On this episode of "Upfront with Guy Hagi," we talk to Jon Andrew Franklin, founding member of the band, Streetlight Cadence. True to its name, the band started off performing in the streets of Honolulu and grew in popularity over time. Now, with two Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards and an Emmy nomination for the band's self-produced television show, "We'll Play for Food," Franklin looks back at Streetlight Cadence's road to success, and the challenges they faced along the way.

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In this month's episode of 'Upfront with Guy Hagi,' Hilo native Gwen Nakamura shares her experience as the University of Hawaii's Assistant Band Director. If you've been to a Rainbow Wahine volleyball game, you've probably seen her wearing her iconic balloon hats. Nakamura has been working at UH for more than 3 decades and says the band has played an important role at the school's sporting events.

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In this month’s episode of ‘Upfront with Guy Hagi,' professional artist and Kalani grad Jasper Wong takes Guy on a tour of this year’s “Hawaii Walls” mural festival. Formerly known as ‘Pow Wow,’ the annual event aims to uplift under-served communities in Hawaii through public art.

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Hawaii News Now’s very own Casey Lund joins Guy Hagi on this week’s episode of “Upfront with Guy Hagi.” The Idaho native explains his journey to Hawaii and how he handled adapting to the Hawaiian culture.

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Hawaii comedian and social media influencer Zavier Cummings — aka "@howdisguy" — jumps into the HNN weather vehicle with Guy Hagi to talk about his viral success, why he loves making people laugh and how he's embraced his role as the "class clown."

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It's an episode that hits all the high notes! Hawaii's own Kaylee Shimizu joins Guy Hagi on this week's 'Upfront' podcast. She talks about her experience competing on 'The Voice,' as well as what inspires her to keep singing. Plus, she puts on a performance that you don't want to miss. Look for 'Upfront with Guy Hagi' at HawaiiNewsNow.com -- or wherever you get your podcasts!

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Ready to laugh? Meteorologist Guy Hagi jumps into HNN's weather vehicle for a drive with the hilarious Pashyn Santos, who finds inspiration for her comedy in everyday Hawaii life. 

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