"Here in Hawaiʻi" is similar to "Hanging Out," but with a focus on local stories inspired by aloha. Our goal is to strengthen understanding and connection between communities by telling stories that bring to light the shared values that make Hawaiʻi so special. Subscribe to Here in Hawaiʻi for new episodes every week, and stay subscribed to Hanging Out for new episodes coming out sporadically 🫶 You can find Here in Hawaiʻi on your podcast app, and at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/hereinhawaii https://www.youtube.com/@hereinhawaiitv https://www.instagram.com/hereinhawaiitv

Why is theatre the ideal place to raise a child? MJ shares her insight from 40 years in theatre, including the power of showing students how what they learn in classes like math, physics and social studies can be applied in real life in the theatre. Get your tickets for Kaimuki High School's spring performace of THE ADDAMS FAMILY! March 29 to April 7, 2024 https://honoluluboxoffice.com/shows/2024/3/29/khspac-the-addams-family

We were super lucky to have our astrological charts read by Alice Inoue in July 2023, and even more lucky to have her sit down with us at the end of 2023 to talk about what actually happened, and what we can expect for 2024! Join Alice (and us!) online for her virtual event – 2024 The Year of Personal Power. January 21, 2024 at 4pm HST. Tickets available at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2024-the-year-of-personal-power-tickets-754219279167 https://yourhappinessu.com/ 🎙️ Interview recorded December 2023

Kaʻanoʻi grew up dreaming of one day becoming a fashion designer and having her own clothing line. She shares how she got past her tendency to play it safe and overthink things, and started her clothing company Keha Hawaiʻi, during the pandemic no less. We talked about the stories behind her designs, the value of her family's support, and what she would have done had she not pursued her dream of fashion. https://kehahawaii.com/ IG: @kehahawaii FB: https://www.facebook.com/kehahawaii Mele Kalikimaka Marketplace 12/16 & 17: http://www.melekalikimakamarketplace.com/ 🎙️ Interview recorded December 2023 Come join us in our facebook group, Here in Hawaiʻi! https://www.facebook.com/groups/hereinhawaii

Butterfly Dad, Henry, is the owner of Paradise Monarchs. He shares how working in the hotel industry got him out of his introverted shell, and how covid led to him learning how to raise monarch butterflies, which has turned into an incredible and unique business. https://paradisemonarchs.com/ https://www.instagram.com/paradisemonarchs/ 🎙️ Interview recorded November 2023 Come join us in our facebook group, Hanging Out in Hawaii! https://www.facebook.com/groups/hangingout

We're at the start of a big new adventure – making a TV show! We decided to make an update episode to share the backstory on deciding to do it, the "why" behind the show, our individual "whys" and what we're hoping for with the show. Please join us in the facebook group! We're really hoping to get your thoughts on the show as it comes to life :) 🎙️ Recorded November 2023 Come join us in our facebook group, Here in Hawaiʻi! https://www.facebook.com/groups/hereinhawaii

Dr. Martin is a professional speaker and certified leadership trainer. We talk about the experiences that lead to her focus on highlighting the leadership skills women possess and how to utilize them for success. https://www.talkstorywithme.com/ 🎙️ Interview recorded September 2023 Come join us in our facebook group, Hanging Out in Hawaii! https://www.facebook.com/groups/hangingout

Jayme is using her training in French, Korean and American baking styles to make custom cakes, macaroons and cupcakes at Pua Cake Studio in Wahiawa. She shares how her desire to try lots of different things – including working in the fashion industry and hotel industry – led to opening her own business. https://puacakestudiohawaii.com/ ig: @puacakestudiohawaii 🎙️ Interview recorded August 2023 Come join us in our facebook group, Hanging Out in Hawaii! https://www.facebook.com/groups/hangingout

Ira has an incredible back story in how he created his own successful digital company, became a professional photographer covering everything from corporate events to the red carpet at the Emmys, and even did a TED Talk! And I haven't even mentioned that the man has 8 children! https://bowmandigitalmedia.com/ 🎙️ Interview recorded July 2023 Come join us in our facebook group, Hanging Out in Hawaii! https://www.facebook.com/groups/hangingout

Dr. Jodi is Hawaii's Keto Doctor! She's a Doctor of Pharmacy and accredited Metabolic Healthcare Practitioner who has been in healthcare for over 27 years. We talk beef (both the food and schoolyard fight kine), her wild stories of being a drag racer, and what's true and (more importantly) NOT true about a keto diet. https://www.theketoprescription.com/ 🎙️ Interview recorded July 2023 Come join us in our facebook group, Hanging Out in Hawaii! https://www.facebook.com/groups/hangingout

We talk about her life journey, starting her career in marketing in the tech world and then "falling" into her current role as executive director of Samaritan Counseling Center Hawaiʻi, a nonprofit that provides mental health counseling for individuals, couples, and families, regardless of ability to pay. Rachelle also shared about how she went from no knowledge about mental health and just joining the organization to help with administrative tasks, to growing a love and appreciation for helping the community through mental health support, and eventually taking on the ED role. https://www.samaritancounselingcenterhawaii.org/ https://www.facebook.com/samaritancounselingcenterhawaii https://www.instagram.com/scchawaii/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/samaritan-counseling-center-hawaii/ https://www.youtube.com/@samaritanhawaii 🎙️ Interview recorded June 2023

Michel is a coach for spiritual entrepreneurs and Jamie's business bestie! We talk about her path to becoming a spiritual entrepreneur, making a difference in the world by serving others, her favorite spiritual practices (numerology and Vedic astrology), past life experiences, and how her family feels about her being on "the woo woo train" 😆 https://www.moneylighthouse.com/ https://www.moneylighthouse.com/podcasts/money-lighthouse-podcast-for-spiritual-entrepreneurs-2 🎙️ Interview recorded April 2023

(Content warning: suicidal ideation) Dan opened up about the life experiences – depression and suicidal ideation, substance abuse and divorce – that led him to the work he does now. As a life coach and support partner, Dan helps people work on silencing their inner critic. I was really inspired by Dan's perspective on different ways to approach to life. https://www.danbarone.com/ 🎙️ Interview recorded February 2023

Carole is Executive Director of Nā Keiki O Emalia (NKOE), a nonprofit on Maui whose mission is to provide peer grief support for children, teens, and their families to help them heal after the death of someone important to them. Since the fires, NKOE has been offering emergency services to families including providing essentials, toys and activities for displaced children, and mobilizing grief support and art activities at schools and shelters. They anticipate a great long-term need for grief support for all those affected by the fires, especially the children. Please visit NKOE's website to see how you can support their work – https://nkoemaui.org/

Nadia is a professional artist who also teaches art to children and taeches adults how to use art as therapy. She talks about how she started out her career in art – working in ARCHEOLOGY! She really digs (get it?) into the some fascinating stories and how her art studies applied to her work in archeology. She also takes us through her journey in becoming a professional artist and of course what art therapy is. Schedule a Creativity Breakthrough Session with Nadia at https://calendly.com/nadiafairlambart/creativity-breakthrough-session Find Nadia's art at https://www.nadiafairlambart.com/shop-hardwood-sculpture-mirrors Learn more about her Spring Break Art Camp at https://www.nadiafairlambart.com/storebp5gil2-c8a/standard_products/spring-break-art-camp-keiki?product_gallery=218936&product_id=5685054

Haylin is a therapist, parent and owner of Spill the Tea Cafe, an inclusive mental health clinic for teens. I asked her all my questions about parenting (I had A LOT, sorry and thank you Haylin!). She shared about her journey learning to support her transgender child, and opened up about what inspired her passion for her work as a therapist, and her experience getting therapy for herself. https://spilltheteacafe.org/ https://www.haylindennison.com/

Michelle and her husband own the J. Dolan restaurants – the best pizza on the island! She's also the Individual Giving Coordinator at Honolulu Museum of Art. She shared about her experiences in the Peace Corps, how traveling shaped her to desire to serve, how her family lost all of their worldly belongings in a house fire and how the community came together to support them. She also tells us the strangest topping they've ever had on a pizza! Enjoy J. Dolan's pizza at http://jdolans.com/ Support Honolulu Museum of Art at https://honolulumuseum.org/ Come join us in our new facebook group, Hanging Out in Hawaii! https://www.facebook.com/groups/hangingout

Kimo was one of the original crewmembers of the Hōkūle'a. He shares how it all started along with stories of their first voyage, and also about his experiences working in rescue before joining Hōkūle'a. Find Kimo's book, "Hōkūle'a Ohana Wa'a, Family of the Canoe,” at http://familyofthecanoe.com/ Come join us in our new facebook group, Hanging Out in Hawaii! https://www.facebook.com/groups/hangingout

Just us with a totally random check in! This time we're talking about Invisalign, Jamie's first haircut in almost 10 years, how Nolan always clicks on facebook ads, and the Fast & Furious, Jurassic Park & Hallmark movies. Come join us in our new facebook group, Hanging Out in Hawaii! https://www.facebook.com/groups/hangingout

Diana Gremillion and Arliss Dudley-Cash are back to talk about their podcast, "The Body Positivity Podcast." They share about the value of being authentic and honest with yourself and those around you, and the healing that can occur when you choose to have those difficult conversations about your self-image and worth. Follow Diana and Arliss' podcast: https://bodypositivitypodcast.com/ https://www.instagram.com/bodypositivitypodcast/ Come join us in our new facebook group, Hanging Out in Hawaii! https://www.facebook.com/groups/hangingout