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Carnival B.A.E.: Journey from Mas to Modeling

The T'ingz Nice Podcast - June 24, 2024 01:00 - 55 minutes
Hey y’all! We’re chatting it up with one of my favorite women in the carnival business, Teisha, better known as Carnival B.A.E. We're diving deep into her journey from her start in carnival modeling to our mutual love for Jamaica’s one-of-a-kind carnival. Don't miss this lively and inspiring con...

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Regret Is A Mudasc*** (On Coming To Terms With Our Mistakes)

Good Up - June 04, 2024 04:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 164 ratings
Love the show? Send us a text! Do you ever experience regret or find yourself harping on mistakes you've made in the past? In this episode we talk about some of the biggest mistakes or embarrassing decisions we've made and why it's important not to lean too deeply into shame and regret. Episo...

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From Packing to Partying: Your 30-Day Carnival Readiness Guide

The T'ingz Nice Podcast - June 03, 2024 03:00 - 34 minutes
Join me as I share my 30-day countdown to Carnival, focusing on packing smart with what I have, making sure that my travel partners are well informed, finalizing my DIY projects and getting my body in tip top shape. Let’s get ready for a jam-packed summer Carnival season! Covered in this episod...

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Everybody's The A**hole! (AITA Reactions)

Good Up - May 28, 2024 04:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 164 ratings
Love the show? Send us a text! Ready to be a little unhinged today? So are we! Britt joins us for an episode of pure chaos as we each share our picks of submissions to the infamous “Am I The A**hole” thread on Reddit and share our personal opinions on them. Main Feed Episode Breakdown: 0:00 ...

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The Things We Learn About Trauma

Good Up - May 21, 2024 04:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 164 ratings
Love the show? Send us a text! In this episode we are joined by Tarik McMillan, LPC, CCTS-I of Greater Changes / The Crucian Counselors Podcast to discuss the subject of trauma. How is trauma defined? How does trauma show up in our lives and how can therapists help us to navigate healing or pro...

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Body Good Up (On Physical Care & Connection To Our Bodies)

Good Up - May 14, 2024 04:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 164 ratings
Love the show? Send us a text! In this episode we explore the concept of physical wellness and the ways that we think about the care of our bodies. We touch on goals around movement and the benefits of movement, connecting with our bodies through activities like body scanning and self-care, as ...

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Introducing Playmas, Where Carnival Meets Technology

The T'ingz Nice Podcast - May 13, 2024 04:00 - 38 minutes
If you're a carnivalist that plays mas regularly, you've probably crossed paths with the Playmas platform at some point for costume registration. Rory Peters, their Sales and Operations Director, is one of the brains behind the scenes. Rory and I sat down virtually back in November '23 (I know, ...

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God...WTF?

Good Up - May 07, 2024 04:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 164 ratings
Love the show? Send us a text! In this episode Kayra Jay returns to the pod for the first time since 2020 where our conversation centers on self-discovery and the importance of listening to the messages being sent your way when you hit rock bottom. We discuss processing loss and starting over, ...

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The Things We Learn From Generation X

Good Up - April 30, 2024 04:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 164 ratings
Love the show? Send us a text! In this episode Roshini aka Glamazini joins us to discuss life lessons across the generational divide. As a representative of Gen X, she shares her wisdom of life in the 40s as we discuss differences in mindset and strained relationships between Gen X and Millenia...

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Mid-Season Updates

The T'ingz Nice Podcast - April 26, 2024 09:00 - 9 minutes
Hey listeners! Can you believe we've already had six amazing guests this season? And guess what? There are at least four more lined up! So far, we've had Melissa Noel, Penny Wallie Mas, Jodi Covington, Tenille Clarke, and Flora Nabena sharing their stories. April's been a whirlwind with Baby T'i...

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Decolonize This Mudasc*nt! (On The Impact of Colonialism)

Good Up - April 23, 2024 04:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 164 ratings
Love the show? Send us a text! In this episode we revisit an earlier conversation on colonialism and its impact on communities of color with a focus on the Virgin Islands community. Gabrielle Querrard is back on the show with all of her wisdom on the impact of colonialism and white supremacy an...

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The Things We Learn From Black Men

Good Up - April 16, 2024 04:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 164 ratings
Love the show? Send us a text! In this episode Andre's back on the pod for an open and honest conversation between Black men and Black women about our relationships, where we struggle to be seen by each other and where we could be doing more for each other.  We discuss how online discourse bet...

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The Things We Learn From Each Other (Good Up's 100th Episode)

Good Up - April 09, 2024 04:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 164 ratings
Love the show? Send us a text! CELEBRATE WITH US! This episode marks the 100th episode of The Good Up Podcast. Today we recap the show and discuss all of the lessons we’ve learned from each other along the way.  Main Feed Episode Breakdown: 0:00 - Hear From Our Sponsors! 4:50 - Intro / Welco...

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The Giddy Up Podcast (A Cowboy Carter Reaction Episode)

Good Up - April 02, 2024 04:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 164 ratings
Love the show? Send us a text! In this week's episode we share our unfiltered, first reactions to Beyonce's latest studio album, COWBOY CARTER. Want to get the most out of this episode? Pull our your music player and go along with us track by track to hear our initial reactions to the iconic 27...

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This Caller Is Unavailable! (On Emotional Unavailability)

Good Up - March 26, 2024 04:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 164 ratings
Love the show? Send us a text! In this episode’s main topic we’re talking about emotional unavailability, the inability to sustain emotional bonds in relationships. We discuss how emotional unavailability shows up in dating, in parent-child relationships, in friendships and more.   Main Feed E...

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Costumes, Culture and Creativity with Gr8estflo

The T'ingz Nice Podcast - March 25, 2024 04:00 - 49 minutes
We are rocking out today with one of my favorite creatives, Flora Nabena, otherwise known as “Gr8estflo”. She is a full-time costume designer from London who has been giving back to the Caribbean carnival culture by sharing her costume-making skills with the world.  Covered in this Episode: Ti...

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The Buss Chest Process (On Navigating Breakups)

Good Up - March 19, 2024 13:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 164 ratings
Love the show? Send us a text! In this episode’s main topic Diamond is back in the studio to talk breakups: the good, the bad, the ugly, and the dehydrated! We discuss the worst breakups we’ve experienced, lessons we’ve learned through the end of romantic relationships, and our advice for recov...

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The Things We Learn About Our Bodies (On Body Image)

Good Up - March 12, 2024 04:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 164 ratings
Love the show? Send us a text! In this episode’s main topic we discuss body image: how you think and feel about your body based on society’s influence and your own life experiences. We discuss our first memories of receiving commentary about our bodies, how our parents influenced our body image...

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Elevating Caribbean Narratives: An Informative Conversation with Tenille Clarke

The T'ingz Nice Podcast - March 08, 2024 05:00 - 58 minutes
It’s an honor to have Tenille Clarke on the show with us! She is a public relations rockstar paving the way to fame for many of our favorite Caribbean brands and celebrities.  To watch the interview portion of this episode visit The T'ingz Nice YouTube Channel. Covered in this Episode: Intro  ...

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Don't Jealous Me! (On Jealousy and Envy)

Good Up - March 05, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 164 ratings
Love the show? Send us a text! In this episode, we discuss the concept of jealousy/envy and how it shows up in our lives. We share our first memories of experiencing jealousy toward others and how we handled it as well as other areas where jealousy can show up, like parent-child relationships a...

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You Not A Girl's Girl Fr! (On Female Solidarity In A Patriarchal World)

Good Up - February 27, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 164 ratings
Love the show? Send us a text! In this episode’s main topic we discuss the concept of being a “Girl’s Girl” and the idea of women prioritizing solidarity with other women in the face of misogyny and harm. We bring up real-life examples in pop culture and our own experiences of women who embody ...

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Dear Mas Bands: Hear Our Carnival Cries

The T'ingz Nice Podcast - February 11, 2024 17:00 - 37 minutes
Are you tired of feeling let down during the costume collection process? Well, you're certainly not alone. As a seasoned veteran of the carnival scene, I've had my fair share of disappointments over the years. But instead of dwelling on the negatives, I decided to turn those complaints into solu...

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Vibes on Deck: The Evolution of Ubersoca Cruise ft. Jodi Covington

The T'ingz Nice Podcast - January 28, 2024 23:00 - 59 minutes
{VIDEO PODCAST AVAILABLE ON YOUTUBE} Hey there, soca lovers! Are you ready for a peek behind the curtain of one of the hottest events on the Soca scene? Buckle up because in this episode, we're diving deep into the heart of Ubersoca Cruise with none other than Jodi Covington, one of the brilli...

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Candid Carnival Conversations with Guest Host - Melissa Noel

The T'ingz Nice Podcast - January 14, 2024 01:00 - 23 minutes
Our host, Sha, swaps seats with award winning journalist, Melissa Noel for this special episode. Tune in as we dive into the intricacies of the carnival ecosystem, exploring its economic impact, dispelling misconceptions, and discussing ways to support and sustain this dynamic industry that is l...

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A Candid Carnival Conversation with Guest Host - Melissa Noel

The T'ingz Nice Podcast - January 14, 2024 01:00 - 23 minutes
Our host, Sha, swaps seats with award winning journalist, Melissa Noel for this special episode. Tune in as we dive into the intricacies of the carnival ecosystem, exploring its economic impact, dispelling misconceptions, and discussing ways to support and sustain this dynamic industry that is l...

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The Peeny Wallie Mas Story: Curating an Intimate Carnival Experience

The T'ingz Nice Podcast - January 01, 2024 06:00 - 53 minutes
Have you ever wondered what it takes to start a successful carnival mas band? If so, tune into this episode to listen to our conversation with Erica of Peeny Wallie Mas, and their former assistant, Cheyenne of Cocoa Sky Designs. Their stories of personal growth and communal triumphs are sure to ...

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Introducing Season 5 | Unveiling the Art and Soul of Carnival with Industry Innovators

The T'ingz Nice Podcast - December 23, 2023 06:00 - 5 minutes
Welcome to Season 5! This season, I’m pulling back the curtain on carnival culture, inviting you to join me behind the scenes and meet the incredible minds shaping this vibrant celebration. Carnival isn’t just for us Caribbean folks—it’s a global love affair that attracts people from all walks ...

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BONUS: Miami Carnival Reviews | Caribbean TraDISHon Recap | Tingz Nice Updates 

The T'ingz Nice Podcast - November 13, 2023 04:00 - 22 minutes
Season 4 is officially tucked in bed, and we're rolling in bonus episode territory like it's a carnival after-party. That's right, we're back with more juicy content for ya. Be sure to press play because we're dishing out the feedback on Miami Carnival 2023, and spilling the tea on the Caribbean...

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BONUS: Caribbean Carnival: Newbie Crash Course - Reloaded

The T'ingz Nice Podcast - October 26, 2023 04:00 - 24 minutes
Ever wondered about the vibrant, pulsating heart of Caribbean Carnival culture? Picture this: A colorful and music-filled celebration of freedom that dates back centuries. Carnival is more than just a party. It's a rich tapestry woven with threads of cultural pride unity and rich tradition.  Th...

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Miami Carnival: Then and Now ft. The Curve Experience

The T'ingz Nice Podcast - October 04, 2023 02:00 - 42 minutes
I couldn’t let another season go by without talking about one of, if not the most popular carnival on U.S. soil, Miami Carnival. This episode is dedicated to the Miami Carnivals of past and present. I’m sure to satisfy the souls of the elders (like myself) and the newbies who have zero clue of w...

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