Flypaper Brain
My mom likes to say that my brain is made of flypaper because of the way it captures disparate bits of knowledge. Perfect for your Oahu commute, this weekly podcast combines Hawaiian stories of place with science, language, and Catholicism.
Podcasting since 2022 • 5 episodes
Flypaper Brain
Latest Episodes
Manu o Kū
Downtown Honolulu is a great place to birdwatch, thanks to the Manu o Kū. The Hawaiian, scientific, and common names of Honolulu's Official "Bird of the City" have surprising connections to history, food, and family.
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Episode 2
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Kōlea
The start of the new school year coincides with the return of the kōlea. Examining the role of the Pacific golden plover in Hawaiian culture opens a window into what constitutes a "right relationship" with the world. The trio of stories, "Nā Al...
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Episode 1
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Episode 3: Kūhiō & Kalākaua
This was a long but fun episode with tons of information. Hope you enjoy it!I promised quite a few links, so here they are:an article on Alexander Cartwrigh...
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Episode 3
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45:58
Episode 2: Kālia
The SECOND episode! Karen accompanies you on a walk around Kālia, from Ala Moana Center to the Hilton Hawaiian Village, with an optional add-on to go "around the block" via Kalākaua Avenue and the Ala Wai Promenade, sharing bits and bobs from H...
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Episode 2
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Episode 1: Kālia to Ulukou
The FIRST episode! Karen accompanies you on a walk through Waikīkī from Kālia, near the Hilton Hawaiian Village, to Ulukou, at the Duke Kahanamoku statue, sharing bits and bobs from Hawaiian history in the hope of enhancing your exercise. This ...
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Episode 1
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