LESSONS FROM THE PAST ON VOICES OF TRUTH - ONE-ON-ONE WITH HAWAI`I'S FUTURE
Our focus this week again is on the island of Kaua`i – past and the present.
The Superferry issue won’t go away and neither will the protestors. A showdown is looming.
The only question remaining is will the people of that island be able to have a say in their future or will another multi-million dollar foreign corporation once again impose its iron will with the help of the US occupying force – simply for profit?
We have a brand new Voices Of Truth show this week featuring Maurice “Mo” Majors.
Maurice isn’t just another archaeologist, but someone who makes the past spring up before your eyes.
He’s worked for years in Nu`alolo Kai valley, as beautiful as it is remote, striving to restore the ancient settlement of a thousand years ago.
So we packed up our gear and followed Mo into Nu`alolo Kai and found a place that took our breath away.
It got us thinking about what lessons the past has for us with respect to the present.
How would the Kanaka Maoli (native Hawaiian) of old deal with an intruder like the Superferry?
And as important, would those from outside Kaua`i, the island that was never conquered nor surrendered, dare try?
We invite you to come along with us this week as we travel into Nu`alolo Kai valley and discover far more than we bargained for on Voices Of Truth – One-On-One With Hawai`i’s Future.
MONDAY, September 17th At 7:00 PM & FRIDAY, September 21st At 5:30 PM – Hawai`i Island – Na Leo, Channel 53
“Artistic Voyage – A Visit With Joanne Kahanamoku Sterling”
Joanne Kahanamoku has been an integral part of the Hawaiian Renaissance from the start.
Born and raised during her childhood years in Tahiti, she traveled to join her renowned Kanaka Maoli `ohana (family) in Hawai`i as a young person.
Always independent and impetuous, Joanne has pushed the envelope in every phase of her life distinguishing herself in challenging physical activities, including surfing and swimming.
She joined the Hokule`a project during the design phase and later became one of the first wahine to crew in the early voyages.
Currently she focuses her energy and talent in Lei Hulu, the traditional feather arts, adapting them into contemporary expressions of her own creativity.
Don’t miss our visit with this remarkable wahine Kanaka Hawai`i Maoli. Recently recognized by her peers and the Bishop Museum as a Living Treasure, Joanne inspires us to see what we can all become if we just follow our passion and vision.
TUESDAY, September 18th At 6:30 PM & WEDNESDAY, September 19th At 6:30 AM – Maui – Akaku, Channel 53
THURSDAY, September 20th At 8:30 PM & FRIDAY, September 21st At 8:30 AM – Kaua`i – Ho`ike, Channel 52
SATURDAY, September 22nd At 8:00 PM – O`ahu - ‘Olelo, Channel 53
“From The Atlantic To The Pacific – A Visit With Maurice Major”
Maurice “Mo” Major was born and raised very far from Hawai`i - on the Atlantic side of the North American continent in Virginia.
After graduating with a degree in anthropology, Mo and his college sweetheart began their married life in Hawai`i, the most remote location they could travel to without a passport, way out in the middle of the Pacific Ocean.
Holding an archaeology permit from the State Historic Preservation Division, Mo specializes in research, stabilization and preservation of ancient Hawaiian sites.
His passion is the stunning beauty of remote and historically significant Nu`alolo Kai valley on the Na Pali coast of Kaua`i and his real gift is making the ancient past of Nu`alolo Kai come alive right before your eyes.
Mo’s been involved with Nu`alolo Kai archaeological work and Na Pali Coast `Ohana since 1996, and is primary author of both the archaeological inventory report and preservation plan for this amazing site.
Even when family obligations required Mo’s return to the family homestead in Virginia, he continued volunteering with Na Pali Coast `Ohana - collaborating by internet on short and long-term strategies, plans and reports.
If you’ve ever wondered what it would be like to go back in time to the days of ancient Hawai`i, don’t miss our incredible visit with Mo as we travel with him into Na Pali Coast Park, a breathtaking wilderness area on the north shore of the island of Kaua`i, along 12 miles of undeveloped shoreline. It’s a trip you’ll never forget.
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