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In today's explosive episode, Tara breaks down President Trump's announcement that he's willing to release the full video of the September 2nd missile strike off the coast of Trinidad — the second strike that has been shrouded in mystery and political spin.
Common Potoos are champions of camouflage. In the daytime these nocturnal creatures perch perfectly still on branches: heads pointed upward, bodies outstretched, and eyes closed down to tiny slits. It's hard to tell where the branch ends and the bird's body begins — which helps them avoid predators. They're birds more often heard than seen; with a melodious but mournful song, made at dawn, dusk and by the light of the moon. The song earned potoos the name ‘Poor-me-one' in Trinidad and Tobago.More info and transcript at BirdNote.org.Want more BirdNote? Subscribe to our weekly newsletter. Sign up for BirdNote+ to get ad-free listening and other perks. BirdNote is a nonprofit. Your tax-deductible gift makes these shows possible. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
David Waldman knows all, reveals about two hours' worth, on today's KITM. Is Pete Hegseth more sober, or less, today? Pete has Donald K. Trump's full support, which has got to worry anybody. Now, Admiral Frank Bradley has Pete's full support. Admiral Alvin Holsey retired before anyone's full support got to him. Each of these people really wanted ALL of the Caribbean "suspects" turned into a thick red mist… but they didn't mean ALL of them… Ok, "all" of them… but all of them simultaneously… They see this as a problem of not using big enough missiles. Trinidad is installing a US military radar installation in order to guide B-2s in locating some more suspects. Speaking of extrajudicial killings of civilians, that's what Afghan "Zero Units" were known for. DC shooter Rahmanullah Lakanwal was a US trained member, then abandoned by the US government, really never a solid plan. Speaking of sleeper cells, DOGE isn't dead, they are now the Deep State. Speaking of John Durham/Nancy Pelosi/Nicolás Maduro/Michelle Obama conspiracies, that's what Trump posted only last night! There's 22 Trump gift shopping days till Christmas, then 1122 after that!
When the U.S. first struck a suspected drug-smuggling boat off the Trinidad coast on Sept. 2, two survivors were left clinging to the wreckage. In order to comply with the commands he'd been given by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, the Special Operations commander ordered a second strike, according to two people familiar with the matter. It killed the two survivors.Host Colby Itkowitz speaks with national security reporter Alex Horton about what this new information reveals about the Trump administration's campaign against suspected drug smugglers.Today's show was produced by Rennie Svirnovskiy with help from Sabby Robinson and Reena Flores. It was edited by Ariel Plotnick and mixed by Sean Carter. Thanks to Ben Pauker.Subscribe to The Washington Post here.
Luis Rendueles, en esta ocasion sin Manu Marlasca, ha explicado en Mas de uno las ultimas novedades en la busqueda, con su marido, Antonio Da Silva, como el principal sospechoso de los investigadores.
On this episode, Antonio Michael Downing, author and host of CBC's Next Chapter, talks about his early reading life with his grandmother in Trinidad, how his work affects his reading life, and the types of authors that are speaking to him now. We talk about his two books, Saga Boy, a memoir, and Black Cherokee, his first novel. Black Cherokee Saga Boy The Next Chapter Books mentioned in this episode: What Betsy's reading: The Loneliness of Sonia and Sunny by Kiran Desai Endling by Maria Reva Isola by Allegra Goodman Books Highlighted by Antonio Michael: A Wizard of Earthsea by Ursula K. Le Guin Heavy: An American Memoir by Kiese Laymon Giovanni's Room by James Baldwin The Sellout by Paul Beatty Salt by Earl Lovelace Dubliners by James Joyce Lolita by Vladimir Nabokov Deep Secrets by Niobe Way All books available on my Bookshop.org episode page. Other books mentioned in this episode: The Sound and The Fury by William Faulkner Baldwin: A Love Story by Nicholas Boggs Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy KJV Bible Go Tell it on the Mountain by James Baldwin The Fire Next Time by James Baldwin Finnegans Wake by James Joyce Book of Lives by Margaret Atwood Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoevsky Ulysses by James Joyce
“As usual, the fake news is delivering more fabricated, inflammatory, and derogatory reporting to discredit our incredible warriors fighting to protect the homeland,” Hegseth, 45, said in a Nov. 28 post on X. The defense secretary was responding to a Washington Post story citing two anonymous sources that claimed he ordered troops to leave no survivors after a missile struck the vessel, which was traveling off the Trinidad coast, as two individuals were clinging to the smoldering wreckage. Whatever the truth is, one thing's for sure. The Secretary of War is living up to his office as the body count, now at 83, rises.“And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.” John 8:32 (KJB)On this episode of the Prophecy News Podcast, The War Department and the Secretary Of War have been having a field day, blowing up people and boats that they say are ‘narcoterrorists' who are intent on bringing drugs into the United States from Venezuela. That may be true, but to date, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth has offered exactly zero evidence to prove his case, and now he has ordered the execution of 83 of these narcoterrorists. Rand Paul had something to say about it this past weekend. “At this point, I would call them extrajudicial killings,” Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., said during an Oct. 26 appearance on Fox News Sunday. “This is akin to what China does, what Iran does with drug dealers − they summarily execute people without presenting evidence to the public. So it's wrong.” Should Pete Hegseth be accountable for his orders to kill all these people? He absolutely should if you believe in the rule of law upon which America was founded. Today we pay a visit to the War Department to see what else they might be up to.
Send us a textIn this deep and wide-ranging conversation, we sit with Erphaan Alves — artist, songwriter, performer, and one of the most influential voices shaping modern soca. From his earliest days as a child performer in Chaguanas, to writing for giants like Machel Montano and Kes, to creating anthems like Bumper Like Rain, Overdue, No Abla, Background, and Spirit, Erphaan charts the full story of his journey in a way he has never shared before.We explore his upbringing, the impact of his parents' sacrifices, his father's pivotal role in his career, and how early interactions with icons like Bunji Garlin, Scrunter, Blaxx, Shal Marshall, Peter C. Lewis, Tambu Herbert, and others shaped his path. EA also breaks down the inside stories behind his biggest records: how Bumper Like Rain sat for years before release, how Overdue was born during a difficult period, and how No Habla became a year-round anthem and a symbol of his “no seasons” philosophy.He explains what the industry used to be, what it is now, and why soca must move beyond its Carnival dependency. We talk childhood competitions, the pressures of Junior Monarch, writing over 40 songs in a year, navigating disappointment, creating timeless grooves, and building a loyal fan base outside the season.Erphaan also shares bold insights on identity, influence, spirituality, artistry, musical education, and the evolution of Trinidad and Tobago culture — with powerful reflections on legacy, discipline, humility, inspiration, and staying true to himself.Topics Include:– Growing up around Calypso & Soca legends– The influence of Bunji Garlin, Shadow, Kitchener & Scrunter– EA's father's role, sacrifices, and guidance– The story of EA's early start, competitions & mentorship– How writing hit songs opened industry doors– In Your Eyes, Bumper Like Rain, Overdue, No Abla, Spirit, Background– The creative process: melodies, inspiration, destiny & discipline– Why “No Seasons” is vital for soca's future– Building Team EA and his own cultural ecosystem– Navigating fame, pressure, expectations & evolution– EA's views on purpose, influence, authenticity & growth– Behind-the-scenes stories with Machel, Kes, Shal, Blacks & more– Calypso vs Soca, legacy, education & Caribbean identity– The deeper meaning behind Mas Go Play and EA's storytellingThis episode is a masterclass in artistry, discipline, culture, and the journey of a modern Caribbean creative.Click the link in my bio for the full episode.#coriesheppardpodcast #ErphaanAlves #soca #trinidadandtobago #caribbeanculture #podcast
This week's episode features my dear friend and returning guest, Joaly Trinidad—co-founder of Root and Wisdom and Sacred Roots Foundation. As a ceremonialist with a background in counseling, she weaves sound, breathwork, and movement to guide others on their return to their truest nature.On the show Joaly opens up about her journey into motherhood. Together we explore common themes amongst mothers: anxiety and fear around birth, how her birth plan transformed, how she worked with fear and surrendered her sense of control, mom guilt, and the sense of waiting for the other shoe to drop. Her story speaks to women everywhere.My hope is that this conversation helps mothers feel less alone and reminds them that their stories matter.Highlights: How to use a pendulum to play a witchy game Jo played as a child to predict how many children she'd haveHow plant sacraments such as San Pedro supported her daughter's conception and birthThe paradigm shift between her indigenous midwives and a hospital team when they collaborated for the first time to support her C-section Jo's parenting approach based on philosophies such as the Buddhist Five RemembrancesConnect with Jo: www.rootandwisdom.comwww.sacredrootsfoundation.comInstagram: joalytrinidad , rootandwisdom If you'd like to connect with Stephanie, you can find her here:Instagram-@schoolofwhispers @__steef___ email-schoolofwhispers@gmail.com If you'd like to learn more about working with me, feel free to reach out via email or social media. Website to come soon! DISCLAIMER: This podcast is presented for educational and exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for diagnosing or treating any illness. Those responsible for this show disclaim responsibility for any possible adverse effects from the use of information presented by Stephanie or her guests.
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Luis Rendueles, en esta ocasion sin Manu Marlasca, ha explicado en Mas de uno las ultimas novedades en la busqueda, con su marido, Antonio Da Silva, como el principal sospechoso de los investigadores.
Welcome to a new month, and to the last of 2025! This here is DAY 36 ☕️ FIRST BOOK — GEC Truth Study " s t u d y " December 1, 2025.Thank you!⎯JC. ★ Support this podcast ★
The seemingly unstoppable rise of “big data” and Artificial Intelligence is reshaping and destabilising the global economy. But where do small islands fit into this? Could digital technologies like AI level the playing field, or do they represent a new form of technocolonialism? Can Small Island Developing States (SIDS) embed them quickly enough to benefit from new economic opportunities, or are they likely to be left further behind? In this episode, Emily and Matt speak to a number of experts grappling with these kinds of questions. In our "Island Voices" segment Kunal Singh from Fiji talks about the impact of AI on climate finance. We then break down the issue with Preeya Mohan from Trinidad and Courtney Lindsay from Jamaica in our “Explainer”. Next, in the “Big Picture” we speak to Külli Sarapuu, from Estonia, and Donald Baldeosingh from Trinidad, two people who are grappling with the public policy implications of digitalisation. Finally, in “No Stupid Questions”, Emily and Matt ask whether the risks of AI are overstated by critics. Featuring:Emily Wilkinson (host) | RESI Director and Principal Research Fellow at ODI GlobalMatthew Bishop (host) | RESI Director and Senior Lecturer at the University of SheffieldKunal Singh | Climate Finance Access Network (CFAN) Advisor, Pacific Community (SPC)Preeya Mohan | Senior Fellow, Sir Arthur Lewis Institute of Social and Economic Studies, University of the West IndiesCourtney Lindsay | RESI Director and Senior Research Officer, ODI GlobalKülli Sarapuu | Associate Professor, Tallinn University of TechnologyDonald Baldeosingh | Founder, Carbon Zero Institute of Trinidad and TobagoResources:Programme page | Resilient and Sustainable Islands Initiative (RESI)Kunal's LinkedIn page| Kunal SinghPreeya and Courtney's report | Engines of Growth: Building Knowledge Economies in SIDSAnother blog they wrote with Emily | Why SIDS need to act quickly on AIPreeya's university webpage | Dr Preeya MohanDonald's CZITT webpage | Carbon Zero Institute of T&TKülli's university webpage | Dr Külli SarapuuAn important UN report | Small Island Digital States Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Luis Rendueles, en esta ocasion sin Manu Marlasca, ha explicado en Mas de uno las ultimas novedades en la busqueda, con su marido, Antonio Da Silva, como el principal sospechoso de los investigadores.
Happy Sunday! God bless you dear friend. This talk here is rather deep, and may not be understandable, I truly gave my best, though. LETTER 0331 "Hope"
Sheinbaum ofreció embajada a Gertz Manero Asesinan a representante agrario en Jalisco EU instala radar cerca de Venezuela, confirma Trinidad y Tobago Más información en nuestro podcast
God bless you friend! Thank you for receiving Jesus Christ as your Saviour and Lord, born again of the Spirit. Amen. This here is DAY 35 ☕️ FIRST BOOK — GEC Truth Study " s t u d y " November 28, 2025. Thank you!⎯JC. ★ Support this podcast ★
Dirigido y moderado por José Luis Arranz. En este episodio 'Especial Mamá Quiero Ser Artista' nos acompañan Pablo Báez, Vito Lorente, Adolfo Santos y Ángel Caparrós. Opinión, debate y entretenimiento. Buena compañía y buena conversación. Episodio callejero desde... La Casa Amarilla · Casa Socorro - Plaza de Doña Trinidad, 12 · 29007-Málaga En directo el... 18 de noviembre de 2025'Podcasteando con amigos' en... WhatsApp: https://www.podcasteando.es/agoraInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/podcasteandoconamigos Conócenos mejor... VITO LORENTE es un actor malagueño. Formado en interpretación, con el añadido de interpretación frente a la cámara y conocimiento en dirección de actores. Actualmente cursa interpretación musical en la ESAD de Málaga.Ha participado en varios cortometrajes para festivales de cine. Y también ha tocado el campo de teatro musical, participando en varios musicales como personaje y elenco.PABLO BÁEZ es un joven actor e improvisador malagueño que estudia interpretación textual en la ESAD de Málaga. Intenta hacerse un huequillo en este mundo moviéndose en to' los fregaos y teniendo muy poca vergüenza pa' conseguir shows de vez en cuando. JOSÉ LUIS ARRANZ SALAS (Málaga, 1968) es Informático y Comunicador. Cuenta con más de 30 años de experiencia profesional en los diferentes sectores de las Tecnologías de la Información, la comunicación y la docencia. Docente vocacional ha impartido cursos en distintos centros y universidades. Es emprendedor en Celinet Soluciones Informáticas. Entrevistador en Entrevistas a Personas Interesantes (Mejor Blog de Actualidad en los Premios 20 Blogs de 20 Minutos). Instagramer y YouTuber en En directo con amigos. Podcaster en Podcasteando con amigos. Articulista en Mentes Inquietas y otros medios físicos y digitales. ADOLFO SANTOS FLORIDO (Málaga, 1968) es Informático, padre y talibán del asfalto. Cuenta con más de 25 años de experiencia en TIC y especialmente en el Tráfico y la Seguridad Vial con mayúsculas, tema donde piensa que aún no se ha hecho ni innovado lo suficiente. Enamorado de su familia, del Software Libre, de la movilidad sostenible y de los desplazamientos en bicicleta, sueña que algún día será posible atravesar Europa dando pedales con las máximas garantías.ÁNGEL CAPARRÓS VEREDA (Málaga, 1968) es Informático, administrador de sistemas, especializado en diseño y programación de equipamientos electrónicos de automoción, control de acceso, flotas, laboratorios y observatorios astronómicos. Astrófilo desde que vió unos puntos brillantes en el cielo, y constructor de telescopios desde que aprendió a usar la sierra y el martillo. Ha diseñado equipos de software y hardware abierto orientados al control de telescopios y la astrofotografía que, para su sorpresa, aún siguen siendo construidos y usados por aficionados en todo el mundo. Afortunado padre de dos niñas, ignora felizmente todo lo relacionado con el fútbol profesional.Disclaimer: Las opiniones vertidas en este podcast las realiza cada contertulio a título personal. La responsabilidad, a todos los efectos, de todo lo dicho es exclusiva de esa persona.
¡Fashion Tribe! ¿Cuántas veces has sentido frustración al ver cómo se romantiza trabajar en la industria de la moda sin hablar realmente de todo lo que hay detrás?En este episodio de Caminos a la Moda, nuestra founder Ale Robles, Clau Morales y Jesús Ayala (Speaker de Moda) ponen las cartas sobre la mesa. Quédate para escuchar cómo nos comparten su experiencia como profesionales del sector, desmontan las ideas erróneas que existen sobre trabajar en moda y cuentan cómo han logrado abrirse camino gracias a su pasión y perseverancia.Conoce más sobre nuestros invitados en sus redes: @claudiamorgaa @speakerdemodaNo te pierdas la parte 2, disponible muy pronto en Caminos a la Moda ✨Y recuerda, si buscas una consultoría 1:1 para tu negocio de moda, puedes escribirnos al +52 221 920 8720 o contacto@marketingalamoda.com¡Síguenos en Instagram (@marketingalamodamx), TikTok (@marketingalamoda.mx) y LinkedIn (@marketingalamodamx) para más contenido de fashion marketing!
A shorter than usual holiday-tinged soca catch-up with talk on a sudden venue ban in Trinidad, a sold-out Brawlin in London, and a groovy song of the month. • Details of the Port of Spain venue ban and backlash• Brawlin's sell-out story and turning people away at capacity• Bajan Independence mix curation and track selection discipline• song of the month: Machel Montano x Tano's Compromise in groovy seasonAnd as Nytro says: Make sure you check out Soca Chronicles, tag a friend, tell a friend, share the podcast, let people know that this exists because it's good for the culture, it's good for the vibe, it's good for the energy, it's educational, it's fun, it's funny, it's banterful, and it's good for you to just know a little bit about the people that's making your music and the people that you're involved with listening to.Link to DJ Jels Parang Mix: https://soundcloud.com/jelinthemix/soca-parang-mix-dj-jel-classics-vol-2
Angostura Bitters is the essential ingredient in many cocktails, including the Wisconsin staple, the Old Fashioned. And it is the concoction that made Nelsen's Hall and Washington Island famous. But the company and the beverage have always been a bit of a mystery. Robert Simonson, cocktail writer for the New York Times, journeyed to the distillery in Trinidad to get answers about Angostura, and even found some. His story about the journey appears in the winter edition of Door County Living. He joins Myles Dannhausen Jr. to talk bitters, the rebirth of cocktails, and the evolution of the bartending craft.
This week's special Thanksgiving episode of the En Factor features oncology nurse and book author Pamela Baptiste, who was a pleasure to have on the show. Pamela's journey began on the Caribbean island of Trinidad where her hardworking and resilient mindset was built by the positive and inspiring influence of her parents. She always wanted to be a nurse growing up, as she was inspired by the compassion and care that she saw from other nurses at a young age. Her lifelong dream became a reality after moving to New York for nursing school and becoming a registered nurse at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center where she spent more than 20 years working. Continuously driven by her passion for not only dealing with patients' symptoms and diseases, but also reinforcing their spirit and mindset, Pamela found her way to Tampa, Florida where she has been a RN for Moffit Cancer Center ever since. Throughout her professional journey and as you will hear throughout today's episode, Pamela's career and mission always has had gratitude, mentorship, and giving back at the forefront. These qualities and Pamela's inspiring journey of building her career coming from another country and working tirelessly all while raising her daughter led her to wanting to inspire and fuel the fire for other nurses that are on their own journeys. And one of the results of her philanthropic mindset was becoming an author and publishing her own book, The Flame Within, written to encourage and help guide aspiring and practicing nurses on their journeys. You won't want to miss a moment of Pamela's amazing story and impactful advice, as she and Dr. Rebecca White dig into topics of conversation including how her upbringing in Trinidad shaped her mission and mindset, technological factors that are driving more nurses to become entrepreneurial, and the importance of gratitude and giving back to others and your community. Connect with Pamela on LinkedIn here! https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamela-baptiste-msn-rn-ocn-575986161/ Check out Pamela's book, The Flame Within, on Amazon! https://www.amazon.com/Flame-Within-Channels-Nursing-Passion-ebook/dp/B0CW1HM1B7/ref=sr_1_1?crid=FBMU1Q6KWYBA&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.3rb1k7_bxZe3AScpwT4mZL-2SQ_eP16CQJNbkCZkuno.h4D-SBHnmSGTOR1LlZcO4jmMO9pylx_6tHkU5qWYrVE&dib_tag=se&keywords=the+flame+within+pamela+baptiste&qid=1764116720&sprefix=the+flame+within+pamela+baptiste%2Caps%2C118&sr=8-1 Key Words - Healthcare, Gratitude
Of all contest entries, Bush Bath is perhaps the embodiment of the 2025 festival contest theme, Remedies of Root. Penned by Brandon McIvor, it traces a man on a visit to Trinidad to see his dying mother, who abandoned him as a child. He delays the meeting, instead taking a symbolic "bush bath" in a forest pool to cleanse his pain. There, a recovered memory reveals his mother didn't save him from danger, but first let him go. As the story unfolds, McIvor's main character must decide whether to confront her with this painful truth or offer her peace. Brandon Mc Ivor was born and raised in Trinidad and Tobago and holds a BSc in English Literature from New York University. He currently teaches English in Ehime, Japan, while continuing to build a literary practice that explores the craft and circulation of storytelling. His work has appeared in The Caribbean Writer and in Akashic Books' flash fiction series, among other publications. He was also shortlisted for the Commonwealth Short Fiction Prize in 2020 for his work Finger, Spinster, Serial Killer. Both writer and marketer, Mc Ivor is deeply interested in the forms and voices through which stories are told, seeking to move audiences through fiction, poetry, and creative communication alike.
In our November 2025 Community Chat, and with members of the Caribbean tech community, ICT Consultant Natalie Maharaj of Trinidad and Tobago, and Dr Lyndell St. Ville of Saint Lucia and the tech firm Datashore, the panel discusses: * the imperative of implementing digital ID systems in the Caribbean region; * the current state of AI governance; and * cloud versus local or on-premises facilities and services in the Caribbean. 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 ---------------
Los mandamientos no son un capricho de Dios sino que parten de su bondad. Él que es Creador, marca el camino del bien que son sus mandamientos. El P. Félix López, SHM, en este podcast de «Cómo van a creer», reflexiona sobre esta afirmación de Jesús: «El que me ama guardará mi palabra, mi Padre le amará y haremos en Él nuestra morada (Jn 14,23)». Y nos exhorta a no vivir volcados hacia afuera sino pendientes de Dios que ha querido habitar en cada uno.
Happy Thanksgiving dearly beloved, may you really enjoy your family and friends at this time. This here is DAY 33 ☕️ FIRST BOOK — GEC Truth Study " s t u d y " November 26, 2025. Thank you!⎯JC. ★ Support this podcast ★
The United States and Venezuela are facing growing tension in the Caribbean, especially as drug-smuggling boats lead to more military activity. In this lesson, you'll learn 25 important vocabulary words that explain what's happening—and help you understand English news more easily.✅ Speak Better English With Me https://brentspeak.as.me/ Use code Fall15 for 15% off.
Greetings dear friend, thank you kindly for giving your time to be here, DAY 32 ☕️ FIRST BOOK — GEC Truth Study " s t u d y " November 25, 2025. May there be value and benefit for you and your life. Amen!⎯JC. ★ Support this podcast ★
Thanksgiving when cruising can be challenging. Today I look at past celebrations aboard. Summary: Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday. This year, however, we're 5000 miles away from home. It could be easy to feel sad about missing family, but it also brings back memories. I associate Thanksgiving with a feeling of abundance. It's not just abou the food, but about the company. And it's the people we've shared past Thanksgivings with on the that come to mind at this time of year. Our first holiday aboard, we tied up to my family's dock and enjoyed a restaurant meal. We've celebrated the season in Trinidad, the Bahamas, off the coast of Beaufort, and drove 1000 miles the next year to celebrate with family. Last year, we celebrated Thanksgiving in the Bahamas again, and this year, we're in the Tuamotus. We may not find the provisions we associate with the holidays. But I'm sure our potluck with friends in the next atoll over will be fun just the same. The food will be delicious and the company entertaining. I'm sure it will be a Thanksgiving to remember. For more details, listen to the complete podcast or read the transcript. Subscribe to the Boat Galley Newsletter! - https://theboatgalley.com/newsletter-signup-2 Links: Mustard carrot recipe - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y2fpir4YqkU Nica email - nica@fit2sail.com Carolyn email - carolyn@theboatgalley.com The Boat Galley podcast is sponsored by FastSeas.com. Plan your next passage using FastSeas.com. Whether you are after speed or comfort, FastSeas will find the optimum route to your destination. FastSeas - making weather routing simple. Use coupon code GALLEY for an exclusive 10% discount. Click to see all podcast sponsors, past and present. - https://bit.ly/3idXto7 Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig
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Lennie James is a British actor and writer. In 2025, he received the BAFTA for Leading Actor for his portrayal of Barrington Walker in the TV adaptation of Bernadine Evaristo's novel Mr. Loverman.This award adds to his collection, which also includes accolades for writing. At seventeen, he wrote Trial and Error and won the National Youth Theatre–Texaco Playwriting Competition, earning the title of Most Prominent Playwright Under 21.For a decade, Lennie played Morgan Jones in The Walking Dead and its spin-off Fear the Walking Dead, gaining such global recognition that he was even recognised by Vatican guards.He also created and starred in the critically acclaimed Sky Atlantic drama Save Me, which premiered in 2018. Its second season, Save Me Too, won the BAFTA TV Award for Best Drama Series in 2021.Raised by his mother Phyllis, who emigrated from Trinidad to work as a nurse, Lennie faced hardship after her death when he was eleven. He and his brother Kestor were placed in a children's home, and later Lennie moved into foster care after the home was sold by Wandsworth Council.Encouraged by a youth theatre group, Lennie pursued acting and later trained at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London.He met his wife, Giselle, at seventeen in the same youth theatre group. They have three daughters and divide their time between the US and the UK.DISC ONE: Touch The Hem Of His Garment - Gene Martin DISC TWO: I Found Lovin' - Fatback Band DISC THREE: Doesn't Make It Alright - The Specials DISC FOUR: Living For The City - Stevie Wonder DISC FIVE: Any Old Time - Artie Shaw and his Orchestra with Billie Holiday DISC SIX: For me... Formidable - Charles Aznavour DISC SEVEN: Champagne Supernova - Oasis DISC EIGHT: Try a Little Tenderness - Otis Redding BOOK CHOICE: The Collected Novels of Toni Morrison LUXURY ITEM: A guitar CASTAWAY'S FAVOURITE: For me... Formidable - Charles Aznavour Presenter: Lauren Laverne Producer: Sarah TaylorDesert Island Discs has cast many actors and writers away including the author of Mr. Loverman, Booker Prize winner Bernadine Evaristo and the creator of Line of Duty, Jed Mercurio. You can hear their programmes if you search through BBC Sounds or our own Desert Island Discs website.
Tis the season for soca parang and we explore the classics of the tradition from Trinidad & Tobago
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The news was messy this week and I'm here to unpack it all so you don't have to pretend you understand what's happening. Trump signs the Epstein files bill, giving the DOJ 30 days to release sensitive documents, then drops support for Marjorie Taylor Greene, and fresh details surface in Matt Gaetz's controversial case. Elon Musk claims his robots could replace surgeons and revolutionize healthcare, while the Dept. of Education proposes removing graduate nursing and other health programs from professional degree lists. The Trump administration plans SNAP reapplications to curb fraud, and a pardoned Jan 6 rioter faces new legal trouble. We cover major legal developments, including O.J. Simpson's estate paying $58M to Ron Goldman's family, and high-profile arrests like RHOP alum Mia Thornton allegedly stealing $11K in furniture. Plus, Porsha Williams involved in a Delta flight altercation, Nicki Minaj speaks at the UN regarding Nigeria while the U.S. military operations impact Trinidad, her home country, and Haiti's historic return to the World Cup after 51 years. Tune in for a whirlwind of current events. IG: itswista Podcast IG: wordswithwista SubStack: wordswithwista
John Maytham speaks to Jeanette Sutherland, Trinidad and Tobago-born curator of WILD Feast and founder of AgriLuxe Marketing, who champions indigenous crops as climate-smart, nutrient-rich, and economically empowering. Jeanette believes food can be a tool for sovereignty and sustainability — and she’s proving it, one plate at a time. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
God bless you friend! It's a great day in Jesus Christ, the Lamb of God. Amen. This is DAY 30 ☕️ FIRST BOOK — GEC Truth Study " s t u d y " November 21, 2025. Thank you!⎯JC. ★ Support this podcast ★
It's Christmas in Trinidad and Tobago Tracklist:1) Baron - Come Go [DJ Prodigy Live Refix]2) Baron - Paranning Night & Day3) Scrunter - Eat Sum Before Yuh Go (Eat Something)4) Kenny J - Hush Yuh Mount [DJ Prodigy Live Refix]5) Scrunter - Mah Jeffrey6) Leon Coldero - Bottle and Spoon Jam7) Baron - Neighbour Oye [DJ Prodigy Live Refix]8) Ricky Jai - Christmas 9) Baron - It's Christmas 10) Baron - It's Christmas Again11) Baron - Spainsh Woman 12) Kenny J - Alexzander [Ah Want A Lick ] 13) Kenny J - Paint Brush14) Bindley Benjamin - Santa Looking For A Wife15) Da Spirits - Black Cake and Sorrel [DJ Prodigy Live Refix]16) Singing Sandra - Paramin 17) Sprangalang - Poppits18) Scrunter - Homemade19) Scrunter - That Eh Working Here Tonight20) Poser - Take Ah Drink21) Kenny J - It's Christmas Everywhere [DJ Prodigy Live Refix]22) Scrunter - Merry Christmas [DJ Prodigy Live Refix]23) Susan Macio - We Come Out To Dance24) Marcia Miranda - Gimme Love Fuh Xmas25) Susan Macio - Daisy Gone26) Singing Francine - Parang Parang Parang27) H2O Phlo X Scrunter - Christmas With You28) Sprangalang - Bring Drinks29) Bongo Spear - Season It30) Scrunter - Piece Ah Pork31) Machel Mantano - Soca Santa 32) Baron - Felize Navidad33) Sugar Aloes - Black Cake34) Crazy - Yvonne35) Kenny J - Cork In She Hand36) Mracy - Bring Out De Ham 37) Baron - De Sweetest Christmas Lime (Feat. H2o Phlo)38) Ziggy Rankin - Caroline 39) General Grant - House to House 40) Preacher - Bring Sips 40) Ghetto Flex - Sweet Wine41) Godfrey Reed - Joy 42) Lil Bitts - Esta Fiesta 43) Blazer - Tantie Eulyn [DJ Prodigy Live Refix]44) Scrunter - Parang De Wrong House45) Walter Tayler - Coro Coro
This week's show features stories from France 24, Radio Deutsche-Welle, NHK Japan, and Radio Havana Cuba. http://youthspeaksout.net/swr251121.mp3 (29:00) From FRANCE- Talk of a secret peace plan for Ukraine negotiated by the US and Russia angered many European leaders. The day before French President Macron and Zelensky announced an agreement for Ukraine to buy 100 French top end fighter jets. A review of British papers commenting on what is being called the most sweeping asylum policy overhaul of modern times, making it much tougher on refugees in the UK. From GERMANY- UN climate talks at COP30 in Brazil have drawn thousands of activists from around the world. Their demand is for real action, not just words on climate justice and change. A report by Tim Schauenberg on the scope of the protests and whether they are having an effect on the direction of the conference. From JAPAN- The new PM of Japan, Sanae Takaichi, created serious tension with China by suggesting that a Chinese attack on Taiwan would threaten Japan. China had agreed to import Japanese seafood recently but stopped after the PMs remarks on Taiwan. Toyota will invest nearly a $ billion in 5 factories making hybrid and electric cars in the US. The Israeli military killed 13 people at a Palestinian refugee camp in Lebanon. Israel carried out aerial attacks across Gaza on Wednesday killing 25. From CUBA- Venezuelan President Maduro criticized the President of Trinidad and Tobago for allowing the installation of US military on their territory 15 km from Venezuela. The UN Security Council approved a US plan for a so-called stabilization force in Gaza, directed by a Board of Peace chaired by Trump- Russia denounced the plan which has no Palestinian input. Available in 3 forms- (new) HIGHEST QUALITY (160kb)(33MB), broadcast quality (13MB), and quickdownload or streaming form (6MB) (28:59) Links at outfarpress.com/shortwave.shtml PODCAST!!!- https://feed.podbean.com/outFarpress/feed.xml (160kb Highest Quality) Website Page- < http://www.outfarpress.com/shortwave.shtml ¡FurthuR! Dan Roberts "Our number one enemy is ignorance. And I believe that is the number one enemy for everyone- not understanding what is actually going on in the world." --Julian Assange Dan Roberts Shortwave Report- www.outfarpress.com YouthSpeaksOut!- www.youthspeaksout.net
PREVIEW Counterinsurgency Challenges and Narcoterrorism Threats Post-Intervention in Venezuela. Colonel Jeff McClausen, United States Army retired, examines the serious counterinsurgency challenges the US would face 50 days or 50 weeks after a potential Venezuelan intervention. The threat comes from narcoterrorism gangs operating from sanctuaries in neighboring countries like Colombia, Ecuador, or Brazil, who might use IEDs in the jungle if their livelihood is threatened. Colonel McClausen notes that while US forces fought in Iraq and Afghanistan, the focus has shifted to large-scale conventional warfare, leading to a loss of specialized counterinsurgency experience. Guest: Colonel Jeff McClausen.1950 TRINIDAD & TOBAGO
A note that the audio for this episode isn't the best it could be. We had a few internet connectivity issues and Julian, our editor, did his best with what I gave him.Folkrist and author Mark Norman of The Folklore Podcast joined me this month to talk about reading and collecting folklore, publishing on niche topics (including pop-culture folklore), and what draws us to the darker stories of the past and present.You can find out more about Mark's most recent book Hallowed Ground: The Folklore of Churches and Churchyards (Crossed Crow) and all of his many project including the podcast and his nonprofit, The Folklore Archives, on his website. Though Mark sells his books directly from his online shop in the UK, he advises US readers to purchase locally, unless of course you'd like it signed.WitchLit listeners receive 15% off their purchases at La Panthére Studio with the code WITCHLIT.Please support Black, Indigenous, queer, trans, and women-owned, local, independent bookstores and occult shops.Transcripts of all episodes are available at witchlitpod.com.Support WitchLit by using our affiliate link to purchase books from Bookshop.org or buy us a coffee on Ko-fi. Please follow us on BlueSky for episode updates.You can also support WitchLit by purchasing books published by 1000Volt Press. Our latest release is Pagan Roots: Reclaiming Concepts of the Sacred by Yvonne Aburrow available wherever you buy books. Death in the Dry River, a crime novella set in 1930s colonial Trinidad, by Lisa Allen-Agostini is out now and available to order wherever you buy books or direct from 1000Volt Press.The award-winning books Changing Paths by Yvonne Aburrow and Conjuring the Commonplace by Laine Fuller & Cory Thomas Hutcheson are both available from 1000Volt Press or to order wherever you buy books.My book, Verona Green, is available in all the usual places. Autographed copies are also available from 1000Volt Press.
‘Please Take One' follows Lloyd, an elderly resident of Chaguanas, as he embarks on a series of desperate attempts to capture the attention of an aloof supermarket clerk. Portia Subran is a writer and artist from Chaguanas, Trinidad and Tobago.
On a hill overlooking Bell Village sits the Changoor farm, where Dalton and Marlee Changoor live in luxury unrecognisable to those who reside in the farm's shadow. Down below is the barrack, a ramshackle building of wood and tin, divided into rooms occupied by whole families. Among these families are the Saroops - Hans, Shweta, and their son, Krishna, who live hard lives of backbreaking work, grinding poverty and devotion to faith.When Dalton Changoor goes missing and Marlee's safety is compromised, farmhand Hans is lured by the promise of a handsome stipend to move to the farm as watchman. But as the mystery of Dalton's disappearance unfolds their lives become hellishly entwined, and the small community altered forever.Hungry Ghosts is a mesmerising novel about violence, religion, family and class, rooted in the wild and pastoral landscape of colonial central Trinidad.Kevin Jared Hosein is the author, most recently, of Hungry Ghosts, fiction winner of the 2024 OCM Bocas Prize and the Walter Scott Prize for Historical Fiction. It had also been longlisted for the Dylan Thomas Prize. He is a two-time winner of the Commonwealth Short Story Prize, regionally in 2015 and overall in 2018. His writing has been published in numerous outlets and anthologies, and he now writes full-time from his home in Trinidad and Tobago.
Rewilding reconnects people to a regenerative relationship with the lands where we dwell. Many people live lives that are dramatically linked to technological modernity. A return to a less technologically dependent life is not possible (for them). Solar Punk offers a potential “transition” type of living that could help soften the blow of a collapsing industrial technological system–or may even represent a kind of sustainable futurism. To talk with me today about this is Andrew Sage. Andrew is a passionate writer, artist, and YouTuber hailing from the vibrant island nation of Trinidad & Tobago. As an ardent anarchist and firm believer in power to the people, Andrew has dedicated his efforts to invigorating imaginations and encouraging people to create a better world in the shell of the old.Notes:Andrew's YouTubeAndrew's WebsiteThe Problem with CivilisationWe Need To Be More Tech CriticalAnnual North American Rewilding ConferenceBeyond Civilization by Daniel QuinnMartin Prechtel InterviewPeter Gelderloos; We have all the solutionsSupport the show
Send us a textDominic Kalipersad joins us for a reflective, insightful conversation on communication, journalism, professionalism, language, and how Trinidad and Tobago is adapting to new media in the 21st century.With 50 years across television, radio, print, and now digital platforms, Dominic shares what he's learned about speaking with clarity, communicating with purpose, and educating through media — from his early days as a teacher, to TTT, to radio, to his long-form Instagram storytelling.We explore how traditional media has changed, why social media must now be taken seriously, the role of language in identity, and how young people are engaging with history in new ways. Dominic also opens up about newsroom culture, mentorship, innovation, handling criticism, and why good communication still matters in every part of our lives.This episode moves from professional lessons to national memory. Dominic reflects on major moments in T&T's media landscape, including newsroom evolution, the shift in public expectations, and what it means to remain grounded, informed, and adaptable in a rapidly changing communication era.Whether you're a communicator, student, journalist, or simply someone who values thoughtful conversations about our country, this episode offers timeless lessons in clarity, confidence, and growth.Key TopicsAdapting to new media and digital platformsCommunication and professionalism in everyday lifeHow traditional and social media intersectThe role of language in identity and understandingTeaching, mentorship, and lifelong learningThe evolution of journalism in Trinidad & TobagoYoung people, curiosity, and historical rediscoveryMedia responsibility, storytelling, and public trustPersonal experiences across radio, print, and televisionBuilding confidence and presence on camera
Nestled in the mountains of Tennessee stands Brushy Mountain, where many dangerous men called home, including a notorious serial killer and the man who killed MLK Jr. CREDITS & LINKS MUSIC COURTESY OF: Bobby Mackey "Johanna" Alien Manner "Listen Official" CITY SHOUT OUT:
This week, War Secretary Pete Hegseth announced the launch of 'Operation Southern Spear', a new and more intense mission targeting narco-terror networks all across Latin America. It comes just days after the Pentagon's largest aircraft carrier, the USS Gerald R Ford, moved into the region. Also announced, more complex training in Trinidad and Tobago which adds land training already happening in both Puerto Rico and Panama. FOX's Eben Brown speaks with Dr. Rebecca Grant, national security analyst based in Washington, DC and the Vice President of the Lexington Institute, who says explains the significance of this intensified build-up of military assets in the region. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ray Hamilton is the founder and CEO of Merf Music Group and Song Placement Pros, renowned for connecting songwriters with major-label artists and sync opportunities across film, TV, and streaming. His development work has led to placements with Miranda Lambert, Ashley McBryde, Trisha Yearwood, and Eric Church. Joining him are two of his standout collaborators—Addis Luv, a Trinidad-born artist blending Caribbean roots with modern country flair, and Kris Heaton, a veteran rock/pop songwriter whose charting hits and heartfelt storytelling define his decades-long career.In this episode, Ray Hamilton, Addis Luv, and Kris Heaton share how collaboration, mentorship, and persistence can take a song from an independent idea to major placements and global audiences.Key Takeaways:How Merf Music Group and Song Placement Pros turn songwriting potential into placement-ready success stories.The artist's journey—from Addis Luv's Caribbean-country sound to Kris Heaton's rock storytelling—and how authentic expression attracts industry attention.Actionable advice on pitching songs, navigating sync and label placements, and building career momentum through mentorship.---→ Learn more about Ray, Addis and Kris at: SongPlacementPros.com.Book an Artist Breakthrough Session with the Modern Musician team: https://apply.modernmusician.me/podcast
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced that she will retire after nearly 40 years in Congress. The San Francisco Chronicle reports on how she led the Democratic Party during some of its best and worst times. Trinidad and Tobago’s prime minister is backing Trump’s strikes against suspected drug boats in the Caribbean. The Wall Street Journal’s Kejal Vyas breaks down why it’s a big risk for the dual-island nation. Millions of sports fans who subscribe to YouTubeTV can’t access ESPN because of a dispute over carriage fees. CNBC reports on the arguments from both sides. Plus, Tesla shareholders valued Elon Musk at a potential $1 trillion in a record-setting pay package, what’s next after a judge ruled SNAP benefits must be fully funded, and a big security failure in the Louvre heist case. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.
US Military Buildup Near Venezuela and Opposition Support for Action. Ernesto Araújo and Alejandro Peña Esclusa discuss the unprecedented US military buildup at the former Roosevelt Roads Naval Base in Puerto Rico, interpreted as preparations for action against Venezuela. Peña Esclusa clarifies that the true Venezuelan opposition, led by María Corina Machado (who won 93% of the primary vote), supports US action against the Maduro drug cartel. Araújo asserts that this is viewed regionally as a "crusade against organized crime," not an invasion, and would be welcomed by people tired of instability. This credible threat is already pressuring Venezuelan military officials to negotiate Maduro's exiIT. 1902 TRINIDAD