On this Valentine's Day episode, we have a special guest who embodies the spirit of what 'Uncut' is all about: Keilana, a multi-talented musician, award-winning singer/songwriter and Kamehameha Schools alum. 'Uncut' is a platform for entrepreneurs, change-makers, and creatives, and Keilana fits that bill perfectly. She has been grinding for over a decade to reach the heights of success she's at today. Join us as we delve into the topic of self-love and the importance of stepping out of one's com...
Feb 15, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Season 3Ep. 4
Kimo Kennedy is an Artist Manager & Co-Founder of Eleven 17 Creative. The Hawai'i Kai-native began his career as the tour manager for the wildly successful band, The Green, before managing other local artists such as J Boog, Kimie and Anuhea. He worked his way up the music management scene before eventually moving home and collaborating with Zak Noyle on their creative agency, Eleven 17. Kimo says he's comfortable being the guy behind the scenes so it was great to get him in front of the cam...
Jan 31, 2023•52 min•Season 3Ep. 3
Jasper Wong does it all. He’s an artist, illustrator, art director and curator. His work has been displayed in exhibitions all over the world with an impressive roster of clients including Hulu, NBA, Uniqlo, Versace, Microsoft, Bloomingdale's, Neiman Marcus, Toyota, Marvel and more. Many people know him as the creator and lead director of World Wide Walls (formerly POW! WOW!), which is a non-profit organization of contemporary artists committed to community enrichment through the creation of art...
Jan 23, 2023•1 hr•Season 3Ep. 2
McKenna Maduli is the Emmy Award Winning creator and host of Talk Story with McKenna Maduli, a weekly Hawaiian variety show on Hawaii News Now in Honolulu. We had Mckenna on UNCUT for season two and just had to bring her back to open season three (and the new year) with us. In this episode we get deep into MANIFESTING. What manifesting means to us, some 2023 goals and how manifesting and visualizing has turned dreams into reality for Mckenna, Andrew and Kolby. Find McKenna here: www.instagram.co...
Jan 14, 2023•37 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Our last UNCUT episode of 2022! Wow, thank you for all your encouragement and support in this first year of UNCUT. In this episode, Andrew and Kolby talk about why they started UNCUT and the highs, challenges and lessons so far. We are looking forward to sharing more conversations with you in 2023. Please like, subscribe, comment and share this episode with a friend! Connect Andrew and Kolby here: www.uncuthawaii.com https://www.instagram.com/uncut_hawaii https://www.instagram.com/kolbymoser htt...
Dec 29, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Season 2Ep. 16
Our last UNCUT guest of 2022 and we definitely saved one of the best for last!! Owner of the wildly popular brand Eden in Love, business guru and former godmother of the wedding industry.... Tanna Dang joins us to talk about her journey to find business and personal success. She also gives us her simple take on how to CHANGE THE WORLD. This episode is a must-watch for anyone looking to discover more joy and fulfillment in 2023. Please like, subscribe, comment and share this episode with a friend...
Dec 20, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Season 2Ep. 15
If you're in need of a hug... this episode is it. Chef Mark "Gooch" Noguchi joins us to talk about his fascinating journey through different places, careers, fatherhood and his take on life. Gooch was born and raised in Mānoa Valley, O‘ahu. He found himself in Hilo in his early twenties dancing hula with Hālau o Kekuhi -- which awakened his passion for a life of building community through food. Gooch and his wife Amanda Corby Noguchi started Pili Group, over a decade ago, and dedicated their liv...
Dec 07, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Season 2Ep. 14
Actor, author and social media superstar Pashyn Santos joins UNCUT Hawaii for a special Thanksgiving Episode. She talks about the early days of social media, her rise and how she's carved her own lane in content creation. This episode has it all... laughs (obvi), tears and an unexpected musical interruption at the worst time ever LOL. We hope you enjoy this episode and thank you for supporting!!! Please like, subscribe, comment and share this episode with a friend! Find Pashyn here: https://www....
Nov 24, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Season 2Ep. 13
Kamaka Dias is the host of Hawaiiverse Podcast and a Hilo boy who completed “The Race to 50k” — paying off $50,000 of college debt in less than a year by volunteering to help people in need. In this episode we talk about growing up in Hawaiian immersion schools, volunteering in the Peace Corps, some of the random things he did to raise $50,000 and starting Hawaiiverse Podcast. We are inspired by Kamaka’s passion to help, give back to the community and spread positive vibes in all he does. Listen...
Sep 30, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Season 2Ep. 12
Keola Naka'ahiki Rapozo is a Native Hawaiian Designer and co-founder of the wildly popular, world-renowned brand FITTED. In this episode, Ola talks about how childhood jobs and interests helped prepare him for the work he does today and how leaning into curiosity will lead you to a path of success and purpose. Find Ola here: www.instagram.com/cakezinni www.instagram.com/fitted www.fittedhawaii.com Connect Andrew and Kolby here: www.uncuthawaii.com https://www.instagram.com/uncut_hawaii https://w...
Sep 29, 2022•1 hr 14 min•Season 2Ep. 11
Kimié Miner is a Grammy-nominated producer, singer-songwriter, and recording artist. She is also the President and CEO of HAKU COLLECTIVE, a full-service, multi-media talent production and management group. She has written and co-produced five-award-winning albums including the Grammy-nominated album, “Hawaiian Lullaby.” In this episode, Kimie talks about her journey as an artist, that spans over two decades. The challenges, lessons, finding her own unique voice and transitioning to becoming a b...
Sep 14, 2022•57 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Shar Tuiasoa (aka Punky Aloha) is a freelance illustrator based in Kailua, Oahu. Her iconic "tita bun" and Polynesian beauties can be found EVERYWHERE and has collaborated with Apple, Facebook, Disney, Pixar, AT&T, Sephora, Benefit Cosmetics, and The New York Times as well as locally with Honolulu Magazine, Hawaii Magazine, and Hawaii Business Magazine, Honolulu Museum of Art, and Foodland. After studying Fine Art at her local community college for 6 years, Shar moved to California to earn h...
Sep 14, 2022•40 min•Season 2Ep. 10
Micah Banks has been called a "Legend" in the radio world - starting out as an intern at just 18-years old and now one of the youngest Program Directors ever for Hawaii's Krater 96 and Power 104.3. And, that's just the tip of the iceberg. Micah is an entrepreneur, host and music producer - his singles "Screenshots" and "Want To" has over 1.5 million streams worldwide. Hustling from before the sun rises into the early morning hours, Micah talks about his drive, his why and what's next. One of the...
Sep 07, 2022•55 min•Season 2Ep. 9
The KŪ Project has taken social media by storm - with the most life-giving perspectives, rooted in culture for our modern world. Founder Daniel Aipa was born and raised in Kailua, Oahu. He is known as many things; Coach, Artist, Writer, Speaker, Activist and KŪ (to stand tall). Daniel spent the past 12 years exploring and learning what it means to be KŪ - bringing ancient Hawaiian wisdom and practices to our modern day holistic approach to health and wellness. In this episode, Daniel talks about...
Aug 30, 2022•51 min•Season 2Ep. 8
McKenna Maduli is the Emmy Award Winning creator and host of Talk Story with McKenna Maduli, a weekly Hawaiian variety show on Hawaii News Now in Honolulu. The show celebrates all things entertainment and shines a light on the many talented people who come from the islands in music, fashion, art, hula and the Hawaiian culture. McKenna traveled the globe as an Entertainment Reporter for most of her adult life - interviewing the world's biggest celebrities on multiple red carpets - before receivin...
Aug 23, 2022•44 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Eight businesses, eight keiki and this queen is not slowing down anytime soon! Malia Kaaihue is an entrepreneur, leader, creator and mama. Some of her companies include DTL Hawaii, Āina Archaeology, Aloha Modern, not to mention a doTERRA Founder 2.0 & Blue Diamond. There is nothing this powerhouse cannot do! In this episode, Malia shares where her inspiration comes from, how to find your path and purpose and how to create a life you love. You DO NOT want to miss this! Find Malia here: www.in...
Aug 18, 2022•53 min•Season 2Ep. 6
We're all about leveling up our lives and businesses, whether it be through body hacking, productivity or an upgrade in lifestyle. Today, we have Essential Oil Expert and Wellness Advocate Ashley Kema breaking down what we need to know about essential oils and natural solutions. Whether it be energy, healing or elevating your mood - Ashley says, "there's an oil for that!" We also talk about her journey to starting Gold Drop Society and how she manages to do it ALL including raising four mini man...
Aug 09, 2022•37 min•Season 2Ep. 5
After a nearly 20 year drought, Hawaii won a James Beard Award! Earlier this summer, Robynne Maii - Chef and owner of Fete in Chinatown - won Best Chef for the Northwest & Pacific region. Chef Maii is the first winner from Hawaii since 2003 and the first woman of Hawaiian ancestry to receive the prestigious honor. It was amazing chatting with Chef about her culinary journey, where her inspiration comes from and how she’s shaking up the restaurant industry. Don’t miss this episode!! Find Chef...
Aug 02, 2022•1 hr 13 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Gabe Amey is kind of a badass. The Saint Louis High School grad is the founder of Hawaii VA Loans and VAMBA as well as Hawaii VA Games, Hawaii VA Foundations, RISEHI and Our Kupuna. His list of accomplishments is impressive and include playing professional football for 5 years, being inducted into the Menlo College Athletic Hall of Fame, Pacific Business News' "40 Under 40," and AMA's Young Marketer of the Year, to name a few. Gabe joins UNCUT Hawaii to talk about starting a non-profit but also ...
Jul 27, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Season 2Ep. 3
OOOOOoh, talk about a juicy episode! Our favorite DJ turned Spiritual Healer Riana Stellburg is back to deep dive on all things spiritual. We talk about the benefits of breath work, tarot cards, psychic abilities and how to tap into these tools to help you live a fuller life. Plus, Riana's parking trick that we challenge you to try and how to call in gifts into your life. If you haven't watched Riana's first episode where she talks about how she got into spirituality - listen to that one first! ...
Jul 20, 2022•56 min•Season 2Ep. 2
O’ahu Real Estate mogul Ben Feiman joins UNCUT Hawaii to talk about the “State of Real Estate” in Hawai’i. Is NOW the time to buy, even though interest rates are going up? What about the crash? We were also floored to hear about Ben’s life hacks and how his daily practices helped him climb the real estate ladder in record time. Please like, share and let us know what you loved about this episode! Find Ben here: https://www.fieman.com/about/ https://www.instagram.com/benfieman/ https://www.youtub...
Jul 12, 2022•52 min•Season 2Ep. 1
IT'S A WRAP!! Kolby and Andrew interview EACH OTHER for the final episode of Season 1. They talk about their own personal and professional journeys, how they met, why they started UNCUT Hawaii and their favorite moments of the season. Grab a glass of tequila, let's get deep! Mahalo for supporting UNCUT Hawaii. Please share, like, subscribe and comment! Follow UNCUT Hawaii on instagram for inspo and more fun content @uncut_hawaii or check us out at www.uncuthawaii.com Follow Kolby at @kolbymoser ...
Jun 03, 2022•41 min•Season 1Ep. 12
She's the friendly face you see on the news everyday with a giant appetite for adventure and a passion to serve the people of Hawai'i. Ashley Nagaoka is an Emmy-award winning News Anchor and Reporter for Hawaii News Now. In this episode, Ash talks about the catastrophic event, early in her childhood, that started her on the path to journalism, working in DC when Hawai'i ruled the White House, and her favorite (and worst) moments in news. This episode was so much fun. We hope you love it! Follow ...
May 14, 2022•44 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Bonus episode with Riana Stellburg as she pulls Oracle Cards for Kolby and Andrew. See what the cards have in store for them. Make sure to check out Episode 07, Riana's full episode. Follow her on instagram @rianastellburg or head to her website www.rianastellburg.com Please subscribe, comment and follow UNCUT with Kolby and Andrew on instagram @uncut_hawaii . Or check us out at www.uncuthawaii.com #rianastellburg #uncutpodcast #uncuthawaii #hawaiicreators #hawaiipodcast #podcastersofinstagram #...
May 10, 2022•10 min
Our special Mother's Day episode of UNCUT features none other than Shaiyanne Dar, founder of the wildly popular brand DOLKII. This Aiea High alum talks about her journey in fashion - from working a PacSun at Kahala Mall to climbing that corporate fashion ladder at all of the biggest brands to reach her dream job as a buyer - and then eventually starting her own brand. We talk about what makes DOLKII so unique, her journey as a new mom and what's to come. We love this girl and this episode so muc...
May 05, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 9
He’s being called the leader of a “new generation of comedy” in Hawai'i. Tumua Tuinei has climbed to the top of the comedy scene with 104K followers of IG, sold out shows at the Blaisdell and a sold out comedy tour around Hawaii and the mainland. In this episode, we talk about the University of Hawaii at Manoa stand-up comedy class that introduced him to the world of comedy, his rise on social media, how he overcomes his nerves on stage and what’s next. Follow Tumua on instagram @tumua_ or head ...
Apr 27, 2022•43 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Ep. 07 features the rockstar DJ turned Spiritual Healer @rianastellburg . We talk about her wild journey from being a journalist, her rise as a DJ, entrepreneurship, becoming a nurse, tarot, reiki and helping others find purpose and healing. Is there anything Riana can't do?? We are inspired, humbled and so honored to have her in the UNCUT studio! Find Riana here: www.Rianastellburg.com https://www.instagram.com/rianastellburg/ https://soundcloud.com/tittahbyte https://www.youtube.com/rianastell...
Apr 21, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 7
We sat down with Hawaii's own Bretman Rock for a in-depth, UNCUT interview on how Bretman Rock became *the* BRETMAN ROCK. The MTV Reality TV Star and social media influencer opens up about ALL the things - from his rise as a creator to his Playboy cover, his secrets to success and some epic projects coming up. Bretman is 100% real and authentic and Hawaii is so proud of you, girl! Share, subscribe to our channel and show your love in the comments! Find him on: https://www.bretmanrock.com https:/...
Apr 14, 2022•1 hr 17 min•Season 1Ep. 6
21 Questions with Hawaii's very own Bretman Rock! Singer, songwriter, actor, activist, etc - basically the internet sensation and biggest star to come out of the 808. Make sure to check back next week for the full episode. www.bretmanrock.com
Apr 07, 2022•20 min
Not many people can say they’ve traveled to over 40 countries getting paid to do what they love. But, Nainoa Langer can! This Moloka’i-native is a filmmaker, music producer and social influencer. In this episode, he talks about his journey as a content creator… from filming random adventures with his friends to quitting his 9-5 to pursue a career in filmmaking and how he’s finding his true purpose in storytelling. Nai has already done it all… and he hasn’t even turned 30 yet. Enjoy this episode ...
Mar 31, 2022•37 min•Season 1Ep. 5
