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Hapa Happy Hour - Podcast

Hapa Happy Hour

a personal conversation between three hapas that investigates and celebrates the mixed race experience

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Update frequency
every 56 days
Average duration
22 minutes
Episodes
37
Years Active
2008 - 2020
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American Hapa from Guatemala (episode 17)

American Hapa from Guatemala (episode 17)

...And we're back again! After taking another break, Hapa Happy Hour returns with our latest from the parent interview series! Recorded over the winter holidays, Lisa's father reflects on family, e…
00:28:36  |   Tue 30 Jun 2009
Lessons from Land Far Away, Part III (episode 16)

Lessons from Land Far Away, Part III (episode 16)

Our dear Renaʻs mom shares her story and life lessons and laughter...
00:07:34  |   Fri 19 Jun 2009
Lessons from Lands Far Away, Part II (episode 15)

Lessons from Lands Far Away, Part II (episode 15)

In the second half of Maria's interview, she not only recounts how she met Rena's dad, but also shares her philosophy about being an American and the strength of having "a hundred worldviews."  A mus…
00:22:43  |   Wed 29 Apr 2009
Lessons from Lands Far Away, Part I (episode 14)

Lessons from Lands Far Away, Part I (episode 14)

...And we're back!  After taking a little spring break, the ladies of Hapa Happy Hour are back with their latest from the parent interview series!  Recorded on New Year's Day, Rena's mom reflects on …
00:20:46  |   Mon 06 Apr 2009
Power of WORD: Friends Interview, Part II (episode 13)

Power of WORD: Friends Interview, Part II (episode 13)

Our brilliant friends continue the conversation on being a multi-ethnic person. And we are looking for your submissions! Help us discover a new word to create new language in order to "name ourselv…
00:24:52  |   Mon 16 Feb 2009
Embracing Our Mixedness: Friends Interview Part I (episode 12)

Embracing Our Mixedness: Friends Interview Part I (episode 12)

Happy New Year!  The ladies kick off 2009 and welcome friends, Michelle and Karen, to the podcast.  Together, they explore their journeys as fellow Hapas, giggle as only girlfriends can, and share so…
00:24:47  |   Thu 22 Jan 2009
American Hope (episode 11)

American Hope (episode 11)

In this episode the women of Hapa Happy Hour discuss the 2008 presidential election, and President-Elect Barack Obama. Please send any comments or questions to [email protected]. Thanks for l…
00:23:02  |   Thu 18 Dec 2008
Global Citizen, Heart of Gold, Part II (episode 10)

Global Citizen, Heart of Gold, Part II (episode 10)

The second part of our interview with Hiwa's mom.  Donna discusses her ongoing love affair with Hawaii and asks the ladies personal questions about growing up.  Questions or comments about this episo…
00:20:21  |   Mon 01 Dec 2008
Global Citizen, Heart of Gold, Part I (episode 9)

Global Citizen, Heart of Gold, Part I (episode 9)

We proudly present Hiwa's mom, Donna, who shares her travels of the world and her journeys of the heart. This is part one in a two-part episode. Please share your thoughts with us at hapahappyhour@…
00:17:38  |   Sat 15 Nov 2008
In the Eyes of Beholders (episode 8)

In the Eyes of Beholders (episode 8)

Continuing the conversation about going home, from episode 6, the ladies talk about what itʻs like to be seen in various parts of the world. And where they feel the most at home. Are you Hapa, too?…
00:21:40  |   Sun 28 Sep 2008
Hiwaʻs Dad Talks Story (episode 7)

Hiwaʻs Dad Talks Story (episode 7)

Hiwa interviews her father, Terry, in the Honolulu airport. He is hapa himself, of Hawaiian and Chinese ancestry. Thanks for joining us and as always we welcome your comments and any questions... h…
00:13:28  |   Sun 28 Sep 2008
Going Home (episode 6)

Going Home (episode 6)

6 - Reflecting on our travels this past year and sharing the cuisines that make Alaska, Hawaii, and Guatemala so unique. Please email comments to [email protected]. Thanks! (Recorded in June 2…
00:13:45  |   Wed 17 Sep 2008
Meet Rena's Dad (episode 5)

Meet Rena's Dad (episode 5)

5 - We're interviewing our parents! Meet our first guest, Rena's dad, Jim, from Chamberlain, South Dakota. Find out how this Midwestern farmer fell in love with a teacher from the Philippines. This w…
00:24:31  |   Wed 17 Sep 2008
Loving Day (episode 4)

Loving Day (episode 4)

4 - Celebrate Loving Day, the day the US Supreme court decided that mixed race marriage was (finally) legal in the United States! We talk about Loving vs Virginia and are grateful that our parents w…
00:20:42  |   Thu 12 Jun 2008
Nurture vs Nation: We Are What We Eat (episode 3)

Nurture vs Nation: We Are What We Eat (episode 3)

3 - Exploring the connection between how we were raised culturally and how we view ourselves. Someone can look Chinese but not know how to use chopsticks; breaking down stereotypical ideas. Please …
00:20:39  |   Tue 10 Jun 2008
Where We Came From (episode 2)

Where We Came From (episode 2)

2 - Further exploration into the backgrounds of Lisa, Hiwa and Rena. From Alaska to Hawaiʻi to Guatemala and beyond the women have experienced many places. Please send comments to HapaHappyHour@gma…
00:20:01  |   Thu 05 Jun 2008
Who We Are (episode 1)

Who We Are (episode 1)

1 - Welcome to Hapa Happy Hour where Lisa, Hiwa and Rena, who met doing "Three Sisters", explore their multi racial experiences from three different backgrounds. Please email comments to HapaHappyHo…
00:19:30  |   Sun 01 Jun 2008
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