The Village HI
The Village HI
Podcast Description
THE VILLAGE HI podcast explores personal stories, culture, and community impact, offering inspiration through Rocky’s journey and featuring guests who shape Hawai’i’s vibrant cultural landscape.
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The podcast focuses on themes of personal growth, cultural identity, and community involvement, with episodes featuring topics such as the Polynesian Football Hall of Fame, resilience in sports, mental health, and the transformative power of community support. Episodes include candid discussions with guests like former NFL players and community advocates, exploring their paths to success and lessons learned.

THE VILLAGE HI podcast explores personal stories, culture, and community impact, offering inspiration through Rocky’s journey and featuring guests who shape Hawai’i’s vibrant cultural landscape.
Rocky sits down with Rob Hesia a renowned Hawaii wrestling coach to dive deep into the raw realities of sports, coaching, and mental toughness. From tough childhood experiences in LA and Maui, to high school football and wrestling battles, to coaching MMA stars and youth athletes, this episode explores the transformative power of grit, perseverance, and mindset. Discover insights on leadership, coaching philosophies, overcoming anxiety, and balancing tough love with empowerment. Whether you’re an athlete, coach, parent, or leader, learn how to cultivate courage, develop character, and embrace hard work as the true definition of fun. Plus, Rob shares his new venture, Focus on Refinement, aimed at helping athletes and leaders unlock their full potential through goal setting, accountability, and mental training. Don’t miss this authentic, inspiring conversation about sports, life, and growth.

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