Kulcha Shock Abroad
Kulcha Shock Abroad (Formerly Kulcha Shock with Charm) is a vibrant take on career, travel, dating, marriage and everyday life from the Jamaican perspective. Kulcha Shock Abroad is packed with funny stories, inspiring interviews and thought provoking topics all based on life growing up in Jamaica and how it shapes our culture (kulcha) shock experience abroad. This podcast is dedicated to the Jamaican people , the diaspora and progressive minds who seek to understand the culture.
Episodes
24 episodes
Colorism, race and access to wealth in Jamaica with Dr. Monique Kelly
In this episode, I speak with Dr. Monique Kelly an Assistant Professor at the Michigan State University. Monique is a former track athlete from Kingston, Jamaica. We dive into aspects of the classism and racism debate and...
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Season 2
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Episode 24
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1:21:49
Self-care, mental wellness and the Jamaican culture with Sara Joi
As Jamaicans, we grew up seeing our parents and grandparents toil day and night to provide. We saw working hard as a sign of strength and an avenue to success. Many did not stop to think about how the workaholic culture impacts our mental healt...
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Season 2
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Episode 23
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45:35
Imposter Syndrome and the Jamaican culture with Dr. Claudia Marshall
My guest is former Jamaican high school athlete now turned Mental Wellness Coach and Professor, Dr. Claudia Marshall. We talk about ways to overcome imposter syndrome and step into your greatness.We also dive into the cultural...
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Season 2
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Episode 22
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46:09
It is time for Jamaicans to step into greatness!
New Year!New Look!New opportunity to start afresh!Hey! Allow me to reintroduce my Podcast! I started the podcast journey without being fully prepared. However, the only way to improve is to start!There was ...
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Season 2
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Episode 21
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30:15
12 Cultural Impacts of MTM Family ( Meet the Mitchells)
Just call me First cousin Charmaine and we will be fine!!!Meet the Mitchell (MTM) family is a modern Jamaican and Chinese blended family who launched a YouTube channel chronicling their day to day life.The family, led by...
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Season 2
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Episode 20
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51:53
Infant Loss and Fertility; a Caribbean woman experience
October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. Recently John Legend and Chrissy Teigen shared a heart wrenching story of infant loss and this sparked so much conversation among women who suffer in silence with this issue. As Jamaic...
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Season 2
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Episode 19
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42:40
Investing in Jamaica ; prospects for new investors with stockbroker Ryan Strachan
In this episode Ryan Strachan shares the prospects for investing in Jamaica and tips for first time investors. Ryan Strachan is the Assistant Vice President of Investor Relations - Grace Kennedy Capital Management Limited...
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Season 2
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Episode 18
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33:50
Building our Own Legacy
And We're Back!!!! In this episode Charm introduces Season 2 which will share ideas on legacy building and dealing with life struggles that we must consider when taking the next step towards generational wealth for Caribbean ...
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Season 2
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Episode 17
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20:39
Traveling to Jamaica in a Pandemic: What you need to know before you book.
Traveling in the Covid-19 Pandemic is filled with uncertainties. On this episode I share my experiences traveling to my Island of birth and what you'll need to know before booking your trip .
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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20:21
Racial Disparity in the United States : Chat with Legal Experts Harold Pryor Esq. and Nikeisha Pryor Esq.
On this episode my guests Florida Attorneys Harold Pryor and Nikeisha Pryor gives us the historical and legal context that helps us understand racial tensions in 2020. I have known Niki, as she is often affectionately called, since...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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55:38
Dating a Jamaican Man : Experiences Shared by Women all over the Globe
In this episode we discuss the top Pros and Cons associated with dating Jamaican men. You may be surprised at some of the responses from women across the globe.
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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37:33
Dr. Michael Daley: A Jamaican Doctor in the US shares his Covid-19 experience
Jamaicans are everywhere! When I say everywhere I mean we literally dash way like salt! ( For my non-patois listeners this means we really are everywhere just like salt)Not only are we dispersed all over the world sprinkling scotch bonn...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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32:43
Trinidad Carnival at a Glance
In this episode we discuss the highlights of Trinidad carnival and most importantly, why it is a MUST go for Soca lovers and persons who are up for a good cultural immersion. This episode also highlights great resources that can be...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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45:38
Coping with the Social and Economic impact of Covid-19 (Corona Virus)
This episode examines the challenges the world is facing with an ever evolving Global Pandemic caused by Covid-19. This is a new space for many of us and as Caribbean natives there are aspects of our upbringing that can help us cope with ...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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41:40
Dating in your Thirties : Women's Survival Guide
This episode examines some of the dating challenges faced by many single women today. We talk survival tips on how to cope with social media pressures and society expectations. I share dating horror stories and how women I know have handl...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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42:00
Christmas Holidays in Jamaica; Is it worth the price tag?
Traveling anywhere in world during the Christmas holidays can be pricey to say the least! However if you are a Jamaican native traveling back home for the holidays is not only a hassle but in most cases the most expensive vacation of the year.&...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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29:40
How to start living your Best life in 2020 and beyond
In this episode I reflect on some of my personal life lessons on the year and decade. In addition I dive into some steps you can incorporate in your daily routine to maximize your potential and shine as the BEST YOU!
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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34:04
Life as a Jamaican in Australia with Ann Marie Meeks
Jamaican Born wife, mother and fitness expert Ann Marie Meeks joins Kulcha Shock with Charm family to discuss life in Down Under. Ann Marie describes cultural adaptation, interracial marriage and the impact of her upbringing in rural Jamaica on...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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43:42
Balancing Career and Motherhood Abroad with Dr. Tiphanie Ivey
My Guest Dr. Tiphanie Ivey is a Jamaica born scholar, wife and mother of 3 children who shares her experiences with living abroad and balancing the challenges of having a family away from her place of birth. Tiphanie provides helpful insight an...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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32:51
6 Questions we can avoid asking in 2020 and beyond
This episode describes common questions that we sometimes ask blindly without thinking of the impact on others. I have certainly asked these questions before only to find out how it triggered someone else as well as being on the receiving end o...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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32:54
Setting Family Boundaries
Setting Boundaries with family in a crucial component in maintaining healthy, functional relationships especially while abroad. Financial success can be onerous for many individuals and we explore ways to balance demands and gauge ex...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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45:37
10 ways to Boost your Travel Budget
In this episode we will look at 10 ways to increase your travel Budget and pay for the vacation of your dreams.Save your coins. Becoming more disciplined in preparing and sticking to your monthly budget in key when trying...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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33:32