Bytemarks Café

Bytemarks Café

Hawaiʻi Public Radio

Episodes 50
Avg. Duration 29m
Activity Highly Active
Since Mar 2025
Latest Episode Apr 2026

Publishing Details

Schedule
Weekly
Format
Episodic
Consistency
65%
Hosting
www.hawaiipublicradio.org

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About This Podcast

Bytemarks Café is a half-hour radio magazine that showcases the innovation and creativity in Hawaiʻi's tech community. Hosted by HPR's Burt Lum, the program's purpose is to raise awareness of the tech economy and to engage the listener in the discussion.

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Recent Episodes

Bytemarks Cafe - April 3: East Meets West Conference

Apr 04, 2026 29m

Today we'll find out what is planned for the upcoming East Meets West Conference. We'll talk with the organizers of the conference to learn what it truly means to have east meets west, culturally and…

Bytemarks Cafe - March 27 - Underwater Data Centers

Mar 28, 2026 29m

Today we'll talk about data centers, not the ones on land but underwater. We'll talk to a local company called Deep/C that proposes these data centers can improve ship communications and knowledge…

Bytemarks Cafe - March 20 - Pacific Island Ocean Observing System

Mar 21, 2026 29m

Today we'll talk about the Pacific Island Ocean Observing System. We'll find out what technology they use to gather data and how Pacific Island communities can support them.

Bytemarks Cafe: March 13th - Marine AgriFutures

Mar 05, 2026 29m

Today we'll hear about a novel approach to converting salt water to fresh. We'll talk to a company called Marine AgriFutures and learn how they use sea asparagus to create fresh water to grow crops…

Bytemarks Cafe: March 6th - Local Unrest

Mar 05, 2026 29m

Today we’ll hear about a recent book chronicling Hawaii’s underground music scene.The book is called Local Unrest and it harkens back to the late seventies, at a time, dare I say, was pre-digital.

Bytemarks Cafe - AI Summit

Feb 25, 2026 29m

Today we'll talk about an AI summit happening on the Big Island. It's called the Hawaii Island AI summit and it features Hands-on workshops and Practical Skills you can put to use.

Bytemarks Cafe - February 20 - Data Centers

Feb 21, 2026 29m

Today we'll hear about recent developments in data centers. We'll find out what Servpac is doing with the increased traffic and compute demands of AI.

Bytemarks Cafe - February 13 - Book "Information Archipelago"

Feb 14, 2026 29m

February 13 - Olin Legan

Bytemarks Cafe: January 30 - Pacific Alliance for Collaboration and Technology Conference

Jan 31, 2026 29m

Today we'll learn about the Pacific Alliance for Collaboration and Technology Conference. We'll find out how this conference brings together tech companies and finds synergies with potential defense…

Bytemarks Cafe: January 23 - Signal App

Jan 24, 2026 29m

Today we'll catch up with Guy Kawasaki and learn about his new book Signal. We'll hear why this messaging app is critical in keeping your communications private.

Bytemarks Cafe - January 16 - Entrepreneurs Awards

Jan 17, 2026 29m

Today we'll catch up with the Hawaii Venture Capital Association and learn about their annual Entrepreneurs Awards. We'll hear from some rising entrepreneurs and learn more about their startup…

Bytemarks Cafe: January 9 - 100th Battalion

Jan 10, 2026 29m

Today we'll learn about a new documentary on the 100th Battalion, who fought during World War 2. We'll find out how this film project got started and why it is an important story to tell.

Bytemarks Cafe: January 2 - Hawaii Technology Development Corporation

Dec 31, 2025 28m

We'll find out what key tech initiatives to keep an eye out for. We'll hear how the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation sees 2026 unfolding and what is the best hope for diversifying our…

Bytemarks Cafe: December 26 - News Deserts

Dec 27, 2025 29m

Today we'll learn about news deserts. We'll hear how technology has changed the landscape for news choices and what can be done to improve access to trusted sources.

Bytemarks Cafe: December 19 - C&C of Honolulu Service Requests

Dec 20, 2025 29m

Today we'll learn about a quick and easy way to request service from the C&C of Honolulu. We'll hear about the new and improved HNL 311 system that allows you to report issues in your community.

Bytemarks Cafe: December 12 - Pacific Telecom Conference 2026

Dec 13, 2025 29m

Today we'll get an insider's view of Hawaii's signature telecommunication conference. We'll hear from Brian Moon, chief executive of the Pacific Telecom Conference 2026 and learn what new…

Bytemarks Cafe: December 5 - Best Tech for Christmas gifts

Dec 06, 2025 29m

It's that time once again to convene our annual roundtable to review some of the best tech available this holiday season. From productivity tools to being a road warrior, we'll ask our gadget geeks…

Bytemarks Cafe: November 28 - Artificial Intelligence Guardrails

Nov 27, 2025 29m

Today we'll talk about artificial intelligence and ways of implementing guardrails. We'll find out what forms of governance are effective and how AI safety can be ensured.

Bytemarks Cafe: November 21 - Community Funding Hubs

Nov 22, 2025 29m

Today we'll talk about Community Funding Hubs for Resilience and Aina Stewardship. We'll find out how this program promotes Native Hawaiian stewardship and cultural practices in areas that have…

Bytemarks Cafe: November 7 - Comet 3i/Atlas

Nov 08, 2025 29m

Today we'll learn from University of Hawaii astronomers what the comet 3i/Atlas really is. We'll find out where this interstellar traveler came from, what it is composed of and what it is doing in…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Bytemarks Café have?

Bytemarks Café has published 50 episodes since March 2025, covering topics in Technology.

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Bytemarks Café is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 29m.

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