Episodes

  • The Freedom Hour 3-21-26

    The Freedom Hour 3-21-26
    Mar 21 2026
    Episode 77 (21 March 2026): Today’s Freedom Hour – Serving Our Community in the Storm. This episode is dedicated to disaster preparedness and supporting Hawai‘i’s communities as Kona Lows bring flooding, outages, and uncertainty across the islands. We focus on what people need to know right now—how to stay safe, where to find help, and how to prepare for rapidly changing conditions. From immediate safety to community support, the conversation highlights resilience in action. In Hawai‘i, we face challenges together—and care for one another.
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    52 mins
  • Community Matters 3-15-26

    Community Matters 3-15-26
    Mar 20 2026
    On this week's episode of Community Matters, Rick Hamada talks with Chef Lee Anne Wong about the role of food both as a community necessity and a community cultural touchstone.
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    30 mins
  • Community Matters 3-8-26

    Community Matters 3-8-26
    Mar 14 2026
    On this week's episode of Community Matters, Rick Hamada talks with Rep. Diamond Garcia about current bills pending in the Hawaii Legislature.
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    30 mins
  • The Freedom Hour 3-14-26

    The Freedom Hour 3-14-26
    Mar 14 2026
    Episode 76 (14 March 2026): Today’s Freedom Hour – Crossover at the Capitol: The Bills Shaping Hawai‘i’s Future. Crossover is a pivotal moment in the Hawai‘i legislative session, when only a small number of bills survive to continue moving toward becoming law. This episode explores several of the most consequential crossover bills — from emergency powers and election administration to immigration policy, healthcare autonomy, housing development, and AI regulation. Join us as we break down what these proposals mean for Hawai‘i and how citizens can stay engaged in the process.
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    53 mins
  • Duke Ah Moo, Vice President and Commercial Director, Hawaii and French Polynesia will represent Hilton 3.9.26

    Duke Ah Moo, Vice President and Commercial Director, Hawaii and French Polynesia will represent Hilton 3.9.26
    Mar 9 2026
    Rick Hamada is joined by Duke Ah Moo, Vice President and Commercial Director, Hawaii and French Polynesia will represent Hilton. Listen now!
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    16 mins
  • Hawaii Theatre Hour: Wine Before Nine 3.6.26

    Hawaii Theatre Hour: Wine Before Nine 3.6.26
    Mar 8 2026
    Hawaii Theatre Hour is back with Wine Before Nine! Listen now!
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    38 mins
  • The Freedom Hour 3-7-26

    The Freedom Hour 3-7-26
    Mar 7 2026
    Episode 75 (7 March 2026): Today’s Freedom Hour – Kalihi Voices: How Local Leaders Shape Hawai‘i’s Future. This episode welcomes community advocate Amanda Ybanez for a conversation about grassroots leadership and the power of neighborhoods to shape Hawai‘i’s future. From neighborhood boards to community initiatives, we explore how everyday residents step forward to address local challenges and influence broader policy conversations. Through stories of service and hope, the discussion highlights how communities actions can inspire the next generation of leaders across our islands.
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    55 mins
  • Diamond Garcia 3.6.26

    Diamond Garcia 3.6.26
    Mar 6 2026
    Rick Hamada is joined by Diamond Garcia, listen now!
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    30 mins