Patrick takes listeners on a journey to St. Lucia, a nation recently celebrated for its first Olympic medal, achieved by Julian Alfred in the 100 meters. The episode explores the historical and geographical context of this Caribbean island, highlighting its colonial past marked by conflict between European powers. The discussion delves into the national anthem, "Sons and Daughters of St. Lucia," crafted by Father Charles Jesse, who also played a significant role in the island's cultural development. Patrick examines the lyrical content, emphasizing themes of patriotism, unity, and hope for the future while reflecting on the island's natural beauty and resilience. Throughout the episode, the intertwining of history, music, and identity showcases the rich cultural tapestry of St. Lucia and its journey towards independence.

I hope you enjoyed it. Irritatingly I have encountered some motorcycle noise in the record but next time I have some ideas. Here are my sources:

1. https://archive.stlucia.gov.lc/saint_lucia/national_anthem/national_anthem_of_saint_lucia.htm 
2. https://sports.yahoo.com/how-julien-alfred-went-from-running-barefoot-in-st-lucia-to-the-fastest-woman-in-the-world-224013986.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly9lbi53aWtpcGVkaWEub3JnLw&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAD8Neq-ZG6jbQMTzQ_Ti3ZuRk-vn02AuTbQvDVDTN9ezwnEDNjYDIeFEJky2xaEX8eeesH7U_Of567r-mece_O62rR0U71y1Oa_um4Tmk1Fxrjx9TvAeeO7Li_KKPvA9NJgSI6IBHeV5SiJHyrjweGSnTQCS-fUS22WvtHI0edu0 
3. https://issuu.com/amsstlucia/docs/independence_magazine_2016websv4/24 
4. https://www.ourhistory.org.uk/saint-lucia-colonisation-to-independence/ 
5. https://books.google.com/books?id=xutfBgAAQBAJ&newbks=0&printsec=frontcover&pg=PT4073&q=Sons+and+Daughters+of+Saint+Lucia+Charles+Jesse+Leton+Felix+Thomas&hl=en&source=newbks_fb 
6. https://uwispace.sta.uwi.edu/server/api/core/bitstreams/80e534d1-d5d1-4236-ae2a-d6ca255509ce/content 
7. https://olympics.com/en/paris-2024/athlete/julien-alfred_1537325 
8. https://www.google.com/books/edition/Outlines_of_St_Lucia_s_History/dX9sAAAAMAAJ?hl=en 
9. https://www.google.com/books/edition/Saint_Lucia_the_Romance_of_Its_Place_Nam/W0_lMgEACAAJ?hl=en 
10. https://www.govt.lc/nationalanthem 
11. https://stluciatimes.com/159012/2023/11/national-combined-schools-choir-prepares-for-official-launch/ 
12. Harmsen, Jolien; Ellis, Guy; Devaux, Robert (2014). A History of St Lucia. Vieux Fort: Lighthouse Road.
13. https://stluciaconsulate.ca/about-saint-lucia/national-symbols/ 
14. https://www.govt.lc/news/kw-y-l-national-anthem-approved 
15. https://culturalheritageofsaintlucia.wordpress.com/music/st-lucias-national-anthem/ 
16. https://archive.stlucia.gov.lc/saint_lucia/saintluciaconstitution/the_saint_lucia_constitution.htm 
17. https://stluciatimes.com/161120/2024/01/saint-lucia-government-pays-tribute-to-sir-leton-thomas/
18. https://stluciatimes.com/160987/2024/01/pierre-extends-condolences-on-death-of-sir-leton-thomas/
19. https://saintluciaconsulateny.org/about-saint-lucia 
20. https://britishonlinearchives.com/collections/73/volumes/509/st-lucia-1828-1938?filters[query]=&filters[className]=document 
21. http://www.geographia.com/st-lucia/lchis01.htm 
22. https://www.iexplore.com/articles/travel-guides/caribbean/st-lucia/history-and-culture 
23. https://www.cia.gov/the-world-factbook/countries/saint-lucia/ 
24. https://www.bbc.com/news/world-latin-america-19833213 
25. https://www.stlucia.org/en/discover-saint-lucia/history-culture/ 
26. http://saintluciamissionun.org/about-saint-lucia/ 
27. https://www.caribbeannationalweekly.com/caribbean-breaking-news-featured/st-lucia-cabinet-adopts-kweyol-version-of-national-anthem/ 
28. https://www.britannica.com/place/Saint-Lucia/History 
29. https://www.embassyofstlucia.org/history-of-saint-lucia 
30. https://www.oasismarigot.com/st-lucia-island/explore/history-culture/ 
31. https://salcc.edu.lc/sir-leton-thomas.php 
32. https://stluciafacts.weebly.com/interesting-and-fun-facts-about-st-lucia.html 
33. https://nationalanthemart.com/Saint-Lucia 
34. https://www.indexmundi.com/saint_lucia/religions.html#:~:text=Religions%3A%20Roman%20Catholic%2061.5%25%2C,%25%2C%20unspecified%201.4%25%20(2010 
35. https://www.state.gov/reports/2024-investment-climate-statements/saint-lucia/#:~:text=Saint%20Lucia%20remains%20vulnerable%20to,by%20the%20end%20of%202024. 
36. https://shaftesbury-remembers.goldhillmuseum.org.uk/story/charles-jesse/