Even if our ‘From Hawaii With Love’ radio show is on break, we can’t resist dishing on Tropic Topics, the hottest topics in the Tropics.
Ukulele Steams Ahead with Train
One of Hawaii’s favorite instruments, the ukulele, has been making a more mainstream appearance outside of the Aloha State recently. With Jack Johnson and Jason Mraz strumming the ukulele along with their chart topping melodies, the ukulele has become an “it” sound in recent years. The ukulele’s most recent hit is Train’s “Hey, Soul Sister,” which has been climbing the Billboard charts since its debut last year. This week, it jumped from 23 to 7 on the Billboard Hot 100. Train’s Pat Monahan said that the ukulele “made the song sound right. When it was written … it [had] all the traditional rock instruments. Then a ukulele was brought out and changed the environment completely. When Jimmy plays all instruments, it’s really easy for me to sing to, but man when he’s playing the ukulele, I melt. I do. I melt.” Now, that’s how hot this Tropic Topic is! (more…)
Aloha, Johnny Depp!
Have you wondered what a tropical holiday season is like with no snow and temperatures in the 70s? In this episode of From Hawaii With Love, hosts Joy and Jenny share how Hawaii celebrates the holidays. They’ll talk about local holiday traditions, songs, food, festivities, and more. And, they’ll reveal more of their Hawaii holiday gift picks, all of which are available online. Plus, you’ll hear their holiday twists on regular show segments like Tropic Topics, the Westside Ocean Report, Hawaii Bites, and Live Aloha Today. To listen to the show, go to 
Here is our first set of 2009 Hawaii Holiday Gift Picks that we featured on our internet radio talk show “
In the Dec. 3 episode of From Hawaii With Love, you’ll meet Hawaii’s very own Mark Dacascos, who is most well known for performing as the Chairman in the Food Network hit show, “Iron Chef America.” Mark will share stories on his rise to stardom, including his Hollywood career in movies, “Iron Chef America” and “Dancing with the Stars.” You’ll hear about how his Hawaii upbringing influenced his success and his current endeavors, including filming “Samurai,” a documentary for The History Channel. He’ll also play “Hawaii 5-Go,” a speed round of five fun questions and answer the question we ask all of our guests: what’s the best lesson Hawaii can teach the world?
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