http://ourmedia.org/user/163 Recently published media items from Ourmedia.org en http://ourmedia.org/node/401788 A visit to the fantastic Imiloa Astronomy Center at the University of Hawaii at Hilo on the Big Island. The center emphasizes both astronomy and Hawaiian culture, and notably uses the Hawaiian language throughout. Sun, 25 May 2008 03:06:34 -0700 Ryan Kawailani Ozawa http://ourmedia.org/node/377140 A grassroots tech/Internet gathering to foster sharing and interaction amongst its participants. No keynotes, no talking heads, no sponsor pitches... just peer-to-peer knowledge sharing, spontaneous collaboration, and free flowing conversation. Mon, 14 Jan 2008 12:29:59 -0800 Ryan Kawailani Ozawa http://ourmedia.org/node/376849 A tour of "Ahui O Manu," the vacation rental in Volcano Village we stayed at during our New Year's 2008 trip to the Big Island. Charming, rustic, surrounded by wild ginger, towering Ohia trees, and giant Hapu’u ferns, and located on the edge of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Sat, 12 Jan 2008 09:07:20 -0800 Ryan Kawailani Ozawa http://ourmedia.org/node/401877 The "world premiere" of the Apple iPhone at the flagship Apple Store at Ala Moana Center in Honolulu. The store is closed up, the windows blacked out, and the wait begins. Eventually, claps and cheers as hundreds part with hundreds to own Apple's first mobile phone. Sun, 25 May 2008 12:23:28 -0700 Ryan Kawailani Ozawa http://ourmedia.org/node/401941 The Hawaii State Legislature kicks off each session with Opening Day ceremonies, featuring much pomp and circumstance, music, and food. Lots of food. While the speeches and music are a draw, and all the open doors at the State Capitol provide an excellent opportunity for lobbyists and activists to plead their case, most of the crowd packs the halls of government for the free lunch. Sun, 25 May 2008 15:56:05 -0700 Ryan Kawailani Ozawa http://ourmedia.org/node/401911 Posted for Videoblogging Week 2006. Inspired by yesterday's vlog by Roxanne of Beach Walks with Rox, I head down to Magic Island at Ala Moana Beach Park. Magic Island is a popular park for locals and visitors alike, with wide open spaces, lots of shade, placid waters, and a great view of Waikiki and Diamond Head. This week, though, the park has been taken over for the Honolulu Centennial Celebration, rescheduled to this weekend after recent heavy rains and flooding postponed just about everything in Hawaii. As crews set up for the festivities, a few people enjoy the park, and several Japanese couples take their Hawaii wedding photos. Enjoy, but don't go in the water.Extra special thanks to Wilfred N and the Grown Men for providing the music for today's video. The song, "I Never Get Tired of You," can be found on their album, Waiting for Luck To Come, available online. Sun, 25 May 2008 15:09:27 -0700 Ryan Kawailani Ozawa http://ourmedia.org/node/401894 A top-to-bottom tour of Fort Street Mall in downtown Honolulu. Posted for Videoblogging Week 2006. A walk isn't particularly dangerous, but I did encounter a police cruiser, ambulance, and fire truck along the way. Note the PDA-toting Catholic bishop. Music is "Hypno" from Gravity by Artemis (Magnatune). Sun, 25 May 2008 14:15:52 -0700 Ryan Kawailani Ozawa http://ourmedia.org/node/401827 Much to the dismay of Spring Break vacationers, Hawaii has been plagued by uncharacteristically bad weather for the last two weeks. Thunderstorms, heavy rains, floods, landslides, even tornados and hail. The tourist mecca of Waikiki has not escaped the gray skies, where you're now as likely to see umbrellas and ponchos as bikinis and surfboards. Music is "Puddlehopping" from Fall Submissions by AntiGuru (Magnatune). Sun, 25 May 2008 07:11:42 -0700 Ryan Kawailani Ozawa http://ourmedia.org/node/401947 "The Transmission," a "Lost" fan podcast. This episode of "The Transmission" follows the Jan. 18 episode, "The Hunting Party." Jack, Locke and Sawyer pursue a determined Michael after he heads into the jungle toward the dreaded "Others" in search of Walt. Meanwhile, Sun has a surprising reaction to Jin's desire to join the search party, and Hurley and Charlie commiserate over the age-old conundrum of "what women want." Sawyer's alias is challenged, Alvar Hanso is quoted, and Jack prepares to go to war. Alex? Zeke? Geronimo Jackson? Lots of names, lots of possibilities. Fri, 25 Jul 2008 15:26:23 -0700 http://ourmedia.org/node/257831 Videoblog. The New Year's Festival at the Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii (Jan. 8, 2006). Japanese food (okonomiyaki, andagi), arts and crafts (fish painting, calligraphy), performances (fan dances, taiko) and activities (train ride, inflatable slide). Music by Hawaii Matsuri Taiko of Waipahu. Thu, 23 Aug 2007 00:37:30 -0700 Ryan Kawailani Ozawa http://ourmedia.org/node/256582 Videoblog. The New Year's Ohana Festival at the Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii, held Jan. 8, 2006. Japanese food (okonomiyaki, andagi), arts and crafts (fish painting, calligraphy), performances (fan dances, taiko) and activities (train ride, inflatable slides). Sat, 01 Sep 2007 16:43:59 -0700 Ryan Kawailani Ozawa http://ourmedia.org/node/278916 The Transmission: A Lost Fan Podcast. This special edition of "The Transmission" explores some of the many, many theories you've come up with to explain what's happening on the island. We discuss a few, and then include over 40 minutes of bonus listener comments. On top of that, we even cover some "Lost" goodies you might consider as last-minute Christmas gifts. And that's not all! For spoilerfreaks, we've got a great advance look at Mr. Eko's upcoming flashback. This is our longest episode yet, and hopefully one that can help you get a good "Lost" fix as we wait another three weeks for the next new episode. Sat, 04 Aug 2007 23:06:11 -0700 Ryan & Jen