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On the island of Tinian in the Northern Mariana Islands, one ancient latte stone still stands—fifteen feet of coral limestone raised centuries ago.

In this episode, we revisit the CHamoru legend of Chief Tåga, the Måga’låhi said to have built twelve towering pillars without steel, without machines, and without surrendering his people’s connection to the land.

This is a story of strength, fear, balance, and endurance.

The pillars fell.
One remains.

And in its shade, so do we.

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Thank you to Guampedia for your abundance of resources and sharing them with the community. Visit Guampedia.com to learn more about this story.

• House of Taga: https://www.guampedia.com/taga/
• Ancient Latte Stones: https://www.guampedia.com/latte/
• Kantan Chamorrita signing: https://www.guampedia.com/kantan-chamorita-2/
• Birds of Guam audio: https://www.guampedia.com/a-native-forest-birds-of-guam/

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Round belly or point belly? What happens when your pregnancy shows both? Check out this short CHamoru story told by Påle' Eric Forbes.

Read more stories by Påle' Eric Forbes: https://paleric.blogspot.com/

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From the legend of Juan Malo to Kolas Tambot’s confessional sleight of hand, tricksters turns humor into a tool of resistance. Short story told by Påle' Eric Forbes.

Read more stories by Påle' Eric Forbes: https://paleric.blogspot.com/

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Hafa adai and welcome to Taotao Tåsi 🌅 People of the Ocean 👋🤙

This is the conclusion, Part 8 On Da Island 🇬🇺🇲🇵.

If you're new here, start at Part 1 On Da Beach 🏝️

The Taotao Tåsi series takes us on a voyage through the Pacific Ocean with Palu Larry Raigetal, a traditional master navigator of the sea. What happens when a whisper you've heard your entire life suddenly speaks with clarity? The journey home isn't always a physical one—sometimes it's a reconnection with the culture that has been calling you all along.

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Read more about Micronesian cultures at Guampedia.com

Check out the Sea Grant program that supports Palu Larry teaches at the University of Guahån (Guam)

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Hafa adai and welcome to Taotao Tåsi 🌅 People of the Ocean 👋🤙

This is Part 7 In Da Marianas 🇬🇺🇲🇵.

If you're new here, start at Part 1 On Da Beach 🏝️

The Taotao Tåsi series takes us on a voyage through the Pacific Ocean with Palu Larry Raigetal, a traditional master navigator of the sea. Across the vast Pacific, where deep blue waters shift to brilliant turquoise, lies a story of cultural reconnection that speaks to anyone who's ever longed for home. This voyage reveals how indigenous knowledge systems and Western education can complement each other, creating pathways for cultural reconnection and identity affirmation.

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Tracks provided by Sabyu, from the Navigator EP

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Hafa adai and welcome to Taotao Tåsi 🌅 People of the Ocean 👋🤙

This is Part 6 In Da Deep 🌊🐚.

If you're new here, start at Part 1 On Da Beach 🏝️

The Taotao Tåsi series takes us on a voyage through the Pacific Ocean with Palu Larry Raigetal, a traditional master navigator of the sea. This journey isn't just about exploring landscapes; it's about celebrating the unity and legacy of our ancestors, paving the way for stories yet to unfold.

So, come aboard our sakman (canoe), and voyage the open ocean with a Master Navigator and your host, Jaybyrd Castro. In this episode, we sail through the deepest part of the world and find connection with relatives from Turtle Island. Our voyage nears a magnificent flame tree skyline. With immense pride in the canoe that has carries us, guided by our navigator's calming assurance, we edge closer to our destination— the cherished shores of Guahån.

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Tracks provided by Sabyu, from the Navigator EP

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Read more about Micronesian cultures at Guampedia.com

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Hafa adai and welcome to Taotao Tåsi 🌅 People of the Ocean 👋🤙

This is Part 5 In Da Storm 🌊🌪️💨.

If you're new here, start at Part 1 On Da beach 🏝️

The Taotao Tåsi series takes us on a voyage through the Pacific Ocean with Palu Larry Raigetal, a traditional master navigator of the sea. Palu Larry will share stories of how navigators open sea lanes to connect to islands and how they use the stars, water, land, birds, fish, and whales to navigate. We’ll also talk about the importance of exchange, asking for permission, and respecting Indigenous knowledge.

So, come aboard our sakman (canoe), and voyage the open ocean with a Master Navigator and Jaybyrd Castro. In this episode, we sail through a storm and question some of respect given to this region.

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Tracks provided by Sabyu, from the Navigator EP

Support Palu Larry's nonprofit organization Waa'gey

Read more about Micronesian cultures at Guampedia.com

Check out the Sea Grant program that supports Palu Larry teaches at the University of Guahån (Guam)

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Hafa adai and welcome to Taotao Tåsi 🌅 People of the Ocean 👋🤙

This is Part 4 In Da Open 🐟🐦.

If you're new here, start at Part 1 On Da beach 🏝️

The Taotao Tåsi series takes us on a voyage through the Pacific Ocean with Palu Larry Raigetal, a traditional master navigator of the sea. Palu Larry will share stories of how navigators open sea lanes to connect to islands and how they use the stars, water, land, birds, fish, and whales to navigate. We’ll also talk about the importance of exchange, asking for permission, and respecting Indigenous knowledge.

So, come aboard our sakman (canoe), and voyage the open ocean with a Master Navigator and Jaybyrd Castro. In this episode, we sail through the open Pacific Ocean and dive deep into Micronesian seafaring strategies and agility.

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Tracks provided by Sabyu, Ocean Beyond from the Navigator EP

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Read more lessons from Mañahak, by Guampedia

Check out the Sea Grant program that supports Palu Larry teaches at the University of Guahån (Guam)--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/redricepodcast/message