BLACK LIVES MATTER - PORTUGAL

BLACK LIVES MATTER - PORTUGAL

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BLACK LIVES MATTER - PORTUGAL

DysChick and SocaSaySo are back with a special series of interviews where we talk to people around the world about the Black Lives Matter Movement. In this episode, we RANT with Lisa Matos (link to: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisamatos) a dual Portuguese-US citizen, currently based in Lisbon who has spent the last 16 years fighting for human rights. She shares her thoughts on the movement and how simple acts like completing the census can help dismantle systematic racism. Then we RAVE to “I Got You” by Ricardo Drue to remind us that we have to fight for each other if we want to defeat racism and bias.

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BLACK LIVES MATTER - ENGLAND

BLACK LIVES MATTER - ENGLAND

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BLACK LIVES MATTER - ENGLAND

DysChick and SocaSaySo are back with a special series of interviews where we talk to people around the world about the Black Lives Matter Movement. In our second episode, we RANT with Alison Thomas of Real Soca Deal in London, a socaholic and social journalist who took part in the protests. She tells us about her experience as a Carnival documentarian and what she wants to see come from the Black Lives Matter global uprising. Then we RAVE to "Unstoppable" by UK soca divas Sunshine & Nadiva.

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BLACK LIVES MATTER - GHANA

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BLACK LIVES MATTER - GHANA

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BLACK LIVES MATTER - GHANA

DysChick and SocaSaySo are back! We had to come back to bring you a special series of interviews where we talk to people around the world about the Black Lives Matter Movement. In our kickoff episode, we RAVE with Frank Doe of Frank Doe Travels in Ghana to get his perspective of the protests and what he thinks of Ghana's Minister of Tourism telling Black Americans "you do not have to stay where you are not wanted forever. You have a choice and Africa is waiting for you." Then we RAVE to "I Am African" by Calypso Rose featuring Bunji Garlin.

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Rant and Rave - Quarantine and Protests

Quarantine and Protests

On May 25, 2020 George Floyd was killed by police during an arrest for alleged forgery.  The viral video of his killers pinning him down and kneeling on his neck as he cried out for help sparked protests around the nation and later the world.  DysChick and SocaSaySo RANT about how quarantine may have contributed to people of various backgrounds taking to the streets. Then we RAVE to "Crucial Decision" from Trinidadian rapso icon Brother Resistance.

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Rant and Rave - Who is SocaSaySo?

Who is SocaSaySo?

In our final episode of Season 2, we are getting personal. DysChick gets SocaSaySo to RANT about why she started her blog, what she does inna real life, and how any potential suitors can win her heart.  You don't want to miss this!  Then we RAVE to "Jab Forever" by Grenada's own Skinny Banton.

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Rant and Rave - Who is DysChick?

Who is DysChick?

In our final two episodes of Season 2, we are getting personal. SocaSaySo gets DysChick to RANT about the her blogger life, her ideal party, and what she listens to when she's not listening to soca. Then we RAVE to "Winey, Winey" by Guyanese soca songstress Timeka Marshall. We also announce the winner of our free custom website giveaway!  Tune in to find out who won.

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Rant and Rave - 5 Caribbean Films to Watch during Quarantine

5 Caribbean Films to Watch during Quarantine

It's week 300 (or something) of the Coronavirus quarantine. Have you watched everything on Netflix? DysChick & SocaSaySo invite Alysia Simone of Third Horizon Media to help us RANT about the Caribbean films you should check out while you stay home.  Watch movies that tell authentic Caribbean stories without the "Jafakin" accents.  Then we RAVE to 2020 Calypso Monarch Terri Lyons' "We Can't Stop."  You can catch the Trinidadian songstress in the film "No Soca, No Life" on StudioAnansi.TV.

Get familiar with Alysia Simone, Caribbean Film Academy and Third Horizon on dyschick.com/spotlights or follow them on Instagram and Twitter @thrdhrzn.

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Rant and Rave - Kindness "Ontrack" despite Coronavirus

Kindness "Ontrack" despite Coronavirus

The Coronavirus has impacted restaurants and nightlife.  Despite the current situation, veteran deejay and restauranteur "Ontrack" is using his businesses to give back. DysChick & SocaSaySo invite him to RANT about how he is using his resources to show healthcare workers, the elderly, and people devastated by the virus a little kindness.  Then we RAVE to "Give Thanks" by Grenadian crooner HITZ. The song is a powerful reminder to be grateful for the things we have, or as Caribbean parents say, health and strength.


If you would like to donate time or money to Ontrack, follow him on Instagram @ontrackdisco or email paloozakitchen1222@gmail.com. 

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Rant and Rave - Drunk Rant - Corona Can't Stop Caribbean Creativity

Corona Can't Stop Caribbean Creativity

In order to stop the spread of COVID-19, governments have issued a "Stay Home" or shelter-in-place quarantine.  This has had a detrimental effect on many industries like travel, hospitality, and nightlife.  With no places to perform, artistes and deejays are taking to the web to still provide positive vibes to their fans. DysChick & SocaSaySo RANT about how Caribbean creativity is still flourishing despite COVID quarantines.  Then we RAVE to "Hold On" by the always innovative Trinidadian soca artiste Erphaan Alves.  Alves created the music video by enlisting his fans' to submit videos of them enjoying the song in their homes.

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Rant and Rave - 5 Tips for A Stress-Free Quarantine

Rant and Rave - 5 Tips for A Stress-Free Quarantine

5 Tips for A Stress-Free Quarantine

COVID-19 is doing more than just making people sick, it's making people nervous.  Whether its financial uncertainty or having rambunctious kids around while you're trying to work from home, times are more stressful than ever.  DysChick & SocaSaySo invite Dr. Cressada Brillant to help us RANT about staying calm during quarantine.  Then we RAVE to the calming sound of Saint Lucian Soca Monarch Teddyson John's "Stress Free." 

If you want to reach out to "The Good Doctor" or find out more about her services, including virtual therapy, go to DrCGBrillant.com.

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