Kana'i & Brooks on Building Community Through Service & Aloha | Pilina Podcast Ep. 03

Aloha mai kākou, and welcome back to the Pilina Podcast — where we share the stories of local leaders, creators, and changemakers strengthening our communities one relationship at a time.

In this episode, we sit down with a powerhouse couple, Kana’i Picanco and his partner Brooks, who have built Kana’i’s Junk Removal from the ground up. Their growing business is rooted in hard work, strong values, and a deep commitment to serving the community with aloha. Whether clearing out old furniture, helping families through life transitions, or cleaning up after tough times, Kana’i and Brooks bring heart and integrity to every job.

What You’ll Hear:

Their personal backgrounds and how they met

The inspiration and early days of their business journey

How they divide roles and work as a team

The mission behind Kana’i’s Junk Removal and what makes it unique

Lessons learned building a business from scratch

Keeping their relationship strong while balancing work and life

Meaningful moments that remind them why they do this work

Future plans, including possible expansion to outer islands

Advice for anyone thinking about starting their own business

Our fun rapid-fire segment ‘What’s the Scoops?’ with questions about local life and favorites

And their heartfelt vision for the legacy of aloha they hope to leave in the world

Mahalo nui loa to Kana’i and Brooks for sharing their story, their heart, and their vision with us today. If this episode inspired you, please share it with someone who could use a boost — that’s how we grow community, by lifting each other up.

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