Hawai'i Radio Hour at Kahilu

Aloha kākou! On the March 1, 2026 show we're taking another look at the complicated history of sugar in Hawaiʻi. And for mele we will hear from The Parker Quartet. We will finish with a moʻolelo from Kaʻai Spencer. News, ‘ike kūpuna, mele, moʻolelo and more... All on March 1, 2026, episode of the Hawaiʻi Radio Hour from Kahilu. Credits:Hawai’i Storyteller Fellows: Mahealani duPont, Gilian SantiagoHosts: Naka Nathaniel,Mileka Lincoln, Kolby Akamu MoserReach us at aloha@hawaiiradiohour.comMahalo to our supporters:The Richard Smart Fund of the The Hawaiʻi Community FoundationThe Kawananakoa FoundationKamehameha SchoolsDeviants from the Norm FoundationStupski Foundation

Aloha kākou! On the Feb. 22, 2026 show we shared a conversation with Dr. Kalani Makekau Whittaker. For our ʻike kūpuna segment we included a segment from our conversation with Dr. Kalani Makekau Whittaker. And for mele we will hear from Jake Shimabukuro. We will finish with a moʻolelo from Preston Lee deLuz. News, ‘ike kūpuna, mele, moʻolelo and more... All on the Feb. 22, 2026, episode of the Hawaiʻi Radio Hour from Kahilu. Credits:Hawai’i Storyteller Fellows: Mahealani duPont, Gilian SantiagoHosts: Naka Nathaniel, Mileka Lincoln, Kolby Akamu MoserReach us at aloha@hawaiiradiohour.comMahalo to our supporters:The Richard Smart Fund of the The Hawaiʻi Community FoundationThe Kawananakoa FoundationKamehameha SchoolsDeviants from the Norm FoundationStupski Foundation

Aloha kākou! On the Feb. 15, 2026 show we shared a conversation with Hawaii Island Mayor Kimo Alameda. For our ʻike kūpuna segment we talked to Roen Hufford about Kapa making. And for mele we will hear from the Mariachi Divas. We will finish with a moʻolelo from Brynly Kahalelaukoa Brown about leimaking. News, ‘ike kūpuna, mele, moʻolelo and more... All on the Feb. 15, 2026, episode of the Hawaiʻi Radio Hour from Kahilu. Credits:Hawai’i Storyteller Fellows: Mahealani duPont, Gilian SantiagoHosts: Naka Nathaniel, Kolby Akamu Moser, Mileka Lincoln Reach us at aloha@hawaiiradiohour.comMahalo to our supporters:The Richard Smart Fund of the The Hawaiʻi Community FoundationThe Kawananakoa FoundationKamehameha SchoolsDeviants from the Norm FoundationStupski Foundation

Aloha kākou! On the Feb. 8, 2026 show we shared conversations with the U.S. Representative Jill Tokuda and Hawaiʻi State Senator Brenton Awa. For our ʻike kūpuna segment we talked to Aunty Pua Case about the importance of water. And for mele we will hear from Raiatea Helm And we will finish with a moʻolelo from Stephen Rouelle about a community food fridge  News, ‘ike kūpuna, mele, moʻolelo and more... All on the Feb. 8, 2026, episode of the Hawaiʻi Radio Hour from Kahilu. Credits:Hawai’i Storyteller Fellows: Mahealani duPont, Gilian SantiagoHosts: Naka Nathaniel,Mileka Lincoln,Mileka Lincoln Reach us at aloha@hawaiiradiohour.comMahalo to our supporters:The Richard Smart Fund of the The Hawaiʻi Community FoundationThe Kawananakoa FoundationKamehameha SchoolsDeviants from the Norm FoundationStupski Foundation

Aloha kākou! On the Feb. 1, 2026, show we take a closer look at the recent eruption cycle at Kilauea with Hawaiian Volcano Observatoryʻs Ken Hon. For our ʻike kūpuna segment we are going to be listening to Uncle Sonny Keakealani about growing up speaking Hawaiian. And we will be hearing a selection from the Miro Quartet. And we will finish with a moʻolelo from Susan Rickards about rescuing a whale. News, ‘ike kūpuna, mele, moʻolelo and more... All on the Feb. 1, 2026, episode of the Hawaiʻi Radio Hour from Kahilu. Credits:Hawai’i Storyteller Fellows: Mahealani duPont, Gilian SantiagoHosts: Naka Nathaniel, Kolby Akamu Moser, Kolby Akamu Moser Reach us at aloha@hawaiiradiohour.comMahalo to our supporters:The Richard Smart Fund of the The Hawaiʻi Community FoundationThe Kawananakoa FoundationKamehameha SchoolsDeviants from the Norm FoundationStupski Foundation

Aloha Kākou! On the Jan. 25, 2026, show we talk to two whale scientists from the Hawaiʻi Marine Mammal Consortium. For our ‘Ike kūpuna segment we talk to Uncle Godfrey Kainoa about the physical demands of being a cowboy. For mele, we will hear from Kenny T who sang his original song Cruisinʻ at his concert at Kahilu. And for mo’olelo we will hear from Susy Ruddle about how to fundraise with a country music legend. News, ‘Ike kupuna, mele, mo‘olelo and more…All on the Jan. 25, 2026, episode of the Hawai‘i Radio Hour from Kahilu.

Aloha kākou! On the Jan. 18, 2026, show we take a closer look at Waikoloa Village and the struggle to safely and efficiently evacuate the community in case of wildfire. For our ʻike kūpuna segment we are going to be listening to Uncle Godfrey Kainoa about the challenges of branding cattle. And we will be hearing the “Kula Blues” performed by Jake Shimabukuro. And we will finish with a moʻolelo from Leilani Olson about teaming up with your squad to overcome physical and social challenges. News, ‘ike kūpuna, mele, moʻolelo and more... All on the Jan. 18, 2026, episode of the Hawaiʻi Radio Hour from Kahilu. Credits:Hawai’i Storyteller Fellows: Mahealani duPont, Gilian SantiagoHosts: Naka Nathaniel, Kolby Akamu Moser, Milek Lincoln Reach us at aloha@hawaiiradiohour.comMahalo to our supporters:The Richard Smart Fund of the The Hawaiʻi Community FoundationThe Kawananakoa FoundationKamehameha SchoolsDeviants from the Norm FoundationStupski Foundation

Aloha kākou! On the Jan. 11, 2026, show we take a closer look at the complicated story of sugar in Hawaiʻi. For our ʻike kūpuna segment we are going to be listening to Uncle Fred Cachola and the importance of Kohala in his life. And we will be hearing “Poliahu” performed by Raiatea Helm, Jeff Peterson and Joshua Nakazawa. And we will finish with a moʻolelo from Kenny Tagavilla – Kenny T–  and his bouncing back from the depths.  News, ‘ike kūpuna, mele, moʻolelo and more... All on the Jan. 11, 2026, episode of the Hawaiʻi Radio Hour from Kahilu. Credits:Hawai’i Storyteller Fellows: Mahealani duPont, Gilian SantiagoHosts: Naka Nathaniel, Kolby Akamu Moser, Mileka Lincoln Reach us at aloha@hawaiiradiohour.comMahalo to our supporters:The Richard Smart Fund of the The Hawaiʻi Community FoundationThe Kawananakoa FoundationKamehameha SchoolsDeviants from the Norm FoundationStupski Foundation

Aloha kākou! On the Jan. 4, 2025, show we talk to one of Hawaiʻiʻs most inspiring stewards of ʻaina: Aunty Cindi Punihaeole. For our ʻike kūpuna segment we are going to learning more about the concept of Kilo. And we will be hearing mele from Kohalaʻs own, Lorna Lim, who sings "Polinahe" from Kalani Peʻaʻs Christmas concert at Kahilu. And we will finish with a moʻolelo from Rebekah Lussiaa about love, healing, and trauma through generations. News, ‘ike kūpuna, mele, moʻolelo and more... All on the Jan. 4, 2025, episode of the Hawaiʻi Radio Hour from Kahilu. Credits:Hawai’i Storyteller Fellows: Mahealani duPont, Gilian SantiagoHosts: Naka Nathaniel, Kolby Akamu Moser, Mileka Lincoln Reach us at aloha@hawaiiradiohour.comMahalo to our supporters:The Richard Smart Fund of the The Hawaiʻi Community FoundationThe Kawananakoa FoundationKamehameha SchoolsDeviants from the Norm FoundationStupski Foundation

Aloha kākou! On the Dec. 28, 2025, we are highlighting some of our most treasured moʻolelo told from the Kahilu Theatre stage. The show this week is hosted by the Hawaiʻi Storytelling Fellows, Gilian Santiago and Mahealani duPont, and features stories from Kalena and Kalaʻe Parish, Chelsey Dickson and Debbie Roberts. Moʻolelo, moʻolelo and more moʻolelo... All on the Dec. 28, 2025, episode of the Hawaiʻi Radio Hour from Kahilu. Credits:Hawai’i Storyteller Fellows: Mahealani duPont, KOLBYian SantiagoHosts: Naka Nathaniel, Kolby Akamu Moser, Mileka Lincoln Reach us at aloha@hawaiiradiohour.comMahalo to our supporters:The Richard Smart Fund of the The Hawaiʻi Community FoundationThe Kawananakoa FoundationKamehameha SchoolsDeviants from the Norm FoundationStupski Foundation

Aloha kākou! On the Dec. 21, 2025, we are highlighting wonderful holiday music from the Kahilu Theatre stage. The show this week is hosted by the Hawaiʻi Storytelling Fellows, Gilian Santiago and Mahealani duPont, and features holiday music from Kalani Peʻa, Jake Shimabukuro, Henry Kapono, Blayne Asing, Britni Paiva and the Waimea Community Choir. Mele, mele and more mele... All on the Dec. 21, 2025, episode of the Hawaiʻi Radio Hour from Kahilu.

Aloha kākou! On the Dec. 14, 2025, show we talk about a word we use all the time on the program: Moʻolelo. Kuʻulei Keakealani helps us understand the intricacies of moʻolelo. For our ʻike kūpuna segment we are going to be listening to Lopaka Kapanui. And we will be hearing mele about the Kumulipo from Kumu Micah Kamohoaliʻi and Halau Na Kipuʻupuʻu. And we will finish with a moʻolelo about Puakea Foresters quest to learn to make kapa.  News, ‘ike kūpuna, mele, moʻolelo and more... All on the Dec. 14, 2025, episode of the Hawaiʻi Radio Hour from Kahilu. Credits:Hawai’i Storyteller Fellows: Mahealani duPont, Gilian SantiagoHosts: Naka Nathaniel, Kolby Akamu Moser, Mileka Lincoln Reach us at aloha@hawaiiradiohour.comMahalo to our supporters:The Richard Smart Fund of the The Hawaiʻi Community FoundationThe Kawananakoa FoundationKamehameha SchoolsDeviants from the Norm FoundationStupski Foundation

Aloha mai kākou! This week’s show was recorded in front of a live audience at Kahilu on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2025. This show features Mileka Lincoln’s interview with Micah Kāne, the new head of Parker Ranch. For our ʻike kūpuna segment we take a closer look at kapa making with Roen Hufford. And we will be hearing mele from Amy Hanaiali’i. And we will finish with a moʻolelo from Elizabeth Pickett, one of the leaders of Hawai’i’s wildfire prevention efforts.  News, ‘ike kūpuna, mele, moʻolelo and more... All on the Dec. 7, 2025, episode of the Hawaiʻi Radio Hour from Kahilu. Credits:Hawai’i Storyteller Fellows: Mahealani duPont, Gilian SantiagoHosts: Naka Nathaniel, Kolby Akamu Moser, Mileka Lincoln Reach us at aloha@hawaiiradiohour.comMahalo to our supporters:The Richard Smart Fund of the The Hawaiʻi Community FoundationThe Kawananakoa FoundationKamehameha SchoolsDeviants from the Norm FoundationStupski Foundation

Aloha kākou! On the Nov. 30, 2025, show we return to taking a closer look at the military leases of state-owned land and future of governance on Mauna Kea by speaking with Dr. Noe Noe Wong-Wilson. For our ʻike kūpuna segment we are going to be listening to Aunty Shirley Kauhaihao talking about how to prepare ‘ulu. And we will be hearing mele from Nobuntu a trio from Zimbabwe. And we will finish with a moʻolelo about an abundance of ulu from Alan Gartenhaus.  News, ‘ike kūpuna, mele, moʻolelo and more... All on the Nov. 30, 2025, episode of the Hawaiʻi Radio Hour from Kahilu. 

Aloha kākou on the Nov. 23, 2025, show, hosted by Mahealani duPont and Naka Nathaniel,  we return to taking a closer look at the 23rd Annual Slack Key Guitar and Ukulele festival held at Kahilu Nov. 14 and 15. Jeff Peterson discusses the intricacies of ki ho’alu, the Hawaiian slack key guitar. And we hear the mega-jam with Nathan Aweau, Sonny Lim, Emma Coloma-Nakano, Ledward Kaapana, Jeff Peterson, Brittni Paiva and Kainani Kahaunaele. And for our mo’olelo segment we will be sharing a story from Ryan Hooley.  News, ‘ike kūpuna, mele, moʻolelo and more... All on the Nov. 23, 2025, episode of the Hawaiʻi Radio Hour from Kahilu. Credits:Hawai’i Storyteller Fellows: Mahealani duPont, Gilian SantiagoHosts: Naka Nathaniel, Kolby Akamu Moser, Mileka Lincoln Reach us at aloha@hawaiiradiohour.comMahalo to our supporters:The Richard Smart Fund of the The Hawaiʻi Community FoundationThe Kawananakoa FoundationKamehameha SchoolsDeviants from the Norm FoundationStupski Foundation

Aloha kākou! On the Nov. 16, 2025, show, we revisit a few of our favorite moʻolelo and share something new from one of our in-person shows. For our ʻike kūpuna and mele segments we are going to be listening to Aunty Doreen Kama. And we will share moʻolelo from Max and Ippy Aiona, father-and-son restaurateurs from Waimea. And we will finish with a moʻolelo from Gilian Santiago.  News, ‘ike kūpuna, mele, moʻolelo and more... All on the Nov. 16, 2025, episode of the Hawaiʻi Radio Hour from Kahilu. Credits:Hawai’i Storyteller Fellows: Mahealani duPont, Gillian Santiago and Tati DunhourHosts: Naka Nathaniel, Kolby Akamu Moser, Mileka Lincoln Reach us at aloha@hawaiiradiohour.comMahalo to our supporters:The Richard Smart Fund of the The Hawaiʻi Community FoundationThe Kawananakoa FoundationKamehameha SchoolsDeviants from the Norm FoundationStupski Foundation

Aloha kākou on the Nov. 9, 2025, show we return to taking a closer look at the future of governance on Mauna Kea. For our ʻike kūpuna segment we are going to be listening to Aunty Pua Case talking about what keeps her up at night when it comes to our most precious resource - wai. And we will be hearing mele from the Grammy-nominated and multi-Nā Hoku Hanohano award winner, Amy Hanaialiʻi. And we will finish with a moʻolelo from local entrepreneur Dayna Wong. News, ‘ike kūpuna, mele, moʻolelo and more... All on the Nov. 9, 2025, episode of the Hawaiʻi Radio Hour from Kahilu.Credits:Hawai’i Storyteller Fellows: Mahealani duPont, Gillian Santiago and Tati DunhourHosts: Naka Nathaniel, Kolby Akamu Moser, Mileka Lincoln Reach us at aloha@hawaiiradiohour.comMahalo to our supporters:The Richard Smart Fund of the The Hawaiʻi Community FoundationThe Kawananakoa FoundationKamehameha SchoolsDeviants from the Norm FoundationStupski Foundation

Aloha kākou on the Nov. 2, 2025, show we will take a closer look at the Micronesian community in Hawaii. For our ʻike kūpuna segment we are going to be listening to Uncle Willy Kaupiko talk about fishing for opelu. And we will be hearing mele from Slack Key musician, Jeff Peterson. And we will finish with a moʻolelo from Kenny Tagavilla – Kenny T –  about bouncing back from a low point in his life.News, ‘ike kūpuna, mele, moʻolelo and more...  News, ‘ike kūpuna, mele, moʻolelo and more... All on the Nov. 2, 2025, episode of the Hawaiʻi Radio Hour from Kahilu. Credits:Hawai’i Storyteller Fellows: Mahealani duPont, Gillian Santiago and Tati DunhourHosts: Naka Nathaniel, Mileka Lincoln, MILEKA Akamu MoserReach us at aloha@hawaiiradiohour.comMahalo to our supporters:The Richard Smart Fund of the The Hawaiʻi Community FoundationThe Kawananakoa FoundationKamehameha SchoolsDeviants from the Norm FoundationStupski Foundation

Aloha mai kākou on todayʻs program we'll be discussing the future decision making process for Mauna Kea with Lanakila Mangauil. For our ʻike kūpuna segment we are going to be listening to Keahualani Marshall about the Kohala field system and ʻuala. We will hear mele from an all star lineup of musicians from last year's Slack Key and Ukulele Festival. And we will finish with a moʻolelo from Tatiana Dunhour about crossing the Kaiwi Channel in an outrigger canoe for the first time. News, ‘ike kūpuna, mele, moʻolelo and more...Credits: Hawai’i Storyteller Fellows: Mahealani duPont, Gillian Santiago and Tati DunhourHosts: Naka Nathaniel and Mileka Lincoln Reach us at aloha@hawaiiradiohour.comMahalo to our supporters:The Richard Smart Fund of the The Hawaiʻi Community FoundationThe Kawananakoa FoundationKamehameha SchoolsDeviants from the Norm FoundationStupski Foundation

Aloha mai kākou! This episode was ecorded in front an audience at Kahilu Theatre! On the program we'll be talking to Representative Jill Tokuda about the shutdown of the federal government. For our ʻike kūpuna segment we are going to be listening to Rowen Hufford talk about her kapa making practice. We will hear mele from Kanani Kahaunaele from last year's Slack Key and Ukulele Festival. And we will finish with a moʻolelo from Mahealani duPont about belonging and building pilina. News, ‘ike kūpuna, mele, moʻolelo and more... All on the Oct. 19th episode of the Hawaiʻi Radio Hour from Kahilu. Credits:Hawai’i Storyteller Fellows: Mahealani duPont, Gillian Santiago and Tati DunhourHosts: Naka Nathaniel, Mileka Lincoln, Kolby Akamu MoserReach us at aloha@hawaiiradiohour.comMahalo to our supporters:The Richard Smart Fund of the The Hawaiʻi Community FoundationThe Kawananakoa FoundationKamehameha SchoolsDeviants from the Norm FoundationStupski Foundation