Podcasts about Punahou School

The manhunt continues this morning for Christopher Lucrisia, who is accused of shooting a police officer in Hilo, plus state officials come together to discuss how to address food insecurity for local families. Meanwhile, a man in his mid 20s is fighting for his life this morning after a crash overnight near Punahou School.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this special episode of The Daily Influence, Brian Smith interviews Rusty Komori, the celebrated former tennis coach of Punahou School, who led his team to 22 consecutive state championships.Rusty shares insights from his latest book, Superior, focusing on how leaders can foster a superior culture of excellence in teams, organizations, and communities. From the Three Cs of Leadership—Choices, Communication, and Culture—to the Six Keys of Peak Performance, Rusty reveals actionable steps to help leaders unlock their true potential and influence positive change. Discover how you can lead with a superior mindset and inspire success, not only in yourself but also in those around you.

Rusty Komori is a motivational speaker, leadership consultant, and tennis professional based in Honolulu, Hawai'i. From 1994 through 2015, he was the head tennis coach at Punahou School, where his boys' varsity teams won an unprecedented 22 consecutive state championships, a national record in all sports that still stands.Mentioned on the ShowLearn more about Rusty Komori: https://www.rustykomori.com/Rusty's newest book, Superior: https://a.co/d/gNod2DVBeyond the Lines (book): https://a.co/d/esYZ37bBeyond the Game (book) https://a.co/d/hHuAbsLTimestamps(2:02) - Welcoming Rusty.(2:48) - How did you come to be a tennis coach?(4:32) - Can you explain the dynamics of a tennis team?(7:15) - How did you build a coaching philosophy?(8:05) - How did you codify the experience of the leaders around you?(10:54) - How did your philosophy change over the years?(14:23) - How did you hold to your tenets through difficult situations?(17:41) - How do you know when you've prepared enough?(19:28) - Can you talk about "preparing until you can't get it wrong"?(23:57) - How do you help players navigate the pressure they put on themselves?(28:13) - Is it compartmentalizing or accepting things that have already happened?(36:17) - Do you meditate?(38:40) - What does your self-talk sound like?(47:00) - What are your best practices for having difficult conversations?(49:35) - What is an example of feedback that isn't attacking the person but the behavior?(53:40) - How do we know when to take a risk?(59:12) - Parting words.

In a special edition of Tracking the Trail, Irish Illustrated's Kevin Sinclair and Eric Thomas speak with Notre Dame linebacker commit Ko'o Kia. Kia discussed Notre Dame's connection to Punahou School, the 2025 class he's a part of, his official visit last month, and much more.

In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn:According to a recent Ernst & Young report, 32% of CEOs fear their industries are changing so fast they can't keep up, 27% anticipate battling brand-new competitors, and 40% of small biz owners are admitting 2024 could make or break them. Rusty provides some quick solutions!Rusty's teams achieved a record-breaking 22 consecutive state sports championships, and yet, he believes, it's not just about trophies...Rusty's three secrets to building championship leadership that works in any business.  His take on rewarding performance, not results. Proven strategies to stay ahead of the curve and at the top of your market.How Rusty teaches others to successfully coach themselves.Often we battle our own negative thoughts.  Rusty provides some simple steps to reframe your mindset to be superior in business, sports, and life.  To Learn More About This Guest:rustykomori.com

SEASON: 4 EPISODE: 6Episode Overview:In today's world, change is the only constant, and the bar for success is only rising higher. Gone are the days when being “good enough” could satisfy customers and beat back the competition. So what's the solution? Leaders and businesses must evolve from being good to great to superior. My guest in this episode, says gaining a superior edge is more important than ever and to share with us his insights is author, speaker, and coach, Rusty Komori. Guest Bio: RUSTY KOMORI is an inspirational keynote speaker, executive coach, and tennis professional based in Honolulu, Hawaii. From 1994 through 2015, he was the head tennis coach at Punahou School, where his boys' varsity teams won an unprecedented 22 consecutive state championships, a national record in all sports that stands to this day. In 2014, he was named NHSCA's Coach of the Year and inducted into Creighton University's Hall of Fame. Today, Komori is a sought-after keynoter and executive coach with a diverse client roster, including Kaiser Permanente, the YWCA, and the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Association. He's the host of the televised series Beyond the Lines and the author of three books, including his newest release, Superior: Creating a Superior Culture of Excellence (Blackstone Publishing; May 7, 2024)Resource Links:Website: https://sites.google.com/view/rustykomori/homeProduct Link: https://www.amazon.com/Beyond-Game-Rusty-Komori/dp/1948011301/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=beyond+the+game&qid=1588308251&sr=8-3Insight Gold Timestamps:02:34 The four P's of achieving success, People, Purpose, Process and Performance04:15 And then, when we're going for our 17th consecutive state championship….06:46 I would tell them that I am not going to protect you from a challenge09:16 There's two types of people in the world11:41 What kind of obstacles do you see with businesses that they're challenged with?12:59 There's a gigantic difference between being a great person versus being a great leader15:08 I'm trying to change the narrative from mental health to mental fitness 16:10 What is mental toughness?17:33 You introduced the concept of the four P's of achieving success20:39 Talk about purpose22:11 Every single minute in practice matters, because it either gets us closer to achieving our goal or it doesn't23:50 I like to focus on performance goals, because….25:40 You call it my 1 % principle. How does that work?28:09 Those are all key areas that we need to focus on30:02 Don't practice until you get it right, practice until you can't get it wrong31:13 I share the difference between good, great, and superiorConnect Socially:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rusty-komori-220008147/Facebook: www.facebook.com/rusty.komoriTwitter: twitter.com/rustykomoriInstagram:

Rusty Komori was the varsity boys' tennis coach at the Punahou School in Honolulu from 1994 until 2015. During his tenure, the school won the state championship each and every year. That's a record unmatched by any other coach in any other sport. But Rusty is not just excellent at taking a diverse group of teenagers and turning them into champions — he masterfully coaches employers on how to adapt his methods for the workplace, transforming typical office environments into ones that enjoy a culture of consistent success.  Rusty is the author of the recently published book Superior: Creating A Superior Culture Of Excellence. As he details in this week's episode, the core of success — in sports or business — starts at the top. If a dictatorial boss heads an organization, it won't achieve the same success as if a leader guides it.  “Love” may be the lowest score in tennis, but it's absolutely what you need to convey to be at the top of your game in business. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Rusty Komori Posted: July 1, 2024 Monday Morning Run Time: 54:50 Episode: 13.03 RELATED EPISODES: Phebe Trotman, Athlete and Business Coach, On Sticking It Out From Benchwarmer to Olympic Record Holder and Business Champion ‘Rising Above' Adversity: How Hardship Can Forge Strength

Join me, Sonja Martinovic, as I sit down with the legendary Rusty Komori, whose unrivaled expertise in coaching led his varsity tennis teams to an astonishing 22 consecutive state championships. Rusty opens up about the winning blueprint that melds the making of champion athletes with principled business leadership. Listen in as he shares how valuing individuals on and off the field is pivotal for sustained success, and how these insights can revolutionize your leadership and personal growth strategies.In this episode, we also tackle the powerful role storytelling plays in enhancing mental fitness. Rusty and I discuss the transformation from mental health to mental fitness and the life-altering effect of sharing our vulnerabilities. Discover the personal chapters of his book "Superior" that resonate with listeners, showcasing the profound influence our stories can have on one another.Lastly, we explore the essential shift from a victim to a victor mindset, and the profound impact this has on leadership. Uncover how identifying and playing to strengths can dramatically increase team cohesion and performance. Rusty and I dissect the journey to a superior culture of excellence, where the 'three C's of leadership' become the compass guiding us towards continuous improvement without compromising mental well-being. Get ready to be equipped with actionable strategies to elevate your performance and maintain a winning position in all aspects of life.About Rusty:RUSTY KOMORI is an inspirational keynote speaker, executive coach, and tennis professional based in Honolulu, Hawaii. From 1994 through 2015, he was the head tennis coach at Punahou School, where his boys' varsity teams won an unprecedented 22 consecutive state championships, a national record in all sports that stands to this day. In 2014, he was named NHSCA's Coach of the Year and inducted into Creighton University's Hall of Fame. Today, Komori is a sought-after keynoter and executive coach with a diverse client roster, including Kaiser Permanente, the YWCA, and the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Association. He's the host of the televised series Beyond the Lines and the author of three books, including his newest release Superior: Creating a Superior Culture of Excellence (Blackstone Publishing; May 7, 2024).Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Rusty Komori and his Journey04:48 From Coaching State Championship Teams to Coaching CEOs07:12 The Power of Mindset and Mental Fitness09:29 The Three C's of Leadership: Choices, Communication, and Culture16:00 Focusing on Performance Goals for Sustained Success34:43 Achieving and Sustaining Success: Insights from 'Superior'Guest Resources:Website: rustykomori.comBook: Superior: Creating a Superior Culture of Excellence  Do you want Sonja to help you win the game of High Performance and create peak Energy and Time in your Business? Connect with Sonja on:Facebook: www.facebook.com/sonja.martinovic.1111 LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sonjamartinovicEmail: sonja@pursueyourtrueself.comWebsite: www.sonjamartinovic.com

Born and raised on Maui, Kaimalu Stanich is a proud holder of a Masters in Landscape Architecture as well as a bachelors in Environmental Design. Kaimalu is a founding member and was president (2021) of the Student Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects. With a passion for indigenous flora and sustainable practices, Kaimalu can be found experimenting with new landscaping techniques and cutting-edge organic solutions. Raised in Honolulu, Christian is a graduate of Punahou School, the Richardson School of Law, and the Shidler College of Business where he graduated with a Juris Doctorate and a Masters in Business Administration. Christian has brought his knowledge of the electrical movement from his time working at Tesla Motors to help advance Lē'ahi Landscaping in the areas of automation and electrification. Christian is an avid waterman and can be found surfing poorly all around the island of Oahu.

Former Notre Dame wide receiver Robby Toma (2009-12) discusses ND's newest Hawaii commitment from 2025 linebacker Ko'o Kia, expectations for defensive end Kahanu Kia, the pride he takes in the Punahou School pipeline to Notre Dame, why Hawaii products have gravitated toward ND despite obstacles, the job special teams coordinator Marty Biagi is doing in maintaining Hawaii connections, what's left for ND DE Jordan Botelho, his experience with offensive coordinator Mike Denbrock, Manti Te'o being embraced in recent years and more. Then Eric Hansen and Tyler James answer questions from Twitter and The Insider Lounge (21:03). Podcast listeners can sign up for a 30-day free trial of InsideNDSports.com using the code NDPOD at the link below. notredame.rivals.com/sign_up?promo_code=NDPOD

Local boy Kainoa Carlson is an Emmy-award winning journalist and co-host of HI Now Daily on Hawaii News Now. Kainoa was born and raised in Kaneohe, graduated from Punahou School in 2007. He played football at the University of Hawaii and has been working in television for over a decade. In this episode, Kainoa talks about the dedication and grind that it took to finally get his dream job and then giving it up to try something new. Airline Sponsor: www.hawaiianair.com Recording at https://www.cpb.bank/tidepools #uncutpodcast #uncuthawaii #hawaiicreators #hawaiipodcast #podcastersofinstagram #podcastersofinstagram #spotifypodcast #newpodcast #applepodcast #hawaii #podcast #hawaiilife #hawaiian #luckywelivehawaii #podcasts #podcasting #podcaster #madeinhawaii #oahuhawaii #hawaiinei #mauihawaii #hawaiiliving #podcastshow #podcasters #podcastlife #podcasthost #podcastaddict --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/uncuthawaii/support

Based in Honolulu, Hawaii, Rusty Komori is a motivational speaker, author, TV host, leadership consultant, and tennis professional.  He was very fortunate to be the head coach for the Punahou School boy's varsity tennis team from 1994-2015.  During this time, they set a national record by winning 22 consecutive state championships -- the longest high school streak in the history of the United States in all sports.  His book, Beyond The Lines, will help any leader in sports or business achieve the highest level of success and sustain success. It features eight necessary keys in creating the culture of leadership to achieve extraordinary results for your team, business, or organization.  It is available through Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and Legacy Isle Publishing. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

Based in Honolulu, Hawaii, Rusty Komori is a motivational speaker, author, TV host, leadership consultant, and tennis professional. He was very fortunate to be the head coach for the Punahou School boy's varsity tennis team from 1994-2015. During this time, his teams set a national record by winning 22 consecutive state championships -- the longest high school streak in the history of the United States in all sports. His book, Beyond The Lines, will help any leader in sports or business achieve the highest level of success and sustain success. It features eight necessary keys in creating the culture of leadership to achieve extraordinary results for your team, business, or organization. It is available through Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and Legacy Isle Publishing.Special thanks to Bryan Heathman, of www.madetosuccess.com for introducing us to the one and only Rusty Komori.

As founder of Salted Logic, an indigenous, women-owned multi-media collective, Naiʻa leverages twenty-five years of experience in the public and private sectors to help clients reach their goals. She uses innovative media, high-impact communication products, culturally-driven design, coaching, and resilient partnerships to achieve project objectives parallel to building resilient communities and durable intergenerational learning systems. Naiʻa splits her time as Director of Big Ocean, a network of the world's large-scale marine managed areas. Having spent more than a decade working with and for the Office of National Marine Sanctuaries at Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument, she leverages her relationships and partnerships to enhance ocean governance and management at scale globally. As an artist, she excels at culturally-centered design, reimagining outdated narratives, and amplifying the voices of marginalized groups, particularly those of women and indigenous peoples. In cooperation with the Salted Logic team, she merges her communications background with her lived experience to effectively translate heritage, history, and culture for diverse audiences. When coaching or facilitating, she creates an environment of trust, a safe space that allows individuals to increase creative capacity, interconnection, and performance on their terms. Born and raised on the southeastern shore of the island of Oʻahu, Hawaiʻi, Naiʻa graduated from Punahou School and then earned a bachelor's degree in journalism from the University of Hawai'i at Mānoa. Naiʻa has also been a certified Optimize Coach (Heroic) since 2020. Naiʻa is a daughter, sister, and mother of four who loves cooking (eating), multimedia art, audiobooks, going to the beach, and international travel.

Hawaii Private-Public Partnerships. The host for this show is Jay Fidell. The guests are Carl Ackerman and Allison Blakenship. The history of educational private-public partnerships in Hawai'i featuring two examples: the KA'I Program at Iolani School and the PUEO Program at Punahou School. The ThinkTech YouTube Playlist for this show is https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQpkwcNJny6lR54xuhmCd5nE4OhhdFnP7 Please visit our ThinkTech website at https://thinktechhawaii.com and see our Think Tech Advisories at https://thinktechadvisories.blogspot.com.

Candice Hatakeyama always knew she wanted to be on stage. But she never imagined she'd realize her dream of being on Broadway soon after graduating from college. Just last month, the Honolulu native and Punahou School graduate made her Broadway debut with the cast of “Funny Girl,” alongside former “Glee” actress Lea Michele. In this episode of Island Beat, Hatakeyama talks about how her upbringing in Hawaii led her to pursuing musical theater and her road to Broadway. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark Veneri chats with ILH DI-Open Player of the Year John-Keawe Sagapolutele of Punahou School who signed with the University of Hawaii yesterday.

Feel empowered with Kylee Hamamoto! The junior at Punahou School is the founder of “WE GO!” That stands for Women Empowerment in Global Opportunities. The Hawaii non-profit's mission is to foster strong and independent female leaders. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Born and raised on Oahu, Ethan grew up with a passion for business and an immense interest in the subject of money. He graduated from Punahou School on Oahu and went on to Fordham University's Gabelli School of Business in New York City and London, where he gained a deeper understanding of his passions for money, entrepreneurship, and marketing. With over nine years of client-facing industry experience and the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certificate, Ethan has a deep understanding of personal finance and what it takes for people to achieve their goals. As an Eagle Scout, Ethan has adopted the same scouting mottos and principles into his business practices. These guiding principles are the foundation he leans on while building trust and demonstrating his competency as an advisor. When Ethan is not working you can find him surfing ocean swells, diving for seashells with his partner, Marissa, playing fetch or hiking with his dog, Luna, and practicing the martial art of Jiu-Jitsu. Learn more about Ethan here!Learn more about Path to Podcast Success here!

Her name speaks for itself - no formal bio or introduction is needed. On this edition of the Voice of Business Podcast presented by ALTRES, Jo McGarry interviews Meli James, Co-Founder of Mana Up and President of Hawaii Venture Capital Association. McGarry and James discuss Mana Up's origin story, and how her Silicon Valley experience spurred her passion to help Hawaii's businesses stay here and thrive here.  “If you got that hustle, you really can make anything happen.” Listen and learn more about microbrand trends and how effective storytelling can positively impact your bottom line. Help Mana Up's efforts to support local businesses thrive by purchasing products whose headquarters are in Hawaii or serve as an entrepreneur mentor in their Accelerator Program. For more information or to learn how your business can take part in the Accelerator Program, email aloha@manaup.com.  Bio:Meli James is the cofounder of Mana Up, a Hawaii-based product accelerator and venture fund building the state's next generation of consumer brands. She is also the president of the Hawaii Venture Capital Association.  Born and raised in Honolulu, Meli lived in Silicon Valley for more than 10 years where she co-founded numerous startups including Nirvino – a #1 ranked wine app and Apple Platform Top 100 App, during its time.  Meli has been recognized by Entrepreneur Magazine as one of five Women to Watch and as one of eight Women Leaders Who Are Disrupting Entrepreneurship. She serves on the board of UHA Health Insurance, board of regents for Chaminade University and is a 2020 Omidyar Fellow. Meli is a graduate of Punahou School and Cornell University.

We're back to the Islands of Hawaii to visit with Rick Tune on The Punahou School in Honolulu. Rick was a great background as an athlete and as a coach and he is just starting his AD career at Punahou but he has some really cool ideas about how to lead the program! Check out our latest episode with Rick Tune on The Educational AD Podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/educational-ad-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/educational-ad-podcast/support

Utah State DT and Punahou School alumnus Hale Motu'apuaka joins Josh Pacheco and John Veneri on the second day of the Mountain West Conference Media Day event at the Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas.

Since 2015 Emily McCarren has served as Punahou School's Academy Principal. Punahou is the largest, and one of the oldest private schools in the United States. Originally from Vermont, Emily graduated from Colby College in Maine where she majored in Spanish and Biology. She served as captain of the Alpine ski team and lacrosse team. Emily holds two master's degrees: Spanish Literature and Educational Leadership. She completed her Ph.D. at the University of Hawaiʻi, where her dissertation examined the role of teacher care on a student's online learning experience. This episode was edited by the talented Evan Kurohara. Our theme music comes from the vast catalogue of pianist, Michael Sloan. To support this podcast, write us a review and give us a rating in your favorite podcast app or aggregator!   The post 87. Weaving Together Mastery, Competency and Relevant Learning, with Emily McCarren appeared first on @WSCBPodcast.

Since 2015 Emily McCarren has served as Punahou School's Academy Principal. Punahou is the largest, and one of the oldest private schools in the United States. Originally from Vermont, Emily graduated from Colby College in Maine where she majored in Spanish and Biology. She served as captain of the Alpine ski team and lacrosse team. Emily holds … Continue reading "87. Weaving Together Mastery, Competency and Relevant Learning, with Emily McCarren" The post 87. Weaving Together Mastery, Competency and Relevant Learning, with Emily McCarren appeared first on @WSCBPodcast.

Episode 95 https://torieldridge.com/ Tori Eldridge is the national bestselling author of the Lily Wong mystery thriller series—THE NINJA DAUGHTER, THE NINJA'S BLADE, and THE NINJA BETRAYED—nominated for the Anthony, Lefty, and Macavity Awards and winner of Suspense Magazine's Crimson Scribe Award for Best Book of 2021. Her shorter works appear in the inaugural reboot of WEIRD TALES magazine and other horror, dystopian, and literary anthologies. Her short story, “Missing on Kaua‘i” appears in the 2022 Mystery Writers of America anthology, CRIME HITS HOME. Her horror screenplay THE GIFT, which inspired DANCE AMONG THE FLAMES, earned a semi-finalist spot for the Academy Nicholl Fellowship. Before writing, Tori performed as an actress, singer, dancer on Broadway, television, and film, and earned a 5th degree black belt in To-Shin Do ninja martial arts. She is of Hawaiian, Chinese, Norwegian descent and was born and raised in Honolulu where she graduated from Punahou School with classmate Barack Obama. Tori's deep interest in world culture and religions has prompted her to visit nine countries, including Brazil. VOX VOMITUS: Sometimes, it's not what goes right in the writing process, it's what goes horribly wrong. Host/Literary horror novelist Jennifer Anne Gordon with help from her co-host/author Allison Martine, chat with some of the best authors of the day. www.jenniferannegordon.com www.afictionalhubbard.com #voxvomitus #voxvomituspodcast #authorswhopodcast #authors #authorlife #authorsoninstagram #authorsinterviewingauthors #livevideopodcast #livepodcast #bookstagram #liveauthorinterview #voxvomituslivevideopodcast #Jennifergordon #allisonmartine #JenniferAnneGordon #AllisonMartineHubbard #AllisonHubbard #ToriEldrige #DANCEAMONGTHEFLAMES, #thegift #CrimeHitsHome --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/voxvomitus/support

Beyond Education. The host for this show is Rusty Komori. The guest is Michael Latham. We talk with President Mike about the importance of leadership and striving for a superior culture of excellence, his insights into why Punahou has been successful for over a century, and his vision for the future. The ThinkTech YouTube Playlist for this show is https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQpkwcNJny6mTzxc4G7w47Jcr_G482jrb Please visit our ThinkTech website at https://thinktechhawaii.com and see our Think Tech Advisories at https://thinktechadvisories.blogspot.com.

Join us for another Pau Hana Aloha Friday! Setting the intention you will always find joy listening to our stories and random nuggets of wisdom. Hahaha very random

Join us for another Pau Hana Aloha Friday! Setting the intention you will always find joy listening to our stories and random nuggets of wisdom. Hahaha very random

Their Strength, Their Patriotism, Their Resolve. The host for this show is Jay Fidell. The guest is Carl Ackerman. Carl Ackerman, retired member of the Social Studies Faculty at Punahou School, will help us understand the history and culture of the Ukrainian people and, the affects of the war on them, how they have come together, at least for the opening days of the war, under the heroic leadership of Volodymyr Zelensky. Carl will also help us understand the relationship of the Ukrainian people with their neighbors just across the border in Russia. The ThinkTech YouTube Playlist for this show is https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQpkwcNJny6mHEEOF0uG_ZWaKXVlH7Wn9 Please visit our ThinkTech website at https://thinktechhawaii.com and see our Think Tech Advisories at https://thinktechadvisories.blogspot.com.

Maui County shares how it's dealing with the latest surge of the omicron variant among residents and visitors; Punahou School's president talks about an increase in absenteeism due to COVID-19, and how it's impacting this year's carnival; and the palila, the Big Island native honeycreeper is the subject of today's Manu Minute

It's hard to rank all the things I love about Russell Motter – history teacher, lover of great music, epic thespian, good cook, creative innovator, Atlanta Braves and Falcons fan, among others – but the fact he mixes a mean Sazerac, my favorite cocktail, sits at the top of the list. Russell and I taught together in the history department at ‘Iolani School from 2010 to 2014. When I say taught together, I mean it literally. We team-taught US History, merging our two classes into one very cool section that at times traveled to the outer edges of innovation in education and what history could be. (To see a very cool video about our work, click here.) But I get ahead of myself. Russell has a BA and a masters in history from the University of Hawaii at Manoa. He has been teaching in the history department at ‘Iolani School for 26 years, and was its department head from 2005 – 2013. Russell and I co-founded and co-directed the Education Innovation Lab at ‘Iolani School during the 2013/2014 school year. He has been a curriculum consultant for Punahou School's PUEO program; he coordinated ‘Iolani's capstone program for two years. Currently he is the course leader for ‘Iolani's APUS history program. Russell has also taught at the college level here in Honolulu. If you ever have a chance to read Russell's resume you will see that he has a miscellaneous projects section a mile long. Highlights include working on a team that brought technology to ‘Iolani's campus in the form of a K12 iPad 1:1 program, the second school in Hawaii to do so. I also served on that team with Russell. It was a blast. More than anything, in my humble opinion, Russell's work bringing incredible guest speakers to ‘Iolani School is a highlight. Speakers include Barbara Field, Kareem Abdul Jabbar, John Hope Franklin (a personal hero of mine), Wynton Marsalis and Isabel Wilkerson, Pulitzer Prize Winning author of the incredible book, The Warmth of Other Suns. Oh, I almost forgot, Russell, originally from the Great State of Georgia, acts in local theater productions here in Honolulu, is a master mixologist and, in an earlier life, was a hotel bellman. To say he has lived a rich and intentional life is an understatement. My editor, creative consultant and sound engineer is the wondrously creative, Evan Kurohara (SØZEN), a self-taught audio engineer and producer born and raised in Hilo, Hawaiʻi.  He is currently working in Honolulu and aspiring to reach new heights by dedicating himself to exceptional quality work through creative and analytical meticulousness (his words!).  Our original theme music is provided by my friend of 40 years, virtuoso pianist, Michael Sloan. Michael has produced 12 albums with over 100 songs and is featured in Apple Music, Spotify, and all the other major music platforms. You can also find his work at his YouTube channel. He has listeners in over 100 countries and over 2000 cities, to date. Songs featured in this episode include, “A New Day,” “Oasis,” “Mysterious Dancer” and “Fuchsia.” There are two other clips of songs downloaded from a open source site: “Pass the Plate” and “On the Rocks.” Please support this podcast by providing a rating and review at your fav podcast app! The What School Could Be in Hawaiʻi podcast is funded by Ted Dintersmith and WhatSchoolCouldBe.org. Please stay safe, keep wearing your masks in crowded public spaces, and please get vaccinated. Until next time, mahalo, a hui hou!, and please be in good health.  Theme music provided by Michael Sloan Editing and creative consulting by Evan Kurohara The post 72. Russell Motter: Renaissance Man, Raconteur, Teacher and Mixologist Extraordinaire appeared first on @MLTSinHawaii .

For Video Edition, Please Click and Subscribe Here: https://youtu.be/Ri8XL4xqLSo ,www.jamesbeaman.com  James Beaman has been working professionally as an actor for 34 years. His work has spanned the worlds of cabaret, female impersonation, classical theatre, Broadway musicals, independent film and episodic television. He has starred opposite such stars as Richard Chamberlain, Gary Beach, Sally Struthers, and John O'Hurley. As a teacher and coach, he has brought his vast knowledge and diverse skills to master classes and intensives for Goodspeed Musicals, Maltz Jupiter Theatre, Orlando Shakespeare Theatre and to students of the Punahou School in Hawaii. His private coaching clients include Emmy nominees, Metropolitan Opera stars, Broadway veterans, rappers, nightclub singers and 13 year-old powerthouses. This fall, he formalized his coaching business, The Work with James Beaman, bringing his unique and winning approach to performers in the US and abroad. He's the writer of the feature screenplay, "The Girl in Green" (WeScreenplay Competition Quarterfinalist), the short screenplay "T," (Winner, HollywoodJust4Shorts and Big Apple Film Festival) and his latest, the dark comedy series "Wisenheimer." James is the recipient of the MAC Award, the Bistro Award, and the IRNE Award. He trained at Boston University and the Academy for Classical Acting at The George Washington University. THANK YOU, Richard, for reaching out to invite me to join you in conversation in celebration of my birthday. Bravo to you for all you do. James Beaman,  

Is Life Better There Now. The host for this show is Jay Fidell. The guests are Peter Hoffenberg and Carl Ackerman. Our panel of historians, Peter Hoffenberg of UH Manoa and Carl Ackerman of Punahou School, discuss the history of Eastern Europe after World War II, and how things have changed, and how their relations with the United States has changed, for better or worse, for the various countries of Eastern Europe since then. The ThinkTech YouTube Playlist for this show is https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQpkwcNJny6lR54xuhmCd5nE4OhhdFnP7

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Tori Eldridge is an Anthony, Lefty, and Macavity Awards-nominated author of the Lily Wong mystery thriller series and an upcoming dark fantasy set for a May 2022. Before writing, Tori performed as an actress, singer, dancer on Broadway, television, and film. She is of Hawaiian, Chinese, Norwegian descent and was born and raised in Honolulu where she graduated from Punahou School with classmate Barack Obama. Tori holds a fifth-degree black belt in To-Shin Do ninjutsu and has traveled the US teaching seminars on the ninja arts, weapons, and women's self-protection. ABOUT THE BOOK - THE NINJA BETRAYED - OUT TODAY! Things get personal for Chinese-Norwegian modern-day ninja Lily Wong in Hong Kong when she dives into the dangerous world of triads, romance, and corporate disaster during the height of the pro-democracy protests. Lily's mother has been summoned by her grandfather, Gung-Gung to attend an emergency board meeting. Lily is happy to step into her father's place. Plus, her new boyfriend, Daniel Kwok is there for business. Lily and her mother, Ma stay at her grandparents' hillside home on Hong Kong Island, but tension between Gung-Gung and Ma makes it hard to enjoy the beautiful surroundings, especially with the city in turmoil. Gung-Gung won't say anything about the meeting and Ma is worried that her career is in jeopardy. Meanwhile, the teenage daughter of Gung-Gung's driver is pulled into the dangerous riots. As Lily and Ma discover shaky finances, questionable loans, and plans for a future involving them both, Lily's escalating romance with Daniel puts her heart at risk. Will her ninja skills allow her to protect Ma, the family business, and a renegade teen while navigating love, corporate intrigue, and murderous triads?

Former Junior School Principal Paris Priore-Kim '76 spoke with Denise Pope, who co-founded Challenge Success, which partners with schools, including Punahou, to promote student well-being by broadening the definition of success and implementing research-based strategies.

This next guest has been known from being from “Sunset Beach” Hawaii (North Shore of Oahu) who had amateur wrestling experience prior to becoming a professional wrestling (as he was a Hawaii state amateur wrestling champion for Punahou School in 1967) but he has done so much on the professional side of things. Whether he was known as the "Magnificent One" or the Original "Rock", he certainly created his own path since he worked around the horn of the territory system, being the first "King of the Ring" winner in 1985, feud with Jimmy "Superfly" Snuka, but also a 2x Intercontinental Champion. Please welcome Don "The Rock" Muraco! Follow Crazy Train Radio Facebook: www.facebook.com/realctradio Instagram: @crazytrainradio Twitter: @realctradio YouTube: www.youtube.com/crazytrainradio

Constitutional crisis in Samoa; The Long View with Neal Milner: Zillow Spike; Reality Check with Civil Beat; Restoring limu along Hawaii's shorelines; 11-year-old author from Punahou School

The newly crowned Miss Hawaii 2021 Courtney Choy joins us this week on 'Muthaship'! To describe her as a go-getter may be an understatement. Right after winning the crown — the very next day! — Courtney graduated from the University of Hawaii's law school! The Ewa Beach native and Punahou School alum talks to us about how to use the power of visualization to accomplish goals and shares a special message that will leave all young girls and women feeling empowered.

Coach's Corner - Next up on our local gridiron report is Coach Leonard Lau, head football coach at Punahou school who will give us an update on all things Punahou Football. Core Values and players to watch out for in 2021. Tips & Overthrows! GOTTA GET THOSE!  

Fasten your seatbelts, listeners. This episode is going to blow your mind. Buddy Leong is a senior at Punahou School, which likely makes him 17 or 18 years old. Judging by his LinkedIn profile, he has accomplished more in his short life to date than most of us have accomplished in our lives combined. I think it's best if I let Buddy introduce himself via the “About” section of his LinkedIn page. Buddy writes, “I'm an aspiring social entrepreneur, youth leader, and investor.” Now that I have teased you, listen to the conversation! This episode was edited by the talented Evan Kurohara. Our theme music comes from the vast catalogue of pianist, Michael Sloan. To support this podcast, write us a review and give us a rating in your favorite podcast app or aggregator!  The post 63. The Crazy Busy Puzzle Master, Buddy Leong appeared first on @WSCBPodcast.

 Fasten your seatbelts, listeners. This episode is going to blow your mind. Buddy Leong is a senior at Punahou School, which likely makes him 17 or 18 years old. Judging by his LinkedIn profile, he has accomplished more in his short life to date than most of us have accomplished in our lives combined. I … Continue reading "S2:E20 The Crazy Busy Puzzle Master, Buddy Leong" The post S2:E20 The Crazy Busy Puzzle Master, Buddy Leong appeared first on @MLTSinHawaii .

Veteran educator Linda Inlay spoke to Molly Takagi – Punahou's School’s K – 8 social, emotional and ethical learning coordinator – about the importance of family meetings and how they can improve family relationships and children’s well-being.

When I called Robert Pennybacker a “Renaissance Man” during my interview he seemed not to know why I attached the term to him. I can say with some confidence that folks in Robert's network see him as exactly that. He is a poet, writer, producer, director, traveler, technologist, deep thinker and the very definition of both a specialist and generalist. He is also one of the founders of HIKI NŌ, arguably the most remarkable state student news network on Planet Earth. This is no joke, listeners; I am not engaging in hyperbole. There are lots of student news programs around the nation, but none with the mission and vision, nor the scope and reach of HIKI NŌ. A USC Film School graduate, Robert has driven HIKI NŌ forward for 10 years now, the last year a remarkable pivot during this Covid-19 pandemic. He is the Vice President of Learning Initiatives at PBS Hawai'i, where HIKI NŌ lives.  This program's impact on kids is simply staggering and today we are going to hear how it was built and what drove Robert to move it forward. Robert Pennybacker's resume is long and deep. Early on he was a local television marketing director. In late 2000 he started his own advertising/production company called Pennybacker Creative, LLC, then joined PBS Hawaiʻi as Vice President of Creative Services in late 2007. His awards and recognition include the 1984 Regional Emmy Award for Television Promotional Spots; 3 Pele Awards (Hawaii's ADDY Awards) for excellence in advertising; he oversaw the promotional campaign for one of the most successful network affiliation switches ever (when Hawaii's NBC affiliate switched to FOX). Robert is an independent filmmaker who has written more than 20 documentaries about life and people in Hawaii. As I wrote earlier, he is a poet and writer. In 2007 he became the Vice President of Creative Services at PBS Hawai'i and oversaw all local programming, on-air promotion, interstitial production, station branding, and the production of on-air fundraising for the station, as well as management of personnel. Robert and I go back pretty far. We played high school football together back in the 70s at Punahou School. He was a tight end, I played center, which makes this moment special for me. As always, our post-production and original theme music is provided by Daniel Gilad at DG Sound Creations. Check out Daniel's website to learn more, or to book him for your next music gig. If you love these episodes please write us a review and rate us in your favorite podcast store. Stay safe, wear your masks and get vaccinated when it is your turn. And bring kindness and compassion into the world!   The post 62. Robert Pennybacker, Hawaii's “Can Do” Renaissance Man appeared first on @MLTSinHawaii .

In this episode I’m talking to Lisa Benshea who runs the members’ travel program at the Santa Barbara Museum of Art in California. It’s a relatively rare affinity travel program that doesn’t just offer great destinations, but makes sure there’s always a strong art or architecture component in the itinerary to satisfy its travelers’ interests. And they must be doing it right, because the program is about to celebrate its 50th anniversary. And even though art–-and museums in particular-–are a common part of so many visits to major cities whether it’s part of a group tour or individually planned, relatively few travelers book a trip specifically to see the art, or make it the main reason for choosing a destination. I talk to Lisa about this, about who those travelers are, and about what makes the art worth traveling for. We get into well-known great destinations for art, like Italy, but she also comes through with some surprising recommendations that most of us wouldn’t think of as an art destination, and at least one that’s probably not on your travel radar at all. We also talk a little bit about affinity travel in general, discover a task that all tour managers need to be able to pull off if the situation arises, and she drops a very tasty hint for anyone with a Nespresso machine. ---------- Lisa Benshea is the Travel and Special Programs Manager at the Santa Barbara Museum of Art. SBMA’s Travel Program, which began in 1972, typically puts on around 18 international and domestic tours per year for museum members. Lisa was born and raised in Honolulu, where she worked as a T.A. at the art school of the Honolulu Art Museum and would volunteer at events put on by the museum, where her mom and grandmother had both worked. She attended Punahou School for 13 years and went abroad twice on school trips. She came to California to attend Occidental College, where she earned her B.A. in Art History and was given the opportunity to study in Italy for six months. During and after college, she worked at museums and as an event planner for an autism organization, before taking time off to volunteer in India. When she moved to Santa Barbara in 2007, she found her perfect job planning trips for SBMA members, a job that combines her love for people, travel, events, and art. Check out the SBMA travel program at https://www.sbma.net/travel

In this episode, Andrew welcomes Larry Tuileta, aka Tui, to the podcast! Tui is a Hawaii-born-and-raised star athlete from Punahou School in Honolulu. Tui grew up playing multiple sports, later settling proudly with volleyball and football. In high school, he was an instrumental part of three state championships in volleyball and a state championship in football as a senior. A highly sought athlete, Tui was a walk-on at USC, even though the coaches at UH were banking on having him play at home. Eventually, he made the call to move back to Hawaii and play for UH, as the UH coaches had hoped! A great episode for aspiring athletes, this interview highlights the journey of an athlete who has found his success through developing his own style, perfecting his techniques, and becoming a student of the game. Tui’s story is not without a history of injuries, which he speaks about, and explains his process with recovery and finding his mental toughness.Where can you find Tui now? Check him out on Instagram! First, listen to this podcast to find out how he became known as the Kuki Man. Since, Covid, Tui has been running his own cookie delivery service, all made fresh by him! You can find him as @kukumanofficial on IG. Be sure to check his page for updates, giveaways, and most importantly every Sunday at 6:00pm HST to order cookies!Did you enjoy this episode?Please subscribe and leave a review on:AppleSpotifyGooglePandoraiHeartRadio

In this episode, Andrew interviews one of Hawaii’s most loved volleyball trainers, Alika Williams. Alika Williams was born and raised in Hawaii, and he began playing indoor and sand volleyball in the ninth grade. Alika played at Punahou School and played on the sand at Outrigger Canoe Club and Waikiki Beach. He went on to play in the NCAA for indoor volleyball at the University of California at Santa Barbara, which led to his professional sand volleyball career on tour with the Association of Volleyball Professionals.Alika is now a highly sought volleyball trainer at Hunakai Park in Honolulu. He operates from his own court and works with people of all ages and levels. In 2012, the NCAA opened up scholarships for a women’s division, and he began coaching some now very well-known female players in women’s volleyball, including Carly Kan, Julia Scoles, and Julia Lau. Listen in on this episode as Alika shares from his passion as a volleyball coach, what he loves most about being a coach and watching his students evolve. He shares about his own challenges along the way, the setbacks, and the ways that he developed his own mental toughness as a player who was “undersized” in the world of volleyball. Alika’s personality is super uplifting and this is an episode that will inspire anyone to keep going after their dreams.To find out more about Alika, go to his website, www.hunakaihi.com IG: @hunakaihi

Dr. Ginia Loo, PhD, Director of Analytics and Planning at Punahou School, connects with Berkley Burke, IM associate, to discuss her transition from the world of public health to a school setting, how analytics can further goals of access and equity, and her journey back to a school that was transformative in her own life.

Chef Mark Noguchi is Co-Founder of Pili Group and ChefHui and an educator at Punahou School in Hawaii.  This interview is full of insight and humor from a Giant in the Hawaiian food scene.

To be a learning coach, a teacher-leader, an educator coach and an expert on kids with special needs, some on the autistic spectrum, you have to be a deeply empathetic person…right down to your core. Danielle Mizuta has empathy in spades. Empathy is in her DNA. I have known this for a long, long time. She and I got our graduate degrees about the same time, in the late 90s. Over the years she has been a tremendous supporter of my @MLTSinHawaii “movement,” at film screenings, event design sessions and professional development workshops. So it is with great pleasure that I present Danielle here, today as my second season's 6th podcast guest. Over these 90 minutes we ranged through teacher capacity building, the best of service-learning, a chapter she wrote for a recently published book from the Ahimsa Center (see her photo) and the promises we should be making to our public, private and charter school kids. And much more. If you enjoy this episode, please give us a rating and review at your favorite podcast platform. Here is more info on Danielle. Danielle Mizuta, MEd, taught special education in the Hawaii State Department of Education for 13 years. She has taught and co-taught in fully self-contained, resource, and inclusion classrooms in elementary and high school settings. Danielle earned two Masters in Education degrees from the University of Hawaii at Manoa in Educational Foundations in 2004, and in Special Education and Teaching in 2007. She served as a State Level, Lead Mentor for the Hawaii DOE mentoring beginning teachers new to the profession in their first to third years. She also supported complex area Induction Coordinators with their mentors, mentor forums, and beginning teacher PLCs (Professional Learning Communities). Danielle also trained master teachers in mentoring skills to support new teachers at their schools in instructional mentoring, coaching and observation and analyzing student work. Additionally, Danielle completed a term as a Hawaii Hope Street Fellow and Regional Teacher Fellow Coach with Hope Street Hawaii. Currently she serves as an Instructor for Leeward Community College and a Learning Support Specialist at Punahou School, supporting faculty, staff, and families of students with learning differences. As always, our original theme music and episode post-production is by Daniel Gilad at DG Sound Creations. To learn more about Daniel's work, explore his Facebook page. Take care, wear your masks, maintain social distancing and be kind to one another!  The post 47. She's Been Published!, with Danielle Mizuta appeared first on @MLTSinHawaii .

Dan Gaudiano is the Academy Science Department Head at Punahou School. He has a BA in geology from Colgate University. At the University of South Carolina Columbia he earned an MS in geology, and then a  Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT). Dan has written in scientific journals, authored scientific papers, been a coastal geologist and a scientific researcher. He was the lead coordinator for a water conservation project in Hawai'i and has been a curriculum resource teacher with an emphasis on technology integration. (Catch this article in the Punahou Bulletin to know more about ways Dan thinks “beyond the classroom.”) A number of my colleagues have mentioned Dan's seminal presentation on student stress at the 2019 Schools of the Future Conference. Most of all, what you get from reviewing Dan's body of work so far is that he cares deeply about kids and learning. There is no doubt that he has a growth mindset and is continually developing his teaching practice. In this interview Dan and I talked about inch deep and a mile wide, vs. posthole learning. We talked about student travel and his own trip to Samoa as part of the Malama Honua voyages. We went deep into capstone projects, design thinking, competency-based learning and what it takes to build communities of practice. It was a marvelous conversation. If you like it, please give us a rating and review at your podcast store! As always, this episode was edited by Daniel Gilad at DG Sound Creations. Find out more about Daniel at his Facebook page. This series is funded by Ted Dintersmith, the author of the bestselling book, What School Could Be.   The post 45. Coastal Erosion and Other Subjects, With Dan Gaudiano appeared first on @MLTSinHawaii .

Dan Gaudiano is the Academy Science Department Head at Punahou School. He has a BA in geology from Colgate University. At the University of South Carolina Columbia he earned an MS in geology, and then a  Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT). Dan has written in scientific journals, authored scientific papers, been a coastal geologist and … Continue reading "S2:E4 Coastal Erosion and Other Subjects, With Dan Gaudiano" The post S2:E4 Coastal Erosion and Other Subjects, With Dan Gaudiano appeared first on @MLTSinHawaii .

This week on the HIPAA Critical Podcast, Hoala Greevy chats about working remotely from Alaska, details on Paubox SECURE, and how you can attend for free. We also discuss HIPAA violations, ransomware, and phishing attacks, and Punahou School is another Paubox success story to share.

Tori Eldridge was a Broadway, film and TV performer, 5th degree blackbelt, and self-described “mom with projects.” But her passion for writing led her to becoming a published author with her debut novel, "The Ninja Daughter," which was named one of the "Best Mystery Books of 2019" by the South Florida Sun Sentinel. In this episode, we talk about Tori's approach to creativity, how she balances her work and family life, and the importance of having a healthy mindset in anything you do. Tori's second book in the Lily Wong series, "The Ninja's Blade," debuts 9/1/20.More on ToriToriEldridge.comBooks - The Ninja's Blade and The Ninja DaughterTori's Book Club ResourcesMore On ThorThorChallgren.comOn Instagram: @thorchallgrenOn Facebook: Facebook.com/coursechangepodcastTori Eldridge is the Anthony and Lefty Awards-nominated author of The Ninja Daughter, which was named one of the “Best Mystery Books of the Year” by The South Florida Sun Sentinel and awarded 2019 Thriller Book of the Year by Authors on the Air Global Radio Network. Her short stories appear in several anthologies, and her screenplay The Gift earned a semifinalist spot in the prestigious Academy Nicholl Fellowship.Before writing, Tori performed as an actress, singer, dancer on Broadway, television, and film. She is of Hawaiian, Chinese, Norwegian descent and was born and raised in Honolulu where she graduated from Punahou School with classmate Barack Obama. Tori holds a fifth-degree black belt in To-Shin Do ninjutsu and has traveled the USA teaching seminars on the ninja arts, weapons, and women's self-protection. Her second book in the Lily Wong series, The Ninja's Blade, releases September 1, 2020.

Follow professional sailor Mark Towill on The Ocean Race, the ultimate around-the-world sailing competition: nine months, and 45,000 nautical miles, through some of the toughest seas on the planet. Only the strongest sailors in the world are able to compete, and only for the glory. There is no prize money. The Ocean Race (formerly the Volvo Ocean Race) is the toughest team challenge in sailing, and arguably the most grueling competition in professional sports. But it's also one of the most beautiful. There is something nostalgic, even romantic, about the idea of sailing around the world powered by nothing but your wits and the wind. It harks back to the golden days of exploration. This is more than a race, this is a true adventure. Are you ready to sail around the world? Let's go. Highlights:- Hear Mark Towill's incredible story of the 2017/18 Ocean Race- Find out what it feels like to sail around the whole world, powered by nothing but your wits and the wind- Learn about life on board the fastest sailboats on the planet, and the mental toughness required to survive the grueling conditions- Discover the adventure of the Southern Ocean, where Mark Towill experienced 65knot winds and seas of up to 30-feet tall- Find out about the tragedy that occurred in the waters off of Hong Kong, and the disaster that happened rounding Cape Horn- Hear about the early Polynesian explorers who inspired Mark Towill, who grew up in Hawai'i, and how he's now involved with helping to promote that culture and keep alive the traditional wayfinding of the early Polynesians.- Be inspired by Mark Towill, and his team 11th Hour Racing's, message of raising awareness about ocean sustainability and the problem of ocean plastics Benefits to You:- See the ocean through new eyes and be inspired to embark on your own high seas adventure- Learn how the mental toughness of round-the-world sailors can be applied to your own life in positive ways- Be inspired by this story of overcoming tragedy and hardships in pursuit of excellence, and the greater good- Be motivated to get involved with ocean sustainability and the fight to protect our oceans from plastic pollution MARK TOWILL: Who's the Guest?Mark grew up sailing on the eastern shores of Oahu, Hawaii before racing at both the prestigious Punahou School and Brown University Sailing Team, where he sailed with fellow team co-founder Charlie Enright.In 2008 at the age of 18, Mark was selected to participate in the 44th Transpac Race aboard Morning Light where he first met Charlie. Mark was the youngest member on the team and the experience crystallized his ultimate goal of competing in the round-the-world Volvo Ocean Race, which he did in 2014-15 with Team Alvimedica. The duo put together a second campaign for 2017-18 with Vestas 11th Hour Racing.Today, he is the CEO and co-skipper of 11th Hour Racing, whose goal is to win the 2021/22 Ocean Race whilst raising awareness and inspiring the sailing community and racing fans around the world with respect to environmental issues and ocean health.@11thhourracinghttps://11thhourracingteam.orghttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqlcxiz-4f-4k6FPgIf2YagBOOK THIS TRIPPlease visit the individual episode pages of the Armchair Explorer website to find out how you can do trips inspired by this journey: www.Armchair-Explorer.com ... and how host/producer Aaron Millar can help you plan your ultimate adventure.The Armchair Explorer: the world's greatest adventurers tell their best story from the road. Instagram/Twitter @AaronMWriter / Facebook: @armchairexplorerpodcast. Host Aaron Millar is a multi-award-winning travel writer, journalist, presente

State lawmakers back in session to address budget shortfall; Punahou School's plan to bring students back on campus; Teens who'd never met organized Hawaii's Black Lives Matter protest; Kaiser High No. 1 in the nation in math and reading proficiency

To join the conversation and be part of the community: Behind The Mask-ulinity Private Facebook Group To connect with directly: E-Mail Me: BehindTheMaskulinity@gmail.com or Instagram Me Recommended reading: "Season of Life" by Jeffrey Marx Are you a man? How do you know? What happened? What changed in you? Was it your first chest hair? Was it your first kiss? Was it your first fight? Was it your first drink or cigarette? Was it when you lost your virginity? Was it at 18? Was it when you got married? Was it your first job? Who decided this anyways? Who made the decision as to where, when or how you become a man? What does it mean to be a man, anyhow? Your version of manliness and masculinity is different than mine. Our version is different than many other guys. To different cultures around the world, our version might make no sense at all. And their version might make no sense to us. So where does that leave us? Join me as I sit down with Dr. Ka'eo Vasconcellos (kvasconcellos@punahou.edu) for a conversation on this vital topic as we discuss his work with young men, the varying definitions of masculinity, and how we can help men develop their own identity and sense of manliness. Check out his TED Talk! Dr. Vasconcellos is a Doctor of Philosophy who earned his degree from the University of Hawaii at Manoa in Educational Foundations. He is currently a social studies teacher at Punahou School in Honolulu, Hawaii where he teaches American Studies and Gender Studies. In 2012, he was awarded the Honolulu District Teacher of the Year Award. We dive deep into his incredible and impactful work with young men and the data he uncovered while researching for his dissertation titled “Hawaiian Male Adolescent Students’ Perceptions of Masculinity”.

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Another 4.4 million Americans filed for unemployment benefits last week. Plus, in Hawaii, MMA star Ilima Lei MacFarlane speaks out after joining other former Punahou School students in a sex abuse lawsuit against the school.

In one of my longer episodes Robyn Vierra, the Director of Global Education at Punahou School, and I range across a wide variety of subjects, including a day in the life of her 4th grade classroom, what it really means to have a global perspective, the dangers of “keeping it simple” during the 2020 Covid-19 crisis, models of distributed work in this 21st century, Kozol's “Savage Inequalities,” competency-based learning and what it means to let kids be the change they want to see. Robyn is also the Associate Director of the Wo International Center at Punahou School. Editing provided by DG Sound Creations.   The post 38. Being the Change They Want to See, with Robyn Vierra appeared first on @WSCBPodcast.

A1 Nick of the A1 Podcast sits down with city prosecutor candidate RJ Brown.Mr.  Brown is a former deputy prosecutor and currently practices in the area of civil litigation.  As a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney for the City & County of Honolulu, he prosecuted more than 20 felony jury trials on charges ranging from drug possession to murder. Mr. Brown earned his Juris Doctor from William S. Richardson School of Law, University of Hawaii at Manoa.  Mr. Brown has been selected to the 2019 Hawaii Super Lawyers®, "Rising Star" list  in the practice area of Business Litigation.Mr. Brown has been a guest lecturer at the William S. Richardson School of Law, where he taught the Space Law and Policy class. He interned at the Hawaii Office of Aerospace Development which exists to help further growth of space and aerospace industries in Hawaii. In law school, Mr. Brown was a two-time “Co-Champion” of the Susan B. McKay Competition (2012, 2013), and a two-time quarter-finalist of the Manfred Lachs Space Law Moot Court Competition (2012, 2013). Mr. Brown was also selected by his peers to deliver the full-time student commencement speech for his graduating class.Mr. Brown externed for Judge John F. Stavely, Boulder County Court, 20th Judicial District.Mr. Brown attended the University of Colorado at Boulder where he earned his BA in Journalism while playing linebacker for the football team.  He was selected by players to be a team captain and earned Big XII academic honors.  Mr. Brown also graduated from Punahou School and has been a longtime volunteer for Big Brother Big Sisters Honolulu.

Michael Thompson and Rob Evans, two notable authors and school consultants, discussed with Punahou School President Mike Latham what skills are needed to succeed in tomorrow's workplace and how parents and educators can prepare students for a successful future.

Robyn Vierra leads global education at Punahou School in Honolulu, Hawaii. As the largest independent school in the United States, Punahou provides student opportunities for both travel and global curricular connections from Kindergarten through 12th grades. Robyn's research focuses on cross-cultural conceptions of critical thinking. Over the past 16 years of teaching, she has taught kindergarten through graduate school.https://www.punahou.edu/about/campus-and-learning-environments/wo-international-center

Linda Burch, the co-founder of Common Sense Media, spoke to Punahou Junior School Principal Paris Priore-Kim ’76 about what parents can do to help their children and teenager navigate the ever-changing digital terrain.

support the podcast by becoming a member of channel 253 EQ: How can social justice education help students and teachers be better global citizens?Today our guest is Christina Torres also known as @biblio_phile. From Teach For America to leading her own classroom at the Punahou School in Honolulu, Hawai‘i, Torres opens up about her journey as a social justice educator. Throughout the episode we circle back to three major questions:What is my work in justice now, given my position of privilege?How can I make my kids feel safe/heard/comforted at this moment in time?How can I continuously reflect and grow in my own awareness about matters of justice in the world?We know that our students will face a variety of challenges, injustices and problems in the world. It’s not about what they will experience but a matter of how they might experience it. Social justice oriented educators strive to equip students with the tools to navigate the challenges (not necessarily solve them). We help students understand the “danger of a single story.” Finally, we explore the tension between staying aware and protecting our mental health/managing tumultuous times through self-care. We share our own strategies for helping students discuss these important issues while managing the array of emotion present in any given classroom.References & Resources:Read Christina’s work at any of the following: ChristinaTorres.Org, Teaching Tolerance, Honolulu Civil Beat, TeacherPop, PRX’s OnBeing, and EdWeek Teacher.Hope especially likes these two pieces: Assessment as an Act of Love; Mindfulness Won’t Save Us. Fixing the System Will. According to Oxfam global citizenship is a framework where students:Build their own understanding of world events.Think about their values and what's important to them.Take learning into the real world.Challenge ignorance and intolerance.Get involved in their local, national and global communities.Develop an argument and voice their opinions.See that they have power to act and influence the world around them.Unesco defines global citizenship in this way, “While the world may be increasingly interconnected, human rights violations, inequality and poverty still threaten peace and sustainability.”NPR Podcast “Codeswitch” Do You Fudging Homework:Hope: read up on global citizenship and why, even if you’ve never left Tacoma or whatever city you’re listening from, you should adopt that framework for your life.Annie: Timeline: A Modern History of Iran from PBS NewsHourChristina: NPR Throughline podcastContact Christina ChristinaTorres.Org or on Twitter @bilbio_phileFollow us on Twitter @IWL_Podcast or Facebook: Interchangeable White Ladies Podcast

When I first heard Dan Kinzer planned to walk the entire circumference of Oʻahu in order to find its “genius,” I immediately concluded I had to have him on this podcast. Even better, for this 7th “on the road” edition I wanted to catch him on the last day of his two-week walkabout. And so it happened. About 9:00AM on a Monday, as he walked his final miles along Kalanianaʻoli Highway in the morning Hawaiʻi sun, Dan, a cup of coffee in hand, paused in my dinning room and fielded my many questions. We talked about planet walking, exploring Antartica, his projects at international schools around the world and his love of deeper learning. Oh yes, we talked about the “genius” he found in every corner of this island of Oʻahu during 21 days of walking. Dan is a special thinker whose mind knows no limits. He is deeply devoted to justice, level playing fields, sustainability, service-learning, biomimicry and student agency. While standing up his Pacific Blue Studios, he serves on the Governing Board of an extraordinary public charter school called SEEQS. From SEEQS.org we get this wonderfully concise bio of Dan: “An avid traveler and adventurer, Daniel Kinzer spent a decade living, working, and learning in international schools, non-profits, and social enterprises across more than 60 countries on seven continents. Since graduating from Vanderbilt University with a degree in Psychology and Neuroscience, he has focused on nurturing explorers and change-makers by growing a learning ecosystem that can inspire and empower them. From 2016-2019, Daniel served as the Director of the Luke Center for Public Service at Punahou School in Honolulu, and as a Teacher Fellow for National Geographic and Ecology Project International.  He is currently completing a master's degree in the field of biomimicry where he's concentrated on marine ecology and innovative solutions to climate change and ocean-related challenges, as well as applying biomimicry to complex social issues, especially reimagining education. As of 2019, Daniel is launching and co-creating Pacific Blue Studios: a Pacific network of community and place-based, youth-led, design and impact studios leveraging biomimicry, indigenous perspective and cutting-edge technologies as vehicles to help realize a sustainable, resilient, regenerative and inclusive future in Hawai'i, across the Pacific, and around our Blue Planet.” To learn more about Pacific Blue Studios check out Dan's LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielkinzer/.  The post 19. Finding the Genius of a Place, with Dan Kinzer appeared first on @MLTSinHawaii .

Maui has been Dick Nelson's home since 1975, when he arrived as the Director of the Wailea Arts Center. Hawaii was not new to him, for his family had moved to Hawaii from Sodus, N.Y. when he was five years old. He graduated from Punahou School, received his bachelor’s degree in art from the California College of Arts and Crafts, served as a Marine lieutenant in Korea, and returned to accept the position of Art Department Chairman at Punahou. During his twenty-two years with the school, he spent his summers painting watercolors. A sabbatical leave at Yale provided Dick with a once-in-a-lifetime experience to take the Josef Albers color course. There has been no greater influence on his educational career, and the residual benefits are very much in evidence today. He earned his master’s degree during his second sabbatical at Ohio State University. He now pursues his own career in painting and teaching. His days are currently divided between these two loves. He has brought a color process to watercolor painting which he discovered while working with printers. By incorporating the same three primary colors used in printing, he was able to paint the full range of colors in what he calls his Tri-hue palette. As a result of this approach, Dick developed a Tri-hue teaching and painting device. Although his teaching is primarily done in his studio today, he has participated in numerous workshops nationally and in Canada. To order his CD on color, with critique, email him here - trihue@hawaii.rr.com. Learn more through his video tutorials here. Clare Island, 11x17” Watercolor Source, 22x30” Watercolor

In this episode, Christopher tackles an article that appeared in Harvard Business Review which he co-wrote with Nicolas Cole and special guest for today, Eddie Yoon. Eddie is the author of Super Consumers and is considered a Category Design Guru of Fortune 500. Today, we will discuss the thinking behind the article, specifically about the power of data flywheel and how high-growth companies used this to stay on top. Frustration with Misinformation Eddie discusses the reason behind writing this article with Christopher and Nicolas. Basically, it was sharing the same frustration about companies commensurate misinformation or misunderstanding on becoming the first-mover versus category creators. “I just think, not only are they being misled, companies are in the relentless pursuit of being first. Let’s think about how to actually build a sustainable advantage at a category queen.” - Eddie Yoon Furthermore, Eddie shares how he has observed this everywhere and that he is hopeful that people would take that energy that’s been misdirected to “being first”, towards building a flywheel. Missionary vs. Mercenary Eddie shares they did tons of analysis which basically asks “what’s your motivation for creating a category, are you a missionary or a mercenary?” He says that mercenaries see the economics and they try to shortcut what is the fastest way to get to 76% to get the valuation. On the other hand, Missionaries are those who care about the product and the category being screwed up and would work towards improvement. Eddie further discusses where radical differentiation would come in along with the transformational outcomes. He also says radical generosity is behind this. Data Flywheel Eddie shares the study they conducted for the article. Basically, he looked at 10 years worth of Fortune 100`fastest growing company list. He determined if he can identify fast-growing companies between those that were truly category creators. The markers he used were great product, service, company and data flywheel. “If you are growing in a very specific way, if you have this flywheel, your valuation is meaningfully higher. You have 5x market cap for every dollar in revenue.” - Eddie Yoon To hear more about The Difference Between a First Mover and a Category Creator and more relevant information from Eddie Yoon, download and listen to the episode. Bio: Eddie Yoon is the founder of EddieWouldGrow, LLC, a think tank and advisory firm on growth strategy. Previously he was one of the senior partners at The Cambridge Group, a strategy consulting firm. His work over the past two decades has driven over $8 billion dollars of annual incremental revenue. In particular, 8 of his clients have doubled or tripled in revenue in less than 8 years. Eddie is one of the world’s leading experts on finding and monetizing superconsumers to grow and create new categories. He is the author of the book, Superconsumers: A Simple, Speedy and Sustainable Path to Superior Growth (Harvard Business School Press, 2016). His book was named as one of the Best Business Books of 2017 by Strategy & Business. He is also the author of over 100 articles, including “Make Your Best Customers Even Better” (Harvard Business Review magazine, March 2014) and “Why It Pays to Be a Category Creator” (Harvard Business Review magazine, March 2013). Additionally, he has appeared on CNBC and MSNBC.  The Wall Street Journal, The Economist and Forbes has quotes several of his pieces. Eddie has been a keynote speaker in the U.S., Canada, Kenya, Australia, New Zealand, Denmark, the UK and Japan. Moreover, Eddie holds an AB in Political Science and Economics from the University of Chicago. Having been born and raised in Hawaii, he went to the Punahou School in Honolulu. Eddie lives in Chicago with his wife and three children. Links: Harvard Business Review: The Difference Between a First Mover and a Category Creator Eddie Yoon Nicolas Cage

Ep. 248: Tori Eldridge is a Honolulu-born writer who challenges perspective and empowers the spirit. Her debut novel, The Ninja Daughter, is the first book in the Lily Wong series and was inspired by her debut short story featured in Suspense Magazine’s Best of 2014. Other short stories have been published in several anthologies, and her screenplay The Gift earned a semi-finalist place for the prestigious Academy Nicholl Fellowship. Tori is of Hawaiian, Chinese, Norwegian descent and graduated from Punahou School with classmate Barack Obama. She holds a fifth-degree black belt in To-Shin Do Ninjutsu and has traveled the USA teaching seminars on the ninja arts, weapons, and women’s self-protection. Tori has performed under her maiden name (Tori Brenno) as an actress, singer, dancer on Broadway, television, and film. The cultural diversity in Tori’s upcoming novel, The Ninja Daughter, stems from her own multi-cultural heritage—a Norwegian father from North Dakota and a Chinese-Hawaiian mother from Maui who met, married, and raised Tori’s sisters in Japan. This unusual family melting pot, combined with the amalgamation of Asian-Pacific Islander traditions that make up modern Hawaiian culture, gives Tori a unique perception, deep fascination, and an inclusive appreciation for world culture.​ For more on Tori, please see her website: https://torieldridge.com/ For more on host, Alex Barnett, please check out his website: www.alexbarnettcomic.com or visit him on Facebook (www.facebook.com/alexbarnettcomic) or on Twitter at @barnettcomic To subscribe to the Multiracial Family Man, please click here: MULTIRACIAL FAMILY MAN PODCAST Huge shout out to our "Super-Duper Supporters" Elizabeth A. Atkins and Catherine Atkins Greenspan of Two Sisters Writing and Publishing  Intro and Outro Music is Funkorama by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons - By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

In this first On The Road episode of the What School Could Be in Hawaiʻi podcast, you will hear a wide ranging conversation about grades, transcripts, rubrics, assessments and topics related to knowing and measuring student learning.  Dr. Evan Reppun Beachy is Senior Education Consultant and Director of the Kealaʻula Innovations Institute at Kamehameha Schools (KSBE) in Hawaiʻi. KSBE has three campuses on three islands and serves over 7000 students of Native Hawaiian ancestry. Full disclosure: Evan is both my nephew and one of my mentors. He attended Punahou School, graduated from Harvard University with a BA in Social Anthropology and a Teaching Credential from the Graduate School of Education. Evan has taught in international, private, charter, and public schools in Costa Rica, Hawaii, and California. He attended UCLA to complete his doctorate in Educational Leadership – which emphasized private independent schools – in 2004. Evan has served as an Adjunct Professor in USC's MAT program bookending teaching experience in a variety of subjects across all K-12 divisions. For the last seven years Evan has worked as Middle School Director and K-12 Dean of Faculty at Crossroads and New Roads schools. His current interests include curricular design and teaching methods, brain research, the incorporation of technology in modern classrooms, modern classroom design, and values based education. The post 5. Evan Beachy Knows Assessments appeared first on @MLTSinHawaii .

Like what you see? Please give generously. http://www.thinktechhawaii.com Innovative Education in Hawaii. Josh graduated from Punahou School in 1976. He spent two years studying at the University of Oregon and San Francisco State, then began an eighteen month culinary program at the California Culinary Academy and graduated in 1981 with a chef's certification. He worked at restaurants in San Francisco and San Diego, then shifted to work in hotel management. From 1990-1993 he completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Iowa, then returned home to teach history at Punahoul. In 2000 he began teaching history, economics and Hawaiian studies at La Pietra. From 2010 to 2014 He taught history at ‘Iolani and served on their EdTech team.Hecompleted a masters in the Foundations of Education at UH Manoa in 2001. He was worked full-time at Apple Ala Moana Store, for five years. Over the past three years he has been Ted Dintersmith’s “agent on the ground” in Hawaiʻi. Ted is the Executive Producer of an acclaimed documentary titled “Most Likely to Succeed.” He is a retired VC working hard to help education systems in America retool and redesign for the 21st century. He is also the author of a bestselling book titled, “What School Could Be.” Josh is the founder of @MLTSinHawaii. He is in the process of forming a “casual consultancy,” which will be Plexus Education, LLC. On August 24th he will launch the What School Could Be in Hawaiʻi podcast series, a partnership with Ryan Ozawa and Kealakehe Middle School’s media team. The host for this episode is Jay Fidell. The guest for this episode is Josh Reppun.

爷爷的爷爷从珠海出发远渡重洋来到夏威夷，Kop 家族是夏威夷有名的高尔夫世家，多名家族成员入选高尔夫名人堂，Johnee 在1975年开始滑板，并在几年后成为 Vision 职业滑手，与 Mark Gonzales 成为队友，1990年因伤退役和朋友组建乐队 Chokebore 并被 Kurt Cobain 选中成为涅槃乐队全美巡演开场乐队！之后来到中国学习中文，一年后发现商机开始了服装代工贸易，并拿下迪斯尼，沃尔玛等大订单。十年后厌倦了服装生意回到夏威夷，进入全美最顶尖私立高中，奥巴马母校 Punahou School 当网球教练...KickerRadio 是 KickerClub.com 制作播出的中国第一滑板网络电台。滑板不是为了改变世界而是为了不被这个世界所改变。

爷爷的爷爷从珠海出发远渡重洋来到夏威夷，Kop 家族是夏威夷有名的高尔夫世家，多名家族成员入选高尔夫名人堂，Johnee 在1975年开始滑板，并在几年后成为 Vision 职业滑手，与 Mark Gonzales 成为队友，1990年因伤退役和朋友组建乐队 Chokebore 并被 Kurt Cobain 选中成为涅槃乐队全美巡演开场乐队！之后来到中国学习中文，一年后发现商机开始了服装代工贸易，并拿下迪斯尼，沃尔玛等大订单。十年后厌倦了服装生意回到夏威夷，进入全美最顶尖私立高中，奥巴马母校 Punahou School 当网球教练...KickerRadio 是 KickerClub.com 制作播出的中国第一滑板网络电台。滑板不是为了改变世界而是为了不被这个世界所改变。

爷爷的爷爷从珠海出发远渡重洋来到夏威夷，Kop 家族是夏威夷有名的高尔夫世家，多名家族成员入选高尔夫名人堂，Johnee 在1975年开始滑板，并在几年后成为 Vision 职业滑手，与 Mark Gonzales 成为队友，1990年因伤退役和朋友组建乐队 Chokebore 并被 Kurt Cobain 选中成为涅槃乐队全美巡演开场乐队！之后来到中国学习中文，一年后发现商机开始了服装代工贸易，并拿下迪斯尼，沃尔玛等大订单。十年后厌倦了服装生意回到夏威夷，进入全美最顶尖私立高中，奥巴马母校 Punahou School 当网球教练... KickerRadio 是 KickerClub.com 制作播出的中国第一滑板网络电台。 滑板不是为了改变世界而是为了不被这个世界所改变。

爷爷的爷爷从珠海出发远渡重洋来到夏威夷，Kop 家族是夏威夷有名的高尔夫世家，多名家族成员入选高尔夫名人堂，Johnee 在1975年开始滑板，并在几年后成为 Vision 职业滑手，与 Mark Gonzales 成为队友，1990年因伤退役和朋友组建乐队 Chokebore 并被 Kurt Cobain 选中成为涅槃乐队全美巡演开场乐队！之后来到中国学习中文，一年后发现商机开始了服装代工贸易，并拿下迪斯尼，沃尔玛等大订单。十年后厌倦了服装生意回到夏威夷，进入全美最顶尖私立高中，奥巴马母校 Punahou School 当网球教练...KickerRadio 是 KickerClub.com 制作播出的中国第一滑板网络电台。滑板不是为了改变世界而是为了不被这个世界所改变。

Like what you see? Please give generously. https://www.paypal.com/donate/?token=wOeJJadtCKGg5vYrkwGrAxeTPcjiElKt4Sa2G1y_Oir0nKbFgEa7SE-6K8vrP1t8jM6Vp0&country.x=US&locale.x=US Beyond Tennis. We discuss with Ikaika how he is making a huge positive impact with countless tennis students at Punahou School. The host for this episode is Rusty Komori. The guest for this episode is Ikaika Jobe.

In this second installment of our special MAYtriarchy series, we explore mothering change in the tech world with Bloomberg Technology anchor, Emily Chang, in conversation with her own mother, Sandy. In her recent book, "Brotopia," Emily sheds light on the treatment of female technology professionals. We discuss Emily’s campaign for workplace equality, how Sandy combats her daughter’s book trolls, and the best advice Emily ever got from Sheryl Sandberg. Emily Chang is the anchor and executive producer of Bloomberg Technology, a daily TV show focused on global technology and Bloomberg Studio 1.0, where she regularly speaks to top executives, investors, and entrepreneurs. She was previously a CNN correspondent based in Beijing and London, and has won five regional Emmy awards for her reporting. Her work has also appeared in Vanity Fair and Bloomberg Businessweek. Emily is a graduate of Harvard University and lives in San Francisco with her husband and three children. Sandy Chang is a proud mom, grandmother, and writing teacher. She was born in Philadelphia, the middle child in a family of seven. She worked on Capitol Hill as a legislative writer while earning her Master's Degree at Georgetown University. That's where she met her late husband, a law student from Hawaii. They moved back to his hometown where they raised two daughters. Sandy has taught for three decades first at Punahou School in Honolulu and now at a private school in The Bay Area where she enjoys being closer to her children and grandchildren. .·:*'`*:·..·:*'`*:·.·:*'`*:·..·:*'`*:·.·:*'`*:·. MOMMA B’S GOODIE BAG OF HELPFUL LINKS Check out Emily’s book: “Brotopia: Breaking Up the Boys' Club of Silicon Valley” http://www.brotopiabook.com A great article by Emily: “Women Once Ruled the Computer World. When Did Silicon Valley Become Brotopia?” https://www.bloomberg.com/news/features/2018-02-01/women-once-ruled-computers-when-did-the-valley-become-brotopia Send us your feedback and win a box of Advice from Mom sneeze-solvers (many tiny packets of tissues): www.advicefrom.mom/feedback .·:*'`*:·..·:*'`*:·.·:*'`*:·..·:*'`*:·.·:*'`*:·. Support Advice from Mom and the art of jingle-making by supporting our sponsor: Care/of: For 25% off your first month of personalized care/of vitamins, visit www.takecareof.com and enter “pickleball”. Advice from Mom is a production of Wise Ones Advice Services. It was produced by Juliet Hinely & Rebecca Garza-Bortman. Editing by Juliet Hinely and Samantha Land. Mixed and mastered by Jake Young. Publicity by Anna Beyder. This interview was recorded at KQED in San Francisco. Audio assistance by Bryan Garza. Our theme music is by my band, Love Jerks. This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to offer diagnosis or treatment of any medical or psychological condition. All treatment decisions should be made in partnership with your health professional.

Maddison McKibbin was finished. Finished with volleyball. Finished with being overseas. Finished with not being paid. Finished with the shady ownership of international volleyball teams. Finished with it all. He had played the game long enough, beginning at Hawaii's famed Outrigger Canoe Club then onto Punahou School, where he became a three-time state champ, which preceded four years at USC, where he made a pair of Final Four appearances. And now there he was, in Greece, looking at his bed, where a random Brazilian man was laying, fast asleep. Evidently, the owner of McKibbin's team had signed a new outside hitter. He didn't tell McKibbin, though apparently he did give the new Brazilian outside the keys to the apartment. That was it. McKibbin was out. He was going home. Was going to finish his Master's Degree. Was getting out of volleyball.  Time for something else.  Riley McKibbin, Maddison's older brother of two years, had other plans. He was going to play in Italy. Would Maddison want to come, just to kick it for three months, drink some wine and hang out in Italy? For that, sure, he could delay grad school for a few months to hang in Italy. So long as he wasn't playing volleyball, he was in. And then Riley had another idea. “What if we give beach a try?” They had the talent. There was no questioning that. They had been raised in uber-competitive Hawaii, alongside Taylor and Trevor Crabb, Spencer McLaughlin, Brad Lawson, Tri Bourne, competing occasionally against AVP legends Stein Metzger and Kevin Wong and Mike Lambert. Both of the McKibbins had played in FIVB Youth tournaments, and they proved they were good enough indoors to compete and make a living at a professional level. The transition from indoor to beach sounds simple enough. It's a similar game with similar skillsets, where the underlying principle is the same: pass, set, hit. It, of course, was not. They weren't entirely sure what the state of their beach skills was, so they bought a handful of AVP volleyballs from Costco and exiled themselves to a court in Venice Beach, a few zip codes away from any serious players. And so there it was that you could find two professional volleyball players, practicing in Venice Beach, legitimately mortified that someone might see them dusting off the rust of a game they hadn't played for the better part of a decade. “We couldn't even hit it over the net,” Riley said in an earlier interview. “The transition from indoor to the beach is so hard. We're both indoor players, and making that switch is a lot harder than people think.” Unless, of course, you're the McKibbins. In the first qualifier they entered, not long after scraping the rust off their beach games, in New York City in 2015, they qualified. And thus the Beard Bros were born. Their relationship is both like that of any other siblings – fighting and squabbling wrapped in brotherly love – and yet it is also nothing like that of any other siblings. The McKibbins are partners in everything they do. They're roommates. They're business partners. They're AVP partners. They shoot the wildly popular McKibbin Volleyball videos together. They vlog together. They play together. Even when Maddison won AVP San Francisco while Riley sat out with an injury, even when he was fielding calls from Reid Priddy, even when he had no shortage of partner options, there was never any question whom he would be playing with: Riley McKibbin. “Riley,” he said on SANDCAST, “is the reason I'm playing volleyball right now.” And so it is that Maddison, so long as Riley is healthy, will not play with another who's last name is not McKibbin. They're a package deal. Whether they're vlogging about the frustrations of volleyball, filming a tutorial from Kelly Reeves on the nuances of bumpsetting, or practicing against Sean Rosenthal and Chase Budinger, they're going to do it together.  The only thing, for now, that it seems isn't on their agenda?  Shaving.   

In this episode I interviewed Douglas Kiang. Douglas is a speaker, teacher, and workshop presenter with over twenty-five years of teaching experience in independent schools at every grade level. He currently teaches at Punahou School, where he teaches computer science and supports faculty in the one-to-one program. He is also a keynote speaker and presenter for EdTechTeacher.org. Douglas holds a master's degree in Technology, Innovation, and Education from Harvard and is pursuing a Doctorate in Global Education Leadership. He is a Google Certified Trainer and an Apple Distinguished Educator. Douglas and I had a great conversation about teaching Swift and the connection between coding, app development, and design. Douglas Kiang (Twitter) -> https://twitter.com/dkiang Apple Distinguished Educator program -> http://www.apple.com/education/apple-distinguished-educator/ Swift Open Source -> https://swift.org/ Everyone Can Code -> http://www.apple.com/education/everyone-can-code/ App Development with Swift curriculum -> Teacher - https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/app-development-with-swift/id1118577558?mt=11 & Student -> https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/app-development-with-swift/id1118575552?mt=11 Swift playground app -> https://appsto.re/us/eHUj2.i WWDC 2017 Scholarships -> https://developer.apple.com/wwdc/scholarships/ Punahou School -> https://www.punahou.edu/ Coding by Design First Approach -> http://www.edutopia.org/blog/coding-by-design-first-approach-douglas-kiang Coding as a Core Skill with Douglas Kiang and Mary Kiang -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XQQqiV_UXqY Xcode -> https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/xcode/id497799835?mt=12 Reigns -> https://appsto.re/us/NXdAcb.i You can find also find the show notes and other information on my blog: Swift Teacher Blog-> http://www.swiftteacher.org

My guest this week is Yumin Choi, Managing Director of Bain Capital Ventures Healthcare team. Yumin joined Bain's Boston team last year after ten years culminating as a General Partner at HLM Venture Partners. At HLM he led a variety of investments across healthcare IT and services sectors, serving as board director for AbleTo, mPulse Mobile, Oceans Healthcare, Payspan (acquired by Primus Capital), Spinal Kinetics, and Vets First Choice. Yumin has a really interesting background... born in Seoul, South Korea, lived in Japan as a child and moved to Hawaii at age 10 where he attended the Punahou School, President Obama’s alma mater. He's an investor and mentor in several healthcare accelerators, including Blueprint Health, Healthbox, Startup Health, Rock Health, and 500 Startups. Yumin serves with me on the board of the New England Venture Capital Association, and on the board of overseers for the Boston Symphony Orchestra, and the oversight committee for Boston University’s Coulter Foundation. He also served as a lecturer in the Gordon Institute at Tufts University, where he taught entrepreneurial finance. I think my conversation with Yumin about the job of being a VC is probably the most illuminating I’ve had to date, focusing on the importance of building a network, looking for patterns in the dots of what can be hundreds of near misses and good ideas below the threshold of Yes, and staying open to opportunities regardless of their source or pedigree. Our second segment, though, is about the single event that probably shaped Yumin’s views on the value of healthcare innovation more than any other... his own diagnosis with cancer at age 31, and a subsequent treatment regime that - all by itself - almost killed him. This is not the usual blah blah about relationships in venture, folks, try as we always do to avoid that. My conversation with Yumin was about his journey to understand why what he was doing mattered, and I was inspired by him and his story in a way I hope you will be too. How Hard Can It Be is sponsored by G20 Ventures, early traction capital for East Coast enterprise tech startups, backed by the power and expertise of 20 ​of the Northeast's most accomplished ​entrepreneurs. G20 Ventures.​..​​ ​People first. How Hard Can It Be is ​also ​sponsored by Actifio​, the world’s leading Enterprise Data-as-a-Service platform. Deliver your data just like your applications and infrastructure... as a service available instantly, anywhere. For hybrid cloud, faster DevOps, and better business resiliency, Actifio is Radically Simple.

CEO and the founder of America Online, Steve Case in Silicon Valley. Steve recently released his first book, The Third Wave, on what the next era of the american startup ecosystem will look like for entrepreneurs. Steve is now the founding partner of the investment firm, Revolution partners which bets on tech entrepreneurs outside of Silicon Valley. So far they’ve backed startups like LivingSocial, Sweetgreen, Bigcommerce, and Handy. Steve became CEO of AOL in 1991 and led the company until the Merger with Time Warner in 2001 in a $164 billion deal that was eventually deemed one of the worst mergers in history. Case attended the prestigious Punahou School, where Barack Obama also went to high school. In 2011 the president appointed him to lead the Startup America Partnership, a nonprofit aimed at spurring the growth of new companies. His Case Foundation is devoted to employing the Internet for more effective and efficient philanthropy. Steve attended Williams College where he received a Bachelor’s degree.  Lets listen into the Founder of the company that got america online, Steve Case interviewed in Silicon Valley Last month.    Quick question. How many emails do you have in your inbox right now? A hundred? A thousand? Twenty thousand?  If your email is anything like mine used to be, the answer is too many. But here’s the thing—even though I knew I wanted to do something about it, I didn’t know how. I knew I’d miss something important if I just deleted them all, and there were too many emails to go through one at a time.  Thankfully I found SaneBox, and I can’t recommend it enough. SaneBox sorts through your email and moves all of the trivial stuff into a different folder so the only messages in your inbox are the ones you actually want to see.  There's also this amazing thing called BlackHole. Move an email into that folder and you’ll never hear from that sender again. It’s so rewarding.  Visit sanebox.com/startupgrind today and get an extra $20 credit on top of the already free two-week trial.   Check it out today and let me know if you love reaching inbox zero as easily as I do nowadays.  Again, that’s S-A-N-E-B-O-X.com/startupgrind

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