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In keeping with PBS Hawai‘i’s tradition of telling the stories of our community, we turn a spotlight on a chapter in local music history that is untold, yet undeniably impactful: the story of reggae music in Hawai‘i. In Hawaiian Hands: The Story of Reggae in Hawai?i takes viewers on a journey through the fusion of music, culture and identity, tracing reggae's evolution from its first waves in Hawai?i to the "Jawaiian" sound we know today. The first of this 3-part series begins in Jamaica in the 1960s as a voice for pride, resistance and unity. When it reached Hawai?i, its themes resonated deeply with islanders facing struggles of their own.? Stream now (!) and experience the story of how reggae became an integral part of Hawai?i’s cultural fabric. #pbshawaii #reggae #documentary #music #hawaii

Check out our latest blog in HONOLULU Magazine on our upcoming reggae documentary, In Hawaiian Hands: The Story of Reggae in Hawai?i, Part I. https://lnkd.in/gU_-AziU #pbshawaii #reggae #hawaii #music

Be mesmerized! Be amazed! Be mind-blown! With over 30 years of experience, Alan Arita has honed his abilities to become one of Hawai'i?s top mentalists. Arita joined us at the station and amazed the staff with his mind-bending tricks. #hawaii #pbshawaii #wsyw? #mentalist

On this month's episode of ?ONO! Hawai?i’s Food Culture, we make it a family affair with a mother-daughter duo who share why butter mochi is more than just a sweet treat – it is a cherished family recipe passed down through generations. For them, this beloved dessert is shared memories of time spent in the kitchen together. ?Stream now! #buttermochi #hawaii #pbshawaii #food #ono!

The battle against invasive species in Hawai?i like coconut rhinoceros beetles and little fire ants may be heating up with new rules in place. What are the rules? How will they work? Do the agencies on the front lines of this fight have the resources they need to win this fight? Join the discussion tonight at 7:30 on Insights on PBS Hawai?i. #insightsonpbshawaii #pbshawaii #Hawaii #invasivespecies

We are pleased to announce the release of In Hawaiian Hands: The Story of Reggae in Hawai‘i, Part 1—Roots of Creation, in March 2025. This 3-part documentary series will be streamed on PBS Hawai‘i’s YouTube Channel. The film chronicles the birth and meteoric rise of a musical genre that took Hawai‘i by storm in the late ’70s, ‘80s, ‘90s and beyond—reggae. It created a spark within the hearts of young people from all Pacific Islander ethnic groups.?This spark lit a fire that swept across the islands and fueled what was arguably the most powerful socio-cultural youth movement in late 20th century Hawai‘i. #reggae #pbshawaii #documentary #hawaii

The Hawai‘i Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association estimates that 100,000 kūpuna in Hawai‘i are impacted by dementia. Join us tonight at 7:30 as we assemble a panel of experts and community members to discuss this important topic on KāKOU: Hawai‘i’s Town Hall, The Challenges of Alzheimer’s. #PBSHawaii #Alzheimer’s #Hawaii #KAKOU #townhall

Are you ready to make an impact at your locally owned and operated public media station? PBS Hawai?i is seeking an exceptional professional to direct and manage all technical activities that include but are not limited to, broadcast, transmission systems, equipment and infrastructure, information systems and production technology. Join our team and be part of something that inspires, informs and educates communities nationwide. Visit: https://lnkd.in/gJbfCYQ and apply today! #pbshawaii #hiring #chiefengineer #Hawaii #jobs #employmentopportunities

In case you missed it, FRONTLINE Maui's Deadly Firestorm is available NOW to stream online or watch tonight on broadcast at 10:00. August 8, 2023, is a dark day in Hawai?i history: the day wildfires destroyed most of Lahaina, Maui and killed at least 102 people. The tragedies of that day left scars not only on the landscape but in the hearts of residents across the state who, after the initial shock, demanded answers to questions about how and why this happened despite clear warnings years in advance that it was possible. A team from FRONTLINE spent a year investigating the root causes of the fires, the emergency response, tensions built during recovery, how changes to the landscape have made Maui increasingly vulnerable to fire and what the future holds for the town that once was the capital of the Hawaiian kingdom. #pbshawaii #FRONTLINE #maui #mauistrong

Looking for new programs to sink your teeth into? From steamy dramas to mysteries and more, for only $5/month or a one-time donation of $60 or more, you can join PBS Hawai‘i Passport and gain access to an on-demand library of more than 2,000 exclusive PBS shows accessible only to Passport members. ? Some of the binge-worthy Passport Drama Picks for January include: ? ASTRID: (Beginning 1/3) Binge on the new season of Astrid, an autistic woman with a brilliant mind who works in the judicial police's library, helping Commander Raphaelle solve the most complex cases. In French with English subtitles. https://lnkd.in/gXWKizBK VIENNA BLOOD: (Beginning 1/5) Returning for Season 4 with a new four-part mystery starring Matthew Beard and Juergen Maurer. https://lnkd.in/gqRM9KZ5 SISI Austrian Empress: (Seasons 1 and 2 available now; Season 3 available 1/17) Witness the rise of Sisi, Empress Elisabeth of Austria, from the perspective of her closest confidants. https://lnkd.in/gHCDmTMV ? VELVET: (Season 2 available 1/31) Alberto, heir to the Velvet empire, returns home for his father's latest collection. But among the luxury and glamour, the Art Deco palace hides family secrets and forbidden loves. In Spanish with English subtitles. https://lnkd.in/g3w5eatv https://lnkd.in/gc2erx47 #pbshawaii #pbspassport #dramas #mysteries #bingeworthy