Aloha mai kākou,
PBS Hawai‘i is honored to present The Price of Paradise, a soul-stirring film inspired by journalist Alia Wong’s Civil Beat article, A Lost Child of Kalaupapa, about a woman who discovers the truth about where she came from.
Lindamae was born in Kalaupapa, Molokaʻi, once an isolated colony for people with Hansen’s Disease, and like many keiki born there, she too was taken at birth and placed for adoption. For the first 55 years of her life, she knew little about where she came from, but that all changed one day. This film tells the story of her journey of discovery, understanding and healing.
Hearing her story took me back to 1998, when I was sent to Kalaupapa to produce a special for KHON2 on the making of “Molokai: The Story of Father Damien.” I was blown away by Kalaupapa’s beauty, but also by its isolation and how thousands of people had suffered and died there. What stood out even more was watching the people of Kalaupapa share their very private lives with filmmakers with courage and grace. Their openness gave the film authenticity, and eventually, its heart.
About a year later, the film’s director had the Hawai‘i premiere on Moloka‘i so Kalaupapa residents could watch it together. The room was filled with smiles and tears and stories of the people who once lived, struggled and loved there. It was a powerful moment of deep connection.
I hope you’ll join us as PBS Hawaiʻi Presents The Price of Paradise on Thursday, November 13, at 8:30 pm.
The film is a reminder why knowing the truth matters… and why healing can only start with remembrance and respect.
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With aloha and gratitude,
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Ron Mizutani
President and CEO
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In this month’s ALANUI MELE podcast, host Kavet Omo talks story with producer John Iervolino who shares his hip-hop journey through the 1980s and ’90s and how it laid the ground work for his success and a partnership with Universal Music Group. Hear how this milestone propelled his Quiet Storm Records onto the national stage and eight best-selling albums, including Roots, Island Roots and Sudden Rush.
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ONO! Hawaiʻi’s Food Culture
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Shave ice takes the spotlight in this month’s ONO! Hawaiʻi’s Food Culture. From the evolution of flavors to texture, everyone has an opinion and a top choice of this longtime favorite of local families and visitors. Savor every moment as we take a closer look at the history of this cool, sweet treat and its power to bring generations together over a cup, a cone and a smile.
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Nā Mele: Joshua Kahula & Nuff Sedd
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Award-winning musicians Joshua Kahula & Nuff Sedd bring their innovative blend of reggae, island vibes and soulful melodies to the Nā Mele stage on November 24 at 7:30 pm. For many, the songs of Nuff Sedd evoke memories of simpler times and moments filled with joy, connection and aloha. Kahula hopes to reignite those feelings with his music, inspiring the next chapter of community healing and more aloha in the world.
And don’t miss out on our Nā-Mele-Thon Thanksgiving night. Enjoy the sounds of some of your favorite local music icons like Jerry Santos, Nā Leo Pilimehana, Robert Cazimero and Kuana Torres Kahele.
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National Program Highlights
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In a new MOLLY OF DENALI special, Molly and her Grandpa Nat travel to Hawaiʻi to learn about Mauna Loa. Molly makes a wish to see it erupt, but when her wish comes true, she looks to the story of Princess Ruth Keʻelikōlani’s offering to help find a way to stop it. Watch There is Pele anytime on pbskids.org.
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Country music star Trace Adkins joins the U.S. Army Field Band to host SALUTE TO SERVICE 2025: A VETERANS DAY CELEBRATION. The program also features the Six String Soldiers, opera singer Angel Blue, jazz vocalist Kurt Elling as well as profiles of veterans from across the nation and across generations.
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THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION is a six-part, 12-hour documentary by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt examining how America’s founding turned the world upside-down. An expansive look at the virtues and contradictions of the war and the birth of the United States, the film follows dozens of figures from a wide variety of backgrounds.
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Stream your favorite PBS shows and create your perfect watchlist by downloading the free PBS App. Looking for early access or to catch up on a previous season? Become a PBS Hawaiʻi member with a gift of $5 a month and get more with your PBS Hawaiʻi Passport.
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