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Jus' Ah Conversation

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Jus' Ah Conversation

Barbados Government Information Service
The Interview

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The Interview

BBC World Service
World Bank | The Development Podcast

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World Bank | The Development Podcast

World Bank

1 MAR

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Farm Raiders: The Growing Threat of Crop and Livestock Theft in Barbados

Crop and livestock theft is something many farmers in Barbados quietly deal with — but the impact is anything but small. In this episode of Jus’ Ah Conversation, hosts Aisha Reid and Fabian Belgrave sit down with voices from across the agricultural sector to talk openly about the reality of farm theft, how it affects farmers, and what it means for the future of local food production. Joining the conversation are: Barney Callender, Deputy Chief Agricultural Officer with responsibility for livestock and over four decades of experience in the Ministry of Agriculture. Ronald Moore, a crop and greenhouse farmer and board member of the St. George Farmers’ Marketing Co-operative Society. Keriah Scantlebury, owner of Riah’s Farms and a passionate youth advocate helping to shape the next generation of agriculture in Barbados. Together they unpack the challenges farmers face when crops or animals disappear overnight, the emotional and financial toll it takes, and the broader impact on food security and the agricultural industry. It’s an honest conversation about protecting the people who grow our food — and what needs to change. 🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, or wherever you get your podcasts. 📺 Watch the full episode on YouTube (@thebgis).

1 Mar

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1h 2m
2 MAR

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Dr Nyaradzayi Gumbonzvanda, UN deputy director for women: Africa must prioritise water over war

“Africa is flowing with resources from oil, diamonds, critical minerals. But at times we find that in our cities, at the bus stations, there's no toilets with running water in a continent which is rich with possibilities. So it's how that intentionality, that political will, to put resources to what matters most.” Daniel Dadzie speaks to Dr Nyaradzayi Gumbonzvanda, UN Assistant Secretary-General and UN deputy director for women, about the need for Africa to focus on the priorities of its people, such as water and sanitation. The interview took place at the African Union summit in Addis Abbaba, Ethiopia, where the theme was: “Ensuring sustainable water availability and safe sanitation systems.” It’s part of Agenda 2063 - the organisation’s 50-year strategic framework. But Gumbonzvanda says these things can’t wait fifty years, and that they need to be a priority for African leaders now. In her role as deputy lead for UN Women, she is also increasingly concerned by the stories she’s been hearing from the women of Sudan, where the civil war continues to rage. She says that regional bodies and the UN are not doing enough to protect the war-torn country’s women and children. The Interview brings you conversations with people shaping our world, from all over the world. The best interviews from the BBC, including episodes with Taiwan’s cyber ambassador Audrey Tang, author Sir Salman Rushdie, and South African health minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi. You can listen on the BBC World Service on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 0800 GMT. Or you can listen to The Interview as a podcast, out three times a week on BBC Sounds or wherever you get your podcasts. Presenter: Daniel Dadzie Producers: Albert Kirui, Brian Khisa, and Clare Williamson Editor: Damon Rose Get in touch with us on email TheInterview@bbc.co.uk and use the hashtag #TheInterviewBBC on social media. (Image: Dr Nyaradzayi Gumbonzvanda Credit: Roy Rochlin/Getty Images for The Ford Foundation)

2 Mar

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23 min
23/02/2025

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New Psychoactive Substances: Understanding Their Impact on Health and Society

In this episode of Jus’ Ah Conversation, we’re tackling a critical and evolving issue—New Psychoactive Substances (NPS). These lab-created drugs are designed to mimic traditional illicit substances but often come with unpredictable and dangerous consequences. We’re also introducing our final main host, Fabian Belgrave, after welcoming Shayla Murrell last week! He and Aisha Reid are joined by experts in substance abuse prevention and forensic science to break down what NPS are, how they’re detected, and the alarming effects they have on public health and society. Our guests include: 🔹 Troy Wickham – Deputy Manager, NCSA 🔹 Cheryl A. Corbin – Director, Forensic Sciences Centre 🔹 Makeada Bourne – Substance Abuse Prevention Officer & Social Worker, NCSA Together, they explore the risks, trends, and strategies for tackling the NPS crisis—from law enforcement challenges to community prevention efforts. #JusAhConversation #NewPsychoactiveSubstances #NPS #DrugAwareness #PublicHealth

23/02/2025

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1h 9m
19/12/2025

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Getting Development Done: 2025 in Review and Look Ahead

This year countries grappled with a cascade of shocks and economic turbulence, from ongoing conflicts and economic uncertainty to catastrophic weather that tested communities. Yet in the face of these challenges, nations proved far more resilient and adaptive than predicted. In this episode of The Development Podcast, we look back at what shaped 2025 and look ahead to 2026 and beyond. As the global landscape rapidly shifts, we explore how Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) are adapting and how different parts of the World Bank Group, including the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and the Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA), are working as one to maximize our development impact. Join us for insights on these issues and more from Anna Bjerde, the World Bank's Managing Director of Operations and Raj Kumar, the founding President and Editor-in-Chief of Devex. Timestamps[00:00] Challenges and takeaways from 2025 [06:11] How development organizations are evolving and adapting [12:27] What can we expect from 2026? [16:26] Wish for the next year [17:30] 2025 through the eyes of a Kenyan farmer To learn more about the World Bank Group’s work check out: How to Drive Intelligent Outcomes in an Age of AI

19/12/2025

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22 min
29/11/2025

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Independence Special: Proud, Independent and Slightly Hardears

In this Independence Day special of Jus’ Ah Conversation, we’re putting the seriousness aside and celebrating Barbados the best way Bajans know how — with jokes, big opinions, cultural nostalgia, and a little friendly madness. Hosts Mikul Elcock, Aisha Reid, Shayla Murrell and Fabian Belgrave are joined by the Jus’ Ah Conversation family for a light-hearted but meaningful look at Bajan identity. Using our own Bajan Wildcards game, the crew answers fun, outrageous, and patriotic questions about everything that makes Barbados… Barbados. From sno-cone debates, to favourite Bajan sayings, to the foods we love (and hate), to the quirks only a true Bajan would understand — this episode is full of laughter, storytelling, and national pride. 🇧🇧 It’s culture. It’s comedy. It’s conversation. It’s Barbados. Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and wherever you get your podcasts. Watch the video version on YouTube (@thebgis). #JusAhConversation #IndependenceEdition #BajanCulture #BajanHumour #TheBGIS #Barbados

29/11/2025

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55 min
30/10/2022

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Rucho v. Common Cause (2019) Partisan Gerrymandering

Audio of the 2019 opinion of the Supreme Court in Rucho v. Common Cause. Listen to What SCOTUS Wrote Us wherever you get podcasts.

30/10/2022

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1h 18m

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