk about the different ways we get our news and the news too, here on the Micronesian Podcast, 15 April 2019.