<![CDATA[The Creative Frequency Podcast]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/the-creative-frequency Our Podcast focuses on the intersection of creativity and business—culturally situated in the Heartbeat of Jamaica and abroad.

The Creative Frequency podcast, produced by the Institute of Caribbean Studies (ICS) within the Faculty of Humanities and Education at The University of the West Indies (UWI), Mona, is dedicated to exploring the dynamic intersection of culture and commerce across the region. Directed by Dr. Dave Gosse, the program spotlights the innovative spirit of Jamaican entrepreneurs who are building and scaling creative businesses.

Co-hosted by Mphil/PhD Scholar Rachel Fenderson and CCI Scholar Radika Myers, the show leverages academic insight and local expertise to investigate how figures like Model/Actor Dane Jones, Perfumier Edwin Bruce of (Prince D'Bruce), gourmet caterer Chef Candace Carr, and Director of Technology and Community Engagement Damion Johnson of (S.E.T.A.S) are defining success on their own terms, often challenging traditional industry standards and colonial legacies.

The essence of this podcast is a deep dive into Cultural Studies through the lens of economic entrepreneurship. It examines the practical realities of launching and sustaining creative brands—from custom high-end fragrances and niche culinary arts to community-engaged mobile technology and professional acting—within the Jamaican and wider Caribbean economy. By allocating dedicated segments to cultural expressions like "Tek Time Fi Chat" and centering discussions on topics like regional stereotypes, authentic representation, and community investment, the podcast aims to preserve, interrogate, and celebrate Jamaican cultural identity as a powerful driver of innovation and economic resilience for the entire region.

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]]> RSS.com 2026.401.141116 Tue, 07 Apr 2026 17:24:30 GMT en 9885b221-9508-5e48-bd5a-cc54586d2ce0 https://media.rss.com/the-creative-frequency/20260319_110302_445d7161450be0067a49d303a648b9c9.jpg The Creative Frequency Podcast https://rss.com/podcasts/the-creative-frequency yes The Institute of Caribbean Studies Executive Producer Rachel Fenderson & Cohost Radika Myers Executive Producer Rachel Fenderson & Cohost Radika Myers false episodic podcast Jamaica, Jamaica Kingston, Kingston, Jamaica false <![CDATA[Sound Boy Innovation: Tech, Auto Repair, & Damion Johnson]]> Joining us is Damion Johnson, the Director of Technology and Community Engagement at (S.E.T.A.S Limited), a company built on the power of practical problem-solving. From its start in Kingston, S.E.T.A.S pioneered a mobile approach to technology and automotive repair, recognizing the need to meet customers—like working mothers or elderly caregivers—right where they are. Beyond business, Damion is a dedicated advocate for education, donating services to schools like FreeHill Primary and George Headley Primary and featuring on TVJ for the company’s community assistance. We'll be discussing how this commitment to social responsibility and the company’s mobile on-the-spot services, especially in the area of computer and laptop, hardware and software repair, has become the core driving forces behind this successful Jamaican enterprise.

Interviewed by: Radika Myers

Executive Produced by: Rachel Fenderson

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/the-creative-frequency/2684228 d04bb5d8-e8b4-401b-bcf2-4b7ebeb38ba4 1472 full 1 1 2 2 false Thu, 02 Apr 2026 15:52:16 GMT false University of the West Indies (Mona), Manley Avenue, Hermitage, Saint Andrew, Kingston 7, Jamaica Kingston, Kingston, Jamaica <![CDATA[The Double Threat: Modeling, Acting, & Dane Jones]]> We welcome a rising star in Caribbean media today, the Model and Actor Dane Jones. His career began with an unconventional challenge: being told by a major agency that he was too muscular—a directive he deliberately refused to follow. Instead, he took an entrepreneurial path, landing his first commercial with One Spot Media and quickly securing roles in key regional campaigns like the BPM Financial advertisement. Now, having worked on everything from UWI student living commercials to a forthcoming Netflix series, Dane embodies the self-made professional spirit emerging from Kingston and Portmore. He’s here to discuss how creative professionals can redefine industry standards on their own terms.

Interviewed by: Rachel Fenderson

Executive Produced by: Rachel Fenderson

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/the-creative-frequency/2644231 66a84c0f-e572-4efc-98b5-e69c019d8a88 2908 full 1 1 1 1 false Thu, 19 Mar 2026 23:03:30 GMT false University of the West Indies (Mona), Manley Avenue, Hermitage, Saint Andrew, Kingston 7, Jamaica Kingston, Kingston, Jamaica <![CDATA[Coming Soon: Vibrations of Jamaica's Resilience – The Future of Caribbean Creativity ]]> Welcome to THE CREATIVE FREQUENCY, the definitive heartbeat of Jamaican culture and its global reach. Hosted by the dynamic duo of RACHEL ANN FENDERSON, an MPhil/PhD Scholar, and RADIKA MYERS, a CCI Scholar, this podcast—produced in collaboration with the UWI Institute of Caribbean Studies—dives deep into the pulse of the cultural and creative industries. From the streets of Kingston to the diaspora abroad, our trailer invites you to join the conversation as we explore the rhythms, innovations, and stories that define our artistic identity.

We aren't just talking about the culture; we're measuring its pulse. Tune into feel the vibration of the Caribbean like never before: 1st Episode drops on Thursday, March 19th.

Executive Produced by: Rachel Fenderson

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