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PIVOTING IN THE NEW NORMAL: Why Are Y’all Not Pivoting? Nov 23, 2020

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PIVOTING IN THE NEW NORMAL: Why Are Y’all Not Pivoting?

New York is now in the second wave of the Coronavirus pandemic and entering lockdown phase. Schools are canceling activities, restaurants are closing by 10pm, and there are even more event restrictions. DysChick and SocaSaySo RANT about how some folks are hosting or attending large parties as though there’s no pandemic. We are confused.

Then we RAVE to “Chair” by KlasSik Frescobar.

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PIVOTING IN THE NEW NORMAL: Holidays Hit Different in 2020 Nov 16, 2020

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PIVOTING IN THE NEW NORMAL: Holidays Hit Different in 2020

By now, we would all be amped for holiday sales and spending time with family, but 2020 changed all of that. We are now in the second wave of the Coronavirus pandemic and there are new travel and socializing restrictions. DysChick and SocaSaySo fill you in on new developments and why many are struggling to get into the holiday spirit this year.

Then we RAVE to “Counting My Blessings” by Nadia Batson and Don Iko.

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PIVOTING IN THE NEW NORMAL: 2020 US Election Madness Nov 09, 2020

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PIVOTING IN THE NEW NORMAL: 2020 US Election Madness

Although this podcast was recorded before a presidential winner was announced, DysChick and SocaSaySo fill you in on some of the other results from the 2020 election. Find out what propositions were passed in California, how Florida continued to do Florida ish, and why Oregon is a freakin’ weird state.

Then we RAVE to “Far From Finished” by Trinidadian soca artiste Voice.

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PIVOTING IN THE NEW NORMAL: A Full RAVE Episode Nov 02, 2020

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PIVOTING IN THE NEW NORMAL: A Full RAVE Episode

With quarantine and elections making us anxious and sad, DysChick and SocaSaySo decided to spend a whole episode featuring tunes we’ve been vibing to recently. Check out what new music SocaSaySo is listening to and what’s on DysChick’s playlist.

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PIVOTING IN THE NEW NORMAL: How Kevin Crown Pivoted Oct 26, 2020

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PIVOTING IN THE NEW NORMAL: How Kevin Crown Pivoted

DysChick and SocaSaySo talk to New York’s most versatile deejay Kevin Crown about how he is adapting to quarantine life. Find out why he decided to do a daily morning show, his advice to other deejays and entrepreneurs, and why he says that we should not underestimate the power of “Palance.”

Then we RAVE to “Turn It Up” by Square One.

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PIVOTING IN THE NEW NORMAL: Sober Rant Oct 19, 2020

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PIVOTING IN THE NEW NORMAL: Sober Rant

DysChick and SocaSaySo do our own pivoting with a Sober RANT (as opposed to a Drunk Rant) about the latest global news. Hear our thoughts on the #ENDSARS movement, Cardi B back in the news, and why Brooklyn neighborhoods are once again on lockdown.

Then we RAVE to “Letter to Outside” by V’ghn and DJ Puffy.

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PIVOTING IN THE NEW NORMAL: You Should Be Afraid of COVID Oct 12, 2020

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PIVOTING IN THE NEW NORMAL: You Should Be Afraid of COVID

On October 5th, Donald Trump tweeted “Don’t be afraid of Covid. Don’t let it dominate your life.”

DysChick and SocaSaySo RANT with medical professional Dr. Renee about why this statement is not only incorrect, but dangerous, especially for people of color. Find out what to tell your school-age children, the one device that she recommends for virus prevention, and why she says Black people should absolutely be part of clinical trials.

Then we RAVE to “Dr. Cassandra” by Mighty Gabby.

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PIVOTING IN THE NEW NORMAL: DJ Private Ryan is Ready for 2021 Oct 05, 2020

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PIVOTING IN THE NEW NORMAL: DJ Private Ryan is Ready for 2021

DysChick and SocaSaySo RANT with deejay, producer, event organizer, DJ Private Ryan! Find out how his became the number one Caribbean music podcast in the world, why NYC promoters hate on his Soca Brainwash festival, and why he thinks the cancellation of Trinidad Carnival might actually be a good thing for artistes.

Then we RAVE to “Feel the Love” by Freetown Collective produced by DJ Private Ryan, Borderless Music, and Sheriff.

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PIVOTING IN THE NEW NORMAL: Artiste Management during COVID Sep 28, 2020

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Pivoting in the New Normal: Artiste Management during COVID

This season, we are talking about “Pivoting in the New Normal.” DysChick and SocaSaySo RANT with soca manager and co-founder of Mastamind Productions Natasha Andrews about how managers should be supporting their artistes while they are unable to tour or perform live. Find out how she got started, what drove her to work Lyrikal, and the message she has for her friend and business partner, DJ Mastamind.

Then we RAVE to “Drop That” by Lyrikal on the Saccharine Riddim produced by Mastamind Productions.

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PIVOTING IN THE NEW NORMAL: Why Virtual Carnivals Suck! Sep 21, 2020

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PIVOTING IN THE NEW NORMAL: Why Virtual Carnivals Suck!

In our new series “Pivoting in the New Normal,” DysChick and SocaSaySo RANT about why taking the road experience online is a challenge. Some associations did it really well and some left us feeling even more depressed as they offered no release from the quarantine doldrums. We share what we think are key learnings and best practices should we be forced to take Carnivals online again in 2021. Then we RAVE to “Sye pa mele” by EUK Soca Monarch Wetty Beatz.

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