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Quino was part of the 1990's Hawaii music scene as a frequent visitor and part-time resident. He talks about his love for the islands and how the music scene exceeded expectations. But the music scene had its downsides too. But the love the islands never changes and is a part of his history with as Quino and as Big Mountain.
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Kumu Hula Mehanaokalā Hind talks about how a group of Kumu Hula have come together and made a program using Hawaiian 'ike (knowledge), kupuna and hula to keep everyone healthy during this difficult time of COVID-19.
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Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award winner Kimie Miner sits and talks about her motivations in life; making positive music, being a positive force and mentor and the motivation of her family. A business woman juggling many things with her own business and making things happen. And she is teaching it to her kids along the way.
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Eric Lee & Milan Bertosa are Nā Hōkū Hanohano Winners are put together a tribute to friend and Lifetime Achievement Award winner and legendary entertainer Roland Cazimero. How it came about, their history with each other and Roland...and more!
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Angela Morales, member of the Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award winning group Nā Leo Pilimehana; is enjoying her journey towards better health. Her life has taken twists and turns, often due to circumstances beyond her control. No Longer.
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Weʻre talking with Tony Truong, owner of Muʻumuʻu Factory is finding ways in this difficult COVID-19 time to give back to the community in ways that his business can. He is one of the first to start donating fabric masks for medical personnel and healthcare workers. (HNN News Story aired on March 30, 2020)
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Hawaii Musicians & entertainers, Henry Kapono is wanting to help you! He has teamed up with the Kawakami Family known for their Iolani Sportswear and Foodland. Itʻs called the “We are Friends…COVID-19 Relief Program".
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Mailani is a Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award winning artist that comes from the Windward side of Oʻahu. She has worked over 35 years perfecting her craft as a recording artist, composer and songwriter, mentor, business woman, entrepreneur and entertainer.
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Mele Apana is a Hawaii Broadcast Veteran. Working in both radio and television, she has spent most of her time in radio. She is one-half of the "Kolohe Krew" with Shannon Scott on Hawaiian 105 KINE. Enjoy our interview with Mele Apana!
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It was a remarkable day out with delectable dishes, champagne toasts, fine chocolate, and pampering. Billy V talked with Emily Mendez-Bryant, Vice President, Fundraising and Major Gifts from Aloha United Way, Daniel Chun from Alaska Airlinesa (supporter of the event), Miss Chinatown Hawaii and Miss Hawaii 2019 Contestant Brooke Alcuran and Television and Movie Actress/Voiceover Star Kelly Hu!
info_outlineMele Apana is a Hawaii Broadcast Veteran. Working in both radio and television, she has spent most of her time in radio. She is one-half of the "Kolohe Krew" with Shannon Scott on Hawaiian 105 KINE.
Update: Meleʻs Motherʻs Day show has been moved to August 16, 2020 due to COVID19; head to her Facebook Page for more information
Many will attend her sold out Motherʻs Day show, just like how she has done over the years; but we talk with her about her personal history and how this amazing concert came to be. Learn about Mele, her Mom and her Aunty; two powerful women who were strong forces in Meleʻs life; and their voices continue to resonate in her head and guide her thru her everyday walk here in Hawaii.
Enjoy this wonderful interview with Mele Apana.
Music used in this episode:
- Makaha Sons of Niʻihau - Aloha Ia ʻO Waiʻanae
- Darren Benitez - E A'u Here Iti