The new podcast version of the popular Hawaii radio show. While practicing appropriate social distancing, sportscasters Kanoa Leahey and Jordan Helle "talk story" about the serious and not-so serious issues both in and around the world of sports.
Episodes
Wednesday Dec 23, 2020
Wednesday Dec 23, 2020
KHON2 Sports Director Rob DeMello joins the holiday edition of the podcast to discuss the big news regarding Aloha Stadium suspending the hosting of events, UH vs UH in the New Mexico Bowl, the challenge of covering local sports during the pandemic, and his thoughts on the imbalance in college football between the Power 5 and Group of 5 schools. Plus Jordan and Kanoa share their opinions of the stadium news and a possible Marcus vs Tua matchup in the NFL. And as always they end the show with the year's final "Best and Worst".
Wednesday Dec 16, 2020
Wednesday Dec 16, 2020
University of Hawaii linebacker Darius Muasau is the guest for this episode. He reflects on his prolific season, his 1st Team All-Mountain West selection and what motivates him to perform on the field. Kanoa and Jordan start off the show discussing their preference for the new nickname for the Cleveland baseball team before getting into the surprise New Mexico Bowl bid for UH football, quarterback McKenzie Milton choosing to transfer to Florida State, the return of college hoops to the islands (including an all-time victory for Hawaii Pacific University), and the end of Ilima-Lei Macfarlane's reign as champion in Bellator. Plus, as always, the fellas end the show with their "Best and Worst".
Wednesday Dec 09, 2020
Wednesday Dec 09, 2020
Former Lahainaluna basketball standout Cameron Fernandez discusses how an on-court collision in her freshman year of college changed her life and led to a severe battle with depression and suicidal thoughts. After a harrowing recovery, Cameron now hopes to inspire others suffering from mental health challenges to to seek the necessary help. Plus, Kanoa and Jordan talk big picture about the Hawaii football team's 3-4 record; the anticipated tip-off of the UH basketball season without senior leader Samuta Avea, who opted out; the World Surf League kicking off the 2021 men's and women's tours in Hawaii; and as always, their "Best and Worst".
Thursday Dec 03, 2020
Thursday Dec 03, 2020
Billy Hull of the Honolulu Star-Advertiser serves as guest host with Jordan to discuss everything from UH football's notable victory over Nevada, to the latest headlines regarding Hawaii's top MMA fighters, to a recap of Mike Tyson versus Roy Jones Jr, as well as the surging dominance of former Pearl City standout Zion Tupuola-Fetui on the gridiron for the Washington Huskies. Chaminade head coach Eric Bovaird makes guest appearance to talk about, among other things, this strange mainland iteration of the Maui Invitational and the challenges of the upcoming college basketball season. Jordan and Billy then end the show with their "Best and Worse".
Tuesday Nov 24, 2020
Tuesday Nov 24, 2020
Sports/news writer and podcaster Brian "B-Mac" McInnis joins the show as a guest co-host along with Jordan Helle. The duo talk about the latest loss for the University of Hawaii Football team...the drama of the NBA draft and free agency..the outlook for the upcoming college basketball season...and they share their favorite memories of the Maui Invitational, which is set to be played this year in North Carolina. Plus, they close the show with their "Best and Worst".
Wednesday Nov 04, 2020
Wednesday Nov 04, 2020
KHON2 News anchor/reporter Sam Spangler joins the podcast to reflect on his experience covering a record-breaking election night in Hawaii. He also recalls his days as a pitcher at the University of Hawaii where he won a WAC championship alongside teammate and 2-time Gold Glove winner Kolten Wong. Plus, Kanoa and Jordan share their questions regarding the UH football team after its loss at Wyoming, react to Tua Tagovailoa's first career pro start for the Dolphins, the ramifications of Trevor Lawrence missing time due to a positive COVID test, and their "Best and Worst".
Monday Oct 26, 2020
Monday Oct 26, 2020
The great Kristi Yamaguchi joins the show to discuss her memories of Olympic figure skating triumph, her affinity for the islands and the work of her Always Dream Foundation, which focuses on children's literacy. Prior to that, the fellas reflect on the Rainbow Warrior football team's season opening win at Fresno State...the tumultuous debut of Taulia Tagovailoa at Maryland...redemption for Clayton Kershaw...does Khabib Nurmagomedov go down as the GOAT...and as always, their "Best and Worst".
Tuesday Oct 20, 2020
Tuesday Oct 20, 2020
Gold glove candidate Isiah Kiner-Falefa joins the show to reflect on his breakthrough season with the Texas Rangers. The Mid-Pacific Institute alum also shares his thoughts on the evolution of the game and who might hold the advantage in the World Series matchup between the Rays and Dodgers. Plus...Kanoa and Jordan discuss "Tua Time" as the Miami Dolphins elect to make Tua Tagovailoa the starting quarterback going forward. They also react to no fans being allowed at Aloha Stadium for University of Hawaii home football games this season. And as always...they close the show with their "Best and Worst".
Wednesday Oct 14, 2020
Wednesday Oct 14, 2020
ESPN college basketball analyst Mark Adams joins the show to discuss, among other things, his recent article calling for changes he feels are needed in the coaching profession in light of the recent allegations of misconduct and abuse by Wichita State head coach Gregg Marshall. Kanoa and Jordan also engage in Lebron legacy talk, the reaction to the Day Prescott injury, the national TV schedule for UH football, and as always...their "Best and Worst" to close the episode.
Wednesday Oct 07, 2020
Wednesday Oct 07, 2020
Travis Chock, co-founder and CEO of nationally-renowned baseball lifestyle brand, Baseballism, joins the podcast to discuss going from an aspiring ballplayer growing up in Makiki to a man running a multi-million dollar business. He shares how Baseballism has coped with the pandemic and his plans to grow the business even further. Plus, Kanoa and Jordan talk about whether or not an asterisk is necessary for the soon-to-be crowned NBA champ...the impact of Todd Graham's public vote of confidence for quarterback Chevan Cordeiro...what the NFL should do in response to a series of positive Covid tests around the league...and as always, their "Best and Worst".