Above the bridge

Send us Fan Mail This week ATBpod.com welcomes Hawaii News Now news personality Eddie Dowd. On this episode Eddie talks to Thaddeus about using the word Aloha, growing up in foster care, and how it was taking the chance to move to Hawaii.  Eddie also explains how being accepted in Hawaii was important to him, having important local mentors such as Tv anchor Robert Kekaula helped him, and how impor...

Send us Fan Mail This week ATBpod.com welcomes Island 98.5  radio personality and program director BIG KOA.  On this episode Thaddeus and Koa talk about gym edicite for new 2023 gym members, how a modeling gig got him his start in radio, and his responsibilities as a program director to find and release new music for Island 98.5 listeners.   Koa also explains how streaming has helped Island 98.5 g...

Send us Fan Mail For the first episode of the new year, ATBpod.com welcomes bay area DJ Marcus Lee.  On this episode Marcus talks to Thaddeus about being a DJ in the bay area, evolving with the new technology in the DJ field,  and how he started as a DJ.  Marcus also talks about being hired to open for world famous rapper Pitbull in the Sharks Arena,  working the biggest Sunday event in the bay, a...

Send us Fan Mail For our last episode of the year ATBpod.com welcomes back our annual Christmas guest none other then daughter of Thaddeus, Aria Park.  On this episode Aria talks to her Dad about playing volleyball for her school as well as club ( Strive Hi ),  her excitement for her upcoming trip to Disneyland, and what she wants from Santa.  The two also unboxes a gift from Hawaiicandyfactory.co...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode, ATBpod.com welcomes the business owners of Honolulu Crack Seed and Honolulu Management, Justine and Courtney.   On this episode Justine and Courtney talk to Thaddeus about how they got started in the crack seed business, their first craft fair experience at Made in Hawai'i, and how they infused the old school crack seed store with the new.  They also talk abo...

Send us Fan Mail This week ATBpod.com welcomes the owner of The Parlor Barbershop, Ryan Augon.  On this episode Ryan talks to Thaddeus about how he got started being a barber, the challenges and patients it took to open up his own barber shop at his home, and how influential his wife was in starting his business.  They also talk about, the family respect and relationship that he and his employees...

Send us Fan Mail This week ATBpod.com welcome the one and only Hungry Hungry Hawaiian, Isaac Scharsch.  On this episode Isaac talks to Thaddeus about how he got HHH started, some interesting days working in Waikiki, and having a pet mongoose.  The two also talk about how things changed here in Hawaii since the pandemic,  the different crazy videos Isaac received to post on his platform, and how pe...

Send us Fan Mail This week was a special episode for Above the Bridge Podcast because it was the first time we have ever recorded outside of the studio.  This week ATBpod.com caught up with the owner of  WINDWARD COLLECTABLES, Koa Kumai. Recording actually took place right inside his brand new store in the Windward City Shopping Center.  On this episode Koa and Thaddeus talk about the collectable...

Send us Fan Mail This week atbpod.com celebrates 2 years on air! This episode is a bit off the track from the usual episodes. Here Thaddeus talks about his start and his motivation for Above the Bridge Podcast, his concepts behind it, and thanks a few people for helping him out and showing their support through this process.  In this episode we revisit a few funny moments from the past two years,...

Send us Fan Mail This week Atbpod.com welcomes i Heart Radio personality Romeo Valentine.  On this episode Romeo talks to Thaddeus about his relationship with God, and how God has inspired him to be a better person and make some severe life changes.  They also talk about being parents, what it's like to have twin daughters, and how Romeo created a father daughter podcast titled "Meet the...

Send us Fan Mail This week Atbpod.com welcomes local Kaneohe boy and content creator BRAH KRUZ.  Kruz is rapidly gaining popularity for his comedic skits and videos on IG and tiktok.  On this episode Thaddeus and Brah Kruz talk about growing up in Kaneohe, cutting school, and being football fans.  Brah Kruz explains how working with Defend Hawaii and BJ Penn got him a lot of attention in the inter...

Send us Fan Mail This week ATBpod.com welcomes Hawaii promoter Bryan Simpson of Furious Styles Promotions.  On this episode Bryan talks to Thaddeus about how he moved to Hawaii, adapting to local food, and how his company name was derived.  Bryan also talks about how working at Oceans got him into the night industry, working at the Living Room and becoming a promoter.   Lastly the two reminisces a...

Send us Fan Mail This week atbpod.com welcomes Pro MMA fighter from Hawai’i, Aupuni Pagaoa. On this episode Aupuni talks to Thaddeus about growing up in Kaneohe, his start in martial arts, and how he became a pro MMA fighter. Aupuni also opens up about how he moved to Las Vegas, became part of the Xtreme Couture MMA gym, and a talks about a viral video that was showcased on ESPN. Lastly the two ta...

Send us Fan Mail This week atbpod.com welcomes Ms. World America Petite 2022 winner Janine Diehl.  On this episode Janine talks to Thaddeus about her experience competing in the World America pageant in Florida this past August.  She explains the busy and demanding schedule the girls go through for the pageant, how it feels to represent Hawai’i, and her experience traveling to Florida alone.  Jani...

Send us Fan Mail   This week atbpod.com welcomes local and national mural artist Tehrell Porter! Tehrell chats with Thaddeus about how he got started as an artist, how he was inspired from living in nature on a farm, and how his mural painting career started. They also talk about Tehrell’s three block-long Kobe Bryant tribute mural in LA that was recognized by Kobe's wife. He speaks on how va...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode atbpod.com   welcomes back former guest, business owner and entrepreneur Sage Atom.  On this episode Thaddeus catches up with Sage on what he has been up to over the last two years.  Sage explains how his automotive shop Neueauto has progressed,  won a few awards, and what the future holds for his company.  He also talks about spiritual healing, his morning routine...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode atbpod.com welcomes Hawai’i comic and local MC Kaleo Pilanca. Kaleo and Thad reminisce about growing up together in Kaneohe, playing basketball, and how life has changed since childhood. Kaleo dips into his career as a comedian, moving back to Waiahole, being a father of 7 kids, and his healthy and active lifestyle. Lastly Kaleo explains his opportunity to paddle b...

Send us Fan Mail This week  Atbpod.com welcomes Pro MMA fighter Blake Perry.  On this episode Blake chats with Thaddeus about his start in MMA, living and training in Hawai'i, and turning professional. Blake also explains how is first professional fight went, and the experience of fighting in one of the top MMA promotions in the world.  Lastly Blake tells us about his  shocking injury he had...

Send us Fan Mail This episode of atbpod.com chats with Hardcore 808 Nutrition Co. Owners  Peter and Suzanne Lanting.  On this episode Thad’s long time friend Peter and his wife Suzanne open up about Peters near death experience with COVID-19 and how he is still currently recovering.  They talk about the frustrating situation being hospitalized, Suzzanne’s ability to stay positive, and how she help...

Send us Fan Mail This week ATBpod.com welcomes sneaker personality and content creator Tasha aka @Lovetasha.  On this episode Tasha explains to Thaddeus her start in the sneaker culture, becoming one of Complex magazines top 15 female sneaker personalities, and how the industry is becoming popular today.  Tasha also talks about how she owned a consignment store in LV, the shoe industry in Hawaii,...

Send us Fan Mail This week atbpod.com welcomes Kitty Pineapple, a stand up comedian and fitness trainer from Hawai’i, who is now living in Las Vegas.  On this episode Kitty explains her life and experiences going to school in Hawai’i, moving to Vegas, and what it’s like to be a Comeadian in drag.  Kitty also talks about being a personal trainer in Vegas, making her transition into Kitty Pineapple,...

Send us Fan Mail This week  atbpod.com welcomes Chef Kale.  Chef Kale is the founder and chef of  Hawaiisonly,  a local brand which  features ocean to table dining experiences. On this episode Chef Kale talks to Thaddeus about his humble beginnings, being a father at 15, and how fishing and diving influenced his life at an early age.  Kale also explains how he learned to create social media videos...

Send us Fan Mail This week  ATBpod.com catches up with one of our most popular guests, Island 98.5 morning show host Aunty Brandi.  Thaddeus and Brandi talks about what she has been up to in the past year.  Brandi explains how she produces a lot of the content for the morning show, she has been hosting live events such as night market.   She also talks about her work ethic, balancing time for fami...

Send us Fan Mail This week on ATBpod.com we are doing something a little bit different.  We welcome to our show, House of rep for the Kaneohe/Maunawali district candidate Shawn Richey.  On this episode Shawn talks to Thaddeus about growing up in Hawaii, why he is running for house of rep, and the change he wants to make in local politics.  The two also talk about a few of the problems in Kaneohe a...

Send us Fan Mail This week ATBpod welcomes local club and concert promoter Jay Kawakami from Tantriq Hawai'i.  On this episode Jay and Thaddeus talk about promotion clubs in Hawaii over the years, how things have changed in the night life industry and being a father while working in the business.  The two also talk about what Jay has been doing since the pandemic as well as Jays side hustle o...