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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: Landmark First Amendment Supreme...

The Conversation ·

2022/07/28

This summer marked the 20th anniversary of a landmark First Amendment Supreme Court case; Small business owner and CD2 candidate Joe Logan resolves to fix problems; The virtual Hawaii Conservation Alliance conference gathers to protect biodiversity

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53:00

The Conversation: More accused in Big Island housing...

The Conversation ·

2022/07/26

Three more people were charged in an affordable housing scheme on Hawaiʻi Island; Former state Senate Ways and Means Chair Jill Tokuda has her sights set on the CD2 seat; The Makaha Learning Center works to provide young people with job opportunities

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50:55

The Conversation: State Rep. Patrick Branco vies for...

The Conversation ·

2022/07/26

State Rep. Patrick Branco tells us what he would bring to U.S. Congress; New passport services available at Ala Moana Satellite City Hall; Assessing coastal erosion after historic south shore swell

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50:48

The Conversation: Roundtable with DOE Superintendent...

The Conversation ·

2022/07/22

With the new school year just around the corner, we checked in with DOE Superintendent Keith Hayashi and BOE Chair Bruce Voss. They answered your questions about masking, mental health, and the teacher shortage.

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52:58

The Conversation: Navigating the current economic...

The Conversation ·

2022/07/21

UHERO economist examines inflation and economic shortages; "Parks for People" seeks to bring families back to ʻAʻala Park; Introducing Season 3 of Ari Daniel's environmental BirdNote podcast "Threatened"

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53:02

The Conversation: Maui County's new Department of...

The Conversation ·

2022/07/21

Rogerene Arce takes charge as the first director of agriculture on Maui; Hui Makaʻāinana o Makana creates community-based regulations at Hāʻena State Park; State to celebrate the first Sovereignty Restoration Day

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51:00

The Conversation: Assessing damage after historic...

The Conversation ·

2022/07/20

Big Island officials assess coastal damage after this weekend's surf surge; The Daughters of Hawaiʻi work to save Hulihe'e Palace from the south swell; DLNR improves Diamond Head hike by capping visitors and increasing entrance fees

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53:00

The Conversation: Military personnel gather in...

The Conversation ·

2022/07/19

Two sailors injured in war exercises at RIMPAC; After-school programs assuage learning loss from the pandemic; Finding sustainable solutions to wastewater management

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53:01

The Conversation: Break-in at Damien Memorial School;...

The Conversation ·

2022/07/15

Former FBI Agent and principal of Damien Memorial School on the aftermath of a burglary at the school; The significance of the Supreme Court's limits on the EPA; A local artist shares the story behind her new children's book

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53:00

The Conversation: Reflecting on the life of Japan PM...

The Conversation ·

2022/07/14

Pearl Harbor historian shares his memories of the former Japan Prime Minister Shinzo Abe; Geochemists prepare for the foremost international convention of the year; A local photographer uses art to start a conversation about climate change

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52:56

The Conversation: Ige vetoes bail reform, helicopter...

The Conversation ·

2022/07/14

HPR reporter Sabrina Bodon discusses two bills Gov. David Ige vetoed on Tuesday; Hawaiʻi FoundHer talks about the upcoming mentorship opportunity for women-owned businesses; State DLNR shares more on their effort to use mosquito birth control to save endangered birds; The U.S. Forest Service and USGS discuss the recovery of an ʻōhiʻa forest on the Big Island

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52:59

The Conversation: Boost in funding for Hawaiian Home...

The Conversation ·

2022/07/12

The Department of Hawaiian Home Lands receives $600 million in state funding; The new BA.5 variant takes hold in Hawaiʻi hospitals; HART CEO Lori Kahikina talks about the future of the Honolulu rail project

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53:03

The Conversation: Remembering Japan PM Shinzo Abe;...

The Conversation ·

2022/07/11

The legacy of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe; HART prepares for a rocky road for the Honolulu rail; Restaurants continue to face challenges due to the pandemic

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51:00

The Conversation: Revisiting the power of poetry

The Conversation ·

2022/07/08

Today, we're revisiting the work of local poets we love.

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53:00

The Conversation: The dangers of nuclear blackmail;...

The Conversation ·

2022/07/08

The threat of nuclear blackmail to the Pacific; Labor activists fighting for better working conditions at call centers in the Philippines; Recognizing a Hale Pili builder

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52:57

The Conversation: Kauaʻi utility set to expand; Film...

The Conversation ·

2022/07/07

Listener reaction from our show with Board of Water Supply Chief Engineer Ernie Lau; Midterm elections are top of mind on The Long View; Kauaʻi utility will expand its footprint; A new documentary spotlights noted surfer Gerry Lopez

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52:52

The Conversation: Board of Water Supply Chief...

The Conversation ·

2022/07/05

Last week, the Navy released an official report on the Red Hill fuel leak. It detailed the leadership and maintenance failures that resulted in two catastrophic fuel leaks throughout 2021. The Conversation sat down with Board of Water Supply Chief Engineer Ernie Lau to talk about the findings.

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47:56

The Conversation: Round table talk with new Honolulu...

The Conversation ·

2022/07/02

We welcome Honolulu Police Chief Arthur “Joe” Logan for an hour-long discussion. Join us for a candid discussion on healing public trust, permits to carry guns in public, the realities of being an officer, and other top-of-mind issues.

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50:39

The Conversation: Challenges arise for HTA funding;...

The Conversation ·

2022/06/30

Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority faces opposition to contract with Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement; Bringing back hula kiʻi; High schoolers showcase ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi in History Day competition

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52:39

The Conversation: Native Hawaiian perspective on...

The Conversation ·

2022/06/30

The significance of abortion in Native Hawaiian culture; Modernizing military infrastructure to facilitate clean energy; Jay Griffin steps down as chair of Public Utilities Commission

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