The Rick Hamada Program

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.

The Goodfellas are back with another episode! Today they are joined by Jenn Marr and dive deep into whiskey and this Sunda's Top Shelf Tailgate Wahine Whiskey Battle. Listen now!

Pacific Resource Partnership Hour with Rick Hamada featuring Andrew Pereira. Listen now!

Join Rick Hamada and Mayor Rick Blangiardi for another episode of "Ask the Mayor". Today they discuss a variety of topics from police violence, dead trees, upcoming projects, sports and more.

Join Rick Hamada and Eric Carlson as they talk all things RevoluSun.

Rick Hamada is joined by Travis Tamangided of Able Pest Exterminators.

"Ask The Doctor" is back for another episode. Join Rick Hamada, Chris Faulkner and Dr. Alan Faulkner by listening now!

Rick Hamada is joined by Congressman Ed Case. Listen now!

Rick Hamada is joined by Thrive For Life in the studio today. Listen now!

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.

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.

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.

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.

Episode 69 (24 January 2026): Today’s Freedom Hour - Cost, Crime, and Trust: The Real 2026 Legislative Agenda. As Hawaiʻi’s 2026 legislative session begins, residents are struggling with rising costs, public safety concerns, and declining trust in government. Thousands shared their concerns through listening tours — while leadership outlined a very different set of priorities. This episode explore...

On this episode of Wine and Dine Before Nine with Hawaii Theatre, Black Shamrock and Aries are in studio. Listen now!

Rick Hamada is joined by Frenchie in studio today. Listen now!

Rick Hamada is joined by Chris Vos in the studio this episode. They talk all about Chris's band The Recording Studio who will be performing at Blue Note Hawaii January 30th and 31st.

Starkey's Auto Repair is back in studio. Join Rick Hamada, John Starkey and Jaden in this episode. Listen now!

Let's talk all things Hawaii housing and real estate. Join Rick Hamada and Richard Cricchio by listening now!

On such a busy day for Diamond Garcia, Hawaii's State Representative, he takes some time to join Rick Hamada. Listen now!

Listen now to this episode of "Ask the Mayor". Rick Blangiardi and Rick Hamada cover a lot of ground from a new apartment building in Kailua to violent homeless individuals.

Rick Hamada is joined by Hawaiian reggae- soul artist Irie Love. Talking all about her upcoming event on January 24th, "Herstory & Harmony - an Irie Love Experience.

Join host Rick Hamada on "Sustaining Hawaii," where we explore the inspiring stories and innovative efforts of Hawaii's youth in agriculture and sustainability through the lens of the Future Farmers of America (FFA). In this episode, Nicholas Nishimura and Lakeisha Jailah Quitog share their journeys and visions for a sustainable future. Tune in to discover how these young leaders are shaping the f...

Episode 68 (17 January 2026): Today’s Freedom Hour - Follow the Budget: How Policy Decisions Get Made Before the Vote. Lets take a close look at Hawaiʻi’s state budget and uncover how major policy decisions can be assumed before lawmakers ever vote. We break down where the money goes, what changed in the FY27 supplemental budget, and what it could mean for the Act 46 tax cuts. Join us as we explor...

Rick Hamada and the Goodfellas are back! Joined in this episode with Le'ahi Bar & Grill, listen now for some fun, food, laughs and wine before nine!