Hiking is abundant in Hawaii, from easy trails to more advanced trails, and is a favorite weekend event I enjoy doing to stay healthy and fit and to also get out and see the great views that only Hawaii has to offer. This week I take you to the top of Koko Head on the island of Oahu. What an awesome challenge and rewarding view at the top and just another one of those good things about Hawaii.

Next time you’re visiting and looking for something to do, just grab some water, sunscreen and a good pair of shoes and take the challenge to the top of Koko Head!

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Watch: 808TTV E.95 – 10/28/2012

Aloha! It’s another beautiful Sunday morning in Hawaii! Back again from a podcast hiatus and feeling good to be on the mic. Today we go over some Hawaii news that has happened so far in 2012 and we reminisce about the beginning roots (podcast) here at 808Talk. Our feature today is a new website from a Big Island resident that features a view into the scenery that is unique yet diverse in nature to Hawaii. We also revisit the various mobile ways, both FREE and paid, that you can experience 808Talk via your iPhone, iPod Touch, iPad, Android powered phone, and the Amazon Kindle. As always, remember we love to hear from our wonderful 808Talk listeners so be sure and leave us a comment below or check us out on Facebook.

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Listen: 808T E.142 – 02/19/2012 (25.6MB)

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Aloha on this beautiful Sunday morning! It’s been awhile, but we’re still here. Back in the recording booth and asking our listeners out there how they feel about the new Hawaii Five-0 series in comparison to the original series. Also we introduce a tease from some new music and give tribute to our great service members who give their all for the United States. A reminder again that you can get us via your iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad by downloading our 808Talk iPhone app from iTunes. As always, remember we love to hear from our wonderful 808Talk listeners so be sure and leave us a comment below or check us out on Facebook.

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Show Length: 16:19

Listen: 808T E.141 – 08/14/2011 (15.0MB)

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It’s almost Christmas 2010 and I can’t believe that we have only released a podcast one time this year! That just goes to show you how busy things have been, but with that said we still have delivered a lot of Hawaii content at 808Talk which you should take some time to check out. Today I just wanted to catch up with you all and talk about some recent changes here in Hawaii, primarily the fact that we have both a new Governor for the State of Hawaii and a new Mayor for the City and County of Honolulu. I also wanted to remind you that you can get us via your iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad by downloading our 808Talk iPhone app from iTunes. And finally to get you in the holiday spirit we feature some great Christmas music today. As always, remember we love to hear from our wonderful 808Talk listeners so be sure and leave us a comment below or check us out on Facebook.

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Listen: 808T E.140 – 12/19/2010 (16.2MB)

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In this episode we sit down with 神田広美 / Hiromi Kanda in Honolulu, Hawaii and talk story in an exclusive Japanese 日本語 interview discussing her latest English debut CD release “Hiromi in Love” featuring the musicians of the Honolulu Symphony orchestra and background vocals from local Hawaii singer/entertainer Anita Hall. With “Hiromi in Love” having recently been released, Hiromi Kanda is already back at work in the studio putting the final touches on her second English CD slated to release possibly this fall or early 2011.

“Born in Nagasaki, Japan, where her parents owned a painting business, Hiromi Kanda was exposed to American music via the armed forces personnel stationed in the city. At the age of 8, Hiromi and her family moved to Osaka, where she developed an appreciation for many forms of music from Sinatra and Cole Porter to the Monkees and the Supremes. She vowed to become a professional singer and began working steadily toward that goal. At the age of 19, Hiromi auditioned for Japan’s popular television show A Star Is Born–an American Idol – like predecessor. Winning the contest over an initial two million applicants, Hiromi was signed to a recording contract and released an album that sold well. Ultimately, however, she put her singing on hold to develop her skills as a lyricist. It wasn’t until recent years that Hiromi decided, due to the respect and love she and her husband, Yusuke Hoguchi, shared for the great American standards, that Hiromi should pick up the mic again. With Yusuke serving as executive producer, as well as collaborator on two of the featured tracks, Hiromi began work on the recordings and video that now comprise Hiromi in Love.“

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Watch: 808TTV E.94 – 07/07/2010

Aloha 2010 and goodbye 2009! Last year brought may great things as well as many great struggles in both Hawaii, the United States and the World. Today we look back at some of the interesting, funny, strange or just plain crazy news that hit Hawaii in 2009. We also introduce the new 808Talk iPhone app and feature music from our good friend Joshua Alo who now resides in Brussels, Belgium which is a long way away from his home here in Hawaii. As always, remember we love to hear from our wonderful 808Talk listeners so be sure and leave us a comment below.

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Listen: 808T E.139 – 01/03/2010 (34.8MB)

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Visiting the island of Oahu? Looking for a great relaxing experience? Why not take a sailing adventure on the Makani Catamaran and enjoy the beautiful scenery off the coast of Hawaii’s hot spot, Waikiki.

A few weeks ago I received a complimentary invite to enjoy a day of sailing on the Makani Catamaran along with a group of other travel and tourism professionals here in the islands. The experience was so relaxing and enjoyable. From the friendly atmosphere of the crew, to the wonderful pastry’s that complemented the ride. It was a day for me just to sit back, relax and take in all the beauty and calmness of being out on the Pacific Ocean.

Whether you plan to take a trip alone on the Makani or with a group of friends or family, I’m sure you will enjoy. The experience shared with other travelers is one you won’t forget and as a bonus you might just see some beautiful sea turtles or dolphins or maybe meet a new friend. So if you’re looking for that extra special event to add to your vacation list, be sure and remember Makani Catamaran. You can book a trip direct from Makani or throughout our generous sponsor via the links below.

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Watch: 808TTV E.93 – 11/17/2009

Hello and Aloha! Yes once again it’s been quite a while since we put out a show, but we are back. Today we wanted to introduce you to the new show “Ha Breath of Life” at the Polynesian Cultural Center. We recently had the pleasure of being the guest of PCC during a social media night experience. This also included the wonderful Ali’i Luau as well as receiving a back stage tour given to us by one of the center’s greatest tour guides, “Cousin T” from Tonga. Music in today’s show includes a NEW track from our friend Kenneth Makuakane. As always, remember we love to hear from our wonderful 808Talk listeners so be sure and leave us a comment below.

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Take a peek into the new night show “Ha Breath of Life” at the Polynesian Cultural Center (PCC) located right here on Oahu in beautiful Laie.

Recently I was invited as a guest to a special “social media night” hosted at the PCC which allowed Hawaii bloggers and social media guru’s to get an up close backstage visit with the cast and crew of the new night show and then afterward experience it in all it’s splendor. I must say I was impressed!

Ha replaces the long running “Horizons: Where the Sea Meets the Sky” which had been in production since 1996.

By the way, prior to the backstage visit and night show experience, we got to kick it all off with the amazing PCC “Ali’i Luau“, which could quite possibly be called one of the best in Hawaii.

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Video Length: 9:39 (111.2MB)

Watch: 808TTV E.92 – 09/15/2009

The 4th Annual Honolulu CANstruction Design/Build Competition was held today, August 15 from 8:00am – 2:00 pm at Pearlridge Mall, Uptown. This was an exciting six-hour competition led by AIA Architects, design professionals and engineers. Teams erected giant, carefully designed structures that were built entirely out of canned food to fit within a “footprint” of eight feet by eight feet, and as tall as eight feet. As they were being built you could see each structure taking on a form and design of its own. The canned food being used for the build as well as the canned food that will be used to cast votes, will benefit the Hawaii Food Bank.

Mahalo again to Fung Associates, Inc. for inviting 808Talk along for the ride and a special mahalo to Polly Kauahi, Director of Development at the Hawaii Food Bank for taking some time to talk with us about the great service the HFB provides for the people of Hawaii.

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Watch: 808TTV E.91 – 08/15/2009