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The Conversation

Hawaii Public Radio

Whether you live in our state or far from our shores, you’ll know what’s happening in Hawaiʻi with HPR"s daily hour of locally focused discussions of public affairs, ideas, culture and the arts. Guests from across the islands and around the world provide perspectives on life in Hawaiʻi — and issues that have not yet reached Hawaiʻi. Hosted by HPR"s Catherine Cruz. Have something to say? Send a comment to talkback@hawaiipublicradio.org or call our talkback line at 808-792-8217.

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51:45

The Conversation: Calculating the Cost of Invasive...

The Conversation ·

2021/09/27

On today's show, we're looking at the economic costs of invasive species, learning how to recognize signs of a crisis for Suicide Awareness Month, and enriching ourselves with the Kamuela Philharmonic Orchestra.

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52:02

The Aloha Friday Conversation: Altered States and...

The Conversation ·

2021/09/24

Could Hawaiʻi be a leader in transformative healing? Can psychedelics be used to treat depression? Can movement elevate consciousness? On today's Aloha Friday Conversation, we explore altered states of mind.

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51:52

The Conversation: Healthcare Association Gives Update...

The Conversation ·

2021/09/23

The head of the Healthcare Association of Hawaii shares how two local oxygen producers helped the state avert a crisis; an Oʻahu farmer and farming instructor provides insight into the increase in ʻulu theft around the state, and ways to increase community agricultural efforts; and the Honolulu Museum of Art discusses the new exhibit it hopes will stimulate conversations around community issues

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52:03

The Conversation: Aftershocks of the Delta Variant at...

The Conversation ·

2021/09/22

Hilo Medical Center talks about the aftershocks of the Delta variant as COVID case counts trend downward; a Hawaiʻi County Councilmember gives an update on the status of emergency repairs on Kolekole Bridge on the Big Island; we learn more about the Koa'e Kea, the white-tailed tropicbird in Manu Minute; and we catch up with a former Peace Corps volunteer now recruiting for the corps at the University of Hawaiʻi

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52:15

The Conversation: Hawaii Architectural Conference to...

The Conversation ·

2021/09/21

AIA Honolulu's Vice President discusses the plans for an upcoming architectural conference that will bring designers together to share innovative ideas; the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority highlights the progress made on the Hawaiʻi Island Destination Management Action Plan; Honolulu Civil Beat reporter Christina Jedra shares one mother's call for answers and accountability for her daughter's death four years ago in today's Reality Check; the University of Hawaiʻi talks about its exhibit celebrating the

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52:53

The Conversation: Lt. Gov. Seeks Help From US Surgeon...

The Conversation ·

2021/09/20

Lt. Gov. Josh Green is asking the U.S. Surgeon General for help to avoid resorting to rationed care in our hospitals. Climate change and biological threats stand to impact your morning cup of coffee. And a new film adaptation of Macbeth has a local connection.

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52:02

The Conversation: Honolulu Mayor Addresses First Week...

The Conversation ·

2021/09/17

Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi addresses tension around the Safe Access program, Hawaiʻi Island faces a shortage of foster families, and new technology may help to protect football players from concussions

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52:15

The Conversation: Breaking Down Vaccine Mandates

The Conversation ·

2021/09/17

On today's call-in show, we're taking your questions about the rollout of vaccine and testing mandates across the state. Honolulu labor attorney Jeffrey Harris walks us through the legality of requiring vaccinations for employees and patrons, and we go in-depth with Tamara Addison of Oahu Transit Services about their effort to get transit workers vaccinated before the deadline.

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51:17

The Conversation: Potential Healthcare Rationing...

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2021/09/15

Hawaii AARP State Director shares her concerns about age potentially being a factor when prioritizing care at hospitals during the pandemic; Political Analyst Neal Milner discusses the intersection of race and housing in Hawaiʻi in our bi-weekly segment, The Long View; Honolulu Civil Beat reporter Claire Caulfield talks raising chickens during the pandemic in today's Reality Check; We learn more about the Moa, the red junglefowl Polynesian voyagers first brought to Hawaiʻi in this week's Manu

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52:16

The Conversation: Hawaiʻi's Pre-9/11 Preparedness;...

The Conversation ·

2021/09/15

The former head of Honolulu's Emergency Medical Services recalls Hawaiʻi's high level of preparedness for a terrorist event prior to 9/11; Honolulu Civil Beat reporter shares her story about a former Hawaiʻi legislator who joined the State's Board of Education on an interim basis in today's Reality Check; the founder of the Hawaii Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Action Group discusses the condition and what resources are available for those raising children with it; Honolulu's Temple Emanu-El's

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52:41

The Conversation: 'Safe Access' Starts on Oʻahu, Maui...

The Conversation ·

2021/09/13

Officials on Maui are eyeing the rollout of the Safe Access Oʻahu program ahead of the launch of a similar program on the Valley Isle on Wednesday; Hui Makaʻainana o Makana paves the way to a partnership between the government and the community at our state parks; and how do we create more child care offerings to meet growing need?

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51:28

The Aloha Friday Conversation: The Legacy of Labor...

The Conversation ·

2021/09/10

On this Aloha Friday Conversation, we're looking back at Labor Day and talking about just what it takes to make a living in Hawaiʻi. We'll start with the history behind workers' rights legislation in Hawaiʻi, and then ask if those protections are enough against the unique challenges of the 21st century.

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52:17

The Conversation: Hawaiʻi Residents Reflect on 9/11;...

The Conversation ·

2021/09/09

Several Magic Island parkgoers share their thoughts and memories on the 9/11 attacks; the head of the Hawaii Legal Short Term Rental Alliance makes the case against a proposal to better regulate vacation rentals on Oʻahu; the United Public Workers union discusses the high risk of COVID exposure for prison and jail employees; and in our daily Reality Check segment, we check up on the state of evictions across Hawaiʻi.

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52:24

The Conversation: State Epidemiologist Details New...

The Conversation ·

2021/09/08

Hawaiʻi's Acting State Epidemiologist details the new "mu" COVID-19 variant and the state of our hospitals; the head of Honolulu's Office of Economic Revitalization walks us through Oʻahu's new Safe Access program rolling out next Monday; Civil Beat reporter Kevin Dayton talks overcrowding at Hawaiʻi's Jails and prisons in today's Reality Check; a retired Colonel and Hilo resident recounts her experience inside the Pentagon when the plane crashed on 9/11; HPR's Manu Minute reveals where to find

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52:08

The Conversation: 9/11 Widow on Healing Over the Last...

The Conversation ·

2021/09/07

The widow of one of the 9/11 victims remembers her husband and shares her journey of healing; the business manager for the hotel workers union talks about the uneasiness its members are feeling as the visitor industry enters its slow season; Honolulu Civil Beat's editor Chad Blair joins us to look closer at efforts by one woman to help a homeless campsite find a better way forward in today's Reality Check; and the State Archivist shares more about the new digital access to Queen Lili'uokalani's

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53:00

The Conversation: Keeping Our Keiki Safe in the...

The Conversation ·

2021/09/03

As case counts of COVID-19 climb in public schools, we're joined by State Department of Education Interim Superintendent Keith Hayashi. And we send you off into your weekend with a story on the origins of the shaka.

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52:13

The Conversation: A New Proposal to Manage Vacation...

The Conversation ·

2021/09/02

The Waikiki Improvement Association discusses a new proposal to manage vacation rentals on Oahu; the Big Island Invasive Species Committee talks how a budget shortfall impacts their efforts; HPU attempts to grow the number of psychologists in the islands; and Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings director shares his experience making a summer tent pole movie.

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48:22

The Conversation: Public Defender's Office Targets...

The Conversation ·

2021/09/02

The State Office of the Public Defender has filed a third extraordinary writ with the Hawaiʻi Supreme Court to address overcrowding in prisons and jails; we pause to remember those who died following the outbreak of COVID-19 cases at Yukio Okutsu State Veterans Home in Hilo. And we learn about an effort to make less gassy cattle — why red seaweed means greener cows.

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51:55

The Conversation: The Pandemic's Impact on...

The Conversation ·

2021/08/31

A University of Hawaiʻi economics professor explores factors impacting product shortages materializing on store shelves; a doctor at The Queen's Medical Center talks recovery therapy and the use of ECMO machines; Honolulu Civil Beat reporter Stewart Yerton discusses the State's Safe Access Program during our Reality Check segment; Hulopoe Beach Park Council members share the impacts of increased visitors felt by residents; and the Pacific Gateway Center talks about the process for Afghan refugees to

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51:56

The Conversation: When Will Our COVID-19 Cases Peak?

The Conversation ·

2021/08/30

We check in with the head of the Healthcare Association of Hawaii about how hospitals and treatment facilities are preparing for a possible overflow of patients. And a new book on West Maui's water rights highlights accomplishments in the face of adversity.

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