Invasive species -- they’re a serious threat to all of us in Hawai’i. The struggle is real to protect our way of life. On this episode, we’ll home in on two types of invasive species. The Little Fire Ant, an ecological and agricultural pest, is considered one of the worst invaders that we have today. On Molokai, where gorilla ogo was first introduced as a potential food source, the community is fighting back to reclaim their shores. Outside Hawai`i is a program of the Malama Learning Center. Copyright Malama Learning Center 2021.

In our last episode, we introduced the Hawai’i Community Foundation’s Community Restoration Partnership, featuring outstanding non-profits restoring abundance in nature. On this episode, weʻll learn from four more non-profits across the island chain. We’ll go to the rich shorelines and reefs of Waihe’e, Maui and Pūpūkea on O’ahu’s north shore. And we’ll witness the perseverance of communities spanning generations at Hā’ena, Kaua’i, and Miloli’i, the last fishing village in Hawai’i. Outside Hawai'i is produced by Mālama Learning Center. Copyright 2021

Despite the grim news we hear everyday, there are bright lights to celebrate. In partnership with the Hawai’i Community Foundation, we are proud to share uplifting stories from local conservation groups across the islands. On this episode, weʻll learn from three non-profit organizations that are part of Hawai’i Community Foundation’s Community Restoration Partnership. We’ll see the impressive work of the Molokai Land Trust, the community-based volunteerism at Hui O Ko’olaupoko on Oʻahu, and a breathtaking approach to feed the community at Hui Mālama I Ke Ala Ulili on Hawai’i Island. Outside Hawai'i is produced by Mālama Learning Center. Copyright 2021

As people of the Pacific, we respect the ocean and treat it as our home. More than just a body of water, it provides us with food, recreation, natural and cultural resources, and much more. On this episode, we'll visit with people from across the islands who have a deep connection with the ocean. We'll witness a voyaging canoe's first sail in one of the most dangerous channels in Hawai'i. We'll see how children of Molokai gave their aloha to an endangered Hawaiian monk seal, and we'll hear a true story of how the ocean helped make a family whole. Outside Hawai'i is produced by Malama Learning Center. copyright 2021

The pandemic has encouraged us to turn our attention to how our local food systems -- the growing, distribution, and consumption of food -- could work better. On this episode of Outside Hawai'i, weʻll explore the true meaning of “farm to table.” We’ll go on a journey with Feed the Hunger Fund, which provides critical loans to help farmers and food entrepreneurs start and grow businesses. We’ll hear inspiring stories of three borrowers, from farm to restaurant. And we’ll end with a heartwarming story of two Laotian farmers who were refugees as children and are now growing and cooking food for the community. Copyright Mālama Learning Center. 2021

On this episode, we raise and honor the voices of our youth. We see how one high school student has motivated others to protect native trees. We learn how the Islander Scholars program brings together high school juniors from across the state to recognize them for their character and commitment to their communities. And we go across the Pacific to celebrate the 15th anniversary of the Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument. Outside Hawai'i is a program of the Mālama Learning Center. copyright 2021

Hawaii's current dependence on food from far away places is no secret, but fortunately, things are being done to change that. On this episode, we'll explore various ways that people are growing food - and families - using native intelligence. We'll visit an ancient fishpond on Molokai that has spawned restoration of fishponds throughout Hawaiʻi. We'll learn how the Kōkua Hawai'i Foundation brings the community together through a learning farm on the north shore of Oʻahu. And we'll talk with farmers who cook traditional Tongan dishes using produce straight from their family farm. Outside Hawaiʻi is produced by Mālama Learning Center.

Here in Hawaiʻi, people in various walks of life have responded to COVID-19 with aloha. On this episode, we’ll see how creativity brings people together while we distance ourselves physically. Weʻll witness how the close-knit community on Molokai came together to help those in need. And we’ll hear from Matt Yamashita, a local film-maker, who honors the late Cal Hirai, Outside Hawai’i’s founding Executive Producer.

On this episode of Outside Hawaiʻi, we explore plastic waste in the ocean coming from near and far. We’ll learn how native wildlife are seriously affected by plastic that we carelessly throw away, and how volunteers are cleaning up our beaches. And weʻll learn from musical artist Tavana McMoore and his friends, who are bringing attention to this problem. Whether in large pieces or small, plastic is a big threat to nature, and our well-being. Copyright Mālama Learning Center, 2021