January 26, 2026
Leilani and Jimmy talk with the first mayoral candidates to announce theyʻre running for Kauaʻi mayor in 2026. Both of these candidates have long careers in politics and public service. Lei and Jimmy asked them questions regarding Kauaʻiʻs top issues and also took some live questions from listeners calling in. Formal papers will be pulled for candidacy on February 9.
January 23, 2026
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Anni got to talk with reps from Conservation Dogs Hawaii, Gary, Lance, and Kim (and Minnow). They talked about how their dogs got jobs in the conservation world by sniffing out coconut rhinoceros beetles in mulch piles around Kauaʻi. Their sensitive noses are trained to find them and their humans are trained to know when theyʻve found CRB larvae. Learn about the program from this fascinating chat from Talk Story Radio. Questions? Email kauaicrbk9@gmail.com.
December 24, 2025
The Watering Holeʻs Andrew presents an informal chat with comedian, actor, writer, film producer, and all around great guy, Steven Wright. Steven talked comedy, process, and about his book, Harold. He is known for his distinctive lethargic voice and slow, deadpan delivery or ironic, philosophical and sometimes nonsensical jokes, paraprosdokians, nonsequiturs, anti-humor, and one-liners with contrived situations.
November 11, 2025
Join Kumu Kehau as she visits the Kauaʻi Society of Artists gallery to talk with conservationists Mike, Julia and Graham about the amazine manu and nahele of Kauaʻi. This was part of the “Wings and Woodlands: A Tribute to Native Birds and Forests” exhibition Nove 8-14 in conjunction with the Kauaʻi Forest Bird Recovery Project.
April 14, 2025
Makaʻala is joined by Lori Mull in studio to reprise their talk about the anthrax epidemic and the modern day implications for the Princeville community and the island as a whole. In the bottom of this photo about 1/3 from the right you can see KKCR headquarters.
March 20, 2025
Out of the Box with Jimmy sends Anni and Rodwin: Thursday, March 20 at the Kapaʻa Middle School Cafeteria, Congresswoman Tokuda addressed a standing room only crowd, answering questions and sharing her thoughts and progress in Washington.
March 10, 2025
Makaʻala talks with Lorraine Mull about the history, maps, and current day implications of the anthrax epidemic of the 1917 on the North Shore’s Princeville Ranch. The site of the buried infection is the Princeville golf course – right next to KKCR headquarters.
February 24, 2025
Living Sovereign: Aunti Nani attends update meeting at 5 pm on Monday, February 24, 2025 at Waipā Foundation meeting with Office of Hawai’ian Affairs, about Iwi Kūpuna Naue
November 04, 2024
Living Sovereign: Aunti Nani reports live and remote from Waipā Foundation meeting with Office of Hawai’ian Affairs, Kaua’i Planning Department, Department of Land & Natural Resources, Department of Health, State Historic Preservation Division about Iwi Kūpuna Naue
September 13, 2024
Linda Keale interviews Madison Makanakahaku Scott live on the air about Lei Hiwahiwa.
September 7, 2024
Our faithful Saturday host chats with Grateful Phreddy and David Gans. David is a GD aficionado and host of the Sirius Radio syndicated show The Grateful Dead Hour. He is both a musical journalist and a musician himself and a super great guy. Hear his stories with the guys here.
August 29, 2024
Hear giddy star struck Andrew conduct his first interview with Colin Mochrie and Asad Mecci, the masterminds behind Hyprov, a touring show that combines improv comedy with hypnosis. What could go wrong? Or so so right?
April 20, 2024
Peter Rowan stopped by the Back Porch to talk with Doc and Lex White prior to his show with Leftover Salmon at Anaina Hou. They talked philosophy of music, past albums, and other darn good stuff.
March 22, 2024
Eric Lee and Michael Keale talk story in the wake of Eric’s showcase at E Kanikapila Kakou. Find Eric Lee on our next production of KKCR’s Talk Story series.
March 5, 2024 – Basilando y Bailando
Fantuzzi played an amazing show with Kiah and the Cosmos at Art in the Park on March 1 and he joins Maneh in studio. Listen here!
January 31, 2024 – Kaua’i Vibrations
Tracey interviews Tanis Helliwell about her books, events, and thoughts. Tanis is the author of many books that you can find here. Live from the KKCR studio.
December 23, 2023 – Saturday Morning Classical’s Christmas Edition
2 hours of beloved holiday classics in the classical style presented by one of KKCR’s classic djs.
https://kkcr.org/archive/12.23.23 Saturday Morning Classical Christmas Edition
November 14, 2023 – Aina’ike on the Air with Kumu Kehaulani Kekua
Kumu Kehaulani Kekua talks story with John Ka`ohelauli`i. Reputed as Kaua`iʻs foremost Kumu Kōnane, John Ka`ohelauli`i has been teaching and inspiring learners of the traditional Hawaiian game for several decades now. He is a published author, and will soon be releasing his fourth literary work, “The Black Book Of Kōnane”. Ka`ohelauli`i sees kōnane as an exceptional tool and platform to perpetuate leadership skills, forward thinking and decision making.
September 22, 2023 -Mele No Ka ‘Oi with Linda
Guests: Raiatea HelmLinda is joined in studio with Hawaiian music vocalist extraordinaire Raiatea Helm on 9/22/23 about her new album “A Legacy of Hawaiian Song & String, Volume 1”.
JULY 5, 2023 – Kaua‘i Vibrations with Tracey
Guests: Rita and Patrick from the Center for Spiritual LivingTracey is joined at the KKCR studio by Rita and Patrick from CSL to talk about their new happenings.
JUNE 27, 2023 – Home Grown Garden Island Bluegrass Show with Mob Radio
Guests: Dode PrickettThe Sand Flies in the KKCR studio featuring Dode Prickett, Tod Walker, Andy Kravitz, Steve Gredel and Gene Fintz.
JUNE 22, 2023 – BEATBOX TIME MACHINE with TEYODE
Guests: Dode PrickettDJ Teyode in the KKCR studio with Dode, performer at Toddstock 75.
Tracey interviews Khentrul Lodrö T’hayé Rinpoche a Tibetan monk and director of Katog Choling, a nonprofit organization based in the United States.
Phreddy and Wavy discuss the epic Grateful Dead 2-9-73 Stanford show, all the breakouts that night, Wavy’s involvement with the Seva Foundation, Woodstock, Camp Winnarainbow, and more…
CANDIDATES INVITED: Lila Balmores Metzger, Addison Bulosan, Bernard Carvalho Jr., Luke Evslin, Ross Kagawa, KipuKai Kuali‘i and Shirley Simbre-Medeiros.
CANDIDATES INVITED: Fern Anuenue Holland, Felicia Cowden, Billy DeCosta, Nelson Mukai, Mel Rapozo, Roy Saito and Rachel Secretario.
JULY 28, 2022 – JUNGLE JUKEBOX with THOMAS
Thomas Kelleher interviews Timothy B. Schmit on the Jungle Jukebox – discussing his new album Day By Day. www.timothybschmit.com
JULYL 6, 2022 – EQUALLY SOVEREIGN with DR. KEAHI
Guests: Aunty Puanani Rogers, Liko Martin and Laulani TealeLive in the KKCR studio with the genuine, original, one and only world renown Liko Martin, patriot of our la hui, composer, musician and voice of freedom for the Hawaiian people! Epic!Playing music and discussing Hawaiian issues and sovereignty.
MAY 25, 2022 – EQUALLY SOVEREIGN with DR. KEAHI
Equally Sovereign Host Dr. Keahi Interviews Makana and Hi MakzDr. Keahi interviews Makana discussing sovereignty and music ahead of his Kaua‘i shows May 27 – 30th.
FEBRUARY 3, 2021 – Kaua‘i Vibrations with Tracey
GUEST: David Sancious
Rock & Roll Hall of Famer and Kaua‘i resident, David Sancious on KKCR’s Kaua‘i Vibrations with Tracy February 3, 2021. Find out more about him and his new album, “Eyes Wide Open” at his website: davidsancious.com
We are sad to let you know that Peter Cameron, The Commodore, host of the Loco Moco program, passed away with his good friend Satya by his side at 6:30pm, September 15, 2020. His good friend Michelle was a tremendous support to him in his last weeks. Peter’s radio career began in Connecticut in 1970 on WWEB. He was an announcer, caretaker and player for the Kaua‘i Polo Club for many years. He started at KKCR sitting in with Dennis MacCoumber on the Den on the I-10 program and became an official KKCR programmer in 2007. His Loco Moco program featured local artists, both their recordings and live performances in the studio. Rest in peace Commodore, you will be missed.
On June 5, 2019 he was featured on Interview with a Human, here is that interview:
JULY 14, 2020 – Kaua‘i Soapbox with Alanna and Marshall
GUEST: Rhonda Moore – host of systemic racism discussions on Hoike TV
JUNE 25, 2020 Out of the Box (Thursdays 4-6pm)
KKCR’s oUt oF THe bOx shOW
R & R in Paradise- Race & Relations on the Garden Isle
Hosts: Jimmy T and Dr. Keahi
Guests: Puanini Rogers, Raymond Catania, Marge Dente, Fred Dente, Michael Bonahan, Rick Sea, Alanna Le Sueur
JUNE 23, 2020 – Kaua‘i Soapbox with Alanna and Marshall
Special Pride Take Over Day – LGBTQ Issues and celebrating all things Pride! Guests: Chaia – YWCA Kaua‘i, KipuKai Kuali’i – YWCA Kaua‘i, Director of Operations, Emily Dunn, YWCA Kaua‘i Volunteer, Bianka Tasaka – Mālama Pono Health Services / YWCA Pride Inside event @kauaiprideparade ywcakauai.org / www.kauaiprideparade.com
JUNE 18, 2020 Out of the Box (Thursdays 4-6pm)
KKCR’s oUt oF THe bOx shOW
R & R in Paradise- Race & Relations on the Garden Isle
Hosts: Jimmy T and Dr. Keahi
Guests: Michael Bonahan (wisdomwindfall.com), Rick Sea, Alanna Le Sueur
Archive of Kumu Hula Kehaulani Kekua’s ʻĀINAʻIKE ON THE AIR program with discussion of Pono Kaulike – Piha Pono.
February 8, 2020
Grateful Phreddy interview with Melvin Seals, long time keyboardist with the Jerry Garcia Band. Melvin Seals and JGB played at Anainahou’s Porter Pavilion on February 14th. www.melvinsealsandjgb.com
Click here to listen
November 21, 2019
Thomas Kelleher interviews Timothy B. Schmit on the Jungle Jukebox – discussing his new single The Good Fight featuring Sheryl Crowe and life on Kauai. www.timothybschmit.com
Archive of Kumu Hula Kēhaulani Kekua’s Aina Ike on the Air program from July 16, 2019 featuring oli, mele, mana`o, mo`olelo, `ike kupuna, and more on the topic of Maunakea. From Kumu Kehau’s Facebook Post on 7/16/19: “Time and again, we find ourselves in a struggle to malama or care for/protect the places that are considered sacred to the Hawaiian people. So, I’d like to focus on sharing and expanding upon the oral traditions, beliefs and practices that elevate places like Maunakea to be of the highest accord.of sanctity to the Hawaiian people. And of course, the views and opinions that I will highlight and share is of my own, and not that of KKCR, its staff or underwriters. Sending pule of peace, love and protection for our kupuna, kia`i and kako`o who are on the front lines on the Mauna! Me ke ha`aha`a, Kumu Kehau”
King Zor with Ricky Farr
Archive of the May 24, 2019, King Zor’s Pau Hana Happy Hour with very special guest, Rikki Farr. For those of you who do not know of Rikki and his amazing work in the music industry, he was the producer of all three Isle of Wight music festivals in ’68, ’69, and ’70. The 1970 event was the largest congregation of human beings ever! At 650,000 people it was twice the size of Woodstock! And his involvement in the careers of the musicians of the time was in many ways an even greater achievement. It’s a great interview
Regular archives available HERE
January 26, 2026
Leilani and Jimmy talk with the first mayoral candidates to announce theyʻre running for Kauaʻi mayor in 2026. Both of these candidates have long careers in politics and public service. Lei and Jimmy asked them questions regarding Kauaʻiʻs top issues and also took some live questions from listeners calling in. Formal papers will be pulled for candidacy on February 9.
January 23, 2026
Screenshot
Anni got to talk with reps from Conservation Dogs Hawaii, Gary, Lance, and Kim (and Minnow). They talked about how their dogs got jobs in the conservation world by sniffing out coconut rhinoceros beetles in mulch piles around Kauaʻi. Their sensitive noses are trained to find them and their humans are trained to know when theyʻve found CRB larvae. Learn about the program from this fascinating chat from Talk Story Radio. Questions? Email kauaicrbk9@gmail.com.
December 24, 2025
The Watering Holeʻs Andrew presents an informal chat with comedian, actor, writer, film producer, and all around great guy, Steven Wright. Steven talked comedy, process, and about his book, Harold. He is known for his distinctive lethargic voice and slow, deadpan delivery or ironic, philosophical and sometimes nonsensical jokes, paraprosdokians, nonsequiturs, anti-humor, and one-liners with contrived situations.
November 11, 2025
Join Kumu Kehau as she visits the Kauaʻi Society of Artists gallery to talk with conservationists Mike, Julia and Graham about the amazine manu and nahele of Kauaʻi. This was part of the “Wings and Woodlands: A Tribute to Native Birds and Forests” exhibition Nove 8-14 in conjunction with the Kauaʻi Forest Bird Recovery Project.
April 14, 2025
Makaʻala is joined by Lori Mull in studio to reprise their talk about the anthrax epidemic and the modern day implications for the Princeville community and the island as a whole. In the bottom of this photo about 1/3 from the right you can see KKCR headquarters.
March 20, 2025
Out of the Box with Jimmy sends Anni and Rodwin: Thursday, March 20 at the Kapaʻa Middle School Cafeteria, Congresswoman Tokuda addressed a standing room only crowd, answering questions and sharing her thoughts and progress in Washington.
March 10, 2025
Makaʻala talks with Lorraine Mull about the history, maps, and current day implications of the anthrax epidemic of the 1917 on the North Shore’s Princeville Ranch. The site of the buried infection is the Princeville golf course – right next to KKCR headquarters.
February 24, 2025
Living Sovereign: Aunti Nani attends update meeting at 5 pm on Monday, February 24, 2025 at Waipā Foundation meeting with Office of Hawai’ian Affairs, about Iwi Kūpuna Naue
November 04, 2024
Living Sovereign: Aunti Nani reports live and remote from Waipā Foundation meeting with Office of Hawai’ian Affairs, Kaua’i Planning Department, Department of Land & Natural Resources, Department of Health, State Historic Preservation Division about Iwi Kūpuna Naue
September 13, 2024
Linda Keale interviews Madison Makanakahaku Scott live on the air about Lei Hiwahiwa.
September 7, 2024
Our faithful Saturday host chats with Grateful Phreddy and David Gans. David is a GD aficionado and host of the Sirius Radio syndicated show The Grateful Dead Hour. He is both a musical journalist and a musician himself and a super great guy. Hear his stories with the guys here.
August 29, 2024
Hear giddy star struck Andrew conduct his first interview with Colin Mochrie and Asad Mecci, the masterminds behind Hyprov, a touring show that combines improv comedy with hypnosis. What could go wrong? Or so so right?
April 20, 2024
Peter Rowan stopped by the Back Porch to talk with Doc and Lex White prior to his show with Leftover Salmon at Anaina Hou. They talked philosophy of music, past albums, and other darn good stuff.
March 22, 2024
Eric Lee and Michael Keale talk story in the wake of Eric’s showcase at E Kanikapila Kakou. Find Eric Lee on our next production of KKCR’s Talk Story series.
March 5, 2024 – Basilando y Bailando
Fantuzzi played an amazing show with Kiah and the Cosmos at Art in the Park on March 1 and he joins Maneh in studio. Listen here!
January 31, 2024 – Kaua’i Vibrations
Tracey interviews Tanis Helliwell about her books, events, and thoughts. Tanis is the author of many books that you can find here. Live from the KKCR studio.
December 23, 2023 – Saturday Morning Classical’s Christmas Edition
2 hours of beloved holiday classics in the classical style presented by one of KKCR’s classic djs.
https://kkcr.org/archive/12.23.23 Saturday Morning Classical Christmas Edition
November 14, 2023 – Aina’ike on the Air with Kumu Kehaulani Kekua
Kumu Kehaulani Kekua talks story with John Ka`ohelauli`i. Reputed as Kaua`iʻs foremost Kumu Kōnane, John Ka`ohelauli`i has been teaching and inspiring learners of the traditional Hawaiian game for several decades now. He is a published author, and will soon be releasing his fourth literary work, “The Black Book Of Kōnane”. Ka`ohelauli`i sees kōnane as an exceptional tool and platform to perpetuate leadership skills, forward thinking and decision making.
September 22, 2023 -Mele No Ka ‘Oi with Linda
Guests: Raiatea HelmLinda is joined in studio with Hawaiian music vocalist extraordinaire Raiatea Helm on 9/22/23 about her new album “A Legacy of Hawaiian Song & String, Volume 1”.
JULY 5, 2023 – Kaua‘i Vibrations with Tracey
Guests: Rita and Patrick from the Center for Spiritual LivingTracey is joined at the KKCR studio by Rita and Patrick from CSL to talk about their new happenings.
JUNE 27, 2023 – Home Grown Garden Island Bluegrass Show with Mob Radio
Guests: Dode PrickettThe Sand Flies in the KKCR studio featuring Dode Prickett, Tod Walker, Andy Kravitz, Steve Gredel and Gene Fintz.
JUNE 22, 2023 – BEATBOX TIME MACHINE with TEYODE
Guests: Dode PrickettDJ Teyode in the KKCR studio with Dode, performer at Toddstock 75.
Tracey interviews Khentrul Lodrö T’hayé Rinpoche a Tibetan monk and director of Katog Choling, a nonprofit organization based in the United States.
Phreddy and Wavy discuss the epic Grateful Dead 2-9-73 Stanford show, all the breakouts that night, Wavy’s involvement with the Seva Foundation, Woodstock, Camp Winnarainbow, and more…
CANDIDATES INVITED: Lila Balmores Metzger, Addison Bulosan, Bernard Carvalho Jr., Luke Evslin, Ross Kagawa, KipuKai Kuali‘i and Shirley Simbre-Medeiros.
CANDIDATES INVITED: Fern Anuenue Holland, Felicia Cowden, Billy DeCosta, Nelson Mukai, Mel Rapozo, Roy Saito and Rachel Secretario.
JULY 28, 2022 – JUNGLE JUKEBOX with THOMAS
Thomas Kelleher interviews Timothy B. Schmit on the Jungle Jukebox – discussing his new album Day By Day. www.timothybschmit.com
JULYL 6, 2022 – EQUALLY SOVEREIGN with DR. KEAHI
Guests: Aunty Puanani Rogers, Liko Martin and Laulani TealeLive in the KKCR studio with the genuine, original, one and only world renown Liko Martin, patriot of our la hui, composer, musician and voice of freedom for the Hawaiian people! Epic!Playing music and discussing Hawaiian issues and sovereignty.
MAY 25, 2022 – EQUALLY SOVEREIGN with DR. KEAHI
Equally Sovereign Host Dr. Keahi Interviews Makana and Hi MakzDr. Keahi interviews Makana discussing sovereignty and music ahead of his Kaua‘i shows May 27 – 30th.
FEBRUARY 3, 2021 – Kaua‘i Vibrations with Tracey
GUEST: David Sancious
Rock & Roll Hall of Famer and Kaua‘i resident, David Sancious on KKCR’s Kaua‘i Vibrations with Tracy February 3, 2021. Find out more about him and his new album, “Eyes Wide Open” at his website: davidsancious.com
We are sad to let you know that Peter Cameron, The Commodore, host of the Loco Moco program, passed away with his good friend Satya by his side at 6:30pm, September 15, 2020. His good friend Michelle was a tremendous support to him in his last weeks. Peter’s radio career began in Connecticut in 1970 on WWEB. He was an announcer, caretaker and player for the Kaua‘i Polo Club for many years. He started at KKCR sitting in with Dennis MacCoumber on the Den on the I-10 program and became an official KKCR programmer in 2007. His Loco Moco program featured local artists, both their recordings and live performances in the studio. Rest in peace Commodore, you will be missed.
On June 5, 2019 he was featured on Interview with a Human, here is that interview:
JULY 14, 2020 – Kaua‘i Soapbox with Alanna and Marshall
GUEST: Rhonda Moore – host of systemic racism discussions on Hoike TV
JUNE 25, 2020 Out of the Box (Thursdays 4-6pm)
KKCR’s oUt oF THe bOx shOW
R & R in Paradise- Race & Relations on the Garden Isle
Hosts: Jimmy T and Dr. Keahi
Guests: Puanini Rogers, Raymond Catania, Marge Dente, Fred Dente, Michael Bonahan, Rick Sea, Alanna Le Sueur
JUNE 23, 2020 – Kaua‘i Soapbox with Alanna and Marshall
Special Pride Take Over Day – LGBTQ Issues and celebrating all things Pride! Guests: Chaia – YWCA Kaua‘i, KipuKai Kuali’i – YWCA Kaua‘i, Director of Operations, Emily Dunn, YWCA Kaua‘i Volunteer, Bianka Tasaka – Mālama Pono Health Services / YWCA Pride Inside event @kauaiprideparade ywcakauai.org / www.kauaiprideparade.com
JUNE 18, 2020 Out of the Box (Thursdays 4-6pm)
KKCR’s oUt oF THe bOx shOW
R & R in Paradise- Race & Relations on the Garden Isle
Hosts: Jimmy T and Dr. Keahi
Guests: Michael Bonahan (wisdomwindfall.com), Rick Sea, Alanna Le Sueur
Archive of Kumu Hula Kehaulani Kekua’s ʻĀINAʻIKE ON THE AIR program with discussion of Pono Kaulike – Piha Pono.
February 8, 2020
Grateful Phreddy interview with Melvin Seals, long time keyboardist with the Jerry Garcia Band. Melvin Seals and JGB played at Anainahou’s Porter Pavilion on February 14th. www.melvinsealsandjgb.com
Click here to listen
November 21, 2019
Thomas Kelleher interviews Timothy B. Schmit on the Jungle Jukebox – discussing his new single The Good Fight featuring Sheryl Crowe and life on Kauai. www.timothybschmit.com
Archive of Kumu Hula Kēhaulani Kekua’s Aina Ike on the Air program from July 16, 2019 featuring oli, mele, mana`o, mo`olelo, `ike kupuna, and more on the topic of Maunakea. From Kumu Kehau’s Facebook Post on 7/16/19: “Time and again, we find ourselves in a struggle to malama or care for/protect the places that are considered sacred to the Hawaiian people. So, I’d like to focus on sharing and expanding upon the oral traditions, beliefs and practices that elevate places like Maunakea to be of the highest accord.of sanctity to the Hawaiian people. And of course, the views and opinions that I will highlight and share is of my own, and not that of KKCR, its staff or underwriters. Sending pule of peace, love and protection for our kupuna, kia`i and kako`o who are on the front lines on the Mauna! Me ke ha`aha`a, Kumu Kehau”
King Zor with Ricky Farr
Archive of the May 24, 2019, King Zor’s Pau Hana Happy Hour with very special guest, Rikki Farr. For those of you who do not know of Rikki and his amazing work in the music industry, he was the producer of all three Isle of Wight music festivals in ’68, ’69, and ’70. The 1970 event was the largest congregation of human beings ever! At 650,000 people it was twice the size of Woodstock! And his involvement in the careers of the musicians of the time was in many ways an even greater achievement. It’s a great interview
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