Good public policy requires solid research and a philosophy that serves the public’s best interests. Malia Blom Hill discusses how Grassroot Institute helps educate policymakers and the public in practices that are good for society and the economy. ThinkTechHawaii.com streams live on the Internet from 12:00 noon to 5:00 pm every weekday afternoon, Hawaii Time, […]
The Jones Act, Puerto Rico and Hawaii – Andy Blom
Live from Washington DC, Andy Blom discusses how the Jones Act has played a major role in sinking Puerto Rico’s economy. Andy and Keli’i explore how Hawaii is also impacted by the Jones Act and what can be done about it. ThinkTechHawaii.com streams live on the Internet from 12:00 noon to 5:00 pm every weekday […]
Hawaii’s Low Economic Competitiveness – Rich States, Poor States – Jonathan Williams
onathan Williams and Keli`i Akina discuss how the State of Hawaii`s fiscal policies compare with those of the 49 other states. They will analyze why Hawaii continues to be ranked near the bottom for economic competitiveness and what can be done to reverse this trend. ThinkTechHawaii.com streams live on the Internet from 12:00 noon to […]
Farming Entrepreneurs – Steven Chiang
In the face of Hawaii`s declining agricultural industry, one effort is making some headway. GoFarm Hawaii director Steven Chiang and host Keli`i Akina discuss how a new generation of farmers is being equipped to succeed. ThinkTechHawaii.com streams live on the Internet from 12:00 noon to 5:00 pm every weekday afternoon, Hawaii Time, then streaming earlier […]
Hawaii’s Christian Heritage – Leon Siu
Just as the United States drew upon Judeo-Christian principles for its founding philosophy, so too did the Hawaiian Kingdom. Hawaiian community leader Leon Siu discusses with Keli`i Akina the historic relationship between Christianity and Hawaiian history. ThinkTechHawaii.com streams live on the Internet from 12:00 noon to 5:00 pm every weekday afternoon, Hawaii Time, then streaming […]
Solving the Housing Crisis Through Land Use Reform with Randal O’Toole and Joe Kent
A Grassroot research report shows that Hawaii land use policies discriminate unfairly against minorities and the poor. Economist Randal O`Toole, the author of the report, and Keli`i Akina discuss how an existing federal law could correct land use policy, resulting in much needed affordable housing. ThinkTechHawaii.com streams live on the Internet from 12:00 noon to […]
Hawaii Agriculture Requires Leadership
Learn about land use concerns through a call for action to protect Hawaii’s cropland and our farmers. ThinkTechHawaii.com streams live on the Internet from 12:00 noon to 5:00 pm every weekday afternoon, Hawaii Time, then streaming earlier shows through the night. Check us out any time for great content and great community. Our vision is […]
Politics in Hawaii – Colin Moore
Keli`i Akina and Colin Moore take a candid look at Politics in Hawaii. Whether you are Democrat, Republican, Libertarian, Independent, or something else, here is information you`ll want to know. ThinkTechHawaii.com streams live on the Internet from 12:00 noon to 5:00 pm every weekday afternoon, Hawaii Time, then streaming earlier shows through the night. Check […]
Meet the Candidates: Alan Yim and Anthony Higa
Keli`i Akina launches a series of political interviews with candidates for Hawaii offices in 2016. Alan Yim is running for Congress as a Libertarian, and Anthony Higa is running for the State House as a Libertarian. ThinkTechHawaii.com streams live on the Internet from 12:00 noon to 5:00 pm every weekday afternoon, Hawaii Time, then streaming […]
A Public Intellectual of Hawaii: Panos Prevedouros
Host Keli`i Akina picks the brain of Panos Prevedouros, a public intellectual who brings research and logic to bear upon public policy. Often contrarian to prevailing wisdom, Panos is a powerful voice on issues ranging from transportation and the environment to politics and education. ThinkTechHawaii.com streams live on the Internet from 12:00 noon to 5:00 […]