# Lahaina on The No Agenda Show Lahaina comes up in 13 chapters across 9 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from August 2023 to October 2026. - **Chapters:** 13 - **Episodes:** 9 - **Discussed:** August 2023 – October 2026 - **Related topics:** [Maui](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/maui.md), [Hawaiian Electric](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hawaiian-electric.md), [Hawaii](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hawaii.md), [Josh Green](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/josh-green.md), [Climate Change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [Power Grid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/power-grid.md), [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [Community](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/community.md), [Conspiracy Theories](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/conspiracy-theories.md), [Directed Energy Weapons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/directed-energy-weapons.md) ## Chapters 1–13 of 13 ### Major Donations and Lahaina Fire Analysis - **Episode:** [1911: Surpriselets](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1911-surpriselets.md) - **Published:** 2026-10-11 - **Time:** 2:17:24–2:22:29 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1911-surpriselets/chapter/major-donations-and-lahaina-fire-analysis.md The Archduke of Central Florida leads the donation segment with a contribution of $3,888.83. Sir Harambe from Hawaii provides a detailed note regarding the aftermath of the Lahaina fires and the corruption within the state government. Donors express their condolences for the Dvorak family and share stories of how the show helped them navigate the COVID-19 pandemic and other national crises. Keywords: [lahaina](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lahaina.md), [hawaii](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hawaii.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [jcd memorial](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jcd-memorial.md), scamdemic ### Lahaina Fire Investigation, Hawaiian Electric Testimony - **Episode:** [1595: Bin Police](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1595-bin-police.md) - **Published:** 2023-10-07 - **Time:** 2:53:23–2:55:53 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1595-bin-police/chapter/lahaina-fire-investigation-hawaiian-electric-testimony.md Hawaiian Electric President Shelee Kimura testified that while power lines caused an initial morning fire in Lahaina, the lines were de-energized when the more destructive afternoon fire began. However, independent reports suggest that hotel backup generators may have been back-feeding energy into the grid, keeping the downed lines live. The official investigation is expected to take up to 18 months. Keywords: [lahaina](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lahaina.md), [maui](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/maui.md), [hawaiian electric](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hawaiian-electric.md), shelee kimura, [power grid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/power-grid.md) ### Maui Fire Investigation, Power Grid Security and Mobile Generators - **Episode:** [1596: Flagger](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1596-flagger.md) - **Published:** 2023-10-05 - **Time:** 2:58:21–3:01:41 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1596-flagger/chapter/maui-fire-investigation-power-grid-security-and-mobile-generators.md New information regarding the Maui wildfires suggests that a second fire in Lahaina may have been caused by re-energized power lines. A grid security expert claims that large mobile diesel generators, brought in for hotels, may have energized downed lines without proper automatic transfer switches (ATS). This theory challenges the "directed energy weapon" narratives by focusing on electrical grid mismanagement. Keywords: [maui](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/maui.md), [lahaina](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lahaina.md), [hawaiian electric](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hawaiian-electric.md), [power grid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/power-grid.md), [generators](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/generators.md) ### Maui Wildfires and Governor Josh Green's Fire Hurricane Label - **Episode:** [1586: Escaped Mutant](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1586-escaped-mutant.md) - **Published:** 2023-08-31 - **Time:** 22:51–28:56 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1586-escaped-mutant/chapter/maui-wildfires-and-governor-josh-green-s-fire-hurricane-label.md Hawaii Governor Josh Green is criticized for using the term "fire hurricane" to describe the Lahaina wildfires, which the hosts view as an excuse for government incompetence. The discussion covers the failure of sirens, the lack of water for firefighters, and the role of land management. Green's appearances on MSNBC and CNN are analyzed as he attributes the disaster to a "climate affected world" while promising independent investigations. Keywords: [josh green](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/josh-green.md), [maui](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/maui.md), [lahaina](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lahaina.md), fire hurricane, [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [hawaii](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hawaii.md), [natural disaster](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/natural-disaster.md) ### Maui Wildfire Investigation, Governor Josh Green and Hawaiian Electric - **Episode:** [1585: Uptick](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1585-uptick.md) - **Published:** 2023-08-27 - **Time:** 1:18:11–1:26:40 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1585-uptick/chapter/maui-wildfire-investigation-governor-josh-green-and-hawaiian-electric.md Hawaii Governor Josh Green is facing scrutiny over the state's response to the Lahaina wildfires, which have left over 1,000 people unaccounted for. Investigations are focusing on Hawaiian Electric's aging infrastructure and the failure of the emergency siren system. While the Governor cited climate change as an "amplifying" factor, critics point to poor brush control, water equity disputes, and the removal of evidence from the scene as the primary failures. Keywords: [maui](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/maui.md), [lahaina](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lahaina.md), [josh green](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/josh-green.md), [hawaiian electric](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hawaiian-electric.md), [sirens](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sirens.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md) ### Maui Wildfires, Renewable Energy Policy Failures - **Episode:** [1583: Ninny](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1583-ninny.md) - **Published:** 2023-08-20 - **Time:** 56:41–1:00:05 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1583-ninny/chapter/maui-wildfires-renewable-energy-policy-failures.md Analysis of the Maui wildfires suggests that Hawaii's focus on "green" renewable energy mandates led to the neglect of forest management and wildfire prevention. Columnist Jared Setman argued that the state invested less than $250,000 in brush reduction over three years while prioritizing the electrification of the island. The resulting accumulation of dry grass from the defunct sugarcane industry provided the fuel for the catastrophic blaze. Keywords: [maui](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/maui.md), [lahaina](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lahaina.md), [forest management](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/forest-management.md), [renewable energy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/renewable-energy.md), jared setman ### Hawaiian Electric, Smart Meter Fire Risks - **Episode:** [1583: Ninny](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1583-ninny.md) - **Published:** 2023-08-20 - **Time:** 1:00:06–1:04:15 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1583-ninny/chapter/hawaiian-electric-smart-meter-fire-risks.md Sensors from Whisker Labs detected 122 faults on Maui's electrical grid on August 7th and 8th, coinciding with the start of the wildfires. Surveillance video captured a power line fault causing an arc that ignited brush near the Maui Bird Conservation Center. Additionally, concerns have been raised that "smart meters" without surge protection may have contributed to home fires following voltage drops and spikes in the grid. Keywords: [hawaiian electric](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hawaiian-electric.md), whisker labs, [smart meters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/smart-meters.md), [electrical grid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electrical-grid.md), [lahaina](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lahaina.md) ### Lahaina Real Estate, Moratorium on Land Sales - **Episode:** [1583: Ninny](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1583-ninny.md) - **Published:** 2023-08-20 - **Time:** 1:04:16–1:07:50 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1583-ninny/chapter/lahaina-real-estate-moratorium-on-land-sales.md Hawaii Governor Josh Green is considering a moratorium on land transactions in Lahaina to prevent opportunistic real estate investors from buying property from fire victims. Residents and elders have expressed outrage over predatory offers, asserting that "Maui is not for sale." With average home prices at $1.2 million, there is significant fear that the historic capital of the Hawaiian Kingdom will be permanently lost to developers. Keywords: [lahaina](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lahaina.md), [real estate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/real-estate.md), land moratorium, [josh green](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/josh-green.md), [housing crisis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/housing-crisis.md) ### US Political Culture, Daddy Issues Narrative - **Episode:** [1583: Ninny](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1583-ninny.md) - **Published:** 2023-08-20 - **Time:** 1:43:55–1:46:12 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1583-ninny/chapter/us-political-culture-daddy-issues-narrative.md A critique of American political culture suggests the nation suffers from "daddy issues," with voters constantly looking for a paternal figure in candidates like Trump, Biden, or Ramaswamy to solve their problems. The contrast between the $700 in federal aid offered to Lahaina families and the $24 billion sent to Ukraine is cited as evidence that the government prioritizes its own interests. The segment calls for citizens to take charge of their own communities rather than relying on federal leadership. Keywords: political culture, [lahaina](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lahaina.md), [ukraine aid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine-aid.md), [community](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/community.md), [leadership](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/leadership.md) ### Maui Wildfire Response, Barack Obama Video, Directed Energy Weapons - **Episode:** [1582: Balconazi](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1582-balconazi.md) - **Published:** 2023-08-17 - **Time:** 2:24:17–2:31:02 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1582-balconazi/chapter/maui-wildfire-response-barack-obama-video-directed-energy-weapons.md The hosts analyze the response to the Lahaina wildfires, dismissing "directed energy weapon" conspiracy theories in favor of evidence pointing to poorly managed power lines. Barack Obama released a video seeking donations for the Hawaii Red Cross and "Malama Maui," which the hosts criticize for its poor production quality. The segment highlights the lack of emergency sirens during the initial blaze. Keywords: [maui](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/maui.md), [lahaina](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lahaina.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [red cross](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/red-cross.md), [directed energy weapons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/directed-energy-weapons.md), [conspiracy theories](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/conspiracy-theories.md) ### Maui Wildfires, Smart City Conspiracy Theories - **Episode:** [1581: Quippy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1581-quippy.md) - **Published:** 2023-08-13 - **Time:** 13:39–17:38 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1581-quippy/chapter/maui-wildfires-smart-city-conspiracy-theories.md The discussion addresses the devastating wildfires in Lahaina, Maui, critiquing the official climate change narrative. Social media clips from TikTok are presented, suggesting the fires were caused by directed energy weapons (DEW) or were a "reset" to facilitate a transition to AI-governed smart cities. Reference is made to the Weather Modification Act of 1976 and upcoming digital government summits in Hawaii. Keywords: [maui](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/maui.md), [lahaina](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lahaina.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [smart cities](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/smart-cities.md), weather modification act, [tiktok](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tiktok.md) ### Lahaina History, Fire Mitigation Failures - **Episode:** [1581: Quippy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1581-quippy.md) - **Published:** 2023-08-13 - **Time:** 17:38–22:14 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1581-quippy/chapter/lahaina-history-fire-mitigation-failures.md A "boots on the ground" report from a long-term resident named Dustin explains the historical and environmental factors of the Lahaina fire. The town's location in a rain shadow, its history of wooden construction for the whaling and sugarcane industries, and strict permitting laws prevented modern fire mitigation. High winds from a distant hurricane toppled power lines, igniting dry grasslands and overwhelming the historic district. Keywords: [lahaina](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lahaina.md), sugarcane, hurricane dora, fire mitigation, real estate developers, dustin ### Maui Wildfires, Hurricane Dora and Historical Precedent - **Episode:** [1580: Coup Map](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1580-coup-map.md) - **Published:** 2023-08-10 - **Time:** 1:21 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1580-coup-map/chapter/maui-wildfires-hurricane-dora-and-historical-precedent.md Wildfires fueled by Hurricane Dora winds devastated parts of Maui, Hawaii, including the historic town of Lahaina. Reports indicate that similar fire events occurred in 2016 and 2018, leading to questions regarding local emergency preparedness. The Coast Guard rescued over a dozen residents who were forced into the ocean to escape the advancing flames. 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