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Mike's Moment Of... | Episode 8 – Cultural Embodiment with Dr. L'Antoinette Stines OD In this deeply personal and illuminating conversation, Michael Sean Harris is joined by acclaimed choreographer, scholar, educator, and cultural visionary Dr. L'Antoinette Stines, founder of L'Acadco: A United Caribbean Dance Force. Together they explore the profound idea of cultural embodiment—how our bodies become living archives that carry history, ancestry, spirituality, and identity across generations. Drawing from decades of artistic practice and research, Dr. Stines reflects on the development of her movement language, the influence of Kumina and other Afro-Caribbean traditions, the responsibility of artists as cultural stewards, and the importance of preserving memory while continuing to innovate. This episode is both an intimate reunion between former teacher and student and a thoughtful conversation about art as a vehicle for healing, education, transformation, and cultural continuity. In this episode you'll hear about: What "cultural embodiment" really means The body as an archive of memory and ancestral knowledge Developing an authentic Caribbean movement language Kumina, ritual, spirituality, and performance Balancing tradition with innovation The responsibility of artists and educators Creativity as a path toward cultural preservation and collective healing Whether you're an artist, educator, performer, cultural practitioner, or simply curious about how identity lives within us, this conversation offers wisdom that extends far beyond the stage. New episodes of Mike's Moment Of... are available wherever you listen to podcasts. Follow Michael Sean Harris & Reggae Online YouTube: @mikesmomentofpodcast / @ReggaeOnlineSchool Apple Podcasts: Reggae Online Podcast Channel Instagram: @reggaeonlineschool Linktree: linktr.ee/ReggaeOnline Keep finding meaning in your moments.

Production Values | Sharon Schroeter | Mike's Moment Of… Season 2, Episode 7 What does it really take to bring great television to life? In this episode of Mike's Moment Of…, Michael Sean Harris sits down with veteran television producer, scriptwriter, and production powerhouse Sharon Schroeter for a candid conversation about the craft, challenges, and rewards of working behind the camera. From her early days at TVJ to her years helping shape iconic Jamaican television programs such as Digicel Rising Stars, Sharon shares stories from the control room, lessons learned from managing talent and production teams, and reflections on creating opportunities that changed lives. Together, Michael and Sharon explore: Sharon's journey into television production The realities of producing live television The art of storytelling behind the scenes Managing talent, teams, and creative personalities Memorable moments from Digicel Rising Stars The impact of television on culture and community Why creating opportunities for others remains one of production's greatest rewards This episode is filled with warmth, nostalgia, laughter, and an appreciation for the people who make the magic happen behind the camera. Connect & Follow 🌐 Reggae Online: Reggae Online 📺 YouTube: Reggae Online School YouTube Channel 📸 Instagram: @reggaeonlineschool 🔗 Linktree: Reggae Online Links Enjoying the podcast? Please rate, review, and follow Mike's Moment Of… on Apple Podcasts. Your support helps more listeners discover these conversations. Keep finding meaning in your moments.

In this episode of Mike's Moment Of…, host Michael Sean Harris sits with Robin Baston—architect, lighting and set designer, and technical director for major theatrical and festival productions. Together, they explore how creativity extends beyond performance into the spaces that hold story, light, and human experience. Robin shares his unique journey blending architecture and theatre from the very beginning, revealing how technical precision and artistic intuition coexist in his work. This conversation dives into: The intersection of architecture and performance design Building environments that shape artistic expression The relationship between technical craft and creative instinct Lessons from theatre, festivals, and collaborative creation What it means to "build" creativity in real, tangible ways A thoughtful and inspiring conversation for artists, designers, and anyone interested in how creativity lives beyond the stage.   Watch the episode on YouTube https://youtube.com/@mikesmomentofpodcast   Stay Connected & Explore More 🌍 Reggae Online: https://reggae-on-line.com 🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ReggaeOnlineSchool 🔗 All Links: https://linktr.ee/ReggaeOnline 🎧 Listen to more: Di Tallawah Table Inside the Vocal Salon Lounge Lyme 🎓 Explore Courses: Riddim Builder: Reggae Reggae Rudiments Performance Masterclass Kumina Drumming & more     If you enjoyed this episode: ⭐ Rate & review the podcast 📲 Share with a creative in your life 🔔 Subscribe for more conversations   "Keep finding meaning in your moments."

Mike's Moment Of… An Old Friend, A New Conversation Featuring Totlyn Oliver   Episode Overview Some conversations are more than a catch-up—they're a return, a reflection, and a rediscovery. In this episode of Mike's Moment Of…, Michael reconnects with longtime friend, colleague, and creative companion Totlyn Oliver. From shared stages and church pews to professional paths that have evolved across countries and disciplines, this conversation is rooted in history—but grounded in who they've each become. Totlyn, now an award-winning speaker, author, and advocate for authentic communication, brings insight, warmth, and clarity to a dialogue that explores growth, purpose, and the courage to show up truthfully.   🔑 What This Episode Explores The power of long-term creative relationships Reflecting on early dreams, shared spaces, and formative moments What it means to evolve into your voice—personally and professionally Authenticity, visibility, and courageous communication Navigating life transitions with grace, honesty, and intention The role of memory, mentorship, and meaningful conversation in shaping identity   From Then to Now Michael and Totlyn revisit their early days at the Edna Manley College and in church communities—spaces filled with ideas, ambition, and possibility. What emerges is a powerful through-line: the importance of staying connected to purpose while embracing transformation.   A Conversation Worth Having This episode is a reminder that growth doesn't erase who we were—it deepens it. It's about: Reconnecting with people who knew you "when" Honoring the journey between then and now And embracing the ongoing call to speak, live, and create with truth   Listen & Watch Catch the full episode on: YouTube: @MikesMomentOfPodcast /@ReggaeOnlineSchool  Apple Podcasts & all major platforms   Join the Conversation What does it feel like to reconnect with someone who knew you at the beginning of your journey? Drop a comment, share your reflections, and don't forget to like, subscribe, and share.

Mike's Moment Of… Tech Diva Discipline Featuring Nadia Roxburgh In this episode of Mike's Moment Of…, we step behind the curtain and into the precision, problem-solving, and power that shape the moments audiences never see — but always feel. "Tech Diva Discipline" is a deep and dynamic conversation with Nadia Roxburgh — performer-turned-technical theatre powerhouse — about the unseen work behind the work. From early dreams of acting to discovering her true calling in stage management and lighting design, Nadia shares how rejection redirected her, discipline refined her, and curiosity fueled her evolution. What began as disappointment after auditioning for drama school became the doorway to technical mastery — and ultimately, ownership of her craft. In This Episode, We Explore: The pivotal audition that changed Nadia's trajectory Falling in love with backstage life at the Philip Sherlock Centre The discipline required in technical theatre Lighting as storytelling, not just illumination Engineering, structure, and the architecture of creativity Why technical artists must think like both creatives and problem-solvers The mindset of excellence behind the scenes Nadia speaks candidly about failure, redirection, and the importance of learning how things actually work. Her journey reminds us that discipline is not restriction — it's freedom through mastery. This episode is a celebration of the technicians, stage managers, designers, and engineers who make magic possible — and a reminder that sometimes your greatest calling lives just behind the spotlight. 🎧 Whether you're an artist, technician, student of theatre, or simply someone navigating an unexpected pivot, this conversation will challenge you to embrace the unseen discipline shaping your own story. Listen, reflect, and step behind the curtain.   Mike's Moment Of… — where craft meets calling.

Mike's Moment Of… Dramatic Exploration Season 2 | Episode 3 Guest: Marcos James In this deeply engaging episode of Mike's Moment Of… Dramatic Exploration, host Michael Sean Harris reconnects with longtime friend, collaborator, and internationally successful actor Marcos James for an expansive conversation about craft, culture, discipline, and creative evolution. From their formative years with Cathi Levy's Little People and Teen Players Club and Ashe, to Marcos' rise on the West End, this episode traces a journey rooted in Jamaican training and global ambition. Marcos shares how a chance audition led him from Carmen to Disney's The Lion King in London—making him one of the first fully Jamaican-trained performers cast in the West End production. The conversation moves through pivotal career moments, including: His transition from dancer to leading actor in The Mahabharata at Sadler's Wells Grueling physical training and stage combat with Royal Opera's Aida Landing the role of White Rat (Unsullied) on HBO's Game of Thrones—a casting that changed his life overnight Navigating identity, ambiguity, and accent as tools rather than limitations in casting His leap from London to Los Angeles, adjusting to Hollywood's casting culture, and building a thriving screen career Marcos also reflects on recent work including Keeping Up with the Joneses, The Family Business, Days of Our Lives, and the Amazon film Cabin Pressure, where his extensive movement and combat training continues to inform his screen performances. The episode culminates with an exciting deep dive into Marcos' original film project, Ceremony: Last of the Bloodlines—a culturally rooted psychological horror exploring trauma, inheritance, fractured family bonds, and ancestral ceremony, inspired by Caribbean spiritual traditions. Marcos discusses writing the screenplay, assembling an international creative team, and the journey toward funding and production. This episode is a masterclass in artistic longevity, cultural authenticity, and trusting the moments that shape your path. 🎭 A must-listen for actors, creatives, and storytellers navigating purpose, preparation, and global artistry.   🔔 Listen & Subscribe Available on YouTube and all major podcast platforms via the Reggae Online Podcast Channel. 🎧 Also Explore Mike's Moment Of… Songs and Stories Di Tallawah Table • • Michael Sean Harris' avant-garde release Under God — streaming now on all platforms

Mike's Moment Of... Songs and Stories (S2 E2): Wayne Armond   In this rich and soulful episode of Mike's Moment Of… Songs and Stories, Michael Sean Harris sits down with legendary Jamaican singer, guitarist, songwriter, and founding member of Chalice, Wayne Armond. Known for timeless recordings and a career that spans decades of Jamaican music history, Wayne brings wisdom, humor, and generous storytelling as he reflects on his creative journey. Together, they dive into the origins of beloved songs, the evolution of his writing and production style, and the behind-the-scenes moments that shaped one of Jamaica's most iconic bands.   In This Episode The story behind "I Still Love You" Songwriting inspiration How "Dance Hall Monic" came about Approach to production Priceless memories   Wayne Armond is a celebrated Jamaican musician, songwriter, vocalist, and producer best known as a founding member of the pioneering reggae band Chalice. With a signature voice and an unmistakable melodic sensibility, Wayne has contributed to some of Jamaica's most enduring musical moments—both with the band and as a solo artist and collaborator. From anthemic hits to deeply personal ballads, Wayne's work has helped define a generation of Jamaican sound and continues to inspire artists across genres and borders.   Mike's Moment Of… is a podcast hosted by Michael Sean Harris, exploring creativity, culture, and spirit through conversations with artists, thinkers, and storytellers from Jamaica, the Caribbean, and beyond. Each episode is a moment to pause, reflect, and reconnect through life, creativity, innovation and the arts.   This conversation is a treasure for music lovers, musicians, and fans of Jamaican artistry. Wayne Armond gives rare insight into the craftsmanship, lived experience, and heart behind some of the island's most meaningful songs—offering wisdom, laughter, and inspiration in every moment.   Connect with Wayne Armond Facebook https://www.facebook.com/wayne.armond.7 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/armondwayne Youtube https://youtube.com/channel/UCAbN3lQZvXvHKZk8SmQLdfA?si=iu3JN0ELT-p-qpKX   🎧 Listen to Mike's Moment Of… wherever you get your podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/channel/reggae-online/id6477742277?hasPaidContent=false 🌐 Follow on Instagram [ @mikesmomentof ] YouTube [ https://youtube.com/@mikesmomentofpodcast ] 📩 Contact / Collaborate: [ [email protected] ]   CREDITS Host: Michael Sean Harris Production:n Michael Sean Harris Music: Michael Sean Harris   Connect with Michael Sean Harris / Reggae Online Instagram @aelsean / @reggaeonlineschool YouTube @michaelseanharris / @reggaeonlineschool Linktree @ReggaeOnline Website michaelseanharris.com / reggae-on-line.com

Mike's Moment Of... Roots Evolution (S2 E1): Clinton Fearon In this powerful Season 2 premiere, Michael Sean Harris sits down with legendary reggae artist Clinton Fearon for an inspiring conversation about his journey from the hills of St. Andrew, Jamaica to becoming one of the most respected voices in roots reggae. Together, they explore the evolution of his sound, the lessons learned with The Gladiators, the spiritual and philosophical core of his songwriting, and how he continues to uplift global audiences through music filled with truth, joy, and resilience. Whether you're a musician, a reggae lover, or simply someone drawn to stories of purpose and creativity, this episode will leave you rooted, grounded, and inspired. Topics Covered Clinton's early memories learning guitar Impactful moments with The Gladiators His approach to songwriting, storytelling, and conscious lyricism Some of his philosophies Advice for young musicians and Clinton's thoughts on legacy Clinton Fearon is a Jamaican-born singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist whose music has influenced generations of reggae artists. After years of shaping the sound of The Gladiators in the 1970s, he moved on to create a vibrant solo career, blending deep roots, acoustic warmth, and lyrical wisdom. His music is known for its positivity, humility, and power—resonating with audiences worldwide. Mike's Moment Of… is a podcast hosted by Michael Sean Harris, exploring creativity, culture, and spirit through conversations with artists, thinkers, and storytellers from Jamaica, the Caribbean, and beyond. Each episode is a moment to pause, reflect, and reconnect through life, creativity, innovation and the arts. Connect with Clinton Fearon Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ClintonFearonMusic Instagram https://www.instagram.com/clintonfearon Youtube http://www.youtube.com/user/ClintonFearon Website http://www.clintonfearon.com Twitter https://twitter.com/clintonfearon Soundcloud https://soundcloud.com/clinton-fearon   MUSIC VIDEOS (selection) On The Other Side (Live at Baco studio), 2021 https://youtu.be/s0sOHofIiw0 Fix It (single), 2020 https://youtu.be/dlrKeGBGbKM Together Again (Clinton Fearon feat. Alpha Blondy), 2019 https://youtu.be/0d8wfInVBQo Why Worry (History Say album), 2019 https://youtu.be/Lr8abFANyCI   🎧 Listen to Mike's Moment Of… wherever you get your podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/channel/reggae-online/id6477742277?hasPaidContent=false 🌐 Follow on Instagram [ @mikesmomentof ] | YouTube [ https://youtube.com/@mikesmomentofpodcast ] 📩 Contact / Collaborate: [ [email protected] ]   CREDITS Host: Michael Sean Harris Production:n Michael Sean Harris Music: Michael Sean Harris   Connect with Michael Sean Harris / Reggae Online Instagram @aelsean / @reggaeonlineschool YouTube @michaelseanharris / @reggaeonlineschool Linktree @ReggaeOnline Website michaelseanharris.com / reggae-on-line.com

We've reached EP 40!! My final episode in the season of #MikesMomentOf 🎉 This episode we do some Light Unpacking of a workshop run by Daphnie and Karl called We Are The Canon! Link in bio or http://linktr.ee/aelsean . . . #theaterarts #directing #decolonizingcurriculum #antiracism #tertiaryeducation #AmericasRaceProblem #artsactivism #latinx #latin #TheatreforSocialChange #Jamaican #BlackTheater #AfroLatinX #UnPacking #WeAreTheCanon Daphnie Sicre Daphnie is currently researching the Afro-Latinx experience in theatre, which analyzes the discourse of race in performance-with particular interest in Latinx and Black Theatre. The focal point of her dissertation was the Afro-Latinx experience within the play Platanos & Collard Greens. She also focuses on Theatre for Social Change perspectives especially for Latinx Theatre, Latin American Theatre, Black Theatre, & Theatre of the Oppressed. Plus theories and practices of Hip Hop Theatre and Applied Theatre. Karl O'Brian Williams Karl O'Brian Williams is a Jamaican-born actor, playwright, producer, and educator. His acting career has taken him from stages in the Caribbean to those in New York, Toronto, and the United Kingdom. In 2019 he was co-writer on the short film "Winston," which received the following film festival selections: the Hip Hop Film Festival, Bronzelens, Circle City Film Festival, Queen City Film Festival, the Pan African Film Festival & the African-American Film Festival – the screenplay was adapted from Williams' Monologue "The Kept Man." Links in Bio Apple Podcasts Links to Podcast, Book and Website Folkbeats & Blipspeak Single: All Forgiven www.michaelseanharris.com   The Book (Commission earned): Mike's Pocket Performance Pointers on Audible Mike's Pocket Performance Pointers on Amazon

On the penultimate episode in this 1st season of #MikesMomentOf I speak with my good friend Alayna Hughes about her journey so far as an audio engineer and music technologist. Alayna was born and raised in Florida, but don´t hold that against her. She started recording music at age 15 and began playing guitar and drums as main instruments as well as making weird noises with drum machines. She attended Full Sail for Recording Arts and Berklee College of Music for Music Production and Engineering while being a drum set principle. After that, she worked in New York for companies such as Avatar Studios and Broadway Video before moving to Valencia to earn a Masters in Music Technology. Besides creating projects as Curiosibot, she creates electronic-rock music, creates videos, and experiments with game environments. Currently, she is a PhD Candidate in the Department of Information and Technology in the Multimodal Interaction Group within the Music Technology Group at the Universitat Pompeu Fabra Barcelona. www.alaynahughes.com www.curiosibot.com .⁣ .⁣ #inspirationalwomen #womenleadership #womenofimpact #sheboss #womenempoweringwomen #womenforwomen #womenunite #WomenInMusic #sciencegirl #womenintech #womenintechnology #techwomen #girlsintech #techgirls #techgirl #womenindigital #womenengineers #womenwhocode

This week, Hazel returns to talk about the Maroons. Two episodes to go for this season. This is Ep 38 of #MikesMomentOf COLONEL KISER COME OH Lewin Collection CD65 #4. Moore Town, Portland.  April 15, 1974.  Maroon Day Celebration   Col.  Kiser come oh we all a Maroon ay Col.  Kiser come oh we all a Maroon ay Today a Maroon day ……………………. Ay ay aday, oh day ay ay ay Col Kiser come oh we all a Maroon ay When we dash a leg, we we benta war oh We wi benta war oh we wi benta aya We we benta war we wi benta ay We wi benta war when we dash a leg     GUMBEY –  Lacovia, St. Elizabeth   Lewin Collection CD35C #3 & #4. "Oh poor Willhel oh"   Drumming and singing - Song – Poor Whilel –– Lacovia, St. Elizabeth  - Gumbey     Folkbeats & Blipspeak Single: "All Forgiven" http://linktr.ee/folkbeats   Website: www.michaelseanharris.com   The Book (Commission earned): Audible: Mike's Pocket Performance Pointers https://www.audible.com/pd/B08G6CQHYZ/?source_code=AUDFPWS0223189MWT-BK-ACX0-212653&ref=acx_bty_BK_ACX0_212653_rh_us Amazon: Mike's Pocket Performance Pointers https://amzn.to/2PNEHCf     To Support what I do: BuyMeACoffee buymeacoffee.com/aelsean Cash App: $aelsean2     Equipment I use to create the podcast (Commission earned): Shure SM 58 Microphone https://amzn.to/3anxthw Zoom H6 https://amzn.to/3fZFv1f Audio Technica AT2020 Condenser Mic https://amzn.to/3fWBz1g Arturia AudioFuse (I use the 2 channel version) https://amzn.to/3iELvP0 As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

This is my 'Not Halloween" episode …filled with more creepy Stories, Myths ands Superstitions from the Jamaican culture and folklore. Ep 37 #MikesMomentOf Bob Marley- Mr Brown https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EREMO3W0mNM Andrea True Connection- White Witch https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZFSCdZlcYPI ANANCY MASH WAY/WASH WAY Lewin Collection CD19 #4. Baba Rowe Cawley, Accompong, St. Elizabeth, Feb, 1969. Maroon Anancy washa way pupu a yenken boy Yu a yenken boy oh, clay ma adeayah Clay ma edea aay ay, ay ay ayay oh say oh ah yaah Anancy mash way, anancy mash way pupu a yenken boy, Yu a yenken boy oh, clay ma eday ay, aay ay ay oh say oh ah ah To Support what I do: BuyMeACoffee Cash App: $aelsean2

Hazel returns to share in EP 36 Dinki, Zella, Gerreh + . Don't forget to check the show notes for extra links and lyrics. #MikesMomentOf @aelsean Benta Instrument: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2N-5qvJRaLI   NDTC Dance Gerrebenta https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QmNC4q6F1i4   ACIJJMB Youtube Channel  https://www.youtube.com/user/ACIJJMB/videos   ACIJJMB https://acij-ioj.org.jm     WALK IN DEH Whylie Collection CD1 #6. Harmony Hall, St. Mary. 1976.  Dinky Minny   Portland train a come, walk in deh, Portland train a come walk in deh Batta go me batta come walk in deh, batta go me batta come, walk in deh. Gawn dung a Ewarton, walk in deh, gawn dun a Ewarton, walk in deh,  Everybody kep dem seat, walk in deh, everybody get on board, walk in deh,  De train about to leave, walk in deh, me gawn dung a Ewarton, walk in deh,  Gawn dung a Ewarton, walk in deh. Dis a train a High gate train, walk in deh, dis a train a High gate train, walk in deh. Grantham a fret me boy, walk in deh, Grantham a fret me boy, walk in deh,  Porty me gawn go park, walk in deh, batta go me batta come, walk in deh     JOHN TURRANCE OOMAN Lewin Collection CD27#5. Riverside, Hanover, 19 August, 1969. Gerreh   John Turrance ooman, John Turrance ooman, John turrance ooman, what a surrance ooman Lef im bed a door, John Turance ooman, im nuh got no rain, John Turrance ooman Lef im clothes a door, John Turrance ooman, an im nuh got no rain, John Turrance ooman John Turrance ooman, John Turrance, John Turrance oomanm John Turrance ooman. What a surrance ooman, John Turance ooman  What a surrance ooman, John Turrance ooman Lef im draws a door, John Turrance ooman, Lef im draws a door, John Turrance ooman John Turrance ooman, John Turance ooman. John Turrance ooman, John Turrance ooman.

I breakdown my folk-fusion composition of Bad Maddanlaw to the most basic elements, examine the building blocks and put it all back together. #MikesMomentOf @aelsean TEDx Berklee Valencia : Folk Currency- Michael Sean Harris  https://youtu.be/9FTVlwY1404   Links in Bio Apple Podcasts Links to Podcast, Book and Website Folkbeats & Blipspeak Single: All Forgiven www.michaelseanharris.com The Book (Commission earned): Mike's Pocket Performance Pointers on Audible Mike's Pocket Performance Pointers on Amazon Mike's Pocket Performance Pointers on iTunes   To Support what I do: BuyMeACoffee Cash App: $aelsean2 Patreon   Equipment I use to create the podcast (Commission earned): Shure SM 58 Microphone Zoom H6 Audio Technica AT2020 Condenser Mic Arturia AudioFuse (I use the 2 channel version) As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

You might not know it but, Hazel Ramsay-McClune accompanied Olive Lewin around Jamaica meeting people and documenting the culture in the 60's and 70's. This is the first of a few conversations I plan to have with her. #MikesMomentOf Folk Invitation.   . . . Links in Bio https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mikes-moment-of/id1499298813 Podcast Episodes: http://linktr.ee/aelsean . . .   #Jamaica #AfricanRetention #religion #Folklore #Proverbs #podcastlife #podcastinglife #goodpodcast #spotifypodcast #podcastersofinstagram #podcastaddict #podcast🎧 #newpodcast #podcastsofinstagram #newpodcastalert #applepodcast #podcasting #radiointerview #podcasts #googlepodcasts #trending #podcastcomumunity #podcasthost #podernfamily #PodcastsOnAmazonMusic @amazonmusic      Links in Bio Apple Podcasts Links to Podcast, Book and Website Folkbeats & Blipspeak Single: All Forgiven www.michaelseanharris.com   The Book: Mike's Pocket Performance Pointers on Audible Mike's Pocket Performance Pointers on Amazon Mike's Pocket Performance Pointers on iTunes   To Support what I do: BuyMeACoffee Cash App: $aelsean2 Patreon   Equipment I use to create the podcast: Shure SM 58 Microphone Zoom H6 Audio Technica AT2020 Condenser Mic Arturia AudioFuse (I use the 2 channel version)