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TBC News & Culture Dispatch Island headlines, tiki happenings, and cultural currents from across the TBC network.
The Tiki News category celebrates the vibrant world of Polynesian Pop culture - your hub for everything happening across the tiki universe, from modern exotica and Hawaiian music releases to tiki bar openings, rum events, festivals, art shows, movie premieres, and global gatherings that keep mid‑century escapism alive; inspired by the spirit of classic newsletters and travel bulletins, this space highlights today’s thriving scene with updates on surf‑rock drops, mug launches, immersive pop‑ups, Polynesian‑themed documentaries, and major events like Tiki Oasis and The Hukilau, all curated to keep you connected to the evolving world of tiki culture that continues to inspire Exotic Tiki Island and energize ETI RADIO.
The Tropical Renaissance: Inside the Surge of 1970s Hawaiian Décor and Vintage Tiki Collecting Mid-century modern design has enjoyed its time in the spotlight, but a more colorful, textured, and...
A Tiki News Feature for Exotic Tiki Island By Tiki Brian — ETI RADIO & The Tiki Broadcasting Company 🚤 A Night of Adventure That Goes Far Beyond the Ordinary On Friday, July 17th,...
A Bold New Frontier in Modern Surf Instrumental Music Somewhere along the fragile seam between myth and science, an unearthly refrain drifts. Follow it, and you slip into a realm of descending...
🌺 The Hukilau 2026: A Weekend of Aloha, Music, and Tiki Magic with ETI RADIO Live Hukilau Braodcast (Day 1) Tiki Brian - Host of ETI RADIO is on Mixlr Live Hukilau Braodcast (Day 2) Tiki Brian -...
🗿 How Modern Cocktail Bars Are Reimagining the Spirit of Island Adventure An Exotic Tiki Island Feature Article Across the mainland, a new generation of tropical cocktail bars is rising - bold,...
🌺 Wiki Tiki Magazine Releases Its New Limited‑Edition Issue for 2026 Wiki Tiki Magazine has officially announced the arrival of its newest limited‑edition, bi‑monthly issue, continuing its role as...
🌴 The Legend of Captain Scotty B: ETI’s First Mate of Fun, Friendship & Friday Happy Hours For longtime listeners of the Exotic Tiki Island Podcast and superfans of ETI RADIO’s Aloha Friday Live...
A TBC News Report from the Shores of Exotic Tiki Island Aloha, islanders! Tiki Brian here, and friends - some tiki mugs are vessels for drinks. Others are vessels for memories. The latest release...
2026 Cocktail Trends: Tiki Is the Ultimate Escapism How tropical nostalgia, bold flavors, and immersive bar culture made tiki the year’s most irresistible trend. Tiki is the defining escapist...
🌴 The Martin Denny Monday Premium Broadcast A TBC / ETI RADIO Exclusive Event - Monday, May 18th, 2026 at 4:30pm Eastern The Tiki Broadcasting Company proudly presents one of the most anticipated...
Back in 2013, long before ETI RADIO became the flagship station of the Tiki Broadcasting Company (TBC), Tiki Brian released a passion project that would quietly grow into one of his most‑loved...
Few characters in Disney history have achieved cult status with as little screen time as the Hitchhiking Ghosts — the spectral trio who appear near the end of the Haunted Mansion attraction, forever...
Tiki culture has always been more than carved idols, rum drinks, and bamboo décor - it’s a living, breathing community built on escapism, creativity, and shared joy. In Tiki Paradise , author Jeff...
Celebrating the birth of exotica’s founding father and his lasting influence on ETI RADIO On March 14, 1922, the world welcomed Les Baxter, a musical visionary whose lush orchestrations and sonic...
A shimmering new wave rolls across the modern exotica scene as Mr. Moai & The Tikiheads unveil their newest EP, Echoes of Exotica—a lush, high‑fidelity tribute to the legendary soundscapes of...
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Discover the ultimate guide to tiki culture with Smuggler’s Cove, featuring over 100 classic and original cocktail recipes alongside a groundbreaking exploration of rum and Polynesian Pop history. Written by Martin and Rebecca Cate, founders of the world‑renowned Smuggler’s Cove bar, this richly detailed book blends mixology, décor inspiration, and tiki lore into an immersive journey through the past and present of the tiki renaissance. Whether you’re building your home bar, planning a tropical party, or perfecting your Mai Tai, this essential volume brings the magic of tiki right to your fingertips.
Rediscover the golden age of tiki with Beachbum Berry Remixed, the definitive anthology of Jeff “Beachbum” Berry’s groundbreaking cocktail research. This fully updated volume combines the classic Grog Log and Intoxica! with 40 newly uncovered vintage recipes from the 1930s–60s and 38 modern creations from today’s top tiki bartenders. Packed with expanded history, drink lore, and fresh insights into legendary cocktails like the Mai Tai, Zombie, and Suffering Bastard, this essential book is a treasure trove for home bartenders, collectors, and anyone passionate about the tiki revival.
Bring paradise to your glass with Tiki Cocktails, a vibrant collection of 50+ easy, flavor‑packed recipes inspired by the golden age of tiki. Designed for home bartenders, this book simplifies classic and modern tropical drinks with clear steps, stunning photography, and tips for hosting beach‑themed parties. Complete with a brief history of the tiki movement, it’s the perfect guide for anyone looking to mix refreshing, island‑style cocktails with minimal effort and maximum fun.
