GENERAL SERIES:
Health & Wellness
Diversity & Inclusions
In My Head with Jay Blessed is a very real, very raw, very relatable podcast that covers mental health topics from a Caribbean perspective.
A Refreshing, Empowered Independent Voice:
Unbought and Unapologetic
As an independent creator with no corporate sponsorship, Jay Blessed has built her own media presence through her personal determination and sacrifices. It’s not always easy, with many imitators and competitors with far greater resources at their disposal. In 2020, Jay Blessed and her fans took on Heather Thomson of the Real Housewives of New York and the Media empire that supports her. Her podcast was also named “In My Head with Heather Thomson”. Due to the outspoken nature and candid conversations around preserving the integrity and individuality of marginalized creators, we were able to successfully pressure the podcast to change its name to In My Heart and create its own unique conversations. While flattery can be a sincere form of admiration, the community rallied to make sure that their creators are given due credit for their contributions.
In My Head with Jay Blessed is a tribute and gift to her community, helping drive important mental health conversations about subjects that are often taboo. Her diverse audience comes from around the globe but are connected in their shared experiences overcoming generational, social, and personal challenges.
Recent Acknowledgements
- Impact Award – Caribbean Life Newspaper, 2019
- Citation from Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams
- First and only Caribbean podcast ever nominated at The People’s Choice Podcast Awards.
Submission Summary
Jay Blessed is an inspiration and hero to her community. Her loyal listeners, self-coined as “Jay Birds”, are just a small representation of her impact. Over 50 individuals self reported that they have initiated therapy, which is highly stigmatized, as a direct result of listening to her podcast. Providing a safe, well researched resource for her community has produced tangible change and healing that are rewards within themselves. We are grateful for the podcasting platforms that have made it easier than ever before to share these important very real, very raw, and very relatable conversations.
We believe that Jay’s contributions in driving mental health discussions from a Caribbean perspective, which are activating healing changes, deserve acknowledgement and recognition.
We appreciate your time and consideration.
Team Jay Blessed
