The latest on Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation (HART). Hear all about their significant milestone with the groundbreaking City Center Guideway and Stations (CCGS) segment. Stay informed on HART and all their Rail System updates.

Want to know about the construction updates on the Aloha Stadium? Listen today to hear all about the NASED updates!

Rick Hamada is joined by the Red Hill Registry to talk all about their mission, vision and how you can get involved. With a built in partnership with the community, the Red Hill Registry aims to track health outcomes and provide resources for those affected by the 2021 fuel spill. Listen now to learn more.

On the more serious side, join the SHOPO HOUR as they discuss and honor the recent passing of Maui Police Officer Suzanne O. They also dive into other local Chinatown news. Stay informed and listen in.

Episode 51 (16 August 2025): Back to School – Hawaii’s Challenges, Choices, and Chances. Hawaii spends more per student than most states, yet families face bus breakdowns, facility backlogs, and teacher shortages. We dig into the numbers, the biggest challenges, and where Hawaii is actually leading the way — from charters to preschool expansion. Plus, our Parents’ Power Playbook: four concrete steps to get informed, get engaged, and make your voice count in shaping our children’s future.

On this week's edition of Community Matters, a very important discussion about an important Hawaii industry that is struggling. The Hawaii film and television industry is struggling, with very few productions currently being shot on the islands. Rick Hamada talks with members of the Hawaii Film Alliance about the downturn in the local film industry and the support needed from the community and the legislature to bring our Hawaii productions to screens across the nation and worldwide.

Nothing better then the Good Fella's on your aloha Friday. Tune in to hear the guys chat all about memories and local happenings. You don't want to miss this one.

Rick and Michelle talk story covering entertainment news. Listen in for the latest Taylor Swift news! Michelle recommends seeing Sydney Sweeney in the new movie Americana.

Always good to have John Starkey on the show. This time we have a special appearance with Noel, the new GM. A wonderful women who knows her business. After a lifetime with Ford, she finds her way in the independent automotive biz.

We talk the latest about the President and his meetings with Putin. Looking forward to the summit in Alaska, hoping for a second meeting to solidify peace in Ukraine and Russia.