Upfront with Guy Hagi

James Mane has always been a class clown. “I've always had that inner monologue that had some kind of wise crack to something the teacher said, whether I would say it to the side, to my friends, or sometimes it came out out loud, and the teacher would always send me outside,” he explained on Upfront with Guy Hagi.

The Aiea High School graduate started his journey in comedy through self-deprecating humor. “I get always get that thing where like, ‘Oh are you from the housing or are you a bouncer? You’re Samoan, you must eat a lot.’ I get a lot of those things, so I talk about it.”

He’s since transitioned into observational humor and storytelling “which is my favorite,” he said. “I like to people watch, you know, why is this person doing this? And then I come up with my own assumptions.”

Follow James Mane on Instagram @comedianjamesmane.

Billy V is a longtime fixture in Hawaii media. In addition to Hawaii News Now Sunrise, he emcees various programs and events, like the Na Hoku Hanohano Awards, and is the voice of University of Hawaii athletics. But how did he get his start? Learn the answer and much more in this podcast episode of "Upfront with Guy Hagi."

Sunrise anchor Grace Lee joins us on this month's episode of 'Upfront with Guy Hagi.' We learn more about her journey into news and what it's like working with Steve in the mornings. Find more episodes of 'Upfront with Guy Hagi' on the Hawaii News Now YouTube page.

Fans of the hit show “Rescue: Hi-Surf” know him as the fearless lifeguard patrolling Oahu’s North Shore. But did you know that Kekoa Kekumano is also a successful businessman? We learn more about Kekumano’s career in this month’s episode of ‘Upfront with Guy Hagi.’

Fans of the hit show “Shogun” know him as the scheming council member and protector of Osaka Castle. But did you know Takehiro Hira actually calls Oahu home? The internationally renowned actor took a drive with Guy on our latest episode of “Upfront with Guy Hagi.”

You’ve seen him on TV and on Instagram providing the latest weather updates, but how well do we really know Drew Davis? We find out in this episode of “Upfront with Guy Hagi” as the Texas native talks about his journey to Hawaii and some of the top moments of his career. Plus, his reaction to a poll that has made him a fan favorite in the state. 

On this episode of "Upfront with Guy Hagi," we talk to Jon Andrew Franklin, founding member of the band, Streetlight Cadence. True to its name, the band started off performing in the streets of Honolulu and grew in popularity over time. Now, with two Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards and an Emmy nomination for the band's self-produced television show, "We'll Play for Food," Franklin looks back at Streetlight Cadence's road to success, and the challenges they faced along the way.

In this month's episode of 'Upfront with Guy Hagi,' Hilo native Gwen Nakamura shares her experience as the University of Hawaii's Assistant Band Director. If you've been to a Rainbow Wahine volleyball game, you've probably seen her wearing her iconic balloon hats. Nakamura has been working at UH for more than 3 decades and says the band has played an important role at the school's sporting events.

In this month’s episode of ‘Upfront with Guy Hagi,' professional artist and Kalani grad Jasper Wong takes Guy on a tour of this year’s “Hawaii Walls” mural festival. Formerly known as ‘Pow Wow,’ the annual event aims to uplift under-served communities in Hawaii through public art.

Hawaii News Now’s very own Casey Lund joins Guy Hagi on this week’s episode of “Upfront with Guy Hagi.” The Idaho native explains his journey to Hawaii and how he handled adapting to the Hawaiian culture.

Hawaii comedian and social media influencer Zavier Cummings — aka "@howdisguy" — jumps into the HNN weather vehicle with Guy Hagi to talk about his viral success, why he loves making people laugh and how he's embraced his role as the "class clown."

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It's an episode that hits all the high notes! Hawaii's own Kaylee Shimizu joins Guy Hagi on this week's 'Upfront' podcast. She talks about her experience competing on 'The Voice,' as well as what inspires her to keep singing. Plus, she puts on a performance that you don't want to miss. Look for 'Upfront with Guy Hagi' at HawaiiNewsNow.com -- or wherever you get your podcasts!

Ready to laugh? Meteorologist Guy Hagi jumps into HNN's weather vehicle for a drive with the hilarious Pashyn Santos, who finds inspiration for her comedy in everyday Hawaii life.