Sumba inspires everything we do. This Marapu land is rich with myths, beliefs, rituals, ancestral wisdom, craftsmanship, and ways of life that have never been written in books—because they were never meant to be.
For centuries, Sumbanese culture has lived in the voices of its people, passed from elder to child, from storyteller to listener, through the sacred practice of oral transmission.
In a world where so much risks being forgotten, we want to honor this ancient tradition while helping to preserve it for future generations. We continue to learn about Sumba from our team, from our Kodi neighbors, from many Sumbanese, and everyone who loves the island we meet along the way, each sharing a piece of the Sumba’s remarkable cultural heritage.
Through Paneghe: The Podcast, we invite you to discover these stories with us—many of which you may have never heard before. Paneghe means "to talk" or "to have a conversation" in Kodinese, and it is through talking that Sumbanese knowledge has survived and thrived.
With every episode, we create a space where Sumbanese voices can be heard and remembered, where conversations celebrate the culture, traditions, and people who keep them alive. By listening, you become part of this living tradition—helping to carry these stories forward, just as generations have done before us, and just as we do every day here at Cap Karoso.
Listen to the Episodes
#1: Marapu, Sumbanese Shamanism, and Calvin’s Journey as Sumba’s First Yoga Teacher
