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Above the Sides

 Pono Shim and Molly Mamaril

Welcome to the Above the Sides podcast! Join us on our journey to uncover what it means to think, act, and live aloha. The inspiration for this podcast is the late Pono Shim, former President and CEO of the Oʻahu Economic Development Board. His stories capture the essence of what it means to live aloha. He made it known that aloha is a lifestyle. It is not a solution to problems, a marketing brand or to be used as an advantage over anyone else. Aloha is to be honored and practiced.

The name of this podcast is in reverence of Hawaiʻi's Queen Liliʻuokalani, who wrote: "To gain the kingdom of heaven is to hear what is not said, to see what cannot be seen, and to know the unknowable – that is Aloha. All things in this world are two; in heaven there is but One.” Through these episodes, we seek to find that singular perspective, the one that is "above the sides" as we strive for universal peace.

We welcome you to pause with us as we share the stories and voices of Hawai’i business leaders, educators and community members who have chosen to be lifelong students of aloha. Mahalo nui loa for listening.

Business Society & Culture Stories Religion & Spirituality Leadership Personal Development
Update frequency
every 21 days
Average duration
43 minutes
Episodes
50
Years Active
2021 - 2025
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Low Hanging Fruit

Low Hanging Fruit

Phrasing can be incredibly important. In this episode, Pono Shim and Molly Mamaril talk about the phrase, "low hanging fruit" and its implications on our potential. Pono also discusses how adopting Q…
00:05:05  |   Thu 27 May 2021
Fearlessness

Fearlessness

In this episode, Pono Shim discusses the the perception of fearlessness. In his own life, he shares how it is really fierceness that helps him take action to make change through aloha. By letting go …
00:07:55  |   Thu 20 May 2021
Entry Level

Entry Level

This episode is dedicated to all the students graduating in Spring 2021. Congratulations! We honor you and your efforts to better Hawaii and the world. This story is a favorite of many of Pono Shim's…
00:12:05  |   Sat 15 May 2021
Learning the Ropes

Learning the Ropes

Allison Saunders and Tyler Mejia share their insights from their experience serving as interns for the Oahu Economic Development Board.
00:31:42  |   Thu 13 May 2021
Entering a Community with Aloha

Entering a Community with Aloha

With endless requests from individuals and companies asking for advice about how to begin doing business in Hawaii, Pono Shim shares stories that emphasize the importance of intention, knowing your c…
00:33:35  |   Thu 06 May 2021
Passing the Mic #2

Passing the Mic #2

This episode is a short addendum to the previous episode. Enjoy!
00:01:41  |   Thu 22 Apr 2021
Passing the Mic

Passing the Mic

What does it mean to pass the mic? In this episode, Pono Shim and Molly Mamaril discuss the importance of being present and giving attention to all voices, but especially youth voices. Pono shares a …
00:20:29  |   Thu 15 Apr 2021
Resting in Uncertainty

Resting in Uncertainty

In this episode, we explore the idea of letting go of our expectations for certain outcomes; resting in the uncertainty of a situation can be a space of growth and understanding instead of anxiety. …
00:22:56  |   Thu 08 Apr 2021
Stories as Medicine

Stories as Medicine

Pono Shim shares about the powerful influence that stories have - that they themselves can serve as medicine. The right story for the right person can be very healing and could allow an individual t…
00:19:16  |   Thu 01 Apr 2021
Welcome to the

Welcome to the "Above the Sides" Podcast

The Oahu Economic Development Board offers a unique approach to regenerative economic development in Hawaii and emphasizes the importance of  relationships, not transactions, in business.  

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00:08:12  |   Thu 25 Mar 2021
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