Tricks of the Trade

Justin will never say this but he is on the short list of the best spear fishermen and hunters in the world.  Full stop.  Through those pursuits he's been able to share epic stories, inspire countless others, and he's finally heeded the behest of his fans and started his very own (highly anticipated) Youtube channel. This one also carried a little extra gravity as Justin shared some of t...

Oh HAAAAAAY. Miko is a hilarious stand up comedian from the Phillipines who is making his way through the Hawaii comedy scene. He's opened for some of Hawaii's biggest names and has a hilariously bright future. I was lucky to get him on his first podcast ever and hopefully he remembers me when he makes it big.  COMEDY!

If you've been to a comedy show on the Big Island in the last 2 years, odds are you've seen one or both of these dudes perform.  They are undoubtedly Kona's Comedy Odd Couple and it was a blast getting the two of them in the hot seat together.  Buckle up. 

I'm not saying Danny is the BOARMAN, but they've never been seen in the same room together.  In all seriousness, this is always a special treat when I can chop it up with one of Hawaii's apex hunters. Danny's been all over the world hunting, fishing, teaching, coaching, and it was a great time catching up.  The stalk is on, welcome to the show.

Michael is the unofficially official COO of Body Glove Hawaii; an adventure, snorkel, whale watching vessel that has operated in Kona since the late 80s.  We dive in to the operation behind the scenes, his journey through the company, and where they're at today. This was a fun one with a fellow steward for family business... Thar she blows!

Jesse is an 8th grade science teacher but moonlights as a standup comedian.  As the man behind Hawaii Top Comics, he curates a weekly comedy showcase every Tuesday at the Kona Elk's Lodge.  He shares his comedic journey, tips and tricks of the trade, as well as promoting some awesome shows coming to town. 

Ben is a fun guy super interested in fungi. (EY!) Back in the hot seat for the third time we catch up on whats evolved for him in the last five years, some cool happenings in the mycology realm, and a little bit of a lot else. Let's get weird. 

Heston is a window tint specialist by trade. But the reason he and I became friends was through our daring pursuit of stand up comedy.  Heston started Good Times Comedy Club in Hilo and has performed on stage alongside some of your favorite local comedians.  We talk about his journey and the art form of stand up, creating opportunities for local people in comedy, and plans for the future.  "H...

New year, new tricks and what better way to start a new season than checking back in with my 5X world champion jiujitsu neighbor. Moku dives into some of the  struggles of running the business side of  a jiujitsu academy but the real reason he wanted to come on was to promote a jiujitsu tournament that hes putting on in March. LET’S ROLL. 

You may have recognized this larger than life gentleman singing your favorite songs at one of your favorite restaurants… or maybe you’ve seen him throwing up HUGE WEIGHT at the gym…what’s crazy is that is barely 1/3 of his story. Strap up and buckle down this was a lot of fun with one of big islands finest. Let’s go.  

Let’s get HAPPY. Logan is a musician by trade who’s created a very unique musical experience that he’s curated over the last two-plus years, PROJECT HAPPY CHAIR. An apolitical and appropriate one of a kind freestyle experience sure to make you smile, laugh, and happy. Logan is the ultimate vibes guy I’m always stoked to chop it up with him … mic check. 

Chief of War season 1 is out and I thought it'd be a lot of fun to break it down.  Aspiring actor and friend Kamuela Chandler was a background/extra on the series and provides a lot of insight into the climactic episode 9 Kalapana battle to end the season. I've always wanted to record an episode to nerd out about a tv show or movie. This was a lot of fun and maybe a springboard for futur...

I was lucky enough to sit down with Delaney in the midst of her moving to Oahu to pursue her PhD in ethnomusicology UH Manoa.  Growing up and around the Aloha Theatre, she felt her calling to the performance arts from a very young age and looks to eventually bring those lessons and energy back to the Big Island once her program is completed.   This was a real fun one...

Imagine getting the epiphany to intentionally gain 60 pounds, only to lose all that weight while documenting the whole journey....Then imagine doing it again 10 years later. Yea, thats what Drew did and through that experience he was able to help a lot of people and gain a huge insight into the physical AND mental/emotional vigors of health and fitness. Make sure you stretch for this one. 

Kamuela is a lifetime artist who has found his new passion; acting. Appearing in the upcoming Chief of War as well as working on numerous other productions over the last few years. He shared how he got his start in the acting game, his experiences on set, and some other great stories. He also shares his insight as to how the film industry in Hawaii is in dire need of every day people like him to p...

Steve is the founder of Kuleana Rumworks out of Kohala, Hawaii... after a sailing trip took him and his wife to the Caribbean, they learned a little about distilling rum straight from the source; the pacific heritage sugar cane plant. Almost 20 years later and they are a world-renowned award winning spirit…from one of the most isolated places on the planet. This one was a lot of fun… cheers! 

HANAPA'A! Jeff is a fisherman. From Miloli’i to the Deadliest Catch, his message is always that Hawaii fishing is at the apex. He dives in to his background in the industry, his influences and inspirations, as well as his relationship with Kona Brew. This was a lot of fun with a real serpent of the seven seas, let’s go. 

The boss of Boss Cutz in Kona just hit the ten year mark which was as good an excues as any to get my old friend and official barber of the pod in the hot seat.  He touches on some of the lessons and takeaways hes dealt with since we last spoke.....but the juicy stuff surrounds his involvement on the Chief of  War production and we really nerded out on that stuff.  This was a fun one fueled by Kul...

Alex is an actor, driector, and writer and someone who had the confidence and charity to cast me in a one-line role in his new feature, ENTITY. 

Alexia is the founder and CEO of Symbrosia. In effort to combat methane emissions from livestock, they’ve developed and cultivated a Hawaiian red algae that’s been proven to reduce methane emissions by up to 80%.  Pretty neat. Alexia breaks down what her and the team have been working on to scale up production and what’s on the horizon. A lot of “whoa” moments in this one. Let’s go. 

WHERE'S THE FIRE??! Hoku is a rookie in the Hawaii Fire Department and one of my dearest and oldest and best friends.  As one of the handful of badass wahine in HFD, she shares about her calling to become a firefighter, getting through the training program, what the community means to her and how her first year on the job is going.  Connect the hose and climb the ladder this was a real fun on...

Yes, Chef!  Ippy stops in for our long-awaited talk story.  It couldn't have come at a better time as he's about to head to Europe to be a Chef on board a River Cruise and is about to release his second cookbook.  Eating your Roots, his cooking series highlighting the farm to table cooking practices in Hawaii, also is available to binge and is gearing up for a second season.  Our boy has...

Sean is a fellow movie and film enthusiast. After spending the better part of the last decade on the mainland in the thick of the industry he saw an oppurtunity and shift in the technological landscape, moving back to kona in the process.  He discusses the tools and tech advancements that can really help Hawaii entrepreneurs and film makers reach a worldwide audience. Quiet on the set. 

HANA HOU! Got a chance to check in with my recycling brother and get an update as to what he's up to, what we're working on together, and what we can do to improve recycling on the island.  We also reflect on the importance of having a solid team to work with, as well as family dynamics involved in small business.  A little bit of everything in this one.  Cheers. 

"Take it easy, but take it."  The man behind the official aloha shirt of the podcast stops by for a few beers and a check-in as to what he's been up to.  Four years ago we sat down for the first time and have remained good friends since.  We touch on the entrepreneurial spirit of Hawaii, the value of friendships and relationships in Hawaii, and we officially establish a promo code s...