Island Fever
Island Fever
Podcast Description
Island Fever, is a new entertainment podcast about three Pasifika singles navigating sex, dating, and relationships. The series serves as an outlet to deep dive into conversations and issues considered taboo throughout the Pacific. Join hosts Kristian Fanene Schmidt , Michael Tuatagaloa Alisa and Tia Kaiulani Kanaeholo as they embark on their journeys in search of love!!
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The podcast delves into a variety of topics surrounding relationships, including sex, dating, cultural expectations, and personal experiences. Episodes like 'Mom, Don't Watch This' discuss favorite characters from 'Sex and The City,' the concept of cheating, and the stigma around body counts, while 'Happy Valentine's Day...We're Single AF' focuses on personal stories and dating hot takes, emphasizing the hosts' journey through love.
Island Fever is an entertainment podcast about three Pasifika personalities navigating sex, dating, and relationships. The series serves as an outlet to deep dive into conversations and issues considered taboo throughout the Pacific. Join hosts Kristian Fanene Schmidt , Donato Fatuesi and Vaelupe Ma’aele as they embark on their journeys of cultural identity, self discovery, and self love.
In this special episode of Island Fever Podcast, host Donato Fatuesi is joined by Dezonikah Michaelz, Agaiotupu Viena, and Tru Koroi for a powerful conversation exploring a question many MVPFAFF+ people are asking right now:
What are the safest cities for Pasifika trans people in the United States?Together, they reflect on the places that shaped them, the communities that embraced them, and the realities of navigating life as Pasifika trans people across different cities and regions.
From family expectations and cultural responsibilities to dating, career opportunities, and finding chosen family, this conversation dives into what safety truly means beyond laws and policies. The group shares stories of growing up, moving away, building community, and creating lives where they can not only survive—but thrive.
Along the way, they unpack the role of visibility, leadership, and collective care in today’s political climate, while celebrating the resilience and brilliance of MVPFAFF+ communities. This conversation is honest, affirming, hilarious, and heartfelt.
🌈 Topics include:
What MVPFAFF+ means and why representation matters
The safest cities for Pasifika trans people in the U.S.
Family, culture, and community support.
Dating as a Pasifika trans person
Economic opportunity and quality of life
Building chosen family and trans sisterhood
Leadership, visibility, and advocacy
Thriving in today’s political climate
What home, safety, and belonging really mean
✨ About Our Guests: Dezonikah Michaelz is a former Miss Island Goddess 2025, trans advocate, and fisheries professional whose work bridges community leadership, cultural identity, and environmental stewardship.
Agaiotupu Viena is a communications and gender messaging strategist and co-founder of Trans Women of Color Solidarity Network, dedicated to amplifying Pacific Islander voices and advancing social change through storytelling and advocacy.
Tru Koroi is a creative, journalist, and storyteller whose work explores culture, identity, community, and the evolving experiences of Pasifika people.
💖 Whether you’re looking for community, considering a move, or simply curious about how Pasifika trans people are creating lives filled with joy and possibility, this episode offers insight, wisdom, and a reminder that safety is about more than a place—it’s about people.
🎧 Listen now and join the conversation.
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