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Eia Hawaii Podcasts
A lecture series aimed at developing a
Hawaiian world view at UH Hilo
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Dr. Manu Meyer
‘Ike ‘Aina: Sustainability - 10/26/09.
`O ke ali`i ka `aina, `o ke kaua ke kanaka - Environment is the chief, man is the attendant
This `olelo no`eau poignantly describes how people must sustain a healthy environment in order to sustain a healthy life on these islands Dr. Meyer will focus on Indigenous sensibilities and the fundamental ideas found in `Ekolu Mea Nui: Mana`o`i`o - knowing through experience, Mana`olana - knowledge through deliberation, & Aloha - liberation through action.
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Dr. Jim Kauahikaua
Volcanology - 9/28/09
Pele is the volcano, Pele is the lava, Pele is geology. Finding knowledge within the stories of Pele and her clan assists Dr. Kauahikaua with identifying the signs of eruptions. Come listen to Dr. Kauahikaua‘s presentation about the research he is doing in mo‘olelo and kupuna journals to help scientists predict future eruptions.
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Dr. Sam Gon
Hawai‘i Kua Uli – Hawai‘i of The Verdant Back- 8/31/09
A Tour of the Diverse Ecosystems of the Hawaiian Islands.
Come join us for a virtual huaka‘i through the many ecosystems of the Hawaiian Archipelago. The trek will go from the coast, up through forested flanks, to the snowy summits, then from alpine lake Waiau down through the streams, and into the sea, and from our surface waters, past rich coral reefs, to the inky depths, and even underground into our subterranean regions. Dr. Gon’s presentation is a blend of scientific & cultural takes on the natural systems, plants & animals that reside in each environment, and together form the foundation of Hawaiian culture.
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Dr. Pualani Kanaka'ole Kanahele
Papakū Makawalu- Monday, April 27th, 2009.
A presentation by Dr. Pualani Kanahele on Papakū Makawalu, a defined process for understanding the systematic comprehension of Kanaka. Papakū is the foundation of Kanaka Hawai'i knowledge, and Makawalu is the depth and scope of that knowledge.
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Jeffrey Yin
Our Global Kuleana: Climate Change and Renewable Energy - Monday, March 30th, 2009.
The affects we have on our environment and humankind here in Hawai`i has global implications; therefore our kuleana to the environment is global as well. By harnessing renewable sources of energy we have the opportunity to balance our modern society's consumption of energy with our kuleana to malama`aina. Dr. Yin is a native of Honolulu; his research contributions on weather have assisted NOAA as well as renewable energy companies in the US.
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Carlos Andrade
Ha'ena: Through the Eyes of the Ancestors- Monday, March 2nd, 2009.
Carlos Andrade presents his newest publication, detailing his work on Ha'ena, Kaua'i. Dr. Andrade's book blends folklore, geography, history, and ethnography, to understand the rich history of the `ahupua'a of Ha'ena.
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Kali Fermantez
Re-placing Hawaiians: Empowering Sense of Place and Identity in Wai`anae- Monday, February 23rd, 2009.
Kanaka sense of self is strongly tied to Kanaka sense of place. Reconnecting to these ancestral places empowers cultural identities and enables Kanaka to overcome marginalization in our own homelands. Dr. Fermantez is a native of Hau`ula, O`ahu. His studies encompass Oceanic ways of knowing and its mobilization in postcolonial context.
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Keanu Sai
A Political Science Perspective of the Hawaiian Kingdom Since the 19th Century- Thursday, February 19th, 2009.
This presentation reframes the legal status of the Hawaiian Islands by employing legal and political theories that seek to explain Hawaiian modernity and international relations since the 19th century. This presentation challenges the core assumptions about the history of law and politics by providing a legal analysis of Hawaiian sovereignty under international law.
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Kawika Tengan
Native Men Remade: Gender and Nation in Contemporary Hawai'i - Monday, February 9th, 2009.
Dr. Ty Kawika Tengan, Associate Professor of Anthropology and Ethnic Studies at UH Manoa will discuss his recently published book, Native Men Remade: Gender and Nation in Contemporary Hawai'i. The book is an ethnography of a Hawaiian men's cultural group and describes and analyzes the ways in which indigenous men remake their cultural and gender identifies.
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Tamati Reedy & Linda Tuhiwai Smith
Indigenous Maori Education - Thursday, November 20th, 2008
Linda Tuhiwai Smith is curent Pro-Vice Chancellor Maori at the University of Waikato & author of "Decolonising Methodologies: Research & Indigenous Peoples." Tamati Reedy was the Chief Executive & Secretary for the N.Z. Maori Affairs Dept in the 1980's & was awarded the 1990 N.Z. medal for his services. He has recently retired as Pro Vice-Chancellor Maori at the University of Waikato. He has published widely on Maori language education.
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Kathy Kawelu
A Sociopolitical History of Hawaiian Archaeology - Monday, October 22nd, 2007
Contemporary issues in Hawaiian archaeology are discussed within a context of the development of the discipline of anthropology in the islands. Accounts of past events are presented through contemporary interviews with Hawaiians.
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Richard Likeke Paglinawan
Preserving and Perpetuating the Hawaiian Culture - Monday, September 17, 2007
Hawaiian cultural authority and 'Olohe Lua (Hawaiian fighting arts master) committed to preserving and perpetuating the Hawaiian culture speaks about Hawaiian Spirituality, and how the beliefs and practices of our Hawaiian ancestors have continued relevance in today's society.
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Jennifer Goodyear-Kaopua Ph.D, Guy Kaulukukui, Nalei Kahakalau, Skippy Ioane
University of WHAT? - A Panel Discussion on Hawaiianizing the University of Hawai'i -Wednesday April 18th, 2007
Are we really the University of Hawai'i? How would a visitor to a class here know that? What have our graduates gained from coming here that they can't get at other institutions? 5 experts in Hawaiian academics and community activism participate in a panel discussion on the topic of Hawaiianizing the University of Hawaii.
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Aaron Mahi
The Legacy of King David Kalakaua, the Merrie Monarch - Monday, April 9th, 2007
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Puhipau, Kaliko Mai'i
Hawaiian Perspective Through Media - Thursday, April 5th, 2007
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Jacquelyn Pualani Johnson
Hawaiian Perspective Through Performing Arts - Thursday, March 20th, 2007
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Levon Ohai, Isaia Kealoha
Hawaiian Perspective Through Medicine - March 8th, 2007
Two experts, one from Kaua'i, and one from Puna, share their knowledge of Hawaiian Medicine.
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Dr. Laiana Wong, Hiapo Perreira
World View Through Hawaiian Language - February 23, 2007
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Keone Nunes
Hawaiian Aesthetics in Tatooing - February 8th, 2007
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Maile Andrade
Hawaiian Aesthetics in Art - December 1, 2006
What is Hawaiian aesthetics? How does it translate into Hawaiian art today? Maile Andrade along with other Native Hawaiian artists assisted with the development of the Native Hawaiian Cultural Trademark Study. The study is a way to promote greater authenticity throughout the entire Hawaiian cultural arts industry
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Keanu Sai
Politics and the Hawaiian Kingdom - November 30th, 2006
The introduction of western style politics to the Hawaiian Kingdom and Hawaii's resultant recognition as a sovereign nation.
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Dr. Kamana'opono Crabbe
Masculinity - November 16th, 2006
A discussion on the issues of Native Hawaiian male leadership, with a focus on the cultural history and the role of Native Hawaiian men past, present, and future.
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Dr. Taupōuri Tangarō
Hawaiian Spiritualism and its Manifestations - October 26th, 2006
What is Spiritualism? What is Hawaiian Spiritualim? What are its manifestations? What is the value of its continuance? A foundation to revisit, reaquaint, and recover Hawaiian spiritualism for current, modern day lifestyles.
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Dr. Kapā Olivera & Dr. Carlos Andrade
Traditional Hawaiian Perceptions on Malama 'Aina - October 2, 2006
An in depth discussion about the ways human beings relate to one another and the world we inhabit, as well as how these ancestral perceptions can offer options for contemporary resource management.
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Richard Paglinawan & Keani Kaleimamahu
The Revival of Lua, and its Philosophical Foundation - September 7th, 2006
These men have made it their life's ursuit to share and educate others about Lua, the Hawaiian fighting art. The revival of Lua and its philosophical foundation has contributed to regenerating an emphasis on cultural values, self-esteem, and spiritual balance.
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Additional Media
Through the Generations: Identifying and Protecting Cultural Places
Video by the US Department of Agriculture, the Natural Resources Conservation Service, US Department of the Interior, the National Park Service, and other governmental agencies.
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