Molokaʻi was already known to be a small community before COVID-19 shut everything down. Only about 7,000 people live there, compared to nearly 1 million living on Oʻahu. The island has a few hotels and one general hospital.
Host Russell Subiono hopped on a small plane to Molokaʻi, where he met up with residents who have taken matters into their own hands. From starting their own farms to initiating nonprofits, the Molokaʻi mentality remains strong as the island community fights to keep their rights in check.
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