RAM GAD POD

Hello Friends,

I walked out of this interview wanting Lori Tsuhako to be my best friend, and I think it comes through in the recording. Lori is a kind and thoughtful person, and I loved every minute of this interview. In this episode we got to learn a bit about Lori's professional experience, what it was like for her growing up on Maui, and some of the big differences she has noticed in recent years. We also touched on some of the issues that make affordable housing on Maui a complex problem to solve. This interview was recorded prior to her presentation regarding the County's Strategic Plan on Housing, so we don't get into that here, but I am planning a follow-up interview where we can dig deeper into that. For now, give this episode a listen and get to know Lori Tsuhako and the Department of Housing and Human Concerns a little better. 

Mahalo,

Jason

Hello Friends,

This episode is a brief update, a book recommendation, and some rambling about the Lahaina injection well case all rolled into one. If you don't have the time or inclination to give it a listen, my book recommendation was Neverwhere by Neil Gaiman, and the updates are mostly as follows:

Aloha Friends,

This episode is an interview I recorded with Sandy Baz, Managing Director for the County of Maui, on July 22, 2019. This interview was a lot smoother than the pilot episode, and Sandy was a fascinating guest. Some of the highlights for me were learning about Sandy's youth, his somewhat non-traditional career path, and his deeply spiritual connection to public service. One of the low points was when I disclosed my not so secret goal of going to clown college someday. I really enjoyed recording this one, so I sincerely hope you enjoy listening to it. 

Mahalo,

Jason

Hello Friends,

This isn't really a RAM GAD POD episode, but I'm going to call it that anyway. This is actually audio from my appearance on Don Couch's show on 1110 AM that was recorded earlier today. Don Couch is a great host and it was fun being on his show. It may be worth noting that this was recorded at 7 a.m. and I did not have nearly enough coffee before hand, so I do sound a little tired. Nevertheless, I thought my 5 listeners might be interested in hearing it, so here you go!

Mahalo,

Jason

Hello Friends,

This episode is just a quick update and me rambling about a laser tag party I went to last night. If you don't get a chance to listen, here is what you should know:

Aloha Friends,

This is the first episode of the RAM GAD POD ever recorded, and it sounds like it! This episode is an interview with Roy Vandoorn, Chair of RAM's Government Affairs Committee. This was a pleasant conversation, but it is clear that both he and I are not particularly comfortable recording. Nevertheless, we got through the interview without saying anything that will get us in trouble and listeners will get to learn a bit more about Roy and I. One highlight from this episode is that I share an embarrassing fun fact about my wife that always makes me laugh. 

Mahalo for listening and I hope you enjoy!

This is technically the first episode of the RAM GAD POD, but it is really just a quick update on a few things going on in the County this week:

Next episode out Thursday, August 8th: Interview with Roy Vandoorn, Chair of RAM's Government Affairs Committee

The RAM GAD POD (or REALTORS Association of Maui Government Affairs Director Podcast) is a new podcast intended to keep RAM members informed about government affairs related issues that might impact them, and to introduce listeners to interesting people involved in the world of Maui politics, as well as the world of RAM. Every Tuesday I will provide a short update with some quick notes from the GAD, and every Thursday I will upload a longer interview with a guest. 

Our  upcoming guests are Roy Vandoorn, Sandy Baz, Lori Tsuhako, David Belew, and Michele McLean.

Mahalo!