The Rick Hamada Program

Rick Blangiardi is back in studio with Rick Hamada for another episode of "Ask The Mayor". They are joined in the first half by Clarke Bright the Director of the Royal Hawaiian Band to talk all things “Kalikimaka Ho‘omau” Holiday Concert at Blaisdell Nov. 28, 2025. They also cover a variety of topics from local news, Thanksgiving, answering questions and more.

Rick Hamada is joined by Michael Wong the Business Development Specialist for Laulima Giving Program. Listen now!

Rick Hamada is joined by Ira Mehlman in studio. Listen now!

Maui Film Festival in studio with Rick Hamada, listen now to learn all about it!

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

Rick Hamada is joined again by Gregory Dunn, CEO of Hawaii Theatre, for another episode of Wine and Dine Before 9 with Hawaii Theatre. We have John Vasquez owner of Pizza Mamo and comedian Island Mike joining us. Listen now!

Rick Hamada is joined by Angie with the Waikiki Holiday Parade. Listen now!

Chad Blair is back with another episode with Rick Hamada. Talking all things local news, politics, national news, sports and more. Listen now!

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.

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?

Rick Hamada is joined again by Richard Cricchio. In this episode they talk all things real estate, Hawaii housing, upcoming holidays and more.

Wealth Wednesday is back with another episode. Join Rick Hamada and David Fischer as they talk all things money, gold, silver and more.

Make-A-Wish Hawaii's President and CEO is in studio with Rick Hamada talking all things Jingle Rock Run. Listen now!

Rick Hamada is joined by Aloha State Daily's Editor and Chief Kam Napier. Listen now to talk all things local news, Aloha State Daily, journalism and more.

In this episode of "Sustaining Hawaii," presented by Bayer, we pay tribute to a legacy and delve into the future of agriculture with North Shore EVP. Additionally, we explore urban vertical farming in Hawaii with Kerry Kakazu who is pioneering this movement in Honolulu.

Dr Alan Faulkner back in the studio with Rick Hamada for this episode of "Ask the Doctor". All things vision, eye surgery, health and more. Listen now!

Join Rick Hamada and AP as PRP Hour is making a come back. Listen now!

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 Foodban...

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 th...

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!

On this week's edition of Community Matters, Rick Hamada talks with A. Kam Napier, editor-in-chief of Aloha State Daily...a new source for news in Honolulu and the entire state of Hawaii. They discuss the news business and how news coverage really shapes and affects the events and lawmakers that affects our lives.

On this week's edition of Community Matters, it's that time of the year--time for the annual flu bug to start spreading through schools and workplaces. Host Manny Munoz talks with doctors about the upcoming cold & flu season and the things you can do to improve your chances of staying healthy.

A recent wildfire in Kunia spurs the conversation on Community Matters this week. Host Rick Hamada talks with Tiffany Tubon, Brand Manager for Ko'Hana Rum, about the impact of the fires and the difficulty it causes those in the agriculture community and disruption it causes for wildfire-affected areas.

Episode 63 (15 November 2025): Today’s Freedom Hour – Back to What Works: The Election Commission in Hawai'i Sounds the Alarm. The Election Commission made a historic recommendation to return Hawai‘i to in-person precinct voting. After years of discrepancies, missing records, and several marathon meetings, one thing became clear: mail-in voting is not working. We have explored the Commission’s fin...

Rick Hamada is back with David Fischer for another episode of Wealth Wednesday. Listen now to talk all things finances, gold, silver and more.