Episode 210. How Hawaiʻi Came Close to Losing ʻAwa Forever | Morgan Smith
In this episode of Wake Up with Miya, I'm joined by Morgan Smith, founder of Pūʻiwa Hawaiian Farms, CEO of Monsoon Beverages, and the man behind Kalm with Kava.
Together, we explore the fascinating history of ʻawa—known throughout much of the world as kava—and its deep roots in Hawaiian culture. Morgan explains how ʻawa first arrived in Hawaiʻi, why it became one of the original canoe plants, and the important role it played in the lives of the aliʻi and kahuna. We also discuss traditional preparation methods, how those customs changed after Western contact, why much of ʻawa's history has…
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