The Conversation

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Whether you live in our state or far from our shores, you’ll know what’s happening in Hawaiʻi with HPR's daily hour of locally focused discussions of public affairs, ideas, culture and the arts. Guests from across the islands and around the world provide perspectives on life in Hawaiʻi — and issues that have not yet reached Hawaiʻi. Hosted by HPR's Catherine Cruz. Have something to say? Send a comment to [email protected] or call our talkback line at 808-792-8217.

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The Conversation: Catching up with Rep. Jill Tokuda; Kūpuna provide STEM mentoring

May 29 2024 53 mins

U.S. Rep. Jill Tokuda of Hawaiʻi updates us on the Farm Bill and other Hawaiʻi issues; Neal Milner discusses the impact the Gen Z gender gap could have on the upcoming election; CyberHawaii talks about kūpuna with STEM expertise mentoring the next generation; and an ʻIolani student shares the research that won him a $10,000 prize

The Conversation: Health care reform; Public Access Room

May 28 2024 51 mins

A former state Director of Health on what health care reform may look like for Hawaiʻi; Longtime leader of state Legislature's Public Access Room to step down

The Conversation: Live from Hilo Medical Center

May 24 2024 54 mins

Today, The Conversation broadcasts live from Hilo with stories focusing on the Big Island community.

The Conversation: Property insurance; Hilo coastline bacteria levels

May 23 2024 53 mins

What does climate change mean for property insurance?; Properties on Maui's Minatoya list; Bacteria levels at Hilo's popular swim and surf sports

The Conversation: Red Hill fumes; Hurricane season forecast

May 22 2024 54 mins

Do residual fumes in the Red Hill underground fuel facility pose a threat to nearby communities?; Experts predict a quiet hurricane season

The Conversation: Ala Wai flooding risks; Oʻahu housing policy

May 21 2024 54 mins

Honolulu Managing Director Michael Formby on flooding risks of the Ala Wai Canal; HPR reporter Ashley Mizuo on the impacts of the state's new short-term rental law

The Conversation: Rebuilding Maui infrastructure; Big Island gun permits

May 20 2024 53 mins

EPA Region 9 head Martha Guzman on rebuilding critical water and wastewater infrastructure in Lahaina; Hawaiʻi County Police Chief Benjamin Moszkowicz on why law enforcement on the Big Island is denying more gun permits than any other county

The Conversation: Young voices hana hou

May 17 2024 53 mins

Today, we're sharing a hana hou show featuring voices and perspectives from Hawaiʻi's young people.

The Conversation: Gov. Green on homelessness; How parking affects society

May 16 2024 53 mins

Gov. Josh Green on the latest Point-in-Time Count, which shows a rise in the number of homeless individuals in Hawaiʻi; Author Henry Grabar on what parking can tell us about how the world works

The Conversation: Red Hill water; AAPI AF comedy show

May 15 2024 53 mins

Community concerns over contamination in the Navy's drinking water system; Should comedians stop making jokes about Trump?; A new variety show will celebrate "all things Asian-American and Pacific Islander"