A One Par Podcast

Epizodes

• Don’t Miss Your Moment - A One Par Podcast S01E09 09.07.2026

  I wanted to have an honest conversation about recognizing the moments that can really change our lives. Inspired by Cabo Verde’s incredible World Cup run, I talk about why some opportunities are much bigger than they first appear and why being prepared matters just as much as talent. I also share my own experience of becoming Protoje’s creative director, what Valiant’s rise taught me about capitalizing on opportunity, and why I believe success often comes down to discernment, preparation, and taking action before the moment passes. Whether you’re building a business, creating art, or simply trying to move forward in life, I hope this conversation encourages you to recognize your moment and taking that action and stepTimestamps(00:00) Intro(02:00) Cabo Verde made the Moment(05:31) Recognizing a Moment(07:15) How I Became Protoje's Creative Director(10:02) Valiant seized his Moment(16:23) Luck Is Opportunity Meeting Preparedness(22:00) Stop Overthinking. Just Do It.(35:13) The Moment is OpenA One Par is a quick sitdown with me, Yannick Reid, where I share thoughts on creativity, technology, culture, and life in Jamaica from my unique and often nuanced perspective.Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/aoneparpodcastYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@AOneParPodcastEmail:aoneparpodcast@gmail.com
• I Don’t Feel Sorry For Men ft. Taylor Chung - A One Par Podcast S01E08 19.06.2026

  Welcoming my very first lady guest to the show! my close friend Taylor Chung. In this down to earth convo, we break down what it truly means to be a "girls' girl" and a feminist in the modern Jamaican landscape. We unpack everything from the toxicity of relationship standards on TikTok and Instagram to the hilarious realities of club culture, my town girl vs. country girl theory, and the strict boundaries required to keep platonic friendships alive when you enter a relationship.(00:00) Welcome Taylor Chung (02:13) What Does it Mean to Be a "Girls' Girl"? (08:08) Natural vs Learned Behavior (15:32) Why Women Can Feel Unpredictable (19:07) Men Behaving Like "Bad Bitches" (21:46) Chasing "Instagram Girls" and Materialism(29:02) Town Girls vs. Country Girls (32:01) Soft Life and Big Money (38:00) Social Media Lies (48:33) Can Men and Women Just Be Friends? (55:09) Red Flags & Boundaries (58:35) I'm Not Dating Another Jamaican Man (01:08:33) No Boys Allowed? (01:18:49) Platonic Gray Areas and Hidden Tension (01:33:52) Taylor Doesn't Exist OnlineA One Par is a quick sitdown with me, Yannick Reid, where I share thoughts on creativity, technology, culture, and life in Jamaica from my unique and often nuanced perspective.Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/aoneparpodcastYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@AOneParPodcastEmail:aoneparpodcast@gmail.com
• What Happened to Summer?- A One Par Podcast S01E07 05.06.2026

  School was done, your friends were outside, and there was always something new to get into. Somewhere along the way, that version of summer disappeared. We grew up, got jobs, got responsibilities, and before we knew it, summer became just another season on the calendar.In this episode of A One Par Podcast, I reflect on growing up in Jamaica, why adulthood changes our relationship with summer, how social media has made everything feel performative, and why so many hobbies eventually become side hustles. We also talk about productivity culture, community, work-life balance, and the importance of staying connected to the things we enjoy simply because they bring us joy.(00:00) Intro(01:45) What Happened to Summer?(07:21) Bring Back Hobbies(08:28) Performative Culture(13:00) Overproductivity(17:21) Hobbies Bring Freedom(23:16) Jamaicans Love to Hustle(26:16) We Need Community(35:04) Work-Life Balance(37:10) Community Is Not Convenient(40:04) Share Your HobbiesA One Par is a quick sitdown with me, Yannick Reid, where I share thoughts on creativity, technology, culture, and life in Jamaica from my unique and often nuanced perspective.Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/aoneparpodcastYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@AOneParPodcastEmail:aoneparpodcast@gmail.com
• Do Jamaicans Actually Listen to Music? ft. Fatalic - A One Par Podcast S01E06 22.05.2026

  In this episode, I sit down with DJ, creative and former Late Night Par co-host Fatalic for a deep conversation about Jamaican party culture, DJs, dancehall, soca and the way Jamaican audiences consume music.We talk about why some parties never “turn the corner,” the disconnect between DJs and patrons, why Jamaica can be such a difficult crowd, whether audiences truly want different music, and how dancehall has changed in the streaming era.(00:00) Intro Welcome Fatalic (03:11) DJ Misconceptions (08:18) DJs vs The People (13:00) How to "Turn The Corner" (20:15) DJ Chemistry (24:00) Yannick's Favourite DJs Right Now (25:23) Afro House? (28:00) Do Jamaicans Actually Listen to Music (29:42) Dancehall is Anti-Social (38:30) Do Jamaicans Want Different Music? (44:07) Why Jamaica is a Difficult Crowd (45:32) Intentional Party Culture (01:00:32) OutroA One Par is a quick sitdown with me, Yannick Reid, where I share thoughts on creativity, technology, culture, and life in Jamaica from my unique and often nuanced perspective.Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/aoneparpodcast?igsh=dm4xYjNqYTRsaWl6&utm_source=qrYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@AOneParPodcastEmail:aoneparpodcast@gmail.com
• Caribbean Culture Olympics - A One Par Podcast S01E05 12.05.2026

  I give my honest thoughts on iShowSpeed’s Caribbean tour, especially his stop in Jamaica, and why I think it was such a worthwhile and special moment for the Caribbean. I also talk about tourism, youth culture, and why staying open-minded and adaptable matters in a fast-changing digital age.Timestamps(00:00) Caribbean Culture Olympics (00:34) Who is iShowSpeed? (03:03) How Does it Work? (06:56) Why Should We Care? (11:31) Watching the Caribbean Tour Island by Island (15:00) Why It Felt Like the Caribbean Culture Olympics (25:01) Lead-up to the Jamaica Stream (26:11) Was I Involved? (32:11) The Jamaica Stream (35:43) Highlights and Standouts (36:39) Logistics — You Can't Speedrun Jamaica (44:13) Government Spending, Tourism, and Why It's Not Just Clout (50:19) Staying Curious, Open-Minded, and Adaptable (58:51) Closing Thoughts and Guest TeaseA One Par is a quick sitdown with host Yannick Reid, where he shares thoughts on creativity, technology, culture, and life in Jamaica from his unique and often nuanced perspective. Follow the Podcast Instagram: @aoneparpodcast - https://www.instagram.com/aoneparpodcastYoutube: A One Par Podcast - https://www.youtube.com/@AOneParPodcastEmail: aoneparpodcast@gmail.com
• Don’t Ghost The Client - A One Par Podcast S01E04 24.04.2026

  We're getting into something that's been on my mind for a minute: communication. Specifically, how creatives in Jamaica (and elsewhere) tend to go quiet exactly when they need to speak up the most.Talking about ghosting clients, missing deadlines without a word, and the anxiety that comes with having a difficult professional conversation. I've been in this industry for over 20 years, and I've hired creatives for the better part of ten, so I think I have a little idea of what I'm talking aboutWe also hit a few quick takes on Protoje's new album "The Art of Acceptance," Jamaica Carnival, and the dancehall vs soca conversation that never seems to go away.If you're a creative trying to figure out how to move more professionally, grab a seat, we dive in deep hereTimestamps(00:00) - Intro & Big Ups(00:26) - Protoje – The Art of Acceptance(01:42) - Guest Suggestions(03:04) - Jamaica Carnival Quick Takes(04:40) - Soca & Dancehall: Jamaica's Unique Offering(09:48) - Creatives & Communication in Jamaica(11:16) - We Communicate Well When Things Are Good(16:06) - Communicate the Problem(18:19) - Ghosting Is Worse Than Being Late(24:54) - Don't Out Yourself on a Technicality(26:29) - Communication Is a Responsibility(27:08) - Communication Creates a Paper Trail(28:01) - What You're Entitled To(30:31) - Handle Clients Who Won't Communicate(31:44) - Good Faith & Protecting Your Reputation(33:53) - Problem Solving With the Client(34:47) - Creatives, Communication & Anxiety(35:20) - Collaboration, Not Confrontation(36:14) - Actionable Advice(43:34) - OutroA One Par is a quick sitdown with host Yannick Reid, where he shares thoughts on creativity, technology, culture, and life in Jamaica from his unique and often nuanced perspective. Follow the Podcast Instagram: @aoneparpodcast YouTube: A One Par Podcast Email: aoneparpodcast@gmail.com
• AI, Creativity & Jamaica; My Honest Thoughts - A One Par Podcast S01E03 14.04.2026

  In this episode, I share my honest, nuanced take on how AI is affecting creativity in Jamaica and beyond. I talk through the biggest concerns I have, especially the environmental cost (energy, water, data centers) and the copyright plus ethical issues around models being trained on people’s work without permission. At the same time, I’m transparent about the ways I do use AI, mainly as a tool to support learning, problem-solving, and organizing my ideas, and how much it’s helped with my ADHD. I also talk about the “AI slop” trends and lazy creative habits that I’ve seen take root in Jamaica, and explain why I believe humans have to stay involved if we want our work to actually connect with people.(00:00) Intro(01:47) Let’s Talk AI(02:10) AI Is Sensitive, the Nuance(04:05) How I Use AI(05:13) Environmental & Copyright Concerns(10:24) Why I Still Use AI, Regulation, Efficiency, Hope(15:37) How AI Has Helped Me with ADHD(24:10) AI Is a Multiplier(40:08) AI Slop & Lazy Creativity(1:07:21) Closing Thoughts
• Reggae, Dancehall and The Streets - A One Par Podcast S01E02 27.03.2026

  In this episode of the Podcast, We explore the relationship between reggae, dancehall, and the "streets" from questions of class, authenticity, and cultural ownership to how “uptown” and inner-city identity shape the music. The conversation also expands into Jamaican event culture, looking at what really makes a party worthwhile, and the role patrons, DJs, and promoters play in creating the vibe.
• Trinidad Changed My Brain Chemistry - A One Par Podcast S01E01 13.03.2026

  Caribbean party energy, and cultural differences between Trinidad and Jamaica. I also discuss how a new affordable MacBook could impact the creator economy and explore the debate about whether reggae music has lost its sense of fun.