Tosh Base with Shantol McIntosh

Greeting’s world and welcome to another episode on Tosh Base with Shantol McIntosh . Today, you will hear from Karen Lloyd.  She works as a Human Rights Advocate in Jamaica, and she enjoys reading! She has numerous book shelves in her home and has already finished reading 17 books this year. In this episode, She advises to always have a book with you since you never know when you'll have to w...

Greeting’s world and welcome to another episode on Tosh Base with Shantol McIntosh . Today, you will hear from Sh-Shanna Ellington. She is a recipient of many Scholarships- from the undergraduate level to the Ph. D. level.  In this interview, she shares some useful tips on where to search for a Scholarship ( for example, on Amazon website, United Nations, Embassy's, and the Organization of Am...

Greetings world!! 🥳🥳 Today, I have the opportunity to share with you a conversation between one of my seniors, Melanie Prudhomme, and myself! We spoke about the importance of maintaining a positive mindset. Melanie is so driven! She shared that to maintain a positive mindset, you must always remember your WHY ,  emphasize growth over speed and be mindful of what you say and affirm to yoursel f -...

Today's guests are Bhagat Surya and Subash Chandra Bose; they are twins. Listen to their experience living with Dyslexia. Dyslexia is a reading-related learning problem/disability. People with Dyslexia have difficulty reading at a fast rate and without making mistakes.  One of their desires is for others to understand that Dyslexia has nothing to do with IQ and that we have trouble understand...

Today's guest is Shoyéa-Gaye Grant-Massicotte. She wears many hats- She is a wife, mother, clinical psychologist, lecturer, VP of the Lupus Foundation of Dominica, PRO of the Dominica Psychological Society, and owner of an online private practice called "Be Kind To Your Mind." She slays Lupus every day.  Lupus is a autoimmune disease in which the body's immune system becomes hy...

Happy child month!! In today's episode, you hear from Shannika, Shantayae, Kimberlee, and Alexis as they share their pregnancy experiences and how they parent! Two gave birth via C-section, and the other two gave birth naturally. They are raising great humans! Take a listen! Oh, and do not allow anyone to mom shame you- their advice.  Enjoy episode 27, and be inspired to love and share your s...

In today's episode, Shantol McIntosh and Jaheim Maragh reflect on the life of their mother, Victoria Elizabeth Maragh. Jaheim and Shantol open up about how they're feeling and coping through this challenging period. Their prayer is to inherit half of their mother's strength and faith. They also encourage everyone to hug their mom or mother figure tighter today! And if you're in...

Today's guest is Emerson Johnson. He is a licensed Advisor. He specializes in investing/investment. Emerson shared some excellent tips on why, how, and when we should invest! For him, discipline, consistency, and perseverance are vital to a life of success. Listen to hear more as you develop your financial intelligence! #wealthcreation #letsgoooo! Enjoy episode 25, and be inspired to love and...

Today's guest is Monique Mitchell.  She is an Author, Activist, and Entrepreneur. She specializes in writing letters, emails, essays and speeches, scripts, and other content. She shared several Do's and Dont's of resume writing/cover letter and tips to consider when applying for a job. Your resume and cover letter must be precise and highlight your top skills! Listen to hear more! E...

Today's guest is Leah Carruthers. She is a Brand Manager and a Professional Makeup Artist. With experience from a 9-5 and entrepreneurship, she shares some good nuggets on being impactful in whatever space you occupy. For her, having a positive mindset, problem-solving skills, aligning self, and doing things to the Glory of God is essential! Listen to hear more! Enjoy episode 23, and be inspi...

Today's guest is James McDonald. He went from a 9-5 to full-time entrepreneurship, and he's doing well for himself and his staff. He specializes in events planning, art direction, and digital marketing. James shared that to leap into entrepreneurship, one will have to be prepared, have a great support system, and be ready to thrive irrespective of the setbacks! Take a listen! Enjoy episo...

Today's guest is Life and Relationship Coach, Kristen Meikle. She shares how she went from broke and broken to reinventing herself and now thriving in her coaching business. She shares three R's (Release, Reframe, and Reinvent) and more on how women can get their power back after a breakup! Take a listen! Enjoy episode 21, and be inspired to love and share your story today! You can conne...

Today's guest is Tolu Taylor. She wears many hats- She is a Writer, Minister, Survivor, and a woman in tech. She grew up dealing with severe trauma after being repeatedly abused sexually as a child. Fast forward to adulthood: She is happily married, has a daughter, and a fulfilling career.  Enjoy episode 20, and be inspired to love and share your story today! You can connect with me on Instag...

Today, we are bringing awareness to women's issues with Sash! Join the chat as we speak about her experience with Endometriosis. Endometriosis is a disease where tissue similar to that which usually lines the uterus grows in other parts of the body. Sash also shared her reaction to the diagnosis and her pregnancy journey- yes, she has a beautiful daughter!  Listen to hear how she copes with t...

Happy belated women's day and, by extension, happy Women's History Month! As Michelle Obama said, "there is no limit to what we, as women, can accomplish." Today, women are no longer excluded from any combat mission. Please tune in to my conversation with Sasha, Apple, and Antonelle as they share their US Army experiences. They are openly and publicly challenging themselves to...

Please tune in to my conversation with Alexis and Marquese (A.K.A.  MQ) as they share their experience with cancer. For MQ- cancer came, he fought, and he's winning! Now, thankfully, he is March-ing into full recovery. March-ing into abundance, and we are super happy about that! One minor correction to the interview is that MQ was diagnosed at age five and not four. Take a listen. Enjoy episo...

Join the chat with the Plowright family about coping with  an Autism Diagnosis.  Autism, also called Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), is a complex condition involving communication and behavioral problems. Their son Gadane, who, by the way, is one of the most loving little humans, was diagnosed with autism at the age of 3.  Enjoy episode 16, and be inspired to love and share your story today! You c...

Listen to myself and Conrad, a Saxophonist as he shares how he manages to stay relevant as a musician during this pandemic! He is very passionate about entertaining people and staying humble. He shares that marketing his talent/music is extremely important. Having a supportive wife is also helpful as she helps him to connect with people...take a listen!  Enjoy episode 15, and be inspired to love a...

Listen to myself and Queen Omega as she shares her tips on health and fitness including dieting and weight-loss! She is very cultured and easy going- she's a roots girl! I hope this interview will convince you to get fit and eat good! I'm convinced! Lol  Enjoy episode 14, and be inspired to love and share your story today! You can connect with me on Instagram and Facebook @toshbasepodcas...

Listen to myself and Yeza as she shares her passion as well as how she started! She is very lyrical and loves her culture! If you don't know her yet, I hope this interview will convince you to check her out.  Enjoy episode 13, and be inspired to love and share your story today! You can connect with me on Instagram and Facebook @toshbasepodcast or email me at toshbasepodcast@gmail.com. Remembe...

Join my friends, namely, the Harvey's, the McDonald's, the Plowright's, the Johnson's, and the Black's, on maintaining a relationship and how to keep the spark going! Let me share a little about each couple in my own words: The Harvey's- they hardly take anything seriously. They met in high school.  The McDonald's- they are so willing. They met in high school too...

Today, you will hear from Nikki and Candice; they are Jamaicans who are now working and living in China. This was a good conversation because it was different. I mean, they certainly inspired me to add china to my list of places to visit,  take a listen! Make sure to listen to the end to learn how to greet in Chinese! Enjoy episode 11, and be inspired to love and share your story today! You can co...

Listen to the conversation between Myself, Daya, and Regan on how we stay on track with our goals. Of course, we don't always stay on track, but we always find a way... take a listen!  Enjoy episode ten, and be inspired to love and share your story today! You can connect with me on Instagram and Facebook @toshbasepodcast or email me at toshbasepodcast@gmail.com. Tosh Base Jingle and Stinger b...

Listen to 3 ways (each) to show gratitude and stay hopeful! Happy New Year again all! Enjoy episode nine, and be inspired to love and share your story today! You can connect with me on Instagram and Facebook @toshbasepodcast or email me at toshbasepodcast@gmail.com.  Remember to share, rate, and subscribe. Remember to download, share, rate, and subscribe. Cheers!

Listen to myself and Lashawna's ups and downs for 2020! Likewise, our biggest lessons and some great holiday or chill spots to visit all over Jamaica!! We hope that you will find this episode useful! Have a happy new year when it comes all!   Enjoy episode eight, and be inspired to love and share your story today! You can connect with me on Instagram and Facebook @toshbasepodcast or email me...