David Thetford and Gary Ashby are joined by Victor Hicks and Madisyn Hicks, who will both be inducted into the 2024 Lubbock ISD Hall of Honor class, to discuss their high school, collegiate, and professional careers. Thomas Lott and Barry Switzer join the show to talk about Victor's career at the University of Oklahoma.…

This week, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa on the One O‘ahu Podcast to discuss the collaboration with the State to repave a portion of Queen Street before handing over jurisdiction to the City, helping to resolve a 123-year-old issue impacting residents and businesses in Kakaʻako (0:48). Later, the mayor talks about a $4.4 million cons…

David Thetford and Gary Ashby are joined by Greg Lowrance to talk about his time as an athletic trainer in the Lubbock area and being inducted into the Lubbock ISD Hall of Honor. They are also joined by another LISD Hall of Honor inductee Ken Perkins to discuss his playing time with Coronado and Texas Tech. David and Gary then talk to Texas Tech he…

This week, Department of Transportation Services (DTS) Director Roger Morton joins host Brandi Higa on the One O‘ahu Podcast to talk about Skyline, as the rail system celebrates its first year of operations (3:53). Then, Director Morton answer questions on last month’s TheBus and HandiVan online outage and what is being done to ensure it does not h…

The AWOI Gaming Crew is back to give you all the gaming news this week! This week is solely the gangs thoughts on Final Fantasy XIV Dawntrail as they have beaten the latest expansion, Spoilers occur around 40 minute mark so you have been warned! Friends off the show Jordan Simpson and Jacquline Endicott-Smith return to give their thoughts about thi…

David Thetford and Craig Wells in for Gary Ashby are joined by Emily Jones to discuss her career with the Texas Rangers and the All-Star Game in Arlington and Bradley Atkins to talk about his career as a track athlete at Texas Tech. They also discuss the Big 12 Preseason Media Poll and where they think Texas Tech Football will be this upcoming seas…

This week, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa on the One O‘ahu Podcast to discuss the recent passing of Hawaiian music legend and former Royal Hawaiian Band bandmaster Aaron Mahi (0:28). Later, from an emergency shelter to a new homeless triage center, multiple announcements have been made recently in our efforts to get more people off th…

David Thetford and Gary Ashby are joined by Brad Wyatt and Jerry Gray.By Thetford and Ashby on Double T 97.3

Sport Talk with David Thetford and Gary Ashby were joined by the Monterey Plainsmen basketball and baseball teams from the 1974-75 seasons that won the district championship and State championship that season.By Thetford and Ashby on Double T 97.3

This week, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa on the One O‘ahu Podcast to discuss the recent loss of Tamayo Perry, a City lifeguard and Pro Surfer who died in waters off the North Shore on Sunday (0:47). Later, Mayor Blangiardi reflects on the 2024 Town Hall tour. His takeaways, thoughts, and lessons learned (2:53). Finally, O‘ahu played …

The AWOI Gaming Crew is back to give you all the gaming news this week! Nintendo delivered a heavy hitter of a direct! The gang dives deep and picks some of their favorite games announced including Dragon Quest 2 HD Remake, Metroid Prime 4 Beyond and Zelda Echoes of Wisdom starring Zelda! Eldin Ring Shadow of The Erdtree are in and reviews are ravi…

David Thetford and Gary Ashby are joined by Mark Griffin and Kirby Hocutt to discuss the south end zone project at Jones Stadium, the Texas Tech Football Ring of Honor, and how Texas Tech is navigating NIL in college athletics.By Thetford and Ashby on Double T 97.3

David Thetford and Gary Ashby are joined by Bill Jones to discuss the Dallas Mavericks' run in the NBA Finals and the outlook for the upcoming season for the Dallas Cowboys. They are also joined by Dr. Mike Gustafson to discuss the College World Series.By Thetford and Ashby on Double T 97.3

The AWOI Gaming Crew is back to give you all the gaming news this week! This time they cover the Xbox Gaming Show Case, The Pc Gaming Show and Ubisoft Forward discussing hit new games such as Star Wars Outlaw, Assassins Creed Shadow, Call of Duty Black Ops 6 and Perfect Dark! And more! Games we are excited for! Jacob: wilds assassin’s creed, dynast…

Kick back and listen to the AWOI Gaming Crew give their thoughts through the first weekend of the Summer of Gaming announcements!By Perry Morton

David Thetford and Craig Wells are joined by Pat Kelley to discuss him going into the LISD Hall of Fame and his playing career, Mark Fewin to discuss the South End Zone Project and other renovations at Jones Stadium, and Wes Kittley to discuss Texas Tech Track & Field at the NCAA Outdoor Championships.…

This week, Department of Emergency Management (DEM) Director Hiro Toiya joins host Brandi Higa on the One O‘ahu Podcast to discuss the 2024 Hurricane Season Outlook (00:38). Then, Starting July 1, Hawaiian Electric is launching its Public Safety Power Shutoff program to reduce the risk of wildfire. Director Toiya talks about the City’s role in this…

The AWOI Gaming Crew is back to give you all the gaming news this week! Amanda and Stone give their thoughts Senua Hellblade 2 as they both have rolled credits. Perry gives his thoughts about Paper Mario Thousand Year Door. The crew then shifts gears to discuss Sony latest State of Play and give our thoughts on what games to look forward to in the …

David Thetford and Gary Ashby are joined by Hector Limon and James Morton.By Thetford and Ashby on Double T 97.3

This week, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa on the One O‘ahu Podcast to discuss his recent signing of Resolution 24-103 to create a standalone Ocean Safety Department (14:48). Then, Mayor Blangiardi talks about a topic that he wasn’t expecting at the Koko Head Town Hall meeting: the removal of Ha‘ikū Stairs, which are located in Windwar…

David Thetford and Craig Wells are joined by Nathan Blackwood, Zane Perry, and Robert Giovannetti.By Thetford and Ashby on Double T 97.3

This week, Clarke Bright, bandmaster for the Royal Hawaiian Band, joins host Brandi Higa on the One O‘ahu Podcast to discuss the band’s new home at the Waikīkī Vista following the band’s first full rehearsal (5:38). Later, how to request the Royal Hawaiian Band at your event (15:17) Finally, Clarke Bright talks about what it takes to be in the Roya…

Gary Ashby, Chois Woodman and Dr. Mike Gustafson are joined by Greg Sands, Scott Wilson and Curry Blackwell.By Thetford and Ashby on Double T 97.3

This week, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa on the One O‘ahu Podcast to discuss his recent trip to Washington D.C. and his request to congress when it comes to addressing homelessness on O‘ahu (0:31). Then, Mayor Blangiardi talks about a passionate exchange with a constituent regarding crime, which took place at a recent Nanakuli town h…

David Thetford and Gary Ashby are joined by Wes Kittley and Curt Langford.By Thetford and Ashby on Double T 97.3

This week, Nate Serota the Public Information Officer for the Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) joins host Brandi Higa on the One O‘ahu Podcast to discuss the closure of facilities at the Waipi‘o Soccer Complex for maintenance and renovation efforts (0:49) and how you can help with this year's Sew-a-lei event (4:07). Then, Marci Kono Recreat…

The AWOI Gaming Crew is back to give you all the gaming news this week! The Helldivers community is up in arms about Sony’s latest requirement in order to play game. At the timing of this recording Sony tried to make all PC players have a PSN account in order to play the hit game. They have since retracted this statement thanks to the Helldiver 2 C…

David Thetford and Gary Ashby are joined by Mack Owen, Brad King, Kelly and Tracy Free.By Thetford and Ashby on Double T 97.3

This week, Jordana Ferreira, the City’s new Early Childhood Resource Coordinator, join host Brandi Higa on the One O‘ahu Podcast to discuss her new role in the City and County of Honolulu and what she hopes to accomplish (00:40). Later, she talks about her previous position with the State and what navigating that relationship looks like for a succe…

David Thetford and Gary Ashby are joined by Mike Gustafson, Brian Hanni, and Bobby Boynton.By Thetford and Ashby on Double T 97.3

This week, Director for the Department of Design and Construction Haku Milles and his Deputy Director Bryan Gallagher, join host Brandi Higa on the One O‘ahu Podcast to discuss the removal of the Ha‘ikū Stairs (6:25). Later, DDC Director Haku Milles talks about plans to restore the Natatorium in Waikīkī (24:04). Finally, as we wrap up Earth Month, …

The AWOI Gaming Crew is back to give you all the gaming news this week! The PS5 pro specs have leaked, the crew discusses how this generation doesn’t need a mid console update thanks to technology. Hazellight games, Game of the year developer for It Takes Two, is announcing new stuff later this year. Wizard of the coast has Baldurs Gate news as Lar…

David Thetford and Gary Ashby are joined by Kent Jackson, Tony Bradford, Chance McMillan and Ronnie Mattson.By Thetford and Ashby on Double T 97.3

This week, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa on the One O‘ahu Podcast to discuss his takeaways from the last two townhall meetings in Salt Lake and Wahiawa (0:47). Then, Mayor Blangiardi responds to a major announcement made by the Navy this week, removing Waipi‘o from the list of potential future landfill sites (17:10). Finally, honorin…

The AWOI Gaming Crew is back to give you all the gaming news this week! Perry gives his final thoughts for Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth as he has finally beaten the game. Xbox is working on it’s new next gen console slated to come out in October. Helldivers 2 is outselling Spiderman 2 in the UK. Star Wars Outlaws has dropped it’s first story trailer wit…

David Thetford and Gary Ashby are joined by Stacy Nix, Ryan Palmer, and Dr. Mike Gustafson.By Thetford and Ashby on Double T 97.3

This week, Department of Transportation Services (DTS) Deputy Director Jon Nouchi joins host Brandi Higa on the One O‘ahu Podcast to discuss roadway safety in light of a recent crash in Ewa that killed two bicyclists (3:28). Then, with the popularity of e-bikes, the laws DTS is looking to amend and a few reminders to make riding these devices safer…

The AWOI Gaming Crew is back to give you all the gaming news this week! Listen to the gang talk about the video game news after a few weeks of away from doing what we love to discuss! Recommended Game Gen: WWE 2K Perry: Helldivers 2 Stone: Lightyear Frontier Show of the week Gen: Late night with the Devil Perry: X- Men 97 Stone: Invincible Season 2…

David Thetford and Gary Ashby are joined by former Red Raider basketball player Matt Mooney to discuss where he is in his career, when his upcoming camp is, and his thoughts on the NCAA Tournament. Thetford and Ashby are also joined by NFL referee Brad Rodgers to discuss his time in the NFL and hear stories from his time refereeing.…

This week, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa on the One O‘ahu Podcast to discuss the start of his 2024 Town Hall Tour. It was at the first meeting in Kapolei, Mayor Blangiardi was asked to provide an update on the search for a new landfill site (3:02). Water safety was also a common theme at the first set of meetings with drinking water …

David Thetford and Gary Ashby are joined by Dr. Mike Gustafson and James Dickey.By Thetford and Ashby on Double T 97.3

This week, Honolulu Police Department Chief of Police Joe Logan joins host Brandi Higa on the One O‘ahu Podcast to talk about recruitment and the efforts underway to get more people to join HPD (0:41). Then, the Chief explains his strategy when it comes to addressing issues with our homeless population (21:36). Finally, Chief Logan discusses ways h…

The AWOI Gaming Crew is back to give you all the gaming news this week! An onslaught of reviews came out this past weekend including titles such as Dragon’s Dogma 2, Princess Peach Showtime and Rise of The Ronin! Capcom is in under a bit of fire for hiding micro transactions in Dragon’s Dogma 2 were hidden from reviewers as the game launched. The P…

David Thetford and Craig Wells are joined by Wes Kittley, Greg Sands, and Matt Dowdy.By Thetford and Ashby on Double T 97.3

This week, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa on the One O‘ahu Podcast to talk about the bonuses announced during this year’s State of the City Address for HPD recruits (1:04). Later, Mayor Blangiardi explains the merging of the Department of Land Management and the City Office of Housing (3:52). Finally, Mayor Blangiardi discusses unfill…

David Thetford and Gary Ashby are joined by Randy Barnett, Tim Kistner, Joe Vincent, Karl Beyer, and Alfred White.By Thetford and Ashby on Double T 97.3

Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi delivered the 2024 State of the City Address on Thursday, March 14th, from the Mission Memorial Auditorium in Honolulu.By Mayor Rick Blangiardi

David Thetford and Gary Ashby are joined by Reggie Dabbs, Mark Griffin, and Keith Moreland.By Thetford and Ashby on Double T 97.3

This week, Mayor Blangiardi’s new Chief of Staff Andy Sugg joins host Brandi Higa on the One O‘ahu Podcast to talk about transitioning into this new role (0:36). Then, because the duties of this position are wide-ranging and fluid, Andy Sugg discusses his priorities and what he hopes to achieve as Chief of Staff (6:47). Finally, it’s always importa…

The AWOI Gaming Crew is back to give you all the gaming news this week! Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth is out! Perry gives his first impressions for the game. Layoffs have hit the gaming industry again this week as Sony has laid off 900 people with intentions of still developing a Horizon Zero Dawn Co-Op game. Legendary director Hidetaka Miyazaki plans to…