Jus' Ah Conversation

• Aligning Technical and Vocational Education with the Industry Needs of Barbados

  Barbados’ future depends on how well our education system prepares students for the realities of the workforce. In this episode of Jus’ Ah Conversation, we take a deep dive into how technical and vocational education (TVET) can help bridge the gap between classrooms and careers.Hosts Mikul Elcock and Shayla Murrell are joined by: 🔹 Erika Watson, Programme Manager at the Ministry of Labour, Social Security & Third Sector 🔹 Shanika A. Best, Employment Relations Advisor at the Barbados Employers’ Confederation 🔹 Dario Walcott, workforce development and certification specialistTogether, they unpack the skills mismatch between training and employment, explore the role of apprenticeships and private-sector partnerships, and discuss what must change to make technical and vocational careers more attractive to Barbados’ next generation.🎙️ Are we preparing students for real opportunities, or are we leaving them behind in the classroom?Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and wherever you listen.

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• From Bars To Bridges: Forging Second Chances After Incarceration | S2 EP 9

  You’ve done your time behind bars and have now rejoined society. But where do you go next in breaking the cycle and starting over, especially in a society that is not ready to forgive or forget?In this episode, hosts Mikul and Aisha sit down with three men who have felt the impact of incarceration and are building new paths for others through education, entrepreneurship and community work.🔉 Glenroy Babb – President, Alliance of Reform Minded Entrepreneurs🔉  Curtis Bascombe – Member, Benevolent Anger Management Project🔉  Prince Pilgrim – Member, Benevolent Anger Management Project🎧 Watch, share, and join the conversation in the comments. And for more information on the work of the Alliance of Reform Minded Entrepreneurs, email [email protected], or call 243-2673.#JusAhConversation #SecondChances #FromBarsToBridges #LifeAfterIncarceration

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• Last Wishes: Why You Should Leave Your Family Protected After Death

  Death is never easy to talk about. But if we don’t have the conversation now, our families may be left carrying not just grief — but also financial burdens, legal confusion, and emotional stress.In this powerful episode of Jus’ Ah Conversation, hosts Mikul and Aisha sit down with three experts to break down why preparing your last wishes matters more than ever:Tyrone S. Lowe – Insurance & Financial Advisor with 36+ years of experience in life insurance, financial planning, and legacy protection.Kerrilyn Walters – Attorney-at-law specializing in wills, estates, family law, and conveyancing.Kyesha Applewhaite – Manager of Legal Services at a financial institution, with expertise in commercial and property law.We discuss:How financial planning and insurance can protect your loved ones after you’re goneWhy every family should talk about wills and estate planningHow to view last wishes as a gift of love, peace, and security🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Buzzsprout & more.#JusAhConversation #LastWishes #FamilyProtection #BarbadosPodcast #FinancialLiteracy #LegacyPlanning

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• From Whispers to Alarms: When the Body Speaks

  Long before illness shouts, your body sends quiet warnings — but are you paying attention?In this episode of Jus’ Ah Conversation, hosts Mikul and Aisha explore how to catch those early signs before they turn into major health problems.With:💪 Jurad Mason – Classic Physique Athlete, CAC medalist, and certified personal trainer.🩺 Dr. Lana Husbands – Medical Practitioner and preventative health advocate.🥗 Roderick Lashley – Nutritionist and Body Transformation Specialist.We discuss:The small signals that often get ignoredWhy waiting until it’s “urgent” can be too lateHow fitness, nutrition, and medical care can work together to keep you healthy🎧 Available now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts & more.

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• Beyond the Mainstream : A Look at Alternative Sports in Barbados

  From karate to skateboarding to surfing, Barbados is home to athletes and coaches who have built thriving communities in sports outside the traditional spotlight.In this episode, hosts Mikul and Fabian sit down with three pioneers who’ve each helped shape the landscape of alternative sports on the island:Kelly Payne – Karate instructor, mental health therapist, third-degree black belt, international competitor, and youth counsellor.Adrian Bowen – Skateboard coach, President of the Skateboard Association of Barbados, head coach at Push Skate Academy, with over 20 years in skating and rollerblading.Andre Gittens – Surfer, former Barbados Surfing Association team manager, international surf judge, founder of the East Coast Boardriders Club, and father of World Surf League competitor Ocean Gittens.Together, we explore the passion, resilience, and culture behind these sports — and what it means for the next generation of athletes in Barbados.✨ Whether you’ve ever stepped on a board, strapped into a gi, or paddled into a wave — this is a conversation worth catching.🔗 Watch full episodes on YouTube: [link] 🔊 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & all major platforms.

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