Podcasts about Tobago

Over the weekend Bryan performed his one man show in front of Sandra Bernhard with no AC, and Erin is unafraid to chomp down on lettuce despite all the Cyclospora warnings. Erin covers the disturbing trend of gooner assaults in low income community Dollar Tree stores and lack of consequences for these perverted acts. Bryan discusses the recent reversal of a decision to decriminalize consensual sex acts between men in Trinidad and Tobago and how colonial era laws are bringing the ultimate decision to the UK court system. Bryan's show Are You Mad At Me?? is running now through August 15th! Get your tix here.

Send us Fan MailCro Cro is one of Trinidad & Tobago's most influential calypsonians, and in this episode of The Corie Sheppard Podcast he reflects on a career built on fearless social commentary, political criticism and some of the most memorable songs in calypso history.From Common Entrance and Apology to Nobody Ain't Gonna Know , Breastfed and Pass the Ball, Cro Cro explains the stories behind his biggest hits, why he wrote them and the public reaction they created.He also shares his views on the current state of calypso, why he believes social commentary is disappearing from the competition, why he stopped competing in the Calypso Monarch, and why he believes calypso was born to challenge power rather than avoid controversy. The conversation explores judging, TUCO, political commentary, censorship, freedom of expression and whether today's calypsonians are still willing to speak truth to authority.Beyond the controversy, Cro Cro opens up about his songwriting process, learning from legends like Sparrow and Shadow, his early years in the tents, the discipline behind his stage performances, and what it takes to write songs that stand the test of time. He also discusses Machel Montano, Kurt Allen, Orlando Octave, the People's Choice award, and why he has never compromised his writing to satisfy judges or public opinion.Whether you've followed Cro Cro throughout his career or you're discovering his music for the first time, this conversation offers a rare insight into one of calypso's greatest writers and performers, and the philosophy that has defined his career.━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━

Coming up… With the 2026 World Cup now in the books, CIFA Senior Men's Coach Collin “Dougie” Rowe shares his take on a tournament that pushed new nations into the spotlight.Also ahead… Cayman is gearing up for two major multi‑sport stages this summer — the CAC Games in Santo Domingo and the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.Plus… A crew of North Sound Golf Club regulars has wrapped up an unforgettable Irish links golf adventure.And… Cayman's young volleyball players got a special boost last week as Trinidad and Tobago standout Renelle Ford stepped in as guest mentor at the summer camp.

How is artificial intelligence changing basketball coaching, player development, scouting, broadcasting, and performance analysis? In Episode 466 of The Gametime Guru Podcast, host Shane Larson sits down with Davyeon Ross, Co-Founder and CEO of ShotTracker, for a fascinating conversation about the intersection of basketball, technology, entrepreneurship, real-time analytics, and artificial intelligence. ShotTracker is helping change the way basketball programs understand what is happening on the court. By combining player and ball tracking, shot data, live statistics, synchronized video, advanced analytics, and AI-powered insights, the platform gives coaches and athletes a deeper look at performance than a traditional box score can provide. But Davyeon's story began long before ShotTracker. Growing up in Trinidad and Tobago, Davyeon initially played soccer before discovering basketball as a teenager. Despite getting a relatively late start in the sport, his size, athleticism, footwork, shooting ability, and work ethic helped him earn a full college basketball scholarship in Kansas. After completing a successful college career, Davyeon had opportunities to play professional basketball overseas. Instead, he made the difficult decision to pursue a career in software engineering—a choice that would eventually allow him to combine his passion for sports with his expertise in technology. That combination ultimately led to the creation of ShotTracker. In this episode, Davyeon explains how the original idea began with a simple basketball problem: players and coaches were spending hours manually recording shots and performance data with pen and paper. He and his co-founder saw an opportunity to make that process more efficient, accurate, and valuable. Today, ShotTracker provides basketball technology that can automatically track shots, player movement, practice performance, scrimmage statistics, live game data, and video. Davyeon breaks down how the platform's different products help coaches evaluate players, review possessions, analyze opponents, validate the eye test, and make more informed decisions. In this conversation, Shane and Davyeon discuss: Growing up in Trinidad and Tobago Making the transition from soccer to basketball Moving to the United States at 17 years old Earning a full college basketball scholarship Adapting to a new country, culture, and level of competition Choosing software engineering over professional basketball The immigration and career factors that influenced that decision How Davyeon combined his love of sports and technology The original problem that inspired ShotTracker How ShotTracker measures shots, player movement, and team performance How basketball statistics can be synchronized with video How artificial intelligence can make film study and scouting more efficient Why analytics should support a coach's instincts rather than replace them How data can help quantify what coaches see during games and practices Why traditional coaches can still benefit from modern basketball technology Davyeon's friendship and mentorship relationship with former NBA Commissioner David Stern What Davyeon learned from David Stern about leadership and innovation Why great innovators are able to "see around corners" The future of AI, automation, and basketball analytics How technology could allow coaches to spend less time behind keyboards and more time developing players Davyeon also shares an important perspective for coaches who may be hesitant to embrace new technology. Tracking performance is not a new concept. Coaches have measured shots, possessions, lineups, and player development for decades. ShotTracker simply uses modern technology to make that process faster, easier, and more scalable. The conversation also explores how artificial intelligence could shape the future of basketball broadcasts and fan engagement. As data, video, and automation become more connected, fans may receive increasingly personalized ways to watch, understand, and interact with the game. Whether you are a basketball coach, player, parent, athletic director, scout, entrepreneur, technology professional, or sports fan, this episode offers an inside look at how AI and real-time analytics are helping shape the future of basketball. Learn more about ShotTracker: https://shottracker.com/ ABOUT THE GAMETIME GURU The Gametime Guru Podcast, hosted by Shane Larson, delivers a panoramic view on sports through conversations with athletes, coaches, executives, entrepreneurs, trainers, and influential sports figures from around the world. Each episode goes beyond the highlights and statistics to uncover the experiences, challenges, lessons, and defining moments that have shaped each guest's journey. Watch and subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thegametimeguru Visit The Gametime Guru: https://thegametimeguru.com/ SUPPORT OUR PARTNERS Grit Sticks by Cross O Meats Premium meat sticks made with 100% American beef. Use promo code GTG10 at checkout. https://www.crossomeats.com/?ref=GTG10 Fascia Sticks A precision recovery tool designed to help athletes and active individuals target sore and tight muscles. Use promo code GAMETIME15. https://fasciasticks.com/GAMETIME15 Special thanks to: Nations Best Football Summit Legal Consulting Timberline Digital Marketing JOIN THE CONVERSATION Will artificial intelligence and real-time basketball analytics improve coaching and player development, or could teams become too dependent on technology? Follow, subscribe, and share this episode with a basketball coach, player, entrepreneur, or sports technology fan. Keywords: Davyeon Ross, ShotTracker, basketball analytics, artificial intelligence in basketball, AI basketball technology, basketball coaching technology, basketball player development, basketball scouting, sports analytics, real-time sports data, basketball tracking technology, coaching analytics, college basketball technology, sports technology entrepreneur, David Stern, basketball innovation, sports business, ShotTracker CEO, The Gametime Guru, Shane Larson.

Send us Fan MailThe passing of Bill Trotman is a reminder of why we must celebrate the people who shaped Trinidad and Tobago's culture while they're still with us.In this week's commentary, I pay tribute to one of our great cultural icons and reflect on why preserving these stories matters. From there, we unpack some of the biggest issues affecting the country—from CARICOM and economic diversification to Nestlé's future in Trinidad and Tobago, government spending, public safety and the headlines that have dominated the week.These episodes are simply a chance to slow down, look beyond the headlines and make sense of the issues shaping our country.Topics covered:Honouring the life and legacy of Bill TrotmanRemembering The Mighty WandererCARICOM and Trinidad & Tobago's role in the regionOil, gas and economic diversificationNestlé's strategic review and what it means for local dairy farmersGovernment spending and the national budgetPublic safety, politics and accountabilityWhat are your thoughts on the issues discussed? Join the conversation in the comments.

LGBTQ Rights Under Attack? Senegal, Trinidad, Trump & Hollywood | This Gay Week From Washington, D.C. to Senegal and Trinidad & Tobago, LGBTQ rights are facing renewed challenges around the world. Join Karel and Scott Jacobsen of The Good Men Project, reporting from Ukraine, for another lively edition of This Gay Week—where serious news meets sharp conversation and a little Hollywood fun. This week we cover:

Coming up in Sports… Cayman may not have gotten all the results they wanted at the AmeriCup Pre‑Qualifiers, but the CIBA President says the tournament was a major step forward for the men's national team — and he breaks down the progress he saw on and off the court.Also ahead… Ground has officially broken on the new Cayman Aquatic Centre — a major milestone for local swimming and a project set to transform aquatic sports in the islands.And… More than 60 young athletes are packing the ARC each morning as Trinidad and Tobago standout Renelle Ford brings high‑level coaching and big energy to Cayman's Indoor Volleyball Camp — and the talent on display is turning heads.

In this episode, Angel sits down with Kevin to discuss what it really takes to invest in U.S. real estate from another country. Kevin shares his journey from being an accountant in Trinidad and Tobago to becoming an international real estate investor, explaining the financial challenges, currency restrictions, and relationship building that made it possible. Together, they explore how technology, virtual networking, and trust have transformed long distance investing.Topics CoveredReal estate investing from outside the United StatesOvercoming international banking and currency challengesBuilding strong relationships with lenders, brokers, and property managersWhy virtual networking has changed the real estate industryThe realities of owning investment properties you've never seen in personThe importance of trust when investing from a distanceHow passive investing differs from active real estate strategiesCreating investor experiences through property tours and community eventsQuotes"Real estate investing from a distance is built on relationships long before it's built on transactions.""You don't always have to stand in front of a property to make a great investment. You need the right team and the right systems."Connect with Kevin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinleonce/Connect with Angel: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angel-williams-re/

Send us Fan MailKevin Soyer has become one of Trinidad and Tobago's most respected stand-up comedians—but very few people know the extraordinary journey that brought him here. In this episode, Kevin shares the life-changing illness that left him completely paralysed, the terrifying moment he could only move his eyes, and the long road back to rebuilding his life. He also opens up about finding purpose through comedy, growing up in Hardin Place, learning theatre after his diagnosis, performing on stages around the world, the rise of Trinidad's stand-up comedy scene, and why laughter became the way he transformed trauma into healing. This is a conversation about resilience, creativity, family, ambition and finding purpose after life changes forever.

On September 23rd, 1779, off Flamborough Head, England, Captain John Paul Jones fought the Royal Navy frigate Serapis to a standstill aboard a sinking, undergunned Bonhomme Richard — and won, even as his own ship went down beneath him two days later. This episode traces Jones's full, complicated life: a fugitive from a killing in Tobago who reinvented himself in America, the raid he led on the very English port where he'd apprenticed as a boy, a stolen victory in Russia's Black Sea fleet, an unresolved scandal that ended his career, and the 113 years his body spent lost beneath a Paris laundry yard.

Laurel Donnellan sits down with David Cumberbatch, newly appointed Managing Director of North America for the Project Management Institute (PMI), for a wide-ranging conversation on education, career readiness, and leadership in a rapidly changing world of work.David traces his path from a childhood in Trinidad and Tobago — shaped by a grandfather who ran the country's largest orphanage — through Oxford as a Rhodes Scholar, to formative years at Procter & Gamble and Microsoft, and now to leading PMI's 800,000-member global community. Along the way, he and Laurel compare the British and American education systems, unpack why generation beta may hold 18 to 30 jobs across 7 to 10 career chapters, and discuss the delicate balance of introducing technology and AI to young learners.The conversation turns to PMI's own AI transformation — including its new CPM AI credential, the PMI Infinity AI companion platform, and an updated PMP exam that now includes AI and sustainability content. David makes the case that durable "power skills" like critical thinking and interpersonal communication matter more, not less, as AI reshapes project work, and shares how PMI is building accessible pathways (like the CAPM certification) for people without a four-year degree to reach six-figure project management careers.The episode closes with David's reflections on leadership: the foundational role of safety and trust in lasting relationships, the lesson he carried from PNG's promotion-from-within culture versus Microsoft's "up or out" model, and his belief that compassionate leadership and competitive excellence aren't in tension — they're the same thing.Guest BioDavid Cumberbatch is the Managing Director of North America for the Project Management Institute (PMI), overseeing the U.S., Canada, and the Caribbean. Raised in Trinidad and Tobago, David earned a double honors degree in computer science and economics from the University of Kent at Canterbury, then studied at Oxford as a Rhodes Scholar. His career spans Procter & Gamble, Microsoft, the Gates Foundation, and ACT, with the last 20 years focused on the intersection of education, technology, and workforce readiness.Resources & Links Mentioned PMI website: pmi.org PMI job board (for certified members) PMI Infinity (PMI's AI companion platform) CPM AI Certification and CAPM/PMP certification pathways PM Ready certificate (high school level) University of Pennsylvania high school internship training program Crimson Global Academy (referenced re: UK/US K-12 comparison — see Laurel's earlier interview) Opportunity@Work (referenced re: non-degree career pathways) Resources & Links Mentioned PMI website: pmi.org PMI job board (for certified members) PMI Infinity (PMI's AI companion platform) CPM AI Certification and CAPM/PMP certification pathways PM Ready certificate (high school level) University of Pennsylvania high school internship training program Crimson Global Academy (referenced re: UK/US K-12 comparison — see Laurel's earlier interview) Opportunity@Work (referenced re: non-degree career pathways

The Real-Life Batman of Mexico, Carnivorous Caterpillars, and... Human Hair Toothpaste?!Scott Combs and Tony Vercanos are back with more bizarre, 100% true (as far as you know) news! This week on This is True Really News, we are bringing you a double-feature of Batman-related chaos. First, an ATM heist in Trinidad and Tobago goes hilariously wrong thanks to a bumbling "Batman" and a broken backhoe. Then, we travel to Mexico where a real-life vigilante is duct-taping motorcycle thieves to lampposts.Plus, prepare to have your Very Hungry Caterpillar childhood illusions shattered by the "Bone Collector"—a carnivorous insect that wears the skeletons of its enemies. Finally, we dive into a revolutionary new dental breakthrough that will make you cringe: toothpaste made from human hair.If you like stupid crap like this, we're your guys. Snark the crap right out of us in the comments!0:00 - Welcome & Caterpillar Parenting Banter0:45 - Snark Us! (How to Contact TITR)1:37 - Trinidad & Tobago's Bumbling "Batman" ATM Heist5:09 - The Bone Collector: Carnivorous Assassin Caterpillars9:03 - The Real-Life Batman of Mexico (Lagos de Moreno)14:39 - Human Hair Toothpaste? The Gross Future of DentistryGot something earth-shattering, momentous, or just really mean to say? Send your news tips, snark, and complaints to TITR@NetRadio.network.Don't forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and FOLLOW This is True Really News wherever you find us so you never miss an episode of the weirdest news on the planet.This is True Really News, TITR, Scot Combs, Tony Verkinnes, Comedy News Podcast, Weird News, Real Life Batman, Mexican Batman, Lagos de Moreno Vigilante, Duct Tape Thieves, Trinidad and Tobago Backhoe Heist, Carnivorous Caterpillar, Bone Collector Bug, Reaver Caterpillar, Human Hair Toothpaste, Keratin Dental Care, Funny News Commentary

Following a request from Trinidad and Tobago, CARICOM agrees to secure an advisory opinion from the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) regarding the Secretary General's reappointment process, maintaining the status quo in the interim.

Andy and Steffi Barnett are in the studio for this week's show, with a powerful conversation at its heart. Ez speaks to Loo Fletcher, founder of the Suicide Prevention Collective, about their new Sunflower Hub at Windmill Hill City Farm — a warm, living room-style space open every other Friday where people can just pause, have a hot drink, access confidential support, and feel less alone. They're planting 200 sunflowers in the garden as a therapeutic space, and the conversation touches on post-traumatic growth, the loneliness epidemic, and why prevention matters as much as crisis response.Later, Andy catches up with Paul Stoodley from The Queen Shilling about Queer Beer — a brand new session pale ale (3.4%) brewed specially by Good Chemistry Brewing in Old Market. Paul opens up about his own journey with the word "queer," having grown up in an era when it was used as a slur, and how younger generations reclaiming it helped shift his perspective. The beer launches the night before Bristol Pride, with 10p from every sale going to the festival — and it's vegan, light, and refreshing to boot.Terry is in with the news, including an NHS Trust continuing to allow trans patients to use facilities matching their gender identity despite a Supreme Court ruling, colonial-era homophobic laws in Trinidad and Tobago, and a delightfully queer revelation about the genderless nature of Minions.The show rounds out with chat about the EHRC's 40-day consultation period ending with no government action, the UK slipping from 2nd to 22nd in European LGBTQ+ rankings, and a big reminder that ShoutOut will be live from Bristol Pride on Saturday 11th July from 10am on BCfm 93.2, Bath Sound DAB, and shoutoutradio.lgbt. Whether you're on the Downs or tuning in from home, they're bringing the best of Pride to you.

AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports on an upsurge in attacks by Iran and the US in the Gulf region; a Palestinian official organizing World Cup screenings has been killed by Israel; Ayatollah Ali Khamenei funeral events continue in Najaf, Iraq; and a gay sex ban in Trinidad and Tobago could be overruled by an English appeals court.

Send us Fan MailBehind every successful event, respected leader, and trusted organisation is something most people never see.In this episode of The Corie Sheppard Podcast, event strategist, communications expert and protocol specialist Lisa Ghany shares the lessons she's learned from decades working in corporate communications, government, banking, crisis management and event production.From advising Trinidad and Tobago's first female Prime Minister to helping build some of the country's most recognisable organisations, Lisa explains why preparation, respect and relationships matter far more than most people realise.We also discuss:• Why protocol is really about respect—not status• What separates great leaders from everyone else• The hidden work behind successful events• Crisis communication in the age of social media• Building a reputation that lasts a lifetime• The future of event management and AI• The story behind the Down Syndrome Family Network and why inclusion mattersWhether you're a business owner, manager, communicator, event professional or simply someone who wants to become a better leader, this conversation is full of practical lessons and timeless wisdom.If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a comment, and share it with someone who would appreciate the conversation.Follow The Corie Sheppard Podcast for more conversations that entertain, educate and honour the people shaping Caribbean culture.

Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark has FINALLY broken her silence after her on-court clash with Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas. Dan breaks down Clark's raw response, the WNBA's controversial officiating, and why the constant noise is threatening to overshadow the league itself. Plus, Dan welcomes U.S. National Soccer Hall of Fame member Paul Caligiuri to the show to discuss FIFA and the unprecedented decision to suspend USMNT striker Flo Balogun's red card, clearing him to play in tonight's high-stakes Round of 16 clash against Belgium. Paul outlines exactly what Team USA needs to do to shut down Belgium and advance to the quarterfinals and we look back at his legendary, history-altering goal against Trinidad & Tobago and answers whether he knew at the time it would change the trajectory of American soccer forever. Subscribe to Don't @ Me for daily videos and shorts: https://tr.ee/M6w2km Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Send us Fan MailWe know more about the surface of the Moon than we do the deep ocean.Dr. Diva Amon is a Trinidadian deep-sea biologist, National Geographic Explorer, co-founder of SpeSeas and Chief Scientist leading the historic Deep Wonders of Trinidad and Tobago and the High Seas expedition.For the first time, a Trinidad and Tobago-led team will spend a month exploring the nation's deep waters aboard Schmidt Ocean Institute's research vessel Falkor Too searching for species never before seen by science.In this conversation, we discuss:• Why 70% of Trinidad and Tobago is deep ocean• Why less than 0.001% has ever been explored• The strange creatures living kilometres beneath us• New medicines hidden in the deep sea• Swimming with sperm whales• Taking Will Smith to the bottom of the ocean• Why the deep ocean may be Earth's final frontierThis is one of the most fascinating conversations we've ever had.Join the WhatsApp Channel to follow the expedition: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vb7WmCK4o7qPcYbUuY0O

This week, Jason is joined by professional soccer player, FC Dallas defender, US Men's National Team player, Gold Cup champion, World Cup participant, and founder of the Shaq Moore Foundation, Shaq Moore, for a conversation about the business of professional soccer, the financial realities of playing overseas, World Cup pressure, MLS salaries, and building a lasting career in a sport that continues to grow in the United States. Shaq reflects on realizing at a young age that soccer could become his career, and how attending the 2010 World Cup helped fully shift his focus back to the sport. With a father who also played professionally, Shaq grew up around the game, but his path was far from traditional. As a teenager, he left the United States to pursue his dream in Spain, where he spent years grinding through lower divisions, learning the language, and fighting for every opportunity. Jason and Shaq dive into the financial side of that journey, including what it was like earning roughly 800 to 900 euros per month early in his career, dealing with teams that went months without paying players, and learning how to live on a budget while chasing a professional dream. Shaq opens up about the uncertainty of playing overseas, the role agents play in protecting young athletes, and why those difficult early years shaped him both personally and professionally. Shaq also breaks down how soccer contracts work, including transfer fees, buyout clauses, bonuses, incentives, and what it means when a player is sent on loan. He explains the business behind his move back to MLS, his reported transfer to Nashville SC, and how returning to the United States helped position him for a potential World Cup opportunity. The conversation also explores Shaq's experience with the US Men's National Team, from winning the Gold Cup and scoring the fastest goal in USMNT history to getting called into a World Cup qualifying window while vacationing on an island. Shaq shares what it was like being thrown into one of the most important games of qualifying, eventually making the 2022 World Cup roster, and playing against England and Iran on the world stage. With the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaching, Jason and Shaq discuss the state of the US team, the pressure of playing on home soil, World Cup ticket prices, player bonuses, endorsements, and how making a World Cup roster can change an athlete's brand and financial future. Shaq also gives his thoughts on the US group, possible contenders, and what it is really like playing against Lionel Messi. Beyond the field, Shaq opens up about financial planning as a professional athlete, budgeting for a career with an uncertain shelf life, working with a financial advisor, investing for the future, and learning from the stories of athletes who made millions but struggled after their playing careers ended. Shaq also shares the work he is doing through the Shaq Moore Foundation, including youth soccer clinics, food drives, community initiatives, and opportunities for kids in Fort Lauderdale and Trinidad and Tobago. He reflects on fatherhood, life in Dallas, future coaching goals, and the importance of staying grounded through every stage of the journey. From grinding in Spain for less than $1,000 a month to representing the United States on the World Cup stage, Shaq reveals what it really takes to stay the course, survive setbacks, and build a career in professional soccer. Shaq reveals all this and so much more in another episode you can't afford to miss! Subscribe to the Trading Secrets podcast! Host: Jason Tartick Audio: John Gurney Video: Marc Colcer Guest: Shaq Moore Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Send us Fan MailBefore the world knew "Who Let the Dogs Out," the song belonged to Anslem Douglas.In this episode, the Trinidad and Tobago music icon shares the untold story behind the Grammy-winning hit, clearing up decades of misconceptions about its journey from the Caribbean to the global stage.We also explore the golden era of Carnival, the making of classics like Raggapumpum, Good Music to Dance, Jump and Mash Up the Party, and When Ah Dead Bury Meh Clothes, why soca must think beyond Monday and Tuesday, and how Caribbean artists can build lasting international careers.Beyond the music, Anslem opens up about his faith, his passion for writing children's books, using his platform to raise awareness about domestic violence, and why he's still creating with the same purpose after more than four decades in the industry.A masterclass in music, storytelling, longevity, and Caribbean culture.

Send us Fan MailWhat is Hosay really about?For many Trinidadians, it's something we've grown up seeing—but few of us truly understand its history, meaning, or why it continues to unite an entire community.In this episode, community leader and Hosay historian Jameel Bisnath explains the origins of Hosay, the story of Imam Hussein, why St. James has become the largest Hosay community in the Western Hemisphere, and how a tradition rooted in mourning became one of Trinidad & Tobago's greatest examples of multicultural harmony.We also explore the history of tassa, the symbolism behind the moons and tadjahs, the 1884 Hosay Massacre, preserving traditions for future generations, and why Jameel believes St. James offers a blueprint for national unity.Whether you've participated in Hosay all your life or have never fully understood it, this conversation offers a fascinating look into one of our country's richest cultural traditions.

Ambie and Crystal discuss a couple games they played recently, including The Case of the Curiously Quiet Theater, Alibi: 3 Intricate Mysteries, and Flip 7: With A Vengeance. Then we talk about the similarities and differences between deduction, social deduction, and bluffing in board games. 0:00-Intro 0:50-Recent Games - The Case of the Curiously Quiet Theater 5:43-Alibi: 3 Intricate Mysteries 12:06-Flip 7: With A Vengeance 15:26-Deduction & Bluffing 30:06-Outro 31:09-Bloopers Join our discord Support us directly at https://ko-fi.com/boardgameblitz Or shop at our merch store or our Amazon Storefront This episode was sponsored by Grey Fox Games. Use the code "BLITZ2026" to get 10% off your entire cart. Consolidated Links For the full show notes visit our site at http://www.boardgameblitz.com/posts/440

Send us Fan MailDJ Elon (Papi) joins The Corie Sheppard Podcast to share the untold story behind one of the biggest career decisions of his life.In this episode, DJ Elon discusses why he walked away from a major radio position after his team was fired, the importance of loyalty, and the financial risk that followed. He reflects on turning down a military career, building his reputation in Trinidad & Tobago's entertainment industry, and the support his parents gave him throughout his journey.We also explore the accidental creation of Club Papi during the COVID-19 pandemic, how an Instagram Live that started with just 12 viewers became a cultural phenomenon, and the lessons learned from entrepreneurship, including launching Papi's Waterhole and navigating the realities of business ownership in Trinidad & Tobago.DJ Elon also shares behind-the-scenes stories about working with Voice, touring internationally, Carnival culture, Road March competition, South Carnival, and the moments that helped shape his career.Topics include:Leaving radio for loyaltyBuilding Club PapiWorking with VoicePandemic entrepreneurshipPapi's WaterholeCarnival and Road March cultureFamily support and mentorshipDJ life and international touringBusiness lessons and failureSouth Carnival and communitySubscribe for more conversations with Caribbean leaders, entrepreneurs, creatives, entertainers, and changemakers.

It's the beginning of summer and up north we can still see the aurora waving its neon green curtains, during the few hours of darkness that we have at this time of year. The sweet voice of a nightingale is sampled and played as we launch into the night until dawn chorus appears. We slow down our thoughts with a steady grace. Music is talking to us like an early bird of lush sound and song. The soul is a bird, a magical bird. We go through bells and birds and steel pans from Tobago. Imagine having wings and going south every winter, like a balsam for the soul, soaking up the sun. Just like the nightjar. Your host: Phtalo TRACKLIST: Cosmo Sheldrake - Nightingale pt.1 Tom Yorke - Dawn Chorus Zachary Knowles - Slow Down My Thoughts Bruno Pernadas - Steady Grace Champion, Four Tet, Skrillex, Naisha - Talk To Me Tommy Cash - Baba Yaga Molly Nilsson - You Always Hurt The One You Love Heidi Mortenson - Early Bird Four Tet - Lush Laurie Anderson - The Soul Is A Bird Glynis James - Magical Bird Four Tet - LA Trance Photay - Balsam Massacre Cosmo Sheldrake - Nightjar

Lord Roy Hattersley, the former Deputy Leader of the Labour party. He was born and brought up in Sheffield. In his book A Yorkshire Boyhood, he confessed to being passionate about three things: Sheffield Wednesday Football Club, Yorkshire County Cricket and socialist politics. His friend and colleague, Lord Kinnock, pays tribute.Daphne Hamilton-Fairley, spoke out for tolerance after her husband was killed by an IRA bomb. He had inspired her to become a speech therapist and after his death she set up one of the first specialist schools for dyslexia and other special educational needs. She named it Fairley House, after her husband. Her daughter Diana Hamilton-Fairley shares her memories.Roger Cook was the intrepid investigative journalist who pioneered the technique known as “doorstepping” - challenging those he suspected of wrongdoing face to face with the camera or tape recorder running. First on Radio 4's consumer affairs programme Checkpoint and then on ITV's The Cook Report he took on criminals and fraudsters on behalf of listeners and viewers. Matthew talks to his colleague Tim Tate.Sterling Betancourt was a pioneer of steel pan music from Trinidad and Tobago. He was one of the first to bring the instrument to Britain in the 1950s and went on to play a big role in the early days of the Notting Hill Carnival. Sterling's wife Beatrice Elokbi tells his story.Presenter: Matthew Bannister Producer: Ribika Moktan Assistant Producer: Catherine Powell Researcher: Jesse Edwards Editor: Andrea KennedyArchive: BBC Midlands Today, 23/02/94; Desert Island Discs, BBC Radio 4, 31/01/1986; Labour Party Conference 1983 , BBC News , 2.10.1983; Newsnight, BBC Two, 19/04/1981; Tony Livesey, 5 Live, 24/01/2012; PM, BBC Radio 4, 23/10/1975; Tonight, BBC One, 17/12/1975; Forty Minutes: Women in Black, BBC 2, 21/04/1988; Nationwide, BBC One, 29/11/1982; David Hockney, Desert Island Discs, 07/02/1972; The 1951 Festival of Britain: A Brave New World, BBC Four, 24/09/2011; Steel Pan Alley, Radio 4, 6/12/2003

On this day, 19 June 1937, after employers failed to agree to oil workers' pay demands, workers at one of Trinidad's oilfields went on strike. British colonial authorities attempted to arrest Uriah Butler, a former oil worker-turned preacher, who was helping to lead the dispute. However, he was defended by a crowd of workers, who killed two policemen – soaking one of them with paraffin and burning them. Butler (pictured) then went into hiding. The strike quickly spread across all oilfields, then to the rest of the economy. A state of emergency was declared and two British warships rushed to the island, arriving on 22 and 23 June, bringing marines and additional police from England and Ireland. Two local military units were also mobilised against the workers, and after numerous arrests and imprisonments the rebellion was quashed. Butler was captured in September and jailed for 2 years for sedition. Learn more in episodes 75-76 of our podcast: https://workingclasshistory.com/podcast/e75-76-trinidad-general-strike/Our work is only possible because of support from you, our listeners on patreon. If you appreciate our work, please join us and access exclusive content and benefits at patreon.com/workingclasshistory.See all of our anniversaries each day, alongside sources and maps on the On This Day section of our Stories app: stories.workingclasshistory.com/date/todayBrowse all Stories by Date here on the Date index: https://stories.workingclasshistory.com/dateCheck out our Map of historical Stories: https://map.workingclasshistory.comCheck out books, posters, clothing and more in our online store, here: https://shop.workingclasshistory.comIf you enjoy this podcast, make sure to check out our flagship longform podcast, Working Class History

Send us Fan MailBlaze has been one of Trinidad and Tobago's most recognizable radio personalities for decades, but after 12 years at Slam 100.5, he made a career move that surprised listeners across the country.In this episode of The Corie Sheppard Podcast, Blaze shares the story behind his journey from sound systems and radio clashes to becoming one of the most influential voices in local broadcasting.He reflects on growing up around music, learning from pioneers like Tony Lee, George Gonzales, Starchild and Master Mike, building his career in radio, and the sacrifices required to stay relevant in a constantly changing media landscape.Blaze also opens up about walking away from a secure career path in accountancy to pursue his passion for music and broadcasting, the lessons he learned from success and failure, and why he ultimately decided it was time for a new chapter.In a special addendum recorded after the original interview, Blaze discusses his departure from Slam 100.5, his move to Scorch Radio, the emotions surrounding his final day, and what listeners can expect next.Topics include:Leaving Slam 100.5 after 12 yearsJoining Scorch RadioThe future of radio in Trinidad & TobagoSound system culture and radio clashesTony Lee, George Gonzales and radio mentorshipBuilding a career in broadcastingChoosing passion over securitySuccess, failure and reinventionDrama Wednesday and audience connectionThe evolution of Trinidad and Tobago media#coriesheppardpodcast #Blaze #Radio #TrinidadAndTobago #ScorchRadio

A new series by the Caribbean Cricket Podcast. Machel takes a look at each West Indian cricket territory and establishes who the top five cricketers are. This will undoubtedly cause some consternation and cuss outs. Join the discussion below. As ever please leave a rating, review, comment and follow the Caribbean Cricket Podcast. No other channel keeps it as real as we do on the Caribbean Cricket Podcast. If you'd like to support the Caribbean Cricket Podcast you can become a patron for as little as £2/$2 a month here - https://www.patreon.com/Caribcricket If you would like to read some high quality articles on West Indies cricket - please subscribe to our brand new site - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Caribbean Cricket News on CounterPress • West Indies Cricket independent news⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

FC Cincinnati legend Justin Hoyte joins the Flyin Lion Podcast to discuss his journey from Arsenal to FC Cincinnati, representing Trinidad & Tobago, and his transition into coaching and player development. We also react to the USMNT's 2-1 loss to Germany and give our full 2026 FIFA World Cup preview, including predictions, dark horses, and the United States' road to the final.

In episode 251 of the Transition Drill Podcast, explores identity, resilience, and rebuilding after public scrutiny for veterans and first responders navigating career disruption, reputation loss, and life after service. You'll hear Kwesi Millington on what happens when one moment changes everything, and what it takes to rebuild purpose, identity, and a future when the career you expected disappears.Former RCMP officer and now resilience keynote speaker Kwesi Millington shares a story that starts far before policing and goes far beyond the incident that made international headlines.Raised in Toronto by a single mother after emigrating from Trinidad and Tobago, Kwesi describes a childhood that was ordinary by his standards. No clear career calling. No lifelong dream of becoming a police officer. He moved through school, completed a Bachelor of Commerce with a focus in finance, worked office and government jobs, and felt disconnected from the life he imagined for himself. Then one moment changed direction. Watching a police officer while walking a strike line, he realized he wanted work that put him outside, serving people and doing something that felt meaningful.That decision led him into the RCMP. He trained in Regina, Saskatchewan, entered frontline policing in British Columbia, and expected to build a long career. Instead, only a few years into service, a call at Vancouver International Airport became the defining event of his life. Kwesi walks through that night, the death that followed, the public reaction, the viral footage, internal conflict, investigations, public inquiry, and the long legal aftermath that eventually ended his policing career.But this conversation doesn't stop there.Kwesi talks openly about moral injury, accountability, identity collapse, incarceration, and the reality of trying to re-enter society carrying a criminal record and public history. He reflects on the jobs that never called back, rebuilding through personal training, and discovering that growth sometimes starts where status ends.What emerged next wasn't a return to who he was. Through fitness, Toastmasters, communication, and years of rebuilding, Kwesi found a different mission. Today he speaks to audiences on resilience, mindset, accountability, and navigating life after adversity.CONNECT WITH THE PODCAST:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paulpantani/WEBSITE: https://www.transitiondrillpodcast.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulpantani/SIGN-UP FOR THE NEWSLETTER:https://transitiondrillpodcast.com/home#aboutQUESTIONS OR COMMENTS:paul@transitiondrillpodcast.comSPONSORS:GRND Collective: Premium, veteran-owned sportswear built for those who show up, outwork the excuses, and give 100%. Score 15% off your order at thegrndcollective.com using promo code TRANSITION15 at checkoutBlue Line Roasting: Premium, law-enforcement-owned coffee roasted to fuel the shift. A portion of every order directly supports law enforcement families facing line-of-duty injury or loss. Save 10% at bluelineroasting.com with promo code Transition10Frontline Optics: Premium eyewear founded by a firefighter and built to withstand the job. Every single purchase helps support the First Responders Children's Foundation, serving families who've paid the ultimate price. Save 10% off your pair at frontlineoptics.com using promo code Transition10

Send us Fan MailJaiga joins us for one of the most revealing conversations ever recorded about the evolution of soca music, talent development, radio, entrepreneurship and mentorship in Trinidad & Tobago.From selling apples in the market as a teenager to becoming one of the most influential figures behind the scenes of Caribbean entertainment, Jaiga shares the stories that shaped his journey.We discuss the creation of Soca Star, the origins of Next Ten, discovering artists like Voice and Ding Dong before they became household names, building Radioactive, working alongside Machel Montano, Destra, Iwer George and Fay-Ann Lyons, and helping launch opportunities for the next generation of talent.Jaiga also opens up about personal growth, therapy, fatherhood, relationships, men's mental health, and why he believes vulnerability is one of a man's greatest strengths.In this episode:• The real story behind Soca Star• How Voice was discovered• Why Ding Dong lived in his mother's house• The creation of Next Ten• Building careers before social media• The hustle of selling apples in the market• Touring the world with Iwer George• How Action became a soca hit• Radioactive, Synergy TV and radio history• Entrepreneurship, sales and business lessons• Fatherhood, therapy and men's mental health• Why only 4 of 106 young men knew their fathers Whether you're a fan of soca, business, entrepreneurship, media, or personal development, this episode offers a rare look at the mindset and experiences behind one of Trinidad & Tobago's most influential cultural figures.#coriesheppardpodcast #Jaiga #Soca #TrinidadAndTobago #CaribbeanCulture

"Broader change requires influencing policy and systems to reach thousands." This conviction sits at the heart of Claton Lewis's career. As Assistant Director for Career Readiness at Morgan State University, Claton traces a journey from Trinidad and Tobago through entrepreneurship and into higher education, shaped by family legacy and key mentors who modeled what intentional, community-driven teaching looks like. He speaks candidly about the systemic and structural challenges Black educators face and why real transformation demands reshaping the systems that govern what students learn, how they're valued, and what futures they can imagine."The state of Black education is ultimately a reflection of the quality of education in Black homes." With this grounding belief, Claton offers a perspective that is both clear-eyed about historical injustice and filled with genuine hope. He highlights the resilience and achievements of Black students and educators at HBCUs, the growing opportunity created by technology and AI, and the irreplaceable role of family and community as a student's first educators. Claton also opens up about sustaining joy in emotionally demanding work through intentional boundaries, positive relationships, and centering student strengths. Claton ends with a reflection on legacy, the power of mentorship, and a deep gratitude for the opportunity to amplify Black excellence and hope within the community.

País foi eleito pela quarta vez para o órgão; Áustria também passou pelo Grupo da Europa Ocidental e Outros, e Alemanha ficou fora da corrida; novos membros são Trindade e Tobago, da América Latina e do Caribe, e Zimbabué, da África.

Episode 497 - Candice Hill Pete's Percussion Podcast Kansas City-based freelancing percussionist, educator, Steel Pan artist, composer and arranger Candice Hill stops by to talk about her career in KC and getting started there, along with her time performing with the Kansas City Chiefs drumline (03:45), teaching and performing in town, arranging and composing, and her work “Red City Calypso” (21:30), growing up in Columbia (MO) and her family musical background (34:45), her undergrad years at Missouri State University, marching band and lessons, getting into steel pan performance, and Music Education vs. Music Performance degrees (44:55), attending Northern Illinois University for her master's in Steel Pan Performance, studying with Liam Teague and Cliff Alexis, dealing with performance anxiety, and keeping up with her non-steel band percussion skills (01:04:15), and settles in for the Random Ass Questions, including segments on being a woman in the field of percussion, Pete getting to work with Candice and Emily Lemmermann for the Missouri Mass Steel Band performance last month, Dirty Dancing, Crafts and Baking, experiencing Panorama in Trinidad and Tobago, bad cleaning jobs, and the excellence of Steel Band all over the world (01:27:20).Finishing with a Rave on the 2026 film Michael (01:54:30).Candice Hill Links:Candice Hill's website“Red City Calypso” - Candice HillPrevious Podcast Guests mentioned:Emily Lemmermann in 2019Julia Gaines-Montag in 2016Scott Cameron in 2016Liam Teague in 2025Rich Holly in 2020Raychel Taylor in 2020Amanda Duncan in 2023Elizabeth DeLamater in 2019Other Links:Matt Arnet“Tornado” - Mitch MarkovichJohn PattersonBlast!Al O'ConnorCliff Alexis“Because” - The Beatles“Island in the Sun” - Len “Boogsie” SharpeYuko AsadaMia Gormandy-BenjaminRobert ChappellScott McConnellDirty Dancing trailerUnheard Voices - Myrna NurseCricut crafts“Pan by Storm” - Skiffle BunchBen YanceyRaves:Michael trailer

In our May 2026 Community Chat, and with members of the Caribbean tech community, Tamira La Cruz, an Economic Development Advisor and Private Sector Specialist based in Curaçao, and Natalie Maharaj, a Digital Transformation Consultant and Responsible Technology Advocate based in Trinidad and Tobago, the panel discusses:    *  AI literacy in the Caribbean;   *  SIDS investing in tech development; and   *  privacy and consent in AI.   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   ---------------

Send us Fan MailWendy Fitzwilliam joins The Corie Sheppard Podcast for one of her most open and revealing conversations ever.From winning Miss Universe and navigating global fame, to growing up in Trinidad, studying law, motherhood, media pressure, and the psychology of Caribbean success, Wendy reflects on the experiences that shaped her journey both publicly and privately.The conversation explores:The Reality Behind Miss UniverseCelebrity Culture And Media TrainingDonald Trump And The Miss Universe OrganizationTrinidad & Tobago's Relationship With SuccessMachel Montano, Minshall, Brian Lara And National IdentityVulnerability, Motherhood And Her Book Letters to AilanBeing Underestimated As A WomanSocial Media, Fame And Public PerceptionWhy Trinidadians Often “Mash Up” Their Own PeopleAfrica, Ethiopia And IdentityFashion, Law And Personal ReinventionWendy also shares untold stories about Rihanna, Ricky Martin, Coolio, Bernie Mac, international media, and the pressure of representing Trinidad & Tobago on the world stage.This is a conversation about confidence, culture, reinvention, and what it really means to carry a country with you.

Send us Fan MailAnya Ayoung-Chee joins The Corie Sheppard Podcast for one of her most open and reflective conversations yet. From winning Project Runway with almost no formal sewing experience to navigating public scandal, entrepreneurship, motherhood, AI, Caribbean identity, and rebuilding her fashion brand — this episode explores the mindset behind one of Trinidad & Tobago's most recognizable creative entrepreneurs.Anya speaks candidly about grief after losing her brother Pilar, the turning points that shaped her life, and how those experiences pushed her toward fashion and entrepreneurship. She also breaks down the realities of the fashion industry, the future of AI in creativity, Caribbean identity in design, and why she believes Caribbean creators can lead globally instead of following trends.The conversation also dives into:Winning Project Runway against experienced designersThe pressure and editing behind reality TVCaribbean fashion identity and post-colonial cultureAI, vibe coding, and the future of creative businessEntrepreneurship, impact, and building sustainable businessesNavigating public scrutiny and personal growthMusic, Xigon, sound clash culture, and creativityMotherhood, reinvention, and purposeA powerful conversation about resilience, audacity, creativity, and evolving into your next chapter.#coriesheppardpodcast #AnyaAyoungChee #ProjectRunway #Fashion #AI #CaribbeanCulture #Entrepreneurship

Kevin Leonce shares how he built a U.S. real estate portfolio while living in Trinidad and Tobago. He explains how he finds deals, builds relationships, and manages investments from a distance.

Machel Montano is known as the King of Soca, and is widely credited with bringing Soca music to the global stage. In 2025, the Trinidadian singer, songwriter and producer became the first Soca artist to perform on NPR's Tiny Desk, garnering over a million views. But he also took time off from his music career to get a master's degree in Carnival Studies from the University of Trinidad and Tobago, and has a wealth of knowledge on the history of Soca. His new documentary, Like Ah Boss: Journey of a Soca King, follows his illustrious 40-year career from child star in Trinidad to global icon. Machel joins Tom Power to discuss the history of Carnival and what's next for his career, as well as settle some Caribbean food debates.

Janet Everhart, Director of Volunteer Programs at HealingStrong, joins host Jim Mann for a conversation that's equal parts practical guide and heartfelt encouragement. As the face behind the video curriculum and a nine-year veteran of the organization, Janet breaks down exactly what it takes to start and lead a Healing Strong support group, and spoiler: it's less than you think. She walks through the 12-lesson curriculum, the leader resources, the monthly support calls, mentors, chaplains, and prayer teams available to every group leader. She and Jim also discuss what makes HealingStrong groups different: the faith component, the holistic pillars, and the sense of community that makes people feel like they're at Disney World rather than fighting cancer. From meeting in a coffee shop to Zooming in from Nigeria or Trinidad and Tobago, this episode makes clear that if your area doesn't have a group, that might be your sign to start one.HealingStrong's mission is to educate, equip and empower our group leaders and group participants through their journey with cancer or other chronic illnesses, and know there is HOPE. We bring this hope through educational materials, webinars, guest speakers, conferences, community small group support and more.Please take advantage of our FREE resources below to help you along your health and healing journey:Support Group DirectoryHolistic Curriculum - Participant GuideSupport Our Mission - DonateAdditional Health ResourcesListen to Previous EpisodesWebsite: healingstrong.org

Send us Fan MailValmiki Maharaj — Creative Director of The Lost Tribe, Director of TRIBE, and head of Ultimate Events — joins The Corie Sheppard Podcast for a deep conversation on creativity, Carnival, culture, and the business of building unforgettable experiences.From redefining modern mas to coordinating IShowSpeed's viral Trinidad IRL stream, Valmiki shares the vision, pressure, and innovation behind some of Trinidad & Tobago's most impactful cultural moments.The conversation explores:• The evolution of TRIBE and The Lost Tribe• Creativity, storytelling, and experiential design• The future of Carnival and preserving authenticity• The business behind large-scale events• Coordinating global productions and viral moments• Youth culture, identity, and Trinidad's global image• Leadership, resilience, and purpose-driven workA powerful discussion on culture, innovation, and the responsibility of shaping experiences that represent Trinidad & Tobago to the world.#coriesheppardpodcast #ValmikiMaharaj #TRIBE #TheLostTribe #Carnival #TrinidadAndTobago #Podcast #Culture

Today's West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy Podcast for our especially special Daily Special, River City Hash Mondays is now available on the Spreaker Player!Starting off in the Bistro Cafe, gut the VRA, get Jim Crow 2.0.Then, on the rest of the menu, Trump unveiled an ominous midterm plot he wants to use in ‘every single state;' the general counsel for the Oregon State Bar said fabricated cases and citations have become more common among lawyers and people representing themselves; and, a Georgia data center drained 30 million gallons of water unnoticed until residents complained about low water pressure.After the break, we move to the Chef's Table where Starmer pledges to bring Britain closer to the EU as he faces calls to step down; and, Venezuela warns of ‘serious' environmental impact from an oil spill in Trinidad and Tobago.All that and more, on West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy with Chef de Cuisine Justice Putnam.Bon Appétit!The Netroots Radio Live PlayerKeep Your Resistance Radio Beaming 24/7/365!“I was never a spy. I was with the OSS organization. We had a number of women, but we were all office help.” — Julia ChildBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/west-coast-cookbook-speakeasy--2802999/support.

As I'm sure you know, it is all but impossible to destroy gold. Yes, yes, nuclear explosions, blah blah, mercury, aqua regia, but to all intents and purposes gold is permanent. It's been here since before the earth itself, and it'll be about long after it's gone, shining away.That also means that all the gold that has ever been mined still exists. Some of it has been lost, of course, but it's still there somewhere, even if it's sitting in sunken Spanish galleon off the coast of Tobago.There are just under 7 billion ounces of gold in the world, and just over 8 billion people, so about 4/5 of an ounce per person. Until the gold rushes of the 19th century, there were roughly 2/5 of an ounce per person.As you can see by the chart below there is now more gold per capita than ever before.What's really interesting, however, is how closely cumulative gold supply tracks global population growth. The two rise at remarkably similar rates over centuries.Gold supply expands slowly, organically and roughly in line with humanity itself. No central bank planned it that way.Right there is why gold is nature's money. But there are some changes afoot.Population growth is slowing rapidly. It is actually going backwards in some parts of the world. The Matt Ridley argument is that this is a result of prosperity. Merryn Somerset Webb thinks it's even more specific than that. She blames smart phones. She may have a point. South Korea is perhaps the most advanced smart phone nation. When I went there in 2015 I remember thinking that, technologically, it was a good 10 years ahead of Western Europe. Recently we learn it has the slowest population growth of the lot.Annual gold mining supply is at record levels, however: 3,600 tonnes last year. Does this mean gold per capita is set to increase?Probably but there is a big but and it looks like this.How about that for a table?No new major discoveries - 2 million ounces or more - in 2023 or 2024. As far as I know there were three in 2025 - in China, in Saudi Arabia and in Iran.But look at the trend. We have been below the 10-discovery threshold since 2009. Discoveries peaked in 1995.The long-term implications of this are enormous. If you live in a third world country such as the UK, I urge you to own gold or silver. The pound will be further devalued, as will the euro and dollar. The bullion dealer I use and recommend is The Pure Gold Company. They deliver to the UK, the US, Canada and Europe. More here.Gold is not like other commodities, copper, oil or wheat, say, where annual production dramatically affects price because so much of what was produced previously has already been consumed. Almost all the gold ever mined still exists somewhere, as i say.But mining supply still matters at the margin.The collapse in discoveries has not yet translated into falling production because it takes such a long time to bring a deposit into production. The average time from discovery to production is now around 17 years.But we are now roughly 17 years on from the late 2000s, when the discovery rate began to fall off a cliff.In other words, we may not be far away from the point where the collapse in discoveries finally starts feeding through into stagnating or declining mine supply.And unlike previous cycles, there do not appear to be dozens of giant new deposits waiting quietly in the wings.(Obviously, a higher gold price offsets some of this because lower-grade ore becomes economic to mine.)Here is the long-term production chart. You can see how supply has largely plateaued over the last ten years .Perhaps that also helps explain why, after 50,000 years of use (yes, that figure is correct), demand for gold from individuals, institutions and central banks remains so strong.Lots of interviews to share with you this weekI've been promoting the release of The Secret History of Gold in the US. First up with my US BFF, Tom WoodsOn Financial Sense with Jim Puplava (audio only)On Kitco News with Jeremy SzafronAnd, finally, Clem ChambersLast, but not least, here is this week's commentary, in case you missed it, looking at the precarious state of the UK's finances.Thank you for being a subscriber to the Flying Frisby.Until next timeDominic This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.theflyingfrisby.com/subscribe

Nearly all the recent analysis of Venezuela has centered on crude oil and refined products, but its gas reserves shouldn't be overlooked. Today, we look at those reserves, compare domestic production and consumption, and explain how Trinidad & Tobago could play a role in boosting Venezuelan output.

Y'all, this conversation is one I have been waiting to share. My friend Candyce DeKruyff just got home from a trip of a lifetime, and she is sitting down with me today to tell us all about it. For nearly three decades Candyce has been faithfully serving with Operation Christmas Child, and as the area coordinator for five counties here in central Alabama, she has counted and prayed over thousands of shoeboxes headed out into the world. This spring, she finally got to see the other side of that work in Trinidad and Tobago, watching children open the very kind of boxes she has packed for years. Friend, our God is such a big, big, big God. He sees a little girl who loves purple, and he sees you right where you are listening. Come hear Candyce's story, and then go pack a box. Pack a Box for Operation Christmas Child: ⁠⁠https://www.samaritanspurse.org/what-we-do/operation-christmas-child?utm_source=Ggl&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=m_YGOC-B23V&utm_content=Pack_A_Shoebox&gad=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjw4vKpBhCZARIsAOKHoWQ23U3DNvIQ4cJ3GjIKvOrl2jhh6Afdgzzm-_JSyayJikUMPqOcM34aAg28EALw_wcB⁠⁠ Virtual Shoebox Link: ⁠⁠https://sampur.se/45L9WSI⁠⁠ Connect with us! Website: ⁠⁠https://www.pzazzonline.com/⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠www.facebook.com/pzazzartstudio⁠⁠ Instagram- ⁠⁠www.instagram.com/pzazzartstudio⁠⁠  Text us: 1-334-249-1818

Send us Fan MailShaka Hislop joins us for one of the most powerful conversations we've ever had.From representing Trinidad & Tobago at the 2006 FIFA World Cup to building a career at the highest levels of English football and broadcasting, Shaka reflects on legacy, pressure, and purpose.But this episode goes deeper.Shaka opens up about his prostate cancer diagnosis, the reality of having no symptoms, and how a routine test may have saved his life. He shares the emotional challenge of telling his children, the mindset he adopted to fight, and why more Caribbean men need to take their health seriously.We also get into:His response to the Trinidad & Tobago FA President's comments on Dwight YorkeThe realities behind World Cup qualificationLife in the Premier League and the pressure of elite footballParenting, identity, and representing Trinidad & Tobago on the world stageThis is a conversation about football — but more importantly, it's about life.

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3. Cricket Corruption and Pitch InjuriesInvestigations are ongoing into a T20 cricket match held on February 17th between Canada and New Zealand. The International Cricket Council (ICC) and the Canadian Cricket Board are looking into allegations of match-fixing after New Zealand won by eight wickets despite not being significantly stronger than the Canadian team. Suspicion arose due to Canada's "weird" batting and bowling styles, and while no one has been cleared, a police investigation is expected because match-fixing is typically tied to financial gain in betting rings.In a separate incident in the Caribbean, the West Indies Championship between Trinidad and Tobago and the Leeward Islands was completely abandoned due to a "misbehaving pitch". During the match, a fast ball from Hayden Seals gained unexpected speed and height, striking batter Jeremiah Louie in the helmet. The impact rendered Louieunconscious and required his hospitalization. Because the pitch was in such disrepair—described as having parts as hard as concrete—it was deemed too dangerous to continue. Jeremy emphasizes that cricket is a violent sport; balls moving at 80–90 mph have killed at least three players in the last 40 years despite the use of helmets. 31940

6. Guest: Evan Ellis. Ellis details spillover violence in Trinidad and Tobago, where drug flows and gangs necessitated a state of emergency. He addresses Venezuela's opposition leader Maria Corina Machado's delayed return to the country. Additionally, he discusses El Salvador's controversial mass trial of 486 alleged gang members. 61924 HOLLYWOOD AND CAHUENGA

SCHEDULE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, 4-23-261902 DELONGPRE GARDENHere are your formatted segments:1. Guest: Anatol Lieven. Lieven discusses the Middle East crisis, noting Russia benefits from rising oil prices while China fears global economic instability. Future concerns include potential US retaliation against Europe regarding Ukraine aid and Greenland, alongside upcoming tariff negotiations between President Trump and Xi Jinping in Beijing. 12. Guest: Anatol Lieven. Lieven analyzes UK politics, characterizing Prime Minister Keir Starmer as a "dead man walking" due to record low popularity and scandals involving Lord Mandelson. Regarding Ukraine, he suggests they are achieving a qualified victory by holding the line, though long-term survival is threatened by manpower and funding shortages. 23. Guest: Grant Newsham. Retired Marine Colonel Newsham explains Japan's participation in the Balikatan combat exercises in the Philippines. This shift toward active military training under Prime Minister Takayichi aims to counter Chinese aggression. Beijing strongly opposes this enhanced US-Japan defense link, fearing its combined strategic capabilities. 34. Guest: Titus Techera. Techera reviews Project Hail Mary, calling it a family-oriented film celebrating space exploration and "manly professionalism". However, he highlights Hollywood's decline as streaming and private gaming erode the shared cinematic experience. He notes that traditional "boys' fantasies" have largely defected to digital platforms. 45. Guest: Evan Ellis. Ellis examines Peru's political turmoil surrounding a multi-billion dollar F-16 deal. An interim leftist government attempted to delay payments, potentially seeking Russian or Chinese alternatives. Despite the resignation of two key ministers in protest, the deal currently appears to be moving forward. 56. Guest: Evan Ellis. Ellis details spillover violence in Trinidad and Tobago, where drug flows and gangs necessitated a state of emergency. He addresses Venezuela's opposition leader Maria Corina Machado's delayed return to the country. Additionally, he discusses El Salvador's controversial mass trial of 486 alleged gang members. 67. Guest: Evan Ellis. Ellis discusses a suspicious car crash in Chihuahua, Mexico, that killed four officials, including two CIA personnel. He also covers a diplomatic rift between the US and Brazil involving mutual expulsions of police liaisons, sparked by tensions over former President Bolsonaro and the 2022 election. 78. Guest: Evan Ellis. Ellis reports Panama is seeing increased canal revenue due to Middle East instability, but faces Chinese retaliation for revoking a port concession. China is using economic leverage to punish Panama, pressuring major shipping companies and harassing Panamanian-flagged vessels to discourage resistance to its presence. 89. Guest: Eric Cline. Archaeologist Cline discusses the Amarna letters, focusing on the prolific correspondence of Rib-Hadda of Byblos. He characterizes these ancient conflicts as proxy wars between the Hittites and Egyptians. Cline notes that the regional dynamics of 3,400 years ago strikingly mirror contemporary Middle Eastern geopolitical struggles. 910. Guest: Eric Cline. Cline explores the letters of Abdi-Heba, the ruler of Jerusalem, who balanced local conflicts while appealing to the Egyptian Pharaoh for military aid. The correspondence reveals a world of backstabbing vassal politics and frequent requests for gold, which Egypt occasionally sent as gilded wood. 1011. Guest: Eric Cline. Using social network analysis, Cline maps connections between Bronze Age rulers, identifying messengers as critical "power brokers". He notes the difficulty of identifying specific Pharaohs in the letters. Finally, he discusses the archaeological significance of Byblos and the need for future excavations once regional peace allows. 1112. Guest: Eric Cline. Cline discusses the 1177 BC collapse of the globalized Late Bronze Age network due to drought, famine, and invasions. He emphasizes modern lessons from this collapse, including the need for innovation, resilience, and multiple backup plans to ensure societal survival when complex systems inevitably fail. 1213. Guest: Craig Unger. Unger argues Vladimir Putin is the primary beneficiary of the Middle East conflict as rising oil prices bolster Russia's economy. He describes Donald Trump as a Russian "asset" whose interests align with Putin's. Additionally, he discusses Melania Trump's unusual press conference denying Jeffrey Epstein connections. 1314. Guest: Veronique de Rugy. De Rugy warns of a looming debt crisis, suggesting the US is passively choosing inflation over necessary spending cuts or tax hikes. She argues that fiscal credibility cannot be restored without reforming Medicare and Social Security, and recommends deregulating healthcare to increase supply and lower costs. 1415. Guest: Mary Anastasia O'Grady. O'Grady criticizes the stalled transition to democracy in Venezuela, noting the Rodriguez siblings are "buying time" for their criminal regime. Despite the capture of Maduro, corrupt officials remain in power. She highlights the ongoing threat to opposition leader Maria Corina Machado and the lack of US focus. 1516. Guest: Cleo Paskal. Paskal reports on Super Typhoon Sinlaku's impact on US Pacific territories. She also discusses the fuel supply crisis in the Marshall Islands caused by the Strait of Hormuz closure. Finally, she details the withdrawal of a controversial UK deal to cede the strategic Chagos Islands to Mauritius. 16