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Nutmeg Nation is a show for anyone wanting to learn more about Grenada. It is a show that educates Grenadians on the issues they are facing everyday. Issues that affect them and the rest of the world. Life, relationships, family, work and all the relationships we have with people who are in our direct circle. What are people talking about in Grenada? What is the culture like? This is one of the main things we discuss on the show, and I hope you will join us on this new adventure with Nutmeg ...
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We’re the digital wealth manager that gives you the power to put your money where your mind is and invest your way. We specialise in general investment accounts, stocks and shares ISAs, Junior ISAs, Lifetime ISAs and pensions. There’s a reason 200,000 clients trust us to manage over £4.5bn of assets, making us the UKs largest digital wealth manager. For more information visit https://www.nutmeg.com/ As with all investing, your capital is at risk. The value of your portfolio with Nutmeg can g ...
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Connecticut is a small state with big stories. GTN episodes include top-flight historians, compelling first-person stories and new voices in Connecticut history. Executive Producers Mary Donohue, Walt Woodward, and Natalie Belanger look at the people and places that have made a difference in CT history. New episodes every two weeks. A joint production of Connecticut Explored magazine and the CT State Historian Emeritus.
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AP Lit Cover art photo provided by Nahil Naseer on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@nahilnaseer
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Featuring casual conversations that unpack complex topics, Ruth Feriningrum and Alexandra Kumala talk to fellow Southeast Asians about Southeast Asia. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sugar-nutmeg/support
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New The Artful Nutmeg is the newest project by a couple of friends who share a deep love for soccer. This show explores the deeper world of soccer by examining some of the greatest stories and the lesser-known moments that have shaped the game. This podcast requires no prior knowledge of the game. Instead, this is a chance to build up appreciation for the game, its history, and the people who play for the love of it.
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Maria Myers, the remarkable president of the Spice Isle Association, takes us on an inspiring journey from her roots in Venezuela, Trinidad, and Grenada to her impactful role in the Grenadian community of Toronto. Despite her career as an electronics engineer technician, Maria's passion for cultural connection and community work shines as she share…
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Early voting has already started in the 2024 presidential election and I just couldn’t resist the suggestion by my guests to explore what Samuel Clemens alias Mark Twain, Hartford’s greatest Gilded Age humorist, had to say about the United States presidents. Was Twain the John Stewart or John Oliver of his day? Known for his sharp wit and scathing …
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Brad Holland, Director of Investment Strategy, talks investors through market movements in September, including central bank announcements from China and the US, and how it affected Nutmeg portfolios.About this update: This update was recorded on 8 October. All returns figures, unless otherwise stated, relate to the month of September.Source: Nutme…
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Have you got your Halloween costume ready? Been on any graveyard tours this month? Well, this story for you! I’d never thought of body snatching as having anything to do with Connecticut but as this episode proves, the disappearance of a young women’s body lead to a New Haven riot. I’ll get the details from Richard Ross author of the new book Ameri…
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Most people know something about Mark Twain, the pen name of Samuel Clemens. After all, he wrote his most famous books while living in Hartford, Connecticut. His 25-room house on Farmington Avenue cost over $40,000 in 1874 dollars. Raised as a child in Missouri, he became world famous for his wit and humor both in print and on stage. But what if th…
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In this episode, you'll hear about the remarkable life and legacy of the man that Lin-Manuel Miranda called "America's favorite fighting Frenchman," the Marquis de Lafayette. This month marks the 200th anniversary of Lafayette's visit to Connecticut, part of his so-called "Farewell Tour" of America in 1824. Natalie Belanger of the Connecticut Museu…
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In our latest update, Pacome Breton, Chief investment Officer, outlines financial market performance in August, the causes of the early August market correction, as well as the implications of the Jackson Hole Symposium of Central Bankers. About this update: This update was recorded on 3rd September 2024. All figures, unless otherwise stated, relat…
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Author Steve Thornton asks “Who really makes history”? In his new book, Radical Connecticut: People’s History in the Constitution State, co-authored by Andy Piascik, guest Steve Thornton tells the stories of everyday people and well-known figures whose work has often been obscured, denigrated, or dismissed. There are narratives of movements, strike…
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What inspires a man to uncover the stories of others? Our special guest, Kervin Thomas, founder of Traveling Mako, reveals how his curiosity and love for storytelling led to the creation of his vibrant brand. Join us as we explore the meaning behind "Mako" and how Kervin’s journey has evolved, especially during the challenging times of COVID-19. We…
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In our latest update, James McManus, Chief investment Officer, outlines financial market performance in July, results from the start of the second quarter reporting season, and the latest decisions from major central banks on interest rates. About this update: This update was recorded on 6th August 2024. All figures, unless otherwise stated, relate…
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Have you ever discovered that one of your favorite places is being renovated? Like your grandmother’s kitchen, your favorite restaurant, or even a museum, and you worry that the charm or the appeal of the place might be gone after the renovation? Podcast editor Patrick O’Sullivan and Producer Mary Donohue went to just such a place, the Peabody Muse…
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Grace Cameron faced a world of naysayers, yet she turned her vision into reality with Jamaican Eats magazine. Raised in Jamaica by her grandmother and a close-knit community, Grace found resilience and passion that propelled her from university student to successful entrepreneur. Tune in to hear Grace’s inspiring journey and learn how unwavering co…
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Ever wondered what it feels like to face a hurricane head-on? Join me as I recount an eerie experience during a hurricane in Kingston where my apartment's glass doors vanished without a trace. Alongside Grace, we reflect on heart-wrenching stories from Haiti, including a father's unimaginable loss during a tropical storm. These tales shed light on …
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This year marks the 80th anniversary of the Hartford Circus Fire. In this episode of Grating the Nutmeg, Natalie Belanger of the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History tells the story of the deadliest man-made disaster in Connecticut history. On July 6, 1944, the Big Top of the Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey Circus caught fire during a …
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Uncover the rich tapestry of history and vibrant culture that defines Grenada's Spice Mass with Carlene Humphrey and Carry Onan on Nutmeg Nation! Discover the fascinating origin story of this spectacular festival dating back to 1877, and join us as we correct some common misconceptions about its timeline. Our deep dive into the past sets the stage …
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In our latest update, James McManus, Chief investment Officer, looks at market performance in June. He outlines how Nutmeg portfolios are positioned for the second half of the year, and assesses the prospects for interest rate cuts from major central banks. About this update: This update was recorded on 2nd July 2024. All figures, unless otherwise …
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July 1990 marked the passing of a landmark piece of federal legislation, the Americans with Disabilities Act, known as the ADA. To recognize this event and to celebrate Disability Pride Month, we are uncovering the legacy of disability rights leader, Phyllis Zlotnick (1942-2011). Zlotnick was diagnosed with muscular dystrophy at birth. Beginning in…
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In this episode of Nutmeg Nation I discuss with my colleague Kerron S the history of Spicemas in Grenada and Trinidad. We talk about the music, the history and the reason behind Carnival in Grenada and why locals celebrate with so much excitement! Please send us a text or email the show divaontheradio@gmail.com Follow Nutmeg Nation on social media …
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We love a Sherlock Holmes "who done it" whether it's Basil Rathbone from the 1940s, Benedict Cumberbacth from the 2000s, or Millie Bobby Brown as Sherlock's sister Enola Holmes from the 2020s. But it was a Hartford-born actor who gave Sherlock Holmes his signature look - his curved pipe, deerstalker cap and magnifying glass. William Gillette was bo…
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In our latest update, Pacome Breton, Head of Portfolio Management, looks at market performance in May, outlines some changes to the Nutmeg portfolios, and assesses the potential market impact of upcoming elections. About this update: This update was recorded on 4th June 2024. All figures, unless otherwise stated, relate to the month of May 2024. So…
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June is PRIDE month and we’re celebrating by bringing you an episode about efforts to bring LGBTQ+ history to light. As one guest, historian William Mann writes, “Throughout its history, Connecticut’s LGBTQ population has moved from leading hidden, solitary lives to claiming visible, powerful, valuable, and contributing places in society.” In this …
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Did you know that comic books were invented in Connecticut? Well, sort of. There are lots of precedents for printing texts with images. But the origin of mass market comic book printing is 1930s Waterbury, where Eastern Color printing began by re-publishing comic strips from newspapers in magazine form. Eventually they partnered with Dell publishin…
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Brad Holland, Director of Investment Strategy, reviews market performance during April, and outlines recent changes the team has made to Nutmeg portfolios.About this update: This update was recorded on 7th May 2024. All figures, unless otherwise stated, relate to the month of April 2024.Source: MacroBond, Nutmeg and Bloomberg. Risk warning: As with…
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It’s Spring in Connecticut and this episode is part of our celebration of May as Historic Preservation Month. Grove Street Cemetery in New Haven is the first planned cemetery in the country. The design of Grove Street Cemetery in the 1790s pioneered several of the features that became standard like family plots and an established walkway grid. It i…
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In this episode, we uncover a Connecticut World War II story that features airplanes without engines. Sound crazy? You’ll learn how these engineless gliders helped beat the Nazis. Executive Producer Mary Donohue will also talk to the author of a new book that details the role that over 45 Connecticut companies played in producing the ammunition, we…
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James McManus, Nutmeg's Chief Investment Officer, explains why March was a strong month for UK equities, and global markets as a whole.About this update: This update was recorded on 9th April 2024. About this update: This update was recorded on 9th April 2024. All figures, unless otherwise stated, relate to the month of March 2024. On 10th April, t…
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In this episode, we celebrate and commemorate National Borinqueneers Day coming up on April 13th. It recognizes the bravery, service, and sacrifice of the 65th Infantry Regiment, a United States Army unit that consisted mostly of soldiers from Puerto Rico and the only segregated Latino unit in the United States Army. But the honor and fidelity of t…
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Miko talks to us about how the vast forests and wide, empty roads of Suriname give rise to ghost stories, the reasons the ghosts in his paintings take classical Greek poses or animalistic positions, the fantasy of prosperity and whitewashing of historical paintings, how cultural signifiers in his paintings carry double meanings, and feeling alienat…
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One of the most recognizable food brands in the world got started in a kitchen in Fairfield, Connecticut. In this episode, Natalie Belanger chats with historian Cathryn J. Prince about Margaret Rudkin, the woman who founded Pepperidge Farm. Read Prince's full-length article about Rudkin on the Connecticut Explored website here: https://www.ctexplor…
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Pacome Breton, Nutmeg's head of portfolio management, reviews the earnings season, the outlook for inflation, and gives an update on the Nutmeg portfolios.About this update: This update was recorded on 5th March 2024. All figures, unless otherwise stated, relate to the month of February 2024.Source: MacroBond, Nutmeg and Bloomberg. Risk warning: As…
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When determination meets opportunity, extraordinary stories unfold. That's precisely what you'll hear as I, Carlene Humphrey, host an intimate chat with Dr. Diego Humphrey—an embodiment of resilience and academic triumph. We journey through the halls of St. George's University in Grenada, a cradle of medical excellence, and discuss its origins tied…
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Are they pirates, profiteers or legitimately authorized extensions of George Washington’s almost non-existent American Navy? We’ll find out with guest historian Eric Jay Dolin, author of Rebels at Sea: Privateering in the American RevolutIon. Dolin will underscore an element missing from most maritime histories of the American Revolution: a ragtag …
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181. Hartford and the Great Migration, 1914-1950 In the February 4, 2024 issue of the New York Times, journalist Adam Mahoney describes the Great Migration as a time when millions of Black people left the South to escape segregation, servitude and lynching and went North in search of jobs and stable housing. In this episode, host Mary Donohue will …
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