The Hub with Tameeka Castillo

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.

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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 ​⁠​⁠

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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

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✨ 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

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✨ 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