Best 10X Pod Group | Caribbean History Experts Podcasts (2025)

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John Holt: Jamaican Music Icon – From Greenwich Town to Global Stage 38:27

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From the salt-scented streets of Greenwich Town to the electric glow of Kingston’s stages, this episode follows the rise of John Holt, a pivotal figure in Jamaican music, from a young boy with a gift to the commanding voice of The Paragons. Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Caribbean music as we explore Holt's defining years in the rockstead…

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Hutia: Jamaica’s Hidden Night Wanderer - Exploring Caribbean History and Wildlife 49:24

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Step into the hidden world of Jamaica’s only native land mammal — the endangered Jamaican Hutia, or “Coney.” In this Smithsonian-style wildlife documentary, we journey deep into Cockpit Country and beyond to uncover the hutia’s secret nightlife, its significant role in Taíno culture and Caribbean history, and the modern challenges it faces. Through…

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Buck Breaking in Jamaica: A Survivor’s Fight for Freedom - A Story of Caribbean History 2:48:07

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Through the raw, unfiltered voice of a survivor, 'Buck Breaking in Jamaica: A Survivor’s Fight for Freedom' immerses listeners in one of the most brutal chapters of Caribbean history. This Smithsonian-style documentary exposes the violent practice of buck breaking— a weapon of control used to diminish the spirit of enslaved men in Jamaica. Experien…

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John Holt: Jamaica’s Heartbeat—A Cultural Biography of Reggae Legend 1:40:38

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Explore the cultural biography of John Kenneth Holt, the smooth-voiced reggae legend whose impact on Jamaican music and Caribbean identity transcended borders. From his beginnings in Greenwich Farm to international stardom, this narrative dives into John’s remarkable journey—a compelling blend of Caribbean history and music. Discover how he influen…

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Blueprint to the Island Life: Top Places and Smart Choices for Returning Jamaicans 49:49

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More Jamaicans returned home in 2023 than any year in recent memory, but where they choose to settle determines everything. From the cool mountains of Manchester Parish to the bustling tourism centers of St. James, each of Jamaica's fourteen parishes offers a different path to homecoming. Real estate prices have doubled in five years, infrastructur…

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Shatta Wale’s Rise and Reign: African Dancehall Cultural Revolution 1:04:04

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He stormed awards stages with fiery outbursts and forced Ghana’s music industry to kneel. He hosted Ghana’s first virtual concert and scored a Beyoncé Grammy nod. He invested $368 000 in youth talent through the Accra Invasion Project. This cultural history of African dancehall traces his battles, brilliance, and leadership.…

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Should You Retire in Jamaica as a Returning Resident or Expat? 2:36:00

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Discover how to thrive in Jamaican retirement—blending affordable living, evolving healthcare, protective infrastructure, and cultural pride into your ideal island life. What would you build first in your new home?By history experts | Joe & Kevin

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Nigeria vs Ghana: Epic Clash of West African Music & Culture 1:01:48

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A riveting exploration of West Africa’s most celebrated cultural rivalry—Nigeria’s Afrobeats explosion vs. Ghana’s highlife heritage. Discover how two nations shaped modern African sound, fueled by identity, pride, and friendly fire. Which side resonates with you? What would you bring to this musical battleground? What would you have done in their …

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Breaking Through: Jamaica's Great Transformation 1:19:34

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Discover how Jamaica achieved the impossible: transforming from having the world's highest murder rate and crushing debt crisis to becoming a model of infrastructure development and community renewal.This comprehensive 3-part documentary report reveals the untold story behind Jamaica's remarkable turnaround through exclusive insights, policy analys…

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Untold Caribbean Stories: Hidden History & Secret Island Legends 2:24:05

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Beneath the sunlit surface, the Caribbean hides powerful stories that defy colonial stereotypes—tales of survival, indigenous resistance, secret codes, and the cultural fusion that shaped world music. How much history never made it into the books? Dive into this immersive journey where every rhythm and ritual reveals a legacy of hidden brilliance. …

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From Kingston Streets to Dancehall Throne: The True-Life Legend of Ninjaman 1:47:17

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Explore the untold journey of Ninjaman—dancehall’s most controversial and influential icon. From the mud lanes of Annotto Bay and the defiant stages of Kingston to courtroom trials and cultural immortality, his story is a masterclass in survival, creation, and consequence. Was Desmond Ballentine a hero, a villain, or a mirror of Jamaica’s hardest t…

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Inner Circle: Reggae Legends Discuss Their Journey 2:20:57

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They stood in Bob Marley's shadow—until the world finally realized they were legends in their own right. From the streets of 1960s Kingston to the global stage, Inner Circle's journey is one of survival, sonic rebellion, and cultural restoration. This isn’t just a band story — it’s the living history of reggae music told through fire, fame, exile, …

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Island by Island: The Ultimate Caribbean Adventure | Caribbean Travel Narratives, Cultural Awakening & Historical Exploration 2:55:17

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Embark on an extraordinary Caribbean odyssey, exploring 10 iconic islands through immersive, Smithsonian-style storytelling. Discover hidden colonial histories, powerful stories of cultural resilience, Afro-Caribbean traditions, and sustainable island living. From Jamaica’s vibrant music scene and Grenada’s revolutionary spirit to the Dominican Rep…

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Crown Without a Throne: Is Vybz Kartel the True King of Dancehall 20:22

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Was it justice… or just myth? In this raw and reflective Caribbean music documentary, a dancehall journalist returns to Jamaica in 2025 to witness the long-awaited coronation of Vybz Kartel at Reggae Sumfest. From the streets of Portmore to prison recordings and viral TikToks, Kartel’s influence remains unmatched. But does cultural impact excuse co…

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The Role of Slavery in Shaping the Caribbean Today 19:45

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In this emotionally charged, fact-based audiobook documentary, cultural journalist and documentarian Robert Williams retraces the enduring impact of the transatlantic slave trade across the Caribbean. Told in a Smithsonian-style first-person narrative, this journey spans Jamaica, Barbados, Haiti, Trinidad, and more — exposing how slavery’s legacy r…

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Decoding the Viral Success of Kendrick Lamar and Captain Traoré 23:23

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What happens when a Pulitzer-winning rapper and a revolutionary military leader both capture the world’s attention—through completely different paths? In this immersive Caribbean documentary, we decode the viral ascent of Kendrick Lamar and Captain Ibrahim Traoré. Told through the eyes of a cultural analyst, this episode explores the power of digit…

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Digital Rebirth: The Caribbean Content Creators & Influencers Summit 2025 29:18

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Explore the rise of digital Caribbean influence in this cinematic first-person documentary told by a Caribbean journalist attending the viral Caribbean Content Creators & Influencers Summit 2025. From the rhythms of Patois on TikTok to the preservation of Afro-Caribbean identity on YouTube, this powerful story unpacks how creators are reclaiming th…

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Trinidad & Tobago Carnival: Africa–Caribbean Cultural Fusion 23:24

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Trinidad & Tobago Carnival: Africa–Caribbean Cultural Fusion explores the 2025 Carnival season through the eyes of a Trinidadian cultural historian witnessing a powerful moment of diasporic unity. This immersive documentary captures the cultural electricity of Machel Montano and Davido’s joint performance, the viral rise of their “Pardy” Road March…

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Exploring the Cayman Islands: Culture, Cuisine & Caribbean Adventures 26:54

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They say the Cayman Islands are a paradise — but paradise for whom? This powerful two-part documentary pulls back the curtain on a Caribbean nation known more for its bank accounts than its soul. Why did the Cayman Islands never follow the independence wave that swept the region? How did the descendants of enslaved Africans preserve their identity …

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Exploring Aruba: Culture, Cuisine & Caribbean Adventures 18:43

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Most people think Aruba is all beaches and piña coladas—until they walk through San Nicolas at dawn, sip cactus soup boiled by grandmothers, and hear Carnival drums echoing in a language built from colonization and resistance.This isn’t just a travel guide—it’s a deep dive into the identity of an island forged by desert winds, African roots, and Du…

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Exploring The US Virgin Islands: Culture, Cuisine & Caribbean Adventures 15:55

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Most people know the U.S. Virgin Islands for their white sands and warm waters—but this story goes far deeper. Beneath the tourist gloss is a history of colonial conquest, Afro-Caribbean resistance, and cultural resilience that refuses to die.From the Fireburn rebellion led by enslaved women, to the revolutionary roots of Quelbe music and Carnival,…

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Cultural Politics & National Identity: How Captain Traoré is Using Sankara, Cinema, and Symbolism to Remake Burkina Faso 49:08

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In this explosive 4-chapter documentary-style deep dive, we explore how Captain Ibrahim Traoré’s military government is turning culture into a strategic weapon of nation-building. From the resurrection of Thomas Sankara through a state-funded mausoleum designed by Francis Kéré to the revitalization of the iconic FESPACO film festival, Burkina Faso …

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Dana Seetahal’s Assassins — The Network Too Powerful to Name 18:36

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When Trinidad’s top prosecutor Dana Seetahal was assassinated in a calculated, military-style hit, the public demanded answers. But what they got was silence. Behind her death lies an invisible criminal network—funded by drug money, protected by politics, and operating through systems meant to uphold justice. This isn’t just the story of one woman’…

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Dada Cop — The Double Life of Jamaica’s Most Feared Enforcer 22:11

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He was a ghost with a badge. A killer with state protection. In Kingston’s deadliest garrison, one man blurred the line between police officer and gangland enforcer so perfectly that even the government used him—until it didn’t.Was Dada Cop a rogue gangster? Or a sanctioned asset the state had to erase?For years, he carried out hits using inside in…

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Don of Tivoli: The Ruthless Rise and Bloody Fall of Rohan Gordon 19:47

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Most people think they understand Jamaican gang culture—until they hear the true story of Rohan “Don” Gordon. He rose from street enforcer to the feared successor of Jim Brown, commanding Tivoli Gardens through brute force, cocaine routes, and political intimidation. But his crown came at a cost. Why did his own allies turn against him after a myst…

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Deedo: The Jungle Enforcer Who Declared War on Tivoli 17:48

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He wasn’t just another Kingston gunman. Deedo was the PNP’s shadow enforcer—controlling cocaine corridors, directing political hits, and orchestrating war against Jim Brown’s Tivoli Gardens. For a decade, he operated above the law—until his violent death shattered Jungle’s control and plunged South Kingston into chaos. Was Deedo a protector, a kill…

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Entrapment or Empire: The Buju Banton Cocaine Sting 16:33

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Most people think Buju Banton’s arrest was about drugs. But the real story may be more disturbing. This reggae icon never handled cocaine, never made money, and wasn’t even present at the drug deal. So why did a U.S. jury convict him—and why was a paid DEA informant allowed to bait him into criminal talk for five months?Was it justice? Or was it a …

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Fresh to Death — The Rise and Betrayal of Kerwin Phillip 17:38

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Kerwin “Fresh” Phillip wasn’t just another gangster—he was Trinidad’s most provocative symbol of street power and style. But behind the designer clothes and Instagram followers was a darker truth: secret deals with police, betrayals by his own men, and a flash drive that could've brought down the entire system. When Fresh was gunned down in a surgi…

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Mark Guerra: Murdered in Custody — The Gang Boss Who Died with Secrets Too Dangerous to Live 19:15

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Mark Guerra was more than a gang boss—he was a kingmaker in Trinidad’s most dangerous neighborhood. From drug routes to political favors, he built a criminal empire with government secrets at its core. But in 2004, he was arrested—and murdered before he could testify. The official story said “gang dispute.” But the broken ribs, bruises, and missing…

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Robocop: The Businessman Who Ruled Enterprise With a Gun in One Hand and Groceries in the Other 13:22

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Most people think a gangster can’t be a community hero—until they meet Selwyn “Robocop” Alexis. He ruled Enterprise with ruthless authority, but also fed children, paid rent for the poor, and kept order where the government failed. Was he a villain in disguise—or the only thing keeping his neighborhood from collapse? Why was he assassinated in broa…

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Stone Crusher Gang — The Butchers of Montego Bay 11:23

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Most people think gangs hide in the shadows. But the Stone Crusher Gang walked into police stations and opened fire — daring Jamaica’s government to stop them. This isn’t just a gang story. It’s a tale of how Montego Bay, a tourist paradise, became a war zone. From military-style executions to beheadings and extortion of entire neighborhoods, Stone…

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The Ghost Supplier: Michael “Freddie” Brown and the Guns That Set Jamaica on Fire 20:04

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Michael “Freddie” Brown never made headlines—but every gang war in Jamaica bore his fingerprints. From Spanish Town to May Pen, he armed an entire generation without ever being seen. He wasn’t a don. He wasn’t a killer. He was worse: the man who made killing easier. This cinematic investigative true crime story unpacks how one arms dealer ran a gho…

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Exploring Saint Vincent and the Grenadines: Culture, Cuisine & Caribbean Adventures 22:51

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Most travelers see Saint Vincent as a tropical getaway. But behind the beaches lies a defiant history of Indigenous resistance, African survival, and cultural resurrection. This is the untold story of the Garifuna, the volcano that fights back, and the people who turned colonization into cuisine — and trauma into tradition.How did Saint Vincent def…

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Exploring Grenada: Culture, Cuisine & Caribbean Adventures 22:58

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Most people think of Grenada as paradise. But beneath the postcard beaches lies an island forged in fire—of revolution, ritual, and resistance. This isn’t just the story of nutmeg or Carnival. It’s about the women who boiled bush medicine in silence, the rebels who took on empire, and the ancestors who still whisper through waves. Why do some recip…

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Exploring Curaçao: Culture, Cuisine & Caribbean Adventures 14:53

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Curaçao is more than beaches and pastel buildings — it’s a living archive of resistance. From the coded flavors of Creole kitchens to the rebel drums of tambu, this is an island where culture defied empire. Why did the Dutch ban tambu music? What secrets are still whispered in the language of Papiamentu? And how does Carnival serve as protest behin…

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Exploring Saint Lucia: Culture, Cuisine & Caribbean Adventures 19:19

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Most tourists only see the beaches—but real Saint Lucia lives in the hills, kitchens, and memories of its people. From the brutal legacy of sugar plantations to the whispered tales of the soucouyant, this island has resisted colonization not just with rebellion—but with culture.How did enslaved Africans preserve their heritage under empire? Why was…

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Exploring Guadeloupe: Culture, Cuisine & Caribbean Adventures 26:11

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Most people know Guadeloupe for its beaches. But beneath the postcard lies a layered story of resistance, rhythm, and cultural survival. This isn’t just a Caribbean island—it’s a French department shaped by African roots, colonial betrayal, and spiritual memory.Why did France allow a banned pesticide to poison 90% of its people? Why is Kreyòl still…

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Exploring Martinique: Culture, Cuisine & Caribbean Adventures 21:33

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Martinique may be a French territory on paper, but its soul burns with Creole fire. Behind the beaches and baguettes lies a story of poisoned soil, erased memory, and a culture that refuses to be silenced. From ancestral altars hidden in kitchens to Carnival flames mocking colonial power, this is an island that confronts its trauma through dance, p…

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Exploring Cuba: Culture, Cuisine & Caribbean Adventures 22:30

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Cuba isn’t just palm trees and vintage cars — it’s a living archive of survival, faith, and flavor. From the hidden rituals of Santería to the street food that tells stories older than the Revolution, this immersive cultural deep dive uncovers the soul of a nation that refuses to forget its past. What does it mean to cook under embargo? To worship …

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Exploring Puerto Rico: Culture, Cuisine & Caribbean Adventures 14:00

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Puerto Rico isn’t just a Caribbean paradise—it’s a cultural battleground. Behind the palm trees and pastel buildings lies a centuries-long story of survival, colonization, and resistance. From the sacred rhythm of Bomba to the flavors born of slavery and spice, this cinematic journey explores how Puerto Ricans have preserved their identity through …

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Exploring Dominican Republic: Culture, Cuisine & Caribbean Adventures 19:02

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Most people know the Dominican Republic for beaches and resorts — but few know the truth beneath the tourist trail. From Taino resistance to Afro-Caribbean spirituality, and from Carnival devils to revolutionary sisters, this is a nation built on survival, spirit, and rebellion.Why does Dominican food hold centuries of history in every bite? Why ar…

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Exploring Haiti: Culture, Cuisine & Caribbean Adventures 28:34

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Beneath the headlines and beyond the stereotypes lies a Haiti few are willing to confront — a nation whose culture is not just preserved, but weaponized in the name of survival. From mountaintop fortresses to funeral parades, Vodou rituals to agricultural resistance, this Smithsonian-style exploration challenges everything we think we know about fr…

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Caribbean Gangsta's: Vivian Blake - Brains of the Posse 7:53

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Most people remember the Shower Posse for its violence — but behind the guns was a mind far more dangerous. Vivian Blake wasn’t a killer. He was a strategist, a money man, and the architect of one of the most powerful drug syndicates in modern history. From Miami boardrooms to Kingston safehouses, Blake ran the empire with cold precision — until he…

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Caribbean Gangsta's: The Trial of Black Man - Jamaica’s Bloodiest Secrets Uncovered 8:40

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Most people think they understand gangs — until they see how one man turned a street crew into a militarized empire. Andre “Black Man” Bryan didn’t just terrorize Spanish Town. He ran a paramilitary network capable of mass killings, coordinated extortion, and political intimidation. Why did businesses across Jamaica pay monthly “taxes” to survive? …

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Caribbean Gangsta's: Joel Andem - The Gideon Warlock and the Cult of Death 10:08

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Most people think gangs are about money and power—until they meet a man like Joel Andem. In this shocking true crime story, we expose the rise of Jamaica’s most feared gang leader turned cult prophet. From mystical sermons to ritual killings, Andem didn’t just run the streets—he preached over them. How did one man convince a generation of young men…

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Caribbean Gangsta's: Tesha Miller: The Resurrection of Jamaica’s Untouchable Don 8:17

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Jamaica thought it had finally buried one of its most notorious gang leaders. But Tesha Miller—leader of the feared Clansman Gang—refused to stay dead in the headlines. From assassinations and extortion to ghost-like returns and political whispers, this story dives into how one man manipulated power, fear, and justice for over two decades.Why did p…

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Caribbean Gangsta's: The Terror of Spanish Town - The Rise and Fall of Andrew “Bun Man” Hope 7:31

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Most people think of gang warfare as chaos. But Andrew “Bun Man” Hope turned it into calculated military control. He transformed One Order into a paramilitary force, carried out daylight ambushes, and battled the Clansman Gang for total domination of Spanish Town. Police called him a terrorist. His community called him a savior. But when a 2006 sho…

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Bebe Dawkins: The Untold Story of Jamaica Shower Posse & Caribbean Gangsters 7:41

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Bebe Dawkins: The Untold Story of Jamaica’s Shower Posse & Caribbean Gangsters pulls back the curtain on a man every Kingston hustler feared but few outsiders ever understood. Glenford “Bebe” Dawkins wasn’t the boss—he was the enforcer who kept the Shower Posse’s empire intact from Jamaica to Miami and Brooklyn. In this episode we weave Caribbean h…

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Willie Haggart: The Jamaican Gangster Who Changed Caribbean History | The Funeral That Started a War 8:36

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Willie Haggart wasn’t just a feared enforcer in Spanish Town—he was a kingmaker whose assassination detonated a gang‑politics firestorm that still scars Caribbean history today. In this episode, our history experts trace Haggart’s rise from street legend to “Robin Hood,” unravel the high‑stakes alliances that linked dancehall, Jamaican music, and p…

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Donald Zekes Phipps – Downtown Kingston Don or Political Pawn? | Caribbean History Podcast 12:16

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Donald Zekes Phipps – Downtown Kingston Don or Political Pawn? In this episode of our Caribbean history podcast, renowned history experts journey through Jamaica’s turbulent post-colonization era to unpack the untold truths behind Donald “Zekes” Phipps, the Matthews Lane strong-man whose power rivaled the police and whose charisma captivated Kingst…