You'll never believe this, folks... we're back(sort of, kind of, not really)to introduce our friend Tony Vega and his exciting new podcast:  Transmissions from Hawaii!   Each episode features a new storytelling adventure, with special attention to the weird, wacky, and wonderful.  If you like what he has to say about the mac nut (starting at 5:01), then check out the links below for more episodes and great content!!!www.transmissionsfromhawaii.comInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/transmissionsfromhawaii/Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/transmissionsfromhawaiiTwitterhttps://twitter.com/hawaii_podcast

You'll never believe this, folks... we're back(sort of, kind of, not really)to introduce our friend Tony Vega and his exciting new podcast: Transmissions from Hawaii! Each episode features a new storytelling adventure, with special attention to the weird, wacky, and wonderful. If you like what he has to say about the mac nut (starting at 5:01), then check out the links below for more episodes and great content!!! <a href="http://www.transmissionsfromhawaii.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.transmissionsfromhawaii.com</a> Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/transmissionsfromhawaii/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/transmissionsfromhawaii/</a> Facebook <a href="https://www.facebook.com/transmissionsfromhawaii" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/transmissionsfromhawaii</a> Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/hawaii_podcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/hawaii_podcast</a>

URGENT TRANSMISSION FROM HAWAII: WHAT'S UP WITH MAC NUTS?!?!?

Folks, like Boyz II Men said... it's SO hard to say goodbye.  Please join us, dear listeners, for (probably) one final journey into the weird and wonderful world of The Blue Hawaii Podcast.As a preview, here's what it would sound like if some of this episode's highlights were newspaper headlines:- Proud MAN Adrian Tam Crushes Trumpy Ochs at Ballot Bochs - Taika Waititi Cool and Good, Surveys Say- Augie T(otally unqualified)- Kat's in the Klink for Korruption, Kops Kope- "IDEOLOGY." - Slavoj Zizek- Jim Morrison Estate Sues Hawaii Podcast for Copyright InfringementAll this and more, on the GRAND FINALE (again, like...95%? who knows, weird year) of THE BLUE HAWAII PODCAST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Folks, like Boyz II Men said... it's SO hard to say goodbye. Please join us, dear listeners, for (probably) one final journey into the weird and wonderful world of The Blue Hawaii Podcast. As a preview, here's what it would sound like if some of this episode's highlights were newspaper headlines: - Proud MAN Adrian Tam Crushes Trumpy Ochs at Ballot Bochs - Taika Waititi Cool and Good, Surveys Say - Augie T(otally unqualified) - Kat's in the Klink for Korruption, Kops Kope - "IDEOLOGY." - Slavoj Zizek - Jim Morrison Estate Sues Hawaii Podcast for Copyright Infringement All this and more, on the GRAND FINALE (again, like...95%? who knows, weird year) of THE BLUE HAWAII PODCAST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Episode 95 - Back to Brunch

Wait, we still have a podcast? Wasn't there a primary election like three months ago or something? Where am I? Who is this? How did you get this number?

Episode 94 - Keep On Toobin'

By popular demand, we give to you, our 2020 Primary Recommendations! We've been getting inundated with DMs and texts from listeners wanting to know who they should vote for. We can't tell you who to vote for, but we can tell you who *we're* likely voting for. So, that's what we do. We give our final thoughts on the OHA races, the Honolulu mayoral race, the Honolulu prosecutor's race, our local races (District 20, State House; and District 5, City Council), as well as a few that we can't vote for (shout outs to: Alan Akao, Adrian Tam, Patrick Branco, and Makana Paris). If you've got friends and family who want to know which way to go, share this episode with them! Then, stick around, because we put our banter/catch-up segment after the break! Like, tag, share, and thanks for listening!

Episode 93 - 2020 Primary Recommendations!

Colleen Hanabusa

92!   Ryan and Josh hop on the phone to reunite with long-time friend of the show Colleen Hanabusa, who has decided to get back into the arena and run to be the next mayor of Honolulu!  We find out about her plans for rail, homelessness, and police reform; go behind the scenes of Hawaii News Now's "The Job Interview" (we don't like to give our competitors free PR, but we'll make an exception); and discuss the one book Colleen thinks we should all be reading right now.  All this and more, on the newest episode of your favorite esoteric co-hosted Hawaii-focused political podcast!

92! Ryan and Josh hop on the phone to reunite with long-time friend of the show Colleen Hanabusa, who has decided to get back into the arena and run to be the next mayor of Honolulu! We find out about her plans for rail, homelessness, and police reform; go behind the scenes of Hawaii News Now's "The Job Interview" (we don't like to give our competitors free PR, but we'll make an exception); and discuss the one book Colleen thinks we should all be reading right now. All this and more, on the newest episode of your favorite esoteric co-hosted Hawaii-focused political podcast!

Episode 92 - Colleen Hanabusa is back!

🎶We had a call with Becky with the good plans 🎶This episode we get to know Becky Gardner! A self-described wonk who's never met a problem she couldn't tackle, Becky's running for state rep in Hawaii's 20th congressional district -- which just so happens to be the district that your two favorite podcast hosts (not Joe Rogan and Ben Shapiro) call home!We talk with Becky about her story, how she got to Hawaii, and when she knew it was time to run for office. After talking with her, we think you'll agree that she'd make the people of the Tenacious 20th *very* proud. If you like what you heard, be sure to subscribe!

🎶We had a call with Becky with the good plans 🎶 This episode we get to know Becky Gardner! A self-described wonk who's never met a problem she couldn't tackle, Becky's running for state rep in Hawaii's 20th congressional district -- which just so happens to be the district that your two favorite podcast hosts (not Joe Rogan and Ben Shapiro) call home! We talk with Becky about her story, how she got to Hawaii, and when she knew it was time to run for office. After talking with her, we think you'll agree that she'd make the people of the Tenacious 20th *very* proud. If you like what you heard, be sure to subscribe!

Episode 91 - Becky with the Good Plans

Adrian Tam

90! Ryan and Josh dial-up friend of the show Adrian Tam, who has decided to throw his hat into the ring and run to represent Waikiki-Ala Moana in the Hawaii State House!  Hear about Adrian's vision for the densest urban district in our islands -- part tourist paradise, part concrete jungle -- and see how he fares at everyone's favorite new Blue Hawaii Podcast game:  "Proud Boy, or Nazi?!" Check it out and stay tuned for more .... we'll be back next week with a State House contender from Kaimuki and a friend of the show who is running for Mayor!   xoxoxo

90! Ryan and Josh dial-up friend of the show Adrian Tam, who has decided to throw his hat into the ring and run to represent Waikiki-Ala Moana in the Hawaii State House! Hear about Adrian's vision for the densest urban district in our islands -- part tourist paradise, part concrete jungle -- and see how he fares at everyone's favorite new Blue Hawaii Podcast game: "Proud Boy, or Nazi?!" Check it out and stay tuned for more .... we'll be back next week with a State House contender from Kaimuki and a friend of the show who is running for Mayor! xoxoxo

Episode 90 -  A man, a plan, Mr. Adrian Tam

Patrick Branco

Carmen PatDiBranco

89 and feelin' fine! Josh and Ryan welcome Patrick Branco to the show, a Kailua boy and former US State Department diplomat who is back home and running for office for the first time.  Hear about his tours of duty in Pakistan, Colombia, and (Trump voice) VENEZUELA!!!!!! --  as well as why he thinks he's the best candidate to represent District 50 in the Hawaii State House.  District 50 covers Kailua and Kaneohe Bay -- if you listened to Episode 87 with Alan and Kaui, Patrick is sandwiched right in between them, so listen to this episode and complete your virtual political tour of Oahu's Windward Side!   Check it out and stay tuned for....you guessed it: more great content!

89 and feelin' fine! Josh and Ryan welcome Patrick Branco to the show, a Kailua boy and former US State Department diplomat who is back home and running for office for the first time. Hear about his tours of duty in Pakistan, Colombia, and (Trump voice) VENEZUELA!!!!!! -- as well as why he thinks he's the best candidate to represent District 50 in the Hawaii State House. District 50 covers Kailua and Kaneohe Bay -- if you listened to Episode 87 with Alan and Kaui, Patrick is sandwiched right in between them, so listen to this episode and complete your virtual political tour of Oahu's Windward Side! Check it out and stay tuned for....you guessed it: more great content!

Episode 89 - Patrick Branco, International Man of Mystery (or, "Carmen PatDiBranco")

Keith Amemiya

It wouldn’t be an election season unless we interviewed all the good ones! This episode we interview Keith Amemiya, a leading candidate to be the next Mayor of Honolulu. You probably know Keith as the friendly smiling face on all those banners around town, or maybe you know him as the guy that single-handedly saved high school sports in Hawaii; but soon you’ll know him for giving the best answers possible to all the hardest questions we could think to ask. Seriously, you’re gonna love this guy. Whether it's rail, minimum wage, affordable housing, or mental health services for Oahu's homeless community, Keith Amemiya knocks it out of the park. Listen to the episode, then like, tag, and share!

Episode 88 - Keith Amemiya, Candidate for Honolulu Mayor

Alan Akao

Ryan and Josh have a #zoom chat with two young, inspiring Native Hawaiian community leaders and changemakers seeking political office for the first time: Kailua's Alan Akao and Kaneohe's Kau'i Pratt-Aquino.  Hear their stories, what makes the Windward Side of Oahu unique, why this election is so crucial for Kanaka Maoli, and so much more! Tune in now, like/share/subscribe, and stay tuned for more great content!

Episode 87 - Alan Akao and Kau'i Pratt-Aquino, First-Time Native Hawaiian Political Candidates

Rants and raves about politics, culture, and sports from Hawaii and around the world. Hosted by Josh Michaels and Ryan Little. We'll fix it in post.

Whoa! These guys are the best ever and are very friendly and patient!

Love this podcast! So informative and funny. A must listen!

My favorite podcast  to listen to

The Blue Hawaii Podcast

Episode 14! We're talking about the horrific flooding on the island of Kaua'i (shoutout Uncle Bernard Carvalho, who's doing a great job running the clean up effort). We also talk about how Jesus was probably a lot blacker than Franklin Graham lets on, Ted Cruz's impeccable record of integrity, yet another rich white family restricting Hawaiians ability to sustain themselves from their own land on Molokai, and we even have a homegrown Bikileak! Then, at 18:47, we sit down with Nate Hix of Living Wage Hawaii to talk about the fight for economic justice here in the islands -- before ending the episode with a retrospective of the best album ever created. You don't want to miss it! As always, like, tag, and share -- we can't do this without you!

Episode 14 - Mo Money, Less Problems

Steve Alm

Hello again! Judge Steve Alm (ret.) joins us on this episode, as wrap up our interviews with the candidates to be Honolulu's next prosecutor -- at this point, we've interviewed all the good ones.Judge Alm talked with us about life, his long career in the law, and HOPE probation, a program Judge Alm created that has been proven to keep people out of jail and lower recidivism rates among convicted people. We also talked with Judge Alm about the importance of ending cash bail (he agreed) and training Honolulu's prosecutors to do what's right, rather than what looks good. Take a listen, subscribe, and pass this episode along!

Hello again! Judge Steve Alm (ret.) joins us on this episode, as wrap up our interviews with the candidates to be Honolulu's next prosecutor -- at this point, we've interviewed all the good ones. Judge Alm talked with us about life, his long career in the law, and HOPE probation, a program Judge Alm created that has been proven to keep people out of jail and lower recidivism rates among convicted people. We also talked with Judge Alm about the importance of ending cash bail (he agreed) and training Honolulu's prosecutors to do what's right, rather than what looks good. Take a listen, subscribe, and pass this episode along!

Episode 86 - Judge Steve Alm, Candidate for Honolulu Prosecutor

27!  It's been a crazy week, so we've got a crazy episode for you. First, we're in the basement with our good friends Nate Hix and Will Caron, and they join us for a look at some news: homophobia in the US Women's national soccer team, the stinky in Helsinki, sassy boomers hating on millennials, Chik-Fil-A coming to Mililani, Doug Chin's newest campaign commercial, Brian Schatz's profile in NY Mag, and a smorgasbord of other Hawaii news. Plus, Josh has to apologize for his mom's angry texts to a local campaign volunteer. Then, at 41:04, we have a fantastic interview with Beth Fukumoto! We talk about her departure from the Hawaii GOP and her decision to run for Congress, the serious shade that got thrown at the first televised CD1 debate, the struggles of being a millennial in Honolulu, and her favorite beers. Plus, she and Ryan bond over Panic at the Disco and Yoga with Adrian. And in case you were wondering, her restaurant recs are Thai Village Waipio, JJ Dolan's, and Square Barrels!Our outro is  "Far Away Home" (HI Sessions Live) by Izik. Tag, like, share, rate, and subscribe!!!!

27! It's been a crazy week, so we've got a crazy episode for you. First, we're in the basement with our good friends Nate Hix and Will Caron, and they join us for a look at some news: homophobia in the US Women's national soccer team, the stinky in Helsinki, sassy boomers hating on millennials, Chik-Fil-A coming to Mililani, Doug Chin's newest campaign commercial, Brian Schatz's profile in NY Mag, and a smorgasbord of other Hawaii news. Plus, Josh has to apologize for his mom's angry texts to a local campaign volunteer. Then, at 41:04, we have a fantastic interview with Beth Fukumoto! We talk about her departure from the Hawaii GOP and her decision to run for Congress, the serious shade that got thrown at the first televised CD1 debate, the struggles of being a millennial in Honolulu, and her favorite beers. Plus, she and Ryan bond over Panic at the Disco and Yoga with Adrian. And in case you were wondering, her restaurant recs are Thai Village Waipio, JJ Dolan's, and Square Barrels! Our outro is "Far Away Home" (HI Sessions Live) by Izik. Tag, like, share, rate, and subscribe!!!!

Episode 27 - The Beth Episode Ever!

Jacquie Esser

When the world's on fire, it's important to talk with people who are trying to put it out. This episode is an interview with one of those people. Her name is Jacquie Esser and she's a candidate to be Honolulu's next prosecutor. Jacquie sat down with us a few months ago to talk about her campaign, her values, and her vision for Honolulu. We've sat on the interview because we didn't want it to get buried in the COVID news cycle, but we just couldn't wait any longer! Jacquie's got a great message and vision for the future, and you deserve to hear them both. Take a listen, leave us a review, and drop a comment to let us know what you thought of the episode!

Episode 85 - Prosecutor Candidate Jacquie Esser

The boys are back in town -- we've got a great show for you and an even better guest! We're talking with Aaron Wills, a local attorney and two-time NCAA champion with the Nebraska Cornhuskers.  Aaron shares his inspiring story of perseverance -- from the gridiron in Lincoln, to surviving law school as a single dad, to hanging his own shingle in Honolulu.  We also talk about the nascent college football season and some big local and national stories off the field -- including the killing of Botham Shem Jean, Nike teaming up with Colin Kaepernick, and why Josh was enough of a masochist to watch Ben Shapiro and Clay Travis whine for an hour about sports being "too political."  But first! Ryan and Josh discuss President Trump's continued hurricane-themed disgrace, Cynthia Nixon's loss to Andrew Cuomo in the New York governor's primary, Unite Here! Local 5 voting to STRIKE!!!, and Kauai Mayor Bernard Carvalho's problematic new bestie, Davao Mayor Sara Duterte -- the daughter of Filipino strongman and world-renowned lunatic Rodrigo!  Let's just say the apple doesn't fall far from the tree. Don't forget to like, share, rate, subscribe, and continue the conversation with us on Twitter @BlueHawaiiPod!  PS: How do we get on the Joe Rogan Experience???

The boys are back in town -- we've got a great show for you and an even better guest! We're talking with Aaron Wills, a local attorney and two-time NCAA champion with the Nebraska Cornhuskers. Aaron shares his inspiring story of perseverance -- from the gridiron in Lincoln, to surviving law school as a single dad, to hanging his own shingle in Honolulu. We also talk about the nascent college football season and some big local and national stories off the field -- including the killing of Botham Shem Jean, Nike teaming up with Colin Kaepernick, and why Josh was enough of a masochist to watch Ben Shapiro and Clay Travis whine for an hour about sports being "too political." But first! Ryan and Josh discuss President Trump's continued hurricane-themed disgrace, Cynthia Nixon's loss to Andrew Cuomo in the New York governor's primary, Unite Here! Local 5 voting to STRIKE!!!, and Kauai Mayor Bernard Carvalho's problematic new bestie, Davao Mayor Sara Duterte -- the daughter of Filipino strongman and world-renowned lunatic Rodrigo! Let's just say the apple doesn't fall far from the tree. Don't forget to like, share, rate, subscribe, and continue the conversation with us on Twitter @BlueHawaiiPod! PS: How do we get on the Joe Rogan Experience???

Episode 34 - Where There's a Wills, There's a Way

*Recorded before Hawaii volleyball lost to Long Beach State :-(*Happy early Mother's Day to all the mamas and mamacitas out there!  It's time for some more of that sweet podcast magic you've grown accustomed to: our favorite rants about Joe Biden, Indonesia moving its capital city before it falls into the ocean (definitely nothing to worry about in Honolulu, right?) and cute animal stories from around the world.Plus, it's easy to get lost in the 2020 speculation and madness (trust us, we do it all the time) but don't forget -- there are elections happening THIS YEAR! Our guest (at 22:30) is the wonderful Amanda Pohl, a chaplain and healthcare worker who is running to unseat an extreme right-wing nutjob incumbent in Virginia's 11th Senatorial District. Hear about her strong pro-woman, pro-family, pro-education, and pro-healthcare platform, the hopeful rise of the religious left, and why we need to focus on more than just who occupies the Oval Office. PS: Shoutouts to our friend Kimiko LaHaela Walter of YPDA, Japan's Emperor Emeritus Akihito, John John Florence, and Ilima-Lei Macfarlane, and much aloha to former world surfing champion Sunny Garcia.Like, tag, share, and stay tuned for more!

*Recorded before Hawaii volleyball lost to Long Beach State :-(* Happy early Mother's Day to all the mamas and mamacitas out there! It's time for some more of that sweet podcast magic you've grown accustomed to: our favorite rants about Joe Biden, Indonesia moving its capital city before it falls into the ocean (definitely nothing to worry about in Honolulu, right?) and cute animal stories from around the world. Plus, it's easy to get lost in the 2020 speculation and madness (trust us, we do it all the time) but don't forget -- there are elections happening THIS YEAR! Our guest (at 22:30) is the wonderful Amanda Pohl, a chaplain and healthcare worker who is running to unseat an extreme right-wing nutjob incumbent in Virginia's 11th Senatorial District. Hear about her strong pro-woman, pro-family, pro-education, and pro-healthcare platform, the hopeful rise of the religious left, and why we need to focus on more than just who occupies the Oval Office. PS: Shoutouts to our friend Kimiko LaHaela Walter of YPDA, Japan's Emperor Emeritus Akihito, John John Florence, and Ilima-Lei Macfarlane, and much aloha to former world surfing champion Sunny Garcia. Like, tag, share, and stay tuned for more!

Episode 59 - Belugas and Kakapos and State Legislators, oh my!

Third time's the charm!  Josh and Ryan talk about the silliness of the Nunes memo, laud Arizona state lawmaker Eric Descheenie's self-restraint, and examine some recent stats on the rise of white nationalism.  Then, our good friend Alan Akao drops by to discuss the latest reporting on Hawaii politics and share his thoughts on the controversy over Hawaiian language in the courts.  Plus, we travel back in time to 2006 to yell at Time Magazine.

Episode 3 - The J is for Jabroni

Kai Kahele

We're bringing out the heavy hitters! Our BFF @HawaiiDelilah joins us for a special interview with Senator Kai Kahele, who is running to be our next District 2 Congressman (representing rural Oahu and the neighbor islands).  Hear his story and what inspired him to launch a primary run against Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard, what's changed since she dropped out, and why he thinks a different vision is needed to steer us into the future -- particularly on Native Hawaiian rights (Mauna Kea, Waimanalo, and Kahuku, the sites of three key standoffs, are all in CD2).  We also have some banter on the lighter side, reminisce about his days playing UH Rainbow Warriors volleyball, and get the top restaurant recommendations for a trip to #Hilo. Check it out!

Episode 74 - Eye of the Kai-ger (State Senator Kai Kahele)

The world's eyes are on Mauna Kea and the battle over the Thirty Meter Telescope, but newspaper headlines and social media clicks only tell part of the story. To try and gain a deeper understanding, Josh sat down with dear friend of the show Kumu Hans Keoni Wilhelm, PhD, who teaches Hawaiian language, history, and culture at Kamehameha Schools. We were also joined by two of Kumu Hans' amazing former students, Tiana Kuni and Max Mukai, who shared their stories and perspectives with us. (Tiana recently returned from Pu'uhonua o Pu'uhuluhulu, and Max headed there shortly after our recording).  We discuss the false narrative of "science vs. religion," what it truly means for something to be "sacred," how this inspiring movement is about so much more than "just a telescope," and why everyone who cares about the future of Hawaii -- Kanaka and non-Kanaka alike -- should take a stand.  Please listen, share, and keep the conversation going! #KuKiaiMauna #AoleTMT(Recorded while emergency proclamation was still in effect, post-Dwayne The RockJohnson but pre- Damian Marley)

The world's eyes are on Mauna Kea and the battle over the Thirty Meter Telescope, but newspaper headlines and social media clicks only tell part of the story. To try and gain a deeper understanding, Josh sat down with dear friend of the show Kumu Hans Keoni Wilhelm, PhD, who teaches Hawaiian language, history, and culture at Kamehameha Schools. We were also joined by two of Kumu Hans' amazing former students, Tiana Kuni and Max Mukai, who shared their stories and perspectives with us. (Tiana recently returned from Pu'uhonua o Pu'uhuluhulu, and Max headed there shortly after our recording). We discuss the false narrative of "science vs. religion," what it truly means for something to be "sacred," how this inspiring movement is about so much more than "just a telescope," and why everyone who cares about the future of Hawaii -- Kanaka and non-Kanaka alike -- should take a stand. Please listen, share, and keep the conversation going! #KuKiaiMauna #AoleTMT (Recorded while emergency proclamation was still in effect, post-Dwayne The RockJohnson but pre- Damian Marley)

Episode 70 - The Meaning of the Mauna

Goin' live with 35! This episode finds the guys talking about the things you're always supposed to talk about: politics and religion! At 3:20, they chat about whether racial reconciliation and Christianity are divorceable or inextricably linked. At 8:12, they dive into James C. Cobb's interview with Gregory Rodriguez of ZocaloPublic Square about why America has been so reluctant to own the South. At 21:39, local news starts, with a quick-hitter on the opportunity for a Hawaii Constitutional Convention. At 25:25, there's a piping hot BIKILEAK about how a certain minority political party in Hawaii is melting down, despite the 'rah rah' BS spouted on a recent visit by a diaper-wearing-man-child and a woman only famous for being mean. Then, at 27:25, they chat with Maui-resident and Twitter celebrity Delilah Asterales (@HawaiiDelilah) about the current state of affordable healthcare, the ongoing saga of serial-virgin Brett Kavanaugh, and her efforts to get out the vote. Delilah also gives them her restaurant recs for Maui (Fish Market on Lower Hanoapiilani Rd., Honu, Mala Tavern, Merriman's, and Monkeypod). Keep the conversation going on Twitter (@bluehawaiipod) -- and don't forget to rate us, tag us, like us, and share us.

Episode 35 - Hey There, (Hawaii) Delilah

In our season 2  finale, we're talking baseball, billionaires, booing, braddahs, bluster, and a whole bunch of other BS.  What's in store for Season 3? Well, you'll just have to stay tuned to find out!

Episode 75 - OK Bloomer

Back in early April, we sat down with Congresswoman Colleen Hanabusa, who represents Hawaii's First Congressional District (Honolulu and the 'burbs), and is also running to unseat Hawaii Governor David Ige in August's Democratic Primary.  We met the Congresswoman in her Honolulu office, where we talked about Senator Daniel Akaka's legacy, our fracturing national politics in DC, North Korea and missile defense, homelessness, #MeToo,  'Ōlelo Hawaii, legalizing marijuana, and much more (We also get 2 restaurant shoutouts from her -- Nico's and Alan Wong's).  Next week, you'll hear Part 2 of our interview with the Congresswoman, where we dig deeper into the race for governor and get her thoughts on TMT and PTA.  And she takes listener questions in both parts! Plus: Ryan and Josh talk about volcanic eruptions, Liverpool and Real Madrid advancing to the UEFA Champions League Final, one Hawaii congressional candidate's VERY bad week, and their surprising new ancestry updates from 23AndMe -- watch out for those Cossacks!

Back in early April, we sat down with Congresswoman Colleen Hanabusa, who represents Hawaii's First Congressional District (Honolulu and the 'burbs), and is also running to unseat Hawaii Governor David Ige in August's Democratic Primary. We met the Congresswoman in her Honolulu office, where we talked about Senator Daniel Akaka's legacy, our fracturing national politics in DC, North Korea and missile defense, homelessness, #MeToo, 'Ōlelo Hawaii, legalizing marijuana, and much more (We also get 2 restaurant shoutouts from her -- Nico's and Alan Wong's). Next week, you'll hear Part 2 of our interview with the Congresswoman, where we dig deeper into the race for governor and get her thoughts on TMT and PTA. And she takes listener questions in both parts! Plus: Ryan and Josh talk about volcanic eruptions, Liverpool and Real Madrid advancing to the UEFA Champions League Final, one Hawaii congressional candidate's VERY bad week, and their surprising new ancestry updates from 23AndMe -- watch out for those Cossacks!

Episode 16 - Congresswoman Colleen Hanabusa (Part 1 of 2)

Ernie Martin

19! We talk to Honolulu City Council Chair Ernie Martin about the hot issues on Oahu, including his controversial proposal for an island-wide homeless sit/lie ban and the ongoing saga behind the rail project.  We also discuss his race for Congress and his thoughts on Trump's Washington, how growing up in public housing influenced his politics, and his of The Great Santini and Earth, Wind, and Fire.  His restaurant recs are Mr. Oji-san and Assaggio's. Have a listen, subscribe, share, and get in touch!

Episode 19 - City Council Chair Ernie Martin

51! Ryan has some fightin' words for Grassroots Institute of Hawaii and the #Kochtopus, R. Kelly is doing his best Brett Kavanaugh impression, Hawaii's infrastructure gets a not-so-great report card, and we look at some bills that are definitely NOT passing the state legislature this year. Then, we sit down with author and journalist Melanie Warner, formerly of Fortune Magazine and the New York Times, to talk about her latest opus: The Magic Feather Effect: The Science of Alternative Medicine and the Surprising Power of Belief.  We talk about where she gets her inspiration, what the "placebo" effect is really all about, and what discoveries surprised her along the way.  Oh, and her favorite restaurant in Honolulu is Mud Hen Water! Check her out at melanierwarner.com or on twitter @melanie_warnerPlus! Shoutouts to Russian Cosmonaut Oleg Artemyev, outgoing UH Law School dean Avi Soifer, birthday celebrant Hokulea (she doesn't look a day over 43!), LeBron James, the Cook Islands, Southwest Airlines, and most importantly -- Iolani Baseball/Auburn baseball stud Everett Lau! Listen, Enjoy, Subscribe, Share, and GET IN TOUCH! Brought to you, as always, by Royal Thai Garden Ewa Beach. Accept no substitutes!

51! Ryan has some fightin' words for Grassroots Institute of Hawaii and the #Kochtopus, R. Kelly is doing his best Brett Kavanaugh impression, Hawaii's infrastructure gets a not-so-great report card, and we look at some bills that are definitely NOT passing the state legislature this year. Then, we sit down with author and journalist Melanie Warner, formerly of Fortune Magazine and the New York Times, to talk about her latest opus: The Magic Feather Effect: The Science of Alternative Medicine and the Surprising Power of Belief. We talk about where she gets her inspiration, what the "placebo" effect is really all about, and what discoveries surprised her along the way. Oh, and her favorite restaurant in Honolulu is Mud Hen Water! Check her out at <a href="http://melanierwarner.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">melanierwarner.com</a> or on twitter @melanie_warner Plus! Shoutouts to Russian Cosmonaut Oleg Artemyev, outgoing UH Law School dean Avi Soifer, birthday celebrant Hokulea (she doesn't look a day over 43!), LeBron James, the Cook Islands, Southwest Airlines, and most importantly -- Iolani Baseball/Auburn baseball stud Everett Lau! Listen, Enjoy, Subscribe, Share, and GET IN TOUCH! Brought to you, as always, by Royal Thai Garden Ewa Beach. Accept no substitutes!

Episode 51 - An Otherwise Blameless Podcast

Akiemi Glenn

We're back! After a quick news recap (Aloha Poke Co, Charlottesville 2: Electric Nazi Boogaloo, and #SpaceForce),  we give you the first part of our Primary Election breakdown!  At 14:12, we talk about Governor David Ige holding off Rep. Colleen Hanabusa to get re-elected, Josh Green's carpenter $$$ putting him over the top (and his stand-up comedy debut at the Democrat unity breakfast), and what to expect in the November showdown between David Ige and Andria Tupola (hint: TrumpTrumpTrumpTrumpTrump).  Plus, we talk about Ed Case's victory in the Hawaii CD1 primary -- a rich white guy going to Congress? How is he going to fit in???Then, at 28:19, we've got an AMAZING interview with Dr. Akiemi Glenn, a Honolulu-based scholar and cultureworker. She is the founder and curator of the Pōpolo Project, a multimedia exploration of Blackness in Hawai‘i and the larger Pacific, and she's also the director of Tele!, a language revitalization and engagement project in Hawai‘i's Tokelauan community.  She shares her story and we talk about her work in language revitalization, how racism and racial structures differ between Hawaii and the mainland, and why we're currently living through a new civil rights movement.  Plus, she previews some of Popolo Project's #BlackAugust programming, including TA-NEHISI COATES COMING TO THE DORIS DUKE THEATER ON AUGUST 25TH -- GET YOUR TICKETS NOW!  (PS: her "restaurant" rec is Kaimuki Superette! Check them out for #BuyLocal #sustainable fresh fish and fresh veggies). Stay tuned for our next episode -- friend of the show Alan Akao will join us to help complete our post-primary breakdown, including Congressional, local, and Office of Hawaiian Affairs races. Until then, please listen, share, rate, subscribe, and hit us up on social media!MLK Audio Credit: University of Texas

We're back! After a quick news recap (Aloha Poke Co, Charlottesville 2: Electric Nazi Boogaloo, and #SpaceForce), we give you the first part of our Primary Election breakdown! At 14:12, we talk about Governor David Ige holding off Rep. Colleen Hanabusa to get re-elected, Josh Green's carpenter $$$ putting him over the top (and his stand-up comedy debut at the Democrat unity breakfast), and what to expect in the November showdown between David Ige and Andria Tupola (hint: TrumpTrumpTrumpTrumpTrump). Plus, we talk about Ed Case's victory in the Hawaii CD1 primary -- a rich white guy going to Congress? How is he going to fit in??? Then, at 28:19, we've got an AMAZING interview with Dr. Akiemi Glenn, a Honolulu-based scholar and cultureworker. She is the founder and curator of the Pōpolo Project, a multimedia exploration of Blackness in Hawai‘i and the larger Pacific, and she's also the director of Tele!, a language revitalization and engagement project in Hawai‘i's Tokelauan community. She shares her story and we talk about her work in language revitalization, how racism and racial structures differ between Hawaii and the mainland, and why we're currently living through a new civil rights movement. Plus, she previews some of Popolo Project's #BlackAugust programming, including TA-NEHISI COATES COMING TO THE DORIS DUKE THEATER ON AUGUST 25TH -- GET YOUR TICKETS NOW! (PS: her "restaurant" rec is Kaimuki Superette! Check them out for #BuyLocal #sustainable fresh fish and fresh veggies). Stay tuned for our next episode -- friend of the show Alan Akao will join us to help complete our post-primary breakdown, including Congressional, local, and Office of Hawaiian Affairs races. Until then, please listen, share, rate, subscribe, and hit us up on social media! MLK Audio Credit: University of Texas

Episode 29 - Election Recap Part 1 and #BlackAugust with Dr. Akiemi Glenn

Another shooting at a synagogue, because we live in a normal, healthy, well-adjusted country.  The Supreme Court looks set to help the GOP rig the census, make it legal to fire gay people, and keep screwing American workers.  And our nation turns its lonely eyes to...Joe Biden?!?!?!Plus, continued fallout from the horrible Easter attack in Sri Lanka:  how do the privileged and well-off end up becoming suicide bombers? And how are American Evangelicals' grievances over things like cake-baking minimizing the real persecution faced by Christians around the world? The Hawaii Legislature refused to increase the minimum wage or pass automatic voter registration (clearly they aren't listening to our show -- so much for the Blue Hawaii Bump), but there is one nice piece of local news:  Jahlani Tavai (Detroit Lions) and John Ursua (Seattle Seahawks) are going to the big show! Like, tag, share, and stay tuned for more!  PS: Shame on you, Prince William.

Another shooting at a synagogue, because we live in a normal, healthy, well-adjusted country. The Supreme Court looks set to help the GOP rig the census, make it legal to fire gay people, and keep screwing American workers. And our nation turns its lonely eyes to...Joe Biden?!?!?! Plus, continued fallout from the horrible Easter attack in Sri Lanka: how do the privileged and well-off end up becoming suicide bombers? And how are American Evangelicals' grievances over things like cake-baking minimizing the real persecution faced by Christians around the world? The Hawaii Legislature refused to increase the minimum wage or pass automatic voter registration (clearly they aren't listening to our show -- so much for the Blue Hawaii Bump), but there is one nice piece of local news: Jahlani Tavai (Detroit Lions) and John Ursua (Seattle Seahawks) are going to the big show! Like, tag, share, and stay tuned for more! PS: Shame on you, Prince William.

Episode 58 - Pain, Politics, Persecution, Pizzazz

Happy 4th of July! What does it mean to be an American? We're joined by our dear friend Shingai Masiya, immigration activist and DREAMer, who shares his incredible story.  We discuss his journey from Zimbabwe to Hawaii (via Texas), his discovery that he was undocumented and the challenges that followed, what it meant to finally receive his DACA card, what life is like for the thousands of DACA recipients and Dreamers in Hawaii, and why we desperately need to fix our broken immigration system. He also shares his thoughts on the family separation crisis at the border, the dysfunction in Washington, and what he's watching for in Hawaii's August 11 Primary Election.  Check it out!!!PS - This week's shoutouts and restaurant recs:Derrick Low and HD League2 Scoops RiceIolani Summer LeagueMatt KohatsuLuka Doncic​Kostas Antetokounmpo​Fook Sau TongThe Red HenPig and the ladyScratchWing ice cream and shave iceMai's smoothiesSura Korean BBQ Buho Waikiki Tenkaippin Ramen

Happy 4th of July! What does it mean to be an American? We're joined by our dear friend Shingai Masiya, immigration activist and DREAMer, who shares his incredible story. We discuss his journey from Zimbabwe to Hawaii (via Texas), his discovery that he was undocumented and the challenges that followed, what it meant to finally receive his DACA card, what life is like for the thousands of DACA recipients and Dreamers in Hawaii, and why we desperately need to fix our broken immigration system. He also shares his thoughts on the family separation crisis at the border, the dysfunction in Washington, and what he's watching for in Hawaii's August 11 Primary Election. Check it out!!! PS - This week's shoutouts and restaurant recs: Derrick Low and HD League 2 Scoops Rice Iolani Summer League Matt Kohatsu Luka Doncic​ Kostas Antetokounmpo​ Fook Sau Tong The Red Hen Pig and the lady Scratch Wing ice cream and shave ice Mai's smoothies Sura Korean BBQ Buho Waikiki Tenkaippin Ramen

Episode 24 - An American Dream

It's short and sweet episode for you this week -- if you haven't heard, we were a little preoccupied with LIVERPOOL FOOTBALL CLUB WINNING THE GOSH DARN EUROPEAN CUP!!!We chat with Kauai Prosecutor and Twitter-friend Justin Kollar about criminal justice reform,  rough-and-tumble neighbor island politics, and how excited we are for the continued devolution of our hellworld in 2020.  And Justin was so thoughtful and generous, he gave us 3-square-meals' worth of of Restaurant Recs! Breakfast: Kalapaki Beach Hut; Lunch: The Greenery CafeDinner: Streetburger or Avalon GastropubSo if you're on Kauai, stop by and say hello! (Also, please try not to break the law).  Like, subscribe, share, and we'll see you next week on The Blue Hawaii Podcast!

It's short and sweet episode for you this week -- if you haven't heard, we were a little preoccupied with LIVERPOOL FOOTBALL CLUB WINNING THE GOSH DARN EUROPEAN CUP!!! We chat with Kauai Prosecutor and Twitter-friend Justin Kollar about criminal justice reform, rough-and-tumble neighbor island politics, and how excited we are for the continued devolution of our hellworld in 2020. And Justin was so thoughtful and generous, he gave us 3-square-meals' worth of of Restaurant Recs! Breakfast: Kalapaki Beach Hut; Lunch: The Greenery Cafe Dinner: Streetburger or Avalon Gastropub So if you're on Kauai, stop by and say hello! (Also, please try not to break the law). Like, subscribe, share, and we'll see you next week on The Blue Hawaii Podcast!

Episode 63 - The Bold Look of Kollar

Ikaika Hussey

Path to the Primary Episode 2!  We sat down in the basement with Ikaika Hussey, an activist, teacher, publisher, and social entrepreneur challenging for Honolulu City Council District 6.  We talk with Ikaika about how his Hawaiian and Catholic upbringing shaped his progressive worldview, the importance of environmental stewardship for future generations,  and the big issues facing our city -- and our society.  Oh, and his restaurant recs are as classic Hawaii as it gets: Zippy's and Liliha Bakery!

Path to the Primary - Ikaika Hussey

We have an emergency alert broadcast for you from #HURRICANELANE STORMWATCH HQ (a.k.a. The Basement)!  Hear about our last-minute hurricane preparations and how Josh may have become the newest Hawaii weather correspondent for Russian State Television.  Plus, thanks to the impromptu 4-day weekend, Josh's wife, Antoinette Lilley, joins us for The Blue Hawaii Spousecast! We talk all the latest local and national political news and drama.  (Disclaimer: Her views do not represent the views of the Office of the Public Defender). Assuming the weather and the electricity cooperates, we'll see you Saturday as we livestream UH kicking off its football season against Colorado State -- until then, everybody stay safe and take care of one another out there!  #Aloha

We have an emergency alert broadcast for you from #HURRICANELANE STORMWATCH HQ (a.k.a. The Basement)! Hear about our last-minute hurricane preparations and how Josh may have become the newest Hawaii weather correspondent for Russian State Television. Plus, thanks to the impromptu 4-day weekend, Josh's wife, Antoinette Lilley, joins us for The Blue Hawaii Spousecast! We talk all the latest local and national political news and drama. (Disclaimer: Her views do not represent the views of the Office of the Public Defender). Assuming the weather and the electricity cooperates, we'll see you Saturday as we livestream UH kicking off its football season against Colorado State -- until then, everybody stay safe and take care of one another out there! #Aloha

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