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  • For the love of Gender and Cricket in the Caribbean - Part 2

    31 MAR 2022 · Alex has been asked repeatedly, ‘what’s it like being a woman in the broadcasting industry?’. She believes the question needs to be reworded. Her career began with her first voice-over work while in Secondary school and her love for radio flourished. But her job isn’t the same as her male counterparts.
    34m 12s
  • For the love of Gender and Cricket in the Caribbean - Part 1

    31 MAR 2022 · Alex made her first appearance at the Queen’s Elizabeth Hospital, Bridgetown, Barbados. The love story of her parents sounds like a movie pitch for Netflix. From Australia, Guyana and so many more CARICOM territories.
    32m 23s
  • From a UWI student to a Leading Surgical Intervention in the UK

    25 MAR 2022 · Vivek's story reads like an airline destination pamphlet. His Indian father met his Trinidadian mother in the United Kingdom. Eventually, they both moved to Trinidad, where he was born. Shortly after, they moved to Jamaica. Every plane ride he took led to his field in medicine. He explains a rare condition experienced by mothers like Kim Kardashian and helps with a less evasive approach. 
    52m 48s
  • Is representing Trinidad and Tobago at the Olympics worth it?

    4 MAR 2022 · Michelle won the gold medallist at the 2018 Commonwealth Games for Trinidad and Tobago. It didn’t take long for local news outlets to shift attention to her sexuality. For many athletes, it’s a thankless job that doesn’t pay well, yet the desire to wear the red, white and black beckons. Why does she do it?
    24m 45s
  • How did this Trini Land a Job with the LinkedIn B2B Institute?

    25 FEB 2022 · Before Afiya Addison landed her position as the Global Program Manager at LinkedIn, her story began when Trinidad met Tobago. Her desire to be associated with her Caribbean heritage led to a shocking discovery in college. After landing a job in HR, she managed to pivot her career to Marketing at the biggest social network for professionals.
    41m 27s
  • The story behind a Trini PhD Student and Irish Sea Moss

    18 FEB 2022 · Priya identifies as a nerd. Her parents told her that if you like something, do it. She took their advice and pursued her Masters at the University of Trinidad and Tobago. At the height of the pandemic, she got an opportunity in Ireland but wasn’t allowed to enter and was forced to return home.
    37m 30s
  • How does one go from Down de Islands to Marine Scientist in UAE?

    11 FEB 2022 · She never wanted to be a Marine Scientist. While growing up in New York, she pursued a career in modelling, but that quickly ended after experiencing disclination. The ocean followed her and the desire to impact led her to the United Arab Emirates. Sustainability isn’t a trend for Samantha; it’s a way of life.
    43m 17s
  • From Playing Games in Barbados to Coding for Microsoft

    4 FEB 2022 · David’s father played an instrumental role in his interest in Computers. From his first encounter with a PC to building the software used by millions. His journey was not without controversy as the world took notice of the lack of diversity in tech. Can a chosen few represent a whole race? 
    39m 44s
  • Can We Fix the Potholes in Trinidad and Tobago?

    28 JAN 2022 · Some drive around the potholes and others want to mix cement to fix it. Which one are you? We continue an uncomfortable conversation around belonging and diversity of thought in Trinidad and Tobago.
    50m 28s
  • From the East Side of Trinidad to Switzerland

    21 JAN 2022 · Nikkia was not an easy child. Her upbringing in Trinidad led her to accept jobs from all over the world. The story about her career path is a masterclass for anyone looking to change jobs outside of their comfort zone. You never know when that rejected job application may turn into a director of a multimillion-dollar company.
    48m 9s
The show that brings the story of island people making a global impact, with your host, Pauline Joseph.
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