Though many people may now know me for the hit Caribbean podcast, “IN MY HEAD with Jay Blessed,” I actually began podcasting back in 2011 on BlogTalkRadio, before podcasting became this global phenomenon. If I had to throw it all the way back though, my career in radio started when I was trained, at age 16, by legendary Trinidadian radio broadcaster, Edison Carr. I have also been protégé and co-host to another legendary Caribbean broadcaster, Rennie Bishop, and once ruled on NYC pirate radio.
15 Caribbean Podcasts To Support on International Podcast Day
My love for radio broadcasting and audio entertainment runs deep. My passion for what I do runs even deeper. I have paid my dues!
As the creator and host of the first ever Caribbean mental health podcast and the first Caribbean podcast to be nominated at the Podcast Awards, I take pride being one of the many powerful Caribbean voices in this global podcasting space.
READ: “In My Head” First Caribbean Podcast Nominated at Podcast Awards
As the world celebrates International Podcast Day on September 30th, I wanted to highlight some Caribbean podcasters who are taking up space and sharing authentic stories, pushing against the grain and using their authentic Caribbean voices.
So, as we celebrate this auspicious day, and in no particular order, please check out these dope podcasts by Caribbean podcasters.
15 Dope Podcasts By Caribbean Podcasters
The Oh Hell No Podcast is a podcast where Jamaican-born podcaster K. Nicole talks to everyday people who are leaving their mark on the world, doing what they love. K. Nicole also gets her guest to share an Oh Hell No moment that life has served up along their journey. Listen HERE.
A Big Box Of Crayon is hosted by creator Dhano McNicol and documents the stories of Trinidad & Tobago’s creative thinkers and makers. This podcast is focused on highlighting “excellence in creative execution” and aims to serve as a roadmap for future generations, should they choose a creative path. Its goal is to add to the sustainable growth of Trinidad and Tobago’s creative industry. Listen HERE.
Caribbean Millennials is a new age podcast hosted by three St. Lucians – Anushka Singh, Vernon Polius and Adane Edmund. Every week they take a deep dive into issues affecting our generation. The hope of this podcast is to engage and connect Caribbean millennials across the globe to own the conversation versus being the topic of conversation. Listen HERE.
Caribbean Power Lunch was created in Trinidad by Kevin Valley, who aims to build a community for Caribbean entrepreneurs and their customers to connect, support and collaborate with each other directly. The characters in the Caribbean Power Lunch stories are dynamic, creative entrepreneurs living and working in the Caribbean, who share their unique stories of overcoming challenges endemic to the Caribbean space and forging their own paths toward success that may start locally but grow globally. Listen HERE.
Reggae Lovers Podcast, hosted by Kahlil Wonda and AGARD, pulls the curtain back on the issues, back-stories, and adventures of the global reggae music phenomena. This reggae podcast features discussions on the culture, economics and all things relatable to reggae lovers. Highlanda Sound produces this Caribbean podcast with new episodes every Monday. Listen HERE.
Di Soca Analysts podcast was hosted by friends Richie (Guyana), DJ Jel (T&T) and Ashley (Guyana / T&T). Their platform is focused on bringing Soca music and Caribbean culture to the world while covering issues important to those in the Soca industry and West Indian diaspora. Listen HERE.
Girl Powered Success and Survival International aka GripSSI Podcast is the creation of Dr. Cindy M. Duke MD, PhD, FACOG. Every episode of the podcast features women telling their life stories and sharing how they conquered life obstacles while pursuing their dreams and passions. Their stories show that these women come from all walks of life around the world. Listen HERE.
Kulcha Shock with Charm is a vibrant take on career, travel, dating, marriage and everyday life from the Caribbean perspective. Kulcha Shock is packed with funny stories, inspiring interviews and thought provoking topics, all based on life growing up in the Caribbean and how it shapes our culture shock experience abroad. Listen HERE.
Trini Good Media was formed by Trinidadian journalists, former BBC journalist and former T&T Guardian’s Features Editor – Franka Philip, and i95.5 FM radio broadcaster – Ardene Sirjoo. They are both driven by telling stories that reflect the society and culture of T&T and its diaspora. Trini Good Media’s podcast features stories from the worlds of arts & entertainment, lifestyle and sport. Listen HERE.
Reasonings with Odessa covers all things Jamaican & Caribbean Pop Culture, through the eyes of taste maker and media personality Odessa. Known for being blunt, fun and quirky, Odessa will give you a real insight into her guests by asking the questions you’ve always wanted to ask! Listen via HERE.
A History of the Caribbean in 100 Objects is a podcast about the rich history of the cultures and societies of the Caribbean told through objects from the earliest period to modern times. Listen HERE.
Music Matters podcast series features news, interviews and analysis of all the music from the islands. Music Matters is hosted by two Trinidadians – Loop Caribbean‘s regional lifestyle editor, Laura Dowrich-Phillips and music business writer, Nigel Campbell. Listen HERE.
Stush and Bush, is the production of Jamaican podcasters Khadieme and Robert. The queeribbean blackademics immerse listeners in Queeribbean vernacular, and serve as guides to the world of being both Caribbean and queer through their lived experiences coupled with queer and ethnic theories. For Caribbean happenings, overall mixup and blend blend, with a queer twist – Listen HERE.
Sex, Weed and Reggae is hosted by award-winning disc-jockey and radio presenter, Nikki Z. In this salacious podcast, this Jamaican queen and her guests share open and honest conversations on everything Sex, Weed and Reggae. Listen HERE.
Island Girls Rock Podcast celebrates women of Caribbean heritage and is dedicated to supporting and showcasing Caribbean culture through fostering cultural connections and championing collaborative opportunities between women of the Caribbean. Produced by We Are Unedited, this podcast is the brain child of Island Girls Rock founder Chantal Miller, who is of Nevisian and Jamaican heritage. Listen HERE.
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