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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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52:57

The Conversation: Update on removing 10,000 utility...

The Conversation ·

2023/03/14

Ten-year plan to remove 10,000 utility poles; Hawaiʻi Supreme Court rules on Maui vacation rental permits; HPR's Sabrina Bodon reports on homeless cancer patients; Talkback perspectives on Maui hate crime; history of 18th century Native Hawaiian woman explorer

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52:56

The Conversation: Hawaiʻi joins 46 states against...

The Conversation ·

2023/03/14

State Attorney General details why Hawaii joined 46 states to demand TikTok comply with an investigation on deceptive practices; Hawaiʻi Tax Foundation gives insight on proposed family tax relief bills; Local music duo Keahiwai talks reuniting for an upcoming show and how the industry has changed in their 20 years apart

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53:00

The Conversation: Health Dept. data breach; Ranchers...

The Conversation ·

2023/03/10

The Department of Health details what consumers should know about its recent data breach and provides an update on the status of the new State Hospital; Local ranchers share their challenges in the face of dwindling pastureland; and a Hawaiʻi filmmaking nonprofit discusses the importance of film in advancing gender equity

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52:46

The Conversation: Avoiding social media scams; Film...

The Conversation ·

2023/03/10

HPR's Ku'uwehi Hiraishi on Maui hate crime conviction context; National Slam the Scam Day and AARP's fraud network; The Year of the Dog shows for local charity fundraiser; Maui: Mauka to Makai, a photography book by Daniel Sullivan

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52:55

The Conversation: Hawaiʻi Island police discuss Hilo...

The Conversation ·

2023/03/09

A Hawaiʻi Island police captain discusses the community's growing concern over recent "gang" violence and bullying at Hilo schools; The city details the new public survey about its park ranger program; the 'A'o is the subject of today's Manu Minute; and Contributing Editor Neal Milner considers the emerging bloc of Millenial and Gen Z voters as the Baby Boomer generation retracts

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52:57

The Conversation: Collective bargaining bills...

The Conversation ·

2023/03/08

Collective bargaining bills advance in the Legislature; Families react to Hilo youth gang threats; Polipoli Farms embraces traditional crops and methods; Hawaiʻi's poet laureate Brandy Nalani McDougall on how words heal

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54:11

The Conversation: Water contamination issues parallel...

The Conversation ·

2023/03/07

Environmentalist urges vigilant protection for Oʻahu aquifers; HPR's Casey Harlow highlights Honolulu mayor's proposed budget; An island daughter breaks glass ceiling as JABSOM dean; and women surfers honored for catching the big waves at The Eddie Aikau Invitational

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58:58

The Conversation: Salt in Hawaiʻi

The Conversation ·

2023/03/03

We travel around the state to revisit stories we've done about making salt, or pa'akai. From Hanapēpē, Kaua‘i, to Kaka‘ako, to Molokai to Kona on Hawaiʻi Island. We end in Oʻahu with a Honolulu Theatre for Youth production about Hawaiʻi's special relationship with salt.

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52:53

The Conversation: Hā‘ena fishing protection may end;...

The Conversation ·

2023/03/03

HPR's Ku'uwehi Hiraishi details a measure to put a time limit on community-based subsistence fishing areas; Lifeguard Luke Shepardson shares what's next after winning the 'Eddie;' The founder of virtual fitness program "Balance" shares how it caters to seniors

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51:55

The Conversation: Looking at patterns of political...

The Conversation ·

2023/03/02

Author of a book about tyrants discusses their history over the past century; The National Weather Service shares how long our fierce winds will be around; HPR's Savannah Harriman-Pote dishes on efforts to help low-income families afford solar; and local musician Kimie Miner shares details about her new music mentorship program

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51:50

The Conversation: Testing for PFAS in wastewater;...

The Conversation ·

2023/03/01

The City of Honolulu talks about a new study to test for toxic PFAS in solid waste and wastewater; an Oahu attorney shares her thoughts on Black women in leadership; HPR's Sabrina Bodon details an animal control pilot project that may become permanent; and Andy Bumatai reflects on the evolution of Hawaii's comedy scene

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52:01

The Conversation: Removing forever chemicals in...

The Conversation ·

2023/02/28

Claros Technologies shares its method for treating toxic P-FAS chemicals in landfills; nonprofit WAI talks about a program that creates jobs helping to eliminate cesspools; Hui O Ka Wai Ola discusses new water monitoring programs on Maui; and HPR's Casey Harlow shares some goodbyes to Aloha Stadium

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52:58

The Conversation: Documentary spotlights toxic...

The Conversation ·

2023/02/25

A documentary filmmaker discusses Okinawa residents dealing with toxic chemicals in their drinking water; HPR's Savannah Harriman-Pote breaks down a bill to build a second garbage-to-energy plant on Oʻahu; Hawaiʻi Pacific Health shares details about a new Teen Resiliency Program; and Hawaiʻi's Film Commissioner discuss progress in our local industry

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53:01

The Conversation: Sen. Hirono talks military issues...

The Conversation ·

2023/02/23

U.S. Sen. Mazie Hirono gives her perspective on military issues affecting Hawaiʻi and the Pacific; AIA Honolulu talks about trends in the building and design landscape; a UH student discusses the difference between learning Hawaiian in the past and today; and the creator of NPR's Tiny Desk Concert shares how he finds new talent for the series

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52:51

The Conversation: Rep. Tokuda updates work in...

The Conversation ·

2023/02/23

U.S. Rep. Jill Tokuda provides an update on her first few weeks in office and the committees she will work on; HPR reporter Casey Harlow details several bills looking to change conveyance tax laws; Editor Neal Milner discusses the forgotten history of head injuries in sports; and a visual storyteller describes how using a polar bear puppet raises awareness of climate change

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52:59

The Conversation: Timeshares experience healthy...

The Conversation ·

2023/02/22

Hospitality expert reviews resiliency of timeshares; HPR's Sabrina Bodon examines legislation affecting emergency dispatchers; HPU professor delves into little-known history of Black WW II soldiers stationed in Hawaiʻi

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51:57

The Conversation: Nonprofits Face Financial Crisis

The Conversation ·

2023/02/18

Nonprofits Face Financial Crisis: A roundtable talk with Parents and Children Together, EPIC ʻOhana, Child & Family Service

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53:39

The Conversation: New nominee needed to head DHHL;...

The Conversation ·

2023/02/17

Nominee pulls out of consideration to head Department of Hawaiian Home Lands; LA eatery is something to Yelp about; A song contest celebrates the Hawaiian language; Maui cyclist pedals to raise money for nonprofit assisting families with children

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52:58

The Conversation: Former governor sets record...

The Conversation ·

2023/02/16

Former Gov. Neil Abercrombie reflects on whether the OHA Kakaʻako Makai settlement ought to be renegotiated; Maui County's mayor shares plans to address community needs; HPR's Savannah Harriman-Pote talks about hydropower as an energy source; and Hawaiʻi's Public Access Room supports public participation in lawmaking

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52:01

The Conversation: House Speaker Saiki on proposed...

The Conversation ·

2023/02/14

Hawaiʻi House Speaker Scott Saiki discusses a bill to allow OHA to develop residential units in Kakaʻako Makai; Hawaiʻi County's mayor shares his priorities for the new year; HPR's Sabrina Bodon gives a snapshot of midwifery in the islands; and Hawaiʻi Opera Theatre talks about its 'Elixir of Love' production

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