Above the Sides

Filming the Stories of Hawaii with Roy Kimura

Episode Summary

Roy Kimura leads a meaningful career as a visual storyteller here in Hawaii. In this episode, he talks about his experience working as a director, writer and videographer, highlighting some of the pivotol moments that have influenced his professional path. Roy's stories are rooted in appreciation for the mentors who have contributed to his growth and learning. Most recently, Pono Shim played a key role in shaping his perspective as he experienced first-hand what it was like to be on the receiving end of connection, not correction. This, in turn, encouraged him to make more intentional decisions that prioritize people over task, despite operating in a fast-paced industry. One of the most powerful takeaways from this conversation was his call to action to listeners to record the stories of their loved ones: now is the time. Please see the podcast notes to enjoy the videos that showcase Roy's capacity to create stories that empower and uplift, several of which are mentioned in the episode. Mahalo nui! Videos by Roy Kimura Helping Hands Hawaii  Stories of Pono - Robbie Alm - "Start Now" Stories of Pono - Robbie Alm - "Watch For The Connection" Stories of Pono - Rachel Alm - "Ponoʻs Eulogy" Keolamau Yee  Stories of Pono - Molly Mamaril - "We Give Attention" Hawaiiʻs Food & Farmers - Hawaii Food Bank Hawaiiʻs Food & Farmers - Hauula Tomatoes Hawaiiʻs Food & Farmers - Sweet Land Farms The Wisdom of Hawaiiʻs Elders - Oswald Stender The Wisdom of Hawaiiʻs Elders - Eileen Lum

Episode Notes

Roy Kimura leads a meaningful career as a visual storyteller here in Hawaii. In this episode, he talks about his experience working as a director, writer and videographer, highlighting some of the pivotol moments that have influenced his professional path. Roy's stories are rooted in appreciation for the mentors who have contributed to his growth and learning. Most recently, Pono Shim played a key role in shaping his perspective as he experienced first-hand what it was like to be on the receiving end of connection, not correction. This, in turn, encouraged him to make more intentional decisions that prioritize people over task, despite operating in a fast-paced industry. One of the most powerful takeaways from this conversation was his call to action to listeners to record the stories of their loved ones: now is the time. Please see the podcast notes to enjoy the videos that showcase Roy's capacity to create stories that empower and uplift, several of which are mentioned in the episode. Mahalo nui!

Videos by Roy Kimura