Kāne Voices: Conversations About Work and Legacy with Conan Wykes of Papa Ola Lōkahi
Moana Nui Podcast
Shownotes Transcript
The episode kicks off a new quarterly series sponsored by Papa Ola Lokahi, focusing on the impactful stories of community members in Hawaii. It features Lisa Kaʻanoʻi and Conan Wykes, discussing Conan's journey from the restaurant industry to pursuing education in public health. Conan shares his upbringing in Hawaiian homesteads, his early work experiences, and the pivotal change during the pandemic that led him back to school. They delve into themes of cultural identity, mental health, and advocating for Hawaiian men, while encouraging discussions on the challenges and triumphs of career and personal transformation.
00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
00:35 Meet the Guests: Lisa Kaanoe and Conan Weix
03:04 Conan Weix's Background and Early Life
04:31 First Jobs and Early Work Experiences
05:46 Transition to Restaurant Industry
11:17 Impact of the Pandemic and Return to Education
14:27 Challenges and Success in Education
20:21 Advice for Younger Generations
24:54 Empowering Older Men: Starting Anew
26:25 Pandemic Reflections and Family Experiences
28:13 Restaurant Industry Memories
29:16 Top Restaurant Recommendations
31:13 Future Plans and Career Aspirations
33:18 Decompressing and Favorite Shows
34:33 Cultural Identity and Education
What was your first job? Let us know in the comments!
This episode is brought to you with sponsorship from Papa Ola Lōkahi (https://www.papaolalokahi.org/)).
Learn About Hawaii | Life in Hawaii | Hawaii Life | Native Hawaiians | Hawaiian Health | Moʻolelo | Hawaii Eats | Hawaii Restaurants | Foodie Life
Follow the Moana Nui Podcast:
http://www.moananuipodcast.com)
•)Moana Nui Podcast on YouTube)
/ moananuipodcast ) )
/ moananuipodcast )
#MoanaNuiPodcast) #PodcastersOfInstagram) #Podcast) #BIPOCVoices) #AANHPI) #AsianAmerican) #NativeHawaiian)#PacificIslander) #HeritageMonth) #AANHPIPanels) #PanelDiscussions) #KaneVoices #KanakaMaoli #KanakaOiwi #HawaiianMen #HawaiiLife #MenOfHawaii #MenInLeadership #HawaiianHealth #HawaiiLife #Foodies