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No Filter in Paradise
No Filter in Paradise
131 episodes
4 days ago
Send us your Questions We explore how sea turtles and coral reefs shape life above and below the water, and why human choices are pushing both to the brink. Our guests explain practical fixes—awareness, responsible tourism, coral nurseries, darker night beaches—and invite everyone to help. • how coral nurseries grow and outplant new colonies • why turtles need multiple males and cooler sands • light pollution and furniture blocking nesting beaches • sunscreen, fins, and responsible diving c...
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Send us your Questions We explore how sea turtles and coral reefs shape life above and below the water, and why human choices are pushing both to the brink. Our guests explain practical fixes—awareness, responsible tourism, coral nurseries, darker night beaches—and invite everyone to help. • how coral nurseries grow and outplant new colonies • why turtles need multiple males and cooler sands • light pollution and furniture blocking nesting beaches • sunscreen, fins, and responsible diving c...
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Society & Culture,
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No Filter in Paradise
How Responsible Tourism Can Protect Coral Reefs and Sea Turtles | EP 214
Send us your Questions We explore how sea turtles and coral reefs shape life above and below the water, and why human choices are pushing both to the brink. Our guests explain practical fixes—awareness, responsible tourism, coral nurseries, darker night beaches—and invite everyone to help. • how coral nurseries grow and outplant new colonies • why turtles need multiple males and cooler sands • light pollution and furniture blocking nesting beaches • sunscreen, fins, and responsible diving c...
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4 days ago
59 minutes

No Filter in Paradise
Hofi Cas Kora: How A Curaçao Farm Feeds A Community With Local, Seasonal Food | EP 213
Send us your Questions What if your menu started with the harvest instead of a shopping list? We sit down with Femy of Hofi Kascora to explore how a small Curaçao farm powers a weekend restaurant, a micro-market, and a community that loves seasonal food. From carrot-top pesto to broccoli leaves, she shows how to cook with what thrives in island heat, not what ads and imports tell us we “should” want. We get into the nuts and bolts of regenerative farming—crop rotations, companion planting, ...
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1 week ago
42 minutes

No Filter in Paradise
How A Toaster Oven Sparked A Islandwide Recycling Movement | EP 212
Send us your Questions We sit with Deborah from Limpy Recycling to unpack how a toaster oven experiment grew into a local circular-economy shop that turns Curaçao’s plastic waste into souvenirs, furniture parts, and school sports gear. We dig into safe materials, custom molds, community collection, and why hands-on workshops change minds. • origin of Limpy Recycling and early DIY machines • why HDPE works and PET is exported • safe melting practices and ventilation • sourcing from household...
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2 weeks ago
38 minutes

No Filter in Paradise
Inside Kaya Kaya: Community, Culture, and a Different Kind of Tourism | EP 211
Send us your Questions We bring on Kurt, the “people’s mayor” of Otrobanda, to unpack how Kaya Kaya uses art, music, and street design to fund the neighborhood while protecting its soul. Tourists are guests, locals are the authors, and authenticity is the business model. • building Kaya Kaya as a community-first festival • treating visitors as guests with clear neighborhood etiquette • keeping prices and experiences local rather than luxury • recycling and upcycling across staging, signage ...
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3 weeks ago
49 minutes

No Filter in Paradise
Ori Unfiltered: papia kla di su pasado, muziek, fatherhood y kuminsá di nobo | EP 210
Send us your Questions It starts with laughter—but this conversation cuts deep. Ori pulls back the curtain on a life shaped by ego, pressure, and the pain we rarely name—then rebuilt through faith, fatherhood, and island stillness in Bonaire. No filters, no fronting. We talk about the music industry’s obsession with noise, how masculinity punishes vulnerability, and why real art starts with truth. He’s building a multilingual catalog—Papiamento, Spanish, English, Dutch—not for clout, but to ...
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1 month ago
1 hour 16 minutes

No Filter in Paradise
Ely on Finding the Balance Between Heritage and Progress on Bonaire | EP 209
Send us your Questions Ely Angel, Tourism Director of Bonaire, shares her remarkable journey from working in tourism at age 12 to leading the island's tourism strategy, while navigating personal growth, cultural identity, and finding balance between development and preservation. • Growing up in Bonaire surrounded by family and cultural traditions like Simadang • Starting work in tourism at just 12 years old to earn money for a PlayStation • Navigating education challenges and living in the ...
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1 month ago
1 hour 21 minutes

No Filter in Paradise
From Tomboy to Miss Universe: Ruby Pouchet's Island Story | EP 208
Send us your Questions Ruby Pouchet shares her journey from a shy, constantly-moving child to becoming Miss Bonaire and representing her island at Miss Universe after a 25-year absence. Through honest conversation, she reveals the grueling behind-the-scenes reality of pageant life and the emotional challenges of life after the spotlight fades. • Born in Bonaire but moved frequently following her parents' divorce • Became increasingly shy and closed-off due to constant school changes • Retur...
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1 month ago
1 hour 3 minutes

No Filter in Paradise
Crafting Success Through Self-Love with Semii Marten | 207
Send us your Questions What happens when passion meets purpose? Semii Marten—radio host, singer, dancer, and teacher from Bonaire—brings electric energy to our studio while revealing the surprising truth that she's actually a homebody at heart. From hosting imaginary radio shows with her cousin as a child to commanding real airwaves with her morning program "Morning Flavor," Semii Marten's journey exemplifies how following your authentic path can lead to multifaceted success. She candidly s...
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1 month ago
1 hour 27 minutes

No Filter in Paradise
Luis Moka: Preservando e herensia musical di Boneiru | EP 206
Send us your Questions Luis Moca shares his journey as a guardian of Bonaire's traditional music while exploring ways to introduce these sounds to new generations through cultural fusion. He discusses the deep connections between his personal history, family roots in North Salina and Rincón, and his mission to preserve the island's musical heritage. • Exploration of Luis's musical influences including Ana Today and Glenn Lucas, whom he considers among the greatest traditional artists of Bon...
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2 months ago
59 minutes

No Filter in Paradise
Love Yourself First, F*ck the Rest | EP 205
Send us your Questions Meet Diva Reina, a force of nature whose energy will leave you breathless and inspired. This vibrant 54-year-old entrepreneur from Bonaire doesn't just enter a room—she transforms it with her infectious enthusiasm and raw authenticity. Over drinks and laughter, Diva opens up about her journey through a 17-year marriage that ultimately ended in divorce. With startling honesty, she describes the emotional toll of staying in an unhappy relationship: "You feel like a bitc...
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2 months ago
1 hour 16 minutes

No Filter in Paradise
Cultural Conversations: Preserving Bonaire's Heritage cu Boi Antoin | EP 204
Send us your Questions Franklin Domenico shares his passionate mission to preserve Bonaire's cultural heritage, history, and natural environment amid increasing tourism development and globalization pressures. His work spans decades of interviewing locals, collecting historical artifacts, and creating educational programs that help maintain the island's unique identity. • Comparison of how Bonaire, Aruba, and Curaçao approach preservation of their cultural heritage • Discussion of African h...
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2 months ago
1 hour 13 minutes

No Filter in Paradise
E storia tras di Dwight Leoneta, Buleria, Caché y mas | EP 203
Send us your Questions Dwight Leoneta, one of the ABC Islands' most influential musicians, shares his journey from drawing pianos on paper as a child to becoming a hitmaker with 25 years in the music industry. • Early beginnings in Bonaire where he discovered his musical talent at age 5-6 • Training at the School of Audio Engineering (SAE) in Rotterdam and Rotterdam Conservatory • Performing with three significant bands: Obsession Band, Caché (25 years), and Bulería • Songwriting process th...
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2 months ago
1 hour 4 minutes

No Filter in Paradise
Bonaire is something else | EP 202
Send us your Questions We discover the hidden gem of the ABC Islands that offers genuine tranquility and a chance to disconnect while deepening connections with nature, culture, and self. • Staying at Windsock's three-bedroom villa with private pool and exceptional staff hospitality • Transformative shark diving experience with WannaDive that converted even the most reluctant swimmer • Land sailing adventure that combines wind-powered thrills with sustainability • Experiencing authentic cul...
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3 months ago
57 minutes

No Filter in Paradise
Money Matters: Breaking Down Barriers to Wealth | EP 201
Send us your Questions We sit down with Kwesi Charles, Managing Director of Facilito Cash Blue Star Capital, who describes himself as "one of the coolest people in finance" while sharing his journey from Trinidad to Aruba and his vision for making financial services more accessible. • Kwesi's background includes venture capital experience in London and digital banking in Trinidad before moving to Aruba • The importance of alternative financing options beyond traditional banks for supporting...
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3 months ago
1 hour 11 minutes

No Filter in Paradise
Reflecting on 200 Episodes: Memories, Laughs, and Awkward Confessions
Send us your Questions Two hundred episodes. Five years. Countless memories. As we hit this incredible milestone, we decided to celebrate by testing how well we actually know each other after all this time behind the microphones together. With a whiteboard in hand and a series of revealing questions, we dive into a game of "Guess My Answer" that exposes just how much (or little) we've learned about each other since our awkward first episode. From favorite artists and foods to most cringe-wo...
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3 months ago
1 hour 16 minutes

No Filter in Paradise
We're finally heading to Bonaire & Flip Flop Festival Recap - EP 199
Send us your Questions We return after a two-and-a-half-month hiatus with updates on ongoing projects and excitement about our upcoming first trip to Bonaire to complete our ABC Islands podcast journey. • Discussing the long-running house construction saga, now in month 15 of what was supposed to be a 7-month project • Introducing our new, larger studio space that offers more professional capabilities for video, photo shoots, and workshops • Details about House of Periodico's transformation...
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4 months ago
43 minutes

No Filter in Paradise
Kevv. Unplugged: Real Talk on Life & making the World 1% More Positive Through Music | EP 198
Send us your Questions Kev shares his mission of making the world 1% more positive through his unique music style, explaining how authenticity and staying true to himself have shaped his distinctive sound and career path. • Started playing piano at age 5 and later chose music over traditional education as his path • Believes in the "triangle" of addictive music: beat, flow, and lyrics • Creates clean music with no sex, drugs, violence or profanity • Taking full control of his artistic expre...
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5 months ago
1 hour 21 minutes

No Filter in Paradise
Bon Bini na Cizzle su mundo - EP 197
Send us your Questions Cizzle, former member of the popular Caribbean band Nasty Play, joins us for an intimate conversation about his journey from music fame to finding purpose in fatherhood and behind-the-scenes work. In this heartfelt discussion, Cizzle opens up about mental health struggles, personal transformation, and his new priorities in life. • Former Nasty Play performer discussing his career evolution and current work behind the scenes • Candid reflections on battling depression ...
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5 months ago
1 hour 38 minutes

No Filter in Paradise
Nixon Joseph: Building a Media Platform in the Caribbean | EP 196
Send us your Questions Nixon Joseph shares his ambitious plans to grow Papiamento TV into a community platform celebrating Papiamento language and culture across the ABC Islands, while discussing the sacrifices and behind-the-scenes work that goes into content creation. • Full-time commitment to Papiamento • Balancing content creation in Papiamento with reaching global audiences • Artist management experience and recognizing commercial potential in new talent • Building a diversified ...
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5 months ago
1 hour 31 minutes

No Filter in Paradise
Skinny-Shamed to Miss Universe: Akisha Albert’s Unfiltered Journey | EP 195
Send us your Questions Akisha Albert shares her journey from Miss Universe contestant to successful entrepreneur, revealing how pageantry helped her overcome insecurities and build confidence after years of skinny-shaming. • Struggling with body image and skinny-shaming growing up in Curaçao • Finding the right pageant coach who became an emotional and spiritual mentor • Representing Curaçao in Miss Universe and making it to top 10 • Building a pageantry coaching business that focuses on au...
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6 months ago
1 hour 19 minutes

No Filter in Paradise
Send us your Questions We explore how sea turtles and coral reefs shape life above and below the water, and why human choices are pushing both to the brink. Our guests explain practical fixes—awareness, responsible tourism, coral nurseries, darker night beaches—and invite everyone to help. • how coral nurseries grow and outplant new colonies • why turtles need multiple males and cooler sands • light pollution and furniture blocking nesting beaches • sunscreen, fins, and responsible diving c...