In the inaugural episode of “The Kava Lounge” podcast, hosts Kavasseur and Jimmy Price engage in a thought-provoking discussion on Nancy Pollock’s paper “The Sustainability of the Kava Trade,” exploring the cultural nuances of kava consumption across various Pacific Islander communities, from Vanuatu to Hawaii. We delve into the risks to the sustainability of the kava trade as outlined by Pollock. It also touches on the impact of the use of kava in migrant communities and diaspora, highlighting the diversity and evolution of kava traditions. This comprehensive analysis will set the stage for future episodes, promising more in-depth exploration of kava-related topics.