Hawaii Matters

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Hawaii Matters. Sunday at 6:30am on Pacific Media Group Oahu radio stations The views and opinions expressed on this program are those of its host and guests. They do not necessarily reflect the views of Pacific Media Group, its management, staff, advertisers, or sponsors. This program is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered professional advice. Listeners are encouraged to seek appropriate guidance for their own situations. Pacific Media Group assumes no responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, or applicability of the content discussed.

  1. Nicki Ann Thompson on Hawaii State Department of Taxation (2026) Hawaii Individual Income Tax Filing Hawaii Matters

    FEB 22

    Nicki Ann Thompson on Hawaii State Department of Taxation (2026) Hawaii Individual Income Tax Filing Hawaii Matters

    Guest Nicki Ann Thompson, Administrator of Taxation Services and Processing of Hawai’i State Department of Taxation, shares information on Hawaii Individual Income Tax filing in 2026, for the 2025 Tax season. General information includes who needs to file in Hawai’i, the basic forms to use when filing, and paperwork needed to complete your filing.  Nicki Ann Thompson included a few websites for more detailed information: Hawaii Tax Online Hawaii VITA/Tax Sites Email: taxpayer.services@hawaii.gov Hawaii Department of Taxation (808) 587-4242 - Available Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (excluding holidays) Kathy With a K is your host  "Hawaii Matters", a public service community program that airs on Sundays at 6:30 a.m. Hawaii across ⁠Pacific Media Group Oahu⁠ radio stations:⁠ KDDB 102.7 Da Bomb⁠ |⁠ KQMQ HI93⁠ | ⁠KUMU 94.7 KUMU⁠ | ⁠KPOI 105.9 The Wave⁠ To be featured or for inquiries on "Hawaii Matters", please email: kathywithak@1059thewavefm.com

    24 min
  2. Dane Lam on Hawaii Symphony Orchestra and why live music is always better IRL (2026) Hawaii Matters

    FEB 8

    Dane Lam on Hawaii Symphony Orchestra and why live music is always better IRL (2026) Hawaii Matters

    Dane Lam's enthusiasm for live symphonic music is contagious, and the Hawaii Symphony Orchestra is welcoming music fans of all levels to experience, learn, and bring others to the fun. As HSO's first-ever Musical Director, he works to bring top-tier artists to lead or accompany the 80-members strong orchestra. Dane Lam talks on the continuing music in schools program, the popular Masterworks, and ways to Support Local with the Hawaii Symphony Orchestra. Kathy With a K is your host. Recorded on January 20, 2026 at Pacific Media Group Oahu, Honolulu, HI 96813 "Hawaii Matters", a public service community program that airs on Sundays at 6:30 a.m. Hawaii across ⁠Pacific Media Group Oahu⁠ radio stations:⁠ KDDB 102.7 Da Bomb⁠ |⁠ KQMQ HI93⁠ | ⁠KUMU 94.7 KUMU⁠ | ⁠KPOI 105.9 The Wave⁠ To be featured or for inquiries on "Hawaii Matters", please email: kathywithak@1059thewavefm.com

    31 min
  3. Dr. Jennifer Mbuthia on Flu Season in Hawaii (2026) Hawaii Matters What is a Flu Shot

    FEB 1

    Dr. Jennifer Mbuthia on Flu Season in Hawaii (2026) Hawaii Matters What is a Flu Shot

    Dr. Jennifer Mbuthia wants you to understand that feeling unwell means calling your PCP (Primary Care Physician) and getting a proper diagnosis for treatment.  What are the signs of a “common cold”, influenza, and other respiratory ailments?   Dr. Mbuthia discusses what a flu vaccination or flu shot is, basic ways you can keep healthy through the year, and the general differences between having allergies and having a respiratory virus during flu season. Kathy With a K is your host.  Recorded on January 13, 2026 at Pacific Media Group OahuHonolulu, HI 96813"Hawaii Matters", a public service community program that airs on Sundays at 6:30 a.m. Hawaii across ⁠Pacific Media Group Oahu⁠ radio stations:⁠ KDDB 102.7 Da Bomb⁠ |⁠ KQMQ HI93⁠ | ⁠KUMU 94.7 KUMU⁠ | ⁠KPOI 105.9 The Wave⁠ To be featured or for inquiries on "Hawaii Matters", please email: kathywithak@1059thewavefm.com

    33 min
  4. Meli James on Mana Up, House of Mana Up (2026) Hawaii Matters Entrepreneurship Culture Small Business Wellness Fashion Agriculture

    JAN 25

    Meli James on Mana Up, House of Mana Up (2026) Hawaii Matters Entrepreneurship Culture Small Business Wellness Fashion Agriculture

    Meli James, co-founder of ⁠Mana Up⁠, knows the work it takes to select an idea and the steps to nurture it into a successful business.   Mana Up, a Hawaii-based accelerator, is an option for small businesses who want to expand - but are they ready to grow their leadership, upscale their manufacturing ability, or adjust their brand identity? That is part of their cohort application process and if accepted, their current six-month program could be likened to an entrepreneurship boot camp!  Meli James shares success stories from past cohorts and how Hawaii communities can support and shop local every day. See  ⁠House of Mana Up⁠ Waikiki in January 2026 Mana Up: Corporate Gifting Kathy With a K is your host. (recorded on January 12, 2026) "Hawaii Matters", a public service community program that airs on Sundays at 6:30 a.m. Hawaii across ⁠Pacific Media Group Oahu⁠ radio stations:⁠ KDDB 102.7 Da Bomb⁠ |⁠ KQMQ HI93⁠ | ⁠KUMU 94.7 KUMU⁠ | ⁠KPOI 105.9 The Wave⁠ To be featured or for inquiries on "Hawaii Matters", please email: kathywithak@1059thewavefm.com

    33 min
  5. Hawaii Matters, Hana Hou: David Sun-Miyashiro, Connie Epenesa on HawaiiKidsCAN (2026) Original air date: December 7, 2025

    JAN 18

    Hawaii Matters, Hana Hou: David Sun-Miyashiro, Connie Epenesa on HawaiiKidsCAN (2026) Original air date: December 7, 2025

    Hawaii Matters, Hana Hou is a listen back with excerpts featuring past guests and this episode includes:David Sun-Miyashiro (Executive Director of ⁠HawaiiKidsCAN⁠) imagined how a student could benefit from a specialized menu to courses, educators, and even the school campus or classroom. As a former teacher, he understands its the cooperation of the parents, the child, and the access. Where to begin? The ⁠2026 Hawaii K-12 Parent-School Expo⁠ is set for January 25, 2026 at Bishop Museum’s Atherton Halau, where a variety of learning campuses – charter, home school, and traditional models – will be on hand to talk story. Connie Epenesa is a Parent Advocate and shares her personal experiences with a mix of home school, public, and private school observations. Kathy With a K is your host. [original air date: December 7, 2025] "Hawaii Matters", a public service community program that airs on Sundays at 6:30 a.m. Hawaii across ⁠⁠Pacific Media Group Oahu⁠⁠ radio stations: ⁠⁠KDDB 102.7 Da Bomb⁠⁠ |⁠⁠ KQMQ HI93⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠KUMU 94.7 KUMU⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠KPOI 105.9 The Wave⁠⁠ To be featured or for inquiries on "Hawaii Matters", please email: kathywithak@1059thewavefm.com

    28 min

  6. JAN 11

    Hawaii Matters, Hana Hou: Maila Gibson-Bandmann on Hawaii Real Estate clip (Jan. 12, 2025); Gerrit DeWeese and Valerie Smalley on Hawaii Tobacco Quitline (June 29, 2025)

    Hawaii Matters, Hana Hou is a listen back with excerpts featuring past guests and this episode includes: Maila Gibson-Bandmann, a Realtor with Coldwell Banker and their insights on the Hawaii real state market can help those who are at various stages in property ownership. This excerpt highlights what sellers can do to prepare their house, condo, or office space - and what buyers can look for when shopping. Host: Michael T (original air date: January 12, 2025) Gerrit DeWeese [Public Health Educator, Tobacco Prevention and Control Section, Hawaii Department of Health] and Valerie Smalley [Tobacco Treatment Specialist, Kapi'olani Medical Center for Women and Children] joined us with ways someone who is thinking about quitting tobacco use, vaping, or using e-products can succeed. In this clip, they talk about the free and confidential Hawaii Tobacco Quitline and for teens, My Life, My Quit has support for the whole family in our islands. Host: Kathy With a K (original air date: June 29, 2025) "Hawaii Matters", a public service community program that airs on Sundays at 6:30 a.m. Hawaii across ⁠Pacific Media Group Oahu⁠ radio stations:⁠ KDDB 102.7 Da Bomb⁠ |⁠ KQMQ HI93⁠ | ⁠KUMU 94.7 KUMU⁠ | ⁠KPOI 105.9 The Wave⁠ To be featured or for inquiries on "Hawaii Matters", please email: kathywithak@1059thewavefm.com

    31 min
  7. Hawaii Matters, Hana Hou: Kacey Crispin of Hawaii Ulu Cooperative (original air date: October 12, 2025)

    JAN 4

    Hawaii Matters, Hana Hou: Kacey Crispin of Hawaii Ulu Cooperative (original air date: October 12, 2025)

    Hawaii Matters, Hana Hou is a listen back with excerpts featuring past guests and this episode includes:Kasey Crispin, Communications Lead – Hawai’i 'Ulu Cooperative / Local Farming, Agriculture, Sustainability  Kasey Crispin, Communications Lead with the Hawaii ‘Ulu Cooperative, shares her personal experience as a Hawaii Island farmer on the rewards and challenges of stewarding the land that focuses on breadfruit or ‘ulu, as well as other canoe crops. October is “Farm to School Month” in Hawaii and one way to familiarize students, educators, and food service staff on the versatility of ‘ulu, pala’ai, kalo, and ‘uala is through their ongoing “Ho’olili ‘Ai” program and “Farm to School Sampler Boxes”. She also shares on agroforestry and how one ‘ulu plant can make a difference. Kathy With a K is your host. (original air date: October 12, 2025) "Hawaii Matters", a public service community program that airs on Sundays at 6:30 a.m. Hawaii across ⁠Pacific Media Group Oahu⁠ radio stations:⁠ KDDB 102.7 Da Bomb⁠ |⁠ KQMQ HI93⁠ | ⁠KUMU 94.7 KUMU⁠ | ⁠KPOI 105.9 The Wave⁠ To be featured or for inquiries on "Hawaii Matters", please email: kathywithak@1059thewavefm.com

    27 min
  8. Hawaii Matters, Hana Hou: Elizabeth Pickett of Hawaii Wildfire Management Organization (original air date: June 2025)

    12/28/2025

    Hawaii Matters, Hana Hou: Elizabeth Pickett of Hawaii Wildfire Management Organization (original air date: June 2025)

    Hawaii Matters, Hana Hou is a listen back with excerpts featuring past guests and this episode includes: Elizabeth Pickett, Co-Executive Director of the ⁠Hawaii Wildfire Management Organization⁠, Elizabeth has a strong love for the ocean, and it was there that she discovered the connection of land to sea. The watersheds, the farms, the natural wildlife species, and fauna in Hawai’i could cease to exist when a wildfire is ignited and spreads. Helping communities understand how they as individuals can prevent the spread of wildfires became one of her missions since joining ⁠HWMO⁠ some seventeen years ago. She also shares daily ways we can prevent wildfires from spreading and helpful information to share with school campuses, offices and families. Learn about ⁠Wildfire & Drought: LOOKOUT!⁠ and you can ⁠Get Prepared⁠ - ⁠Learn About Wildfires⁠ - Discover ⁠Wildfire Plans and Maps⁠ - and more at HWMO's⁠ official website⁠. "Hawaii Matters", a public service community program that airs on Sundays at 6:30 a.m. Hawaii across ⁠Pacific Media Group Oahu⁠ radio stations:⁠ KDDB 102.7 Da Bomb⁠ |⁠ KQMQ HI93⁠ | ⁠KUMU 94.7 KUMU⁠ | ⁠KPOI 105.9 The Wave⁠ To be featured or for inquiries on "Hawaii Matters", please email: kathywithak@1059thewavefm.com

    30 min
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Hawaii Matters. Sunday at 6:30am on Pacific Media Group Oahu radio stations The views and opinions expressed on this program are those of its host and guests. They do not necessarily reflect the views of Pacific Media Group, its management, staff, advertisers, or sponsors. This program is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered professional advice. Listeners are encouraged to seek appropriate guidance for their own situations. Pacific Media Group assumes no responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, or applicability of the content discussed.

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  • Creator
    Pacific Media Group Oahu
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    236
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Pacific Media Group Oahu
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