KAKU-LP 88.5 FM

A community low-power FM radio station broadcasting on 88.5 MHz and serving the island of Maui, Hawaii. Operating as a public radio outlet, the station delivers an eclectic blend of over-the-air national programming alongside locally hosted community shows, with a mission to serve as a vital community resource for independent news, views, and music not readily available elsewhere on the dial. The station connects people and organizations through access to the public airwaves and emphasizes empowering the local community through media access and education. Programming spans a wide range of topics including comedy, local perspectives, entertainment, Latino perspectives, women's issues, current affairs, health and wellness, and politics. Public affairs content includes syndicated programs such as Democracy Now, which airs twice daily, and The BradCast, which broadcasts on weekday afternoons. The station is steadily developed as a resource for independent journalism and civil discussion of community and global issues, offering a listener-supported alternative to commercial broadcasting on the island.