The Rick Hamada Program

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!

Rick Hamada is joined by Blue Note President Steven Bensusan. Listen now!

Chad Blair is back for another episode on The Rick Hamada Program. Listen now!

Rick Hamada is joined by Dwight Martin as they talk about Dial M for Murder. Manoa Valley Theatre is kicking off their 2026 season with this performance from January 22nd to February 8th. Get your tickets now!

Rick Hamada is joined by Glenn Honda with Recovery Law Center. Listen now!

"Ask The Mayor" is BACK for 2026. Listen now to hear Rick Hamada and Mayor Rick Blangiardi talk story and answer all your questions!

Talking all things Pacific Volleyball Championships on the Rick Hamada Program. Listen now!

Rick Hamada is joined by Ira from FAIR to talk all things current news from immigration, ICE, Police work and more.

Episode 67 (10 January 2026): Today’s Freedom Hour - Emergency or Excuse? Who’s Governing Hawaiʻi Now? Are emergency powers protecting Hawaiʻi—or quietly replacing constitutional government? In this episode of The Freedom Hour, we examine laws like HRS 127A, Act 236, and HB 1118 to ask who is really making decisions about families, property, and public life. This conversation isn’t about fear—it’s...

Wine Before Nine is back for the New Year! Join Rick Hamada and the Hawaii Theatre with the first episode of 2026 featuring Murphy's Bar & Grill and Aries Spears.

Rick Hamada is joined by Aloha State Daily in studio. Listen now to learn all about them and how to easily access local news.

Rick Hamada is joined by Jimmy Dillon member of The Lonely Hearts band who will be performing at the Blue Note Thursday January 15th.

Kick off 2026 with the return of Sustaining Hawaii, brought to you by Bayer. In our season premiere, we explore the power of community initiatives and the transition from military service to corporate leadership. Join us for an inspiring conversation with Bayer’s David Katz on his journey from the U.S. Army to Kunia, and get the latest scholarship details for graduating seniors from Rich Meiers.

Talking all things Visitor Industry Conference, Rick Hamada is joined by Mufi Hannemann in studio. Listen now!

Rick Hamada is joined by Diamond Garcia talking all things Hawai'i government, taxes, finances and more.

Episode 66 (13 December 2025): Today’s Freedom Hour - 2026 Preview: The 10 Legislative Issues That Will Shape Hawai‘i’s Future. This episode previews the 10 biggest battles coming to Hawai‘i in 2026 — from ranked-choice voting and vaccine mandates to emergency powers, land restrictions, and global SDG agendas. These proposals could reshape our elections, our families, our freedoms, and our identit...