Aaron Nibbs has spent most of his life moving between Antigua and the United Kingdom. He lived, worked and earned his Masters of Architecture in London, before moving back to Antigua where he now works for Andrew Goodenough, Architect in English Harbour. Aaron's interests span all things design. In this conversation, we focus on developmental design of our city, communities and historical sites. Follow and connect with Aaron on: Facebook: Aaron Carty-Nibbs Instagram: @aaronnibbs ------- Join the conversation at Grassroots Connection. That's our Whatsapp group where we have ongoing discussions about the issues facing Antigua & Barbuda. To join, DM us on social media or email thenewgrassroots@gmail.com with a short description of yourself and why you'd like to be part of this initiative. ​ For more about The New Grassroots and to get involved, visit: Website: TheNewGrassroots.com Twitter: @GrassrootsANU Instagram: @GrassrootsANU Facebook: @GrassrootsANU

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S3E5: A Sense of Place & History

Eden Bird is an up and coming cannabis connoisseur, massage therapist, and laboratory technician employed at the Department of Analytical Services in Ministry of Agriculture. There, he conducts microbiological analyses and chemical testings on various food, water, and soil samples. Eden holds a Bachelors degree in Molecular Biology from the Midwestern State University. Having a scientific background allows him to experiment and manipulate the active compounds in the cannabis plant into other consumable forms. He aspires to work at a Medical Marijuana Testing Facility where the medicinal components of the plant can be isolated and further analyzed for research. With mixed social reactions to cannabis use and the recent decriminalization, Eden hopes to enlighten the general public on the many uses and benefits of the medicinal herb. Follow and connect with Eden on: Instagram: @dabird268 Instagram: @vapensmoke268 ------- Join the conversation at Grassroots Connection. That's our Whatsapp group where we have ongoing discussions about the issues facing Antigua & Barbuda. To join, DM us on social media or email thenewgrassroots@gmail.com with a short description of yourself and why you'd like to be part of this initiative. ​ For more about The New Grassroots and to get involved, visit: Website: TheNewGrassroots.com Twitter: @GrassrootsANU Instagram: @GrassrootsANU Facebook: @GrassrootsANU

S3E4: The Cannabis Connaisseur

Hempress Divine is an artist in all forms, born and raised in the island of Wadadli (Antigua). Her head and heart mission is to take all the gems earned in this country and radiate it to affect change in the "Ainciousness" of this island and by extension, all across the four corners of the Earth. Hempress has long possessed a zeal for helping others and over time has learned that this is only possible through experience and wisdom. She believes that while life is experienced through a personal scope, that our separation is an illusion. Every thought, action and word of one affects another and so she has "livicated" her life to being a light in any dark space. Follow and connect with Hempress on: Instagram: @hempressdivine Facebook: @hempressdivine ------- Join the conversation at Grassroots Connection. That's our Whatsapp group where we have ongoing discussions about the issues facing Antigua & Barbuda. To join, DM us on social media or email thenewgrassroots@gmail.com with a short description of yourself and why you'd like to be part of this initiative. ​ For more about The New Grassroots and to get involved, visit: Website: TheNewGrassroots.com Twitter: @GrassrootsANU Instagram: @GrassrootsANU Facebook: @GrassrootsANU

S3E3: Reasonments Must Happen

Tiffany Samuel is a writer, poet and aspiring artist. Christa-Joy Burton is a fashion designer, singer/musician and an advocate for the development of the local arts. Together, they co-created the initiative By Old Souls to encourage artistic expression and provide emerging artists with a platform to showcase their original works. Follow and connect with CJ and Tiffany on: Tiffany: @kayafairy CJ: @christajoycarissa By Old Souls: @byoldsouls ------- Join the conversation at Grassroots Connection. That's our Whatsapp group where we have ongoing discussions about the issues facing Antigua & Barbuda. To join, DM us on social media or email thenewgrassroots@gmail.com with a short description of yourself and why you'd like to be part of this initiative. ​ For more about The New Grassroots and to get involved, visit: Website: TheNewGrassroots.com Twitter: @GrassrootsANU Instagram: @GrassrootsANU Facebook: @GrassrootsANU

S3E2: Uncovering Hidden Gems

In addition to her full-time customer service job, Fernella Francis somehow finds the time to be a driving force behind The New Grassroots, as well as owner and makeup artist at Aashka's Beauty. In this conversation, the two founders of NGR discuss the importance of mindfulness in personal and professional settings, the beginning of The New Grassroots, and other life lessons. Enjoy! Follow and connect with Fernella on: Instagram: @fernzish or @aashkasbeauty Twitter: @Fernzish Website: aashkasbeauty.com ------- Join the conversation at Grassroots Connection. That's our Whatsapp group where we have ongoing discussions about the issues facing Antigua & Barbuda. To join, DM us on social media or email thenewgrassroots@gmail.com with a short description of yourself and why you'd like to be part of this initiative. ​ For more about The New Grassroots and to get involved, visit: Website: TheNewGrassroots.com Twitter: @GrassrootsANU Instagram: @GrassrootsANU Facebook: @GrassrootsANU

S3E1: In All Things, Be Mindful

Ras Juba describes himself as an eager young lion on a mission to Rediscover his roots. The Antiguan-born singer/songwriter, is bringing a conscious vibration and a positive meditation to the future generation through his reggae stylings. Enjoy this wide-ranging conversation to close out Season 2 of Grassroots Radio. We will return on June 4 for Season 3! Follow and connect with Juba on: Instagram: @ jubamusic Facebook: @jubamusic Find the full article featured in the introduction see: Eight Emerging Lessons: From Coronavirus to Climate Action. ------- Join the conversation at Grassroots Connection. That's our Whatsapp group where we have ongoing discussions about the issues facing Antigua & Barbuda. To join, DM us on social media or email thenewgrassroots@gmail.com with a short description of yourself and why you'd like to be part of this initiative. ​ For more about The New Grassroots and to get involved, visit: Website: TheNewGrassroots.com Twitter: @GrassrootsANU Instagram: @GrassrootsANU Facebook: @GrassrootsANU

S2S12: Man ah Pree Kulcha

Jahnelle Zoë Teague is a 23-year-old Antiguan currently living in Jamaica as she comes to the end of her legal studies at the Norman Manley Law School. Zoe is also the proud owner of the businesses, Profile268 and ProfileMona, online accessories boutiques. Zoe is full of passion, loves excitement and is looking forward making a meaningful impact in the field of law, perhaps as a Crown prosecutor with the Government of Antigua & Barbuda. In this episode, she shares her perspective on the flaws and loopholes in our legal system that contribute to a culture of silence and sexual hang-ups that have a long-lasting impact on our nation's sexual health and habits.  Follow and connect with Zoe on: Instagram: @zoe.mercedes Twitter: @Talkingteague For business: @profile268; @profilemona ------- Join the conversation at Grassroots Connection. That's our Whatsapp group where we have weekly ongoing discussions about the issues facing Antigua & Barbuda. To join, DM us on social media or email thenewgrassroots@gmail.com with a short description of yourself and why you'd like to be part of this initiative. ​ For more about The New Grassroots and to get involved, visit: Website: TheNewGrassroots.com Twitter: @GrassrootsANU Instagram: @GrassrootsANU Facebook: @GrassrootsANU  

S2S11: When are We Going to Catch Up?

Rosalie Richards is an Antiguan nomad, entrepreneur and digital media marketer, currently transplanted in the British Virgin Islands. She seeks to live boundlessly, love endlessly and to encourage as many people as possible to do the same! From her perspective as someone who works in the online, social world, Rosalie shares her insights and observations about the online world of sex; including why it matters where and how you learn about sex, NSFW (Not Safe For Work) social media, pornography, and the various stigmas we hold that keep us from facing these emerging concerns head on.   Follow and connect with Rosalie on: Instagram: @cestlavibe Twitter: @rosaparksdabenz ------- Join the conversation at Grassroots Connection. That's our Whatsapp group where we have weekly ongoing discussions about the issues facing Antigua & Barbuda. To join, DM us on social media or email thenewgrassroots@gmail.com with a short description of yourself and why you'd like to be part of this initiative. ​ For more about The New Grassroots and to get involved, visit: Website: TheNewGrassroots.com Twitter: @GrassrootsANU Instagram: @GrassrootsANU Facebook: @GrassrootsANU  

S2E10: When Sex Meets Tech

Marseilla Jardine is a mother, writer and spoken word artist. Together with her friend, Ieshea Fabian, she co-created and co-hosts the web series, Let’s Talk Sex! The show aims to change the conversation around sex and life in Antigua & Barbuda. It is the place to have candid conversations about sex, dating and relationships. Follow and connect with Let's Talk Sex! on: Youtube: Let's Talk Sex! Instagram: @letstalksex268 Facebook: @LetsTalkSex268 Email: letstalksex268@gmail.com ------- Join the conversation at Grassroots Connection. That's our Whatsapp group where we have weekly ongoing discussions about the issues facing Antigua & Barbuda. To join, DM us on social media or email thenewgrassroots@gmail.com with a short description of yourself and why you'd like to be part of this initiative. ​ For more about The New Grassroots and to get involved, visit: Website: TheNewGrassroots.com Twitter: @GrassrootsANU Instagram: @GrassrootsANU Facebook: @GrassrootsANU 

S2E9: The Foundation is Intimacy

Ashton Hewlett Fearon is currently a Business Solutions Executive at Digicel and an entrepreneur in the mobile tech industry, having led the production of several mobile apps including TickeTing, the mobile ticketing and events management platform. Mr Fearon formerly oversaw the ICT Cadet Programme for five years as the Programme Coordinator. As the general secretary for the first association for technology professionals in Antigua & Barbuda, Silicon Dadli, Ashton has been instrumental in ensuring that tech professionals and enthusiasts alike, have a home to discuss ideas, strengthen their skills, network and collaborate with other professionals, and have a unified voice to guide the policy development in the ICT Sector. Follow and connect with Sven on: Twitter: @ashton268 Instagram: @ashes268 LinkedIn: Ashton Hewlett Fearon Silicon Dadli: @silicondadli ------- Join the conversation at Grassroots Connection. That's our Whatsapp group where we have weekly ongoing discussions about the issues facing Antigua & Barbuda. To join, DM us on social media or email thenewgrassroots@gmail.com with a short description of yourself and why you'd like to be part of this initiative. For more about The New Grassroots and to get involved, visit: Website: TheNewGrassroots.com Twitter: @GrassrootsANU Instagram: @GrassrootsANU Facebook: @GrassrootsANU  

S2E8: It's All About the Teamwork

After spending 10 years abroad completing a bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, a stint in the corporate world as a web developer, and a master’s degree in Artificial Intelligence, a passion for creation and problem solving led Sven back to Antigua & Barbuda, where he set out on an entrepreneurial path. Through a successful collaboration with three like-minded locals, the award-winning TickeTing App (Antigua’s first electronic event tickets platform) was born and has grown tremendously over its sort lifespan. In addition to TickeTing, Sven runs a small software development studio, Kycsar Creations, teaches part-time at the Antigua State College, and is a founding member and acting President of the Silicon Dadli technical professionals association. Follow and connect with Sven on: Twitter: @dadlian Instagram: @svengenuity Facebook: @sven.james Silicon Dadli: @silicondadli ------- Join the conversation at Grassroots Connection. That's our Whatsapp group where we have weekly ongoing discussions about the issues facing Antigua & Barbuda. To join, DM us on social media or email thenewgrassroots@gmail.com with a short description of yourself and why you'd like to be part of this initiative. For more about The New Grassroots and to get involved, visit: Website: TheNewGrassroots.com Twitter: @GrassrootsANU Instagram: @GrassrootsANU Facebook: @GrassrootsANU  

S2E6: A Problem-solver's Paradise

Ruleo Camacho is a marine ecologist at the National Parks Authority of Antigua & Barbuda. He is an experienced research professional with a Master's degree from the University of Maine, focused on marine biology and marine policy. There he produced his thesis around a community reef management project he spearheaded in the village of Falmouth. Ruleo is a self-described sea-baby and his skillset includes swimming, snorkelling, sailing, and scuba-diving. Follow and connect with Ruleo on: LinkedIn: Ruleo Camacho Instagram: @marineecology268 Facebook: @ruleo.camacho ------- Join the conversation at Grassroots Connection. That's our Whatsapp group where we have weekly ongoing discussions about the issues facing Antigua & Barbuda. To join, DM us on social media or email thenewgrassroots@gmail.com with a short description of yourself and why you'd like to be part of this initiative. For more about The New Grassroots and to get involved, visit: Website: TheNewGrassroots.com Twitter: @GrassrootsANU Instagram: @GrassrootsANU Facebook: @GrassrootsANU  

S2E5: Nature is the Best Engineer

Colin John Jenkins is an architect and project manager with a  passion for promoting sustainable development. He is accredited in Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) from the United States Green Building Council. And in 2018 he became the first WELL Accredited Professional in the Caribbean. Colin also devotes considerable time engaging in social projects and men’s empowerment activism and social research. He serves on the Bureau of Standards’ Environmental Management Committee, is president of his community group, and a co-founder of the Antigua and Barbuda Council on Sustainable Development. Follow and connect with Colin on: Twitter: @ColinJohn_ Instagram: @colinjohnj Facebook: @colinjohn.jenkins Just for fun: @lipsyncfriday ------- Join the conversation at Grassroots Connection. That's our Whatsapp group where we have weekly ongoing discussions about the issues facing Antigua & Barbuda. To join, DM us on social media or email thenewgrassroots@gmail.com with a short description of yourself and why you'd like to be part of this initiative. For more about The New Grassroots and to get involved, visit: Website: TheNewGrassroots.com Twitter: @GrassrootsANU Instagram: @GrassrootsANU Facebook: @GrassrootsANU    

S2E4: Necessary, but Not Always Sexy

George-Ann Ryan a New York-based Antiguan public policy professional with a focus on political economy and economic and political development. She is a Masters of International Affairs (MIA) Candidate at Columbia University's School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA) with a concentration in Economic and Political Development and specialization in Data Analytics and Quantitative Analysis and serves as Chief Financial Officer at The Sadie Collective — an organization dedicated to the representation and advancement of black women in economics. Follow and connect with George-ann on: Twitter: @georgeannjryan Instagram: @georgeannjryan Website: GgeorgeannJRyan.com ------- Join the conversation at Grassroots Connection. That's our Whatsapp group where we have weekly ongoing discussions about the issues facing Antigua & Barbuda. To join, DM us on social media or email thenewgrassroots@gmail.com with a short description of yourself and why you'd like to be part of this initiative. For more about The New Grassroots and to get involved, visit: Website: TheNewGrassroots.com Twitter: @GrassrootsANU Instagram: @grassrootsANU Facebook: @GrassrootsANU          

S2E3: Learning the Language of Power w/ George-ann Ryan

Doylechia Samuel's inner flame shines brightest when she is working with children. Having been a private tutor to many youngsters in her family and community, she is now working towards becoming a teacher. Honour, beauty, and morality are the principles that guide Doylechia's path. Beyond her teaching aspirations, she also plans to establish a home for girls called the JMJ Ray of Life. The home will challenge the existing status quo of "controlling" and "scaring straight" the girls who receive these vital services. ​ ------- Join the conversation at Grassroots Connection. That's our Whatsapp group where we have weekly ongoing discussions about the issues facing Antigua & Barbuda. To join, DM us on social media or email thenewgrassroots@gmail.com with a short description of yourself and why you'd like to be part of this initiative. For more about The New Grassroots and to get involved, visit: Website: TheNewGrassroots.com Twitter: @GrassrootsANU Instagram: @grassrootsANU Facebook: @GrassrootsANU Episode Music Credits: Roots&Fruits -  I Can (Instrumental remake) Akira the Don ft Alan Watts - Who Are you? Akira the Don ft. Jordan Peterson - Clean Up Your Room (Instrumental) ​  

S2E2: Rays of Life (SPECIAL MINISODE)

Grassroots Radio highlights the positive side of life and youth culture in Antigua and Barbuda. We do this through interviews with exceptional young Antiguans and Barbudans about how they see the world, the challenges they face, and what motivates them to keep working towards a bright future for our nation. This podcast is a project of The New Grassroots.

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