James Mane has always been a class clown. “I've always had that inner monologue that had some kind of wise crack to something the teacher said, whether I would say it to the side, to my friends, or sometimes it came out out loud, and the teacher would always send me outside,” he explained on Upfront with Guy Hagi.

The Aiea High School graduate started his journey in comedy through self-deprecating humor. “I get always get that thing where like, ‘Oh are you from the housing or are you a bouncer? You’re Samoan, you must eat a lot.’ I get a lot of those things, so I talk about it.”

He’s since transitioned into observational humor and storytelling “which is my favorite,” he said. “I like to people watch, you know, why is this person doing this? And then I come up with my own assumptions.”

Follow James Mane on Instagram @comedianjamesmane.

James Mane has always been a class clown. &ldquo;I've always had that inner monologue that had some kind of wise crack to something the teacher said, whether I would say it to the side, to my friends, or sometimes it came out out loud, and the teacher would always send me outside,&rdquo; he explained on Upfront with Guy Hagi.
The Aiea High School graduate started his journey in comedy through self-deprecating humor. &ldquo;I get always get that thing where like, &lsquo;Oh are you from the housing or are you a bouncer? You&rsquo;re Samoan, you must eat a lot.&rsquo; I get a lot of those things, so I talk about it.&rdquo;
He&rsquo;s since transitioned into observational humor and storytelling &ldquo;which is my favorite,&rdquo; he said. &ldquo;I like to people watch, you know, why is this person doing this? And then I come up with my own assumptions.&rdquo;
Follow James Mane on Instagram @comedianjamesmane.

Episode 13: Comedian James Mane explains how his material has evolved over the years

Billy V is a longtime fixture in Hawaii media. In addition to Hawaii News Now Sunrise, he emcees various programs and events, like the Na Hoku Hanohano Awards, and is the voice of University of Hawaii athletics. But how did he get his start? Learn the answer and much more in this podcast episode of "Upfront with Guy Hagi."

Billy V is a longtime fixture in Hawaii media.&nbsp;In addition to Hawaii News Now Sunrise, he emcees various programs and events, like the Na Hoku Hanohano Awards, and is the voice of University of Hawaii athletics.&nbsp;But how did he get his start? Learn the answer and much more in this podcast episode of "Upfront with Guy Hagi."

Episode 12: Billy V gets 'Upfront with Guy Hagi'

Sunrise anchor Grace Lee joins us on this month's episode of 'Upfront with Guy Hagi.' We learn more about her journey into news and what it's like working with Steve in the mornings. Find more episodes of 'Upfront with Guy Hagi' on the Hawaii News Now YouTube page.

Sunrise anchor Grace Lee joins us on this month's episode of 'Upfront with Guy Hagi.' We learn more about her journey into news and what it's like working with Steve in the mornings. Find more episodes of 'Upfront with Guy Hagi' on the Hawaii News Now YouTube page.

Episode 11: HNN anchor Grace Lee shares her favorite moments of Sunrise

Fans of the hit show “Rescue: Hi-Surf” know him as the fearless lifeguard patrolling Oahu’s North Shore. But did you know that Kekoa Kekumano is also a successful businessman? We learn more about Kekumano’s career in this month’s episode of ‘Upfront with Guy Hagi.’

Fans of the hit show &ldquo;Rescue: Hi-Surf&rdquo; know him as the fearless lifeguard patrolling Oahu&rsquo;s North Shore.&nbsp;But did you know that Kekoa Kekumano is also a successful businessman? We learn more about Kekumano&rsquo;s career in this month&rsquo;s episode of &lsquo;Upfront with Guy Hagi.&rsquo;

Episode 10: Professional waterman and film star Kekoa Kekumano joins Guy Hagi on new ‘Upfront’ podcast

Fans of the hit show “Shogun” know him as the scheming council member and protector of Osaka Castle. But did you know Takehiro Hira actually calls Oahu home? The internationally renowned actor took a drive with Guy on our latest episode of “Upfront with Guy Hagi.”

Fans of the hit show &ldquo;Shogun&rdquo; know him as the scheming council member and protector of Osaka Castle. But did you know Takehiro Hira actually calls Oahu home? The internationally renowned actor took a drive with Guy on our latest episode of &ldquo;Upfront with Guy Hagi.&rdquo;

Episode 9: ‘Shogun’ actor previews show’s second season, new Marvel film

You’ve seen him on TV and on Instagram providing the latest weather updates, but how well do we really know Drew Davis? We find out in this episode of “Upfront with Guy Hagi” as the Texas native talks about his journey to Hawaii and some of the top moments of his career. Plus, his reaction to a poll that has made him a fan favorite in the state. 

You&rsquo;ve seen him on TV and on Instagram providing the latest weather updates, but how well do we really know Drew Davis? We find out in this episode of &ldquo;Upfront with Guy Hagi&rdquo; as the Texas native talks about his journey to Hawaii and some of the top moments of his career. Plus, his reaction to a poll that has made him a fan favorite in the state.&nbsp;

Episode 8: Drew Davis and Guy Hagi go beyond the weather on ‘Upfront’ podcast

On this episode of "Upfront with Guy Hagi," we talk to Jon Andrew Franklin, founding member of the band, Streetlight Cadence. True to its name, the band started off performing in the streets of Honolulu and grew in popularity over time. Now, with two Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards and an Emmy nomination for the band's self-produced television show, "We'll Play for Food," Franklin looks back at Streetlight Cadence's road to success, and the challenges they faced along the way.

On this episode of "Upfront with Guy Hagi," we talk to Jon Andrew Franklin, founding member of the band, Streetlight Cadence. True to its name, the band started off performing in the streets of Honolulu and grew in popularity over time. Now, with two Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards and an Emmy nomination for the band's self-produced television show, "We'll Play for Food," Franklin looks back at Streetlight Cadence's road to success, and the challenges they faced along the way.

Episode 7: Streetlight Cadence joins Guy Hagi on "Upfront" podcast

In this month's episode of 'Upfront with Guy Hagi,' Hilo native Gwen Nakamura shares her experience as the University of Hawaii's Assistant Band Director. If you've been to a Rainbow Wahine volleyball game, you've probably seen her wearing her iconic balloon hats. Nakamura has been working at UH for more than 3 decades and says the band has played an important role at the school's sporting events.

In this month's episode of 'Upfront with Guy Hagi,' Hilo native Gwen Nakamura shares her experience as the University of Hawaii's Assistant Band Director. If you've been to a Rainbow Wahine volleyball game, you've probably seen her wearing her iconic balloon hats. Nakamura has been working at UH for more than 3 decades and says the band has played an important role at the school's sporting events.

Episode 6: Local legend Gwen Nakamura shares the story behind her iconic balloon hats

In this month’s episode of ‘Upfront with Guy Hagi,' professional artist and Kalani grad Jasper Wong takes Guy on a tour of this year’s “Hawaii Walls” mural festival. Formerly known as ‘Pow Wow,’ the annual event aims to uplift under-served communities in Hawaii through public art.

In this month’s episode of ‘Upfront with Guy Hagi,' professional artist and Kalani grad Jasper Wong takes Guy on a tour of this year’s “Hawaii Walls” mural festival. Formerly known as ‘Pow Wow,’ the annual event aims to uplift under-served communities in Hawaii through public art.

Episode 5: Entering a world of color with Jasper Wong

Hawaii News Now’s very own Casey Lund joins Guy Hagi on this week’s episode of “Upfront with Guy Hagi.” The Idaho native explains his journey to Hawaii and how he handled adapting to the Hawaiian culture.

Hawaii News Now’s very own Casey Lund joins Guy Hagi on this week’s episode of “Upfront with Guy Hagi.” The Idaho native explains his journey to Hawaii and how he handled adapting to the Hawaiian culture.

Episode 4: The story behind Hawaii’s beloved morning reporter Casey Lund

HNN meteorologist Guy Hagi steps away from the weather board to go "upfront" in our weather vehicle with some of Hawaii's biggest names in news and entertainment. 

HNN meteorologist Guy Hagi steps away from the weather board to go "upfront" in our weather vehicle with some of Hawaii's biggest names in news and entertainment.

Upfront with Guy Hagi

HNN meteorologist Guy Hagi steps away from the weather board to go "upfront" in our weather vehicle with some of Hawaii's biggest names in entertainment. 

HNN meteorologist Guy Hagi steps away from the weather board to go "upfront" in our weather vehicle with some of Hawaii's biggest names in entertainment.

Upfront with Guy Hagi

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