Happy Thursday!  Below, you’ll see what we’re talking about this morning in Throwback Thursdays!  Even Hulk Hogan got wind of this fad . . . you’re going to dye just thinking about it!

And what other reasons to be a hero, than for purely altruistic reasons?  Well, add the perk we talked about this morning, for Charles Ramsey.  Click [here] in case you missed it.

You heard me talk this morning about what Blink-182 is doing for those affected by the Oklahoma tornado.  Check out their Facebook page or click [here] for more info.

Did you win your passes to the advance screening of “Now You See Me” yet?  This movie stars Jesse Eisenberg, Mark Ruffalo, Woody Harreslon, Malanie Laurent, Isla Fisher, Dave Franco, Michael Caine and Morgan Freeman, showing on Wednesday, May 29th at 7 pm at Ward Consolidated Theatres.  Listen and win at 7:40 am!  

In today’s Wrong Wrong Wednesdays, how well do you know your Whitesnake lyrics?  Did you know that the song talks about cologne?  Or does it?  

And you heard it this morning, times are tough for the Biebs.  Earlier thsi week, Justin Bieber was booed at the Billboard Music Awards.  Now, he has to say goodbye.  Click [here] to find out more, in case you missed it.

And talk about overachievers!  A 14-year old girl went above and beyond for a science project.  Click [here] in case you missed it this morning, as to how she made a discovery about her iPad2 that many with heart conditions may want to take a look at.  

Got some album releases from 30 Seconds to Mars and Darius Rucker (Hootie and the Blowfish) today - and of course, as I said yesterday, I’m giving away a four-pack of passes ALL WEEK LONG, to the advance screening of “Now You See Me” starring Jesse Eisenberg, Mark Ruffalo, Woody Harreslon, Malanie Laurent, Isla Fisher, Dave Franco, Michael Caine and Morgan Freeman.  It’s happening on Wednesday, May 29th at 7 pm at Ward Consolidated Theatres.  Listen and win at 7:40 am!

You heard me talk this morning about the Hollywood star that is getting a sea scorpion named after him.  Click [here] to read more, in case you missed it.

And our prayers go out to the families in Oklahoma, but more importantly, how you can help, coincides with the American Red Cross’ anniversary! So if you’d like to help the cause, the Red Cross is currently accepting donations to aid the Oklahoma tornado victims and their families. If you want to send a $10 donation to the Disaster Relief fund via text message, you can do so by texting the word REDCROSS to 90999. If texting ain’t your thing, you can click on over to redcross.org or call 1-800-Red Cross

How was your weekend?  Did you check out any new movies this weekend?  Listen this morning as we’ll talk about today’s Hot Box.  Did Ironman retain it’s #1 spot?

And speaking of movies, I’m giving away a four-pack of passes ALL WEEK LONG, to the advance screening of “Now You See Me” starring Jesse Eisenberg, Mark Ruffalo, Woody Harreslon, Malanie Laurent, Isla Fisher, Dave Franco, Michael Caine and Morgan Freeman.  It’s happening on Wednesday, May 29th at 7 pm at Ward Consolidated Theatres.  Listen and win all week long at 7:40 am!

So what were some big moments that happened at last night’s Billboard Music Awards?   Well you heard me talk this morning about the momentous “minute” that Kid Rock had on stage that should be applauded.  Click [here] to read it in case you missed it this morning.

And other than the Rock artists I mentioned this morning as winners, if you want to see a complete listing of winners, click [here].

And last, are you a fisherman?  Now, a way for New Hampshire residents to find out if someone is truly telling a “fish tale.”  Read more about it [here].

Friday is here … finally!  Giving away the last set of passes to the KPOI BOYS Anniversary Celebration, the pau hana party with stand-up comedy, live music and of course, free pupus.  Also still giving away a four-pack of passes to the advance screening of “Hangover 3” starring Bradley Cooper, on May 20th at Ward Consolidated Theatres.

If you’re headed to the movies this weekend, make sure you listen up for the Friday Flicks, including Star Trek which opened in theaters yesterday.  

And earlier this week you heard me talk about one of this season’s coaches on “The Voice” leaving.  Well, sounds like this hip-shaking judge isn’t going after all.  Click [here] to read more.

And what better way to have breakfast, than a taco?  A waffle taco!  I talked about it this morning, but click [here] to check out Taco Bell’s newest menu item coming soon.

The weekend is almost here!  Did you win your passes to KPOI BOYS Anniversary Celebration yet?  What is it?  Well, its THE pau hana party with stand-up comedy, live music and of course, free pupus.  Also still giving away a four-pack of passes to the advance screening of “Hangover 3” starring Bradley Cooper, on May 20th at Ward Consolidated Theatres.

In today’s Throwback Thursdays, we have Joey Lawrence to thank for this fashion trend.

And you heard me talk this morning about the unconventional way a Chinese man expressed his dissatisfaction with a car dealership.  Oh, did I mention that it was for a $420,000 Maserati?  Click [here] to read the story in case you missed it.

We didn’t get a chance to talk about this but some people dream of winning the lottery … once in their lifetime.  Click [here] to see what this Virginia man keeps striking his luck with.

And last but not least, you heard me talk this morning, about something you can NOT get arrested for in New York City.  You’d be surprised to hear what it is - read more [here].

Still giving away a pair of passes to KPOI BOYS Anniversary Celebration -the pau hana party with stand-up comedy, live music and of course, free pupus.  Also still giving away a four-pack of passes to the advance screening of “Hangover 3” starring Bradley Cooper, on May 20th at Ward Consolidated Theatres.

Did you pick up the new Spin Doctors album?  Before you pick it up, be sure your Spin Doctors lyrics is on tap.  In today’s Wrong Wrong Wednesday, Mondegreen, how well do you know your Spin Doctors' lyrics?

So right around 1:14, he’s saying he knows what a prison lover ought to be.  Or is he?

You heard me talk this morning about the soon to be 15-year old Jaden Smith, son of superstars Will Smith and Jada Pinkett-Smith.  What does he want for his birthday?  Click [here] to read more in case you missed it.

And another topic we talked about this mornign - that pimpin’ … has no age limits.  What am I talking about?  Read more [here].

And check out the rival to McDonald’s McRib sandwich [here].

Last but not least, a rescue … of a police officer stuck in a tree.  Find out why [here].

Find out which artists are releasing albums today, and make sure you listen and win at 7:40 am, to win a pair of passes to KPOI BOYS Anniversary Celebration - what is this, you wonder?  It’s a pau hana party with stand-up comedy, live music and of course, free pupus.  I’m also giving away a four-pack of passes to the advance screening of “Hangover 3” starring Bradley Cooper, on May 20th at Ward Consolidated Theatres.

Didn’t get a chance to talk about the menu changes at this fast food establishment this morning, but looks like the golden arches are focusing on cheap … read more [here].

We talked this morning about some coach changes again on “The Voice,” so this may or may not make you happy.  Read story [here] in case you missed it.

And last, you heard me talk this morning about a Chinese man who was hospitalized overnight, due to having an eel having to be surgically removed...from where?  In case you missed the story, read/watch more videos [here].

Hope you had a great weekend and for all you moms, a very Happy Mother’s Day yesterday!  Today we find out which movies made it to our hot box and if Iron Man 3 held the #1 spot for the 2nd week in a row.  We’re giving away passes to our KPOI BOYS Anniversary Celebration, which is happening on Thursday, May 23rd, 6 pm, at Restaurant Epic.  Listen for the hashstash question and win at 7:40 am!

And as we talked about this morning, what is the craziest thing you’ve done to try to quit smoking?  Click [here] in case you missed what a California women did to try to quit smoking.

And in the continuing drama of late night television that unfolds like daytime TV, find out who will replace Jimmy Fallon’s spot. Read more about that story [here].

It’s Friday, so it means movies, movies, movies!  And especially for this weekend, moms!  Your last chance to win the Mother’s Day prize pack is happenings this morning at 7:40 am in my hashstash!

You heard me talk about the American Idol judge that is calling it quits after this season is over. Click [here] to read more in case you missed it.  Dawg.

And see what type of mountatin this “Mountain” makes.  For more, read [here].

And you heard me talk this morning about the man in Florida who tried to run away from the law, and the Florida “native” that took charge.  Read more [here].

Congrats to our hashstash winners this week so far, of the Mother’s Day prize packs which includes a $50 gift certificate to Honolulu Chocolate Company, a $25 certificate to Jose’s Mexican Cafe and Cantina, one dozen roses courtesy of Foodland, and a $50 gift pack from “As Seen on TV.”  Listen and win in my 7:40 am hashstash, all week!

In today’s Throwback Thursdays, the portable device that killed the cassette tape walkmans.  Yep, I’m talking about the first portable CD players, made by Sony.    Remember these?

And as I talked about this morning, I forgot to mention yesterday in my weather forecast to be aware of occassional falling helicopters.  Click [here] in case you missed the story this morning.

Still giving away an awesome Mother’s Day prize pack including a $50 gift certificate to Honolulu Chocolate Company, a $25 certificate to Jose’s Mexican Cafe and Cantina, one dozen roses courtesy of Foodland, and a $50 gift pack from “As Seen on TV.”  Listen and win in my 7:40 am hashstash, all week!

How well do you know your Van Halen lyrics?  Today’s Wrong Wrong Wednesday Mondegreen tests your knowledge.

In Van Halen’s “Panama,” the chorus sings “Padded Bra.”  Or does it?  

And you heard me and everyone else hating on Michael Bay when he talked about working on the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie.  Well, perhaps I should take that back.  Click [here] to find out what I’m talking about in regards to the movie’s newest star.

And I updated you this morning on my “baldness” situation - the post-St. Baldrick’s do I’m trying to sport. Thanks to all of you who donated, we came close to raising $80,000!  Get up to date info for all of St. Baldrick’s fundraising events [here].

Still haven’t got that perfect Mother’s Day gift yet?  Don’t fret, because I’m giving away an awesome Mother’s Day prize pack including a $50 gift certificate to Honolulu Chocolate Company, a $25 certificate to Jose’s Mexican Cafe and Cantina, one dozen roses courtesy of Foodland, and a $50 gift pack from “As Seen on TV.”  Listen and win in my 7:40 am hashstash, all week!

You heard me talk about yet another way you can soon get a ticket in Honolulu.  Read more about it [here] in case you missed it.

You also heard me talk about Motley Crue’s Mick Mars being attacked on stage.  Click [here] to read more.

So if you listen to my show, you’ll know which band I was named after one of it’s members.  Yup, ABBA.  Click [here] to read more about a new museum in the group’s honor.

Hope you had a great weekend!  Find out which movies made top five on our Hot Box this morning, and all week long, we’re celebrating moms.  At 7:40 am each morning this week, is your chance to win a fabulous Mother’s Day prize pack including a $50 gift certificate to Honolulu Chocolate Company, a $25 certificate to Jose’s Mexican Cafe and Cantina, one dozen roses courtesy of Foodland, and a $50 gift pack from “As Seen on TV.”  

Even more, Ward Consolidated Theaters is celebrating 2 years of the Hana Hou Picture show by giving away a four pack of tickets to see Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade on Wednesday, May 15th at 10 pm at Ward Consolidated Theatres.  

In other news, check out this full metal rendition of our national Anthem done by Metallica this past Friday night.  Click [here] to see it.

And check out the world’s smallest flying robot [here].

Last, something we talked about this morning - in my quest to give you the leads on possible job openings, here’s the latest gig for you.  Click [here] for more.

It’s Iron Man 3 release day today!  Other films are coming out today, but that will definitely be the blockbuster this weekend.  Giving away the last set of passes to see the Hana Hou picture show screening of Top Gun, on Monday May 13th at Ward Consolidated Theatres.  Listen and win at 7:40 am!

You heard me talking this morning about one of thrash metal’s pioneers passing away- Slayer’s guitarist and songwriter Jeff Hanneman.  In case you missed the story, click [here].  RIP, Mr. Hanneman!

And you also heard me talk about the email provider that is now … obsolete.  Click [here] in case you missed it.  The again, if you have that email account, you would have known by now.

Have a great weekend!

Have you won your passes to see the Hana Hou picture show screening of Top Gun, on Monday May 13th at Ward Consolidated Theatres? If not, make sure you listen and win every day this week at 7:40 am!

In today’s Throwback Thursdays, do the shoes below look familiar?  

Yeah, I agree. Leave it in the past where it belongs.

In other news, you heard me talk this morning about how far you would go to get a raise at work.  Click [here] in case you missed it.

And as you know, my wife and I are expecting a baby this August, and while we’re about 80% decided on the baby’s name, we’re still open to ideas.  However, find out what kinds of names are banned in New Zealand.  In case you missed the story this morning, read more [here].

It’s May Day which means Lei Day in Hawaii!

Still giving away passes to see the Hana Hou picture show screening of Top Gun, on Monday May 13th at Ward Consolidated Theatres.  Listen and win every day this week at 7:40 am!

And how well do you know your Alanis lyrics?  Does this sound familiar?

“It’s not fair to deny me of the cross I bear that you gave to me.” No?  Listen closely!

And as I talked about this morning … are you looking for a job?  Want something different?  Click [here] to read more in case you missed it.

Check out the story of this NFL player doing good [here].

And how much are you paying for beer compared to at other sporting events?  Click [here] to read more.

And lastly, I talke for a bit about Carrie Fisher (Princess Leia) making her possible return back, via Disney’s new Star Wars Episode VII.  Disney even hired a trainer to go to her house to prep her.  Lots of stuff going on with the new post-Lucas Films takeover!

Happy last day of April!  Win your passes to see the Hana Hou picture show screening of Top Gun, on Monday May 13th at Ward Consolidated Theatres.  Talked about some of the new CD and DVD/Blu-Ray releases coming out today, and also where to head if you’re looking for a job.  Missed it?  Read more [here].

In other news, fish and sign language.  Huh?  Pretty interesting stuff.  Read more [here].

Hope you had a great weekend!  All week long, I’m giving away passes to see the Hana Hou picture screening of Top Gun, on Monday, May 13th at 10 p.m., at Ward Consolidated Theatres.  Listen at win at 7:40 am!  We talked about the top movies this weekend, and an Ironman 3 story - and a guy who took mannequins into his own hands.  Missed the story?  Click [here].

And talk about revenge on noisy neighbors.  In case you missed this story, you don’t wanna miss reading about it.  Read more [here].

It’s Friday!  Giving away the last set of passes to the advance screening of Iron Man 3 in my hashstash - listen and win at 7:40 am!  

And as I talked about this morning, we’re rooting for Manti Te`o in today’s 2nd round draft, but whether he gets drafted today or not, Honolulu Mayor Kirk Caldwell is helping to put on a parade for hometown athletes Manti Te`o and his teammate Robby Toma.  For more info on the parade route, in case you missed it this morning, click [here].

ABOVE: They’re baaaaaaaaaaack ... you heard it this morning.  Read more [here].

Lastly, this morning we talked about this rock group that hits the big screen this fall.  Read more about it [here].

Still giving away a pair of passes to the advance screening of Iron Man 3 in my hashstash - listen and win at 7:40 am!  

In today’s Throwback Thursdays, something from Chester Cheetah.  You know what I’m talking about! Do you remember these?  

If you were listening this morning, you heard me talk about the Hollywood movie star that is going to live on $1.50 all in the name of charity, starting next week Monday.  Read more [here] in case you missed it.

And another thing we talked about is about one of the stars of the movie sponsoring this morning show this week - “Pain & Gain.”  Pictured below, is of course, Hawaii’s own Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson.  Click [here] for more.

Did you win your passes to see the advance screening of Iron Man 3 yet?  What are you waiting for?  I am still giving them away today through Friday, at 7:40 am!

This morning, you heard me talk about a one-way trip - to Mars.  In case you missed it, read more [here].

And do you think you know your Police lyrics?  Here’s today’s Wrong Wrong Wednesdays Mondegreen

Another thing we talked about this morning - a new dangerous trend/dare that teens have taken up.  Click [here] to learn more - and talk to your kids about it.

Lots of you wanting those advance screening passes to see the 3D showing of Iron Man 3 starring Robert Downey, Jr., and Gwyneth Paltrow!  To win, simply listen in at 7:40 am, hashtag, tweet, and good luck! Got some cool CDs and DVD/Blueray releases today, and if you were listening this morning, you heard me warn you about a new type of flu.  And this one has to do with a game.  And beer.  Read more [here] in case you missed it.

And so a woman walks into a bathroom ... click [here] to see what she found.

Hope you had a great weekend!  Giving away passes to the 3D advance screening of Iron Man 3, starring Robert Downey Jr., and Gwyneth Paltrow, on Wednesday, May 1st at Consolidated Ward Theatres.  Listen and win all week at 7:40 am!  

And if you’ve been paying attention to the show, all two of ya, and to my social media, you’ll know I’m a very BALD Love Machine this morning, as I participated in the St. Baldricks Foundation shaving of my hair.  Thank you to all of you who donated on behalf of Haz-Matt (my fellow baldy) and I, and to the 105.9 KPOI 105.9 team - working together to fight childhood cancer.  Make sure you head over to our KPOI facebook page for pictures from yesterday’s event.  After talking about the top movies of the weekend, gave you some details this morning on the rockstar who decided to do what I keep telling all of you not to - get behind the wheel after drinking or doing any kind of drug.  Click [here] in case you missed it.

On a more positive note, check out what the group who had the pick for our Wrong Wrong Wednesdays Mondegreen, is doing something so so right - read more about it [here].

And of course, earlier this morning, I updated you on the latest with Boston Marathon bombing #2 suspect, 19 year old Dzhokhar (Johar) Tsarnaev, who is now awake and communicating with authorities via writing.  We’ll keep you posted as details emerge.

Giving away the last pair of passes to an advanced screening of Pain & Gain on Tuesday, April 23rd at the Ward Theaters, with a $25 gift certificate for Jose’s Mexican Cafe & Cantina. Listen and win at 7:40 am!

And as you heard me talk about this morning, tomorrow is the third Saturday of April... do you know what that means? Tomorrow is Record Store Day! With record stores around the country having crazy sales on music, here’s a repeat of what I talked about-Hawaii locations are:

Jelly’s Hawaii - Honolulu (Auahi St)

Hungry Ear Records - Kailua

Request Music - Wailuku

Click [here] for more info.

And another thing we talked about - as of last night we have some new inductees in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, which was held in Los Angeles-and as mentioned this morning, the eight of them are:

Randy Newman

Heart

Rush

Public Enemy

Donna Summer

Albert King

and producers Quincy Jones and Lou Adler

Wanna watch it in its entirety? The ceremony will be broadcasted on HBO on May 18... lots of time to set the DVR.

Twitter launches their music app - click [here] for more details.

Star Wars fans - be on the lookout - read [here] for more on what Disney is promising.