Hosted by Thomas Pa‘a Sibbett — Executive Producer, Co-creator, and Head writer of Chief of War — these talk story sessions bring together community and the voices behind the show to explore the history, language, and cultural foundations grounding the Apple TV+ series in a Hawaiian worldview. Through mo‘olelo, we breathe life into ea—past, present, and future—and honor the collective effort of those who came before, those creating now, and those yet to come.
Hu‘e Kaona: Chief of War Talk Story Sessions
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Hosted by Thomas Pa‘a Sibbett — Executive Producer, Co-creator, and Head writer of Chief of War — these talk story sessions bring together community and the voices behind the show to explore the history, language, and cultural foundations grounding the Apple TV+ series in a Hawaiian worldview. Through mo‘olelo, we breathe life into ea—past, present, and future—and honor the collective effort of those who came before, those creating now, and those yet to come.
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Recent Episodes
October 27, 2025
BONUS: Embedding Ancestral Knowledge In Every Scene | Chief of War
<p>In this bonus episode, Pa‘a Sibbett sits down with Kaumakaiwa Kanakaʻole to reflect on her journey with Chief of War and the weaving of ancestral knowledge into a global television production. Their talk story honors the depth of hula lineage and mele as living repositories of wisdom, explores the kuleana of grounding costuming, chanting, and ceremony in ʻike kupuna, and lifts up the voices and practices that make Hawaiian worldview visible on screen. Together, they reflect on how carrying forward ancestral lineages of ceremony and expression strengthens the mana of kānaka and ensures that these stories remain rooted, resonant, and real.</p><p><br /></p><p>kanaeokana.net/chiefofwar</p>
September 20, 2025
The Finale is Just the Beginning | Chief of War Talk Story Ep. 9
<p>Pa‘a and Producer Brian Keaulana reflect on reshaping the show’s arc, amplifying Hawai‘i’s gifts, and building capacity and community. Their talk story explores kuleana and the balance of authenticity and scale—whether filming with 300 crew across five units, capturing Kalapana as the volcano erupted, or holding ceremony both behind the scenes and in front of the camera—with an effort that extends far beyond the series itself.</p>
September 13, 2025
Cultivating Groves of New Talent and Possibility | Chief of War Talk Story Ep. 8
<p>Pa‘a Sibbett sits down with Mainei Kinimaka. Their talk story explores Mainei’s path into acting, the importance of creating space for Hawai‘i and Pasifika voices, and the kuleana of telling stories with care. They reflect on the weight of portraying historical trauma, the responsibility of nurturing talent, and the power of story to shift perceptions and build community.</p><p>kanaeokana.net/chiefofwar</p>
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