http://www.blogtalkradio.com/caribdirectDavid Roberts & Trevor Carter welcome you to the Caribbean Close Up (CCU) radio show, a weekly one hour internet broadcast focussing on issues and events that affect the global Caribbean community. CCU seeks to raise the veil from business, entertainment and society laying bare details that may guide, enlighten or protect members of those respective groups or the general public. This show is open to people who have a keen intrest in the Caribbean and want to support both develpment and commercial projects in the Caribbean and the United Kingdom.We look forward to your participation.enBlogTalkRadio.com. All Rights Reserved.Sat, 15 Jun 2019 09:30:00 GMTThu, 31 Mar 2011 17:00:00 GMTCultureBlogTalkRadio Feed v2.0https://dasg7xwmldix6.cloudfront.net/hostpics/2bb45ed2-a8a2-4816-891e-d231b42eaa90_caribbean_closeup_logo2_opt.jpghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/caribdirectDavid Roberts & Trevor Carter welcome you to the Caribbean Close Up (CCU) radio show, a weekly one hour internet broadcast focussing on issues and events that affect the global Caribbean community. CCU seeks to raise the veil from business, entertainment and society laying bare details that may guide, enlighten or protect members of those respective groups or the general public. This show is open to people who have a keen intrest in the Caribbean and want to support both develpment and commercial projects in the Caribbean and the United Kingdom.We look forward to your participation.feeds@blogtalkradio.comBlogTalkRadio.comculture,business,carnival,africa,american,art,arts,atiya,author,awardscaribdirectnoDavid Roberts & Trevor Carter welcome you to the Caribbean Close Up (CCU) radio show, a weekly one hour internet broadcast focussing on issues and events thatepisodichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/caribdirect/2011/03/31/for-the-love-of-carnivalCulturehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/caribdirect/2011/03/31/for-the-love-of-carnival/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/caribdirect/2011/03/31/for-the-love-of-carnivalThu, 31 Mar 2011 17:00:00 GMTFor the love of CarnivalGenesis Carnival Company was established in 1980 by Vernon ‘Fellows’ Williams. Vernon Williams was also a founder member of the Notting Hill Carnival in 1964 when he and a group of fellow musicians left the Colherne Pub in Earl’s Court and played music in the streets along Ladbroke Grove and Acklam Road with a large following of people dancing in the streets. This was the foundation of what the carnival street parade is today. Vernon's daughter and new leader Symone Williams speaks with CCU Radio on Thursday 31st March about the journey and her love for Carnival costume designing.00:55:00caribdirectnoCarnival,Costume,Notting Hill,Caribbean,CreativityGenesis Carnival Company was established in 1980 by Vernon ‘Fellows’ Williams. Vernon Williams was also a founder member of the Notting Hill Carnival in 1964 whhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/caribdirect/2011/03/10/discover-how-to-living-in-freedom-everydayCulturehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/caribdirect/2011/03/10/discover-how-to-living-in-freedom-everyday/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/caribdirect/2011/03/10/discover-how-to-living-in-freedom-everydayThu, 10 Mar 2011 18:00:00 GMTDiscover how to Live In Freedom EverydayAn enlightened human being and spiritual guide, Atiya is often viewed as a contemporary muse / oracle inspiring countless others to find their creative genius and to discover and tap into their divine gifts in their pursuit of happiness and self-determination. Atiya has a well-rounded background including over 20 years experience in Mass Communication and Personal Development. She is a professional trainer-for-trainers, the author of From Ordinary to Extraordinary and a charismatic inspirational speaker who has spoken at various universities and events throughout the United States as well as ministered at numerous spiritual houses throughout the US and in Canada. 00:56:00caribdirectnoAtiya,Author,Spiritual,Inspirational,MotivationalAn enlightened human being and spiritual guide, Atiya is often viewed as a contemporary muse / oracle inspiring countless others to find their creative genius ahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/caribdirect/2011/02/17/for-the-love-of-cricketCulturehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/caribdirect/2011/02/17/for-the-love-of-cricket/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/caribdirect/2011/02/17/for-the-love-of-cricketThu, 17 Feb 2011 18:00:00 GMTFor the love of cricketIngram Jones is a professional Cricket development officer and UKCC2/ECB coach who has been coaching for over 10 years. His coaching experience spans from working at local cricket clubs, to coaching for Lords and part of the Middlesex staff. Since 2003 he has been leading teams to successful finals in Kwik Cricket tournaments to league champions. He has worked tirelessly to encourage young people to play cricket. Ingram will speak with CCU on Thursday evening, 6pm. Stay tuned. 01:04:00caribdirectnoIngram Jones,Cricket,Lords,Melbourne,CoachIngram Jones is a professional Cricket development officer and UKCC2/ECB coach who has been coaching for over 10 years. His coaching experience spans from worhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/caribdirect/2010/12/16/the-business-of-good-healthCulturehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/caribdirect/2010/12/16/the-business-of-good-health/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/caribdirect/2010/12/16/the-business-of-good-healthThu, 16 Dec 2010 18:00:00 GMTThe business of good healthLeah Salmon founder of Davidel.com has been working in the world of complementary health and nutrition for over 9 years. She has taught seminars, run children’s workshops on simple healthy food preparation and smoothie making, been interviewed on local and national radio stations and written articles for several national magazines and newspapers on many aspects of health, nutrition and diet. Leah’s work, experience and knowledge has evolved over the years, from advising her family and friends to advanced metabolic typing programs and natural nutrition coaching programs, where she helps people to discover their body’s natural diet and build their diet and lifestyle programs with that as a starting point. Tune in to this interview on Thursday for a great insight into Davidel.01:00:00caribdirectnoHealth,Davidel,Nutrition,Herbalism,HealingLeah Salmon founder of Davidel.com has been working in the world of complementary health and nutrition for over 9 years. She has taught seminars, run childrhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/caribdirect/2010/12/09/black-beauty-on-canvas-being-a-celebrity-djCulturehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/caribdirect/2010/12/09/black-beauty-on-canvas-being-a-celebrity-dj/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/caribdirect/2010/12/09/black-beauty-on-canvas-being-a-celebrity-djThu, 09 Dec 2010 18:00:00 GMTBlack Beauty on canvas / Being a Celebrity DJ Caribbean Close Up interviews Jason Grant founder of Blackartnudes, the UK’s first online gallery and website dedicated to artistic nudes of women from African and Caribbean origin. Jason who is a self-taught photographer based in London will describe how, blackartnudes offers images that are bold, sensual, provocative, captivating and alluring on Thursday at 6pm GMT / Caribbean Close Up interviews Daddy Ernie, a hugely popular UK radio personality / DJ who presented the first reggae programme outside of Jamaica five days a week on Britain's mainstream radio. He's live at 6.30pm GMT.00:59:00caribdirectnoBlack Beauty,Art,Celebrity,Disc Jockey,JamaicaCaribbean Close Up interviews Jason Grant founder of Blackartnudes, the UK’s first online gallery and website dedicated to artistic nudes of women from Africanhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/caribdirect/2010/11/25/the-business-of-comedy--the-value-of-making-people-laughCulturehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/caribdirect/2010/11/25/the-business-of-comedy--the-value-of-making-people-laugh/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/caribdirect/2010/11/25/the-business-of-comedy--the-value-of-making-people-laughThu, 25 Nov 2010 18:00:00 GMTThe business of comedy - The value of making people laughProgressive Entertainment (The American Promotion Group) “PE” is an event planning and marketing group, founded in London (2003) with strategic ties to New York. PE has continually sought to produce and market high-calibre events for young professionals in London and throughout New York. Drawing from their knowledge-base in both the New York and London social scenes, they offer uniquely cutting-edge life-style events that everyone can enjoy. Through intense attention to detail and a never-yielding dedication to excellence, PE's events attract socialites from all around the world. They leverage their existing professional network, technical know-how and sheer momentum to continue to provide events that consistently remain on the forefront of the London social scene. Some of these events include Music Concerts, Comedy Shows, Salsa/RnB Dinner/Dance parties, Spoken Word & Live music showcases, Live jazz evenings, Independent Movie screenings, product launches, book signings and speed dating socials. PE's goal has never been to merely entertain, but rather to combine talented professionals and good music within an exquisite cabaret to patent a uniquely enjoyable experience that cannot be duplicated. This is PE, this is their movement… 01:03:00caribdirectnoComedy,American,Socialites,Professionals,QualityProgressive Entertainment (The American Promotion Group) “PE” is an event planning and marketing group, founded in London (2003) with strategic ties to New Yorkhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/caribdirect/2010/11/18/a-quest-for-african-economic-liberationCulturehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/caribdirect/2010/11/18/a-quest-for-african-economic-liberation/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/caribdirect/2010/11/18/a-quest-for-african-economic-liberationThu, 18 Nov 2010 18:00:00 GMTA quest for African economic liberationShabaka Thompson, CEO of the Carnival Village and originally from Trinidad & Tobago is a cultural activist and social engineer who has worked in community politics for over two decades in Canada, Trinidad, Britain and Africa. Shabaka who is also a lecturer on Carnival Arts across Britain’s schools colleagues and universities once served as the chief executive officer of the world famous Notting Hill Carnival where he contributed to the development and sustenance of African Art and all its related industries. An extremely conscious man, Shabaka’s vision is for the economic liberation of African people. His set mission is to deliver this mandate through empowerment, leadership and the development of sustainable institutions and communities throughout the African Diaspora. 01:08:00caribdirectnoAfrica,Economics,Liberation,Carnival,ArtsShabaka Thompson, CEO of the Carnival Village and originally from Trinidad & Tobago is a cultural activist and social engineer who has worked in community polithttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/caribdirect/2010/11/11/in-business-be-creative-keep-going-and-never-give-Culturehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/caribdirect/2010/11/11/in-business-be-creative-keep-going-and-never-give-/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/caribdirect/2010/11/11/in-business-be-creative-keep-going-and-never-give-Thu, 11 Nov 2010 18:00:00 GMTIn business, be creative, 'KEEP GOING' and never give up!!Not many of us know how the tea we drink is made. More particularly not many Caribbean people are aware we have a Caribbean tea manufacturing company owned and operated by a Caribbean man. Mark Dalgety from Guyana and the recipient of several prestigous awards, founded Dalgety Teas, a company that exports fine quality tea using Caribbean raw material, to the United Kingdom, Europe, China, the Caribbean and Morocco. Mark will speak with us tomorrow Thursday 11th November about his incredible journey as an inventor and businessman.01:06:00caribdirectnoBusiness,Tea,Export,Challenge,SatisfactionNot many of us know how the tea we drink is made. More particularly not many Caribbean people are aware we have a Caribbean tea manufacturing company owned andhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/caribdirect/2010/11/05/feel-the-fear-but-do-it-anywayCulturehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/caribdirect/2010/11/05/feel-the-fear-but-do-it-anyway/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/caribdirect/2010/11/05/feel-the-fear-but-do-it-anywayFri, 05 Nov 2010 11:00:00 GMTFeel the fear but do it anyway!!The recipient of several awards including, ‘Best TV Show’ for Sisterhood at the BEFFTA Awards and in 2010 she was nominated as ‘Role Model of the Year’ for the South London Press Awards, no nonsense, Kubi Springer launched her inaugural book entitled ‘What is FABULOUS?’ which is a collection of over 50 interviews from successful women featured on the Sisterhood TV Show, including but are not limited to: Iyanla Vanzant (100 Most Influential Black Americans), Dr Juanita Bynum (Minister & Bestselling Author), Brenda Braxton (USA Grammy Award Winner & Broadway Star) and Nia Long (NAACP Award Winner & Hollywood Actress) to name a few. Kubi will speak with us about her life from 11am to 12.00 noon. 01:00:00caribdirectnoAwards,Entrepreneur,Business,Success,Role ModelThe recipient of several awards including, ‘Best TV Show’ for Sisterhood at the BEFFTA Awards and in 2010 she was nominated as ‘Role Model of the Year’ for thehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/caribdirect/2010/10/29/celebrating-youth-excellenceCulturehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/caribdirect/2010/10/29/celebrating-youth-excellence/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/caribdirect/2010/10/29/celebrating-youth-excellenceFri, 29 Oct 2010 10:00:00 GMTCelebrating Youth Excellence / Feel the fear but do it anyway!1.Esha Johnson has been working endless long hours for young people, by organising a fundraising event for those young people who have started ventures but cannot fulfil them due to insufficient finance. Esha will speak to us live from 11am to 11.30am on CCU to tell us about her work with kids and how she inspires them. ----------------------------------------------------------- 2.The recipient of several awards including, ‘Best TV Show’ for Sisterhood at the BEFFTA Awards and in 2010 she was nominated as ‘Role Model of the Year’ for the South London Press Awards, no nonsense, Kubi Springer launched her inaugural book entitled ‘What is FABULOUS?’ which is a collection of over 50 interviews from successful women featured on the Sisterhood TV Show, including but are not limited to: Iyanla Vanzant (100 Most Influential Black Americans), Dr Juanita Bynum (Minister & Bestselling Author), Brenda Braxton (USA Grammy Award Winner & Broadway Star) and Nia Long (NAACP Award Winner & Hollywood Actress) to name a few. Kubi will speak with us about her life from 11.30 to 12.00 noon. 01:00:00caribdirectnoyouth inspiration awards,Fundrasing marketing,Excluded From School,Business venture new york,Parents entrepreneur1.Esha Johnson has been working endless long hours for young people, by organising a fundraising event for those young people who have started ventures but cannhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/caribdirect/2010/10/22/turn-your-business-ideas-into-realityCulturehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/caribdirect/2010/10/22/turn-your-business-ideas-into-reality/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/caribdirect/2010/10/22/turn-your-business-ideas-into-realityFri, 22 Oct 2010 10:30:00 GMTTurn Your Business ideas Into RealityDo you have a business idea but dont know how to take it forward? Or have you had a great idea but never started it? This interview is not to be missed. Grab your one way ticket and come onboard and tune in to our special guest who has a great idea took action and Launched his online basketball in February 2010 by founder Stephan Eyeson, it is the first of its kind in Europe and aims to provide a forum for basketball players across Europe and the USA to promote their skills and establish links with coaches across the globe.00:30:00caribdirectnoBasketball,sports,Youth,Business venture,InvestorsDo you have a business idea but dont know how to take it forward? Or have you had a great idea but never started it? This interview is not to be missed. Grab