The Cold Never Bothered Native Hawaiians Anyway: A Conversation with Hi’ilei Julia Hobart

Dr. Hi’ilei Julia Hobart discusses the normalization of temperatures in Hawaii, touching on topics like ice trade, settler comfort, indigenous dispossession, and the cultural significance of shave ice. She challenges misconceptions about Native Hawaiian knowledge of cold environments and reflects on personal experiences at resistance encampments. The podcast also explores American legal frameworks impact on Hawaii's foodscape during colonialism and delves into archival discoveries revealing intriguing historical insights.