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The Conversation

Hawaiʻi Public Radio
Hawaii
Hawaii Public Radio
Climate Change
University Of Hawaii
Immigration
Government Shutdown
Aloha Stadium
Water Conservation
Hawaiian Electric
Artificial Intelligence
Chinatown
Marine Debris
SNAP
Illegal Fireworks
Affordable Housing
Golf
Honolulu
Federal Government
Kahoʻolawe
Hawaiʻi

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

Valerie Jarrett, CEO of the Obama Foundation, speaks with HPR in an exclusive media preview for the upcoming Obama Presidential Center; Hawaiian Airlines CEO Diana Birkett Rakow discusses rising flight costs.

Dre Kalili, Deputy Director of Harbors for the Department of Transportation, discusses the cruise industry; cruise passengers talk about the Green Fee's tax on cruise passengers.

John Berry, the new director for the Honolulu Zoo, talks about his past work at the Smithsonian; Hawaiʻi legal experts weigh in on the state's lawyer shortage.

Researchers from Columbia and UH talk about weatherproofing the FIFA World Cup; Lokahi Longevity co-founder David Watumull discusses a new blood test for heart health

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John Berry
New director of the Honolulu Zoo, formerly director at the Smithsonian National Zoo
Honolulu Zoo
Episode: The Conversation: New zoo director; Lawyer shortage
Colleen Oweche
Hawaii journalist covering Maui politics
Hawaii Journalism Initiative / MauiDow
Episode: The Conversation: New zoo director; Lawyer shortage
Mark Amurakami
Attorney, former Hawaii State Bar Association president
Damon Key & Justice Todd Eddins (co-chair)
Episode: The Conversation: New zoo director; Lawyer shortage
Todd Eddins
Hawaii Supreme Court Justice
Hawaii Judiciary
Episode: The Conversation: New zoo director; Lawyer shortage
David Watumull
Co-founder of Lokahi Longevity
Lokahi Longevity
Episode: The Conversation: World Cup weather prep; Heart health test
Joe Campos
Director of the Hawaii Department of Human Services
Hawaii Department of Human Services
Episode: The Conversation: Medicaid abuse, Swimming the Molokaʻi Channel
Cassie Ardonio
HPR reporter covering monk seal case
Hawaii Public Radio
Episode: The Conversation: Medicaid abuse, Swimming the Molokaʻi Channel
Jonathan Ezer
Former record-holding Kaiwi Channel swimmer, author
Independent/Author
Episode: The Conversation: Medicaid abuse, Swimming the Molokaʻi Channel
KB Sakuma
Executive Director of the Nature Conservancy's Micronesia and Polynesia Chapter
Nature Conservancy
Episode: The Conversation: A hana hou show on Pacific Island voices

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Catherine Cruz
Host of The Conversation

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 42 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 Statesa year 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 States5 years ago

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Great context and depth on Hawaii issues
Polished production with strong guest diversity
Engaging mix of policy and culture, keeps stories relevant
Vital Local News Coverage for modern times
Strong local storytelling and issue framing

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The Conversation: Gov. Josh Green’s veto list; Wildfire resilience
Q: Governor, how confident are you that you have budget flexibility to face upcoming storms?
Very confident thanks to targeted authorizations and latitude the legislature provided to address fire season and emergency needs, plus proactive planning.
The Conversation: World Cup weather prep; Heart health test
Q: How is this HSCRP testing made accessible in Hawaii, and what are the costs?
Lokahi Longevity has negotiated a fixed price of about $20.50 with a local diagnostic lab to perform the HSCRP test; the providers are not profiting from the test and encourage discussion with doctors.
The Conversation: Medicaid abuse, Swimming the Molokaʻi Channel
Q: What deadlines are you looking at for the strike force before it reports to the governor?
The plan is six months to set up the task force, complete an assessment, review the recertification letter, and have a draft report ready within two to three months, with final reporting due in six months.
The Conversation: Space simulation; Memory Beads play
Q: What is Hi-Seas, and why is Hawaii a good location for this space analog program?
Hi-Seas is an analog site on Mauna Loa used to simulate long-duration space missions, focusing on astronaut psychology and the system-of-systems approach; Hawaii offers stable weather, logistical support, and access to UH researchers.
The Conversation: South Korea; Students’ graduation stories
Q: What is the graduation project at Kapolei High School aiming to show?
It aims to give listeners intimate, time-stamped insights into seniors' thoughts and feelings as they approach graduation, captured through weekly audio journals.

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A locally focused current affairs program that blends political analysis, public policy, and culture with on-the-ground reporting from Hawaii. Episodes frequently pair policy discussions—ranging from energy costs and tax credits to immigration and budget transparency—with expert science, environment, and community voices. A notable strength is mixing hard-news segments with human-interest angles, cultural features, and technology/culture crossovers, offering listeners actionable context on how global trends intersect with Hawaiian life. The show often features policymakers, journalists, university researchers, and community organizers, delivering accessible explanations for a broad audience while highlighting local impact and practical impl... more

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1. John Berry
2. Colleen Oweche
3. Mark Amurakami
4. Todd Eddins
5. David Watumull
6. Joe Campos
7. Cassie Ardonio
8. Jonathan Ezer

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