Ep. 15: "Preserving Caribbean Culture in NYC" (with Ray Martin)

Caribbean cultural events, gatherings, and venues in NYC seem to be under siege by outsiders. However, Jay has a raw and in-depth discussion about our internal forces that are working against itself with Ray Martin, Associate Director of Nightlife Industry and Community Relations. Listen as Ray talks bluntly about organizing, mobilizing and strengthening our Caribbean people as the power unit that we are, to protect our legacy for the future!   EPISODE 15: "Preserving Caribbean Culture In NYC."   Are Caribbean people really viewed as problematic and violent? Are we our worst enemy? Why do we not own major venues and spaces in NYC? Does the NYPD have a list of people in the Caribbean community that they target? Are WIADCA, party promoters, artistes and businesses really serving the Caribbean community or themselves? Ray Martin remembers James E. Davis and Carey Gabay as he talks passionately about making J'Ouvert and Labor Day in NYC safe for everyone.   Watch Jay's video to learn more about the J'Ouvert Labor Day Public Safety Initiative HERE.    "What's Playing In Jay's Head:" Jump by Bajan Soca King, Rupee.    What are your ideas towards preserving Caribbean culture in New York City? Use the hashtag #HeadwithJB and share your experience with us on social media.   DONATE TO IN MY HEAD HERE!   Get $5 OFF with code HeadwithJB on JAY BLESSED TEEs HERE.   Listen to IN MY HEAD with Jay Blessed on Apple Podcast, Google Play, Stitcher, TuneIn, Soundcloud or Spotify! PLEASE SUBSCRIBE, DOWNLOAD, SHARE, LEAVE A POSITIVE RATING AND COMMENT!  Click to follow and tag Jay Blessed on social media: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook. Make sure to visit her official website www.JayBlessed.com – "A Human Experience From A Caribbean Perspective."   In My Head Soundtrack by Venor Yard.  Jay Blessed Media & KSAP Production.