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Here in HawaiiFighting for Family, Healing, and the Dogs Who Saved Her | Ilima-Lei Macfarlane | HIH 01-12Ilima-Lei Macfarlane is a professional MMA fighter and proud Native Hawaiian born and raised in Honolulu. Known to fans as "The Ilimanator," she made history as Bellator's first-ever women's flyweight champ and built a reputation for her grit and submission skills. In this episode of Here in Hawaiʻi, Ilima gets personal. She talks about her deep love for adopting rescue dogs (especially the scrappy, medical-case ones), why her family is her greatest blessing, and the unexpected way her parents responded when she told them she was ditching her academic career — master's degree and all — to become a fig...
2025-05-071h 18
Here in HawaiiRoller Rinks & Small Kid Time Friendships | Kelly Hu | HIH 01-02Here in Hawaiʻi is now on TV – catch it Sundays at 5pm on KHON2! If you forgot to set your DVR (or if you're not in Hawaiʻi) you can find the TV episodes on our website – https://hereinhawaiitv.com/ Homegrown superstar Kelly Hu was our main guest for Episode 2. We had an amazing conversation and could only fit a tiny bit of it in the edit for TV, so we hope you enjoy hearing the extended cut here. We mentioned how we talked about getting bullied before, you can find that conversation in my oth...
2024-09-051h 05
Hanging Out with Nolan HongHere in Hawaiʻi is Here! | Nolan Hong | HOWNH Ep 242
“Here in Hawaiʻi” is similar to “Hanging Out,” but with a focus on local stories inspired by aloha. Our goal is to strengthen understanding and connection between communities by telling stories that bring to light the shared values that make Hawaiʻi so special. Subscribe to Here in Hawaiʻi for new episodes every week, and stay subscribed to Hanging Out for new episodes coming out sporadically
You can find Here in Hawaiʻi on your podcast app, and at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/hereinhawaiihttps://www.youtube.com/@hereinhawaiitvhttps://www.instagram.co...
2024-02-2605 min
Hanging Out with Nolan HongHere in Hawaiʻi is Here! | Nolan Hong | HOWNH Ep 242"Here in Hawaiʻi" is similar to "Hanging Out," but with a focus on local stories inspired by aloha. Our goal is to strengthen understanding and connection between communities by telling stories that bring to light the shared values that make Hawaiʻi so special. Subscribe to Here in Hawaiʻi for new episodes every week, and stay subscribed to Hanging Out for new episodes coming out sporadically 🫶 You can find Here in Hawaiʻi on your podcast app, and at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/hereinhawaii https://www.youtube.com/@hereinhawaiitv https...
2024-02-2605 min
Here in HawaiiHere in Hawaiʻi TrailerLocal people, local stories, inspired by ALOHA. We know we're lucky we live Hawaiʻi – not just because of the scenery, but because of the spirit of aloha shared by all of us who call Hawaiʻi home. Host Nolan Hong talks story with kamaʻaina to uncover experiences that we can all relate to and connect with. The "Here in Hawaiʻi" theme song was written & performed by Chardonnay (insta @chardonnay.music) and Brittni Paiva (insta @iambrittnipaiva). 📺 Watch video clips from these interviews on our youtube channel – https://www.youtube.com/@hereinhawaiitv 🥳 Join our faceb...
2024-01-1000 minHanging Out with Nolan HongRandom Check-In | Nolan and Jamie Hong | HOWNH Ep 224Just us with a totally random check in! This time we’re talking about Invisalign, Jamie’s first haircut in almost 10 years, how Nolan always clicks on facebook ads, and the Fast & Furious, Jurassic Park & Hallmark movies. https://www.instagram.com/krislabangphotography/ Come join us in our new facebook group, Hanging Out in Hawaii! https://www.facebook.com/groups/hangingout
2023-02-1331 min
Hanging Out with Nolan HongRandom Check-In | Nolan and Jamie Hong | HOWNH Ep 224Just us with a totally random check in! This time we're talking about Invisalign, Jamie's first haircut in almost 10 years, how Nolan always clicks on facebook ads, and the Fast & Furious, Jurassic Park & Hallmark movies. Come join us in our new facebook group, Hanging Out in Hawaii! https://www.facebook.com/groups/hangingout
2023-02-1331 min
Unveiling Paradise: Your Go-To Destination Wedding PodcastReception Planning with Nolan HongHave you ever sat through a wedding reception that felt like it was never going to end? Long, boring speeches, uncle telling inappropriate jokes, and weird pauses throughout the program can totally kill your wedding vibe! This is why we’re so excited to have Hawaii-based, professional MC, Nolan Hong, sharing his advice and tips on ways to make your wedding reception seamless and fun.Question: What do you get when 3 wedding experts - a professional wedding planner, photographer and MC - get together and chat?Answer: An episode packed with ti...
2023-01-0433 minHanging Out with Nolan HongOur Grandparents, Part 2 | Nolan & Jamie HongIt’s the follow up to Ep. 207 “Our Popos,” this time we’re talking about the grandparents we were close to, Jamie’s paternal grandma and Nolan’s maternal grandfather. Join us on zoom for a free workshop! We’re teaching how to record an oral history interview with your loved one using your smartphone and things you have […]
2022-11-071h 18
Hanging Out with Nolan HongOur Grandparents, Part 2It's the follow up to Ep. 207 "Our Popos," this time we're talking about the grandparents we were close to, Jamie's paternal grandma and Nolan's maternal grandfather. Join us on zoom for a free workshop! We're teaching how to record an oral history interview with your loved one using your smartphone and things you have around the house – from setting up your camera, positioning everything to get the best light and sound, how to conduct the interview and what to do with the footage. Happening Tuesday, Nov 15 at 7:30 PM HST! Register at https://poplegacyvideos.com/workshop
2022-11-071h 18Hanging Out with Nolan HongOur Popos (AKA Grandparents, Part 1)Our attempt at telling the stories of our grandparents. We started with the grandparents we didn’t know as well – Jamie’s maternal grandparents and her paternal grandfather (whom she called Popo), and Nolan’s maternal grandmother (whom he called Popo). We ran out of time so come back for Part 2 😊 Learn more about Pop […]
2022-09-0852 min
Hanging Out with Nolan HongOur Popos (AKA Grandparents, Part 1)Our attempt at telling the stories of our grandparents. We started with the grandparents we didn't know as well - Jamie's maternal grandparents and her paternal grandfather (whom she called Popo), and Nolan's maternal grandmother (whom he called Popo). We ran out of time so come back for Part 2 😊 Learn more about Pop Legacy Videos at https://poplegacyvideos.com/ and Love Stories at https://poplovestories.com/ Come join us in our new facebook group, Hanging Out in Hawaii! https://www.facebook.com/groups/hangingout
2022-09-0452 min
Hanging Out with Nolan HongTia CarrereTIA CARRERE hangs out with us for Episode 200!!! She shares about getting discovered at the Food Pantry in Waikiki at age 17, singing with Daniel Ho at Brown Bags to Stardom, what she learned about how to survive and thrive in Hollywood, and lots more. It's a great discussion about self-worth and staying grounded when you're in an industry that doesn't make that easy. We also learn that Nolan eats his cereal like a barbarian, and Tia eats her cereal in the most logical way. Check out Tia's favorite shirts at https://www.tiacarrere.com/merch
2022-05-0159 min
Hanging Out with Nolan HongKen SatoKen is the principal instructor of Pearl City High School's broadcast and digital media program. We talked about his 20+ years in television as a director and technical producer for all the major Hawaii news stations and video production companies, how he got his college degree 20 years after dropping out, how his high school teacher changed his life, and his work with the students at PCHS. Go to https://gofund.me/6a5b8290 to help send Ken's team of 3 Pearl City High School seniors to the SkillsUSA National Competition this May in Georgia.
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Hanging Out with Nolan HongSamantha KaauaThis conversation blew my mind! Samantha shared relationship advice and also went into her own relationship story and how it led her to the life and career she has today. She also tells a crazy story about her 8-hour heart surgery where SHE WAS AWAKE THE WHOLE TIME!! Samantha is an Author, Professional Keynote Speaker, Inner Mosaic Coach, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, and founder of The GEMMS with Samantha Kaaua, an international coaching company focused on helping individuals to transform their lives through building healthy relationships.
2022-02-271h 30
Hanging Out with Nolan HongBryan Talisayan Bryan is the Executive Director of Mental Health America of Hawaiʻi. He shared how his childhood experiences led to his lifelong commitment to helping others and working in community support, and a crazy story about dropping out of college on orientation day and going across the country by himself in search of his next step of life. We also talked about the impact of covid on mental health in our community.
2022-02-201h 202021-11-271h 262021-11-271h 152021-09-071h 092021-08-301h 572021-08-231h 012021-08-151h 312021-08-071h 262021-08-011h 112021-07-221h 052021-07-172h 122021-07-111h 362021-07-021h 132021-06-281h 192021-06-221h 172021-06-111h 32Hanging Out with Nolan HongTotally RandomJust us, airing out some marital issues! We talk about our recent pseudo car accident, clarifying shampoo, work from home life, LEDA, why Jamie’s a good listener (and a stalker), and why Nolan thought Jamie was an old lady.
2021-05-0349 min2021-05-0149 min2021-04-271h 242021-04-131h 182021-04-051h 012021-03-261h 162021-03-151h 06Hanging Out with Nolan HongLocal Actor Cy MirasolCy is a local actor whom you may recognize from several local commercials (including a series of spots with Nolan). We hear about his crazy story of deciding to move from Hawaii to LA in 6 days to take a job with Disney’s Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge. Plus some other great stories of his experiences […]
2021-03-151h 362021-03-051h 362021-03-051h 062021-02-281h 142021-02-2257 min2021-02-151h 072021-02-0956 min2021-02-021h 032021-01-241h 182021-01-171h 352021-01-091h 34Hanging Out with Nolan HongPandemic Catch UpIt’s been a rough 5 months. We talk about why it’s been so hard for Nolan to get back to recording. We didn’t remember if we talked about losing Chad on the podcast so apologies if this is repetitive… We also talk about positive stuff with the kids and step-dad life, and the turning point […]
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Hisessions Hawaii PodcastHisessions Hawaii Podcast Episode #20 - Nolan HongThe guys were able to catch up with friend of the show, Nolan Hong. Nolan hosts his own podcast "Hangout Out With Nolan Hong" and gave us some insight on how we could improve our show. He and Kyle talked about talking smak, overcoming working with significant others and overcoming self-doubt. They finish up the podcast talking about creating in the time of Covid and the documentary "Game Changers."
Thanks for always supporting the Hisessions channel. We are working hard to get back up and running by posting some new music videos.
2020-05-251h 15Hanging Out with Nolan HongViet VoViet is an actor living in New York City. We talk about life in NYC at this point of the COVID crisis, leaving Hawaii to go to the Manhattan School of Music, and his experiences with Nolan at KCC and their beloved teacher & mentor Lina Doo. For this week’s nonprofit spotlight, we spoke with […]
2020-04-271h 46Hanging Out with Nolan HongFa'amata Fonoimoana JrFa’amata is Nolan’s Samoan friend with a southern accent! He’s an Assistant Principal & father of 4 in Jonesboro, Georgia. We talk about growing up in Georgia, dealing with teenagers, getting recruited to play college football & his career-ending injury. For this week’s nonprofit spotlight, we spoke with Keith Kuboyama of Family Programs Hawaii.
2020-04-131h 54Hanging Out with Nolan Hong135_Billy VNolan meets his idol! Billy V is the voice of basically every event in Hawaii. We talk about how he met and married his wife, his love of Star Trek, and go behind the scenes of his amazing career in radio, TV and UH athletics.
2020-02-102h 31Hanging Out with Nolan Hong134_Our Funny FamilyUnexpectedly just the 2 of us on this episode! We talk about how we got to the point where we were able to take a family trip with Jamie’s ex-husband and the kids – from the divorce to adding Nolan as stepdad into the family.
2020-02-0535 minHanging Out with Nolan Hong128_Edward HemphillEddie is a grant writer, videographer & podcaster! We talk about Hip Hop Karaoke, growing up in Texas, getting into nonprofit work, his experience of being black in Hawaii & Nolan’s search for the perfect purse. Check him out on the Deeper Cuts Podcast! Follow Eddie on Instagram Deeper Cuts Podcast Eddie’s work on Vimeo
2019-12-232h 11Hanging Out with Nolan Hong124_And We're BackSorry everybody, we thought it would be a short break but it ended up being super long… We explain it here, what’s been going on with Nolan’s diagnosis and treatment, and how we’ve been dealing with everything. Thanks for sticking with us!
2019-11-2554 minHanging Out with Nolan Hong122_Nolan's BrainSorry about the late episode… Nolan explains what happened and gives us a look into the alternate universe of his brain, and how that affects taking care of his responsibilities.
2019-09-0324 minHanging Out with Nolan Hong119_Richie Galarse-PancoastRichie is a real estate investor and one of Nolan’s dearest friends. We talk about working together on the teen pregnancy prevention touring show, dealing with ADHD, flipping houses and accidentally buying a meth house. Go to the end of the episode (around 1:37) for Richie’s contact info and info on his upcoming class.
2019-08-121h 41Hanging Out with Nolan Hong118_The Hongs Anxiety on VacationA recap of our trip to France, with revelations about Nolan’s anxiety, our first experience with a panic (or anxiety?) attack, what we learned about parenting, being shy on a trip with a bunch of strangers, and our favorite things about the experience.
2019-08-051h 34Hanging Out with Nolan Hong116_Jen Lieu Pt2100 episodes later, Jen (Ep 16) is back! We talk about live-action Disney remakes, our favorite podcasts, whether or not to pour the tea for your aunty in Hong Kong, Joy Luck Club, and love languages.
2019-07-221h 25Hanging Out with Nolan Hong114_Book of Nolan Pt 1Nolan’s mom started a journal when he was born, which we’ve been calling The Book of Nolan. In this episode, he reads excerpts from his first year of life and her first year as a mom 🙂
2019-07-0832 min2019-07-0732 minHanging Out with Nolan Hong111_Jessie DomingoJessie could be Nolan’s twin. We talk about all the things they both love: NBA, hip hop, professional wrestling and sandwiches. Something happened during the interview that messed with Nolan’s head, stay tuned for What’s Poppin’ at the end for all that…
2019-06-171h 33Hanging Out with Nolan Hong110_Saxon SawaiSaxon is an actor and entrepreneur. We talk about bombing his first audition, shooting a Chinese action movie in Mexico, doing his mission in Japan, bringing kendama to the mass market in Hawaii, and he and Nolan share their experiences with anxiety.
2019-06-101h 39Hanging Out with Nolan Hong104_Walter KinoshitaYou’ll never guess how many DVDs Walter owns. We also talk about working at Blockbuster, aliens, marriage, laundry rules, Disney princes and princesses, and his take on Disney movies. Also, Nolan has never seen a Demi Moore movie. What???
2019-04-291h 44Hanging Out with Nolan Hong100_Jamie Hong Pt2Our 2 awesome guest hosts, Kevin (Ep24) and Kyle (Ep1), came back for Ep 100! We talk briefly about aftermath of Jamie’s other episode, then get into the rest of her story – from the Bear Club to her many jobs. They also make her try lots of new snacks.
2019-04-012h 242019-04-012h 24Hanging Out with Nolan Hong#097: Eileen AbeEileen is an animal communicator. We talk about how she learned to communicate with animals, what our pets want us to know, how animal communicators help our pets with things like moving, classes she offers, AND we find the solution to Nolan’s bird issue! Eileen’s website Email Eileen at eileen@animalcommunicatorshawaii.com or call (808) 551-7271 and leave a message
2019-03-111h 08Hanging Out with Nolan Hong094_Jamie Hong*Warning: This episode deals with adult topics. Jamie makes the uncomfortable yet incredibly brave decision to open up about being a survivor of child abuse. She shares what she remembers, how it affected her, and where she’s at now in her life. This interview was difficult for both of us and you’ll hear that in […]
2019-02-111h 232019-02-081h 23Hanging Out with Nolan Hong089_Reid & EvanOur youngest guest ever and our first disclaimer! Reid is Jamie’s classmate and fellow band geek. We talk with him and his son Evan about podcasts, Evan’s school in Oregon, past bullying (or not bullying), and the origin of Nolan’s bird phobia.
2019-01-141h 03Hanging Out with Nolan Hong087_Steve CaleySteve is Nolan’s man crush. We get into beard care, being a UN official, going from a 0.5 GPA to becoming a principal, natural intelligence and perseverance in education, parenting advice, grit and social-emotional learning.
2018-12-311h 40Hanging Out with Nolan Hong086_Dave MayedaNolan is friends with a sociology professor?? Dave talks with us about the ultimate a-hole workout, teaching classes of 650 at the University of Auckland, the sociology of violence, and Alfonso Ribeiro’s high school experience.
2018-12-241h 36Hanging Out with Nolan Hong085_Nolan Solo Pt 3This was a tough one for Nolan… He’s pretty uncomfortable about posting it, but I think it’s good to put it out and be open and honest about what he’s going thru trying to find his calling. With a weird intro by me, yikes.
2018-12-1733 min2018-12-1633 minHanging Out with Nolan Hong081_Chad MiyamotoChad is a coach, teacher, 6x Hawaii’s fastest human, and one of Nolan’s (and Jamie’s) dearest friends. With guest co-host Brooke Nakamura, we talk about mistakes in competition, heartbreak and self-doubt. Please excuse the noise of swishing ice cubes 🙂
2018-11-191h 30Hanging Out with Nolan Hong079_StepdaddingTears in my eyes again. Nolan talks about his experience having a stepdad and becoming one. I thought I knew all of his thoughts around this subject but there’s stuff in here I never heard before. This episode breaks my heart and fills it to bursting.
2018-11-0551 minHanging Out with Nolan Hong078_Jayel SaitoJayel is Nolan’s best friend Steven’s wife (Ep 67). We talk about raising 3 boys under age 5, how a visit to the International Marketplace changed her life, and the hilarious stories of how she and Steven became a couple and got engaged.
2018-10-291h 15Hanging Out with Nolan Hong073_Nolan SoloOmg guys. Jamie here. I have no words. Nolan is all by himself on this episode and gets into how we went from just friends to eloping. I was supposed to be working while he recorded this but I may or may not have been listening with tears in my eyes ♥️
2018-09-2536 min2018-09-2536 minHanging Out with Nolan Hong063_Bip & KooBip and Nino are two of Nolan’s oldest, closest friends. It’s a “unique” friendship centered on professional wrestling. This episode isn’t an interview as much as it is just hanging out with three old friends rehashing their kooky history together.
2018-07-162h 07Hanging Out with Nolan Hong055_Myrtle Ching-RappaMyrtle was the Dir of Student Employment at UH. We talk about moving from Hong Kong to Hawaii, and life lessons learned at the pineapple cannery. This is the only pod where you’ll hear about Chiang Kai-shek and Miley Cyrus in the same conversation 🙂 The women’s group Myrtle talks about: American Business Women’s Association […]
2018-05-211h 00Hanging Out with Nolan Hong050_Nolan HongKyle (Ep 1) and Kevin (Ep 24) interview Nolan about his complicated history with swearing, we hear Carrot Girl: A Story of Redemption, Nolan shares something he never told anyone, and the last hour is therapy. It’s a crazy long one, but we hope you enjoy! The Kyle-zilla pic won’t upload to this site, so you […]
2018-04-164h 072018-04-134h 07Hanging Out with Nolan Hong049_Gayle HongIt’s Nolan’s mom! She shares stories of growing up the only girl with four brothers, her adventures in the Air Force, living in Alabama and Taiwan, and raising Nolan as a single parent while working in the family restaurant.
2018-04-091h 162018-04-091h 16Hanging Out with Nolan Hong046_ Heather PieruckiHeather is the Director of Behavioral Health at Helping Hands Hawaii. We talk about moving from Chicago to Arizona to Kalihi, tattoos, Myspace, and her career in therapy and case management. Nolan ends with the most real outro ever. Jamie refuses to edit.
2018-03-191h 27Hanging Out with Nolan Hong040_Road TripNolan & past guest Matt Chong talk about attending a Hollywood red carpet movie premiere, how they each got into comics, Marvel vs DC, and their attempt to buy light-up sneakers. Apologies for the road noise, they recorded on the drive from LA to Vegas.
2018-02-061h 49Hanging Out with Nolan Hong034_Grant SumileGrant Sumile is an architect and Jamie’s middle brother. We get his view on Nolan’s proposal to Jamie, how went from academic probation at UH to becoming a partner at an architecture firm, and we get a quick history of breakdancing in Hawaii. Projects by Grant and Darin’s company, ADM Retail Planning & Architecture
2017-12-251h 47Hanging Out with Nolan Hong017_Rob DeMelloRob DeMello is the sports director at KHON2. He shares how he went from struggling in high school to getting a full-ride at HPU. We talk about co-parenting, UFC in Hawaii, and Nolan reminds another guest about another embarrassing story. LINKS Rob’s reporting at KHON Facebook Twitter Instagram
2017-08-281h 39Hanging Out with Nolan Hong016_Jen LieuJen Lieu is a marketing specialist, but we talk about growing up with a strict Chinese tiger mom. Imagine having to recite the multiplication table if you want to eat dinner. That was Jen’s life. And kind of Nolan’s too. Hilarity ensues. Enjoy!
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