Hanging Out with Nolan Hong

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A talk story podcast about life, work, family and anything else that comes up. Listen in as I chat with friends & strangers, people from all walks of life about all kinds of things! The variety of guests we’ve had on ranges from entertainers, musicians, educators, ghost story tellers, professional snugglers, animal communicators, entrepreneurs, philanthropists and more.

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Here in Hawaiʻi is Here! | Nolan Hong | HOWNH Ep 242

Feb 25 2024 5 mins  
“Here in Hawaiʻi” is similar to “Hanging Out,” but with a focus on local stories inspired by aloha. Our goal is to strengthen understanding and connection between communities by telling stories that bring to light the shared values that make Hawaiʻi so special. Subscribe to Here in Hawaiʻi for new episodes every week, and stay subscribed to Hanging

What Theatre Means to Students | MJ Matsushita | HOWNH Ep 241

Feb 18 2024 44 mins  
Why is theatre the ideal place to raise a child? MJ shares her insight from 40 years in theatre, including the power of showing students how what they learn in classes like math, physics and social studies can be applied in real life in the theatre. Get your tickets for Kaimuki High School’s spring performace of THE ADDAMS FAMILY!March 29 to April 7, 2024https://hon

Our 2023 Astrological Forecast vs Reality | Alice Inoue | HOWNH Ep 240

Jan 02 2024 48 mins  
We were super lucky to have our astrological charts read by Alice Inoue in July 2023, and even more lucky to have her sit down with us at the end of 2023 to talk about what actually happened, and what we can expect for 2024! Join Alice (and us!) online for her virtual event – 2024 The Year of Personal Power. January 21, 2024 at 4pm HST. Tickets available at https://www.

Fashion That Celebrates ʻĀina, ʻŌlelo, Moʻolelo & Kānaka Hawaiʻi | Kaʻanoʻi Akaka | HOWNH Ep 239

Dec 12 2023 73 mins  
Kaʻanoʻi grew up dreaming of one day becoming a fashion designer and having her own clothing line. She shares how she got past her tendency to play it safe and overthink things, and started her clothing company Keha Hawaiʻi, during the pandemic no less. We talked about the stories behind her designs, the value of her family’s support, and what she would have done ha

Covid Hobby to Butterfly Business | Henry Fang | HOWNH Ep 238

Nov 15 2023 69 mins  
Butterfly Dad, Henry, is the owner of Paradise Monarchs. He shares how working in the hotel industry got him out of his introverted shell, and how covid led to him learning how to raise monarch butterflies, which has turned into an incredible and unique business. https://paradisemonarchs.com/https://www.instagram.com/paradisemonarchs/🎙️ Interview recorded N

We’re Making a TV Show?! | The Hongs | HOWNH Ep 237

Nov 07 2023 62 mins  
We’re at the start of a big new adventure – making a TV show! We decided to make an update episode to share the backstory on deciding to do it, the “why” behind the show, our individual “whys” and what we’re hoping for with the show. Please join us in the facebook group! We’re really hoping to get your thoughts on the show as it

Women's Leadership Competencies | Dr. Marshawn Martin | HOWNH Ep 236

Oct 31 2023 60 mins  
Dr. Martin is a professional speaker and certified leadership trainer. We talk about the experiences that lead to her focus on highlighting the leadership skills women possess and how to utilize them for success. https://www.talkstorywithme.com/🎙️ Interview recorded September 2023 Come join us in our facebook group, Hanging Out in Hawaii! https://www.fac

A Sweet Journey to Custom Cakes | Jayme Choi | HOWNH Ep 235

Oct 24 2023 52 mins  
Jayme is using her training in French, Korean and American baking styles to make custom cakes, macaroons and cupcakes at Pua Cake Studio in Wahiawa. She shares how her desire to try lots of different things – including working in the fashion industry and hotel industry – led to opening her own business. https://puacakestudiohawaii.com/ig: @puacakestudiohawaii 

Creativity in a Digital World | Ira Bowman | HOWNH Ep 234

Oct 18 2023 80 mins  
Ira has an incredible back story in how he created his own successful digital company, became a professional photographer covering everything from corporate events to the red carpet at the Emmys, and even did a TED Talk! And I haven’t even mentioned that the man has 8 children! https://bowmandigitalmedia.com/🎙️ Interview recorded July 2023 Come joi

The Truth about Keto with the Keto Doctor | Dr. Jodi Nishida | HOWNH Ep 233

Oct 10 2023 76 mins  
Dr. Jodi is Hawaii’s Keto Doctor! She’s a Doctor of Pharmacy and accredited Metabolic Healthcare Practitioner who has been in healthcare for over 27 years. We talk beef (both the food and schoolyard fight kine), her wild stories of being a drag racer, and what’s true and (more importantly) NOT true about a keto diet. https://www.theketoprescription.com/&