In this week's episode of the #NiunetPodcast, we spoke to Dianne Meli. She is the founder and director of Tips for Kids, a homeschooling and early childhood learning service which started earlier this year. It’s always a pleasure to speak with those on a similar path as Niunet. We chat about the origins of tips for kids, the types of services they provide, the specific grades they intend to work with, and the importance of early childhood learning. Here are time codes for easy...

In this week's episode of the #NiunetPodcast, we spoke to the multi-talented Teio Mokiri AKA Teii. It was fantastic having him on the show. The nation is very much in a technologically transitional stage and it was a pleasure to speak with a young Papua New Guinean who is learning these new tools to creatively express himself across different mediums. We chat about music production, sound engineering, graphic design, 3D art, visual effects, and a big animation project he’s been invited to be...

In this week's episode of the #NiunetPodcast, we spoke to Temmah Vanariu who was one of the first participants of our holiday program here at Niunet back in 2020. She will now be joining Niunet as an intern where she will learn more extensive skills in ICT. We chat about her experience taking part in the program and what she’s been up to in the ICT space, how she first got interested in ICT, and her experience as one of the early Call of Duty Mobile community members in PNG. Here are time...

In this episode of the #NiunetPodcast, we speak with TJ Agua. She is the Creative Director of Haus Kunai Films which has been operating for the past five years. Recently they wrapped up filming for their first feature film, with the project now in post-production. We chat about how TJ first got into filmmaking, film production, the challenges she faced during filming, and what goes into making a feature film. Here are time codes for easy navigation 00:00 - Intro 00:05 - Show...

In this episode of the #NiunetPodcast, we speak with Julius Piku. He is the Director of East Gate Karate Academy and has helped empower and educate people through martial arts for many years. We chat about how he first got into Karate, the origins of East Gate Karate Academy, how being involved in martial arts can help in one’s personal development, and the spiritual nature of martial arts. Here are time codes for easy navigation 00:00 - Intro 00:05 - Show Introductions 00:28 - Who is...

In this episode of the #NiunetPodcast we speak with the man behind "Spill-the-Tea" and the "30-person-30-day challenge", Bryan Earles. He is a friend of Niunet and is very passionate about helping others in their entrepreneurial journey. We talked about what made him want to do the 30-day-30-person challenge, his time at E-space, some of the programs he runs, how Spill the Tea got started, and the topic of personal branding in the modern digital age. Here are time codes for easy...

In this episode of the #NiunetPodcast we speak with Dorcas Ina, She is an advocate for mental health who has become vocal on the issue on social media, sharing helpful information and supporting words for those going through their own mental challenges. We talked about what made her want to be more vocal on the issue, her thoughts on how mental health is generally seen in PNG, and what are some of the biggest misconceptions people have about mental health in the country. Here are time codes...

In this episode of the #NiunetPodcast we speak with Miss Rapopo and Sanctuary Resorts 2021, Leilani Konjib. She is a firm believer in the betterment of youth for a better PNG and has been in the advocacy space since before entering the race for Miss PNG. We’ll be talking about her advocacy work, the importance of education, the work she’s done for Menstrual health and hygiene awareness, and what the rest of the year holds for the Miss Pacific Island Pageant PNG contestant. Here are time...

In this episode of the #NiunetPodcast we speak with Dika Kwa. She is the Director of Projects at Katalite Consultancy, a consultancy passionate about creating pathways for young Papua New Guineans, and aims to assist them to get the exposure they need to build their career and the nation. The key product they provide is the development of internship programs for interested organizations. They also run productivity sessions focused on teaching the many uses of Google, Gmail, and Zoom to...

In this episode of the #NiunetPodcast we speak with Adriana Sowei. She is the owner and founder of Dougnut Queen, a baking SME that makes doughnuts, buns, cakes, cupcakes, and muffins. We’ll be talking about her business, how she got started, how she manages her SME while having a full-time job, how covid and the election period has affected the business, and the various challenges and lessons she’s learned along the way. Here are time codes for easy navigation 00:00 - Intro 00:05 - Show...

Disclaimer! The thoughts, and views expressed by our guest on the podcast are their own personal opinions and in no way reflect their employers. In this episode of the #NiunetPodcast we speak with Lemach Lavari. He is a Media and Communications professional who's worked in the industry for 6 years. We chat about his work, social media's current effect on the 2022 elections, comparing this year’s election to previous years, and his own volunteer work in Moresby South with the Badirir Youth...

In this episode of the #NiunetPodcast we speak with Anne-Shirley Korave. She is the founder of Queenpads, a social enterprise that produces reusable sanitary products for a lady’s special days needs n PNG. She and the Queenpads team also conduct “Menstrual Health & Hygiene” awareness programs around the country where they speak to communities and schools about the importance of menstrual health and address the issue of “Period Poverty”. We caught up with her and asked about the journey...

In this episode of the #NiunetPodcast we speak with Vanessa Geita. She is an active blogger who operates an Instagram and Facebook account dedicated to educating her followers on anything finance-related with the goal of assisting SME’s and new businesses. We caught up with her and asked about running a business, smart financial practices, and how taxes can affect your business. Here are time codes for easy navigation 00:00 - Intro 00:05 - Show Introductions 02:41 - Who is...

In this episode of the #NiunetPodcast we speak with Cheyenne Abel. He’s a photographer and videographer and a third-year student at UPNG School of Medicine & Health Sciences. He also recently showcased prints of his shots at the recent PNG Arts Activism night. We caught up with him and asked about how he first got into photography, where the job has taken him, his experiences during his first election period as a photographer, and the balancing of photography and school life. Here are...

In this episode of the #NiunetPodcast we speak with Nelson Kokoa. He is the creator and director of the PNG Art Activism Movement. We’ll be chatting about movement, what prompted its creation, what it’s all about, and how artists can get involved. Here are time codes for easy navigation 00:00 - Intro 00:05 - Show Introductions 00:46 - Who is Nelson? 02:05 - What is the Art Activism movement? 02:49 - What types of Art will be included and can be showcased 04:08 - What are considered...

In this episode of the #NiunetPodcast we speak with Alice Ashwin. She is the owner and founder of Lila Prints which has been operating for about a year. We’ll be chatting about her business, how she got started, what it was like leaving formal employment to pursue entrepreneurship, and the difficulties of operating a start-up shirt printing business in PNG. Here are time codes for easy navigation 00:00 - Intro 00:05 - Show Introductions 01:13 - What made her want to leave her old...

In this episode of the #NiunetPodcast we speak with Clyde Kaila. He is the owner and founder of Rides Inc. We’ll be talking about the business, how he got started, how the journey has been, and what challenges he’s faced in running a ride share service in Port Moresby. Here are time codes for easy navigation 00:00 - Intro 00:05 - Show Introductions 00:31 - Who is Clyde Kaila 01:11 - What made him want to start up Rides Inc 03:18 - How Rides Inc was initially received by the...

In this episode of the #NiunetPodcast we speak with Johnson Tia Jnr who has worked in the Real Estate industry for the past 3 years. We’ll be talking about property, what goes into buying land, what it was like getting into the industry during the pandemic, how to increase the value of a property, and the role real estate can play during the election period. Here are time codes for easy navigation 00:00 - Intro 00:05 - Show Introductions 01:37 - Who is Johnson Tia Jnr? 02:28 - Johnson...

In this episode of the #NiunetPodcast we speak with Tala Kami, who is one of the co-founders of Tru Warrior and has worked in the health and fitness space for many years. We’ll be talking about fitness, boxing, how the business started, and the lessons they learned during the pandemic. Here are time codes for easy navigation   00:00 - Intro 00:05 - Show Introductions 00:38 - Who is Tala? 01:27 - Was he always into fitness? 02:22 - What got him into boxing 03:48 - When did he start to...

In this episode of the #NiunetPodcast we speak with Mathias Yoba. He’s been a content creator for 2 years now and is also a podcaster. We’ll be talking about content creation, how he got onto the podcast scene, hustle culture, and balancing client work and passion projects. Here are time codes for easy navigation 00:00 - Intro 00:05 - Show Introductions 01:26: - Who is Mathias 02:48 - Why Mathias started his podcast 05:24 - The Nogat Les Manh Podcast 10:05 - Mathias recounts how he...

In this episode of the #NiunetPodcast we speak with Bronwyn Kili. She has worked in the social justice space for many years and is also the Young Ambassador for the UNFPA We chat about last year’s Youth Parliament, issues affecting youth in PNG, and the importance of youth participation in this year’s elections. Here are time codes for easy navigation 00:00 - Intro 00:05 - Show Introductions 00:43: - Who is Bronwyn? 03:17 - The change in view youths have had over the importance of their...

On this episode of the #NiunetPodcast, we speak with the Founder and Head Chef of the Dirty Kitchen, Darcy Miguel. We chat about how the dirty kitchen got started, his experiences in the restaurant and eatery industry, plans for expansion, and the challenges and realities of running a new business. Here are time codes for easy navigation 00:00 - Intro 00:05 - Show Introductions 01:02: - Who is Darcy? 03:24 - How the 2nd location came about 05:18 - New Dirty Kitchen location! 06:38 -...

Here’s the next episode of the #NiunetPodcast! On this one, we speak with Schneider Yasi AKA Snyda who has worked in the Resource Exploration Industry for the past 6 years. We chat about his experiences in the industry, its realities, common misconceptions, and the academic requirements needed to get into the industry. Here are time codes for easy navigation 00:00 - Intro 00:04 - Show Introductions 00:34: - Who is Schneider? 01:38 - Schneider’s educational background 02:11 - The...

Here’s the next episode of the #NiunetPodcast! On this one, we speak with a passionate advocate for mental health, Solly Jerram AKA Silly Solly, about mental health in PNG. We discuss topics like men’s mental health, depression, substance abuse and personal growth and understanding. Here are time codes for easy navigation 00:00 - Intro 00:04 - Show Introductions 01:12: - Who is Solly 03:48 - When Solly started being vocal about Depression 05:03 - Solly describes depression 07:50 -...

This week on the #NiunetPodcast we’ve got Desmond Aisi, founder and owner of Kuti Sox! We talk about his business, his approach to marketing, and making the best of Covid time in PNG! Here are time codes for easy navigation 👇🏾 00:00 - Intro 01:08 - Who is Desmond? 02:07 - Business during COVID? 02:55 - Why Socks? 03:46 - Who Designs the Art? 04:49 - How did Kuti Sox Begin? 06:16 - How did you push sales so fast? 09:56 - International Sox 11:25 - Using Social Media 14:30 - Good...