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  He Sold Everything to Survive—Then Built Fitt St | Adrian Chandler 12.09.2026 1t 7min

  Send us Fan Mail Adrian Chandler is the founder of Strictly FX, the boss behind Fitt St and a co-founder of Air Committee—but his journey has included enormous risks, painful losses and moments when survival was far from guaranteed. Adrian takes us behind the scenes of Trinidad and Tobago’s events industry, revealing the real cost of producing major Carnival experiences, why large crowds do not always mean profit and what happened with Keyshia Cole’s shortened performance at RB Brunch. He als...
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  Third Bass: The Untold Story of Trinidad’s Urban Radio Revolution 07.09.2026 1t 9min

  Send us Fan Mail Before urban radio became part of everyday life in Trinidad and Tobago, Adrian “Third Bass” Hackshaw was among the young DJs helping to take the music of the streets, maxi taxis and record shops onto national radio. In this episode, Third Bass takes us from the little boy who practised being a radio announcer at home to becoming one of the pioneering voices of 98.9 FM and 96.1 FM. He shares how Third Bass was formed, why he left his first 9-to-5 job before lunchtime, the rise...
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  I Survived the Unthinkable—and Chose to Thrive | Gayatree Dipchan 05.09.2026 1t 18min

  Send us Fan Mail Behavioural psychotherapist and body-language expert Gayatree Dipchan shares the deeply personal story of surviving a violent sexual assault—and the long journey from trauma to healing, purpose and peace. Gayatree opens up about the night that changed the course of her life, the relationships that helped her survive, raising and protecting her daughter, and why she refuses to let her most traumatic experience define the rest of her story. We also explore what our bodies commu...
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  Destra: “I Love My Soca. I Love My God.” | The Corie Sheppard Podcast 28.08.2026 1t 12min

  Send us Fan Mail Destra Garcia has spent more than two decades becoming one of the defining voices and performers in soca. But behind the Queen of Bacchanal is a story of faith, family, ambition, sacrifice and an unwavering love for Caribbean culture. In this episode of The Corie Sheppard Podcast, Destra takes us from growing up as a pastor’s kid and becoming “addicted” to the applause at just 10 years old, to Roy Cape taking her under his wing, her decision to go solo and the songs that woul...
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  They Were Just Having Fun—Then Millions Started Watching | Cheerful Company 24.08.2026 1t 13min

  Send us Fan Mail What began as friends laughing, playing games and being themselves became one of Trinidad and Tobago’s most joyful online movements. Avril, KP and Shinzy of Cheerful Company join us for a lively and deeply personal conversation about their friendship, their contrasting personalities and the unexpected journey from casual TikTok videos to millions of views. They share how messages from people struggling with depression inspired the name Cheerful Company, why faith remain...
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  I Went a Steam… At My Big Age | The Corie Sheppard Podcast 19.08.2026 1t 29min

  Send us Fan Mail This week’s solo episode starts with an apology to the Mighty Conqueror after last week's search for the “wordiest” calypso — before Corie tells the story of being challenged to attend Lady Lava’s birthday Steam aboard the Harbour Master. From figuring out what you’re actually supposed to wear to a Steam, to arriving at a boat ride at the correct Trinidadian time, trying to keep up with the younger generation, discovering new music and eventually learning that sometimes your ...
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  I Thought Achievement Made Me Worthy | Veera Bhajan 17.08.2026 1t 31min

  Send us Fan Mail Born without arms, Veera Bhajan learned from childhood how quickly the world can define someone by what it believes they lack. But behind her remarkable academic achievements and successful legal career was a much deeper struggle involving survival, shame, depression and the pressure to continually prove her worth. In this deeply personal conversation, Veera explains how achievement became connected to acceptance—and why she eventually realised that much of her life had becom...
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  Supplequental Parade Route 11.08.2026 1t 22min

  Send us Fan Mail Apparently, Trinidad and Tobago has been having some trouble with words lately — so this week, we're putting our vocabulary to the test. After somehow producing a 30,788-word conversation with KES, I go searching for some of the wordiest and best-written calypsos of all time, with classics from Relator, Mighty Spoiler, Lord Blakie, David Rudder, The Mighty Sparrow and more providing the soundtrack to the conversation. But as always, the music leads us into some bigger discuss...
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  🇨🇦🇹🇹 From Afghanistan to Trinidad: A Diplomat’s Extraordinary Journey | Michael Callan 10.08.2026 1t 15min

  Send us Fan Mail What takes someone from the Canadian military to Afghanistan, Sudan, Bangladesh, Egypt, Jordan and Algeria — and eventually to Carnival, J’ouvert, panyards and life in Trinidad and Tobago? In this episode of The Corie Sheppard Podcast, we sit down with Michael Callan, High Commissioner of Canada to Trinidad and Tobago, for a wide-ranging conversation about diplomacy, conflict, culture and the experiences that have shaped his life. Michael takes us inside his time in Kandahar,...
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  We Divide Our Own.....But Welcome Everyone Else 07.08.2026 1t 31min

  Send us Fan Mail What if the biggest thing dividing Trinidad and Tobago isn't race, politics or religion—but the way we choose to treat each other? This week, I reflect on the response to our Dominic Hadeed interview before exploring the conversations that dominated the Emancipation weekend. From the Indian High Commission controversy and the Emancipation Village to politics, identity and national discourse, one question kept coming back: Why do we so often extend grace to strangers, yet stru...
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  Kes on Taking Soca Global, Family & the Mission Behind the Roots, Rock, Soca Tour 05.08.2026 2t 30min

  Send us Fan Mail Fresh off the Roots, Rock, Soca Tour, Kes joins The Corie Sheppard Podcast for one of his most personal and insightful conversations to date. Known for timeless hits and electrifying performances, Kes reflects on the journey behind the music, the responsibility of representing the Caribbean on the global stage, and why introducing new audiences to Soca has become his mission. In this episode, we discuss: The vision behind the Roots, Rock, Soca Tour Taking Soca to audiences ...
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  How Dominic Hadeed Built Blue Waters by Solving Problems 01.08.2026 1t 57min

  Send us Fan Mail From building one of Trinidad and Tobago's most recognised brands to developing a philosophy centred on solving problems, Dominic Hadeed shares the ideas that have shaped his approach to business, leadership and life. In this conversation, Dominic explains why success is often the absence of failure, why every entrepreneur must define their end game before chasing it, and how learning to embrace honest feedback can transform both business and personal growth. We discuss Blue ...
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  Vaughnette Bigford on Depression, Petrotrin, Menopause & Finding Her Authentic Voice 27.07.2026 1t 42min

  Send us Fan Mail Vaughnette Bigford is one of Trinidad & Tobago's most celebrated performers, but behind the sold-out concerts and standing ovations was a deeply personal journey through depression, perimenopause, identity and rebuilding her life. In this powerful conversation, Vaughnette opens up about the hardest year of her life, why she believes more women need to speak openly about menopause, the devastating closure of Petrotrin, building her own brand without waiting for opportuniti...
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  Cro Cro: "They Turned Off My Mic... But They Could Never Silence Me" 20.07.2026 1t 35min

  Send us Fan Mail Cro Cro is one of Trinidad & Tobago's most influential calypsonians, and in this episode of The Corie Sheppard Podcast he reflects on a career built on fearless social commentary, political criticism and some of the most memorable songs in calypso history. From Common Entrance and Apology to Nobody Ain't Gonna Know , Breastfed and Pass the Ball, Cro Cro explains the stories behind his biggest hits, why he wrote them and the public reaction they created. He also shares his...
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  Honouring Bill Trotman | Making Sense of Trinidad's Biggest Stories 16.07.2026 1t 39min

  Send us Fan Mail The passing of Bill Trotman is a reminder of why we must celebrate the people who shaped Trinidad and Tobago's culture while they're still with us. In this week's commentary, I pay tribute to one of our great cultural icons and reflect on why preserving these stories matters. From there, we unpack some of the biggest issues affecting the country—from CARICOM and economic diversification to Nestlé's future in Trinidad and Tobago, government spending, public safety and the head...
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  Kevin Soyer on How Being Completely Paralysed Led Him to Make Thousands Laugh 13.07.2026 1t 53min

  Send us Fan Mail Kevin Soyer has become one of Trinidad and Tobago's most respected stand-up comedians—but very few people know the extraordinary journey that brought him here. In this episode, Kevin shares the life-changing illness that left him completely paralysed, the terrifying moment he could only move his eyes, and the long road back to rebuilding his life. He also opens up about finding purpose through comedy, growing up in Hardin Place, learning theatre after his diagnosis, performin...
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  What Every Great Leader Understands About Communication, Trust & Respect | Lisa Ghany 06.07.2026 1t 47min

  Send us Fan Mail Behind every successful event, respected leader, and trusted organisation is something most people never see. In this episode of The Corie Sheppard Podcast, event strategist, communications expert and protocol specialist Lisa Ghany shares the lessons she's learned from decades working in corporate communications, government, banking, crisis management and event production. From advising Trinidad and Tobago's first female Prime Minister to helping build some of the country's m...
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  We've Explored Less Than 1% of Earth's Deep Ocean... And T&T Is About To Change That | Dr. Diva Amon 03.07.2026 1t 10min

  Send us Fan Mail We know more about the surface of the Moon than we do the deep ocean.Dr. Diva Amon is a Trinidadian deep-sea biologist, National Geographic Explorer, co-founder of SpeSeas and Chief Scientist leading the historic Deep Wonders of Trinidad and Tobago and the High Seas expedition.For the first time, a Trinidad and Tobago-led team will spend a month exploring the nation's deep waters aboard Schmidt Ocean Institute's research vessel Falkor Too searching for species never before se...
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  The TRUTH About "Who Let the Dogs Out" | Anslem Douglas Sets the Record Straight 29.06.2026 1t 40min

  Send us Fan Mail Before the world knew "Who Let the Dogs Out," the song belonged to Anslem Douglas. In this episode, the Trinidad and Tobago music icon shares the untold story behind the Grammy-winning hit, clearing up decades of misconceptions about its journey from the Caribbean to the global stage. We also explore the golden era of Carnival, the making of classics like Raggapumpum, Good Music to Dance, Jump and Mash Up the Party, and When Ah Dead Bury Meh Clothes, why soca must think beyon...
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  The Trinidad Tradition We Can’t Afford to Lose | Jameel ‘Jappa’ Bisnath 26.06.2026 1t 23min

  Send us Fan Mail What is Hosay really about? For many Trinidadians, it’s something we’ve grown up seeing—but few of us truly understand its history, meaning, or why it continues to unite an entire community. In this episode, community leader and Hosay historian Jameel Bisnath explains the origins of Hosay, the story of Imam Hussein, why St. James has become the largest Hosay community in the Western Hemisphere, and how a tradition rooted in mourning became one of Trinidad & Tobago’s great...