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The Rasheed Griffith Show CPSI Podcasts
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- Society & Culture
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5.0 • 2 Ratings
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The most confounding feature of the Caribbean is its rapid decay into stagnation. Rasheed Griffith interviews industry experts and researchers to figure out how we got here and how to reverse the trend in favor of accelerating progress in the Caribbean.
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37. The 'Avatar' Effect: Charter City Do's and Don'ts - Patri Friedman
On this episode, we're joined by Patri Friedman of Pronomos Capital to discuss the more practical facets of building a charter city. What are the building blocks of a viable charter city project? At what milestone can a charter city be deemed successful, and what common mistakes can a nascent city stumble upon? Friedman himself is in favour of corporate governance, but also expands on and compares alternative methods of administration and explores the pitfalls that could lead to the unde...
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36. Spain's Fractured Politics - Daniel Lacalle
In a previous episode (Madrid: the Capital of Capitalism), we explored the nature of governance in Spain's capital. However, the bigger picture for the largest country on the Iberian peninsula is one of political turmoil and deadlock. Economist Daniel Lacalle joins us for a thought-provoking discussion and a somewhat cautionary tale for the Caribbean region.The current political stalemate stems from the 2017 Catalonia Declaration of Independence, which Lacalle describes as more of an unconsti...
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35. Caribbean Debt Restructuring and Climate Finance - Thomas Laryea
On this episode of the show, Rasheed is joined by international lawyer Thomas Laryea, who specializes in the mediation process for sovereign debt restructuring. As a senior lawyer with the IMF, Thomas holds a unique vantage point at the tables of the negotiation between state debtors and creditors when financial instability requires a reevaluation of ongoing agreements.The Caribbean is no stranger to Laryea's field, with several members having undergone their own restructuring processes. Of p...
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34. Tea Time Discourse: The Rise of Chairman Mottley - Shem Best
Navigate the Barbadian political landscape with Rasheed Griffith and CPSI Podcast Producer Shem Best. In this episode, we discuss the evolution and decline of governance on the island, starting with one of its most prolific Prime Ministers, Owen Arthur. What tipped the scales for the David Thompson administration's rise after over a decade of BLP rule? What disastrous decisions paved the way for Mottley's landslide victory in 2018? Barbados' Westminster-style government structure has cre...
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33. The Caribbean's Technical Debt - Niel Harper
Where does Caribbean tech infrastructure stand today? Join Cybersecurity expert Neil Harper as we investigate the slowdown in innovation and standards adoption that could further erode the region's competitiveness and digital integrity. Could 5G benefit the Caribbean? Neil says yes, outlining the surface benefits of the latest in cellular data technologies and how they could provide resilience in a disaster-prone region. 5G offers the opportunity to bolster telecommunications infrastruc...
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32. America's Tech Advantage and the Dangers of Regulatory Overstep - Shane Glynn
What lessons can we learn from the current tech regulation climate in the United States? CPSI Director Shane Glynn joins us for a great discussion on efforts to reign in the juggernauts of the technology sector and the market factors driving the latest wave of scrutiny over household brands like TikTok and Amazon.The Caribbean may not be a major player in global information and technology, but it is a notable customer and beneficiary. Social media proliferation in the region facilitates the d...
Customer Reviews
wide ranging!
This podcast brilliantly fills a much-needed niche, illuminating the region's economic and historical narratives. Rasheed’s mastery of diverse topics is impressive, presenting a well-rounded exploration that’s both informative and engaging. Complemented by an excellent selection of music, the podcast offers an enriching journey into the heart of the Caribbean.