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A young former Ewa Beach resident is halfway through his national Broadway tour! 9-year-old Milo Maharlika has been wowing crowds in the musical Les Miserables! Milo and his dad talk about their new life in Los Angeles, California and Milo's path to the bright lights of Broadway. Listen now on our website or search for 'Muthaship' wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for pri...

Does the thought of speaking in front of people make you nervous? Charen Kepler of Hawaii Toastmasters offers some tips to help you get over your fear and fun exercises so you can feel better talking in front of crowds!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ever dreamed of owning a home or a condo but didn't know where to start? Caron Ling is one of Hawai'i's top real estate experts and shares the first steps to take to help make your dream a reality. Listen now on our website or find 'Muthaship' wherever you get your podcasts! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Major movie director Destin Daniel Cretton and costume designer Joy Cretton join us on 'Muthaship'! The brother and sister from Haiku, Maui talk about their path to success in Hollywood, working and mingling with Oscar-award-winning stars, their past and present film projects and what they miss most about Hawaii. Listen now on our Hawaii News Now website or find 'Muthaship' wherever you get your p...

Before Nanci Kreidman started the Domestic Violence Action Center in Hawaii in 1990, there were few places for victims to get help. The non-proft started with a staff of just two people. Today, there are 50 employees dedicated to continuing critical services and programs. Kreidman reflects on the progress made over the years and the challenges as she retires from DVAC and hands over the reins. Lis...

Mid-Pacific School students say educators should embrace artificial intelligence, not fear it. They were recently invited to speak at a national virtual workshop to show school leaders and tech eductors how they use AI, specifically Chat GPT, ethically and responsibly in the classroom. Listen now on our website or find 'Muthaship' wherever you get your podcasts! See omnystudio.com/listener for pri...

This week, we're exploring ways to fine-tune a child's skills with two powerhouse basketball coaches. Dean Shimamoto coached the Iolani high school boys basketball team for 10 seasons and led them through three state championship titles and four ILH crowns. He and Josh Benton are the head coaches of "Takeover", one of the top youth club boys basketball teams in Hawaii. Both are also proud dads. De...

This week on "Muthaship," Honolulu police veteran Sgt. Barbara Delaforce talks about what it's like juggling motherhood with the duties of a police officer. The mom of four says there are definite dangers on the job but explains why she has chosen to stay committed to the force she has been serving with for more than 20 years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

These days you’ve probably heard a recession is looming, inflation is rising or our nation is headed towards a debt default. What does this all mean and how will this impact our finances? Joining us this week is Dayna Matsumoto, group senior vice president and director of finance and accounting at Central Pacific Bank. Matsumoto has 20 years of accounting, audit, and finance experience. She breaks...

Highly skilled, culinary master chef Jon Matsubara is "feasting" on his exciting win on Food Network's "Alex vs America"! The owner of "Feast" restaurant in Manoa Valley has been cooking since 1997. He started as a dish washer for Chef Roy Yamaguchi, then learned from the best chefs in New York. Matsubara excels in elevating Hawaii comfort food using locally grown ingredients. He shares what went...

May is mental health awareness month. It's easy to get caught up in the daily grind but so important to keep track of your and your loved ones' mental health. Recent statistics show more teenagers, especially teenage girls are struggling with depression. Keli Acquaro, acting administrator for the Department of Health's Child & Adolescent Mental Health Division, says it is key for parents to di...

It's Mother's Day week! Thank you moms and moms at heart for all you do! Back by popular demand, join Brooke, Noli and Steph as they relive their journeys to motherhood in their very first episode..."Meet the Muthas!" See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight we are shining the spotlight on 8-year-old singing sensation Kyra Pesebre from Ewa Beach! You may know her from her recent national anthem performance at the UH men's volleyball game. Kyra's rich vocals and aloha touched so many in the audience that night. Turns out, the young and talented singer has also graced the stage both nationally and internationally! Kyra hopes her songs will sprea...

April is Sexual Assault Awareness month. The CDC says more than 50% of women and almost 1 in 3 men experience sexual violence during their lifetime. Lynn Costales Matsuoka, the executive director of the Sex Assault Treatment Center, joins “Muthaship” this week to talk about the importance of education.  The 24-hour hotline is 808-524-7273. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We knew local comedian Zavier Cummings (aka @howdisguy) before he was famous. Now, he's make people laugh on a much bigger stage. In this episode, the Kauai native shares how he's managed to strike a chord with fans of all ages with his hilarious skits and classic characters. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marie Akisawa is the author of "Eating the Shokuiku Way: The Japanese Guide to Raising Kids with Healthy Food Habits." The chef and nutritionist explains how the Japanese-style of eating only until you're 80% full and eating mindfully can lead to healthier food choices and portions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Even after his instant fame on American Idol, William "Iam" Tongi is the same humble island boy from Kahuku and as the girls on 'Muthaship' found out, he's pretty funny too! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What do you do when you're at a crossroads in life? How do you determine which path to take? For Brooke Kane, it meant getting over the fear of failure and the unknown and taking a huge risk in giving up a long-time successful job to go after her dream career. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week’s episode, the “muthas” are learning how students are gaining valuable skills in the classroom to succeed in high-tech careers. Cammy Lai is one example of how STEM education programs are developing the next generation of innovators and problem solvers in Hawaii’s schools. Lai was a middle school student when she first learned about robotics. Her passion for coding and technology got...

We’re talking to the mutha of all muthas! Joy Kimura has been named Mother of the Year and will represent Hawaii at the American Mother’s National Convention this April in Omaha, Nebraska. The single mother shares how she managed to raise two children who went on to become a valedictorian and rising star athlete and offers refreshing tips, wisdom and insight on the best ways to solve parenthood di...

It's a medical screening that can save lives but it's not often talked about because well ... it's pretty embarrassing. During this Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, Steph describes what she went through to get her first colonoscopy, while Noli opted for the less invasive approach. They hope starting this important conversation will help raise awareness and educate anyone hesitant about making an...

This week on 'Muthaship', we're talking with a man who was once America's most wanted cyber criminal! Brett Johnson was caught, spent time in jail and is now working to protect large corporations and everyday people from being a victim of cyber crime. He breaks down the most common scams and simple steps to protect your personal and financial information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in...

For Hawaiian Language Month, we’re getting a fun lesson in Olelo Hawaii! Kumu Luana Kawa’a has served as a cultural advisor and Hawaiian language teacher for more than 30 years. She is currently a faculty member and director of Pai Ka Māna Student Support Services at the University of Hawaiʻi Maui College and is the host and creator of the Morning Manaʻo podcast. Kawa’a helps us understand the imp...

Hawaii sports fans have another exciting event to watch besides the Super Bowl on Sunday! Six Hawaii boys will represent the US in Tokyo in this year's Hakuho Hai Cup tournament in Tokyo, Japan on February 12th! We caught up with several of the junior sumo wrestlers, their parents and coaches of the Aloha State Sumo Association about their preparations and expectations for the tourney! See omnystu...

This week on 'Muthaship', an alarming investigation into how major technology companies are shaping our kids values and what parents can do about it. We're joined by Susan Linn. She's a child psychologist, a lecturer on psychiatry at Harvard Medical School and the author of Who's Raising the Kids?: Big Tech, Big Business, and the Lives of Children. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati...