Rick Hamada sits down with leaders of the New Aloha Stadium Entertainment District (NASED), providing updates on the project's status. They break down on what needs to happen for them to move forward, and how they plan to transform nearly 100 acres in Halawa on Oahu.

Rick Hamada and Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi talk about firework safety during Chinese New Year. Callers ask about debris in the Ala Wai Canal.

Episode 25 (1 February 2025): Hawaii’s Fight for Life. Join the debate between the right to choose and the right to life with Rick, Gary, Doug – and special guest Eva Andrade from the Hawaii Family Forum. The Hawaii legislature is considering HB728 & SB297 to enshrine reproductive freedom in the state constitution. We invite you to join the conversation and take a stand on the Fight for Life in Hawaii!

Episode 24 (25 January 2025): Hawaii’s War on Truth. What is truth, and how do you know what your government and the media are telling you is true? As the truth surrounding J6 unfolds; What are truths about the state of affairs in Hawaii that we might want to question? Join Rick, Gary and Doug for a tough discussion on truth and government.

Rick Hamada talks with Dr. Alan Faulker and son Christopher about the future of laser eye surgery.

Rick Hamada and friends from Pacific Resource Partnership talk housing issues. They discuss legislation that supports real estate lawsuits. PRP shows support for "Housing No Kakou", designed to remove barriers to affordable housing.

Rick Hamada and the Chief of Police Joe Logan discuss the recent State of the State Address. They refer to the bills in place to crack down on illegal fireworks. Callers ask how the chief plans to address police officer recruitment, as well as why residents see police presence near construction sites.

Rick Hamada talks with Mayor Rick Blangiardi about road congestion on busy roads. They converse about potential responses to the issues.

On this edition of Sustaining Hawaii, we discuss critical issues impacting our islands. Tanya Brown from US Vets Hawaii talks about a new homeless shelter, "Kulia I Ka Nu`u". Plus, Jenna Copley, a registered dietician with the Kidney Foundation, provides valuable nutritional advice. And for aspiring young scientists, we'll guide you through the application process for the Bayer Hawaii Life Sciences Scholarship.

Rick Hamada and Chief Joe Logan wrap it down about the upcoming legislative session of 2025, as well as the recruitment process for Honolulu police.