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Rural health advocate John Desfur talks about how transportation shapes health care in rural Hawaiʻi; Investigative reporter Guthrie Scrimgeour delves into Mark Zuckerberg's land holdings on Kauaʻi
Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/786 Presented By: Fish The Fly, Stonefly Nets, On DeMark Lodge, Visit Idaho. BoneFishing in Hawaii might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of saltwater adventures, but for Marine veteran Mike Bressler, it's become both a calling and a way of life. In this episode, we head to the island of Oahu to uncover what makes Hawaii's flats fishery so unique—and so challenging. From bonefish (known locally as ō‘io) to golden trevally, Mike shares what it's like to guide in one of the Pacific's toughest but most rewarding destinations. Whether you're planning a DIY trip or dreaming of landing a 10+ pound bone, his insights are packed with practical value. We talk about everything from how to master casting in Hawaii's relentless trade winds to how moon phases affect bonefish behavior. Mike also opens up about building his homegrown “Bone Lodge” for guests, the cultural realities of fishing in local waters, and why he takes veterans out monthly for healing on the flats. This episode is more than a fishing guide—it's about patience, local respect, and finding purpose through saltwater fly fishing. Notes with Mike Bressler on Bonefishing Hawaii 2:03 - Mike Bressler explains that while bonefish are active year-round in Hawaii, spring and summer bring peak action. The largest fish stay on the flats during the winter spawning season, starting around November's full moon. Still, Hawaii is a tough fishery—constant trade winds and challenging conditions make it a true test for any angler. As Mike puts it, “If you can get good out here, you can be good anywhere.” 3:15 - Mike Bressler is based on the island of Oahu, Hawaii's most visited island, known for its iconic Waikiki, but also home to quieter country towns like Hau‘ula, where Mike lives. He explains that bonefish—locally called ‘ō‘io (pronounced "oyo")—can be found all around the island, from beaches to flats. While flats fishing is preferred, Mike notes he has even spotted bonefish from the shoreline. In addition to bonefish, the waters also host various trevally species, including bluefin, golden, and the rare giant trevally, though bonefish remain the main attraction for visiting anglers. Click here for more information. 5:46 - Retired Marine Mike Bressler discovered Oahu's bonefish flats during a COVID quarantine on Ford Island. Now based in Hauʻula, he guides anglers year-round, with peak season from October to December. Windy conditions and remote flats make boat access and strong casting skills essential. 09:06 - Mike Bressler emphasizes that handling Hawaii's wind starts with mastering the double haul and sidearm cast. He recommends aiming for at least a 40-foot cast under the wind and leading the bonefish, not landing the fly on their head. Sometimes, a short flip of the fly is all that's needed, as long as it's placed ahead of the fish's path. 9:49 - Mike Bressler explains that Hawaii's largest bonefish are most active from October to December, as they begin their deep-water spawning cycle around full moons. He advises avoiding fishing three days before and after a full moon since fewer fish are found on the flats during that time. 12:29 - Mike Bressler and his wife host guests at their private rental, the Bone Lodge, a freestanding Airbnb-style unit that comfortably accommodates couples, small families, or fishing buddies. He offers customizable half-day and full-day guided trips, often using his 18-foot Kayo Boatworks skiff—weather permitting—to pole clients across the flats in search of bonefish. Click here to learn more. 16:36 - Mike Bressler explains that while fall offers peak conditions, big bonefish are still catchable in May. These “home guard” fish are older, resident fish that tend to stay shallow and fight with brute weight rather than long runs. Hawaii's bonefish can reach impressive sizes—Mike has landed 12-pounders and knows of fish near 14, with the state record sitting at 15.7 lbs on conventional tackle. He also notes rumors of even larger bonefish—up to 20 pounds—coming from remote areas like New Caledonia. 18:17 - Mike Bressler shares that while bonefish populations are improving globally, Hawaii faces unique conservation challenges. Bonefish are considered a local delicacy, and with no regulations against harvesting them, locals often use nets or hook-and-line to catch them. Although enforcement is limited due to resource constraints, Mike hopes increased awareness will lead to better stewardship of the fishery. 20:51 - Mike Bressler starts most guided trips around 6:30–7:00 AM, timing for sunlight to spot fish while walking the flats and watching for signs of life like turtles or goatfish that indicate bonefish are nearby. Rather than tailing fish, anglers are taught to look for “Heineken backs”—a green shimmer just under the surface as bonefish move in with the incoming tide to feed. 24:31 - Mike Bressler shares that many first-time anglers struggle to spot bonefish, as their green shimmer is often mistaken for similarly colored reef fish. He recommends multi-day trips to learn proper sight-fishing technique—walking slowly, pausing often, and watching for subtle signs like nervous water, much like stalking prey in a hunt. 26:40 - Mike Bressler explains that while guiding, he positions himself based on the angler's casting hand and wind direction, often spotting bonefish 10 to 50 feet—or even 50 yards—away. He coaches clients to observe the fish's movement like a grazing animal, place the cast ahead of it, and use a slow strip to trigger a bite, reminding them never to trout set, but to keep stripping steadily for a clean hookup. 29:16 - Mike Bressler explains that a trout set often pulls the fly out of a bonefish's mouth, while a strip set keeps the fly in the zone, allowing the fish to hook itself through steady tension. He adds that Papio, or juvenile trevally, sometimes rush in and steal the fly mid-strip, earning their nickname as “thieves” on the flats. 31:24 - Mike Bressler shares that while bonefish are the main target, golden trevally are considered the “unicorn” of Hawaiian flats—rare, elusive, and highly prized. Unlike their aggressive GT cousins, golden trevally feed on crabs, mantis shrimp, and baby octopus, making them a challenging and exciting catch that can grow to over 15 pounds. 32:53 - Mike Bressler emphasizes using a slow, smooth two-foot strip to keep the fly close to the bottom, imitating natural prey like crabs and mantis shrimp. He teaches anglers to let the fly sink fully, clear slack for direct connection, and make gentle, quiet adjustments—since bonefish, like snipers, will spook if prey behaves unnaturally or the line is moved too aggressively. 37:00 - Mike Bressler prefers a 12–14-foot leader built from 40-30-20 pound sections, finishing with a Rapala loop knot and adjusting to 16-pound tippet on calm days to reduce visibility. For gear, he recommends a 9-foot 8-weight rod paired with a sealed drag reel, 150 yards of backing, and Cortland's Redfish Tropical fly line, which he trusts for its durability against coral-heavy flats. 39:46 - Mike Bressler prefers natural, flash-free flies for Hawaii's bonefish, favoring subtle patterns like his variation of the “Spam and Eggs” fly, heavier Crazy Charlies, and shrimp-style flies made from materials like Arctic fox, raccoon, and EP fibers. He believes the key to success is imitating local prey like mantis shrimp and crabs, which have no reflective qualities, reinforcing his philosophy that “less is more” when it comes to fly materials. Watch this for more information. 43:08 - Mike Bressler shares that the most effective fly colors for Hawaiian bonefish are browns, tans, blacks, and occasionally a translucent orange, matching the natural hues of local mantis shrimp on the flats. While some mantis shrimp in other regions show vibrant rainbow-like colors, Mike notes that the shrimp in Hawaii's flats are smaller, subtler, and adapted to their muted, sandy environment, reinforcing the importance of natural tones when fly tying. 44:59 - Mike Bressler advises that while Oahu is ideal for DIY bonefishing with walkable flats and public shoreline access, islands like Moloka‘i should be approached cautiously due to cultural sensitivities—locals may challenge visitors fishing near their homes. For Maui or Kaua‘i, DIY anglers should use satellite imagery to identify promising flats and focus on incoming tides, which provide better access and more time on the water without needing a boat. Enjoy a breathtaking view of Moloka‘i. 48:35 - Mike Bressler notes that while bonefish are present on the Big Island, it's the one place in Hawaii he hasn't personally landed one, and he primarily guides out of Oahu, where conditions and access are more reliable. He encourages anglers to book at least a half-day with a guide—not just for learning spots, but to understand the local waters, tides, and fishery culture—emphasizing that for him, guiding is a passion rather than a livelihood, unlike many full-time guides who depend on it to make ends meet. 51:21 - Mike Bressler highlights a major step forward in Hawaiian conservation with the new non-resident fishing license requirement, which began in April and helps fund efforts like coral restoration through DLNR. While no major bonefish-specific conservation group currently operates in Hawaii, Mike stresses the importance of ethical fish handling, reef awareness, and hopes for future support from organizations like Bonefish & Tarpon Trust to expand research and protection efforts in the islands. Get more information here. 55:04 - Mike Bressler reflects on the historical weight of living and guiding near Pearl Harbor, noting its deep connection to his 24 years of service in the Marine Corps. As part of giving back, he offers free monthly guided fly fishing trips to fellow veterans, believing strongly in the mental clarity and healing that comes from time on the water—something he says benefits anyone going through stress, not just those who've served. 59:20 - As the episode wraps up, Mike Bressler offers heartfelt encouragement to new and seasoned anglers alike, reminding them that the real reward in Hawaii isn't just the bonefish but the experience of being on the water in such a stunning place. He expresses support for Project Healing Waters, offers to help veterans get out and fish, and leaves listeners with a simple message: come out, enjoy the island, and if you catch a fish, that's just the bonus. You can find Mike Bressler on Instagram and visit their Website here. Top 8 Bonefishing Tips from Hawaii Guide Mike Bressler 1. Hawaii's constant trade winds make it essential to learn the double haul and sidearm casting techniques to effectively reach bonefish in tough conditions. 2. Approach the flats like a hunter—move slowly, pause often, and avoid sudden steps that could alert fish via vibrations in the water. 3. Bonefish in Hawaii often appear as a glowing green shape, like a Heineken bottle, moving through the water. Training your eyes to spot them is key. 4. Mike recommends fly patterns with no flash, using natural materials like Arctic fox, raccoon, and EP fibers to mimic mantis shrimp and crabs. 5. Strip Set—Never Trout Set. When a bonefish eats, maintain a steady, long strip to hook the fish. Lifting the rod (a trout set) often pulls the fly right out of their mouth. 6. Mike's go-to leader build includes 40-30-20 pound sections, prioritizing strength to manage coral-heavy flats and powerful runs from big fish. Bonefishing Hawaii Videos Noted in the Show Conclusion with Mike Bressler on Bonefishing Hawaii Mike Bressler's journey is more than one of saltwater success—it's about service, purpose, and patience on the flats. Through the relentless wind, subtle bites, and shimmering backs of elusive fish, he teaches us what it means to listen to the ocean, move with intention, and respect the waters that feed our souls. What's your biggest challenge when sight-fishing on the flats? Tell us in the comments or on Instagram. Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/786
Join host Linda Ballou (award-winning travel writer and author) and Tori Eldridge (award-winning author of "Kauai Storm") for a captivating discussion on Big Blend Radio's "Lost Angel Travel Adventures" podcast. In this insightful episode, Linda and Tori delve into the rich themes of Eldridge's latest novel, "Kauai Storm," which centers on a protagonist returning to a tumultuous family reunion on Kauai. They explore the complexities of multi-generational family dynamics and the contemporary issues faced by Native Hawaiians, including historical land ownership. Discover how "Kauai Storm" seamlessly integrates the Hawaiian language for authenticity and emphasizes the profound importance of cultural representation in literature. The authors also highlight Ho'oponopono as a powerful method of conflict resolution and discuss the challenges and rewards of writing about one's heritage. This conversation beautifully showcases the resurgence of Hawaiian culture in modern storytelling and the universal themes of home, family, and connecting with one's roots that resonate with both local and global audiences. Tune in for an insightful journey into Hawaiian literature and culture! MORE ABOUT THIS EPISODE - Visit Tori Eldridge's website: https://torieldridge.com/ - Connect with Linda Ballou: * Linda's Travel Adventures & Books: https://lostangeladventures.com * Linda Ballou Author Site: http://www.lindaballouauthor.com/ * New episodes of "Lost Angel Travel Adventures" air every 3rd Wednesday at Noon PST. Subscribe to Big Blend Radio: https://lost-angel-travel-adventures.podbean.com Also featured on Big Blend Radio's "Toast to The Arts" Podcast Channel. Explore the full Big Blend Radio Network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork
Musician Andrew Bird is known as a songwriter, violinist, and, like his namesake, a virtuoso whistler. He showcases all of these skills in the song Rare Birds, which was created as part of The Birdsong Project in 2020. Whistling melodies inspired by Mourning Doves and the Kaua‘i ‘O‘o alongside his violin, Andrew creates a kind of otherworldly natural soundscape.More info and transcript at BirdNote.org.Want more BirdNote? Subscribe to our weekly newsletter. Sign up for BirdNote+ to get ad-free listening and other perks. BirdNote is a nonprofit. Your tax-deductible gift makes these shows possible.
Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation director Ed Sniffen discusses plans to scuttle Falls of Clyde; The Navy has released a draft environmental impact statement for the continued use of over 8,000 acres of state land near Barking Sands
Chef Mark Reinfeld, is a pioneer in the plant-based culinary world with over two decades of experience, he is the driving force behind Vegan Fusion. An accomplished chef, educator, and advocate, he's penned eight acclaimed books, including "Vegan Fusion World Cuisine," celebrated as the "Best Vegetarian Cookbook in the USA," with a foreword by Dr. Jane Goodall. Mark's culinary journey began with The Blossoming Lotus Restaurant, honored as "Best Restaurant on Kaua'i.Mark ReinfeldWebsite – www.veganfusion.comSubstack – https://veganfusion.substack.comInstagram – https://www.instagram.com/veganfusioncuisineFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/veganfusioncuisineLinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-reinfeld-6921344Anne Zuckerman! Website -- https://annezuckerman.com/ Website -- https://justwantedtoask.com/Facebook -- https://www.facebook.com/AnneInPinkInstagram -- https://www.instagram.com/annezuckerman/LinkedIn -- https://www.linkedin.com/in/annezuckerman/Bezi Woman -- https://beziwoman.com/ | https://www.beziwoman.shop/two-step-order1591558404525Bezi Bra Discs - Facebook -- https://www.facebook.com/bezibradiscs
James Arthur Smith, who first joined me for the episode, “Why Wild-Caught Fish Isn’t Necessarily Better, The Truth About Farmed Fish, How To Get Guilt-Free, Gourmet Seafood, Delicious DIY Sushi & Sashimi Recipes & Much More!,” is a regenerative food systems entrepreneur, ocean advocate, and founder of Seatopia—a direct-to-consumer seafood company building the future of clean, functional nutrition through a restorative relationship with the sea. Now based in Kaua’i, James Arthur is the proud father of two ocean-loving daughters and a loyal Belgian Malinois. Whether hosting full moon dinner rituals, crafting spirulina crudo, or collaborating with chefs and scientists, he continues to lead by example, championing a seafood future that’s clean, transparent, and deeply regenerative. Full show notes: https://bengreenfieldlife.com/seatopia2 Episode Sponsors: Pique: Pique Teas are where plants and science intersect to produce teas and supplements of unrivaled efficacy, purity, and convenience. Go to Piquelife.com/Ben to get 20% off for life, plus a free starter kit with a rechargeable frother and glass beaker to elevate your ritual. Timeline Nutrition: Give your cells new life with high-performance products powered by Mitopure, Timeline's powerful ingredient that unlocks a precise dose of the rare Urolithin A molecule to promote healthy aging. Go to shop.timeline.com/BEN and use code BEN to get 20% off your order. Jaspr: Breathe air so clean you can smell the difference with the Jaspr commercial-grade air purifier. Visit Jaspr.co/ben and use code BEN for 10% off. Calroy: Head on over to calroy.com/ben and save over $50 when you purchase the Vascanox (a breakthrough product providing nitric oxide support for up to 24 hours with a single dose) and Arterosil (a premier supplement to support the endothelial glycocalyx—the fragile inner lining of the entire vascular system) bundle at calroy.com/ben. Plus, you'll receive a free canister of 2-in-1 Nitric Oxide Test Strips with a 3-pack bundle purchase. Vandy Crisps: Vandy Crisps are traditional potato chips handmade in small batches with only three very high-quality ingredients: heirloom naturally grown potatoes, grass-fed beef tallow, and sea salt—made the way chips were 100 years ago. Try them for yourself and get 25% off when you go to vandycrisps.com/GREENFIELD and use code Greenfield.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oʻahu resident Maseeh Ganjali shares what he's been hearing from family members in Tehran; Travel writer Kelsey Timmerman dives into a decade-long legal battle over pesticide use on Kauaʻi
Episode OverviewIn this episode of Spiral Deeper, our host, Gaby Azorsky, speaks with Makana Barnes. Makana is a native Hawaiian from the island of Kaua'i connected deeply to her ancestors and the world around her. She walks in both worlds. Her love for her island and its people is strong. Makana loves spending her days with her daughters making lei, herbal medicine, art, as well as finding shells and acorns. During her second pregnancy she remembered the innate wisdom our bodies hold, and reclaimed how she wanted to birth her lineage. That journey led her to the path of birth tending, helping other women reclaim their power in their birthing journey. Together, they dive into Hawaiian Spirituality, Makana's story, ancestors, gods and goddesses, myth, mana, motherhood, and visiting the islands. Thank you so much for joining us!Special OfferCODE - SPIRALOFFLOWERS for 20% off your first month in The Flower Portal!Connect and Work with GabyInspiring the connection between Heaven and Earth through Reiki, Tarot, Folk herbalism, Clairvoyance, and Meditation. Together, we co-create harmony, clarity, and alignment with your True Essence. I'd love to support you!Visit my website to learn more: gabyazorsky.comFollow me on Instagram: @gaby.azorskyNewsletter: Sign Up HereBook a 1:1 Session: Book HereJoin My Membership, The Flower Portal: Learn MoreWith Spiral DeeperWebsite - Spiral Deeper PodcastInstagram - @spiral.deeperWith Our Guest, Makana Website - https://malamawahine.com/malama-wahineInstagram - @malama_wahineCreditsSpecial thanks to…Music - Connor HayesSpiral Deeper Icon - Kami MarchandCollaborate with UsInterested in advertising or collaborating with Spiral Deeper? Email gabyazorsky@gmail.com for packages and details.Support the ShowPlease rate, review, and subscribe wherever you listen - it means so much. Be sure to tag @spiral.deeper if you share; thank you for your support!
In this episode of the AgCulture Podcast, Will Lydgate, owner of Lydgate Farms, shares how Hawaii's unique climate creates the perfect conditions for growing world-class cacao. He explains the challenges of scaling specialty agriculture, why post-harvest processing is key to flavor, and how eco-tourism sustains his vertically integrated chocolate business. Learn how premium value and regenerative farming intersect. Listen now on all major platforms! Meet the guest: Will Lydgate, owner of Lydgate Farms in Kaua'i, Hawaii, leads a vertically integrated cacao operation producing award-winning chocolate, vanilla, and honey. With roots in a fifth-generation agricultural family, Will holds a background in music and entrepreneurship. Today, he focuses on post-harvest excellence, eco-tourism, and sustainable farming methods in tropical agriculture. What you will learn: (00:00) Introduction(03:39) Post-harvest chocolate process(08:13) Hawaiian cacao economics(13:32) Challenges of farm labor(16:45) Specialty crop positioning(21:23) Eco-tourism as revenue(35:30) Closing thoughtsDiscover the world of agriculture with the "Ag Culture Podcast". This podcast will be a gateway for those passionate about agriculture to explore its global perspectives and innovative practices.Join Paul as he shares his experiences in the agricultural industry, his travels and encounters with important figures around the world.Available on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Subscribe at http://www.agculturepodcast.com and keep an eye out for future episodes, bringing insights and stories from the vibrant world of agriculture.
In this episode, we sit down with longtime Hawaiʻi attorney, Kevin Wakayama, to explore how a heart-led approach has shaped his decades of legal practice. From his roots on Kauaʻi to studying law during the Vietnam War, Kevin shares pivotal moments of his life and what led him to choose tax law over criminal law. Rooted in the Aloha Spirit Law and influenced by the late Alvin and Pono Shim, Kevin offers thoughtful reflections on his experiences interlacing aloha into legal work and leadership. He also reminisces about the late 1960s, when as a high school student, he was part of a movement where local visionaries imagined the year 2000 and ways to reach a diversified economy centered on peace through education and value-aligned industries. Whether you're curious about law, committed to social justice, or drawn to Hawaii's history of community leadership, we invite you to pause with Kevin's stories.Episode Highlights00:00 Introduction to Kevin Wakayama00:50 Becoming an attorney: Kauaʻi to college during the Vietnam War03:57 Choosing tax law over criminal law04:51 The Aloha Spirit Law in practice08:54 Reflections on the Aloha Spirit and community21:21 Aiming for Prosperity in 1969: economic development and education in Hawaii36:23 Aloha in action39:53 Advice for aspiring legal professionals42:48 Closing thoughts Welcome to the Above the Sides podcast! Join us on our journey to uncover what it means to think, act, and live aloha. The inspiration for this podcast is the late Pono Shim, former President and CEO of the Oʻahu Economic Development Board. His stories capture the essence of what it means to live aloha. He made it known that aloha is a lifestyle. It is not a solution to problems, a marketing brand or to be used as an advantage over anyone else. Aloha is to be honored and practiced.The name of this podcast is in reverence of Hawaiʻi's Queen Liliʻuokalani, who wrote: "To gain the kingdom of heaven is to hear what is not said, to see what cannot be seen, and to know the unknowable – that is Aloha. All things in this world are two; in heaven there is but One.” Through these episodes, we seek to find that singular perspective, the one that is "above the sides" as we strive for universal peace.We welcome you to pause with us as we share the stories and voices of Hawai'i business leaders, educators and community members who have chosen to be lifelong students of aloha. Mahalo nui loa for listening.
A reposted episode from 2023 about food access and resilient futures with Hulali Soza and Megan Fox from Mālama Kauaʻi. Mālama Kauaʻi has been working to increase food production and access for a resilient Kauaʻi since 2006. They do this through a lens of resilience and sustainability, leveraging workforce and economic development efforts, partnerships, and innovative programs to grow community capacity. Their Kaua‘i Food Access Plan 2030 identifies land access and land-back movements as a key missing piece to the success of Hawaiʻiʻs future food system. Tags: Hawaiʻi, Hawai'i, Hawaii
This week, I got to talk with Tori Eldridge about her newest novel Kaua'i Storm. Tori shares the inspiration for the book, how her settings matter so much to her, and how this book had her personally invested in nailing the culture.Kaua'i Storm SynopsisReturning to Kaua‘i, park ranger Makalani finds her family divided and their way of life at risk in this rich and emotional adventure by the bestselling author of the Lily Wong series.After ten years as a national park ranger in Oregon, Makalani Pahukula is back on Kaua‘i for her grandmother's birthday. Having been gone for so long, Makalani finds the disconnect with her people and her struggles have never been more profound. Neither has her need to reacquaint herself with everything she left behind. When she reaches the homestead, she finds a bickering family and the disconcerting news that her cousins—a failed college football player and a rebellious teenage girl—have gone missing.Makalani hopes they just ran off, too careless to realize the worry they've caused. But when hunters find a dead body in the Keālia Forest Reserve, Makalani fears something ominous is at play, and the search for her cousins grows more desperate. Although her help may not be welcomed by family and locals, Makalani is determined to solve a mystery that poses a greater risk than anyone imagines.The investigation will open her heart, reawaken her love for the land she calls home, and strengthen her bond with her family. Because no matter how long she's been away, for Makalani, Hawai‘i is in her blood. Check out the Bookwild Community on PatreonCheck out the Imposter Hour Podcast with Liz and GregFollow @imbookwild on Instagram
Aloha fætre! Vi har sat gang i vores store røde rumskib og sat kursen mod Kauaʻi, hvor alles yndlings hawaiianske særling Lilo får besøg af et farligt (men også pjusket) eksperiment fra det ydre rum. Stitch har overtaget biograferne på ny i en ny live-action version af Disneys klassiske tegnefilm, men udover hittet fra 2002 findes der faktisk hele tre efterfølgere om den elskværdige Ohana. Så tag dit hula-skørt og din Elvis-guitar frem, når vi surfer igennem The Stitch Cinematic Universe. Værter: Victoria Magdalena Christensen, Helena Moustgaard og Benjamin Blaakilde
Evelyn chats with author Tori Elderidge about KAUA'I STORM, her first in a mystery series about Ranger Makalani Pahukula – a Hawaiian-American living in Oregon who returns home to a mystery involving a missing persons case involving her cousins.
Pat King in conversation with Tori Eldridge
OHANA MEAN FAMILY!! Lilo & Stitch Full Reaction Watch Along: / thereelrejects With the 2025 Disney Live Action Remake looming ever-closer, Tara & Aaron REUNITE to give their Lilo & Stitch Reaction, Recap, Commentary, Analysis, & Spoiler Review!! Download PrizePicks today at https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/RE... & use code REJECTS to get $50 instantly when you play $5! Join Aaron Alexander & Tara Erickson as they embrace the “ohana” spirit in Disney's heartwarming 2002 animated adventure, Lilo & Stitch. When mischievous alien experiment Stitch (voiced by Chris Sanders, co-director of The Croods) crash-lands on Earth, he's adopted by spirited island girl Lilo Pelekai (Daveigh Chase, The Ring, Flightplan), who teaches him the meaning of family. Alongside them, Nani Pelekai (Tia Carrere, Wayne's World, Relic Hunter) struggles to keep guardianship of her little sister while working in bustling Kaua‘i. Rounding out the ensemble are Dr. Jumba Jookiba (David Ogden Stiers, MASH*, Beauty and the Beast)—the mad scientist who created Stitch—and his neurotic partner Pleakley (Kevin McDonald, The Kids in the Hall), whose undercover mission on Earth provides comic gold. Aaron & Tara break down every unforgettable moment—from Stitch's chaotic first pancake-making crash to Lilo's iconic hula lesson set to “Hawaiian Roller Coaster Ride,” and the adrenaline-charged chase through the surf-shingled streets of Kaua‘i. Don't miss their take on the emotional rescue of a wayward Stitch and the tear-jerking reunion that proves family isn't just blood—it's those who would never abandon you. Follow Aaron On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealaaronalexander/?hl=en Follow Tara Erickson: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TaraErickson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taraerickson/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/thetaraerickson Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad: Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM: FB: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sienna Agudong is an actress from the island of Kaua'i. She landed her first role at age 7 in Willy Wonka at the Hawaii Children's Theatre and then made her television debut at the age of 8 with a recurring role as Lulu Parker in Killer Women. This local talent earned several young Artist Awards and Young Entertainer Award nominations since 2015 and a win for Best Guest Starring Young Actress – 12 and Under in 2017. She has appeared on Disney, Nickelodeon, Netflix, and even portrayed a young Mia Torretto in F9. Most recently she appeared in Sidelined: The QB and Me available now for free on Tubi. In this episode we talk about growing up on Kaua'i, getting into acting, leaving Hawai'i to pursue an acting career, her acting roles, her hit movie that reached number one on Tubi, going to school, her future goals, and so much more. Enjoy! Find Siena here: https://www.instagram.com/sienaagudong/Buy our merch on:Official website: https://keepitaloha.com/Support us on:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/kamakadiasFollow us on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keepitalohapod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keepitalohapodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@keepitalohapod
Billy Kinney is a storyteller, cultural practitioner, connector and land back advocate whose family traces its lineage, care and kuleana to Kauaʻi's north shore. Growing up in the 1980s and 1990s during Hanalei river's “boating wars,” Billy unpacks the challenges and opportunities for local people to connect and reconnect with ʻāina amidst unrestrained tourism and development, thereby redirecting the future of sacred places like Hāʻena. As the Assistant Director of the Hui Makaʻāinana o Makana he carries forward the group's mission to interpret, restore, care and protect the natural and cultural resources within the Hāʻena State Park. He shares how he traverses many worlds--both western and Hawaiian--and how his intimate traditional stewardship knowledge can sometimes complement or come into conflict with his academic background in urban regional planning.
This week on Crime Wave: Tori Eldridge has a new book! A new series! Yay! KAUA‘I STORM launches a dynamite new leading lady. After ten years as a national park ranger in Oregon, Makalani Pahukula returns to Kaua‘i for her grandmother's birthday. When she reaches the family homestead, she finds a bickering family and news that two cousins have gone missing. Makalani hopes they just ran off, not realizing the worry they've caused. But when hunters find a dead body in the forest, Makalani's search for her cousins grows desperate as she attempts to solve a mystery that poses a greater risk than anyone imagines—a risk to her homeland, Hawai‘i, and the family she loves. https://torieldridge.com/ #podcast #author #interview #authors #CrimeWavePodcast #authorsontheair #podcast #podcaster #authors #authorsofig #authorsofinstagram #authorinterview #writingcommunity #suspensebooks #authorssupportingauthors #thrillerbooks #suspense #wip #writers#writersinspiration #bookrecommendations #bookaddict #bookaddicted #bookaddiction #bibliophile #read #amreading #lovetoread #BonnarSpring #BonnarSpringBooks #bookouture #thrillers #ToriEldridge #Kaua‘iStorm
This week on Crime Wave: Tori Eldridge has a new book! A new series! Yay! KAUA‘I STORM launches a dynamite new leading lady. After ten years as a national park ranger in Oregon, Makalani Pahukula returns to Kaua‘i for her grandmother's birthday. When she reaches the family homestead, she finds a bickering family and news that two cousins have gone missing. Makalani hopes they just ran off, not realizing the worry they've caused. But when hunters find a dead body in the forest, Makalani's search for her cousins grows desperate as she attempts to solve a mystery that poses a greater risk than anyone imagines—a risk to her homeland, Hawai‘i, and the family she loves. https://torieldridge.com/ #podcast #author #interview #authors #CrimeWavePodcast #authorsontheair #podcast #podcaster #authors #authorsofig #authorsofinstagram #authorinterview #writingcommunity #suspensebooks #authorssupportingauthors #thrillerbooks #suspense #wip #writers#writersinspiration #bookrecommendations #bookaddict #bookaddicted #bookaddiction #bibliophile #read #amreading #lovetoread #BonnarSpring #BonnarSpringBooks #bookouture #thrillers #ToriEldridge #Kaua‘iStorm
Konservatiivses raadiosaates "Vaba sõna" räägivad EKRE poliitikud Evelin ja Anti Poolamets järjekordsetest maksutõusudest, olukorrast Eesti ajakirjanduses, samuti Euroopa Liidu juhtimisest.Valitsus tõstis 1. maist oluliselt mitut maksu, mis inimestel toimetuleku väga raskeks teeb. Samal ajal on ametnikel ja poliitikutel prisked palgatõusud, mis sellises olukorras eriti ebaõiglane. Eesti on euroalas olnud juba pikalt inflatsioonivedur. Kui kaua veel?“Vaba sõna” on eetris laupäeviti kell 12 Tre-raadios, sagedustel 97,0 Lääne-Virumaal ja osaliselt Ida-Virumaal. Saade on järelkuulatav Uutes Uudistes ning aadressil treraadio.ee.
Justin Hite has worked with some of Kaua‘i's rarest forest birds like the ʻAkekeʻe and the ‘Akikiki, down to the last individuals in the remote ʻAlakaʻi rain forests. As the former field supervisor of the Kaua‘i Forest Bird Recovery Project over a decade, he helped track and collect eggs of these incredibly rare birds for captive propagation to establish “emergency” populations in the event of their extinction in the wild. His career as a birder spans decades across multiple continents and countries to Kauai where he spent over 1,000 field nights camping in remote terrain. He talks about his field adventures and his current work on the Birds Not Mosquitos project which aims to reduce the most serious existential threat to Hawaiian honeycreepers: fatal diseases carried by mosquitoes.
Der FC Bayern muss in Spiel 1 nach dem Champions-League-Aus gegen Inter Mailand in Heidenheim ran. Nicht mit dabei ist Leon Goretzka. Bayern-Reporter Michel Schröer spricht über die Einzelheiten in dieser Folge. Außerdem schauen wir auf den Bundesliga-Samstag.
Löst Kaua Santos Kevin Trapp im Tor von Eintracht Frankfurt dauerhaft ab? Und wie stehen nach dem 1:1 bei Tottenham die Chancen auf einen Halbfinal-Einzug in der Europa League? Außerdem: Der FC Liverpool verlängert den auslaufenden Vertrag mit Mohamed Salah, bald soll Virgil van Dijk folgen. Wie sind die Reds jetzt für die Zukunft gerüstet?
Nic Barca grew up on Kaua`i and learned to hunt while in his teens. His hunting experience ranges from bow and arrow, to dog and knife hunting pigs, goats and most recently shooting black tail deer. For the past 17 years, he has worked as The Nature Conservancy's Field Coordinator trapping and hunting animals from the far reaches of the Alaka`i plateau's bogs to Wainiha valley. He reveals his insights into seasonal animal movements, the evolution of efficient trapping and snaring programs, and the importance of documenting invasive animals–from determining what they are eating, how often they are reproducing, and the density of animals in a particular ecosystem.
Eintracht Frankfurt holt durch ein frühes Tor von Ekitike und einen überragenden Kaua Santos ein 1:1 bei den Spurs und hat damit gute Chancen im Rükckspiel das Halbfinale zu erreichen. Wir schauen außerdem auf den 29. Spieltag in der Bundesliga. Vor allem im Abstiegskampf wird es an diesem Wochenende richtig heiß.
In our second multi-grantee episode, we hear from three organizations who identify their work with kīpuka: regenerative spaces that help reseed and regrow the areas around them. First, we hear from Mehana Vaughan and Jennifer Luck from Kīpuka Kuleana (featured in episode 2), which perpetuates kuleana, ahupua'a-based natural resource management and connection to place through protection of cultural landscapes and family lands on Kaua'i. Next, we visit Kuhialoko and hear from Iokepa and Kalei Miner (featured in episode 43). Kuhialoko works to restore a sense of community ownership and kuleana to an area riddled by a prolonged history of military occupation and displacement near Puʻuloa. Finally, Anthony Deluze and Dani Espiritu speak to us at Kaʻōnohi about Hōʻola Hou Iā Kalauao (featured in episode 75), which revives and brings life to Kalauao, an ahupuaʻa in the moku of ʻEwa on the island of Oʻahu. Tags: Hawaiʻi, Hawai'i, Hawaii
We’re live on Kauaʻi to learn about a deal for locals, and a program where visitors can volunteer while theyʻre on island! Plus actor and comedian Marlon Wayans joins us in studio. Find out where you can see him this weekend and what new project he’s tackling with his brothers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Conservationist Trae Menard has spent decades protecting Hawaiian native ecosystems, with special attention to his home island of Kaua`i for the past twenty years. As the former program director of The Nature Conservancy's Kaua`i program, his experience is that of an ecologist who moved to Hawai`i from the east coast--first for graduate school in geography at University of Hawai`i at Mānoa, and then later as a natural resource manager. Trae tells us how Kaua`i has seen the seismic shift from opposition to fencing for conservation purposes, to support for the establishment of the Kaua`i's first Watershed Alliance. The consortia not only protects core watershed acreage through public and private partnerships, but helps reduce the threats of weeds and pigs to some of the most unique flora on the oldest island in the archipelago.
Kauaʻi Mayor Derek Kawakami responds to questions from HPR listeners; Members of the cast and crew of "Ride the Cyclone" share a preview of the "delightfully weird" musical premiering on Oʻahu
Keith Robinson of Kaua`i comes from a multi-generational, large land-owning family who has been in Hawai`i for more than 200 years. The Robinsons (descendants of the Sinclairs) owned and operated sugar plantations and cattle ranches across many thousands of acres in Kaua`i, including the entire island of Ni`ihau. A self-described "black sheep", Keith's varied interests range from Ni`ihau defense operations, to ranching and native plant restoration. His passion is as a one-man operation in growing, planting and helping to sustain in some cases rare plant species across Robinson-owned land. He shares his unusual upbringing, as well as his controversial views related to public versus private stewardship of rare species.
Tammie Hampton set out to make history as part of the first all-female team to paddle across the 85-mile Oʻahu to Kauaʻi Channel—one of the most challenging and least-attempted interisland crossings in Hawaiʻi. In this episode, Lindsey Tilton and Casey McCullough dive into Tammie's journey, from the relentless conditions that forced her to pull out at mile 65 to the mindset that's pushing her to try again.Tammie also shares her experience earning the Iron Crusader title during the Crossing for Cystic Fibrosis, where she battled extreme nausea for 16 straight hours but refused to quit. Her biggest lesson? We are all capable of more than we believe—the key is to take the first step.Listen in for an inspiring conversation on resilience, overcoming self-doubt, and what it really takes to push your limits.Show notes and journal prompts to take actionConnect with show host and guest@mamas_feelin_salty@aloha.athletics@earthgrownlindsey@casey_lynn_mcculloughIf you enjoy this episode, the best way to support the podcast is to share it with a friend! Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and tag us on Instagram @aloha.athletics with your biggest takeaway.
Aunty Sabra Kauka is founding member and past-president of grassroots nonprofit, Nā Pali Coast `Ōhana, dedicated to preserving natural and cultural resources of the Nā Pali Coast State Park. Her work and that of the volunteers centers around the ancient Hawaiian village, Nu`alolo Kai, once a thriving, rugged and isolated community on the north shore of Kaua`i. Sabra shares with us the wide scope of her travels and experiences across the continent to Alaska and then back home to Hawai`i where she has held anthropology and journalism positions, and taught Hawaiiana and cultural protocols for decades.
A conversation about community stewardship of ʻāina with Pualiʻi Rossi and Mason Chock from I Ola Wailuanui. I Ola Wailuanui is a grassroots community organization formed and managed by Kauaʻi residents for the purpose of preserving, protecting, and restoring Wailuanuiahoʻāno and the environmental, historical, and cultural treasures there. Their vision is a living ʻili ʻāina for and by thriving kamaʻāina who are culturally rooted and engaged in the stewardship of Wailuanuiahoʻāno. Website: www.wailuanui.org/ Tags: Hawaiʻi, Hawai'i, Hawaii
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Jeremie Makepa is a captain for the Kaua`i Fire Department for more than 2 decades in fire prevention side and as a fire fighter. His is a multi-generational Hawaiian homesteading family and most recently he serves as a land steward with the non-profit `Āina Alliance, formed in 2021. His work and that of his partners is award-winning: he's been recognized by the Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement with an E Ola Empowering O`iwi Leadership award for his “community partnerships rehabilitating areas that have been abused and neglected" particularly in Anahola, on the north shore of his home island.
Etienne Aurelius is an award-winning feature film director from the island of Kaua'i. You can learn more about his life on episode 159 on the Keep it Aloha Podcast. In this episode we talk about his Ali'i Atlas event, the reception from his first episode, the truth behind the Lāhainā wildfires, and so much more. Enjoy! Find Etienne here: https://www.instagram.com/i.am.aurelius/ Buy our merch on: Official website: https://keepitaloha.com/ Support us on: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/kamakadias Follow us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keepitalohapod/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keepitalohapod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@keepitalohapod
With Ben back from his trip to Kaua'i, he brings along various thoughts around people, perceptions of paradise, and the politicization of environmental disasters. We also discuss culture shock and pop-up newsletters as I continue preparations for Japan. LINKSWillem VerbeekIbarionex Perello's GoFundMeThe Candid Frame PodcastMarcus UbungenMarcus's GoFundMeAlone Atop Mt. Fuji - A Pop-Up NewsletterChris Cummins SUPPORT THE SHOW Join Our Patreon Join The Discussion Save 10% on your Nature Photographers Network membership Use offer code CODY10 at https://fas.st/t/DPn6af1c CONNECT WITH BEN Website: www.benhorne.com Instagram: @benhorne YouTube: Ben Horne CONNECT WITH CODY Website: www.codyschultz.com MUSIC The Introvert by Michael Kobrin (licensed through Pixabay) -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- This post may contain affiliate links. If you use these links to buy something, I may earn a commission. Thanks.
HPR All Things Considered host Dave Lawrence remembers filmmaker and meditation enthusiast David Lynch, who died last week at 78. In 2010, at the time his foundation was helping to fund a meditation program on Kauaʻi, he was a guest, in a chat focused on this passion of his, including a story taking us back to 1973, and his introduction to Transcendental Meditation. He would remain a strong supporter and advocate for TM throughout his life.
Melissa and Clay pivot this season to the oldest island in the Hawaiian archipelago--Kaua`i. They revisit one of their earliest LAND & PEOPLE interviews with retired botanist Steve Perlman, of the Kaua`i Plant Extinction Prevention Program (PEPP). Steve talks about his love of Pacific island peoples in remote places, his start with the National Tropical Botanical Garden, the thrill of discovering new plants, and climbing the highest sea cliffs in the world to save the last of a species.
Etienne Aurelius is an award-winning feature film director from the island of Kaua'i. Not only is he a producer, cinematographer, writer, and creative director, but he is also the founder/CEO of The ECOH which is a top-tier archival indigenous film studio specializing in theatrical narrative feature films, short films, TV and streaming episodic shows, scripted reality, documentaries and so much more. He is a internationally recognized filmmaker worked with Jason Momoa's production company On The Roam as the director of Film Content. During this time he created 70 commercials, short films, documentaries, and spotlight narrative profiles with his award-winning documentary, We Are Mauna Kea, featured on CNN and Jason Momoa's Oscar spotlight featured in Vogue Magazine. He was also the head of visual marketing in which he was independently contracted by warner brothers for Aquaman, legendary picture's Dune, & the launch of Apple TV +. In 2021 he became the first person in history to complete two Narrative feature films in two years attaching academy award winning and nominated producers and securing the largest distribution deal ever for a native Hawaiian filmmaker. His two films Lucy and KAPO won multiple awards and was nominated numerous times at the biggest indigenous film festivals in the world. In this episode we talk about moving around growing up, life in Kaua'i, how he got into filmmaking, drug addiction, going to jail, making his award-winning films, his love for Hawaiian culture, upcoming projects, and so much more. Enjoy! Find Etienne here: https://www.instagram.com/i.am.aurelius/ Buy our merch on: Official website: https://keepitaloha.com/ Support us on: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/kamakadias Follow us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keepitalohapod/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keepitalohapod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@keepitalohapod
The Conversation broadcasts live today from Līhuʻe; Mayor Derek Kawakami talks about what local election results mean for Kauaʻi; Hob Osterlund, founder of the Kauaʻi Albatross Network, shares concerns over the Navy's proposal to increase its training exercises on the tiny island of Ka'ula
Today on the show, historians share the stories about the voyage of the SS Kaimiloa from San Francisco to Tahiti 100 years ago and King David Kalākaua's last visit to San Diego
The Chamber of Commerce Hawaiʻi has released a new economic action plan; An upcoming webinar shares the rich archeological history of Kōloa
Hawaiʻi State Comptroller Keith Regan discusses efforts to protect basement offices and critical services during floods; A Kauaʻi resident competes for her chance at stardom on "The Voice"
University of Hawaiʻi's president remembers the aftermath of the flood that devastated the school in 2004; Hawaiʻi County mayoral candidate Kimo Alameda and current mayor Mitch Roth discuss the race; and we take a closer look at the OHA races for Kauaʻi and Ni‘ihau
Master Storyteller Lopaka Kapanui continues the conversation about Hawai‘i's most haunted schools. In this episode, we travel to Beautiful Kaua‘i, where hair-raising stories abound.Send us a textSupport the showWHAT SCHOOL YOU WENT? is available anywhere you get your podcasts.Follow us on: YouTube Instagram TikTok Facebook
Mike Coots is a world-famous ocean photographer from the island of Kaua'i. He is a surfer, diver, shark advocate and amputee who has has won a silver medal at the 2016 ISA World Adaptive Surfing Championship. He has also published a book called Sharks:Portrait adding author to his resume. In this episode we talk about growing up on Kaua'i, losing his leg to a tiger shark, life with a prosthetic, falling in love with photography and sharks, shark conservation, politics, and so much more. Enjoy! Find Mike here: https://www.instagram.com/mikecoots/ Buy our merch on: Official website: https://keepitaloha.com/ Support us on: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/kamakadias Follow us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keepitalohapod/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keepitalohapod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@keepitalohapod Listen to us on: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/keep-it-aloha/id1592266675 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3S4albn4TaWiwqcLVSnHNb?si=88d056857a5b41f2