Derrick Malama
Local News Host, Morning EditionDerrick Malama is the local anchor of Morning Edition, which airs weekday mornings from 5 to 9 am on HPR-1. For 19 years, he also hosted Kanikapila Sunday on HPR-1.
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The U.S. Deputy Secretary of State recently met with the Solomon Islands Prime Minister to discuss deepening ties. HPR’s Derrick Malama has more in the Pacific News Minute. -
Derrick Malama features his 2014 studio session with David Kawika Kahiapo. He talks about recording 70 albums and learning slack key from the one and only Gabby “Pops” Pahinui. -
One of the smallest nations in the world announced plans to establish an embassy in Israel. -
Derrick Malama shares his 2009 interview with Natalie Ai Kamauu. She talks about her journey from Miss Aloha Hula to a career as an award-winning musician.
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How fast could you climb a coconut tree? There's a new record in the event — part of a famous sports festival held in Tahiti. HPR’s Derrick Malama has more in the Pacific News Minute. -
Listen back to Derrick Malama's 2007 interview with Jon de Mello. The founder of the Mountain Apple Company record label reflects on the voice of Bruddah IZ, Israel Kamakawiwo‘ole.
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The new U.S Ambassador to New Zealand is expected to travel to his other diplomatic missions in Niue, the Cook Islands and Samoa soon. HPR's Derrick Malama has more in the Pacific News Minute. -
Northern Mariana Islands journalist Thomas Mangloña II shares his firsthand account of the destruction left by Super Typhoon Bavi; Hawaiʻi locals and city officials share their thoughts on the Driver’s License redesign. -
Listen to Derrick Malama's 2010 studio session with Keola Beamer and Raiatea Helm. Derrick spoke with them shortly after the release of their first and only collaboration album.
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Australia is seeking to finalize a security deal with the Solomon Islands. HPR’s Derrick Malama has more in the Pacific News Minute.
