The Kupunawiki's Podcast

KupunaWiki Radio Show Episode 24-0113 | Joel Kurata, Element Mortgage

Joel Kurata, Sales Manager at Element Mortgage, talks about today's mortgage rates and explains the ins and outs of contracts when getting financial support from family members, particularly when it's considered a "gift."

 

KupunaWiki Radio Show Episode 24-0106 | Reiko Lewis, Ventus Design

Reiko Lewis, Principal at Ventus Design, incorporates sustainability into her designs and prioritizes wellness. She follows a holistic approach, aligning with HHO's perspective that health involves complete well-being across physical, mental, and social aspects. She discusses an upcoming aspect of her business that focuses on addressing the social aspect.

KupunaWiki Radio Show Episode 23-1230 | Brandon Lau & Andrew Leong, Chaney Brooks Choice Advisors

Your hosts Brandon Lau and Andrew Leong talk about recapping a market overview from 2023, how real estate brokerage fees are paid and stress the importance of long term planning by preparing an annual portfolio review. 

 

KupunaWiki Radio Show Episode 23-1223 | Norma Kop, SMP Hawaii

Norma Kop, SMP Hawaii Director from the Hawaii Department of Health Executive Office on Aging, talks about how Hawaii is part of a very large and very successful program that helps educate kupuna on fraud. The mission of SMP is detect, protect and report to help seniors deal with healthcare and medicare fraud.

KupunaWiki Radio Show Episode 23-1216 | Paige Su, Mutual of Omaha Mortgage

Paige Su, a reverse mortgage specialist at Mutual of Omaha Mortgage, talks about effectively utilizing your reverse mortgage line of credit. She also explores various methods to educate kupuna on the diverse ways to make the most of a reverse mortgage.

KupunaWiki Radio Show Episode 23-1209 | Esther Chan, Cyber Safe Seniors

Ester Chan, president of Cyber Safe Seniors shares her personal experience with her grandmother getting scammed online which motivated her to educate seniors on cyber security. Listen to this Punahou High School senior discuss how she started this foundation and the different programs and services they provide.

 

KupunaWiki Radio Show Episode 23-1202 | Roger Higa, Roger Higa Financial Services

Roger Higa, the founder of Roger Higa Financial Services, shares that his lifelong desire to help people stemmed from recognizing the significant stress associated with finances, both in his own life and others'. His goal is to be "Hawaii's Financial Disaster Prevention Specialist," focusing on alleviating the stress related to financial matters. Roger also expresses his passion for aiding individuals in long-term care planning as part of his commitment to providing comprehensive financial assistance.

KupunaWiki Radio Show Episode 23-1125 | Dennis Jinnohara, Kupuna Aikido

Dennis Jinnohara, board secretary and instructor at Kupuna Aikido of Hawaii, discusses their martial arts-based volunteer organization. The initiative began with a shared passion for teaching kupuna safe falling techniques, rooted in Aikido principles. Emphasizing a focus on falling safety rather than Aikido itself, Dennis highlights the importance of acquiring knowledge to reduce injury risk. The organization's ultimate goal is to safeguard kupuna by minimizing the likelihood of head injuries and broken bones through effective falling techniques.

KupunaWiki Radio Show Episode 23-1118 | Sue Jorgenson, Premier Benefit Consultants

Sue Jorgenson, an agent at Premier Benefit Consultants, shares her previous experiences and talks about her show, Cool for Kupuna, airing on KHON2 at 5:30 pm on Sundays. The show aims to highlight enjoyable activities for people to do on Oahu. Sue also discusses the recent inclusion of dental coverage in certain Medicare plans starting in 2023 and mentions upcoming changes for the coming year. Additionally, she provides insights into the distinctions between Medicare and Medicaid.

KupunaWiki Radio Show Episode 23-1111 | Dr. Warren Wong, Geriatrics with Aloha

 Dr. Warren Wong of Geriatrics with Aloha discusses his new website, GeriatricswithAloha.com which talks about how to take care of frail, elderly people. He posts once a week and shares his perspective as a Geriatrician. He discusses his journey of starting the Geriatrics program at Kaiser right after moving to Hawaii. He also discusses his current projects and how they help the Kupuna community.