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Aloha,

On August 8, 2023, a wildfire ravaged Lāhainā on the island of Maui destroying an estimated 85% of the beachfront town, altering Hawaii’s history forever.  My father’s side of the family has lived in Lāhainā for over a century, with the small town serving as a second home to my sister and I growing up, so of course we were beyond heartbroken.  Long before this tragedy, in the fall of 2022, a writer from Honolulu Magazine (www.honolulumagazine.com) reached out asking if I’d like to submit a story for an article they were doing for Halloween.  That story turned into this episode with additional information not covered in the magazine piece. (https://www.honolulumagazine.com/locals-share-firsthand-spine-chilling-ghost-stories-just-in-time-for-halloween/)

This incident was something an ex-girlfriend and I experienced while visiting my grandparent’s home on famed Front Street and was intended to be a Patreon exclusive episode.  However, after news of the fire, I went back and updated the ending to include how the fire has impacted my family personally and to add a short disclaimer.  After zero contact for over 24hrs, we finally learned my grandma and other family members were confirmed to be safe after being forced to evacuate twice.  Tragically this was not the case for many other residents.  Whatever you may hear on the news I can assure you it is much, much worse.  It is still too early to know the total destruction or even an accurate number of missing or deceased and will take years to fully understand the outcome of these fires with the clean-up and rebuilding of historic Lāhainā taking even longer.   I decided to release the episode to all listeners to include resources on how to help the Island’s residents.

Maui needs more assistance than ever, please check the show notes for additional ways to help.  Mahalo.


Resources:
Monetary Donations:
Maui Strong (https://www.hawaiicommunityfoundation.org/strengthening/maui-strong-fund)
Kākoʻo Maui Fund (https://www.memberplanet.com/campaign/cnhamembers/kakoomaui)
Aloha United Way - Maui Relief Fund (https://ignite.stratuslive.com/auw/get-involved/donate/mauirelief)
Lāhui Foundation (https://www.lahuifoundation.org/)
Help Maui Rise:  Directly Aid Ohana Displaced by Fire (https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1lExatubPl6zvsDcy4qUd3Sv1PvvKrzMhUyOzaKuId0o/htmlview)
Verified Memorial Fundraisers through GoFundMe (https://www.gofundme.com/c/act/wildfire-relief/maui)
Hawaii Food Bank - Maui Relief Efforts (https://hawaiifoodbank.org/Maui-Relief)
Water Stations for Lahaina Emergency Shelters (https://www.gofundme.com/f/water-stations-for-lahaina-emergency-shelter)

Resources for those directly impacted by the fires:
Housing for Displaced Maui Ohana (https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1jHxUYu1AQeWw8pz6m9eAv81QMAtpW1EAAXL7vozOkEY/htmlview?fbclid=PAAaZdXWson5kfIDd4YfBuB0Mf7cYsOUrbimeGYOSkq03ODAa0jRML4thJ_KU_aem_AQI-vhUFXYyWLORsapaYsZRcEE2IK0ytCJamwGxUZaOycfuBjZTaPeDLYtV4YD-LjLo)
Maui Nui Strong (https://www.mauinuistrong.info/)
Maui County Information - evacuation shelters, family assistance, and more (https://www.mauicounty.gov/)
If you are searching for missing loved ones, call the American Red Cross at 1-800-733-2767, select option 4 and follow the voice prompts for Hawaii Wildfires.


For a additional resources please check out KITV4’s article here:  https://www.kitv.com/news/lahaina/how-to-help-those-impacted-by-the-maui-fires/article_13f68cc6-3712-11ee-8291-ff1f69566ac1.html#:~:text=RESOURCES%20IF%20YOU%20NEED%20HELP,Fill%20out%20the%20form%20here.&text=If%20you%20are%20searching%20for,voice%20prompts%20for%20Hawaii%20Wildfires


P.S. 
I’ve been overwhelmed with the immense amount of listeners who’ve reached out asking how to help or if my family has a GoFundMe to support.  At the moment, my family is OK financially and do not want to take away from others who may require that same support, but want to thank everyone for their k

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Trigger Warning:  This episode briefly mentions several situations of self-harm.  Listener discretion is advised.

Aloha!  Thank you for joining me in the last episode of Season 2 of the Ghostlore of Hawaii:  Paranormal Paradise podcast!  I cannot believe we’re already wrapping up Season 2!  I appreciate your patience over these last couple of weeks.  My computer decided to ”kick-the-bucket” (RIP old friend) before I could complete the intended episode finale.  After much debate (and understanding by the awesome Patreon Members), I decided to release this story, which was an exclusive episode for Patrons (www.patreon.com/ghostloreofhawaii), to wrap up the season so you listeners wouldn’t be left hanging.  The podcast will now go on a short break until Season 3, but don’t worry, it won’t be long before we’re all huddled around the bonfire once again!

If you fear the thought of Ghostlore of Hawaii withdrawals (lol) you want more content, I will continue to release bonus and mini-episodes all throughout the break.  To find out more or to become a member, head over to:  www.patreon.com/ghostloreofhawaii

So enough of the business talk....

Versions of this tale have circulated for years.  One popular depiction was told in author Glen Grant’s TV special ’Chick’n Skin:  Tales of Supernatural Hawaii’ that came out in the mid-90’s.  Ever since seeing that interpretation as a child, the images of the story have stuck with me to this day.  As the victim in my version discovers, ”new beginnings” can always be haunted by tragic pasts...


Want to become a Patron?  Click the link below and gain access to early release episodes, additional bonus, full-length and mini-episodes, shoutouts, and a lot more! Head to:  www.patreon.com/ghostloreofhawaii 

Here’s a shoutout to the newest Pele Tier Patrons:
Shianne

Kim Mendoza

I’m still waiting to hear back from a bunch of other Patrons on what names you’d like listed in the shoutouts so check your Patreon Messages and/or emails!  Thank you to Patrons of all tiers!  Without your contribution, I would not be able to do this!  I appreciate you all!

If you enjoy Ghostlore of Hawaii:  Paranormal Paradise, please leave a rating and review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.  It’s a free way to support the podcast and really helps new listeners discover the show.
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Do you have a paranormal story or topic you’d like turned into an episode?  Have some advice or feedback?  Just want to say ”Hi”?  You can email me at ghostlore.of.hawaii@gmail.com


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Some names and locations may be altered for privacy sake.

Show Notes:
Glen Grant
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Glen_Grant_(historian)

Axis Deer
https://www.civilbeat.org/2021/01/molokais-fabled-axis-deer-are-starving-to-death-in-droves/

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Aloha!  Thank you for joining me on the Ghostlore of Hawaii:  Paranormal Paradise Podcast!  I am your host as always, Jared! 
Tonight we’ll be venturing off course a bit from our normal ghost stories; but don’t worry, the topic still very paranormal.  This episode covers the UFO/UAP sightings that have been witnessed in Hawaii since back in the 1970’s that still continue to this day.  In 2020, several videos of unidentified objects flying over the Islands made national headlines, with more and more sightings happening every year.  I’ll cover many of these popular incidents as well as a couple of firsthand experiences witnessed by people I know.  
So sit back, put on your tinfoil hats, and let’s get into this.....

The Ghostlore of Hawaii Patreon is now live!  We only have one more episode left in Season 2 before the show goes on a short break, but don’t worry!  Patrons of all tiers will continue to get Ghostlore of Hawaii content like bonus, full-length and mini-episodes during the break between seasons!  Check out the link below for more information or to become a Patron!
www.patreon.com/ghostloreofhawaii
 
One benefit of becoming a Kanaka Tier Patron is naming a character in a future story.  The character Jessi was named by AndyMac, and Dr. Grey was named by Afton Stowers.  

Shoutout all the Patrons that make this show possible!  Thank you so much for your contribution!  I’m still waiting to hear back from a bunch of other Patrons on what names you’d like listed in the shoutouts so check your Patreon Messages and/or emails! 

If you enjoy Ghostlore of Hawaii:  Paranormal Paradise, please leave a rating and review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.  It really helps new listeners find the show and makes a huge impact for independently produced podcasts like this one.
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Merchandise is available!  Every purchase goes straight into creating more content for the podcast.
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Do you have a paranormal story or topic you’d like to hear on the podcast?  Have some advice or feedback?  Just want to say ”Hi”?  You can email me at ghostlore.of.hawaii@gmail.com

Follow me on RePod! https://joinrepod.com/ghostloreofhawaii
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Download for free on Apple iOS, Google Play Store, or your desktop by using the link:  https://joinrepod.com/ghostloreofhawaii

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*Although all information discussed in this episode was thoroghly researched and intended to be factual, I cannot guarantee it will be.  Please look into any information you find interesting on your own, just to be sure. 
Some names and locations may be altered for privacy sake.

Show notes:
Possible UFO/UAP/Mysterious Lights filmed over Kona, Hawaii on NYE 2020:
https://youtube.com/shorts/Cg6vWiDWbVE?feature=share

AATIP (Advanced Aerospace Threat Identification Program) 
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Advanced_Aerospace_Threat_Identification_Program

Dan Inouye and AATIP
https://www.civilbeat.org/2021/06/how-hawaii-sen-dan-inouye-helped-set-the-stage-for-ufo-research/

NY Times:  No Longer in Shadows, Pentagon’s UFO Unit Will Make Some Findings Public
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/07/23/us/politics/pentagon-ufo-harry-reid-navy.html

Hawaii News Now article:  ’

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Aloha!  Welcome back to the Ghostlore of Hawaii Podcast!  I am your host as always, Jared!
Tonight’s episode has been one of the most requested topics since I started the podcast; the Hauntings at the old Hilo Memorial Hospital.  For decades locals in the Hilo area have talked of one tragic event that ignited the stories that surround the abandoned building.  Sounds of crying babies, footsteps, disembodied laughter and more have all been witnessed onsite.  But did the tragedy really happen, or was it all just a rumor?  Along with discussing the history of the hospital, I’ll cover the strange encounters that happened during a paranormal investigation conducted by the Kahuna Research Group back in 2013.  Lastly, you’ll hear several firsthand stories from locals as well as from staff who still worked in the building long after the hospital closed.  Stay tuned..
 

The Ghostlore of Hawaii Patreon is now live!
Click the link below to become a Patron and gain access to early release episodes, additional bonus, full-length and mini-episodes, shoutouts, and a lot more!
Head to:  www.patreon.com/ghostloreofhawaii

One of the many benefits of being a Kanaka Tier Patron is getting to name a character in a future story!  This episode includes characters named by Kanaka Tier Patrons Anley, who named Leona the Medium, and Joni who named Ruby.  

Thank you so much to the newest Kanaka Tier Patrons, Roberto Soriano (on behalf of your wife Dee), and Koichi Santiago Wada (on behalf of your mom)!  Thank you so much for your contribution!

I also want to shout out the newest Pele Tier Patron Kasmira!

I’m still waiting to hear back from a bunch of other Patrons on what names you’d like listed in the shoutouts so check your Patreon Messages and/or emails!  Thank you to all Patrons at all Tiers as well!  Without your contribution, I would not be able to do this!  I appreciate you all!

If you enjoy Ghostlore of Hawaii:  Paranormal Paradise, please leave a rating and review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.  It really helps new listeners find the show and makes a huge impact for independently produced podcasts like this one.
Rate on Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/show/01N7z0FpM4q9GM2mMWSQOc?si=bc00c747a1aa4fda
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Merchandise is available!  Every purchase goes straight into creating more content for the podcast.
https://ghostlore-of-HI.redbubble.com/

Do you have a paranormal story or topic you’d like to hear on the podcast?  Have some advice or feedback?  Just want to say ”Hi”?  You can email me at ghostlore.of.hawaii@gmail.com

Follow me on RePod! https://joinrepod.com/ghostloreofhawai
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Download for free on Apple iOS, Google Play Store, or your desktop by using the link:  https://joinrepod.com/ghostloreofhawaii

Share your favorite episode with your friends!  If they don’t have any of the listening apps they can still listen for free!  No downloading required!
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*Some names and locations may be altered for privacy sake.

 
Show notes:
Kahuna Research Group’s Investigation:
https://www.kahunaresearchgroup.org/case-log/krg-investigates-hilo-memorial-crying-babies

More about that visit:
https://bigislandpulse.com/lifestyle/trick-or-treat-special-old-hilo-hospital-babies-cry/

An artical on the Hospital’s history:
https://keolamagazine.com/then-now/the-old-hilo-hospital/

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Aloha!  Welcome back to the Ghostlore of Hawaii Podcast!

Tonight we venture away from The Islands for a bit; but don’t worry, this story is still connected to Hawaii....through me!
That’s right, in this episode I’ll be discussing a very interesting time in my life; when I moved into my very first apartment....that just so happened to be haunted.  During my sophomore year in college, strange occurrences began happening shortly after moving into this specific apartment unit.  Throughout that one year period, myself and several other people witnessed weird events that happened in that building.  This was around the time sections of the story ’The Haunting at the UH Mānoa pt 3’ was based on, so was in touch with an acquaintance who was sensitive to the paranormal.  I reached out hoping she could shed some light on the source of the occurrences.  The information she gave my roommate and I did little to ease our concerns.... 

So sit back next to the fire, pop open a green bottle (or two), spark up your paranormal pakalolo (or not), and let’s get into this.....


The Ghostlore of Hawaii Patreon is now live!  
Click the link below to become a Patron and gain access to early release episodes, additional bonus, full-length and mini-episodes, shoutouts, and a lot more!
Head to:  www.patreon.com/ghostloreofhawaii

This episode includes characters named by Kanaka Tier Patrons Kit Friday (who named the character Lu after one of her friends), and Cynthia Kleppang (who named the character Wally).  One of the many benefits of being a Kanaka Tier Patron is getting to name a character in a future story!

Thank you so much to the newest Kanaka Tier Patron, Janelly Bean!  

I also want to shout out the newest Pele Tier Patron Paul T. Kim!  Thank you Paul!

I’m still waiting to hear back from a bunch of other Patrons on what names you’d like listed in the shoutouts so check your Patreon Messages and/or emails!  Thank you to all Patrons at all Tiers as well!  Without your contribution, I would not be able to do this!  I appreciate you all!

If you enjoy Ghostlore of Hawaii:  Paranormal Paradise, please leave a rating and review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.  It really helps new listeners find the show and makes a huge impact for independently produced podcasts like this one.

Rate on Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/show/01N7z0FpM4q9GM2mMWSQOc?si=bc00c747a1aa4fda

Rate and review on Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ghostlore-of-hawaii-paranormal-paradise/id1576129885

Merchandise is available!  Every purchase goes straight into creating more content for the podcast.
https://ghostlore-of-HI.redbubble.com/

Do you have a paranormal story or topic you’d like to hear on the podcast?  Have some advice or feedback?  Just want to say ”Hi”?  You can email me at ghostlore.of.hawaii@gmail.com

Follow me on RePod! https://joinrepod.com/ghostloreofhawaii

RePod is a new listening app that let’s listeners share episodes or shows, find new podcasts in their favorite genre, and even tip your favorite hosts!  Think of it like a mix between Facebook, Patreon, GoodReads, and your favorite listening app!

Download for free on Apple iOS, Google Play Store, or your desktop by using the link:  https://joinrepod.com/ghostloreofhawaii


Share your favorite episode with your friends!  If they don’t have any of the listening apps they can still listen for free!  No downloading required!
Listen for free:  www.ghostloreofhawaii.com

*Some names and locations may be altered for privacy sake.

Note:  For best listener experience, headphones are suggested but not required.
Aloha Ghostlorians!  
I’m so happy to announce that July 9th marks the one year anniversary of the Ghostlore of Hawaii Podcast’s reception.  Thank you to everyone for all your support.  I wouldn’t have made it this far without you!

After many requests, tonight’s episode jumps back into the true-crime genre as I cover several of Hawaii’s Unsolved Mysteries.  First, I’ll discuss one of Hawaii’s first confirmed serial Killers, the Honolulu Strangler.  Then, I’ll cover the popular disappearance of a small fishing vessel, the Sarah Joe and it’s 5 experienced crew members, and why this story still baffles resident til this day.  Lastly, I’ll touch on a gruesome discovery one woman made while dumpster diving that changed her life forever.
Let’s get into this....


I want to give a special shout out and thanks to all the new Patreon members!  Check out the Shout Out Page on ghostloreofhawaii.com as well to view all the awesome supporters!  Mahalo to:
Kanaka Tier:
Joni Pukahead 
AndyMac  
Afton Stowers
Obake Tier:
Harmony

Plus a few more I’m waiting back to hear from!  Stay tuned for new in-episode shout outs as well!  Mahalo to all the Patrons who wanted to stay anonymous and all the Menehune Tier Patrons as well!  

Click the link below to become a Patron and gain access to additional bonus, full-length and mini-episodes only available on Patreon, in-episode and show note shout outs, free gifts, and more!

Head to:  www.patreon.com/ghostloreofhawaii


If you enjoy Ghostlore of Hawaii:  Paranormal Paradise, please leave a rating and review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.  It really helps new listeners find the show and makes a huge impact for independently produced podcasts like this one.

Rate on Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/show/01N7z0FpM4q9GM2mMWSQOc?si=bc00c747a1aa4fda

Rate and review on Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ghostlore-of-hawaii-paranormal-paradise/id1576129885


Merchandise is available!  Every purchase goes straight into creating more content for the podcast.
https://ghostlore-of-HI.redbubble.com/


Do you have a paranormal story or topic you’d like to hear on the podcast?  Have some advice or feedback?  Just want to say ”Hi”?  You can email me at ghostlore.of.hawaii@gmail.com


Follow me on RePod! https://joinrepod.com/ghostloreofhawaii
RePod is a new listening app that let’s listeners share episodes or shows, find new podcasts in their favorite genre, and even tip your favorite hosts!  Best of all, it’s the easiest way to chat directly with me!  Have a question about the pidgin or Hawaiian word used in an episode?  You can shoot me a message on RePod.  Think of it like a mix between Facebook, Patreon, GoodReads, and your favorite listening app!

Download for free on Apple iOS, Google Play Store, or your desktop by using the link:  https://joinrepod.com/ghostloreofhawaii

Share your favorite episode with your friends!  If they don’t have any of the listening apps they can still listen for free!  No downloading required!
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*Although I intend for all historical information to be accurate, I cannot guarantee it will be.  Please look into all information on your own.  There’s so much great info I cannot always fit into one episode.
*Some names and locations may be altered for privacy sake.


Show Notes:
The trailer you heard at the start of the show was for my friends at PNW Haunts & Homicides!  Join Caitlyn and Cassie as they cover ”all kinds of spooky sh*t in the Pacific Northwest”!  Even though I currently reside in the PNW, they introduced me to so many crazy topics I never knew about!    Check them out on all major patforms! https://pnwhauntsandhomicides.buzzsprout.com/

Honolulu Strangler:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Honolulu_Strangler
https://crimesoftheday.wordpress