The Hub with Tameeka Castillo welcomes Jessica James — former national athlete for Trinidad & Tobago, Ms. World Fitness winner, and CEO of First Lady Fit and Wellness.

From championing fitness on the global stage to inspiring women through health and wellness, Jessica shares her powerful journey of transformation and purpose.

Shot on location at Cascadia Hotel, this episode dives deep into discipline, empowerment, and the strength it takes to lead with passion.

Watch now and be inspired to take charge of your own wellness journey.

#TheHubPodcast #JessicaJames #TameekaCastillo #FirstLadyFit #TrinidadAndTobago #WomenInFitness #MsWorldFitness #WellnessJourney

This week on The Hub, Tameeka Castillo sits down with Khalif Greaves aka KG—the dynamic host and producer of the Talks with KG Podcast.

From his deep involvement in the evolution of Trinibad as a genre, to his work as a multi-talented creative, KG opens up about his journey, his vision for youth empowerment, and his take on the intersection of crime culture and creativity in Trinidad and Tobago.

This episode is a bold, honest, and necessary conversation on culture, purpose, and the power of media.

🎧Guest: Khalif “KG” Greaves ​⁠​⁠

🎙️Host: Tameeka Castillo ​⁠​⁠

🎬Produced by: A Nicholls Productions ​⁠​⁠

Hit subscribe for more real conversations that matter.

#TheHubPodcast #TalksWithKG #Trinibad #TameekaCastillo #TrinidadCulture #YouthDevelopment #ANichollsProductions

To close out International Women’s Month, The Hub with Tameeka Castillo brings together five remarkable women for a powerful, heart-to-heart conversation.

Shot on location at the vibrant Toast Restaurant, this episode dives deep into the journeys, challenges, triumphs, and sisterhood that fuel these phenomenal women in their unique paths.

From entrepreneurship to activism, media to motherhood—this is not just a conversation. It’s a celebration.

Featuring:

Ophir Pajotte

Avalon Gomez

Sumer Edwards

Jihan Roberts

Dana Tuitt

Host: Tameeka Castillo

Location: Toast Restaurant, Trinidad

Produced by: A Nicholls Productions

Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more empowering stories.

#TheHubPodcast #InternationalWomensMonth #PowerWomen #TameekaCastillo #WomenWhoInspire #ANichollsProductions

✨ International Women’s Month Special on The Hub! ✨

In this powerful episode, Tameeka sits down with Akenna Cyrus Kublal @akennakublal author of Labour of Love, to discuss her journey from pain to purpose. Akenna shares her experiences of survival, triumph, and success, shedding light on the resilience and strength of women.

Join us for an inspiring conversation that will empower and uplift!

🎙️ Hosted by: Tameeka Castillo​⁠ ​⁠​⁠

🎥 Produced by: A Nicholls​⁠ ​⁠​⁠

💃 Guest: ​⁠ Akenna Kublal ​⁠​⁠

👕 Wardrobe: The Hub 868

💄 Makeup: Shef’s Creations

💼 Sponsored by: The Shoe Box TT

📺 Watch now

#TheHubPodcast #LabourOfLove #WomenEmpowerment #PainToPurpose #Survivor #Strength #TameekaCastillo #AkennaCyrusKublal #Podcast #WomensMonth

✨ SEASON 2, EPISODE 6 Luna - The Passion Behind the Movement ✨

This episode of The Hub with Tameeka Castillo takes us inside XO Dance Studio, Curepe, where we chat with the phenomenal Melika Gillard, aka Luna. From the stage to social media, Luna’s passion for dance has captured audiences near and far.

🔥 Inside this conversation:

💃 How she built her career in dance

🎯 Goals, aspirations & staying motivated

📲 Social media fame & navigating the entertainment industry

🎙️ Hosted by: ​⁠

🎥 Produced by: ​⁠

💃 Guest: ​⁠

👕 Wardrobe: The Hub 868

💄 Makeup: Shef’s Creations

💼 Sponsored by: The Shoe Box TT

📺 Watch now

✨ Tags: #TheHubWithTameekaCastillo #LunaDance #TrinidadDancers #PassionForDance #EntertainmentIndustry

🎤 SEASON 2, EPISODE 5: A Candid Conversation with Calypso Icon The Mighty Cro Cro 🎤

In this episode of The Hub with Tameeka Castillo, we journey deep south to Buenos Aires, Trinidad, to sit with the legendary Weston Rawlins, The Mighty Cro Cro. Known for his sharp, thought-provoking, and sometimes controversial lyrics, Cro Cro has been a dominant force in calypso for decades.

🔥 In this episode, we discuss:

🎶 His lifelong dedication to the calypso art form

⚡ The impact of his bold and controversial lyrics

🎤 The evolution of Trinidad’s calypso scene

📍 Location: Buenos Aires, Trinidad

🎙️ Host: Tameeka Castillo ​⁠

🎧 Guest: The Mighty Cro Cro

🎥 Produced by: A Nicholls Productions LLC ​⁠

👕 Wardrobe/Stylist: The Hub 868

💄 Makeup: Shefs Creations

💼 Sponsored by: The Shoe Box TT

✨ Tags: #TheHubPodcast #MightyCroCro #CalypsoLegend #TrinidadCulture #Kaiso #TheArtOfCalypso

🎶 SEASON 2, EPISODE 4: The Art of Storytelling Through Music with Muhammad Muwakil of Freetown Collective🎶

In this soul-stirring episode of The Hub with Tameeka Castillo ​⁠ , chat with the incomparable Muhammad Muwakil of Freetown Collective at the Queen’s Park Savannah to explore the deeper meaning behind their music, their mission, and the movement that is Freetown Collective.

🎤 In this episode, we discuss:

🌍 The power of storytelling through music

🎶 The evolution of Freetown Collective’s sound and message

🎉 Their upcoming event Welcome to Freetown, happening this Sunday!

🎥 Music & Video Footage Courtesy of: Freetown Collective ​⁠

📍 Location: Queen’s Park Savannah

🎙️ Host: Tameeka Castillo ​⁠

🎧 Guest: Muhammad Muwakil (​⁠

🎥 Produced by: A Nicholls Productions LLC ​⁠

👕 Wardrobe/Stylist: ​⁠ @thehub868

💄 Makeup: @chefscreations

💼 Sponsored by: @theshoeboxtt

✨ Tags: #TheHubWithTameekaCastillo #FreetownCollective #MuhammadMuwakil #TrinidadMusic #StorytellingThroughMusic #WelcomeToFreetown

🔥 SEASON 2, EPISODE 3: The Spirit of Jab with Aaron Arau aka Jab Spit Fire 🔥

In this electrifying episode of The Hub with Tameeka Castillo, we explore the ancestral tradition of Jab Molassie with none other than Aaron Arau aka Jab Spit Fire. From his deep-rooted connection to traditional mas to his work in theatrical arts, Aaron shares his passion for preserving and evolving the cultural legacy of Jab in Trinidad & Tobago.

🎭 In this episode, we discuss:

🔥 The spiritual and historical significance of Jab Molassie

🎭 How traditional mas connects to performance and theatrical arts

🎶 Aaron’s journey in cultural expression and storytelling

🎙️ Host: Tameeka Castillo @castillotameeka

🎧 Guest: Aaron Arau aka Jab Spit Fire

🎥 Produced by: A Nicholls Productions LLC

👕 Wardrobe/Stylist: The Hub 868

💄 Makeup: Shef’s Creations

💼 Sponsored by: The Shoe Box

✨ Tags: #TheHubWithTameekaCastillo #JabMolassie #TraditionalMas #TrinidadCarnival #CultureAndArts #JabSpitFire

SEASON 2, EPISODE 2: Stitching Success with Adanna Taylor of Taylor M Academy 🧵✨

In this inspiring episode of The Hub with Tameeka Castillo, we sit down with Adanna Taylor, the visionary behind Taylor M Academy, a transformative sewing school in Trinidad & Tobago that goes beyond just stitching fabric—it stitches confidence, creativity, and entrepreneurship.

Shot on location at Taylor M Academy, this conversation explores:

🧵 The journey of Taylor M Academy and its impact on aspiring designers

👗 The intersection of creativity, empowerment, and self-sufficiency

💡 Adanna’s advice for anyone looking to turn their passion into a business

📍 Location: Taylor M Academy, Trinidad & Tobago

🎙️ Host: Tameeka Castillo

🎧 Guest: Adanna Taylor

🎥 Produced by: A Nicholls Productions LLC

👗 Wardrobe/Stylist: The Hub 868

💄 Makeup: Shef’s Creations

💼 Sponsored by: The Shoe Box TT

✨ Tags: #TheHubWithTameekaCastillo #TaylorMAcademy #FashionEntrepreneurship #CreativeEmpowerment #SewingBusiness #TrinidadAndTobago

🎙️ SEASON 2 PREMIERE: The Art of Storytelling with Stéffan L. Boodram 🎨✨

Season 2 of The Hub with Tameeka Castillo begins with a deep, thought-provoking conversation with Creative Director, Stéffan L. Boodram.

Recorded at his home studio in Duncan Village, South Trinidad, this episode explores:

🌟 His journey as a creative visionary

🎨 How storytelling through art and design influences culture

💡 The challenges and rewards of working in the creative industry

If you’re a creator, entrepreneur, or art lover, this episode is packed with insight and inspiration.

🎙️ Host: Tameeka Castillo (@tameekacastillo)

🎧 Guest: Stéffan L. Boodram (@steffanlboodram)

📍 Location: Duncan Village, South Trinidad

🎥 Produced by: A Nicholls Productions LLC (@anichollsproductions)

✨ Tags: #TheHubPodcast #SteffanLBoodram #CreativeMind #TrinidadArt #ThePowerOfStorytelling

DJ Charlotte on Music, Passion, and Breaking Barriers 🎶✨

In this week’s episode of The Hub, Tameeka Castillo takes to the rooftop of the i95.5FM building in Port of Spain for an inspiring conversation with Charlotte Charles, aka DJ Charlotte.

Topics include:

🌟 DJ Charlotte’s journey and challenges in a male-dominated industry

🎶 Her passion for music and connecting with her audience

❤️ What fuels her drive to keep breaking boundaries

Set against the vibrant energy of the city, this is a must-listen for anyone passionate about music, culture, and empowerment.

✨ Tags: #TheHubPodcast #DJCharlotte #WomenInMusic #TnTCulture #PortOfSpain

🎧 Tap play now and get inspired by DJ Charlotte’s story!

🎙️ Steffano Mercano & The Mystical Blue Devils of Paramin 🔥🎭

This week on The Hub, Tameeka Castillo heads to the hills of Paramin to meet Steffano Mercano, the creative force behind Next Level Devils. Together, they explore the vibrant, fiery, and deeply rooted blue devil culture that has long been a part of Trinidad and Tobago’s Carnival tradition.

What’s in this episode:

🔥 Insights into the history and significance of the blue devil art form

🎭 How Paramin’s culture and community keep the tradition alive

🌟 The passion and creativity behind the Next Level Devils’ performances

This is an unmissable celebration of heritage, artistry, and Carnival culture.

✨ Tags: #BlueDevilCulture #TheHubPodcast #ParaminTraditions #NextLevelDevils #TameekaCastillo #TrinidadCarnival #CarnivalHeritage

🎧 Tap play now and step into the fiery world of Paramin’s blue devils!

Trinidad and Tobago All Stars – Music, Culture, and Community 🥁🎤

This week on The Hub, Tameeka Castillo takes you inside the legendary Trinidad and Tobago All Stars Panyard for an intimate and inspiring conversation. Together, they reflect on the band’s evolution, the joys of immersing in steelpan culture, and the vital role music plays in uplifting the surrounding community.

Highlights from this episode:

🎶 The legacy and growth of the All Stars over the years

❤️ The cultural significance of steelpan as a unifying force

🌟 Stories of how music inspires and shapes lives in the community

This is a must-listen for anyone passionate about culture, community, and the arts.

✨ Tags: #TrinidadAllStars #SteelpanLegacy #TrinidadAndTobagoCulture #TameekaCastillo #MusicAndCommunity

🎧 Tap play now and let the music take you on a journey!

🎙️ Bonus Episode: Romel Leezma & Erphaan Alves Live Inside The Hub 🎶✨

In this special bonus episode of The Hub, Tameeka Castillo goes live on i95.5FM for an in-studio conversation with two incredible guests:

🎤 Romel Leezma – A gifted artist and creative innovator

🎶 Erphaan Alves – One of the leading voices in Trinidad and Tobago’s soca music scene

During this high-energy interview, they discuss:

🌟 Their personal journeys and growth in the entertainment industry

❤️ The inspiration behind their art and music

💡 How they connect with their audience and stay true to their craft

This is a powerful, inspiring, and lively conversation you won’t want to miss!

✨ Tags: #RomelLeezma #ErphaanAlves #TameekaCastillo #TrinidadMusic #LiveRadioInterview #TheHubPodcast

🎧 Tap play now and join the conversation live from the i95.5FM studio!

St Joseph’s Convent St Joseph, Prepares for Junior Panorama 🥁🎶

This week on The Hub, Tameeka Castillo visits the Scherzando Steel Orchestra Performing Arts Center in Curepe to catch up with Miss Pierre and the vibrant girls of St. Joseph’s Convent, St. Joseph. As they gear up for Junior Panorama, they share how steelpan music has shaped their friendships, inspired their passions, and brought them closer together.

In this episode:

🌟 A behind-the-scenes look at their Junior Panorama journey

❤️ Stories of teamwork and the connections they’ve built through pan music

🎶 The role steelpan plays in nurturing creativity and cultural pride

This is an inspiring episode about music, youth, and the power of community.

✨ Tags: #JuniorPanorama #SteelpanCulture #TheHubPodcast #StJosephsConventGirls #YouthAndMusic #TameekaCastillo

🎧 Tap play to join the celebration of friendship, passion, and pan!

Ryan Shing Hon – Lessons from the Top and the Bottom 🎧🎤

On this episode of The Hub, Tameeka Castillo has an open and honest conversation with Ryan Shing Hon, also known as Chinee. A DJ, party promoter, and entrepreneur, Chinee reflects on his rise to fame in Trinidad and Tobago’s entertainment industry.

Tune in to hear about:

🎶 The hustle behind building a name in the entertainment world

💔 The lessons he learned through personal and professional struggles

💡 His new outlook on life and business

This episode is a must-listen for anyone chasing success, with an important reminder about resilience and self-growth.

✨ Tags: #RyanShingHon #ChineeTheDJ #TrinidadEvents #TameekaCastillo #EntrepreneurJourney #LifeLessons

🎧 Press play now to hear this compelling conversation.

Whitney Husbands – Media, Life, and Staying Grounded 🌧️🎤

In this episode of The Hub, Tameeka Castillo catches up with Whitney Husbands, a powerhouse in Trinidad and Tobago’s media and entertainment scene. Recorded on the rooftop of the i95.5FM building on a rainy afternoon, Whitney reflects on her journey from her teenage years in media to becoming a respected radio and TV personality.

Tune in to hear Whitney discuss:

🌟 Her love for storytelling and connecting with people

❤️ The life lessons she’s gained from her career

💫 How she stays true to herself in the fast-paced world of media

This is an inspiring conversation about resilience, ambition, and finding balance in the spotlight.

✨ Tags: #WhitneyHusbands #LifeInMedia #TrinidadAndTobagoMedia #TameekaCastillo #CaribbeanTalent

🎧 Tap play to join the conversation now!

Culture, and Steelpan with Exodus Steel Orchestra 🥁

Join Tameeka Castillo as she visits the legendary Exodus Steel Orchestra for an inspiring conversation with Julie Williams, Jryck Williams, and Llori Waithe. Together, they explore:

🎶 Their love for steelpan and its cultural significance

❤️ How music has shaped their personal development

🌟 The enduring legacy of Trinidad and Tobago’s national instrument

This episode is a powerful celebration of music, culture, and identity.

✨ Tags: #Steelpan #ExodusSteelOrchestra #CaribbeanCulture #LoveOfMusic #TameekaCastillo #CulturalDevelopment

🎧 Hit play now to experience the rhythm and inspiration of steelpan!