Mr M History Podcast The Fall of Fiji (1987-)
Dec 21, 2025
The hosts dive into the tumultuous history of Fiji, beginning with the 1987 coup and Colonel Rabuka's rise to power. They discuss the complex dynamics between Indo-Fijians and indigenous communities, highlighting significant constitutional changes. The narrative explores Rabuka's declaration of a republic, followed by a series of coups, including one led by George Speight. The story culminates with insights on Bainimarama's political maneuvers and ongoing reconciliation efforts, as Fiji grapples with its past.
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Screen-Sharing Embarrassment
- Ben accidentally shared his screen in a Zoom meeting while Google-searching how long candles take to burn.
- He felt mortified when colleagues noticed the unrelated tab and joked about candles during the call.
Candle Promo And Preferences
- The hosts discuss their ongoing, recurring promotion and personal preferences for Morie candles.
- M favours Champagne Strawberries while listeners prefer Japanese Honeysuckle, and they remind listeners of store locations.
Coup To Constitutional Control
- Rabuka's 1987 coup overturned democratic results to prevent Indo‑Fijian political dominance.
- He then used a constitution review to entrench indigenous advantage and manage international backlash.