Podcasts about Barbadian

We explore the inspiring and enchanting entrepreneurial journey of Barbadian business owner Tamara Gibson. As the owner of the luxury scent brand, Native Caribbean, Gibson continues to thoughtfully evolve both personally and professionally.From what we've heard, the smell of success couldn't be sweeter.Do It Fuh Grantley is produced by Fortress Fund Managers and Honeycomb Productions. Want to get in touch? DM @fortressfundmanagers on Instagram or Facebook Email us at info@fortressfund.com

The taxman cometh, but what exactly is he after?Barbadian accounting professional and entrepreneur, David Simpson, assures us all that there's nothing to fear.From fostering economic growth to reducing poverty, we discuss how Barbadians taxpayers are actively shaping a healthier society.Do It Fuh Grantley is produced by Fortress Fund Managers and Honeycomb Productions. Want to get in touch? DM @fortressfundmanagers on Instagram or Facebook Email us at info@fortressfund.com

Esther Austin is a dynamic British media personality, Award Winning International talk show host, Documentary producer, motivational speaker and Fashion Designer of Barbadian heritage. Renowned for her transformative and heartfelt approach, Esther has established herself as a powerful voice in media and personal development. She is the founder of Esther Austin Global, a multi-award-winning multimedia PR platform committed to amplifying voices, inspiring change, and celebrating impactful stories.Esther is the creator and host of the signature talk show “On the Sofa with Esther,” where she conducts profound, off-the-cuff interviews with entertainment legends, emerging artists, and everyday heroes. The show airs weekly and has featured iconic personalities such as members of The Supremes, The Emotions, and The O'Jays, as well as celebrated figures like Nile Rogers and Angie Stone. The program not only highlights legacies but also provides a platform for untold stories of resilience and transformation.In addition to her media work, Esther publishes TurningPoint Magazine, a quarterly luxury lifestyle publication that celebrates legends and pioneers in music, film, and entrepreneurship while spotlighting emerging talent. Blending sophistication with substance, the internationally acclaimed magazine features in-depth interviews and champions themes of empowerment, self-discovery, and elevated luxury lifestyle living.A passionate keynote speaker and advocate for personal empowerment, Esther's mantra, “Stand in Your Truth,” and "Authenticity" inspires audiences to embrace their authentic selves and live life boldly. Her compelling message of resilience is further explored in her literary works, including “Wounded Lives, Wounded Healers,” “Within Silence: Wisdom Whispers,” and “The Path to Ageless Beauty.”As a multifaceted entrepreneur, Esther also manages The Funki Butterfly, a fashion line that encourages women to express their individuality with bold, eclectic styles - a range that will be coming out in 2025. Her work as an Artist Liaison further underscores her commitment to supporting artists and preserving legacies through media, public relations, and bespoke experiences.Esther Austin's journey is one of passion, creativity, and fearless pursuit of purpose. Whether she is interviewing cultural icons, producing transformative content, or leading motivational talks, she continues to leave an indelible mark on the global media landscape.For more information, to book your interview go toWww.LetitiaAntoinette.world www.estheraustinglobal.biz

A fellow West Indian, Sean Michael Field, a proud Barbadian, never waits for opportunities to fall into his lap. Instead he makes his own and adds whatever else comes his way as gravy. Sean is an award winning filmmaker, producer, writer and avid entrepreneur. In addition to the creative end of things is dedicated to meticulous detail always. His early days of graphic design along with his sense of self instilled in him by his family have only helped towards his many successes, whether in front of the camera for film and tv or behind the camera as Director, DP, screenwriter and producer.He began his journey in the corporate world as a senior analyst for South Western Bell Corporation (formerly SNET), then moved onto a successful career in the advertising industry and later relocated to Los Angeles where he took on the challenge of acting in major US advertising campaigns, such as: AAMCO + KFC and films such as the better known ⁠Hancock⁠ featuring Will Smith He hosted MTV episodes and created ⁠Iland Boy Films⁠ in 2011, a film and music video production company. Soon his work was being seen on national TV, in billboards and beyond. He partnered with ⁠FLOW⁠ (formerly LIME) to create the first lifestyle Caribbean television network, NEXUS Networks and later ran ⁠NEXICON⁠, a digital media marketing company that focuses on combining all his skills under one umbrella.With all this, Sean is an avid sports fan, Star Wars Jedi, lover of music and dad to two amazing sons and cancer. It's been such a pleasure to witness the upward progression of such an inventive mind that not even Covid-19 could put a damper on, as can be seen at: https://seanfield.com/

Planning for the future should include what comes next for your loved ones even after you're gone.Thankfully, where there's a will, there's a way.Barbadian attorney, Annette Linton, joins us for our Season 7 premiere - an informative and instructional conversation on the importance of Will & Estate Planning. Do It Fuh Grantley is produced by Fortress Fund Managers and Honeycomb Productions. Want to get in touch? DM @fortressfundmanagers on Instagram or Facebook Email us at info@fortressfund.com

It's been nearly a decade since Rihanna released a studio album—and fans and critics alike have wondered when, if ever, a follow-up to 2016's Anti might arrive. Which is ironic, because in her heyday, Rihanna was the most productive hitmaker on the charts. Churning out at least one album a year in the late aughts and early ‘10s,  Rihanna's approach to the charts was closer to early Motown or the Beatles than Beyoncé or Taylor. The result: the Barbadian pop deity scored more No. 1s than any 21st century artist, from “SOS” and “Umbrella” through “Diamonds” and “Work.”  Join Chris Molanphy as he traces Rihanna's journey from tropical tyro to commanding chart queen and explores how she found hits at a boundless pace. Podcast production by Kevin Bendis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's been nearly a decade since Rihanna released a studio album—and fans and critics alike have wondered when, if ever, a follow-up to 2016's Anti might arrive. Which is ironic, because in her heyday, Rihanna was the most productive hitmaker on the charts. Churning out at least one album a year in the late aughts and early ‘10s,  Rihanna's approach to the charts was closer to early Motown or the Beatles than Beyoncé or Taylor. The result: the Barbadian pop deity scored more No. 1s than any 21st century artist, from “SOS” and “Umbrella” through “Diamonds” and “Work.”  Join Chris Molanphy as he traces Rihanna's journey from tropical tyro to commanding chart queen and explores how she found hits at a boundless pace. Podcast production by Kevin Bendis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's been nearly a decade since Rihanna released a studio album—and fans and critics alike have wondered when, if ever, a follow-up to 2016's Anti might arrive. Which is ironic, because in her heyday, Rihanna was the most productive hitmaker on the charts. Churning out at least one album a year in the late aughts and early ‘10s,  Rihanna's approach to the charts was closer to early Motown or the Beatles than Beyoncé or Taylor. The result: the Barbadian pop deity scored more No. 1s than any 21st century artist, from “SOS” and “Umbrella” through “Diamonds” and “Work.”  Join Chris Molanphy as he traces Rihanna's journey from tropical tyro to commanding chart queen and explores how she found hits at a boundless pace. Podcast production by Kevin Bendis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's been nearly a decade since Rihanna released a studio album—and fans and critics alike have wondered when, if ever, a follow-up to 2016's Anti might arrive. Which is ironic, because in her heyday, Rihanna was the most productive hitmaker on the charts. Churning out at least one album a year in the late aughts and early ‘10s,  Rihanna's approach to the charts was closer to early Motown or the Beatles than Beyoncé or Taylor. The result: the Barbadian pop deity scored more No. 1s than any 21st century artist, from “SOS” and “Umbrella” through “Diamonds” and “Work.”  Join Chris Molanphy as he traces Rihanna's journey from tropical tyro to commanding chart queen and explores how she found hits at a boundless pace. Podcast production by Kevin Bendis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's been nearly a decade since Rihanna released a studio album—and fans and critics alike have wondered when, if ever, a follow-up to 2016's Anti might arrive. Which is ironic, because in her heyday, Rihanna was the most productive hitmaker on the charts. Churning out at least one album a year in the late aughts and early ‘10s,  Rihanna's approach to the charts was closer to early Motown or the Beatles than Beyoncé or Taylor. The result: the Barbadian pop deity scored more No. 1s than any 21st century artist, from “SOS” and “Umbrella” through “Diamonds” and “Work.”  Join Chris Molanphy as he traces Rihanna's journey from tropical tyro to commanding chart queen and explores how she found hits at a boundless pace. Podcast production by Kevin Bendis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's been nearly a decade since Rihanna released a studio album—and fans and critics alike have wondered when, if ever, a follow-up to 2016's Anti might arrive. Which is ironic, because in her heyday, Rihanna was the most productive hitmaker on the charts. Churning out at least one album a year in the late aughts and early ‘10s,  Rihanna's approach to the charts was closer to early Motown or the Beatles than Beyoncé or Taylor. The result: the Barbadian pop deity scored more No. 1s than any 21st century artist, from “SOS” and “Umbrella” through “Diamonds” and “Work.”  Join Chris Molanphy as he traces Rihanna's journey from tropical tyro to commanding chart queen and explores how she found hits at a boundless pace. Podcast production by Kevin Bendis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the show this time, it’s the propulsive poise and complexity of Nilüfer Yanya. Nilüfer Yanya is a British singer-songwriter, from an artistic family with Turkish and Barbadian heritage. She writes pensive songs, centered around her breathy contralto and her original guitar style. You could sit and think about the equivocal lyrics, or you could get off your ass and dance. Her latest is “My Method Actor” - as in she is her own, method actor - sort of learning to be herself by inhabiting herself fully. For this performance she played 5 songs from the album, which is available on Ninja Tune. Here’s Nilüfer Yanya - Live on KEXP. Recorded October 26th, 2024 Method Actor Mutations Call It Love Binding Like I Say (I Runaway) Watch the full Live on KEXP session on YouTube.Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the show this time, it’s the propulsive poise and complexity of Nilüfer Yanya. Nilüfer Yanya is a British singer-songwriter, from an artistic family with Turkish and Barbadian heritage. She writes pensive songs, centered around her breathy contralto and her original guitar style. You could sit and think about the equivocal lyrics, or you could get off your ass and dance. Her latest is “My Method Actor” - as in she is her own, method actor - sort of learning to be herself by inhabiting herself fully. For this performance she played 5 songs from the album, which is available on Ninja Tune. Here’s Nilüfer Yanya - Live on KEXP. Recorded October 26th, 2024 Method Actor Mutations Call It Love Binding Like I Say (I Runaway) Watch the full Live on KEXP session on YouTube.Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join us in this inspiring episode as Ricky Ellcock shares his journey from a wooden hut in Barbados to flying the Boeing 747 for Virgin Atlantic. Discover how he overcame poverty and racism, fueled by a dream ignited on a US aircraft carrier. Ricky's story highlights the importance of resilience and community support, showcasing how he transitioned from cricket to aviation despite facing numerous challenges. Tune in to hear about his struggles with depression and his triumphant return to the skies, proving that "black people can fly aeroplanes". KEY TAKEAWAYS Ricky Ellcock's journey from growing up in a wooden hut in Barbados, with no running water or electricity, to becoming a professional cricketer and pilot exemplifies resilience. He describes his childhood in a "little slave settlement" and the communal support he received from neighbours, which helped him navigate poverty and pursue education and sports. Ricky’s academic success allowed him to secure a scholarship to Malvern College, a prestigious institution in the UK. His parents incentivised his performance with rewards, such as a watch and a bicycle, which motivated him to excel and ultimately led to his acceptance into one of the top schools. Despite his father's discouragement, stating that "black people don't fly aeroplanes," Ellcock was determined to prove him wrong. This moment marked the beginning of his ambition to become a pilot, showcasing how he transformed a negative statement into motivation to succeed. After a successful cricket career that was cut short by injuries, Ricky faced a period of depression. He eventually found his way back to aviation, realising his childhood dream of flying after backpacking through the United States and discovering flight schools. Representation in aviation cannot be understated as there are very few black pilots. He hopes that his story will inspire young black individuals to pursue careers in aviation, demonstrating that success is possible regardless of one's background. BEST MOMENTS “Cricket was my ticket out of poverty, a sport that gave me strength and purpose, and it all started with a simple game using a coconut branch as a bat." "It doesn't matter how many times you fall down. What matters is how many times you get up." "There are not many role models... I hope that kids can look at something like this and think if he can do this, so can I." "This is a story of triumph really." EPISODE RESOURCES Buy Balls to Fly by Ricky Ellcock with coupon code AIR20 and save 20% Print copy - £14.40 + p&p https://www.thenightwatchman.net/buy/balls-to-fly-out-now Ebook copy - £3.99 https://www.thenightwatchman.net/buy/balls-to-fly-ebook ABOUT THE GUEST Ricky Ellcock is a former English cricketer and qualified pilot. His autobiography, Balls to Fly, chronicles his journey from a Barbadian schoolboy with dreams of playing Test cricket for England to overcoming career-ending injuries. After struggling with depression, he became the first Black captain at Virgin Atlantic, surviving four life-saving brain surgeries. ABOUT THE PODCAST Welcome to Airchats with Airmacs with Sam Macadam, a series that opens doors to reveal the captivating stories of aviation professionals. Join us, your hosts from Airmacs Aviation, the air transport specialists, as we embark on a journey through the skies and into the lives of the people who keep the aviation industry soaring. We sit down with industry experts to explore their unique experiences, challenges, and insights. From navigating the complexities of air travel to the innovations shaping the future of flight. SOCIAL LINKS www.Airmacs.com https://www.instagram.com/airchatswithairmacs https://www.tiktok.com/@airchatswithairmacs

In 2007, a 19-year-old Barbadian pop singer released the lead single off her third album. By doing so, she didn't just give us a timeless, undeniable banger -- she changed the way pop music is made, and became the global superstar that we know Rihanna to be today. In this episode we go back in time to unearth the origins of "Umbrella," and how the song blossomed as a result of many shifting currents in the music industry, the democratization recording technology, and the persistence of Rihanna and her team to record the song instead of the artist for whom it was intended. SONGS DISCUSSED James Brown "Funky Drummer" Funkadelic "Get Off Your Ass and Jam" Soft Cell "Tainted Love" N.W.A. "100 Miles and Runnin" Mya "Case of the Ex (Whatcha Gonna Do?)" Britney Spears featuring Madonna "Me Against the Music" Nine Inch Nails "The Hand That Feeds" Rihanna "Pon de Replay" Rihanna "S.O.S." Shakira "Hips Don't Lie" Rihanna "Umbrella" Justice "Stress" Usher "Love in This Club" Childish Gambino "Bonfire" A$AP Rocky featuring Skepta "Praise the Lord (Da Shine)" Asher Monroe "Synergy" Justin Bieber & Lil Dicky "Running Over" Sabrina Carpenter "Espresso" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's episode of Flavors Unknown, I sit down with Chef JJ Johnson, the James Beard Award-winning chef and founder of FIELDTRIP, a fast-casual concept with four locations across New York. Known for his deep appreciation of the African diaspora's culinary traditions, Chef JJ Johnson has built a brand around rice as a universal connector, sustainability, and bold, unapologetic flavors. In this conversation, we explore his unique multicultural background, how his Puerto Rican and Barbadian heritage shaped his cooking, and why mentorship and hard work have been key pillars in his career. He also shares the moment he realized rice was more than just an ingredient—it was a cultural story waiting to be told. We also get into the behind-the-scenes of running a fast-casual restaurant, how the industry has shifted post-pandemic, and the overlooked ingredients that deserve a spot in every kitchen. Whether you're a home cook, a chef, or just a lover of great food, this episode is packed with insight, humor, and inspiration. What you'll learn from Chef JJ Johnson What sparked Chef JJ Johsnon fascination with African food (3:01) Discovering the “mother grain” of all rice varieties (3:33) The idea behind FIELDTRIP and its mission (4:43) Navigating the challenges of fast-casual dining during and after the pandemic (5:00) What's on the menu at his rice-inspired restaurants (5:44) "FIELDTRIP 2.0"—new dish concepts in the works (9:00) The most disrespected ingredient in America (you'll be surprised!) (9:33) Rice and its historical complexity in different cultures (10:00) Why sourcing local, regenerative rice matters over bleached, enriched varieties (10:33) Growing up in the Poconos and early food influences (16:42) How his grandmother's kitchen shaped his love for food (17:17) Chef JJ Johnson multicultural heritage and how it influences his flavors (19:05) Childhood memories of Caribbean cookouts and family gatherings (20:00) The commercial that sparked his culinary calling (22:09) Early mentors who guided his career in the kitchen (23:39) The problem with social media comparisons and the myth of instant success (25:21) Why the road to success is a long one (and what it takes to get there) (27:51) How cultural backgrounds are shaping modern food trends (29:03) Why restaurants are embracing regional and cultural cuisines like never before (30:00) His ultimate guilty pleasure food (you won't expect this one!) (33:24) An underrated ingredient that works for both sweet and savory dishes (34:01) An underrated West African dish everyone should try (35:00) The top three mistakes home cooks make in the kitchen (and how to fix them) (36:26) A life lesson from his father that applies far beyond the kitchen (36:48) I'd like to share a potential educational resource, "Conversations Behind the Kitchen Door", my new book that features dialogues with accomplished culinary leaders from various backgrounds and cultures. It delves into the future of culinary creativity and the hospitality industry, drawing from insights of a restaurant-industry-focused podcast, ‘flavors unknown”. It includes perspectives from renowned chefs and local professionals, making it a valuable resource for those interested in building a career in the culinary industry. Get the book here! Links to other episodes with the chefs from New York City Don't miss out on the chance to hear from these talented chefs and gain insight into the world of culinary techniques. Check out the links below for more conversations with chefs from NYC. Conversation with Alexander Smalls Interview with chef Danny Garcia Conversations with chef Trigg Brown Interview with pastry chef Françoois Payard Conversation with Erik Ramirez Interview with pastry chef Erin Kanagy-Loux Conversation with chef Dan Kluger Links to most downloaded episodes (click on any picture to listen to the episode) Chef Sheldon Simeon

We interview music journalist and writer John Stevenson about two of the Long 70s most interesting musical genres -- Barbadian Spouge and Afrobeat. 

In this inspiring episode of Building Joy, host Teresa Greco welcomes relaxation expert and Barbadian spiritual teacher, Cecil McIntosh. From a humble upbringing in Barbados, raised by his grandmother and the village, to experiencing life-changing setbacks in Canada, Cecil shares his incredible journey of transformation.After facing divorce and bankruptcy in the same week, Cecil set out on a quest for clarity, learning how to step off the hustle hamster wheel and embrace a life of peace and purpose. Now a sought-after coach and mentor, Cecil helps women life coaches and professionals achieve their goals with ease, teaching them how to truly unwind, do less, and accomplish more.Discover the secrets to reaching a flow state, letting go of constant worry, and finding joy in the present moment. Cecil's wisdom, drawn from years of experience and spiritual insight, will inspire you to rethink your approach to success and well-being.Join us for this enlightening conversation and start your journey toward living life with purpose and joy!

Cricket Trivia has arrived.  What legal term is also used for the two little wooden sticks that sit on top of the vertical stumps that make up the wicket? The six Caribbean cricket associations of Barbados, Guyana, Jamaica, the Leeward Islands, Trinidad and Tobago, and the Windward Islands collectively play international cricket under what name?What honour was Frank Worrell, a Barbadian who played for the West Indies mostly in the 50s, the first to receive in 1964?Which country's cricket team is named the Proteas?Which family of four brothers all played cricket for the national team, though the most that played at any one time was threeIn test cricket what is the significance of the number 99.94?What fruity term is sometimes used to describe a ball/delivery in cricket that is unplayable and often will result in a wicket? Which country holds the record for most ICC tournament wins in both men's and women's versions?Only one fielding player wears gloves, as they crouch to field near the batter. What is the name for this position?If you like this episode, you might enjoy our Rugby episode.Music Hot Swing, Fast Talkin, Bass Walker, Dances and Dames, Ambush by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Don't forget to follow us on social media: Patreon - patreon.com/quizbang - Please consider supporting us on Patreon. Check out our fun extras for patrons and help us keep this podcast going. We appreciate any level of support! Website - quizbangpod.com Check out our website, it will have all the links for social media that you need and while you're there, why not go to the contact us page and submit a question! Facebook - @quizbangpodcast - we post episode links and silly lego pictures to go with our trivia questions. Enjoy the silly picture and give your best guess, we will respond to your answer the next day to give everyone a chance to guess. Instagram - Quiz Quiz Bang Bang (quizquizbangbang), we post silly lego pictures to go with our trivia questions. Enjoy the silly picture and give your best guess, we will respond to your answer the next day to give everyone a chance to guess. Twitter - @quizbangpod We want to start a fun community for our fellow trivia lovers. If you hear/think of a fun or challenging trivia question, post it to our twitter feed and we will repost it so everyone can take a stab it. Come for the trivia - stay for the trivia. Ko-Fi - ko-fi.com/quizbangpod - Keep that sweet caffeine running through our body with a Ko-Fi, power us through a late night of fact checking and editing!

Steve Andrews, Barbadian wellness entrepreneur, was in Kenya hosting master classes for practitioners in the Kenyan spa and wellness space. With unique insights honed over his decades-long career, Andrews' workshops here in Kenya have focused on improving service delivery and upscaling the business of wellness.

Despite their pivotal roles in advancing healthcare, women's contributions to medicine have often been overshadowed or erased by male-dominated narratives. Datshiane Navanayagam speaks with two women dedicated to reclaiming this lost history and highlighting the vital work that women have done in the field of medicine.Yunxin Li is a Chinese academic who specializes in the gendered foundations of ancient Chinese medicine. Her research uncovers the often-overlooked contributions of female healers in premodern China. By focusing on the intersection of gender and healthcare in ancient Chinese history, Yunxin offers a fresh perspective on traditional medical systems and the influential roles women played within them.Kandace Chimbiri, a British author born to Barbadian parents, is committed to highlighting the overlooked contributions of Black women in medicine, particularly in the UK's healthcare system. In her children's book The Story of Britain's Black Nurses, she uncovers the largely untold story of Black women's vital role in shaping the NHS. Through her work, Kandace aims to inspire young readers and honour the legacy of Black women in healthcare.Produced by Emily Naylor(Image: (L) Kandace Chimbiri credit Warren Linton Photography. (R) Yunxin Li courtesy of Yunxin Li.)

Danusha Laméris, a poet and essayist, was raised in Northern California, born to a Dutch father and Barbadian mother. Her first book, The Moons of August (2014), was chosen by Naomi Shihab Nye as the winner of the Autumn House Press Poetry Prize and was a finalist for the Milt Kessler Book Award. Some of her work has been published in: The Best American Poetry, The New York Times, Orion, The American Poetry Review, The Kenyon Review, Ploughshares, Poetry, and Prairie Schooner. Her second book, Bonfire Opera, (University of Pittsburgh Press, Pitt Poetry Series), was a finalist for the 2021 Paterson Poetry Award and recipient of the Northern California Book Award in Poetry. She was the 2018-2020 Poet Laureate of Santa Cruz County, California, and is currently on the faculty of Pacific University's low residency MFA program. Her third book, Blade by Blade, is forthcoming from Copper Canyon Press.

Caree A. Banton's book More Auspicious Shores: Barbadian Migration to Liberia, Blackness, and the Making of an African Republic (Cambridge UP, 2019) chronicles the migration of Afro-Barbadians to Liberia. In 1865, 346 Afro-Barbadians fled a failed post-emancipation Caribbean for the independent black republic of Liberia. They saw Liberia as a means of achieving their post-emancipation goals and promoting a pan-Africanist agenda while simultaneously fulfilling their 'civilizing' and 'Christianizing' duties.  Through a close examination of the Afro-Barbadians, Banton provides a transatlantic approach to understanding the political and sociocultural consequences of their migration and settlement in Africa. Banton reveals how, as former British subjects, Afro-Barbadians navigated an inherent tension between ideas of pan-Africanism and colonial superiority. Upon their arrival in Liberia, an English imperial identity distinguished the Barbadians from African Americans and secured them privileges in the Republic's hierarchy above the other group. By fracturing assumptions of a homogeneous black identity, Banton ultimately demonstrates how Afro-Barbadian settlement in Liberia influenced ideas of blackness in the Atlantic World. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/african-american-studies

Caree A. Banton's book More Auspicious Shores: Barbadian Migration to Liberia, Blackness, and the Making of an African Republic (Cambridge UP, 2019) chronicles the migration of Afro-Barbadians to Liberia. In 1865, 346 Afro-Barbadians fled a failed post-emancipation Caribbean for the independent black republic of Liberia. They saw Liberia as a means of achieving their post-emancipation goals and promoting a pan-Africanist agenda while simultaneously fulfilling their 'civilizing' and 'Christianizing' duties.  Through a close examination of the Afro-Barbadians, Banton provides a transatlantic approach to understanding the political and sociocultural consequences of their migration and settlement in Africa. Banton reveals how, as former British subjects, Afro-Barbadians navigated an inherent tension between ideas of pan-Africanism and colonial superiority. Upon their arrival in Liberia, an English imperial identity distinguished the Barbadians from African Americans and secured them privileges in the Republic's hierarchy above the other group. By fracturing assumptions of a homogeneous black identity, Banton ultimately demonstrates how Afro-Barbadian settlement in Liberia influenced ideas of blackness in the Atlantic World. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Caree A. Banton's book More Auspicious Shores: Barbadian Migration to Liberia, Blackness, and the Making of an African Republic (Cambridge UP, 2019) chronicles the migration of Afro-Barbadians to Liberia. In 1865, 346 Afro-Barbadians fled a failed post-emancipation Caribbean for the independent black republic of Liberia. They saw Liberia as a means of achieving their post-emancipation goals and promoting a pan-Africanist agenda while simultaneously fulfilling their 'civilizing' and 'Christianizing' duties.  Through a close examination of the Afro-Barbadians, Banton provides a transatlantic approach to understanding the political and sociocultural consequences of their migration and settlement in Africa. Banton reveals how, as former British subjects, Afro-Barbadians navigated an inherent tension between ideas of pan-Africanism and colonial superiority. Upon their arrival in Liberia, an English imperial identity distinguished the Barbadians from African Americans and secured them privileges in the Republic's hierarchy above the other group. By fracturing assumptions of a homogeneous black identity, Banton ultimately demonstrates how Afro-Barbadian settlement in Liberia influenced ideas of blackness in the Atlantic World. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/history

Caree A. Banton's book More Auspicious Shores: Barbadian Migration to Liberia, Blackness, and the Making of an African Republic (Cambridge UP, 2019) chronicles the migration of Afro-Barbadians to Liberia. In 1865, 346 Afro-Barbadians fled a failed post-emancipation Caribbean for the independent black republic of Liberia. They saw Liberia as a means of achieving their post-emancipation goals and promoting a pan-Africanist agenda while simultaneously fulfilling their 'civilizing' and 'Christianizing' duties.  Through a close examination of the Afro-Barbadians, Banton provides a transatlantic approach to understanding the political and sociocultural consequences of their migration and settlement in Africa. Banton reveals how, as former British subjects, Afro-Barbadians navigated an inherent tension between ideas of pan-Africanism and colonial superiority. Upon their arrival in Liberia, an English imperial identity distinguished the Barbadians from African Americans and secured them privileges in the Republic's hierarchy above the other group. By fracturing assumptions of a homogeneous black identity, Banton ultimately demonstrates how Afro-Barbadian settlement in Liberia influenced ideas of blackness in the Atlantic World. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/latin-american-studies

Caree A. Banton's book More Auspicious Shores: Barbadian Migration to Liberia, Blackness, and the Making of an African Republic (Cambridge UP, 2019) chronicles the migration of Afro-Barbadians to Liberia. In 1865, 346 Afro-Barbadians fled a failed post-emancipation Caribbean for the independent black republic of Liberia. They saw Liberia as a means of achieving their post-emancipation goals and promoting a pan-Africanist agenda while simultaneously fulfilling their 'civilizing' and 'Christianizing' duties.  Through a close examination of the Afro-Barbadians, Banton provides a transatlantic approach to understanding the political and sociocultural consequences of their migration and settlement in Africa. Banton reveals how, as former British subjects, Afro-Barbadians navigated an inherent tension between ideas of pan-Africanism and colonial superiority. Upon their arrival in Liberia, an English imperial identity distinguished the Barbadians from African Americans and secured them privileges in the Republic's hierarchy above the other group. By fracturing assumptions of a homogeneous black identity, Banton ultimately demonstrates how Afro-Barbadian settlement in Liberia influenced ideas of blackness in the Atlantic World. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/caribbean-studies

Caree A. Banton's book More Auspicious Shores: Barbadian Migration to Liberia, Blackness, and the Making of an African Republic (Cambridge UP, 2019) chronicles the migration of Afro-Barbadians to Liberia. In 1865, 346 Afro-Barbadians fled a failed post-emancipation Caribbean for the independent black republic of Liberia. They saw Liberia as a means of achieving their post-emancipation goals and promoting a pan-Africanist agenda while simultaneously fulfilling their 'civilizing' and 'Christianizing' duties.  Through a close examination of the Afro-Barbadians, Banton provides a transatlantic approach to understanding the political and sociocultural consequences of their migration and settlement in Africa. Banton reveals how, as former British subjects, Afro-Barbadians navigated an inherent tension between ideas of pan-Africanism and colonial superiority. Upon their arrival in Liberia, an English imperial identity distinguished the Barbadians from African Americans and secured them privileges in the Republic's hierarchy above the other group. By fracturing assumptions of a homogeneous black identity, Banton ultimately demonstrates how Afro-Barbadian settlement in Liberia influenced ideas of blackness in the Atlantic World. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/african-studies

Caree A. Banton's book More Auspicious Shores: Barbadian Migration to Liberia, Blackness, and the Making of an African Republic (Cambridge UP, 2019) chronicles the migration of Afro-Barbadians to Liberia. In 1865, 346 Afro-Barbadians fled a failed post-emancipation Caribbean for the independent black republic of Liberia. They saw Liberia as a means of achieving their post-emancipation goals and promoting a pan-Africanist agenda while simultaneously fulfilling their 'civilizing' and 'Christianizing' duties.  Through a close examination of the Afro-Barbadians, Banton provides a transatlantic approach to understanding the political and sociocultural consequences of their migration and settlement in Africa. Banton reveals how, as former British subjects, Afro-Barbadians navigated an inherent tension between ideas of pan-Africanism and colonial superiority. Upon their arrival in Liberia, an English imperial identity distinguished the Barbadians from African Americans and secured them privileges in the Republic's hierarchy above the other group. By fracturing assumptions of a homogeneous black identity, Banton ultimately demonstrates how Afro-Barbadian settlement in Liberia influenced ideas of blackness in the Atlantic World.

Send us a textEpisode 92:Guest Name: Michelle MetcalfGuest Business:  Moda MichelleSummary StyleEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Black Businesses Matter, we speak with Michelle Metcalf, the founder of Moda Michelle, a fashion brand designed for the ‘seasoned' woman. As a first-generation American of Jamaican and Barbadian descent and an alumna of Howard University and Northwestern University, Michelle shares how her cultural background and family have deeply influenced her journey. She highlights her mother and sister as two of her biggest inspirations.With over 20 years of experience in marketing strategy, merchandising, and branding at companies like Marshall Fields, Target, Best Buy, Avon, and Mattel, Michelle dives into her extensive background in fashion. She emphasizes how the people around her influence her designs, and how their reactions motivate her creative process.Michelle also offers a behind-the-scenes look at her current production steps and the exciting preparations for her upcoming Chicago Fashion Week launch. Although she doesn't sew, she provides insight into how she approaches the design process and shares her strategic plans for marketing and branding.If you're interested in fashion and entering the fashion industry, this is an episode you won't want to miss!Visit modamichelle.com to learn about exclusive releases!IN THIS EPISODE, I TALK ABOUT…What was Michelle like as a child?  What are some of her inspirations?Michelle's marketing Strategy BBM Brag Moment Peer-to-peer mentorship Why do Black Businesses matter?What brings Michelle joy?Stream and download the Black Businesses Matter Podcast NOW for FREE on Apple Podcast, Google, Stitcher, Pandora, and Spotify!Connect with Moda MichelleConnect with their  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theemodamichelle/Connect with their website: https://modamichelle.com/Support the showTo connect further with me:Visit my website: Thel3agency.comConnect with me on Facebook: www.facebook.com/thel3agencyFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larvettaspeaks/Connect with me on Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/company/thel3agencyBe sure to follow our podcast on Instagram. I can't wait to see you join us and take the pledge of #blackbusinessesmatter

Join us for an inspiring and heartwarming interview with a true champion, Corie Mapp. In this episode of 'Not Fazed With Faye,' Corie shares his incredible journey of resilience, faith, and determination in the face of adversity. From his experiences on the battlefield to becoming a European Para-Bobsleigh Champion, to being the first Barbadian to ride on the Queen's Birthday Parade (Trooping the Colour), Cori's story will leave you feeling empowered and motivated to live life as a champion. Reflecting on our conversation, I'm in awe of his strength as he not only overcame the difficulties of his accident, but succeeds in everything he puts his mind to. And his focus on faith and family aligns so closely to my own beliefs. I feel so honoured to have had him as a guest and to share him with you.Subscribe & share

In this episode of the EmbellishPod, Geoff from Club Kokomo Spirits joins the host to discuss the journey of creating rum and the unique aspects of rum production. Jeff shares insights into the different types of rum, including Barbadian, Jamaican, and Puerto Rican rums, and the importance of transparency in the rum industry. The conversation delves into the development of Club Kokomo's rum line, including the Barrel Finish rum, which won a double gold medal in San Francisco. Jeff explains the process of blending aged rums from various islands and finishing them in high rye bourbon barrels to create a whiskey-forward flavor profile. Listeners will learn about the collaboration between Club Kokomo and the Beach Boys' Mike Love, leading to the creation of both canned cocktails and premium rums. Jeff emphasizes the brand's commitment to transparency and quality, ensuring that their products stand out in the market. Tune in to discover the unique flavors and cocktail recommendations for Club Kokomo's Barrel Finish rum, and explore the world of rum through the lens of a passionate distiller and rum advocate. https://clubkokomospirits.com/ https://www.facebook.com/clubkokomospirits https://www.instagram.com/clubkokomospirits/ https://www.tiktok.com/@clubkokomo

Joining Grace this week is actor and director David Harewood, who found global fame in the hit CIA-thriller Homeland 13 years ago and hasn't stopped working since. David was born and raised in Small Heath, Birmingham, where he lived with his older siblings and Barbadian parents. He tells Grace about how his mum kept the flavours of the West Indies alive in his childhood home, while he navigated the racist world of 1970s Britain growing up as a young black boy. Sitting down over his favourite comfort food, David talks about how messing about in school led to the ‘lightbulb moment' when he realised he wanted to be an actor; arriving in 80s London to attend Rada and discovering the excitement of ‘filthy' Soho; and the underrated wonders of corned beef

In this episode, Bev and Tasha discuss: Tasha's backstory with coaching and nourishment Discuss different ways to nourish yourself holistically Your spiritual support team Key Takeaways and Actions: Check in on your own nourishment needs Reach out to Tasha for nourishment support and beyond ABOUT TASHA Tasha W. Thomas is a Certified Holistic Growth Coach & Consultant for women who want to live a purposeful life on THEIR terms. Tasha's holistic approach recognizes the Divine wholeness of all women. She believes in the interconnectedness of the mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual levels of Self, and as the founder of She In Purpose, she helps women (re)connect with themselves, unlock their truth, and build a life based on their most authentic goals and desires. Tasha pairs her 15 years of experience in entrepreneurial coaching with her intuitive, holistic training to create meaningful conversations, a vehicle for healing, growth, and thriving. She knows that within every woman lies boundless potential, and she is dedicated to helping them unleash their limitless capabilities by reconnecting with their most authentic and Divine purpose. When she's not empowering her clients, you can find Tasha in the heart of a living room dance party with her loving husband and two spirited daughters, showcasing her Barbadian roots in the kitchen, or immersed in a deep, soul-nourishing conversation with a girlfriend over a cup of tea. Connect with Tasha: Email: tasha@sheinpurpose.com Web: www.sheinpurpose.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tasha-w-thomas-25444216/ Anything to promote: Nourish To Thrive - 6-week coaching container, more details here: https://www.sheinpurpose.com/work-with-me ABOUT BEVERLY Beverly Sartain is the President of the Holistic Coach Training Institute, where she trains aspiring coaches on coaching skills and business set-up. The Holistic Coach Certification Programs are ICF Level 1 and Level 2 accredited that focuses on a holistic approach to coaching. We see Clients as whole, complete and resourceful to create creative solutions to their challenges and issues. During her ten-year career in nonprofits, she managed and developed domestic violence and co-occurring residential programs. Beverly is a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor. She has her PCC (Professional Certified Coach) from the ICF. Beverly enjoys helping professionals empower themselves around their skill set and online coaching business. She can be contacted at info@holisticcoachtraininginstitute.com. Connect with HCTI Sign-up for a Discovery Call ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ so you can join our Holistic Coach Certification Program. Request to join no cost FB group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/holisticcoachnetwork⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://holisticcoachtraininginstitute.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/bevsartain/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

CALLING SERGEANT CROCKFORD: The Story of a Pioneering Policewoman in the 1960s will be published by Welbeck on 1 March 2024.CALLING DETECTIVE CROCKFORD: The Story of a Pioneering Policewoman in the 1950s was published by Welbeck on 2 March 2023.CALLING WPC CROCKFORD: The Story of a 1950s Policewoman was published by Welbeck on 3 March 2022. In 1951, at the age of 21, Gwendoline Crockford joined the Berkshire Constabulary as a woman police constable. Ruth's memoir of her mother, a pioneering female officer in the days before beat police even had radios, is set in a world of barely-remembered post-war austerity and a society on the brink of enormous change. Gwen's colleagues are a colourful cast of characters, including her fellow WPC the fun-loving Pattie Baxter, fearsome WPS Miss Robertshaw, lechy PC Higgs, full-of-himself DI Dankworth, Barbadian nurse Suzette McDaniel with the newly formed NHS, and probation officer Hilda Bloom with the then-in-its-infancy social services. CALLING WPC CROCKFORD navigates both the cosiness of solving burglaries and chasing escaped circus animals with darker child protection themes, narrated with humour and a deliciously light touch.Ruth D'Alessandro studied Modern Arabic at Durham University and worked in publishing before becoming a commercial copywriter. @RuthDAlesWrites Follow Ruth on Instagram Follow Ruth on Tiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In episode nine, we sit down for an inspiring (to say the least) conversation with Canadian track and field athlete, and might we add 2x Olympian turned entrepreneur, Nikkita Holder 2x Olympian Nikkita Holder is a Canadian track and field athlete of Barbadian descent. In this episode we discuss Nikkita's quest for athletic perfection, single parent motherhood, starting a business from scratch & more. Holder, who specializes in the 100m hurdles, won the bronze medal at the 2015 Pan American Games in her home country and city in Toronto. Like, subscribe, share with a friend

In this week's episode “Recession Session” we're joined by Barbadian accounting professional and entrepreneur, David Simpson, for a lively and instructive discussion on how to identify and prepare for a recession. Do It Fuh Grantley is produced by Fortress Fund Managers and Honeycomb Productions. Want to get in touch? DM @fortressfundmanagers on Instagram or Facebook Email us at info@fortressfund.com

Curator and filmmaker Ashish Ghadiali connects climate science, contemporary art, and activism, cultivating a radical, cultural ecology in the countryside of south-west England, in their multidisciplinary exhibition, Against Apartheid. As environmental crises disproportionately affect Black and brown communities, and the resulting displacement often racialised, should we consider these states of ‘climate apartheid'? And could contemporary art help to bridge the gap between science and academics, and everyday action guidance? Against Apartheid, a multidisciplinary exhibition in Plymouth, puts these practices, histories, and geographies in conversation, from vast wallpapers charting global warming, to an intimate portrait of Ella Kissi-Debrah, and plantation paylists collected by the Barbadian artist Annalee Davis, linking land ownership in Scotland and the Caribbean from the 19th century Abolition Acts. Other works affirm how historic ecologies of empire – African enslavement, the middle passage, and the genocide of Indigenous peoples - continue to shape our present and future, in the geopolitics of international borders, migration, and travel. Activist and filmmaker Ashish Ghadiali talks about his work as ‘organisation', not curation, and how we can resist the individualisation that prevents effective collective political action. From his background in film, he suggests why museums and exhibitions might be better places for screenings than cinemas, outside of the market. We discuss why both rural countryside and urban city landscapes should be considered through the lens of empire, drawing on ‘post-plantation' and anti-colonial thinkers like Paul Gilroy, Françoise Vergès, Sylvie Séma Glissant, and Grada Kilomba. We relocate Plymouth's global history, a focus since #BLM, reversing the notion of the particular and ‘regional' as peripheral to the capital. We explore the wider arts ecology in south-west England, and how local connections with artists like Kedisha Coakley at The Box, and Iman Datoo at the University of Exeter and the Eden Project in Cornwall, also inform his work with global political institutions like the UN. Against Apartheid runs at KARST in Plymouth until 2 December 2023, part of Open City, a season of decolonial art and public events presented by Radical Ecology and partners across south-west England. For more, join EMPIRE LINES at the Black Atlantic Symposium - a free series of talks and live performances, celebrating the 30th anniversary of Paul Gilroy's formative text - which takes place from 24-26 November 2023: eventbrite.co.uk/e/black-atlantic-tickets-750903260867?aff=oddtdtcreator Part of JOURNEYS, a series of episodes leading to EMPIRE LINES 100. For more on Ingrid Pollard, hear the artist on Carbon Slowly Turning (2022) at the Turner Contemporary on EMPIRE LINES: pod.link/1533637675/episode/e00996c8caff991ad6da78b4d73da7e4 For more about climate justice, listen to artist Imani Jacqueline Brown on What Remains at the End of the Earth? (2022) at the Hayward Gallery on EMPIRE LINES: pod.link/1533637675/episode/639b20f89d8782b52d6350513325a073 WITH: Ashish Ghadiali, Founding Director of Radical Ecology and Co-Chair of the Black Atlantic Innovation Network (BAIN) at University College London (UCL). He is the Co-Chair and Co-Principal Investigator of Addressing the New Denialism, lead author on a publication on climate finance for COP28, and a practicing filmmaker with recent credits including Planetary Imagination (2023) a 5-screen film installation, for The Box, Plymouth, and the feature documentary, The Confession (2016) for BFI and BBC Storyville. Ashish is the curator of Against Apartheid. ART: ‘Radical Ecology, Ashish Ghadiali (2023)'. PRODUCER: Jelena Sofronijevic. EDITOR: Nada Smiljanic.

In science fiction, aliens who come to Earth are usually scary and menacing, aspiring to destroy, conquer, or even eat mankind. But the aliens in Karen Lord's The Blue, Beautiful World (Del Rey, 2023) aren't interested in conquering or destroying; they're interested in inviting Earthlings to join a Galactic Council. It turns out, however, that humans need a little time and training before they're ready to assume the responsibilities of galactic citizenship. And complicating matters is the fact that humans might not be the only Earth dwellers to receive the aliens' invitation. It's not surprising that water and oceans figure prominently in Lord's novel. As a Barbadian writer, she has a lifelong respect—and fear—of the water. “I'm kind of terrified of the ocean,” Lord said. “To give you context, there is literally a part of the island that you can drive to and look around and see three coastlines. But you can't see any other land from any of the coasts. It's an oddly isolating feeling, like you're standing tiptoe on a small rock—and you could tip over and crash into the ocean anytime. “I love living here, but when something bad goes down, it's like, boom, all of a sudden you realize the ocean is not your natural habitat. It's not making things easy for you. We are very much living on the skin part of land. We don't know the ocean. We don't know the surface of the ocean. We don't know the depths of the ocean. There is a huge level of respect and mystery that the ocean commands.” The Blue, Beautiful World is Lord's fifth novel. Her previous books are Redemption in Indigo, which received the William L. Crawford and Mythopoeic Fantasy Award for Adult Literature and was nominated for the World Fantasy Award for Best Novel. That was followed later by a sequel, Unraveling. While The Blue, Beautiful World is considered a standalone story, it is set in the Cygnus Beta universe, which is where two of her previous books, The Best of All Possible Worlds and The Galaxy Game, are also set. Rob Wolf is a writer and host of New Books in Science Fiction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

In science fiction, aliens who come to Earth are usually scary and menacing, aspiring to destroy, conquer, or even eat mankind. But the aliens in Karen Lord's The Blue, Beautiful World (Del Rey, 2023) aren't interested in conquering or destroying; they're interested in inviting Earthlings to join a Galactic Council. It turns out, however, that humans need a little time and training before they're ready to assume the responsibilities of galactic citizenship. And complicating matters is the fact that humans might not be the only Earth dwellers to receive the aliens' invitation. It's not surprising that water and oceans figure prominently in Lord's novel. As a Barbadian writer, she has a lifelong respect—and fear—of the water. “I'm kind of terrified of the ocean,” Lord said. “To give you context, there is literally a part of the island that you can drive to and look around and see three coastlines. But you can't see any other land from any of the coasts. It's an oddly isolating feeling, like you're standing tiptoe on a small rock—and you could tip over and crash into the ocean anytime. “I love living here, but when something bad goes down, it's like, boom, all of a sudden you realize the ocean is not your natural habitat. It's not making things easy for you. We are very much living on the skin part of land. We don't know the ocean. We don't know the surface of the ocean. We don't know the depths of the ocean. There is a huge level of respect and mystery that the ocean commands.” The Blue, Beautiful World is Lord's fifth novel. Her previous books are Redemption in Indigo, which received the William L. Crawford and Mythopoeic Fantasy Award for Adult Literature and was nominated for the World Fantasy Award for Best Novel. That was followed later by a sequel, Unraveling. While The Blue, Beautiful World is considered a standalone story, it is set in the Cygnus Beta universe, which is where two of her previous books, The Best of All Possible Worlds and The Galaxy Game, are also set. Rob Wolf is a writer and host of New Books in Science Fiction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/science-fiction

In science fiction, aliens who come to Earth are usually scary and menacing, aspiring to destroy, conquer, or even eat mankind. But the aliens in Karen Lord's The Blue, Beautiful World (Del Rey, 2023) aren't interested in conquering or destroying; they're interested in inviting Earthlings to join a Galactic Council. It turns out, however, that humans need a little time and training before they're ready to assume the responsibilities of galactic citizenship. And complicating matters is the fact that humans might not be the only Earth dwellers to receive the aliens' invitation. It's not surprising that water and oceans figure prominently in Lord's novel. As a Barbadian writer, she has a lifelong respect—and fear—of the water. “I'm kind of terrified of the ocean,” Lord said. “To give you context, there is literally a part of the island that you can drive to and look around and see three coastlines. But you can't see any other land from any of the coasts. It's an oddly isolating feeling, like you're standing tiptoe on a small rock—and you could tip over and crash into the ocean anytime. “I love living here, but when something bad goes down, it's like, boom, all of a sudden you realize the ocean is not your natural habitat. It's not making things easy for you. We are very much living on the skin part of land. We don't know the ocean. We don't know the surface of the ocean. We don't know the depths of the ocean. There is a huge level of respect and mystery that the ocean commands.” The Blue, Beautiful World is Lord's fifth novel. Her previous books are Redemption in Indigo, which received the William L. Crawford and Mythopoeic Fantasy Award for Adult Literature and was nominated for the World Fantasy Award for Best Novel. That was followed later by a sequel, Unraveling. While The Blue, Beautiful World is considered a standalone story, it is set in the Cygnus Beta universe, which is where two of her previous books, The Best of All Possible Worlds and The Galaxy Game, are also set. Rob Wolf is a writer and host of New Books in Science Fiction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/literature

Tasting Notes:  A fruit and floral forward Barbadian rum distilled in column and pot stills then aged for 8-15yrs on Barbados, and then subsequently shipped to France to further age in a variety of ex-bourbon and Ferrand cognac casks. A decent amount of dosage buoys the already dangerously sipplable smoothness, highlighting the freshly scraped vanilla bean, chocolate and orange aromas. More fruit on the palate with a touch of French oak and a lingering, sweet, fruit-forward finish

GDP Script/ Top Stories for Sunday June 25th Publish Date: Friday June 3 From the Henssler Financial Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast Today is Sunday June 25th , and happy 62nd birthday to British Comedian Ricky Gervais ****Gervais****   I'm Bruce Jenkins and here are your top stories presented by Peggy Slappey Properties 1. Man sentenced to life after pleading guilty to murdering ex-wife's attorney and setting law office on fire 2. Lilburn announces that Police Chief Bruce Hedley is retiring 3. And One of the Titanic submersible victims worked for Peachtree Corners-based company   All of this and more is coming up on the Gwinnett Daily Post podcast.   Break 1 : Slappey   Story 1. life   Allen Tayeh, the man accused of murdering his ex-wife's attorney and setting his office on fire, has pleaded guilty to the charges against him, including malice and felony murder. The Gwinnett County District Attorney's Office announced that Tayeh will serve a life sentence in jail without the possibility of parole. He was also sentenced to an additional five years. The incident occurred in December 2022 when Doug Lewis was killed at his law office in Lawrenceville. Investigators found evidence linking Tayeh to the crime, including a firearm, burned clothing, and gasoline cans. The medical examiner determined that Lewis had been shot in the head before the fire…… Read more on this at gwinnettdailypost.com   STORY 2: chief   Lilburn Police Chief Bruce Hedley has announced his retirement after 12 years in the position, according to an announcement by Lilburn City Manager Jenny Simpkins. Hedley's last day in office will be July 7. Lilburn Police Capt. Chris Dusik will serve as the acting police chief, and an interim police chief will be appointed in the coming weeks. Under Hedley's leadership, crime in Lilburn has significantly decreased, with a 48 percent reduction in Part 1 crimes over the past decade. Hedley has been praised for his community-oriented engagement and was recognized with the Gwinnett County Chamber's Leadership Award last year. The city plans to conduct a search for a permanent police chief. Story 3: victims Paul-Henry "PH" Nargeolet, the director of Underwater Research for RMS Titanic Inc., a Peachtree Corners based company, was one of five people who died in a submersible during a trip to the Titanic. The submersible, owned by OceanGate, went missing and was later confirmed to have been destroyed. Debris was found on the sea floor near the Titanic wreck, indicating a catastrophic implosion of the vessel. Nargeolet's work for RMS Titanic Inc. involved organizing exhibitions and educational programs featuring artifacts from the Titanic. He had extensive knowledge of the wreck site and had made numerous dives to the site. The loss of Nargeolet and the other individuals aboard the submersible is deeply mourned by their colleagues and loved ones.……..we'll be right back   Break 2: MOG - Tom Wages - then Obits   STORY 4: see   Lisa See, a New York Times bestselling author known for her books published in multiple languages, will be discussing her latest book, "Lady Tan's Circle of Women," in Norcross on July 3. The event, hosted by the Gwinnett County Public Library, will take place at the Norcross Cultural Arts and Community Center. See will give a talk, sign books, and there will be a wine bar, refreshments, and a silent auction organized by the Friends of the Library. See has written several bestselling books, including "The Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane" and "Snow Flower and the Secret Fan." She has received numerous awards for her work and has been involved in various cultural projects and exhibitions. The event in Gwinnett County is a ticketed event that includes a copy of her latest book.   Story 5: recipe   The Leanna Pierre, a resident of Norcross, developed her passion for cooking from her mother and grandmother while growing up in New York. She founded the popular recipe blog Mrs. Island Breeze and has appeared on various cooking shows like "Guy's Grocery Games" and "Grill of Victory." Now, she is a contestant on the PBS series "The Great American Recipe." Despite being an attorney and mother of two, Pierre's love for home-cooked meals led her to cook frequently in college and host Sunday dinners with friends. Her website gained popularity, leading to her television appearances. Pierre was drawn to "The Great American Recipe" because of the opportunity for advancement and the camaraderie among contestants. Filmed while she was pregnant, the show became a memorable experience for her. Pierre's cooking style is influenced by her Barbadian heritage and the diverse culinary scene in the Bronx. Looking ahead, she hopes to expand her culinary reach through cooking demos and potentially releasing her own cookbook. Ultimately, she enjoys cooking and is excited to see where her journey takes her.   Story 6: wife   During a Father's Day weekend boat ride on Lake Hartwell, A Winder man, Constantin Pascal's plans for celebration turned tragic. While pulling his nine-year-old son Daniel on a tube, Pascal noticed Daniel's life vest was unfastened. In a desperate attempt to save his son, Pascal jumped into the water. He pushed Daniel towards shore and instructed him to seek help, but Pascal never resurfaced. It was later discovered that the old life vest Daniel wore didn't fit properly. Pascal's widow, Anna, expressed her devastation and emphasized the importance of checking equipment before use. The incident serves as a reminder to prioritize safety on the water. A GoFundMe account has been set up to support Pascal's family during this difficult time.……….We'll be back after this   Break 3: Lawrenceville – Ingles 8– GCPS tfn   Story 7: cyber   A state lawmaker is pushing for the creation of a state cyber command in response to a recent Russian cyber-attack on the University System of Georgia and federal agencies. Senator Jason Anavitarte has called for immediate action, urging the Georgia House of Representatives to pass legislation to establish a Georgia Cyber Command. The proposed measure would transfer the responsibilities of the Georgia Technology Authority to the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency. A statewide chief information security officer would be appointed to oversee the command, fostering partnerships between the public and private sectors for information sharing. Earlier this year, Georgia passed SB 93, which prohibits state employees from using social media platforms controlled by foreign adversaries on state devices. Senator Anavitarte sponsored both SB 93 and SB 97, emphasizing the need for robust cybersecurity measures.   Story 8: Houck   Colin Houck, a standout athlete at Parkview High School, has consistently exceeded expectations in both baseball and football. As the school's all-time leader in passing yards and touchdowns in football, Houck saved his best performance for his senior season on the baseball field. He received numerous accolades, including being named Daily Post's County Player of the Year and Gatorade National Player of the Year. Despite the scrutiny from scouts, teammates, media, and his own high expectations, Houck thrived and handled the pressure exceptionally well. His impressive statistics, such as a .487 batting average, 50 RBIs, 58 hits, and 58 runs scored, highlight his exceptional performance. Houck attributes his success to eliminating distractions and prioritizing his team. His leadership and achievements have made a lasting impact at Parkview High School.   Story 9: Stripling   Staying with baseball, Landon Stripling, a talented athlete from Parkview High School, demonstrated his ability to adapt and excel on the field during the 2023 season. As a junior, he transitioned from being exclusively a pitcher to also contributing as a hitter, earning him the Pitcher of the Year award. In his senior year, Stripling faced another adjustment when injuries forced him to take on a starting role instead of being the team's closer as originally planned. However, his experience as a starter in previous seasons made the transition smooth. Stripling's impressive statistics, including a 10-3 record, 1.55 ERA, and 68 strikeouts, showcased his pitching prowess. Additionally, he had a remarkable offensive season with a .430 batting average, 13 home runs, and 45 RBIs. Stripling's consistency and dedication to the game earned him recognition as the Gwinnett Dugout Club's Dual Player of the Year. While he has committed to playing college baseball at Texas Tech, he remains open to the possibility of being drafted into Major League Baseball. Stripling remains focused on his development and taking each day as it comes. We'll have final thoughts after this   Break 4: Henssler 60 Thanks again for listening to today's Gwinnett Daily Post podcast. Giving you important news about our community and telling great stories are what we do. Did you know over 50% of Americans listen to podcasts weekly? Make sure you join us for our next episode and be sure to share this podcast on social media with your friends and family. Add us to your Alexa Flash Briefing or your Google Home Briefing and be sure to like, follow, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. 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On the verge of adulthood, Rafi attends the Lyceum, a school for the psionically gifted. Rafi possesses mental abilities that might benefit people . . . or control them. Some wish to help Rafi wield his powers responsibly; others see him as a threat to be contained. Rafi's only freedom at the Lyceum is Wallrunning: a game of speed and agility played on vast vertical surfaces riddled with variable gravity fields.Serendipity and Ntenman are also students at the Lyceum, but unlike Rafi, they come from communities where such abilities are valued. Serendipity finds the Lyceum as much a prison as a school, and she yearns for a meaningful life beyond its gates. Ntenman, with his quick tongue, quicker mind, and a willingness to bend if not break the rules, has no problem fitting in. But he too has his reasons for wanting to escape.Now the three friends are about to experience a moment of violent change as seething tensions between rival star-faring civilizations come to a head. For Serendipity, this change will challenge her ideas of community and self. For Ntenman, it will open new opportunities and new dangers. And for Rafi, given a chance to train with some of the best Wallrunners in the galaxy, it will lead to the discovery that there is more to Wallrunning than he ever suspected . . . and more to himself than he ever dreamed.Barbadian writer Karen Lord is the award-winning author of Redemption in Indigo, The Best of All Possible Worlds, and The Galaxy Game, and the editor of the anthology New Worlds, Old Ways: Speculative Tales from the Caribbean. Her latest book, The Blue, Beautiful World, will be published in August 2023.

The singers Enrico Caruso and Elsie Houston, a new opera at ENO and links between musical and artistic traditions in Latin America, Europe and New York are explored by the academics Ditlev Rindom and New Generation Thinker Adjoa Osei. Plus the baritone Peter Brathwaite has an exhibition of lockdown photographs in which he recreates the poses of black people portrayed in paintings from the last 800 years opening in Bristol (the photographs have also been published in a book) and has a musical work in progress, shown at the ROH, which explores his family's Barbadian history. Shahidha Bari hosts Blue runs at English National Opera from April 20th - May 4th Adjoa Osei is organising a conference at Trinity College, the University of Cambridge on April 28th called Performing Black Womanhood Dr Ditlev Rindom is a British Academy Postdoctoral Fellow at King's College, London currently finishing his first book, Singing in the City: Opera, Italianità, and Transatlantic Exchange, 1887-1914 Peter Brathwaite's Insurrection: A Work in Progress was performed at the Royal Opera House and you can hear more about his research in this Sunday feature for BBC Radio 3 Rebel Sounds: Musical Resistance in Barbados https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m001hg3t An exhibition of his photographs Rediscovering Black Portraiture is at Bristol Museum and Art Gallery from April 14th to July 16th. A book accompanies the show. You can find his Essay series about the portraits on BBC Sounds https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m000nbrl Producer: Torquil MacLeod

What is your goal for being on The Go Be Great! Podcast My Goal is to tell my story in hopes of connecting with your community and encouraging them to tell and embrace their story as well. I want to impact, influence, and empower them to be GREAT! What is the one thing listeners need to know about working with you? I am vision focused! Barbados-based Kimisha King - Visionary Strategist & Life Purpose Coach, has built a reputation through her volunteerism; this exceptional Barbadian dedicates her life and resources to ensuring that women and youth are equipped with the strategies to reach their goals. Over 500+ media houses have featured her throughout the USA and in Nigeria. She holds a degree in labor and employment relations, law, and Government political studies. Kimisha has also achieved a Level 4 Caribbean Vocational Qualification in Assessment for Management. She is a certified Internal Verifier for National and Caribbean Vocational Qualifications. She's an Author, Publisher, Podcaster, international speaker, content creator, certified master trainer, certified international life purpose coach, visionary strategist, and entrepreneur. Her primary focus is helping women between the ages of 16-60. Kimisha is also the Founder and CEO of Queensmindset. Through her platform, women are taught how to redesign their lives with her framework and reimagine your reality ™. Learn more about Kimisha and her services by visiting www.queensmindset.net.  Queensmindset was created to inspire women of color, provide insight, and discuss all women-related issues. The focus of Queensmindset is to challenge women to think differently by impacting and empowering them to reach their fullest potential. Our motto is ALL women are powerful, and together, unity is the strength I chose to Impact and Empower. Ready to be a guest on the show?  We'd love for you to create and submit your profile to us!  Once we have received and reviewed it, if you're a great fit, then we will email you a link to schedule your recording. If you're interested but unsure if you're ready to be a featured guest, you may want to grab my mini e-course to help you get ready.  Hundreds of budding and established entrepreneurs have sought to be on my podcast.  Not all of them were approved.  To be honest...some just were not ready, which was evident. Are you a woman wanting to live your life on purpose? We're here to help women overcome the inner stumbling blocks holding them back from living authentically. You can listen in and learn how to break through limiting beliefs, self-sabotage, and procrastination to achieve your goals and live your life of purpose and authenticity. Your host, Karena Calhoun, has been there before–she knows what it feels like to be stuck in a rut or overwhelmed by everything going on in life. She's learned how important it is not only to set goals so that they become reality instead of just dreams. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gobegreat/message

Designer and broadcaster, Anna Ryder Richardson, reveals why she gave up her celebrity life and go full "Matt Damon" when she bought a zoo and moved her family to rural Wales. During the first lockdown with all his performances cancelled, the writer and opera star Peter Brathwaite, began researching his Barbadian roots, uncovering both enslaved and enslaver ancestors. Lee Skeet had to give up his dream after a hit and run accident saw him forced out of the kitchen for over three years. The former head chef at a Michelin starred restaurant, who trained under Gordan Ramsey and Marcus Wareing, has just opened his new restaurant named after his son who also survived the incident that changed his life. Broadcaster Sophie Raworth shares her Inheritance Tracks. Presenters: Nikki Bedi and Peter Curran Producer: Ben Mitchell

Our guest this week is Richard Seale, Master Distiller & Master Blender of Foursquare Rum Distillery in Barbados.  Aged Rum is an area we've not explored but a recent trip to Barbados inspired Jake to curate this episode for our Bourbon Lens listeners.  Well-aged rum stocks draw similarities to the bourbon world and for those who are looking to expand their palate, this is a must taste.   Stream this episode on your favorite podcast app and be sure to drop us a review while you're there.  We are thankful for everyone who has supported us. A huge shoutout goes to our growing Patreon Community as well! We'd appreciate it if you can take the time to give us feedback on our podcast. If you enjoy our content, consider giving us a 5 star rating on your favorite podcast app, leave us a review, and tell a fellow bourbon lover about our show. Follow us @BourbonLens on Instagram, Facebook, & Twitter.  And please check out our Patreon to learn how you can support our endeavors, earn Bourbon Lens swag, be part of future barrel picks, and more. If you have any comments, questions, or suggestions, please email us at Info@BourbonLens.com. Check out our BourbonLens.com to read our blog posts, whiskey news, podcast archive, and details on our upcoming single barrel picks. Cheers,Scott and JakeBourbon Lens   About Foursquare Rum Distillery: Foursquare Rum Distillery is located on a former sugar plantation that dates back to approximately 1720, within the tiny Caribbean island of Barbados. The distillery was re-opened by the Seale family in 1996, distilling operations and blending are currently directed by Richard Seale, 4th Generation Trader/Distiller of R.L. Seale & Co. Exceptional Cask Selections represent the unique, and rare offerings of Foursquare Rum Distillery that Richard has hand selected – his personal projects only released when he feels they are of exceptional quality. These are one of a kind expressions, available only for a limited time, and showcasing truly unique approaches to both Rum blending and maturation. About Richard Seale - Master Distiller & Master Blender, Foursquare Rum Distillery Richard Seale, the great grandson of the original R.L. Seale, Reginald Leon Seale who founded R L Seale & Co in 1926, is the fourth generation to work in the family rum business. Richard joined the family craft in 1993. Innovation has been Richard's hallmark over the last 12 years whether reflected in the precision control of fermentation or distillation of rum under vacuum pressure. Richard firmly believes rum's rightful place is among the world's finest spirits and this is what drives his passion to make the very best rums. With an obsessive attention to detail and a questioning attitude, he has never been fearful to bring change to a very conservative industry. He was the driving force behind the new distillery at the historic Foursquare site, completed back in 1996 and sought out the very best engineers to help develop his new ideas. The result? A world-renowned distillery which not only boasts ultra-premium rums but a unique design that makes Foursquare the envy of the Caribbean. Richard began his education in Barbados at Harrison College where on graduation he was awarded the prestigious Barbados Government Scholarship. Richard then completed his Bachelors and Masters degrees at the University of London and now resides in St. Philip, with his wife Gayle and two children Christian and Victoria. In his spare time Richard has a keen passion for Cooking, Horse Racing and Formula 1. Richard continues to live up to his destiny daily at the distillery and carries on the family legacy with dedicated passion and love for his work. “A questioning, opinionated Barbadian is leading rum into the 21st century” – Dave Broom, spirits expert and author of “RUM”. (Image Courtesy of Altmar Brands and Foursquare) Foursquare and Aged Rum in the Media: Foursquare Rum Distillery Exceptional Cask Selections | Altamar Brands  Foursquare Rum Distillery Blends Modernization and Tradition  Barbados: Transforming Through Innovation and Sustainability Will Barbados Rum Finally Get Its Own GI? It's Possible. The 7 Best Rums to Gift This Holiday (2022) | VinePair Rum Disrupter: Foursquare Calls Out Sweetened Rums And 'Absolute Poppycock' Perceptions The 14 Best Rums to Buy Right Now, From Refined Sippers to Cocktail Mixers

Barbadians were among the thousands of British West Indians who migrated to Cuba in the early twentieth century in search of work. They were drawn there by employment opportunities fueled largely by US investment in Cuban sugar plantations. Tell My Mother I Gone to Cuba: Stories of Early Twentieth-century Migration from Barbados (U West Indies Press, 2016) is their story. The migrants were citizens of the British Empire, and their ill-treatment in Cuba led to a diplomatic tiff between British and Cuban authorities. The author draws from contemporary newspaper articles, official records, journals and books to set the historical contexts which initiated this intra-Caribbean migratory wave. Through oral histories, it also gives voice to the migrants' compelling narratives of their experience in Cuba. One of the oral histories recorded in the book is that of the author's mother, who was born in Cuba of Barbadian parents. Dr. Sharon Milagro Marshall is an award-winning journalist and corporate communication professional from Barbados. Carmen Gomez-Galisteo, Ph.D. is a lecturer at Centro de Educación Superior de Enseñanza e Investigación Educativa (CEIE). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

The aim is to starve Moscow of funds for its war against Ukraine. Also: The World Health Organisation says it's struggling to reach people in need of help in the Ethiopian region of Tigray, weeks after a ceasefire was agreed, and why a Barbadian task force is asking a British MP for slavery reparations.