Shak Shak Podcast

It's been a while but rest and renewal are necessary. On this latest episode we chat with UC Berkeley Production Manager Jamila Cobham on the role of theatre and the value of the arts in telling our stories. We talk theatre and the arts in Barbados and the region, the role of women and the future and sustainability of theatre. Also on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/K-Ahjas3f9w For

What would the world be like if women did not have to constantly manage their lives around safety from violence? On this episode we chat with Patrice Daniel, Psychotherapist and Activist. We discuss violence against women and girls and the widespread nature of this lived experience. We also chat about the myths and root causes of gender based violence, the region’s culture of vio

On this episode we chat with Dr. Lesley Reece, Palliative Physician. We discuss how she found her way into this career, the myths about palliative care and her dream to get palliative care into the public health care system. We also chat about the value of having a sense of humour and her podcast Pink Megaphone. Also on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/pNBucMi9LPs For suggestions, qu

On this episode we chat with HR professional Tiffany Jones about the future of work, managing career anxiety and imposter syndrome and the value of mentorship and networking even into retirement. Also on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/btydtpw1f0Y For suggestions, questions and comments email us at akelia@shakshak.club Follow us on IG (@shakshaktree), Facebook (/shakshakpodcast) and

In celebration of Child Month we interview 17 year old student and founder of PCSG Jasmine Greene. We chat about how she created a free e-school on Discord in the midst of the pandemic to help Caribbean students, and her thoughts on the education system. We also discuss the highs and lows of managing the business, her dreams and what she has been doing for fun. Also on YouTube here

We are back! Welcome to Season 3 On this episode we chat with freelance creative consultant Paula Anne Jackman, we talk Barbadian culture and its evolution and the work of building a brand and finding your tribe. We also discuss the power of social media and navigating the pitfalls of consequence culture. Also on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/YmCL1oRH-xM For suggestions, questions

On this final episode of Season 2 we chat with Dietitian Julian Rowe on all things food. We discuss food as medicine and whether the gut really is the body's second brain. We also talk technology, dieting and eating healthy on a budget. Also on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/7bMzvknoypA For suggestions, questions and comments email us at akelia@shakshak.club Follow us on IG (@shaks

So you’re on a mission to build an empire, but have you made a will? Join me as I chat with attorney Laverne Ochoa-Clarke on estate planning which, isn’t just for the wealthy. We bust myths and discuss why it’s not only important for older persons but even for business owners and pet parents. Also on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/XeyT6ZIy1qI For suggestions, questions and co

For those of you reminiscing about Carnival and when we could all go outside, check out this episode with Jin Forde, Fashion Designer. We discuss her journey to becoming a fashion designer, Caribbean fashion, the importance of authenticity, flexibility and curating your own experiences. Also on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/GxMZo32G0Tg For suggestions, questions and comments email

In the past year grief and loss have never been far from our minds. On this episode I chat with Janelle Chase-Mayers, Grief Recovery Specialist. We discuss the universal and deeply personal nature of grief, debunk myths and acknowledge how positive feelings and personal growth can coexist with grief. We consider cultural and gendered approaches to grief and the skills needed to hol