About this episode
The episode features discussions with residents of Sint Maarten about the island's culture, tourism, and music.
Some islands invite you to relax. This one invites you to discover. In Part Two of their Caribbean series, Big Blend Radio's "Wanderers Compass" hosts Joelle Machia and Ryan Slough sit down with three extraordinary voices who have made Sint Maarten their home — each one a living thread in the cultural fabric of the Friendly Island. Former and first Prime Minister and current President of Parliament Sarah Wescot-Williams shares her lifelong journey of public service and her deep passion for the island she has helped shape since its first days as a constituent country within the Dutch Kingdom. May-Ling Chun, Director of Tourism, pulls back the curtain on Sint Maarten's bold new direction — from Carnival preservation and the St. Martin Flavors culinary platform to sustainable tourism and quality over quantity. And in an unplanned but unforgettable conversation, five-decade resident, musician, composer, and entrepreneur Clarence Derby takes us inside the story of Arrow's global hit "Hot Hot Hot" — and shares why giving back will always matter more than the money. Stay tuned to the end for a special music clip from Clarence himself. LINKS & RESOURCES - Full article that includes…
People in this episode
Hosts: Joelle Machia, Ryan Slough
Guests: Sarah Wescot-Williams, May-Ling Chun, Clarence Derby
Topics covered
- Caribbean culture
- sustainable tourism
- public service
- local music
- culinary tourism
Keywords
- Sint Maarten
- Caribbean
- tourism
- public service
- music
- cultural fabric
- sustainable
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Sint Maarten, Dutch Kingdom
Books & works: Hot Hot Hot
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