The Kupunawiki's Podcast

02/21/26 | Allen Gervacio | Kupuna Life In-Home Care

KupunaWiki Radio Show Episode 02/21/26 | Allen shares his journey to becoming a Supervisor at Kupuna Life and how his personal decision to serve kupuna in the community grew into a true passion for caregiving. He talks about what Kupuna Life offers through its in-home care services, helping seniors age in place with dignity, compassion, and dependable support. More than just caretaking, their team provides meaningful companionship and partners closely with families by taking on daily responsibilities for their loved ones. A unique part of their service is that care plans can be personalized to meet each kupuna’s specific needs, ensuring thoughtful and high-quality support every step of the way.

02/14/26 | Harrison Peters | Aged to Perfection

KupunaWiki Radio Show Episode 02/14/26 | Harrison shares how serving as a pastor to a small group of seniors inspired him to support Kupuna in the community. Hearing their stories and challenges led him to help create an Adult DayCare Community. He explains the services they provide to help Kupuna age comfortably, safely, and with dignity, and why having someone watch over them is so important. He also mentions that falls are one of the most common reasons Kupuna are hospitalized, as many become more prone to losing balance with age. Adult DayCare is a safer, healthier, and more affordable option for many families.

02/07/26 | Dr. Richard Ries | Clinical Psychologist and Child and Family Therapist

KupunaWiki Radio Show Episode 02/07/26 | Dr. Ries shares how he works with trauma, especially with Kupuna, and how he guides them through the healing process. He talks about settling in Hawaii and building his practice there over the years. His focus on deep, existential conversations is what sets him apart from other therapists. He highlights the strong compassion and deep ʻohana connections in Hawaii and explains why mental health is just as important as physical health. Dr. Ries also discusses psychological assessments, Lomi Lomi, and how cognitive decline affects end-of-life psychological care.

01/31/26 | Marian Gushiken | EAH Housing in Hawai‘i

KupunaWiki Radio Show Episode 01/31/26 | Marian shares her path into leadership at EAH Housing, one of the longest-standing nonprofit housing developers serving California and Hawaii for over 57 years. She discusses how EAH Housing preserves affordable communities and helps prevent housing from being converted to market-rate units, while supporting nearly 25,000 individuals and families. She also explains how their team balances development and operations to keep everything running smoothly. The episode highlights Aloha Iā Halewiliko, a new 140-unit affordable senior housing community in ‘Aiea, designed with parks, lounge spaces, and amenities that support aging with dignity.

01/24/26 | Tony Shi | Vice President of CAA Hawaii Cabinets

KupunaWiki Radio Show Episode 01/24/26 | Tony shares what makes his local Hawaii cabinet company different and how they keep costs low. He talks about his daily work and why safety upgrades are important. He explains ADA requirements and proper measurements to make homes safer for Kupuna. Also discusses how cameras, alarms, and detectors help families support Kupuna aging at home. He advises clients to prioritize essential upgrades within their budget and highlights how elevated platforms help in multi-level homes.

01/17/26 | Erin Wong | Property Manager

KupunaWiki Radio Show Episode 01/17/26 | Erin shares her journey into property management, with five years in real estate and two years as an active property manager. She discusses why Oʻahu’s real estate market remains strong and how property management continues to thrive. Erin explains how advisors' property management supports different types of properties while building meaningful, family-like relationships with tenants. She also introduces their new Asset Management service, designed to care for rental properties when landlords are away or unavailable. This episode highlights the value of being proactive, choosing the right tenants, and maintaining strong communication to care for both people and properties.

01/10/26 | Nova Ching | Mortgage Loan Officer

KupunaWiki Radio Show Episode 01/10/26 | Nova shares her passion for guiding families through the home financing journey. She discusses the different loan options available, how each one works, and the benefits they can offer depending on a buyer’s needs. Nova also emphasizes the importance of thoroughly understanding her clients’ goals, enabling her to narrow down options and recommend the best next steps to help them move forward with confidence.

01/03/26 | Brandon Lau and Andrew Leong | Real Estate Advisors

KupunaWiki Radio Show Episode 01/03/26 | Brandon Lau and Andrew Leong discuss their years of experience in the real estate industry and how they’ve successfully navigated changing market cycles. They explain how real estate advisors guide both sellers and buyers through every step of the process, ensuring informed and confident decisions. The conversation highlights how modern services have become more accessible and how advisors play a crucial role in connecting all parties involved in a transaction. They also emphasize that strong market knowledge benefits the entire community, particularly in effective negotiation. Additionally, Andrew Leong shares insights into launching his new company, Advisors Realty, and the fresh service model and approach it brings to the industry.

12/27/2025 | Troy Wada - INPAC Wealth Solutions

KupunaWiki Radio Show Episode 12/27/25 | Troy explains how seniors can use a 1031 exchange to move their investment funds into alternative options like Delaware Statutory Trusts (DSTs). He shares how this strategy can help reduce taxes while still generating income. He talks about how a 1031 exchange compares to selling a property outright, especially for long-term financial planning. He also explains how seniors can transition from active property management to earning passive income. Troy highlights the risks and challenges to consider before doing a 1031 exchange. Finally, he discusses how this strategy can affect estate planning and inheritance.

12/20/2025 | Geoff J. Sogi - Bonner Sogi & Associates, A Law Corporation

KupunaWiki Radio Show Episode 12/20/25 | Geoff talks about his work at Bonner Sogi & Associates, A Law Corporation, where he has been since 2017. He shares how family conflicts can happen during estate planning and what steps can help prevent them. He explains that every family is different and that understanding each person’s personality is very important, and talks about where these conflicts often start and how he helps all family members understand the process. He also explains why keeping original documents safe is important, and shares how misunderstandings and unequal financial needs can cause more conflict if they are not addressed early.