The IKO Podcast
Welcome to the IKO Podcast. Join us as we delve into the rich traditions and cultural heritage of kava, exploring its historical significance and timeless value across the Pacific Islands. Our mission is to conserve the past, promote the present, and protect the future of kava, ensuring its integrity and reputation are upheld. Each episode features industry experts, cultural ambassadors, and passionate kava enthusiasts who share their insights and experiences. We’ll discuss industry standards, best practices, and the latest trends, keeping you informed about the evolving landscape of kava. Whether you’re a seasoned kava connoisseur or new to this fascinating world, the IKO Podcast offers something for everyone. Tune in to celebrate kava’s enduring legacy, explore its contemporary relevance, and learn how we can collectively safeguard its future. Together, let’s honor the past, embrace the present, and champion the future of kava.
Episodes
The 'Awa Rebellion of 1874
In Episode 8 of our podcast, The Kava Lounge, we discuss a fascinating historical event known as the Hawaiian Mission Crisis of 1874, also called the 'Awa Rebellion or the Kahana Rebellion. Our conversation centers around a research paper that examines the actions of Mormon Mission President Frederick Augustus Herman Frank Mitchell in Kahana Valley, Hawaii.
To provide context, we explain the Mormon Chur...
The Kava Lounge - Part 7 - Quiet Rise of Kava on Reddit In this episode, Douglas & Jimmy discuss and critique a 2022 research paper titled "Kava, Piper Methysticum, In the United States, the Rise of a Quiet Substance with Often Subtle Effects" by Salma Point Fernandez et al.
The hosts analyze the paper's methodology, which involved examining 1,156 Reddit posts about kava from 2006 to 2021. They question the small sample size a...
Citation: Troost, J. Maarten. 2006. Getting Stoned with Savages: A Trip Through the Islands of Fiji and Vanuatu. Broadway Books.
The Kava Lounge Podcast discusses J. Maarten Troost which provides an in-depth discussion about Kava, its effects, and cultural significance. The hosts share personal experiences with Kava, reflecting on its sedative qualities and their journey from initial curiosity to deep appreciation. They explore J...
Citation: Baker, Jonathan D. 2012. “Pills, Potions, Products: Kava’s Transformations in New and Nontraditional Contexts.” The Contemporary Pacific 24 (2): 233–65. https://doi.org/10.1353/cp.2012.0026.
The episode titled "JD Baker 2012" from the Kava Lounge discusses Dr. JD Baker's paper from the Journal of the Contemporary Pacific, published in 2012. The hosts, Jimmy and Douglas, explore the transformation of kava in new and non-...
Literature Citation: Turner, James West. 2012. “LISTENING TO THE ANCESTORS: KAVA AND THE LAPITA PEOPLES.” Ethnology 51 (1). https://www.jstor.org/stable/43657285
Description: The podcast episode, titled "Episode 5 - Turner 2012," features hosts Douglas LaRose and Jimmy Price discussing Dr. James W. Turner's paper "Listening to the Ancestors: Kava and Lapita People." They explore the paper's anthropological insights on kava's ...
"Episode 4 - Personal History with Kava" features a discussion between Douglas LaRose and Jimmy Price, exploring their individual journeys with kava. Douglas's story begins with discovering kava as a natural anxiety remedy in his late teens, experiencing immediate relief from a kava beverage. Jimmy's initial encounter with kava was less impactful, but its effectiveness in alleviating his roommate's OCD symptoms was notable. Post-co...
Episode 3 of "The Kava Lounge" podcast features a detailed discussion on the work of Dr. Vincent Lebot, a renowned expert on kava. Hosts Douglas LaRose and Jimmy Price delve into Lebot's paper titled "Recent Advances in the Quality Control of Kava the Traditional Beverage of the Pacific Islands." They explore Lebot's background, his significant contributions to kava research, including genetic studies of the plant, and the implicat...
"The Kava Lounge" podcast presents a special episode on kava safety, featuring an in-depth discussion between Douglas and Jimmy, two experienced kava enthusiasts. This special episode explores the historical context of kava safety concerns, in particular with a focus on the risk of liver damage originating in Europe in the late 1990s. Douglas and Jimmy recount their personal experiences and confront widespread misconceptions about ...
Crowley, Terry. 1995. “The National Drink and the National Language in Vanuatu.” Journal Of the Polynesian Society 104 (1): 7–22.
https://www.jstor.org/stable/20706599.
In this episode, we discuss Dr. Terry Crowley, a significant figure in linguistics, particularly in relation to Vanuatu. Crowley was born in 1953 in Essex and completed his doctoral thesis on Vanuatu languages at the National Australian University. He had a profou...
In this insightful initial episode of our podcast, Jimmy and The Kavasseur, Douglas LaRose, delve into the fascinating works of Nancy J. Pollock, renowned for her extensive research on kava and the South Pacific. We explore the nuances of Pollock's writings, discussing how her insights have shaped our understanding of kava, its cultural significance, and its impact on communities. Join us for a deep dive into the world of kava as s...
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