Podcast 235Literary Contextual Analysis :Contesting History: The Statue of Liberty,Lord Nelson,and The Modern Family Monument in the Battle over Collective Memory © 2025Volume 1  ISBN 979-8-90214-780-0

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I wish to express gratitude to the Creator for guiding me and my late parents, Charles and Ira Gittens, for their guidance and creative expression.  Thanks to those who assisted me along this journey namely my Beloved wife Magnola Gittens, my Brothers Shurland, Charles, Ricardo, Arnott, Stephen, Sisters Emerald, Marcella, Cheryl, Cousins Joy Mayers, Kevin and Ernest Mayers, Donna Archer, Avis Dyer, Jackie Clarke, Uncles Clifford, Leonard Mayers, David Bruce, and Collin Rock. My children Laron and Lisa.  Well-wishers Mr.and Mrs. Andrew Platizky, Mr. Matthew Sutton, Mr.& Mrs. Gordon Alleyne, Mr. Juan Arroyo, Mr. and Mrs. David Lavine, Mrs. Ellen Gordon, Dr.Nicholas Gordon, the late Dr.Joseph Drew, Merline Mayers, Mr. and Mrs. Trevor Millington, Rev. Dr. Scoffield Eversley and Rev. Dr. Margaret Eversley, Rev. & Mrs. Donavon Shoemaker, Rev. & Mrs. Clayton Springer, Ms. Geraldine Davis, Rev.Carl and Rev Angie Dixon, Mr. David Brathwaite,Mrs. Zenda Phillips,Mrs. Gloria Rock, Rev.Pauline Harewood, Mr. and Mrs. Stewart Russell, Mrs. Shirley Smith, Mr.and Mr. David Trotman, Mr. and Mrs. Felton Ince, Mr. and Mrs. David Brathwaite, Mr.and Mrs. Ryan Miller Mr.and Mrs. Neilo Mascoll, Mrs.Zenda Phillips, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Quintyne and Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Cummins, Dr. Joseph Drew served as my advisor, mentor, and teacher during my academic tenure as a Media Arts Major at New Jersey City University (NJCU). The conversation centered on my post-graduation writing skills improvement after returning to Barbados. From 1995 to 2025, my practice in the leisure pursuit profession has shown to be infectious among other nuances. The combination of passion, prolific writing, and the Creator's assistance has led me to produce publication 399E-Publications according to academia.edu and 235 Podcasts buzz sprout .The above mentioned information provided significantly influenced my academic development journey, leading me to dedicate my 66th publication, "A Tribute to Culture" Vol 1, in memory of Dr. Joseph Drew.https://www.academia.edu/35701754/itanuts2016_pdf.

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I wish to express gratitude to the Creator for guiding me and my late parents, Charles and Ira Gittens, for their guidance and creative expression.  Thanks to those who assisted me along this journey namely my Beloved wife Magnola Gittens, my Brothers Shurland, Charles, Ricardo, Arnott, Stephen, Sisters Emerald, Marcella, Cheryl, Cousins Joy Mayers, Kevin and Ernest Mayers, Donna Archer, Avis Dyer, Jackie Clarke, Uncles Clifford, Leonard Mayers, David Bruce, and Collin Rock. My children Laron and Lisa.  Well-wishers Mr.and Mrs. Andrew Platizky, Mr. Matthew Sutton, Mr.& Mrs. Gordon Alleyne, Mr. Juan Arroyo, Mr. and Mrs. David Lavine, Mrs. Ellen Gordon, Dr.Nicholas Gordon, the late Dr.Joseph Drew, Merline Mayers, Mr. and Mrs. Trevor Millington, Rev. Dr. Scoffield Eversley and Rev. Dr. Margaret Eversley, Rev. & Mrs. Donavon Shoemaker, Rev. & Mrs. Clayton Springer, Ms. Geraldine Davis, Rev.Carl and Rev Angie Dixon, Mr. David Brathwaite,Mrs. Zenda Phillips,Mrs. Gloria Rock, Rev.Pauline Harewood, Mr. and Mrs. Stewart Russell, Mrs. Shirley Smith, Mr.and Mr. David Trotman, Mr. and Mrs. Felton Ince, Mr. and Mrs. David Brathwaite, Mr.and Mrs. Ryan Miller Mr.and Mrs. Neilo Mascoll, Mrs.Zenda Phillips, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Quintyne and Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Cummins, Dr. Joseph Drew served as my advisor, mentor, and teacher during my academic tenure as a Media Arts Major at New Jersey City University (NJCU). The conversation centered on my post-graduation writing skills improvement after returning to Barbados. From 1995 to 2025, my practice in the leisure pursuit profession has shown to be infectious among other nuances. The combination of passion, prolific writing, and the Creator's assistance has led me to produce publication 396E-Publications according to academia.edu and 234 Podcasts buzz sprout .The above mentioned information provided significantly influenced my academic development journey, leading me to dedicate my 66th publication, "A Tribute to Culture" Vol 1, in memory of Dr. Joseph Drew.https://www.academia.edu/35701754/itanuts2016_pdf.

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Podcast 233 The Interaction of Media Arts, Cultural Literacy, Theology, and Illiteracy © 2025 ISBN 978-976-97719-9-4filmed by 
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I wish to express gratitude to the Creator for guiding me and my late parents, Charles and Ira Gittens, for their guidance and creative expression.  Thanks to those who assisted me along this journey namely my Beloved wife Magnola Gittens, my Brothers Shurland, Charles, Ricardo, Arnott, Stephen, Sisters Emerald, Marcella, Cheryl, Cousins Joy Mayers, Kevin and Ernest Mayers, Donna Archer, Avis Dyer, Jackie Clarke, Uncles Clifford, Leonard Mayers, David Bruce, and Collin Rock. My children Laron and Lisa.  Well-wishers Mr.and Mrs. Andrew Platizky, Mr. Matthew Sutton, Mr.& Mrs. Gordon Alleyne, Mr. Juan Arroyo, Mr. and Mrs. David Lavine, Mrs. Ellen Gordon, Dr.Nicholas Gordon, the late Dr.Joseph Drew, Merline Mayers, Mr. and Mrs. Trevor Millington, Rev. Dr. Scoffield Eversley and Rev. Dr. Margaret Eversley, Rev. & Mrs. Donavon Shoemaker, Rev. & Mrs. Clayton Springer, Ms. Geraldine Davis, Rev.Carl and Rev Angie Dixon, Mr. David Brathwaite,Mrs. Zenda Phillips,Mrs. Gloria Rock, Rev.Pauline Harewood, Mr. and Mrs. Stewart Russell, Mrs. Shirley Smith, Mr.and Mr. David Trotman, Mr. and Mrs. Felton Ince, Mr. and Mrs. David Brathwaite, Mr.and Mrs. Ryan Miller Mr.and Mrs. Neilo Mascoll, Mrs.Zenda Phillips, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Quintyne and Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Cummins, Dr. Joseph Drew served as my advisor, mentor, and teacher during my academic tenure as a Media Arts Major at New Jersey City University (NJCU). The conversation centered on my post-graduation writing skills improvement after returning to Barbados. From 1995 to 2025, my practice in the leisure pursuit profession has shown to be infectious among other nuances. The combination of passion, prolific writing, and the Creator's assistance has led me to produce publication 395E-Publications according to academia.edu and 233 Podcasts buzz sprout .The above mentioned information provided significantly influenced my academic development journey, leading me to dedicate my 66th publication, "A Tribute to Culture" Vol 1, in memory of Dr. Joseph Drew.https://www.academia.edu/35701754/itanuts2016_pdf.

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https://independent.academia.edu/WilliamGittens/Books

https://scholar.google.com/scholar?hl=en&as_sdt=0%2C5&q=william+anderson+gittens+barbados&oq=william+anderson+gittens

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I wish to express gratitude to the Creator for guiding me and my late parents, Charles and Ira Gittens, for their guidance and creative expression.  Thanks to those who assisted me along this journey namely my Beloved wife Magnola Gittens, my Brothers Shurland, Charles, Ricardo, Arnott, Stephen, Sisters Emerald, Marcella, Cheryl, Cousins Joy Mayers, Kevin and Ernest Mayers, Donna Archer, Avis Dyer, Jackie Clarke, Uncles Clifford, Leonard Mayers, David Bruce, and Collin Rock. My children Laron and Lisa.  Well-wishers Mr.and Mrs. Andrew Platizky, Mr. Matthew Sutton, Mr.& Mrs. Gordon Alleyne, Mr. Juan Arroyo, Mr. and Mrs. David Lavine, Mrs. Ellen Gordon, Dr.Nicholas Gordon, the late Dr.Joseph Drew, Merline Mayers, Mr. and Mrs. Trevor Millington, Rev. Dr. Scoffield Eversley and Rev. Dr. Margaret Eversley, Rev. & Mrs. Donavon Shoemaker, Rev. & Mrs. Clayton Springer, Ms. Geraldine Davis, Rev.Carl and Rev Angie Dixon, Mr. David Brathwaite,Mrs. Zenda Phillips,Mrs. Gloria Rock, Rev.Pauline Harewood, Mr. and Mrs. Stewart Russell, Mrs. Shirley Smith, Mr.and Mr. David Trotman, Mr. and Mrs. Felton Ince, Mr. and Mrs. David Brathwaite, Mr.and Mrs. Ryan Miller Mr.and Mrs. Neilo Mascoll, Mrs.Zenda Phillips, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Quintyne and Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Cummins, Dr. Joseph Drew served as my advisor, mentor, and teacher during my academic tenure as a Media Arts Major at New Jersey City University (NJCU). The conversation centered on my post-graduation writing skills improvement after returning to Barbados. From 1995 to 2025, my practice in the leisure pursuit profession has shown to be infectious among other nuances. The combination of passion, prolific writing, and the Creator's assistance has led me to produce publication 393E-Publications according to academia.edu and 231 Podcasts buzz sprout .The above mentioned information provided significantly influenced my academic development journey, leading me to dedicate my 66th publication, "A Tribute to Culture" Vol 1, in memory of Dr. Joseph Drew.https://www.academia.edu/35701754/itanuts2016_pdf.

No portion of this publication may be duplicated, saved in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any way, whether it be mechanical, electronic, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written consent of the copyright owner, Dr. William Anderson Gittens, D.D. Photography, illustrations, layout design, and typesetting by 

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Podcast 230: Life Beyond the Cliché: A Theological Exploration© 2025ISBN 978-976-97719-6-3

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I wish to express gratitude to the Creator for guiding me and my late parents, Charles and Ira Gittens, for their guidance and creative expression.  Thanks to those who assisted me along this journey namely my Beloved wife Magnola Gittens, my Brothers Shurland, Charles, Ricardo, Arnott, Stephen, Sisters Emerald, Marcella, Cheryl, Cousins Joy Mayers, Kevin and Ernest Mayers, Donna Archer, Avis Dyer, Jackie Clarke, Uncles Clifford, Leonard Mayers, David Bruce, and Collin Rock. My children Laron and Lisa.  Well-wishers Mr.and Mrs. Andrew Platizky, Mr. Matthew Sutton, Mr.& Mrs. Gordon Alleyne, Mr. Juan Arroyo, Mr. and Mrs. David Lavine, Mrs. Ellen Gordon, Dr.Nicholas Gordon, the late Dr.Joseph Drew, Merline Mayers, Mr. and Mrs. Trevor Millington, Rev. Dr. Scoffield Eversley and Rev. Dr. Margaret Eversley, Rev. & Mrs. Donavon Shoemaker, Rev. & Mrs. Clayton Springer, Ms. Geraldine Davis, Rev.Carl and Rev Angie Dixon, Mr. David Brathwaite,Mrs. Zenda Phillips,Mrs. Gloria Rock, Rev.Pauline Harewood, Mr. and Mrs. Stewart Russell, Mrs. Shirley Smith, Mr.and Mr. David Trotman, Mr. and Mrs. Felton Ince, Mr. and Mrs. David Brathwaite, Mr.and Mrs. Ryan Miller Mr.and Mrs. Neilo Mascoll, Mrs.Zenda Phillips, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Quintyne and Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Cummins, Dr. Joseph Drew served as my advisor, mentor, and teacher during my academic tenure as a Media Arts Major at New Jersey City University (NJCU). The conversation centered on my post-graduation writing skills improvement after returning to Barbados. From 1995 to 2025, my practice in the leisure pursuit profession has shown to be infectious among other nuances. The combination of passion, prolific writing, and the Creator's assistance has led me to produce publication 392E-Publications according to academia.edu and 230 Podcasts buzz sprout .The above mentioned information provided significantly influenced my academic development journey, leading me to dedicate my 66th publication, "A Tribute to Culture" Vol 1, in memory of Dr. Joseph Drew.https://www.academia.edu/35701754/itanuts2016_pdf.

No portion of this publication may be duplicated, saved in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any way, whether it be mechanical, electronic, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written consent of the copyright owner, Dr. William Anderson Gittens, D.D. Photography, illustrations, layout design, and typesetting by 

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I wish to express gratitude to the Creator for guiding me and my late parents, Charles and Ira Gittens, for their guidance and creative expression.  Thanks to those who assisted me along this journey namely my Beloved wife Magnola Gittens, my Brothers Shurland, Charles, Ricardo, Arnott, Stephen, Sisters Emerald, Marcella, Cheryl, Cousins Joy Mayers, Kevin and Ernest Mayers, Donna Archer, Avis Dyer, Jackie Clarke, Uncles Clifford, Leonard Mayers, David Bruce, and Collin Rock. My children Laron and Lisa.  Well-wishers Mr.and Mrs. Andrew Platizky, Mr. Matthew Sutton, Mr.& Mrs. Gordon Alleyne, Mr. Juan Arroyo, Mr. and Mrs. David Lavine, Mrs. Ellen Gordon, Dr.Nicholas Gordon, the late Dr.Joseph Drew, Merline Mayers, Mr. and Mrs. Trevor Millington, Rev. Dr. Scoffield Eversley and Rev. Dr. Margaret Eversley, Rev. & Mrs. Donavon Shoemaker, Rev. & Mrs. Clayton Springer, Ms. Geraldine Davis, Rev.Carl and Rev Angie Dixon, Mr. David Brathwaite,Mrs. Zenda Phillips,Mrs. Gloria Rock, Rev.Pauline Harewood, Mr. and Mrs. Stewart Russell, Mrs. Shirley Smith, Mr.and Mr. David Trotman, Mr. and Mrs. Felton Ince, Mr. and Mrs. David Brathwaite, Mr.and Mrs. Ryan Miller Mr.and Mrs. Neilo Mascoll, Mrs.Zenda Phillips, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Quintyne and Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Cummins, Dr. Joseph Drew served as my advisor, mentor, and teacher during my academic tenure as a Media Arts Major at New Jersey City University (NJCU). The conversation centered on my post-graduation writing skills improvement after returning to Barbados. From 1995 to 2025, my practice in the leisure pursuit profession has shown to be infectious among other nuances. The combination of passion, prolific writing, and the Creator's assistance has led me to produce publication 390E-Publications according to academia.edu and 230 Podcasts buzz sprout .The above mentioned information provided significantly influenced my academic development journey, leading me to dedicate my 66th publication, "A Tribute to Culture" Vol 1, in memory of Dr. Joseph Drew.https://www.academia.edu/35701754/itanuts2016_pdf.

No portion of this publication may be duplicated, saved in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any way, whether it be mechanical, electronic, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written consent of the copyright owner, Dr. William Anderson Gittens, D.D. Photography, illustrations, layout design, and typesetting by 

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The Dance of Raindrops and The  Art of Culinary© 2025 ISBN 978-976-97719-7-0

Dr,William Anderson Gittens D.D. conducts a  study which situates a personal encounter with a sudden backyard downpour at the intersection of photojournalism, cultural theory, and divinity—exploring how a moment of ecological intensity can illuminate the entanglement of nature and artistic expression. By examining the visual rhetoric of rain as it unfolds atop flowers and in the deliberate presentation of food at a contemporary celebration (Cards Community) and juxtaposing these with the work of MZ Creates, this discourse investigates how visual art functions as a bridge between organic processes and human creativity. Drawing on perspectives that celebrate beauty discovered in everyday moments (Our Mental Health) and on a scriptural reminder of beauty as a quiet, unfading spirit (1 Peter 3:3–4), the introduction frames a broader inquiry: how do chance encounters with nature catalyze perception, memory, and meaning within artistic practice? Methodologically, the paper recounts a personal field observation captured with a Canon Rebel T6, reflecting on how the act of photographing under unexpected rain reframes the photographer as observer, interpreter, and co-creator. This reflective procedure is read alongside established theories in cultural theory and photojournalism that privilege the situatedness of image-making within real-world contexts. The analysis extends to a culinary event remembered for its aesthetic finesse—an analogy that foregrounds the shared impulse in both culinary and natural art to choreograph sensory experience through careful arrangement, texture, and temporality. Together, these strands illuminate a guiding thesis: nature and culinary art share an underlying aesthetic philosophy that animates emotion, provokes thought, and reveals the social and spiritual dimensions of creativity. In the pages that follow, the dialectic between the organic world and human representation will be deployed to articulate how everyday beauty can become a catalyst for insight across disciplines."

Podcast 228: Dance of Raindrops and The  Art of Culinary© 2025 ISBN978-976-97719-7-0

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Biblical Critical Theory: Integrating Faith, Justice, and Culture© 2025 ISBN 978-976-97719-1-8

And welcome to our conversation on a subject that combines art and religion, quite the intriguing combination, if I may say so myself. I am your host, Dr. William Anderson Gittens, DD. We are exploring how biblical critical thinking may be incorporated into the field of photojournalism, today as theologians, cultural theorists and photojournalists from the stunning island of Barbados.

It is uncommon to hear about combining these two realms, yet it is a crucial topic, particularly for anyone who have ever pondered how their personal convictions may affect their work life. God is both transcendent and imminent, a concept that contrasts with secular worldviews. Biblical passages like Isaiah 55 9 and Acts 17 28 demonstrate this dual nature of God, emphasising his existence beyond and within the world.

In Christian theology, pursuing knowledge is not just an intellectual exercise, but an act of worship, serving as a foundation for engaging with the external environment. The integration of religion and reasons provides a lens through which individuals can assess and influence culture. Ultimately, the journey of leading a Christian life begins with this understanding of God's transcendence and eminence.

When we talk about applying biblical critical thinking to photojournalism, we are really looking at how scripture informs our understanding of truth and ethics. In many ways, photojournalism already aligns with these values, aiming to show reality, tell the truth, and do so ethically. However, adding a biblical lens pushes us to go a step further in ensuring our work glorifies God.

While journalistic ethics ensure that we remain objective and truthful, biblical principles ask us to also consider factors and more about capturing it in a way that highlights God's truth and humanity. It is about making intentional choices with the stories we tell and the subjects we choose to highlight. For instance, when documenting controversial or sensitive topics, it becomes crucial to focus on the dignity and worth of the individuals involved.

Scripture guides us to speak the truth in love, Ephesians 4.15, New International Version. Ensuring our work fosters understanding and compassion. This approach represents more than abiding by professional standards.

It involves aligning each shot and story with passages such as 1 Corinthians 10.31, doing it all for the glory of God. It requires consideration of the audience's reaction and the potential for positive or negative impact. This does not mean imposing one's beliefs on others.

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Photojournalism and Tourism Have a Nexus in Barbados’Culture© 2025 ISBN978-976-97719-0-1 PODCAST 227

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I wish to express gratitude to the Creator for guiding me and my late parents, Charles and Ira Gittens, for their guidance and creative expression.  Thanks to those who assisted me along this journey namely my Beloved wife Magnola Gittens, my Brothers Shurland, Charles, Ricardo, Arnott, Stephen, Sisters Emerald, Marcella, Cheryl, Cousins Joy Mayers, Kevin and Ernest Mayers, Donna Archer, Avis Dyer, Jackie Clarke, Uncles Clifford, Leonard Mayers, David Bruce, and Collin Rock. My children Laron and Lisa.  Well-wishers Mr.and Mrs. Andrew Platizky, Mr. Matthew Sutton, Mr.& Mrs. Gordon Alleyne, Mr. Juan Arroyo, Mr. and Mrs. David Lavine, Mrs. Ellen Gordon, Dr.Nicholas Gordon, the late Dr.Joseph Drew, Merline Mayers, Mr. and Mrs. Trevor Millington, Rev. Dr. Scoffield Eversley and Rev. Dr. Margaret Eversley, Rev. & Mrs. Donavon Shoemaker, Rev. & Mrs. Clayton Springer, Ms. Geraldine Davis, Rev.Carl and Rev Angie Dixon, Mr. David Brathwaite,Mrs. Zenda Phillips,Mrs. Gloria Rock, Rev.Pauline Harewood, Mr. and Mrs. Stewart Russell, Mrs. Shirley Smith, Mr.and Mr. David Trotman, Mr. and Mrs. Felton Ince, Mr. and Mrs. David Brathwaite, Mr.and Mrs. Ryan Miller Mr.and Mrs. Neilo Mascoll, Mrs.Zenda Phillips, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Quintyne and Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Cummins, Dr. Joseph Drew served as my advisor, mentor, and teacher during my academic tenure as a Media Arts Major at New Jersey City University (NJCU). The conversation centered on my post-graduation writing skills improvement after returning to Barbados. From 1995 to 2025, my practice in the leisure pursuit profession has shown to be infectious among other nuances. The combination of passion, prolific writing, and the Creator's assistance has led me to produce publication 387E-Publications according to academia.edu and 226 Podcasts buzz sprout .The above mentioned information provided significantly influenced my academic development journey, leading me to dedicate my 66th publication, "A Tribute to Culture" Vol 1, in memory of Dr. Joseph Drew.https://www.academia.edu/35701754/itanuts2016_pdf.

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