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District 4 candidates are reacting to a new ruling that makes Tommy Waters ineligible for election, though over 15,000 ballots already returned will still count. Plus, as Maui approaches the three-year mark since the Lahaina wildfire, survivors' mental health remains a major concern.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Talk Cosmos as we explore the 20° Leo Solar Eclipse occurring a few weeks ahead on August 12. To give each of these powerful celestial markers sufficient attention, we will cover the August 12 Solar Eclipse in this episode and dive into the August 27 Pisces Lunar Eclipse later in the month.Nodal Dynamics & Critical DegreesThe Lunar Nodes move in reverse (clockwise around the zodiac) and have just entered the Aquarius North Node and Leo South Node. This New Moon in Leo comes into orb of a conjunction with the Leo South Node, marking the second solar eclipse of the year and the first under this new nodal axis.Furthermore, the nodes will hold at the critical 29th degree for over two months (from July 26 through October 9). This intense degree echoes the remaining residue of the previous Pisces-Virgo nodal cycle, which permeates through this pair of upcoming eclipses—the Solar Eclipse in Leo and the Lunar Eclipse tipping into Pisces.Navigating the EnergiesWe may feel a bit cautious yet deeply driven to realize our dreams and visions. Meanwhile, our inner life spark thrives on activating and nourishing personal relationships. What we value—and seek to align emotionally with our past—seems to evolve through immediate experience. Ultimately, we are deeply transmuting the foundational strategies and wisdom behind our core desires.Taking time to listen to our heart's internal direction recalibrates how we support our life path. Leo represents heart-centered leadership. By refining subtle, negatively intentional motives—such as unexamined anger or vengeance—we clear the path for fulfilling, authentic Leo leadership. Life invites us to use our creative gifts for the collective good, showing us where to release the ego's subtle demands for entitlement or arrogance so we can step fully into updated leadership roles within our communities. The Essence of the LuminaryAs our most personal luminary, the Moon regulates how the past flows into the present. It allows us to experience emotions, habits, and instinctual feelings, offering energetic input that helps piece together new meaning. In doing so, it supports our ongoing life story as we grow, heal, and evolve in mind, body, heart, and spirit.The ConversationJoining Sue Rose Minahan from Kailua-Kona, Big Island, Hawai'i, will be Talk Cosmos member Amanda Pierce of Seattle, Washington.Connect with inspiration! Never miss an episode by subscribing to TalkCosmos.com across YouTube @TalkCosmos, Facebook, KKNW-AM radio, and all major podcast platforms.AMANDA PIERCE: blends her eclectic style of astrology and energy magic around a soul-centered approach to life and healing. With a B.A. in Psychology, Astrology and Energy Work Consultation | Meditation | Writing & Editing. Empowerment-based Meditation: teaching in-person 4-week series classes. Email: Amandamoonastrology@gmail.com Past WSAA Board Member | UAC 2018 Volunteer Coordinator.SUE ‘ROSE' MINAHAN: Evolutionary Astrologer Consultant, Speaker, Writer, Dwarf Planet University graduate; Vibrational Astrology student under Linda Berry, Kepler Astrology Toastmasters Charter member; Wine Country Speakers member; holds an Associate of Fine Arts Music Degree, & a Certificate of Fine Arts in Jazz. Artist & musician. Mythology enthusiast. Talk Cosmos weekly conversations awaken heart and soul consciousness since 2018. talkcosmos.com#LeoSolarEclipse #lunarnodes #nodalaxis #JupiterinLeo #Astrology2026 #TalkCosmos #SueRoseMinahan #AmandaPierceIn the spirit of Einstein's wisdom on the shifting nature of energy, “Energy's never destroyed, energy only changes.” Talk Cosmos is your opportunity to ponder the collective unconscious and focus on the cosmic kaleidoscope. Discover the energy that is Talk Cosmos, every Sunday from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. right here on Alternative Talk 1150!Visit https://talkcosmos.com for weekly schedule, blog, and information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Join Talk Cosmos as we explore the 20° Leo Solar Eclipse occurring a few weeks ahead on August 12. To give each of these powerful celestial markers sufficient attention, we will cover the August 12 Solar Eclipse in this episode and dive into the August 27 Pisces Lunar Eclipse later in the month. Nodal Dynamics & Critical Degrees The Lunar Nodes move in reverse (clockwise around the zodiac) and have just entered the Aquarius North Node and Leo South Node. This New Moon in Leo comes into orb of a conjunction with the Leo South Node, marking the second solar eclipse of the year and the first under this new nodal axis. Furthermore, the nodes will hold at the critical 29th degree for over two months (from July 26 through October 9). This intense degree echoes the remaining residue of the previous Pisces-Virgo nodal cycle, which permeates through this pair of upcoming eclipses—the Solar Eclipse in Leo and the Lunar Eclipse tipping into Pisces. Navigating the Energies We may feel a bit cautious yet deeply driven to realize our dreams and visions. Meanwhile, our inner life spark thrives on activating and nourishing personal relationships. What we value—and seek to align emotionally with our past—seems to evolve through immediate experience. Ultimately, we are deeply transmuting the foundational strategies and wisdom behind our core desires. Taking time to listen to our heart's internal direction recalibrates how we support our life path. Leo represents heart-centered leadership. By refining subtle, negatively intentional motives—such as unexamined anger or vengeance—we clear the path for fulfilling, authentic Leo leadership. Life invites us to use our creative gifts for the collective good, showing us where to release the ego's subtle demands for entitlement or arrogance so we can step fully into updated leadership roles within our communities. The Essence of the Luminary As our most personal luminary, the Moon regulates how the past flows into the present. It allows us to experience emotions, habits, and instinctual feelings, offering energetic input that helps piece together new meaning. In doing so, it supports our ongoing life story as we grow, heal, and evolve in mind, body, heart, and spirit. The Conversation Joining Sue Rose Minahan from Kailua-Kona, Big Island, Hawai'i, will be Talk Cosmos member Amanda Pierce of Seattle, Washington. Connect with inspiration! Never miss an episode by subscribing to TalkCosmos.com across YouTube @TalkCosmos, Facebook, KKNW-AM radio, and all major podcast platforms. AMANDA PIERCE: blends her eclectic style of astrology and energy magic around a soul-centered approach to life and healing. With a B.A. in Psychology, Astrology and Energy Work Consultation | Meditation | Writing & Editing. Empowerment-based Meditation: teaching in-person 4-week series classes. Email: Amandamoonastrology@gmail.com Past WSAA Board Member | UAC 2018 Volunteer Coordinator. SUE ‘ROSE' MINAHAN: Evolutionary Astrologer Consultant, Speaker, Writer, Dwarf Planet University graduate; Vibrational Astrology student under Linda Berry, Kepler Astrology Toastmasters Charter member; Wine Country Speakers member; holds an Associate of Fine Arts Music Degree, & a Certificate of Fine Arts in Jazz. Artist & musician. Mythology enthusiast. Talk Cosmos weekly conversations awaken heart and soul consciousness since 2018. talkcosmos.com #LeoSolarEclipse #lunarnodes #nodalaxis #JupiterinLeo #Astrology2026 #TalkCosmos #SueRoseMinahan #AmandaPierce In the spirit of Einstein's wisdom on the shifting nature of energy, “Energy's never destroyed, energy only changes.” Talk Cosmos is your opportunity to ponder the collective unconscious and focus on the cosmic kaleidoscope. Discover the energy that is Talk Cosmos, every Sunday from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. right here on Alternative Talk 1150! Visit https://talkcosmos.com for weekly schedule, blog, and information.

When the new school year begins, a pilot program that connects HPD officers with students will be expanding in West Oahu. The Department of Health has confirmed Hawaii's fourth case of cyclosporiasis -- this time in a military member based in the islands. And the Department of Law Enforcement says it made what is believed to be the first felony arrest under Duke's Law after investigators say a man was caught hunting on private ranch land without permission.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When the new school year begins, a pilot program that connects Honolulu police officers with students will be expanding in West Oahu. Plus, Maui County officials have announced Lahaina’s Front Street will reopen to vehicle traffic Saturday, Aug. 1, one week before the three-year anniversary of the Maui wildfire disaster.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Hawaii state official indicted in a public corruption case remains on the job—and continues collecting a taxpayer-funded paycheck. Meanwhile, Council Chair Tommy Waters is fighting back after a judge ruled he cannot seek another term. Plus, the Native Hawaiian community is mourning the loss of legendary leader Kamaki Kanahele.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What if one of the most important dates in Hawaii history is also one most visitors never learn about?For Hawaii travelers and people who love the islands, understanding July 31 helps explain why Hawaiian sovereignty is not just history, but part of a living conversation today.

Trustees at the Office of Hawaiian Affairs clashed at a board meeting Wednesday over how to handle an independent investigative report connected to retaliation allegations by the agency’s CEO, Stacy Kealohalani Ferreira. Meanwhile, plans to fumigate a controversial condominium in downtown Honolulu Thursday morning ended with a standoff and renewed cries for help from residents.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trial is set for the 4 officials charged in the COVID bribery case, including Hawaii's Lieutenant Governor. What we've learned about their possible defense. We're just over a week away from Primary Election Day. We focus this morning on the race to be Kauai's next Mayor and how the candidates promise to serve the Garden Isle. Casey Lund, who apparently was tired of being stuck in the studio with us, will join us live from Hawaii Island! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

State officials say the first felony arrest has been made under a new law named after a Makaha rancher who was fatally shot while confronting trespassers on his property back in 2024. On Maui, another teen - a 14-year-old boy from Lahaina - has turned himself into police after a riot at a Lahaina resort two weeks ago that left multiple people injured. A third teen has been arrested for allegedly stealing tens of thousands of dollars worth of luxury items from the Shops of Wailea. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Four current and former state officials, including Lieutenant Governor Sylvia Luke pleaded not guilty to bribery and conspiracy charges this morning. A 65-year-old woman is in critical condition after she was hit by a vehicle near Alakawa Street and Nimitz. And we've been following the battle at Union Plaza between its owners and tenants. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Four of the five defendants in the state's biggest bribery case made their first court appearance today. Police have charged 24-year-old Austin Otto Smith in connection with a stabbing inside the Wahiawa McDonalds on Monday. And Honolulu fire investigators have determined a fire was intentionally set in the basement of an Alewa Heights home.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Laie woman was sentenced to 10 years in prison Wednesday for beating to death her 11-year-old adopted daughter. Plus, a law firm is appealing a Maui judge’s ruling over how attorneys will be paid from the multibillion-dollar wildfire settlement.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Laie woman learns her sentence today for the beating death of her adopted daughter. Then, Windward lawmakers push back on Mayor Blangiardi's controversial new landfill plan. Plus, a 22-year-old is fighting for his life after a gruesome, early morning crash on Oahu's North Shore. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A plea hearing in what's being called the biggest bribery scandal in state history. What we're expecting in court. Plus, HPD is continuing to work to solve its staffing problem. How the department is incorporating technology to get more applicants. We'll tell you all about credit card swipe fees, as well as why they are continuing to go up. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A 22-year-old man is in critical condition after crashing into two telephone poles on Oahu's North Shore. Police are searching for a hit-and-run driver after a crash left a man with life-threatening injuries on Sand Island Access Road. And Dr. Anthony Fauci, who was the infectious disease expert during the COVID pandemic, refused to answer lawmakers questions during a fiery hearing on Capitol Hill today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A multi-million-dollar plan is being made to restore one of Maui's most famous beaches. We'll tell you the controversy that is surrounding this. Plus, missiles were fired at American troops overnight. Howard Dicus will tell us what we know about Iran's attempt at a surprise attack in this morning's business news. More frustration for hundreds of workers in downtown Honolulu as TOPA Tower is still without power; we'll tell you what we know on this. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The search is on for a hit-and-run driver after a crash on Sand Island Access Road left a driver critically injured. Maui police arrested three teens in connection with a large brawl at a Kaanapali resort. On Oahu, ocean safety officials are monitoring high surf along east-facing shores from weakening Fausto.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fausto is passing north—bringing gusty winds and warning-level surf across the island chain. In Japan, the search is on for survivors after a powerful 7.1 magnitude earthquake. Plus, the fallout after a judge ruled against Tommy Waters in his bid for another City Council term. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Could one missed reservation derail the Hawaii day you planned your whole trip around?Free Hawaii Reservation CheckerHawaii's most popular sites use different booking windows, release times, and entry rules, which can make planning confusing even when you start months ahead.

We're following some breaking news in Waikiki where power is out for businesses in the area following reports of a loud boom. Several world leaders are here in the U.S. to pay their respects to South Carolina Senator Lindsay Graham. And just 12 days before the election, with voting already underway, a judge has ruled that the chair of the Honolulu City Council, Tommy Waters, cannot be re-elected.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tracking Tropical Storm Fausto. Forecasts are showing a northern path for the storm, but we aren't out of the woods yet. A marine salvage company took on a job that cost way more than expected and wants the state to pay up. But the agency in charge is pushing back, saying the company didn't follow its rules. Fifty years after Hokulea's maiden voyage to Tahiti, the canoe's original crew members gathered for a rare reunion.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Honolulu police arrest a suspect in an attempted murder at a McDonald’s in Wahiawa. Current and former government officials charged in the bribery scandal are set to appear in court. Plus, a mother calls for justice after a canoe regatta on Maui takes a violent turn.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A judge has ruled the chair of the City Council is not eligible to run for re-election. Court dates are now set for Lieutenant Governor Sylvia Luke and the public officials indicted in a bribery scandal. Plus, a Hawaii vendor captures the terrifying moment gunshots rang out at a Seattle food festival where three people were killed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Duddy survived 28 hours in Hawaii's Kīlauea volcano after his helicopter crashed.Cinematographer Chris Duddy has worked on some of Hollywood's biggest movies like Titanic and Terminator 2. Filming in extreme conditions is part of his job, and he loves it, but nothing could prepare him for the day the helicopter he was in crashed inside the crater of an active volcano. It was November 1992 and he was flying over the Big Island of Hawaii shooting footage for the end of the Hollywood thriller Sliver. The shot involved flying over the active Kīlauea volcano, but during filming the helicopter suffered total engine failure and crash-landed inside the Puʻu ʻŌʻō vent of the volcano. Chris, along with his director of photography Mike Benson and the pilot Craig Hosking, were trapped there – 300 feet down and perilously close to a lava pool. Choking on toxic fumes and enduring bizarrely freezing temperatures when the weather closed in, Chris had to spend an entire night in the volcano, and the next day decided his only option was to climb out of the crater to escape. Presenter: Asya Fouks Producer: June Christie Lives Less Ordinary is a podcast from the BBC World Service that brings you the most incredible true stories from around the world. Each episode a guest shares their most dramatic, moving, personal story. Listen for unbelievable twists, mysteries uncovered, and inspiring journeys - spanning the entire human experience. Step into someone else's life and expect the unexpected.   Got a story to tell? Send an email to liveslessordinary@bbc.co.uk or message us via WhatsApp: 0044 330 678 2784   You can read our privacy notice here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/articles/5YD3hBqmw26B8WMHt6GkQxG/lives-less-ordinary-privacy-notice

We're following breaking political news that throws an important City Council race into chaos, as a state judge declared Council Chair Tommy Waters ineligible to run for a third term. Four current and former state officials and a businessman have been indicted in what experts are calling the biggest bribery scandal in state history. And on Hawaii Island, a wildfire in South Kohala near Kawaihae has been extinguished. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A large brush fire that forced evacuations on Hawaii Island is now out. The partnership that the island's mayor is praising for keeping residents safe. A major story we're tracking this week -- the path of Hurricane Fausto as it nears Hawaii. What you are being urged to do now to prepare. We'll catch up with a woman swimming down the entire California coastline. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fire crews are still battling a brush fire on Hawaiʻi Island—and evacuations remain in effect for Kawaihae Village. A 45-year-old man is seriously hurt after an overnight shooting on Hopaka Street. Plus: a Downtown Honolulu office tower is still without power after an A/C leak damaged electrical equipment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, we're catching up on what's been happening around San Diego and beyond, including a trip to the Big Island, a comedy show at the Sports Arena, golfing at Lake San Marcos, the return of San Diego FC, Padres baseball, and opening weekend at the Del Mar racetrack.For this week's New, To-Do, and To-Don't, we're talking about a new restaurant coming to Bressi Ranch, a free concert at Moonlight Beach, and why visiting Mission Bay may now require a little more bathroom planning.We also answer a real estate question about how much a great view can add to a San Diego home's value and share a real-world example of two similar homes selling for very different prices.Finally, we dive into the story of Kate Sessions, the “Mother of Balboa Park,” and how her work helped shape the trees, plants, and overall look of San Diego that we know today.Brought to you by the Livin' in San Diego real estate crew. Thinking about making a move in San Diego County? Reach out through the link below.Buying - https://www.livininsandiego.com/buySelling - https://www.livininsandiego.com/sell

An Oahu grand jury has indicted five people, including Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke, in what experts are calling the biggest bribery scandal in state history. The state health department has confirmed two more cases of cyclosporiasis in Hawaii residents who traveled internationally and to a U.S. state with the outbreak. The surf is slowly dropping, but there's still a nice swell for high school competitors in the Honua Finals at Ala Moana Bowls.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New details emerge in Hawaii's growing corruption case after a late-night fire sends dozens of firefighters to Downtown Honolulu. And Honolulu police are searching for the driver involved in a hit-and-run that seriously injured a pedestrian in Kapahulu. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hawaii has joined a lawsuit against the Trump administration amidst pressure to modify election procedures. What's being threatened for states that don't comply? Multiple airlines are in the mix to be the future service provider to Lanai. An exciting couple of days of surfing at Ala Moana Bowls. Casey Lund is live with a preview of the Honua Finals which will feature some of the best high school surfers from Hawaii and around the world. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Surf is up on the South shore, where advisory-level waves will be rolling in with the potential to reach dangerous warning levels tonight into Friday. A 56-year-old Kahaluu man has been charged with the death of 65-year-old Andrew Brown, who was killed by a drunk driver as he was walking home in June of 2025. And emergency crews evacuated the Topa Financial Center tower in Downtown Honolulu this morning. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Trump had a warning for Russia and China regarding the conflict in Iran, as the White House launches new tariffs against dozens of countries including U.S. allies. Hawaii is among 25 states suing the Trump administration over new conditions tied to federal disaster and security funding. And a former Kauai resident has been indicted for trafficking Fentanyl. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hey there food fans, welcome back to The Food For ThoughtCast. Episode 159 brings us Morgan Smith from Kalm with Kava. Morgan is the CEO of Kalm with Kava. He has spent the past decade immersed in the world of kava. What is kava? Listen to find out! It is as much ritual and tradition, as it is beverage and ingredient. His work regularly takes him across the South Pacific, where he works directly with growers in Vanuatu, Fiji, Tonga, and Hawaiʻi to learn from local communities, collaborate with farmers, and help preserve traditional kava practices. On the Big Island, he grows kava, taro, and sugarcane, giving him a hand-on perspective that's rooted in the land and the people as much as the business. Morgan teaches me about his journey to finding kava, the historical importance of "canoe crops", and the social value of slowing down. Find all things kava at Kalm With Kava on Facebook or Instagram. Morgan was a delight to talk to and is a stellar human being. FFTC approved! Thanks for listening.

As fighting with Iran escalates, the U.S. is sending dozens of medics to an American military hospital in Germany to treat service members who are injured in the conflict. Health officials are investigating a new separate outbreak of the parasite cyclospora, involving more than 70 cases. And we're learning more about a large fight at a West Maui resort last Friday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Democratic divide over support for Israel. We hear from the candidates in one of Hawaii's most closely watched races on where they stand. A milestone for Honolulu's rail project. The project that's now complete and what it means for the line as it stretches towards Downtown. Parents, prepare to pony up. How much you'll spend on supplies as you get your child ready to go back to school. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fausto is the first hurricane of the Eastern Pacific Hurricane Season, and it will be weakening as it heads towards the Central Pacific. The remains of a soldier with Hawaii ties who was killed in the war with Iran returned to U.S. soil today. And the Medical Examiner's Office has identified Richard Calistro as the 83-year-old victim of Monday's house fire in Makakilo.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Pirate Street Journal takes a sharp look at business through the category design lens, and this episode delivers three stories that reveal how the decisions made today will define economic winners and losers for decades. From data center legislation in New York to Apple raising prices and a Costco cashier becoming a millionaire, each story points to the same underlying truth: the category you choose matters more than almost anything else. Whether you are a governor, a tech executive, or an hourly worker, picking the right side of the S-curve is everything. This is just one of the topics that Pirates Christopher Lochhead, Eddie Yoon and Bri Clark discuss on this episode of Pirate Street Journal. Each week, the Category Pirates pick three headlines worth paying attention to and break down the category underneath. You're listening to Christopher Lochhead: Follow Your Different. We are the real dialogue podcast for people with a different mind. So get your mind in a different place, and hey ho, let's go.   New York Said No to Data Centers and It Will Pay the Price On July 10th, New York became the first state in America to ban new data centers, with Governor Kathy Hochul signing a freeze on permits for hyperscale facilities for up to a full year. She cited higher power bills, water use, and grid strain as her reasons. Meanwhile, legislation is already being introduced to extend that freeze to three years. This is happening at the same time a study revealed New York has lost $11 billion in taxes due to millionaires leaving the state, and the city recently implemented rent control that has effectively killed new housing development. Compare that to Boise, Idaho, where four people started a memory chip company called Micron in the basement of a dental office back in 1978. Today, Micron employs more than 6,000 people, stands as the third largest private employer in Idaho, and just committed to a $15 billion expansion, the largest private investment in the state’s history. One town said yes 48 years ago and is still cashing that check. The next Boise could be anywhere someone decides to welcome the future, including, perhaps, the Big Island of Hawaii. The smarter move for any governor would not be a blanket freeze but a proof of concept, a small data center pilot that generates real-world data instead of relying on academic spreadsheets. Governors today have more power and agency than they may realize, and the choice between welcoming AI infrastructure or blocking it is really a choice between the future and the past.   Apple’s Price Hikes Signal the Return of On-Premise AI Apple recently raised prices across its lineup, with the Mac Studio jumping $1,300 and even entry-level MacBooks climbing $100. Tim Cook called the memory shortage a hundred-year flood, and he is not entirely wrong. DRAM and NAND prices surged roughly 60% last quarter and are projected to climb another 13 to 18% this quarter, with some analysts expecting memory costs to double again before the cycle ends. The AI hardware boom is still in its early innings, and anyone due for an upgrade should know that prices are only heading one direction. But the deeper story here is about data ownership and the return of on-premise computing. When businesses send their data into cloud-based AI platforms, those platforms can see everything. The controversy around Anthropic launching a product that competed directly with Cursor, a development tool built on top of Anthropic’s cloud, illustrated exactly why enterprises cannot afford to hand over their intellectual capital. Goldman Sachs, Merck, Citibank, none of them can afford to have an AI provider see their most sensitive work and potentially act on it. Apple’s privacy-first approach and its push to run more AI directly on device is not just a marketing position. It is a strategic response to a real problem. As LLMs commoditize, Apple is positioning itself as the gateway that routes your queries to the right model for the right task, while keeping your data on your device and out of someone else’s servers. Dell is also worth watching here, as its infrastructure business is growing at 40% while its consumer hardware grows at just 5%, a clear signal that the on-prem shift is accelerating.   The Costco Cashier Proves Category Kings Build Millionaires The Wall Street Journal ran a story about a Costco cashier who makes $32.90 an hour, started at $5.85 back when it was still Price Club, owns a three-bedroom home with a pool, and has a 401(k) worth over one million dollars. He is not an outlier. Costco’s CFO confirmed that many thousands of their hourly workers have crossed the seven-figure mark in retirement savings, and the company’s annual turnover sits at just 7% compared to a retail industry average of 60%. This story is really about category design in action. Costco became a category king in retail by capping its markups at 15% when every other retailer was charging 35 to 40%, offering generous health benefits even to part-timers, and building a culture that retains people for decades. When you combine low turnover with a growing stock, mission-driven leadership, and a business model that serves customers, employees, and investors simultaneously, you get the kind of compounding wealth that turns a cashier into a millionaire. The lesson applies whether you are scanning groceries or launching a startup. The category you pick matters more than the salary on your offer letter. Finding a company on the left side of the S-curve, one that treats its customers, its people, and its investors well while still growing, is the real career decision. The title and the paycheck matter far less than whether the category you join is heading toward abundance or quietly flatlining on the way down. To hear about all the topics in this week's The Pirate Street Journal, download and listen to this episode. You can also read more Pirate Street Journal entries in the Category Pirates newsletter.   We hope you enjoyed this episode of Christopher Lochhead: Follow Your Different™! Christopher loves hearing from his listeners. Feel free to email him, connect on Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), LinkedIn, and subscribe on Apple Podcast / Spotify!

A solemn ceremony today at Dover Air Force Base in Delaware, where leaders attended the Dignified Transfer for the four U.S. troops killed in the Middle East this week, including 1st Lieutenant Tyler James Feehan who had previously lived in Ewa Beach. Gov. Josh Green says the Hawaii attorney general is about to announce major new developments in the bribery probe at the state capitol. And a pair of Kailua-Kona men have been charged in connection to two stabbings at a graduation party on Hawaii Island. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A solemn procedure honoring the sacrifice of a soldier with Hawaii ties. We'll take you live to the Dignified Transfer of Army 1st Lieutenant Tyler Feehan. Honolulu's mayor takes a stand, backing the new design of Hawaii's driver's licenses and IDs. Another design is turning heads, along a beach in Japan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Honolulu Mayor Rich Blangiardi is responding to backlash over Hawaii's new state ID. The opening sessions of the Native Hawaiian Convention kicked off today. And on Hawaii Island, police have released new details on yesterday's deadly head-on crash in the Volcano area. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gov. Josh Green joins Spotlight Now to discuss some of the top issues in Hawaii. Then, attorney John Choi, who is running for lieutenant governor, sits down to talk about his platform.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How much does a Hawaii trip really cost in 2026, and are you budgeting enough before you book?

The Army identified two U.S. soldiers killed in Jordan while defending against Iranian missile and drone attacks, one with a Hawaii connection. Residents in a tight-knit Makakilo neighborhood are heartbroken after an early morning fire kills an elderly man. What students and families need to know as a new school year approaches with a new cell phone ban on Hawaii public school campuses.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth just wrapped up his testimony on Capitol Hill for the first time since the recent escalation with Iran and the deaths of 3 U.S. service members, including a soldier with Hawaii ties. A trial is underway for the man accused of killing his girlfriend and their 6-month-old son in Ewa Beach. And prosecutors say a motion for a new trial for Gerhardt Konig should be thrown out -- the 47-year-old anesthesiologist from Maui was convicted of attempted manslaughter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New details on the soldier with Hawaii ties who was killed in an Iranian airstrike. How he's being honored as the U.S. promises retaliation. Reaction from neighbors after an elderly man dies in a Makakilo house fire. We are just about 2 weeks until the start of the next school year. The new rules for students, including restrictions on cell phones. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A soldier from Hawaii has been identified as one of the service members killed in the Middle East over the weekend. Who he is, as the U.S. expands airstrikes against Iran. Ballots have been sent for Hawaii's primary election, which is now less than 3 weeks away. We'll show you the efforts to make sure the state's vote-counting machines are ready to go. The 25th Native Hawaiian Convention begins today. Casey Lund will be live at the Blaisdell this morning to give us a look at what attendees can expect. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An Army soldier from Ewa Beach is one of two U.S. service members who were killed in Jordan over the weekend during an attack from Iran. Honolulu Police are looking for the suspect in an armed robbery at a convenience store in Kalihi early this morning. And a man who was found unconscious inside a burning building this morning in Makakilo has died.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why does Kauai look small on a map but take twice as long to get around as you'd think?If you're planning a Kauai trip, that mismatch between the map and reality can wreck a good itinerary fast.