On the Record (Bahamas)

This week, Jerome Sawyer is On the Record from North Eleuthera with the legendary Bahamian artist, Eddie Minnis, for a sweeping look at his decades-long career. Minnis explains the story behind his highly influential visual art, detailing how he refined his signature technique using the palette knife to capture the raw beauty of the Bahamas. He also discusses the social impact of his celebrated po...

Jerome Sawyer is On the Record from Canada, joining the Ministry of Tourism Investments and Aviation on its global sales mission to Montreal and Toronto. This episode explores the strategicJerome Sawyer is On the Record from Canada, joining the Ministry of Tourism Investments and Aviation on its global sales mission to Montreal and Toronto. This episode explores the strategic campaign designed to...

Host Megan Shepard welcomes Hands for Hunger Executive Director Kesha Ellis to On The Record for an insightful discussion on the nonprofit's crucial mission to eradicate hunger inHost Megan Shepard welcomes Hands for Hunger Executive Director Kesha Ellis to On The Record for an insightful discussion on the nonprofit's crucial mission to eradicate hunger in The Bahamas. Discover the innovative prog...

Go behind the gates of the brand new, state-of-the-art United States Embassy in Nassau with host Jerome Sawyer on this special edition of On The Record. Charge d'Affaires Kimberly Furnish joins the show to discuss the $227 million facility's significance as a symbol of the enduring US-Bahamas relationship and its role in diplomacy, security, and consular services. We also hear from Commander Victo...

Join Jerome Sawyer tonight on On the Record as he reports live from Exuma for the historic groundbreaking of the Rosewood Exuma development. Jerome sits down with Yntegra Group CEO Filipe McClean to discuss this highly anticipated project, promising luxury tourism and significant economic growth for the Exumas. Discover the vision behind this ambitious endeavour, its commitment to sustainability,...

Join Jerome Sawyer tonight on On the Record as he sits down with Commodore Floyd Moxey, the ninth commander of the Royal Bahamas Defense Force. Commodore Moxey delves into the crucial mission of protecting Bahamian borders, discussing the ambitious plans to modernize the RBDF fleet and enhance its operational capacity. He also addresses the future of the vital Rangers program, ongoing efforts to c...

Join Jerome Sawyer tonight on On the Record as he delves into the future of the University of The Bahamas, the nation's premier institution for higher learning. He sits down with UB's new President, Dr. Robert Blaine III, and members of the Board of Trustees to discuss the university's crucial journey towards securing national and international accreditation. Discover how this transformative miles...

Tune into the On the Record podcast for a profound and unfiltered conversation with Trevor Davis, the visionary leader of the Valley Boys. Host Jerome Sawyer delves into Davis's unprecedented journey through Junkanoo, exploring the deep-seated origins of the Valley Boys' historic split, the contention over its legacy, and his bold, transformative vision to evolve Junkanoo into a thriving, internat...

Join Jerome Sawyer tonight on On the Record for a special farewell edition with His Excellency Tom Hartley, the outgoing British High Commissioner to The Bahamas. Reflect on his impactful tenure since 2022, from his unique "baptism by fire" arrival during the Queen's passing to fostering stronger UK-Bahamas ties. Discover his proudest achievements, including a significant boost in education schola...

Tune in to On The Record hosted by Jerome Sawyer for an in-depth conversation with Minister Wayne Monroe. We break down the controversial new biometric voter ID system, reveal insights into falling crime rates, and explore the transformation of the correctional facility. Don't miss this crucial update on Bahamian national security!    

Guest: Dr. Sean Leonardo Knowles, Physician Under the theme of Mental Health Awareness Month, Jerome Sawyer sits down with psychiatrist Dr. Sean Leonardo Knowles to confront the deepening mental health crisis in The Bahamas. Together they unpack the alarming rise in suicide—especially among men—and the widespread stigma that keeps so many suffering in silence. Dr. Knowles urges a national response...

Guest  Father Ethan Ferguson - Rector, Holy Cross Parish As Bahamians wrestle with rising crime, mental health struggles, and a generation drifting from faith, On the Record asks: has the true meaning of Easter been lost? This week, host Jerome Sawyer sits down with Father Ethan Ferguson, Director of Holy Cross Parish, for a candid conversation about the spiritual state of the nation. Together, th...

Guest: Aisha Bowe - Bahamian Astronaut Tonight on On the Record, Jerome Sawyer reconnects with one of the most inspiring Bahamians of our time—Aisha Bowe. Just over two years ago, she joined us as a former NASA rocket scientist with dreams of reaching space. Now, she returns—an astronaut. From carrying the Bahamian flag and conch chowder beyond the stratosphere to conducting cutting-edge science a...

Guest: Arinthia Komolafe - Aspiring FNM Candidate  In this episode of On the Record, Jerome Sawyer sits down with one of the most talked-about figures in Bahamian politics—Arinthia Komolafe. She made history as the first woman to lead a political party, then shocked the nation by stepping away. But now, she’s back—under a different banner, with a new vision, and a message that just might reshape t...

Guests: Iram Lewis - Central Grand Bahama Member of Parliament  Lincoln Bain - Coalition of Independents Leader In this gripping episode of On the Record, host Jerome Sawyer sits down with Central Grand Bahama MP Iram Lewis following his dramatic departure from the Free National Movement and his surprise alignment with the Coalition of Independents (COI), led by Lincoln Bain. Lewis explains that h...