The Rick Hamada Program

To close out Veteran's Day morning, Rick Hamada takes us back to November 11th, 1985, to President Ronald Reagan's Veterans Day Wreath Laying Ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery. President Reagan's speech is a poignant reflection on the importance of remembering and honoring those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for their country...a powerful reminder of the importance of common sense, pa...

Rick Hamada talks about yet another news story about this topic: a local business that is closing up shop after just one year.  This--once again--highlights Hawaii's reputation (and data-confirmed ranking) of having the worst business climate in the entire nation.  Rick speaks to the challenges that face every small business here: overregulation, high taxes on everything due to the G.E.T...

As we celebrate Veterans Day, Rick Hamada talks with Pastor Mike Kai to share a powerful prayer for our troops and their families, and a conversation about leadership, excellence, and the incredible event featuring John Maxwell coming to Hawaii in January. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rick Hamada reacts to a Hawaii News Now report about the HPD School Resource Officer Program--a program that interacts with students and teaches valuable lessons about navigating challenges and threats in today's world.  Rick reflects on the fact that more is needed--not from the officers, but the parents who have a crucial role to play in educating themselves and their children about online...

Rick Hamada talks with Dr. Kioni Dudley who shares his insights on the potential effects of Amazon's 3 million square-foot distribution center, which is set to bring in thousands of robots and potentially displace local businesses. Dudley highlights the need for a bigger picture perspective, considering the looming challenges of population growth, water sourcing, and other issues Hawaii and the wo...

Rick Hamada speaks with Ira Mehlman from the Federation for American Immigration Reform (FAIR) to break down the implications of midterm election results on immigration policy. With the Democrats taking control of Congress, it's clear that the push for amnesty and relaxed immigration laws will be a top priority for Democrat lawmakers--but what does this mean for the American public? See omnystudio...

Michael Kitchens from Stolen Stuff Hawaii returns to the Rick Hamada program to update listeners about the "Drifter" movie meet-&-greet with Sung Kang and say a heartfelt mahalo to everyone who came out despite the weather!  Mike states that 5,000 attendees braved the rain, a true testament to the passion and dedication of the drifting community.  Rick Hamada and Mike also talk about...

Rick Hamada talks about outgoing State Senator Brenton Awa's resignation from the Hawaii Republican Party...and speculates on Awa's motivations and what this might mean for his future in politics. Rick also reacts to Hawaii News Now political analyst Colin Moore, who weighs in on the potential benefits and drawbacks of Awa's new status as an independent. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf...

Rick Hamada reacts to outgoing Republican congressman Thomas Massie's recent comments on the articles of impeachment, calling them "balderdash" and lamenting the way impeachment--meant only for "high crimes" has been weaponized by the left and normalized to the point where it's become a political talking point. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Veterans Day happening tomorrow, Rick Hamada continues his talks this week with people who can really highlight the importance of honoring the sacrifices of these men and women and their families.  Rick talks with Ray "Frenchy" L'Heureux, former Marine One pilot, about his personal story of service, from his early days as a recruit to his experiences as a helicopter pilot and squadron co...

Rick Hamada talks about a couple of headlines he caught while looking through the news this morning, including Hawaii's fairly new laws regarding medical aid in dying.  The number of Hawaii residents dying after ingesting medication prescribed under the state's medical aid in dying law continues to rise, with a 55.3% increase in such deaths, with 59 reported in 2025 compared to 38 in 2024.&nb...

Rick Hamada reacts to current protests, many violent, going on in France...fueled by the socialist government's broken promises.  Is this just a French issue or a systemic problem that's spreading across Europe? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rick Hamada spends a few moments with John Hiltz, former Blue Angels pilot and now President and CEO of the Pacific Aviation Museum, discussing the importance of remembering the past and inspiring the future as Veteran's Day approaches. Rick and John also talk about the upcoming For Love of Country Gala, where 85 World War II veterans and six Medal of Honor recipients will be honored, plus the mus...

Rick Hamada welcomes Maria Hill of Grassroot Institute of Hawaii to the program for a wide-ranging conversation, but centered on Act 11--a law passed in Hawaii and similar laws in Montana and Michigan, aims to restrict the ability of organizations to speak out on electoral issues.  Is this Constitutional?  Rick and Maria dive into the bill and what court challenges are likely to include....

Rick Hamada briefly talks about a tragic accident during the time he was out of studio -- a 69-year-old woman's life was cut short after being hit by a car in a Honolulu Zoo parking lot, highlighting the need for us to be mindful of our surroundings, especially in crowded areas. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the aftermath of the midterms...and taking a full weekend to digest it all, Rick Hamada delves into the current state of the country, urging listeners to take responsibility for their own thoughts and actions. They emphasize that the blame game is a cop-out, and it's up to each individual to do some introspection and critical thinking in the face of misinformation and societal pressures. ...

Mayor Rick Blangiardi returns to Ask The Mayor on NewsRadio 830 KHVH to cover a wide range of issues, from the city's efforts to address homelessness and housing needs to the importance of building trust and hope in the community.  Caller questions are the heart of the show, and the mayor promises to follow up on solutions as he fields these calls for help.  Also...don't miss Mayor Blang...

It's Real Estate Q&A with Help-U-Sell's Richard Cricchio on the Rick Hamada Program to wrap up Wednesday morning.  Richard and Rick talk about the results from Election Day 2026 and Richard shares his insights on how the changes might impact the industry.  The conversation also includes discussion on short-term rentals and the critical need for understanding all the data behind the v...

Election Day 2026 continues to be the main focus of the Rick Hamada program this morning, as Rick talks about local races and the wait for the 3rd printout from the state Office of Elections and the certification of election results.  He also takes note of some candidates...including losers from last night...who are already lining up campaigns for different offices in 2028. See omnystudio.com...

Rick Hamada starts this post-Election Day morning with his thoughts on the results and the implications of the Democratic Party's control of both chambers of Congress.  He also shares several other thoughts, including observations on the Iran war policy, stating that promises made and promises broken were a huge deal-breaker with the Trump Administration, since candidate Trump expressly promi...

On this edition of Sustaining Hawaii, presented by Bayer, we talk about the Hawaiʻi Agriculture Conference as it makes its move to Hawaiʻi Island, and about resources helping all Hawaiʻi farmers strengthen food safety and connect with Farm to School opportunities.  Rick Hamada speaks with Lisa Rhoden, Executive Director of North Shore EVP and President of the Board of Directors of the Agricul...

As a final wrap-up to Election Day morning coverage, Rick Hamada gets real with you: it's all about the trajectory of the nation and Hawaii.  Rick talks about the West on the verge of being conquered by its enemies, not through military force, but through a three-pronged strategy of overpopulation, the erosion of traditional values, and the acceptance of anti-American ideologies.  Rick t...

As Election Day dawns, Rick Hamada starts the show talking about preparing his ballot for voting...and the absolute necessity for transparency and accountability in local government, particularly when it comes to proposed amendments to the city charter. The speaker shares their personal experience with voting this year and the opaque language used for 20 City Charter amendments and the potential c...

Rick Hamada continues his observations on the 2026 Election Day landscape, including the energy and enthusiasm of the president as he campaigns in red states, and how this might be affecting his approval ratings. At the same time, Rick also talks about the Democratic Party's strategy, pointing out that their focus on anti-Donald Trump rhetoric. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rick Hamada once again welcomes Aloha State Daily Editor-In-Chief Kam Napier and politics reporter Michael Brestovansky to the program as Hawaii gets ready for Election Day 2026.  The conversation covers a lot of ground, from low voter turnout and the factors that might be driving it, to the role of unionized labor, the impact of negative campaigning, and the importance of a secret ballot. Se...