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Host: Shawn Spruce
Edith Kanaka’ole (Kanaka Maoli) was an acclaimed composer, chanter, hula dancer and educator. Her work in Hawaiian cultural and language revitalization helped strengthen Indigenous Hawaiian culture, science, identity and sovereignty. Her image will be featured on U.S. quarter coins in 2023. We take this hour to learn more about the legacy of “Aunty” Edith Kanaka’ole.
GUESTS
Nalani Garmon (Kanaka Maoli); grandchild and vice president of the Edith Kanaka’ole Foundation
Kaui Kanaka’ole (Kanaka Maoli); granddaughter and executive director of ala Kukui
Hunani Joaquin, granddaughter and secretary of the Edith Kanaka’ole Foundation
Break 1: Aia lā ‘o Pele (Mele Honoring Pele) (song) ‘Iolani Luahine (artist) Ancient Hula Hawaiian Style: Vol. 1 Hula Kuahu (album)
Break 2: In the Balance (song) Sharon Burch (artist) Touch the Sweet Earth (album)
