Russell Subiono

Join Russell Subiono and Mehana Makaʻinaʻi for HPR’s new podcast, Feathers and Fire. They’ll take a closer look at every episode of the new Apple TV+ series, "Chief of War." Plus, special guests will share their behind-the-scenes stories. Listen to the pre-show episode on July 31 and then regular episodes release on Saturdays starting Aug. 2, wherever you get your podcasts.

Many know our islands as a melting pot of cultures — people have been making their way here for centuries. But I bet no transplant has made light of his move to our islands quite like Adam Palya. He's the creator of the light-hearted and humorous web series, "Haole Do It."

U.S. Army officer Patrick Naughton Jr. recently published his first book, "Born from War: A Soldier’s Quest to Understand Vietnam, Iraq, and the Generational Impact of Conflict." Naughton grew up in Hilo. His father grew up in Mānoa. But growing up in Hawaiʻi isn’t the only parallel the two share.

HPR is celebrating Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi, Hawaiian language month, with a concert series. Hi’ikua will bookend the series. The Conversation talked with band members Kamuela Kimokeo, Blake Leoiki-Haili and Kalehua Krug.

The song pays tribute to the victims of the 2023 Lahaina wildfires. The music video features sweeping shots of Maui vistas and behind-the-scenes video of local musicians recording the track. Among the featured artists are John Cruz and Willie Nelson’s son, Lukas.

The latest eruption at Kīlauea's summit has been paused since Saturday — but a new play explores how an impending volcanic eruption can strain family relationships and reveal a generational divide. The Conversation talked with retired attorney and veteran actor Allan Okubo, who plays Wally in the production "Southernmost."

It’s not uncommon for conservationists to wear more than one hat. But Nate Dube, the manager of the Oʻahu Invasive Species Committee, has an unusual side hustle. He’s also a professional wrestler. The Conversation talked with Dube about how he incorporates his day job into his night hobby and his next match.

Bryson Chun, who is from Windward Oʻahu, contributed to the screenplay of "Moana 2." The Conversation talked to Chun about his experience working on the film.

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