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The Conversation

Hawaiʻi Public Radio
Maui Wildfires
Pickleball
PFAS
Fire Safety Research Institute
Lahaina
Emergency Response
Hawaii
FEMA
Insurance Crisis
Long-Term Housing
Waimea
Marc Benioff
Gaza
Hawaiian Electric
Whooping Cough
Honolulu Board Of Water Supply
Haʻikū Stairs
Freedom Flotilla
Wildfires
Red Hill Fuel Contamination

Whether you live in our state or far from our shores, you’ll know what’s happening in Hawaiʻi with HPR's daily hour of locally focused discussions of public affairs, ideas, culture and the arts. Guests from across the islands and around the world provide perspectives on life in Hawaiʻi — and issues that have not yet reached Hawaiʻi. Hosted by HPR's Catherine Cruz. Have something to say? Send a com... more

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Latest Episodes

Pedro Haro, the executive director of the American Lung Association in Hawaiʻi, shares the longstanding push to regulate the tobacco industry; Melanie Islam, American Institute of Architects — Hawaiʻi Chapter president, on efforts to fund the State B... more

HPR's Ashley Mizuo talked with Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke on details of a January 2022 meeting where she received two checks amid a current investigation on an "influential lawmaker" accused of accepting $35,000; New York Times journalist Jodi Kantor on he... more

Honolulu Civil Beat's Christina Jedra reports on how Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke says she may be the lawmaker mentioned in the $35,000 payment allegation; Ed Noh, executive director of the Hawaiʻi State Public Charter School Commission, talks about the bene... more

Hawaiian Electric spokesperson Darren Pai shares the latest on power outages and preparedness during heavy winds; Hawaiian Rent-All co-owner Scott Jung talks about the company’s history of poking fun at current events via its sign overlooking Beretan... more

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Recent Guests

Derek Rowe
Meteorologist at the National Weather Service
National Weather Service
Episode: The Conversation: Weather updates; Hawaiian Rent-All sign
Derek Turbin
Chair of the Democratic Party of Hawaii
Democratic Party of Hawaii
Episode: The Conversation: Weather updates; Hawaiian Rent-All sign
Alison Schafer
Special Projects and Weekend Editor at the Honolulu Star Advertiser covering tourism
Honolulu Star Advertiser
Episode: The Conversation: Weather updates; Hawaiian Rent-All sign
Nadine Nakamura
House Speaker of Hawaii
Hawaii State Legislature
Episode: The Conversation: Weather updates; Hawaiian Rent-All sign
Darren Pai
Spokesperson for Hawaiian Electric
Hawaiian Electric
Episode: The Conversation: Weather updates; Hawaiian Rent-All sign
Scott Jung
Co-owner of Hawaiian Rent-All
Hawaiian Rent-All
Episode: The Conversation: Weather updates; Hawaiian Rent-All sign
Jin Young Lee
Filmmaker of the documentary 'Songs of Love from Hawaii'
Episode: The Conversation: Bad Bunny; Kalaupapa faces big change
Amy Thomas
Director of the Hawaii Tourism Europe Office
Hawaii Tourism Authority
Episode: The Conversation: Bad Bunny; Kalaupapa faces big change
Tom Patterson
Retired senior cartographer for the National Park Service
National Park Service
Episode: The Conversation: Driver's license renewal; The art of map-making

Host

Catherine Cruz
Host of the daily discussions, focusing on local public affairs, culture, and community issues, providing a platform for listener engagement and diverse perspectives.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 43 ratings
  • Vital Local News Coverage for modern times

    That’s great to see HPR on Apple podcasts definitely a great evolution from traditional radio

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Vinceonlana'i
    United States7 months ago
  • Superb Local News Coverage

    I was worried that the length of the podcast was going to be a liability. After listening to the first show I find the news stories compelling and enough time was given to put the story in context to help answer the question “why should I care about this story”. Great start. May this live long and prosper. (Sorry, I’m in the middle of a Star Trek marathon.)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stewart96782
    United States4 years ago

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Many find the format engaging due to its incorporation of listener comments, enriching the conversation.
Listeners appreciate the insightful coverage of local issues and cultural narratives.
The show is praised for its accessible discussions that resonate with community concerns.

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The Conversation: Driver's license renewal; The art of map-making
Q: Are there challenges to mapping in Hawaii?
No, Hawaii is viewed as a dream for cartographers due to its diverse landscapes.
The Conversation: Driver's license renewal; The art of map-making
Q: What is the goal of the legislation discussed?
To limit corporate donations and reduce the influence of dark money in politics.
The Conversation: Driver's license renewal; The art of map-making
Q: Has this approach been tried before?
No, this approach is completely new and would make Hawaii the first state to enact such legislation.
The Conversation: Honolulu marathon; Hawaiʻi bird extinctions
Q: What were the primary hypotheses explored concerning bird extinctions?
They explored the overkill, deforestation, climate change, and species introduction hypotheses, concluding that there's no significant evidence supporting the idea that Hawaiians hunted birds to extinction.
The Conversation: Honolulu marathon; Hawaiʻi bird extinctions
Q: What would you say to lawmakers about growing sports tourism?
Participation sports are going to become very important as they engage people in experiences rather than just the role of a spectator.

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What is The Conversation about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focusing on the unique issues and cultural narratives of Hawaii, the discussions center around public affairs, thoughtful conversations, and community stories. Episodes feature a diverse range of topics, such as housing policies, healthcare access, local journalism, environmental challenges, and history, often highlighted through interviews with experts, community leaders, and cultural figures. Notably, there is a consistent emphasis on listener engagement, allowing for community voices to be heard and considered, making it a platform for both local and global perspectives on Hawaii's multifaceted landscape.

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1. Derek Rowe
2. Derek Turbin
3. Alison Schafer
4. Nadine Nakamura
5. Darren Pai
6. Scott Jung
7. Jin Young Lee
8. Amy Thomas

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