Proud to be. . . Basil Wilson, Ph.D. PART 2

Basil Wilson, Ph.D. is the first Black Provost for John Jay School of Criminal Justice, in New York City. This former Kingston College student and an active member of the K.C. Alumni Association never forgot his roots and constantly seeks opportunities to educate the masses on the culture, pride and struggles of the Jamaican people, African Americans Caribbean and Blacks on a whole.  This is the second part of a four part series on Dr. Wilson, which was done for my show PROUD TO BE... which aired in over 20 Caribbean Islands.

Aston Cooke Interview 1

This is part one of an interview I did with Award winning Playwright Aston Cooke after watching his hit play Jamaica 2 Rahtid Pupalick in Kingston, Jamaica. Aston is responsible for launcing the careers of many Jamaican actors both on television and in theatre.

Image via Wikipedia

In this Interview, Mr Cooke talks about the process and passion of writing and reveals his first love, upcoming projects and behind the scene info on some of the actors and, directors he's worked with.


In the end, this interview was very inspiring, informative and motivating. I thank Mr. Aston Cooke once more, for giving me a glimpse into the mind of an award wining writer.

Jamaica "Emancipendence" Celebration 2008

Come with me as I take you through Kingston and St Andrew to celebrate Jamaica's Independence and Emancipation otherwise known as Emancipendence".

Image via Wikipedia

We'll be making a stop at the Jamaica Culinary Expo; relaxing at Strawberry Hill, spoiling ourselves on some Blue Mountain Coffee and checking the floats at the Ranny Williams Entertainment Center on their way to the National Stadium, where we will witness entertainment like never before all in the company of the Prime Minister and other delegates, and have a quick chat with MP "Babsy" Grange. Enjoy!