Hangin' at the Reef

In this Hangin' at the Reef episode, Dr.Margot Kitts joins host Jeffrey Rich to delve into the intricate topic of religious nationalism, focusing on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. They explore the historical roots of the conflict, the significance of key events like the Balfour Declaration and the UN partition plan, and the influence of religious ideologies on political dynamics. The discussion highlights the importance of educa...

In this episode, host Jeffrey Rich dives into a fascinating conversation with Dr. Douglas Askman about the rich history of the Aloha Tower in Hawaii and the exciting plans for its centennial celebration. They explore the tower's iconic status as a landmark, its pivotal role during the maritime era and World War II, and the vibrant stories that surround it.

Dr. Askman shares insights into a collaborative project with students tha...

In this episode of Hangin’ at the Reef, host Jeffrey Rich dives into the transformative experiences of studying abroad. He is joined by Melissa Matsubara, HPU’s Director of Study Abroad and International Exchange Programs, and students Saadiya Patrick and Mckenzy Moore, who share their life-changing adventures.

Melissa provides insight into the diverse opportunities available through HPU’s study abroad program, including over 350 pr...

In this enlightening episode of Hangin' at the Reef, host Jeffrey Rich explores the evolution and significance of the physician assistant (PA) profession with two influential thought leaders: Dr. Alfred Sadler, a pioneer in PA education and practice, and Cynthia Lord, a distinguished PA educator and advocate. Together, they discuss the origins of the PA profession, its rapid growth, and its vital role in modern healthcare.

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In this episode of Hangin' at the Reef, host Jeffrey Rich dives into the exciting updates to Hawaii Pacific University’s revamped Master of Arts in Diplomacy and Global Security program. Joining him are three esteemed faculty members:

• Dr. Russell Hart, a military historian and author with a focus on U.S. military history and genocide studies.
• Dr. Andrea Malji, an expert in international studies and religious nationalism, and HPU'...

In this episode of Hangin' at the Reef, host Jeff Rich speaks with Dr. Cort Chambers, a cybersecurity expert, about the current landscape of cyberattacks and the evolving role of AI in both facilitating and defending against them. Dr. Chambers covers recent high-profile attacks, including the breach of National Public Data, which exposed nearly all US Social Security numbers, and the MGM and Caesars casinos hack that caused signifi...

In this episode, Jeff talks with Dr. Matthew LoPresti, a professor at Hawai‘i Pacific University who specializes in South Asian and comparative philosophy. They discuss Dr. LoPresti's book "Religious Pluralism: Towards a Comparative Metaphysics of Religion." The interview explores the concept of religious pluralism, which argues that multiple religious traditions can be true simultaneously, as opposed to religious relativism, which...

Welcome to Hangin' at the Reef! In this inaugural episode, your host Jeffrey Rich talks with Dr. Allison Bachlet who explores the concept of integrative medicine, which combines traditional medical practices with alternative therapies such as acupuncture, homeopathy, and herbal supplements. The discussion emphasizes the importance of addressing the root causes of illness, focusing on lifestyle changes like diet and exercise, and re...