Caribbean Content Creators

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As a content creator, the thing I struggle with the most is time management. I realised this particularly in 2024 when I set concrete goals. Two blog posts per week; Focus on YouTube; Publish 5 YouTube Shorts every week; One podcast episode per week. I set ambitious goals but didn't have a plan. As a family man with a full-time job, I know I need a plan. I need structure. Daily habits. Tools to help me organise my process. It's all new to me and I'm having a hard adjusting to structure and sitting down each morning, writing, recording, and editing videos and podcasts. Stopping to fulfil my paternal duties, and get things done around the house. I'm writing this on Monday 8th January, 2024. It's exactly 10:00 AM. Do I want to be writing this article? No. I don't. So, I've gone from being a content creator who approaches things willy-nilly to one who's seeking structure and trying to build a business, and my brain hurts. You know those headaches you get when you give up sugar and flour? Yeah. I've been walking around with that headache for two days. But! I'm getting things done. I want to share the things I'm doing to bring structure to my life as a content creator. 1. I've set goals. They're clear. They're concrete. Two blog posts per week: One on Monday at 8:00 AM; and one on Thursday at 8:00 AM. One podcast episode. Because these goals are concrete, I will know when I miss them. 2. Prioritise writing. As a YouTuber, I'm tempted to think in terms of video first. In 2024, writing is the priority. These articles become the stepping stone to YouTube Shorts, Podcast episodes and long-form videos. As I write new ideas spring up and I jot them down for later. Visit my website: https://potbake.com/

Today I want to talk to you about becoming a better content creator. I've been a writer and YouTuber since 2008, but I should warn you: it's only in 2024 that I committed to becoming a better content creator. I may not be the ideal guide. These are merely my thoughts, and how I go about things based on my gut and the articles I read. If you glean something, I'd be pleased to hear. You can reach me on Instagram or X @lyndonbaptiste. Know your audience. If you're still here, chances are you're a content creator who likes to read; or, if you despise reading, you're here because the information is important to you. While your audience probably loves you, ask yourself what are they looking for: Love? Nostalgia? A taste of Trinidad and Tobago? Or Grenada? Are they searching for scenic accommodations on a hillside in St Vincent? Or luxury, all-inclusive hotels? For me, the first step to becoming a better content creator is setting goals and sticking to them. For far too long I've done things willy-nilly. No clear goals. Nothing to aim at. No process. No business plan. No structure. Although I heard successful YouTubers and podcasters preach on the topic. For 2024 my goals are clear. Publish weekly: two blog posts; one podcast episode; at least one YouTube Shorts on weekdays; and one long-form video on Thursdays at 8:00 PM. Find good clients. I've set goals. My website: https://potbake.com/

As a content creator, how can I become a professional? Time: I need a schedule. Besides content creation, I have a job. I have a young family. Ideally, I want to spend time with my wife and children on weekends. if I have to work on Saturdays I will, but I don't work on Sundays. There. I know my boundaries. It’s important to know your boundaries. I need a schedule. One that involves writing, batch recording and editing every week; despite the “monotony”. Do what I need to do without complaining. Repeating tasks. Google Calendar will help. Focus: My focus is writing. As I write ideas spring up. I’ve chosen to focus on YouTube because it’s the only platform where I earn revenue as a Caribbean Content Creator. I’ve uninstalled Tik Tok, Facebook Pages and Instagram from my phone, and I’m already reaping the benefits. I’m a solo creator. To maintain focus I’m going to have to back off Understand what drives you. As a content creator I work fluidly when I share grassroots stories. Stories of hardworking people who are easily overlooked. Stories of people who are quietly working, quietly doing what they do without recognition. Recognition is important. When we recognise people and their work we lift something inside them that may not have moved in years. This drives me. My website: potbake.com Message me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lyndonbaptiste/

Today we are chatting with Bar Miztah, a Trinidadian YouTuber who creates reaction videos. In the podcast, we dive into his process of creating reaction videos. I was honestly blown away when I learned that he uses his phone. You can listen to the podcast on Spotify. Here are the Key takeaways. Caribbean Content Creators need to invest in themselves. To be taken seriously on the global stage be professional. Where necessary pay for programs and apps to access more features or, say, have an app's watermark removed from your videos. Give your best. Look at the competition. Get a better microphone. Up your game. Love what you do. Be yourself. Before creating a YouTube channel, Bar Miztah stumbled on reaction videos looking for songs. The content creators he looked at would break down bars in the song but he noticed that they would miss things. He pointed this out and his wife suggested that he do it himself. So he did. Everyone has different motivations to create, and that's fine but you must love what you do. Connect with Bar Miztah: https://www.youtube.com/@BarMiztah Read more: https://potbake.com/bar-miztah-on-how-to-make-music-reaction-videos-on-your-smartphone/

As a content creator I love collaborating with other content creators. I learn from the interaction and realise that I'm not alone, that there's a community of content creators thinking about the things I think about and struggling with the things I struggle with. Collaboration allows you to explore uncharted territory. ollaboration allows for a broader reach. Recently I collaborated with "Life in Grande".Lessons learned1. Establish your purposeWhen we meet Crystal is wearing a branded jersey. Laser focus. She sees herself as a photographer first.Introduce who you are and establish your purpose.Making people comfortable before taking their pictures.Establishing your purpose also involves clarifying misconceptions. For instance, a fish vendor asked is Life in Grande to promote business? No. Life in Grande is about people. It's easier to approach street vendors. BUY IN is important.2. On Imposter syndrome"Imposter syndrome is the internal psychological experience of feeling like a phony in some area of your life, despite any success that you have achieved in that area." Read more on my website: https://potbake.com/

In episode 039 I highlighted 11 content creator goals for 2024. One was to raise money for Farmer Harry to travel from Trinidad to Antigua. It looked like a distant dream until Suzy's Roti Parlour from Brooklyn, New York, showed up. Link with Suzy's Roti Parlour: http://www.suzysroti.com/ The trip to Antigua: Income Report

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As a content creator who wants to achieve success, you have a responsibility to do a little bit every day. I was writing an article for Caribbean Content Creators when my four-year-old daughter walked in and picked up a novella I wrote in 2007. Here's what I hope is an inspiring exchange that sums up our creative journey and responsibility Visit my blog: https://potbake.com

I’m not in the habit of setting goals. I trust my instinct. For the most part, I wing it. Since 2008 I’ve been winging it as a self-published writer and a YouTuber. I write when I feel like it; record when I feel like it; publish when I feel I like it. Not accountable to anyone, including myself. I guess that makes me an amateur. Right? I want to approach 2024 differently. Set goals. Consistent posting schedules. Commit. Hit them. As you read the goals I’ve outlined please bear in mind that, for the most part, instinct is driving me, and the knowledge of my audience. Hopefully, some of the items can help you on your journey. 4 of my 11 goals are: Understand my audience and genre more. I’m a lifestyle vlogger from Trinidad. I like dark humour, human interest stories and political satire. Through surveys, comments and offline interactions I’m building a clearer picture of what I like versus what my audience wants. Are you considering your audience? Learn more. Read more. Listen to more useful podcasts. Learn from and engage my peers more. Peers like Juma Bannister from Trinidad who produces an extremely useful podcast named Useful Content. Write more. Publish 2 blog posts every week. One on Monday and Thursday at 8:00 AM sharp. Writing is the foundation on which EVERYTHING else is based. Here’s my thinking. If I write more, I’ll generate more ideas. By publishing 2 articles weekly I’ll keep the website fresh. And each article is a potential podcast episode. Select 2 social media platforms and stick to them. I’m hedging my bets on YouTube and… X formerly Twitter. YouTube for video: shorts, long-form and live streams. Although YouTube is a powerful search engine, I know it’s going to be hard to stick to one platform for video. Here’s why: on my Tik Tok and Facebook page, my videos often achieve viral success. But here’s the thing. As a solo creator, it’s impossible to engage with followers in multiple places. Plus my Tik Tok isn’t monetised; neither is Facebook. As a content creator from the Caribbean I haven’t figured out how to monetise either, and there’s little evidence that suggests viewers who discovered my videos on Tik Tok and Facebook jumped across to my YouTube channel which is monetised. Why X? So I can stay abreast of conversations specific to my genre. Publish AT LEAST one YouTube shorts every day. I love creating videos that are under a minute long. Whether it’s political satire, a segment from a podcast, or a family vlog with a voiceover. When it comes to building an audience my most popular short has so far brought in 147 subscribers. More importantly though the time constraint challenges my writing and editing skills. Read the full article here: https://potbake.com/im-a-caribbean-content-creator-here-are-my-10-goals-for-2024/

Rendelina (Rendel + Melina) is a married couple who enjoy life, food and value for their dollar. In this episode we chat about their backstory, their partnership with Mobil, gear, merchandise and what 2024 holds in store for them. Connect with Rendelina on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rendelinareviews/ Connect with Rendelina on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rendelina_reviews/ Connect with Rendelina on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rendelinareviews Connect with Rendelina on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rendelina_reviews

What happens behind the scenes as a content creator in Trinidad and Tobago when you're trying to balance creativity and making a living. 👉 Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/lyndonbaptiste 👉 My website: https://potbake.com/ 👉 Living in T & T? Order my books: https://forms.gle/Mh2PtEwJqfnsXAiG8 My books are on Amazon.com: 👉 90 Days of Violence: https://amzn.to/3he61Vz 👉 oOh My Testicles!: https://amzn.to/2RbfvGe 👉 Boy Days: https://amzn.to/3ildxPy 👉 Men and Misfits: https://amzn.to/3ilebwz 👉 The Ghost of Caura: https://amzn.to/3fwLHAT 👉 Podcast: https://spoti.fi/3W5r7Ko 👉 Recommend a guest: https://forms.gle/MvGnJixwZZfqCmwk6 My gear: Rode Rodecaster Pro II: https://amzn.to/3kvh6IV Rode Podmic Cardioid Dynamic Mic: https://amzn.to/3wr3t0m PodMic Pop Filter Foam Cover: https://amzn.to/3ZUwn6r DS7200B Adjustable Desktop Microphone Stand: https://amzn.to/3ZVlBNe

Recently a classmate invited me to talk to young entrepreneurs on how technology enables content creators to identify and capitalize on new opportunities. In preparing for the discussion I recorded a podcast.

In this episode I list Caribbean Content Creators I'd love to chat with. The list includes David Rudder; Super Blue; Rachel Price; Lingo; Akash Samaroo.

Today we're chatting with Shaun Alexander, a co-founder at Foodie Nation about the platform's story, monetisation, why content creators need to start thinking about themselves as a business, and how to negotiate sponsored content. Subscribe to Foodie Nation: https://www.youtube.com/@FoodieNation Connect with Shaun Alexander: https://www.instagram.com/justshauntt/

Today we're chatting with Robert R. Gibson, a poet from Barbados, about his experience as a poet, editor and independent book publisher, and how he uses social media to promote his publishing company.Robert is a member of the League of Extraordinary Poets in Barbados, and he's also known as Passion Poet. His poems have received recognition at the National Independence Festival of Creative Arts (NIFCA), Barbados' national arts festival. In 2011, his poems "Luscious," "Rain," and "Goblet" all received awards, with "Luscious" winning a silver award and "Rain" and "Goblet" winning bronze. Passion was also awarded the Most Promising Poet of the Year award. Connect with Robert Gibson: https://www.instagram.com/passionate.words.editing246/

On November 1st 2022, I launched a podcast for Caribbean Content Creators. In this episode I reflect on my development, repurposing content, monetizing your podcast as a YouTuber and content creator; and planning interviews. 👉 Visit ⁠https://www.designbyspirit.com/⁠ 👉 Connect with Christophe on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/designbyspirit/⁠ 👉 Recommend a guest: https://forms.gle/MvGnJixwZZfqCmwk6 👉 Living in T & T? Order my books: https://forms.gle/Mh2PtEwJqfnsXAiG8 My books are on Amazon.com: 👉 90 Days of Violence: https://amzn.to/3he61Vz 👉 oOh My Testicles!: https://amzn.to/2RbfvGe 👉 Boy Days: https://amzn.to/3ildxPy 👉 Men and Misfits: https://amzn.to/3ilebwz 👉 The Ghost of Caura: https://amzn.to/3fwLHAT My gear: Logitech HD Pro Webcam C920: https://amzn.to/3IczHSx FIFINE USB Microphone: https://amzn.to/3SbO6my Rode Rodecaster Pro II: https://amzn.to/3kvh6IV Rode Podmic Cardioid Dynamic Mic: https://amzn.to/3wr3t0m PodMic Pop Filter Foam Cover: https://amzn.to/3ZUwn6r DS7200B Adjustable Desktop Microphone Stand: https://amzn.to/3ZVlBNe

Today we're talking to Rhea-Simone Auguste or "Simmy De Trini", a content creator, comedian, MC and radio presenter. Today I hope to learn about her work as a comedian, her creative process and the business of comedy in Trinidad and Tobago. Connect with Simmy De Trini: https://www.facebook.com/SimmydeTrini

Today we're talking to Vince Warnock about podcasting and the work that goes into preparing for an interview. Vince is an author, marketing strategist, and host of Chasing the Insights. He's been presented with numerous awards and is part of the Fearless 50, a program designed by Adobe to recognize the top 50 marketers in the world who drive bold fearless marketing and digital transformation. On his podcast, he talks to the biggest and brightest minds in marketing, sales, and entrepreneurship. Get "ChatGPT For Marketers" by Vince Warnock: https://amzn.to/3HZgzIo Listen to Chasing the Insights Podcast: https://chasingtheinsights.com/podcast/

Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to another episode of Caribbean Content Creators! Today, we're joined by a man who knows how to keep the party going all night long. He's a Caribbean DJ and producer hailing all the way from Trinidad and Tobago. With over two million downloads on his Soundcloud channel and podcast, he's been serving up some seriously fire beats and getting audiences grooving to his rhythm. Whether you're a YouTuber, TikToker, or Instagrammer, or Instagrammer you're in for a treat. Let's dive into the world of DJ KiddFrost and learn more about his creative process, personal development, and his tips for growing and monetizing your content. Oh. We also talk about the dark dreary road of creative burnout. Link with DJ KiddFrost: https://lnk.bio/djkiddfrost 👉 Recommend a guest: ⁠https://forms.gle/MvGnJixwZZfqCmwk6⁠ 👉 Living in T & T? Order my books: ⁠https://forms.gle/Mh2PtEwJqfnsXAiG8⁠ My books are on Amazon.com: 👉 90 Days of Violence: ⁠https://amzn.to/3he61Vz⁠ 👉 oOh My Testicles!: ⁠https://amzn.to/2RbfvGe⁠ 👉 Boy Days: ⁠https://amzn.to/3ildxPy⁠ 👉 Men and Misfits: ⁠https://amzn.to/3ilebwz⁠ 👉 The Ghost of Caura: ⁠https://amzn.to/3fwLHAT⁠ My gear: Logitech HD Pro Webcam C920: https://amzn.to/3IczHSx FIFINE USB Microphone: https://amzn.to/3SbO6my Rode Rodecaster Pro II: https://amzn.to/3kvh6IV Rode Podmic Cardioid Dynamic Mic: https://amzn.to/3wr3t0m PodMic Pop Filter Foam Cover: https://amzn.to/3ZUwn6r DS7200B Adjustable Desktop Microphone Stand: https://amzn.to/3ZVlBNe

In this episode of Caribbean Content Creators we're chatting with Christophe Pierre about branding for content creators. Branding includes elements of character, content, and consistency. We also dive into different types of content creators can post for a holistic strategy: behind-the-scenes; educational; personal; promotional; and inspirational. designbyspirit.com is a creatively passionate team that uses visual tools to solve problems, build brands and on good days, save the world. 👉 Visit https://www.designbyspirit.com/ 👉 Connect with Christophe on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/designbyspirit/ 👉 Recommend a guest: https://forms.gle/MvGnJixwZZfqCmwk6 👉 Living in T & T? Order my books: https://forms.gle/Mh2PtEwJqfnsXAiG8 My books are on Amazon.com: 👉 90 Days of Violence: https://amzn.to/3he61Vz 👉 oOh My Testicles!: https://amzn.to/2RbfvGe 👉 Boy Days: https://amzn.to/3ildxPy 👉 Men and Misfits: https://amzn.to/3ilebwz 👉 The Ghost of Caura: https://amzn.to/3fwLHAT My gear: Logitech HD Pro Webcam C920: https://amzn.to/3IczHSx FIFINE USB Microphone: https://amzn.to/3SbO6my Rode Rodecaster Pro II: https://amzn.to/3kvh6IV Rode Podmic Cardioid Dynamic Mic: https://amzn.to/3wr3t0m PodMic Pop Filter Foam Cover: https://amzn.to/3ZUwn6r DS7200B Adjustable Desktop Microphone Stand: https://amzn.to/3ZVlBNe

In this episode of Caribbean Content Creators we talk to Joey Temal, a technician and appliance repairman from Trinidad and Tobago, about how he streamlines his business using apps like WhatsApp, Google Forms, Tik Toks; branding; monetization; and finding creative solutions for seemingly boring products. Connect with Joey on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fixorfling Connect with Joey on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@fixorfling7032 👉 Recommend a guest: https://forms.gle/MvGnJixwZZfqCmwk6 👉 Living in T & T? Order my books: https://forms.gle/Mh2PtEwJqfnsXAiG8 My books are on Amazon.com: 👉 90 Days of Violence: https://amzn.to/3he61Vz 👉 oOh My Testicles!: https://amzn.to/2RbfvGe 👉 Boy Days: https://amzn.to/3ildxPy 👉 Men and Misfits: https://amzn.to/3ilebwz 👉 The Ghost of Caura: https://amzn.to/3fwLHAT My gear: Logitech HD Pro Webcam C920: https://amzn.to/3IczHSx FIFINE USB Microphone: https://amzn.to/3SbO6my Rode Rodecaster Pro II: https://amzn.to/3kvh6IV Rode Podmic Cardioid Dynamic Mic: https://amzn.to/3wr3t0m PodMic Pop Filter Foam Cover: https://amzn.to/3ZUwn6r DS7200B Adjustable Desktop Microphone Stand: https://amzn.to/3ZVlBNe

It's important for content creators to improve their video production and editing skills. As I approach 10,000 YouTube subscribers, we're talking about establishing shots, shooting with editing in mind, and how I organise my project folders, music, sfx etc. 👉 Recommend a guest: https://forms.gle/MvGnJixwZZfqCmwk6 👉 Living in T & T? Order my books: https://forms.gle/Mh2PtEwJqfnsXAiG8 My books are on Amazon.com: 👉 90 Days of Violence: https://amzn.to/3he61Vz 👉 oOh My Testicles!: https://amzn.to/2RbfvGe 👉 Boy Days: https://amzn.to/3ildxPy 👉 Men and Misfits: https://amzn.to/3ilebwz 👉 The Ghost of Caura: https://amzn.to/3fwLHAT My gear: Logitech HD Pro Webcam C920: https://amzn.to/3IczHSx FIFINE USB Microphone: https://amzn.to/3SbO6my Rode Rodecaster Pro II: https://amzn.to/3kvh6IV Rode Podmic Cardioid Dynamic Mic: https://amzn.to/3wr3t0m PodMic Pop Filter Foam Cover: https://amzn.to/3ZUwn6r DS7200B Adjustable Desktop Microphone Stand: https://amzn.to/3ZVlBNe

In this episode of Caribbean Content Creators we chat with two amazing YouTubers, Lance and Louise from Trinidad. We chat about inspiration, their first YouTube video, and how "appreciation" influences their content creation strategy. Connect with Lance and Louise on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LanceandLouisefromTrinidad Get The 5 love languages: https://amzn.to/3KjqDNW 👉 Sign up for my web design bootcamp: ⁠⁠https://potbake.com/courses/⁠⁠👉 Living in T & T? Order my books: https://forms.gle/Mh2PtEwJqfnsXAiG8 My books are on Amazon.com:👉 90 Days of Violence: https://amzn.to/3he61Vz👉 oOh My Testicles!: https://amzn.to/2RbfvGe👉 Boy Days: https://amzn.to/3ildxPy👉 Men and Misfits: https://amzn.to/3ilebwz👉 The Ghost of Caura: https://amzn.to/3fwLHAT👉 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/lyndonbaptiste👉 Podcast: https://spoti.fi/3W5r7Ko👉 Recommend a guest: https://forms.gle/MvGnJixwZZfqCmwk6My gear:Logitech HD Pro Webcam C920: https://amzn.to/3IczHSxFIFINE USB Microphone: https://amzn.to/3SbO6myRode Rodecaster Pro II: https://amzn.to/3kvh6IVRode Podmic Cardioid Dynamic Mic: https://amzn.to/3wr3t0mPodMic Pop Filter Foam Cover: https://amzn.to/3ZUwn6rDS7200B Adjustable Desktop Microphone Stand: https://amzn.to/3ZVlBNe

In this episode of Caribbean Content Creators we talk about a free software that content creators can use to level up their livestreams and offline recordings. 👉 Sign up for my web design bootcamp: ⁠⁠https://potbake.com/courses/⁠⁠👉 Living in T & T? Order my books: https://forms.gle/Mh2PtEwJqfnsXAiG8My books are on Amazon.com:👉 90 Days of Violence: https://amzn.to/3he61Vz👉 oOh My Testicles!: https://amzn.to/2RbfvGe👉 Boy Days: https://amzn.to/3ildxPy👉 Men and Misfits: https://amzn.to/3ilebwz👉 The Ghost of Caura: https://amzn.to/3fwLHAT👉 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/lyndonbaptiste👉 Podcast: https://spoti.fi/3W5r7Ko👉 Recommend a guest: https://forms.gle/MvGnJixwZZfqCmwk6My gear:Logitech HD Pro Webcam C920: https://amzn.to/3IczHSxFIFINE USB Microphone: https://amzn.to/3SbO6myRode Rodecaster Pro II: https://amzn.to/3kvh6IVRode Podmic Cardioid Dynamic Mic: https://amzn.to/3wr3t0mPodMic Pop Filter Foam Cover: https://amzn.to/3ZUwn6rDS7200B Adjustable Desktop Microphone Stand: https://amzn.to/3ZVlBNe

In this episode we talk with YouTuber named “Trini Style with Dinesh” about his YouTube journey, gear, editing software, and his struggles to get monetized as a food vlogger from the Caribbean. Connect with Trini Style with Dinesh On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@trinistylewithdinesh On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063623017426 Vid's Kitchen: https://www.facebook.com/Vidsfriedchicken How to monetize YouTube in Trinidad (and perhaps the Caribbean): https://youtu.be/7Qql7sr01SE 👉 Living in T & T? Order my books: https://forms.gle/Mh2PtEwJqfnsXAiG8 My books are on Amazon.com:👉 90 Days of Violence: https://amzn.to/3he61Vz👉 oOh My Testicles!: https://amzn.to/2RbfvGe👉 Boy Days: https://amzn.to/3ildxPy👉 Men and Misfits: https://amzn.to/3ilebwz👉 The Ghost of Caura: https://amzn.to/3fwLHAT👉 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/lyndonbaptiste 👉 Podcast: https://spoti.fi/3W5r7Ko👉 Recommend a guest: https://forms.gle/MvGnJixwZZfqCmwk6 My gear:Logitech HD Pro Webcam C920: https://amzn.to/3IczHSxFIFINE USB Microphone: https://amzn.to/3SbO6myRode Rodecaster Pro II: https://amzn.to/3kvh6IVRode Podmic Cardioid Dynamic Mic: https://amzn.to/3wr3t0mPodMic Pop Filter Foam Cover: https://amzn.to/3ZUwn6rDS7200B Adjustable Desktop Microphone Stand: https://amzn.to/3ZVlBNe

Ishmael Baig is a seasoned Digital Marketing professional with expertise in branding, consulting, and course development. With over 7 years of experience in the field, he has worked with a diverse range of clients, both locally and internationally, including Chief Brand Products, Mr. Spiceno, Old Mac, Trini Cooking with Natasha, Spices of the Realm, and The Trini Sriracha Sauce. He also has a successful track record of teaching and consulting, having instructed over 150 students and facilitated 300+ course purchases. Additionally, he holds a Digital Marketer.com certification. He is passionate about helping businesses improve their sales through the use of digital tools and strategies, and has designed a variety of courses to educate individuals on the basics of marketing, branding, and digital tools. In addition to his professional pursuits, Ishmael is also an entrepreneur, with plans to launch his own brands on Amazon and in the local market. Through his dedication and expertise, he has successfully built these ventures into profitable enterprises that generate significant revenue. 👉 Get The Pricing Strategy Playbook: https://www.thepricingstrategyplaybook.com/ With The Pricing Strategy Playbook, you will learn how to set prices that are competitive, yet still allow you to earn a healthy profit. You will discover the key factors that influence pricing, and how to use them to your advantage. This book will help you understand your customers' buying behavior and what drives them to make a purchase. 👉 Recommend a guest: https://forms.gle/MvGnJixwZZfqCmwk6 👉 Living in T & T? Order my books: https://forms.gle/Mh2PtEwJqfnsXAiG8 My books are on Amazon.com: 👉 90 Days of Violence: https://amzn.to/3he61Vz 👉 oOh My Testicles!: https://amzn.to/2RbfvGe 👉 Boy Days: https://amzn.to/3ildxPy 👉 Men and Misfits: https://amzn.to/3ilebwz 👉 The Ghost of Caura: https://amzn.to/3fwLHAT My gear: Logitech HD Pro Webcam C920: https://amzn.to/3IczHSx FIFINE USB Microphone: https://amzn.to/3SbO6my Rode Rodecaster Pro II: https://amzn.to/3kvh6IV Rode Podmic Cardioid Dynamic Mic: https://amzn.to/3wr3t0m PodMic Pop Filter Foam Cover: https://amzn.to/3ZUwn6r DS7200B Adjustable Desktop Microphone Stand: https://amzn.to/3ZVlBNe

#18 Recently I went walking around a park, and looking at different groups I put into perspective something I've ignored as a content creator: community and target audience. 👉 Living in T & T? Order my books: https://forms.gle/Mh2PtEwJqfnsXAiG8 My books are on Amazon.com: 👉 90 Days of Violence: https://amzn.to/3he61Vz 👉 oOh My Testicles!: https://amzn.to/2RbfvGe 👉 Boy Days: https://amzn.to/3ildxPy 👉 Men and Misfits: https://amzn.to/3ilebwz 👉 The Ghost of Caura: https://amzn.to/3fwLHAT 👉 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/lyndonbaptiste 👉 Podcast: https://spoti.fi/3W5r7Ko 👉 Recommend a guest: https://forms.gle/MvGnJixwZZfqCmwk6 My gear: Logitech HD Pro Webcam C920: https://amzn.to/3IczHSx FIFINE USB Microphone: https://amzn.to/3SbO6my Rode Rodecaster Pro II: https://amzn.to/3kvh6IV Rode Podmic Cardioid Dynamic Mic: https://amzn.to/3wr3t0m PodMic Pop Filter Foam Cover: https://amzn.to/3ZUwn6r DS7200B Adjustable Desktop Microphone Stand: https://amzn.to/3ZVlBNe

Today we're talking to pointboy12 (Brian Ramsey) about his YouTube journey to 6,000 subscribers and over 1 million views. His channel is dedicated to outdoor activities in the Caribbean and features beaches, rivers, bird watching, and street food of Trinidad and Tobago. His videos that feature Caribbean-Christmas Houses have accumulated over 200k views. 👉 Subscribe to pointboy12: https://www.youtube.com/@pointboy12 👉 Street Food and More Street Food Trinidad: https://youtu.be/boZ1fRPSnG4 👉 Visit Outdoors Trinidad: https://www.trinoutdoors.com/ 👉 Visit Caribbean Outdoor Life: https://www.caribbeanoutdoorlife.com/ 👉 Recommend a guest: https://forms.gle/MvGnJixwZZfqCmwk6 👉 Living in T & T? Order my books: https://forms.gle/Mh2PtEwJqfnsXAiG8 My books are on Amazon.com: 👉 90 Days of Violence: https://amzn.to/3he61Vz 👉 oOh My Testicles!: https://amzn.to/2RbfvGe 👉 Boy Days: https://amzn.to/3ildxPy 👉 Men and Misfits: https://amzn.to/3ilebwz 👉 The Ghost of Caura: https://amzn.to/3fwLHAT My gear: Logitech HD Pro Webcam C920: https://amzn.to/3IczHSx FIFINE USB Microphone: https://amzn.to/3SbO6my Rode Rodecaster Pro II: https://amzn.to/3kvh6IV Rode Podmic Cardioid Dynamic Mic: https://amzn.to/3wr3t0m PodMic Pop Filter Foam Cover: https://amzn.to/3ZUwn6r DS7200B Adjustable Desktop Microphone Stand: https://amzn.to/3ZVlBNe

Today we're talking with Sean Young Wing a musician, photographer, and YouTuber from Trinidad. I'm hoping that at the end of this discussion, we know everything about recording and publishing, distributing, and marketing a song in Trinidad and Tobago. Looking for audio, photo, or video services? Connect with SYW Media: https://www.sywmedia.com/ Connect with SYW Media on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SYWMedia Connect with Tie Dye Kitty: https://www.youtube.com/@TieDyeKitty Listen to Tie Dye Kitty on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3jMBIfN Connect with me on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lyndonbaptiste 👉 Living in T & T? Order my books: https://forms.gle/Mh2PtEwJqfnsXAiG8 My books are on Amazon.com: 👉 90 Days of Violence: https://amzn.to/3he61Vz 👉 oOh My Testicles!: https://amzn.to/2RbfvGe 👉 Boy Days: https://amzn.to/3ildxPy 👉 Men and Misfits: https://amzn.to/3ilebwz 👉 The Ghost of Caura: https://amzn.to/3fwLHAT 👉 Recommend a guest: https://forms.gle/MvGnJixwZZfqCmwk6 My gear: Rode Rodecaster Pro II: https://amzn.to/3kvh6IV Rode Podmic Cardioid Dynamic Mic: https://amzn.to/3wr3t0m PodMic Pop Filter Foam Cover: https://amzn.to/3ZUwn6r DS7200B Adjustable Desktop Microphone Stand: https://amzn.to/3ZVlBNe

Reaping What you Sow is a YouTuber from Trinidad and Tobago.  One of his goals is to build a community that has a passion for agriculture and a love for sharing knowledge and resources that will encourage food stability for all. It's January 2022 and at the time of this recording, he has 639 subscribers. Today we're talking about his YouTube journey, his goals, and the strategies that will take him there. Connect with Reaping What You Sow: https://www.youtube.com/@ReapingWhatYouSow 👉 Living in T & T? Order my books: https://forms.gle/Mh2PtEwJqfnsXAiG8 My books are on Amazon.com: 👉 90 Days of Violence: https://amzn.to/3he61Vz 👉 oOh My Testicles!: https://amzn.to/2RbfvGe 👉 Boy Days: https://amzn.to/3ildxPy 👉 Men and Misfits: https://amzn.to/3ilebwz 👉 The Ghost of Caura: https://amzn.to/3fwLHAT 👉 Recommend a guest: https://forms.gle/MvGnJixwZZfqCmwk6 My gear: Rode Rodecaster Pro II: https://amzn.to/3kvh6IV Rode Podmic Cardioid Dynamic Mic: https://amzn.to/3wr3t0m PodMic Pop Filter Foam Cover: https://amzn.to/3ZUwn6r DS7200B Adjustable Desktop Microphone Stand: https://amzn.to/3ZVlBNe

Today we're talking about the things that make your life harder as a content creator, and what you can do to ease the burden and enhance your creativity.  Connect with me on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lyndonbaptiste 👉 Living in T & T? Order my books: https://forms.gle/Mh2PtEwJqfnsXAiG8 My books are on Amazon.com: 👉 90 Days of Violence: https://amzn.to/3he61Vz 👉 oOh My Testicles!: https://amzn.to/2RbfvGe 👉 Boy Days: https://amzn.to/3ildxPy 👉 Men and Misfits: https://amzn.to/3ilebwz 👉 The Ghost of Caura: https://amzn.to/3fwLHAT 👉 Recommend a guest: https://forms.gle/MvGnJixwZZfqCmwk6 My gear: Rode Rodecaster Pro II: https://amzn.to/3kvh6IV Rode Podmic Cardioid Dynamic Mic: https://amzn.to/3wr3t0m PodMic Pop Filter Foam Cover: https://amzn.to/3ZUwn6r DS7200B Adjustable Desktop Microphone Stand: https://amzn.to/3ZVlBNe

Kevin Jared Hosein is an award-winning writer from Trinidad. In 2015, he was the Caribbean regional winner of the Commonwealth Short Story Competition. In 2018 he won the prize with a story named Passage. It's a compelling story written in Creole. To date, he's published three books. His first novel The Repenters was long-listed for the 2017 OCM Bocas award. His upcoming novel, Hungry Ghosts, is slated for publication as a major lead title in 2023 by Bloomsbury Publishing. Bloomsbury is the same publishing house that published the Harry Potter Books. In this episode we talk about self-publishing, winning the Commonwealth Short Story Competition, and writing in Trinidad Creole. Kevin Jared Hosein's books are on Amazon: 👉 Littletown Secrets: https://amzn.to/3ZWRXak 👉 The Repenters: https://amzn.to/3XPSiKk 👉 The Beast of Kukuyo: https://amzn.to/3XPSp8I 👉 Hungry Ghosts: A Novel: https://amzn.to/405xKiS 👉 Read Passage: https://granta.com/passage/ Connect with Portia Subran Artistry: https://www.facebook.com/SubranArt/ Connect with me: 👉 My website: https://www.potbake.com 👉 Order my books: https://forms.gle/Mh2PtEwJqfnsXAiG8 👉  Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/383fVux My books are on Amazon: 👉 90 Days of Violence: https://amzn.to/3he61Vz 👉 oOh My Testicles!: https://amzn.to/2RbfvGe 👉 Boy Days: https://amzn.to/3ildxPy 👉 Men and Misfits: https://amzn.to/3ilebwz 👉 The Ghost of Caura: https://amzn.to/3fwLHAT

#12 Recently on Clubhouse, I met a content creator from Trinidad, and when I asked him what he was up to, he said, "I'm trying to make a living while being passionate about my work". His words left an impression on me. Because although content creation is a side hustle for me. there are things I'd love to accomplish, things that cost money like sending Farmer Harry to Antigua. Farmer Harry is a farmer who lives off-grid in Trinidad, and he has his own YouTube channel. And sometimes, to make money, it feels like, we have to move away from the things we're passionate about, like writing, singing, and painting. Today we're talking about ways to boost passion and make a living as a content creator. Join the Caribbean Content Creators Clubhouse: https://bit.ly/3DpDgmw Sean Young Wing is an Audio Engineer, He's worked on international stages with Evanescence, Maroon 5, and Michael Bolton. 👉 Connect with Sean on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TieDyeKitty Reaping What You Sow has a passion for agriculture and a love for sharing knowledge that encourages food stability for all. Connect with Reaping What You Sow on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/reapingwhatyousow 👉 Living in T & T? Order my books: https://forms.gle/Mh2PtEwJqfnsXAiG8 My books are on Amazon.com: 👉 90 Days of Violence: https://amzn.to/3he61Vz 👉 oOh My Testicles!: https://amzn.to/2RbfvGe 👉 Boy Days: https://amzn.to/3ildxPy 👉 Men and Misfits: https://amzn.to/3ilebwz 👉 The Ghost of Caura: https://amzn.to/3fwLHAT 👉 Podcast: https://spoti.fi/3W5r7Ko 👉 Recommend a guest: https://forms.gle/MvGnJixwZZfqCmwk6 My gear: Rode Rodecaster Pro II: https://amzn.to/3kvh6IV Rode Podmic Cardioid Dynamic Mic: https://amzn.to/3wr3t0m PodMic Pop Filter Foam Cover: https://amzn.to/3ZUwn6r DS7200B Adjustable Desktop Microphone Stand: https://amzn.to/3ZVlBNe

Trinbago Vibes is a YouTuber who hit 10,000 subscribers in January 2023. His bio describes him as an island dude wishing to showcase Trinidad and Tobago, Two islands, One Nation, a Multicultural society of people representing the Red, White and Black.   He joined YouTube on 29 Mar 2020, and as of the time of this recording, his videos have amassed 2 million views. On his channel, you'll find things to do in sweet T & T, stuff to eat, food battles, and places to visit. In this episode, we talk about his day job, creative process, thoughts on sponsorship and the future of Trinbago Vibes. 👉 Connect with Trinbago Vibes: https://www.youtube.com/@TrinbagoVibes 👉 Connect with Julia Mayn: https://www.youtube.com/@JuliaMayn 👉 Living in T & T? Order my books: https://forms.gle/Mh2PtEwJqfnsXAiG8 My books are on Amazon.com: 👉 90 Days of Violence: https://amzn.to/3he61Vz 👉 oOh My Testicles!: https://amzn.to/2RbfvGe 👉 Boy Days: https://amzn.to/3ildxPy 👉 Men and Misfits: https://amzn.to/3ilebwz 👉 The Ghost of Caura: https://amzn.to/3fwLHAT 👉 Recommend a guest: https://forms.gle/MvGnJixwZZfqCmwk6 My gear: Rode Rodecaster Pro II: https://amzn.to/3kvh6IV Rode Podmic Cardioid Dynamic Mic: https://amzn.to/3wr3t0m PodMic Pop Filter Foam Cover: https://amzn.to/3ZUwn6r DS7200B Adjustable Desktop Microphone Stand: https://amzn.to/3ZVlBNe

If you're a business owner or content creator, and you're interested in building long-term relationships with customers and employees through useful, video, photography and live-streaming content, this episode is for you. Today we're talking to Juma Bannister. Juma is a husband, father, and content creator. In 2007, he became the first Trinidadian and the first Caribbean-born, Caribbean-based photographer to be accepted into the Wedding Photojournalist Association. In 2010 he received an award for a subtle but meaningful wedding photograph. Juma is also a Creative Director at Relate Studios in  Trinidad and Tobago. Relate is a strategic marketing and production company that helps Caribbean businesses build long-term relationships with customers and employees using useful, video, photography, and live-streaming content. He's on LinkedIn, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, posting useful content about making videos, how-to videos, videos about lighting, using ring lights, and building brand identity. Over the past 2 years he has created over 500 pieces of content including more than 400 videos and hosted over 75 episodes of his live show; The Useful Content Creation show, where he interviews content practitioners and creators from all around the world. Today Juma is going to talk to us about the Useful Content Framework, which is an approach that businesses could use to create content that connects. 👉 Connect with Juma Bannister on LinkedIn: https://www.facebook.com/errolfabien 👉 Relate Studios: https://relatestudios.com/ 👉 My website: https://www.potbake.com 👉 Order my books: https://forms.gle/Mh2PtEwJqfnsXAiG8 👉  Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/383fVux My books are on Amazon 👉 90 Days of Violence: https://amzn.to/3he61Vz 👉 oOh My Testicles!: https://amzn.to/2RbfvGe 👉 Boy Days: https://amzn.to/3ildxPy 👉 Men and Misfits: https://amzn.to/3ilebwz 👉 The Ghost of Caura: https://amzn.to/3fwLHAT

Errol Fabien is a comedian, television and radio presenter from Trinidad and Tobago. Born in Guapo, Point Fortin, he's number 6 of 9 children. He attended Naparima College, where he studied theater. In  1978 he joined the West Indian Theather Company. He's appeared in ads, plays and movies with a role in Men of Grey: Flight of the Ibis. In  2004 he cofounded Gayelle to spread local content. Today we're talking about the early days of comedy in Trinidad and Tobago; his childhood in Guapo, Point Fortin; the comedy scene in Trinidad back in 1978 with names like John Agitation, Tony Hall, Dennis Hall; fatherhood; the first time he met Sprangalang; comedy writing techniques like setting up a joke, the premise, role playing and delivering the punchline; starting Gayelle with Christopher Laird; and the evolution of comedy in Trinidad. 👉 Connect with Errol Fabien on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/errolfabien 👉 Watch Gayelle: https://www.facebook.com/GayelleTheCaribbean 👉 My website: https://www.potbake.com 👉 Order my books: https://forms.gle/Mh2PtEwJqfnsXAiG8 👉  Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/383fVux My books are on Amazon 👉 90 Days of Violence: https://amzn.to/3he61Vz 👉 oOh My Testicles!: https://amzn.to/2RbfvGe 👉 Boy Days: https://amzn.to/3ildxPy 👉 Men and Misfits: https://amzn.to/3ilebwz 👉 The Ghost of Caura: https://amzn.to/3fwLHAT 👉 JOHN AGITATION performing in New York: https://youtu.be/KwjNl6UYtLU 👉 Errol Fabien onstage in New York: https://youtu.be/4tfwHtcSBpg

In 2008 I posted my first YouTube video. Around 2018 I started posting more consistently and grew the channel to 9,200 subscribers. Today I'm talking about having goals, consistency, planning, experimenting, and having a second YouTube Channel. 👉 My website: https://www.potbake.com 👉 My YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@lyndonbaptiste 👉 My second YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@lyndonbaptisteraw 👉 Podcast: https://spoti.fi/3W5r7Ko 👉 Order my books: https://forms.gle/Mh2PtEwJqfnsXAiG8 👉 Subscribe: https://bit.ly/383fVux I mentioned a book by Pat Flynn: Superfans: The Easy Way to Stand Out, Grow Your Tribe, and Build a Successful Business Here's an affiliate link: https://amzn.to/3BWyI6F With affiliate links I earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. ===================================== Here's how you can support the channel: ===================================== * Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/c/LyndonBapti... * Sponsor a video. * Purchase my e-books on Amazon. * Purchase hardcopies of my books. If you live in Trinidad and Tobago and use mobile banking, you can pay online and I'll ship your order via TT POST's courier service. ===================================== Buy my e-books on Amazon.com ===================================== 90 Days of Violence: https://amzn.to/3he61Vz oOh My Testicles!: https://amzn.to/2RbfvGe Boy Days: https://amzn.to/3ildxPy Men and Misfits: https://amzn.to/3ilebwz The Ghost of Caura: https://amzn.to/3fwLHAT

Today we're talking to Stephon Felmine, a content creator from Trinidad. He's an Economics teacher at Morvant Secondary school and his Facebook page describes him as the TikTok Trini Alphabet Guy. On the  11th of April 2020, he posted his first Tik Tok video and since then he's amassed almost 150,000 followers and 2.8 million likes, which is truly extraordinary. I admire his daily grind and ability to connect with brands. He's showing up on social media every day, sometimes twice a day, producing content as different characters, and ads, showing up for events, and inspiring his students. I know it isn't easy but he makes it look easy. Today I'm talking with his team about what happens behind the scenes, from idea generation to filming, editing, and creating relatable skits and characters. Connect with stephon23 👉 On TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@stephon23 👉 On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@stephon2328 👉 On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephon23_ 👉 My website: https://www.potbake.com 👉 Order my books: https://forms.gle/Mh2PtEwJqfnsXAiG8 👉 Subscribe: https://bit.ly/383fVux  Here's how you can support the channel: * Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/c/LyndonBapti... * Sponsor a video. * Purchase my e-books on Amazon. * Purchase hardcopies of my books. If you live in Trinidad and Tobago and use mobile banking, you can pay online and I'll ship your order via TT POST's courier service. * Tour Caura: https://www.facebook.com/insidecaura Buy my e-books on Amazon.com 90 Days of Violence: https://amzn.to/3he61Vz oOh My Testicles!: https://amzn.to/2RbfvGe Boy Days: https://amzn.to/3ildxPy Men and Misfits: https://amzn.to/3ilebwz The Ghost of Caura: https://amzn.to/3fwLHAT Send mail to: Lyndon Baptiste #3, 3rd St W Beaulieu Ave Trincity Trinidad West Indies

One day, long before I started editing videos, I stumbled across a Final Cut editor named Kwasi Holder. Kwasi is a content creator on YouTube with a crazy ambition to walk across Trinidad. Today we're talking about Vlogmas, how he got started, where he learns, and the importance of storytelling. Connect with Kwasi Holder 👉 On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Yayon 👉 On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aka_yayon/ 👉 My website: https://www.potbake.com 👉 Order my books: https://forms.gle/Mh2PtEwJqfnsXAiG8 👉 Subscribe: https://bit.ly/383fVux  Here's how you can support the channel: * Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/c/LyndonBapti... * Sponsor a video. * Purchase my e-books on Amazon. * Purchase hardcopies of my books. If you live in Trinidad and Tobago and use mobile banking, you can pay online and I'll ship your order via TT POST's courier service. * Tour Caura: https://www.facebook.com/insidecaura Buy my e-books on Amazon.com 90 Days of Violence: https://amzn.to/3he61Vz oOh My Testicles!: https://amzn.to/2RbfvGe Boy Days: https://amzn.to/3ildxPy Men and Misfits: https://amzn.to/3ilebwz The Ghost of Caura: https://amzn.to/3fwLHAT Send mail to: Lyndon Baptiste #3, 3rd St W Beaulieu Ave Trincity Trinidad West Indies

Recently I posted a video on TikTok, YouTube and Facebook, asking subscribers if they had any questions about publishing a book in Trinidad and Tobago. Today I'm answering those questions. 👉 My website: https://www.potbake.com 👉 Order my books: https://forms.gle/Mh2PtEwJqfnsXAiG8 👉 Subscribe: https://bit.ly/383fVux Here's how you can support the channel: * Donate (banking details below) * Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/c/LyndonBapti... * Sponsor a video. * Purchase my e-books on Amazon. * Purchase hardcopies of my books. If you live in Trinidad and Tobago and use mobile banking, you can pay online and I'll ship your order via TT POST's courier service. * Tour Caura: https://www.facebook.com/insidecaura Buy my e-books on Amazon.com 90 Days of Violence: https://amzn.to/3he61Vz oOh My Testicles!: https://amzn.to/2RbfvGe Boy Days: https://amzn.to/3ildxPy Men and Misfits: https://amzn.to/3ilebwz The Ghost of Caura: https://amzn.to/3fwLHAT The prices below are quoted in TTD 90 Days of Violence: $80 oOh My Testicles!: $60 Boy Days: $100 Men and Misfits: $100 The Ghost of Caura: $100 Please add $30 for delivery. Send mail to: Lyndon Baptiste #3, 3rd St W Beaulieu Ave Trincity Trinidad West Indies

My talk with YouTuber "Kaleel Studio" continues into the world of YouTube, identifying products, burnout and problems YouTubers from Trinidad and the Caribbean potentially face in 2023. To recap, Kaleel has served as a visual arts teacher in primary and secondary schools. His ambition is to bring the Caribbean art scene to viewers and build a stronger community of artists and craftspersons. At the time of this recording on Friday 25 November 2022, Kaleel's YouTube channel has 128 subscribers and close to 2,500 views, so apart from learning about his work as an artist I'm excited to hear about his YouTube strategy to hit his first major milestone which is 1,000 subscribers and 4,000 watch hours. In the show notes, I've included the links to his YouTube channel and Instagram page so if you're into art and want to support his work feel free to head on over and click the subscribe button. Subscribe to Kaleel's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@kaleelstudio. My YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@lyndonbaptiste

Today we're talking to Kaleel Kanor-Doublier, an artist, architect, and content creator from Trinidad and Tobago. Kaleel has served as a visual arts teacher in primary and secondary schools. His ambition is to bring the Caribbean art scene to viewers and build a stronger community of artists and craftspersons. At the time of this recording on Friday 25 November 2022, Kaleel's YouTube channel has 128 subscribers and close to 2,500 views, so apart from learning about his work as an artist I'm excited to hear about his YouTube strategy to hit his first major milestone which is 1,000 subscribers and 4,000 watch hours. In the show notes, I've included the links to his YouTube channel and Instagram page so if you're into art and want to support his work feel free to head on over and click the subscribe button. Subscribe to Kaleel's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@kaleelstudio. My YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@lyndonbaptiste

Today we're playing All Fours with Trini YouTuber, Trouble from "Trini Out and About" and talking about his childhood, YouTube and the perfect "curry chicken".  Connect with Trini Out and About: https://www.youtube.com/c/TriniOutAbout My YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@lyndonbaptiste

#2 We're talking to Lance Baptiste, a writer and content creator from Trinidad and Tobago about his book, The Ghost of Caura. The Ghost of Caura is historical fiction and tells the story of how, in 1945, the colonial government in Trinidad and Tobago dynamited a church in Caura and displaced an entire village to build a dam. 75 years later, a son discovers the journals of his father who lived in the village. In 2021, the son, sitting at a window, writes: Sitting at a window that looks out on the church in Lopinot, I'm beginning to understand how much I did not appreciate my father. Most people begin to truly appreciate their parents when it's too late. I imagine this is the reason I've spent months deciphering his handwriting and trying to reproduce his story as faithfully as possible. Trinidad and Tobago, I feel, deserves the truth, about men like Eusebio, Mr Roberts, my own father and grandfather-Raymond and Popo-and the British's role in destroying a prosperous village. Download The Ghost of Caura on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3h27pjn Watch this video version of this podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/OzUklcXG5rQ The Amazon.com link is an affiliate link. When you use it, I earn a commission at no additional cost to you. Thanks!