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There are two voices that I miss being able to hear in real-time and both voices remind me of Ngaraard.  They belong to the late-and-great singer Sikitong Beltau and my grandfather Salvador Ongrung, and this month's playlist let's me listen to their voices and feel a little bit more connected, a little bit closer to home. I hope this playlist brings you as much joy as it brings me.

What comes to mind when you hear the name "Ngiwal?" Do you think of Meduu Ngibtal? Or maybe you envision a triumphant Ngirngemelas? The great state of Ngiwal wasn't just known for their "seven eat nine soup" sized appetites-- they were also known for their talented singers! Merirei Media Group presents this playlist of the Lucky 7 Band for all the oldies lovers, featuring some of Kiuluul's best known singers.  Consider it the perfect soundtrack as you dig in to that bowl of subliwal!

"Bai ra Metal 1978" is a two-part playlist of Palauan music played live at Bai ra Metal, circa 1978. A throwback to simpler times? Maybe. A tribute to some of the best Palauan music of all-time? Most definitely.

"Bai ra Metal 1978" is a two-part playlist of Palauan music played live at Bai ra Metal, circa 1978. A throwback to simpler times? Maybe. A tribute to some of the best Palauan music of all-time? Most definitely.

Recorded live at the Fleet Lounge in Pearl Harbor on September 22, 2017. [Note: Audio quality changes roughly halfway through then ends abruptly due to technical problems.]

It’s safe to say that a vast majority of the interviews broadcasted on Native ExPat Radio over the last two years have basically been casual phone call recordings. And, for some reason, this has worked out really well for the station! After some consideration, I thought “Why not just make that my standard talk show format?” Which then became “Hey, what if I produced an actual series of shows based on phone calls?” And so I did. And we launched with one of my favorite interviews so far– with special guest Jim Geselbracht! If you aren’t familiar with Mr. Geselbracht, I highly recommend visiting his blog OUCHACHA: Musings on Palauan cha-cha and other musical forms. You can find links at our website: www.merirei.com

The vote-counting broadcast for the Palau 2016 General Election, as broadcast on Palau Wave Radio and Eco-Paradise FM through Native ExPat Radio.

The vote-counting broadcast for the Palau 2016 General Election, as broadcast on Palau Wave Radio and Eco-Paradise FM through Native ExPat Radio.

The vote-counting broadcast for the Palau 2016 General Election, as broadcast on Palau Wave Radio and Eco-Paradise FM through Native ExPat Radio.

The vote-counting broadcast for the Palau 2016 General Election, as broadcast on Palau Wave Radio and Eco-Paradise FM through Native ExPat Radio.

Audio of the final Palauan Presidential debate of 2016, between President Tommy E Remengesau, Jr and Surangel Whipps, Jr.

On May 15, 2016... The Surangel Whipps Jr Campaign Road Trip made a stop in Portland, Oregon for a community Q&A session.

At 8am on May 12, 2016 a cool— but sunny— Thursday morning in Portland, Oregon… Native ExPat Radio was able to sit down for a very informal, even casual kind of talk with presidential candidate— Senator Surangel Whipps, Jr. What you’ll be hearing tonight at 8pm PST is the recording, airplane and automotive traffic and all!, of our park bench conversation with Senator Surangel Jr.

In this Friday night episode, we get updates from home courtesy of Kambes Kesolei. Includes updates about the drought situation, water accessibility in Mongami (Imeliik) and Ollei (Ngerchelong) and in the outlying islands of Angaur, Peleliu and Kayangel. Also, news updates on the new Special Prosecutor and ethics charges against the former ISP. The Untitled Show is a test format taking the place of our #LiveRequestShow and #AfterHoursShow-- in an attempt to be more accessible and try to fit everyone's schedule more accordingly. You can email requests, shoutouts and dedications to radio@merirei.com or text 503.427.1166 or use the "Record" tab on the smartphone app.

Our usual #UntitledShow, featuring Nika Maidesil and Kiruu Ngirmekur of the Bay-Lau Club of California. The Untitled Show is a test format taking the place of our #LiveRequestShow and #AfterHoursShow-- in an attempt to be more accessible and try to fit everyone's schedule more accordingly. You can email requests, shoutouts and dedications to radio@merirei.com or text 503.427.1166 or use the "Record" tab on the smartphone app.

Our usual #UntitledShow, with news updates throughout the segment-- courtesy of Kambes Kesolei. The Untitled Show is a test format taking the place of our #LiveRequestShow and #AfterHoursShow-- in an attempt to be more accessible and try to fit everyone's schedule more accordingly. You can email requests, shoutouts and dedications to radio@merirei.com or text 503.427.1166 or use the "Record" tab on the smartphone app.

Native ExPat Radio interview with Nestralda Mechaet and Tarita Holm, recorded on 04/15/2016, updating us on her attempt to find her son-- missing Palauan teen Aage Jorgensen-- and how you can help in her fight for family.

The Untitled Show is a test format taking the place of our #LiveRequestShow and #AfterHoursShow-- in an attempt to be more accessible and try to fit everyone's schedule more accordingly. You can email requests, shoutouts and dedications to radio@merirei.com or text 503.427.1166 or use the "Record" tab on the smartphone app.

The Untitled Show is a test format taking the place of our #LiveRequestShow and #AfterHoursShow-- in an attempt to be more accessible and try to fit everyone's schedule more accordingly. You can email requests, shoutouts and dedications to radio@merirei.com or text 503.427.1166 or use the "Record" tab on the smartphone app.

The Untitled Show is a test format taking the place of our #LiveRequestShow and #AfterHoursShow-- in an attempt to be more accessible and try to fit everyone's schedule more accordingly. You can email requests, shoutouts and dedications to radio@merirei.com or text 503.427.1166 or use the "Record" tab on the smartphone app.