New episode of Da Best Hawai‘i featuring Osna — producer, DJ, OG b-boy, and father.

Osna shares what it was like growing up between two very different worlds: a free-spirited mother and a focused father. He opens up about teaching himself music production and DJing, and how that journey evolved into helping support and mentor the next generation of aspiring Hawai‘i artists.

Watch now on YouTube and listen on Spotify, iHeartRadio, and Apple Podcasts. Mahalo to Arden Waikiki for this beautiful venue which is open for dinner Wednesday-Sunday evenings. 

New episode of Da Best Hawai‘i featuring comedian and single father James Mane.

From dreams of becoming a pro football player to working as a bus driver, James shares how a life-changing injury shifted his path—bringing him back home to Hawai‘i where he found purpose in family and comedy.

Watch now on YouTube and listen on Spotify, iHeartRadio, and Apple Podcasts.

Brand new episode of Da Best Hawai‘i features Maleko McDonnell—a familiar voice across radio, local television news, and stages statewide. He opens up about his upbringing, his journey into broadcast journalism, and the Hawai‘i legends who helped shape his path.

Watch now on YouTube and listen on Spotify, iHeartRadio, and Apple Podcasts.

This month we chat with the incredibly passionate and deeply knowledgeable advocate for our ʻāina, our community, and our home, Daniel Anthony. A Waiʻanae native, Daniel shares how his upbringing shaped his commitment to Hawaiian rights, agriculture, and sustainability. From organic farming practices to the meaningful steps he’s taking to protect and preserve our precious resources and land, his story is both powerful and inspiring.

On this episode of Da Best Hawai‘i Unedited,  learn about the television and film industry in Hawai‘i, Brent's role as a casting agent/associate and why Hawai‘i people love high school graduations.  

A comical recap of a "special night out to celebrate your birthday" that never happened, or did it!?

Rooted in Hawai‘i and driven by purpose! On this episode of Da Best Hawai‘i Unedited, a fascinating chat with Diane Ako (news anchor of 25 years and PR professional) shares her journey, wisdom, and the values that guide her work and community impact. A conversation about family, culture, and doing what your heart guides you to do. Listen to the podcast on Spotify, iHeart and Apple Podcasts. Mahalo to Arden Waikiki for such a wonderful venue.