'Muthaship' with Stephanie Lum: Recent Episodes
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Stephanie Lum, Noli Kazama and Brooke Kane host a new podcast from Hawaii News Now on parenthood, friendship, and the lessons they've learned as they've grown into working moms in Hawaii.
It can be hard to talk about or admit that you're experiencing challenges with your mental health, especially moms who take on so much. Fellow mom Noe Sagapolutele started Wa'a Collective for locals and Native Hawaiians to have access to therapists that they can relate to. She explains why it is so important to prioritize mental health care.
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Moms, this is your week! Thank you for navigating a wild ride juggling kids and doing it all! As a mom of three young boys, life is bursting at the seams! I openly talked about my most memorable motherhood experiences on stage at a recent storytellers event by Civil Beat. Please have a listen and I hope you enjoy! Happy Mother's Day!
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Graduation season is here for high schools and colleges across Hawaii. These celebrations can come with lots of stress and a large to-do list. Brooke and Noli have tips to help parents get through their graduate's big day.
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A growing number of residents aren't sure how much longer they can afford to stay in Hawaii according to a survey by non-profit Holomua Collective. Executive Director Josh Wisch details the financial hardships of local workers, the biggest expenses and what's being done now to change policies or laws to help Hawaii's struggling families.
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Asking someone how much money they make is often seen as rude or taboo, but University of Hawaii researcher Rachel Inafuku encourages people to talk about it. She found full-time working women are earning less than men in 74% of jobs in Hawaii, and the gender pay gap is even larger in higher-paying jobs.
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As we approach the new year, a Hawaii astrologer says 2025 will be a time of many big changes. Feng shui expert, author, life coach and an astrologer for 25 years, Alice Inoue is the host of the YouTube show "Following Journeys," which documents the life and professional journeys of Hawaii entrepreneurs and business leaders by using their astrological charts as the foundation. Inoue explains the intricate process on "Muthaship." You can listen now on our website or wherever you get your podcasts.
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Hey parents, do you know what your kid is playing? A new report by the Entertainment Software Association reveals video games are the #1 requested holiday gift for kids. It's not just boys, 67% of girls are now asking for video game related gifts. Aubrey Quinn, Senior Vice President of the ESA joins us with tips for parents to ensure the video games they buy are age appropriate and safe.
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There's a lot of excitement for Kauai's first public charter school on the north shore! Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg donated $1.5 million to the Namahana Education Foundation. Namahana School leaders, a prospective student and parent join Stephanie Lum as they share plans for the school that has been 10 years in the making.
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Organizers say a kamaaina holiday tradition will be bigger and better this year! The 35th annual Islandwide Crafts & Food expo features locally made products by more than 250 vendors on Black Friday weekend at the Blaisdell. The expo started in 1987 by the late Caroline Infante. Her daughter Esme explains how she and her siblings are now carrying on the beloved Hawaii holiday event on the Muthaship podcast on our website.
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A former criminal and drug addict is about to embark on a tough physical challenge. Kekoa Carvalho of Kapolei, who is now a social media star says he's doing it to send a message of hope, love and aloha to troubled teens.
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We've surpassed our 200th episode of 'Muthaship'! To celebrate, we're taking you back to the humble beginnings with Steph, Brooke and Noli's very first podcast episode! Thank you for enjoying the ride with us! Here's to many more uplifting conversations and adventures!
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Three women returned to Hawaii with a new ultra marathon title! Melanie Koehl, Kelly Sutcliffe and Sara Santilli ran a grueling 81 miles in 23 hours and 52 minutes! They took first place in the all women's team category in the Badwater Salton Sea race in Southern California. Hear all about their adventures on 'Muthaship' and how they managed to conquer the 81-mile course!
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A Campbell High School senior's award-winning video project is raising awareness of teenage mental health struggles. Chauncey Viernes' video is about a boy who feels unattractive and works up the courage to shatter his self-doubt. The 17-year-old from Ewa Beach talks about his creative process and has helpful advice for fellow teens.
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Hawaii's teacher of the year Jackie Freitas joins us on 'Muthaship'! Leilehua High School's natural resources teacher for 13 years is so loved by her students, staff and community, they all call her "Aunty Jackie"! Steph, Brooke and Noli quickly learn why the dedicated and passionate educator is so deserving of the prestigious recognition.
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A 16-year-old boy from Hauula is helping students pay their college tuition by recycling bottles and cans. As the founder of the non-profit "Bottles 4 college", Genshu Price has awarded over $20,000 in scholarships! Price was also named a Prudential Emerging Visionary winner for inspiring young people to make a positive difference. He shares his motivation to help struggling students and invites the younger generation to join in the efforts. Listen now on our Hawaii News Now website or find 'Muthaship' wherever you get your podcasts!
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Newly crowned Miss Hawaii USA Breea Yamat joins us on "Muthaship" this week! The 27-year-old from Lahaina, Maui shares the challenges she overcame in her personal journey to the crown and what she's doing now to prepare for the Miss USA pageant in August! Listen to our conversation now on our website or find "Muthaship" wherever you get your podcasts!
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Get ready for a podcast collab with the muthas and the guys from HiSessions! Steph, Brooke and Noli join Hawaii musician and HiSessions cofounder Jon Yamasato, radio personality Devon Nekoba and HiLife Clothing founder Kyle Shimabukuro at their 9th Avenue recording studio. The group stir up crazy college memories and reflect on life now as parents raising kids caught up in technology, social media and devices. Listen now to 'Muthaship' on our Hawaii News Now website or find it wherever you get your podcasts!
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This week, we're learning about spiritual alchemy and how finding and maintaining a balance in mind, body and spirit is key to your health and wellness. We're joined by fellow mom and spiritual alchemist Mia Iida on 'Muthaship'!
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Rick Agan's sports photos are described as gritty, action-packed and intense. The owner of Takoeye Sports Photography shares how a combination of "dad instinct" and his love for sports sparked his newfound passion.
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Don't let your fears paralyze you or become an obstacle. In this week's episode, Steph, Noli and Brooke discuss ways to free yourself from all the worries and emotions that come with some of your greatest fears.
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As we get older, how can we age gracefully? Naturopathic Doctor Stacie Han joins us with tips for healthy female aging. The Punahou graduate owns and operates Gaia Naturopathic and Acupuncture Clinic in San Diego and has been practicing for 14 years.
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During this Surrogacy Awareness Month, we're joined by Big Island mom Ashley Mareko, who brought four babies into the world as a surrogate. As the director of SurrogateFirst, Mareko says she's also constantly working to make the surrogacy industry ethical and safe.
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Lights, camera, action! With more movie and TV productions popping up in Hawaii, actresses Joan Powers of Kaneohe and Kyla Hee of Honolulu join us with what it takes to break into the industry, tips to nail an audition and more. While acting may look glamourous, both say, it’s takes a lot of work. Listen now to ‘Muthaship’ on our website or find it wherever you get your podcasts.
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Robyn Tagavilla remembers getting the call she described as a parent’s worst nightmare. Her baby daughter Ashli fell through the railing of a 4th floor apartment unit in Nuuanu. Doctors gave a grim outlook. 19 years later, an emotional Tagavilla says her daughter is a living miracle.
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Hawaii's Laura Blears broke barriers riding waves! She was the first woman to compete in a men's surfing event in 1973, the first woman to win a check at a professional contest at Sunset Beach and the number one ranked female surfer in the aloha state and the world in the 70's. The surfing pioneer shares her memories growing up in Waikiki, being featured in Playboy Magazine and advice on parenting as a proud mother and grandma.
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Raising teenagers, life after death and finding your natural high. An in depth conversation by the "muthas" Brooke, Noli and Steph in this week's podcast. Listen to 'Muthaship' now on our website or find it wherever you get your podcasts!
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Following your heart and knowing where you’re from is a central theme in the story of Chris Walch.
She grew up in Hawaii, but felt a longing to learn more about her father’s upbringing in Austria.
So Walch came up with a plan and decided to leave her comfort zone of sunny beaches for the freezing cold ski slopes of Austria.The major life change took lots of courage and determination. It’s a decision the Iolani grad does not regret. Walch is now a CEO of a female empowerment company, ski instructor, philanthropist and entrepreneur.
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As we welcome the Lunar New Year of the Dragon, we talk story with Chu Lan Shubert Kwock, president of the Chinatown Business and Community Association.
Kwock is widely known in the community for her work to preserve and revitalize Honolulu's Chinatown and the neighborhoods around it.
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As women and mothers, we know how important it is to have a village and system in place to support you when welcoming a child. This week, we're shining the spotlight on the Mary Jane Home. It's a safe place where teenagers and women experiencing an unplanned pregancy can get help. Jennie Heleski of Catholic Charities Hawaii shares more about the program that's been around since 1977.
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Entrepreneur, motivational speaker and author Sarah McFarland joins us to talk about her best-selling book "Get Up Girl! Release Your Roar! Empowering Women in the Era of Barbie."
McFarland explains how she discovered her true potential and offers ways for women to do the same, including how to discover one's true identity in a world filled with stereotypes, rise from failures and overcome obstacles and set healthy boundaries in professional settings.
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We're delving into Japanese vegan cuisine with vegan chef and author Lillian Cumic! The healthy cook lived in Japan for three years. She explains how you can transform your favorite dishes into vegan versions and talks about some of the plant-based and gluten-free recipes she developed in her newly released cookbook "Hawaii Washoku."
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Are you getting enough sleep? If you aren't catching those zzzz's you're not alone. A recent study found Hawaii is one of the most sleep deprived states. Worries about finances due to Hawaii's high cost of living and sleep apnea are some of the things keeping us awake. Dr. Ronson Sato, the lead physician for the Kuakini Pulmonary Sleep Center joins us with tips on how to get a more restful sleep.
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For most parents, it’s a battle against screen time when it comes to kids and social media.Family therapist Britt Young, of Xplor Counseling, talks about the dangers of too much exposure to devices and offers steps parents can take to protect their children from the damaging effects.
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A Big Island woman is sharing her amazing survival story. Danielle McKim of Hilo says she nearly died from a rare Flesh-Eating Disease known as Necrotizing Fasciitis. She now wants to raise awareness about the potentially deadly bacteria and joins us along with her doctor Crystal Hammer, an emergency medicine specialist at the Queen's Medical Center.
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Are you ready to take the cold plunge? Pharmacist, fitness and nutrition enthusiast Alyssa Furukawa explains the health benefits of submersing yourself into freezing water for short periods of time. The 2022 journal Sports Medicine found cold plunges reduced inflammation and helped with the body's recovery after intense workouts. First-timers should consult with their doctor first before doing a cold plunge.
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A love story on the Big Island. High school sweethearts Ka'ohao Boteilho and Cassidy Keli'i kept overcoming the odds to start a family.
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Two Hawaii women who beat oral cancer are sharing their survival stories in hopes of saving lives. More than 100 people will be diagnosed with oral cancer each day in the US and one person dies from oral cancer every hour. Shelby Watkins and Joanne Ebesu urge those concerned to seek free screenings and explain the signs and symptoms, risk factors and treatments. Listen now on 'Muthaship' on our Hawaii News Now website or find it wherever you get your podcasts.
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Dr. Elizabeth Ignacio is breaking barriers. She is proud to be a woman orthopedic surgeon, since 94% of the world's orthopedists are male, and throughout her career, she has had the privilege of taking care of world-renowned professional athletes, medaled Olympians and Paralympians, world and national champions, and NCAA Division 1 athletes.
The Iolani and Georgetown University graduate is also a Mindset and Well-Being Coach, believing that the pinnacle of healthcare is the idea of Cura Personalis – care for the whole person, in mind, body and spirit.
Listen as she explains how to find your divine within.
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An early childhood educator wants to help children who may be sad, scared or worried after the tragic Maui wildfires. Honolulu Community College professor Elizabeth Hartline created a short story called "There was a Fire" for children 3 to 8-years-old. She says the images of the devastation may be difficult for young kids to process and getting them to talk about their feelings is the first step to healing. Listen now to the 'Muthaship' wherever you get your podcasts.
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As keiki head back to DOE schools, they can look forward to the "Choose Aloha" Program! Dawn O'Brien spearheads the curriculum which teaches students in over 300 Hawaii schools to choose love, not hate. She is also the author of two children's books which focuses on preventing bullying "Aloha Allova: A Sacred Secret to Save the Day" and "Aloha Always Wins!" Listen now on our website or find 'Muthaship' wherever you get your podcasts!
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A young former Ewa Beach resident is halfway through his national Broadway tour! 9-year-old Milo Maharlika has been wowing crowds in the musical Les Miserables! Milo and his dad talk about their new life in Los Angeles, California and Milo's path to the bright lights of Broadway. Listen now on our website or search for 'Muthaship' wherever you get your podcasts.
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Does the thought of speaking in front of people make you nervous? Charen Kepler of Hawaii Toastmasters offers some tips to help you get over your fear and fun exercises so you can feel better talking in front of crowds!
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Ever dreamed of owning a home or a condo but didn't know where to start? Caron Ling is one of Hawai'i's top real estate experts and shares the first steps to take to help make your dream a reality. Listen now on our website or find 'Muthaship' wherever you get your podcasts!
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Major movie director Destin Daniel Cretton and costume designer Joy Cretton join us on 'Muthaship'! The brother and sister from Haiku, Maui talk about their path to success in Hollywood, working and mingling with Oscar-award-winning stars, their past and present film projects and what they miss most about Hawaii. Listen now on our Hawaii News Now website or find 'Muthaship' wherever you get your podcasts!
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Before Nanci Kreidman started the Domestic Violence Action Center in Hawaii in 1990, there were few places for victims to get help. The non-proft started with a staff of just two people. Today, there are 50 employees dedicated to continuing critical services and programs. Kreidman reflects on the progress made over the years and the challenges as she retires from DVAC and hands over the reins. Listen now on our website or find 'Muthaship' wherever you get your podcasts.
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Mid-Pacific School students say educators should embrace artificial intelligence, not fear it. They were recently invited to speak at a national virtual workshop to show school leaders and tech eductors how they use AI, specifically Chat GPT, ethically and responsibly in the classroom. Listen now on our website or find 'Muthaship' wherever you get your podcasts!
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This week, we're exploring ways to fine-tune a child's skills with two powerhouse basketball coaches. Dean Shimamoto coached the Iolani high school boys basketball team for 10 seasons and led them through three state championship titles and four ILH crowns. He and Josh Benton are the head coaches of "Takeover", one of the top youth club boys basketball teams in Hawaii. Both are also proud dads. Dean and Josh share their coaching philosophies and personal approach to bringing out the best in young athletes and offer advice to parents who are trying to navigate the competitive field of youth sports.
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This week on "Muthaship," Honolulu police veteran Sgt. Barbara Delaforce talks about what it's like juggling motherhood with the duties of a police officer.
The mom of four says there are definite dangers on the job but explains why she has chosen to stay committed to the force she has been serving with for more than 20 years.
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These days you’ve probably heard a recession is looming, inflation is rising or our nation is headed towards a debt default. What does this all mean and how will this impact our finances? Joining us this week is Dayna Matsumoto, group senior vice president and director of finance and accounting at Central Pacific Bank. Matsumoto has 20 years of accounting, audit, and finance experience. She breaks down the current financial situation and what we can do to protect and further our financial wellbeing.
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Highly skilled, culinary master chef Jon Matsubara is "feasting" on his exciting win on Food Network's "Alex vs America"! The owner of "Feast" restaurant in Manoa Valley has been cooking since 1997. He started as a dish washer for Chef Roy Yamaguchi, then learned from the best chefs in New York. Matsubara excels in elevating Hawaii comfort food using locally grown ingredients. He shares what went on behind the scenes of the hit cooking TV show, his journey to becoming a successful top chef and offers advice for those looking to get their big break in the culinary industry.
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May is mental health awareness month.
It's easy to get caught up in the daily grind but so important to keep track of your and your loved ones' mental health. Recent statistics show more teenagers, especially teenage girls are struggling with depression.
Keli Acquaro, acting administrator for the Department of Health's Child & Adolescent Mental Health Division, says it is key for parents to discuss the importance of mental health with their children.
She also explains where to get help and how parents can show support, raise awareness, and break the stigma and judgements about people experiencing mental illness.
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It's Mother's Day week! Thank you moms and moms at heart for all you do! Back by popular demand, join Brooke, Noli and Steph as they relive their journeys to motherhood in their very first episode..."Meet the Muthas!"
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Tonight we are shining the spotlight on 8-year-old singing sensation Kyra Pesebre from Ewa Beach! You may know her from her recent national anthem performance at the UH men's volleyball game. Kyra's rich vocals and aloha touched so many in the audience that night. Turns out, the young and talented singer has also graced the stage both nationally and internationally! Kyra hopes her songs will spread joy and inspire everyone to be kind to each another and work together to help make the world a better place. Listen now to 'Muthaship' on our website or find it wherever you get your podcasts!
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April is Sexual Assault Awareness month.
The CDC says more than 50% of women and almost 1 in 3 men experience sexual violence during their lifetime.
Lynn Costales Matsuoka, the executive director of the Sex Assault Treatment Center, joins “Muthaship” this week to talk about the importance of education.
The 24-hour hotline is 808-524-7273.
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We knew local comedian Zavier Cummings (aka @howdisguy) before he was famous. Now, he's make people laugh on a much bigger stage.
In this episode, the Kauai native shares how he's managed to strike a chord with fans of all ages with his hilarious skits and classic characters.
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Marie Akisawa is the author of "Eating the Shokuiku Way: The Japanese Guide to Raising Kids with Healthy Food Habits."
The chef and nutritionist explains how the Japanese-style of eating only until you're 80% full and eating mindfully can lead to healthier food choices and portions.
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Even after his instant fame on American Idol, William "Iam" Tongi is the same humble island boy from Kahuku and as the girls on 'Muthaship' found out, he's pretty funny too!
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What do you do when you're at a crossroads in life? How do you determine which path to take? For Brooke Kane, it meant getting over the fear of failure and the unknown and taking a huge risk in giving up a long-time successful job to go after her dream career.
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In this week’s episode, the “muthas” are learning how students are gaining valuable skills in the classroom to succeed in high-tech careers.
Cammy Lai is one example of how STEM education programs are developing the next generation of innovators and problem solvers in Hawaii’s schools.
Lai was a middle school student when she first learned about robotics. Her passion for coding and technology got her an internship with Booz Allen in college and later, a full-time job with the firm.
Now, Lai works as a successful data scientist at the Honolulu office.
Booz Allen’s Michael Collat, who is also the regional director of the FIRST Robotics Competition for high school students, explains the pathways to a successful career for Hawaii’s students.
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We’re talking to the mutha of all muthas!
Joy Kimura has been named Mother of the Year and will represent Hawaii at the American Mother’s National Convention this April in Omaha, Nebraska.
The single mother shares how she managed to raise two children who went on to become a valedictorian and rising star athlete and offers refreshing tips, wisdom and insight on the best ways to solve parenthood dilemmas.
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It's a medical screening that can save lives but it's not often talked about because well ... it's pretty embarrassing.
During this Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, Steph describes what she went through to get her first colonoscopy, while Noli opted for the less invasive approach.
They hope starting this important conversation will help raise awareness and educate anyone hesitant about making an appointment to get checked.
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This week on 'Muthaship', we're talking with a man who was once America's most wanted cyber criminal! Brett Johnson was caught, spent time in jail and is now working to protect large corporations and everyday people from being a victim of cyber crime. He breaks down the most common scams and simple steps to protect your personal and financial information.
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For Hawaiian Language Month, we’re getting a fun lesson in Olelo Hawaii!
Kumu Luana Kawa’a has served as a cultural advisor and Hawaiian language teacher for more than 30 years.
She is currently a faculty member and director of Pai Ka Māna Student Support Services at the University of Hawaiʻi Maui College and is the host and creator of the Morning Manaʻo podcast.
Kawa’a helps us understand the importance of proper pronunciation and meaning and also offers some basic and useful phrases.
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Hawaii sports fans have another exciting event to watch besides the Super Bowl on Sunday! Six Hawaii boys will represent the US in Tokyo in this year's Hakuho Hai Cup tournament in Tokyo, Japan on February 12th! We caught up with several of the junior sumo wrestlers, their parents and coaches of the Aloha State Sumo Association about their preparations and expectations for the tourney!
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This week on 'Muthaship', an alarming investigation into how major technology companies are shaping our kids values and what parents can do about it. We're joined by Susan Linn. She's a child psychologist, a lecturer on psychiatry at Harvard Medical School and the author of Who's Raising the Kids?: Big Tech, Big Business, and the Lives of Children.
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We tried balut last year.
This time it’s another Filipino comfort food: Dinuguan or "chocolate meat"!
Dinuguan consists of pork ear, pork stomach, pork intestines, pork belly and pork meat all in a vinegary, salty stew with pork blood.
It's a first for me and Brooke and we're so thankful to Lola, Noli's mom, for cooking the delicacy so that we can share it with all of you and learn more about Hawaii's melting pot of cultures.
Come experience it with us on this episode of 'Muthaship' on our Hawaii News Now website or find it wherever you get your podcasts!
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During the pandemic, stand up comedian Tumua Tuinei captivated a fan base that today just keeps growing.
His ability to make people laugh, catapulted his career to the Blaisdell and sold out shows! Now, the former UH football player is embarking on another new project...his first taped show at the historic Hawaii Theatre!
Listen as we talk story with the rising comedian about why he loves tickling your funny bone!
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If you've ever watched Star Trek, you know the saying, "To boldly go where no man has gone before."
This week on 'Muthaship', we're joined by a woman who has gone where hardly anyone has ventured before! Dawn Wright is the first African American woman to dive down to the deepest point on Earth in the ocean!
Wright grew up in Wailuku, Maui. She says we've only just scratched the surface of the vast unknown underwater world.
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Cielo Almanza's story is one of admiration. It's about a local boy who graduated from high school, went away to college, joined the military and rose up in the ranks.
In addition to being a leader in the military community, Cielo is also a proud husband and father to a son and daughter.
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A little girl is proving to be a big inspiration. Eight-year-old Haumea Friel was born with a rare birth defect that causes one leg to be shorter than the other.
She's endured 10 surgeries at Kapiolani Medical Center for Women and Children including one that lasted 16-hours.
Despite the challenges and learning how to walk again with a prosthetic leg, Haumea has maintained a positive attitude all throughout.
She was named Hawaii's first ever National Children's Miracle Network champion earlier this year. We talk story with Haumea and her mom Kainoa about the power of mind over matter.
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As we remember Pearl Harbor, the attack sparked a fear that Japanese Americans were spies for the Japan government.
Born and raised in Bainbridge Island, Washington, Lilly Kitamoto Kodama was just 7 years old when her family was forcibly removed from their home.
They were the first group from among 120,000 Japanese Americans to be removed from the West Coast for the duration of WWII.Ellen Sato Faust’s father and his family were incarcerated at the Tule Lake, California Relocation Center during WWII.Both women join us to share a personal connection to a dark period in United States history ... the internment of Japanese Americans.
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It’s an exciting time for new mom-to-be Ashley Nagaoka!
With just a couple of weeks until her due date, we catch up with the First at 4 news anchor about the jitters, joy and jubilation of being a first-time mom!
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World champion boxer Manny Pacquiao is the executive director of a new movie that raises awareness on Asian hate crimes.
Chris Soriano stars in the film "Almighty Zeus." It's about a young Filipino boxer who intervenes when an elderly Asian man is being attacked.
Word spreads about his good deed and a boxing legend prepares him for his next challenge in the ring.
The movie debuts at Regal theaters in Hawaii on December 2nd.
Hear more from Soriano about the making of the film and working with Pacquiao to showcase unity through the sport of boxing.
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t’s almost “go” time for Miss Hawaii Lauren Teruya!
She’s in the final weeks of preparation to represent the state in December at Miss America 2023 in Connecticut.
The 24-year-old Iolani School graduate shares her journey to the crown, her deep passion for the arts and words of advice for aspiring women.
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It’s been an emotional journey for Chris and Manny Orupabo.The couple adopted a baby girl from Texas in September.
They sought help from the only adoption agency based in Hawaii, “A Family Tree.”
More than 100,000 children in the US are waiting to be adopted.
On this National Adoption month, Director of Social Work Shaylah Nichols along with Noelani Lommasson and Brenna Holmes-Mumford who were both adopted from China, clear up common misconceptions and take us through the process of adoption.
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It’s been an emotional journey for Chris and Manny Orupabo.The couple adopted a baby girl from Texas in September.
They sought help from the only adoption agency based in Hawaii, “A Family Tree.”
More than 100,000 children in the US are waiting to be adopted.
On this National Adoption month, Director of Social Work Shaylah Nichols along with Noelani Lommasson and Brenna Holmes-Mumford who were both adopted from China, clear up common misconceptions and take us through the process of adoption.
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Feel empowered with Kylee Hamamoto!
The junior at Punahou School is the founder of “WE GO!” That stands for Women Empowerment in Global Opportunities.
The Hawaii non-profit’s mission is to foster strong and independent female leaders.
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Just in time for Halloween, Lopaka Kapanui of “Mysteries of Hawaii” joins the “Muthaship” this week.Listen to what the master ghost storyteller and founder of has to say using his knowledge of Hawaiian folklore and ancient spirits.
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A former Hawaii woman, now living in California, is sounding the alarm on fentanyl.
Cammie Velci says her 19-year-old son was tricked into taking the drug and died.
With the recent rise in fentanyl deaths here in the islands, Velci has a warning she says parents need to hear. Listen to our 'Muthaship' podcast right now on our website or search for 'Muthaship' wherever you download podcasts.
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Sherry Chang, wife of UH head football coach Timmy Chang, joins us this week on “Muthaship”! Raising five children, their family is lovingly known as “The Chang Gang” and Sherry says there’s never a dull moment at home.She’s also excited about kicking off “Sistahhood” and invites fellow sistah Warrior football fans to join in the fun.
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What makes you happy, how do you find it ...and what can you do to achieve more happiness in your life?
Maui author Trish Michael of "Finding Your Happy" offers helpful tips for kids and adults to find their power amid trauma, hardships and just daily life.
Michael faced constant adversity as a two-time cancer survivor, a single mom at 18, and for 20 years was in an abusive marriage.
She says we all need reminders of how we can make the best of anything that comes our way, especially now.
Listen to our conversation right now on our website or search for 'Muthaship' wherever you download podcasts!
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Kimie Miner is an award-winning producer and singer-songwriter.
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Aiea native Susan Soon He Stanton is still soaking in her big Emmy win!
The writer for the hit HBO drama “Succession” says she’s living the dream.Susan and her mom Barbara join us on “Muthaship” this week with stories of humble beginnings in Hawaii to an opportunity of a lifetime in New York.
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Phew! What an emotional ride it’s been!
In Part I of this episode, you heard the moms of the Little League World Series Champs spill the beans on all the support and sacrifice that went into their 12-year-old sons chasing their baseball dreams!
In Part II, we spoke to one of the proud dads who was part of the first Hawaii team to win the US LLWS championship in 1988!And.. a big shout out to all of the teams who represented Hawaii!
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Phew! What an emotional ride it's been!
The moms of the Little League World Series Champs spill the beans on all the support and sacrifice that went into their 12-year-old sons chasing their baseball dreams!
In Part II of this podcast episode, we spoke to one of the proud dads who was part of the first Hawaii team to win the US LLWS championship in 1988! And .. a big shout out to all of the teams who represented Hawaii!
Listen now to our 'Muthaship' podcast on our website right now or search for 'Muthaship' wherever you download podcasts!
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World champion outrigger canoe paddler and Kula, Maui mom Lauren Spalding joins us on 'Muthaship' this week! The Hawaiʻi waterwoman and surf-ski racer won the Molokai to Oahu solo championship 12 times! Spalding's amazing physical endurance was also featured in a short film by Yeti called "River Pirates". How does this superwoman manage to crush life's challenges and what's her personal motto? Listen to our conversation right now on the 'Muthaship' podcast on our website or search for 'Muthaship' wherever you download podcasts!
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Known for his exquisite and delicious East West cooking, Ming Tsai is cooling off after feeling the heat in the Netflix reboot of Iron Chef.
We caught up with the celebrity chef during his visit to Oahu to find out what he’s been up to and what the pressure’s really like on the set of Iron Chef.
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A Makakilo mother is on a mission to help families in Hawaii whose lives are touched by DIPG or childhood brain cancer. Michela Haywood joins us on 'Muthaship' this week. She is the founder of Kaylan Strong's Fight Like a Warrior Foundation. She created the foundation in honor of her 11-year-old daughter Kaylan, who passed away from brain cancer in August 2018. Haywood hopes to raise awareness about DIPG and shed light on the resources available to families who may feel like their world is falling apart. Listen to our 'Muthaship' podcast right now on our website or search for 'Muthaship' wherever you download podcasts.
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This week on 'Muthaship' ... pregnant moms pumping iron!
A group of Crossfitters find out they're all set to give birth around the same time!
Elyse Umeda-Korth, Shere'e Quitevis, Becca Zook and Rhoda Chee work out at Crossfit 808 in Kalihi four times a week for an hour. They hope it'll help them recover faster after they give birth.
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A stay-at-home mom from Makawao is the winner of Food Network Canada’s Great Chocolate Showdown Season 3! Maile Crewdson joins us on “Muthaship” to talk about her exciting win. The 36-year-old mother of three has no professional baking experience. But she said she’s always loved to bake, and was forced to get creative because of her son’s severe food allergies.
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Comedian Jo Koy opens up about his first box office movie “Easter Sunday” on this week’s ‘Muthaship’ podcast.
The film mirrors some of Koy’s real-life relationships with his mother and son and mixes in plenty of laughs as his wacky Filipino family suddenly finds themselves in an unexpected adventure.
Koy says his main motivation for the movie was to shine the spotlight on AAPI talent and the Filipino culture, which he says has been largely underrepresented on the big screen.
He also talks about an emotional moment that he shared with his co-star, Hawaii-born actress Tia Carrere, his deep connection with the Aloha State and his favorite ono grinds.
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Have you heard of Spill the Tea Cafe?
It’s a mental health clinic for teens on Queen Street where they’re welcome to hang out, drink boba, play games, study and join group therapy.
Mother and teen founders Haylin Dennison and 14-year-old Punahou student Mattie Strombach join us on ‘Muthaship’ to discuss the importance of a welcoming and safe place for teens worried about their mental health.
In the two years Spill the Tea Cafe has been open, the non-profit has helped dozens of teens and young adults cope with the stigmas surrounding identity, grief and loss, anxiety, stress, depression and more.
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Child actress Kylie Kuioka joins us on ‘Muthaship’ this week!
The former Iolani student plays “Emiko” in the animated film “Paws of Fury: Legend of Hank
”The 12-year-old and her family left Kaimuki for the bright lights of New York City to pursue her acting career and as she shares, it’s been quite a whirlwind of exciting events!
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Former HPD captain, detective and spokesperson for Honolulu Crimestoppers Letha DeCaires joins us on 'Muthaship' this week!
DeCaires retired from HPD after 27 years of distinguished service and was an investigator with the Honolulu Ethics Commission. She is now the director of civil rights at Oahu Transit Services and runs her own investigations company "Effective Investigations LLC."
DeCaires is also a mother and foster mom and her 11 grandchildren keep her busy!
She shares how she discovered her passion for seeking justice and fighting crime and offers her thoughts on the state of law enforcement today in Hawaii.
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Kiana Tom, the former host of ESPN’s top-rated fitness show “Kiana’s Flex Appeal” joins us this week on “Muthaship” along with her daughter Kiana, Jr.
The Maui native motivated millions to get healthy and fit in the 90s and is returning to Hawaii to begin filming for a new workout show.
Tom and her daughter share ways to balance family life and fitness and how to stay active and focused on living your best life.
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Are you busy shuttling your kids to and from practices, games and all their activities? This week, we're dishing out the best ways to get kids ready and organized for their events, what to pack for yourself, easy snacks for keiki athletes and simple ways to keep track of all the activities.
It's all about "Sports Moms" this week on 'Muthaship'!
Nina Takamori, a mother of three, joins us with personal tips and hacks to make time on the field less stressful and more fun!
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This week on ‘Muthaship’ we’re "keepin' it real" with popular Maui food blogger Relle.
The busy mother of two is a full-time nurse practitioner who gained fame online for her ono-licious cooking tutorials and fast and easy Hawaiian and local recipes.
She says what started out as a hobby quickly grew into a passion.
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In this episode, the “Muthaship” is talking story with two “mompreneurs” from Maui!
Luana HueSing-Ammasi and Jovina Ka’eo both work side hustles to earn extra money all while juggling work and raising a family. They came up with a concept that’s now a successful annual event featuring home made products by “mompreneurs” on the Valley Isle..
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Have you ever wanted to try something or learn something new but needed a push or boost of encouragement?
This week on 'Muthaship', Suzanne Nakano joins us to help us get over those moments of self doubt. She is one of the authors of the book "Ignite The Hunger in You."
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Hawaii's new youth poet laureate, Kalehua Fung joins us on 'Muthaship' this week! She shares her winning poem inspired by Queen Liliuokalani.
Fung says it's a story about the quilt the queen made during the overthrow of Hawaii.
Fung says it took her an hour to write and she's still in shock over her big win.
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We recently celebrated National Nurses Week but they deserve to be honored every day since they are truly the heart of healthcare! Jasmin Pacheco's journey to becoming a perioperative nurse at Pali Momi Medical Center isn't what you'd expect. As a mother of four, Pacheco shares how she juggled motherhood, schooling and studying for nursing exams to realize her dream job.
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Hawaii's own Tia Carrere is an actress, singer and former model who got her first big break as a regular on the daytime soap opera General Hospital.
Carrere has had roles in "Wayne's World" and "Celebrity Apprentice."
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Who knew you could discover inner peace while balancing on a stand-up paddle board? On this Mother’s Day week, the ‘muthas’ are trying SUP yoga under the instruction of Yumi Hi!
The certified yoga teacher and former competitive tandem surfer has been leading classes at the Hilton Hawaiian Lagoon for the past nine years.
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One bad choice changed Kyle Quilausing’s life forever.
The Hilo native went from being a state golf champion competing with the likes of Tiger Woods to a crystal meth addict.
Kyle was labeled one of Hawaii’s most wanted and terrorized his community before police finally arrested him.
After spending 10 years in jail, he discovered the importance of staying humble, being grateful and the power of prayer.
Today, Kyle is clean and sober. And he’s speaking about the bad parts of his life to let youth in Hawaii and across the country know that they are in control of their future.
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When was the last time you tuned out all the noise to focus on your passion?
Artist and author, Jackie Pias Carlin, often finds herself in "the zone." The former Maui resident is known for using watercolors, silks and wood block printing to bring nature scenes to life.
Pias Carlin explains how she went from being a struggling artist to a recognized and respected community artist. She also shares why being present is vital to her success.
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Terann Pavao of Makaha says she stopped living a life of drugs and crime after she lost her 20-year-old brother to a drug overdose.
Once known as Hawaii’s most wanted career criminal, Pavao has been clean and sober for nearly six years.
She went from being an ice addict to a motivational speaker.Pavao now shares her story with keiki and inmates with the hope it will save lives.
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Inflation is going up and so are living expenses. High costs and quality of life are just some of the reasons why Sheri Taketa and Jess Chadwell moved to Arizona and California, respectively, with their families. The idea sounded scary at first, but now both say the change has been for the better and they're now strongly encouraging others who are thinking about it, to make the move.
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Stand-up comedian Simmone Park joins “Muthaship” this week!
The Canada native moved to Hawaii in 2020 and is now a regular performer at Blue Note in Waikiki, where she launched her “Once you go Asian” show.
But before Simmone discovered her passion for making people laugh, she had to overcome years of trauma following a violent assault at gunpoint.In her conversation with “Muthaship,” Simmone shares her journey of embracing the lowest moments in her life in order to live her life free of fears.
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It's a special Spring Break edition of 'Muthaship' and this week, the girls are going canoe surfing! There's nothing like the thrill of catching a wave with your friends, but you should always know what to do in the event that you "huli," or flip over. Noli, Steph and Brooke (and Noli's husband Dave!) share the do's and don'ts of this favorite watersport, plus some important safety tips. Come along and get ready to learn about canoe surfing! Listen now by heading to our Hawaii News Now website or search for 'Muthaship' wherever you download podcasts!
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A well known former DJ is helping kids who are being bullied with his new book. Derick Bulatao, known to some by his performance name Kutmaster Spaz, joins us on ‘Muthaship’ this week! Bulatao just published “SPED to Success,” a collection of personal stories. For years, Bulatao says he was teased because of his struggles with ADHD and dyslexia. Bulatao was a special education student, hence the word “SPED” in the book title. At just ten years old, he contemplated suicide. Bulatao reveals what got him through the hardest times in his life and how he found success. Listen to the ‘Muthaship’ podcast right now on our Hawaii News Now website, or search for ‘Muthaship’ wherever you download podcasts!
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A Maui girl is setting records in the world of archery! 14-year-old Liko Arreola of Makawao and her mother Teri join us on ‘Muthaship’ this week! Liko is the youngest to have scored a perfect 900 last year when she was 13, the youngest to win a championship division, and the first female to have shot a 900 back to back. Liko got hooked on the sport at the age of 7 after she was inspired by the Disney movie “Brave”. Her dad has been coaching her ever since. Liko opens up about her passion for shooting targets and explains what other interested keiki can do to get started. Her dream is to qualify for the 2023 U.S. Archery team and we think she is definitely on the right track! You can hear more of our conversation with Liko Arreola on our ‘Muthaship’ podcast right now on Hawaii News Now dot com -- or wherever you download podcasts!
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Members of the popular Hawaii music group "The Tonga Sisters" who gained fame on the "Ellen Show" join us this week on 'Muthaship' along with their mom, Sia. It's been more than a month since a volcanic eruption and tsunami devastated Tonga and the musical ohana who have family in the south pacific nation say help is still desperately needed. Kokua has poured in and there's another chance to help in a televised fundraiser coming up on Friday featuring musical guests like Josh Tatofi. "Aloha 4 Tonga" airs on K5 from 7 to 8 p.m. Listen now ..search for 'Muthaship' wherever you download podcasts or find it right now on our Hawaii News Now wesbite.
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Private investigator Debra Allen joins us this week on ‘Muthaship’! Allen will be featured in an upcoming episode of Nancy Grace Bloodline Detectives about how she helped solve a cold case with Hawaii ties. In this week’s podcast, she talks about the clues left behind and how they eventually led her to the murder suspect 43 years later. Allen has also reunited more than 5,000 family members separated by adoption and has P.I. businesses in Hawaii, Arizona and California. The former San Bernadino Deputy Sheriff, homicide detective and hostage negotiator has also been featured on the History Channel and Starz Network. Allen details what sparked her passion and explains how she tunes into her so-called “sixth sense” to crack cases. Listen now by searching for ‘Muthaship’ wherever you download podcasts or head to our Hawaii News Now website.
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It’s the big 100th episode of ‘Muthaship,’ which calls for a celebration in the garage! Join us for a pa’ina where Steph, Noli and Brooke are sharing some of their favorite foods and Noli demonstrates how to eat a famous Filipino dish that has Steph and Brooke cringing! It’s a time to cheer, laugh, relax and be together! Thank you for all your love and support for ‘Muthaship’! What a journey it has been and there’s much more to come!
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The parents of Team USA ice skater Madison Chock join us on ‘Muthaship’ this week! The Olympian with Hawaii ties recently won her first Olympic medal…earning silver in the team figure skating competition! Her father Wesley was born on the Big Island and graduated from Iolani and her mother Barbara graduated from UH Manoa and was a back up singer and hula dancer for the legendary Don Ho. They talk about the sacrifices they made in Madison’s journey to the Olympics and how she went from a little girl with big dreams to one of the best ice skaters in the world! She even practiced at Ice Palace in Halawa several times! Listen now wherever you download podcasts or find it on our Hawaii News Now website.
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With Chinese New Year underway, an award-winning filmmaker is shining the spotlight on Chinatown's past and present. Punahou and Harvard graduate, Kimberlee Bassford joins us on 'Muthaship' this week! Kim is putting together a documentary examining the impact of the pandemic on Honolulu's Chinatown and juxtaposing it with what happened 120 years ago when the bubonic plague hit Hawai'i. Kim is best known for her multiple award-winning documentary "Patsy Mink: Ahead of the Majority" and hopes this film sheds light on important lessons we can learn from both pandemics and offers our community hope that things will get better.
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A very happy 'Muthaship' birthday to the legendary chef Sam Choy! The Godfather of Poke turns 70 years old today, and we're celebrating his birthday with the whole gang! It's an important milestone for Choy because years ago he was faced with health complications from obesity and type 2 diabetes. At his heaviest, he weighed more than 400 pounds; now, the Big Island chef and restauranteur shares the drastic changes he had to make to cut his weight in half, as well as the steps he took to live a healthier life. As an ambassador for healthcare company Novo Nordisk, Choy hopes his story will educate people about the importance of eating healthy and staying physically active.
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Former Miss Hawaii USA and philanthropist Juliet Lighter-Kamm joins us this week on ‘Muthaship’! Juliet is the founder of Women Speaking Out, a non-profit that aims to educate students, inspire the community and influence positive change. She is also a survivor of dating violence and has dedicated her efforts to raise awareness among Hawaii’s youth on the resources available and where to get help. Juliet shares her personal journey about how she overcame domestic violence and became the mana wahine she is today!
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It's been quite the start to 2022 for a local chef! Colin Hazama joins us on 'Muthaship' this week! He made us all proud in his recent debut on a cooking competition on Discovery Plus! Hazama moved up the ladder starting as a dish washer and prep cook to becoming the youngest executive chef at the Royal Hawaiian. Hazama now has his own business called C4 Table which combines fresh, locally grown produce with a mix of comfort and upscale cuisine we know and love. Hazama, who is also a husband and father of two, shares how he navigated new challenges presented by the pandemic and offers advice to aspiring chefs on the best way to get cooking!
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What better way to start off the New Year than by decluttering your home, re-organizing all of your things and starting off with a clean slate!? KonMari Method specialists Mia Keenan and Kimberly Tottori join us on 'Muthaship' this week! Listen in as they explain how, by controlling the physical items in your immediate surroundings, you can create an orderly, calming space that provides a sense of safety, reliability and comfort!
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Christmas came early for an outstanding Hawaii athlete! Chardonnay Curran and her parents join us on 'Muthaship'! The 22-year-old just found out she's been drafted to play professional soccer in Kansas City! Chardonnay discovered her love for soccer ever since she started playing at a young age. Curran played for Campbell High School and the University of Oregon where she caught the eye of scouts! How did she manage to meet the demands of school work and sports and what advice does she have for young, aspiring athletes in Hawaii? Listen now on our website or search for 'Muthaship' wherever you download podcasts
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Former American Idol star Jasmine Trias and her husband, British Royal Command performer Ben Stone join us on 'Muthaship' this week! The couple have made a home in Las Vegas where they are currently starring in a new holiday production at the Venetian Resort called "This is Christmas"! The Maryknoll graduate shares how Hawaii played a big role in her journey to the national stage and offers advice for aspiring young women looking to break through in the music world.
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A Hawaii Kai woman is cheering people up during the holidays with her colorful, ever-changing tree art! This week on ‘Muthaship’ we talk to Anna Marie Watkins about how something so simple brings so much joy and happiness to so many people!
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This week on ‘Muthaship’ it’s all about pedal power! You probably noticed during the pandemic that more people and families were out riding bikes. Lori McCarney, the Executive Director of the Hawaii Bicycling League, and the group’s Director of Adult Education, Malia Harunaga, join us this week to talk about ways we can all create safer streets and a healthier community through bike riding.They also share more about fun family-friendly events hosted by HBL!
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Happy Gobble Gobble Day! Brooke, Noli and Steph are serving up a heaping Thanksgiving edition of the 'Muthaship'! Some fun games are on tap to test your mind power and gratitude, and what's a Thanksgiving gathering without tasty food and drinks?! The girls have some easy-peasy broke-the-mouth recipes to share with you, as well as specialty holiday drinks you're sure to enjoy. Kick back, relax and let the 'Muthaship' take care of you on this day of thanks!
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In life, no matter how tough things get, it somehow all works out... If you let it. At least that's what Sarah Beppu believes! This week on 'Muthaship,' the mother of three describes how she coped with the sudden loss of her husband at a very young age and how life's journey unexpectedly led her to discover new love. Sarah was even more surprised to learn that he took the time to meet with her late husband’s parents to ask them for permission before proposing. Sarah is the author of a popular blog titled "My Life in a Snow Globe," which has a worldwide following of women and men who are also coping with similar feelings of pain and grief after losing their significant other or loved one.
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This week on ‘Muthaship’ we’re joined by Elizabeth Madin and Anna Shoemaker, the creators of the ‘Surfing Moms’ support group! Madin and Shoemaker started the group in Kailua back in 2018, aiming to be a resource for new moms who also love to surf. They have since created a new Honolulu group and California chapter and just became a non-profit this year. The way it works is simple: Members meet up and take turns watching each others’ kids between surf sessions. Their motto? “A surfing mom is a happy mom!” Shoemaker, who suffered from post-partum depression, says surfing has been a life-saver ― and so has having the support of fellow moms. It’s easy to join. Listen now to learn how!
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If there's one thing the pandemic has taught us, it's that we should try our very best to stay healthy as a way to avoid getting sick. While different diets work for different people, this week on 'Muthaship' we explore the benefits of keto with Dr. Jodi Nishida. She's been in healthcare for over 25 years and is a Doctor of Pharmacy and an accredited Metabolic Healthcare Practitioner. Dr. Nishida explains keto as low-carb, moderate in protein and high in healthy fat. She emphasizes the importance of following clean, medically-guided keto plans and explains why listening to non-certified influencers on social media can be dangerous.
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It's a spooky edition of 'Muthaship' this week with master ghost story teller Lopaka Kapanui! Lopaka founded "Mysteries of Hawaii," which was recently ranked as the second-best ghost tour in the country by USA Today! Kapanui says the spirits have grown restless since the pandemic and may be more active come this Halloween... So where are the most haunted spots on the island, which state building is the most haunted, and why shouldn't you whistle at night? Kapanui reveals all the chicken skin details, plus shares news about recent Pele sightings and tales of hauntings in Kapolei!
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This week on 'Muthaship' we discover how a busy mom manages to juggle motherhood and all of her successful career titles! Dr. Diane Paloma is the CEO for the King Lunalilo Trust and Home and the soon-to-be President and CEO of Hawaii Dental Service. She also serves as a member of the University of Hawaii Board of Regents. Previously, she was the first woman to be appointed as the Director of Native Hawaiian Health at Queen's Medical Center. In this week's podcast, Diane talks about how she went from a retail job to top-level executive positions and the importance of finding your passion, purpose and confidence to take charge of your life.
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Have you ever dreamed about making your own film? Dream no more! This week on 'Muthaship,' we're joined by two veteran filmmakers whose latest project will be featured in the upcoming Hawaii International Film Festival! Shirley Thompson and Vera Zambonelli are from the group "Hawaii Women in Filmmaking." They just released the trailer to season three of "Reel Wāhine of Hawai'i." It features six local female filmmakers who share a passion of documenting moments in history so they're never forgotten. Thompson and Zambonelli reveal what it takes to make it in the film industry, how to get your foot in the door and how to take advantage of opportunities for aspiring filmmakers!
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This week on 'Muthaship' we're joined by Heather Mohr, the executive director of Keiki and Plow! The 4-acre farm is a a hidden gem in Hawaii Kai, located at the base of the popular Koko Crater trail behind Kaiser High School, where private groups are invited to harvest fresh vegetables and fruits — and kids can enjoy and learn about farm animals! The farm's motto is 'Stay Wild, My Child,' and Mohr — a single mother of three — explains how she is able to care for the farm, keep her non-profit running and raise her young children all at the same time.
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After going national with her story about her diagnosis with stage three colorectal cancer on 'The Today Show,' the 'Muthaship' reached out to Indianapolis news anchor (and busy mother and wife) Lindy Thackston to see if we could share her journey on our podcast. It got off to a rough start; Thackston says she learned of her diagnosis after her screenings were canceled three times due to the pandemic. After experiencing abdominal cramps and tailbone pressure, she knew there were red flags, and a colonoscopy proved it was cancer. At the time of our conversation, the 40-year-old thought she had been through the worst of her battle. But just days ago, she got the devastating news that her colorectal cancer had metastasized to her left lung, and she is now undergoing treatment for stage four lung cancer. Doctors say the diagnosis is not terminal, and Thackston is staying positive - and hoping her journey can help others save lives.
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Whether it be the loss of a loved one or the loss of our sense of normalcy from before the pandemic, we all experience grief in one way or another. This week on ‘Muthaship,’ Melinda Chinen ― a certified Life Coach and Grief Coach ― joins us to talk about how to identify, accept, evaluate and address your feelings during these uncertain times. It’s Melinda’s fundamental belief that to live well, we must grieve well. This week, Melinda shares ways to achieve that through changing your mindset and finding gratitude in life.
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This week on ‘Muthaship,’ we’re talking story with Janice Cretton ― the mother of Marvel movie director Destin Daniel Cretton, who just released “Shang Chi and The Legend of the 10 Rings” to global audiences! Janice shares what it was like raising Destin and his five siblings in their Haiku, Maui home and talks about how he showed a deep interest at an early age in video cameras and film making. His passion would grow and blossom at college in San Diego, where he graduated from film school and started making short films, which won national recognition and awards. “Shang Chi” continues to break records, holding the number one spot at the box office for two weeks in a row and boasting the honor of being the most-watched new release during the pandemic. Listen now, wherever you download podcasts!
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Tragedy can strike quickly ― all it takes is a matter of seconds for an infant to accidentally drown if left unattended. This week on ‘Muthaship’ we’re joined by a certified infant swim instructor and super-mom to eight children named Cristine Aiwohi. A close call involving the near-drowning of her infant son prompted Cristine to become a certified Infant Swimming Resource instructor. She’s now been teaching at her Kahala home for more than eight years and says parents are often shocked to see how quickly babies are capable of learning survival skills in the pool. Cristine explains the swimming techniques and best ways to practice water safety ― and why parents shouldn’t rely on certain child floatation devices.
This week on ‘Muthaship’ we’re joined by two female surfers, but they’re anything but ordinary. Ka’ena Gilman Moeai’s recent Tik-Tok video went viral for showing her standing up to body-shaming bullies. The Laie native (and sister to NFL player Alohi Gilman) credits her bravery to Elizabeth Sneed, the founder of “Curvy Surfer Girl Movement.” Both are determined to help spread awareness about shattering stigmas, putting an end to fat-shaming and proving that you don’t have to fit the mold to be good at what you love ― and in this case, it’s surfing!
This week on 'Muthaship,' we're reconnecting with a familiar face — Kanoe Gibson! The former co-host of HI Now on Hawaii News Now explains why she and her family made the tough decision to move to Las Vegas. Gibson gives an eye-opening account of the difference in the cost of living on the Ninth Island versus Hawaii and offers advice to local families who may also be considering making the big move.
This week on 'Muthaship,' we catch up with the players and coaches of Hawaii's Little League World Series team! They took a break from practice to talk story with us from Williamsport, Pennsylvania. Kevin Bagoyo and his son Zach, along with Bud Sardinha and son Coen and Rob Iopa and son Eli, reveal the team's incredible bond and offer advice to parents and young keiki who share the same dream of making it to the Little League World Series.
This week on 'Muthaship,' we're talking to a surfer who is learning how to ride waves all over again. 24-year-old Carter Parry lost a lung and a leg to an infection from the flu — and then got COVID-19. His goal now is to get stronger, get back on his board and surf his way towards the paralympics! Those who know Carter say they are blown away by his determination and positive attitude. Listen now, wherever you download podcasts!
There’s a connection to Hawaii running around on the basketball court at the Tokyo Olympics, and it isn't a player! Out of the 30 basketball referees working the Olympics, former University of Hawaii basketball player Maj Forsberg is one of only five females with a whistle! She played for the Rainbow Wahine basketball team as a guard from 1996 to 2000 under head coach Vince Goo. Her professional career as a basketball referee spans more than 15 years and includes work in the NCAA, WNBA, EuroBasket Women and the Olympics Games. So how does she handle the trash talk from coaches, players and fans — and how did a dare at U.H. launch her into a successful career? That's this week on 'Muthaship'!
Have you found yourselves brainstorming about what to do with the kids before they head back to school? Why not take them to the Honolulu Zoo!? With restrictions loosened and new animals added to the lineup, so much has changed since you've probably been there last ... and there's so much to see! Linda Santos, the first female director in the zoo's history, joins us this week on 'Muthaship' to give us an update on the zoo's happenings, the best times to see the animals in action and a rundown of the most popular educational keiki programs.
It’s a special Summer Olympics edition of the ‘Muthaship,’ and we have the perfect guests! Coach Dave Shoji and his wife Mary join the show as their sons Erik and Kawika prepare to play their first match in Japan as members of the USA Volleyball Men’s National Team! The leaders of the legendary volleyball family talk about how they plan to cheer them on from a distance with family ― and with a reputation for developing champion volleyball players, what’s been the Shoji secret to raising three successful children?
Two-time 'Top Chef' finalist Sheldon Simeon joins us on 'Muthaship' this week! If you've ever wanted to sharpen your cooking skills, we've found the guy to motivate you — the Hilo native lives on Maui with his wife Janice and their four children. When they're not busy shuttling the kids to activities, the couple manage their restaurant 'Tin Roof' in Kahului, and Simeon hosts weekly cooking demonstrations on social media. Simeon also just released "Cook Real Hawaii," a cook book featuring more than 100 recipes. It includes his family recipe for pork adobo and a surprising fan favorite: canned sardines topped with chili pepper water and sliced onions. Through his success, Simeon hasn't forgotten his roots. He and his wife have donated more than $15,000 from cook book sales to the Maui Foodbank.
This week on ‘Muthaship,’ a rising artist in Hawaii shares her unexpected journey to success. JT Ojerio, also known as “Aloha De Mele,” is self-taught and never considered herself artsy. She didn’t even know she could draw until a couple of years ago, and battled health complications along the way ― but in her case, they turned out to be a blessing in disguise.
Put on your hiking shoes and get your adventurous spirit ready! This week, we're joined on 'Muthaship' by the admins of the popular Facebook group 'Hiking with Keiki' — fellow moms Larissa Johnson and Ashley Goode share their favorite keiki-friendly hikes and tips on how families can have a fun, educational and safe experience on our trails. You can also learn about opportunities for members to join volunteer-led group hikes, too! It's a chance to get out, get active and seek adventure!
With the Olympics just one month away, we're joined this week on 'Muthaship' by a Hawaii pro surfer who is heading to Tokyo for the games... But you won't be seeing Mahina Maeda on Team USA! The 23-year-old North Shore native holds dual citizenship and explains why she made the tough decision to represent Team Japan. A three-time world junior champion and believed to be the youngest woman to surf Nazare, Maeda shares the hardships she overcame growing up in both Hawaii and Japan and the example she hopes to set in the Summer Games for those of mixed race struggling with defining their national identity.
No parent is ever prepared for the death of their child. This week on 'Muthaship' we're joined by Gabby Gouveia, one of the co-founders of "Let Grace In," a charity that supports families coping with the loss of their child. Gabby felt the sincere desire to restore hope for bereaved families after she and her husband Ka'eo lost their own 5-year-old son Grayson to an aggressive form of brain cancer in 2016. Since then, Gabby has found a way to continue Grayson's legacy through helping families heal and find ways to move through grief.
You've probably already heard the saying, "like mother, like daughter." Now, two Hawaii women are ready to show off their incredibly close relationship to millions of viewers on TLC's "sMothered" — but before they do, they're telling us all about it on Muthaship! Just how inseparable are Amy and Carina DeAngelo of Kailua? The mom and daughter sleep in the same bed, run a meatball business together and even share underwear! They believe they are connected on a spiritual level and knew each other in a past life, but despite the chaos, the two believe there are golden rules every family should live by. In this week's episode, Amy and Carina share more about their unique relationship, crazy adventures and why they're heading to Vegas next.
There’s no beating around the bush: as parents, we love our kids and want the best for them. But while we also don’t want to worry too much, it’s important to be aware of the potential dangers that exist for our keiki out there. This week on ‘Muthaship,’ two high school students who are part of the Youth Council of the Coalition for a Tobacco Free Hawaii join the show to talk about how vaping is becoming increasingly common in Hawaii schools. Nikkya Taliaferro of Moanalua High and Logan Lau from Kamehameha Schools say there is a common misconception among students that vaping is safer than smoking. They also hope parents will listen to the podcast and talk with their children about the possible long-term health risks associated with vaping so that they can quit vaping or not start at all.
The newly crowned Miss Hawaii 2021 Courtney Choy joins us this week on 'Muthaship'! To describe her as a go-getter may be an understatement. Right after winning the crown — the very next day! — Courtney graduated from the University of Hawaii's law school! The Ewa Beach native and Punahou School alum talks to us about how to use the power of visualization to accomplish goals and shares a special message that will leave all young girls and women feeling empowered.
This week on Muthaship, we’re talking story with Cara Horibe! You may remember her as a dancing sensation in the group Fanny Pak featured on MTV’s America’s Best Dance Crew, or maybe you spotted her in the music video for ‘Make Me’ by Janet Jackson! After her fast-paced Hollywood days, Cara is back in Hawaii as a working mom. Join in the fun as we get to know this dancing queen who knows a thing or two about following your heart and accomplishing your dreams.
The Muthaship is headed to Maui! This week, we explore a little-known gem called La'akea Village, where the spirit of community and aloha is thriving. Flaven Clayton and her daughter Abigale, along with Susan Graham and her grandson Zen, join the show to share what it's like to be a part of this magical place in Paia. The non-profit organization offers support for parents navigating towards greater independence for their kids who are intellectually and developmentally disabled. Parents and caregivers say what La'akea Village delivers is vital, especially since special-needs students lose the huge support framework provided by the DOE once they graduate from high school.
Calling all moms and female warriors juggling jobs, kids, activities and family life! This week, we’re celebrating you! Take a guess: How much do you think moms should get paid for all that they do? We’ll break down the six-figure salary and discuss what most moms really want for Mother’s Day! Here’s a hint... Maybe not another coffee mug? Speaking of mugs, grab your glass and join us for a toast, since it’s also the anniversary of our first ‘Muthaship’ podcast! We’re so grateful for our guests and the love and support from all our listeners, so mahalo! Here’s to many more episodes to come!
The authors of a popular children’s book series join us on ‘Muthaship’ this week! Gail Omoto and Jan Dill together have published seven children’s books, including Kai The Opihi Gets the Point, along with Judy Dill and illustrator Garett Omoto. Each story intertwines Hawaiian culture with life lessons and features animals native to Hawaii as the main characters. Omoto and Dill are parents and grandparents and understand the importance of teaching keiki long-lasting values ― and if you’ve ever wanted to write a children’s book, they have some tips to help make your dream a reality!
Meet Edie Markovich, the California teen who just became the youngest person ever to swim across the treacherous Kaiwi Channel! She finished in 14 hours and 27 minutes despite a slightly scary encounter at the start and strong currents along the way. So how did she go from Molokai to Oahu in record time ― and what kept her going? Listen in as Edie describes her grueling but rewarding open ocean challenge and offers tips to those looking to boost their swimming endurance.
For many, she’s the hilarious Hawaii social media star who has a combined following of more than one million people. But Jelyane Shelton says her sense of humor actually originated in a dark place. On this episode of ‘Muthaship,’ the mother of three reveals that she is a survivor of multiple suicide attempts. Knowing what it’s like to feel isolated and alone, Jelayne’s talent for making people laugh turned into a passion to help people feel better about themselves through funny videos. Today, Jelayne is living a healthier life, both mentally and physically. She completed her first Honolulu Marathon at almost 300 pounds and has lost 150 pounds through a healthy diet and exercise ― and the support of family and friends. While social media is Jelayne’s main stage, she continues to assess the pros and cons and how to best juggle being there for her followers and being there for her family.
Actress Kaliko Kauahi joins 'Muthaship' this week! The Kauai native played the wacky character Sandra on NBC's hit comedy Superstore for six successful seasons! Kaliko now lives in California but she's still a local girl at heart and hasn't lost her aloha spirit or pidgin...as you'll see! The Kamehameha grad talks about how she went from the small town of Lawa'i to the big city of Los Angeles and what it took to land her very first role on a national TV show in 2006. Even though people often got tongue-tied saying her name, Kaliko refused to make it more "screen-friendly" and stayed true to her roots. Kaliko's talent and infectious personality won over many directors who cast her for well-known shows like "Parks and Recreation", "Modern Family", "The Big Bang Theory" and "Raven's Home" and her longest running and biggest role on "Superstore". Kaliko says her success is due in part to her upbringing in Hawaii and the values she was taught about hard work, staying grounded and being kind to others.
You know the creak in your knees when you walk up the stairs and the achiness in your back when you get up too quickly? What’s happening to our youth!? This week on ‘Muthaship,’ the girls are on a mission to explore all the ways to try and age gracefully with Dr. Melissa Lawrence, an OB-GYN from Kaiser Permanente. While we’re pretty certain that no real fountain of youth exists, Dr. Lawrence explains that there are steps we all can take now to start feeling young again!
How’s this for a resume! She’s the first Asian American of Filipino descent to be crowned Miss America, a mother of five, an author, a school principal in California ― and a breast cancer survivor. Angela Perez Baraquio Grey joins ‘Muthaship’ this week! As childhood friends, Angela and Steph dish on each other about their shenanigans growing up and celebrate Angela’s many accomplishments and talents along the way... But things take an emotional turn when Angela describes the moment she learned she had breast cancer and talks about the path she eventually took to beat it. With music in her genes, Angela and the girls work up some beats that you’ll definitely have to stick around to enjoy!
A former Rainbow Wahine basketball standout turned female aviator joins us on ‘Muthaship’ this week!
BJ Itoman has been literally soaring to new heights since dazzling fans on the court as an All-WAC point guard for the University of Hawaii. Her career as a pilot for Hawaiian Airlines and the Hawaii Air National Guard have taken her on a year-long deployment to Iraq and numerous humanitarian missions around the world.
The busy mother of two takes looks back on her many sports and career adventures and offers up advice for anyone interested in a career in aviation.
This week on 'Muthaship' we delve into the world of vegan cuisine with vegan chef, television show host and author Lillian Cumic! Lillian shatters the notion that a plant-based diet is boring, talks about the many health benefits of embracing such a change and how you can transform your typical local favorites into vegan versions!
As we near the one-year mark of the coronavirus pandemic here in Hawaii, new data shows there has been a surge of calls for help from victims of domestic violence. It’s for that very reason that Kristin Chong is speaking out publicly for the first time on ‘Muthaship’ about how she survived a brutal beating by her husband 14 years ago. The single mom hopes her story will give victims the strength they need to have a voice ― and the courage to seek help.
Their onolicous pupus have become a must-have for many snack fanatics! This week on 'Muthaship' we talk story with Charis Kihewa, co-founder of "Broke Da' Mouth Pupus" — famous for their local-style pickled onions, pickled cuttlefish and spicy taegu with 'ōpae. The successful snack entrepreneur shares what it takes for her and her husband to operate a business at home while raising six kids — and how the power of social media helped her venture go from a hobby to a full-time, family-run business.
Put on your swimsuit and boardshorts and get ready for an epic ride! We’re catching waves with the Roberson family of Haiku, Maui on ‘Muthaship’ this week! Pro surfer Kaleo Roberson, his wife Tiare, their three teenage sons and baby daughter make up the family of six. The Robersons got thrust into the spotlight recently after 13-year-old Steve became what may be the youngest person to ever surf Jaws during a record winter swell. While Steve gained worldwide fame, his feat also drew criticism over concerns about his safety. The Robersons respond to those concerns and Steve, who has been surfing since the age of 2, walks us through the intense training necessary for big wave surfing. Oh, and we can’t forget the time Kaleo encountered an aggressive tiger shark ― and fought it off to save his family! That, plus advice and encouragement for parents and groms who hope to shred!
Having a child had always been a dream for former Oahu resident Leola Myerly, but she struggled with fertility issues ― and her dreams shattered when she learned she was born without a uterus. Today, Leola and her husband have a healthy baby boy thanks to her “match” through the Hawaii Surrogacy Center. This week on ‘Muthaship,’ Leola explains her surrogacy journey ― from the costs and the match process through her doctors appointments and her son’s birth! She also details the steps she took to prepare her body to self-lactate so that she could breastfeed and bond with her son ― and she shares her words of reassurance and advice for all those who are also trying to start a family.
She’s known for her mouth-watering food posts and her adventures on the long-running blog ― Catherine Toth Fox joins us on ‘Muthaship’ this week!
The editor of Hawaii Magazine joins the show to chat it up with Steph, Brooke and Noli about her bizarre interview with Hollywood actor Ben Affleck, what it took to write a children’s book and how she coped with miscarriages and the difficulties of getting pregnant.
Cat also unleashes her humorous side as she offers a personal account of the good, the bad and the ugly of motherhood.
Kea Peahu, the star of the new Netflix movie Finding ‘Ohana, joins us on the ‘Muthaship’ this week, along with her mom Sanoi!
Since leaving Oahu for acting and dancing jobs at the age of 7, it’s been quite a ride for the former Kapolei native. From winning “World of Dance” to touring with Jennifer Lopez as a back-up dancer, the 13-year-old takes us on her journey to Hollywood.
But there were challenges along the way, including dealing with homesickness, juggling work and school, and ― at least for for mom, Sanoi ― keeping the family safe, grounded and grateful.
In this week's episode of 'Muthaship,' get ready to be inspired by a 12-year-old girl turned successful entrepreneur! Cassidy Crowley is the inventor of the 'Baby Toon,' a chew toy and baby spoon all-in-one that's now sold in more than 4,000 stores and online across the U.S.! How did this 6th grader from Iolani School manage to strike a deal with giant company Munchkin? Cassidy and her mom Lori share their amazing story, and you don't want to miss her encouraging advice for aspiring keiki!
This week on ‘Muthaship,’ we shine the spotlight on the first female fire captain in Hawaii County history ― Melanie Keolanui!
It’s a title that Mel admits comes with a lot of pressure and challenges, since meeting the demands of her first responder duties while being a mother to a 10-year-old son isn’t easy.
But ultimately, Mel says: “It doesn’t matter what gender you are. If you put in the work, you can do it!”
A year into her new role, Melanie is already changing the mindset of young girls who aren’t used to seeing women in firefighting gear. With her drive to succeed as an all-star high school and college athlete, and her dad’s legacy as her biggest motivator, Mel says she isn’t done making a difference in the community just yet!
The ‘Muthaship’ kicks off the new year with freediving huntress and national spearfishing champion Kimi Werner! The island celebrity with a huge following on Instagram talks about her many ocean adventures ― including swimming with a great white shark and freediving in the frigid waters of Antarctica, surrounded by glaciers! Despite her exciting worldwide travels, Kimi says her biggest adventure yet is motherhood. Oh, and did you know she’s also a certified culinary chef? Wait’ll you hear about her local favorites, made with food she harvests herself from sea and land!
Celebrate the New Year with the Muthaship! We’re saying goodbye to 2020 and welcoming in new beginnings. This week, Steph, Brooke and Noli reflect on the positives that came out of the year and what we can look forward to in 2021.
Get ready to crack up as ‘Da Braddahs’ take over the ‘Muthaship’ this week! Tony Silva and James Roche have been making Hawaii laugh for 25 years ― and they’re more than comedians. Da Braddahs are an island staple and a source of local pride for all who grew up watching them. This week, the hilarious duo reveals how they got started and how they came up with the ideas for all the ethnic and cultural characters we’ve come to know and love ― from the Samoan father-and-son tree trimmers to the clueless cops! Silva and Roche also reflect on fatherhood, the devastating blow of the pandemic on their industry and the future of comedy in Hawaii. Having been around for over two decades, Silva and Roche say: “Eh, no get nuts, we not pau yet!” Buckle up and enjoy the ride as the laughs keep coming in this unpredictable episode of the ‘Muthaship’!
Mandy Yamamoto gave up her financial advising career to become a successful full-time business owner. She offers the first steps to take to own your own business, and she and the girls discuss the importance of teaching your children the value of managing your finances.
Jennifer Hino & Clarisse Lavatai share their recipe for success with Girls Who Bake. Two women from Hawaii took a leap of faith and quit their jobs to start up their own bakery. They combined their diverse backgrounds in business, math, science and to get their business off the ground!
Tanna Dang shares the story of how she and her husband adjusted to the challenges of the pandemic and reinvented their formula for online shopping. The result? This year, sales at their online store outpaced revenues that were generated at their brick-and-mortar Eden In Love location last year.
Bring out the tissue box and get ready for an emotional journey with Liane Chong, the author of a new book titled Hope Inspires Strength.
Liane shares with the ‘Muthaship’ how she overcame insurmountable odds and back-to-back tragedies, including the sudden death of a family member and an unexpected outcome following the birth of her second child.
Despite the hardships, Liane decided to succeed ― and she is now thriving as a successful entrepreneur and motivational speaker. Liane hopes her story will help others realize one thing: No matter what challenges you face, you can survive setbacks in life and come out stronger.
Happy Thanksgiving! For the first time, the ‘Muthaship’ and some friends invite you to their special gathering place ― the garage! All of your senses are required as Steph, Brooke and Noli reflect on (and take you to!) the places most dear to their hearts — especially on this week of gratitude. Be on the virtual look-out for plenty of good food, thought-provoking games and from-the-heart kanikapila!
Now, perhaps more than ever, the services provided by therapists and psychologists are in demand.
The stress of the pandemic is affecting marriages, divorce rates and relationships. It’s impacting how we interact with our children, and how our children interact with each other. And it’s undeniably taken a toll on our mental health.
This week on the ‘Muthaship’, Dr. Annie Rohr ― a clinical psychologist and marriage and family therapist from Honolulu ― discusses strategies to cope with the stress, fear and anxiety about the pandemic and the future, as well as how to address the challenges in your marriage and when (or if) you should make plans to go your separate ways.
Dr. Rohr also talks about her personal struggle with postpartum anxiety as a new mother, and why it’s so important for parents to pay close attention to how their children are feeling during these tough times.
Most importantly, as Dr. Rohr says you are not alone ― it may take awhile, but we can all get through this together.
HONOLULU, Hawaii (HawaiiNewsNow) - She has beauty, poise, confidence and an unmistakable voice ― and did we mention the sheer gracefulness she displays through hula? Natalie Ai Kamauu is one of Hawaii’s most talented musical artists. She’s a five-time Na Hoku Hanohano Award winner as Best Female Vocalist, a Grammy Award nominee, and a former Miss Aloha Hula. But this week, the busy mother of two shares with Steph, Brooke and Noli that sometimes time in the limelight can trigger anxiety and panic attacks. This week on ‘Muthaship,’ Natalie shares how she overcomes negativity in her life and how her mother and father ― through music, love and hula ― shaped her life and taught her the value of hard work and staying humble and true to yourself. Natalie also shares tips all parents can use about the importance of maintaining honest and open communication with your children, encouraging them to find their passion and not being afraid to express endless love ― oh, and that splurging on your favorite chocolate cake every now and then is a smart move! (Oh, and stay tuned for an impromptu kanikapila from Natalie and her husband, Iolani!)
Tech experts have described our current place in history as 'The Streaming Era’ ― and this week on ‘Muthaship,’ we talk story with a local boy who is now working for one of the most valuable brands in the world. As one of the directors of Amazon Prime Video, Wade Wakashige shares his perspective on how local businesses need to adapt to survive these changing times, Hawaii’s pandemic-related brain drain, and the new skills students should learn now to meet the demands of emerging companies.
So you’ve finished putting together the Halloween costumes and you’re done planning pandemic-friendly activities for the evening ― now what!? Take a moment for yourself (or with the older kids in the room!) to relax and unwind as you listen to the tantalizing Hawaiian ghost stories of Lopaka Kapanui of Mysteries of Hawaii! While the tales are bound to give you chicken skin, Lopaka also offers valuable life lessons that come intertwined with stories of the past and ancient Hawaiian history. In one story, Lopaka shares how a spiritual gift was bestowed upon him after a near-brush with death. And over time, after numerous spiritual encounters and a revelation from his mother, Lopaka learned that storytelling his true purpose. In this week’s podcast, Steph, Brooke and Noli find out that Lopaka has many abilities ― among them, being a bridge between the living and the dead. And if you’re scared, relax! It isn’t all doom and gloom. Lopaka also reveals what we can all learn from the past in order to make our lives better today!
She has that sweet, familiar voice; that heart-warming twinkle in her eye; and a penchant for ending every broadcast with “a hui ho,” or “until we meet again.”
This week, the ‘Muthaship’ celebrates one of Hawaii’s first female anchors: Leslie Wilcox. After 48 years as a journalist and nearly 14 as the successful chief executive of PBS Hawaii, Wilcox is leaving Hawaii to care for a sick family member in San Antonio, Texas.
In this week’s episode, Wilcox shares stories about how she overcame the challenges of working in a male-dominated news industry at the young age of 18 and how her career path in journalism unexpectedly opened the door to her next job as the head of a public television station.
As she prepares for a new life in a new town, please join Steph, Brooke and Noli ― who grew up watching the local news icon ― in sending a warm ‘mahalo’ to Leslie Wilcox for enriching Hawaii with her many stories, her passion for community service, and her legacy of original programs, including ‘Hiki No’ and ‘Long Story Short’.
Aloha, Leslie!
With COVID-19 cases on the rise around the world, there’s little debate that this year will feature a Halloween unlike any other.
But if the coronavirus is on your mind, and you still don’t know what you’ll be doing with the kids on October 31, no worry beef curry ― the Muthaship has you covered!
This week, Steph, Brooke and Noli go island hopping to check in on Halloween events and need-to-know info with Christi Young of Honolulu Family Magazine, Alma Tassi of Maui Family Magazine, Valerie Saiki of Kauai Family Magazine and Max Dible from Big Island Now. Combined, they have the scary scoops on all the Halloween events in your community and the fun activities to do at home!
We also learn more about how to trick-or-treat safely and make this year a spook-tacularly safe Halloween for you and your family!
As the American public and the rest of the world await the unveiling of a viable coronavirus vaccine, plenty of people keep coming back to the same question: What else can we do to keep ourselves healthy, in the middle of a global pandemic? This week on ‘Muthaship,’ Dr. Stacie Han, a licensed naturopathic doctor and acupuncturist, shares a few of the natural ways you can stay healthy, including a run-down of which foods may help boost your immune system during these stressful times.
With our new stay-at-home society paired with distance learning, social media, and video games, it’s easy to lose focus. Dr. Michael Ching is a developmental-behavioral pediatric specialist in Honolulu. In this episode he offers up some tips for families dealing with device drama.
In search of a good laugh? It may just be the best medicine to help us get through these tough times. This week on ‘Muthaship,’ the girls invite you to risk feeling vulnerable and to tap into your silly side for a lesson in improv! We’re joined this week by Hawaii 5-0 and Magnum P.I. star Kimee Balmilero, as well as Mililani mom Susan Hawes, from Improv Hawaii. Play along and learn some of the fun exercises that parents, kids and the whole family can do at home to break away from some of the day-to-day distance learning and monotonous routines!
This week, we’re cleaning house on the ‘Muthaship’ ... well, sort of! This episode is all about using your time at home to organize and declutter ― you know, all that stuff sitting around that you keep saying to yourself you’ll get to one day but never do? Karen Simon, the author of “Solving the Organizing Puzzle,” offers small steps you can take now to make a big difference in clearing out clutter, ways to get your children involved while teaching them the importance of having an organized space, and how to know when it’s time to part ways with something you’ve held onto for too long. Have fun tidying up ― and check out the ‘Muthaship’ Facebook page for some before-and-afters!
We’re so excited to release an episode we recorded before the pandemic with Olena Heu. The former TV news anchor and marketing professional was recently honored by the Susan G. Komen Hawaii Foundation for her courageous decision to have a double mastectomy due to her family’s history of breast cancer. In this episode, Olena talks about her life-changing decision, why she decided not to have reconstructive surgery, and her passion for helping empower women ― with the message that true beauty doesn’t lie in your physical features, but within you.
Remember the Best Buy security guard who went viral for stopping an accused shoplifter in Aiea?
Summer Tapasa now has a new home, and a dream job with a famous boss! Just before the pandemic, Summer joined the ‘Muthaship’ to talk about the moment that forever changed her life, her decision to do “the right thing,” and advice to parents raising millenials.
We came away absolutely inspired, so we’re excited to share Summer’s story and valuable words of wisdom with all of you!
This week, the Muthaship goes high-tech!
We’re learning about two new apps that’ll soon be rolled out by the state to boost contact tracing efforts. One uses GPS to track where you’ve been, and the other details possible close contacts, to make contact tracing faster.
Brandon Kurisu, the President of AIO Digital, responds to concerns about privacy and explains how the apps, which are called Aloha Safe Alert and Aloha Safe Story, could help Hawaii in the battle against the coronavirus.
We're now well into another stay-at-home on Oahu, and some parents — between working from home and all the distance learning — may be in need of a lifeline. The Muthaship has your back! From free educational activities for your children to advice on preventing burnout while juggling work and stress around the house, Honolulu Family Magazine’s editorial director Christi Young is here with some helpful tips.
As Oahu enters a second stay-at-home lockdown, the 'Muthaship' is launching a new series featuring COVID-19 survivors.
45-year-old Ryan Ragaza-Bourassa is a former Iolani School football star who was named an all-state defensive lineman. He now lives in Spokane, Washington with his wife and two sons.
Doctors called Ryan's case a 'miracle' because of the severity of his illness and his close brush with death. Ragaza spent a month in the hospital — and for two weeks of that time, he was in a medically-induced coma and on a ventilator.
As Oahu enters a second stay-at-home lockdown, the 'Muthaship' is launching a new series featuring COVID-19 survivors.
40-year-old Rei Heen, a former Hawaii resident, lives in Snohomish County, Washington — where the United States saw its first-ever known coronavirus case.
Heen says she became infected shortly after the traveler (the so-called Patient Zero) from Wuhan, China was admitted to the hospital.
As Oahu enters a second stay-at-home lockdown, the 'Muthaship' is launching a new series featuring COVID-19 survivors.
Episode 19 features one of the very first Hawaii residents to become infected with the coronavirus: 34-year-old Sarah Bolles of Salt Lake. Bolles spent three weeks on a ventilator in a medically-induced coma and is believed to have been Hawaii's 19th case of coronavirus.
The mother of an 11-year-old daughter says she remembers being surrounded by people in hazmat suits and having to relearn how to walk, raise her hands and comb her hair.
In the era of quarantining and coronavirus lock-downs, home isn’t a safe place for everyone.
In this episode on domestic violence and toxic relationships, Marian Diop wants to help others find their power ― opening up about her years-long abusive marriage, how she found the courage to leave, and what it took to navigate a healthy and productive path toward becoming a full-time business coach and small business owner — all while raising three children.
With Hawaii’s coronavirus infection rates soaring, doctors are warning of the real possibility that local hospitals could reach maximum capacity by the end of the month.
This week on 'Muthaship,' we hear first-hand from an ICU doctor, an internal medicine doctor and two pediatricians about the seriousness of the COVID crisis in our state. From a parent’s perspective, they also share their concerns about how easily the virus is transmitted, what the signs of a COVID-infected child are, and what we can do to strengthen our immune system to help safeguard against the virus.
It’s an episode packed with lots of useful information to (hopefully) help ease your anxiety about this new norm.
Today would have been the first day of fall classes at Hawaii public schools. Now, students are scheduled to return on August 17th — at least, for now.
This week on ‘Muthaship’ we hear from teachers who are parents, including an award-winning educator at Waipahu High School and a teacher who is expecting her second child.
They share how they’re doing their best to prepare classrooms with what supplies they have, how they're using their own money to buy some of the necessities, and their greatest fears about going back to school — including the prospect of bringing the virus home to their families.
Together, they link up with Steph, Noli and Brooke to talk about how the community can show support for educators during this uncertain time of schooling.
More parents are considering homeschooling versus sending their kids back to school in the middle of the pandemic... But where do you start? Can you really pull off the job of a teacher, and how do you know if your child is on track or falling behind? And where do you even get the resources? On this week's episode of 'Muthaship,' three homeschooling moms have those answers and more for families considering making the switch.
Classrooms across the state will look a lot different as kids head back to school in a couple weeks. As parents receive their school's reopening plans, the muthas join other moms in a conversation about their thoughts and concerns heading into this new normal — plus, they spill the beans on where they're shopping for the best back to school deals.
Two moms who once called Hawaii home take us through the daunting moments involved in giving birth in a state that has one of the highest totals of confirmed coronavirus cases in the nation: California.
Ray and Marcie Dela Cruz say their quintuplets were "an answer to prayer."
The four boys and one girl are the first and only quintuplets born in the state.
Kapena, Kaolu, Keahi and Kupono are identical quadruplets. The parents named their daughter Kamalii.
Two friends of the Muthaship ― Kimmy Wada and Celeste Scruggs, both mothers who also work as hospital nurses ― reveal their thoughts on the current coronavirus crisis, concerns over our government reopening and the recent spikes in states across the nation — including Hawaii.
You've met the muthas... Now meet the faddahs! Ryan, Davin and Eleu join Steph, Noli and Brooke in this special Father's Day episode. The dads get a heart-warming surprise from their kids and talk about the many challenges and rewards of fatherhood.
With so much going on in the world today, it's as important as ever to make sure your health and wellness remain a priority. This week, the moms talk longevity, dealing with anxiety and the secrets to staying healthy — plus the Muthaship stops for Steph's birthday celebration!
Tiki Suan, a long-time friend of the ‘Muthaship’ crew, stops by to talk about her experiences with fertility cryo services, artificial insemination and becoming a same-sex mom in Hawaii. This is more of a mature conversation than usual, so if you’re listening somewhere around the kids, you might want to have them put on a movie!
This graduation season is unlike any other for both high school and college seniors as they celebrate their milestones amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Steph, Noli and Brooke have some encouraging words for the class of 2020 and their parents.
Steph, Brooke and Noli open the show with a rendition of his song ‘Good Morning,’ then reflect on the life and legacy of Hawaiian music icon Willie K., who died this week after a two-year battle with cancer.
With the kids at home during the stay-at-home orders brought on by coronavirus, the Instant Pot provides parents with an easy way to get meals done despite everything else going on. So who better than to give the gang a cooking lesson than Paula Bender, who runs the Aloha Instant Pot Community in Hawaii?
Moms everywhere are shining amid a global coronavirus pandemic. In this special Mother's Day episode of 'Muthaship' we introduce you to Steph's mom, Mama Lum, for some guidance and inspiration.
Hawaii families are struggling to balance work and child care during the statewide shutdown related to the coronavirus pandemic. In Episode 3 of 'Muthaship,' hosts Stephanie Lum, Brooke Kane and Noli Kazama talk about how they're handling everything from careers to kids.
Legendary local musician Robi Kahakalau drops by to talk about her love for music, her experiences growing up as a child in Europe, and her favorite local artists — plus, a jam session with Robi, Steph, Brooke and Noli!
Eh, howzit! Welcome to Muthaship, the new podcast from Hawaii News Now anchor Stephanie Lum and her two best friends, Noli and Brooke. In our premiere episode, Steph talks coronavirus and the girls break down the meaning behind the word Muthaship!