LITTLE MAN BIG WORLD

We sit down with the amazing actor and performer Gaby Solomona. Gaby has been in the performing arts industry now for over 10 years. If you're familiar with Pacific and New Zealand television than you may recognize her from the hilarious TV Shows such as “Baby Mamas Club” and “Sis”. We go in depth about her life as a child growing up in Auckland, what influenced her to become an actor when she was younger and what advice she has for those who wish to succeed in the performing arts industry. Instagram handle: https://www.instagram.com/gaby_solomona/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/LittleManBW/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/_lmbw/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/lmbw Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@littlemanbw Thank you for listening :)

On this weeks episode we sit down with Wayne Laai AKA Wayno. Wayno is an amazing live performer and specializes in Samoan music. Is also quite the comedian too. We talk about his childhood, what influenced him to pursue music when he was younger and the advice he has for younger kids who wish to follow in the same footsteps as him. Instagram handle: https://www.instagram.com/wayno5024/ FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/LittleManBW/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/_lmbw/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/lmbw Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@littlemanbw Thank you for watching :)

On this weeks episode we sit down with Neeka Coe. The owner of Coe Beauty. Over the last 6 years Neeka has pursued her passion for hair, make up and beauty. She has been privileged enough to work with some amazing clients over the years. On this chat she talks about what she has been through in the beauty industry, how she manages to make her clients feel as comfortable and beautiful as possible while getting pampered AANNDD some advice to those who wish to get into the same industry as her. Instagram handle: https://www.instagram.com/neekacoe/ https://www.instagram.com/coebeauty/ FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/LittleManBW/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/_lmbw/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/lmbw Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@littlemanbw Thank you for listening :)

On this weeks episode we sit down with Tavita Milo. He's a financial advisor / insurance broker in Auckland, New Zealand. We got him in to help the older and younger generation get educated about insurance as it is something that is not taught in schools to often and sometimes feel that it is only for the very wealthy. When in fact, it can be for everyone. It can actually save you and your family a lot of hassle if anything was to happen to you. Instagram handles: https://www.instagram.com/negotiator_183/ https://www.instagram.com/tavitamiloinsurance/ FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/LittleManBW/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/_lmbw/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/lmbw Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@littlemanbw Thank you for listening :)

On this weeks show we sit down with Savannah Tafau-Levy. A Pacific journalist who has used her experience from broadcasting in both Australia and New Zealand to share some pretty amazing stories. Working along side Auckland Rugby League, Oceania Football Confederation and Kava Bowl Media over the years, she shares her own story and experiences. Plus, she gives advice to those who wish to get into the same industry as hers. Instagram handle: https://www.instagram.com/savannahtafaulevy/?hl=en FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/LittleManBW/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/_lmbw/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/lmbw Tiktok - @littlemanbw IF you find any of this information of value to you. Please don't forget to LIKE/SHARE/COMMENT or SUBSCRIBE to our channel. Thank you for listening :)

We sit down with Ojay Solomona & Maggie Misa. The Co-Founders of MMOS. A performing arts organisation who hold dance classes in the South Auckland suburb of Manurewa. A very unique company who teach dance to those who simply have an interest to those who have been in the hip-hop/contemporary dance industry for a very long time. Instagram handles: MMOS - @mmosofficalnz MAGGIE - @maggiemisaxo OJAY - @ojaysolomona FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/LittleManBW/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/_lmbw/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/lmbw Tiktok - @littlemanbw Thank you for listening :)

Coach Six is a fitness coach and owner of 6 movement in Auckland New Zealand who takes a holistic approach to health and well-being. Here's a brief interview with him as we talk about this holistic approach and what it was like going out on his own and starting his own gym. Instagram handle: @coachsixnz & 6move_ment

Today we sit down wit the Saintz Dance Academy's Director Chantelle Huch. An experienced dancer in the hip-hop industry who has performed in a variety of competitions and locations. But she's also inspiring the next generation of youth within the country to pursue their dreams. Instagram handle: @chantellehuch / @saintzdanceacademy.

The Pacific Island community in New Zealand can sometimes be pointed out a lot in the media when it comes to the negative things in life. But we do have our people on the ground who share the great and beautiful things of our friendly south pacific people. John Pulu. You may know John from his last 10 years working with Tagata Pasefika and his show with 531pi. John is an amazing broadcaster with a heart of gold that shares some amazing stories of our pacific people all over the world. If you wish to contact him, feel free to check out his instagram page @johnpulu

Today we sit down with Natalie Toevai aka Siva Mai With Nat. Nat has made a name of herself by gifting the world with her talents across many of the pacific dance platforms. By teaching and performing in different parts of the world. And is one of the leaders of the amazing Ura Tabu. IF you wish to get in contact with Natalie, then follow her on Instagram @sivamaiwithnat

We sit down with Jerry-Moses AKA JAY-EMZ. Back in 2017 Jay Emz decided to leave his full time employment to pursue a career in the music industry as a singer. Not only has he been able to thrive and travel to different part's of the world doing what he loves. He is also one of the funniest personalities on social media today.

Today we sit down with someone who accomplished this goal and has had a acting career that has soared over 40 years. Alison Quigan. You all might know her as the star of Shortland Street in the early 2000's as she played Yvonne Jeffries, the receptionist. As well as this, in 2001 she received a Queens Service Medal for her work in the performing arts industry and is the current performing arts manager at Mangere Arts Centre. So here's her story.... If you wish to get in contact with Alison Quigan or Mangere Arts Centre then please head over to https://www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/arts-culture-heritage/arts/art-centres-galleries-theatres/Pages/mangere-arts-centre.aspx

Today's guest we sit down with Romero Tagi. Romero and his awesome wife Nova started sporting events as a way to keep their family together across the city of Auckland. In this experiment, Nova and Romero launched POP-UP PLAY. They identified a gap in local parks and community sports which saw the need for safe spaces and accessible environments for people to PLAY. Through this, the family concept was relaunched as a broader offering open for all communities to partake in.

Today's guest we sit down with Fosa Leilua, the proud owner of Leilash Beauty NZ. In January of 2020 she came across an advertisement with a title saying “be your own boss”. She was treated to a 2 day lash beauty course which inspired her to start her own eye-lash extensions business. In a year which was highly affected by COVID19, this strong determined woman shares her story about what it's like doing lashes for a living. For more information on Leilash Beauty NZ. You can find them on Facebook/Instagram - @leilashbeautynz

Today's guest we sit down with Johnnie Timu. Johnnie and a group of his friends came up with an idea to start a community group known as “Brown Pride”. Their mission? To empower Māori and Pacific communities through fitness, arts and community service. These boys have positively influenced the lives of so many these last couple years. If you would like to learn more about the Brown Pride organization. Then just head over to www.brownpride.co.nz

Today's guest we sit down with Natasha Bowen. Natasha is an outstanding wedding celebrant who has a huge passion for making sure the special day of a couples wedding is just as important as the first day the couple met. We sit down and talk with her about her journey starting off as an MC, working full time, been a mother of two and a loving wife to her amazing husband Mike. If you would like to find out more about Natasha Bowen, then feel free to get in contact from the below details: Website: www.tashabowen.com Facebook/Instagram: @natashabowen4u

Ever wondered what it was like working as a Funeral Director and working with the deceased? This week's guest, we sit down with Ese Tatupu. The Proud owner of Ese Tatupu funeral services and mortuary embalmers. It's never easy siting down with your family to tell them that you are going to work in a funeral home. But this awesome Samoan man did just that and has become one of the best when it comes to making the process of burying your loved one easy. If you wish to contact Ese Tatupu and his team for any reason. You will be able to find all information via their website www.tatupufunerals.co.nz

Being a full time mum and running your passion project is not always easy. In this weeks episode we sit down with Nari Guthrie, the creator of Va Recovery. Where she talks about her journey and what it has been like coming up with sports recovery programs for clients.

This weeks guest is a my cool friend Patrick Tafa. Who played "Falani" in the hit TV series "WESTSIDE". He speaks to us about his journey in the performing arts world and what it was like been part of a successful New Zealand TV show that went on for 6 years. You can watch every episode of WESTSIDE on neontv https://www.neontv.co.nz/series/westside

Our very first guest is my great friend Hana Schmidt. A strong teine Samoa who started her own Amazon business so she could spend more time with her daughter than she could have ever imagined.