RG Podcast

Using food and nutrition to support human health is not new. Research suggests, however, that a food-first approach could be an important factor in healthcare of the future.   Functional nutrition is a subset of functional medicine. Functional medicine views the body as a whole, not taking issues that arise in isolation. Food has the power to heal or harm and the practice of functional nutrition c...

The third and final part to this three part captive industry series.  We hear about emerging trends from industry experts Yanique Miller (Aon), Irish Aleria (Ocorian) as well as Timae Flood from the Bermuda Monetary Authority.   Irish Aleria joined the Ocorian Bermuda office in 2019 and has over 16 years of combined experience in accounting, audit and financial services. She specializes in account...

Fascia covers us everywhere from head to toe, skin to bone. Fascia penetrates through all our cells and tissues.   If fascia is the word for our connective tissue system, what are the benefits of having fascial stretch? In this episode of Best Health we speak to Fascial Stretch Therapist, M’Lynn Ganey of the Centre for Orthopaedic Medicine, about the specialised therapeutic technique and its profo...

Part 2 of this exciting captive series focuses on the Education pillar of the Bermuda Captive Network: key goals and initiatives to promote the captive industry.    Nkechi Kiki Oyemhen Senior Vice President – Insurance Team Leader Kiki leads the insurance team, with management responsibility for the insurance and claims functions for Marsh Captive Bermuda. As Client Executive and Insurance Manager...

FEET. Highly specialised structures. The foundation of much of our movement. Our connection to the earth. But, what about when feet develop a problem in their intricate network of bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, blood vessels, and nerves? In this episode of Best Health we speak to podiatrist, Natalie Bennett of Arches Podiatry, about the specialised care and therapy for your feet and all that i...

In this episode of Navigate series, listen in to the leaders in the Captive industry and find out about the upcoming Captive conference, key themes and aims, being held on September 12-13th in Bermuda. Grainne Richmond joined Aon Insurance Managers (Bermuda) Ltd. in September 2022 as Executive Vice President, Head of Captives. Prior to joining Aon, she was Vice President of Strategic Risk Solution...

In This Episode of Best Health, we speak with Dr. Charles Swart to learn not only about the types of pain that can cause suffering to many. We also learn about the professional methods Dr. Swart engages with in order to intervene in a person’s experience with pain to assist them to live a better and more fulfilling life.    Dr. Charles Swart is an Oxford-trained anaesthetist and pain management sp...

In this episode of the Navigate Series, Tanya Beattie Head of Actuarial at Grant Thornton Bermuda describes GTs global network, their decision to move into the Bermuda market place and their top three objectives for 2023.   Tanya joined the firm as a Director in early 2022, leading the P&C Actuarial team in Grant Thornton Ireland and, as of the start of 2023, is the Head of Actuarial for Grant Tho...

In This Episode of Best Health…. We speak with Maureen Ryan about how her meditation practice of twenty-five years influences her offerings as a physiotherapist and thus client healing processes.    Maureen Ryan is a registered physiotherapist in Bermuda. She is also a provider of services in the techniques of myofascial release, acupuncture and craniosacral therapy through her private practice, M...

In this episode of the Navigate Series, listen to an in depth analysis of the Bermuda commercial and residential real estate market and what we can expect going into 2023.   Buddy Rego commenced his real estate career working in the family business, Rego Limited, established in 1949. Following University, Buddy worked in Hong Kong for over 5 years in Foreign Exchange and Precious Metal markets.  ...

In This Episode of Best Health, we speak with Feven Binega-Northcott on the positive impact a birth doula provides parents for their pregnancy and birthing experience.  Feven Binega-Northcott is a birth and postpartum doula and childbirth educator in Bermuda. She has been doing this work for fourteen years. In recent years, Feven transitioned to doing this work full-time following a career as a Mo...

In this episode of the Navigate Series, hear BCB’s initiative in helping first time buyers to get on the property ladder, their key strategies and an outlook on the banking industry in Bermuda for 2023.   Neville Grant is the Chief Executive Officer of Bermuda Commercial Bank.  Neville’s nearly 30-year business career includes a number of senior roles in banking formally with HSBC, both locally an...

In this episode of Best Health, we’re getting expert fitness advice from two people who have done the hard yards – literally.    Retired track and field athletes turned personal trainers, Dre and Jermain help us navigate through the fitness noise and provide realistic, sustainable health guidance to get us ready for 2023.   For more information and training support, you can contact Hindssight Fitn...

 What kind of a year has it been for Bermuda in 2022 and what can we expect for 2023?   Nathan Kowalski Nathan is the Chief Financial Officer and Senior Portfolio Manager at Anchor Investment Management Ltd. He sits on the firm’s investment, compliance, and finance committees and has been with the company since 2003. Nathan holds a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA), Chartered Financial Analy...

In this episode of Best Health, we welcome Carrie Lee into the Sound Lounge to separate health facts from fiction.   Podcast Summary​   In this episode of Best Health, we’re covering the commonly misunderstood facts and myths surrounding fitness and nutrition.    Will I get bulky if I lift weights? Can I lose fat on targeted areas of my body?   Carrie Lee, one of Bermuda’s favourite Personal Train...

In this episode of Best Health, we’re talking all things postpartum.    What exactly are baby blues? How do I know if it’s more than that?   Angela Hovi, one of Bermuda’s biggest supporters of women through the postpartum period is here to guide us through the physical and mental realities new parents face.   Angela is both a personal trainer with a focus on pregnancy and postpartum fitness, as we...

In a rapidly changing financial environment, learn about KBRA’s approach to ESG in the credit rating process and how it is keeping pace as issues evolve.   Patrick Welch is Chief ESG & Ratings Policy Officer at Kroll Bond Rating Agency (KBRA), responsible for leading all aspects of KBRA’s commitment as an ESG-focused firm, delivering to investors the highest quality credit analysis and research. P...

In this episode of the Navigate Series, understand more about Emerging trends for the Captive Insurance Industry and how it forms part of risk management solutions in the current hardening market   Grainne Richmond Grainne Richmond FCA, is currently Executive Vice President, Head of Captives at Aon Bermuda.  Ms Richmond has over 20 years in the Bermuda And Cayman Captive business with prior roles...

In this episode of Best Health, we’re chatting through the basic principles of yoga and Pilates, and counting through their seemingly endless benefits.     But can yoga really benefit anyone?  Do you have to be strong already to start Pilates?   Akilah Beckles, one of Bermuda’s leading yoga and Pilates instructors is in the studio to answer these questions and more, as she guides us through the ba...

In this episode of the Navigate Series, learn more about a twin engine that enables people to be successful in both their careers and living in Bermuda.    Sylvia Jones has built a twin-engine vehicle that fulfills her vision for enabling people to be successful in their careers and in their life in Bermuda.  Corporate Concierge is a relocation and destination services provider and over the past f...

In this episode of Best Health, we discuss all things gut health.    What does a healthy gut do for us?  And do prebiotics, or probiotics really help?    Dr Suraia Barclay, Bermuda’s leading gastroenterologist is in the studio to put the record straight when it comes to separating gut fact from fiction, and why it is so important to check your sources when it comes to medical advice.    For furthe...

In this episode of the Navigate Series, find out more about how you can connect with other leaders, develop your skills and be heard, with our guests from the Institute of Directors in Bermuda.   Michelle Cardwell Michelle currently is a Director/Consultant for The Pillars Consultancy Limited a company incorporated in Oct 2019. Michelle has over 18 years’ experience within the financial, insurance...

In this episode of Best Health, we discuss all things sleep related. What does good sleep really look like? How can less than optimal sleep impact our mental and physical health? Dorothy Bradshaw, sleep expert and founder of The 41st Wink is in the studio to help us understand why good sleep is the foundation of our overall health and gives us some tips to try at home.   For further information, y...

In this episode of the Navigate Series, understand more about how the legal profession is the driving force behind Bermuda being the risk capital of the world.   Brad Adderley is the Managing Partner of Appleby’s Bermuda office. He is also head of the Corporate practice in Bermuda and the Insurance & Reinsurance global sector leader at Appleby.   Brad has extensive experience in the insurance and...

In This Episode of Best Health, we welcome Bermudian psychologist Dr Shawnee Basden into the studio to learn about the most common types of eating disorders, and the warning signs to look out for in our children and loved ones.   Did you know that eating disorders among adolescents have doubled since the beginning of the pandemic?   Dr Shawnee Basden is on hand to explain why Covid-19 created the...