As Shaka Santa and Tutu Mele take their yearly seats in front of Honolulu Hale, sculptor Alex Ching reveals the process of getting the icons ready for the holidays. Send us a text Support the show WHAT SCHOOL YOU WENT? is available anywhere you get your podcasts. Follow us on: YouTube Instagram TikTok Facebook...
Dec 06, 2023•27 min•Season 1Ep. 108
On December 12, 1985, Honolulu Mayor Frank Fasi welcomed the community to Honolulu Hale to celebrate the lighting of a 50-foot Norfolk Pine. Pauline Worsham of Friends of Honolulu City Lights gets us ready for the 39th Anniversary of this joyful holiday tradition. Send us a text Support the show WHAT SCHOOL YOU WENT? is available anywhere you get your podcasts. Follow us on: YouTube Instagram TikTok Facebook...
Nov 29, 2023•24 min•Season 1Ep. 107
Born and raised in Waimanalo, Sasha Colby’s drag and gender journey is a story of truth, authenticity, perseverance and strength, and the Season 15 winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race is just getting started. Send us a text Support the show WHAT SCHOOL YOU WENT? is available anywhere you get your podcasts. Follow us on: YouTube Instagram TikTok Facebook...
Nov 22, 2023•27 min•Season 1Ep. 106
For the freshest local produce, look no further than Hawaiʻi’s farmers markets. Melissa Chang, social media manager for Oʻahu’s Farm Lover’s Market, explains. Send us a text Support the show WHAT SCHOOL YOU WENT? is available anywhere you get your podcasts. Follow us on: YouTube Instagram TikTok Facebook...
Nov 15, 2023•28 min•Season 1Ep. 105
Robert "Flash" Hansen, Director of Promotions & Marketing at iHeartMedia Honolulu, talks about the history of iconic Waikiki spot Hula's Bar and Lei Stand ahead of its 50th anniversary. Send us a text Support the show WHAT SCHOOL YOU WENT? is available anywhere you get your podcasts. Follow us on: YouTube Instagram TikTok Facebook...
Nov 08, 2023•25 min•Season 1Ep. 104
Craig Sugihara talks about his humble beginnings in Pearl City to founding the iconic surf brand, Town & Country Surf Shop. Send us a text Support the show WHAT SCHOOL YOU WENT? is available anywhere you get your podcasts. Follow us on: YouTube Instagram TikTok Facebook...
Nov 01, 2023•33 min•Season 1Ep. 103
Lopaka Kapanui tells the story of a forgotten plantation cemetery on Oʻahu’s north shore. Send us a text Support the show WHAT SCHOOL YOU WENT? is available anywhere you get your podcasts. Follow us on: YouTube Instagram TikTok Facebook...
Oct 25, 2023•25 min•Season 1Ep. 102
Master storyteller Lopaka Kapanui reveals the history of an area in Mōʻiliʻili, and why the condominium built on it is believed by many to be the most haunted building in Honolulu. Send us a text Support the show WHAT SCHOOL YOU WENT? is available anywhere you get your podcasts. Follow us on: YouTube Instagram TikTok Facebook...
Oct 18, 2023•19 min•Season 1Ep. 101
For nearly four decades, the legend of the faceless ghost haunted the Waiʻalae Drive-In. Hawaiʻi's expert in the supernatural, Lopaka Kapanui, tells the story. Send us a text Support the show WHAT SCHOOL YOU WENT? is available anywhere you get your podcasts. Follow us on: YouTube Instagram TikTok Facebook...
Oct 11, 2023•21 min•Season 1Ep. 100
Hawaiʻi's premier ghost storyteller Lopaka Kapanui returns to talk about the supernatural reputation of a Mānoa dormitory. Send us a text Support the show WHAT SCHOOL YOU WENT? is available anywhere you get your podcasts. Follow us on: YouTube Instagram TikTok Facebook...
Oct 04, 2023•16 min•Season 1Ep. 99
Reno Henriques, chef and owner of Fresh Catch, talks about his journey to opening his first restaurant and how he became friends with Food Network’s Guy Fieri. Making Poke with Reno Send us a text Support the show WHAT SCHOOL YOU WENT? is available anywhere you get your podcasts. Follow us on: YouTube Instagram TikTok Facebook...
Sep 27, 2023•20 min
In 2019, the state of Hawai‘i led the nation in the number of teens who attempted suicide at least once in high school. According to the U.S. Office of Adolescent Health, one out of every 10 Hawai‘i teens tried to commit suicide. On July 1 of that year, youth suicide became very real to Chad Starr, when Chad’s 12-year-old daughter Sienna took her own life. Since then, Chad has been on a crusade to share his message of hope and awareness. Send us a text Support the show WHAT SCHOOL YOU WENT? is a...
Sep 20, 2023•24 min•Season 1Ep. 98
Former promotions and marketing director of the Wave Waikiki, Robert "Flash" Hansen, shares memories and stories of the iconic Waikīkī nightclub. Send us a text Support the show WHAT SCHOOL YOU WENT? is available anywhere you get your podcasts. Follow us on: YouTube Instagram TikTok Facebook...
Sep 13, 2023•31 min•Season 1Ep. 97
Frank Uratani reveals the secrets to his decades-long career as one of Hawaiʻi's most popular caricature artists. Send us a text Support the show WHAT SCHOOL YOU WENT? is available anywhere you get your podcasts. Follow us on: YouTube Instagram TikTok Facebook...
Sep 06, 2023•24 min•Season 1Ep. 96
An interview with ʻukulele virtuoso Taimane, streamed live from the Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Multimedia Studio at PBS Hawai‘i. Originally livestreamed on Twitch, Facebook and YouTube on November 8, 2022. Send us a text Support the show WHAT SCHOOL YOU WENT? is available anywhere you get your podcasts. Follow us on: YouTube Instagram TikTok Facebook...
Aug 30, 2023•38 min
Got ʻukus? Louise Ferro, head lice expert and owner of A Lousy Business, is here to help dispel myths, and teach you how to get rid of the parasite striking fear into the hearts of parents every school year. Send us a text Support the show WHAT SCHOOL YOU WENT? is available anywhere you get your podcasts. Follow us on: YouTube Instagram TikTok Facebook...
Aug 23, 2023•25 min•Season 1Ep. 95
Hawaii-based rapper I.A. talks about his career and his life growing up as Jordan Salud, son of the world champion boxer Jesus Salud. Send us a text Support the show WHAT SCHOOL YOU WENT? is available anywhere you get your podcasts. Follow us on: YouTube Instagram TikTok Facebook...
Aug 16, 2023•21 min•Season 1Ep. 94
Local social media influencer Kamaka Dias talks about his life and what led to the creation of Hawaiiverse and the Keep it Aloha podcast. Send us a text Support the show WHAT SCHOOL YOU WENT? is available anywhere you get your podcasts. Follow us on: YouTube Instagram TikTok Facebook...
Aug 09, 2023•34 min•Season 1Ep. 93
Historian John Clark returns to the show to tell us the history of famous surf spot Point Panic. Send us a text Support the show WHAT SCHOOL YOU WENT? is available anywhere you get your podcasts. Follow us on: YouTube Instagram TikTok Facebook...
Aug 02, 2023•25 min•Season 1Ep. 92
Professional esports athlete and college student Manalu Nakanishi introduces Ron to the bursting popularity of competitive gaming, and how the UH-Mānoa esports team is attracting national attention. Original Airdate: Dec. 8, 2021 Send us a text Support the show WHAT SCHOOL YOU WENT? is available anywhere you get your podcasts. Follow us on: YouTube Instagram TikTok Facebook...
Jul 26, 2023•19 min
Kī hōʻalu master Jeff Peterson talks about the art of slack key guitar, and growing up the son of a paniolo on the slopes of Haleakalā Ranch. Click HERE to see Jeff Peterson demonstrate the art of slack key guitar. Original Airdate: 11/24/21 Send us a text Support the show WHAT SCHOOL YOU WENT? is available anywhere you get your podcasts. Follow us on: YouTube Instagram TikTok Facebook...
Jul 19, 2023•20 min
Which side do you wear your flower, and does it matter? Why should pregnant women only receive open lei? And what is a leg reader? Makanani Salā, director of the Mayor's Office of Culture and the Arts, sits down with Ron to discuss our many pua (flower) traditions. Original Airdate: Dec. 1, 2021 Send us a text Support the show WHAT SCHOOL YOU WENT? is available anywhere you get your podcasts. Follow us on: YouTube Instagram TikTok Facebook...
Jul 12, 2023•22 min
While many businesses suffered during the pandemic, one industry not only thrived, but exploded in popularity: trading cards. Dave Jenkins of Best of the Best in Sportscards explains why. Click HERE to see Dave Jenkins explain the popularity of Pokémon cards in Hawaiʻi. Original Airdate: Nov. 9, 2022 Send us a text Support the show WHAT SCHOOL YOU WENT? is available anywhere you get your podcasts. Follow us on: YouTube Instagram TikTok Facebook...
Jul 05, 2023•23 min
Sibling musical duo Ammon and Liahona Olayan talk about their journey from living in a tent on Hawaiʻi island to performing on American Idol. Click HERE to see Ammon & Liahona perform at PBS Hawaiʻi Original Airdate: Dec. 7, 2022 Send us a text Support the show WHAT SCHOOL YOU WENT? is available anywhere you get your podcasts. Follow us on: YouTube Instagram TikTok Facebook...
Jun 28, 2023•19 min
Sgt. Chris Kim talks about the success of CrimeStoppers Honolulu, the anonymous tip line working to keep our communities safe. Send us a text Support the show WHAT SCHOOL YOU WENT? is available anywhere you get your podcasts. Follow us on: YouTube Instagram TikTok Facebook...
Jun 21, 2023•24 min•Season 1Ep. 91
It’s a relentless pest that has exploded in Hawaiʻi infestations in recent years. David Lau, District Manager of Western Exterminator, tells you how to combat bed bugs. Send us a text Support the show WHAT SCHOOL YOU WENT? is available anywhere you get your podcasts. Follow us on: YouTube Instagram TikTok Facebook...
Jun 14, 2023•24 min•Season 1Ep. 90
Cultural practitioner, activist, and owner of Waiahole Poi Factory Calvin Hoe returns to talk about the history of the iconic spot, and reveals the true story of the Sweet Lady of Waiahole. Send us a text Support the show WHAT SCHOOL YOU WENT? is available anywhere you get your podcasts. Follow us on: YouTube Instagram TikTok Facebook...
Jun 07, 2023•22 min•Season 1Ep. 89
Teen suicide numbers are increasing in Hawaiʻi. It's a difficult topic to talk about, but Dr. Mestisa Gass from Mental Health America of Hawaiʻi explains the importance of having the conversation, and how to identify cries for help. Send us a text Support the show WHAT SCHOOL YOU WENT? is available anywhere you get your podcasts. Follow us on: YouTube Instagram TikTok Facebook...
May 31, 2023•20 min
Legendary boxing champion Jesus Salud revisits his storied career. Send us a text Support the show WHAT SCHOOL YOU WENT? is available anywhere you get your podcasts. Follow us on: YouTube Instagram TikTok Facebook...
May 24, 2023•27 min•Season 1Ep. 88
Historian John Clark talks about how the famous surf spot came to be. Send us a text Support the show WHAT SCHOOL YOU WENT? is available anywhere you get your podcasts. Follow us on: YouTube Instagram TikTok Facebook...
May 17, 2023•21 min•Season 1Ep. 87