Rant & Rave: Chat Series Podcast

THE RETURN: A Full Rave Finale In this season finale, DysChick and SocaSaySo share the soca tunes that we want to hear when we go outta road – now that we can go outta road! Here's what's on our playlist:“Out and Bad” by Voice“The Party Crazy” by Luni Sparks & Electrify ft. Terra D Governor“Taking Attendance” by Gucci Boss“Inches” by Skinny Fabulous“Anything” by Timeka Marshall featuring College Boy Jesse“Sexy Baby (Fling It Back)” by Olatunji“After Quarantine” by Blaxx Kick off your summer by getting familiar with these awesome tunes and make sure you continue to follow us in our off-season. Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to https://SocaSaySo.com Follow DysChick on all social media or go to https://DysChick.com #Ad: Launch your website or get customized home office support from Black-owned business Andrews Technology Group. Go to andrewstechnologygroup.com to learn more. Get 15% off when you mention BK Rant and Rave!

THE RETURN: Meh-morial Weekend In our last episode, SocaSaySo made some predictions of what could go wrong over the biggest party weekend in the States. Well, she couldn't have predicted this. After being cancelled for the past two years, masqueraders were excited to get back to outside! Unfortunately, outside was not ready for them. DysChick rants with guest host Ms. Jouvert (@MsJouvert) about the catastrophe that was Atlanta Carnival and why she says the city will have to work hard to earn back the public's trust after what happened. Then we RAVE to “Can't Stay Away” by Grenadian soca artiste Jab King. I guess Ms. Jouvert is right. Even when things go wrong, soca is a lifestyle and we can't stay away!#Ad: Launch your website or get customized home office support from Black-owned business Andrews Technology Group. Go to andrewstechnologygroup.com to learn more. Get 15% off when you mention BK Rant and Rave!Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to https://SocaSaySo.com Follow DysChick on all social media or go to https://DysChick.com

THE RETURN: Politics over People2022 kicked off H1 with a bang! That's an unfortunate pun, but given that the United States has had more mass shootings than there are days in the year, it's appropriate. The US has a serious gun problem yet it seems that the violence has not shaken lawmakers who seem more interested in political power than changing policies. The only policy they are considering changing is the one protecting women's reproductive rights. DysChick and SocaSaySo get unfiltered and RANT about whether or not the government will stop putting politics over people.Then we RAVE to “High Mas” by calypso legend David Rudder. We could all use some good vibrations as we head into Memorial Weekend. #Ad: Launch your website or get customized home office support from Black-owned business Andrews Technology Group. Go to andrewstechnologygroup.com to learn more. Get 15% off when you mention BK Rant and Rave!Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to https://SocaSaySo.com Follow DysChick on all social media or go to https://DysChick.com

THE RETURN: Jamila the HostDid you know that our very own SocaSaySo does more than highlight the artist and soca tunes you need to know? She's also an event host. In this episode, she RANTs about how she got started, why she loves it, and what sets her apart from those other hosts who don't even do costume changes?! Then we RAVE to “Don't Stop Carnival” by Olatunji, a Trinidadian soca artiste who will be performing at this summer's International African Arts festival being hosted by (you guessed it) Jamila! Tickets available on Eventbrite. #Ad: Launch your website or get customized home office support from Black-owned business Andrews Technology Group. Go to andrewstechnologygroup.com to learn more. Get 15% off when you mention BK Rant and Rave!Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to https://SocaSaySo.com Follow DysChick on all social media or go to https://DysChick.com

THE RETURN: DysChick's AdventuresWe're back! In this episode, we talk about the return to travel now that COVID mandates are being reconsidered. Not only are countries open to receiving US travelers again, but events and excursions are also back. After 2 years of not getting on a plane, DysChick returns from her vacation to tell us all about what it was like to travel with the new COVID mandates both domestically and internationally. Find out why she says she has a hard time going on vacation and what she plans to do next. Then we RAVE to “Road Trip” by Machel Montano. #Ad: Launch your website or get customized home office support from Black-owned business Andrews Technology Group. Go to andrewstechnologygroup.com to learn more. Get 15% off when you mention BK Rant and Rave!Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to https://SocaSaySo.com Follow DysChick on all social media or go to https://DysChick.com

THE RETURN: Caribbean Film The pandemic is officially over! Well, maybe not. But Third Horizon is coming back to BAM. Third Horizon is an award-winning filmmaking collective dedicated to developing, producing, exhibiting, and distributing film and other art forms that give voice to stories of the Caribbean. In this episode, DysChick RANTs with the group's Associate Director of Community Engagement, Alysia Christiani, about the return of the film festival on April 27th at BAM, the need for representation for those of us living abroad, and whether or not she thinks Hollywood is ready for an all-Caribbean cast. Then we RAVE to “Showtime” by Machel Montano, star of the film Bazodee. Find out more about Third Horizon by visiting their website at http://thirdhorizonfilmfestival.com and following them on social media @thrdhrzn. Also, log on to StudioAnansi.tv to check out some amazing films from Caribbean filmmakers. #Ad: Launch your website or get customized home office support from Black-owned business Andrews Technology Group. Go to andrewstechnologygroup.com to learn more. Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to https://SocaSaySo.com Follow DysChick on all social media or go to https://DysChick.com

THE RETURN: The 80sWho didn't love the eighties? Big hair. Crazy fashion. Madonna and Run D.M.C. on the airwaves. It was a magical time. Well, it was also a time of high crime, unemployment, a health epidemic, and due to the Cold War, tension between the US and Russia. Seems a lot like the 2020s, huh? In this episode, DysChick and SocaSaySo RANT about the surreal return to the past. Then we RAVE to “Rebecca” by Super Blue, which won Road March in Trinidad in 1983. #Ad: Launch your website or get customized home office support from Black-owned business Andrews Technology Group. Go to andrewstechnologygroup.com to learn more. Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to https://SocaSaySo.comFollow DysChick on all social media or go to https://DysChick.com

THE RETURN: Drunk RantThat's right. It's the return of the Drunk Rant! DysChick and SocaSaySo have an unfiltered RANT about the latest headlines: the Black Lives Matter controversy, the Grammy being awarded to US-based reggae band we don't listen to, and the confirmation of Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson.Then we RAVE to “Tusty” by the late, great Blaxx whose homegoing ceremony was fit for a soca legend.#Ad: Launch your website or get customized home office support from Black-owned business Andrews Technology Group. Go to andrewstechnologygroup.com to learn more. Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to https://SocaSaySo.com Follow DysChick on all social media or go to https://DysChick.com

THE RETURN: In Defense of the Black WomanOn Feb 25th, President Joe Biden announced his nomination of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson for the Supreme Court. His intention was to nominate a Black woman to diversify the highest court in the land. Well, there are many who oppose this nomination and are making it clear as they interrogate– I mean, question Judge Jackson on her record and commendable legal career… no wait, they asked her to define the word “woman” and asked whether or not babies can be racist. We also note that even award shows have been forced to deal with the topic of protecting Black women based on recent events. So, are we defending Black women or nah?Then we RAVE to “Place in Life” by the late, great Blaxx. The 61-year-old soca icon recently passed away after losing his battle with COVID-19, but we will never forget his contributions to the genre.#Ad: Launch your website or get customized home office support from Black-owned business Andrews Technology Group. Go to andrewstechnologygroup.com to learn more. Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to https://SocaSaySo.com Follow DysChick on all social media or go to https://DysChick.com

THE RETURN: Babylon Jamaica, Jamaica! In this episode, we RANT about the recent issues in Jamaica. Reggae icon Jah Cure is once again headed to jail, but this time in The Netherlands for stabbing a promoter over nonpayment of EUR 5,000. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge make a royal visit right when the country is considering removing The Queen as head of state. And, oh bacchanal! Jamaica Carnival may have two dates this year, causing many to question whether the Carnival is a money grab rather than a celebration of culture. Then we RAVE to “Reflections” by Jah Cure. This might be the first time that our Rave is ironic. #Ad: Launch your website or get customized home office support from Black-owned business Andrews Technology Group. Go to andrewstechnologygroup.com to learn more. Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to https://SocaSaySo.com Follow DysChick on all social media or go to https://DysChick.com

Trinidadian soca legend Machel Montano has teamed up with Indian super yogi Sadhguru to “Save the Soil.” The campaign has already resulted in six Caribbean nations (Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, St. Lucia, St. Kitts and Nevis, Guyana, and Barbados) pledging to adopt long-term policy to safeguard soil and promote ecologically-friendly initiatives. We RANT about what this means for Caribbean tourism, the economy, and what we can do to reverse the climate crisis. Then we RAVE to “Soil Song” featuring Machel Montano, Arjuna Harjai, Marge Blackman & Sandeep Narayan. #Ad: Launch your website or get customized home office support from Black-owned business Andrews Technology Group. Go to andrewstechnologygroup.com to learn more. Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to https://SocaSaySo.comFollow DysChick on all social media or go to https://DysChick.com

We are back! In this kickoff episode of Season 6 DysChick and SocaSayso RANT about the return of great things like Carnivals and fetes, and not so great things like war and racism. While it's great to see mandates being relaxed and islands ready to bring back Carnivals, we also look at the struggle of those facing racism while living through the nightmare of war in the Ukraine. Then we RAVE to “Free Again” by DJ Private Ryan and Preedy. #Ad: Launch your website or get customized home office support from Black-owned business Andrews Technology Group. Go to andrewstechnologygroup.com to learn more. Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to https://SocaSaySo.com Follow DysChick on all social media or go to https://DysChick.com

NEW YEAR, NEW MOVES: Season Recap In this episode DysChick and SocaSayso RANT about the end of the season and our own new moves. Look out for “Can I Rant?” – a debate series coming in June 2021! Then we RAVE to “Get Up and Move” by Barbadian soca singer Hypasounds. #Ad: Launch your website or get customized home office support from Black-owned business Andrews Technology Group. Go to andrewstechnologygroup.com to learn more. Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to https://SocaSaySo.comFollow DysChick on all social media or go to https://DysChick.com

NEW YEAR, NEW MOVES: Politics and SocaIn this episode DysChick and SocaSayso RANT about the latest hot topics from the conviction of former police officer Derek Chauvin, Marcus Braveboy’s music added to the “Fast & Furious” franchise, and why Tuff Gong’s new moves might not be that good for soca. Add your voice to pass the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act by calling (202) 499-6085. Then we RAVE to “Toxic Love” by Patrice Roberts and Ricardo Drue. #Ad: Launch your website or get customized home office support from Black-owned business Andrews Technology Group. Go to andrewstechnologygroup.com to learn more. Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to https://SocaSaySo.com Follow DysChick on all social media or go to https://DysChick.com

NEW YEAR, NEW MOVES: The Caribbean Steps in to Help Saint Vincent In this episode SocaSayso RANTS with Consulate General of Barbados in New York, Mackie Holder (@mackieholdercg) about Barbados’ continued efforts to aid Vincentians affected by the eruption of the La Soufrière volcano. She also speaks to lawyer/activist Marlon Hill (@marlonhill) about how he and other soca influencers like Kubyashi and Barrie Hype are working together through their foundation www.SFLCaribbeanStrong.org. Then we RAVE to “This Island Is Mine” by Skinny Fabulous featuring Rodney Small. #Ad: Launch your website or get customized home office support from Black-owned business Andrews Technology Group. Go to andrewstechnologygroup.com to learn more. Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to https://SocaSaySo.comFollow DysChick on all social media or go to https://DysChick.com

NEW YEAR, NEW MOVES: Stefon Bristol’s New MovesIn this episode DysChick RANTS with movie director Stefon Bristol about the success of his Netflix feature “See You Yesterday” and his upcoming projects “Breathe,” a dystopian film that will showcase his Guyanese and Brooklyn roots, and a quest film set in 1920s Ethiopia entitled “Gordon Hemingway and the Realm of Cthulhu.” Follow @StefonBristol on Instagram and Twitter to watch what he does next!Then we RAVE to “Vibez Again” by Nekeita who placed third in this year’s Soca Monarch. This RAVE is dedicated to the memory of DJ Double 12.#Ad: Launch your website or get customized home office support from Black-owned business Andrews Technology Group. Go to andrewstechnologygroup.com to learn more. Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to https://SocaSaySo.com Follow DysChick on all social media or go to https://DysChick.com

NEW YEAR, NEW MOVES: Drunk Rant – Easter EditionIn this episode DysChick and SocaSaySo get unfiltered and talk about the latest soca news and hot topics. Keep an ear out for promos throughout the episode.Then we RAVE to “We Ready” by St. Vincent’s own Fya Empress.#Ad: Launch your website or get customized home office support from Black-owned business Andrews Technology Group. Go to andrewstechnologygroup.com to learn more.Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to https://SocaSaySo.comFollow DysChick on all social media or go to https://DysChick.com

NEW YEAR, NEW MOVES: Melissa Noel’s New MovesIn this episode DysChick RANTS with Guyanese award-winning journalist Melissa Noel about her latest project Destination Diaspora. Her new video series explores the contributions to art, history, and culture by people of the African Diaspora. Virtually travel to museums, festivals, and exotic destinations as she interviews tastemakers in those regions.Follow @destinationdiaspora_ on social media, follow Melissa Noel at @livefrommelissa, or visit MelissaNoel.comThen we RAVE to “Road Trip” by soca titan Machel Montano.#Ad: Launch your website or get customized home office support from Black-owned business Andrews Technology Group. Go to andrewstechnologygroup.com to learn more. Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to https://SocaSaySo.comFollow DysChick on all social media or go to https://DysChick.com

NEW YEAR, NEW MOVES: Full RAVE EpisodeIn this episode DysChick and SocaSaySo feature our favorite tunes by women in Caribbean music. We let you hear what songs we are jumping up, freeingup, and leveling up to in 2021. Here’s what’s on our playlist:o “Pan Woman”o “Love Note to Carnival”o “Games”o “Deserve It All”o “My Behavior”o “I Don’t Give A”o “Back View”o “Poowah Remix”o “Lucy”o “Lockdown”#Ad: Launch your website or get customized home office support from Black-owned business Andrews Technology Group. Go to andrewstechnologygroup.com to learn more.Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to https://SocaSaySo.comFollow DysChick on all social media or go to https://DysChick.com

NEW YEAR, NEW MOVES: L’Union Suite’s New Moves We are talking to cultural influencers who are using 2021 to take their brands to a whole new level. In this episode DysChick RANTs with CEO and founder of L’Union Suite, Whenda “Wanda” Tima. This media phenom started the Haitian cultural outlet to explore her heritage and now runs the largest website for Haitian culture, music, and community - boasting an average of 20 million site visits per week! In 2021, Whenda is still making new moves. Her docuseries FAVZ showcases influencers in the diaspora and her next step is to build a creative co-working space. Then we RAVE to “Vacation” by Haitian-American seester Jessie Woo. Follow L’Union Suite @lunionsuite on Twitter and Instagram, follow The Haitian-American on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/TheHaitianAmerican). #Ad: Find your peace with tactile and aromatherapy at PocketofPeaceLiving.comFollow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to https://SocaSaySo.comFollow DysChick on all social media or go to https://DysChick.com

NEW YEAR, NEW MOVES: Precision Productions’ New MovesWe are talking to cultural influencers who are using 2021 to take their brands to a whole new level. In this episode DysChick RANTs with Kasey Phillips who is the CEO and Head Engineer of Precision Productions. The Trinidad-based company is known for working with top soca artistes throughout the Caribbean, but Kasey shares how they intend to penetrate the US market with their Los Angeles studio and why he is sharing his expert tips with his weekly online class Friday Beats Lime.Then we RAVE to “Bacchanalist” by the Trinidadian soca artiste who has been creating his own bacchanal recently, Kerwin DuBois.#Ad: Get Guyanese food and pastries from Tota’s Bakery in Crown Heights. Follow them on Instagram @totasbakery244Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to https://SocaSaySo.comFollow DysChick on all social media or go to https://DysChick.com

New Year, New Moves: DRUNK RANTWe are talking to cultural influencers who are using 2021 to take their brands to a whole new level. In this episode DysChick and SocaSaySo get “unfiltered” and RANT about our season so far and give you the scoop on what we have planned for the rest of Season 5. (RANT sponsored by the Style and Vibes podcast. Go to https://link.chtbl.com/rave2 to listen to the latest episode). Then we RAVE to “Drunk” by Barbadian artiste Stiffy. #Ad: Get Guyanese food and pastries from Tota’s Bakery in Crown Heights. Follow them on Instagram @totasbakery244Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to https://SocaSaySo.com Follow DysChick on all social media or go to https://DysChick.com

NEW YEAR, NEW MOVES: LL Cool Blaze’s New Moves We are talking to cultural influencers who are using 2021 to take their brands to a whole new level. In this episode DysChick RANTs with Miami’s own deejay, producer, event organizer, etc. LL Cool Blaze about his new upcoming Artiste Checklist. As someone who has been in the music industry for years, he knows that artistes need to get music copyrighted, registered with streaming services, properly mastered, and ensure that they have performing rights. Then we RAVE to “Bumper Murder” by Kerwin Dubois, Mical Teja, and CoolBlaze. Stay up to date by following LL Cool Blaze on Instagram @llcoolblaze or visit his website www.LLCoolBlaze.com. #Ad: Get Guyanese food and pastries from Tota’s Bakery in Crown Heights. Follow them on Instagram @totasbakery244Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to https://SocaSaySo.com Follow DysChick on all social media or go to https://DysChick.com

NEW YEAR, NEW MOVES: Kiara Paige’s New Moves We are talking to cultural influencers who are using 2021 to take their brands to a whole new level. In this episode DysChick RANTs with dancer and businesswoman Kiara Page (@born2performki) about her new venture, Kulture Kave. Her video series showcases Black dancers, choreographers, and fitness instructors. See why she says that those pushing Caribbean culture through movement deserve to be paid and respected like any other artist. Then we RAVE to the song she broke it down to in one of her viral videos, “Dis Is Mas” by Voice, Tallpree, and Travis World. Learn more about Kulture Kave by following them here https://www.instagram.com/kulturekave. #Ad: Get Guyanese food and pastries from Tota’s Bakery in Crown Heights. Follow them on Instagram @totasbakery244 Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to SocaSaySo.com Follow DysChick on all social media or go to DysChick.comFollow DysChick on all social media or go to DysChick.com

NEW YEAR, NEW MOVES: Stabby’s New Moves We are talking to cultural influencers who are using 2021 to take their brands to a whole new level. In this episode SocaSaySo RANTs with Barbadian soca artiste Stabby about his new venture, Isle Be Vegan. As West Indians, we are eating foods that don’t fit our modern lives. Find out how his detoxes and personal consultations can help you transition to a healthier lifestyle.Then we RAVE to one of his biggest tunes, “Oops.” Learn more about Isle by going to https://www.islebevegan.com#Ad: Get Guyanese food and pastries from Tota’s Bakery in Crown Heights. Follow them on Instagram @totasbakery244Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to SocaSaySo.com Follow DysChick on all social media or go to DysChick.com

New Year, New Moves: Blacka Di Danca’s New Moves Welcome back to the podcast! This season we are talking to cultural influencers who are using 2021 to take their brands to a whole new level. In our kickoff episode DysChick RANTs with choreographer and businessman Blacka Di Danca about how his team continued to engage fans during the pandemic, the creation of the Danca Agency and Danca Mafia, and what platform he says should look out for legal action if they continue to ban Caribbean artforms. (RANT sponsored by the Style and Vibes podcast. Go to https://link.chtbl.com/Rant to learn more). Then we RAVE to the song that turned into a viral dance challenge, “Buss Down” by Blacka Di Danca, Krossfayah, and Clayton William. #Ad: Get Guyanese food and pastries from Tota’s Bakery in Crown Heights. Follow them on Instagram @totasbakery244 Follow Blacka Di Danca @blacka on Instagram and @BLACKAdidanca on Twitter and @DancaAgency on all social media. Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to SocaSaySo.com Follow DysChick on all social media or go to DysChick.com

PIVOTING IN THE NEW NORMAL: How SocaSaySo PivotedWe have spent the season telling you how other Caribbean influencers pivoted, now we’re telling you how we pivoted in 2020. DysChick RANTs with SocaSaySo about how she turned her gift of dream analysis into a business to help understand the messages their subconscious tries to bring to their conscious mind. Check out her recorded session with King Godfrey, an American recording artist from Brockton, MA. Follow him at @King_Godfrey on social media.Book a session with her at JayDreamingg.com or follow JayDreamingg on social media.Then we RAVE to “In My Dreams” by Valene Nedd.#Ad: Get delicious Guyanese food and pastries from Tota’s Bakery in Crown Heights. Follow them on Instagram @totasbakery244Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to SocaSaySo.comFollow DysChick on all social media or go to DysChick.com

PIVOTING IN THE NEW NORMAL: How DysChick Pivoted We have spent the season telling you how other Caribbean influencers pivoted, now we’re telling you how we pivoted in 2020. SocaSaySo RANTs with DysChick about how she turned her knowledge of nightlife into a business to help entertainment entrepreneurs establish a brand identity and find marketing opportunities to convert social media followers into customers.Then we RAVE to “Boss Lady” by Kes the Band.#Ad: Get delicious Guyanese food and pastries from Tota’s Bakery in Crown Heights. Follow them on Instagram @totasbakery244Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to SocaSaySo.com Follow DysChick on all social media or go to DysChick.com

PIVOTING IN THE NEW NORMAL: Caribbean Men Against Domestic ViolenceRecent events have brought the topic of violence against women to the forefront. DysChick and SocaSaySo RANT about how the Caribbean community has addressed this discussion and how we are seeing more men take a stand against domestic violence. In fact, some soca influencers wanted to personally send messages to show their support.Then we RAVE to “Stop the Violence Against Women” by Benji C.#Ad: Get delicious Guyanese food and pastries from Tota’s Bakery in Crown Heights. Follow them on Instagram @totasbakery244Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to SocaSaySo.com Follow DysChick on all social media or go to DysChick.com

PIVOTING IN THE NEW NORMAL: Support Black-Owned This Holiday SeasonDysChick and SocaSaySo RANT about our favorite brands to support this year.Caribbean cultural apparel from CarryOnFriends.comFly hoodie dresses and leisure wear from ShopBBNYC.comGreat Rosè and wine from Black Girl Magic Wines at MCBrideSisters.comStylish Caribbean professional apparel from StyleandVibes.comFind peace with aromatherapy from PocketofPeaceLiving.comBe a blessing by giving back with AfricaEverything.comThen we RAVE to “Money Done” by Patrice Roberts.#Ad: Get delicious Guyanese food and pastries from Tota’s Bakery in Crown Heights. Follow them on Instagram @totasbakery244Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to SocaSaySo.comFollow DysChick on all social media or go to DysChick.com

PIVOTING IN THE NEW NORMAL: Why Are Y’all Not Pivoting?New York is now in the second wave of the Coronavirus pandemic and entering lockdown phase. Schools are canceling activities, restaurants are closing by 10pm, and there are even more event restrictions. DysChick and SocaSaySo RANT about how some folks are hosting or attending large parties as though there’s no pandemic. We are confused. Then we RAVE to “Chair” by KlasSik Frescobar. #Ad: Get delicious Guyanese food and pastries from Tota’s Bakery in Crown Heights. Follow them on Instagram @totasbakery244Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to SocaSaySo.com Follow DysChick on all social media or go to DysChick.com

PIVOTING IN THE NEW NORMAL: Holidays Hit Different in 2020By now, we would all be amped for holiday sales and spending time with family, but 2020 changed all of that. We are now in the second wave of the Coronavirus pandemic and there are new travel and socializing restrictions. DysChick and SocaSaySo fill you in on new developments and why many are struggling to get into the holiday spirit this year. Then we RAVE to “Counting My Blessings” by Nadia Batson and Don Iko. #Ad: Get delicious Guyanese food and pastries from Tota’s Bakery in Crown Heights. Follow them on Instagram @totasbakery244 Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to SocaSaySo.com Follow DysChick on all social media or go to DysChick.com

PIVOTING IN THE NEW NORMAL: You Should Be Afraid of COVIDOn October 5th, Donald Trump tweeted “Don’t be afraid of Covid. Don’t let it dominate your life.”DysChick and SocaSaySo RANT with medical professional Dr. Renee about why this statement is not only incorrect, but dangerous, especially for people of color. Find out what to tell your school-age children, the one device that she recommends for virus prevention, and why she says Black people should absolutely be part of clinical trials.Then we RAVE to “Dr. Cassandra” by Mighty Gabby.Follow @AskDrRenee on all social media or go to AskDrRenee.info#Ad: Join soca dance fitness classes at freeupcm.com.Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to SocaSaySo.comFollow DysChick on all social media or go to DysChick.com

PIVOTING IN THE NEW NORMAL: DJ Private Ryan is Ready for 2021DysChick and SocaSaySo RANT with deejay, producer, event organizer, DJ Private Ryan! Find out how his became the number one Caribbean music podcast in the world, why NYC promoters hate on his Soca Brainwash festival, and why he thinks the cancellation of Trinidad Carnival might actually be a good thing for artistes.Then we RAVE to “Feel the Love” by Freetown Collective produced by DJ Private Ryan, Borderless Music, and Sheriff.Follow @DJPrivateRyan on all social media or go to DJPrivateRyanMusic.com#Ad: Get your Pocket of Peace at PocketofPeaceLiving.com.Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to SocaSaySo.comFollow DysChick on all social media or go to DysChick.com

Pivoting in the New Normal: Artiste Management during COVIDThis season, we are talking about “Pivoting in the New Normal.” DysChick and SocaSaySo RANT with soca manager and co-founder of Mastamind Productions Natasha Andrews about how managers should be supporting their artistes while they are unable to tour or perform live. Find out how she got started, what drove her to work Lyrikal, and the message she has for her friend and business partner, DJ Mastamind.Then we RAVE to “Drop That” by Lyrikal on the Saccharine Riddim produced by Mastamind Productions.Follow Natasha at @tashyandrews on Instagram or A Caribbean Christmas on Facebook (facebook.com/ACaribbeanChristmas)Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to SocaSaySo.comFollow DysChick on all social media or go to DysChick.com

PIVOTING IN THE NEW NORMAL: Why Virtual Carnivals Suck!In our new series “Pivoting in the New Normal,” DysChick and SocaSaySo RANT about why taking the road experience online is a challenge. Some associations did it really well and some left us feeling even more depressed as they offered no release from the quarantine doldrums. We share what we think are key learnings and best practices should we be forced to take Carnivals online again in 2021. Then we RAVE to “Sye pa mele” by EUK Soca Monarch Wetty Beatz.Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to SocaSaySo.comFollow DysChick on all social media or go to DysChick.com

Quick Chat: Season recap, Upcoming Season trailerDysChick and SocaSaySo RANT about what we have been working on since wrapping the “Global Perspectives on Black Lives Matter” series and give you a sneak peek of what we are planning for our upcoming season. Then we RAVE to “Rang Ke Bhare (Forget about Your Color)” by Guyana’s 2019 Chutney Monarch, Steven Ramphal.Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to SocaSaySo.comFollow DysChick on all social media or go to DysChick.com

Special Limited Series: BLACK LIVES MATTER – New York, USDysChick 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 Jose Christo (“J.C.”) Brillant from New York, USA. J.C. is an entrepreneur running two businesses, BeBrillantNYC and Brillant ITJobs, a husband and father raising two Black boys. J.C. shares how those roles influence how he lives as a Black man in America. He gives his ideas on ways to improve neighborhood policing, how he hopes the BLM movement will change systemic racism in America, and reminds us of the psychological impact of discrimination against Black people. Then we RAVE to “I Am” by Edwin Yearwood.Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to SocaSaySo.comFollow DysChick on all social media or go to DysChick.comLearn more about J.C.’s businesses by visiting ShopBBNYC.com and BrillantITJobs.com and visiting both companies on all social media

Special Limited Series: BLACK LIVES MATTER – CANADADysChick 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 Zakiyah Tafari, better known as SocaDread, from Toronto, ON who shares why he founded Black Food Toronto, why he thinks Black people should get involved in politics, and what Carnivals he is looking forward to covering when we are able to once again fete... safely. Then we RAVE to “Brighter” by LFS Music.Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to SocaSaySo.com Follow DysChick on all social media or go to DysChick.com

Special Limited Series: BLACK LIVES MATTER – GERMANYDysChick 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 Sandy Willikens in Stuttgart, Germany who DysChick met while studying in Trinidad. Although there is not a large Black population in Germany, they had the largest anti-racism protest outside of the United States. Sandy shares her thoughts on why this happened and what she hopes will result from this outcry for human rights. Then we RAVE to “Allez” by Teddyson John.Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to SocaSaySo.comFollow DysChick on all social media or go to DysChick.com

Special Limited Series: BLACK LIVES MATTER – MINNESOTA, USDysChick 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 Lonni Skrentner from Edina, MN currently living in Ambergris Caye, Belize. She shares her experience as a US History teacher and how educators can use non-traditional course materials to create inclusive learning environments. Then we RAVE to “Columbus Lied” by Shadow.Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to SocaSaySo.comFollow DysChick on all social media or go to DysChick.com

Special Limited Series: BLACK LIVES MATTER – MASSACHUSETTS, USDysChick 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 Tim Barret in Berkshire County, Massachusetts who DysChick met while studying in Trinidad. Tim shares his thoughts on what it felt like to be the “other” in Trinidad, how he responds to racists in his social network, and why he thinks predatory policing should be defunded. Then we RAVE to “Stranger” by Shadow.Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to SocaSaySo.comFollow DysChick on all social media or go to DysChick.com

Special Limited Series: BLACK LIVES MATTER – TRINIDADDyChick 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 Michele Matthews-Morancie, Co-Managing Director of MAM Squared, LLC (http://mamsquared.com), from Curepe, Trinidad. She shares her thoughts on how Trini views of the underclass led to the Port of Spain riots and why she thinks the police Commissioner’s recent comments are dangerous. Then we RAVE to “Don’t Blame the Youth” by Ataklan ft. Sizzla.For more information about MAM Squared, email michele@agitate-media.com.Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to SocaSaySo.comFollow DysChick on all social media or go to DysChick.com

Special Limited Series: BLACK LIVES MATTER - PORTUGAL 2DysChick 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 fourth episode, we RANT with Cristina Cabral, an Afro-Portuguese journalist of Cape Verdean descent. She shares her insights on the movement and how motherhood caused her to fight for representation of multiple races in toys and media. Then we RAVE to "Rise Up" by Spectrum Band.Follow Cristina on Instagram at @TheCriolaMum (https://www.instagram.com/TheCriolaMum) and get updates on her documentary at @WhereAreTheBrownDollsDoc (https://www.instagram.com/wherearethebrowndollsdoc)Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to SocaSaySo.com Follow DysChick on all social media or go to DysChick.com

Special Limited Series: BLACK LIVES MATTER - PORTUGALDysChick 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 (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.Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to SocaSaySo.comFollow DysChick on all social media or go to DysChick.com

Special Limited Series: BLACK LIVES MATTER - ENGLANDDysChick 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.Follow RealSocaDeal on all social media or go to TheRealSocaDeal.comFollow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to SocaSaySo.comFollow DysChick on all social media or go to DysChick.com

Special Limited Series: BLACK LIVES MATTER - GHANADysChick 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 RANT 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.Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to SocaSaySo.comFollow DysChick on all social media or go to DysChick.com

Quarantine and ProtestsOn 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.Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to SocaSaySo.comFollow DysChick on all social media or go to DysChick.com

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.Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to SocaSaySo.comFollow DysChick on all social media or go to DysChick.com

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.Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to SocaSaySo.comFollow DysChick on all social media or go to DysChick.com

5 Caribbean Films to Watch during QuarantineIt'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.Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to SocaSaySo.comFollow DysChick on all social media or go to DysChick.com