Mixed Plate w/Richard: Recent Episodes
Richard Kiyabu
A chance to sit down and talk story with different people and discussing family, food, travel, and everything else in between.
Summer is upon us, how are you planning your vacations this summer? With the continued rise if cost of things, does it affect how you plan things and where you go? Airfare can be tricky with delays and long layovers, but also the price of gas can also cause you to rethink being on the road. I'd love to hear what you do to plan your vacations and how cost affects those decisions.
We dive into “LOVE” and how we love. Admiring those who celebrate anniversary’s that are over 30 years. But with love come lost and hurt. The pain of losing a loved one. We also talk about some romantic movies I’ve recently watched on Netflix. Join me.
Whats your take on today's amusement parks? Cost? Which one do you enjoy going to? Any memories from a certain park? For me as a long time Disneyland Annual Pass Member it's one of the great places I enjoy visiting no matter the cost. I also have great childhood memories at Sea World. But with the rise in cost to attend these amusement parks, is it pricing out a lot of people and the memories that are so fun to have?
Spring is upon us and I've decided to take a trip back home to celebrate my 50th B-Day. On my journey down, I almost experience a tornado, drove through a hail storm, dense fog, high winds, and rain. Spending a few days at the Pala Casino RV Resort. Wanted to just touch base with my listeners and discuss Wrestlemania 40 and the Mens NCAA Final Four.
I'm back after some life changes and finding was to turn my life upside down. From the struggles of going through a divorce to trying to find my purpose I wanted to be RAW on my feelings and the struggles I am going through. The pain I still face with my parents death. Going me as we discuss come hard topics. And I do hope to be back on track to grow this channel.
Coming back home is always an eye opener. How things have changed and the memories you get to relive. My trip back to San Diego was a fun experience this time around. Take a listen to my journey.
We dive into Comfort Food but in my way...Island Style. Growing up in Hawaii I was blessed to have tried many different cultures of food. These memories of places I remember growing up eating brings back memories of times spent in Hawaii and with my family. From Zippy's to Leonard's Bakery. I also encourage you to check out Youtuber "Sean Kaleponi" of Hawaiian Traveler who does an amazing job showcasing the many foods of Hawaii. Do you have a place you dine at as a child that brought you comfort? Is it still there? Love the to hear from you...Mixedplatepod@gmail.com and please follow me on Instagram @Mixedplate_podcast
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We all struggle in life and for some it's just to much. Suicide is growing in numbers and affecting people throughout the world. It leaves people left behind with unanswered questions and mourning. Mr. Vavao joins me as well as we discuss the growing numbers affecting the Pacific Islander community. If you know someone who is struggling with depression or suicide have them call 988 for help.
Super Bowl Sunday!! But at what cost do we play this game? The concussions players face and goes straight down to the youth's of the sport. Is enough being done? Would you pull your child or yourself away from the game knowing the serious impact it can have on your life. CTE is unfortunately to much of a common name associated with football.
"The Void" Talking about the lost of a parent and the void it leaves. I lost both my parents in 2017 and it impacted my life to this day. The grief that I felt and carry and the overwhelming hurt.
We are gathering our guest together and inviting them to join us as we get a chance to "Talk Story" about anything that comes up. We'd love to hear from you if you'd like to be a quest on our show so please email us at Mixedplatepod@gmail.com. Please ensure you stay tune as Episode 1 will be on air soon!