Carry On Friends: The Caribbean American Experience

Send us Fan Mail Bahamian American Monique Russell MSC is an International Teacher, and Executive Communications Coach based in Atlanta, GA where she teaches effective communication strategies. Monique believes that knowing how to communicate confidently begins from the inside.   Resources: The Carry On Friends Journal Giveaway (The first 4 people to email hello@carryonfriends.com will get one of...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode Haitian American entertainment lawyer and dance law commentator Merlyne Jean-Louis Esq . and Mikelah Rose of Style & Vibes discuss what U.S. law protects and doesn't protect when it comes to Caribbean Choreography or Dance moves.     Support Carry On Friends Shop Carry On Friends   On Social @carryonfriends - Twitter | Instagram | Facebook Enjoyed the show...

Send us Fan Mail We’re about to hit the 4th quarter of 2019 and I wanted to do this check-in before the year ends because we’ve covered a lot of important content the last couple months.   Mentioned in this episode: Support Carry On Friends I'm pleased to announce that you can now donate to Carry On Friends whether one-time or monthly. Donations can be made via glow.fm/carryonfriends Our popu...

Send us Fan Mail Filmmaker, Meschida Philip ; Award Winning Journalist, Melissa Noel ; and Multimedia Storyteller Lisa Harewood join this episode of the podcast to talk about "Barrel Children" and the effects of migration and family separation in the Caribbean Community.    Visit carryonfriends.com for more details on the resources and references mentioned in this episode.    On Social @...

Send us Fan Mail Success is a long game that requires you to show up regularly and consistently over time. How do you do this? Listen to this episode to find out 4 ways to stay in the long game.   Mentioned in episode Mark Anthony Hill interview part 2 - Submit questions Bklyn Caribbean Lit Fest (Sept 6-8) - www.bklyncbeanlitfest.com   Support Carry On Friends Shop Carry On Friends   On Social @ca...

Send us Fan Mail Mark Anthony Hill is a Jamaican high school soccer phenom, former Jamaican Bobsledder turned prolific artist. In this episode I talk with Mark about his: Artwork, including his recent collection commemorating the 100 year anniversary of the Harlem Renaissance .  Transition from soccer star, to bobsledder to artist   We also talked about: Understanding of self to uncover the creati...

Send us Fan Mail Keshia Morris the census and mass incarceration Project Manager for Common Cause , a nonpartisan, grassroots organization dedicated to upholding the core values of American democracy.   In this episode of the podcast we discuss the facts about the census and why it is important that our community participates in the census. Keshia specifically answers these questions: What is the...

Send us Fan Mail How many times have you thought to yourself or said out loud “I should've followed my mind!” Our Instincts give us clues all the time. but why don’t we do it more often? When it comes to following yuh mind, it takes bravery, courage, practice, trust, conviction and vulnerability.   This episode was inspired by my interview on the podcast "This Woman Can Interview Janice...

Send us Fan Mail Here’s a story that you won’t see on HGTV. Janice Sutherland was born in the UK to an Antiguan mother.  She moved back to the island where she worked her way to become the first woman CEO of a telecommunications company in the Caribbean. Among other entrepreneurial pursuits, Janice and is now doing executive leadership development for women in management or wanting to get to the C...

Send us Fan Mail “We have the power to make changes especially health changes for ourselves and those to come.” ~ Anim Aweh Haitian American, Anim Aweh is a licensed clinical social worker and health educator. In today's episode we discuss: Tackling stress at work, toxic work environments and managing side hustles on top of that. Strategies to combat stress, burnout and other experiences at w...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode I share my experience of being intentional about rest and restoration.   CITE Summit In celebration of National Caribbean American Heritage Month CITE (Caribbean’s in Tech and Entrepreneurship) is hosting their 3rd annual celebration. This year we will be hosting a one-day immersive experience called CITE Summit in NYC on June 8th. Purchase your ticket on Eventbrit...

Send us Fan Mail The Caribbean is made of of 30 countries; 13 are sovereign states and 17 are territories of other countries: France (3) Netherland (7) United Kingdom (5) United States (2) In this episode, guests, Ashlee, Cory & Jamie represent the 2 US Commonwealth countries - Puerto Rico & U.S. Virgin Islands which includes the islands of St. Croix, St. Thomas, St. John and Water Island....

Send us Fan Mail Marlon Hill is a Jamaican American corporate lawyer and business strategist based in Miami FL. He is a past president of the Caribbean Bar Association and trustee of The Miami Foundation. He currently serves on the board of directors of the Orange Bowl Committee and Miami Parking Authority. He is one of the advisor/mentors of the Florida Caribbean Students Association. He is prese...

Send us Fan Mail Haitian American, Bie Aweh Bie is a learning and development professional with a lens for equity and inclusion. Bie has nearly a decade of experience in building sustainable partnerships, designing and facilitating training, fostering long-term professional relationships through meaningful networking opportunities, and driving social change by providing career pathways for underre...

Send us Fan Mail Magaly Colimon-Christopher is a Haitian-American actress, playwright, director and producer. In this episode, she shares why she started Conch Shell Productions, Hear Her Call Theater Festival - featuring new plays by Caribbean American women and the importance of Caribbean American voices in American Theater. "We hyphenate our heritage not to separate but to celebrate."...

Send us Fan Mail The first show of Buju Banton's highly anticipated #LWTFConcert in Jamaica lived up to the hype. In this episode, let's look at the concert's cultural importance in light of Kingston's UNESCO designation as a Creative City and UNESCO's Designation of Reggae as a Global Treasure.  Plus some lesson's that I've personally learned from the concert.  ...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode: 2019 Listener Survey - carryonfriends.com/survey : Please take about 15 minutes to complete our listener survey. Getting your input and feedback is an important element in the growth of the show.  The first quarter of 2019 is almost over and there are plenty of signs of burnout aka "pop dung." In this episode I talk about some signs of burnout and how to...

Send us Fan Mail This is post show commentary on E pisode 105: American Born Caribbean Raised . Since episode 105 has been released, the response has been great with people sharing their experiences. In addition I talk about: Rapper, 21 Savage Sen. Kamala Harris The 2019 Listener Survey   On Social @carryonfriends - Twitter | Instagram | Facebook Enjoyed the show? Please remember to leave a rating...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we tackle the issue where those born in America to Caribbean parents often are told how to self-identify by others. And often times it’s that they shouldn’t consider themselves of the island country heritage of their parents.    Here’s the experiences of a Guyanese American, Jamaican American and Trinidadian American.    Guests: Eva of SocaMom.com Alysia of Rewind...

Send us Fan Mail Considering a lifestyle change? Whether you're considering or have begun to exercise more, eat healthier or practice more self care this episode is for you. Sharon Feanny, Jamaica's leading wellness, clean eating and yoga master shares how she became health conscious and how she's helping Jamaicans and people around the world do the same...80% of the time.  Sharon F...

Send us Fan Mail It’s still early in the New Year and it’s typical that we are still in setting goals, resolutions etc. So I want to know - are last New Year's goals still good in the New Year? Is it being lazy?     On Social @carryonfriends - Twitter | Instagram | Facebook Enjoyed the show? Please remember to leave a rating and review in Apple Podcasts .    A Breadfruit Media Production: Twi...

Send us Fan Mail What is Carry On Friends? Carry On is a reference to "take with you, to continue to live, work, have fun or whatever you're doing. When you add "Friends" it refers to a way of life, a support system that understands the duality of the Caribbean American Experience.  Over the last couple years, Caribbean Americans have shared their stories and perspectives on a...

Send us Fan Mail Can you believe that 2018 is almost over? It is the time of year to reflect and to look in great anticipation for renewal in the form of the New Year.   On Social @carryonfriends - Twitter | Instagram | Facebook Enjoyed the show? Please remember to leave a rating and review in Apple Podcasts .    A Breadfruit Media Production: Twitter | Instagram   Subscribe to the Newsletter Supp...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Nicole Bent - an IT Project Manager by day and the founder of Bent Beauty & Hot Gyal Lashes shares how by exploring opportunities she stayed true to herself and ended up finding a career and a business she loves.   On Social @carryonfriends - Twitter | Instagram | Facebook Enjoyed the show? Please remember to leave a rating and review in Apple Podcasts .    A...

Send us Fan Mail This is the 100th episode of the podcast! In the episode, I share my gratitude, the importance of Caribbean American representation, a new initiative inspired by my work with the podcast and more. Plus I will be sharing a playlist with the "best of the best" on the blog.  Read more about on carryonfriends.com     Submit Questions or Suggest Topics http://www.carryonfrien...