"Like Scrap?!" LET'S GOOOO! Out of Wesside O'ahu comes a grassroots Hawaiian innovation & youth movement that's award-winning & legacy building. Kumu Mikala Piper & student leader Jeremiah Magallones share how their high school is transforming waste into wealth while healing both land & lāhui (community).

What makes this conversation especially moving is hearing how personal transformation happens alongside environmental innovation. Jeremiah shares his journey from being "kolohe" (mischievous) after losing his father at age 11 to finding purpose thru cultural connection. Meanwhile, Kumu Piper reveals how her students--many lost parents & face significant hardship--have become her "aloha heroes" thru overcoming, resilience & service to others.

Discover how traditional Hawaiian wisdom offers solutions to modern environmental challenges, & how a group of determined Wesside teens are changing their community one cardboard box at a time. Visit hānaikaiāulu.org to support them or bring yr cardboard to their monthly collection on the first Saturday of each month. 'ĒŌ WAIANAE! 

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How do you find strength to breathe when tragedy hits SUDDENLY? Lisa Pakele, widow of beloved Hawaiian musician Kaulana Pakele of the Mana'o Company, shares her "suddenly": a sudden heart attack in 2020 during CV19 lockdown. 

"I just kept breathing," Lisa reveals, describing how she navigated overwhelming grief while raising four children in the public eye. With remarkable courage, she shares the practical wisdom that sustained her: carefully selecting a "Sacred Circle" of a few friends, stepping away from social media, & finding strength in her faith. Her story isn't just about survival—it's about transformation, as she helped her son Dillon complete the "Faith EP" album they had begun with Kaulana before his passing.

Drawing from her earlier experiences as a teen Mom who refused to become "a statistic," Lisa demonstrates how past challenges prepared her for facing seemingly insurmountable grief. Now, she's channeling that resilience into building Kaulana's legacy via music collaborations with artists like High Risk, Pacific Blue, Fiji & Sudden Rush. All while supporting Native Hawaiian businesses thru InPeace's Center for Entrepreneurship.

At the heart of Lisa's story lies the Hawaiian concept of "lāhui"—community coming together. "We're not made to do this life alone," she reminds us, defining aloha as grace: extending kindness without knowing what others are going through. Her journey shows how protecting your peace, finding your tribe, and taking one faithful step at a time can transform tragedy into purpose.

Have you experienced a life-altering loss or challenge? Lisa's story may give you added courage to take that next breath—and the next step forward. E ola ka lāhui! (Long live our ohana!)

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What if what's destroying yr marriage started long before you were born?  Couples Counselor Frank De Gracia uncovers generational patterns of marriage killers that sabotage silently–and how to break free from them before the divorce.

Frank explains: "If there's a divorce happening now, it's probably because of unresolved issues in your grandparents & in your parents" This offers both cause & cure – while we can't change our history, we can change our trajectory. THERE IS HOPE!

From groundbreaking research, Frank introduces the "Four Horsemen" that predict divorce with 90% accuracy. Most revealing is his discussion of how men & women communicate differently during conflict. And the most transformative moment? It comes as Frank explains the role of  vulnerability in healing relationships. 

Whether you're in a struggling marriage or just want to strengthen a healthy one, this episode offers practical wisdom for turning toward each other rather than away in difficult moments. As Frank powerfully states, "If I can help a couple, I can help a family. If I can help a family, I can help a community." Listen now to uncover how small changes can transform your relationship from battlefield to sanctuary.

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Hitomi & Sean Nakamoto share about Deeper Still Hawaii, a program that  offers healing retreats for those wounded by abortion experiences. They explore the emotional, spiritual & relational impacts of abortion trauma while emphasizing compassion, healing & HOPE!

• 1-in-4 women have experienced abortion; with over 250,000 recorded abortions in Hawaii alone since 1970, when HI was the 1st state to make abortion legal. 
• Women who've had abortions face 81% higher risk of mental illness & 155% higher risk of suicidal thoughts.
• Unresolved abortion trauma can affect parenting abilities, relationships & lead to destructive coping mechanisms.
• Men are equally impacted by abortion experiences but often overlooked.
• 6-out-of-10 women & 5-out-of-10 men who've experienced abortion are  Christians.
• Churches often struggle to address abortion wounds through either condemnation or avoidance.
• Deeper Still retreats provide FREE, confidential healing thru prayer, worship & testimonies.
• Participants experience transformation from shame & silence to freedom & ability to help others.

More info? Deeper Still Hawaii www.NaWaiHoola.org, call 808-945-1151, or email [email protected]. YOU ARE BELOVED!

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What if becoming great wasn't about massive miracles but small, daily steps? Eric Yamashita, founder of "Every Day Better" Movement, shares this powerful philosophy that's changing lives across Hawaii & God's great beyond.

It's refreshingly simple: You don't have to be perfect, just a little bit better each day! It began as a scribble on a notebook & has evolved into a clothing brand & ultimately a movement of positivity that touches on all aspects of wellbeing—physical, mental, spiritual, and emotional. Eric shares how "Every Day Better" resonates  with each person and is transforming our community.

Eric weaves together faith, family & fitness into a holistic vision of what it means to live well. Best part? Eric models the authenticity he preaches, even as a cynical Christian. :) His reminder: "Everything starts with loving yourself!" This serves as foundation of the EDB Movement & challenge to anyone seeking meaningful change in their lives.

Follow IG @EveryDayBetterHI or visit everydaybetterhawaii.com to join a community that believes in the power of small improvements & the courage to be imperfect while still striving for better. CHEEHOO CHAMPS 'R US!

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A child victim to violent vigilante to Victorious SuperHero! It's not a plot of a Hollywood blockbuster it's the story of Jesse Jones, Founder, To The Top Hawaii. Along with his fiery-&-fine bride, Ashlee, we see two ordinary people creating extraordinary change for Hawaii's houseless population. BOOMkaAloha!

What's In It For You? EASY! A chance to HERO UP with easy, entry-level knowledge, parthers & inspiration. They're  working-class HI residents who hold down jobs while dedicating personal time & resources to saving 'ohana one meal & one story at a time. "Be the aloha you wish to see in the world," says Jesse. Not just when aloha is easy, but when it's the hard in hostile situations--and too many of us are facing a lot of that nowadays... 

Ready to become an Aloha Advocate? Jesse+Ashlee show us it's not the grand gestures but simply making eye contact & saying hello, with genuine aloha. Follow their journey on Instagram @tothetophawaii & discover how you can join their SuperHero & SuperShero Team ALOHA!

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How do U take life's deepest pain & turn it into joy? Hawaii Comedy Legend Augie T. reveals the raw truth behind his infectious humor in this very honest talk story.

Behind his public persona is a man who has faced profound trauma. With extraordinary courage, Augie discusses childhood sexual abuse, his brother's suicide, & his journey parenting gay sons—all while maintaining his Christian faith. His take? "Comedy is a reflection of society. You say the things that you like to say but have a hard time saying."

Whether juggling his early morning radio show, council duties, or stand-up performances, Augie embodies what he believes aloha truly means: "If you're thinking about other things besides yourself... that's aloha." His story reminds us all that our deepest wounds can become our greatest gifts when shared with courage, humor, and love.

Ready for Augie's heartfelt comedy? Visit AugieTLive.com to catch upcoming shows & follow his journey of bringing healing laughter to Hawaii & beyond: IG @AugieT or @AugieTulba.hnl.

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What is the sacred connection of breath & spirit? This is the "ha" in Alo-ha as explained by acclaimed Hawaiian slack key guitarist Kahu Kawika Kahiapo. Known for his award-winning music that carries the sweet "nahe nahe" quality touching listeners' souls, Kahu Kawika shares stories that reveal how deeply spirituality is woven into authentic Hawaiian music & cultural expressions.

Discover rare insights into how music becomes a vessel for spiritual connection; including a story of Moses Keale's brush with death while hunting on a Ni'ihau cliff—and the resulting spiritual awakening that influenced generations—demonstrates how personal testimony transforms into cultural legacy through song.

Listen & discover how Hawaiian music carries ancient wisdom into contemporary faith practices, & how being fully present may be the most powerful way to perpetuate the true aloha in yr daily life. ALO-HA! 

Catch Cousin Kawika Kahiapo on his many gigs & events listed on his website Calendar: www.KawikaKahiapo.net. Plus support local artist & 'ohana by ordering divine music for yr soul--also  available on his website. MA-HA-LO!

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What's a Mom & Pop small biz to do? Success isn't always found in profit margins & growth strategies. It's not necessarily transactions but transformation!

"We're in the life-change business," explains Stef Anderson, co-owner of Waioli Kitchen & Bake Shop--a 103-year-old historic restaurant & outreach in Mānoa, Hawai'i. Waioli isn't just serving exceptional scones & French press coffee, they're serving 2nd chances to ex-inmates, former addicts, & houseless individuals.

This heart-to-heart talk challenges you to true success & true Aloha! Come enjoy Waioli Kitchen & Bake Shop Tuesdays - Saturdays, 8AM-1PM & taste true ALOHA! 

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What happens when life knocks the wind out of a local boy comedian? Augusto "Augie T" Tulba's journey from the comedy stage to the Honolulu City Council chambers reveals a man whose toughest battle wasn't fought in either arena, but in coming to terms with his brother's unexpected death.

Growing up extremely poor in Kam IV Housing, Augie learned resilience early. But when he ran for City Council, life threw an unexpected punch – he & his wife were fired from their radio jobs the very day he filed his candidacy.

And it was WHO stood by him in this challenging time that spoke loudest: No one... except his brother & a cousin – both ex-convicts. This hit harder when Augie's brother passed unexpectedly. 

Now juggling roles as comic, MC, councilman &  radio personality, Augie approaches life with renewed passion. "It's finding the strong, not the wrong," he smiles. His story reminds us that sometimes our greatest growth comes through our deepest pain. Take a moment, take a listen, take a WIN! 

Catch more Augie T's shows across Hawaii & USA: www.AugieTLive.com 

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