Honolulu HeARTbeat: Showcasing the Arts and Cultu

On Episode 14 we are joined by Jonathan Parrish of the Hawaii Symphony Orchestra. Among other things we talk about: the resurrection of the symphony in Hawai'i, the amazing 2015 and 2016 season, and the challenges of running a professional symphony in a geographically diverse Hawai'i. Original airdate: Monday, November 16, 2015.

On Episode 20 we are joined by Spiritual Life Coach and Author Sarah Chamberlain, aka Sara Starfire. We talk about her new book Star Seed Intro: Manual and Handbook, Star seeds and spiritual life coaching. Our apologies, our recorder had a technical malfunction halfway through so we lost about 20 minutes of our show. Original airdate: Monday, December 28, 2015

On Episode 21 we're joined by Dr. Ron Williams of the Hawaiian Historical Society. We talk about the mission of the Society and their plans for 2016. We also discuss their recently released 2015 edition of their annual journal of Hawaiian History. Finally we discuss the annual memberships that the society offers for people. Originally aired on Monday, December 28, 2015

On Episode 19 we're joined by the stars of Action Zone Wrestling, Ahuna, Jafar the Butcher and Makena Cruz talking about their Battleclash XI show. We talk about the show card, the stars of AZW and Hawai'i's wrestling tradition.

On Episode 18 we are joined by actor Eddie Murray of TAG The Actors Group promoting their big show "August Wilson In The City of Bones" which the TAG Actors wrote themselves as a tribute to August Wilson in celebration of their completing the production of the prolific 10 play Pittsburgh Cycle of plays. We have a fascinating talk about the colored experience in America and how Wilson's works tell that story and how the story translates across cultures to other folks of color including the Hawaiian experience and immigrant experience. "In The City Of Bones" will be produced Friday - Sunday, December 4 - 6, 2015. Original airdate: Monday, November 30, 2015

Just in time for December 7, on Episode 18 we catch up with Stacey Hayashi creator of the 442 Regiment and 100 Infantry inspired comic book "Journey of Heroes" and films "The Surrender Call" and the documentary "The Herbert Yanamura Story." Released in 2012 we talk about her comic book and how it's spun off over the years into her film and documentary. We talk about the legacy of the 442 and 100th Infantry and how their story has inspired her works and continues to do so. Original airdate: Monday, November 30, 2015

On this special podcast only edition, Episode 16 of Honolulu HeARTbeat we welcome back comedienne impressario Erika Swartzkopf to talk about the next Female Comics of Hawai'i show happening on Saturday, December 5, 2015 at Nextdoor. Also joining us is show headliner Aimee-Jane Baxa. We talk about the show, Hawai'i's comedy scene and what's next for Erika, Aimee and the Female Comics. Recording date: Friday, November 27, 2015

On Episode 15 we are joined by Ross Mukai of Oahu Makerspace talking about all the services Oahu Makerspace provides for DIY metal working, wood working, computer graphics, etc. We talk briefly about great DIY Christmas gift ideas. Original airdate: Monday, November 23, 2015

On Episode 13 Comedian Anthony Silano joins us to talk his big CD recording show happening on Friday, October 23, 2015 at 'O Toole's Irish Bar along with Patrick Tyrell. We talk Hawai'i's thriving open mic comedy scene, his style of comedy and Tyrell's style of comedy. We close with a discussion on the feasibility of a comedian's union or association. Original recording date: Monday, October 19, 2015

On Episode 12 of Honolulu HeARTbeat we welcome Taylour Chang and Abbie Algar, Theater Manager and Film Curator respectively, of the Honolulu Museum of Art's Doris Duke Theater. We talk about Doris Duke Theater's October 2015 events and plans for 2016. From there we talk extensively about their arts education program and the movement in education to go from STEM to STEAM education. Finally we discuss how Doris Duke Theater could potentially be an arts incubator and hub for aspiring film makers. Original Airdate: Monday, October 5, 2015

On Episode 11 we welcome Lopaka Kapanui of Mysteries of Hawaii. We talk about Mysteries of Hawai'i's upcoming ghost tours, talks and events for the month of October leading up to Halloween. We also teach about Lopaka's previous and upcoming books. We spend some time talking about Hawaiian spirituality and the leaping stone near Ka'ena Point where Hawaiians believed they could get to the next world. Finally we talk about Filipino ghosts in honor of our host station Pinoy Power Radio

On Episode 10 we welcome keyboard artist and composer John Tussey who for the past five years has released several albums featuring original compositions tuned to the frequencies of the Periodic Table of Elements. His works have induced new forms of healing and rejuvenation in listeners. Original Airdate: Monday, September 28, 2015

Episode 9: Journalist, songwriter, author and playwright Gary Kubota joins us to talk about his touring play "Legend of Ko'olau" and other creative works. Original Airdate: Monday, September 28, 2015

On Episode 8 we are joined by Donna Blanchard, Managing Director of Kumu Kahua Theatre, to talk about Kumu's 2015 - 2016 season of shows, upcoming workshops and all things artsy in Honolulu. Original Airdate: Monday, September 14, 2015

On Episode 7 we are joined by John Rieder and Aiko Yamashiro from the University of Hawai'i at Manoa's English Department to talk about the "Creating Futures Rooted in Wonder" Symposium happening Wednesday, September 16, 2015 to Saturday, September 19, 2015. The symposium will screen a variety of indigenous films and host workshops on creative writing and community building around indigenous communities. Original airdate: Monday, September 14, 2015

On Episode 6 of Honolulu HeARTbeat comedienne impressario Erika Swartkopf of the Female Comics of Hawai'i joins us to talk about the 1st Annual Wahine Comedy Festival, Hawai'i's and Hawai'i's emerging comedy scene. Original Airdate: Wednesday, September 2, 2015.

On Episode 5 we're joined by comic book creator Sam Campos and colorist Napua Ahina of Pineapple Man, Hawai'i's very first comic book super hero. We learn about Pineapple Man's rich 20 year history and future plans and directions. We also discuss the Hawai'i Comic Book Alliance.

On Episode 4 of Honolulu HeARTbeat Christopher Caravalho of Mana Comics joins us in the studio to talk about Aumakua Guardians of Hawai'i. He shares with us his purpose in creating Aumakua Guardians of Hawai'i, his comic book inspirations and both the creative and logistical processes that goes into being an independent comic book creator. We wrap up talking about what's next for Mana Comics and Aumakua Guardians of Hawai'i.

Multi-talented entertainer musician, comedian, actor, podcaster Fernando Pacheco joins us to talk about his new variety show Almost Local, his new podcast The Flannel Panel and his band PIMPBOT as well as his Facebook gardening group. Original broadcast date: Monday, August 17, 2015

We're joined by Director R. Kevin Doyle and Actress Sharon Garcia Doyle of the Hawai'i Shakespeare Festival's production of Othello. R. shares a brief synopsis of the play for the uninitiated and shares some of what goes into directing a play. Sharon shares her experiences as an actress and the grueling schedule she and her castmates have gone through to prepare for the play. Othello opens, Friday, August 14, 2015 and runs through August, 23, 2015. Original broadcast date: Monday, August 10, 2015