Analyze This with Neville James

Part 2 - Host Neville James welcomes Genevieve Whitaker, Executive Director of the Virgin Islands Career and Technical Education (CTE) Board, and Anthony Martinborough Jr., Chair of the Virgin Islands Board for Career and Technical Education, who discuss the board’s role in certifying instructors, expanding workforce development opportunities, and strengthening career and technical education programs throughout the territory. Martinborough shares his journey as a young educator and community leader, while both guests highlight initiatives aimed at increasing student participation in vocational training, industry partnerships, apprenticeships, and construction workforce development.  The conversation focuses on the importance of preparing students and adult learners for careers in skilled trades, business, agriculture, hospitality, and other technical fields, while addressing challenges such as educator shortages, workforce gaps, and the need for greater investment in training programs.

Part 1 - Host Neville James opens the program with weather updates and cultural commentary, speaking first with National Weather Service meteorologist Maria, who discusses heat advisories, drought conditions, marine safety, and weather patterns affecting Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. James then welcomes longtime caller Lolo Willis, and the two engage in a lively conversation about salsa, calypso, Caribbean music history, Puerto Rican basketball legends, Virgin Islands schools, and the historical significance of the U.S. Virgin Islands under U.S. governance, while James also highlights an upcoming community forum featuring Dr. Selwyn Rogers on addressing gun violence as a public health issue.

Part 2 - The special midweek edition of Table Talk continues with Neville James, Dwayne Henry, Pat Morris, Doug Scoll, and Malik Sekou to discuss the aftermath of the Virgin Islands primary election and the issues shaping the upcoming general election. The panel examines national political trends, the future of the Democratic Party, WAPA’s ongoing energy challenges, constitutional reform, government accountability, and the historical challenges lieutenant governors face when seeking election as governor.

Part 1 - Host Neville James welcomes Dwayne Henry, Pat Morris, Doug Scoll, and Malik Sekou for a special midweek edition of Table Talk as they continue analyzing the aftermath of the Virgin Islands Democratic primary election. The panel explores the rise of political change movements, debates the future of party politics locally and nationally, and examines how voter sentiment, political messaging, and emerging leadership may shape the road to the November general election.

Part 2 - Host Neville James speaks with Fly the Whale President and COO Omer ErSelcuk and Caribbean VP Marcy Heistand about air travel in the Virgin Islands, the launch of new service between St. Thomas and San Juan’s Isla Grande Airport, and the challenges facing regional aviation. They discuss airline economics, connectivity, airport development, rising operating costs, and the importance of reliable and affordable air service for residents, businesses, and visitors.

Part 1 - Host Neville James continues the post-primary election coverage, speaking with Supervisor of Elections Caroline Fawkes about record early voting turnout, absentee ballot counting, election certification, and preparations for the November general election. He also welcomes WAPA Communications Director Shanell Spencer, who provides updates on a planned power outage, grid improvement projects, and new generation resources aimed at strengthening electrical reliability across St. Thomas, St. John, and St. Croix.

Part 2 - Table Talk continues with Neville James, Dwayne Henry, Pat Morris, Doug Scoll, and Malik Sekou in a spirited discussion examining the results of the 2026 Democratic primary elections in the U.S. Virgin Islands. The panel debates open versus closed primaries, analyzes the outcomes of the gubernatorial, delegate, and senatorial races, and explores how voter sentiment, party politics, and campaign strategy shape the road to the November general election.

Part 1 - Host Neville James leads a lively post-primary edition Table Talk, reflecting on the 2026 Democratic primary election results and the political history behind the races. Joined by Dwayne Henry, Pat Morris, Doug Scoll, and Malik Sekou, the panel examines voter behavior, party politics, the Democratic Party's dominance in the Virgin Islands, and the paths ahead for winners including Stacey Plaskett, Milton Potter, and Janelle Sarauw as the territory turns its focus to the general election.

Part 2 -Host Neville James reflects on the end of July, discusses strong early voting turnout and polling site updates for the upcoming primary election, and shares observations on population trends and civic participation in the Virgin Islands. Later, caller Eric Christian joins the conversation to reminisce about the territory’s rich musical history, highlighting influential musicians, bands, arrangers, and educators whose contributions help shape the Virgin Islands’ cultural legacy.

Part 1 - Host Neville James speaks with VI Department of Education Commissioner Dionne Wells-Hedrington, St. Croix Superintendent Carla Bastian Knight, and St. Thomas-St. John Superintendent Stefan Jurgen about preparations for the upcoming school year, including new school facilities, curriculum priorities, literacy initiatives, and student achievement data across the territory. The guests discuss the importance of phonics and early literacy, efforts to improve academic outcomes through targeted interventions, the rollout of literacy vans to promote reading in local communities, and upcoming back-to-school events designed to support students and families as schools prepare to reopen.