Aloha Maui Episode 7 - Lahaina’s Legacy: Stories from the Heart of Maui’s Family-Owned Businesses
11/13/24 • 29 min
In this heartfelt episode of Aloha Maui, we delve into the legacy of Lahaina’s treasured family-owned businesses, from the Ohta family mango stand to Nagasako Store and Hop Wo Bakery. Through conversations with both kupuna and younger ʻohana members, we uncover stories of resilience, cherished memories, and visions for the future. They share hopes for a Lahaina that honors its roots while embracing new beginnings, keeping the spirit of community alive for generations to come.
Guests: Carolyn Kam, Richard Nagasako, Laurie Lei DeGama, Michelle Gordon
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In this heartfelt episode of Aloha Maui, we delve into the legacy of Lahaina’s treasured family-owned businesses, from the Ohta family mango stand to Nagasako Store and Hop Wo Bakery. Through conversations with both kupuna and younger ʻohana members, we uncover stories of resilience, cherished memories, and visions for the future. They share hopes for a Lahaina that honors its roots while embracing new beginnings, keeping the spirit of community alive for generations to come.
Guests: Carolyn Kam, Richard Nagasako, Laurie Lei DeGama, Michelle Gordon
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Aloha Maui Episode 6 - Diligence and Determination: Keeping Lahaina, Lahaina for Generations
In the wake of the devastating fires, the Lahaina Community Land Trust was created and is prioritizing rebuilding a Lahaina that preserves its deep-rooted sense of community and cultural heritage. This effort goes beyond recovery—it’s about protecting the essence of Lahaina from outside pressures and ensuring that its future remains in the hands of its people. From grassroots organizers to elected officials, it will take everyone working together to keep Lahaina, Lahaina.
Guests: Carolyn Auweloa, Mikey Burke, Kaipo Kekona, Autumn Ness, Tamara Paltin, Nohelani Uʻu-Hodgins
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Aloha Maui Episode 8 - Maui Strong: Nonprofits in Action
When disaster struck, Maui’s nonprofit network stepped up with support from the Hawaiʻi Community Foundation’s Maui Strong Fund. In this episode of Aloha Maui, hear from leaders at Boys and Girls Club, Maui Economic Opportunity, Inc., Maui United Way, and others as they share how they’re meeting urgent community needs and developing long-term solutions, from critical programming for our youth to essential healthcare and food security. Tune in to discover how these organizations, together with Maui’s resilient spirit, are shaping a path forward for every family, child, and elder affected by the fires.
Guests: Debbie Cabebe, Sunny Chen, Jason Economou, Erika Kapu, Kelly Maluo-Pearson, Bobby Pahia
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