CARRIER OF THE CULTURE ON VOICES OF TRUTH - ONE-ON-ONE WITH HAWAI'I`S FUTURE
There are those who know something about a subject. Then there are those who have certain skill sets to make it happen.
But then there are those who take what they know and spread that knowledge far and wide.
There’s actually a term for those individuals – carriers.
A couple of seasons ago, we had Native Hawaiian practitioner Sabra Kauka on Voices Of Truth talking about her fascinating basket weaving skills.
This week she’s back in a brand new show sharing with us in both pictures and words what it was like to go to the Smithsonian in Washington, DC and participate as part of the Hawaiian weavers delegation in a critically acclaimed native basket weavers display.
And since she also happens to be a kapa maker herself on Kaua`i, she gives us a tour of the Bishop museum’s amazing contemporary kapa exhibit, showcasing the very best of today’s’ kapa makers and their one of a kind creations.
But Sabra doesn’t stop there.
To fully appreciate all she’s involved in, she also shares with us her involvement in the caretaking of Nu`alolo Kai valley on Kaua`i an ancient place of stunning beauty and history that few of us ever get to see firsthand.
Sabra’s definitely an example of someone who found her place to participate in keeping her culture alive.
So if you’re up for learning about some incredible and yet very practical works of art, be sure and catch Sabra this week.
And that’s what it’s about – inspiring us all to become active participants in creating a Free Hawai`i right here on Voices Of Truth – One-On-One With Hawai`i’s Future.
NEW PROGRAMMING CHANGE NOTES - Voices Of Truth – One-On-One With Hawai`i’s Future is now seen on Maui on Akaku, Channel 53 on Tuesday evenings at 6:30 PM and Wednesday mornings at 6:30 AM and across Hawai`i Island now on Channel 53, Na Leo at our regularly scheduled days and times.
MONDAY, April 2nd At 7:00 PM & FRIDAY, April 6th At 5:30 PM – Hawai`i Island – Na Leo, Channel 53
“A Journey Of Occupation – A Visit With Andre Perez"
What would it be like to be in the US military for eight years, then find yourself living on the streets?
That’s what happened to Andre Perez who went from one extreme to another.
And from the streets, he found his way into the Kaho`olawe occupation, which, by his own accounts, was a life-changing experience.
It had to be because Andre’s never at a loss for words when it comes to defending his people that led him to the next chapter of his life.
Currently the spokesperson for Hui Pu, as well as a Halau Lokahi teacher, Andre recently found himself in the middle of yet another occupation – the dramatic taking of `Iolani Palace last year by Hui Pu to publicly oppose the Akaka bill.
As we look to the future of Hawai`i, we’re sure you’ll agree with us that Andre and others like him will play a prominent role in it.
Don’t miss our visit with Andre who’s part of the new generation of warriors who are as fearless as they are articulate. You’ll see why he’s a role model for the `opio (youth) of today as well as a leader for tomorrow.
TUESDAY, April 3rd At 6:30 PM & WEDNESDAY, April 4th At 6:30 AM – Maui – Akaku, Channel 53
THURSDAY, April 5th At 8:30 PM & FRIDAY, April 6th At 8:30 AM – Kaua`i – Ho`ike, Channel 52
SATURDAY, April 7th At 8:00 PM – O`ahu - ‘Olelo, Channel 53
“Carrier Of The Culture – A Visit With Sabra Kauka”
Since Sabra lasted visited us on Voices Of Truth, she hasn’t stopped for a minute, doing what she does best – preserving the culture.
She shares with us in telling and pictures about her participation in the Smithsonian Folklife Festival in Washington, DC. as the leader of the Hawaiian weavers delegation for Carriers of Culture: Living Native Basket Traditions.
Then Sabra gives us a tantalizing review and much background information on the phenomenal Ho`okahi Kapa - the contemporary kapa exhibit at Bishop Museum with more incredible photos.
And finally if all that isn’t enough, she goes on to describe what very few have ever gotten to see firsthand on her own island - Nu`alolo Kai, an ancient Kaua`i valley left untouched for hundreds of years the way the people of old left it.
Don’t miss this incredible segment as Sabra describes her involvement in the caretaking of this amazing site on the Na Pali Coast. The entire show is filled with stories and photos you’ll long remember of all three events.
Voices Of Truth interviews those creating a better future for Hawai`i to discover what made them go from armchair observers to active participants in the hopes of inspiring viewers to do the same.
Those not in Hawai`i wishing to view the series may do so by visiting http://www.olelo.org and then clicking “NAT- Channel 53.” A screen should then display allowing you to see the show via live streaming.
Please refer to the ‘Olelo television programming notes above for segment times and titles.
All show times listed above are Hawai`i Standard Time (HST.)
