Community Matters iHeartRadio Honolulu

Community Matters iHeartRadio Honolulu

Community Matters iHeartRadio Honolulu

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Community Matters 3-1-26

March 2, 2026 • 30 mins
On this week's episode of Community Matters, Rick Hamada speaks with state Sen. Donna Mercado Kim about Hawaii public schools, incluidng educational orientation, funding, and controversies surrounding her questioning of DOE officials and University of Hawaii spending.
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Community Matters 2-22-26

February 24, 2026 • 32 mins
On this week's episode of Community Matters, Rick Hamada speaks with Hawaii Director of Law Enforcement Mike Lambert--a 21 year LE veteran--about his job, the role of law enforcement in any community, current hot button issues, and recruitment for those who wish to serve in their community.
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Community Matters 2-15-26

February 24, 2026 • 30 mins
On this week's edition of Community Matters, Rick Hamada welcomes HART CEO Lori Kahikina on the show to provide the latest update on progress with the Honolulu rail project. Lori talks about positive developments, along with critical issues including the ongoing lawsuit between HART and Hitachi.
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Community Matters 2-8-26

February 24, 2026 • 30 mins
On this week's episode of Community Matters, Rick Hamada speaks with Cheree Wee of the Daniel Kahikina Akaka State Veterans Home. Learn about this wonderful facility that serves those who served this nation with pride and aloha.
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Community Matters 2-1-26

February 5, 2026 • 31 mins
On this week's episode of Community Matters, Rick Hamada speaks with Andrew Pereira of the Pacific Resource Partnership about the organization's recent polling about issues that affect people and families in Hawaii. The issues that you think about often are probably discussed in this conversation--hear how the community is currently thinking about different political, social, and economic issues facing Hawaii.
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Community Matters 1-25-26

January 31, 2026 • 31 mins
On this week's edition of Community Matters, Rick Hamada talks with Chad Blair of Honolulu Civil Beat (civilbeat.org) about the opening of the 2026 legislative session at the state capitol. What can we expect--new legislation, bills that were defeated last year coming back, and money priorities are all in focus. Plus...Governor Josh Green has been wavering on tax cuts passed by the legislature last year--will those cuts be taken ...
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Community Matters 1-18-26

January 31, 2026 • 30 mins
On this week's episode of Community Matters, Rick Hamada gets you prepared for the 2026 tax season with one of our best local experts--David Ramirez of Tax Relief Services. The Big Beautiful Bill changed a lot of things on the federal level...and there are state tax changes you need to know about too! Tax season is here, and this is a Community Matters that can prep you for your filing this year.
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Community Matters 1-11-26

January 24, 2026 • 31 mins
On this week's edition of Community Matters, host Rick Hamada talks with those responsible for bringing a traveling version of the Vietnam War Memorial to the University of Hawaii West Oahu campus. Matching the memorial in Washington D.C., Rick and guests discuss the Vietnam War and it's affect on the nation and the families that come to see their loved one's name on the wall.
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Community Matters 1-4-26

January 24, 2026 • 30 mins
It's a new year! And on this first 2026 edition of Community Matters, Rick Hamada welcomes Cam Napier of Aloha State Daily to talk about the stories of the year in 2025...and what Hawaii can look forward to in 2026.
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Community Matters 12-21-25

January 24, 2026 • 32 mins
On this week's edition of Community Matters, host Manny Munoz talks about managing money and how to take charge of your finances in the new year. Plus, a look back at the Wright Brothers, who changed the world with their first powered flight on December 17th, 1903.
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Community Matters 12-14-25

January 24, 2026 • 30 mins
On this week's edition of Community Matters, Rick Hamada speaks with HART CEO Lori Kahikina about the Honolulu Rail Project, the latest numbers of riders since the opening of the second completed segment, and what people should expect as rail finally moves into town through Kalihi, Downtown, and Kaka'ako.
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Community Matters 12-7-25

December 8, 2025 • 32 mins
On this week's edition of Community Matters, Rick Hamada speaks with Sean Nichols about the importance of blood donations, especially during the holiday season when supplies run low.
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Community Matters 11-30-25

December 8, 2025 • 30 mins
On this week's edition of Community Matters, Rick Hamada talks with Dr. Glenn Medieros, President of St. Louis School in Honolulu, about the importance of quality education for keiki in the state of Hawaii. Rick and Glenn also touch upon stories that Glenn reveals in his new book "From One Stage To Another", chronicling his journey from a singer and entertainer to his thriving and meaningful career as an educator and education adm...
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Community Matters 11-23-25

December 8, 2025 • 30 mins
On this week's edition of Community Matters, Rick Hamada speaks with the President and CEO of Make-A-Wish Hawaii about the organization, its goals, and the efforts and community spirit that helps Make-A-Wish grant wishes to seriously ill children all over the state of Hawaii.
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Community Matters 11-16-25

November 19, 2025 • 32 mins
On this week's edition of Community Matters, host Manny Munoz discusses the latest developments in the treatment of lung cancer, plus talks to experts about hunger in America. He'll also detail how you can help contribute to the 100-Billion Meals Challenge.
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Community Matters 11-9-25

November 19, 2025 • 31 mins
On this week's edition of Community Matters, host Manny Munoz tackles two issues: the decrease in alcohol consumption across the country and why health advocates are not celebrating this news yet. Plus, a deep dive into what is actually in typical baby formula--and is it the best choice for your baby?
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Community Matters 11-5-25

November 15, 2025 • 30 mins
On this week's edition of Community Matters, a timely conversation to help households dependent on a federal government worker. The federal government shutdown has created an immediate and pressing need for food in thousands of households...and the Hawaii Foodbank has once again risen to the challenge to feed those in need. Rick Hamada talks with Amy Miller, the President and CEO of Hawaii Foodbank, about the need in the communit...
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Community Matters 10-26-25

November 15, 2025 • 32 mins
On this week's edition of Community Matters, an important conversation about the future of downtown Honolulu. Honolulu City Council has recently approved a Business Improvement District area for downtown, and leading the charge for this area is the Avalon Group which has been buying several properties in the area to develop. Rick Hamada speaks with Christine Camp, CEO of the Avalon Group, about the effort to create the B.I.D. for...
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Community Matters 10-19-25

November 15, 2025 • 30 mins
On this week's edition of Community Matters, Rick Hamada talks with Major Troy Trimmer about the mission of the Salvation Army in Hawaii and worldwide--hint, it's more than just the red kettles!
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Community Matters 10-12-25

November 15, 2025 • 30 mins
On this week's edition of Community Matters, host Manny Munoz tackles two separate--but important--awareness months for October. This month is both Hate Awareness Month and, more famously, it is also Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Manny talks with medical professionals about both topics to understand the latest information and events and ceremonies marking the month.
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