Jamaican State of Mind

Summary In this episode of the Jamaican State of Mind podcast, host Nicobel and guest Carter discuss various topics, from personal updates, including Carter's new role as a father, to the resurgence of dancehall music and its cultural significance. They explore the evolution of dancehall artists, the importance of festivals in promoting Jamaican culture, and the impact of AI on the workforce. The conversation emphasizes the need for society to adapt to technological changes while maintaining cultural identity and community collaboration. The episode concludes with a hopeful outlook on the future of Jamaican entertainment and culture. Takeaways Carter shares his experience of becoming a father and the responsibilities that come with it. The conversation highlights the resurgence of dancehall music and its cultural significance. They discuss the evolution of dancehall artists and the impact of new generations on the genre. The importance of festivals in promoting Jamaican culture is emphasized. The hosts express a desire for more regular and successful events in the Jamaican entertainment scene. AI's role in transforming the workforce and its implications for job security are explored. The need for society to adapt to technological changes is discussed. The conversation touches on the importance of community and collaboration in the media space. They reflect on the cultural identity of Jamaican artists and the need for a unique style. The episode concludes with a hopeful outlook on the future of Jamaican entertainment and culture.

In this episode of the Jamaican State of Mind podcast, hosts Nicobel and Carter reflect on their experiences growing up in the 80s and 90s, discussing the significant technological advancements, cultural shifts, and the nostalgia associated with their childhood. They explore the evolution of media, music, and entertainment, emphasizing the unique position of their generation as the last to experience life before the internet became ubiquitous. The conversation highlights the contrasts between their upbringing and the current generation, touching on themes of adaptability, cultural identity, and the impact of technology on society.

In this Jamaican State of Mind Podcast episode hosts Nicobel and Carter delve into the multifaceted parenting experience. They discuss the expectations and realities of new parenthood, the anxieties that come with it, and the importance of support systems. The conversation highlights generational differences in parenting styles, emphasizing the need for open communication and emotional expression. They also explore the challenges of modern parenting, including the role of technology and the necessity of finding balance. The hosts reflect on their own experiences and the lessons learned, advocating for a conscious approach to parenting that breaks generational patterns.

In this Jamaican State of Mind Podcast episode, hosts Nicobel and Carter discuss various topics including the recent Grammy awards and the representation of reggae and dancehall music. They delve into the influence of the Marley family on the Grammy voting process, the return of Vybz Kartel, and the ongoing debate about Beenie Man's status as the King of Dancehall. The conversation also touches on the alarming statistics surrounding paternity fraud in Jamaica and the need for legal reforms to address this issue. Finally, they provide political commentary and predictions for the future.

In this episode of the Jamaican State of Mind podcast, hosts Nicobel and Carter discuss various topics, including the recent inauguration, federal hiring freezes, and the implications of diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. They delve into the complexities of birthright citizenship and immigration policies while exploring cultural perspectives and the importance of freedom of speech in America. The conversation highlights local governance's significance and political decisions' impact on everyday life.

In this episode of the Jamaican State of Mind podcast, hosts Nicobel and Jermaine discuss their return to podcasting after a long break, reflecting on the evolution of Jamaican culture and music, the impact of recent events such as Vybz Kartel release, and the festive season in Jamaica. They also delve into serious topics like crime, the future of work in the age of AI, the political landscape in America, and the implications of TikTok's ban. The conversation highlights the vibrant Jamaican culture while addressing pressing community issues.

In this episode, we were joined by Eric from Esenshalmusic to discuss our views on the state of the dancehall culture. We talked about the new sound in dancehall and the impact, if there's any around the world. Esenshal also discusses his first project, the "Demands Riddim," now on all major streaming platforms and more. Please listen and enjoy. Go follow Esenshal Music on IG https://www.instagram.com/esenshal/ https://www.instagram.com/esenshalmusic/ Follow us https://www.instagram.com/esenshalmusic/ https://twitter.com/JAstateofmind

With a title like "Go date a Jamaican," go listen objectively and have fun. We talked about dating, relationships, and much more. IG: @jamaicanstateofmindpod Twitter: @JAstateofmind

We are back with our first episode of the year. We discussed cancel culture, freedom of speech, and our views on the Joe Rogan podcast in this episode. We went to politics and why we have to be objective, and much more. https://www.instagram.com/jamaicanstateofmindpod/ https://twitter.com/JAstateofmind

We present to you with another TOP 5. We discussed our favorite Dancehall riddim and its impact on us growing up. This was maybe the hardest top 5 for us because there are so many great Dancehall riddims to choose from. Let's know what you think about our Top 5 riddim. #jamaicanstateofmind https://www.instagram.com/jamaicanstateofmindpod/ https://twitter.com/JAstateofmind

We are back and with our first Top 5 episode. In this episode we discuss our Top 5 Favorite Dancehall Artists and why they are in our Top 5. Check out and let us know if it's solid or not or we still living in the past. Listen and enjoy. Please remember to like, subscribe, follow and comment. https://www.instagram.com/jamaicanstateofmindpod/ https://www.instagram.com/nicobel_jsm/ https://www.instagram.com/carter_jsm/

This one is a bonus! Enjoy this mix while we work on some episodes. This is an early 2000's dancehall mix with some of my favorite riddims and artists. . . The following riddims are included in the Mix in order; Buy out Riddim, Chiney Gal Riddim, Energy Riddim, Hurricane Riddim, Headache 2 Riddim, Heavy Metal Riddim, Kiki Riddim, Egyptian Riddim, and Mexican Riddim. . . The Mix featuring the following artists; Sean Paul, Beenie Man, Bounty Killer, Spragga Benz, Wayne wonder, TOK, Mr. Easy, Capleton, Elephant Man, Sizzla, Baby Cham, Mad Anju, Wayne Marchall, Buju Banton, Vybz Kartel, Assassin, and Many more. . I DO NOT OWN THE RIGHTS TO ANY OF THIS MUSIC! This is for entertainment purposes only.

On this episode, I was joined by Lori from the Current Tingz blog. We discussed several topics from the Shacarri incident that led to the Twitter beef between Jamaicans and African Americans. According to some Black Americans, being Jamaican, you can't be Black, so discussed this in dept. Lori also gave her view on the current music and why she is still a big fan of the old school, even though she is from the younger generation. Please listen and enjoy! https://www.instagram.com/currenttingz/ https://www.instagram.com/_allaboutlori/ Follow us https://www.instagram.com/jamaicanstateofmindpod/ https://twitter.com/JAstateofmind

We were joined by a special guest Shawn from the Reggae Talk podcast and the Reggae Music Forever blog. We spoke about the current state of Dancehall on the evolution of the music. Shawn also gave us is taking on the current topic of Dancehall being blame for the violence in Jamaica. We got into how Reggae Music Forever came about, the current state of the Reggae Talk Podcast, and much more. Please and enjoy. https://www.instagram.com/reggaemusicforever/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/reggaetalk/?hl=en Check out our website. http://jamaicanstateofmind.com/ Follow us; https://www.instagram.com/jamaicanstateofmindpod/?hl=en https://twitter.com/JAstateofmind Nick and Carter; https://www.instagram.com/carter_jsm/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/nicobel_jsm/?hl=en

We were joined by Eliha Perez, also known as OutdoorJamaican. Eliha is an outdoorsman, a survivalist, a camper, a hiker, a hunter, and a nature lover. We spoke about how he got into this way of life and some of his experiences while out in the wild traveling across the USA. It a very interesting listen, so enjoy it. Check out Eliha Instagram below https://www.instagram.com/outdoorjamaican/ Follow us on https://www.instagram.com/jamaicanstateofmindpod/ https://twitter.com/JAstateofmind https://www.facebook.com/jamaicanstateofmind

We are back with a new season. I know it was a long wait, but it worth it. In this episode, we discussed the question that comes up so often "is dancehall to be blamed for the violence in Jamaica?" We spoke about our experiences growing up in Jamaica, and the effect music has on the culture. Freedom of speech was part of our discussion as well, along with politics and more. Please listen and enjoy. http://jamaicanstateofmind.com/ IG: @jamaicanstateofmindpod

In this episode, we shared our thoughts on 2020. We spoke about the pandemic, vaccine, election, some personal experiences, and much more. Thank you all for the support, and we have much for you next year. 2020 was a roller coaster, a rough ride, but we went through it, and we here so wi good fi next year! HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!! http://jamaicanstateofmind.com/

This is part two of a two-part episode. In this episode, we continued our discussion with Kahlil and Agard, the Reggae Lover podcast hosts. In part two and the final of this episode, We spoke about America's current political state with all the protests and the upcoming election; we shared our views on it all. We discussed injustice in the political system and more, so please listen and enjoy it. https://reggaelover.com/ https://www.instagram.com/reggaeloverpodcast/ http://jamaicanstateofmind.com/ https://www.instagram.com/jamaicanstateofmindpod/

This is part one of a two-part episode. In this episode, we were joined by Kahlil and Agard, the hosts of the Reggae Lover podcast. In part one of this episode, we discussed various topics in the dancehall/reggae world. We spoke about the media bias with Buju, the changing of the reggae/dancehall culture, and the music's business. There was a lot to discuss and unpacked on this episode, so please listen and enjoy it. https://reggaelover.com/ https://www.instagram.com/reggaeloverpodcast/ http://jamaicanstateofmind.com/ https://www.instagram.com/jamaicanstateofmindpod/

In this episode, we joined by Ricardo Alliman, a pro basketball player who has represented Jamaica national team on several occasions and currently playing professionally in Europe. Ricardo spoke about his basketball journey, started at Calabar High to college basketball in the USA, then playing on the international stage. We also discussed how he adapted to cultural change and how he got fluent in french. Ricardo talked about life after basketball, and much more. Please listen and enjoy it. Please visit Jamaicanstateofmind.com for links and Merch. Ricardo Alliman IG: https://www.instagram.com/ricardoalliman/ https://www.instagram.com/jamaicanstateofmindpod/