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Today In History with The RetrospectorsThe Slave RebellionNat Turner, leader of the deadliest slave rebellion in U.S. history, was captured on 30th October, 1831. For over two months, he’d hidden out in the woods of Virginia, having led a violent uprising that terrified white Southerners and electrified the enslaved population. When finally caught, by farmer Benjamin Phipps, Turner was armed only with a sword and a few branches.
Born into slavery in 1800, Turner was marked from birth - literally - with mysterious symbols on his chest that his family interpreted as a sign from God. A prodigious reader and deeply religious, he became kn...
2025-10-3013 min
Looking to Score: A Movie Score PodcastSeason 4 - Episode 2: Alexandre Desplat and Elegance, Depth, and AdaptabilityBrett and Breanne discuss Alexandre Desplat's ability to be adaptable when composing throughout various genres while still maintaining elegance and depth.Companion episode playlistScores mentioned on this episode:LICENSE TO KILL (Michael Kamen)THE CROWN (Season 3, Martin Phipps)HOSTAGEFIREWALLTHE OUTFITGODZILLATHE LIGHT BETWEEN OCEANSTHE PAINTED VEILTHE SHAPE OF WATERLUST, CAUTIONTHE CURIOUS CASE OF BENJAMIN BUTTONFANTASTIC MR FOXTHE GRAND BUDAPEST HOTELTHE GHOST WRITERTHE IDES OF MARCH...
2025-07-0850 min
The Complete Story // Bott Radio NetworkGod Bless AmericaFeatured Audio: Kelly Shackleford of First Liberty sharing thoughts at the first meeting of Pres Trump’s Religious Liberty Commission; The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association’s Rapid Response Team offered support during the recent LA ICE Protests; PM Benjamin Netanyahu spoke directly to the people of Iran; Pres Trump lauded the accomplishments of Netanyahu, the IDF, and the US Military…and gave glory to God; Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth gave glory to God during Pentagon press conference; “God Bless America”–Wintley Phipps; Iranian believer gives his testimony and talks about how God is moving in Iran; Joint Chiefs Chairman Dan “Razin’”...
2025-06-2727 min
Platform and PossibilitiesInterview with Brenda Foreman, former Consul General for St. Kitts and NevisBrenda is a distinguished business leader, radio host, lecturer, publisher, award winning activist and educator. She was born in St. Kitts-Nevis and attended the Cayon Primary and High School. She has become a tireless advocate for cultural diplomacy and representation. She's also the CEO of her Toronto, Canada based consulting firm, BStyled and she's been instrumental in shaping Toronto' Caribbean and African Diasporic communities. She's an outspoken champion of human rights and reparatory justice for Africans and Afro descendants. As a former Consul General based in Toronto Canada, Brenda has been at the helm of many initiatives, including promoting...
2025-05-0632 min
The Steel City ChurchSoli Deo Gloria: God's Glory Alone | Solas | Jacob Creighton | April 27In this transformative sermon, Jacob Creighton unpacks the profound concept of Soli Deo Gloria (Glory to God Alone) through Romans 11:33-36. The message explores three key aspects of experiencing God's glory:Wonder: Recognizing the incomprehensible depth of God's wisdom and knowledgeWorship: Shifting focus from self to God as the center of praiseSurrender: Acknowledging that all things are from, through, and to GodHighlights include:A personal reflection on the vastness of God's gloryChallenging insights about pride and spiritual awarenessPowerful examples of surrendering to God's purposesAn invitation to reimagine life through the lens of God's gloryThe sermon concludes with a compelling...
2025-04-2737 minPlatform and PossibilitiesAuthor Patricia Welsh publishes Is This Love? (FINDING JANE Book 2)Patricia Welsh has published her second book in the Finding Jane series, entitled, Is This Love? (FINDING JANE).Is This Love? is part of a trilogy Welsh envisioned long before she penned her first book from which themes such as Alzheimer's, family relationships, friendships, spousal abuse, and of course love ring through.In the second book, Welsh spotlights Richard, a handsome, wealthy bachelor who sweeps Jane off her feet with his blunt arrogance and charm. Jane falls in love with Richard and decides to give love a second chance. Landon, her fiancée, featured in book 1, passed away tragically a...
2025-03-1132 minPlatform and PossibilitiesNyoka Gumbs-Henry discusses her first book, The Day After the Unemployment Runs Out!Nyoka Gumbs-Henry is the author of The Day After the Unemployment Runs Out! A Survival Guide for Those Facing Financial Hardship. The book is packed with practical strategies and heartfelt advice to help readers navigate financial challenges with confidence and is for anyone dealing with unemployment, financial uncertainty, or unexpected financial challenges. Feel free to read the book from cover to cover or find the chapters specific to you. Nyoka was born and raised on the twin island paradise of St. Kitts and Nevis before migrating to the USA at 16 years old. Her rich educational...
2025-03-0425 min
Empathy Unbound: Embrace Your SuperpowerCapturing Climate Change: A Journey Through Photography with Benjamin DimmittCapturing Climate Change: A Journey Through Photography with Benjamin DimmittBenjamin Dimmitt discusses his journey as a photographer specializing in capturing the stark realities of climate change and environmental degradation. Using a medium format film camera, Benjamin's work explores the themes of interdependence, competition, survival, and mortality in the natural environment. The conversation delves into his early influences, particularly from his artist mother, his preference for black and white film photography over digital, and the evolution of his project documenting saltwater intrusion in Florida's wetlands.The discussion highlights the significance of visual storytelling...
2025-02-251h 01
Pharmacy Podcast NetworkThe 50 Most Influential Pharmacists in 2024 | Pharmacy 50 AwardsThe "Pharmacy 50" Awards, recognizing the 50 Most Influential Leaders in Pharmacy, have officially been announced for 2024! This prestigious honor celebrates the most inspiring, innovative, and impactful figures in pharmacy who are driving advancements in patient care, business development, and industry reform.
Now in its fourth year, the Pharmacy 50 saw a record-breaking 30% increase in peer recognition, demonstrating the growing influence of pharmacists across multiple sectors, including Community Pharmacy, Long-Term Care, Specialty Pharmacy, Health System, Digital Health, and more.
Voting took place between November 15 and December 20, 2024, and this year's winners include some of the most distinguished names in the indu...
2025-02-051h 54
FilmMusicSite.com: Composer TalkInterview Martin PhippsComing from a musical background (he is Benjamin Britten’s godson), Martin scored his first TV drama, Eureka Street in 2002. He has won 2 BAFTAs, 5 Ivor Novello Awards and received multiple Emmy nominations for writing music to many of the most interesting television series of recent years. These include the BBC’s War and Peace, Hugo Blick’s The Honourable Woman, Peaky Blinders, Black Mirror, Amazon Studios series Solos starring Morgan Freeman and seasons 3 – 6 of the The Crown. In 2023 he wrote the music to Ridley’s Scott’s epic Napoleon. Martin Phipps is nominated this year for the Television Composer of the Year aw...
2024-11-0421 minPlatform and PossibilitiesZakers Affinity Causes is on the MoveMs. Venetta Zakers has long been a community advocate who believes in the power of service to community and country through the involvement of young people, particularly, young girls. Venetta has been at the helm of Zakers Affinity Causes since its inception in 2012 and she hasn't looked back. From one initiative to the next, she has proven to be the epitome of strength, going above and beyond to serve girls who will be the leaders of tomorrow. At this juncture in our nation's history when we celebrate 41 years of independence, what better opportunity to celebrate...
2024-09-1936 min
Platform and PossibilitiesOur People; The Heart & Soul of the Diaspora-Abena AmoryAbena has been a fixture of the arts and culture in her New York/Caribbean community for years. She has shared the stage numerous times with her St. Vincent and the Grenadines born mom, Ms. Jacqueline Williams-King, a musical icon in every right. Abena is also the daughter of the late Honorable Vance W. Amory, former Premier of Nevis.
Abena is an excellent candidate for the St. Kitts Music Festival stage. She has a diverse catalog of work that is the embodiment of an artist with the caliber of
experience for an electrifying world class show like...
2024-06-0306 min
My MusicMy Music Episode 379 - MilkieMilkie is the moniker of songwriter and front woman Millie Phipps, and also the name of her four-piece
avant-pop band currently making waves in their hometown of Bristol.
Early obsessions with the Beatles’ White Album and Serge Gainsbourg guaranteed Millie’s early forays into songwriting were somewhat unusual, and she’s been writing idiosyncratic pop songs ever since. As a
band, Milkie are hard to describe yet distinctively themselves. They’re a guitar band, except sometimes they don’t play any guitars. They’re a synth band but sometimes they’ll unplug everything and sit on the floor. Millie’s lyrics are the...
2024-05-1331 min
Wabash On My MindCommencement Speakers 2024This episode features this year's Commencement speakers from the class of 2024, Liam Grennon and Benjamin Sampsell, as they discuss their anticipation ahead of the speeches, belonging at Wabash, and reminiscing on their most important lessons learned at Wabash (Episode 362).
2024-04-2949 min
Platform and PossibilitiesChit Chat with Mel Audain - A Phenomenal WomanMelvina 'Mel' Chapman was born on the beautiful island of St. Kitts and Nevis, and raised in Leeds, England. She now calls Houston, Texas home. She's been a supplier of hospitality and marketing services for well over 25 years.
Melvina’s experiences include an internship at the famed Dorchester Hotel in London, a Food and Beverage manager at the Four Seasons Hotel, Houston, a Sales and Marketing Manager, corporate event coordinator at the GRB Convention Center in Houston, a Manager of global meetings, events with the Coca-Cola Company and a Regional Marketing Manager for the Microsoft Corporation.
Melvina served as the Di...
2024-03-2857 min
Platform and PossibilitiesChit-Chat with Ms. Sharon Huggins-A Phenomenal WomanMrs. Sharon Huggins believes she was inherently born to be a giver and take care of others. She's a nurturer by nature and she truly loves to see people happy. A born again christian, Sharon regards the mishaps of others as her business. She has a caring and generous spirit and believes she has a special love and calling for the work she currently does.
After relocating from New York to Port Charlotte Florida, Sharon's path in life shifted. She became a business owner and Director of Kidz of the Future Daycare and has sat in the Director's chair for...
2024-03-211h 07
Platform and PossibilitiesChit Chat with Phoenetia Browne-A Phenomenal WomanPhoenetia Browne is an all around athlete at heart. Born in the US, she was raised by St. Kitts and Nevis parents who stopped at nothing to ensure she and her siblings were immersed in sports just as they were in academics.
Phoenetia had the best of both worlds, having migrated to New Jersey at the age of 7, while ingrained with the solid guidance of her St. Kitts and Nevis village. Her success in sports includes many state and county championship wins with her soccer and basketball teams. Although she also competed in softball, lacrosse, track and field, and other...
2024-03-1427 min2024-03-1300 min
Platform and PossibilitiesConversation with Author Leah T. WilliamsLeah T. Williams is an educator and author of the novel, Neither out far nor in Deep. She hails from the independent Caribbean twin island nation of St. Kitts and Nevis. Here, she tells the story of a single mother who is so conflicted raising her 17-year-old son in the fast pace of city life that one day, she takes him to the land of her birth where life takes on a whole new meaning, for her son and her family. In this chit chat with Leah, the author, she expresses her love for writing and for the island upbringing...
2023-07-1831 min
Platform and PossibilitiesThe End of an Era: Ascension Catholic School ClosesIn this episode of Platform and Possibilities, we highlight how the Covid-19 pandemic has affected the future of many New York City Catholic schools. These schools have served their communities in multiple ways but require sustainable funding to keep their doors open. After decades of service to the Harlem Community, my child’s first formal institution of learning closes its doors this summer. The Ascension story is a reminder of the beauty of our communities as immigrants who play an integral role wherever we go. The beauty of the diversity that echoed in the classrooms at Ascension everyday will always ma...
2023-07-0109 min
Platform and PossibilitiesCaribbean American Heritage Month-Crime & the CaribbeanIn this edition of Platform and Possibilities we celebrate Caribbean American heritage month and the splendor that surrounds the month of June, that special time of year for Caribbean Americans. However, we must take pause during the scorching summer months to examine a piece of our collective Caribbean truth that we seem to be challenged by; the current scourge of crime that is wreaking havoc across many of our tourism vested Caribbean countries.
YES, June is Caribbean American Heritage Month, but what about the ugly face of Crime? How will our islands cope with the challenges crime brings?
We have...
2023-06-1210 min
Platform and PossibilitiesJordan Neely’s Demise: A Reminder of the cracks in Mental Health Care across AmericaIn this edition of Platform and Possibilities, we feature the tragic demise of Jordan Neely, a 30 year old black American man
whose life violently ended while riding on a New York City subway, subdued by a former US Marine, who deemed Jordan’s erratic behavior a threat to his safety and the public. A chokehold would end the life of Jordan Neely and not long after would come protests that sparked a deeper investigation into the case resulting in Daniel Penny being charged with Jordan’s murder. Penny faces up to 16 years in prison if found guilty of Jordan’s death.
2023-06-0113 min
Platform and PossibilitiesTidbits of Wisdom to Live By!About two years ago, a dear friend who wanted to remind me of the power of aging shared with me 20 SPECIAL NOTES TO live by as you age! Of course, these tidbits are no where new to most of us but we must be ever so mindful of how intimately we align with these and other words of wisdom to live by! These tidbits were shared on 20 business days in May and are now conveniently shared here so that whether you’re young or not so young, something meaningful may resonate with you in this month of “May” and beyond.
2023-05-2810 min
Wabash On My MindCommencement Speakers 2023This episode features this year's Commencement speakers from the class of 2023, Benjamin Bullock and Allen Johnson Jr., as they discuss what it's like to speak for their class, belonging at Wabash, and reminiscing on their most important lessons learned at Wabash (Episode 342).
2023-05-0852 min
Platform and PossibilitiesMother Earth is in CrisisIn this edition of Platform and Possibilities, we share a bit about Earth Day and the conversations around “Mother Earth in Crisis." The brainchild and the founder of Earth Day was Senator Gaylord Nelson, an American politician and environmentalist from Wisconsin who served as a United States senator and governor of Wisconsin. Inspired by the protests of the 1960s, Senator Nelson helped to launch a new wave of environmental activism in his home state and across the United States. By raising public awareness of pollution, Nelson hoped to bring environmental causes into the national spotlight. On Earth Day Saturday, April 22, 2023, the focus an...
2023-04-2306 min
Platform and Possibilities10 Gifted Female Authors-In this edition of Platform & Possibilities, we feature a drizzle of some of our many local and Diaspora based female authors. These women have helped me and so many other women along our life’s journey and their contributions to the development of their respective communities and the world for that matter, cannot be truly measured. I hope you enjoy learning about these women as much as I have. Bravo to female authors everywhere!!
2023-04-0416 min
Platform and PossibilitiesWomen who feed the St. Kitts-Nevis DiasporaIn March each year, we celebrate all that is exceptional about the women in our communities. This March, we feature a few Kittitian and a Nevisian women residing in the Diaspora whose entrepreneurial skills serve others while allowing them to establish their brand and earn additional income doing what they love.
2023-03-2009 min
Platform and PossibilitiesWomen's History Month - Saluting Women in SportsWomen continue to excel in various fields globally and it’s fitting we continue to shine the spotlight on their accomplishments as successful women are beacons of hope for women and girls everywhere. Here, we feature three women in sports whose influence captures their indomitable spirit and their ability to inspire others long after they have left competitive sports. Each of these women in sports have shaped the lives of many women by the examples they have set. Their inspiration has helped to create excellence for others both personally and professionally. We are better because of their passion in sports.
2023-03-0306 min
Platform and PossibilitiesHonoring the National Flag Designer of St. Kitts and Nevis, Ms. Lewis-Viechweg.Mrs. Edrice Lewis-Viechweg is the brainchild behind our uniquely designed national flag who hails from Newtown, Basseterre St. Kitts and currently resides in Connecticut, USA. Edrice has lived an exemplary life; one of honor, service, and devout patriotism. Given the caliber of a woman she has been, coupled with her expertly designed national flag which bears deep meaning for the people of our lands, it would be a remarkable honor in this 40th year of our independence to bestow the title of “National Recipient of the Star of Merit” upon Mrs. Edrice Lewis-Viechweg
2023-02-1008 minPlatform and PossibilitiesBackslide if you must but “Get Up”and “Find your Stride”Life is sometimes like the religion that we are taught as children. We are told to “believe in this way of worship” or “if you don’t abide by this doctrine, you will be forever cursed. We are inundated with stories about our fate as human beings if we don’t follow certain principles taught to us by man. In this episode, we speak briefly about how easily one can backslide or deviate from our goals. A true test of our character is realized in our backsliding. How do we get up when we fall down? How de we show up strong...
2023-01-1407 min
Catalyst Pharmacy PodcastCatalyst Rewind | EP5 - 2022 Year-in-ReviewAs 2022 comes to a close, we’re taking a moment to reflect on the friends we’ve made and the insights we’ve gained on the Catalyst Pharmacy Podcast this year. Tune in to our 2022 Year-in-Review to hear from our best guests on the topics that matter most, from ownership to audits to doing more for your pharmacy in the next twelve months. Featured guests include:
Josh Rimany, CEO of Dilworth Drug - BTS EP 23
Joe McKamey, General Manager of Marcrom’s Pharmacy - BTS EP 26
Travis Wolff, Owner of Med-World Pharmacy - EP 80
2022-12-281h 06
Platform and PossibilitiesMental Health: ARE WE REALLY OKAY?On December 14, 2022, the world learned that Stephen tWitch Boss, an American freestyle hip hop dancer, choreographer, actor, television producer, and television personality who was renowned for bringing his cool and upbeat vibe to the Ellen DeGeneres show, allegedly took his own life. This episode is an opportunity to pay homage to Boss, share condolences with his loved ones, and shine the spotlight on ourselves and our own mental health and mental health awareness.
2022-12-1807 min
Platform and PossibilitiesVenetta Zakers and The Zakers Affinity CausesVenetta Zakers is a daughter of St. Kitts and Nevis who found pleasure as a beauty queen, model, poet and community servant. It is as a youth advocate that she has found her true calling and since 2012, she has been on a mission to reach, inspire, support and empower disadvantaged children and their families in St. Kitts and Nevis.
The heart of Venetta's work is centered on impacting the lives of the nation's girls through developing a generation of ethical servant leaders with a desire to positively impact families, their communities, and the economy. As the founder and President of t...
2022-10-2726 min
Platform and PossibilitiesConversation with Kimarah IsaacMs. Kimarah T. Isaac is a phenomenal woman. She was born on the island of St. Kitts and developed a deep love for service at a very impressionable age. She kept the fire of service burning by pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management and her Master’s degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance from Monroe College.
In this conversation, you will hear how Kimarah plays an integral role in Monroe College’s Executive Office, serving as a partner to its international admission team as the primary liaison for Caribbean students and government officials, and the broader...
2022-07-1948 min
Songs of PraiseSongs of Praise - 109Enjoy an hour of musical reflection to encourage, uplift and draw you into a closer relationship with our loving Saviour, Jesus Christ. Featuring the following songs:
Because He Lives - Josh SnodgrassHe Will Hold Me Fast - Marleta Fong (feat. Benjamin Mills & Sanja Kitevski)You'll Never Walk Alone - Wintley PhippsI Walked Today Where Jesus Walked - RegenerationFairest Lord Jesus - Jaime JorgeRemember Me - Sandra EntermannAs the Deer / I Love You Lord - Ryan Day (feat. Tim Parton)Count Your Blessings - The John...
2022-07-041h 18
Songs of PraiseSongs of Praise - 108Enjoy an hour of musical reflection to encourage, uplift and draw you into a closer relationship with our loving Saviour, Jesus Christ. Featuring the following songs:
Nothing but the Blood - Josh SnodgrassI Need Thee Every Hour - Sounds Like ReignIt is Well With My Soul - Wintley PhippsI Will Praise Your Name - The Clark FamilyWhere He Leads Me - Lari GossHe's Alive - Marleta Fong (feat. Benjamin Mills, Fomai Mohr, Jana Lombart & Sanja Kitevski)How Deep the Father's Love For Us - Stephanie Dawn
2022-06-271h 18
Platform and PossibilitiesConversation with Coach Shirvon GreeneCoach Shirvon Greene is the Head Cross Country Coach/Associate Head Coach - Track & Field at Monroe College in the Bronx New York. He specializes in coaching Monroe’s long sprinters, middle distance runners, and cross-country runners and has done so for 13 seasons. Coach Greene has evolved as a coach who prides himself in the solid foundation in his hometown of Charlestown, Nevis. He shares without reservation the importance of several key people in his life, including his grandmother, his parents and loved ones, as well as his community in Nevis. Coach Greene's upbringing and childhood experiences have sharpened his fo...
2022-06-1342 min
Platform and PossibilitiesIndependent Travel Advisor Leonie Shorte-Nicholls talks Travel and living life abundantlyLeonie Shorte Nicholls is a full time Regional Office Project Associate (ROPA) with SUNY Albany-Research Foundation-The Professional Development Program (PDP) with 17 years’ experience working alongside the Regional Director at the NYS Office of Children and Family Services/Westchester Regional Office. She’s also a part time Independent Travel Advisor (ITA) with 2 years' experience building her Home Based Travel Business, PearLynn Travel. She’s a graduate of Ithaca College and the University of Pennsylvania School of Social Work earning her Master’s in Social Work. Leonie specializes in domestic and international travel, as well as cruising. She’s responsible for providing the...
2022-05-0636 min
Platform and PossibilitiesAbena "Abby" Amory & Trevor "Bridges" Bridgewater Talk Music, Women and LifeAbena was born on the beautiful island of Nevis, the sister isle of St. Kitts in the Caribbean where she grew up on a rich diet of music. She also had the good fortune of seeing music through the lens of her mother’s homeland in St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Her diverse experiences have led her to a time such as now; a time to brighten the world with her voice of hope and vision of unity for women and all people. You can learn more about Abena via her Facebook page titled Abena, her website, empressvibe.com, or...
2022-03-2337 min
Platform and PossibilitiesCelebrating Women with Tracey & Kaye-C PART-2Desiree "Tracey" Venzen and Karen "Kaye-C" Crossman ae the epitome of woman power. Together, they use the lessons of the women trailblazers in their lives to help carve a path for themselves and the women who they encounter in their lives on a daily basis. They are determined to live their best lives to glorify our Creator and to bless others especially women. As seasoned career women with families and a host of other challenges, they still make time to serve others in their communities and beyond.
2022-03-1823 min
Platform and PossibilitiesCelebrating Women with Tracey & Kaye-C PART-1Desiree "Tracey" Venzen and Karen "Kaye-C" Crossman are the epitome of woman power. Together, they use the lessons of the women trailblazers in their lives to help carve a path for themselves and the women who they encounter in their lives on a daily basis. They are determined to live their best lives to glorify our Creator and to bless others especially women. As seasoned career women with families and a host of other challenges, they still make time to serve others in their communities and beyond.
2022-03-1830 min
Chapel Talk at Wabash CollegeLa Alianza Students 2022Speaking in Pioneer Chapel are officers of La Alianza, Vice-President Benjamin Sampsell '24 and President Jonathan Silva-Melendez '24, with their talk titled: "Construyendo un Hogar (Building a Home)" Episode 155 – Original Speech Date: March 3, 2022
2022-03-1736 min
Platform and PossibilitiesCharleen Francis, Wife, Mom, Corporate Attorney and Entrepreneur Who Wears many Hats💜In this episode, we feature the hard-working mom, wife, Entrepreneur and Corporate attorney Ms. Charleen Francis. Here, this go-getter and phenomenal woman speaks about life, her growing business and how diligently she works to live a life of purpose. Her contribution to Platform & Possibilities ensures we continue to Inspire, Inform and Empower.
2022-03-0933 min
Platform and PossibilitiesMervyn J. Boone JR.- Blossoming Financial MogulWith over 18 years in the finance industry, Regional Vice President & Investment Advisor with Primerica, Mervyn J. Boone Jr. owns a Financial Brokerage in New York and serves over 2000 clients which currently has $33 million in assets under management and over $400 million of Life Insurance inforce. His office brokerage alone has 150 Licensed Agents, and 22 Registered Representatives in 14 different states and the business is continuing to grow.
A native of the Bronx New York, Mervyn takes pride in providing financial services to all income groups, and all ethnicities. He believes in changing the money ethics of people across multiple communities.
2022-02-2335 min
Platform and PossibilitiesA Conversation with King Entertainer: St. Kitts & Nevis' First Calypso KingIn this episode, we feature the first National Calypso Carnival King of St. Kitts and Nevis, Levi Weekes also known as King Entertainer, Styler John and even Monarch. Weekes hails from Cayon in beautiful St. Kitts and Nevis. He has a special appreciation for the very strict and humble upbringing he had as a child and felt an even deeper love for his mother, who fought with all of her being to give her children a good life, despite her circumstances.
It was on his trip to Trinidad and Tobago that he truly fell in love with the Calypso art f...
2021-12-031h 22
Platform and PossibilitiesPat Welsh Launches Finding Jane: The Love JourneyPatricia Welsh of St. Kitts and Nevis has fulfilled one of her many dreams; She has written and published her first novel entitled Finding Jane; The Love Journey.
Set in Atlanta, USA, Jane and her childhood love Landon have developed an exciting relationship sprinkled with undeniable love. Jane could not be happier. Outside of her love life, her love for her friends and family is evident. Paula, a very close friend is a fixture of Jane’s life and together, they share a solid sisterhood and friendship. Jane’s love for Paula is undeniable and she tells the story of shar...
2021-10-1940 min
Platform and PossibilitiesQuandasha “Mzs. Quanny” Huggins SpeaksQuandasha (pronounced Quan-day-sha) “Mzs. Quanny” Huggin is a rising American musical sensation of Kittitian and Jamaican heritage who was born in New Jersey and now calls Philadelphia home. She’s a music lover to the core who writes, sings, performs and embraces all genres of music. Be it R&B, Dance Hall, Rock, Rap, Reggae, Bachata, Soca, Meringue, Quandasha believes music is a mood that she proudly lives for. For over 2 decades, this musical genius has worked non-stop at perfecting her craft and with each song, each track, and every single performance, she continuously raises the bar. This music lover flexed...
2021-09-0828 min
Platform and PossibilitiesEmail Etiquette Workshop with The University of Phoenix OnlineIn February and June of this year, I partnered with the University of Phoenix Online to run two workshops on “The Why’s of Email Etiquette.” Both workshops were one hour in length and the question and answer segments dived deeply into aspects of e-mail writing that complement good communication. One of the major takeaways from these workshops is that email etiquette entails adhering to principles of behavior one should display when creating or responding to e-mails, and we ought to think clearly before we write, especially if the matter being addressed is contentious.
This episode of Platform & Possibilities features a ten m...
2021-08-2617 min
Platform and PossibilitiesHeather Archibald: On Life and Her Journey Home: HomeIn this episode, we hear from Heather Archibald, a national of St. Kitts and Nevis who spent years in New York City, all the while remaining close to the pulse of her birth land. Heather is an educator, author, and social activist who returned to St. Kitts to impart much of her rich experiences abroad to enrich the lives of others, especially young writers eager to realize their dream of publishing their own novels. Heather is the author of Pregnant these Past 20 Years and Home:Home.
2021-07-1955 min
Platform and PossibilitiesLiving In The NOW with Ian Seko FrancisA truly conscientious son of the St. Kitts and Nevis soil who believes in living in the moment even amidst life’s challenges. From Cayon, to Charlotte Amalie to Virginia, he has never lost his appreciation for family or for change. He’s a former soldier and an advocate of wellness and is an avid runner who believes in the magic of movement. Seko is the brain behind the Run SKN Challenge, a 104 mile run from August 1 to September 19 that coincides with St. Kitts and Nevis’ independence. Having changed his lifestyle to embrace healthy habits, he shares his love for life w...
2021-06-1839 min
Platform and PossibilitiesLife & The PandemicKayin Benjamin is a 10 year old girl who had to change schools in 2020 and quickly learn how to cope during the pandemic. She’s managed to survive behind the mask and she’s breaking through despite the difficulties she’s faced. Kayin is a lover of the arts and writes, paints and dances. She believes her talents and her passion for life will inspire others to be great 😊
2021-06-0112 min
Platform and PossibilitiesAdriel McKoy on Life & BusinessAdriel Mckoy was born and raised in St. Kitts. She’s the product of a strict but enriching upbringing. Her parents Lester and Jackie Mckoy worked hard to raise her along with her two siblings. Migrating to the US was an opportunity for further development. Culinary arts studies opened the door to cake designing, cake sculpting and now, a full on cake making business. Today, Adriel the baker owns Sugar and Cream Cake Studio and shows no sign of looking back.
2021-06-0129 min
Platform and PossibilitiesPlatform & Possibilities is FINALLY HERE!!This podcast taps the stories of the ordinary, the exceptional, aspiring individuals willing to share their stories of service to others and their quest to create possibilities untold. Coreentje lives by the mantra: Live for yourself,
You’ll live in vain
Live for others
You’ll live again
Pass it on!
2021-06-0112 min
Songs of PraiseSongs of Praise - 45Enjoy an hour of musical reflection to encourage, uplift and draw you into a closer relationship with our loving Saviour, Jesus Christ. Featuring the following songs:
How Great Thou Art – Roland Gresham
Nearer My God to Thee – Marleta Fong
The Solid Rock – Benjamin Everson
Blessed Assurance – Harpeth Gospel Quartet
Springtime Lullaby – Matt & Josie Minikus
Come – Buddy Houghtaling
Are you washed in the blood of the Lamb – Antrim Mennonite Choir
I have found a resting place – Hildegard Christian
I Know The Plans – Melody Shelton Firestone
The Sound Of Grace – Kip Fox
Lord Bless our Home – Nebblett Family
There is a Saviour – Michael Pe...
2021-04-051h 14Platform and PossibilitiesA Prelude to Platform & PosssibilitiesPlugging the upcoming podcast that showcases a variety of budding and experienced service providers and everything in between🙌🏾😘🤗🙌🏾
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2021-03-2000 min
The Daily GardenerDecember 7, 2020 Edward Tuckerman, William Saunders, Phipps Conservatory, Henry Rowland-Brown, The Art of the Garden by Relais & Châteaux North America and Willa CatherToday we celebrate the botanist who saved the Lewis and Clark specimen sheets. We'll also learn about the successful botanist and garden designer who introduced the navel orange. We’ll recognize the Conservatory stocked by the World’s Fair. We'll hear a charming verse about the mistletoe by a poet entomologist. We Grow That Garden Library™ with a book featuring fifteen incredible private gardens in North America. And then we’ll wrap things up with the American writer who wrote about the natural world with simplicity and honesty. Subscribe Apple | Google | Spotify | Stitcher | iHeart To listen to the show while you're at h...
2020-12-0718 min
Check It/Round Table: Reviews of Books, Movies, Music, and Other Stuff by the Geek GrlEmma 2010: a BBC Miniseries in ReviewIn this episode of Check It/Round Table Onna discusses the Emma BBC miniseries by Andrew Davies and why the height of Mr. Knightly verses Emma made her upset and led to a Shrek cake. Onna observes how this version of Emma, Emma is shown in her raw naivety but the walking style was not a fit for her status but still seems overall a better fit for Emma as Romola Gerai gives a more honest version of Emma than Gwyneth Paltrow's version of Emma with a veneer of perfection that just doesn't seem as real. Onna considers how Jo...
2020-09-2523 min
Darektor's Cut(Episode 183) "The Crown" Composer: Martin Phipps.Send us a textComing from a musical background (he is Benjamin Britten’s godson), Martin read drama at Manchester University. Fortunately for the acting profession, he decided to concentrate his energies on writing music. Since scoring his first TV drama, Eureka Street, in 2002, he has won 2 BAFTAs & 5 Ivor Novello Awards, and gone on to write music for many of the most interesting series of recent years, including the BBC and Weinstein Company’s War and Peace, Hugo Blick’s Black Earth Rising, Peaky Blinders and Black Mirror. Martin is currently scoring season 4 of the Leftbank Pictures/Netflix series...
2020-04-2743 minThe Daily GardenerJanuary 23, 2020 Orchid and Tropical Bonsai Show, How To Grow Microgreens, John Drayton, Edouard Manet, Agoston Haraszthy, Pierre Joseph Lenne, Al Schneider, Peggy Lyon, January by John Updike, The Cabaret of Plants by Richard Mabey, Owl PlantersToday we celebrate the amateur botanist who was a two-time governor of South Carolina and the birthday of a French modernist painter who left peonies. We'll learn about the man who brought European grapes to California and the most important Prussian garden-artist of the 19th century. Today’s Unearthed Words feature a poem about January. We Grow That Garden Library™ with a book that helps us truly see plants. I'll talk about a garden item that is absolutely adorable, and they come in a six-pack so you'll have plenty for gifts, and then we’ll wrap things up with a char...
2020-01-2322 min
The Florida Bar Tax Section PodcastHall of Champions: Benjamin PhippsTax Section Hall of Champions Interview: Benjamin Phipps The purpose of the Florida Bar Tax Section's "Hall of Champions" Interview Series is to record and preserve the wisdom of those lawyers who have meant so much to the development of tax law and policy in Florida. This interview in the series is with Benjamin Phipps, who served as Chair of the Tax Section in 1985-86. Mr. Phipps practices with the Phipps Howell law firm in Tallahassee, Florida. More information about Mr. Phipps can be found at the following link: https://www.floridabar.org/myb...
2019-05-2937 min
Between the NotesHappy Death Day 2U / Serenity / Cold Pursuit / Top 10 James Horner (Pt 1)In the latest episode of Between the Notes, Tony Black and Sean Wilson talk and play new work by Bear McCreary, Benjamin Wallfisch and George Fenton.They also pick through their 10-6 entries of their Top 10 James Horner scores, discuss Black Panther's Best Score win at the 2019 Academy Awards, and talk Martin Phipps' The Aftermath and Tom Holkenborg's Alita: Battle Angel.Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostSean WilsonTwitter: @btw_notesWe Made This: @wemadethispodAll music courtesy of Back Lot Music, Milan Records, Varese...
2019-03-071h 26
The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel PodcastThe Marvelous Mrs. Maisel S:2 All Alone E:10 ReviewHosts Briana Phipps, Jeff Graham, Amy Maestri discuss Midge and Benjamin getting engaged, Susie taking on Sophie as a client, and Midge accepting a world tour and feeling like she will be all alone! Plus we feature comedian Lenny Bruce and talk about what we can expect from season 3!
ABOUT MARVELOUS MRS. MAISEL:
Joel leaving causes Midge's life to go into a tailspin; Midge and Joel's parents butt heads while trying to keep the family together; Susie pushes Midge to get back on stage and find her voice.
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2019-02-011h 00
The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel PodcastThe Marvelous Mrs. Maisel S:2 "Vote For Kennedy, Vote For Kennedy E:9 ReviewHosts Briana Phipps, Jeff Graham, Amy Maestri, and Sean Whalen discuss Abe’s mental breakdown, Benjamin trying to meet Midge’s children, and everything that happened during the telethon and Sophie and Susie having it out! Plus we feature comedian Maria Bamford and talk some cool news and gossip.
ABOUT MARVELOUS MRS. MAISEL:
Joel leaving causes Midge's life to go into a tailspin; Midge and Joel's parents butt heads while trying to keep the family together; Susie pushes Midge to get back on stage and find her voice.
Follow us on http://www.Twitter.com/A...
2019-02-0153 min
The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel PodcastThe Marvelous Mrs. Maisel S:2 Midnight At The Concord E:5 Review This episode hosts Steph Sabraw, Amy Maestri, Jeff Graham, and Briana Phipps discuss Midge and Benjamin possibly being an item, Susie getting screwed over again, and Abe finally knows!!!!!
ABOUT MARVELOUS MRS. MAISEL:
Joel leaving causes Midge's life to go into a tailspin; Midge and Joel's parents butt heads while trying to keep the family together; Susie pushes Midge to get back on stage and find her voice.
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2019-01-2545 min
The Women Who Create UK PodcastThe Importance Of A Good Read and Some Books We LoveThis week Amy and Debbie chat about their reading habits, favourite books they just keep going back to… and how changing up your reading patterns can not only improve the quality of your books but help you get the most out of the content too!
-Find Amy's projects herewww.womenwhocreateuk.comAmy’s free Etsy sales growth trainingThe Women Who Create FB Community GroupGirasole Book Club-Find Debbie's projects herewww.debbiedooodah.co.ukThe...
2018-12-0624 min
Broadway BreakdownLegally Blonde Musical Discussion – Broadway BreakdownHosts Briana Phipps, Jacque Borowski, Carla Renata and Ally Nasta discuss the musical Fun Home.
Legally Blonde is a musical with music and lyrics by Laurence O'Keefe and Nell Benjamin and bookby Heather Hach. The story is based on the novel Legally Blonde by Amanda Brown and the 2001 film of the same name. It tells the story of Elle Woods, a sorority girl who enrolls at Harvard Law School to win back her ex-boyfriend Warner. She discovers how her knowledge of the law can help others, and successfully defends exercise queen Brooke Wyndham in a murder trial. Throughout the show, no one...
2017-07-1745 min
The Entrepreneur Unleashed ShowTaking Care of Body and Mind with Cate StillmanCate Stillman is the founder of Yoga Healer, an online business that teaches yogis how Ayurveda can enhance their lives. Cate believes that in this age of hyper-stimulation and hyper-connectivity we must not only take care of our bodies, but also our minds. Inspiration: While practicing Ayurveda and teaching yoga in San Francisco in the early 2000s, Cate took her first online yoga course with Sally Kempton, a famous meditation and yoga teacher. Shortly after, she realized that if someone else could run a yoga course online, she could do it too… and even improve certain elements of t...
2014-04-2432 min