The podcast episodes provided touch on various aspects of Hawaiian culture, from the symbolic significance of the 'shaka' hand gesture to the spiritual connection between the land and its people.

In the episode 'Crimes seen: The ICC chases Israel and Hamas', the discussion briefly explores the cultural authenticity of the 'shaka' gesture and its ties to Hawaiian culture, as well as the potential economic benefits of making it an official state symbol.

The episode 'Lost in the Forest: Two Weeks Off-Trail' also briefly mentions the Hawaiian belief that rocks are ancestors and the deep connection to the land, providing a glimpse into the spiritual and environmental aspects of Hawaiian culture.