Civil Beat: Pod Squad

Host Chad Blair dives into the biggest stories of the week and what they mean for the people of Hawaii. He's joined by Civil Beat reporters who share their insights on issues they cover. Guests often include public officials, civic leaders and members of the community for a roundtable discussion on the hottest topics in Hawaii.

‘This Is Gold’: An Unprecedented Push To Restore Urban Honolulu Watersheds From Ridge To Reef

A nearly $8 million project will take the Hawaiian approach to land management and apply it to busy parts of town.

05-28
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Pod Squad: Meet AARP’s New Volunteer State President

Gary Simon has been involved in issues relating to seniors for years.

07-15
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Pod Squad: Why The US Supreme Court’s Gerrymandering Decision Is So Important

Voting rights, fair elections and a crisis of confidence in government are as relevant now as they were during the tumultuous 1960s and 1970s.

07-01
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Pod Squad: Kahi Mohala Helps Kids Facing A Mental Health Crisis

The end of the school year is a time when many children and teens exhibit heightened problems and more frequent thoughts of suicide.

05-20
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Pod Squad: Climate Change Meets The Arts

A historic house in Honolulu sets the scene for a discussion of how the humanities can help address global warming.

05-10
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Pod Squad: Meeting Trump’s Immigration Policies With ‘ Resistance and Resilience’

Marielena Hincapie, head of the National Immigration Law Center, said it is a time of great fear and trauma in many immigrant communities.

04-29
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Pod Squad: Save Our Sharks

We discuss legislation that would prohibit the intentional killing of sharks and manta rays in Hawaii waters.

04-08
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Pod Squad: Helping Men In Their Crucial First Weeks Out Of Prison

First Lap helps former inmates make successful transitions — with no government funding.

04-01
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Pod Squad: Hawaii’s ‘Vaping Epidemic’

Public health advocate Trish La Chica talks about legislative efforts to keep young people healthier.

03-25
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Pod Squad: Trevor Ozawa — ‘I Bring An Independent Voice To This Community’

Social issues, the environment and public safety including homelessness top the District 4 candidate's concerns.

03-19
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Pod Squad: Tommy Waters Says Homelessness Is The Issue In Council Race

The Honolulu City Council candidate discussed his upcoming rematch with Trevor Ozawa for the District 4 seat.

03-18
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Pod Squad: Speaking Up For The State Senate

Senate communications director Richard Rapoza says if people watched more closely how the chamber functions, they might be impressed.

03-11
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Pod Squad: When You’re Not In A Union, There’s A Retirement Crisis

A Senate bill would help by establishing a private-sector retirement savings program. But some employers are opposing it.

03-04
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Pod Squad: Got A Tip On A Crime? Call This Guy

Honolulu's CrimeStoppers program offers cash rewards for tips that pan out. And its annual dinner to raise money for those rewards is coming up.

02-25
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Pod Squad: Kai Kahele Is Already Running For Congress. Here’s Why

The Hawaii state senator from the Big Island is highly critical of opponent Tulsi Gabbard's meeting with Syrian president Assad.

02-19
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Pod Squad: In Hawaii, Men Still Earn More Than Women

The AAUW offers scholarships to help women and girls mitigate the wage gap, which has only widened locally.

02-11
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