Let's Talk Di Tings

Our Season 4 Finale & first in-person episode is here!! This week we are talking di tings with multi-award-winning artiste, & the 2025 Grenada Soca Monarch King, Muddy. Muddy has had a lot to celebrate since his Season 3 episode. Not only did he actualize his dream of winning Soca Monarch, his award-winning song “Payroll” was recognized by Rolling Stone Magazine as one of 2025’s Top 100 so...

This week, we are talking di tings with singer, songwriter, and producer, Kashief Lindo.  As the son of legendary producer Willie Lindo, the producer and songwriter of countless Reggae classics, to include Beres Hammond’s “What One Dance Can Do”, Kashief spent his childhood surrounded by iconic musicians, learning the discipline required to create timeless music. Kashief shares how proximity to gr...

This week, we are talking di tings with entrepreneur, co-founder of Usain Bolt’s “Tracks & Records”, & Deputy CEO of "different Capital", Gary Matalon. From his early exposure to entrepreneurship,  witnessing his grandfather’s work ethic, to co-founding Usain Bolt’s Tracks & Records (which celebrated it’s 15 year anniversary last month, to his current role as  Deputy CEO of different C...

This week, we are talking di tings with singer, songwriter, and the 2020 International Groovy Soca Monarch winner, Jesse Stewart, aka College Boy Jesse.  From his childhood in Trinidad surrounded by indigenous drums, chutney, calypso, and Soca; to a professional football career and time in the corporate world, Jesse shares how every chapter of his life shaped his music. Songs like  “Freedom,” “Liv...

This week, we are talking di tings with Internationally recognized and respected Max Glazer of Federation Sound; an acclaimed DJ whose journey through reggae and dancehall has taken him from New York City basements to international stages alongside artists like Rihanna, Sean Paul, Vybz Kartel, Chronixx, and more. Max shares his first introduction to Reggae and Dancehall and how the two genres and...

This week, we are talking di tings with the founder of the Garden of Eden Foundation, Eden Marley! As the granddaughter of  Bob Marley and daughter of Entrepreneur and former athlete, Rohan Marley , Eden grew up in a family whose cultural influence has touched every corner of the world. What makes her journey compelling, however, is how intentionally she has chosen to translate that legacy into so...

This week, we are talking di tings with entrepreneur, Caribbean Music Awards nominee, & internationally recognized DJ, Ricky Platinum!  In this episode, Ricky shares how his discipline, humility, and a deep respect for Dancehall & Reggae music, have propelled him from local stages to international arenas with Vybz Kartel & Drake. Ricky’s journey underscores that true influence is roote...

This week, we are talking di tings with Mevon Soodeen, aka XplicitMevon , the multi-award-winning producer, songwriter, and engineer behind some of soca’s most infectious and enduring records. From discovering music as a child to becoming one of the creative forces shaping modern Soca, Mevon shares the long game behind his success: the discipline, dedication, resilience, & instinct required to...

This week we are talking di tings with founder, fashion designer, entrepreneur and television personality, Lesa Milan!  Born in Jamaica, later raised and educated in the US, and now based in Dubai, Lesa’s journey reflects a layered perspective on success; shaped by her Jamaican values of resilience, pride, and ambition. Her story of navigating cultural roots, building a global brand, and raising r...

This episode marks a special moment for the Let’s Talk Di Tings podcast — our 100th EPISODE! Milestones like this invite reflection on the purpose behind the work: creating thoughtful conversations with persons, predominately of Caribbean descent, whose journeys illuminate culture, creativity, and leadership. To mark the occasion, we are talking di tings with a man whose career embodies those very...

This week, we are talking di tings with entrepreneur, Ivy League graduate, and founder of the Carib Biz Network, Dr. Nicole Grimes, PhD. In this episode, we explore the complexities of success, and legacy. Nicole shares her experiences with imposter syndrome, the importance of community, and the impact of visibility in building a brand. We discuss the challenges of social media perceptions and the...

This week, we are talking di tings with Melissa Noel, the Founder and CEO of Mel&N Media, award-winning journalist, and respected media producer; to discuss the power of storytelling and its impact on communities across the Caribbean diaspora. In this episode, Melissa shares her inspiring journey, from her Guyanese upbringing in New Jersey to building a successful career in journalism and ulti...

This week, we are talking di tings with author, holistic wellness leader, and certified yoga & meditation teacher, Sharon Feanny.  With more than three decades of experience guiding students through yoga, mindfulness, and integrative health, Sharon reflects on how her Jamaican roots, entrepreneurial journey, and lived experience have shaped her philosophy: Live Fit. Live Life. Live Love. In th...

This week, we are talking di tings with BAFTA Award-winning Actor, Director, Producer, and Writer, Adjani Salmon. In this episode, we explore ambition, belonging, Jamaican identity, and the realities of navigating the global film and television industry as a Caribbean creative. From his early days experimenting with filmmaking in Jamaica to building an internationally recognized series that blends...

This week, we are talking di tings with singer and songwriter, Braveboy. On this episode, Braveboy shares what he’s learned while navigating the music industry; emphasizing the importance of kindness, overcoming challenges, and the significance of his Grenadian surname, “Braveboy”.  He takes us on a journey through his musical career, highlighting the significant role his father played in his love...

This week, we are talking di tings with Trinidadian-Brazilian fashion designer and owner of "Chandra Maharaj Designs", Chandra Maharaj. In this episode, Chandra shares her insights on cultural influences, the entrepreneurial path, the significance of choosing positivity in life, her views on the fusion of cultural influences in fashion, the evolution of Caribbean design, and the importance of auth...

LTDT Famalayyy! Welcome to Season 4! This week, we are talking di tings with the incredibly talented singer and songwriter, Nigy Boy. In this deeply reflective conversation, Nigy shares how his grandfather’s love for music became the foundation for his own, shaping not just what he sings, but how he listens, learns, and leads with intention. Raised with a strong sense of “broughtupsy”, he speaks c...

Happy Monday! Our Season 3 Finale is here, and we are talking di tings with singer, songwriter, and actress, Naomi Cowan . The perfect “cherry on top” to an amazing season! Although Naomi is the daughter of Jamaican music legends, Tommy Cowan and Carlene Davis, she is creating her own legacy with her debut album, "Welcome to Paradise," which blends Reggae, Pop, and R&B to create a sound that i...

This week, we are talking di tings with singer, songwriter, bassist, & one of the most influential voices and musicians in Reggae music,  Leroy Sibbles, O.D. Crowned  the "King of the Reggae Bassline", Uncle  Leroy’s musical artistry has guided generations. As a renowned songwriter, the unmistakable lead voice of "The Heptones", the arranger of some of your favourite Studio One songs, and the...

This week we are talking di tings with singer, songwriter, actor, and multi-instrumentalist, JC Casely, aka Casely ; an artist shaped by the intertwined rhythms of his Trinidadian, Panamanian, and Jamaican heritage. Known for his angelic vocals, genre-blending sound, and breakout hit "Emotional" ,Casely discusses how music has played an integral role in his life since birth; from his paternal Pana...

In the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa, many of us throughout the diaspora continue to grapple with seeing the unimaginable devastation Western Jamaican residents are coping with. We have experienced loss, resilience, and the relentless sense of community that defines Caribbean people.  In times like these, conversations that remind us of our shared humanity, resilience, the importance of community...

This week, we are talking di tings with multi-award-winning Jamaican filmmaker, J.P. Williams ;a lover of Historical Drama who brings stories to life vividly on screen and credits his Aunt for introducing him to visual storytelling. His acclaimed short film The 1938 Unrest, which captures the labor uprising that helped shape modern Jamaica, has received international recognition, including Best Ci...

This week, we are talking di tings with multi-award winning, nine-time Grammy nominated guitarist, cellist, and co-founder of the legendary band, Third World, Stephen "Cat" Coore O.D. Cat Coore was raised in a musically rich environment, and shares how his mother (a classically trained musician), American and British bands, and the vibrant sounds of the Jamaican sound system; shaped his musical jo...

This week, we are talking di tings with Actor and Producer, Robert Christopher Riley. Known for his dynamic presence on Broadway, television, and film, Rob shares his journey from his childhood in Brooklyn to a celebrated actor carrying the rich legacies of his Trinidadian and Bajan heritage. From Broadway to television, Rob continues to carry his Caribbean roots into every role, and in every stor...

This week, we are talking di tings with Grammy Award Winning, legendary Jamaican Saxophonist, Dean Fraser, O.D .  Dean Fraser embodies both excellence and generosity. In an industry shaped by change, he has been both anchor and compass, preserving the integrity of Reggae while allowing it to evolve. Known for his technical mastery and intellectual rigor, he has collaborated with iconic artists lik...