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Surfing: A Complicated History | Transmissions from Hawaii 11

Surfing: A Complicated History | Transmissions from Hawaii 11

by Tony Vega | Apr 14, 2022 | Episodes

When people think of surfing, images of Hawaii often come to mind. This is rightfully so. Not only is Hawaii a mecca for surfers around the world, it is also where you end up when you look into the origins of surfing. But have you ever stopped to think about the...
Revitalization & Origins: The Path of the Hawaiian Language (Dr. Wlliam “Pila” Wilson) | Transmissions from Hawaii 10

Revitalization & Origins: The Path of the Hawaiian Language (Dr. Wlliam “Pila” Wilson) | Transmissions from Hawaii 10

by Tony Vega | Feb 16, 2022 | Episodes

Dr. William H. “Pila” Wilson is a professor of Hawaiian language, Hawaiian studies, and linguistics at Ka Haka ‘Ula O Keʻelikōlani College of Hawaiian Language at the University of Hawai’i at Hilo. On this episode Dr. Wilson tells us about his research...
In the Twilight Zone: Discussing Coral Reefs, Ichthyology, & Biodiversity w. Dr. Richard Pyle (Part 2) | Transmissions from Hawaii 09

In the Twilight Zone: Discussing Coral Reefs, Ichthyology, & Biodiversity w. Dr. Richard Pyle (Part 2) | Transmissions from Hawaii 09

by Tony Vega | Nov 23, 2021 | Episodes

Dr. Richard Pyle is the senior curator of Ichthyology at Bishop Museum in Honolulu. He spends his days researching fish and whenever possible diving deep into the ocean in order to discover new species of fish. On this episode of Transmissions from Hawaii, we conclude...
In Too Deep: The Dive I Barely Survived (Dr. Richard Pyle Part 1) | Transmissions from Hawaii 08

In Too Deep: The Dive I Barely Survived (Dr. Richard Pyle Part 1) | Transmissions from Hawaii 08

by Tony Vega | Oct 26, 2021 | Episodes

Dr. Richard Pyle is the senior curator of Ichthyology at Bishop Museum in Honolulu. He spends his days researching fish and whenever possible diving deep into the ocean in order to discover new species of fish. On this episode of Transmissions from Hawaii, Dr. Pyle...
Memoir of a Hilo Waterman: The Amazing Life of Hawaii Swimmer, Author & Educator Richard “Sonny” Tanabe | Transmissions from Hawaii 07

Memoir of a Hilo Waterman: The Amazing Life of Hawaii Swimmer, Author & Educator Richard “Sonny” Tanabe | Transmissions from Hawaii 07

by Tony Vega | Sep 7, 2021 | Episodes

Born in 1934, Richard “Sonny” Tanabe Jr. Is a former Olympic swimmer, educator, and author from the Big Island. On this episode of Transmissions from Hawaii, he tells us about his life as a swimmer and a few other things, including the Waikiki Natatorium...
Insurrection Part 3: The Story of Larsen v. Hawaiian Kingdom | Transmissions from Hawaii 06

Insurrection Part 3: The Story of Larsen v. Hawaiian Kingdom | Transmissions from Hawaii 06

by Tony Vega | Jul 26, 2021 | Episodes

In 1893 the government of the Hawaiian Kingdom was overthrown. However, that does not mean that it simply disappeared. In fact, in 2001, the Permanent Court of Arbitration in the Netherlands verified the continued existence of the government of the Hawaiian Kingdom....
Insurrection Part 3: The Story of Larsen v. Hawaiian Kingdom | Transmissions from Hawaii 06

Insurrection Part 2: How the Hawaiian Kingdom Government Was Overthrown | Transmissions from Hawaii 05

by Tony Vega | Jun 22, 2021 | Episodes

The overthrow of the Hawaiian Kingdom in 1893 is a pivotal moment in the history of Hawaii. While many are familiar with the broad strokes of the story and why events happened in the way that they did, there is much to the history of the overthrow that often gets...
Insurrection Part 3: The Story of Larsen v. Hawaiian Kingdom | Transmissions from Hawaii 06

Insurrection Part 1: Congressman Ed Case Discusses the January 6th Attack on the U.S. Captiol | Transmissions from Hawaii 04

by Tony Vega | Jun 7, 2021 | Episodes

This episode of Transmissions from Hawaii is the first in a three part mini-series that will explore the history and consequences of the 1893 overthrow of the Hawaiian Kingdom. In this installment we start with what inspired this mini-series: the January 6th attack on...
Cracking the Mac Nut: Exploring the Fascinating History of the Macadamia | Transmissions from Hawaii 03

Cracking the Mac Nut: Exploring the Fascinating History of the Macadamia | Transmissions from Hawaii 03

by Tony Vega | Apr 19, 2021 | Episodes

Often called the world’s most expensive nut, the macadamia nut is a delicious treat with a fascinating history. Though its origins lie in Australia, the macadamia was brought to Hawaii in the 19th century and since then has become one of the state’s...
Connections: Examining Hawaii’s Relationship with the Internet | Transmissions from Hawaii 02

Connections: Examining Hawaii’s Relationship with the Internet | Transmissions from Hawaii 02

by Tony Vega | Feb 26, 2021 | Episodes

Located over 1,800 miles away from the nearest continent, Hawaii is the most remote island chain in the world. And yet thanks to the internet, people in Hawaii are more connected to the outside world than ever before. But have you ever stopped to think about how it is...
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  • Surfing: A Complicated History | Transmissions from Hawaii 11
  • Revitalization & Origins: The Path of the Hawaiian Language (Dr. Wlliam “Pila” Wilson) | Transmissions from Hawaii 10
  • In the Twilight Zone: Discussing Coral Reefs, Ichthyology, & Biodiversity w. Dr. Richard Pyle (Part 2) | Transmissions from Hawaii 09
  • In Too Deep: The Dive I Barely Survived (Dr. Richard Pyle Part 1) | Transmissions from Hawaii 08
  • Memoir of a Hilo Waterman: The Amazing Life of Hawaii Swimmer, Author & Educator Richard “Sonny” Tanabe | Transmissions from Hawaii 07

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