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Carry On Friends has an unmistakable Caribbean-American essence. Hosted by the dynamic and engaging Kerry-Ann Reid-Brown, the podcast takes listeners on a global journey, deeply rooted in Caribbean culture. It serves as a melting pot of inspiring stories, light-hearted anecdotes, and stimulating perspectives that provoke thought and initiate conversations. The podcast invites guests who enrich the narrative with their unique experiences and insights into Caribbean culture and identity. With ...
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Karukerament is a podcast about the representation of the Caribbean in cinema and television.
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The Get InPowered Podcast by Inclusivus, is about individuals, innovators, advocates, activists, and agents of social change across sectors and industries who are working to transform their communities and the world at large. In each episode, we travel with host Judithe Registre to a different location and talk with InPowered women and men whose stories and work are inspiring change and action and making a transformative impact in their communities. These are people who, through their own pe ...
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Hurricane Melissa: Stories from the Diaspora and the Cultural Anchors That Hold Us
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Send us a text When Hurricane Melissa struck Jamaica, the impact rippled far beyond the island. This episode explores “the middle place” — that emotional space between home and abroad — through the voices of Caribbean people across the diaspora. Through Lens 3 of the Caribbean Diaspora Experience Model (CDEM): Cultural Anchors, Kerry-Ann reflects o…
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Where You Live vs. What You Seek: Lens 2 of Caribbean Diaspora Experience Model (CDEM)
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Send us a text What if access to culture isn’t the same as connection? We dive into lens two of the Caribbean Diaspora Experience model (CDEM) and map how place and personal drive intersect to shape identity; whether you’re surrounded by patty shops and dancehall flyers in Brooklyn or piecing together community in a low-density city in middle of Am…
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Third Culture Experience: Navigating Identity, Belonging & Boundaries as Caribbean Immigrants
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Send us a text Simone W. Johnson Smith is the author of Decoding America: The Immigrant Experience and host of The Immigrant Experience in America podcast. A Jamaican-born public servant and cultural coach, Simone supports immigrant professionals through the emotional and cultural transitions of life in a new country. Caribbean immigrants create so…
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Starting Points Matter: Lens 1 of the Caribbean Diaspora Experience Model (CDEM)
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Send us a text "When someone asks you where you're from, what's the first thing that comes to mind?" This seemingly simple question opens a window into the complex world of cultural identity for Caribbean people living in diaspora communities. Your answer likely depends on who's asking, where they're asking, and your unique migration journey. The C…
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Mission Food Possible: A Movement to End Food Insecurity in Jamaica & the Caribbean
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Send us a text In this riveting conversation, food security activist Peter Ivey reveals that approximately two-thirds of Jamaica's population experiences food insecurity despite the island's abundant natural resources. As founder of Mission Food Possible and CEO of The Reggae Chefs, Peter is fighting to reconnect communities with their culinary her…
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Paris Calling: Bold Moves & Career Pivots
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Send us a text What happens when you follow your dreams across the Atlantic? Tahia Hobson is a Jamaican-American professional currently based in Paris, France. With a 20-year career in healthcare behind her, she recently made a bold pivot to luxury marketing, fueled by her love of culture, service, and personal growth. We talk about cultural identi…
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Stacey Liburd’s Bold Journey from NYC to CEO of Grenada Tourism Authority
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Send us a text What happens when you leave behind the familiarity of corporate America for an uncertain future on a small Caribbean island? For Stacey Liburd, it became the first step in an extraordinary journey toward becoming the CEO of the Grenada Tourism Authority. Stacey's story is one of courage, faith, and purpose. Ten years ago, she abandon…
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Language Is Power: Jamaican Patois, Identity & AI
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Send us a text What happens when your language becomes a battleground for identity, education, and cultural sovereignty? When Oneil Madden, a Jamaican linguist who speaks five languages, joined me for this conversation, we uncovered the profound connections between language, heritage, and self-perception that shape the Caribbean experience both at …
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Caribbean Adjacent: Love, Culture & Olive Oil | Meet Tiffany & Jorge
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Send us a text Welcome to back to another episode of Caribbean Adjacent, a series within the Carry On Friends Podcast! Tiffany Cohen is back on the podcast and this time she is with her husband Jorge. They are dynamic husband-and-wife duo behind Flor de la Jara, an olive oil brand rooted in generations of Spanish farming and powered by cross-cultur…
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From Carriacou to Brooklyn: Building Sustainable Futures & Cultural Legacy
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Send us a text The destruction of Grenada's Carriacou Museum during Hurricane Beryl reveals a critical vulnerability in Caribbean cultural preservation that goes far beyond one building. When Majella Mark witnessed the museum's roof torn away, she saw decades of irreplaceable historical artifacts—from ancestral diaries to rare photographs—exposed t…
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(Throwback) Caribbean American Women Navigating Workplace Stereotypes and Cultural Expression
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Send us a text In this episode we discuss the stereotypes that Caribbean American women face in the workplace. Join us as we kick off with Deanna, a vibrant soca music party blogger, who dives into her experiences of how her Guyanese heritage often becomes a central topic at work. Contrastingly, Alysia, our returning guest, shares her decision to k…
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Caribbean Cultural Identity at Work: A Hidden Leadership Advantage
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Send us a text Caribbean-American women are leaders—but do our workplaces recognize that? In this episode, Dr. Kerry Mitchell Brown joins me to unpack how cultural identity is a leadership strength. From code-switching to radical self-care, we explore what it means to lead boldly, confidently, and Caribbean. Takeaways: Cultural identity is not a we…
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Introducing the Caribbean Diaspora Experience Model™ (CDEM)
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Send us a text This episode introduces The Caribbean Diaspora Experience Model™ (CDEM). The model offers a guide for understanding how Caribbean cultural identity forms, evolves, and expresses itself in diaspora communities. Based on real-life experiences and stories shared through ten years of podcasting, this model validates the diverse ways peop…
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Jamaican Storyteller Jermaine Rowe on Purpose, Folklore & Caribbean Creativity
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Send us a text Jermaine Rowe is a Jamaican-born storyteller, professor, theater maker, and cultural curator. Jermaine shares his incredible journey from Spanish Town, Jamaica to the global stage, blending Caribbean folklore with contemporary storytelling. This conversation dives deep into the intersections of identity, creativity, mentorship, and t…
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Caribbean Adjacent: Love, Culture & West Indies Flavor | Meet Randy & Shauna
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Send us a text Welcome to Caribbean Adjacent, a brand-new series within the Carry On Friends Podcast! Randy Pulayya is back on the podcast and this time he is with his wife Shauna. They are dynamic husband-and-wife duo behind West Indies Pepper Sauce, From meeting at JFK Airport to blending their Guyanese and Vietnamese-American backgrounds, Randy …
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Read & Carry On: A Jamaican-American Memoir of MS, Divorce & Identity
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Send us a text What happens when life hits you with multiple life-altering challenges at once? For Nicole Dubois, it was the catalyst for a profound journey of healing, self-discovery, and ultimately, sharing her story with the world. Nicole's memoir "Unparalyzed" began during a solo trip to Greece—a journey she took after leaving a note on the ref…
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Support the Caribbean Year-Round: Giving Before, During & After Disaster Strikes
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Send us a text In this episode, Anthea McLaughlin from the Caribbean Philanthropic Alliance helps to reshape our understanding of disaster relief and philanthropy across the Caribbean's 22 nations. Together they explore how strategic, year-round support builds stronger communities that can withstand increasingly severe climate events. Caribbean phi…
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Preservation, Culture, Identity & the Evolution of Caribbean Self
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Send us a text In this episode, I’m taking a moment to reflect on the powerful conversations had on the podcast so far this year—with the team behind Sugar Dumplin’, Natalie Bennett, Diana McCaulay, and Malene Barnett. What started as individual interviews became something more—more clear and focused themes around cultural preservation, identity na…
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Crafting Kinship: The Artistry & Culture of Black Caribbean Makers
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Send us a text This episode's guest is multidisciplinary artist, textile designer, and author Malene Barnett. From her Caribbean heritage (St. Vincent & Jamaica) to her latest book, Crafted Kinship: Inside the Creative Practices of Contemporary Black Caribbean Makers, Malene shares insights on art, storytelling, and preserving cultural traditions. …
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Building Legacy: Diana McCaulay on 'A House for Miss Pauline'
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Send us a text In this episode acclaimed Jamaican author Diana McCaulay to discuss her latest novel "A House for Miss Pauline." Before we get to the book Diana and I discuss her journey from insurance professional to environmental activist; Jamaica's changing landscape, environmental challenges, the delicate balance between preservation and progres…
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With Dr. Dexter Gabriel on the representation of slavery in cinema and TV
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Yé Moun La! This episode is a discussion with Dr. Dexter Gabriel, Assistant Professor in History and African studies at UConn. TW: we discuss the representation of every type of violence in slave films. This topic might be triggering. *** Newsletter Karukerament.com *** Special Edition - A guidebook on the representation of slavery in…
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Circle Back: Carey Lee Dixon on Growth, Resilience & 10 Years of the Podcast
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Send us a text I'm circling back! Carey Lee Dixon, also known as Carey Digital returns to the podcast for the first time since 2018 to reflect on her entrepreneurial evolution, career pivots, and the power of community. Since her last appearance, Carey has navigated challenges—from being fired and finding resilience to becoming a Canva Design Commu…
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Redefining Success: Finding Purpose and Leadership Beyond Work
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Send us a text This episode features Jamaican American, Natalie Bennett who shares her journey from working at Google to entrepreneurship after facing layoffs. The conversation highlights redefining success, finding one's purpose, and the importance of personal leadership. • Exploring success beyond accolades • Understanding the impact of layoffs •…
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Jamaican Storytelling, Culture & Legacy: A Conversation About Sugar Dumplin
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Send us a text Tristan Barrocks and Donisha Prendergast join us for a lively conversation that explores the heart and soul of Jamaican storytelling. Tristan's film "Sugar Dumplin" starring Oliver Samuels is a heartfelt story of family, dementia, and cultural legacy. This conversation celebrates Jamaican artistry and storytelling. Learn about the vi…
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Celebrating 6th anniversary with Kerry-Ann Reid-Brown (Reels and Riddims)
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Yé Moun La! Karukerament turns 6. Check out my discussion with Kerry-Ann (Carry On Friends podcast, Reels and Riddims podcast) about the progress in Caribbean representation in cinema and TV as well as the challenges of producing Caribbean films. *** Newsletter Karukerament.com *** Opening and ending credits: Mano D'iShango feat. Yalisaï - Es…
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Celebrating a Decade: Thank you for 10 Years of Carry On Friends!
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Send us a text This episode celebrates a major milestone - ten years of Carry On Friends! Thank you for your support over the years. I will be celebrating the milestone all year long and would love to hear from you. Which episodes are your favorite, or who is your favorite guest? Your stories and reflections will be featured throughout the year, so…
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