The Conversation: Recent Episodes
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Whether you live in our state or far from our shores, you’ll know what’s happening in Hawaii with a daily hour of locally focused discussions of public affairs, ideas, culture and the arts. Guests from around the block and around the world provide perspectives on life in the islands and issues that have not yet reached Hawaii. Have something to say? Send a comment, conversation suggestion or a Backyard Quiz to talkback@hawaiipublicradio.org. You can also reach us on our talkback line at 808-792-8217. Remember to tell us your name and where you're from. Share your comments about the show in a short 30-second message and then we'll play some of them in future shows.The production team is Savannah Harriman-Pote, Russell Subiono and Lillian Tsang. *Audio and digital content will be posted daily by 2 pm.
HPR reviews the results of the 2026 primary election; national Solar Observatory scientists capture the highest-resolution images of the surface of the sun ever taken.
On the eve of the 2026 primary election, The Conversation highlights past stories about engaging in the democratic process.
Bishop Michael Thomas Tupou Castori speaks with HPR about his journey and connection with the Pacific; HPR speaks with District 4 voters and Tommy Waters about his ousting from the election.
JERA Vice President of Development Erik Montague answers questions about liquefied natural gas; fingerboard and kendama enthusiasts share where their passions have taken them.
U.S. Rep. Jill Tokuda speaks with HPR about her time spent in Maui three years after the Lahaina fires; Honolulu Department of Planning & Permitting director Dawn Takeuchi Apuna explains why CivCheck, an AI tool, is required for residential permit applicants.
Clinical psychologist Dr. Amithea Love explains a new pilot program to ease the state’s mental health physician shortage; HPR speaks with Hele Rolls food truck owners and America's Got Talent duo Nyjah Rhythm and Zyah Rhythm.
HPR's Mark Ladao reports on the latest developments in the bribery case involving Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke; Podcaster Kamaka Dias reflects on his time as a Peace Corps volunteer in Madagascar.
Today, our panel discusses a new statewide policy to restrict student cell phone usage beginning next school year — which starts next week.
Increased fuel prices from the Iran war place a burden on TheBus budget; Former UH head swim coach Jans Prins breaks down the biomechanics of swimming in his new book, "Freestyle Biomechanics."
Honolulu Civil Beat’s Ben Angarone and UH political science professor Colin Moore discuss City Councilmember Tommy Waters’ ineligibility to run for office; Hawai’i residents react to the new restrictions on truck bed-riding.
International military officials share their thoughts as RIMPAC 2026 concludes; Deputy State Epidemiologist Dr. Nathan Tan explains the recent national outbreak Cyclosporiasis
The Conversation takes a look through the archives to curate a list of local literature to add to your library.
Sen. Karl Rhoads, longtime chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee, reflects on his career in the State Legislature; Vicky Durand and Indrajit Gunasekara, of the Koali Niu Coconut Gene Bank, share how the nonprofit preserves and protects the native coconuts of Hāna Maui.
Nainoa Thomspon, CEO of the Polynesian Voyaging Society, and Chamorro navigator Ron Acfalle pay tribute to the late Grand Master Navigator Sesario Sewralur; musical artist Tavana becomes the new owner of beloved bar and music venue Anna O’Brien’s.
Ken Quintanilla, executive director of the Guam Red Cross, delivers recovery updates after Super Typhoon Bavi; animal researchers Dr. Lisa "Cali" Crampton and Justin Hite raise awareness about the decline of Kauaʻi's native birds.
Sandy Ma discusses her new title as Executive Director and Legal Counsel for the Honolulu Ethics Commission; Business owner Bill Comerford makes his Irish exit as he sells beloved live-music bar Anna O'Brien's.
Gov. Josh Green explains why members of Hawaiʻi’s National Guard are deployed in the nation’s capital; Sherry Menor, President and CEO of the Chamber of Commerce Hawaii, reacts to the state scoring last on CNBC’s Top States for Business ranking.
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Mark Suiso, of Makaha Mangoes, shares tips on mango farming and explains why mango season is late this year; HPR and Canary Media team up to report on the debate around Liquefied Natural Gas.
Hawaiʻi Chief Election Officer Scott Nago discusses preparations for the primary elections; rower and social media sensation Kelsey Pfendler celebrates her record-breaking solo rowing voyage from California.
The Conversation takes a trip back to past broadcasts on the world of travel and transportation.
Northern Mariana Islands journalist Thomas Mangloña II shares his firsthand account of the destruction left by Super Typhoon Bavi; Hawaiʻi locals and city officials share their thoughts on the Driver’s License redesign.
A new pro golf tournament, Play Hawaiʻi Golf, is being organized to replace The Sentry tournament by the PGA Tour; Maui philanthropist Ed Freedman talks about funding investment accounts for Hawaiʻi foster youth.
Vassilis Syrmos, the new Chancellor of the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa, speaks with HPR about his new role; Honolulu street psychiatrist Chad Koyanagi shares his story helping those suffering on the streets.
HPR’s Cassie Ordonio reports on a super typhoon passing through Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands; Common Cause Hawaii director Camron Hurt discusses the U.S. Supreme Court’s final rulings for 2026.
HPR contributor Megan Ulu-Lani Boyanton shares Kānaka opinions on Hawaiian artifacts kept in museums; Hawai’i Island Chef Rhoda Magbitang celebrates her recent “Top Chef” season 23 win.
The National Park Service announces new tours of Kalaupapa; the Smithsonian hosts a 'Quilt Along' event featuring a Hawaiian quilt artist.
ACLU of Hawaiʻi Legal Director Wookie Kim speaks on the U.S. Supreme Court rulings on birthright citizenship and transgender athletes; Maya Soetoro-Ng, sister to Barack Obama, reflects on the opening of the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago.
Ann Wright, retired United States Army colonel and peace activist, speaks out against RIMPAC 2026; Filmmakers Anna Trent Moore and Ronald Moore share their film about legendary big wave surfer Buzzy Trent.
The Conversation marks the 54th anniversary of Title IX by highlighting past guests who championed the landmark legislation for academic gender equality.
HPR speaks with attorney Kevin O’Grady about the recent Supreme Court decision striking public property gun restrictions; attorney Kristina Baehr shares updates on the court settlements from the Red Hill fuel spill lawsuit.
Peter Young, Chair of the Hawaiʻi America250 Commission, shares some of the festivities planned for the nation’s 250th anniversary; 3D Animator Nick Chang talks about his retro reimaginations of old Hawaiian hot spots.
Journalist Kim Cross marks the 54th anniversary of Title IX; curator Jon Santos talks about the upcoming New York art exhibit “Niu Systems.”
Visual artist Hugo McCloud talks about creating art for the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago; Hawaiʻi State Rep. Greggor Ilagan discusses the new SPEED Task Force for building permits.
Hawaiʻi-based Asia-Pacific Leadership fellows discuss their experience at the Obama Presidential Center; Acting Lt. Gov. Keith Regan shares plans to renovate the Hawaiʻi State Capitol reflecting pool.
HPR takes an exclusive preview at the new library in the Obama Presidential Center; University of Hawaiʻi Astronomer Roy Gal shareds upcoming astronomical phenomena, including an upcoming lunar eclipse of Venus.
Chicago Sun-Times journalist Lynn Sweet offers more insight on the upcoming Obama Presidential Center; the Pacific Whale Foundation shares new research on the endangered false killer whale.
Valerie Jarrett, CEO of the Obama Foundation, speaks with HPR in an exclusive media preview for the upcoming Obama Presidential Center; Hawaiian Airlines CEO Diana Birkett Rakow discusses rising flight costs.
Dre Kalili, Deputy Director of Harbors for the Department of Transportation, discusses the cruise industry; cruise passengers talk about the Green Fee's tax on cruise passengers.
John Berry, the new director for the Honolulu Zoo, talks about his past work at the Smithsonian; Hawaiʻi legal experts weigh in on the state's lawyer shortage.
Researchers from Columbia and UH talk about weatherproofing the FIFA World Cup; Lokahi Longevity co-founder David Watumull discusses a new blood test for heart health
DHS Director Joseph Campos II speaks about the new strike force organized to tackle Medicaid fraud and abuse; author Jonathan Ezer recounts his time swimming the Kaiwi Channel.
The Conversation highlights past Pacific Islander guests who shared their voice to speak on climate change and their part of the world.
Governor Josh Green discusses his veto list and liquefied natural gas; UC Santa Barbara researcher Cat Fong discusses the link between evacuation routes and wildfire deaths.
Jean Lee, Presidential Chair of the East-West Center, discusses BTS and Hawaiʻi’s economic dependence on South Korea; HPR shares stories told by graduating Kapolei high school students.
UH computer scientist Kim Binsted talks about the HI-SEAS program; Hawaiʻi-based playwright Diane Aoki talks about “Memory Beads,” her upcoming play about family and memory.
June 1 marks the start of hurricane season, and the National Weather Service is forecasting up to 13 tropical cyclones across the central Pacific. Today, our panel will discuss what we can do now to best prepare for the possible hurricanes ahead.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs Chair Kaiali’i Kahele discusses broadcast stations and military land; the Waialua High and Intermediate School girls’ surf team celebrates a championship win.
Hawaiʻi Island Mayor Kimo Alameda speaks on the manhunt for a murder suspect; the son of a U.S. Navy cook shares his quest to rediscover his late father’s lost artwork
Biologist Brittany Clemans explains the NOAA uses turtle shell etchings help track the "Honu Count;" a new pop-up art exhibit dedicated to zines and trading cards opens in Oʻahu.
Members of the US Coast Guard share weather precautions for the upcoming hurricane season; HPR speaks to one of seven high-achieving Lānaʻi graduates who earned both high school diplomas and associate’s degrees.
The Conversation looks back on a groundbreaking exhibit organized by the British Museum called “Hawaiʻi: A Kingdom Crossing Oceans.”
NOAA Meteorologist John Bravender forecasts a stronger El Niño hurricane season; MEMA discusses the "Maui Method" of safely disposing of lithium ion batteries.
University of Hawaiʻi staff and students discuss the impact of “time, place and manner” policies on campus free speech; Ewa Makai Middle School students discuss their love for learning about drone piloting.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers continue recovery efforts in Saipan. At 98 years old, Gil Hicks is the oldest-living Hawaiian Airlines pilot.
Honolulu Star-Advertiser Reporter Kevin Knodell talks unexploded ordnance in Hawaiʻi. Scott Fisher of the Hawaiʻi Land Trust talks about stewardship of the Waiheʻe Refuge on Maui.
HPR’s Bill Dorman reports on the historic summit between President Donald Trump and China’s Xi Jinping; UH Mānoa's eSports team discusses their recent championship win.
HPR’s Savannah Harriman-Pote reports on the state’s decision to cut tax credits for renewable energy; muralist Todd “Estria” Johnson shares more about his murals help enrich keiki and the community.
Ernie Lau, the Honolulu Board of Water Supply, discusses hurricane preparedness; Hawai’i Marine Animal Response speaks on the recent viral news of a man throwing a rock at a monk seal and what to do when you see animals in danger.
Tom Moore, from the Center for American Progress, explains a bill that passed to limit corporate influence in elections; singer-songwriter Jack Johnson teases the debut of his new documentary film.
HPR's Cassie Ordonio reports on the status of Chuuk's Super Typhoon Sinlaku recovery efforts; local record shop and label owner Roger Bong responds to the use of AI-generated music at Honolulu International Airport.
Today on the Conversation, we're looking back on stories we've shared about the Vietnam War and Operation Babylift.
Jim Kelly, Hawaiian Electric Company, on rising electric bills; HPRʻs Ashley Mizuo reports on how it's the first year lawmakers had to decide how to spend revenue from The Green Fee
Acting Lt. Gov. Keith Regan and James Kurata of the Department of Accounting and General Services, on a drone survey underway to capture all 8 of the state's cemeteries; UH researcher Yuxin Wang talks about a new model that could help provide early warning ahead of impactful storms
Keith Regan, serving as comptroller and the acting lieutenant governor for the state, talks about balancing the two roles; Karl Banks, of the Environmental Protection Agency, out of the Region 9 office in California, on the aftermath of Super Typhoon Sinlaku in Saipan
Honolulu Star-Advertiser's Dave Reardon reports on the first high school surfing championship in Hawaiʻi; Maile Shannon and Luna Kekoa of the Holomua Marine Initiative on expanding the initiative
Today, our panel discusses all thing lei on this May Day! The local lei industry has faced tough times, and flooding from the recent Kona low storms have only added to our floral woes.
Acting Konawaena High School principal Chelsea Qualey and Ramzi Mansour of the Department of Accounting and General Services share the progress being made following damages from the recent Kona low storms; Mike Hansen, President of the Hawaii Shippers Council, on President Donald Trump's extension of the waiver for the Jones Act till August
Director of Transit Jon Nouchi talks about possibilities the city is looking at for the Skyline rail; Allie Denburg of Too Good To Go and Daniel Lee, owner of Island Glazed Donuts in ʻAiea, on bringing the app Too Good To Go to Hawaiʻi
Troy Nunley, Chief Judge of the United States District Court for the Eastern District of California, talks about the strain that immigration cases have placed on his district and what led him to ask for help from Hawaiʻi judges; Honolulu's director of botanical gardens, Joshlyn Sand, on cleanup efforts at Hoʻomaluhia Botanical Garden in Kāne‘ohe following the Kona Lows
Gov. Josh Green on his decision to name Keith Regan, the state comptroller, as acting lieutenant governor; Hawaii Chamber of Commerce President Sherry Menor talks about the results of a survey it gave its members amid a shifting local economic landscape
Former Lt. Gov. Doug Chin speaks on the latest developments after Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke announces leave of absence; state insurance commissioner Scott Saiki speaks on the state of the insurance industry after the Kona low storms.
HPR’s Ashley Mizuo reports on a target letter sent by the State Attorney General to Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke as part of their investigation; Santana bassist Benny Rietveld presents a new stage production about a Hawaiʻi jazz saxophonist from The Cavalier, an old Honolulu jazz hotspot.
HPR’s Savannah Harriman-Pote reports on increased wildfire risks caused by the recent rains; grassroots organization Kupaʻa Kuilima files a lawsuit against a proposed second resort on Turtle Bay.
ACLU Immigrants’ Rights Attorney Leilani Stacy explains why Hawaiʻi judges are taking on California immigration cases; conflicting feelings from residents and experts arise around Wahiawā dam.
Former Hawaiʻi Governor George Ariyoshi passes away at 100; HPR reports on the current status of CRB on Molokaʻi.
Today on the Conversation, we're revisiting a few of our favorite interviews with entrepreneurs in the local tech space.
Gov. Josh Green explains Trump's federal disaster declaration for Hawaiʻi; a foundation seeks new students to continue preserving historic Hawaiian architecture
Red Cross interim communications director Mimi Teller shares updates about Super Typhoon Sinlaku and the ongoing recovery efforts of the American Red Cross on Oʻahu; Alice Christophe, lead curator of the British Museum exhibit "Hawaiʻi: a Kingdom Crossing Oceans," discusses the kuleana she brought to the exhibit
NPR's Kenny Malone and Alex Mayyasi discuss the new "Planet Money Book"; A new Balinese shadow puppetry show is set to open this at UH
U.S. Rep. Jill Tokuda shares what she has seen inside the Honolulu Federal Detention Center; Wildlife photographer Bryan Shirota captures rare sightings of Hawaiʻi's native birds
Kauaʻi Mayor Derek Kawakami says the Garden Isle has likely gotten through the worst of the storm; Hawaiʻi Opera Theatre is preparing a new opera about the story of Timoteo Haʻalilio, the lifelong friend of King Kamehameha III
Hawaiʻi Emergency Management Agency Administrator James Barros shares how emergency officials are preparing for possible storm impacts; Christian Zuckerman, vice president of the Hawaiʻi Farmers Union Foundation, discusses the needs of farmers in the wake of recent storms
Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi shares the latest storm outlook; Ernie Lau, with the Honolulu Board of Water Supply urges customers to store water ahead of possible power outages
University of Hawaiʻi climatologist Tom Giambelluca discusses the impact of heavy rainfall across the state; State Dept. of Health veterinarian Dr. Ariella Barry warns of the risk of leptospira in standing water and muds after the floods
Honolulu Star-Advertiser's Kevin Knodell reports on how the Iran war may impact the Pacific and the Army's use of AI; State Rep. Elle Cochran explains why she switched her political party affiliation from Democrat to Republican
HPR's Ashley Mizuo reports on what a proposed conveyance tax hike could fund; Sister Mary Nelle Gage recalls her work assisting with the adoption of thousands of Vietnamese children as part of Operation Babylift
Kalani Fronda with the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands discusses drone surveys of flood impacts across Maui County; The Honolulu Museum of Art hosts Oʻahu's third annual German film festival
HPR's Maddie Bender shares the story of a Hawaiʻi Island couple caught up in the immigration crackdown; Kalani High senior Anson Li, ʻIolani senior Jackson Brewer and University of Hawaiʻi freshman Mahealani Jackson talk about how AI is affecting their education
HPR speaks with participants in the latest "No Kings" rally in Honolulu, one of the more than 3,000 protests held across the country last Saturday; HPR's Cassie Ordonio reports on the steps the state is taking to acquire the 120-year-old Wahiawā Dam
Terry George, CEO of the Hawaiʻi Community Foundation, discusses a new fund to support Hawaiʻi's resilience; Arleen Velasco, co-coordinator of the Surfrider Foundation's Blue Water Task Force, shares results from the latest testing on water contaminants after the floods
Honolulu's Department of Emergency Management asks Oʻahu residents to complete storm damage reports by today; The Office of Hawaiian Affairs is making $4 mil available to beneficiaries impacted by recent storms and the government shutdown
HECO executive Jim Kelly discusses the hurdles utility crews faced as they tried to restore power in areas impacted by the Kona lows; Grassroot Institute of Hawaii's Keliʻi Akina discusses whether a temporary waiver of the Jones Act should be permanent
John Bravender with National Weather Service says forecasters were caught off-guard by the degree of flooding in Mānoa; University of Hawaiʻi spokesperson Moanikeʻala Nabarro shares efforts to keep students and faculty safe amid flooding near the Mānoa campus
Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi shares the latest on Oʻahu's storm recovery effort; The Dept. of Transportation is working on road repairs after a landslide near Waimea Bay
Today, we're bringing you a show highlighting talented professionals who have spent years mastering their craft.
Gov. Josh Green discusses the aftermath of the storm and whether liquefied natural gas should power Oʻahu's grid; Noelani Kalipi with the U.S. Department of Defense's Hawaii Coordination Cell walks through the process of how military leases are being renegotiated
Today, our panel discusses a new statewide policy is set to restrict student cell phone use beginning next school year.
Community members from around the islands share their experiences of the weekend's storm; The Honolulu Department of Environmental Services is rolling out a compost pilot program meant to cut residential food waste
Hawai'i has been roiled by allegations that a prominent lawmaker accepted $35,000 in a paper bag in 2022. The Conversation's panel will discuss what comes next to restore trust in our public officials.
On today's program, we're rebroadcasting a few of our favorite interviews with local musicians.
U.S. Rep. Ed Case shares his thoughts on the Iran war and the top concerns of his constituents; Kauaʻi Mayor Derek Kawakami delivers his final State of the County address
UH religions professor Michel Mohr shares details about an upcoming conference on the universal appeal of Buddhism; Hawaiʻi comedian Charlene Kaye returns home for a set at the Blue Note
Maui Mayor Richard Bissen discusses the future of Maui's water resources; Bishop Museum CEO Kristofer Helgen describes two recently rediscovered marsupial species thought to have been extinct for thousands of years
U.S. Rep. Jill Tokuda discusses the war in Iran and efforts to provide relief to U.S. farmers impacted by tariffs; Immigration attorney Kevin Block provides a snapshot of immigration enforcement actions on Maui
Maj. Gen. Lance A. Okamura discusses the military's partnership with Oʻahu officials to ensure Kolekole Pass can serve as an evacuation route; Hawaiʻi's new state poet laureate Lee Tonouchi says he plans to use his role to uplift marginalized voices
Maui County Councilmember Gabe Johnson, who represents Lānaʻi, discusses the first affordable housing project to be built on the island in over 35 years; Kauaʻi County Councilmember Fern Holland provides an update on immigration raids that took place on Kauaʻi in November
Kristine Altwies, former head of Hawaiʻi's lead international adoption agency, shares concerns about protections for adoptees without U.S. citizenship; Maj. Gen. Kelly K. McKeague discusses efforts to retrieve a sunken Japanese ship that carried hundreds of American prisoners of war
Hawaiʻi Chief Energy Officer Mark Glick discusses what oil supply disruptions due to the Iran war mean for Hawaiʻi; Devaki Murch and Steven George share their experiences as Vietnamese children brought to the United States for adoption as part of Operation Babylift
Hawaiʻi economist Carl Bonham discusses how the rise in global oil prices after U.S. military strikes on Iran may affect Hawaiʻi energy costs; HPR's Cassie Ordonio reports on what's causing a shortage of ADHD medication
Former Miss Hawaiʻi Cheryl Bartlett travels to Brazil in hopes of being reunited with her husband of 17 years, Rogerio Araujo, who was detained by ICE agents last fall; Astronomer Roy Gal shares tips for viewing next week's lunar eclipse
Andy Langhurst, head of the Public Access Room at the Hawaiʻi State Legislature, sheds light on the legislative process; Daniel Zitterbart, co-inventor of the "Whale Spotter" system, talks about how the AI technology can help avoid whale strikes
Hawaiʻi political analyst Colin Moore discusses President Trump's State of the Union address; Featherworker Enoka Phillips' career takes flight with his second solo exhibition
Fraud prevention expert Doug Shadel shares tips on how to avoid become a victim of fraud; Shawn "Speedy" Lopes captures Hawaiʻi's punk rock music scene in the new book "Local Unrest"
HPR's Catherine Cluett Pactol reports on the challenges facing business owners in Lahaina; Kapena Baptista talks about his win at the Ka Makou Kōnane Invitational Tournament, held earlier this month
Gov. Josh Green discusses Hawaiʻi's economy and reports about Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke's campaign contributions; Hawaiʻi Rep. Della Au Belatti is calling on Gov. Green to appoint a special prosecutor to investigate claims that an "influential state lawmaker" accepted $35,000
50 years ago today, the executive order that forcibly removed thousands of Japanese Americans from their homes and send them to incarceration camps during WWII was formally repealed. The Conversation is rebroadcasting interviews that discuss the experience of Japanese Americans on the continent and here in Hawaiʻi during internment.
Hawaiʻi Journalism Initiative's Colleen Uechi reports on community push back against the U.S. Air Force's plans to construct more telescopes on Haleakalā; Devin and Tyler Wong of Fujiya Hawaiʻi discuss keeping sweet traditions alive at their family-owned mochi shop
County of Hawaiʻi Mayor Kimo Alameda lays out his priorities for 2026; University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa Professor Karl Kim shares takeaways from a conference on democracy in South Korea
Office of Hawaiian Education Director Kauʻi Sang talks about the Kaiapuni placement request process; HPR’s Maui Nui reporter Catherine Cluett Pactol reports on a Hawaiian language immersion classroom on Molokaʻi
Pedro Haro, the executive director of the American Lung Association in Hawaiʻi, shares the longstanding push to regulate the tobacco industry; Melanie Islam, American Institute of Architects — Hawaiʻi Chapter president, on efforts to fund the State Building Code Council
HPR's Ashley Mizuo talked with Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke on details of a January 2022 meeting where she received two checks amid a current investigation on an "influential lawmaker" accused of accepting $35,000; New York Times journalist Jodi Kantor on her career and what she learned along the way
Honolulu Civil Beat's Christina Jedra reports on how Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke says she may be the lawmaker mentioned in the $35,000 payment allegation; Ed Noh, executive director of the Hawaiʻi State Public Charter School Commission, talks about the benefits and challenges of charter schools
Hawaiian Electric spokesperson Darren Pai shares the latest on power outages and preparedness during heavy winds; Hawaiian Rent-All co-owner Scott Jung talks about the company’s history of poking fun at current events via its sign overlooking Beretania Street
Professor Rudy Guevarra Jr., author of "Aloha Compadre: Latinx in Hawaiʻi," discusses the response to a hit new song by singer Bad Bunny about Hawaiʻi's history of colonization; HPR's Catherine Cluett Pactol reports on how Kalaupapa on Moloka’i's north shore is facing a big change
Honolulu's Department of Customer Services is ramping up efforts to renew expiring licenses for more than 110,000 motorists; Retired cartographer Tom Patterson discusses the artistry that goes into map-making
The Friends of ʻIolani Palace historians offer a historical perspective on measles as modern U.S. cases rise; A Kaimukī High School special education teacher is helping students design and sell t-shirts to raise money for their program
Politician Shirlene Ostrov returns to head the Hawaiʻi Republican Party; Investigative journalist Lois Parshley looks into claims of censorship from one of the country's largest owners of local newspapers, including several Hawaiʻi publications
Honolulu Marathon President Dr. Jim Barahal shares the economic impact of the most recent race; Researchers Kawika Winter and Kristen Harmon discuss whether Native Hawaiians caused the extinctions of birds like the flightless ibis or moa-nalo
Today, we're spotlight people and organizations who are coming up with innovative ways to deal with marine debris.
The state has reached an agreement with FEMA to extend temporary housing assistance for Maui wildfire survivors; Palolo Boxing Club coach Joel Kim talks about the impact his job has had on the community
Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke talks about a federally funded effort to boost internet connectivity across the islands; Queen's Health Systems CEO Jason Chang shares his concerns about the proposed merger between HMSA and Hawaiʻi Pacific Health
Hawaiʻi Senate President Ron Kouchi reacts to Gov. Josh Green's State of the State address; Dean Minakami, executive director of the Hawaiʻi Housing Finance and Development Corporation, shares details on state programs to help first-time homeowners get into the housing market
Gov. Josh Green delivers his State of the State address; Oʻahu residents gathered to protest over the weekend in response to the second killing of a U.S. citizen by federal agents in Minnesota
ACLU President Deborah Archer discusses how the work of the organization has changed under the second Trump administration; Chef Jason Peel discusses his decision to close Nami Kaze at Pier 38 and his next culinary venture
HPR's Ashley Mizuo says affordability ranks among lawmakers' top priorities heading into the new legislative session; Musician and kumu hula Robert Cazimero discusses the new exhibition "Ke Kilo Lani," which highlights his work as a steward of Hawaiian cultural heritage
HPR heads to the state Capitol for opening day of the 2026 legislative session; State lawmakers plan to put forward measures regulating AI use among kids
The U.S. Supreme Court hears oral arguments today in a case challenging a 2023 Hawaiʻi law that bans firearms by default on private property; The state Legislature convenes a new session tomorrow
Gov. Josh Green talks about immigration and rising health care premiums; Musician Clara Kim kicks off the new music series "Noise Cabinet" at Capitol Modern
A panel of immigration experts will be taking your calls on immigration in the islands. Have a question or comment for our guests? Send a note to talkback@hawaiipublicradio.org or leave a voicemail at 808-792-8217.
Tourism consultant Keith Vieira talks about the current state of the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority; 2025 was deadliest year on Hawaiʻi roads in nearly two decades
Green Fee Advisory Council Chair Jeff Mikulina shares how the $100 million in anticipated revenue from the green fee may be spent; the Pā‘ia Youth and Cultural Center is trying to relocate its facilities out of the way of sea level rise
Today, our panel talks about the state's work to get rid of cesspools by 2050. Have comments or questions? Send a note to talkback@hawaiipublicradio.org or leave a voicemail at 808-792-8217.
Roger Babcock, director of the Honolulu Department of Environmental Services, explains why Oʻahu residents are in for a 6% sewer rate hike; Carlos E. Juárez with the East-West Center discusses what the political upheaval in Venezuela signals for the region
Par Hawaiʻi plans to provide sustainable fuel to Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines; The British Museum has a new exhibition highlighting the Hawaiian Kingdom's diplomatic ties to Great Britain
Venezuelans living in Hawaiʻi react to the U.S. capture of President Nicolás Maduro; Honolulu's new Ocean Safety Chief Kurt Lager talks about what's ahead for the department
The Honolulu Police Department discusses the latest enforcement actions on illegal fireworks; Hawaiʻi Business Magazine's Cynthia Wessendorf reports on what industry leaders are forecasting for 2026
Ed Freeman and Susan Bauer discuss their work to bring a replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial wall to Oʻahu; Therapist Ami Kunimura shares tips on setting intentions for the new year
Honolulu city officials call on the public to take caution with fireworks ahead of NYE; Daniel Dinell discusses the legacy of his father, Tom Dinell, the founding chair of the University of Hawaiʻi Department of Urban and Regional Planning
Hawaiʻi Sen. Glenn Wakai shares concerns about accountability after last year's deadly NYE fireworks explosion; University of Hawaiʻi researchers Nori Tarui and Talal Khan say sea level is devaluing coastal properties
Honolulu Dep. Fire Chief Jason Samala shares a safety message ahead of the holidays; The Hawaiʻi Community Foundation awards $1.6 million award to assist members of Lahaina's Filipino community affected by wildfires
911 is seeing a rise in calls about respiratory distress this flu season; Surfer and scientist Cliff Kapono stars in the mini-doc "The Smartest Surfer in the World"
The head of the state Department of Law Enforcement discusses concerns about illegal fireworks ahead of New Years Eve celebrations; The University of Hawaiʻi Refugee & Immigration Law Clinic has a deportation-defense hotline
The Maui County Council has passed a measure to phase out short-term vacation rentals; Sierra Lynne Stone, a sixth-generation kalo farmer on the North Shore of Kauaʻi, shares how her family's farm has grown
Gov. Josh Green talks about his plan to extend expiring federal health care subsidies with state money; HPR investigates why ICE is sending immigrants from the continent to a federal detention center in Honolulu
The Lahaina Small Boat Harbor has officially reopened for commercial operations; A new report says small businesses are struggling to fill job openings
Participation in the Honolulu Marathon was high despite stormy conditions; Maritime archeologist Jason Raupp explores the secrets of sunken whaling ships
A state wildlife biologist says bird flu in Hawaiʻi is not a matter of "if" but "when"; Retired Hawaiʻi Supreme Court Chief Justice Mark Recktenwald joins a coalition of former justices speaking out about the importance of the rule of law
Jon Nouchi, deputy director of Honolulu's Department of Transportation Services, discusses Skyline's ridership; Peter O’Dowd, co-host of NPR's "Here & Now," talks about how reporting has changed in the age of misinformation
RYSE Hawaiʻi receives a $2.5 million donation from the Bezos Day 1 Families Fund; Hawaiʻi artist Jodi Endicott turns marine debris into sculptures that highlight the impact of plastic on the environment
HPR gets a tour of an agroforestry farm on Kauaʻi; A retired city lifeguard gives marine trash new life
ʻAulani Wilhelm, CEO of Nia Tero, has been named an influential climate leader by TIME Magazine; Humpback whales have changed their behavior since their return to Lahaina
The head of the Honolulu Board of Water Supply discusses the status of Oʻahu's water resources; A coalition is working to protect parts of Maunawili Valley from future development
Mālama Mākua's Lynette Cruz and Sparky Rodrigues and filmmaker Mikey Inouye talk about their film that shows the decades-long fight of military leases; Ray Tsuchiyama, realtor and management consultant, talks about whether Japanese travelers are coming back to Hawaiʻi
Waikulu will be home to Maui's newest film festival; The Honolulu Zoo has a new exhibit featuring rare endemic snails
Hawaiʻi County Council Member Ashley Kierkiewicz discusses proposed changes to the island's affordable housing rules; Author Christine Kuehn grapples with her family's work as spies for the Nazis in Hawaiʻi in her new book
The Conversation will be hosting a live call-in show to talk all things golf. Our panel will be taking your calls live. Call in live, or send a note to talkback@hawaiipublicradio.org. You can also leave a voicemail before the show on our talkback line: 808-792-8217.
Gov. Josh Green discusses military leases, the Trump administration's challenge to the Green Fee; Kurt Suzuki takes over as manager of the Los Angeles Angels, making him the first person from Hawaiʻi to manage a Major League Baseball team
The federal Department of Education will no longer recognize nursing as a professional degree; Tanya Fernandes, CEO of Ho'okele Home Care, discusses the common challenges family members face when using long-term care insurance
Local journalists Sophie Cocke and Janis Gin discuss the state of Hawaiʻi's media; Giovedi is named one of the 20 best restaurants in the U.S. by Bon Appetit
On today's program, we're sharing stories we reported on the scene and in the field, from rural Kauaʻi to downtown Chinatown.
The Hakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge marks 40 years amid uncertainty about federal support; New York poet Rachel Eliza Griffiths presents at the Honolulu Museum of Art
Today, we're hosting a call-in show on Maui water usage amid the ongoing drought and legal battles. Have a question or a comment? Email talkback@hawaiipublicradio.org or leave a voicemail on our talkback line at 808-792-8217.
Kim-Anh Nguyen, the CEO of the Blood Bank of Hawaiʻi, shares the urgent need for donors; Joe Kent, Grassroot Institute executive vice president, on creating OpenHearings, an artificial intelligence program that monitors government hearings
Susan Wilkinson of Susie's Duck Sanctuary on Oʻahu reflects on having to cull her flock due to avian flu; Monica Toguchi Ryan, the owner of the longtime restaurant Highway Inn, on staying in business amid the pandemic, tariffs, and rising minimum wage
The U.S. Army is conducting military exercises across Oʻahu, Maui, and Hawaiʻi Island until Sunday; Designs for a new school in Central Maui that could reshape how the state thinks about public facilities
HPR's Ashley Mizuo reports on what the spending bill to reopen the government means for Hawaiʻi residents; Office of Hawaiian Affairs chair Kai Kahele shares what's next for an OHA emergency relief program now that the shutdown has ended
The state Department of Human Services provides the latest on what SNAP recipients need to know about their benefits; The Aloha Vintage Base Ball Association host their inaugural game
How might the broad flight cancellations affect Hawaiʻi's economy?; Kauaʻi County Councilmember Fern Holland provides details on recent FBI and ICE raids on Kauaʻi
Today, we're hosting a panel discussion on SNAP benefits and other impacts of the government shutdown. Have a question or a comment? Email talkback@hawaiipublicradio.org or leave a voicemail on our talkback line at 808-792-8217.
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport is on a list of 40 airports that have been ordered by the Federal Aviation Administration to cut 10 percent of their flights; The 442nd Regimental Combat Team is immortalized in the documentary "Defining Courage"
Retired federal public defender Alexander "Ali" Silvert calls on the state Legislature to investigate an unnamed lawmaker who allegedly took a $35,000 bribe; Former Miss Hawaiʻi Cheryl Bartlett holds a rally in support of her husband Rogerio Araujo, a Brazilian citizen who has been detained by ICE agents
Staff and volunteers at The Pantry in Kalihi create more food assistance options for furloughed federal workers; Kauaʻi writer Jonathon Medieros shares the intention behind his poem "To the People on the Cruise Ships"
HPR listeners share what SNAP cuts mean for them; HPR's DW Gibson reports on the newly-formed Women's Court on Hawaiʻi Island
Happy Halloween! On today's broadcast, we're revisiting some of our spookiest interviews. Get ready for graves, ghosts, and creepy-crawlies galore!
Gov. Josh Green shares how the state is responding to the threat to the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program; Debbie Ngarewa Packer, co-leader of the Māori Party in Aotearoa, or New Zealand, talks about her suspension last year after participating in a haka on the Parliament floor
Dylan Moore with UHERO looks at the economic implications of the suspension of SNAP benefits; Longtime Mid-Pacific Institute baseball coach Dunn Muramaru and Hawaiʻi Pacific University head coach Dane Fujinaka discuss memorable moments from the World Series
C-MORE Lab Director David Karl reflects on the lab's greatest discoveries over the last 15 years; Hawaiʻi Afterschool Alliance Executive Director Paula Adams talks about the demand for child care across the state
Gordon Zane with the Hawaiʻi Department of Taxation discusses vacation rental regulations; Kimberlee Bassford talks about the dark turn her new documentary "Before the Moon Falls" took when its subject, Samoan writer Sia Figiel, was arrested for murder
State Sen. Joy San Buenaventura of Hawaiʻi Island responds to the failure of the Pohoiki Boat Ramp dredging project; Louis Miller and Jon Holshue, aka The Pasta Boys, dish up homemade noodles at Proof Social Club in Chinatown
People who get health insurance through the Affordable Care Act may face higher costs soon; The San Francisco Standard reports on billionaire Marc Benioff's ties to Hawaiʻi
Honolulu Councilmember Tyler Dos Santos-Tam, who represents the new downtown financial district and Chinatown, discusses concerns about pushing the negative elements further into Chinatown as a result of creating the Downtown Honolulu Business Improvement District; Chu Lan Schubert-Kwock takes HPR on a walking tour of Chinatown
Community members rally at ʻIolani Palace in support of Kamehameha Schools' admissions policy; Bishop Museum malacologists Ken Hayes and Norine Yeung share some tips for spotting native snails ahead of the annual Kāhuli Festival
HPR speaks to protestors at Honolulu's 'No Kings' rally; Ben Jones, director of ocean science and technology for the UH Applied Research Laboratory, shows off the building blocks of a new artificial reef system
Today, we're revisiting interviews that highlight the work of Hawaiʻi's specialty courts.
State Insurance Commissioner Scott Saiki discusses the changing insurance landscape; Palestinian Ma'an Odeh shares his thoughts on the ceasefire in Gaza and his recent experience in the West Bank
Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation Director Ed Sniffen talks about opportunities around the new Skyline service to Honolulu International Airport; Community members and state officials say goodbye to the historic vessel Falls of Clyde, which is set to be scuttled 25 miles off Oʻahu's south shore
Oʻahu Transit Services is working to reach an agreement with the Teamsters, who represent Oʻahu bus drivers, ahead of the opening of the second segment of Honolulu's rail
U.S. Rep. Jill Tokuda meets with Hawaiʻi's air traffic controllers, who are working without pay during the shutdown; Labor leader Randy Perreira responds to comments from the Trump administration that federal workers may not receive back pay
Israel and Hamas agree to the first phase of a ceasefire deal; Research suggests a gene variant carried by people from American Samoa, Tonga, and Hawaiʻi may be linked to obesity
Another segment of the Honolulu Skyline opens to the public next week; Author Russell Fielding traces the global history of breadfruit
Debora Halbert with the University of Hawaiʻi says enrollment is at its highest level in eight years; Oʻahu lifeguard Kerry Atwood offers an inside look at a day's work at Waimea Bay
U.S. Sen. Mazie Hirono talks about efforts to reopen the federal government as the shutdown drags into its second week; Researchers raise alarms about the impact of deep-sea mining on marine life
Today, the Conversation is sharing interviews with the host and panelists of the popular NPR news quiz show 'Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me!' ahead of their Honolulu live event.
HPR's Ashley Mizuo speaks to Hawaiʻi's congressional delegation about the government shutdown; Jim McCoy with Pacific Historic Parks discusses how the shutdown is impacting federal parks and historical sites on Oʻahu
U.S. Rep. Ed Case reacts to the government shutdown, the first since 2019; The University of Hawaiʻi has hired eight new faculty to lead a sustainable fisheries graduate program
Mark Recktenwald, chief justice of the Hawaiʻi Supreme Court, reflects on his time on the bench as he prepares to step down; Hawaiian Council CEO Kūhiō Lewis explains the organization's decision to rebrand
Honolulu Councilmember Esther Kiaʻāina talks Native Hawaiian political history and current federal funding threats; The "Mai Poina: The Overthrow Walking Tours" return after a pandemic hiatus
Today on the program, we're revisiting a few of our interviews with accomplished and creative harpists.
Jason Gamel, president and CEO of the American Resort Development Association, gives a snapshot of the timeshare landscape; Author and illustrator Sharon Fujimoto-Johnson tells her family's story of internment during World War II in her new children's book "Shell Song"
Attorney Ted Hong discusses a recent ruling in his lawsuit against HMSA; Hawaiʻi State Auditor Les Kondo talks about the launch of an AI-generated podcast
Former Damien Memorial School president wins a wrongful termination lawsuit; Hawaiʻi's Volcano Circus Executive Director Morgan Langham discusses the charter school's expansion
University of Hawaiʻi leadership is meeting with federal Department of Education officials to discuss funding cuts; More than 2,000 cyclists are expected to take part in the Honolulu Century Ride
Gov. Josh Green extends an invitation to Pope Leo XIV to visit Kalaupapa; E.A.R.L. Hawaiʻi sandwich shop owner Justin Parvizimotlagh goes viral with a video series describing how his business got its start
Gov. Josh Green discusses concerns over the PGA Tour's announcement that it will not host its season opener at the Kapalua Resort's golf course; Former Hawaiʻi Gov. Linda Lingle shares the mission of the Women's Prison Project
Chaminade Provost Lance Askildson and Hawaiʻi Pacific University Acting Provost Brenda Jenson discuss the latest effects of federal funding cuts; First Circuit District Court judges Mark Browning and Trish Morikawa share the importance of the Women's Court.
Retired Judge Karen Radius, Judge Dyan Medeiros and supervisor Valerie Lazo share the successes of Hawaiʻi's Girls Court; Author Hampton Sides revisits the story of James Cook in the New York Times bestseller "The Wide Wide Sea"
Legal experts discuss how specialty courts have shaped Hawaiʻi's judicial system; A Hawaiʻi guitarist showcases her unique sound on the national classical program "From the Top"
On today's program, we're revisiting stories of those who left their homelands to start new lives in Hawaiʻi.
Farm Link Hawaiʻi's Claire Sullivan on the recent announcement that it will be carrying fresh milk from Hawaiʻi's last dairy farm, Cloverleaf Dairy, on Hawaiʻi Island; Bahman Sadeghi, who bought the Meadow Gold processing plant on Hawaiʻi Island five years ago, discusses the history of Hawaiʻi's dairy business.
Graeme Blair, co-director of the Deportation Data Project, talks about how President Donald Trump's immigration policies are being felt across the country and in Hawaiʻi; Nancy Holman, Kalaupapa National Historical Park superintendent, discusses what to expect as the park reopens for public tours this week
Maura Okamoto, of the Friends of the East-West Center, discusses why community relationships are important as the center marks its 65th year; HPR's Laura Dux reports on the annual tradition of the Okinawan summer picnic
Karl Kim, head of the Pacific Urban Resilience Lab at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa, shares how past threats inform the future of natural disaster planning; HPR's Cassie Ordonio reports on the resurgence of the ‘ahu ’ula, or Hawaiian feather cape
Mafalda de Freitas, megaplastics program director at the Center for Marine Debris Research at Hawaiʻi Pacific University, talks about Hawaiʻi's only marine debris recycling center; Donor Mariel Tadena, stem cell recipient Nicole Fabela, and Erika Sevilla, spokesperson for the National Marrow Donor Program, share their stem cell story
HPR's Ashley Mizuo reports on how the Office of Elections is pushing back after being accused of overcounting hundreds of ballots received in Kauaʻi County during the 2024 election; Honolulu Marathon President Jim Barahal shares that there's been an increase in runner signups in all categories
Steve Wood, president of the Aiea Community Board, discusses concerns he's heard from the community about the development of the new Aloha Stadium; Freelance investigative reporter Guthrie Scrimgeour reports on the Robinson family's ownership of 100,000 acres of Hawaiʻi land, including the island of Niʻihau
We're hosting a call-in about the redevelopment process for Aloha Stadium, which is now set to open in 2029. Call 808-941-3689 during the live show or email talkback@hawaiipublicradio.org. You can also leave a voicemail before the show starts on our Talkback Line at 808-792-8217.
Today on the program, we're revisiting interviews with local authors to help you find your next favorite read.
Seth Colby steps into the role of Hawaiʻi's chief economist; The Hawaiʻi Department of Health addresses concerns over a rise in national cases of cannabis poisoning among children
University of Hawaiʻi climate scientist Matthew Widlansky develops a new AI tool to help researchers explore complex data; Kaimuki High School teacher Chu Hong shares what her students are cultivating in WORMS club
Residents of Molokaʻi are pushing for new agricultural regulations in an effort to keep out invasive coconut rhinoceros beetles; Sara Kehaulani Goo charts the history of land ownership in Hawaiʻi through the lens of her own lineage in her new book "Kuleana"
Jean Lee, presidential chair at the East-West Center, discusses President Donald Trump's first meeting with South Korean President Lee Jae-myung; Listen to HPR's "Chief of War" companion podcast
Today, The Conversation reairs recent interview with Hawaiʻi leaders and experts on the rule of law.
Gov. Josh Green discusses the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority's new board and the latest on military leases; East-West Center President Celeste Connors talks about the Center's budget uncertainty
U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz shares what he's hearing from his constituents across the islands; Historian Alan Rosenfeld discusses myths about WWII-era internment in Hawaiʻi to mark 10 years since Honouliuli Interment Camp was named a national historic site
Hawaiʻi Chief Elections Officer Scott Nago responds to President Donald Trump's calls to end the use of mail-in ballots and voting machines; New research investigates the low number of solid organ transplants in the U.S. Pacific territories
Researchers brief officials on the increasing risk of flooding in Waikīkī due to sea level rise; Uilani Souza shares her experience driving for TheBus for over 40 years
On today's program, we're revisiting a few of our favorite interviews with athletes on the move.
Ron Balajadia with the Hawaiʻi Department of Health shares what parents need to know about the uptick in whooping cough cases across the state; Adaptations Dance Theater on Maui cultivates homegrown talent through a new summer residency
A judge has ruled against allowing commercial fishing in the Pacific Islands Heritage Marine National Monument; A free seminar helps couples navigate divorce
A new policy paper says the Trump administration's actions may be weakening the country's position in the Pacific; Colliers has the latest findings on Honolulu's empty office space
Today on The Conversation, we broadcast live from Fort Street Mall and explore plans to revitalize downtown Honolulu through the creation of a business improvement district.
HPR's Catherine Cluett Pactol speaks with Maui residents as they commemorate two years since the Maui fires; Dr. Alika Maunakea shares insights on the mental and physical health of people exposed to the Maui fires
Maya Hara, Executive Director of the Lahaina Jodo Mission, shares how she and her fellow congregants are honoring those who lost their lives in the Lahaina fire; California Energy Commission Chair David Hochschild discusses the rollback of federal programs to support renewable energy
Sacred Hearts School principal Tonato Lolesio talks about plans to set up classrooms in temporary facilities while rebuilding their campus, which was destroyed in the Lahaina fire; Hawaiʻi County Council Member Matt Kanealiʻi-Kleinfelder and Elaine Parlow from Action 4 Animals discuss a divisive measure that would prohibit the feeding of stray or feral animals on county property
Leadership with the Hawaiʻi Visitors & Convention Bureau discuss efforts to boost Maui's tourism economy; Kumu Paul Neves walks 300 miles across Hawaiʻi Island in support of caretakers
Theo Morrison with the Lahaina Restoration Foundation shares plans for a park under Lahaina's historical banyan tree; David Tumilowicz with the Domestic Violence Action Center discusses federal funding cuts and staff departures
Local film industry professionals form the Hawaiʻi Film Alliance; NPR "Short Wave" co-hosts Emily Kwong and Regina Barber dive into the ocean in a new series called "Sea Camp"
Transportation officials on the lessons learned from Tuesday's tsunami traffic jams; A community forms around a tiny race track
Gov. Green discusses the latest damage assessments after yesterday's tsunami scare; Hawaiʻi's new state fire marshal shares what she's learned during her first two months on the job
University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa John A. Burns School of Medicine Dean Sam Shomaker discusses challenges and opportunities in health care as students gear up for a new academic year; Hawaiʻi Pacific University College of Business Dean Amy Nguyen-Chyung discusses a new $700,000 initiative to jump-start entrepreneurship
Former Hawaiʻi Gov. David Ige and former Hawaiʻi State Sen. Randy Iwase discuss the rule of law; Irish poet and theologian Pádraig Ó Tuama to give talks on Oʻahu and Maui as part of the Merwin Conservancy's "In the Green Room" series
Louis Erteschik, executive director of Hawaiʻi Disability Rights Center, discusses possible federal funding cuts; Hydrofoil champions Edo Tanas and Annie Reickert talk about their wins in the Molokaʻi 2 Oʻahu race across the Kaiwi Channel
United States Postal Service spokesperson John Hyatt shares highlights from 250 years of mail delivery; Fernanda Camarena with the Poynter Institute discusses the consequences of media blackouts
Rural health advocate John Desfur talks about how transportation shapes health care in rural Hawaiʻi; Investigative reporter Guthrie Scrimgeour delves into Mark Zuckerberg's land holdings on Kauaʻi
Hawaiʻi County Mayor Kimo Alameda discusses inspections of Hilo's historic banyan trees after human remains were found under one tree that fell over last weekend; State Senate Judiciary Committee Chair Karl Rhoads talks about an upcoming informational briefing on the rule of law with U.S. Rep. Ed Case
HPR News Director Bill Dorman shares what the elimination of federal funding for public media means for HPR; Gov. Josh Green talks about what's next for the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority and the possible impact of low vaccination rates among students
HPR News Director Bill Dorman shares the latest on the Trump administration's move to claw back federal funding for public media; Castle High School English teacher Jamie Stidger pushes the National Education Association to recognize that all students have a right to an education, regardless of their immigration status, in their national platform
The Conversation talks with experts about what federal spending cuts mean for education and health care; Chef Ippy Aiona talks about getting comfortable in front of the camera for his award-winning docuseries "Eating Our Roots"
Major General Marcus Evans discusses the U.S. Army's plan to add long-range missiles to its arsenal in Hawaiʻi; Comedian Sheng Wang talks about how he got his start in comedy
Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation director Ed Sniffen discusses plans to scuttle Falls of Clyde; The Navy has released a draft environmental impact statement for the continued use of over 8,000 acres of state land near Barking Sands
On today's program, we revisit the recent changes at the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority, the agency that has long overseen Hawaiʻi's largest industry.
The author of report on Filipino survivors of the Lahaina wildfire push back on a characterization of its findings by the Department of Homeland Security; HDOT director Ed Sniffen talks about efforts to modernize Hawaiʻi's airports
U.S. Rep. Ed Case shares his thoughts on immigration policy and the recently passed GOP-led spending bill; Office of Hawaiian Affairs chair Kai Kahele breaks down the agency's budget
We're opening our phone lines to discuss the crackdown on illegal fireworks. Have a comment or question? Call 808-941-3689 during the live show or email talkback@hawaiipublicradio.org.
Keith Vieira with KV & Associates Hospitality Consultants shares his outlook on tourism; Genealogist Jari Honora talks about Pope Leo XIV's ancestry as Hawaiʻi marks nearly two centuries since the first arrival of a Catholic priest in the islands
Oʻahu visitors discuss how the hotel worker strike is affecting their stay; New research shows that feral pigs may be carrying a nasty disease
DNLR is trying to eradicate coqui frogs in Kuliʻouʻou Valley with drones; Pearl City will host a small business fair this Saturday
A UH Hilo biology professor discusses his use of artificial intelligence to track forest bird abundance and trends; Minnesota biologists share their research on the unusual sex life of some Hawaiʻi crickets
Hospitality workers go on strike at Hawaiʻi's largest hotel property; A deadline approaches for Kauaʻi homeowners to apply for funding for cesspool conversions
New Hawaiian Airlines CEO discusses what's next since the major airlines' merger; Lawmakers are reportedly among those arrested in a protest at Kapiʻolani Medical Center over the ongoing lockout
Dan Blackburn with F&H Construction recalls rebuilding Kauaʻi after Hurricane ʻIniki and discusses the need for workers for Maui's recovery effort; Oʻahu chef Yuda Abitbol shares what he learned during his month-long challenge to eat only what he could hunt, farm, fish or forage
Technology consultant Matt Jachowski breaks down how Native Hawaiians are getting priced out of paradise; Patrick Cross with the Hawaiʻi Natural Energy Institute on the prospect of harnessing wave energy to produce power for the military
Nurse-patient ratios are proving to be a major sticking point in the ongoing labor dispute between local nurses and health care facilities; Does Honolulu need more e-bike regulations?
Hawaiʻi Pacific Health leadership responds to the union nurses' rally, contract negotiation stalemate; A new report discusses ramping up Hawaiʻi's construction workforce
Local nurses regroup after Kapiʻolani Medical Center locked out them out of work following a one-day strike; How will artificial intelligence change local journalism?
We revisit some of our past interviews focused on Hawaiian royalty like Queen Liliʻuokalani, King Kalākaua, and Princess Kaʻiulani
Gov. Green weighs in on the labor negotiations with nurses and hotel workers; a local lawmaker shares her efforts to demystify the state budget for the public; we discuss what lawmakers are doing to regulate e-bikes and what is being done to build more housing inventory on Maui; and The Friends of Italy Society of Hawaii share details of a recent event showcasing a photo exhibit of the Mediterranean
Two local unions talk about the state of labor negotiations between hotels and workers; The Maui Nui Seabird Recovery Project shares its idea for using a natural extract to stop rodent population; author Zoe Schlanger discusses whether plants could be considered intelligent; and the director of a new surf film reveals the high-tech gadgets he used to capture his stunning images
The state Health Department discusses how it's tracking dengue cases in Hawaiʻi; a local undefeated boxer shares his hopes and dreams after winning his latest fight; and Hawaiian music legend Marlene Sai talks about her passion for creating educational opportunities for young people
A former Hawaiʻi labor leader discusses the changing labor landscape and the Hawaiʻi Nurses' Association's planned walkout; HPR continues its investigation of data gaps on how many people have left since the Maui fires
HPR explores the gaps in data about how many people have left Maui since the Aug. 8 fires; An academic coach shares her formula for helping kids improve their math skills
Hawaiʻi's chief economist shares the stories behind the numbers of 60 years of state economic data; A local physical therapist has tips on how to eliminate lower back pain
HPR speaks to workers on the picket lines of the hotel strikes; Attorney Julian Aguon lays out Vanuatu's climate change case before the International Court of Justice
With Labor Day right around the corner, we're re-airing interviews with people who have unique and interesting jobs.
Scouting America, Aloha Council CEO Blake Parsons shares an update on the state of scouting in Hawaiʻi; University of Hawaiʻi professors Jeff Weldon and Boris Murmann share plans to manufacture semiconductors in Hawaiʻi
Local union leadership discuss contract disputes at hotels and airports; The EPA responds to the latest concerns over testing of the Red Hill water system
Hawaiʻi County emergency officials respond to Hone and prepare for Gilma; A new study highlights the importance of preserving the ecosystems around surf breaks
Researcher Glenn Dulla discusses a new report on a deadly papaya disease and what the threat means for Hawaiʻi's agriculture; An app uses artificial intelligence to help kids surf the web safely
Hawaiʻi's Ukrainian community prepares for an Independence Day festival; Author Todd Balf writes about how Duke Kahanamoku's Olympic performance changed the sports world
Community discussion continues about what to do about contaminants found in water samples from ʻAiea well; The Native Hawaiian Legal Corporation celebrates its 50th anniversary
HART's CEO discusses next steps for Honolulu's rail system; We look closer at levels of post-pandemic utility disconnections; Malu i Ka ‘Ulu talks about psychological problems related to fire survivors living in mid-term housing; A Maui music nonprofit shares why they're closing the curtain this weekend
The merger between Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines gets the all-clear from the Dept. of Justice; A geochemist weighs in on the latest contaminants found in water samples from the ʻAiea well
State Insurance Commissioner Gordon Ito discusses efforts to stabilize the condo insurance market; A new class of chemicals has been detected in water samples from the ʻAiea well
With football season upon us, the Conversation is re-airing interviews highlighting notable players with Hawaiʻi ties.
Gov. Josh Green talks upcoming DNC, global wildfire settlement; The grandson of the Petland founder on his family's decision to close their small business
Reality of recycling photovoltaic panels; The Battle of Guam during World War II; Reality Check with Civil Beat on housing problems following the wildfire disaster; Local singer Amy Hānaiali’i Gilliom headlines musical on Maui
Office of Hawaiian Affairs elections; Researchers chart coral bleaching along Maui's reefs; A local teacher and influencer explains Hawaiian naming traditions
The results of Hawaiʻi's primary election are in; Realtors may start charging less for commissions on residential sales; Girls flag football is coming to Hawaiʻi high schools.
Lahaina community holds events to remember those lost in the Aug. 8 fires, share hopes for recovery; Honolulu city officials give updates on latest plans to restore Waikīkī natatorium
Coast guard members recall rescue efforts in Lahaina one year ago; Community land trust officers work to keep Lahaina lands in Lahaina hands
What does available data show about contaminants in the water at the Lahaina Harbor?; Maui fire survivors, first responders face mental health impacts post-disaster
DNLR official talks timeline, cost to rebuild Lahaina Harbor; Verizon gives HPR an exclusive tour of its central station to discuss fire preparation; New research show accelerated aging among Native Hawaiians
The Conversation broadcasts live from Lahaina; The fuel dock at Lahaina Boat Harbor reopens; What's the state of tourism on the Valley Isle?
During this hour of The Conversation, we have a hana hou show looking at conservation in Hawaiʻi, from mauka to makai. We're re-airing some of our favorite interviews with organizations and people working to preserve or restore our land and waters.
A new study out of JABSOM shows surprising trends in breast cancer rates in the U.S.-affiliated Pacific Islands; A locally-made adventure film is set during a volcanic eruption
An Oʻahu entrepreneur works to make a plastic-free beach toy set; Washington Middle School gets a top-of-the-line recording studio
How to win cash prizes for catching invasive fish in the 2024 Hawaii Invasive Species Roundup; Celebrating the 145th anniversary of the ʻukulele's arrival to Hawaiʻi from Portugal
The Honolulu City Council is seeking community feedback on development plans for the city's urban core; Reef systems in protected areas are showing strong health metrics
Maui residents on road damage from fire cleanup efforts; The state and a maritime archeologist weigh in on the fate of the Falls of Clyde; A beloved local artist discusses his work in a new joke book; Guam's Olympic flagbearer prepares for track-and-field events in Paris
Community pushback on the renewal of military land leases on Oʻahu; Local nonprofit works to expand child care and financial resources in Waiʻanae
What's next for the Democratic Party after Biden's announcement that he would not seek reelection?; Data on greenhouse gas emissions from RIMPAC
Today on the Conversation, we'll have a panel discussion on the future of artificial intelligence.
Local lawmakers' react to Biden's announcement that he's dropping out of the presidential race; Kamehameha Schools lays out its plans for Keauhou Bay
On today's Conversation, we're reairing some of our recent interviews about invasive bugs.
Today on the Conversation, we're holding a panel discussion on how smartphones affect kids.
We're devoting this hour of The Conversation to a discussion on the state of Hawaiʻi's economy. Have questions or comments to share? Call us at 808-941-3689 from O’ahu or 1-877-941-3689 from the neighbor islands.
The Navy is trying out an experimental 3D printer to make spare parts during RIMPAC; A UH researcher has new insights on how to repair faulty genes
Local experts discuss firearm safety procedures in Hawaiʻi's film industry; The Hawaiʻi State Archives celebrate the global reach of the ukulele
The Department of Health has a new report showing the number of patients participating in the Medical Aid in Dying program; A teen-led nonprofit helps to fund surgery for cataract patients
Gov. Josh Green vetos seven bills; The new dean of UH JABSOM lays out his short- and long-term priorities; Researchers investigate the possible anti-cancer properties of kava
The Caltech Submillimeter Observatory decommissioning process; A new film about a legendary surfboard designer Dick Brewer
What's next for the New Aloha Stadium Entertainment District?; Hawaiʻi bans deep-sea mining; Culinary Institute of the Pacific will offer scholarships
A local law historian gives his thoughts on the presidential immunity Supreme Court ruling; The PUC chair discusses a potential solution to keeping the power on during future electrical outages; We take a tour of RIMPAC, the largest international maritime war exercise; The story behind Chamorro tattoos
It's the Year of the Forest Bird, so today on The Conversation, we're revisiting some of our favorite conversations about native manu.
The state Department of Law Enforcement comments on recent illegal firework busts; Author Randy Roth talks about the legacy of his book "Broken Trust," now available as an audiobook
A retired federal public defender discusses what a recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling means for local public corruption laws; New research breaks down how to identify Sharwil avocados
Top Honolulu transportation officials talk about the progress of Skyline so far and the work ahead as the rail marks its first year in operation; Miss Hawaiʻi 2023 reflects on the pressures of being in the public eye
State Director of the Department of Law Enforcement Jordan Lowe addresses the arrests of four state sheriffs in two separate investigations; HECO executive Jim Kelly on the suspected cause of the recent power outages in Downtown Honolulu
Health experts break down what you need to know about the COVID summer surge; Finding common ground with top politicians and officials over their favorite foods
Should we be optimistic about the economy?; How hurricanes imperil rare native birds; Keeping the rare art of hula kiʻi alive
Efforts to save the historic Falls of Clyde from being dismantled; Kauaʻi Mayor Derek Kawakami attends the National Conference of Mayors; Architectural plans for Lahaina's recovery
What historical property owners need to know about the current insurance landscape; Mosquito control efforts to save Kauaʻi's birds; What's next for gifted artifacts from FestPAC
Summer's here, so we're spotting a few of our favorite reads on The Conversation's bookshelf!
Gov. Josh Green on FestPAC attendance and takeaways; Department of Corrections Director Tommy Johnson on officer recruitment efforts; Bass player Dean Taba on the first performance of a new local jazz supergroup
Gov. Josh Green on FestPAC attendance and takeaways; Department of Corrections Director Tommy Johnson on officer recruitment efforts; Bass player Dean Taba on the first performance of a new local jazz supergroup
COVID-19 positivity rates remain high across the islands; Musicians celebrate Hawai'i's Make Music Day; Father-and-son sommelier duo on the challenges of following in your father's footsteps
A new health survey lays out West Hawaiʻi's needs; Some activist groups are calling for the cancellation of RIMPAC; A former pro-football player speaks candidly about the culture of the NFL
FestPAC 2024 concludes; How to support Indigenous-led stewardship; Oʻahu-born NFL quarterback Marcus Mariota enters his 10th season
The Navy gives an update on a recent solar project that went online; a local realtor and podcaster talk about barriers to owning a home; we discuss Maui High School's project with NASA; and the organizer of a new ukulele festival shares how it will benefit fire survivors
Health officials are working to keep the COVID count down at FestPAC; The director of the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands gives an update on key housing projects
Veteran journalist weighs in on the state of local journalism; The largest solar project to date comes online in Central Maui
The final environmental assessment is complete on the iron-hulled ship Falls of Clyde; Few Oʻahu families are prepared for an emergency; Local artist Irie Love has a new single
Last year proved to be a breakthrough year for Hawaiʻi writers. Several garnered global recognition for their work, and the Honolulu Magazine further spotlighted local talent in the inaugural HONOLULU Book Awards. Today, we're revisiting our interviews with some of those award-winning authors.
A recent COVID spike is affecting health care workers; FestPAC 2024 holds its opening ceremony; A groundbreaking play series by Alani Apio will be staged in its entirety for the first time this month
HPR reporter Savannah Harriman-Pote talks about food bands and disasters; Shelly Lowe, the head of the National Endowment for the Humanities, on the Festival of Pacific Arts & Culture; French language and culture in the islands and at FestPAC Filmmaker and former Hawaiʻi resident Brett Wagner
HPR reporter Ashley Mizuo takes a closer look at the opioid settlement funds; Honolulu Magazine celebrates local authors; Chris McKinney talks about winning "Author of the Year" for his latest trilogy; A slipper-lending library on Maui
The Navy shares updates on fuel tank degassing operations at Red Hill; HPR reporter Catherine Cluett Pactol shares the experience of a Molokaʻi resident who joined flotilla to feed Palestinian families; Postdoctoral researcher Josh Krozier explains new study on 2018 Kīlauea activity; Widow of novelist Michael Crichton talks about his new book set against the backdrop of an erupting Maunaloa
House Speaker Scott Saiki, State Insurance Commissioner Gordon Ito, and Insurance Associates' Sue Savio join us to discuss recent increases in property insurance and the ties to climate change
Hawaiian Electric has a new wildfire prevention program that may cut off power in some communities; FestPAC preparations are underway in Waimānalo
U.S. Rep. Jill Tokuda of Hawaiʻi updates us on the Farm Bill and other Hawaiʻi issues; Neal Milner discusses the impact the Gen Z gender gap could have on the upcoming election; CyberHawaii talks about kūpuna with STEM expertise mentoring the next generation; and an ʻIolani student shares the research that won him a $10,000 prize
A former state Director of Health on what health care reform may look like for Hawaiʻi; Longtime leader of state Legislature's Public Access Room to step down
Today, The Conversation broadcasts live from Hilo with stories focusing on the Big Island community.
What does climate change mean for property insurance?; Properties on Maui's Minatoya list; Bacteria levels at Hilo's popular swim and surf sports
Do residual fumes in the Red Hill underground fuel facility pose a threat to nearby communities?; Experts predict a quiet hurricane season
Honolulu Managing Director Michael Formby on flooding risks of the Ala Wai Canal; HPR reporter Ashley Mizuo on the impacts of the state's new short-term rental law
EPA Region 9 head Martha Guzman on rebuilding critical water and wastewater infrastructure in Lahaina; Hawaiʻi County Police Chief Benjamin Moszkowicz on why law enforcement on the Big Island is denying more gun permits than any other county
Today, we're sharing a hana hou show featuring voices and perspectives from Hawaiʻi's young people.
Gov. Josh Green on the latest Point-in-Time Count, which shows a rise in the number of homeless individuals in Hawaiʻi; Author Henry Grabar on what parking can tell us about how the world works
Community concerns over contamination in the Navy's drinking water system; Should comedians stop making jokes about Trump?; A new variety show will celebrate "all things Asian-American and Pacific Islander"
Some advocates have concerns about recently-passed tax cuts; What does the reality of regenerative tourism look like?
The threat to native species posed by feral cat colonies; Longtime cemetery historian earns national recognition; The need for foster families on Hawaiʻi Island
Mother-daughter restaurateur duo behind Istanbul Hawaii on how they started cooking together; Hawaiian pop vocal trio Na Leo Pilimehana celebrate 40 years of friendship and song
Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke on the Ready Keiki initiative to expand the number of preschools across the islands; Experts share the latest on Myanmar's civil war
Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke on broadband access and early education; Upcoming workshops to collect stories about the Filipino experience in Hawaiʻi; The snapshot of native forest bird health
What did this legislative session mean for tourism?; Endurance swimmers will swim around Maui in event meant to raise awareness of ocean health; New Chamorro language textbook
What this legislative session means for residents' taxes; New report on cancer trends shows higher mortality rates from preventable cancers among Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders
New Maui County legislation looks to regulate short-term rentals; EPA responds to the Navy's theory that false positives explain reports of recent fuel-contaminated drinking water in Oʻahu homes
The forgotten history of a Waialeʻe boarding school; Local charter school wins national award in education innovation; Architect collects more than three decades of drawings of Kaimukī into new book
Hawaiʻi Preparatory Academy eighth grader Chiku Raul shares his new podcast about protecting Hawaiʻi's endangered forest birds from avian malaria; UH senior Daniel Arakawa is selected as a 2024 Truman Scholar
The latest status of a controversial measure to allow HECO to issue ratepayer-backed bonds; A 30-year-old student financial literacy program is expanding; NPR has a new interview podcast with twist
A federal trial seeking damages for some 7,500 families harmed by fuel contaminated drinking water is underway; Researchers have an update on what became of the sole survivor of an effort to establish a new colony of critically endangered kiwikiu in East Maui
It's National Pickleball Month, so we're revisiting our recent interviews about the fastest-growing sport in the country and across the state.
A federal court trial starts Monday in which military families are seeking damages for exposure to fuel-contaminated water from the 2021 Red Hill fuel storage facility leak; 150th anniversary of Aliʻiōlani Hale
Community reaction to an NPR reporter's revelations about billionaire Marc Benioff's land acquisitions in Waimea; The scramble to keep water access for the popular Camp Erdman through the summer
Is an estate tax break critical for local family businesses or a loophole for the rich?; Lawmakers weigh the creation of a wildfire fund; Learn how a Hawaiian spider species communicates
University of Hawaiʻi professors release new paper detailing the ties between imperialism and climate change; Two filmmakers receive close to $1 million to document queer histories in Hawaiʻi
Kapa’a High School Principal Tommy Cox takes top award; Maui-born musician Lily Meola honors Lahaina with new single; Local artist repairs Mahatma Gandhi statue
Gov. Josh Green on the timeline laid out in the attorney general's report of the Aug. 8 Lahaina wildfire and lawmakers' efforts to stave off an insurance crisis; Photographer Arifin Graham on his new exhibit featuring people and places in Lahaina before the wildfires
Experts discuss HECO's liability for the Maui wildfires; The state gets new self-driving vehicles and a Tesla fleet; Teen perspectives on the hazards of drunk-driving
What happens to electric bills when utilities use ratepayer-backed bonds to cover wildfire costs; Opportunities to give back to the community amid declining rates of volunteerism
NPR tech reporter Dara Kerr on billionaire Marc Benioff's behind-the-scenes land acquisitions in Waimea on Hawaiʻi Island; Journalist and author Joanne Lipman shares lessons on switching careers
Two Hawaiʻi residents will be aboard the Freedom Flotilla Coalition to Gaza; Students from France learn about their town's Hawaiʻi ties; Cirque du Soleil offers a preview of the upcoming Hawaiʻi show
The EPA has released new drinking water standard to combat PFAS pollution; The Haʻikū Stairs are scheduled for removal; The best way to train your dog
Health officials are investigating two confirmed cases — and eight probable cases — of whooping cough on Hawaiʻi Island; The 1898 Project holds a summit on American imperialism
New lūʻau have run afoul of Honolulu's zoning laws; Slow-going efforts to clear misdemeanor arrest records; Narrow window for Oʻahu firefighter applications opens April 14; ThinkTech Hawaii web series to end in May
Resources for Red Hill families who may have been exposed to fuel or additives in their drinking water; A nonprofit's search for a fishmonger to help process unsold fish to give to food insecure families
Residents react to Gov. Josh Green backing off a short-term rental ban; Photography exhibit shows Lahaina before the fires; Virtual field trip to see Hawaiʻi's birds
The Navy's Swarm Team explains its approach to wrapping up the Red Hill fuel storage facility closure; we discuss highlights of this weekend's Merrie Monarch Hula Festival; the Jaycees shares its thoughts on the state of youth leaders today; and HIFF details its new young filmmakers festival, ʻŌpio Fest
The Department of Justice has decided not to pursue a fraud complaint filed against defense contractors working at the Red Hill fuel facility; Local efforts to boost wages for child care providers
A UH astronomy professor details her work to prepare to study the upcoming solar eclipse; the need for furniture grows as Maui fire survivors move into longer-term housing; a Big Island author talks about using his work experience on Maunakea in his new novel set on the mountain; and a UH Hilo biology professor reflects on being featured in a popular PBS children's show
We discuss a new effort to turn invasive grass into fertilizer; ʻĀina Momona details what was covered in a recent call with the White House; a retired Honolulu firefighter shares how he's seen his battle with gout improve; and local TikTok star Brevenchy M talks about how he would be impacted if the U.S. banned the social media app
Women's History Month is coming to a close, so we're revisiting interviews with or about notable women in Hawaiʻi's history.
Maui County Mayor Richard Bissen reacts to Gov. Josh Green's decision not to institute a short-term rental moratorium; Updated guidance for COVID-19
A recent crash kills an elderly couple out for a ride on their bicycles near their home in ʻEwa Beach; Turtle Bay Resort hosts a one-of-a-kind paniolo lūʻau
Hawaiʻi County Mayor Mitch Roth on a possible rate cut for real property taxes; Navy Vice Adm. John Wade, commander of the Joint Task Force Red Hill, hands over the reins
New satellite set to deploy from the International Space Station will provide data on volcanic eruptions and wildfires; Big Island officials work to meet pickleball demand
Hawaiʻi State Energy Office funding uncertain after Senate budget move; New pathway from Guam to Hawaiʻi to meet the demand for mechanical engineers; Maui maternal health
We discuss how a clean fuel standard could help Hawaiʻi reduce carbon emissions in transportation; the Honolulu EMS director talks about the recent increase of fentanyl and drug use on Oʻahu; Hawaiian Dredging discusses the Pearl Harbor dry dock modernization project; and a British historian highlights the contributions of Hawaiʻi women during World War II
Is shoplifting on the rise?; Challenges ahead for the Navy's $3 billion overhaul of the Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam drydock; Queen Liliʻuokalani's portrait returns to ʻIolani Palace
Kauaʻi County Mayor Derek Kawakami outlines his priorities in his recent State of the County address; House Speaker Scott Saiki on the condo property insurance crisis
Honolulu Mayor Blangiardi discusses public safety on Oʻahu and other top priorities; NAMI Hawaii shares what people can do to avoid reaching their breaking point; Pacific Biodiesel talks about expanding to Kauaʻi; and HPR's Cassie Ordonio shares what FestPAC 2024 means to Pacific island communities
Today we're revisiting some of our favorite interviews about significant places and moments in Oʻahu’s storied past.
Military residents respond to the Navy's report on fuel contamination in a handful homes last fall; New research on using soundscapes to map reef health
What action communities can take to curb the fatal outcomes of domestic violence?; International TV host takes a tour of the Liljestrand House, a mid-century marvel on Oʻahu
Former HPD detective on the murder-suicide in Mānoa; Local woman honored for evacuating 12,000 tourists during the Lahaina wildfire; New video game set in Honolulu
EPA assistant director on monitoring for PFAS in groundwater; Environmental Day at the Capitol; Roosevelt High School alum named one of USA Today's Women of the Year
The Hawaiʻi Convention Center is asking lawmakers for $64 million to fix a leaking roof; Oʻahu man bikes across the globe to raise money for charity
It's been 30 years since the Navy allowed women to serve on combat ships; New research that offers insights on how to avoid cookiecutter shark bites
HTA is mapping out its marketing plan for the state in the wake of the August wildfires; Efforts underway to release the endangered Hawaiian crow back into the wild
Colliers International discusses the down direction for commercial real estate; Hawaiʻi Restaurant Association shares whether "surge pricing" could work in our state; we take a closer look at the heated debate over the state budget in the wake of Maui's wildfire recovery; and a tree consultant talks about the concept of tree equity across our communities.
Avalon Group has acquired the former Walmart building in downtown Honolulu; Conservation workers are needed on Maui; Kaiser High grad wins a spot on "The Voice"
Today, we have a call-in show on the status of IVF in Hawaiʻi. We'll hear from Hawaiʻi oldest IVF clinic and discuss the changing legal landscape.
Former HTA president John De Fries has been tapped to head the Maunakea Stewardship Oversight Authority; New treatments available for some blood cancers
Artificial intelligence in wildfire prevention strategies; A new water quality report on reveals Hawaiʻi's most polluted beaches; Mapping sunken ships from WWII
A new report says large portions of Hawaiʻi affordable housing are set to expire; Plans for a commercial lūʻau show may conflict with the Kapiʻolani Park public trust rules
Navy launches major construction project; Local publishing house celebrates 45 years; How can we make lūʻau more authentic?
U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg tours Honolulu rail, harbors and airports; Evictions on Maui; Oʻahu architect to become first woman to take top medal
What does a recent court ruling against Hawaiʻi's biggest health insurer HMSA means for doctors and patients?; The costs of Maui's recovery; History of the Maunaloa trail
Hawaiʻi to get $50 million from EPA to upgrade water infrastructure; Marine scientists on the hazards nets and boat strikes pose to whales; Do traffic cams make a difference?
A resident shares her experience after fuel was discovered in the Navy water system in 2021; An upcoming rally at the State Capitol is set to bring awareness to the Russian invasion of Ukraine
The paniolo, or the Hawaiian cowboy, has a storied history in our islands. Today we’re reairing recent interviews celebrating their place in our local lore.
Gov. Josh Green on new tiny home villages for houseless residents, child welfare reform; NPR journalists share how to participate in the student podcast challenge
A bill to legalize recreational marijuana is advancing at the legislature; Actor and social justice advocate George Takei visits Hawaiʻi to honor the Day of Remembrance
Law professor outlines the failures of America's child welfare system; The Zoning Board of Appeals' latest decision in "monster homes" case
How farmers can divert old crops from the waste stream to create value-added products; Can scientists build a sun shield in outer space to fight global warming?
Federal efforts to assist displaced Maui families; A Maui resident and her extended family struggle to stay together as they search for a new home
The Conversation is broadcasting live from Lahaina, Maui today as residents mark six months since the wildfires destroyed more than 2,000 structures and killed 100 people on Aug. 8.
A Lahaina resident recounts fleeing into the ocean to escape the Aug. 8 blaze; Viral young performer Kamaha’o Haumea-Thronas kicks off HPR Mele Concert series
HPR President and General Manager José A. Fajardo will be stepping down on July 31; Makapu’u's final lighthouse keeper reflects on his service
The climate crisis can feel overwhelming, so where should we take action? We tackle this topic with our panel of guests.
As we get our bearings in 2024, we’re revisiting a few conversations with local leaders who are charting our path forward.
Combating invasive species on military land; Exhibit pays tribute to Japanese immigrant workers on Lānaʻi's pineapple plantation; Waikīkī hosts ballroom dance competition
Cleanup efforts in Kula; New standards for password protection; Honolulu African-American Film Festival kicks off
Rep. Cedric Gates proposes legislation to address violence in his West Oʻahu district; what's included in the Maui fires legislative package
HPR takes a tour of Honolulu's Chinatown; the lives of workers who constructed the Red Hill underground fuel facility; expanding opportunities for women in esports
U.S. Rep. Jill Tokuda talks about her first year in Washington; what this legislative session means for invasive species prevention and local agriculture
Nonprofit faces challenges in the effort to get the Falls of Clyde back to Scotland; New insights into Niʻihau's history from Hawaiian-language newspapers
Dangerous driving sees pandemic spike; World-class violinist on the power of music to connect communities and break down barriers of inequality
We discuss reactions to Gov. Green's State of the State address; the State Energy Office gives an update on where things stand with the future of hydrogen in Hawaiʻi; a Maui pie shop talks about how they were impacted by the wildfires; and the director of a new documentary about the Hōkūle‘a reflects on relearning the language of the navigator
Takeaways from Gov. Josh Green's State of the State address; Thursday's deadline to apply for assistance from the Small Business Administration; protecting America's Chinatowns
Community's response to Navy's decision not to attend community meeting about Red Hill fuel tanks; insights from the first of two Right-of-Entry informational workshops for West Maui residents
Gov. Josh Green reacts to the legislative priorities outlined by house speaker and senate president; What does the global landscape of AI mean for Hawaiʻi?
Red Hill defueling process enters its next phase; Resources for victims of human trafficking; Hawaiian musician Henry Kapono kicks off a new series of concerts
Anniversary of the Red Hill 2014 spill, which leaked 27,000 gallons of jet fuel; Conversation tips for partisan times from a civil discourse specialist
There's a lot of talk about growing local agriculture, but we want to hear from those out in the field doing the work. Today, we're revisiting our favorite conversations from the past year with those who are getting down and dirty to find innovative solutions for food sustainability.
Health equity during the next phase of Maui's recovery; UH hosts summit on racial healing; NYTimes food writer the intersection of culture and cuisine
The rise of multigenerational housing; The growing trend of pay transparency laws across the country; Inspiration behind the theme of this year's ball at the Queen Emma Summer Palace
Calls for investments in innovative industries; State ag dept. asks for more funds; Reflections on the anniversary of the 2018 Hawaiʻi false missile alert
Insights from the first meeting of the Maui Economic Recovery Commission; Efforts underway to restore several historic properties amid heavy rain forecasts
A Hawaiʻi author and law professor highlights institutional corruption in new paper; Entrepreneurs are bringing a new sour candy to Hawaiʻi's shelves
A domestic violence prevention advocate responds to the violent cases that made headlines over the holidays; A new website launches to share Maui housing resources
An EPA official responds to concerns over trace levels of petroleum hydrocarbons reported in six homes on the Navy water system last October; a labor specialist discusses the impacts of the statewide minimum wage increase; a local author's debut novel receives kudos on best-of-2023 list
A realtor and short-term rental operator says getting rid of STRs will not solve Maui's housing woes; Lawmakers look to support artists impacted by the Maui fires; A public speaking coach shares her best tips on how to overcome fear in front of a crowd
We revisit the opening of the exhibit featuring Queen Lili‘uokalani, a kumu hula who shares his reaction to being named an innovator in his field by a national foundation, a woman on a mission to raise awareness about global warming who brings a polar bear puppet to O‘ahu, and a trailblazing Hawaiʻi rap group's impact on local culture.
A Maui workers' union member discusses how the wildfire recovery process is impacting his housing situation; an Oʻahu STEM student shares her love for math and inspiring more girls to get into the STEM field; and local musician Nicholas Lum talks about his new approach to mele that blends innovation and tradition
The head of the Hawaiʻi Housing and Finance Development Corporation discusses one of the various efforts to get more long-term housing available for survivors of the Maui fires; experts weigh in on the possible belongings and artifacts that could have survived the fires — and how to restore them; HPR’s Catherine Cluett Pactol looks into the proposed fire debris site at Olowalu and the pushback it's getting from residents; and some “striking findings” in surveys by the Pew Research Center on The Long View.
We jump into the HPR time-machine and revisit long-time HPR reporter Noe Tanigawa's interview with musicians Mark Yim and Bobby Hall who reflect on Peter Moon and the Hawaiian music scene; and musician Robert Cazimero about the changing soundtrack of Waikīkī
Experts share how those in Hawaiʻi may find harmony both internally and with their community as the Israel-Hamas conflict continues; public health studies professors with the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa discuss the environmental studies on Maui and the health risks they can pose; a father-son duo talks about working together in the film, being in the industry as people of color and a new movie they worked on together.
Gov. Josh Green discusses his priorities for Maui's recovery and building more housing for the homeless; UH highlights its effort to measure the impact of Maui wildfires on coastal water quality; and muralist Vaimoana Niumeitolu shares her experience painting murals in the West Bank
HPR’s Catherine Cluett Pactol checks in with the survivors of the Maui fires who continue to look for housing; a University of Hawaiʻi hydrologist discusses an ongoing program that offers free water testing five months after the Maui fires; a Jewish community on Kauaʻi makes and delivers jewelry to Israeli refugees impacted by the Israel-Hamas conflict.
A UH professor shares his efforts to update outdated agricultural maps using satellites and AI; Keck Observatory's new director talks about balancing science and culture; a Maui filmmaker discusses his new streaming series, "Moku Moku"; and local musician Stephen Inglis shares why he's reviving an iconic Grateful Dead concert here in the islands
UH researchers discuss using sail drones to collect information from nearshore waters off Lahaina; Project Dana shares its connection with former First Lady Rosalynn Carter; we explore dual citizenship for Micronesians; and ʻElepaio Social Services discusses efforts to improve the health of Waiʻanae residents
We are going to the movies for today's hana hou! We shine the spotlight on Ryan Kawamoto, whose documentary highlights the overlooked history of Japanese Americans who were removed by force from their homes and businesses during World War II; Filmmaker Jean Shim talks about what went into making her feature film that screened at the 43rd Hawaiʻi International Film Festival; local resident Henk Rogers, who secured worldwide distribution rights to the Tetris game, shares the backstory as depicted in the new film "Tetris"; and Elliot Lucas talks about the Kauaʻi Film Academy producing its first feature film
Airline officials discuss what the Hawaiian-Alaska Airlines merger means for the companies and their customers; a food systems professor details the policies and efforts needed in food security and local agriculture; HPR’s Catherine Cluett Pactol reports on a Makahiki ceremony on Kahoʻolawe and its connection to the healing of the island.
The State Consumer Protector shares ways to stay protected against holiday scams; we discuss an emerging mental health crisis among boys and men; and we share the call of the java sparrow in today's Manu Minute
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers discusses updates to the Ala Wai Flood Risk Management Project and why public input is needed; ʻukulele master Jake Shimabukuro shares why music can be healing and a song off his new album; and the first bodyboarding world champion reflects on winning 40 years ago
The Hawaiʻi Lodging and Tourism Association shares its thoughts on tourist safety and the hold on promoting tourism on Maui; the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reflects on the impacts of its first Native Hawaiian scientist-in-charge; and an architect and a neuroscientist discuss a new, innovative design for permanent housing in Maui
FEMA shares its efforts to convince property owners to convert short-term rentals to long-term housing for Maui fire victims, Maui's "Uncle George" Kahumoku talks about his perspective on Lahaina's recovery, and legendary Maori actress Rena Owen discusses helping grow Hawaiʻi's film industry
The nephew of a Pearl Harbor attack veteran shares the contents of his uncle's diary; the head of the Honolulu Marathon provides an update on participation from runners from Asia; and a UH architecture professor discusses Lahaina's architectural history
A state Department of Human Services program to housing families who have been displaced by the Maui fires but don’t qualify for federal assistance; a Filipino family searching for a home yet again after Lahaina fire; and the declining population and song of the Hawaiian honeycreeper ʻAkiapōlāʻau.
Two nonprofits discuss the grants available for building agroforestry in Hawaiʻi, the U.S. Interior Department shares info on climate change adaptation grants available to Native Hawaiian organizations; and the mother of a slain child shares the story behind the nonprofit Pierce's Pledge
Hawaiian Airlines acquired by Alaska Airlines; HPR's Cassie Ordonio on safety for kūpuna with dementia; Missing Child Center Hawai'i's origins; Mākua Valley to heal from military use
Today we're replaying our recent series on the status of the little fire ant across our state, as lawmakers push for a rapid response to the infestation of the invasive pest spreading throughout our islands.
Families opting out of vaccines against common childhood illnesses; Civil Rights Commission outreach to the deaf community; National Book Award for Craig Santos Perez; Holiday memories with Shaka Santa
Gov. Josh Green on water and housing; Suicide prevention efforts on Molokaʻi; HPR's Catherine Cluett Pactol on a transportation nonprofit; The Long View's Neal Milner on holidays and free speech
A look at the past, present and future of the state Exceptional Tree Program that was established nearly 50 years ago; Lahaina surf instructor Robert “Bully” Kotter's surfing camps and their impact on homeless children in the area are the focus of the “Uncle Bully's Surf Skool” documentary
Hawaiʻi needs a circular economy; Filipino textiles and design; Kīlauea update and Maunaloa reflection; Hana hou hiking Maunaloa
We’re going outdoors for a hana hou show highlighting recent interviews from mountain to the sea: a Leilani Estates resident reflects on the fifth anniversary of the Kīlauea eruption; forest therapy guides highlight health benefits of forest bathing on mental health; the U.S. Forest Service and USGS discuss the recovery of an ʻōhiʻa forest on the Big Island; and a scientist explains the spawning cycles of Jellyfish
The state Department of Agriculture is collecting old pesticides to ensure they're disposed of safely; insight on caring for those with Alzheimer’s disease in Hawaiʻi; and a new documentary on the ʻakikiki, or Kauaʻi honeycreeper.
A local protester and a local attorney express their opposition to Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.; we discuss the recovery experience for Lahaina's immigrant community following the wildfires; a local arborist talks about his work to save a cultural site in Micronesia; and beloved fashion company ʻIolani returns with a new children's line
Nearly all the jet fuel has been removed from the Red Hill storage tanks; the Israel-Hamas war has led to reports of antisemitism and tension in classrooms at the University of Hawaiʻi; the Trust for Public Land celebrates 50 years of working with local communities; and how kōnane, or "Hawaiian checkers," provides insight into Hawaiian culture and philosophies.
A new report on how climate change is affecting islands in the Pacific; details on why immigrants affected by the Maui wildfires struggle to get aid; A show following the life of the late Willie K.; new documentary captures the life Big Island kūpuna
Honolulu's Deputy Transportation Director Jon Nouchi provides an update on the Skyline's ridership; health concerns rise as cleanup begins in Kula; thespian Craig Howes becomes the 19th century physician William Hildebrand to discuss his passion for medicine and botany
University of Hawaiʻi student Mariah Abdelfattah talks about her family in West Bank; Oʻahu resident Kevin Kuroda's family received a long-lost memento that belonged to his Medal of Honor recipient uncle; the 106th anniversary of Queen Liliʻuokalani's passing is celebrated at her former home.
Protest to end bombing in Gaza; Red Cross volunteer on Maui wildfires; SAG-AFTRA strike settlement and local productions; Author Innocenta Sound-Kikku on her Chuukese children's book and poetry collection illustrated by Lissette Yamase
French schoolchildren's song of thanks to WW2's 442nd regiment; Fundraiser featuring pianist Alpin Hong; Ukulele virtuoso Taimane on how music heals; Nā Hōkū Hanohano award-winning artist Keilana
Hawaiʻi's Health of Women and Children Report; bottled water and reclaiming the tap; forest bathing for mental health; Cirque du Soleil prepares for Hawaiʻi permanent show
FEMA updates for Maui fires recovery; HPR's Catherine Cluett-Pactol on the Made in Maui County Festival supporting small businesses; Ai-jen Poo on the care economy; Manu Minute and a cackling African game bird
The state Department of Labor and Industrial Relations has temporary job openings for displaced Maui residents; experts explain the dry-docking process at Honolulu Harbor; and a new Palauan exhibit opens at East-West Center in Mānoa.
High school student studying in Israel returns home to Hawaiʻi; Maui art gallery recovers bronze sculptures after wildfires; "Hidden Brain" tackles healing in a new podcast; New Zealand author Gina Cole shares her passion for science fiction
The Hawaiʻi Herald shuts down next month; American Civil Liberties Union and DOE settle class-action lawsuit over equal opportunities for female athletes; Protect & Preserve Hawaiʻi restores Pia Valley
The Army shares the status of the wildfire burning in Mililani Mauka; Oʻahu's Chief Resilience Officer discusses the new Climate Adaptation Strategy plan; a Maui student shares how her family was impacted by the wildfires; and we learn more about the new OHA CEO
We discuss the lawsuit filed against Facebook and Instagram over their alleged effect on the mental health of young people; Maui Invasive Species Committee gives an update on efforts to eradicate the little fire ant; we focus on the ‘Alala in today's Manu Minute; and we talk about the deeper meaning behind the Moloka‘i short film, Kala.
The latest on Ramona Okumura, a former Hawaiʻi resident and humanitarian worker stuck in Gaza; Resident safety amid a fire in a remote area of Mililani; A U.S. Department of Agriculture plan to spread non-native seeds on the burned landscapes on Maui; The benefits of freight farming; Today's edition of "StoryCorps: The Military Voices Initiative"
Lāhainā temporary school bids are in; EPA gives updates on Maui cleanup and Red Hill defueling; State Health Department report on families reporting drinking water issues; HPR's Cassie Ordonio gives updates on the Hawaiʻi State Foundation on Culture and the Arts
A Philippines labor union boss talks his groups similarities to Hawaiʻi unions; a UH professor shares the context to the current Israeli-Palestinian conflict; Moloka‘i-Maui Invasive Species Committee discusses its success with certain species thus far; and we learn more about the invasive peacock grouper, or roi
Little fire ants found on Kauaʻi; Molokai Clean Energy Hui on community-based energy initiatives; International Cultural Arts Network boosts Pacific Islanders in film industry
Oʻahu infestations of little fire ants are on the upswing; Department of Education official optimistic about future initiatives; Big Island resident opens up about living with 'post-polio syndrome'; and a combat medical officer talks about life defined by Vietnam War experience
Little fire ants on the Big Island; Maui wildfires and public schools; Maui homeowners get no break from the mortgage; Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Government contracting forum for local businesses; Audubon Society keeps its name and holds conference; Daughters of Hawaiʻi online auction; Hawaiʻi Book and Music Festival fundraiser with pianist Alpin Hong
Gov. Josh Green gives updates on Maui and Gaza; Alliance Francaise classical music show; Banana Festival in Waimea Valley
Scientists think outside the box to solve fire-ant infestations; HPR's Catherine Cluett Pactol shares an online resource connecting homeowners and residents displaced by Maui wildfires; how can the Aristotle Effect be applied to the state's housing crisis?; this week's Manu Minute spends time with Maui's little hopping honeycreeper; and a new exhibit showcases World War II history between Okinawa and Hawaiʻi
Family of NGO volunteer trapped in Gaza seeks help for safe exit; a Big Island mom's story after son's deployment is recorded by StoryCorps; a new book connects Native Hawaiian practices with health and social justice; and South Korea's K-beauty industry prompts author to pen a new book
Red Hill defueling begins; Economic recovery and Maui timeshares; Former UH student recounts Hamas attack; HPR's Cassie Ordonio reports on new program for homeless Native Hawaiian families
Hawaiʻi resident on family's safety in Israel; $140 million collected for the Maui Strong Fund: State regulators warn against scam fundraisers; Conference to address problems with Hawaiʻi's economy
U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz addresses top-of-mind issues in candid sit-down; the State's Digital Equity Coordinator highlights a draft 'digital equity' plan"; this week's Manu Minute highlights the often overlooked rock pigeon; and the contemporary opera An American Dream inspired by real histories
We discuss an investigation into the health impacts on disaster recovery workers; HFD shares tips on how to safeguard your home and kitchen from fire; the author of Willow Weep for Me talks about the 25th anniversary of her book; and we share a local story recorded by the StoryCorps Military Voices Initiative
HPR's Ku'uwehi Hiraishi on West Maui reopening for tourism; HPR's Cassie Ordonio on Lāhainā's overlooked ʻulu groves; HPR's Jason Ubay on ʻIke Pāpālua, a sci-fi short story anthology by local authors
HPR's Savannah Harriman-Pote explains extended FEMA deadlines for Maui applicants; The MacArthur Foundation recognizes innovative kumu hula for his work; and the 43rd annual Hawaiʻi International Film Festival spotlights a wide variety of titles, including one about zombies
Navy details this month's Red Hill defueling plans; HPR's Ku'uwehi Hiraishi on opening of West Maui; Local screenwriter on the end of Writers Guild strike
A military attorney explains the importance of recent letters of censure issued by the Secretary of the Navy over the Red Hill fuel contamination; Kaiser Permanente Hawaiʻi offers free classes entitled "Parenting After Tragedy"; this week's Manu Minute highlights the ʻōʻū, a native bird that hasn't been seen in the wild in decades; and Hawaiʻi Public Radio President and General Manager José Fajardo shares a health update, living with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)
Small Business Administration recovery centers on Maui; Filmmaker Jean Shim's feature debut plays at the 43rd Hawaiʻi International Film Festival; Sudden Rush Hawaiʻi's pioneering rap group reflects on the art form
House Subcommittee Testimony on Maui Fires; Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority's Conference and Maui Recovery; HPR's Cassie Ordonio on the rebranding of the state's art museum
We hana hou recent interviews with local authors and writers with Hawaiʻi ties who have made it on our fall reading list: environmental lawyer Julian Aguon's No Country for 8 Spot Butterflies; Hawaiʻi state poet laureate Brandy Nālani McDougall's ʻĀina Hānau, Birth Land; Big Island native Jasmin Iolani Hakes' Hula; and keiki author Kaylin George's Aloha Everything
HPR's Savannah Harriman-Pote shares the latest from a U.S. House hearing on the Maui wildfires; HPR's Kuʻuwehi Hiraishi on Hōkūleʻa's return home to Hawaiʻi; Korean shamanism and Indigenous religion; Iona Contemporary Dance Theater celebrates Hawaiʻi goddesses
The head of the University of Hawaiʻi sits down for a candid conversation before his retirement scheduled for 2024; Family of murdered Marine Rocky Padilla appeals to the public for new leads in the cold case; this week's Manu Minute shines the spotlight on Hawaiʻi's short eared owl; and HPR's Catherine Cluett Pactol shares the plight of a Maui tomato farm trying to survive post-disaster
Red Hill military leadership discusses what is being done leading up to next month's expected defueling; Military NCIS is actively pursuing new leads on decades old cold case; and a new program spurs innovation at the University of Hawaiʻi
HPR's Cassie Ordonio shares stories from this past weekend's resource fair in Lāhainā; ILWU leader underscores importance of cross union cooperation; and Honolulu residents may soon see water rate hikes in order to fund repairs on aging infrastructure
The Hawaiʻi Hotel Alliance shares viewpoint on how time shares will buoy recovery of Hawaiʻi's visitor industry; Tree Canopy Viewer researchers discuss the importance of trees in light of climate change; we check in with America's first woman to win a World Championship in the discus throw; and Grateful Dead fans get a treat with a couple of weekend concerts on Kauaʻi
Gov. Josh Green addresses housing and the opening of Maui to tourism next month; HPR's Ku'uwehi Hiraishi's report on the state water commission meeting; Author Megan Kamalei Kakimoto discusses her short story collection; DNA helps to identify a sailor killed in the attack on Pearl Harbor
Lāhainā's Wo Hing Temple lost to Maui fires; writer and environmental lawyer Julian Aguon about his desire to build community across the Pacific and the world; Artificial intelligence's impact on our work life; University of Hawaiʻi Center for Oral History embraces stories about limu experts
HPR's Catherine Cluett Pactol spotlights one man's survival saga as wildfire disaster unfolded; Union leader reflects on Lāhainā recovery support for members; Uplifting mental health and resilience during Suicide Prevention Month; and the University of Hawaiʻi presents a new production of Shakespeare in Hawaiian
Maui Filipino Chamber of Commerce to help Lāhainā’s fire victims; Compassionate housing design for Lāhainā fire victims; Jack Johnson headlines a Maui fundraising concert
Extinct snails offer insight on Hawaiʻi's climate; vote for your state and island snail; $1.6 million grant for native snail research; raising endangered snails and protecting them from extinction
A Maui attorney talks about fundraising efforts to meet the needs of Filipinos impacted by the Maui wildfires; a West Maui taro farmer talks about the battle over water rights dating back to the 1800s; a Native Hawaiian author talks about her new middle-grade novel, Lei and the Fire Goddess; and the Paniolo Preservation Society talks about preserving Hawaiʻi's cowboy history
Maui lawmaker reflects on personal loss and community resilience; HPR's Catherine Cluett Pactol shares updates on Kula water woes; Architectural expert remembers Lāhainā's colorful and multi-faceted architecture; this week's Manu Minute showcases Hawaiʻi's endemic duck; and a new stage performance centers around the real-life drama of getting a Honolulu building permit
HPR's Sabrina Bodon reports on housing challenges for displaced Maui residents; Molokaʻi support group on National Suicide Prevention Month; Scientists alarmed by nuisance seaweed discovered in remote waters; Fashion fundraiser for Alliance Francaise
HPR's Cassie Ordonio reports on problems with invasive grass; Letters from listeners about Lāhainā; Hawaiʻi Small Business Fair features classes that address post-pandemic and fire recovery for entrepreneurs; Hawaiʻi Agrifood Summit hosts investors, start-ups and innovators to address food security
In today's live call-in show, we took stories from those who had been touched by Lāhainā's beauty and talked to cultural historians about the future of the town.
Hawaiʻi's epidemiologist offers guidance during latest COVID-19 surge; Honolulu's Chief Resilience Officer solicits public input; Head of Department of Hawaiian Home Lands shares future housing plans; HPR's Ku`uwehi Hiraishi reports how Native Hawaiian homesteaders receiving assistance in wake of Maui wildfires
Environmental Protection Agency on Maui's clean-up; Department of Agriculture urges turning in pesticides and dangerous chemicals; artifacts from the Maui fires; Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Awareness Month
HPR's Sabrina Bodon spotlights the economic hardship for Maui's wedding business industry; HPR's Savannah Harriman-Pote delves into wildfire impacts on offshore waters; Dee Jay Mailer returns to head Bishop Museum; and Queen Liliʻuokalani's historic connection to the "Soldiers' Chapel" at Schofield Barracks
Rebroadcast of a show featuring Kauaʻi's National Tropical Botanical Garden seed bank, the U.S. Department of Defense Natural Resource Program seed bank, the U.S. Army Rare Seed Program, Lyon Arboretum seed bank and Hawai'i Island seed bank.
Island Energy Services CEO Jon Mauer talks about the company's plans to store Red Hill's fuel; UH Hilo psychology professor Chris Frueh details Firefighter Syndrome; Honolulu Civil Beat reporter Paula Dobbyn addresses the economic shocks experienced by Maui as a result of the fires; HPR's Kuʻuwehi Hiraishi reports from Maui on the status of Native Hawaiian healing from the devastation of the fires; Paula Rath talks to The Conversation about the creation of Palama Settlement
Forensic expert and his military team help identify Maui wildfire victims; HPR's Catherine Cluett-Pactol highlights a Maui non-profit focusing on long term recovery; and community leader "Uncle George" Kahumoku Jr. shares thoughts on pathways to healing
Navy repacking the pipelines ahead of defueling Red Hill underground storage tanks; Hawai'i's Republican Party campaigning begins; Windward Community College's Acting Conservatory; Big Island athlete wins CrossFit Games
How education was addressed in California's Paradise 2018 wildfire; Hana Hou: sleep for our physical and mental strength; New Zealand artist George Nuku on plastics and artmaking; documentary “Surf Girls: Hawai’i” and why representation matters
A University of Hawaiʻi economist discusses the outlook for Maui's economy in the wake of recent wildfires; Ukulele virtuoso Taimane talks about her upcoming show "Hawaiki" and raising money for Valley Isle residents; and a Kauaʻi author details his new book about the Garden Isle
Hawaiʻi Fire Relief Housing Program places Maui fire victims in permanent housing; HPR's Kuʻuwehi Hiraishi talks about efforts to bring Lāhainā's goddess Kihawahine back home; Maelia Lobenstein Carter of Ka Pā Hula o Kauanoe o Waʻahila on women's leadership and paths to knowledge
A recent Maui County Council meeting reveals community anger; Maui Brewing Company discusses sustainable tourism; we look closer at the importance of community-run assistance hub on Maui; a Lāhainā fire survivor shares about his community, loss, and survival; and Rogue Wave Toys founder talks about a compostable alternative to plastics
Maui Economic Development Board community leader connects those in need with resources; HPR's Sabrina Bodon reports on the Maui Relief Storage Facility on Oʻahu; FEMA official underscores agency's continuing commitment to the Valley Isle; Hawaiʻi Career Expo 2023 connects job seekers directly with local employers; Musician Jake Shimabukuro reflects on the healing power of music
President Biden and federal workers on Maui; U.S. Representative Jill Tokuda and basic needs of Maui residents; HPR's Catherine Cluett-Pactol and Maui's community aid efforts; Maui United Way and cash aid; HPR's Savannah Harriman-Pote and misinformation about FEMA aid; HPR's Cassie Ordonio and relief efforts for Maui's immigrants
The state discusses how to navigate filing an insurance claim for losses on Maui; a Maui church shares plans for a future temporary shelter community; the city discusses what to expect when college and private school students return to school next week; and local musician Keilana shares her music
Gov. Josh Green addresses several issues in the aftermath of the deadly Maui wildfires; the Consumer Protection office warns against fundraising scams; Bishop Museum looks to salvage historic artifacts; and local chefs organize to provide free meals to Maui residents impacted by the fires
Maui's largest wireless provider restores vital service; U.S. Small Business Administration ready to assist business and residents; HPR's Catherine Cluett Pactol highlights the way the Molokaʻi community is helping Maui; Head of the Department of Hawaiian Homelands weighs in on Valley Isle homestead future; and an upcoming Kihei concert aims to raise spirits and donations for the Maui Food Bank
Updates on Maui fire aid from federal and state officials; Mental health services available to people affected by the West Maui wildfires; American Red Cross fields calls to reunite families; Maui chocolate company employees and factory survive fire
The head of the Healthcare Association of Hawaiʻi shares how the health care needs of affected residents of Lāhainā are being met; Military veteran talks about leading his evacuation and rescue team on Maui; HPR's Savannah Harriman-Pote underscores the importance of safety when dealing with cleanup and toxicity in burned out Lāhainā; and HPR's Cassie Ordonio discusses the wildfire's impacts to Valley Isle schools
Climate change's link to natural disasters; Hawaiʻi Zoning Atlas key to addressing housing shortage; Army wants public input on proposal for Big Island World War II military training area; retired UH professor weighs in on the growing cacao industry
We hear from State Sen. Angus McKelvey, who barely made it out of the disaster zone; HPR's Kuʻuwehi Hiraishi covers the devastating cultural and historic losses to Lahaina Town; Fire expert delves into relationship of hurricanes and forest fires; and our series on cacao spotlights Maui Kuʻia Estate Chocolate
Maui wildfire leaves six dead and 2,100 seeking shelter; HPR's Catherine Cluett Pactol on Maui County's Agriculture Department; and learning about the journey from bean to bar from Lonohana Estate Chocolate
The Honolulu Board of Water Supply unveils plans for desalination plant getting underway; Public input sought to tweak Oʻahu Neighborhood Board system; North Shore farmer shares insight on growing cacao and being part of the chocolate industry; and HPR's Cassie Ordonio spotlights up-and-coming Maui musician, Jordan T
Biologists fight against invasive soft corals discovered in Pearl Harbor waters; HPR's Sabrina Bodon talks about much needed boost to Hawaiʻi's postal infrastructure; Documentary filmmaker highlights overlooked history of Japanese Americans who were removed by force from their homes and businesses during World War II; and a cappella harmonies meet "Broadway Through the Years" at the Hawaiʻi Theatre this weekend
A small business owner and a state consumer protector take answer your questions about hidden restaurant fees and what extra costs mean for customers.
The Hawaiʻi Institute for Marine Biology coral scientist Kuʻulei Rodgers explains coral bleaching; Dress for Success CEO Michele Meyer-Shipp on what's needed for women's workplace success; Honolulu Fire Explorer Program manager describes mentoring youth; HPR's Taylor Nāhulukeaokalani Cozloff talks sustainability and the ʻulu burger
The FBI's Operation Cross Country has rescued 59 children, including 11 in Hawaiʻi; HPR's Catherine Cluett Pactol talks about Sustʻāinable Molokaʻi's new broiler chicken program; Kauaʻi Film Academy produces its first feature film
Lawmakers visit the Red Hill facility to check on the shutdown progress; the Outdoor Circle gives an update on fashion designer Dior's run-in with billboard laws; Hawaiʻi's American Ninja Warrior opens up about life as an athlete-celebrity; HPR's Cassie Ordonio discusses local rap group Boys of the Ocean and new film Growing Up Local
HPR's Sabrina Bodon gives a rundown on Joint Task Force Red Hill's training for defueling; Celebrating Sovereignty Restoration Day in light of the Red Hill crisis; Hawaiʻi leaders gather in D.C. to support the Peace on the Korean Peninsula Act
Hawaiian Electric Company rolls out "Shift and Save" pilot program-aimed at reducing energy bills; HPR's Kuʻuwehi Hiraishi explains the story behind the first written Hawaiian alphabet; we talk about history and identity as we mark the 70th anniversary of the Korean Armistice; and sitting down with the winner of the 2023 Ocean Race
We mark the 70th anniversary of the Korean Armistice; Collected stories about COVID may help future leaders; and HPR's News Director Bill Dorman takes a deeper look at extreme global weather in different forms
Public input is being sought in the selection of members to sit on a community group dealing with the Red Hill water defueling and shutdown; HPR's Catherine Cluett Pactol explains how a group of Maui researchers went to Nepal in search of data; Rare petrel nests are discovered atop a remote mountain in American Samoa
HPR's Sabrina Bodon details a training program that places community collage graduates into rail jobs; University of Hawaiʻi faculty rake in record amounts in research funds; Department of Land and Natural Resources hosts statewide meetings about stewardship fees to maintain marine resources; and a retired local physicist shares his perspective on the newly released "Oppenheimer" film
Top military brass discuss plans to ease traffic congestion to shipyard; Transportation officials pursue implementation of road usage charges; Global explorers convene in Hawaiʻi; and a new exhibit celebrates artists John and Kate Kelly
Writer Cheryl Soon's Reflections in "Stone and Bronze," a field guide to statues across the state; columnist Mindy Pennybacker, author of "Surfing Sisterhood Hawai’i: Wahine Reclaiming the Waves"; news editor Jessica Machado's memoir entitled "Local"; and chocolatier Raven Hanna's "One Cacao Tree: A Guide to Backyard Cocoa, Tiny Fermentations, and Chocolate Making in the Tropics"
The state's chief housing officer addresses some of the concerns surrounding Governor Green's emergency proclamation concerning affordable housing; the City's Parks and Recreation Department discusses a survey on new rules regarding outdoor courts; and HPR's Kuʻuwehi Hiraishi details Native Hawaiian soccer players prepping for a match in New Zealand against the Māori
HPR's Catherine Cluett Pactol detail a construction project impacting Kalaupapa's power grid; Riders share their thoughts on the way Skyline impacts their commute; Assets School discusses the way communication has evolved and how to better manage ADHD symptoms; and the Ladybits and Leadership founder shares ideas on transforming sex education to better serve the community
HPR's Sabrina Bodon reports on Gov. Green's emergency housing proclamation; DLNR director works to protect limited natural resources; and Ballet Hawaiʻi's summer program includes a Japanese fairytale and Gershwin
New law breaks down barriers for local hemp farmers; Grassroot Institute of Hawaiʻi concerned over high cost of rail; HPR's Cassie Ordonio highlights printmaking artform and its ties to activism; Shakespeare hits the stage in upcoming festival
SAG-AFTRA strike impacts other union members on local productions; Summit to strengthen economic relations between Hawaiʻi and Japan; Author Walter Dudley on his book about local tsunami stories
Architect details artwork signage planned for Skyline stations; HPR's Ku`uwehi Hiraishi explains pilot to manage tourism; Manoa Valley Theatre stages Lloyd Suh's The Chinese Lady; Two island teens shine in NPR's 2023 Student Podcast Challenge
Riding Skyline with bikes and boards; HPR's Catherine Cluet Pactol on the Hawaiian bobtail squid; Author Jasmin ʻIolani Hake shares her debut novel; Hawaiʻi Handweavers Hui and the joy of weaving
Public reactions to federal investigation of company recently awarded Red Hill contract; The Outdoor Circle sees billboard when looking at Dior signage; Identifying new landfill proves daunting for Oahu and Kauai; Prince Lot Hula Festival gets underway this weekend
A UH marine scientist discusses the way the environment and the food chain will be affected if Japan allows radiated water to be released into the ocean; the EPA's regional administrator met with Kunia Village residents whose drinking water tested positive for PFAS
Hawaii's chief economist and the head of one of the state's largest summer programs discuss the state of summer jobs and reflect on what young people learn from their initial entry into the workforce
HPR's Kuʻuwehi Hiraishi reports on the Big Island brewery producing alcohol from tī plant root; Bishop Museum wins 1.6 million dollar grant to study Hawaiʻi's snails; Vote for your favorite snail to represent your island; Keiki picture book focuses on aloha through land, adventures, and folklore
Rescuing endangered snail species with the DLNR; "Fish Pono — Save Our Reefs" campaign advocates preservation of herbivore fish population; and HPR's Catherine Cluett Pactol talks about the legacy of Hōkūleʻa with one of her original crew members
Schooner Falls of Clyde to be delisted from the National Register of Historic Places; HPR's Sabrina Bodon reports on Skyline's opening weekend; Researching snail extinction at Kaʻena Point; Jazz vocalist on life in the Air Force
Former Mayor Caldwell reflects on supporting rail construction during his time in office; Hawaiʻi Island Seed Bank shares its recent work with conservation and restoration projects; and the producer of the upcoming Shaka documentary provides an update on the film
Big Island drag show highlights māhū culture; Lyon Arboretum seed bank strives to save rare and endangered native plants; Smithsonian Institution hires curator for Hawaiian history and culture
Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland tours Hawaiʻi in support of the Hawaiʻi Conservation Conference; U.S. military's only rare seed lab; Global view on plastic pollution; Native Hawaiian culture told through hip-hop
Historian writes about complex history between China and Russia in new book; HPR's Cassie Ordonio reports on inequity of health care for Micronesian veterans; Army seed bank funded by DOD budget; Researchers share Hawaiian Monk Seal updates
HPR reporter Sabrina Bodon takes a look at Gov. Josh Green's intent-to-veto list; Chamber of Commerce Hawaiʻi seeks feedback about burdensome rules and regulations from businesses; Kauaʻi National Tropical Botanical Garden discusses its work to save rare and critically imperiled seeds
Gov. Josh Green has signed a law mandating active shooter drills in Hawaiʻi schools. The Conversation's Catherine Cruz sat down with the Department of Education's Randy Tanaka and Erica Yamauchi from the Hawai‘i chapter of Moms Demand Action.
HPR's Catherine Cluett Pactol on the return of Molokaʻi Hoe paddling race; Windward Community College student's commencement speech goes viral; Maui man participates in History Channel's reality TV show
Local group KUA soaks up Indigenous aquaponic practices; A free training program teaches farmers about agribusiness; A beneficiary of Title XI shares her 5-decade journey; HPR's Kuʻuwehi Hiraishi delves into the health benefits of sport paddling
The state Director of Finance explains Gov. Josh Green's billion dollar budget cuts; Department of Health explains efforts toward vector control; HPR's Sabrina Bodon on Skyline's security system and staff; Garden Club of Honolulu prepares for its upcoming flower show
Retired Pearl Harbor historian Daniel Martinez plans to continue sharing stories of the war; The Field Museum in Chicago features history of Hawaiians in the Windy City
HPR's Catherine Cluett Pactol on a Molokaʻi archeological site; DTS Deputy Director Jon Nouchi talks about the new name for the rail system; A local chef and his daughter share their love of food for Father's Day
Balancing the budget provokes reaction from Senate Ways and Means Chair Donovan Dela Cruz; HPR's Kuʻuwehi Hiraishi on 50 years of supporting University of Hawaiʻi medical students; The life of the woman behind the Hawaiʻi State Public Library system; Friends of the Library hosts a summer book sale
Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement regional convention meets in Las Vegas; HPR's Cassie Ordonio reports on the preservation of old ukuleles; Hawai'i's Make Music Day led by Na Leo's Nalani Jenkins; SEEQS charter school's tenth anniversary
Families sickened by Red Hill water contamination demand truth from Navy Adm. Sam Paparo; HPR's Sabrina Bodon on new pepper spray regulations on Kauaʻi; Matthew Locey's book "White Lens on Brown Skin"; Macadamia nut flour gets federal certification
Nobel Peace Summit Medal for Social Activism winner Christine Ahn on the rift between North and South Korea; 2020 Nobel Prize winner for chemistry Jennifer Doudna on her journey in science; Leo C. Lee Lifetime Achievement Award winner Traci Tong on her past and future in journalism; Whiting Award winner R. Kikuo Johnson on his creative process and future plans
Navy reduces the amount of drinking water flushing from Red Hill into Halawa stream; Army and University of Hawaiʻi partnership increases mental health treatment for soldiers; Hoʻomaluhia Botanical Garden and new policy; Hana Hou World Oceans Day and changing tides
The military begins drills to prepare for leaks or fires when defueling begins at the Red Hill storage facility; A local screenwriter explains the ongoing Writers Guild of America strike; A Maui home chef prepares to reveal family recipes on a national cooking competition; and HPR's Kuʻuwehi Hiraishi reports on Big Island goats feeding on limu to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions
Plans to defuel Red Hill move ahead as EPA releases its order on consent; HPR's Sabrina Boden covers the controversial pay hikes being proposed for Honolulu councilmembers; A local company feeds green waste back into the circular economy; and a local nonprofit aims to revitalize Hawaiʻi's lei industry
Assistant Secretary of the State Department’s Bureau of Global Public Affairs stops in Honolulu to explain Pacific region security; TSA gives summer travel advice; People with disabilities give feedback on Honolulu rail accessibility
State Health Department invites public to talk about defueling plan for the military’s Red Hill Underground Bulk Fuel Storage Facility; Author Scott Kikkawa on the crime novel and 1950s Hawaiʻi; WAMU in Washington, D.C., covers a hālau in Maryland and The Conversation talks to its co-founder about sharing Hawaiian culture
Rail resolves problems at Pearlridge rail station; Kailua Bay reef damage caused by canoe race moorings; Halawa Prison college program a success; liver transplant donor celebrates one year Hana Hou
Expert on Pacific security matters explains recent international airspace skirmish; HPR's Cassie Ordonio looks into behind-the-scenes reality of American Idol; Manu Minutes highlights migratory ducks; and a child actor shares youthful perspective of touring with "Les Misérables"
HPR's Sabrina Boden discusses the staffing shortages at state prisons; The loneliness of young stars around the Milky Way; Local motorcycle racer sets world record; Big Island Jazz and Music Festival's 10th anniversary
University of Hawaiʻi horticulturist on his plumeria research and discoveries; Haleʻiwa plumeria farming family; challenging growing conditions for Molokaʻi plumeria; the global growth of plumeria business; Koko Crater Botanical Garden's famous plumeria grove
FEMA and KHKA antenna tower owner share plans to construct a federal emergency broadcast studio on Oʻahu; FEMA provides an update on disaster response efforts in Guam; the Hawaii State Bar Association discusses upcoming free "Ask a Lawyer" clinics; and a Native Hawaiian living in Tennessee shares her perceptions of home and belonging
Joint Task Force-Red Hill discusses the Navy's Red Hill defueling plan; Red Cross provides an update on Typhoon Mawar impacts on Guam; Hawaiʻi County's police and fire chaplain shares information about a new first responders support nonprofit; and a Korean woman living in Hawaiʻi shares her journey of identity and belonging
The Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement was awarded $27 million for tourism management; HPR's Sabrina Bodon discusses property taxes; West Hawaiʻi Mediation Center on recent legislative session funding cuts; South Asian immigrant on belonging and Hawai'i
Hawaii Appleseed Center discusses the mixed results addressing the housing and homeless crises this legislative session; an award-winning Hawaiʻi pianist discusses receiving a national honor; HPR's Cassie Ordonio looks closer at Spam culture in our state; and local polo enthusiasts talk about the history of the sport in our islands
HPR's Sabrina Bodon shares the story of a military family with long-term health issues from water contamination; DBEDT director gives his thoughts on improving the current tourism model; and drag queen Sasha Colby dishes on her experience on "RuPaul's Drag Race"
AES Hawaiʻi discusses the opening of its Waikōloa solar farm; a Leilani Estates resident reflects on the fifth anniversary of the Kīlauea eruption; the Limu Hui shares the importance of seaweed to the marine life food chain; and a Kahuku High School senior talks about being a U.S. Presidential Scholar
Navy Admiral updates plans to drain Red Hill fuel tanks; Hawaii County discusses the fifth anniversary of the Kīlauea East Rift Zone Eruption; 'Museum Confidential' host shares the process of creating content for the popular podcast
Hawaiʻi needs to move beyond its current tourism management model; Hawaiian Airlines responds to Mother's Day weekend delays; Kailua turtles in need of monitoring; Author Mindy Pennybacker discusses Surfing Sisterhood of Hawai'i
A marketing consultant shares details on a new governance model for tourism; Honolulu's Transportation Director talks about the history of Honolulu's rail project and what the public can expect when it starts service in June; and HPR's Casey Harlow discusses commercial and housing development along the rail line
In this Hana Hou show, we revisit our stories about Queen Liliʻuokalani's official portrait traveling from Hawaiʻi to the National Portrait Gallery in Washington, D.C., for an exhibit currently on display.
Point-in-time count on homelessness on Oʻahu; Kamehameha Schools and Hawaiʻi Pacific University graduate a record number of students with associate degrees before they get their high school diplomas; Reflections on Rotuma, a tiny island that's part of Fiji; Foodland celebrates its 75th anniversary
Hawaiʻi leaders unite to underscore their stance on the Navy's Red Hill defueling process; a Honolulu councilmember aims to make permitted parking in Kalihi permanent; UH's nursing school helps us survey the landscape for health care workers; and a local author and musician discusses building cost-effective homes
Premier Medical Group Hawaii tests for COVID among legal immigrants at border crossings; Hawaiʻi Convention Center optimistic for future financial stability; HPR's Sabrina Bodon follows end-of-legislative session, budget drama; Raising awareness during bike safety month
Sierra Club analyzes Red Hill briefing; HPR's Cassie Ordonio on how ChatGPT influences learning; Efforts to restore and conserve Maunalua Bay
Justice Sabrina McKenna honored for her work paving the way for other women in the legal profession; A new book details Hawaiʻi's ties to Portugal; A political historian and author reflects on new Smithsonian exhibit
Regenerative tourism amid 10 million visitors; Keck Observatory and the discovery of a Death Star; National Portrait Gallery's 1898 exhibit and the Kūʻē Petitions
Lawmakers pau with the 2023 tax bills; Kaʻū public school principal Sharon Becker wins Masayuki Tokioka Excellence in School Leadership Award; Smithsonian exhibit features history of 1898 annexation
HPR's Sabrina Bodon reports on sensitive places bill SB 1230; Hawai'i Emergency Medical Services' new medication dosing system; Kaimuki Compost Collective deals with food waste
HPR's Casey Harlow shares updates on Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority legislation; Three generations of plumeria growers welcome visitors to the family farm; Remembering the colorful history of USS Bowfin; Author pens book about Vietnamese family coming to terms with mental health recovery
Local fishmonger doing her part to help Hawaiʻi become more food secure; Molokaʻi group hatches a plan for food sustainability with chicken raising program; an ʻulu cookbook offers a unique take on a Hawaiʻi staple; Oʻahu native's Korean-Hawaiian restaurant in LA tops Yelp list
Long COVID symptoms can include fatigue, joint pain, brain fog, and depression or anxiety, lasting for months or longer. Drs. Scott Miscovich and Tim Brown join the show to talk specifically about long COVID and its impact on our community.
East-West Center's Satu Limaye discusses South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol's state visit; HPR's Cassie Ordonio on the significance of Filipino tattoos; Forage Hawaii connects home chefs with local animal protein; Hawaii Dance Bomb owner talks about dance as transformation
Hawaiʻi residents across the state can carry a concealed gun on them in public, thanks to a supreme court ruling last summer. Rules for obtaining a concealed carry permit vary county by county, as do the restrictions on where those guns can go.
HPR's Casey Harlow follows developments to protect the Ala Wai canal from catastrophic floods; Author shares perspectives on flooding and sea level rise; Oral history voices highlight the need to protect the natural world; Waimea artist creatively connects elements of land and sea
Hawaiʻi State Archives digitizes papers dating to the overthrow of the Hawaiian monarchy; Earth Day: NASA satellites shape our world; Oli, chants created to share mo’olelo, the story of our birds
The Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority struggles to find legislative backing; Celebrating the 200th anniversary of the second wave of American Protestant missionaries in Hawaiʻi; Creator shares the joys of Hamakua-grown, ginger syrup
The California Institute of Technology's Maunakea observatory decommission process; Neal Milner discusses the impact of COVID on The Long View; 'Iolani math team state winning streak champions
Hawaiʻi vies for a $1.2 billion federal energy grant; Local artist shares ancient canoe-making skills in New Zealand; a musical show Letters from Home
A population biologist shares a different perspective on the pandemic; Award-winning author and environmentalist featured at UH Speakers Series; and celebrating Alexander Cartwright Jr.'s 203rd birthday
Hawaiian Dredging's $3 billion contract yields local jobs; Kapiʻolani Sex Abuse Treatment Center supports Sexual Assault Awareness Month; Keck Observatory discovers black hole collisions
Honolulu Department of Transportation Services prepares for the rail's July opening; Activist supports autism awareness
Local resident Henk Rogers, who secured worldwide distribution rights to the Tetris game, shares the backstory to the fame and fortune as depicted in the new film "Tetris." He's also on a mission to use his influence to make a difference in the world's green energy future; and the beautiful sounds of the crimson honeycreeper in today's Manu Minute.
Dr. Kenneth Fink and his vision for the Hawaiʻi Department of Health; state's elected Republications cope with party divide; transporting ʻōhiʻa responsible for a devastating disease; teenage brothers organize sports equipment donation to Micronesia
Gov. Josh Green on the final weeks of the legislative session; HPR's Casey Harlow on the death of the conveyance tax bill; Standing Rock composers Raven Chacon and Candice Hopkins on art and protests; Local graphic illustrator R. Kikuo Johnson wins Whiting Award
Office of Hawaiian Affairs Rejects $100 million offer to stop high rise construction; Molokaʻi's transportation struggles and Mokulele Airlines; Court interpreter programs offer part-time job opportunities; Kumu Kahua Theater builds a local repertory theater
Hawaiʻi's Health Department reminds the public to remain vigilant during latest COVID surge; HPR's Kuʻuwehi Hiraishi discusses House Speaker Scott Saiki's compromise offer to OHA; The Merrie Monarch Hula Festival celebrates 60 years
Rep. Saiki discusses an offer to resolve the residential development controversy in Kaka‘ako Makai; a NOAA oceanographer shares what's in the Ocean Climate Action Plan; and Ko‘olau Distillery discusses the military's role in helping the business get off the ground
HPR's Sabrina Bodon tracks progress of Gov. Green nominations; Lānaʻi Culture and Heritage Center welcomes public back in person; Wild Growth: Surrealist Work from 1955 shines the spotlight on Ralph Iwamoto's solo NYC exhibit; Kamehameha School's song contest celebrates Hawaiʻi's paniolo history
Senate bill may open the door for Hawai'i's social workers; Playwright Lee Cataluna's anthology Flowers of Hawai'i; HPR's Casey Harlow on City Council Budget Cuts
We take a second listen to recent interviews we've done with people in the surfing world or with ties to the surfing community. The "Eddie" winner Luke Shepardson talks about his experience surfing monster waves; the first women to surf the Eddie reflect on their time in the water; and two social media influencers talk about how the sport is empowering women
HPR's Kuʻuwehi Hiraishi discusses the process to fill Kamehameha Schools trustee vacancy; Two royal societies open up about preserving history and legacy of Hawaiian aliʻi; Filmmaker Justin Chon shares insight into his new film showing at HIFF
Two military officers explain why they decided to sue the military over contamination in their drinking water; a local architect breaks down how a self-certification process on O‘ahu will help with the building permit backlog; and benevolent society Hale O Nā Aliʻi O Hawaiʻi talks about their origins and purpose
OSHA discusses its findings after inspecting the Navy's AFFF firefighting foam system at Red Hill; HPR's Sabrina Bodon shares how each county's mayor is approaching the housing crisis; Consolidated Theaters talks tiered pricing, subscription services; and the Ka‘ahumanu Society details its mission
HPR's Casey Harlow talks about a low income housing project that failed to advance in the Maui County Council; Leader in the Royal Order of Kamehameha shares the organization's mission; A local osteopath explains how the painful medical condition, endometriosis, affects women
Downtown lawmaker discusses how 'adaptive reuse' is more cost-effective; Lānaʻi Elementary talks to an astronaut in space via amateur radio; Tech Days of Spring connects technology students with educators and industry; Community leader shares the history of the Hawaiian Civic Club movement
The DPP director discusses the city's thoughts on converting office buildings to residences; HPR's Ku'uwehi Hiraishi gives an update on tensions over rent increases for Waiāhole Valley residents and farmers; the state Dept. of Agriculture calls for a state farm bill to supplement the federal farm bill; UH's Center for Oral History reflects on the health care worker experience during the pandemic; and a local storyteller details an upcoming retreat on Kauaʻi for storytellers
Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha on environmental racism and safe drinking water; Avalon Group fights housing codes for downtown adaptive reuse; The Long View on the ethics of imprisonment
The CDC Director discussed lessons learned during the pandemic; property developer Douglass Emmett shares how it turned an office building into apartment rentals; HPR's Sabrina Bodon breakdown how Lt. Gov. Luke plans to modernize her office; and the East-West Center discusses the importance of women in leadership roles
Mayor Blangiardi explains the Honolulu rail project; Architect Dean Sakamoto defines adaptive reuse; Pearl Harbor Shipyard Apprentice Program accepts applications
Rebroadcast of call-in show with guests U.S. Rep. Ed Case, former Hawaiʻi DLNR director William Aila Jr., and Pacific Rim Conservation's Lindsay Young discussing Kaʻena Point's designation as a National Heritage Area and stewarding the environment.
An infectious disease specialist reflects on the third anniversary of the start of the COVID-19 pandemic; HPR's Ku'uwehi Hiraishi takes a closer look at the nominee for DHHL head; the YWCA of Oʻahu details its Dress for Success program; and the author of a book on sugar cane plantation life shares its origins
Possible solutions to ongoing planning and permitting problems; Microbes hitchhiking across the Atlantic to the Pacific threaten Hawaiʻi corals; A new multimedia production honors the courageous soldiers of the 442nd Regimental Combat Team
Ten-year plan to remove 10,000 utility poles; Hawaiʻi Supreme Court rules on Maui vacation rental permits; HPR's Sabrina Bodon reports on homeless cancer patients; Talkback perspectives on Maui hate crime; history of 18th century Native Hawaiian woman explorer
State Attorney General details why Hawaii joined 46 states to demand TikTok comply with an investigation on deceptive practices; Hawaiʻi Tax Foundation gives insight on proposed family tax relief bills; Local music duo Keahiwai talks reuniting for an upcoming show and how the industry has changed in their 20 years apart
The Department of Health details what consumers should know about its recent data breach and provides an update on the status of the new State Hospital; Local ranchers share their challenges in the face of dwindling pastureland; and a Hawaiʻi filmmaking nonprofit discusses the importance of film in advancing gender equity
HPR's Ku'uwehi Hiraishi on Maui hate crime conviction context; National Slam the Scam Day and AARP's fraud network; The Year of the Dog shows for local charity fundraiser; Mauka to Makai, a photography book by Patrick Sullivan
A Hawaiʻi Island police captain discusses the community's growing concern over recent "gang" violence and bullying at Hilo schools; The city details the new public survey about its park ranger program; the 'A'o is the subject of today's Manu Minute; and Contributing Editor Neal Milner considers the emerging bloc of Millenial and Gen Z voters as the Baby Boomer generation retracts
Collective bargaining bills advance in the Legislature; Families react to Hilo youth gang threats; Polipoli Farms embraces traditional crops and methods; Hawaiʻi's poet laureate Brandy Nalani McDougall on how words heal
Environmentalist urges vigilant protection for Oʻahu aquifers; HPR's Casey Harlow highlights Honolulu mayor's proposed budget; An island daughter breaks glass ceiling as JABSOM dean; and women surfers honored for catching the big waves at The Eddie Aikau Invitational
We travel around the state to revisit stories we've done about making salt, or pa'akai. From Hanapēpē, Kaua‘i, to Kaka‘ako, to Molokai to Kona on Hawaiʻi Island. We end in Oʻahu with a Honolulu Theatre for Youth production about Hawaiʻi's special relationship with salt.
HPR's Ku'uwehi Hiraishi details a measure to put a time limit on community-based subsistence fishing areas; Lifeguard Luke Shepardson shares what's next after winning the 'Eddie;' The founder of virtual fitness program "Balance" shares how it caters to seniors
Author of a book about tyrants discusses their history over the past century; The National Weather Service shares how long our fierce winds will be around; HPR's Savannah Harriman-Pote dishes on efforts to help low-income families afford solar; and local musician Kimie Miner shares details about her new music mentorship program
The City of Honolulu talks about a new study to test for toxic PFAS in solid waste and wastewater; an Oahu attorney shares her thoughts on Black women in leadership; HPR's Sabrina Bodon details an animal control pilot project that may become permanent; and Andy Bumatai reflects on the evolution of Hawaii's comedy scene
Claros Technologies shares its method for treating toxic P-FAS chemicals in landfills; nonprofit WAI talks about a program that creates jobs helping to eliminate cesspools; Hui O Ka Wai Ola discusses new water monitoring programs on Maui; and HPR's Casey Harlow shares some goodbyes to Aloha Stadium
A documentary filmmaker discusses Okinawa residents dealing with toxic chemicals in their drinking water; HPR's Savannah Harriman-Pote breaks down a bill to build a second garbage-to-energy plant on Oʻahu; Hawaiʻi Pacific Health shares details about a new Teen Resiliency Program; and Hawaiʻi's Film Commissioner discuss progress in our local industry
U.S. Sen. Mazie Hirono gives her perspective on military issues affecting Hawaiʻi and the Pacific; AIA Honolulu talks about trends in the building and design landscape; a UH student discusses the difference between learning Hawaiian in the past and today; and the creator of NPR's Tiny Desk Concert shares how he finds new talent for the series
U.S. Rep. Jill Tokuda provides an update on her first few weeks in office and the committees she will work on; HPR reporter Casey Harlow details several bills looking to change conveyance tax laws; Editor Neal Milner discusses the forgotten history of head injuries in sports; and a visual storyteller describes how using a polar bear puppet raises awareness of climate change
Hospitality expert reviews resiliency of timeshares; HPR's Sabrina Bodon examines legislation affecting emergency dispatchers; HPU professor delves into little-known history of Black WW II soldiers stationed in Hawaiʻi
Nonprofits Face Financial Crisis: A roundtable talk with Parents and Children Together, EPIC ʻOhana, Child & Family Service
Nominee pulls out of consideration to head Department of Hawaiian Home Lands; LA eatery is something to Yelp about; A song contest celebrates the Hawaiian language; Maui cyclist pedals to raise money for nonprofit assisting families with children
Former Gov. Neil Abercrombie reflects on whether the OHA Kakaʻako Makai settlement ought to be renegotiated; Maui County's mayor shares plans to address community needs; HPR's Savannah Harriman-Pote talks about hydropower as an energy source; and Hawaiʻi's Public Access Room supports public participation in lawmaking
Hawaiʻi House Speaker Scott Saiki discusses a bill to allow OHA to develop residential units in Kakaʻako Makai; Hawaiʻi County's mayor shares his priorities for the new year; HPR's Sabrina Bodon gives a snapshot of midwifery in the islands; and Hawaiʻi Opera Theatre talks about its 'Elixir of Love' production
State Sen. Sharon Moriwaki discusses the toxic waste beneath the pavement in Kakaʻako Makai; HPR's Casey Harlow details a proposal to streamline affordable housing projects; the Hawaii Association of the Blind prepares for its upcoming annual convention; and the writer of the play iHula talks about its genesis
Kaua‘i Mayor Derek Kawakami discusses working with the governor and state lawmakers to address county concerns; community activists talk about whether lawmakers should allow residential development in Kakaʻako Makai; and a UH agriculture professor shares the results of a survey on the public's perception of farming in Hawaiʻi
Political economist discusses growing Chinese-American tension; Lawmakers discuss a bill to reverse the ban on Kakaʻako Makai highrise development; New hotline provides connection to alleviate stress after natural disasters; Animal rescue highlights the importance of spay and neutering
Honolulu Mayor Blangiardi outlines his plans for two major issues — a new landfill and staffing shortages; Contributing Editor Neal Milner highlights varying results of gun control laws; HPR's Savannah Harriman-Pote examines bills funding the fight against invasive species; Professional musicians in tandem with UH students prepare for a series of contemporary Korean concerts
HPR reporter Sabrina Bodon covers gun bills about 'Sensitive Places'; National taskforce seeks to eradicate systemic abuse in soccer; UH research targets Avocado Lace Bug integrated pest management; Pilot program tests effectiveness of digitized agricultural survey forms
Sustainable Molokaʻi shares how it's able to keep control of egg prices on the island; Adela's Country Eatery discusses being named a top restaurant by Yelp; HPR's Casey Harlow breaks down the conflict over a Mānoa affordable housing project; the author of a book about former slave Betsey Stockton talks about her influence on education in Hawaii
University of Hawaiʻi building honors botanist Isabella Abbott and inspires research; Hawaiʻi Pacific University Oceanic Institute and community groups restore ecosystem; Waimānalo Limu Hui foster limu patches; limu survey of Kaho'olawe measures military damage
Kaiser Permanente Hawaii discusses its programs to attract more people into the nursing profession; HPR reporter Sabrina Bodon talks about new legislative bills addressing juvenile offenders; and a former HPR reporter shares how starting her career in the islands led to a lifetime in public media
Hawaiʻi Nurses' Association reverses position on reciprocal state license; 442nd regiment's 80th anniversary; Big Island student project improves roadway safety for drivers and animals; the origins of the musical trio ʻUheʻuhene
The FBI detail sextortion and other scams in the islands; a Molokaʻi farmer shares some of the impacts of recent storms and flooding; HPR reporter Kuʻuwehi Hiraishi spotlights a Native Hawaiian girls soccer team; and The Popolo Project discusses an upcoming film festival and Black history in Hawaiʻi
The Federal Bureau of Investigation seeks the public's help in public corruption cases; Scientists scrutinize Hanauma Bay management; HPR reporter Casey Harlow details the governor's homeless proclamation; and Maui-native Jason Baum vies for another Grammy
Hawaiʻi's lieutenant governor discusses increasing broadband internet across the state; HPR reporter Casey Harlow looks at housing and homeless priorities for lawmakers; the State's Climate Coalition talks about reducing carbon emissions; and local actors share the story behind their shows honoring poet Paul Lawrence Dunbar
Contributing Editor Neal Milner highlights worries over increased AI use in higher education; new DOT director focuses on road safety and increasing the information highway; HPR reporter Kuʻuwehi Hiraishi details proposals at the state Legislature that affect Native Hawaiians; Oʻahu's Neighborhood Board Commission seeks local candidates
HPR reporter Sabrina Bodon looks at more reactions to Gov. Green's State of the State address; the State's toxicologist discussed toxic PFAs found in a Kunia water well; Pacific Business News shares its beginnings and how it's looking ahead; and Kīpuka O Ke Ola health clinic discusses its Ulu Laukahi health and wellness program for Native Hawaiians
Gov. Josh Green delivers his first address after taking office and outlines priorities; 120th anniversary of Korean workers to Hawaiʻi’s plantations; local author Jessica Machado discusses the local identity
U.S. Rep. Ed Case, a former Hawaiʻi DLNR director, and a conservation director discuss efforts to protect Kaʻena Point and reflect on changes to the popular recreation area.
The lieutenant governor details her $200 million preschool plan; HPR reporter Casey Harlow looks at the allocation of funds for public school teachers and students; the WHIAANHPI executive director discusses the national plan that helps Native Hawaiians with housing and efforts to stop Asian-American hate; the UH Oral History Project reflects on changes along Oʻahu's North Shore
The EPA gives an update on the Red Hill spills ahead of a public input meeting; the new DHHL director discusses future housing projects; a local architect shares details of the work to care for the Royal Mausoleum of Hawaii at Mauna’ala; HPR's Ku'uwehi Hiraishi looks closer at Native Hawaiian organizations tapping into federal funds to combat gender-based violence
The Tax Foundation of Hawaii discusses the 2023 tax landscape; HPR reporter Sabrina Bodon takes a closer look at freshman state lawmakers' proposals and priorities; Hui Iwi Kuamo‘o discusses the anniversary of the overthrow and iwi kūpuna; the GM of a Kauaʻi luxury hotel talks regenerative tourism and sustainability
The U.S. Deputy Secretary of Energy praises Hawaiʻi's leadership; Preparing Abigail Kawānanakoa's final resting place; Kanaloa Octopus Farm plans a rebrand
UH's VP of Research and Innovation shares how multi-million dollar research grants impact the state's economy; HPR reporter Casey Harlow details a proposed gambling bill from local lawmakers; the owner of the world’s only seahorse farm shares the keys to rearing the native species; and a local author discusses a new anthology of essays from women of color
Splendid Table's Francis Lam reveals what local dishes he's excited to try when he's in Hawaiʻi; Contributing Editor Neal Milner discusses the limits of a new drug approved to treat Alzheimer's disease; a Big Island abalone farmer discusses developing the local market; and a local author talks making chocolate in Hawaiʻi
HPR reporter Sabrina Bodon talks about law enforcement efforts in Waikiki; Blue Ocean Barns discusses commercializing limu to help cut methane gas from cows; A local author with an audio-graphic memory talks about his first book Concrete Rainbow; and The Lānaʻi Culture and Heritage Center discusses a new virtual exhibit featuring the changing landscapes of the island
U.S. Rep. Jill Tokuda shares what she did during her first official day on the job; A local author discusses the history of Mauna 'Ala where Hawaiʻi's ali'i are buried; A Big Island seaweed startup shares its hopes for reducing worldwide methane emissions; HPR's Jayna Omaye discusses the return of cultural festivals
A geologist discusses the significance of the most recent Kīlauea eruption; BLNR chair nominee shares what she brings to the department; and Diamond Head Theatre ED talks about how their new theater improves the audience's experience
A former State Health Director suggests one option for future use of the Red Hill storage facility; a cardiologist discusses heart-related risks for athletes in contact sports; a former NFL player discusses the pressures of expectation put on high-profile athletes
University of Hawaiʻi President David Lassner looks back at 2022 and reflects on the future of Aloha Stadium, the workforce, and the economy; HPR News Director Bill Dorman discusses Asia-Pacific travel and the impact and challenge of China's travelers; Scientist combines his love for the violin with volcanology
The Hawaii Ag director discusses awarding nearly $3 million in micro-grants statewide; HPR reporter Sabrina Bodon takes a closer look at the mission of Hawaii's new Office of Wellness and Resilience; and leaders from a Big Island nonprofit talk empowering women in business
Musicians Mark Yim and Bobby Hall on Peter Moon and the Hawaiian music scene; Musician Robert Cazimero and the changing soundtrack of Waikīkī
New landfill site needed for Oʻahu's trash; reflections on military missteps and the Red Hill crisis; protecting pets over New Year's weekend; Big Island family bakery business
Health care company staffing crisis leads to displaced kūpuna; The Long View talks about the idea of home; A future doctor develops a heart health app; Hawaiʻi Island musician expresses her identity and musical truth
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service strong efforts to save Hawaiʻi's endangered birds; UH Hilo explores solutions to help native bird species; Peace Summit Medal winner hopes for peace on the Korean peninsula; Hana hou interview of singer-songwriter Ron Artis II who returns home for 2023 show
A local mixologist reflects on the career of Blue Hawaii inventor Harry Yee and gives tips on holiday cocktails; Islander Sake Brewery reflects on its first two years in business and making it through the pandemic; A Kaimukī fishmonger promotes community and food security; and a local entrepreneur brings new snacks to a new generation
Hilo Medical Center's CEO discusses how it would use the state's proposed $50 million investment; HPR reporter Savannah Harriman-Pote shares how far some people will go to save native species; Homesharing Hawaiʻi's director talks about homesharing; and a UH botanist discusses how coastal cesspools impacts limu growth
Red Hill deficiencies at fuel facility spur EPA's order of consent with Navy; Oral history project highlights WWII Japanese incarceration; Did a shark attack a Kīhei deer?; Grim future ahead for Hawaiʻi's endemic birds; New seaweed survey focuses on Kahoʻolawe limu
Hawaiʻi County Civil Defense discusses the aftermath of the recent storm that hit the Big Island and Maui; UH's Esports Director shares what being named the nation's top collegiate program means to the school; Waimānalo Limu Hui talks about efforts to restore a turtle pond and revive limu growth in the area; Islander Sake Brewery reflects on its first two years in business and making it through the pandemic
Gov. Josh Green names health care staff shortage, high costs-of-living among budget priorities; A lawsuit alleges that Parker Ranch is responsible for damage to homes and property incurred during the 2021 Mana Road Fire; How to make a lei out of limu
Snapshot of a new report about childcare tax credits lowering poverty levels; University of Hawaiʻi office marks 50 years of diversity and higher education access; Hawaiʻi Pacific University pursuing seaweed research with federal funds; A Kaimukī fishmonger promotes community and food security
Guitarist John Cruz reminisces about his creative journey; ʻUkulele virtuoso Taimane discusses her new album; Educators help Moloka'i students record award-winning album; Children and seniors of a town in France honor the 442nd regiment;
Hawaiʻi County police chief candidates and selection process challenge; Organ and tissue donors help mainland transplant patients; Growth and evolution of the local high school football talent pool
The U.S. Department of Justice contends with the high volume of January 6 insurrection cases; Kakaʻako sinkhole will not delay rail project; Former Honolulu City Council chair snags the top job at the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands; ʻĀina Paikai's film on Hawaiian activist and musician George Helm hopes for Oscar nomination
The Chair of the State Senate Ways and Means Committee discusses the recent hearings over the botched awarding of the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority marketing contract; the USGS shares what it might mean now that both the Maunaloa and Kīlauea eruptions have stopped; and a Hawaiʻi Island backcountry hiker talks about his experiences trekking around the Maunaloa area
The passing of Abigail Kawānanakoa is announced on the steps of ʻIolani Palace; the State reminds Hawaiʻi Island homeowners to review their insurance policy in light of the Maunaloa eruption; and two Big Island conservation scientists talk about their experience working on a film for The Pope
Department of Transportation Ed Sniffen declares Maunaloa has slowed enough to make viewing route safe; Lanihuli Kanahele of the Kanaka'ole Foundation explains cultural significance of Pele and Maunaloa; Hawaiʻi Theater for Youth presents The Pa'akai We Bring
Board of Water Supply leaders share updates on efforts to clean up the toxic foam spill at Red Hill; A geologist revisits past Maunaloa eruptions and the evolution of studying eruptions; and Sea Salts of Hawaii explains how their business turns seawater into salt
Mayor Mitch Roth offers suggestions for Maunaloa visitors; Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation senior officials meet in Hawaiʻi, affirming U.S. interest in Asia-Pacific's future; Story of a whole salt farm on Molokaʻi
Maunaloa vog and healthcare strategies; Kakaʻako's history of salt and commerce; Real-life Rosie the Riveter attends Pearl Harbor National Memorial anniversary
How to view Maunaloa eruption safetly; former Civil Defense vice director on Maunaloa and its history of military use; gun bill to protect sensitive places on Oʻahu; Hanapēpē, Kauaʻi's unique salt flats
The Conversation's hana hou show discusses how a Big Island Fentanyl Task Force notes high rate of fentanyl abuse and the need to warn youth; a grieving parent of a 14-year-old who died from fentanyl resolves to help others; an executive director of High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area reveals threat of fentanyl; how Drug Enforcement Agency emphasizes public education on fentanyl; Kauaʻi foundation director's take on substance abuse
Navy toxic foam leaked at Red Hill; Eruption impact on National Park Service; Scientists evacuate Maunaloa observatory; Young activists host climate forum at Hawai'i State Capitol
Maunaloa lava flow moves closer to Saddle Road; Office of Hawaiian Affairs renames Kaka'ako Makai to Hakuone to signal new plans; The Long View on rising crime rates
Back to the drawing board on a controversial multi-million dollar tourism market contract; Katie Mulliken has the view from Maunaloa; Sustainability at Chaminade University; Big Island entrepreneur Paige Brattin brings kid-friendly eye patches to market
Maunaloa erupts after nearly 40 years; Covid case numbers and the Pacific Islander community; Ballet Hawai'i's homecoming for ballerina Courtney Schenberger
Latest on the Honolulu rail project; Efforts to curb substance abuse amongst young people on Kauaʻi; What's hot in holiday cocktails
Military families looking forward to a fuel-free holiday season recall Red Hill experience; 9-1-1 calls increase and Honolulu Emergency Medical Services Director Dr. Jim Ireland reports on recovery of Jeff Wilkinson and the challenges facing paramedics and emergency medical technicians; Kay Howe reveals her family's journey dealing with rat lungworm disease in book: Year of the Rat
Oʻahu Water Protectors and the Sierra Club of Hawaiʻi reflect on the one year anniversary of the first reports of fuel detected in the military's water system; a newly formed non-profit hopes to establish a cat sanctuary on Oʻahu modeled after the one on Lanai; and First Lady Dawn discusses her experience over the last eight years.
Hawaiʻi Green Growth reflects on why action plans and blueprints to slow down climate change are essential; a graduate of UH's Ethnomusicology program discusses rallying support to keep it from closing; and the director of Hawaiʻi Children's Theater's musical Seussical talks about working with children and the return of live theater to Kauaʻi.
Fentanyl is the latest drug to make its way to Hawaiʻi; UH Oral History Project covers Hawaiʻi's Republican party; Nordic solution to address housing problems; Kōkua Kalihi Valley gains national recognition
Hawai'i’s health care staffing crisis needs long-term solution; Office of Elections investigates possible voter fraud; trailblazing New Zealand movie star Rena Owen wins Hawai'i International Film Festival's Pasifika Award
Kauaʻi prisons roll out community transition program; Jewelry business Depot Market helps autistic professionals; Sam Choy's newest cookbook focuses on ʻulu
Queen Lili’uokalani's portrait heads to Washington for exhibition; Family resource centers set up in public schools; Women build community and self-acceptance through surf and social media; Opera singer discusses evolution of the art form and gives master class.
Veterans of Chinese descent have Congressional Gold Medal ceremony; Filipino Veterans Recognition Education Project aims to share stories of valor; 442nd soldier's class ring recovered in France; Island connections with Alaskan veterans
Gov. David Ige reflects on past and future; Storycorps Military Voices Initiative reveals painful truths; Big Island cowboy talks about the ranching heritage
Longtime political analysts Dan Boylan and Richard Boreca break down the election; Town of Bruyere, France thanks soldiers from 442nd and 100th Battalion for World War II liberation; New play celebrates life of Hedy Lamar, actress and inventor
Voter turnout on Hawaiʻi's Election Day; County clerks about election preparations; How ADHD shows up in girls; Science and art exhibit emphasizes ocean conservation
Kūhiō Lewis, CEO of the Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement, discusses the contract dispute with the Hawaiʻi Visitors and Convention Bureau; Hawaiʻi Chief Election Officer Scott Nago gives a snapshot of Election Day; HPR's Casey Harlow on why the school board is appointed; Kekama Amona debuts his film at Hawaiʻi International Film Festival
Lt. Gov. Josh Green outlines his strategy for the upcoming general election; former punk rock musician turned spoken word artist Henry Rollins discusses getting older; local actress Lindsay Watson shares her experience working on a new film about a historical event on Kauaʻi; and a documentary short film director talks about the whirlwind of wins he's experienced since his film's release
Hawaiʻi Department of Education faces high energy costs; Republican candidate Duke Aiona outlines campaign priorities; Kainoa Daines's research process for Island Wisdom; Mid-Pacific Institute's dancers and professional success.
Navy submits plans to shutter the underground Red Hill fuel facility; Sylvia Luke steps away from state House to run for lieutenant governor; The Long View spotlights mid-term elections and voting
Raising community awareness about fentanyl; Candidate Joe Akana in the running for U.S. House District 2 seat; Environmental activism spurs artistic creativity; Musician shares unique voice shaped by ethnic diversity
Food bank supplies hit by inflation; Jill Tokuda runs for U.S. Congressional District 2; Halloween Hallowbaloo festival in Chinatown; After dark at the Honolulu Zoo and master storyteller Lopaka Kapanui
Lessons from the 60th anniversary of the Cuban missile crisis; U.S. Rep. candidate Conrad Kress; Exploring plumeria in Koko Crater Botanical Garden; Debut children's author Shane Petosa-Sigel
Unpacking fuel lines at the Red Hill; U.S. Rep. Ed Case on his bid for reelection; Maui plumeria farm expands export business; Native Hawaiian leaders share their connection to Kahoʻolawe and aloha ʻāina
Plumeria threatened by destructive insect; Maui Mayor Mike Victorino runs for a second term; Science writer's book examines coal reefs
New state advisory committee addresses accessibility barriers when casting ballots for Hawaiʻi’s mail-in elections; Top vote-getter Rick Bissen talks about his bid to be Maui's next mayor; Love for plumeria spurs horticulturist on decades of research
Former Honolulu councilmember and polio survivor on living with polio; History of polio vaccine; Hawaiʻi polio immunization rates; Remembering First Lady and polio survivor
Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi vows crackdown on illegal vacation rentals; Domestic Violence Awareness month reminder: Everyone Knows Someone; Polio survivors reveal brave stories
Residents suffer from water line breaks on the Navy water system; Kauaʻi mayoral candidate Michael Roven Poai; We revisit a story from HPR's Sleep Week about the sleep habits of zoo animals
We learn about the Great Hawaiʻi ShakeOut, part of a global earthquake drill; Kauaʻi Mayor Derek Kawakami runs for a second term; On The Long View, Neal Milner examines generational differences and the Internet; Saffron Finch on Manu Minute
Foremost Maunaloa geological expert says the volcano is "re-awakening;" Maui County Council incumbent on the role of social justice in politics; Educator offers resources for students with dyslexia
Discovery of a native species thought to be extinct; Maui County Council candidate Buddy Nobriga; Hana hou a visit to sustainable farming in the loʻi
State moves to block auction of Hawaiian flag; Documentary on the story behind Title IX; Potential Hawaiʻi first lady discusses top issues for the state
Kauaʻi filmmaker set to make documentary about Bhutan; Hawai'i County Council candidate Jenn Kagiwada; potential Hawaiʻi first lady Vivian Aiona.
UH doctor volunteers in Ukraine; Hawaiʻi County Council District 2 candidate Matthias Kusch; Former Hawaiʻi first lady Jean Ariyoshi discusses tree planting campaign
State health department monitors military plans to unpack fuel at the Red Hill facility; Hawaiʻi's paddling community prepares to host the World Sprints in 2024; HPR's Sabrina Bodon examines upcoming Honolulu ballot questions; Ukulele virtuoso Taimane shares new music from latest release "HAWAIKI"
Response to Navy's move to defuel Red Hill; Molokaʻi Hoe 70th anniversary brings changes; Kaimuki Middle School STEM program in the running for the Yass prize; Hana hou of Marilyn Moniz on the 50th anniversary of Title IX
Red light cameras installed at Honolulu intersections; Women's crew team will compete at the Head of the Charles; Native Hawaiian organizations steward Hawaiʻi's historic places; Starla Marie shares her new music
Japanese honeymooning tourists stay away; Honolulu Board of Water Supply gives rebates for toilets; Hawaii Brain Injury Association promotes strong support network; French classical piano concert
Hawaiʻi County Mayor Mitch Roth discusses Waipiʻo Valley access; Neuropsychologist and father of former NFL player on brain injury and prevention; Rally to support free speech; Author sets middle book in Fort Shafter
Hawaiʻi Island community members share differing outlooks on conservation and public access to Waipi'o Valley; Multi-agency strike force nets over 13,000 pounds of illegal fireworks; Reviewing upcoming county ballot questions; Ocean awareness training helps participants understand marine environment
The outgoing dean of the University of Hawaiʻi John A. Burns School of Medicine reflects on past accomplishments and lays out future; Student need for mental health counseling grows; Oʻahu author on the challenges of writing historical fiction
Today on The Conversation, we're revisiting stories that reveal young people's perspectives on health and culture in Hawaiʻi.
Hospitality industry continues to tread water during transitional phase; The National Association for REITs increases island presence; Child care providers share challenges facing the industry; The Hawaiʻi Book and Music Festival kicks off this weekend
Hawaiʻi Department of Health discusses fines issued to Navy over waste water; State senator discusses Aloha Stadium project; Storyteller helps people to be seen; Manu Minute focuses on red junglefowl.
Local economist talks inflation and recession jitters; HPR's Sabrina Bodon looks over the 15 ballot proposal questions for Maui County voters; Documentary director and author share their work on bringing the story of Hawaiʻi's snails to the limelight; Diamond Head Theatre's artistic director shares the history behind Ruger Theatre
Lt. Gov. Josh Green shares his perspective on the future of the Aloha Stadium Entertainment District after Gov. Ige opted to explore other options; The Mauna Kea Hui talks about environmental justice on the mountain; UH's VP for Academic Strategy discusses the university's draft strategic plan; Komen Hawaii talks about a change in emphasis ahead of an upcoming breast cancer fundraising event
Gubernatorial candidate Duke Aiona and central Oʻahu community leaders share their reactions to Governor Ige's change in plans for the New Aloha Stadium Entertainment District; and writer-producer Susan Stanton shares what it takes to succeed in the television industry
Federal and State health officials are renewing efforts to survey families affected by the Red Hill water crisis; New University of Hawaiʻi oral history project shares life stories of resilience; Researchers tap into the intelligence of honeybees; The Hawaiʻi Geek Meet unites curious people who love to share what they're passionate about
Hawaiʻi Foodservice Alliance talks food insecurities, upcoming Ag conference; HPR reporter Kuʻuwehi Hiraishi breaks down the impact of Hawaiian language influencers on social media; Manu Minute features the song - or is it the cackle? - of the Erckel's francolin; and the director of UH's new theatre production discusses what it means to be Asian in 2022
Head of nurses union discuss becoming a compact nursing state to deal with nursing shortage; Supply issues continue to challenge the auto industry; Local filmmaker premieres historical drama The Wind and the Reckoning at the Boston Film Festival
A former HPR producer now living in London shares the mood of the city as mourning for Queen Elizabeth II draws to a close; the Healthcare Association of Hawaii addresses the shutdown of an air ambulance company and Hawaiʻi's healthcare worker shortage; HPR reporter Casey Harlow talks to Honolulu's new DPP director; and Seabury Hall's creative arts center turns 10
For today's Conversation, we're taking a beach day and revisiting a few of our favorite stories that take place on the ocean.
HPR's President and General Manager Jose Fajardo shares an update on his condition and discusses current ALS research; UH Foundation President talks about his organization's record-setting fundraising year; Head of the Hawaii Youth Climate Coalition shares his thoughts on climate change policy; Comedian and Honolulu Councilmember Augie Tulba discusses balancing serving the people and making them laugh
The role of firm renewable generation in the future of our power grid; Nominees for the new Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority; Former Hawaiʻi first lady recalls hosting Queen Elizabeth II — with only four days' notice
The head of the Kona Coffee Farmers Association provides an update on the 2022 crop and lawsuit settlement; Kauaʻi Police Department shares its thoughts on concealed and open carry firearms in Hawaiʻi; a retired nonprofit executive shares her story about living life with polio; Three photographers featured in a new exhibit share the origins of their pieces and passion for photography.
A hospitality industry consultant discusses whether Japanese visitor numbers will improve; Oʻahu's Destination Manager gives an update on the rollout of the plan to better manage visitor numbers; HPR reporter Casey Harlow discusses how Honolulu will move forward with permitting; and the daughter of a man who survived Hurricane Iniki at sea shares her father's story
Early numbers on returning kolea amid concerns of avian flu; The inspiration behind a new and expansive floral exhibition at the Honolulu Museum of Art; Ethnomusicologists investigate the role Hawaiian music plays in mental well-being of students on Moloka‘i
HPR's Ian Capps reflects on his memories of Great Britain's Queen Elizabeth II; Local broadcaster Emme Tomimbang shares the life of polio survivor and former Hawaiʻi First Lady Beatrice Burns; NOAA discusses the risk of Hawaiʻi marine life contracting avian flu; and the leaders of a Polynesian agroforestry pilot project on the Big Island talk about akamai agriculture
Taxi drivers look for relief as the city considers meter rate hikes; Documentary director takes another look at the 2013 catfishing scandal involving former professional football player Manti Te'o; Getting up close and personal with great white sharks
A retired Air Force general and former assistant secretary of state says tensions over Taiwan are more than a U.S.-China issue; Steps to protect yourself in the case of catastrophic flooding; How to make bicycling accessible
Ahead of Labor Day, we're revisiting a few of our favorite conversations with folks who have some pretty cool jobs.
TheBus shares data from its free ride campaign last week; Immunization official concerned over dropping polio vaccination rates; Marking the end of coal with a look at its history; Improv Hawaii celebrates 10 years of creating comedy in the moment
Environmental Protection Agency official discusses Hawaiʻi's environmental issues; Enduring legacy of polio research and vaccines; Downtown Honolulu going along with the ebb and flow of change
A citizen group's lawsuit against the Navy over Red Hill adds new plaintiffs; Hawaiʻi's long history as a youth baseball powerhouse; Local musicians come together to honor the late radio host Harry B. Sorio
A former councilmember and polio survivor reflects on the life-long disease as the polio virus rebounds in the U.S.; Military families are concerned about the long-term health consequences of contaminated water; How to be a stunt performer
New survey data from the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority shows kamaʻāina feelings on high visitor count; Ironman returns to Kona after hiatus; We find out what happens at the Honolulu Zoo after the sun goes down
Japan's relaxed travel restrictions bring hope to the Honolulu Marathon; The Small Business Administration meets up with small business owners on Maui; A deep dive into the nights of an insomniac; Selling more land from the Liliʻuokalani Trust
What to know about applying for a grant for your home garden; Two new charter schools kick off the new school year; The impact of sleep deprivation on shift workers; An art exhibit goes beyond generational divides
Hawaiʻi's largest health insurer changes its strategy coming out of the pandemic; Hele-On provides resources to troubled youth on the Big Island; Learning about the impact of sleep on the immune system; New movie about surfer Joey Cabell debuts
The new president of the East-West Center steps up amidst heightened tensions in the Asia-Pacific; Assessing sleep deprivation in college students as the school year starts; Talking with the world's oldest surfing dog; A hukilau educates hundreds about Hawaiian culture
For today's Hana Hou show, we catch up on our summer reading with interviews from local writers.
Maui Visitors Bureau updates us on the Destination Management Action Plan; Clearway Energy Group opens a large-scale solar farm in Mililani; Island Treasures Art Gallery closes after over 30 years; Native American jazz singer Julia Keefe prepares for a performance on the Big Island
The Hawaiʻi Republican Party chair looks back on the primary election; Hawaiʻi Island's visitor bureau head discusses the pandemic slump and recovery; Contributing Editor Neal Milner explains the power of neighborhoods on economic opportunities
An update on the Leilani wildfire on the leeward side of the Big Island; DOT launches its Beat the School Jam campaign to keep students and drivers safe; Regenerative tourism on the Garden Isle; The Democratic Party gears up for the general election
Democratic rivals promise unity after heated primary election; The millions of dollars super PACs funneled into the election; Managing overtourism on Kauaʻi; Celebrating National Elvis Week
Chief Election Officer Scott Nago talks preparations and predictions for the primary election; Treating Hawaiʻi's wastewater across Oʻahu; Boosting local garlic production; Local comedian Kermet Apio gets ready for his upcoming show
The 'Mayor of Urchin City' gives a guided tour of the hatchery; How higher education strengthen ties to Native roots; Kumu Hula Patrick Makuakane debuts new production "Mahu"
The Harris Group describes the impact of inflation on Hawaiʻi's bars and restaurants; Adela's Country Eatery adds ulu, kalo, and moringa to specialty noodles; Honokaʻa High School offers alternative modes of learning to Big Island students; Comedian Tig Notaro prepares for upcoming Honolulu show
Inside the EPA's $100,000 fine against DLNR for cesspool violations; U.S. Rep. Kai Kahele brings his politics from Washington to Hawaiʻi; A local entrepreneur brings new snacks to a new generation
The State Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Commission works to bring more climate-preserving resources to Hawaiʻi; Lt. Gov. Josh Green eyes the governor seat; Empowering students to pursue a future in STEM
The Board of Water Supply detects contamination in a Moanalua monitoring well; Businesswoman Vicky Cayetano takes on the gubernatorial race; U.S. Postal Service debuts stamps honoring marine life; Comedian Jo Koy shows his love for Filipino American families in new film
The expanded conservation efforts to protect the Koʻolau watershed; Former Lt. Gov. Duke Aiona urges for a two-party system as he runs for governor; Growing tropical sea urchins with cryo-preserved embryos
The Long View looks into community resiliency during Covid; The founder of Local Motion pivots from business to public service in the race for lieutenant governor; Local museum spotlights Hawaiʻi's Black History
Designing the new international processing center at Kona International Airport; Former head of the Hawaiʻi Chamber of Commerce Sherry Menor-McNamara vies for her chance to become lieutenant governor; In-person voting for the primary election begins
An Environment Hawaiʻi journalist shares how she led the FBI to the Big Island affordable housing case; Democratic House Finance Chair Sylvia Luke takes on the lieutenant governor race; Public school students head back to class
The efforts of the DLNR to control the wild goat population on Hawaiʻi Island; Former Councilmember Ikaika Anderson vies for lieutenant governor position; One of the first female pilots for Hawaiian Airlines reflects on her career
The Honolulu Department of Planning and Permitting struggles with a staff shortage; Businessman Keith Amemiya on the tight race for lieutenant governor; AES receives its final shipment of coal
This summer marked the 20th anniversary of a landmark First Amendment Supreme Court case; Small business owner and CD2 candidate Joe Logan resolves to fix problems; The virtual Hawaii Conservation Alliance conference gathers to protect biodiversity
Three more people were charged in an affordable housing scheme on Hawaiʻi Island; Former state Senate Ways and Means Chair Jill Tokuda has her sights set on the CD2 seat; The Makaha Learning Center works to provide young people with job opportunities
State Rep. Patrick Branco tells us what he would bring to U.S. Congress; New passport services available at Ala Moana Satellite City Hall; Assessing coastal erosion after historic south shore swell
With the new school year just around the corner, we checked in with DOE Superintendent Keith Hayashi and BOE Chair Bruce Voss. They answered your questions about masking, mental health, and the teacher shortage.
UHERO economist examines inflation and economic shortages; "Parks for People" seeks to bring families back to ʻAʻala Park; Introducing Season 3 of Ari Daniel's environmental BirdNote podcast "Threatened"
Rogerene Arce takes charge as the first director of agriculture on Maui; Hui Makaʻāinana o Makana creates community-based regulations at Hāʻena State Park; State to celebrate the first Sovereignty Restoration Day
Big Island officials assess coastal damage after this weekend's surf surge; The Daughters of Hawaiʻi work to save Hulihe'e Palace from the south swell; DLNR improves Diamond Head hike by capping visitors and increasing entrance fees
Two sailors injured in war exercises at RIMPAC; After-school programs assuage learning loss from the pandemic; Finding sustainable solutions to wastewater management
Former FBI Agent and principal of Damien Memorial School on the aftermath of a burglary at the school; The significance of the Supreme Court's limits on the EPA; A local artist shares the story behind her new children's book
Pearl Harbor historian shares his memories of the former Japan Prime Minister Shinzo Abe; Geochemists prepare for the foremost international convention of the year; A local photographer uses art to start a conversation about climate change
HPR reporter Sabrina Bodon discusses two bills Gov. David Ige vetoed on Tuesday; Hawaiʻi FoundHer talks about the upcoming mentorship opportunity for women-owned businesses; State DLNR shares more on their effort to use mosquito birth control to save endangered birds; The U.S. Forest Service and USGS discuss the recovery of an ʻōhiʻa forest on the Big Island
The Department of Hawaiian Home Lands receives $600 million in state funding; The new BA.5 variant takes hold in Hawaiʻi hospitals; HART CEO Lori Kahikina talks about the future of the Honolulu rail project
The legacy of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe; HART prepares for a rocky road for the Honolulu rail; Restaurants continue to face challenges due to the pandemic
The threat of nuclear blackmail to the Pacific; Labor activists fighting for better working conditions at call centers in the Philippines; Recognizing a Hale Pili builder
Listener reaction from our show with Board of Water Supply Chief Engineer Ernie Lau; Midterm elections are top of mind on The Long View; Kauaʻi utility will expand its footprint; A new documentary spotlights noted surfer Gerry Lopez
Last week, the Navy released an official report on the Red Hill fuel leak. It detailed the leadership and maintenance failures that resulted in two catastrophic fuel leaks throughout 2021. The Conversation sat down with Board of Water Supply Chief Engineer Ernie Lau to talk about the findings.
We welcome Honolulu Police Chief Arthur “Joe” Logan for an hour-long discussion. Join us for a candid discussion on healing public trust, permits to carry guns in public, the realities of being an officer, and other top-of-mind issues.
Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority faces opposition to contract with Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement; Bringing back hula kiʻi; High schoolers showcase ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi in History Day competition
The significance of abortion in Native Hawaiian culture; Modernizing military infrastructure to facilitate clean energy; Jay Griffin steps down as chair of Public Utilities Commission
Gov. David Ige targets 30 bills for potential veto; State tax collector explains the effect the gas tax holiday may have on the state; First keiki vaccine clinics open
Anti-abortion advocate reacts to Roe v. Wade decision; Nobel Peace Prize laureate and journalist on the new president-elect of the Philippines; Revoking building permit for Kaimukī monster home
We’re celebrating 50 years of Title IX as we remember the legacy of Patsy Takemoto Mink. What does gender equity look like today? We are specifically looking at athletics in lower and higher education in Hawaiʻi with guests Lois Manin, University of Hawaiʻi Associate Athletics Director, and Wookie Kim, ACLU of Hawaiʻi Legal Director.
What pet owners should know about the unusual rabbit deaths on a Maui farm; "Bring Your 'Ohana Home" initiative supports those who cannot afford bail; Navigating your next job search
The FDA approves COVID-19 vaccines for keiki; Goals to cut carbon emissions; A local author discusses his latest novel
Mokulele Airlines and REGENT reimagine travel in a greener future; Former Rainbow Wahine and associate athletics director on the legacy of Title IX; The shortage of early education opportunities
A hospitality consultant on the transition team for the Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement and a retired tourism executive give their perspective on the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority process that recently awarded the CNHA the state's primary marketing contract; and the son of beloved local musician Kaulana Pakele honors his father with his debut album "Faith"
Gun safety advocates call for action; Award-winning Hawaiʻi chef wants to make restaurant industry more livable; Father and son reflect on harrowing shark encounter
A local hospitality consultant shares his thoughts on the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority awarding a $34 million marketing contract to the Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement over the Hawaiʻi Visitors and Convention Bureau; The state's Chief Energy Officer discusses Hawaiʻi's continued dependence on oil; Manu Minute features an endangered native bird with a singular call and an unusual crest
The Wai Ola Alliance discusses the need for a lawsuit against the Navy over the Red Hill Fuel Storage Facility; a UH Health Economist breaks down the financial benefits of Covid tests for laboratories; Governor Ige shares his thoughts on a number of issues, including the Red Hill lawsuit; and HPR classical music host Gene Schiller shares the details of an upcoming piano competition on Oahu
The Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority passes over Hawaiʻi Visitors and Convention Bureau, awards its multi-million dollar marketing contract to a new player; Sustainable aviation fuel; The remarkable return of a veteran's class ring
The legislative push to tighten regulations on helicopter tour operators; Olympic medalist Clarissa Chun gets inducted into the National Wrestling Hall of Fame; Hawaiʻi's statuary history
Environmental leader reflects on personal mission to protect the ocean and clean up coastlines; New Windward Oʻahu preschool helps meet rising demand for early education; Lessons learned from the pandemic; Readers invited to rediscover Hawaiʻi through Mark Twain's perspective
The State Office of Elections shares what's around the corner with the primary election coming up in August; Maui Brewing Company discusses expansion and supply chain issues; Kipahulu ʻOhana talks about the proposed community-based subsistence fishing area along Maui's coastline; A local author shares the story behind his love of short stories and his new book "Made in Hawaii"
Hawaiʻi Wildfire Management Organization shares more about their fire prevention campaign; Head of the Pōhakuloa Training Area discusses the military's land leases set to expire in 2029; HPR reporter Casey Harlow breaks down Covid vaccine impacts on local children; A local author discusses his debut novel "Nuclear Family"
The architect behind the USS Arizona Memorial; New images from the state archives; Local festivals celebrating local composer, whales
The case to expand Papahānaumokuākea; The latest on the state's green energy goals at the Legislature; How to find success in the entertainment industry
Hawaiʻi Tourism Japan reviews loosening travel restrictions; Hawaiian Airlines aims to reduce carbon footprint; Waikīkī coastline challenged by climate change; ʻIolani Palace hosts Queen Elizabeth II's platinum jubilee festivities
Supporters of the Marcos family hold a victory rally; State senator supports green energy options; A grassroots initiative promotes environmental stewardship; Local company invests in Hawaiʻi's economy; Filipino Lola makes a splash in the Marvel Universe
In honor of May being National Mental Health Awareness month, we re-air past stories touching on mental health issues, and one new interview with popular local band Kolohe Kai about their anti-bullying song, I Think You're Beautiful.
Hawaiʻi hospitals are considering tighter visitor policies as COVID cases continue to climb throughout the state; Volcanologists prepare for future eruptions; John Cruz celebrates 25th anniversary of his album "Acoustic Soul"
Leadership at the Big Island biomass plant Honua Ola is regrouping after the Public Utilities Commission denied their power purchase agreement with Hawaiian Electric; Local composer nominated for a Pulitzer Prize
Honua Ola's president discusses what the energy company's options are now that the Public Utilities Commission denied approval of a power purchasing agreement; A state Senator talks about a recent visit to the Navy's Red Hill well to get an update on the system flushing and water conservation efforts; A local photographer shares more about his latest book on photography; The captain of the crew featured in "Deadliest Catch: Bloodline" chats about lessons learned while fishing off Hawaiʻi Island
Data from the latest Point-In-Time count; the case to overhaul the Jones Act; efforts to restore Kahoʻolawe's topsoil through biochar
Double-digit positivity rates and climbing case counts across the islands and we're seeing a COVID surge on the scale of delta and omicron. Should it be business as usual or back to masks? What precautions are you taking? Dr. Kathleen Kozak of HPR's The Body Show shared her thoughts during a live call-in show.
The Hawaiʻi Restaurant Association talks about the latest Covid surge and its impact on the food industry; A legendary survivalist and the U.S. Coast Guard share tips for surviving rescue situations in Hawaiʻi; The show curator and one of the featured artists discuss the upcoming Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture; Legendary comedian and frequent NPR guest Paula Poundstone shares what she would do if she could do it all again.
The state health director discusses the increase in Covid cases and how to help get case counts down; An avian disease specialist shares how to spot and report wild birds who may be infected with avian flu; Kamehameha Schools talks where they are with converting cesspools to wastewater systems; A local mom shares her experience dealing with her son's mental health challenges
A veterinarian explains worrying news of increased avian influenza cases; A retired professor and community voices react to landslide win of President-elect Ferdinand Marcos Jr.; And a paramedic clinical coordinator shares the healing powers of a Windward lo'i, taro patch
Abortion rights supporters and a couple of physicians talk about the possible reversal of Roe v. Wade; Members of the Filipino community and an attorney who sued the Marcos family share reactions to the Philippine elections; And an accomplished author shares his latest novel written after moving to Maui
In today's Aloha Friday hana hou show, we showcase long-time HPR Arts and Culture reporter Noe Tanigawa's interviews with noted island musicians.
A Hawaiʻi civil rights attorney discusses the implications for abortion rights across the country and here in the islands; The creator of a new website highlighting ocean access and protecting important cultural sites talks about why she launched the site; A long-time activist for Native Hawaiian rights discusses the role of wahine, past and present, in efforts to protect cultural sites; A celebrated ocean photographer dishes on his career and new book
State health officials respond to the governor's emergency order on Red Hill; public concern over the proposed Pololū land sale; Has social media made us stupid?
A local doctor details the scene at a refugee camp on the Polish-Ukrainian border; latest ridership numbers for the Honolulu Authority Rapid Transit rail project; living laboratory in Kohala on Hawaiʻi Island
Congressman Ed Case joins us in the studio before heading back to D.C. He addresses Rep. Kai Kahele's run for governor, efforts to get federal protections for Hawaiʻi's forests, and the U.S. Supreme Court's leaked opinion on Roe v. Wade. And he takes your questions!
Public policy expert reviews 2022 legislative session; Waipahu lawmakers weigh in on proposed housing project; Daughter pens book about mom, the first woman of color in Congress; A private practice nurse shares realities of the profession
Tough talk between the prime ministers of Australia and the Solomon Islands; An affordable housing project in Waipahu turns heads; A local comedian brings a touch of Hawaiʻi to sketch comedy in Chicago
Efforts stall to rescue a National Historic Landmark; Transit Oriented Development spurs affordable housing talks; A look at Ukrainian history during plantation days; and poetry gets a legislative boost
Honolulu Prosecuting Attorney Steve Alm responds to reports of increased violent crime; Ukrainians find community in Hawaiʻi while trying to support those on the front lines of the conflict; A local business that makes Aloha shirts pivots to survive the pandemic
Community voices share hopes for peace in Ukraine; A national report highlights early childhood programs; Student scientists collect data tracking Covid genomes; Bike advocate underscores economic and health benefits of group bike events
On today's hana hou show, we look back at some of our favorite conversations with filmmakers!
The state declares a 'new phase' of the pandemic; Maui illustrator channels her love of books into her paintings; Local brewer creates connection in the world of beer
Thousands of Native Hawaiians who have waited decades for compensation for breaches of trust against the state may soon receive part of a $328 million settlement; Should Biden forgive student loan debt?
The need for organ, eye and tissue donation in Hawai'i is greater than ever; Hawai'i to compete in the City Nature Challenge; Tips and tricks for hibiscus hybridization; National Welding Month
The future of affordable housing bills; Stories of the first female correspondents to cover the front lines; Tips on how to hybridize hibiscus flowers
An American author shares her wide angle view of global over tourism; A hospitality official delves into the context behind regenerative tourism; Coastal communities experience consequences of climate change firsthand
What is the military doing to conserve water in light of O‘ahu's water shortage?; FBI Special Agent In Charge lays out the risks of cybercrime; State needs to pick up the pace to meet energy goals, says policy expert; Local educator is honored as media teacher of the year
Board of Water Supply updates ongoing water conservation efforts; Richardson law student snags prestigious national honor; Growers celebrate National Gardening Month
We share different stories about the Hawaiian language: learning the history and plans to update HPR’s Hawaiian Word of the Day; staging the Hawaiian language play "Ho’oilina" at the University of Hawaiʻi; hearing about the work of female newspaper columnists in the 1940s; and restoring the original place name of Hunananiho to Oʻahu's Windward community.
State health officials closely watch COVID-19 metrics; Military expert highlights how a global crisis affects the Indo-Pacific; Cultural practitioner shares the mission to protect Hawaiian burial sites
An Oʻahu-born author talks about Hawaiʻi's relationship with beer; A local artist and sculptor shares how he fell under the spell of honey and created a line of Hawaiʻi mead; A Hawaiʻi Island rum distiller goes behind the scenes of his business; A North Shore shochu distillery details being a pioneer in the business
Mayor Mike Victorino gives us the latest from Maui County; What's behind the recent rationing of baby formula; A Rainbow Wahine going pro tells us the secret behind her stellar 3-point record
State Senator discusses whether the recent violence and crime in Waikiki is cause for concern; Lead for America program provides hometown leadership opportunities to a new generation; Local cultural practitioners share the difference between the haka and the ha'a
The Honolulu City Council is considering Bill 41, which backers say cuts down on noise and disruption in residential neighborhoods. Opponents feel the legislation is too restrictive and not likely to achieve its goals.
HPR President and General Manager José Fajardo offers an update on the FDA panel's ruling on a new drug to treat ALS, as well as his personal journey with the disease; A principal looks at the long term impacts of the pandemic and the water crisis on students; Chaminade University partners with the UN to tackle sustainability in the Pacific
The Board of Water Supply shares a few tips on how O‘ahu residents can save water to combat water shortages; The role of volunteer radio operators in the state's emergency response plan; An experiment that sends squids to space offers clues about how we can combat stress here on Earth
Roadblocks lay ahead for O‘ahu's landfill site; Citizen science opportunities on Maui; A professional bass fisherman from Hawaiʻi shares his journey
Responding to removal of the Navy Supply Fleet Logistics Center's commanding officer; Reflecting on the writings of a local eco-poet; Celebrating delicious Chinese dim sum
Sen. Jarrett Keohokalole is asking the Board of Water Supply to prioritize affordable housing projects should restrictions be placed on new development to conserve water; What it took to build Red Hill; Local promoter announces the first big concerts at the Blaisdell Center arena since the start of the pandemic — New Kids on the Block and TLC
Honolulu's mayor discusses his thoughts on recent issues impacting the City and County of Honolulu; and Mid-Pacific Institute's President shares how it will use a recent $10 million donation
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is seeking public input on its Ala Wai Canal flood risk study; Local comedian reacts to Will Smith's sensational slap at the Oscars; What in the world is in those amnesty bins?
Kauaʻi mayor optimistic about public health and economic recovery; The Long View examines the shortcomings of the U.S. COVID response; And sharing the history of a trailblazing obstetrician who delivered over 6,000 island babies
Hawaiʻi County mayor asks Gov. Ige to declare an energy emergency as gas prices skyrocket; HART CEO says the rail project will make it to Ala Moana despite financial setbacks; Researchers explore the vast array of lava tubes below our feet on Hawaiʻi Island
Local economist expects a rocky return for international tourism; New documentary sheds light on the enduring legacy of Duke Kahanamoku; Historian digs up the story of the first Native Hawaiian woman to travel the Pacific on a European ship
State Deputy Director for Environmental Health Kathleen Ho outlines the long term strategy for Red Hill water contamination; Princeton sociologist Matthew Desmond on working together for affordable housing; Faculty and alumni of President William McKinley High School react to a proposal to change the school name
Masks will still be required at airports once the mandate lifts on March 25; attorney Katherine Vessels comes to the University of Hawaiʻi Richardson School of Law to teach the "laws of war" in international conflict; Kaʻōhao School principal says the school had no trouble changing its name from Lanikai Elementary
Kealoha Pisciotta, spokesperson for the Mauna Kea Hui, outlines the group's concerns over a new House bill that would restructure management of the mauna; Diane Peters-Nguyen, the Regional Chief Executive Officer for the Pacific Islands Region Red Cross, reflects on the founding mission of the Red Cross and its role in the history of Hawaiʻi; and former Hale Kula Elementary principal Jan Iwase talks about the impulse behind initiative to rename the school after Sen. Daniel K. Inouye
Science community members share concerns that management changes will negatively affect Maunakea's master lease; Resetting tourism marketing by appealing to the slow-paced visitor; Diving through the ins and outs of changing the name of a school; and the first competitor from Hawaiʻi on the professional bass fishing circuit shares his passion for the sport
Four local voices help us explore the word Aloha and what it means to our community: the director of the upcoming film, Shaka, The Power of Aloha, an O'ahu based artist who says it's the secret ingredient in her work, a local poet who challenges our notions about the word, and a send-off with the writer of the classic Aloha Friday song.
We've got a call-in show looking at how we can practice good cyber-hygiene, how private and government partnerships can shore up our vulnerabilities to cyber-attacks, and how to cultivate local talent in the cybersecurity field.
The City's Transportation Services Director discusses the proposed plan to end rail at Civic Center and its impact on riders and transit-oriented development; HPR reporter Ku'uwehi Hiraishi talks about the strained relationship between the U.S. military and the Native Hawaiian community; and a taro farmer shares the important role traditional kalo cultivation has in helping our state work toward self-sustainability.
A UH researcher reviews Japan's planned release of radiated water 11 years after the massive earthquake in Fukushima; Maui Nui Venison's owner discusses its plan for growth that could contribute to reducing axis deer populations; State Farm shares data on catalytic converter thefts in the islands; and HPR Arts and Culture reporter Noe Tanigawa bids farewell
Crackdown on violators of federal cesspool law is back in full force; Hawaii residents fail to adequately save for retirement; public libraries ramp up services as pandemic restrictions relax; and a local band garners coveted invite to the SXSW music festival in Texas
Higher levels of chloride in Honolulu's water may be the result of a lack of rainfall coupled with reduced draw from the city's aquifer; The National Guard says it's better prepared to respond to the next pandemic; Health care workers say we've come a long way since the first COVID-19 cases, but long COVID lingers overhead
As Gov. David Ige winds down his time in office, he reflects on the hardest decision he had to make during the pandemic; Oʻahu conducts its annual Point In Time count today; enrollment is up at Catholic schools statewide for the first time in over a decade; and [arents and students at Kamehameha Schools Keaʻau on Hawaiʻi Island say that the cafeteria food is unsafe and inedible
Environmental activist and Big Island resident Lynn Boerner Nakkim reacts to news that Red Hill will be permanently shut down, decades after her father was commissioned to build it; lawmakers are trying to tackle traffic in Puna, one of the fastest growing communities on Hawaiʻi Island; Hawaiʻi Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs Director Catherine Awakuni seeks to teach residents how to protect themselves from scams in their week-long Consumer Education Fair
U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz talks about the Navy's decision to permanently shut down the Red Hill fuel storage facility; the Defense Department's press secretary discusses what will happen with Red Hill going forward; the great-granddaughter of the first Chinese woman to practice Western medicine in Hawaiʻi shares her legacy; and we talk to some of those who recently worked on a new mural that went up on the Wo Fat building
We follow the Pentagon's decision to shut down Red Hill; check in on local programs doing wastewater surveillance; track legislation aimed to fix aging dams and reservoirs across the state; and hear about a young artist who’s making waves on the digital art platform OpenSea.
We revisit the construction and early days of the Navy's Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility through the stories of the two men who drafted the application to designate it as an engineering marvel and National Historic landmark.
A cybersecurity expert says users face a trade-off between increased connectivity and increased vulnerability; an EPA specialist clarifies Red Hill water test results; a food index compiles data tracking daily transactions at eateries across the state; and a local planner awarded the American Institute of Architects Hawaii Medal of Honor.
Returned Peace Corps volunteer Caroline Mackenzie reflects on her time in Ukraine on the heels of the 61st anniversary of the Peace Corps Act; the Long View looks at what's in store for Ketanji Brown Jackson's Senate confirmation hearings; and a new study by researcher Jan Hoeltge seeks to document Native Hawaiian resilience.
Hawaiʻi's Ukrainian community and supporters stage a series of rallies condemning Russia's invasion; Local company Oceanit has received emergency use approval for its rapid COVID test from the Federal Drug Administration, says the company's President and CEO Patrick Sullivan. But what role does testing have to play in this new phase of the pandemic?; and as lawmakers debate minimum way increases, ClimbHI President and Executive Director Julie Morikawa says we shut put more emphasis on connecting students to career opportunities
A Ukrainian man living in Hilo shares how he and his family are coping with the Russian invasion; we continue coverage of the Red Hill water crisis with thoughts from a military spouse and comments from the EPA; we shine a light on the first Native Hawaiian to play college football; and an Oʻahu pastry chef shares her experience on a Food Network baking show.
A new exhibition by photographer Franco Salmoiraghi showcases the land struggles over Kahoʻolawe; Kumu Hula Cody Pueo Pata talks about building infrastructure for hula in the islands; Multi-instrumentalist Kirk Thompson of Kalapana talks about local musicians' fight for recognition in the 70s music scene
We hear about bills dealing with Native Hawaiian issues; the long journey home for iwi kūpuna; disabled community advocates helping raise public awareness; and planting native hardwoods in Wahiawā’s Kūkaniloko Birthstones State Monument.
Sen. Mazie Hirono outlines her congressional strategy towards the Red Hill public health crisis; Lānaʻi teacher Lisa Galloway says the state's two-year extension on Dept. of Education housing is only a short-term fix for Lānaʻi's affordable housing shortage; Pediatric dentist Gavin Uchida says tooth sealants can help to protect cavity-prone keiki
The National Park Service and the USGS discuss what's included in the proposed Disaster Recovery Project for Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park; The state and The Cattleman's Council talk about fighting the spittlebug on Hawaiʻi Island; and the owner of L&L Hawaiian Barbecue details a new art exhibit opening in downtown Honolulu.
Bill Kaneko, past president of the Japanese American Citizens League in Hawaii, talks about the commemoration of Executive Order 9066, which triggered the incarceration of 120,000 people of Japanese descent; State Archivist Adam Jansen and music historian Kilin Reece recount how the largest known collection of Hawaiian music ended up in the lap of the Hawaiʻi State Archives
Hawaiʻi's U.S. Rep. Kai Kahele joins The Conversation for a live call-in show to answer questions about the Red Hill water crisis, his first year in D.C., and whether he'll be running for governor.
HPR contributor and political analyst Neal Milner joins us with the Long View after two former lawmakers pleaded guilty to bribery; Over 20% of Hawaiʻi’s adult population have been diagnosed with some form of rheumatic disease, according to the Arthritis Foundation of Hawaii; Professor Daphne Desser talks about the impossible task of capturing the horrors of the Holocaust ahead of her talk tonight with the traveling exhibition Americans and The Holocaust.
We hear from U.S. Rep. Ed Case about a continuing resolution to keep the federal government operating, which includes money for dealing with the Red Hill water crisis; An Earthjustice attorney shares concerns about the military's plans filed this week to comply with the state’s order to defuel the tank farm; A community raises concerns about proposed luxe development on Keaukaha coast; Looking to Kalaupapa's future when patients are no longer living at the historic settlement.
We talk history on today's Conversation, with Brother Joseph Dutton's long road to sainthood for his service in Kalaupapa, public input on the State Historic Preservation Division's five-year plan, and a remembrance for historian and author David Forbes.
The National Kidney Foundation of Hawaii shares how it's stepped up to help diabetic patients during the pandemic; A retired Army General talks about the recent ceremony to honor Chinese American veterans awarded the Congressional Gold medal; The Department of Agriculture gives an update on the efforts to manage the coconut rhinoceros beetle.
A relocated military wife continues to wait for the all clear to return home; a Chinese businessman hopes for a better year as the Lunar New Year kicks off; a check on how Maui’s polystyrene ban has fared; and a quick Honolulu roundup of new exhibits opening this week.
Lawmakers didn’t waste time this session scheduling the first hearing on bills to raise the minimum wage in Hawaiʻi. The federal government raised its minimum for federal workers to $15 as of Sunday. Proponents of raising the minimum argue a hike is past due. It has been held at $10.10 for the last four years. Opponents say not so fast and not so high, and claim doing so could force some small businesses to close. The Conversation explores both sides.
The EPA shares their thoughts on a recent visit to Red Hill and Camp Kunia; the city's Emergency Medical Services explains why the downward trend of Covid cases has them feeling encouraged; and we learn more about Hawaiʻi's spotted dove in today's Manu Minute.
A state Senator details plans to eradicate a coqui frog colony in Waimanalo; the Pacific Association for Radiation Survivors' mission for Guam residents to be fairly compensated for exposure to nuclear testing; and 'Ai Pono Foundation talks about the rise in eating disorders during the pandemic and shares how treatment is evolving
The military begins flushing 5 million gallons of water from the Red Hill Shaft to clear contaminants in the drinking water system; The local need to boost the information technology workforce; A high schooler shines the light on education during a pandemic; A new cook book highlights the world of Chinese dim sum.
The Honolulu Department of Community Services director explains the strategy for improving conditions in Chinatown; a Honolulu architect walks through Chinatown to open our eyes to some of its charms; ʻIolani Palace's historian takes us back to the 1890s when Honolulu was a bustling international seaport; and an investment manager on Kauaʻi discusses the art center he's developing in Līhuʻe
The CDC is inviting residents to report on the health impacts of the Red Hill water crisis; Honolulu wants to know how you think it should spend its recovery funds; A new pilot program will match victims of sex trafficking to host homes; A local musician uses the erhu to communicate with her family divided by the pandemic.
Maui County shares how it's dealing with the latest surge of the omicron variant among residents and visitors; Punahou School's president talks about an increase in absenteeism due to COVID-19, and how it's impacting this year's carnival; and the palila, the Big Island native honeycreeper is the subject of today's Manu Minute
State Representative Sylvia Luke discusses what Governor Ige left unsaid during his recent State of the State address; FarmLink Hawaii talks about its new meat program and eliminating food deserts in Hawaii; and The Coalition for a Tobacco-Free Hawaii Youth Council shares why the 21,000 slippers they're collecting represent the amount of Hawaii youth expected to die from tobacco use.
Gov. David Ige gives his last State of the State address; Health care experts eye a potential peak in the omicron surge; We celebrate National Pie Day!
University of Hawaiʻi receives its single largest gift — $50 million — to go towards climate and ocean research; a Big Island actor makes his Broadway debut, with only moments to prepare; it's National Hugging Day!
The Blood Bank of Hawaii is in urgent need of donors; Healing and hope for Hibiscus Drive residents; Maui axis deer are airport hazard; and drinking and driving and hamsters behind the wheel
Epidemiologist Tim Brown says the state needs to invest its data systems if it wants to curb the spread of COVID-19; A Hawaiʻi Island tour company is dealing with tsunami damage to its retail space; An experiment with squids in space may offer clues about how to combat stress
In celebration of January as Kalaupapa Month, we revisit past interviews related to the secluded peninsula on Moloka'i where those diagnosed with leprosy, now known as Hansen's Disease, were sent to live in isolation starting in the late 1800s.
On today's Aloha Friday Conversation, we speak with activists and stewards dedicated to preserving Hawaiʻi's natural resources and sacred spaces.
On the eighth anniversary of a 27,000-gallon spill of jet fuel in the Red Hill area, The Conversation welcomed Ernest "Ernie" Lau from the Honolulu Board of Water Supply and Gary Gill, who was with the Department of Health at the time of the leak, for a call-in show.
Military families impacted by the Red Hill water crisis remain critical of the Navy's response; Life-saving drugs to fight COVID-19 are in limited supply; The poetry of Paul Lawrence Dunbar hits the main stage