Along with the great national programming found on PBS Hawaii, we are proud to present local shows produced both by PBS Hawaii and by Hawaii's independent production community. Since its inception in 1965, PBS Hawaii has presented outstanding local programs in the areas of education, public affairs, culture, arts, science and natural history. We consider telling Hawaii's stories to Hawaii's people and to the nation among the most important things we do.

NA MELE: TRADITIONS IN HAWAIIAN SONG Mondays at 7:30 p.m. NA MELE: TRADITIONS IN HAWAIIAN SONG, was conceived and developed at PBS Hawaii to preserve the extraordinary music of Hawaii performed by some of the Islands best talents in its purest form, live and impromptu.

LONG STORY SHORT WITH LESLIE WILCOX Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. PBS Hawaii's newest weekly program features engaging, akamai, one-on-one conversations with some of Hawaii's most intriguing people. Leslie Wilcox brings out personal stories revealing experiences and values molding the people who shape our community. To submit questions to upcoming guests, or to suggest future guests, send e-mail to: longstoryshort@pbshawaii.org.

LEAHEY AND LEAHEY Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. Hawaii's iconic father and son sports duo, Jim and Kanoa Leahey, tackle a wide range of topics each week. Coaches, players, politicians, and entertainers come through the screen door and feel at home at the Leahey kitchen table. Playful needling and laughter ensue, and by game's end, the show scores big with candid conversations and insights into Hawaii sports and life. Send e-mail to: leahey@pbshawaii.org.

INSIGHTS on PBS HAWAII Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. Insights on PBS Hawaii tackles hot-button issues of importance to Hawaii. Led by host Dan Boylan, guests will address questions posed by PBS Hawaii viewers. Email questions in advance to: insights@pbshawaii.org.