In this episode we get to part 4 of 6 of the energy special with Andrew Hosein. We talk about prices - global market prices; prices at the pump; what was the fuel subsidy and the advantages and disadvantages of fixed prices at the pump; LPG and we even touch on CNG - CNG vehicles vs Hybrid/Electric vehicles and so much more! But before that, we chat a bit about the headlines - Vaccines to party in Barbados; Sex Offenders Registry in T&T; Journalism under fire in T&T; and Michael B Jordan launched a rum call ‘J’ouvert’. ~ Originally aired 20th June 2021 #GetOnYourSOAPBOX #SOAPBOX #Season5 #Energy #EnergyPrices #CNG #LPG #WhatsUp

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In this episode, we take a break from the energy sector episodes for a moment to discuss COVID-19 vaccines, particularly in the context of Trinidad and Tobago and where we are in response to the pandemic. More importantly, we have Virology Laboratory Technologist Neeta Oudit as our guest, and she will be discussing: What a vaccine is and what it does, how these COVID-19 vaccines are made, vaccine effectiveness vs efficacy and the risks and benefits of getting vaccinated. As a frontline worker, we thank Neeta for all that she is doing to keep the population safe, and for taking the time to chat with us! ~Originally aired 6th June 2021~ #GetOnYourSOAPBOX #SOAPBOX #Season5 #VACCINES

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In this episode we have two guests! Andrew Hosein brings us the energy sector background and context, the products, services and companies involved in the energy industry and what they do. We also discuss Petrotrin and its shake-up, as well as some of the terms related to the sector that you must have heard before and what they mean. But first, Christophe R. Rodriquez tells us ‘What’s Up!?’ with the State of Emergency! ~Originally aired 23rd May 2021~

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SOAPBOX IS BACK! Season 5 will feature our long awaited Energy Sector episodes! But first our Season opener takes us through some of the highlights and the things you might have missed while we were on break. Follow us on social media and subscribe to our streaming platforms to catch us every Sunday at 6pm(AST). #SOAPBOX #SOAPBOXcbean #GetOnYourSOAPBOX #Podcast NB: Statistics quoted are as at 09May21.

SOAPBOX S5.E1_Season Opener

~Originally aired 21st March 2021 It’s a wrap! That’s it for Season 2 of SOCA or Die! Season 2 surpassed our expectations – thanks to our listeners and our viewers, our guests and the team! This season, we had our first guest, took viewer comments, had some serious conversations, gave ideas/tips and HAD FUN! Despite the pandemic, the Soca for 2021 did not disappoint and in this wrap-up we re-cap Carnival 2021 and Season 2…but we’re not done yet… stay tuned to our social media to see what we’re up to next! #SOCA #SOCAorDie #SOAPBOX #Carnival2021

SOCA or Die S2.E10_SOCA Wrap-up

~Originally aired 14th Feb 2021 Our very first guest on #SOD, the “humble, happy creator” RisAnne Martin joins us! RisAnne is a wearable art and costume designer, a stylist and a youth mentor. You may know her for her Brown Cotton Caribbean fashion brand; as a designer for mas band Lost Tribe; for her Youtube Channel “Style by Style we Stand”; for styling some of the biggest names in SOCA; for her youth mentorship and workshops throughout the Caribbean region; or for her work in the advertising industry. We get into a bit of it all as we chat about her process, her motivation, sustainable fashion and sustainable mas. She shares her artistic journey and some inspiration! #SOCAorDie #SOAPBOX #Carnival2021 #CarnivalArts #CreativeSector #SOD

SOCA or Die S2.E9_Styling SOCA

Well, the debate was hot with this one! Which one was the better riddim: Dougla Riddim or 4D Riddim? We also need production experts to settle our debate on the 4D Riddim – somebody get #Swappi or #1stKlase on the line please! The crew discusses best riddims, how soca riddims have evolved, if new artistes should get on a riddims and what makes a good riddim. Do you agree with us? Tell us your favourite riddim in the comments! #SOCAorDie #Carnival2021 #SOAPBOX #Podcast

SOCA or Die S2.E8_SOCA Riddims

People love Soca! They also like #SOCAorDIE! We’re happy to get the conversation going with our viewers and listeners and they’ve been sending us some of their comments and questions! In this episode we check-in with Soca lovers and #SOD listeners. Special thanks you Duane, Harmony Farrell, @SMB and @soca_jetsetta for their comments. Send us your text, audio or video comments and you too could be featured in future SOCA or Die content! Also, listen to our audio-only podcast on sound streaming platforms. #SOCAorDie #SOD #SOAPBOX #soapboxcbean

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#Culture-in-culture: The sub-genre continues to grow and has been a staple of Trinbago culture. We get into some of the panel’s earliest memories of Chutney Soca, some of the best songs, big names and…what is a discussion on Chutney Soca without mentioning Chris Garcia…multiple times! As usual we talk about the serious side of things too like music export strategy; audience targeting and some socio-cultural reflections. We don’t pretend to know the full scope of Chutney Soca, but we’re gonna talk about it anyway! We have lots of questions and maybe you can help… #SOCAorDie #SOD #season2 #SOAPBOX #soapboxcbean #ChutneySoca #Carnival2021 #podcast

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In this episode we relive some of the best music video moments in Soca and trace music video trends over the years from the TV era videos: Denise and Ghetto Flex / Machel and Beenie Man to the Synergy era: Surge etc.; to the current Youtube, new era: Machel and Angela Hunte / Nessa Preppy. ...we also trace Swappi’s transformation #BridgertonSwappi Are female artistes “out-videoing” the guys? Tell us some of you favourite or most memorable videos! #dontskitme

SOCA or Die S2.E5_SOCA Videos

Despite the pandemic, artistes continue to entertain us – on social media, without singing! Let’s discuss how artistes are using social platforms to engage us, how this changes the dynamic between artistes and listeners and what it means for their brand. Are artistes effectively using social media to build and expand their brand – intentionally or unintentionally? Which ones are “winning the internet”? We touch on this as well as on the initial position of the NCC to not host any (virtual) events for the Carnival season and how important it is to stimulate economic activity locally, despite not having tourists.

SOCA or Die S2.E4_Social SOCA

It’s us again, we’re discussing virtual fetes…or are they really virtual concerts? Because they are two different things right? Either way, it’s likely that half the panel will not attend but let's recap some of the past virtual events and what will set future events apart. It's also safe to say that we've copyrighted '#socajesus'! The fete calendar looks really different this year. How much are you willing to pay for a virtual concert/fete? Follow us on IG and Twitter @soapboxcbean to keep the conversation going! #SOCAorDie #SOD

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Soapbox is a podcast series giving young people a voice and platform to discuss current affairs and issues that matter. The podcasts are primarily audio episodes, with video episodes being used in special circumstances. Podcasts are a great and convenient way to engage young people using new media, which is a significant enabler of publishing and distributing content. All Soapbox guests and co-hosts are youth – (emerging) leaders in their field, passionate about developing our country and region.

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