HawaiiUP

A long weekend affords another chance to get in front of the mic. Lots of local news to cover, from Michelle Wie to surfing in schools. What percentage of people living in Hawaii do you think were born here? The number certainly surprised me. Two acoustic soloists are behind the music, one a student at my alma mater and the other an Aiea girl whose away for college. Jen joins us to follow-up on some movie talk from last year, now that we’ve finished all three of the “Trois Couleurs” films. The future of HawaiiUP is up to you — let me know what you’d like to hear! Thanks for listening, and have a great weekend.

• 00:00 Introduction
• 01:30 HawaiiUP Headlines
  Residents Born Here vs. Moved Here, Michelle Wie at the Sony Open, Surfing in School, Who Will Challenge Linda Lingle, Waimea Valley Update, Dark Days in Local Media, Gas Price Update
• 13:00 “Your Love” by Amanda Frazier
• 16:48 Pith of Pop: The Podcast Edition” with Jen
  Krzysztof Kieslowski’s “Three Colors” Trilogy
• 26:42 “Vegas Lights, Vacant Nights” from Hawaii Ticket to Fame by Emerson (Dexter Carolino)
• 31:58 Wrap-Up
  The Transmission (“Lost” Podcast), HawaiiVog (Video Podcast), HawaiiThreads.com (Message Board)

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http://libsyn.com/media/hawaii/hawaiiup20060114.mp3

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The thick smoke and a winter cold play havoc with my voice, but the show must go on! The first show of 2006 once again brings local news, views, and music. Jen tells us about every concert she’s ever been to (don’t worry, it’s not a long list), and my featured artists range from a sensual rock-and-roller in Kailua to a pop rock band in Canada that adds a Hawaiian twist. As a special treat, listen as the latter band brushes up on its Hawaiian pronunciation. I close with talk of the future of HawaiiUP, and with thanks and warm wishes in the new year.

• 00:00 Introduction
• 02:50 HawaiiUP Headlines
  New Year’s Smoke, “Lost” Star Troubles, Tax Relief, Minimum Wage, iPod Meat Swap
• 18:45 “Without You” from She by Kika
• 23:30 Pith of Pop: The Podcast Edition” with Jen
  AC/DC and King’s X, The Big Mele, Tony Bennett, Motley Crue
• 35:50 “Bossaloha Research Session” (Excerpt)
• 37:55 “Bossaloha” from Waiting for Luck to Come by Wilfred N and the Grown Men
• 42:37 Wrap-Up

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http://libsyn.com/media/hawaii/hawaiiup20060101.mp3

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A special treat for the holidays, an all-music edition of HawaiiUP. Enjoy over 45 minutes of beautiful slack key tunes celebrating the spirit of Hawaii. If your Christmas is a little crazy, a little crazy, here’s hoping this ki ho`alu showcase soothes your soul and warms your heart. (And yes, these aren’t all strictly “slack key,” but they’re still all worth a listen.) Be sure to learn more about all the featured artists below, and if you’re still looking for that perfect Christmas gift, a CD makes a great stocking stuffer. Mele Kalikimaka, everyone, and mahalo a nui loa, thanks so much, for making HawaiiUP part of your day.

• “Wai Ulu” from Keaweulani by John Keawe
• “Keli’i Slack Key” from Pali by Pali
• “Ke Anuenue” by Kimo Watanabe
• “New Seasons” from When Home is Far Away by Darin Leong
• “Diamond Head Lullabye” from The `Ukulele Experiment by Kaimoku
• “Last Days of Summer” by Akamai Brain Collective
• “Miles from Home” from Keaweulani by John Keawe
• “Love” from Pali by Pali
• “Pukalani” by Kimo Watanabe
• “Arrival” from “When Home is Far Away” by Darin Leong
• “Waikiki Moon” from The `Ukulele Experiment by Kaimoku
• “Bananas & Rice” by Akamai Brain Collective

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http://libsyn.com/media/hawaii/hawaiiup20051217.mp3

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This week we cover the latest Grammy nominees, Don Ho’s heart, orangutan love and peacocks in the park. For music, two songs from a featured artist via the Hawaii Association of Podcasters. And Jen joins me once again for some movie talk.

In this show:

• 01:25 HawaiiUP Menu
• 01:50 HawaiiUP Headlines
• 13:35 “Sanoe/Only You/Wailana/Iosepa” from Live from Bob’s Ohana by Uncle Henry “Kalana” Kamae
• 18:58 Pith of Pop: The Podcast Edition
  Chicken Little, Blue, The Aviator
• 28:35 “Hale Ani Ani” from Live from Bob’s Ohana by Uncle Henry “Kalana” Kamae

To order Uncle Henry’s CD, call Uncle Henry or Aunty Liz at 562-423-1325 or 562-841-3664. Tell them you heard Uncle Henry in a podcast! Also, check out this great interview with Uncle Henry at Piko’s HawaiianConcertGuide.com. Special thanks to Akamai Brain Collective for providing our theme song. To download this episode, click the “Pod” icon below or cut-and-paste the following URL:

http://libsyn.com/media/hawaii/hawaiiup20051210.mp3

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A sizable serving of local news in this week’s show, from sloshed survivors to political potshots. Enjoy two very different songs, one a catchy hip-hop number and the other a `ukulele tribute to the heart of Waikiki. Jen jumps in with a double feature: movies she could do without and revisiting “try see” TV.

In this show:

• 00:45 HawaiiUP Menu
• 01:11 HawaiiUP Headlines
• 21:08 “Where Did You Go” from Jroq vs. Dr. Trey by Doctor Trey
• 25:36 Pith of Pop: The Podcast Edition
  Bottom Five Movies
• 39:44 “Kalakaua Avenue” from The `Ukulele Experiment by Kaimoku Kahuku

Special thanks to Akamai Brain Collective for providing our theme song. To download this episode, click the “Pod” icon below or cut-and-paste the following URL:

http://libsyn.com/media/hawaii/hawaiiup20051204.mp3

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After a two week hiatus, I’m back, stuffed with turkey and still daydreaming about Hilo. Matters of free speech, expression, and advertising permeate the news, served with a dash of stats. Jen and I share our favorite Big Island spots, and two great songs are on the menu: slick tropical pop and sweet, solo acoustic guitar.

In this show:

• 01:53 HawaiiUP Menu
• 02:20 HawaiiUP Headlines
• 16:40 “Hawaiian Rain” from Coconut Joe by Coconut Joe
• 21:56 Pith of Pop: The Podcast Edition
  Top Five Big Island Spots
• 34:50 “Those Were the Times” from In My Bedroom by Kristen Nakasone

Special thanks to Akamai Brain Collective for providing our theme song. To download this episode, click the “Pod” icon below or cut-and-paste the following URL:

http://libsyn.com/media/hawaii/hawaiiup20051127.mp3

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It’s my birthday, but show number thirty-one is my present to you. Jen’s back, with a big dose of TV talk (and it’s not that show), and two songs are on tap to get you in the island groove. In the news, shenanigans in local politics, bird flu precautions at the airport, the meaning of the word “Hawaiian,” and weird habits of tourists.

In this show:

• 01:00 HawaiiUP Menu
• 01:35 HawaiiUP Headlines
• 16:20 “Maika`i no Waimanalo” from The New Voyage by Island Riddim
• 21:42 Pith of Pop: The Podcast Edition
  Top Five Television Shows (That Aren’t “Lost”)
• 37:15 “Count On My Love” from Jordan by Jordan Segundo
• 40:55 Sign-Off & Recommended Podcasts
  HawaiiDiner.com, 808Talk.com

Special thanks to Akamai Brain Collective for providing our theme song. To download this episode, click the “Pod” icon below or cut-and-paste the following URL:

http://libsyn.com/media/hawaii/hawaiiup20051106.mp3

  29:26/17MB MP3 — 

Show number thirty comes in a bit late, and lacking the sweet sound of Jen’s voice. Still, I soldier on, sharing some great rock music and giving away prizes. Hear what HawaiiUP listeners like to eat, and what the “Lost” cast prefer as well. In the news: Maui man accused of espionage, car crashes baggage claim, Lingle backs bill on leaving kids in cars, Abercrombie mulls run for governor, and another gas price update.

In this show:

• 01:00 HawaiiUP Menu
• 01:25 HawaiiUP Headlines
• 11:36 “My Passion’s Gone” from The Antidote by The Crud
• 16:28 HawaiiUP Listeners’ Favorite Foods
• 23:53 HawaiiUP T-Shirt Giveaway
• 24:48 “Lost” Cast & Crew Favorite Foods
• 27:45 HawaiiUP in November

Special thanks to Akamai Brain Collective for providing our theme song. To download this episode, click the “Pod” icon below or cut-and-paste the following URL:

http://libsyn.com/media/hawaii/hawaiiup20051030.mp3

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Show number twenty-nine starts off soggy but brightens up soon enough. In the news, another car-and-kid theft, school funding, the “Lost” robber, Michelle Wie, and $3-a-gallon gas. Two music selections this week, one slack-key and one something completely different. The wife tackles New York movies. Finally, another HawaiiUP podcast giveaway.

In this show:

• 01:35 HawaiiUP Headlines
• 13:45 “Ka`a Slack” from Far From Home by Darin Leong
• 17:45 The Pith of Pop: The Podcast Edition
  Top Five New York Flicks
• 27:30 “Rosalinda” by Suspicious Minds
• 31:17 HawaiiUP T-Shirt Giveaway

Special thanks to Akamai Brain Collective for providing our theme song. To download this episode, click the “Pod” icon below or cut-and-paste the following URL:

http://libsyn.com/media/hawaii/hawaiiup20051022.mp3

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Show number twenty eight covers Michelle Wie’s pro golf debut, a $632 million state surplus, interisland airfare wars, “Lost” star troubles, and the Underpants Run. Local girl Misty Pang sounds a dark note, and Jen reviews three very different movies. Finally, Gail joins me again for lunch at a Chinatown restaurant.

In this show:

• 00:50 HawaiiUP Menu
• 01:20 HawaiiUP Headlines
  Michelle Wie, State Surplus, Interisland Airfares, Josh Holloway Robbed, Underpants Run
• 10:00 “Song of Self Pity” from The Emptiness Remains by Misty Pang
• 15:25 The Pith of Pop: The Podcast Edition
  Waco: The Rules of Engagement, The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy, Wallace & Grommit
• 25:30 Gail of HawaiiDiner.com: Grand Cafe & Bakery

Special thanks to Akamai Brain Collective for providing our theme song. To download this episode, click the “Pod” icon below to get it from the Internet Archive, or cut-and-paste the following URL to grab the local file:

http://www.hawaiiup.com/wp-content/hawaiiup20051016.mp3

  35:44/21MB MP3 —