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Unfiltered. A podcast network with shows focusing on current events ranging from pop culture to politics. No topic is off-limits and the discussions are as varied as the panels! Similarly to catching up with friends, join in dialogue that is both entertaining and informative. Home of the “The LINK Up Podcast”, “Platonically Speaking”, “Bright & Facety” and “So You’re 30.. Now What?” and more!

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140 episodes

SY30NW? | 008 “Crew Love”

Grab your bottle of wine!🍷It’s been a whole year… Ladies tune in, gentlemen take notes! What have the ladies of SY30NW been up to? What has changed, what is the same? Love? Career changes? One thing is for sure… We’re still loving the crew… Support the show https://www.buzzsprout.com/1828838/support

54m
Mar 27
Episode 096 | “No Diddy”

On this episode: Vic, Chris & Kvsha are back with a weekend recap, the “1-2” finish plus a New York trip. Diddy did it. Another building is going up *rolls eyes* What is MAYA-1? National ID cards & the power of Networking. RIP to Krispy Kreme, this & much more!  Support the show https://www.buzzsprout.com/1828838/support

1h 37m
Mar 27
Episode 095 | “Mrs. Heather”

On this episode:  OG Lana & former Olympian Heather Harvey takeover The Link Up set, as a long time listener - we catch up on sports, youth programs & life changes as a parent. The ladies get into the issues of beach vendors, more development & photo ops. BTW - someone deserves a medal, watch out for the Finsta’s, this & much more!  Support the show https://www.buzzsprout.com/1828838/support

1h 33m
Mar 27
Episode 094 | “Lemonade”

On this episode:  The boys are alone this week - yikes. We get a weekend recap, the latest scandal with the Royals & someone uses the “R” word. Politicians hit the streets & apparently Kaibo, plus tipping culture & Vybz Kartel questions. A legend retires & someone celebrates a birthday, this & much more!  Shout outs to Helen’s Kitchen!  Support the show https://www.buzzsprout.com/1828838/support

1h 41m
Mar 20
Episode 093 | “Skiing”

On this episode: With the full gang in studio, Vic, Chris, Rashad & Kvsha recap the last week. A Caymanian lands a new movie deal. Mac’s case crumbles, drama at Northward and the predators are lurking. *screenshots* SakéPapi is impressed with Vaping, Kvsha is quite aggressive this pod and the #2 Candidate for George Town West makes special announcement, this & much more!  Support the show https://www.buzzsprout.com/1828838/support

1h 53m
Mar 06
Episode 092 | “One Love”

On this episode: The usual suspects are joined by special guest Jevy to recap the latest act of Gun Violence. With somewhat a somber mood, the cast discusses gangs, banks, dreads & much more!  Support the show https://www.buzzsprout.com/1828838/support

1h 28m
Feb 28
Episode 091 | “Biddies”

On this episode: Is this thing on? Blame Chris. Shaking the rust off. It’s been so long, we’re sorry. The cast runs through some heartbreak songs, sports, music and the usual “current events”, this & much more! Support the show https://www.buzzsprout.com/1828838/support

1h 27m
Feb 21
Episode 090 | “The Haunting”

On this episode:  Do people even read the episode recap? October means Breast Cancer Awareness Month, word to Leon. Serious allegations are discussed, 750K worth. Know the difference between sexual harassment & flirting. Kvsha is telling lies. Rest in Power to an icon. CIMA goes for 70. War in the Middle East, Sunday trading, CUC praise, this & much more! 📣 Giveaway Alert 📣 for “The Haunting Part III” - Listen in for details!  Support the show https://www.buzzsprout.com/1828838/support

1h 46m
Oct 25, 2023
Episode 089 | “Sloppy Toppy”

On this episode:  Back after a short break, the crew returns to recap the week. A quick look into “The Retirement Plan” & some Cayman Airways hate. “Sound of Freedom” outrage questions. When is it time to cut off a relationship? Plus, head turning viral videos, some GOV moves along with a BTW Breaking News announcement. Numbers are in at 86,000 plus Brackers saving lives, this & much more! Support the show https://www.buzzsprout.com/1828838/support

2h 9m
Oct 11, 2023
Episode 088 | “Drivel”

On this episode:  Fresh out of the basement, SakéPapi is back. A change in Host may be on the horizon? The group recaps the week with an update in Stamp Duty plans GOV motions. Ladies, please remember “SING!” - Resignations galore & some political strategy speculation is in the air. Plus some Pop Culture news mixed with Cayman Culture/Tik Tok, this & much more! Support the show https://www.buzzsprout.com/1828838/support

1h 56m
Sep 27, 2023
Episode 087 | “Character Building”

On this episode:  A full house returns with special guest Jevy. The weekly recaps consists of High School fights, teachers, checking kid’s phones & D grabs the mic. Remember “Men be nasteh!” - Kayla. Also, Parliament gets social, the myth of what a Government can/can’t do & the disconnect amongst the people. Football is for fun, the love of the game. Women lying to protect men’s egos plus some good ole’ Government hating, this & much more! Support the show https://www.buzzsprout.com/1828838/support

2h 23m
Sep 21, 2023
Episode 086 | “Poke The Bear”

On this episode:  Vic, Rashad & Kvsha are joined by Jera. The former pageant girl shares her insights. We talk “Debt” & her reign as Halloween costume champ. For the record, Miami trips are a NEED. Lies about money in relationships are discussed. A “See Em Are” defense? Some news updates on the Lottery & Weed referendum, liquor licenses, plus beach erosion & much more! Support the show https://www.buzzsprout.com/1828838/support

1h 23m
Sep 14, 2023
Episode 085 | “Miss Teen 2010”

On this episode:  The boys link up w/ K & Kvsha on the couches. Talking on the phone for hours, people still do this? Chris sings to Kvsha, or so she says. Props to JGHS. Miss Cayman Universe goes off without a “hitch”. Trap music at Carnivals brings forth an argument. An Insurance PSA. Wait, are you allowed to grieve for a side chick? School buses for private schools or nah? Another house in need of a home. Happy Birthday Heather OLY, this & much more! Support the show https://www.buzzsprout.com/1828838/support

1h 39m
Sep 07, 2023
Episode 084 | “The Great”

On this episode:  Vic, Chris, Rashad & Kisha are working overtime this week. OG Lana joins in for a fireside chat of sorts, ranging from therapy & parenting, to body counts & dating. The cast recaps the Sha’Carri win, Coach Gillie’s woes & “Sex” on the beach. Flow gets a fine, Pension withdrawal warnings & things get pissy with the pranks. Shoutout to Chris’s dad on the birthday & to Rackham’s Curry Cheese Fries, this & much more! Support the show https://www.buzzsprout.com/1828838/support

2h 34m
Aug 23, 2023
Episode 083 | “You Know Me Awha?”

Content Warning: Mention of mainstream headlines involving sexual assault and rape. May be sensitive for viewers.  On this episode:  The gang is back to recap the week’s drama & current events. Rashad breaks down his whiskey woes, WORC is working (No Pun) & Crypto scams surround us. Bermuda intros a new Tax but should Cayman follow? A master class in OBE PR moves is discussed along with “The Blind Side”. An irresponsible convo on sexual harassment is had, we apologize - this & much more! Support the show https://www.buzzsprout.com/1828838/support

1h 45m
Aug 17, 2023
Episode 082 | “Sounds like Hate”

On this episode:  Vic, Chris & K breakdown the week. Focusing on littering campaigns, promotional efforts & impressive milestones. Shout out to Gram Bella’s btw! Chris hates on Jamaican Independence, K hates on the Miss Universe Cayman girls. The episode is rollercoaster (No pun). Complete with a recap of the Montgomery Brawl & a Tinder date, this & much more! Support the show https://www.buzzsprout.com/1828838/support

2h 15m
Aug 15, 2023
Episode 081 | “Combination”

On this episode:  The boys recap the week (Kisha spills the drinks at Girl’s Night btw). The Crooks duo are handing business in Japan. A “learn to swim” program is on the horizon, the Aliens have “landed” & Twitter is no more. Inflation, Inflation, Inflation, the Westin goes up 10. Vic gets vulnerable & Chris calls out a Political smear campaign. Some Barbados talk & Oppenheimer gives a quick history lesson, this & much more! Support the show https://www.buzzsprout.com/1828838/support

1h 44m
Aug 03, 2023
Episode 080 | “Rankin Beef (No Biggie)”

On this episode:   Fresh off of summer break, is it too late to recap CAYMAS? The group recaps the last few weeks and notes a certain company is a bit tone deaf. A timeless debate of Island Taste vs. Tortuga. Some CAL news; a minimum wage update and the return to K’s DMs. FATF Grey lists, a lesson in Art Fraud 101 and Twitter/promoter wars & much more! Support the show https://www.buzzsprout.com/1828838/support

2h 0m
Jul 27, 2023
Episode 079 | “Cologne”

On this episode:   A full house of TLUP members catch up with Cayman Art Week & recaps the week. Everybody knows “West Shore Plaza” is pink, & “Galleria Plaza” is the blue one right? Is leaving Cayman for good really a thing? Somebody in the cast doesn’t believe in wearing cologne. Vic snitches, smh.. Plus a brief look into an MP’s scandal, Cabinet’s decision to review Single Use plastics, this & much more! Support the show https://www.buzzsprout.com/1828838/support

1h 29m
Jun 15, 2023
Episode 078 | “Muddy Puddles”

On this episode:  The podcast issues its annual Hurricane Season warning with “Hurricane Jevy” joining in on the festivities. “Unc” buys the Compass plus what the hell is “Native Advertising”?! The group discusses some news items like OfReg offering up more solar capacity, a road change reversal and explosions. The squad also recaps OOTW Festival, this and much more!  Support the show https://www.buzzsprout.com/1828838/support

1h 51m
Jun 08, 2023
Episode 077 | “$50 Date Challenge”

On this episode:  Fresh off the plane, K recaps Afro Nation for the show. Reactions to the Government’s efforts on Interest Rates and workshops. The crew pauses to highlight some Cayman talent before discussing the Airport of yesteryear. And can someone tell Usher to stop it please? RIP to a legend btw. The boundary commission has a tall task ahead and K looks for a date (guys, DM the podcast), this and much more!  Support the show https://www.buzzsprout.com/1828838/support

1h 35m
Jun 06, 2023
Episode 076 | “140 Million”

On this episode:  The return of the Saké! The gang recaps a National tragedy while enjoying a sip. Should Sean Paul provide a discount from now on to the island? Royal car chases, beefing with teenagers and Vic’s entitlement as a fan. The group discuses why bus drivers need love too, some road changes and its impacts along with story time from Chris. This and much more!  Support the show https://www.buzzsprout.com/1828838/support

1h 59m
May 30, 2023
Episode 075 | “SakéPapi”

On this episode: An OG LINK Up member returns & turns out the Saké was 18% alcohol. The gang has a semi Capella recap followed by some Swanky Kitchen Band appreciation. Social issues, social issues, social issues. Shout outs out to the 7 year old car import ban & to the guy still in ‘97 Integra. Egyptian studies is a thing, we talk education & active shooter drills. For the record, Kisha is not a prison princess. Some hot takes about the NAU & the family on the beach before HR has enough and much more! 

1h 25m
May 04, 2023
Episode 074 | “Rough Rider”

On this episode: Vic & Chris invite Kisha & Jevy to the table for a chat on all things from the recent Mid-Term GTC meeting, to garbage woes and lakes in Scranton. Someone thinks that Earth is a scam, just saying. We should never allow Chris to give a Red Sky @ Night recap while gone off saké. The group gets into small business struggles and playgrounds next to the highways. Shoutouts to Maples btw. Jevy wants all the smoke with Carnival (again) and much more! 

1h 48m
Apr 27, 2023
Episode 073 | “The Podfather”

On this episode: It’s been a while so the women of the SY30NW? podcast join Vic & Chris to catch up.  With the good good energy in the room, the group recaps Easter, fake camping and Jet Around Cayman. With Carfita drama, Chris renews his call to put the money into swimming. Crabs in a bucket mentality is still real. Locked Up Abroad? Trump, Prison BAEs and financial security in relationships. Why did Instagram remove the “Activity Tab”?? Find out who “Cheats back” along with some good divorce tips and much more! 

1h 39m
Apr 20, 2023
Episode 072 | “Horse Dead and Cow Fat”

On this episode: K joins to talk sports, sort of. The group discusses pandemic memories & national swim team pictures. The case for a Jordan Crooks public holiday is made. Find out who has fat fingers plus a dash of WORC website slander. The crew does a PR test and K gets on her soapbox about band launches and payment plans and much more! Remember to lock your doors!

1h 52m
Apr 11, 2023
Episode 071 | “The Resignation”

On this episode: Riding with a light crew, the show discusses politics & the whole “he said, she said game”. Some gambling talk, rumors & did someone resign mid-show? 2 billion for a dump, plus a goal of getting 1K cars off the road. Sandra gets her flowers & Jevy gives insight reality show tapings an and much more! 

1h 45m
Apr 03, 2023
Episode 070 | “Bush Tea”

On this episode: OG Lana stops by to chop up the latest news, a reshuffling of sorts. Remember that words have meaning folks. District Councils anyone? Jevy passes through & chaos ensues. Find out why he’s a fan of the “Old Time HR” and to Snook’s point, what does OfReg do? Another resignation and before Jevy ends up on the ledge, find out what you should do if a cougar sexually harasses you. This and much more

2h 25m
Mar 23, 2023
Episode 069 | “Miss Cassava Piece”

On this episode: The boys catch up with the new & rebranded T. The trio discusses some pageantry items, the AG show madness before chopping it up with the entrepreneur behind @ecoeatscayman - Manu. Chris has an idea for the AG show plus should Board Members be paid? Shout out to the OG Winner’s Circle, the wellness park idea and is low income housing really a thing? The group highlights the Sexual Harassment Bill that has now opened for discussion and & much more! 

2h 19m
Mar 21, 2023
Episode 068 | “Red Bay Weekday”

On this episode: K joins in to recap her Valentine’s Day/night. Road rage & road issues are discussed in a roundabout way. Climate change & a Royal visit gets Chris lively, as per usual. Can government play a larger role in educating the masses to care about issues? This & much more! 

1h 20m
Mar 07, 2023