The Conversation
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.
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- Update frequency
- every day
- Average duration
- 51 minutes
- Episodes
- 310
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
The Conversation: Live from Kauaʻi; Mayor reacts to the election
The Conversation broadcasts live today from Līhuʻe; Mayor Derek Kawakami talks about what local election results mean for Kauaʻi; Hob Osterlund, founder of the Kauaʻi Albatross Network, shares concer…
00:53:47 |
Fri 15 Nov 2024
The Conversation: Historic sail of the SS Kaimiloa; Kalākaua's 150th Jubilee
Today on the show, historians share the stories about the voyage of the SS Kaimiloa from San Francisco to Tahiti 100 years ago and King David Kalākaua's last visit to San Diego
00:51:15 |
Thu 14 Nov 2024
The Conversation: Hawaiʻi economic action plan; Archeology on Kauaʻi
The Chamber of Commerce Hawaiʻi has released a new economic action plan; An upcoming webinar shares the rich archeological history of Kōloa
00:53:50 |
Wed 13 Nov 2024
The Conversation: Disparities in cancer care; Giant clam genetics
The head of the University of Hawaiʻi Cancer Center talks about how his own battles with cancer have shaped how he views health care; New research offers important clues into the genetics of giant cl…
00:52:05 |
Tue 12 Nov 2024
The Conversation: Lahaina wildfire settlement; McKinley art exhibit
What to know about the latest developments with the Lahaina wildfire settlement; Artist and McKinley graduate Imaikalani Kalahele discusses the role his alma mater played in shaping contemporary art …
00:53:50 |
Fri 08 Nov 2024
The Conversation: A panel discussion on how to manage stress as a parent
Today on The Conversation, our panel of guests discusses the high levels of stress reported among American parents. Have a question or comment to share? Call in to the live show from 11am-12pm on HPR…
00:53:08 |
Thu 07 Nov 2024
The Conversation: A panel discussion on what the election results mean for Hawaiʻi
Today on The Conversation, our panel of guests will be discussing what the election results mean for Hawaiʻi. You can share your comments by calling 808-941-3689 on O’ahu or 1-877-941-3689 on the nei…
01:00:00 |
Wed 06 Nov 2024
The Conversation: Election Day; Hawaiʻi sees growth in salon industry
Hawaiʻi Dems are canvassing in swing states; An attorney breaks down what this election means for immigration policy; Local hair care professionals look to capitalize on global growth of the salon in…
00:53:46 |
Tue 05 Nov 2024
The Conversation: A panel discussion on Hawaiʻi's health care worker shortage
What can be done to tackle Hawaiʻi's healthcare worker shortage? We discuss this topic with our panel of guests.
00:52:52 |
Mon 04 Nov 2024
The Conversation: World War II history hana hou
Today on the Conversation, we're re-airing a selection of interviews that focus on World War II.
00:52:56 |
Fri 01 Nov 2024
The Conversation: Invasive plant diseases; Hawaiʻi's haunted places
The Hawaiʻi Department of Agriculture is on the hunt for invasive plant diseases with a new survey; A master storyteller talks story about Hawaiʻi hauntings
00:53:48 |
Thu 31 Oct 2024
The Conversation: State Archives flood protections; Longest-serving city worker
State archivist Adam Jansen discusses safeguarding historic documents and artifacts from future floods; HPR speaks with the longest-serving city worker in Honolulu
00:53:48 |
Wed 30 Oct 2024
The Conversation: Flood resilience; Kauaʻi resident on 'The Voice'
Hawaiʻi State Comptroller Keith Regan discusses efforts to protect basement offices and critical services during floods; A Kauaʻi resident competes for her chance at stardom on "The Voice"
00:53:57 |
Tue 29 Oct 2024
The Conversation: Mānoa Valley flood 20th anniversary; Hawaiʻi Island mayoral candidates
University of Hawaiʻi's president remembers the aftermath of the flood that devastated the school in 2004; Hawaiʻi County mayoral candidate Kimo Alameda and current mayor Mitch Roth discuss the race;…
00:54:04 |
Mon 28 Oct 2024
The Conversation: Local surgeon provides aid in Gaza; DOH project removes lead from schools
A Honolulu surgeon describes his experience providing medical aid in Gaza; the Department of Health talks about making sure public school drinking water is lead-free; ʻAlalā conservation manager talk…
00:53:46 |
Sat 26 Oct 2024
The Conversation: Waikīkī hotel strike; Local lab works to grow mini-organs
A local union leader shares the view from the picket lines as the Hilton Hawaiian Village strike heads into its second month; Oceanit has received $4 million to continue its research on growing mini-…
00:52:01 |
Thu 24 Oct 2024
The Conversation: Dyslexia Awareness Month; Music as medicine
A UH volleyball coach talks about his journey with dyslexia; Two researchers explore whether the sounds of the shakuhachi, a Japanese bamboo flute, may have healing properties
00:51:20 |
Wed 23 Oct 2024
The Conversation: State security efforts; Voter engagement
Gov. Josh Green discusses security measures after a suspicious package of white powder was sent to state offices; Honolulu City Clerk Glen Takahashi shares plans to engage the next generation of vote…
00:53:52 |
Tue 22 Oct 2024
The Conversation: PFAS traces in Navy water samples; Climate at the Legislature
The EPA says the Navy's water system is out of compliance after two shut-down wells test positive for traces of forever chemicals; The Climate Advisory Team discusses priorities for the 2025 legislat…
00:51:31 |
Mon 21 Oct 2024
The Conversation: ʻOhana hana hou show
This episode of The Conversation focuses on our favorite family-oriented interviews. We'll take a virtual field trip to look native birds, hear from a mother-daughter chef duo, and more!
00:52:45 |
Fri 18 Oct 2024
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