Analyze This with Neville James

Tuesday, June 30, 2026 - Part 2

Part 2 - Host Neville James discusses recent U.S. Supreme Court rulings with attorney Dwayne Henry, focusing on decisions that expand presidential authority over independent federal agencies while preserving limited protections for the Federal Reserve. The conversation examines constitutional interpretation, the balance of power between the executive and legislative branches, government oversight, regulatory independence, and concerns about the long-term implications for democracy and accountability.

Tuesday, June 30, 2026 - Part 1

Part 1 - Host Neville James welcomes Dr. Anne Louise Lockhart, St. Croix native, psychologist, author, and national speaker, for a conversation about her journey from Hurricane Hugo survivor and St. Joseph High School graduate to publishing her new book, Love the Teen You Have. Dr. Lockhart shared insights from her work with children, teens, and families, discussing adolescent development, parenting challenges, mental health, ADHD, anxiety, and the impact of excessive social media use on young people. The discussion also highlighted her upcoming book signing at Undercover Books and her mission to equip parents with practical tools to better understand, support, and connect with their teenagers.

Monday, June 29, 2026 - Part 2

Part 2 - Table Talk continues with Neville James, Dr. Malek Sekou and Donald “Ducks” Cole in a discussion on leadership, governance, and the role of age, experience, and political maturity in public service. The conversation explored the history of elected governors in the Virgin Islands, succession planning within political parties, the importance of balancing youthful leadership with the wisdom and guidance of elders, current national political trends, term limits, leadership effectiveness, and democratic institutions, while Neville highlighted upcoming WTJX coverage of the St. John Celebration Parade and the Democratic primary debates.

Monday, June 29, 2026 - Part 1

Part 1 - Host Neville James welcome Dr. Malek Sekou and Donald “Ducks” Cole for Table Talk and a wide-ranging discussion on Virgin Islands political history, focusing on the constitutional conventions that helped pave the way for elected governors and other self-governance reforms. They discussedcurrent political issues, including New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani’s response to questions about presidential eligibility, while reflecting on leadership, governance, and the evolution of democracy in the Virgin Islands.

Friday, June 26, 2026 - Part 2

Part 2 - Host Neville James speaks with George “Soul” Thomas, founder of the legendary Dominican band Gramacks, about the group’s origins, early struggles, and rise to international acclaim. Thomas shares stories about forming the band in St. Joseph, Dominica, traveling to Guadeloupe in search of opportunities, and developing the distinctive sound that helped make Gramacks one of the Caribbean’s most influential bands. The conversation also explores the creation and global success of the classic hit “Mi déba,” including Thomas’s role as songwriter, arranger, and guitarist.

Friday, June 26, 2026 - Part 1

Part 1 - Host Neville James welcomes Kendell Henry, aka KC, of the Ten Sleepless Knights and the Department of Tourism, for a discussion on Virgin Islands culture, heritage, and upcoming Emancipation celebrations. KC highlights the annual Quelbe Tramp in Frederiksted, the importance of preserving quelbe music, and the growing recognition of Virgin Islands culture through local and national folklife festivals. The conversation also explores the history of the 1878 Fireburn, the legacy of the Four Queens, and the cultural significance of classic Virgin Islands songs including Queen Mary and Freedom. The program additionally features a WAPA update from Shanell Spencer on power rotation in the St. Thomas–St. John district.

Thursday, June 25, 2026 - Part 2

Part 2 - Host Neville James welcomes Dr. Ashley Ward and Duke University students Hyunjin Lee, Nick Kantos, Dylan McCarthy, Melena Flores, Christopher Connors, Parker Upton, and Dresden Benke to discuss their Heat Policy Innovation Hub fieldwork in St. Croix. The students share insights on climate data collection, environmental challenges, career paths, and their personal experiences studying engineering, statistics, and science while engaging with the Virgin Islands community. Dr. Ward highlights interdisciplinary collaboration and future partnerships with the University of the Virgin Islands, as the group reflects on resilience, equity, and the next generation of scientific leadership.

Thursday, June 25, 2026 - Part 1

Part 1 - Host Neville James analyzes World Cup 2026 results and the new format, highlighting the United States’ performance as Group D winners and the broader economic power of FIFA compared to major U.S. sports leagues. He is joined by Dr. Ashley Ward and Duke University students Tim Jung, Catherine Hua, and Bri Hidalgo to discuss Duke’s Heat Policy Innovation Hub, their climate and heat-mapping work on St. Croix, and their first impressions of Virgin Islands culture and environment.

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 - Part 2

Part 2 - Host Neville James is joined by guests Malik Sekou and Dwayne Henry in a discussion of rising inequality and cost‑of‑living. Malik emphasized the need for greater wealth redistribution and taxing billionaires, while Dwayne highlighted that people still aspire to economic mobility and are not fully committed to socialist systems. Neville concluded that although progressive ideas can gain traction, there is a natural limit to redistribution in American politics, which ultimately remains a hybrid of capitalism and targeted government intervention.

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 - Part 1

Part 1 - Host Neville James is joined by Daryl Jaschen, Director of VITEMA, who provides a mid-season hurricane preparedness update, noting current conditions such as Sahara dust, heat, low humidity, and weak tropical waves, while emphasizing that peak hurricane risk typically comes later in the season despite early activity like Tropical Storm Arthur. Jasper highlights ongoing risks from sargassum impacting desalination plants, the importance of monitoring water temperatures, and the unpredictability of rapid storm intensification and heavy rainfall events that can cause flooding and infrastructure challenges across the Virgin Islands.