Hawaiʻi Conservation Kuleana is a new podcast offering listeners insights into the management of Hawaiʻi's natural, cultural, and historic resources. The first episode features DLNR Chair Dawn Chang and First Deputy Ryan Kanakaʻole discussing their backgrounds and motivations in leading the department.
“Through this podcast, we hope to share the story of our kuleana—our responsibility—to protect and preserve Hawaiʻi’s unique natural and cultural heritage,” said Chang. “It’s an opportunity to bring our community closer to the work we do, giving insight into DLNR’s divisions and programs.”
The podcast will include future episodes with leaders from each DLNR division as well as other experts, partners, agency representatives, and key figures in conservation.
DLNR Communications Director Dan Dennison remarked, “Our podcasts reflect DLNR’s commitment to transparency and education, and toward engaging the community, stakeholders and constituents in meaningful discussions about the future of Hawaiʻi’s natural and cultural resources.”
“Our goal is to tell our stories, to share both the successes and the challenges of the important work of the department,” added Chang.
Hawaiʻi Conservation Kuleana is accessible on major podcast platforms such as Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music. New episodes will be released on the second Monday of each month.