It's the biggest sporting event in Hawaii. It's responsible for driving more state tax revenue than the Pro Bowl ever did. It's the 4th largest of its kind in the US. People come from all over the world to do it and outnumber local participants. We're talking about the Honolulu Marathon. This episode features Dr. Jim Barahal, the President and CEO of the marathon. He's been at the helm for nearly 40 years and sees no signs of stopping. We talk about running in general, the boom in the sport, what the marathon means to Hawaii, and more. Michael T is your host.

Congressional representatives have a unique perspective on their home state. In this episode, we talk to Hawaii Congresswoman Jill Tokuda. We touch on the Maui fires, FEMA, her outlook on the changes the Trump administration is instituting, battling the high cost of living, and more. Michael T is your host.

So many people in Hawaii need a little bit of help. Organizations like Goodwill Hawaii offer that help in a myriad of ways. In this episode, we talk to Goodwill Hawaii's Pres. & CEO, Katy Chen. She highlights the five main program areas the organization offers. Michael T is your host.

Here in Hawaii, thousands of school-aged children have nowhere to go when the school bell rings at the end of the day. Where do they go? What do they do? After School All-Stars runs after-school programs in a handful of Hawaii middle schools to bridge that gap between school and home. It isn't only child care. ASAS teaches and nurtures middle schoolers at qualifying schools. The kids are learning and growing where they ordinarily may not have. In this episode, we sit down with the CEO of After School All-Stars Hawaii, Paula Fitzell. She details the types of things ASAS teaches in their program, how many kids are in the program, and the success they're having. Kathy With a K is your host.

It's tax season. That's a great time to review information about filing your taxes. In today's episode, we talk to Raphael Tulino, a media specialist with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). You'll hear about what's new in 2025 for the 2024 tax year, big mistakes taxpayers make, deductions you may have missed, filing deadlines, and more. Michael T is your host.

For some people, the end of life can be a journey that needs to be navigated gently. Hospice care might be the answer. We talk to Joyce Bunyan from Islands Hospice about what hospice is, some of the myths, and some of the more nuanced aspects of this level of care. Kathy With a K is your host.

We also revisit our conversation with Meli James from Mana Up, the local business accelerator that helps Hawaii businesses scale up to be global brands. In this Hawaii Matters Extra, Meli talks about the challenges that local entrepreneurs face and the mindset they need to succeed. Michael T is your host for this segment.

In this episode of Hawaii Matters, we talk to Kristen Kelly from the Aquatics division of the DLNR (Dept of Land and Natural Resources). She tells us about the problem of debris in our Hawaii waters and on our beaches. And she tells us what happens to some of the debris after it's collected. Kathy With a K is your host.

Last time we talked to our real estate expert Maila Gibson-Bandmann it was about selling your home. In this episode, we talk about buying a home in Hawaii. Yes, it can be done. We talk about financing, location, and keeping the dream of living in Hawaii alive. Michael T is your host.

Thousands of Hawaii residents moved to the mainland in 2024. Roughly 4,400 moved to Las Vegas. Moving away might mean selling your home. What are the important factors to be aware of when selling a home in Hawaii? Maila Gibson-Bandmann is a realtor with Coldwell Banker Realty in Hawaii. She's got the answers. This is part one of two episodes on real estate in Hawaii. Look for part two soon. Michael T is your host.

In this episode, we talk to local optometrist Dr. Dane Sultzer from Kahala Eye Clinic. It's all things eyes and eye health, how to care for your eyes, the importance of proper eyewear, problems with the eyes, surgery techniques, and more. Kathy With a K is your host.