Jus' Ah Conversation

🎉 Welcome to Season 2 of Jus’ Ah Conversation ! We're kicking things off with a hard but necessary topic: the rise in crime across Barbados — and how it's affecting our youth, families, and communities. In this premiere episode, we dive deep into the root causes of crime, the breakdown of social structures, and what we can do to build a safer future. With insight from the field, lived e...

How do we protect the next generation from a health crisis already claiming 83% of lives in Barbados? The Barbados School Nutrition Policy aims to reshape how our children eat, but the challenges run deeper than food choices on a lunch tray. When one in three Barbadian children is already overweight or obese, and we're witnessing hypertension in 13-year-olds and strokes in 30-somethings, we f...

Managing money can be overwhelming, but financial literacy is for everyone —not just those with high incomes. In this episode of Jus’ Ah Conversation , host Aisha Reid and guest host Sharon Austin-Gill-Moore explore the essentials of budgeting, saving, and investing with expert insights from: 💰 Nikita Gibson – Senior VP at Clarity Life Insurance Ltd. and Partner at Castalia Consulting Inc. 📊 Dav...

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 ex...

In this episode of Jus’ Ah Conversation , we explore the challenges faced by children with learning differences such as ADHD, autism, and speech disorders . How well does the Barbadian education system accommodate these students? What gaps exist, and what can be done to improve support for children who learn differently? Hosts Mikul Elcock and Shayla Murrell sit down with Cindy Blades , Lead Thera...

In this powerful episode of Jus' Ah Conversation , Mikul Elcock and Aisha Reid dive into the raw and emotional realities of surviving hurricanes. Drawing from their own experiences—Aisha as an evacuee from Hurricane Katrina and Mikul as a media professional covering the aftermath of devastating storms like Maria and Beryl—they explore the personal toll these natural disasters take on individu...

It’s a new year, and we’re kicking things off with an inspiring conversation about building skills and opportunities for Barbados’ future! In this episode of Just Ah Conversation , hosts Mikul Elcock and Aisha Reid explore the transformative power of technical education and how it’s shaping the island’s workforce and economy. From vocational training to international competitions, technical educat...

In this episode of Jus’ Ah Conversation , hosts Mikul Elcock and Aisha Reid tackle the pressing questions about the state of sports in Barbados. Are we truly investing in our athletes and sporting infrastructure, or are we simply going through the motions? Joined by an all-star lineup of guests—Jamal Estwick, a local cricketer and motorsports enthusiast; Renaldo Gilkes, a sports administrator and...

In this episode of Jus' Ah Conversation , Mikul and Aisha dive into a topic that's close to the hearts (and tables) of Barbadians: growing your own food. With the rising interest in self-sufficiency and sustainable living, we explore how home gardening can transform small spaces into abundant sources of fresh, local produce. Joining the conversation are three incredible guests: Chef Adri...

Welcome to Jus' Ah Conversation – the podcast where we tackle the topics that matter most to Barbadians, blending meaningful discussions with a dash of fun and authenticity. Hosted by Mikul Elcock and Aisha Reid, this series dives into trending issues shaping our lives today—think community stories, hot-button topics, and local insights—all with a relaxed and relatable vibe. From conversation...