HPR continues a mini-series on today’s new wave of ‘ukulele players with a portrait of Brittni Paiva.   Born and raised in Hilo, Ms. Paiva has recently released her 5^th CD---it was produced by jazz legend, Tom Scott, who is also featured.  HPR’s Noe Tanigawa reports.

In 2010, the United Nations’ Environment Program reported that a global shift towards a vegan diet is vital to save the world from hunger, fuel poverty and the worst impacts of climate change.  The report concluded that as the global population surges, diets rich in meat and dairy products are simply unsustainable.  HPR’s Noe Tanigawa reports on local vegetarians who are eating ah

Before Alfred Shaheen, there were mom and pop clothing makers in Hawai’i, but he spearheaded the industry.  Shaheen became a global brand designed, printed and produced right here---remember, Elvis wore a Shaheen on the  "Blue Hawai'i" cover.  HPR’s Noe Tanigawa offers an inside tour of “HI Fashion: The Legacy of Alfred Shaheen” at the Bishop Museum.

“Courage and Strength”, an exhibit at the Honolulu Museum, features portraits of America’s armed forces who have served in Iraq and Afghanistan.   Asleep, or full face to the camera, these images hint at experiences civilians do not share. HPR’s Noe Tanigawa offers the last in a mini-series featuring the reflections of Hawai’i-based soldiers. 

“Courage and Strength”, an exhibit at the Honolulu Museum, features portraits of military members who have served in Iraq and Afghanistan.   The show is an opportunity to understand more about experiences veterans are bringing home with them.   HPR’s Noe Tanigawa offers the second in a mini-series featuring the reflections of Hawai’i-based soldiers.