Episodes

  • Vybz Kartel the king of dancehall return to America, the Marley Grammy Dilemma, Paternity fraud out of control!

    Vybz Kartel the king of dancehall return to America, the Marley Grammy Dilemma, Paternity fraud out of control!
    Feb 6 2025
    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.
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    1 hr and 15 mins
  • Politics talk, Teflon Don executive actions, immigration, DEI pros and cons, freedom of speech and much more was discussed.

    Politics talk, Teflon Don executive actions, immigration, DEI pros and cons, freedom of speech and much more was discussed.
    Jan 29 2025
    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.
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    1 hr and 1 min
  • We are back, return of Vybz Kartel and freedom street, Impact of Tik tok ban, Teflon Don second term!

    We are back, return of Vybz Kartel and freedom street, Impact of Tik tok ban, Teflon Don second term!
    Jan 16 2025
    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.
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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • Is Dancehall Music on life support?

    Is Dancehall Music on life support?
    Mar 21 2022
    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.

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    1 hr and 36 mins
  • Go date a Jamaican!

    Go date a Jamaican!
    Mar 6 2022
    With a title like "Go date a Jamaican," go listen objectively and have fun. We talked about dating, relationships, and much more.

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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • Joe Rogan the big Distraction

    Joe Rogan the big Distraction
    Feb 21 2022
    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.

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    45 mins
  • Top 5 Dancehall Riddim

    Top 5 Dancehall Riddim
    Dec 20 2021
    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

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    55 mins
  • Top 5 Dancehall Artist

    Top 5 Dancehall Artist
    Nov 24 2021
    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.

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    54 mins