For the first time ever, the KIPO program “Aloha Shorts” will be added to the list of free Hawaii Public Radio podcasts.

The program consists of local actors reading short stories and poetry by local authors that are published by Bamboo Ridge Press.

“Aloha Shorts” is a weekly show that is broadcast on KIPO 89.3 FM every Tuesday from 6:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. The show is taped in front of a live audience at the Atherton Performing Arts Studio.

The “Aloha Shorts” podcast can be found at http://feeds2.feedburner.com/AlohaShorts. For all HPR podcasts go to www.hawaiipublicradio.org.