April 4th, 2012 — Hawaii, In-Depth Interview, conversation, entertainer, interview
In “Laughing With You, Not At You,” Leslie Wilcox continues her conversation with popular comedian Frank De Lima. With his hit comedic song, “Lucille,” Frank soared to local stardom. He talks about his distinctive ethnic humor and the resulting criticism he’s received for it. Frank also talks about bringing his humor into schools as part of his student enrichment program, encouraging children to read, study, love…and laugh.
Long Story Short with Leslie Wilcox is a production of PBS Hawaii.
March 28th, 2012 — Hawaii, In-Depth Interview, conversation, entertainer, interview
Popular local comedian Frank De Lima talks story with Leslie Wilcox. Although he had the knack to entertain early in life, Frank talks about how his strong Catholic faith initially led him on the path toward priesthood. Frank shares how he eventually found his true calling in show business in the first of a two-part conversation.
Long Story Short with Leslie Wilcox is a production of PBS Hawaii
March 7th, 2012 — Education, Hawaii, In-Depth Interview, conversation, interview
Leslie Wilcox talks with Joe Rice, president of Mid-Pacific Institute. The genial private school leader opens up about his childhood, marked by abuse and poverty. Joe is writing a memoir of his experiences – a catharsis that stings long-open wounds. Now nearing retirement, Joe supports programs serving orphans and foster children, while nurturing the 1,500 students of Mid-Pac and a family of his own.
Long Story Short with Leslie Wilcox is a production of PBS Hawaii.
February 15th, 2012 — Government, Hawaii, In-Depth Interview, business, conversation, interview
Pono Shim is CEO of Enterprise Honolulu and son of political visionaries Alvin and Marion Heen Shim. At a young age, he learned the deeper meanings of aloha from none other than Aunty Pilahi Paki – the woman who shared her prophecy of aloha for life in the 21st century. Leslie Wilcox sits down with Pono as he explains aloha and other values from his kupuna that guide him today.
Long Story Short with Leslie Wilcox is a production of PBS Hawaii
February 10th, 2012 — Hawaii, In-Depth Interview, business, conversation, interview
Pono Shim is CEO of Oahu’s economic development board, Enterprise Honolulu. The son of political visionaries Alvin and Marion Heen Shim, Pono was exposed to many conversations with high-profile figures at a young age. Leslie Wilcox sits down with Pono as he shares some of those conversations that helped shape who he is today.
Long Story Short with Leslie Wilcox is a production of PBS Hawaii.
January 18th, 2012 — Hawaii, In-Depth Interview, business, conversation, interview
Leslie Wilcox talks story with Lawrence Tseu, a nationally recognized Honolulu dentist and philanthropist. As a boy who grew up poor in Kalihi, Lawrence shined shoes and sold newspapers to pay for his tuition at St. Louis. Dr. Tseu talks about the joys and struggles of growing up in a hardscrabble neighborhood and his journey to dentistry.
Long Story Short with Leslie Wilcox is a production of PBS Hawaii.
January 6th, 2012 — Hawaii, In-Depth Interview, conversation, entertainer, entrepreneur, interview
Leslie Wilcox talks story with Ryan Higa, also known as “Nigahiga” on YouTube. His self-produced online comedy videos led to the Hilo native’s inadvertent, meteoric rise to national fame. Ryan reveals how he first started using video cameras, his thoughts on the entertainment business and a deal that tested his integrity.
Long Story Short with Leslie Wilcox is a production of PBS Hawaii.
December 14th, 2011 — Author, Hawaii, In-Depth Interview, conversation, interview
Leslie Wilcox continues her conversation with Lee Cataluna, columnist and writer of local plays like Da Mayah and Folks You Meet in Longs. In this episode, she talks about her recently published first novel, Three Years on Doreen’s Sofa, written from a troubled Maui man’s point of view. And for the first time publicly, Lee opens up about her brush with death.
Long Story Short with Leslie Wilcox is a production of PBS Hawaii.
December 2nd, 2011 — Hawaii, In-Depth Interview, conversation, interview
Leslie Wilcox talks story with Lee Cataluna, best known for her witty stage plays and newspaper columns about island life. In this episode, Lee recalls her self-proclaimed “dorky” childhood on the neighbor islands, mainly on Maui. Once an aspiring dancer, Lee reveals how she entered the worlds of journalism and playwriting.
Long Story Short with Leslie Wilcox is a production of PBS Hawaii.
November 18th, 2011 — Hawaii, In-Depth Interview, entertainer, interview
Hawaii’s legendary jazz vocalist Jimmy Borges hears the story in every song and his own story is nothing short of breathtaking. The PBS Hawaii board member is back on the scene and on screen. Leslie Wilcox sits down with Jimmy in a special two-part episode of LONG STORY SHORT.
In “The Ballad Continues,” Jimmy reveals what he did to gain exclusive access to Frank Sinatra’s music archive. He also opens up about the most difficult challenge he has had to face – battling cancer.
Long Story Short with Leslie Wilcox is a production of PBS Hawaii.
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