Rabbit Holes
In a world of headlines designed to distract, Rabbit Holes is here to investigate, analyze, and expose the stories that matter. Hosted by Kawika Hoke, this hard-hitting podcast dissects politics, pop culture, technology, conspiracy theories, Hawaiian issues, and the forces shaping our digital and physical worlds. Each episode cuts through misinformation, corporate spin, and media bias to bring you sharp analysis, expert interviews, and the kind of truth they don’t want you to question. From government cover-ups to social media shake-ups, we follow the facts—wherever they lead. No scripts. No talking points. Just the truth, with a skeptical eye and a sharp wit. 💡 Think critically. Stay curious. Watch where you step. 📢 New episodes weekly. Let’s go down the rabbit hole. 🚀
Episodes
Nov 5, 2022
Nov 5, 2022
1hr 7 min
Kawika talks with local candidates for the 2022 Hawai'i Mid-Term Election.
~Meet The Candidate~
Nikhilananda Nick | Hawai'i State House of Representatives (DISTRICT 13)
WEBSITE: https://friendsofnikhilananda.com/
Facebook: https://facebook.com/FriendsofNikhilananda
Twitter: https://twitter.com/NIKHILANANDA
E-Mail: nikhilananda@hawaiiantel.net
Maui County Charter Commission Voter Guide https://www.mauicounty.gov/DocumentCenter/View/134167/2022-06-24-Final-Digest
Green Party of Hawai'ihttps://www.greenpartyofhawaii.org/
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Rabbit Holes is Produced for Manawa Kau by Kawika Hoke & Sarah Rodriguez ©2022
Nov 4, 2022
Nov 4, 2022
36 min
Kawika has seen Black Adam and weighs in on the Man in Black's big-screen debut.
~Topics~
Black Adam Review: The Critics are WRONG!
James Gunn's DC Studios
Cameron Crowe's Dazzler
Super Mario Movie
Streaming Review: The Vow Season 2 (HBO Max)
Streaming Review: Quantum Leap (NBC/Peacock)
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Rabbit Holes is Produced for Manawa Kau by Kawika Hoke ©2022
Nov 2, 2022
Nov 2, 2022
37 min
Kawika talks about what's going on in the world this week.
~Topics~
Redefining The Republican Party
Shipping firm Maersk reports earnings and outlooks
Diesel Shortage
Recycling isn't working
Xiaomi reveals concept phone with a mount for Leica M lenses
Google Wordcrafthttps://wordcraft-writers-workshop.appspot.com/
Fans Create GoFundMe Pages for Kanye West
Elon Musk buys Twitter
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Oct 31, 2022
Oct 31, 2022
36 min
Kawika talks with local candidates for the 2022 Hawai'i Mid-Term Election.
~Meet The Candidate~
Noelani Ahia | Maui County Council (Wailuku)
WEBSITE: https://www.voteahia.com/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100082711474269
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/voteahia4mauicouncil
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@voteahia?lang=en
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB9o0lFS2QtO8HFVd5lKcCw
E-Mail: VoteAhia@gmail.com
Maui County Charter Commission Voter Guide https://www.mauicounty.gov/DocumentCenter/View/134167/2022-06-24-Final-Digest
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Rabbit Holes is Produced for Manawa Kau by Kawika Hoke & Sarah Rodriguez ©2022
Oct 30, 2022
Oct 30, 2022
14 min
Kawika covers Maui in his weekly update.
~Community Announcements~
Submit your community and non-profit announcements: https://forms.gle/1vWNTtAXPSjg3GuN8
News Tip Formhttps://forms.gle/9aUHfdZeDBSVtpDaA
ProArts Maui: Benthttps://thelittleboxoffice.com/proartsmaui/book/event/168990
Maui OnStage Presents: ONOMother Duck and the Golden Goose/Same Room: Different Storyhttps://mauionstage.thundertix.com/events/204695
Hawaiian Database WorkshopNov. 9 in the Charles Reed Bishop Learning Center from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on the Kamehameha Schools Maui campus
~Topics~
Have you voted yet?
Have you listened to candidate interviews?
Go VOTE!
MPD Deputy Police Chief retires at 10 months
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Oct 29, 2022
Oct 29, 2022
15 min
Kawika talks with local candidates for the 2022 Hawai'i Mid-Term Election.
~Meet The Candidate~
Shane Sinenci | County Council (East Maui)
WEBSITE: https://votesinenci.com/
Maui County Charter Commission Voter Guide https://www.mauicounty.gov/DocumentCenter/View/134167/2022-06-24-Final-Digest
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Rabbit Holes is Produced for Manawa Kau by Kawika Hoke & Sarah Rodriguez ©2022
Oct 29, 2022
Oct 29, 2022
43 min
Kawika catches up with local candidates for the 2022 Hawai'i Mid-Term Election.
~Meet The Candidate~
Sam Peralta | State Representative Kahului District 9
WEBSITE: https://www.samforhawaii.com/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077722179952
IG: https://www.instagram.com/samforhawaii/
YouTube: https://youtu.be/8PqR_Xk47_M
Twitter: https://twitter.com/samforhawaii
Maui County Charter Commission Voter Guide https://www.mauicounty.gov/DocumentCenter/View/134167/2022-06-24-Final-Digest
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Rabbit Holes is Produced for Manawa Kau by Kawika Hoke & Sarah Rodriguez ©2022
Oct 28, 2022
Oct 28, 2022
22 min
Kawika has a Black Adam review, but not the one you were expecting...
~Topics~
The Fans vs Rotten Tomatoes (Black Adam)
Kawika still hasn't seen Black Adam, wtf?
Game Review: DCUO - The Sins of Black Adam
Streaming Review: The Vow Season 2 (HBO Max)
Streaming Review: Quantum Leap (NBC/Peacock)
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Oct 26, 2022
Oct 26, 2022
14 min
Kawika talks about what's going on in the world this week.
~Topics~
America, you better vote next week!
The Pope Knows...
Apple to switch to USB-C
iPhone 15 Pro
US Financial Market Longterm Outlook
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Oct 25, 2022
Oct 25, 2022
25 min
Kawika catches up with local candidates for the 2022 Hawai'i Mid-Term Election.
~Meet The Candidate~
Robin Knox | Maui County Council South Maui
Website: https://robin4maui.com/
Email: Robin4Maui@gmail.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Robin4Maui
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Robin4Maui
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Oct 25, 2022
Oct 25, 2022
39 min
Kawika catches up with local candidates for the 2022 Hawai'i Mid-Term Election.
~Meet The Candidate~
Jordan Hocker | Maui County Council Upcountry
Website: https://www.hocker4mauicounty.com/
Email: Hocker4Hawaii@gmail.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/friendsofjordanhocker
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hocker4mauicouncil/
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Rabbit Holes is Produced for Manawa Kau by Kawika Hoke ©2022
Oct 24, 2022
Oct 24, 2022
49 min
Kawika interviews candidates for the 2022 Hawai'i Mid-Term Election.
~Meet The Candidate~
Angus McKelvey | State Senate District 6
Website: https://www.mac4senate6.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mac4senate6
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Rabbit Holes is Produced for Manawa Kau by Kawika Hoke ©2022
Oct 24, 2022
Oct 24, 2022
27 min
Kawika catches up with local candidates for the 2022 Hawai'i Mid-Term Election.
~Meet The Candidate~
Elle Cochran | West Maui State House of Representatives
WEBSITE: https://www.voteellecochran.com/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/voteellecochran
IG: https://www.instagram.com/voteellecochran
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Curiouser & Curiouser
Sarah Rodriguez is an Actress and On-Air Personality who's discovering something new every day and Kawika Hoke is the outspoken know-it-all who digs for deeper answers to the world's toughest questions.
Listen to new episodes every Sunday as they discuss what matters most while getting lost in the distractions that help us escape from the crazy reality we all have to wake up to together.
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