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The Conversation

Hawaii Public Radiowww.hawaiipublicradio.org
Whether you live in our state or far from our shores, you’ll know what’s happening in Hawaiʻi with HPR's daily hour of locally focused discussions of public affairs, ideas, culture and the arts. Guests from across the islands and around the world provide perspectives on life in Hawaiʻi — and issues that have not yet reached Hawaiʻi. Hosted by HPR's Catherine Cruz. Have something to say? Send a comment to talkback@hawaiipublicradio.org or call our talkback line at 808-792-8217.
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Episodes

The Conversation: Papaya disease; AI app for keiki

Researcher Glenn Dulla discusses a new report on a deadly papaya disease and what the threat means for Hawaiʻi's agriculture; An app uses artificial intelligence to help kids surf the web safely

Aug 26, 202452 min

The Conversation: Rail contract update; Maui music nonprofit to take final bow

HART's CEO discusses next steps for Honolulu's rail system; We look closer at levels of post-pandemic utility disconnections; Malu i Ka ‘Ulu talks about psychological problems related to fire survivors living in mid-term housing; A Maui music nonprofit shares why they're closing the curtain this weekend

Aug 22, 202452 min

The Conversation: Football Hana Hou

With football season upon us, the Conversation is re-airing interviews highlighting notable players with Hawaiʻi ties.

Aug 16, 202453 min

The Conversation: Mauka to makai hana hou

During this hour of The Conversation, we have a hana hou show looking at conservation in Hawaiʻi, from mauka to makai. We're re-airing some of our favorite interviews with organizations and people working to preserve or restore our land and waters.

Aug 02, 202453 min

The Conversation: Kula fire fallout; Hawaiʻi-born sprinter in Olympics

Maui residents on road damage from fire cleanup efforts; The state and a maritime archeologist weigh in on the fate of the Falls of Clyde; A beloved local artist discusses his work in a new joke book; Guam's Olympic flagbearer prepares for track-and-field events in Paris

Jul 26, 202454 min
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