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BVI Buzz
by Gary A. Rhymer
Introducing BVI Buzz A podcast where we talk about Politics, Economics, Culture, History and Technology. We don't just talk issues, but also explore how to find solutions. Join us at BVI Buzz with your host, Gary A. Rhymer.
Episodes
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Don't Come Back?
CORRECTION: Govt spends over $10 million annually in rent instead of $2 million stated. What should happen to the Ralph T. O’Neal Administration Complex? After years out of full operation and millions of dollars spent on rehabilitation, the BVI is facing a bigger question: Should government move...
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Fix the Process, Fix the Problem
FIX THE PROCESS, FIX THE PROBLEM How Do We Build Government Processes That Actually Work? In Part 1, we asked: “Accountability or Excuses?” Now, let's talk about solutions. In Part 2 of BVI Buzz, Gary Rhymer takes a deeper look at government accountability through the lens of systems, technology,...
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Accountability or Excuses?
Accountability or Excuses? Fixing Government Processes in the BVI — Part 1 What happens when government processes fail, and nobody seems to know who is responsible? In Part 1 of this BVI Buzz conversation, Gary Rhymer takes a closer look at government accountability, financial controls, and the...
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Follow the Money
In September, the Auditor General released a detailed report exposing major gaps in transparency surrounding the 2024 salary increases for public officers. While many civil servants finally received overdue raises after more than 20 years without an adjustment, the report also revealed that…
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London Eyes on the BVI
In this episode of BVI Buzz, we unpack the UK’s renewed push on overseas finance centres — and the BVI is once again in the spotlight. We break down why London is tightening the pressure, what’s at stake for our economy, and why this moment matters for Virgin Islanders everywhere.
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HLSCC Cyber Security Certification Program
BVIBuzz interviews, Dr. Richard Georges, President at H. Lavity Stoutt Community College and Gregory Lemmon, co-founder at UBIQUITY Ltd, a Managed IT Service Provider and founder at SOC Intell a cybersecurity consulting firm both companies serve clients across the Caribbean. HLSCC...
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Umoja Town Hall - BVI Constitution Reform Review PART 1
BVI Buzz collaborated with Umoja Town Hall to bring you this series around the BVI Constitution Reform process and the proposed changes for the constitution. This is PART 1 of that series.
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Interview with Virgin Islander Dalan Vanterpool
Interview with Dalan Vanterpool, as we discuss his book, NO BOSS, ONLY CLIENTS and more… Free Sample of the book below : https://dalanvanterpool.com/nbocfreesample/. BVIBUZZ Contact Info Facebook | Twitter : @bvibuzz Twitter: @grhymer1 (host) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/grhymer (host)…
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There Is A Regatta With Your Name On It
Graduation Season in the BVI. A replay of keynote speech given to the 2011 graduating class of the ESHS where I was keynote speaker from the class of 1991.
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Celebrate Small Wins
BVIBuzz celebrating small wins with you. “Small Wins are Still Won, and the Journey is more important than overnight success.” BVIBUZZ Contact Info Facebook | Twitter : @bvibuzz Twitter: @grhymer1 (host) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/grhymer (host) Email: [email protected]
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From Premier Arrest to COI Release to No UK Rule
The week of events from April 28th to May 5th, with the arrest of BVI Premier, Andrew Fahie to a week later, a vote of no NO CONFIDENCE in the current Govt and the stripping of the title of Premier from Andrew Fahie. In addition, the swearing in of a new Premier, Natalio Wheatley with a coalition...
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A My BVI Umoja Dialogue Buzz Discussion
A joint discussion with hosts from various BVI talk shows and podcasts having conversations about the COI, Self-Governance and other BVI current affairs. BVIBUZZ Contact Info Facebook | Twitter : @bvibuzz Twitter: @grhymer1 (host) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/grhymer (host) Email:...
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Juanita Michelle fearlessly pursues her Dreams and Passion in the BVI
BVI's own Juanita Michelle discusses her journey to pursuing her passion and purpose from working a full time Govt job to owning her own business in the BVI. Juanita Michelle discusses the burning she had within that put her on that path. Juanita also discusses Life coach services she provides in...
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Just Do It ~ BVI Diaspora Network
Welcome into 2022, BVI Buzz Host talks about just doing that thing that's been holding you back and birthing it in 2022. Also talking about an exciting project embarking in 2022, the BVI Diaspora Network. BVIBUZZ Contact Info Facebook | Twitter : @bvibuzz Twitter: @grhymer1 (host) Facebook:...
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Virgin Islander, Dr. Cyrilyn Walters talks working in a Pandemic, Vaccines and choosing the Medical Field | Ep.8
Virgin Islander, Dr. Cyrilyn Walters talks about choosing the Medical field as a career and how that came about. Dr. Walters also discusses the last year of working through a pandemic and what that experience has been like for her. She also discusses the vaccines and her thoughts on the different...
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Commission Of Inquiry - Who To Blame, Who To Blame | Ep.7
The outgoing Governor Gus Jaspert launches a Commission of Inquiry in the BVI in January 2021, we discuss the COI, its effects to the BVI, Who Is To Blame and comparison to the Turks and Caicos brought by the UK Govt between 2008-2009. BVIBUZZ Contact Info Facebook | Twitter : @bvibuzz Twitter:...
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Search For BVI's Freedom Of Information Act | Ep. 6
Where is the BVI's Freedom Of Information Act. We were promised this as far back as 2011. We look at the brief history of the Act, the delay in bringing the Act to the House of Assembly and what's usually included in a FOI (Freedom Of Information) Act. Why it's been difficult in the Caribbean in...
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Shaina Smith talks Innovative Development Strategies, Long Term Planning and More.. PART 2 | Ep. 5
Part 2 of our conversation with Ms. Shaina Smith, Interim Chairman of the BVI Chamber of Commerce and Hotel Association where we discussed: 1. Innovative Development Strategies for the British Virgin Islands (BVI). 2. Long Term Planning 3. Much Much More. BVICCHA Website: https://www.bviccha.org/...
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Shaina Smith talks about BVICCHA, effects of Covid-19 and More.. PART 1 | Ep. 4
Part 1 of our conversation with Ms. Shaina Smith, Interim Chairman of the BVI Chamber of Commerce and Hotel Association where we discussed: 1. The BVI Chamber of Commerce and Hotel Association and it’s role as it relates to small businesses. 2. Benefits of being a member of the BVICCHA. 3. Its...
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McKenzie Baltimore Jr.'s Personal Growth Journey | Ep. 3
I interviewed Mr. McKenzie Baltimore Jr. also known as BMORE, Musician turned Wellness Entrepreneur. We sat down at Peach Drop Nutritional Center in Atlanta. We discuss his physical, mental and spiritual growth and also why you haven’t seen him in the musical spotlight like before. Facebook |...
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Benito Wheatley Reflects | Ep. 2
Our conversation continues with Mr. Benito Wheatley, as he reflects on his grandfather, Dr. Hon. Willard Wheatley, past chief minister of the BVI and impact on his life. We discuss how he dealt with one of the most horrific events in the BVI in 2017, the direct impact of Cat 5 hurricane Irma and...
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Keeping BVI Historical Milestones Alive | Ep. 1
I interviewed Mr. Benito Wheatley, Policy Fellow at the University of Cambridge’s Centre for Science and Policy. Benito Wheatley is Special Envoy of the British Virgin Islands (BVI) Government and the Premier’s Advisor on International Relations, with a particular focus on the United Kingdom…
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Welcome to BVI Buzz
Are you interested in BVI Economics, Politics, History, Culture and Technology? We’ve got you covered on BVI Buzz! This preview introduces you to the background and topics we’ll cover and explore together. Subscribe today, and join our journey on BVI Buzz. Facebook | Twitter : @bvibuzz Twitter:...
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BVI Buzz currently has 23 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
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Introducing BVI Buzz A podcast where we talk about Politics, Economics, Culture, History and Technology. We don't just talk issues, but also explore how to find solutions. Join us at BVI Buzz with your host, Gary A. Rhymer.
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BVI Buzz is created and hosted by Gary A. Rhymer.
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