Radio Hawaii

Surfing the electronic waves in Kaua‘i

Last week I found myself in the pleasant, air conditioned studio of Kaua‘i Community Radio. KKCR, a nonprofit radio station, provides listeners with intimate sounds of Hawai‘i and, connects local businesses to the community. I was on to talk about an organic farming course I took along with my teacher and two other graduates.

KKCR “supports the preservation, perpetuation and celebration of the Hawaiian culture.” Tuning in, you are likely to hear Hawaiian music which includes a talk story series. Wala‘au or “talk story” translates into reminiscing or communicating; this series gives Hawaiian musicians a platform to share their stories and songs. Local authors, news, politics and politicians are discussed and, you can hear our mayor play the ‘ukulele! Cultural topics such as the significance of historic towns, Hawaiian history, hula, spirituality, language, medicine and surfing are also covered daily. The website has a calendar listing community events, arts and entertainment.

Kaua‘i provides vast options for pleasure: visits to old Hawaiian villages and ancient ruins of Hawaiian ali‘i (royalty), botanical gardens, horseback riding, Hawaiian lu‘au, farm tours (including coffee and chocolate plantations) and whale watching are just a few. Visiting Hawai‘i can be like visiting another country; the rich culture, tongue-twisting language and exotic beauty mingle with the many activities and can throw you into a heady whirlwind of sensory stimulation!

Familiarizing yourself with the island means you can get the most from your trip and listening to this station is an easy way to do that. While you won’t hear advertisements for places to shop or dive, you will get a feel for the language, music and culture. If you have been here before and long for your next visit, listening is a good way to stay connected. Kaua‘i Community Radio can be heard on the internet at KKCR.org.

Posted by Marta Lane. Friend me on Facebook.

Published by Bruce Fisher

Since 2006 Bruce Fisher has been publishing the Hawaii Vacation Blog and the Hawaii Vacation Connection Podcast which create daily content about Hawaii Travel and Tourism. This Blog is the only online resource providing Hawaii-based information aimed at travelers seven days per week. postings reflect the Hawaiian Islands, their culture and their lifestyle as accurately and thoroughly as possible.

Entry Filed under: Customs, Practices and Pastimes,Hawaiiana,Kauai

August 19th, 2010

2 Comments Add your own

1. lin | August 20th, 2010 at 8:30 am

I agree, it’s always so great to actually get a feeling of knowing our islands. I believe it makes the trip all the more worthwhile. BTW congrats on your strive to being health conscious. I try to buy organic, but honestly haven’t made the time to make my own garden of goodies, should though my sis keeps pestering me about it.
2. Marta Lane | August 20th, 2010 at 9:12 pm

It’s very satisfying to be able to pick food straight from your garden or know where your food comes from! No worries about consuming food that might get recalled or you sick. Also, being on an island shines a light on how fragile our eco systems are and the impact we have on them.

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