Podcasts about Persaud

In an era of headline volatility, our next guest stands out for the conservative nature of her funds - focusing on downside protection and long-term resilience. So where is she finding the biggest alpha opportunities? And how do dividend-paying stocks bolster her downside protection? Host Pamela Ritchie is joined today by Ramona Persaud, Portfolio Manager, to unpack all this and more. Ramona manages several funds including Fidelity U.S. Dividend Fund. Recorded on May 20, 2025. At Fidelity, our mission is to build a better future for Canadian investors and help them stay ahead. We offer investors and institutions a range of innovative and trusted investment portfolios to help them reach their financial and life goals. Fidelity mutual funds and ETFs are available by working with a financial advisor or through an online brokerage account. Visit fidelity.ca/howtobuy for more information. For a fourth year in a row, FidelityConnects by Fidelity Investments Canada was ranked #1 podcast by Canadian financial advisors in the 2024 Environics' Advisor Digital Experience Study.

Dividend-focused portfolio manager Ramona Persaud was rated by Morningstar as one of 2024's top ten female portfolio managers, based on risk-adjusted returns. For Canadian investors, Ramona manages both U.S. and global funds: Fidelity U.S. Dividend Fund, and the equities sub-portfolio manager on Global Dividend and Global Monthly Income. In today's podcast, Ramona shares what she looks for in a dividend-paying company, reflects on 2025 so far, and provides a U.S. and global outlook for the remainder of the year. This show was initially presented as a live webcast of The Upside, our investor webcast. Recorded on April 28, 2025. At Fidelity, our mission is to build a better future for Canadian investors and help them stay ahead. We offer investors and institutions a range of innovative and trusted investment portfolios to help them reach their financial and life goals. Fidelity mutual funds and ETFs are available by working with a financial advisor or through an online brokerage account. Visit fidelity.ca/howtobuy for more information. For a fourth year in a row, FidelityConnects by Fidelity Investments Canada was ranked #1 podcast by Canadian financial advisors in the 2024 Environics' Advisor Digital Experience Study.

Welcome to 'The Great Pursuit,' hosted by Ethan Song, where we delve into the world of entrepreneurship.In this episode, Rudra B. Persaud shares his journey from big conglomerates like Danone and Nestle to the startup world, diving into his experience at Liquid Death and now leading Lucky Energy. Learn about the inspiration behind Lucky Energy, the challenges and strategies in the highly competitive energy drink market, and the keys to their rapid success. Rudra also discusses the importance of taste, marketing, and distribution in building a beverage brand, and the future trends he sees in the industry, including CBD and psychedelic-infused drinks. Tune in for a deep dive into the beverage industry's inner workings and what it takes to disrupt it.01:26 Founding of Lucky Energy04:41 Distribution Strategy and Early Success08:59 Recent Funding and Strategic Partnerships10:55 Challenges and Success Factors in CPG13:26 Trends in Beverage M&A15:44 Energy Drink Market Dynamics20:10 Joining the Rocket Ship: Liquid Death Experience22:04 The Secret Behind Liquid Death's Success24:08 The Importance of Taste in Beverage Success26:55 Marketing vs. Distribution: What's More Crucial?32:46 Challenges and Opportunities in the Beverage Industry36:05 Future Trends in the Beverage Market This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thegreatpursuit.substack.com

In this episode, Rohanne Persaud shares her journey as a content creator and mixologist, and reflects on how being plus size may have affected her experience in both worlds.

It's the sketchiest episode of Advice By The Fireplace yet. New friends (Tandem Jump), old favourites (advice questions)... turn off your television and listen to AM radio!This week, we discuss partying in your 40's, slob roommates and compliments from your surgeon featuring three fourths of Montreal's premiere sketch comedy troupe Tandem Jump Jonah Border, Luc Langille & Mason Persaud.theme songs by Corey Gandolwrite in to advicebythefireplace@gmail.com, and listen live on CJLO 1690 AM Montreal Wednesdays 5PM to 6PM

24th Ramadan 1446 AHMarch 23rd 2025- Dr. Keith Moore, a Canadian embryologist, analyzed Quranic verses and concluded that their scientific accuracy suggests divine origin. - Dr. Persaud, another Canadian professor, supported Moore's findings and stated that the Quran's descriptions of science are too precise to be coincidental. - The lecture highlights that non-Muslim scientists have recognized the Quran's truth, while many Muslims have not deeply studied it. - Imam Ali's will advises Muslims to prioritize the Quran and warns against letting others understand it before them. - Social media narratives falsely claim that the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) secretly learned scientific knowledge from others. - The Quraysh initially called the Prophet a poet, then a sorcerer, and finally insane, but never accused him of learning from scholars. - Historical evidence does not support claims that the Prophet acquired knowledge from experts in medicine or astronomy. - Opponents of Islam feared the Quran's impact and warned people to avoid hearing its verses. - The Prophet's teachings continued to spread despite opposition, showing that accusations against him were baseless. - The Quran remains a source of knowledge and guidance, and its connection to scientific facts strengthens its credibility.Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Despite the rise of people identifying as "non-religious" in Canada and the growing trends of secularism in our post-Christian culture, there is good news on the horizon. Alpha Canada released a 2024 report that indicated signs of hope and opportunity. It revealed: Post-pandemic, church leaders in Canada are perceiving an inexplicable spiritual openness and curiosity in our communities. This “spiritual openness” includes lapsed Christians, or those with no faith, becoming more spiritually curious in the past three years, receptive to the message that Jesus saves, and displaying a “higher likelihood” that they would actually come to church. Church leaders across Canada are prioritizing sharing the Gospel with an increased clarity and commitment to the Great Commission. Our own annual Spiritual Health of Men survey, sent to several thousand men connected with our ministry, consistently shows that sharing their faith is an ongoing challenge for men, but also an amazing opportunity for the church to lean in, and where men and men's ministries can play an important part. In this month's podcast, we will talk about these important matters! Join us as we chat with Jason Persaud, the National Director of Church Experience for Alpha Canada. Jason and Dean discuss the ongoing challenges of evangelism for men and the great reason for hope in these exciting days as God opens doors for the Gospel to be shared in our communities! Website: https://impactus.org/ Check Our Resources for Men: https://impactus.org/resources/ Follow us on Social Media  Facebook  Instagram  LinkedIn  Twitter  This Is Me TV

In this conversation, Jason Persaud shares his journey into evangelism, emphasizing relational outreach and Holy Spirit-led conversations. He discusses his work with Alpha Canada and The Culture Changers, highlighting the need for a Jesus-centered approach to cultural engagement and social justice. Jason challenges believers to listen to marginalized voices, navigate the tension between cultural confrontation and conformity, and step into the future of the church through prayer, unity, and action.Jason is the National Director of Church Experience at Alpha Canada, leading a team that equips churches and leaders in evangelism. With over 32 years in ministry as a pastor, missionary, and speaker, he's passionate about engaging culture with the gospel. He also leads The Culture Changers, helping churches navigate cultural issues impacting the next generation. Jason and his wife, Kerri, serve in ministry and live in Brampton, ON, with their two kids.TAKEAWAYS+Relational evangelism is about planting seeds in people's hearts.+Sensitivity to the Holy Spirit is crucial in evangelism.+Jesus exemplified crossing cultural and ethnic barriers.+Christians should lead with God's heart for justice.+Empathy and compassion can bridge cultural divides.+Hope is found in a relationship with Jesus.+Prayer is essential for the future of the church.To learn more about Jason and The Culture Changers, please visit: ⁠https://www.theculturechangers.org/⁠.To learn more about Alpha Canada, please visit: ⁠https://alphacanada.org/⁠#evangelism #Alpha #theculturechangers #faith #community #justice #Jesus #curiosity #hope #service #unity Chapters00:00 Introduction to Evangelism and Personal Journey03:21 The Role of Relational Evangelism06:17 Divine Moments and Sensitivity to the Holy Spirit09:18 Overview of Alpha and Culture Changers11:55 Leading Culture from a Jesus-Centric Perspective20:41 Redefining the Kingdom of God21:31 Engaging Culture as Christians24:43 Empathy and Compassion in Action26:22 Confront or Conform: Navigating Cultural Tensions31:20 Curiosity and Confusion in Spiritual Conversations34:55 The Hope Within: Personal Testimonies37:22 Preparing for the Future of the Church

To impose tariffs or not… that is the question. This week has been a whirlwind for Canada and the U.S., as it was announced that Trump's impending tariffs would be paused for 30 days. With Trump in office for just shy of one month, market volatility is surging - and today's guest has the perfect word for the new administration: mercurial. How might investors turn moments of uncertainty into opportunity? Joining the show today to unpack where she's finding high-quality investment opportunities in today's market environment, and to provide an update on Fidelity U.S. Dividend Fund is portfolio manager, Ramona Persaud. Recorded on February 4, 2025. At Fidelity, our mission is to build a better future for Canadian investors and help them stay ahead. We offer investors and institutions a range of innovative and trusted investment portfolios to help them reach their financial and life goals. Fidelity mutual funds and ETFs are available by working with a financial advisor or through an online brokerage account. Visit fidelity.ca/howtobuy for more information. For a fourth year in a row, FidelityConnects by Fidelity Investments Canada was ranked #1 podcast by Canadian financial advisors in the 2024 Environics' Advisor Digital Experience Study.

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On November 21 and 22, Fidelity Investments Canada hosted FOCUS 2024 in Scottsdale, connecting our portfolio managers and experts with advisors. On today's podcast we'll hear portfolio manager Ramona Persaud's FOCUS session, sitting down with moderator Agnes Doherty, VP Regional Sales. Ramona manages several flagship dividend strategies at Fidelity. She started out as an analyst at Morgan Stanley in 1996, and joined Fidelity in 2003. Ramona Persaud has close to three decades worth of financial industry knowledge to guide her, with her background in engineering giving her an edge in her stock-selection process. In a recent article from Barrons, they state "She picks apart businesses and examines trading data until she finds exactly what she wants. …[and]... She rarely settles for less." Today we'll hear Ramona's views on the market, her process and the key factors to keep an eye on going forward, as well as the positioning of her portfolios.   At Fidelity, our mission is to build a better future for Canadian investors and help them stay ahead. We offer investors and institutions a range of innovative and trusted investment portfolios to help them reach their financial and life goals. Fidelity mutual funds and ETFs are available by working with a financial advisor or through an online brokerage account. Visit fidelity.ca/howtobuy for more information. For a fourth year in a row, FidelityConnects by Fidelity Investments Canada was ranked #1 podcast by Canadian financial advisors in the 2024 Environics' Advisor Digital Experience Study.

In the twenty-third chapter of Anne of the Island, Anne visits the Irvings. Check out my 2024 Holiday Gift Guide here! Listen to The Case of the Greater Gatsby to hear more fiction audio content produced by me. Featuring the vocal talents of Christopher Higgins, Ashley Clements, Sinéad Persaud, and Tia Workman. Executive produced by Ally Bertz Brown, Warren Day, Jane Leach, Shao Chih Kuo, Lisel Perrine, and Justin Waterman. Anne of the Island is the third book in the Anne of Green Gables series, written by Lucy Maud Montgomery. Support this project on Patreon at www.patreon.com/mkwiles Follow me on instagram at http://www.instagram.com/mkwiles

Dive headfirst into the fascinating world of bioenergetics with my guest, Jason Persaud, in Episode 183 of Becoming More Me.Jason—aka the "Bioenergetic Wizard"—has helped people around the globe unlock their health potential by combining science, energy, and ancient healing wisdom. He's worked with everyone from kiddos to seniors, tackling everything from gut issues to nervous system burnout.Here's why you need to tune in:   

Join me as I sit down with bioenergetic medicine practitioner Jason Persaud to explore his unique use of Bio Scans for uncovering the root causes of health issues. We discuss how this holistic approach stacks up against functional and naturopathic methods, share insights from our personal health journeys, and delve into the emotional and metaphysical causes of disease. Plus, we provide practical tips for boosting vitality, healing gut issues, and supporting overall well-being Connect with Andrea on IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@andreakauen⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Jason on IG: @jasonpersaud.bioenergetics And on his website: https://excitolife.co/

On Wednesday October 23, Fidelity Canada hosted VISION 2024 in Toronto, our connecting portfolio managers and experts with advisors. Today's podcast is portfolio manager Ramona Persaud's session from the event. Ramona speaks with host Glen Davidson about her focus on downside protection and dividend investing. Ramona is known for looking at not just a fund's ultimate destination, but also the quality of the journey. That journey being lower volatility, and the destination being strong risk-adjusted returns over a full market cycle. Recorded on October 23, 2024.   At Fidelity, our mission is to build a better future for Canadian investors and help them stay ahead. We offer investors and institutions a range of innovative and trusted investment portfolios to help them reach their financial and life goals. Fidelity mutual funds and ETFs are available by working with a financial advisor or through an online brokerage account. Visit fidelity.ca/howtobuy for more information. For a fourth year in a row, FidelityConnects by Fidelity Investments Canada was ranked #1 podcast by Canadian financial advisors in the 2024 Environics' Advisor Digital Experience Study.

On today's podcast, we're bringing you another installment in our “Behind the Numbers” series, where Chris Pepper, VP, Corporate Affairs, sits down with Fidelity's portfolio managers, analysts, subject-matter experts, and more, about what brought them into investing and what drives them every day. In this episode, recorded at Fidelity's Boston headquarters, we hear from Denise Chisholm, director of quantitative market strategy, and Ramona Persaud, portfolio manager. You'll hear about Ramona & Denise's career paths, as well as how their friendship grew over the years, and how they currently work together. At Fidelity, our mission is to build a better future for Canadian investors and help them stay ahead. We offer investors and institutions a range of innovative and trusted investment portfolios to help them reach their financial and life goals. Fidelity mutual funds and ETFs are available by working with a financial advisor or through an online brokerage account. Visit fidelity.ca/howtobuy for more information. For a fourth year in a row, FidelityConnects by Fidelity Investments Canada was ranked #1 podcast by Canadian financial advisors in the 2024 Environics' Advisor Digital Experience Study.

Next month, when delegates from around the world meet in Baku, Azerbaijan at COP29, the biggest questions on the table will have to do with money. Can rich nations find a way to meet developing countries' demand for up to $1 trillion each year in climate finance? Avinash Persaud, special adviser on climate change for the Inter-American Development Bank, has spent his career looking for ways to make global markets work to unlock climate financing. He says the biggest challenges arise from a simple reality: “The people who benefit and the people who pay are different.” Persaud tells Akshat Rathi why he believes climate change is an “uninsurable” event, and discusses the kinds of financial instruments and commitments that can help poorer countries contribute to the energy transition and adapt to a warmer world.    Explore further: Previous episode with Avinash Persaud about pressuring the World Bank and International Monetary Fund to accelerate the roll-out of clean technologies in developing countries Past episode about the significance of the COP28 text   Past episode with African Development Bank President Akinwumi Adesina about financial instruments the bank is using to encourage investors to fund green development projects Zero is a production of Bloomberg Green. Our producer is Mythili Rao. Special thanks this week to Kira Bindrim, Siobhan Wagner and Monique Mulima. Thoughts or suggestions? Email us at zeropod@bloomberg.net. For more coverage of climate change and solutions, visit https://www.bloomberg.com/green.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join hosts Ricki Lang and Danielle Senour on "Level Up" as they delve into the world of AI with EY's Global Emerging Technology Ecosystem Leader, Jay Persaud. In a thought-provoking session, Jay shares his journey in innovation and offers practical advice for integrating AI into businesses and daily life. He also provides actionable strategies for future tech and media leaders to build effective teams in today's rapid tech evolution. Tune in to this episode for insights that could propel your career to new heights.

With homes destroyed and entire communities isolated, residents of the Southeast United States face the aftermath of Hurricane Helene.Israeli airstrikes hit Houthi targets over the weekend in Yemen after recent attacks on Israel. The Israeli military also said it bombed Hezbollah command centers in Lebanon. Dozens of people were killed, including Hezbollah's longtime leader. CBS News contributor and former national security adviser H.R. McMaster explains the latest on the conflict in the Middle East amid fears of a widening war and the U.S.' role.Around the world, 2.6 billion people are not connected to the internet. Verizon's CEO Hans Vestberg talks with "CBS Mornings" about how his company along with the Edison Alliance, which Verizon co-founded, are working to bring digital access to communities in more than 100 countries.After surviving a tour bus crash in 1990 that left her temporarily paralyzed, Gloria Estefan has donated more than $42 million to paralysis research. The Grammy-winning icon shares her passion for finding a cure.Coldplay's Chris Martin and Jonny Buckland add more in their "CBS Sunday Morning" conversation with Anthony Mason, discussing the success of their "Music of the Spheres" tour, their latest single, and why they plan to release only two more albums.Thirty-five years ago, Alyson Brittain overcame a rare autoimmune condition and credits her nurse Ceddie Persaud with saving her life. The two lost touch after Brittain left the hospital. Recently, Brittain stumbled upon a picture of her and Persaud together and decided she wanted to thank him. She reached out to CBS contributor David Begnaud for help.Acclaimed author Ta-Nehisi Coates joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about his new book, "The Message" and about the banning of his work in South Carolina.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In today's episode, Portfolio Manager Ramona Persaud sits down with host Pamela Ritchie to discuss strategies for finding dividends in today's evolving markets. Ramona kicks off the conversation by addressing the growing valuation dispersion across various sectors and geographies. She explains how smaller caps, international markets, and higher-risk financial sectors offer opportunities to capitalize on valuation differences, particularly in areas where market fears and volatility are high. The discussion then shifts to how Ramona navigates market volatility. She shares her approach of deploying cash when opportunities arise, using recent examples like the Japanese yen carry trade volatility. She leverages these spikes to buy quality companies at more attractive valuations to provide more stability in uncertain times. Ramona also touches on the dispersion in China, where market fear has created selective opportunities. While these valuations are rising, she also continues to find value in Chinese-exposed companies or those benefiting from Chinese demand. To close off, Ramona emphasizes the importance of keeping cash on hand to capitalize on the expected U.S. election-driven volatility. While she remains cautious to not hold excessive amounts, she does remains ready to invest when the time is right.   Recorded on September 24th , 2024.   At Fidelity, our mission is to build a better future for Canadian investors and help them stay ahead. We offer investors and institutions a range of innovative and trusted investment portfolios to help them reach their financial and life goals. Fidelity mutual funds and ETFs are available by working with a financial advisor or through an online brokerage account. Visit fidelity.ca/howtobuy for more information. For a fourth year in a row, FidelityConnects by Fidelity Investments Canada was ranked #1 podcast by Canadian financial advisors in the 2024 Environics' Advisor Digital Experience Study.

UCLA Arts alumna and lecturer Davida Persaud joins the podcast to discuss her passion for community-based work, activism, and the arts; her experience in the Department of World Arts and Cultures/Dance Ph.D. program; and the origin and future of MuralColors, a company she co-founded that produces, preserves, and restores public artworks.

Agriculture is the bedrock of our societies and our ability to feed ourselves. However, with difficult terrain, climate change and more resilient pests to name just a few of the challenges that plague that sector, having ready access to accurate and relevant crop-related information could be a game changer for farmers everywhere. In this episode, Dr Haimwant Persaud of Latitude Geospatial Consulting discusses his mobile application, Latitude Sat2Farm, including:   *  how it works and the technologies it uses;   *  the types of insights it can provide farmers;   *  the benefit Latitude Sat2Farm could offer Caribbean farmers, as the region is prone to natural disasters; and   *  other tools or technologies the region should be leveraging to help us become more resilient.    The episode, show notes and links to some of the things mentioned during the episode can be found on the ICT Pulse Podcast Page (www.ict-pulse.com/category/podcast/)    Enjoyed the episode?  Do rate the show and leave us a review!     Also, connect with us on: Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/ICTPulse/  Instagram –  https://www.instagram.com/ictpulse/  Twitter –  https://twitter.com/ICTPulse  LinkedIn –  https://www.linkedin.com/company/3745954/admin/  Join our mailing list: http://eepurl.com/qnUtj    Music credit: The Last Word (Oui Ma Chérie), by Andy Narrell Podcast editing support:  Mayra Bonilla Lopez   ---------------- Also, Sponsorship Opportunities! The ICT Pulse Podcast is accepting sponsors! Would you like to partner with us to produce an episode of the podcast, or highlight a product or service to our audience? Do get in touch at info@ict-pulse.com with “Podcast Sponsorship” as the subject, or via social media @ictpulse, for more details.   _______________

We meet Gaitrie Persaud who discusses her unique approach to integrating Deaf and hearing actors on stage and tells us about her role in AMI-tv's “The Squeaky Wheel: Canada”.

Happy Pride Month from Turn-Based Besties! In today's episode, the boys discuss queerness in video games, give you a sampling of RPGs that have queer or queer coded characters in them, and even give suggestions on how to improve your allyship as you game! Also, if you loved listening to us rattle off statistics, check out these fantastic articles for more in depth detail. Shaw, A., Durkee, B., Cook, A., & Marra, T. (2024). (rep.). GLAAD Gaming: The State of LGBTQ Inclusion in Gaming. GLAAD. Retrieved June 2024, from https://assets.glaad.org/m/5ab9a335d607edcd/original/2024-GLAAD-Gaming-Report.pdf Kline, K. (2024, February 29). A growing number of gamers are LGBTQ+, so why is representation still lacking?. NPR. https://www.npr.org/2024/02/29/1234590117/a-growing-number-of-gamers-are-lgbtq-so-why-is-representation-still-lacking#:~:text=Close%20to%201%20in%205%20American%20gamers%20identify,can%20join%20%E2%80%94%20common%20in%20multiplayer%2C%20team-based%20games.  NBCUniversal News Group. (2024, February 13). Less than 2% of console video games have LGBTQ Representation, GLAAD report finds. NBCNews.com. https://www.nbcnews.com/nbc-out/out-news/less-2-console-video-games-lgbtq-representation-glaad-report-finds-rcna138646  Mejeur, C., & Ho, X. (2023, October 19). Queer lives are not side quests. Public Books. https://www.publicbooks.org/queer-representation-videogames/  Shaw, A., Lauteria, E., Yang, H., Persaud, C., & Cole, A. (2019). Counting Queerness in Games: Trends in LGBTQ Digital Game Representation, 1985‒2005. International Journal Of Communication, 13, 26. Retrieved from https://ijoc.org/index.php/ijoc/article/view/9754

Portfolio Manager Ramona Persaud joins us today to discuss her current investment strategies, how valuation is currently being dispersed, and how international markets are performing. Ramona talks about the current performance of value and dispersion outside the US, particularly in continental Europe, the UK, and parts of Asia – and touches on the potential in more cyclical sectors such as tech. She highlights how there is increased value dispersion and alpha signal abroad. She explores how the Europe's concerns regarding sustainable growth have shifted focus from the energy sector to one of defense and notes how her team in Europe is always swiftly adapting to these changes.  Despite market uncertainties, Ramona emphasizes how she continues to find compelling valuations in mid to large-cap sectors, and also talks about the importance of finding dispersion opportunities abroad.   Recorded on June 18th, 2024.   At Fidelity, our mission is to build a better future for Canadian investors and help them stay ahead. We offer investors and institutions a range of innovative and trusted investment portfolios to help them reach their financial and life goals. Fidelity mutual funds and ETFs are available by working with a financial advisor or through an online brokerage account. Visit fidelity.ca/howtobuy for more information. For the third year in a row, FidelityConnects by Fidelity Investments Canada was ranked the #1 podcast by Canadian financial advisors in the 2023 Environics' Advisor Digital Experience Study.

The Caribbean is a region with an incredible history of vibrant cultures blending into each other, which is reflected in so many elements from the food, the local traditions, the music and of course, the literature. Today's guest hails from the nation of Trinidad and Tobago, and the region has clearly left an indelible mark on her writing, infusing it with the rhythms, flavors, and complexities that define the Caribbean experience. Based on the new format of the show, Costa Prize winning author Ingrid Persaud will share four books that have left an indelible mark on her life and work. From literary classics to contemporary gems, these books have shaped her perspective, influencing the stories she tells and the voices she amplifies. In this episode, we also discuss her latest novel, "The Lost Love Songs of Boysie Singh." Inspired by the true story of the titular Trinidadian gangster from the 1930s to the 1950s, this novel looks at the complex web of relationships surrounding him and the four women who shaped his life. Set against the backdrop of a rapidly changing society, this novel offers a poignant exploration of love, loss, and redemption, inviting readers to journey through the heartaches and triumphs of its unforgettable characters. The four books that Ingrid Persaud selected were:  A House for Mr Biswas, VS Naipaul (1961) Reading Turgenev, William Trevor (1991) As I Lay Dying, William Faulkner (1930) Song of Solomon, Toni Morrison (1977) If you'd like to get in touch, you can contact me on my Instagram account @litwithcharles and you can also check out my weekly Substack newsletter: https://litwithcharles.substack.com/

Hanif Kureishi has joined forces with Emma Rice to adapt his 1990 novel The Buddha of Suburbia into an RSC production that's just opened at the Swan Theatre, Stratford upon Avon. Kureishi discusses what it feels like to see himself and his fictionalised family onstage, why his first novel remains painfully relevant and how he has been able to continue writing despite the December 2022 accident that left him tetraplegic. Recently on Front Row we heard from some leaders of classical music organisations including the Wigmore Hall and LSO saying that Arts Council England, the body responsible for distributing funding, was putting inclusion before excellence. Today we hear from the Arts Council's CEO, Darren Henley about Let's Create, the ten year strategy behind the recent funding decisions.Ingrid Persaud discusses the real man behind her new novel The Lost Love Songs of Boysie Singh, an outlaw figure who looms large in the cultural memory of Trinidad and Tobago - an island nation with a wealth of contemporary novelists, including Persaud herself.Presenter: Samira Ahmed Producer: Corinna Jones

On April 18 and 19 Fidelity Investments Canada hosted FOCUS 2024, a two-day event for advisors, featuring insights from Fidelity's portfolio managers and subject matter experts. For today's podcast, we're bringing you a discussion from this event, featuring portfolio manager Ramona Persaud, sitting down with host Glen Davidson. Ramona manages several dividend strategies including Fidelity U.S. Dividend Fund, and Tactical High Income Fund, among others. Morningstar has described Ramona as quote “she never rests on her laurels; instead, her drive to improve paired with the analytical rigor she applies to her process have led to continued excellence”. We'll hear today how Ramona manages her several dividend strategies with a continued focus on downside protection. Recorded on April 18, 2024   At Fidelity, our mission is to build a better future for Canadian investors and help them stay ahead. We offer investors and institutions a range of innovative and trusted investment portfolios to help them reach their financial and life goals. Fidelity mutual funds and ETFs are available by working with a financial advisor or through an online brokerage account. Visit fidelity.ca/howtobuy for more information. For the third year in a row, FidelityConnects by Fidelity Investments Canada was ranked the #1 podcast by Canadian financial advisors in the 2023 Environics' Advisor Digital Experience Study.

Interview with Jay Persaud, EY Global Emerging Technology Ecosystem Leader

Public Health Careers podcast episode with Ajay Persaud, MPH, CPH

Ashti Doobay-Persaud, MD, dreamed of a career in global health before she knew what to call it. Although she knew the general career path she wanted to follow, she struggled to find training opportunities specific to global health. Now an international leader in global health education, Doobay-Persaud has been building the global health training she wishes she could have had. At Northwestern, she founded the Master's in Global Health and McGaw Global Health Clinical Scholars program

August 18, 2022 - Chris Gilbert & Carmen Persaud, CORE Behavioral Health Services

When you think of cutting edge fintech you probably don't think about the Caribbean. But some interesting developments are happening there that we should all be paying attention to.On this episode of the Fintech One-on-One podcast, I talk with Curt Persaud, the Co-founder and CTO of Fintech Islands and Andrew B. Morris, the Chief Content Officer at Fintech Islands. This is the biggest fintech event in the Caribbean and it is happening next week (January 24-26) in Barbados. I will be there along with many other U.S. and Caribbean fintech leaders.The Caribbean is an under-appreciated region, it is in our backyard with more people (45 million) than Canada. There is a strong entrepreneurial spirit and a thriving fintech industry there already, that is poised to grow significantly in the near future.In this podcast you will learn:The founding story of Fintech Islands.Why Americans should care about Caribbean fintech.The important fintech trends in the region.Details about the Fintech Islands event.The different topics being covered on their agenda.How their startup competition will work.How people can engage with Caribbean fintech beyond the event.Connect with Andrew B. Morris on LinkedInConnect with Curt Persaud on LinkedInConnect with Fintech Islands on LinkedInConnect with Fintech One-on-One:Tweet me @PeterRentonConnect with me on LinkedInFind previous Fintech One-on-One episodes

When you think of cutting edge fintech you probably don't think about the Caribbean. But some interesting developments are happening there that we should all be paying attention to.On this episode of the Fintech One-on-One podcast, I talk with Curt Persaud, the Co-founder and CTO of Fintech Islands and Andrew B. Morris, the Chief Content Officer at Fintech Islands. This is the biggest fintech event in the Caribbean and it is happening next week (January 24-26) in Barbados. I will be there along with many other U.S. and Caribbean fintech leaders.The Caribbean is an under-appreciated region, it is in our backyard with more people (45 million) than Canada. There is a strong entrepreneurial spirit and a thriving fintech industry there already, that is poised to grow significantly in the near future.In this podcast you will learn:The founding story of Fintech Islands.Why Americans should care about Caribbean fintech.The important fintech trends in the region.Details about the Fintech Islands event.The different topics being covered on their agenda.How their startup competition will work.How people can engage with Caribbean fintech beyond the event.Connect with Andrew B. Morris on LinkedInConnect with Curt Persaud on LinkedInConnect with Fintech Islands on LinkedInConnect with Fintech One-on-One: Tweet me @PeterRenton Connect with me on LinkedIn Find previous Fintech One-on-One episodes

In honor of MLK Day, we as a community want to acknowledge the faithful witness to Christ that has been present in our community for a long time. Winston Persaud, a member of the Jubilee Council, leads us through a practice of collective remembering.

The Holy Spirit - Robert Persaud

Professor Avinash Persaud is special envoy to the Prime Minister of Barbados Mia Mottley and emeritus professor at Gresham College in the UK. He, along with PM Mottley, helped design the Bridgetown Initiative in 2022 which laid out a path for reforming and ramping up the mobiliisation of climate finance to the developing world. The initiative has gathered vast international support and he's heading to COP28 in Dubai to work on advancing the climate development agenda.His career spreads across finance, academia and public policy, including positions as a former senior executive of J.P. Morgan, UBS, State Street, chairman of the CARICOM Commission on the Economy, chairman of the regulatory sub-committee of the UN Commission on Financial Reform and chairman of the Warwick Commission on International Financial Reform, Visiting Scholar at the IMF and a former Governor of the London School of Economics.  Related EpisodesEpisode 2 with Rachel Kyte: https://www.cleaningup.live/episode-2-rachel-kyte/ LinksRead an initial press release of the Bridgetown Initiative: https://pmo.gov.bb/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/The-2022-Bridgetown-Initiative.pdfRead a summary of the Bridgetown Initiative's key demands: https://www.reuters.com/business/finance/what-is-bridgetown-initiative-asking-paris-financial-summit-2023-06-20/Review PM Mottley's speech to COP27, outlining the need for the Bridgetown Initiatve: https://latinarepublic.com/2022/11/08/mia-mottley-prime-minister-of-barbados-speaks-at-the-opening-of-cop27/Explore the COP28 website: https://www.cop28.comRead this report on the difficult path ahead to a new loss-and-damage fund agreement at COP28: https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/sustainable-finance-reporting/impasse-broken-climate-fund-before-cop28-tough-road-ahead-2023-11-06 

A truly diverse workforce is required to protect companies and countries from a growing variety of cyber threats. However, according to a report from (ISC)2, the current cybersecurity industry is predominantly male and white, with only 26% of cybersecurity professionals identifying as ethnic and racial minorities, and only 14% identifying as female. In one of our latest CERTIFIED Academy: IT webinars, we sat down with two incredible cybersecurity professionals: Priya Senthilkumar and Yulini Persaud.  Priya is currently the Vice President of Technology at Pearson VUE. She is a thought leader who has always stepped outside her comfort zone and taken risks in her career. Her journey at Pearson started in 2008 as a Project Manager and she has grown over the last 13 years into a leadership path, where she has not only grown personally but also developed other women leaders on her team. She serves on Women Leading in Technology (WLiT) board, and volunteers time with her city's sustainability commission. Yulini is a Senior Information Security Analyst for The New York Times, where she's worked for the past four and a half years. Yulini started her career in technology 10 years ago as a Cisco Networking student at Thomas A. Edison CTE High School. She then attended Monroe College, where she was the first graduate of their BS in Computer Networks and Cybersecurity program, and earned her MS in Information Security Policy and Management at Carnegie Mellon University.   In this episode, we discussed how to attract a diverse student population to your classroom, plus how diversity impacts the cybersecurity workforce. You can also find new cybersecurity resources here: https://certiport.pearsonvue.com/Blog/2023/September/Be-Cyber-Smart-for-Cybersecurity-Awareness-Month.  Learn more about our IT Specialist cybersecurity certification here: https://certiport.pearsonvue.com/Certifications/ITSpecialist/Certification/Certify.  Learn more about the Cisco Certified Support Technician cybersecurity certification here: https://certiport.pearsonvue.com/Certifications/Cisco/Certified-Support-Technician/Overview.

Prea Persaud is a doctoral candidate at the University of Florida and a Visiting Instructor in the Religion Department at Swarthmore College, PA. Her research focuses on Hinduism in the Caribbean and the intersection between race and religion. In her dissertation, “God Must be a Trini: The Transformation of Hinduism into a Caribbean Religion,” she uses Hinduism in Trinidad to challenge studies on diasporic Hinduism that center India as the homeland, scholarship on the Caribbean that ignores the influence of Asian migration, and the rigidness of categories within the study of religion.  She is on the steering committees for the North American Hindu Unit and the Religion in South Asia Unit at the American Academy of Religion and a member of the Intersectional Critical Hindu Studies Group. Her recently publications include several chapters in the edited volume Hinduism in the 5 Minutes edited by Steven Ramey, and “Creolization, Caribbeanness, and Other Categories in the Study of Caribbean Hinduism” in American Examples: New Conversations about Religion edited by Michael Altman.  Visit Sacred Writes: https://www.sacred-writes.org/luce-cohort-spring-2023

English Psychiatrist Dr. Raj Persaud is here to give his professional view on Russell Brand, Prince Harry and Lucy Letby. Even I got analysed, based on a quite unexpected question he asked - same question they ask at the entrance of a Fetish Club. Very interesting and variating episode, don't miss out! Dr. Persaud's links: https://drrajpersaud.com/the-podcasts https://amzn.eu/d/4AwSs0R Andrew Gold links: http://YouTube.com/andrewgold1 http://instagram.com/andrewgold_ok  http://twitter.com/andrewgold_ok  https://andrewgold.locals.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

*This episode is sponsored by Cycle Powered by RTS Sustainability and parenting can sometimes feel like two things that work against one another, but what are small things that you can do as a busy parent that can leave a big impact? ✨ Join us on this green-centric episode where we discuss this and more with our amazing guest Krystal Persaud - Stark Tank winner, design and sustainability entrepreneur (@wildgridhome, @grouphugsolar,) adjunct professor, and most importantly, a mother to a beautiful baby girl.  As many of you know, our host is a MASSIVE advocate for all things sustainability and environmental awareness.

In this episode, Dr. Blair Bigham and Dr. Mojola Omole speak with two co-authors of a new guideline published in CMAJ entitled "Preventive care recommendations to promote health equity".Dr. Nav Persaud and Dr. Aisha Lofters explain the importance of embedding health equity into healthcare and discuss specific ways public policy and individual primary care physicians can work together to promote equity in their practices. The conversation highlighted some key recommendations such as:Begin outreach at the age of 45 instead of at the age of 50 for colon cancer screening. This recommendation is based on the recognition that younger ages of diagnosis are being observed, particularly among people who are disadvantaged. The goal is to eliminate barriers for individuals ready to start screening and prioritize health equity during implementation.Offering publicly funded HPV self-testing for cervical cancer screening, especially for disadvantaged individuals who may face barriers to traditional screening methods.Implementing depression screening and offering online counseling programs or cognitive behavioral therapy for patients who screen positive.Providing resources for families experiencing poverty, such as a one-page sheet detailing available support.Prioritizing care for specific populations based on inequities in health outcomes, such as prioritizing cardiovascular disease screening in women due to discrimination and sexism within the healthcare system.Overall, Drs. Persaud and Lofters advocate for a shift towards recognizing that inequities in health outcomes exist and that primary care physicians need to embed equity into their healthcare practices.Join us as we explore medical solutions that address the urgent need to change healthcare. Reach out to us about this or any episode you hear. Or tell us about something you'd like to hear on the leading Canadian medical podcast.You can find Blair and Mojola on Twitter @BlairBigham and @DrmojolaomoleTwitter (in English): @CMAJ Twitter (en français): @JAMC FacebookInstagram: @CMAJ.ca The CMAJ Podcast is produced by PodCraft Productions

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Today we delve into the concept of health equity disparities and explore how social determinants of health, such as housing instability and limited resources, intersect with the health challenges faced by homeless communities. Discover the innovative strategies Dr. Persaud's work employs to combat these barriers head-on. Join us in this enlightening episode as we welcome Dr. Donna Persaud, a dedicated healthcare professional making a profound impact in the Dallas County community. Dr. Persaud shares insights into their role and the passion that drives their commitment to diverse and under-resourced populations. “The great thing is that everyone knows we can't go out there and do one thing, we also can't boil the ocean, but we've got to do more than one thing to handle three or four critical needs in an individual and communities lives to get their health to be improved.” “So raising the social environment by investing in it is also a way to improve health because if you do that, you improve health.” In This Episode You Will Learn  Dr. Persaud's Role at Parkland Health in Dallas How Health is Impacted by Support Around Us Barriers for the Homeless and Quality Health Service How to Address the Barriers  Support Outside the Dallas Area Connect with Yumlish: Website Instagram Twitter Facebook LinkedIn YouTube Connect with Dr. Donna Persaud: Parkland Health LinkedIn --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yumlish/message

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The world's smallest countries, often tropical places, are the first to feel the effects of global climate change, but they lack the funds to fight it. Economist Avinash Persaud is working on a plan to change that: the Bridgetown Initiative, an ambitious proposal to change how rich countries finance poor countries during the climate crisis. He lays out what a green transformation for small nations could look like -- and how it could be profitable for everyone involved.

The world's smallest countries, often tropical places, are the first to feel the effects of global climate change, but they lack the funds to fight it. Economist Avinash Persaud is working on a plan to change that: the Bridgetown Initiative, an ambitious proposal to change how rich countries finance poor countries during the climate crisis. He lays out what a green transformation for small nations could look like -- and how it could be profitable for everyone involved.

The developing world is most affected by climate change but has contributed the least to the problem. Meanwhile, rich countries historically exacerbated the environmental crisis and grew wealthy as a result -- but aren't helping developing countries build climate resilience, which is now more crucial than ever to slowing climate change everywhere. Economist Avinash Persaud has an ambitious proposal to reimagine that dynamic: the Bridgetown Initiative, a groundbreaking vision of how rich countries can catalyze climate mitigation, contribute to loss and damages and help build a sustainable future for all.

Welcome to a transformative episode of 'Shift with CJ Podcast', where we welcome Jason Persaud, an authority in the realm of holistic health and vitality. Jason, a seasoned BioEnergetics practitioner, owner of Excito Life Health and Wellness Clinic, and Educator, shares his captivating journey and his unique approach to health optimization. Delving into holistic health, vitality, and his personal experiences, Jason inspires us to think differently about our own health and wellness. Join us as we delve into the essence of holistic health, learn about Jason's innovative practices, and explore the journey that led him to redefine vitality for a modern world.

Welcome to another episode of Outrage + Optimism, where we examine issues at the forefront of the climate crisis, interview change-makers, and transform our anger into productive dialogue about building a sustainable future. In this episode, co-hosts Christiana Figueres, Tom Rivett-Carnac, and Paul Dickinson discuss the monstrous profits made by Big Oil last year, how at least one fossil fuel firm plans to invest its gains, and what it all means for the climate agenda going forward. They also speak to Avinash Persaud (Avi), Special Envoy to the Prime Minister of Barbados on Investment and Financial Services and creator of the 2022 Bridgetown Initiative, and we have music from gifted musician Scotty Grand. The team opens with the astounding report that BP, Chevron, Equinor, ExxonMobil, Shell, and TotalEnergies together made more than $200 billion in profits in 2022. What's even more shocking? BP followed with an announcement that in the interests of “energy security,” it's scaling back its 2030 emissions reductions targets from 40% to 25%. Let's just say the trio doesn't mince words in response. Outrage indeed! Next, Avi Persaud outlines his work on the 2022 Bridgetown Initiative with Prime Minister of Barbados, Mia Mottley. While climate change impacts us all, it does so unevenly. Those who suffer disproportionately have the narrowest access to capital support. Can our current economic system address this problem? Persaud leads a fascinating discussion on the power of global financeーwhen deployed creativelyーto drive extraordinary changemaking. Find out how callable capital, international reserve currency, and other key levers could meet the significant systemic challenges in front of us today. Finally, we have music from the one and only Scotty Grand. He's served as Creative Director, Keyboardist, and MC for Grammy-nominated artists Jordin Sparks, the Jonas Brothers, and fellow pianist Alicia Keys, among many other A-listers. He's also the great-nephew of legendary gospel singer Mahalia Jacksonーand Christiana's neighbor! You won't want to miss a minute of this substantive and thrilling episode!    NOTES AND RESOURCES    To learn more about our planet's climate emergency and how you can transform outrage into optimistic action subscribe to the podcast here.   Avinash Persaud, Special Envoy to the Prime Minister of Barbados on Investment and Financial Services LinkedIn |Twitter | Facebook Learn more about the Bridgetown Initiative.   Scotty Grand Spotify | Bandcamp | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram     Watch Scotty Grand's inspiring video for “Change Everything.” Also, be sure to give a listen to ‘All I Know' and ‘Alchemy'   It's official, we're a TED Audio Collective Podcast - Proof! Check out more podcasts from The TED Audio Collective   Please follow us online! Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn