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If you're a carnivalist that plays mas regularly, you've probably crossed paths with the Playmas platform at some point for costume registration. Rory Peters, their Sales and Operations Director, is one of the brains behind the scenes. Rory and I sat down virtually back in November '23 (I know, it's been a minute), but we recently met in Miami for an event we were both attending. This conversation was worth the wait, and we’re happy to share it with you! Plus, who doesn't love a good UK accen...

Hey listeners! Can you believe we've already had six amazing guests this season? And guess what? There are at least four more lined up! So far, we've had Melissa Noel, Penny Wallie Mas, Jodi Covington, Tenille Clarke, and Flora Nabena sharing their stories. April's been a whirlwind with Baby T'ingz turning two, work madness, and Vincy Mas planning. But fear not, I'll be back with more guest episodes in early May after my Miami trip for the Carnival Expo & Showcase of the Bands. Stay tuned...

We are rocking out today with one of my favorite creatives, Flora Nabena, otherwise known as “Gr8estflo”. She is a full-time costume designer from London who has been giving back to the Caribbean carnival culture by sharing her costume-making skills with the world. Covered in this Episode:Tingz Nice blog updatesSha's Q&A responsesIntroducing FloraCostume designer joys and painsGatekeeping the carnival cultureKnotting Hill Carnival Support the Show.If you have a carnival related ...

It’s an honor to have Tenille Clarke on the show with us! She is a public relations rockstar paving the way to fame for many of our favorite Caribbean brands and celebrities. To watch the interview portion of this episode visit The T'ingz Nice YouTube Channel.Covered in this Episode:Intro Sha gets personal (Q&A segment) Introducing Tenille Clarke Tenille’s origin story Understanding Chambers Media Solutions and the Industry 360 initiative The 411 on “The Car...

Are you tired of feeling let down during the costume collection process? Well, you're certainly not alone. As a seasoned veteran of the carnival scene, I've had my fair share of disappointments over the years. But instead of dwelling on the negatives, I decided to turn those complaints into solutions for mas bands to implement.In the Fall of 2023, I reached out to my social media supporters and asked them to share their tips and suggestions to help mas bands improve their operations. And let ...

{VIDEO PODCAST AVAILABLE ON YOUTUBE} Hey there, soca lovers! Are you ready for a peek behind the curtain of one of the hottest events on the Soca scene? Buckle up because in this episode, we're diving deep into the heart of Ubersoca Cruise with none other than Jodi Covington, one of the brilliant minds steering the ship!Now, if you've ever been lucky enough to set sail on Ubersoca Cruise, you know it's more than just a party—it's a full-blown “experience beyond the music”! But how did it all ...