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“The LINK Up Podcast”, “Platonically Speaking”, “Bright & Facety” and “So You’re 30.. Now What?” and more!thelinkuppodcast.buzzsprout.com

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”, “So You’re 30.. Now What?” & “World Talk” and more!

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Episodes

Episode 115 | “Lace Bunny”

Send us a text On this episode: Some members are feeling the spirit of Halloween. The cast talks Mac’s return (again), key voter registration information, plus an “Expat Tax”?! What are your top issues for this election? More crucial GOV spending, 88K is the new population estimate. Plus, why you should form a bloc to vote & leverage power, this & much more! Support the show...

Oct 30, 20241 hr 32 min

World Talk | Audio Only | “Erick F: The Futurist

Send us a text In the final segment of this two part episode of World Talk, Erick Faustino gives us insight into how he created a world renowned online community for the video game Smash Ultimate. Can crypto currency work in the Cayman Islands? Tune in to find out! The USA Debt mentioned and joked about during this show is referenced to this piece of information stating the Cayman Islands holds $378.1 Billions in U.S Treasuries. https://www.investopedia.com/articles/markets-economy/090616/5-coun...

Oct 22, 20242 hr 3 min

World Talk | Audio Only | “Erick F: The NoWherian”

Send us a text In this two part episode of World Talk, Erick Faustino joins us to talk about life in the Philippines and moving to Cayman with his family at a young age. At first, assimilating into society was a struggle for Erick and he shares with us the trials and tribulations he faced in order to overcome them. The USA Debt mentioned and joked about during this show is referenced to this piece of information stating the Cayman Islands holds $378.1 Billions in U.S Treasuries. https://www.inve...

Oct 14, 20241 hr 40 min

Episode 114 | “Straight Outta Scranton”

Send us a text On this episode: Things get political when special guest Minister Kenneth Bryan stops by. The cast dives into his upbringing, the driving force for change & his start into politics. “KB” dishes on his PPM days, billboards, Barbados, along with thoughts on a former Premier or 2, cruise piers, & marijuana + this & much more! Trigger Warning, mentions headline story that includes rape, murder Support the show...

Oct 09, 20242 hr 26 min

Episode 113 | “Batabano King”

Send us a text On this episode: With the full cast in studio, the team recap the latest Carnival news. Wha Happenin’ reviews are in. Spoiler Alert. CIG discusses plans for a driving demerit system, the referendum date changes to a more sensible one. Cardi B “& DID” plus did Butterfield misstep, this & much more! Support the show

Oct 02, 20241 hr 20 min

World Talk | “Seaford Russell Jr.”

Send us a text In this Episode of World Talk, we speak to Cayman Compass Lead Sports Journalist, Seaford Russell Jr, about overcoming the trials and tribulations he faced growing up, such as the deaths of his father and brother and changing his trajectory from prison or the grave to positivity and upliftment. Seaford Russell Jr is a director in the non-profit organization Boyz 2 Men, a non profit that specializes in reaching out and mentoring at risk youth in the Cayman Islands. Support the show...

Oct 01, 20241 hr 31 min

Episode 112 | “Freak Offs”

Send us a text Content Warning: Mention of mainstream headline story involving sexual assault. May be sensitive for viewers. On this episode: Bonus content this week thanks to TS Helene. The cast brings out the weather apps, discusses the aftermath of the storm & flooding. A random steak review pops up, talk of viral crime videos, plus Diddy did it. Shoutouts to Leon & a new pyramid scheme has reached Cayman? This & much Support the show...

Sep 28, 20241 hr 42 min

Episode 111 | “Concessions”

Send us a text On this episode: It’s a “BoysCast” when guest Progressives Leader Joey Hew joins the couch. The first sitting politician to visit the TLUP & discuss family life, his background into politics along with the differing ideologies in Cayman. We look at some memorable moments from his time as a Minister & get into “Park & Ride” concepts, the National Housing issues plus Chris has a pipe dream, this & much more! Support the show...

Sep 25, 20242 hr 12 min

SY30NW? | 011 “21 Questions”

Send us a text If I was hit and I was hurt, would you be by my side? If it was time to put in work, would you be down to ride? Sounds like 21 questions…. The ladies of SY30NW have questions (maybe not 21 questions). Self- love, growth…. Tune in to listen to what the ladies get into as they get deep in their responses to “21 questions”🍷 Support the show...

Sep 24, 20241 hr 26 min

Episode 110 | “I Love You”

Send us a text On this episode: Artwork for $7 Mil?? The Minister is making moves, voters are concerned with housing, development & inflation. Kvsha cares but the guys don’t? Mental check-ins & shout out to the creators, Brittany Kelly, Cassandra Shea & John Reno Jackson, this & much more! Support the show

Sep 18, 20241 hr 14 min

World Talk | Brian “Dizzy” Yelverton

Send us a text In this episode of World Talk we will be talking to a man you may remember begging at the West Bay supermarket and Pink shop. This same man turned his life around and overcame his 7yr crack addiction. Brian “Dizzy” Yelverton, formally known as Dizzy is clean, sober and has reconnected with his children while helping those with substance abuse issues through his work in Narcotics Anonymous meetings. This interview was created to help inspire those struggling with addiction as Dizzy...

Sep 16, 20242 hr 2 min

Episode 109 | “Lost in New York”

Send us a text On this episode: The crew is back together with special guest director, writer, producer Jazz. Jazz talks about her short film “Ivan” & her life in the film industry trying to win her 1st Oscar. Rashad hates New York City & tells a tale of his late night adventures. Is CPR sending out bias surveys to the public? Plus an RCIPS scandal, this & much more! Support the show...

Sep 11, 20241 hr 29 min

Episode 108 | “Camana Bay Foster’s”

Send us a text On this episode: The Miss Universe Cayman recap that you didn’t ask for but we did it anyway. The cast talk about island prejudices plus some high school jokes, and an emphasis is made on Punctuality. Also, it’s been 20 years since Hurricane Ivan, a movie screening is in the works, this & much more! Support the show

Sep 04, 20241 hr 25 min

Episode 107 | “Subscribe or Die”

Send us a text On this episode: With “Back to School” in effect, the cast reminisces on High School. Chris is held accountable. Rashad brings in the Pickleball promo before discussing the infamous YouTube video & Cayman’s reality. Day beds at the movies?? Some love for World Talk & RIP to a cultural icon, this & much more! Support the show...

Aug 28, 20241 hr 31 min

World Talk | “Cayman Brac’s Most Wanted” Pt. 2

Send us a text In this Episode of World Talk, dubbed as Art Talk, we continue our conversations into the mind of Nathan Frank Walton, artistically known as Life After Death. In this episode, we discuss how the repercussions of Nathan’s criminal behavior started to take a toll on him, his family and friends. Resulting in Nathan hanging up the title of Cayman Brac’s Most Wanted. Listener discretion is strongly advised as we discuss drug, alcohol and sexual abuse as well as criminal activity. Becau...

Aug 26, 20241 hr 40 min

World Talk | “Cayman Brac’s Most Wanted”

Send us a text In this Episode of World Talk, dubbed as Art Talk, we begin our conversations into the mind of Nathan Frank Walton, artistically known as Life After Death. Listener discretion is strongly advised as we discuss drug, alcohol and sexual abuse as well as criminal endeavors. The goal of this interview is to help society understand the mentality of a young man in turmoil and how his actions impact himself, loved ones and the greater community. For the first part of the interview, we ex...

Aug 19, 20241 hr 25 min

Episode 106 | “Attempted Manslaughter”

Send us a text On this episode: The cast is joined by journalist/influencer Monica Walton. She discusses the start of her career at Cayman 27 & pivoting into entrepreneurship. The cast has some fun with her & gets into the worst Olympic performance ever, John John’s Tahoe, & Gov’t spending. There is a PROGRESSIVE change in leadership, some CAL woes, plus some food vendor tips, this & much more! Support the show...

Aug 14, 20241 hr 55 min

World Talk | “The Venezuela Episode”

Send us a text World Talk is a show hosted by Philipp Richter that discusses both regional and global political and societal trends. On this episode, he will be discussing the most recent Venezuelan election. Why Venezuela you ask? This country was once referred to as the Dubai of Latin America and how has a poverty rate of 70% due to socialist policies. To discuss this further, Philipp is joined by Venezuela’s own Tanny Onsalo who had to flee her home country to pursue a better life on Paris, F...

Aug 08, 20241 hr 17 min

Episode 105 | “Kiss Me, Baby”

Send us a text On this episode: The trio returns after a week’s vacation to recap the latest events. Of course it’s some talk of the Olympics & the love for Jordan Crooks & co. Cayman was swept with pride, but its never without some controversy. Vic gives a hot take, plus some stuff on ReGen, the cruise industry & the ACC DVDL case, this & much more! Support the show...

Aug 07, 20241 hr 43 minEp. 105

Episode 104 | “No Mas”

Send us a text On this episode: With a full house, the crew recap the weekend & the latest current events. This Fest, that Fest, pretty privilege, payday drama & what the hell is CrowdStrike anyway? Parliament returns plus influencer marketing, donating 200K & shoutouts to West Bay IYKYK, this & much more! Support the show

Jul 24, 20241 hr 30 minEp. 104

Episode 103 | “Tussling”

Send us a text On this episode: Kvsha finally decided to come back from her travels. After a quick recap of the trip, the cast discusses the latest current events such as CUC, the gun amnesty. Plus, the Mckeeva Bush not guilty verdict & the Donald Trump “assassination” attempt, this & much more! *Trigger Warning - mentions mainstream media case of rape and sexual assault Support the show...

Jul 17, 20241 hr 26 minEp. 103

BONUS: The Hurricane Beryl Episode

Send us a text On this episode: A quick gathering after the storm madness, the squad shares a “Good Samaritan” story, plus some lessons from the past along with some much deserved “Thank You’s” - this & much more! Support the show

Jul 10, 20241 hr 12 min

SY30NW? | 010 “Greg Talk”

Send us a text It’s the “We Love Greg” show. Jusssst kidding (but not kidding). The ladies of SY30NW engage in a discussion with Chris & Vic from The Link Up Podcast. We discuss mental health & relationships with special guest Greg Miller, M.S.C from Infinite Mind Care. Tune in to find out why we love Greg! Support the show

Jun 27, 20241 hr 56 min

Episode 102 | “Pop Out”

Send us a text On this episode: Former Miss Cayman & friend of the show Tonie, joins the crew. Chris has some whiskey blues as we discuss Self-Defense defenses, changes to the National Conservation Act & the DOT. A quick look into the Compass “Time Back Project”, plus a morbid “Days Of Our Lives” story & GT businesses shuts down. BTW - bring back Miss Corita’s Special. A reminder for you to take advantage of the HSA’s free HIV screenings this week, this & much more! Support the s...

Jun 26, 20241 hr 46 minEp. 102

Episode 101 | “Jungle Justice”

Send us a text On this episode: Chris, Kvsha & Rashad recall EP. 100, The great flood, & OTW Fest. Are the Paris Olympics Cayman’s greatest chance at olympic podium? Some “Jungle Justice” because the people fed up but has it gone too far? Is this trend of vigilantism going to get someone hurt? Chris is walking away from politics, this & much more! Support the show...

Jun 19, 20241 hr 30 minEp. 101

SY30NW? | 009 “Big Sister Chat”

Send us a text A little sister has entered the chat 🍷! The ladies of SY30NW have a big sister chat on all things thirties with special guests. Tune in to find out what we learned from the “littles”. Support the show

May 22, 202453 min

The LINK Up BONUS Episode: | “Not Like Us”

Send us a text On this episode: As a lead up to celebrating the 100th episode at Agave on May 30th (You’re invited btw) - we had to get a podcast out; it’s just too many topics to leave unattended. So strap in as the usual suspects cover everything from Mother’s Day, ATM scams, Luca, to Barbados & the Cuban Migrants - this & much more! Make sure to catch Cayman Art Week 2024 (May 22nd - 26th) & LINK Up with us for a Live Show, Meet & Greet on May 30th at Agave. Check out @podlink...

May 15, 20241 hr 42 min

Episode 099.5 | “Untitled”

Send us a text On this episode: OG Lana returns along with special guest Leon (Mr. Tuesday). The full house “discusses a range of topics” from Capella, Miss Universe Cayman to the Cotton Diner. The crew shares some group chat etiquette & hits on n****, education, employment/mentorship, this & much more! Leadership Cayman & One2One Pickleball Tournament Register: https://www.pickleball.ky/2to2/ Support the show...

May 01, 20241 hr 55 min

Episode 099 | “KY-Mani”

Send us a text On this episode: Vic, Chris, Kvsha & Rashad’s weekly recap includes some OJ stuff, Unemployment woes, & the infamous CMR. The cast discusses the feedback from last week’s bombshell episode & joined by a special guest. Chris shares a valuable lesson from the Tom & Jerry cartoon. Plus a quick update on Emancipation Day, Boilers Rd. & a Snapchat predator, this & much more! Support the show...

Apr 24, 20241 hr 33 minEp. 99

Episode 098 | “Grand Cayman: Ya Understand?”

Send us a text On this episode: With a full crew on set, the recap of the week is interrupted for a very important message - the reality behind reality TV. Tyson joins in to tackle misinformation around his relationships & a notorious kidnapping ordeal, this & much more! Support the show

Apr 17, 20241 hr 43 minEp. 98
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