Feathers and Fire, a ‘Chief of War’ after-show podcast

Hawaiʻi Public Radio
  • 0.0 (0)
  • ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
  • UPDATED WEEKLY

From Hawaiʻi Public Radio, the limited series podcast "Feathers and Fire" takes a closer look at the ground-breaking Apple TV+ series “Chief of War.” Join hosts Russell Subiono and Mehana Makaʻinaʻi as they provide context and commentary on the nuances of Hawaiian history and culture portrayed in the series, as well as humorous insight and behind-the-scenes stories from guests with ties to the production.

  1. 27 SEPT

    Post Season Wrap Up Part I: Final Thoughts

    Cohosts Mehana Makaʻinaʻi and Russell Subiono share their final thoughts on a historic season. They dive deeper into the significance of the Naha Stone in Kamehameha’s prophecy and the "Chief of War" costume designer sheds some light on a season-long mystery. Plus Mehana and Russell share what they hope to see if there is a season two. Fingers crossed!

    28 min
  2. Post Season Wrap Up Part II: Strength and Shish Kebabs

    27 SEPT

    Post Season Wrap Up Part II: Strength and Shish Kebabs

    Cohosts Russell Subiono and Mehana Makaʻinaʻi sit down with Maori actress Te Ao O Hinepehinga, who portrays Kupuohi in “Chief of War.” She shares how a revered Hawaiian activist inspired her portrayal and her reaction to Jason Momoa revealing the moment her character gets skewered. Such a cheeky response.

    27 min

  3. 20 SEPT

    Episode 9 Part I: Weight and Warfare

    Cohosts Russell Subiono and Mehana Makaʻinaʻi reflect on the ground-breaking first season of "Chief of War" and discuss the underlying historical battles that the season finale draws from. Plus, they share their predictions about what might happen if there is a season two. One of them really reaches beyond and tries to predict the series through season four.

    47 min
  4. Episode 9 Part II: Readiness and Reverence

    20 SEPT

    Episode 9 Part II: Readiness and Reverence

    Cohosts Russell Subiono and Mehana Makaʻinaʻi sit down with Hawaiʻi actor Moses Goods, who plays Chief Keʻeaumoku. Goods shares his experience filming the series and who he had just a little too much fun with on set. They literally had to keep them separated.

    28 min

  5. 13 SEPT

    Episode 8: Bones and Balance

    Cohosts Russell Subiono and Mehana Makaʻinaʻi go deeper into the Hawaiian burial traditions and explain the concept and importance of mana in Hawaiian culture. Plus, Jason Momoa gives a very candid response to a question about, um, certain dramatic, slow-motion shots that he’s become known for. We had to bleep out part of it.

    46 min

  6. 6 SEPT

    Episode 7: Foreigners and Flames

    Cohosts Mehana Maka’ina’i and Russell Subiono share the history of contact between foreigners and Hawaiians and discuss a forbidden romance between two major characters. Also, they introduce two new categories, and "Chief of War" cultural consultant Kaui Sai-Dudoit shares why Ka’ahumanu isn’t her favorite historical Hawaiian figure.

    44 min

  7. 30 AUG

    Episode 6: Splinters and Struggle

    The historic significance of the Law of the Splintered Paddle and cultural procedures for war top the list of topics our cohosts delve deeper into in this episode. Plus, the furry, four-legged companion Hawaiians preferred to eat over pork, and actress Te Ao O Hinepehinga shares why she initially struggled with being cast as Kupuohi.

    43 min

  8. 23 AUG

    Episode 5: Kalo and Kamaʻilo

    Our cohosts explain the importance of the taro plant to Native Hawaiian culture and, since it’s the midpoint of the series, they address comments and perceptions about the Hawaiian traditions portrayed in the first five episodes. Plus, Hawaiian historian and "Chief of War" cultural consultant Kauʻi Sai-Dudoit shares some behind-the-scenes stories from the scriptwriting process.

    47 min
See All (14)

Trailer

About

From Hawaiʻi Public Radio, the limited series podcast "Feathers and Fire" takes a closer look at the ground-breaking Apple TV+ series “Chief of War.” Join hosts Russell Subiono and Mehana Makaʻinaʻi as they provide context and commentary on the nuances of Hawaiian history and culture portrayed in the series, as well as humorous insight and behind-the-scenes stories from guests with ties to the production.

Information

You Might Also Like