Assistant Director of Culture Eddie Dames arrived at our studio clothed fully in black. He cuts a striking figure… tall and lean with a well-coiffed grizzled beard that hangs halfway down his chest in true “Gandalfian” style (for those who are familiar with “Lord of The Rings”). His long salt-and-pepper hair was neatly drawn back into a discreet ponytail. We had not met before and he greeted us warmly with smiling eyes. … Continue readingEdison Dames
In 2012, after a long and distinguished political and law career, Hubert Alexander Ingraham resigned from public office. Upon his retirement, there was talk that he might be offered a knighthood. He responded: “My name is Hubert Ingraham – I don’t need nothing before that.” … Continue readingHubert Ingraham
As an avid Sideburns reader I have always admired how he can express so much with just a few strokes of his pen, getting to the heart of the issues facing Bahamian society. … Continue readingStan Burnside
P. Anthony White, an esteemed Bahamian journalist, began his career nearly 60 years ago. Over the decades he has become a strong and well-respected voice in Bahamian media. … Continue readingP. Anthony White
On the wall in the Maillis’ Law Office hangs a poster commemorating the World War II achievements of the senior generation of Maillis brothers. Under the title “We Also Were Warriors” is a photo and a brief write-up summarizing the involvement of each of the three brothers. … Continue readingAlexander Maillis, Senior
It took some effort to get Netica Symonette into the studio. She refused the first time I asked her. But we felt she was important to include and several people had recommended we include her so I asked again… and then again. Finally, perhaps just to get me to stop asking her, she agreed. Reluctantly. … Continue readingNetica Symonette