The Checkmate Political Podcast explores the current political and social climate of Jamaica and the wider Caribbean region
Checkmate
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The Checkmate Political Podcast explores the current political and social climate of Jamaica and the wider Caribbean region
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1/24/2021
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Recent Episodes
March 30, 2026
Jamaica's 2026-2027 Budget Debate
<p>On this episode, host Cliff and Keenan, are joined by Ronaldinho to discuss Jamaica's 2026-2027 budget debate; and the effectiveness of these plans in the wake of the Hurricane Melissa's destruction of the island. </p><p><br></p><p>Don't forget to follow us on our social media</p><p>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/tenementyaad_?lan">https://twitter.com/tenementyaad_?lan</a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tenementyaad_/?hl=en">https://www.instagram.com/tenementyaad_/?hl=en</a></p><p>TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@tenementyaad_">https://www.tiktok.com/@tenementyaad_</a></p><p>Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/tenementyaadmedia.com</p><p><br></p><p>Want to support The Yaad monetary? Click <a href="https://secure.squarespace.com/checkout/donate?donatePageId=5fe6499a48c30047e6154d9a&ss_cvr=ddd148d3-ed0e-4f73-b5bb-6ba665aebf30%7C1616700384604%7C1623810675766%7C1623831567869%7C43&ss_cvt=1623831567869">here</a> to make a donation</p>
August 19, 2025
Jamaica’s 2025 General Election: The Seats To Watch
<p>Disclaimer: This episode does not provide an endorsement of any political party or candidate. It is also not a prediction of the winner of any seat or the result of any seat or the elections overall.</p><p><br></p><p>With Jamaica’s 2025 election expected to be keenly contested, it could come down to a few key constituency seats. So on this episode, our host, Keenan Falconer is flying solo as he draws on statistical data and political history, to discuss the six seats most likely to be the most competitive on the night of the election.</p><p><br></p><p>Don't forget to follow us on our social media</p><p>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/tenementyaad_?lan" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://twitter.com/tenementyaad_?lan</a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tenementyaad_/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.instagram.com/tenementyaad_/?hl=en</a></p><p>TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@tenementyaad_" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.tiktok.com/@tenementyaad_</a></p><p>Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/tenementyaadmedia.com</p><p><br></p><p>Want to support The Yaad monetary? Click <a href="https://secure.squarespace.com/checkout/donate?donatePageId=5fe6499a48c30047e6154d9a&ss_cvr=ddd148d3-ed0e-4f73-b5bb-6ba665aebf30%7C1616700384604%7C1623810675766%7C1623831567869%7C43&ss_cvt=1623831567869" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">here</a> to make a donation</p>
December 20, 2023
Venezuela & Guyana’s Border Chronicles, Part 2
<p>On this episode, The Yaad follows up on our previous episode looking at the Essequibo border dispute between Venezuela and Guyana. This time around, we spoke with Dr. Tamanisha J. John, on how the discovery of oil and other natural resources in Guyana and Venezuela has played a role in the dispute. Furthermore, she also spoke on how Western imperialism and foreign corporations had and at present, played a role in the conflict. Dr. John also gave an update on the recent meeting between both countries' heads of government in St Vincent and the Grenadines.</p> <p><br></p> <p>To view our notes for this episode, visit our website at: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa0tqb3ZfV0RON3RNcVZGS0RGU0FEVVRoUjhHUXxBQ3Jtc0tuTkl4T1hLLTk0RmVrYjBreVpuN2NMcXplY3ZzTTc1N1QzQktDN29nVFpsNTA5eGRGSXVCLU1mOEtfaUltcjJqRUVlVEFBejRKQXBSa3JGdi1FRTlyV09GUkNaUmlMaWZ4elNHTGZfazRQNXh3LWRkOA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tenementyaadmedia.com%2F">https://www.tenementyaadmedia.com/</a></p> <p><br></p> <p>Don't forget to follow us on our social media</p> <p>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/tenementyaad_?lan">https://twitter.com/tenementyaad_?lan</a></p> <p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tenementyaad_/?hl=en">https://www.instagram.com/tenementyaad_/?hl=en</a></p> <p>TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@tenementyaad_">https://www.tiktok.com/@tenementyaad_</a></p> <p>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyXIUUimi2ELKQQM5xCUuuw">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyXIUUimi2ELKQQM5xCUuuw</a></p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checkment-politics/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checkment-politics/support</a>
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