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Keep it Aloha
Your favorite Hawai'i podcast hosted by Kamaka Dias talking stories with influential figures in Hawai'i and beyond about their lives and our culture. Join us as we get to know our guests a little deeper and talk about what keeping it aloha truly means.
Episodes
Keep it Aloha#192 | Princess Mae & Tony Gaisoa | Their love story, careers, and raising their family
Princess Mae and Tony Gaisoa are entrepreneurs from the Phillipines and American Samoa. Princess is a digital creator, influencer and sister of internet…
Keep it Aloha#191 | High Watah | Moloka'i living, going all in on music, and fan Q&As
Keldin Calairo-Nakagawa and Lewa Davis-Medija are two singer/songwriters from the island of Moloka’i. They are the founders of the popular band High Watah…
Keep it Aloha#190 | Talk story with Lanai Tabura | Traveling the world & the life-changing PEMF machine
Lanai Tabura is an Emmy Award-winning jack of all trades from the island of Lānaʻi. Heʻs a DJ, comedian, chef, TV and podcast host, actor, and entrepreneur. He…
Keep it Aloha#189 | Keep it Aloha Updates with Kamaka | Book release, Made in HI, live podcast, & Hawai'i facts
We interrupt this weekly podcast to bring you some important Keep it Aloha updates with Kamaka. We will be back to our regular scheduled program next week…
Keep it Aloha#188 | Brandon Maka'awa'awa | Hawaiian sovereignty, the Nation of Hawai'i, and working together
Brandon Maka'awa'awa is a Native-Hawaiian sovereign leader from the island of O’ahu. He is the Vice-President, Deputy Head of State, and Executive Advisor at…
Keep it Aloha#187 | Luciane Buchanan | Polynesian culture, acting, and playing Queen Ka'ahumanu in Chief of War
Luciane Buchanan is a Tongan actress from New Zealand. She started acting as a young teen in Aotearoa landing roles in some local series, the Netflix series…
Keep it Aloha#186 | Da Boyz 3 | Josh Namba, Ricky Kuntemeyer, and Jordan Tano
This is basically Keep it Aloha's version of the Protect Our Parks episodes on Joe Rogan's podcast. In this episode we get to know Josh Namba of Maoli, Ricky…
Keep it Aloha#185 | JR De Guzman | Filipino pride, comedy, and why Asian guys can smash
JR De Guzman is a musician and comedian from the Philippines and California. He began performing comedy as a music teacher in a classroom before taking his…
Keep it Aloha#184 | Keep it Aloha: Live at Lē’ahi with musician Irie Love
Irie Love is an R&B Reggae singer and songwriter from the island of O’ahu. She first came on the scene as one of the finalists on the “Brown Bags to Stardom”…
Keep it Aloha#183 | Kyle Quilausing | From golf prodigy to Hawaiʻi's Most Wanted to motivational speaker
Kyle Quilausing is a motivational speaker and former Hawai’i’s most wanted from the Big island of Hawai’i. At the age of 5 he was introduced to golf and…
Keep it Aloha#182 | Hayley Cheyney Kāne | Miss Hawai'i 2024, gay pride, and preventative medicine
Hayley Cheyney Kāne is a former miss Hawai’i from the island of O’ahu. In 2013 she was crowned Miss Hawaiʻi’s outstanding Teen, then in 2024 she was crowned…
Keep it Aloha#181 | Oliver Widger | Quitting his corporate job, sailing with Phoenix to Hawaiʻi, and going viral
Oliver Widger is a former tire company manager turned sailor from Oregon. Last year he quit his corporate job of 11 years, liquidated his 401(k) and bought a…
Keep it Aloha#180 | Talk story with Roman De Peralta of Kolohe Kai | What Aloha Means & the power of music
We welcome back singer/songwriter Roman De Peralta to the podcast to talk about his newest album called What Aloha Means. Check out episode 123 to see Roman's…
Keep it Aloha#179 | Randy Kosaki & Kimi Werner | Long lost siblings, uncanny similarities, and love for the ocean
Randy Kosaki and Kimi Werner are a long lost brother and sister duo from the island of O’ahu and Maui. Kimi is a past podcast guest, a National spearfishing…
Keep it Aloha#178 | Kale Afong | Hawai'i's Only, hustling to make a living, and Kale's Hale
Kale Afong is a self-taught chef from the island of Oʻahu. He is the executive chef and owner of Kaleʻs Hale, Hawaiʻiʻs newest dining hotspot featuring an…
Keep it Aloha#177 | Kimo Leong | Kanaka Solutions, west side living, and being Hawaiian
Kimo Leong is an influential Native-Hawaiian from the island of Oʻahu. He is the CEO and founder of Kanaka Solutions which is the number one security for surf…
Keep it Aloha#176 | Siena Agudong | Her acting career, going to college, and staying connected to Hawai'i
Sienna Agudong is an actress from the island of Kaua’i. She landed her first role at age 7 in Willy Wonka at the Hawaii Children’s Theatre and then made her…
Keep it Aloha#175 | Dillon Gabriel | Mililani pride, his historic football career & giving back to the community
Dillon Gabriel is an NFL quarterback from the island of O’ahu. At the high school level, he broke Tua Tagovailoa’s High School State record for career passing…
Keep it Aloha#174 | Keep it Aloha: Live at Lē’ahi with American Idol winner Iam Tongi
Iam Tongi is a musician from the island of O’ahu. He came bursting on the scene in 2023 winning season 21 of American Idol becoming the first person from…
Keep it Aloha#173 | Kanoe & Kamaka | Sibling love, hate, and all the above
Kanoelehua Robinson is Kamaka's little sister from the Big Island of Hawai'i. She's a model and flight attendant for Hawaiian airlines and also the silver…
Keep it Aloha#172 | Kawehi Kamakele | Becoming the Hawaiian Host cover girl & working as a flight attendant
Kawehi is a Hawaiian Airlines flight attendant from the island of O’ahu. She is also the Hawaiian Host Chocolate ambassador and you can see her on the cover of…
Keep it Aloha#171 | Brian Keaulana | Makaha lifestyle, ocean safety, and the state of the Hawaiʻi film industry
Brian Keaulana is a legendary waterman from the island of O’ahu. He is a well-known Hawaiian surfer, lifeguard, and stunt coordinator who has provided…
Keep it Aloha#170 | Paul Izak | Music, organic farming, and yoga
Paul Izak is an organic farmer and musician from the island of O’ahu. He is a yoga practitioner and surfer who is raising his family in the back roads of…
Keep it Aloha#169 | Gene Villiatora | 'Ai Pono Cafe, the modern mixplate, and addressing social media controversy
Gene Villiatora is an entrepreneur and chef from the island of O’ahu. He is owner of ‘Ai Pono Cafe, which is a Hawai’i street food restaurant in Costa Mesa…
Keep it Aloha#168 | Jasmine Trias | Her American Idol journey, living in Las Vegas, and representation
Jasmine Trias is an International Platinum-selling Recording Artist from the island of O’ahu. She first rose to fame as a top 3 finalist on season 3 of the hit…
Keep it Aloha#167 | Sterling Higa | From community college to Harvard graduate & changing the future of Hawai'i
Sterling Higa is an entrepreneur and change-maker from the island of O’ahu. He is a former teacher and writer who has taught creative writing and performing…
Keep it Aloha#166 | Krystilez | Nanakuli pride, The Angry Locals, and hip hop in Hawai'i
Krystilez is an emcee and on-air radio personality from the island of O’ahu. This radio veteran has been hosting live events for over 2 decades from concerts…
Keep it Aloha#165 | Kamakakēhau Fernandez | Being adopted by a Hawaiian family, Hawaiian language, and music
Kamakakēhau Fernandez is a talented musician from the island of Maui. He is a Nā Hōkū Hanohano award-winning singer, Hawaiian language perpetuator and has been…
Keep it Aloha#164 | Michael Alisa | Cultural acceptance, tackling life after football, and finding confidence
Michael Alisa is an actor and model from the island of O’ahu. He is a former collegiate football player for BYU where he was nominated for two national awards…
Keep it Aloha#163 | Moses Goods | His love for theatre and trailblazing as a Hawaiian & Black actor in Hawai'i
Moses Goods is an actor and storyteller from the island of Maui. He is one of Hawai’i’s most prominent theatre artists and has traveled both nationally and…
Keep it Aloha#162 | Lyssa Chapman Evensen | Her crazy childhood, filming Dog The Bounty Hunter, and her new life
Lyssa Chapman Evensen is an entrepreneur and former television personality living on the island of O'ahu. This former bail bondswoman and bounty hunter is…
Keep it Aloha#161 | Etienne Aurelius Part 2 | The Ali'i Atlas & his theories behind the Lāhainā wildfires
Etienne Aurelius is an award-winning feature film director from the island of Kaua’i. You can learn more about his life on episode 159 on the Keep it Aloha…
Keep it Aloha#160 | Pashyn Santos | Her social media journey, being a creative, and why she does what she does
Pashyn Santos is an actor, comedian and writer from the island of O’ahu. She is a versatile artist and a standout figure in the entertainment world here in…
Keep it Aloha#159 | Etienne Aurelius | His insane life & journey to becoming an award-winning filmmaker
Etienne Aurelius is an award-winning feature film director from the island of Kaua’i. Not only is he a producer, cinematographer, writer, and creative…
Keep it Aloha#158 | Kekoa Kekumano | His rise to fame, being proud of your roots, and dealing with mental health
Kekoa Kekumano is a waterman and actor from the island of O’ahu. He is best known for his scene stealing performance in the TV series White Lotus as Kai, his…
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Keep it Aloha 2025 | Podcast in Japan, new sponsors, and healing from surgeries
Aloha everybody! Happy 2025! Mahalo for the amazing support in 2024, we truly appreciate each and every one of you. We will have a brand new episode coming out…
Keep it Aloha#157 | Rob DeMello | Being a Hawai'i Sportscaster & his love for sports, work, and family
Rob DeMello is an award-winning sportscaster from the island of O’ahu. He is the current sports director at KHON2 news and is the creator, executive producer…
Keep it Aloha#156 | Isaac Scharsch | The Hungry Hungry Hawaiian, reporting Hawai'i news, and social media
Isaac Scharsch is a social media personality from the island of O’ahu. He is the man known all over Hawai’i social media as The Hungry Hungry Hawaiian. This…
Keep it Aloha#155 | Talk story with Elijah Kalā McShane | Social media, politics, and striving to be pono
We welcome back cultural practitioner Elijah Kalā McShane to the podcast for a special episode filmed at Kualoa Ranch. Check out episode 66 of the Hawaiiverse…
Keep it Aloha#154 | Talk story with Kimié Miner | Christmas in Hawai'i, Haku Collective, and X-mas Gas or Pass
Keep it Aloha Kalikimaka! We welcome back Kimié Miner to the podcast for a special Christmas themed episode 🎄 Check out episode 69 of the Hawaiiverse Podcast…
Keep it Aloha#153 | Leomana Turalde | Joining the Marines, kuleana to 'ohana, and becoming an astrophysicist
Leomana Turalde is a scientist and master hula dancer from the Big Island of Hawai’i. He is a father and cultural practitioner who joined the Marine Corps…
Keep it Aloha#152 | Kūhaʻo Zane | The weight of being a Kanakaʻole, Sig Zane Designs & indigenous perspectives
Kūhaʻo Zane is a designer and entrepreneur from the Big Island of Hawai’i. He is the Creative Director of Sig Zane and SZKaiao and also serves as the president…
Keep it Aloha#151 | Brickwood Galuteria | From entertainment to politics, and empowering Kūpuna
Brickwood Galuteria is a former radio personality and current politician from the island of O’ahu. He is a long time radio host, musician, and actor that has…
Keep it Aloha#150 | Kimo Kahoano | Hosting the Merrie Monarch, Hawai'i Stars, and his hit song Aloha Friday
Kimo Kahoano is an entertainer from the island of O’ahu. He started his career as a fire knife dancer/singer in the popular Al Harrington Show and has been a…
Keep it Aloha#149 | Mike Kai | Big Island roots, finding God, and how he became the pastor at Inspire Church
Mike Kai is a pastor and entrepreneur from the Big island of Hawai’i. He is the senior pastor of Inspire Church and the founder of The Inspire Network, The…
Keep it Aloha#148 | Pure Heart | Jon Yamasato, Jake Shimabukuro, and Lopaka Colón
Pure Heart is a legendary band from the island of O’ahu and Moloka’i. Jon Yamasato is a guitarist and vocalist turned real estate agent with years of…
Keep it Aloha#147 | Johnny Suite | From football to music to finding God and the love of his life
Johnny Suite (Elijah Lagafuaina) is an island reggae singer-songwriter from the island of O’ahu. His debut EP Keep it Movin, was nominated for a 2020 island…
Keep it Aloha#146 | Mark Keali'i Ho'omalu | Teaching hula in California, being Hawaiian, and Merrie Monarch talks
Mark Keali'i Ho'omalu is a passionate kumu hula from the island of O’ahu. He is a Hawaiian instrument designer and iconic chanter that teaches the essence of…
Keep it Aloha#145 | Zasha Smith | Going from civil engineer to real estate investor & always investing with Aloha
Zasha Smith is an investor and real estate mogul from the island of Maui. She is a licensed Civil Engineer who worked for 10 years at a private firm, but now…
Keep it Aloha#144 | Tumua Tuinei | Choosing to pursue comedy, becoming a father, and selling out the Blaisdell
Tumua Tuinei is a stand-up comedian and entertainer from the island of O’ahu. He is brand new father, a former collegiate athlete, a social media personality…
Keep it Aloha#143 | Da Braddahs | How laughter is healing, accountability and 27 years of comedy
Anthony Silva and James Roache are two comedians and entertainers from the island of O’ahu. They are two halves of the famous duo called Da Braddahs and are…
Keep it Aloha#142 | Justin Kawika Young | Music, being a Chicago Bears fan and his new band Seven Suns
Justin Kawika Young is a musician from the island of O’ahu. He is a self-proclaimed voracious non-fiction book collector and aspiring reader that has…
Keep it Aloha#141 | Erik Shoji | Life of an Olympian, living abroad, volleyball volleyball and more volleyball
Erik Shoji is a professional volleyball player and 3x Olympian from the island of O’ahu. This local product attended Stanford University, where he became the…
Keep it Aloha#140 | Dr. Keanu Sai Part 2 | International law, sovereignty, and Hawaiian Kingdom talk continued
Dr. Keanu Sai is back by popular demand for a continuation of his first episode last month. Dr. Sai is a Ph.D. in Political Science specializing in…
Keep it Aloha#139 | JT Ojerio | Aloha De Mele, art, and the ups and downs of life
JT Ojerio is a self-taught artist from the the island of O’ahu. Before we started seeing her signature hibiscus flower everywhere she was a former wrestler and…
Keep it Aloha#138 | Tia Carrere | Acting, singing, and her love for Hawai'i
Tia Carrere is an accomplished actress from the island of O’ahu. She has appeared in numerous blockbusters like “Wayne’s World 1 & 2” with Mike Myers and Dana…
Keep it Aloha#137 | Robert Cazimero | 50 years of teaching hula, life lessons and The Brothers Cazimero
Robert Cazimero is an Award-Winning and Grammy-Nominated musician from the island of O’ahu. This revered and beloved kumu hula, singer, songwriter, and…
Keep it Aloha#136 | Dr. Keanu Sai | The Hawaiian Kingdom, sovereignty and 131 years of illegal occupation
Dr. Keanu Sai is a Ph.D. in Political Science specializing in International Relations and law from the island of O’ahu. He is a founding member of the Hawaiian…
Keep it Aloha#135 | Mike Coots | Losing his leg to a shark, photography, and advocating for sharks
Mike Coots is a world-famous ocean photographer from the island of Kaua’i. He is a surfer, diver, shark advocate and amputee who has has won a silver medal at…
Keep it Aloha#134 | Lindsay Watson | Leaving Hawai'i to pursue acting, Finding 'Ohana, and her hardest role
Lindsay Watson is an actress from the island of Maui. She has starred in Netflix’s Finding ‘Ohana and the award-winning film The Wind & The Reckoning, a film…