Covered in this Episode:Undergrad vs. grad school educationChanges to the college entrance process during the pandemicBenefits of obtaining a degree abroadTips for high school students starting their college searchAlternative non-degree programs

I’m having an exceptionally hard time being without a Jamaica carnival experience in my life these days. Today… in this very moment, I should be on de road in New Kingston jammin’ on somebody’s man in a gorgeous costume. Instead, road march happening right here on my sofa in Connecticut. Steeeuups!Covered in this episode:Sha’s 2016 - 2018 Carnival in Jamaica adventures 00:20Sandra’s introduction to the carnival world 21:00Sandra’s experience on the scene as a native Cameroonian 23:40Our favorite fetes hosted by Jamaican promotors/brands 27:28How Jamaica stands out from other carnivals 38:33Connect with Sandra Manjie: InstagramTwitterSandra Manjie Website

Carnival season is dearly missed. Under normal circumstances, a bulk of the Caribbean carnival community would have been back home recuperating from a vibe-filled Trinidad carnival experience. BUT...that’s not the case in 2021. Instead, the Trinidad borders remain closed (for good reason), and the best we can do is listen to new soca music, wine in our abodes and relive the precious memories. I’m happy to start this carnival tabanca series off in Trinidad, with Ron...the man behind one of the most notable carnival groups on the Caribbean scene.Covered in this episode:Tips for traveling to St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands 1:08Tips for traveling to Aruba 05:27Sha’s Trinidad Carnival virgin story 09:45All about Limin’ Professionals: The Syndicate (LPTS) with Ron 14:41The highs and lows of planning a carnival tour group 32:45Ron’s top three Trinidad carnival fetes 39:00Tips for Trinidad carnival newbies 44:38Sha’s 5 ways to conquer Trinidad carnival 01:02:12If you’re ready to do a deep dive into my T&T adventures, HERE you will find every Trinidad-related piece I have ever created. Please note that older blog content may have been distorted during our transition to a new web host. Please excuse the appearance as we work on restoring these pages. Enjoy!

This episode is sponsored by Village Me Vintage Boutique. Where fashion is a mood, and no mood is ever the same. Enter “TINGZNICE” at checkout for 10% off your first order.RELATIONSHIPS...the beginning, the end, the in between and purposely undefined.Discussed in this episode:Valentine's Day ..yea or nay?Introducing Kash & MoeRelationships now vs thenThe definition of dating in 2021Commitment vs. marriageThe transition from dating to exclusivityShowcasing relationships on social mediaThings that make you go hmmm...about relationshipsSpecial thanks to everyone who participated in the podcast prep sessions on Instagram and ClubHouse. Your input was invaluable! And of course, we can’t forget to thank the KashMoe duo.

It’s been an eventful couple of weeks since my last episode. I’ve been on the move and am finally able to share the details of my birthday travels. Since this episode is soooo long I’ll keep this written introduction super short. Covered in this episode (time markers included):My passport saga (3:12)The winter storm COVID testing journey (8:08)American Airlines epic fail (16:25)The Roatan experience (27:00)The return COVID testing experience (39:00)4000 follower rant (43:00)Commitment issues (50:00)Joining me on IG Live this week for a Q&A about my trip! Details on my Instagram page.

Happy February Beloveds!Y'all know it's my favorite time of year...my birthday season is officially upon us! In just a few short days #thegreat38 will be at my doorstep, and I cannot wait to celebrate! Granted, this year will look a little different thanks to the pandemic, but my vibes cannot be stopped.To kick of this beautful month I've asked my self proclaimed lil brutha, the content king, and proud Aquarian @chavdakid to join me on this episode. Chavy is A 26 year old Antiguan content creator who’s mantra "Post Yo Sh*t" drives his daily way of living.Covered in this episode:Lyrics of the weekSecret Handmade T'ingz discount code for listenersThe importance of celebrating lifeGrowing into our unapologetic selvesUnpopular Aquarius traits that we own 100%The benefits of supporting the success of othersHow Chav da Kid came to beRecommendations and tips for aspiring content creatorsConnect with ChavyWebsite | Instagram

Covered in this episode:The art of recharging Staycation recapsReview of Fonrose's CarniCademy courseMy quarantine watch listBrand upgrades and changes for 2021February 1st restock for Handmade T'ingzMake sure you come back on February 1st for episode 203 with Chav da Kid! That's also the day our February restock goes live. Save yuh pennies, and get ready to buy Black because you don't want to miss out on this next batch of accessories!#201

Happy New Year!I'm so excited to be back in the T'ingz Nice recording studio! There have been so many upgrades to the brand over the past couple months, but I'm going to save all that juice for the second episode. We're going to focus our attention on mental and emotional health today with featured guest Daydream Alston, also known as Oyabunmi. Day is a visionary, creator, and devotee of the Ifa tradition. She is an author and founder of  her own publication company, and also hosts the YouTube series ‘My Orisha Journey’ in which she uses her voice to demystify the Ifa tradition. Lastly, she is a diviner who channels inspirational messages for her clients via tarot readings.Day has three recommendations on how to step into 2021 as your best self and take better control of your life.Connect with Day!Click HERE to stay connected to Day via her social media channels...The Thank You Corner!Sending special shout outs to those who assisted with the podcast prep for this episode.This episode would not have been possible without Day Oyabunmi Alston...but, I also couldn’t have pressed forth without the participation of some awesome-sauce IG supports. So I’d like to take this time out to thank: rosewiththecurlzesqapeartistcym.ulacrumbelove__mjojo111079jaxjacqMonatmoney2.0natralVZNChukanooksKarlansiamillsBaselsocaloversLisascullyUntil next time...Love, Sha

#TingzNice #CarnivalLife #SocaSceneWe’re checking in with my girl Tia on this episode! She’s a Caribbean gyal with roots in Guyana and Trinidad, and is the proud owner of Village Me Vintage Boutique. You should already know that the subject of carnival is on the agenda, but here is a list of other topics we discuss: Juggling a 9 - 5 career while owning a brick and mortar company Fashion trends for Fall 2020 The joys and struggles of entrepreneurship Traveling to Jamaica during the COVID-19 pandemic Carnival costumes designs Fete preferencesTo read the full blog post and obtain more information on my brand please be sure to visit https://www.tingznice.com/niceish28If you liked this post please give the video a thumbs up and share with your friends. Remember that another T’ingz Nice video is always around the corner.🔔 SUBSCRIBE to NICE-ISH Carnival Podcast and be sure to ring that bell to turn on notifications: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRzAFphbaQCeEDYCv8hrLbw🎙️ A new episode of Nice-ish Carnival Podcast will be posted on the channel each month.***********************************************************************🎧 AUDIO PODCAST - LISTEN, SUBSCRIBE AND REVIEW!***********************************************************************► Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nice-ish-a-tingz-nice-podcast/id1491774604► Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1geQMEetkEym9gLt39Qlgx► Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/socajukeboxFOLLOW Today's Guest:► Instagram: https://instagram.com/villagemevintage************************************************ABOUT NICE-ISH CARNIVAL PODCAST************************************************Nice-ish a carnival-specific podcast that addresses chat-worthy topics straight off the Caribbean social scene. It's your one stop spot to get all the information you need to be successful in this carnival-chasing lifestyle. You’ll be filled with knowledge, and getting updates from Sha and other professionals in the field of bacchanal. The audio podcast is available on Apple, Google, Spotify, SoundCloud and other major platforms.**************************************ABOUT T’INGZ NICE**************************************T’ingz Nice is a Caribbean-lifestyle brand dedicated to pushing the Caribbean culture forward through various creative methods. So, whether you’re looking for guidance and information on planning a carnival, are interested in learning how to design carnival accessories, or wish to collaborate in some way, shape or form, T’ingz Nice is the place for you! Please don’t hesitate to reach out to Sha via email or on any of her social media platforms.**************************************FOLLOW T’iNGZ NICE**************************************► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tingznice► Twitter: https://twitter.com/tingznice--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/niceish/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/niceish/support

We’re back with another episode! To keep the carnival memories alive we’re introducing the Carnival Love Story Series to the platform. It’s an exciting opportunity for us to connect with carnival chasers who hail from outside the Caribbean. If you watched my "Flat Black" episode on YouTube a few years back then you’re already familiar... we’ve simply given it a glow-up!The first person to grace us with his presence on the episode is none other than DJ Wumi. In this episode we discuss: His introduction to carnival The highs and lows of carnival planning What keeps him addicted to the carnival lifestyle Costume selection from a male perspective Caribbean cuisine that changed his lifehttps://soundcloud.com/socajukebox/niceish27YouTube Video Editionhttps://youtu.be/MZfEx8q04I8If you liked this post please give it a thumbs up on YouTube and share with your friends. Remember that more T’ingz Nice content is always around the corner.🔔 SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel and be sure to ring that bell to turn on notifications:FOLLOW Todays Guest:► Instagram: @DJWUMI🎧 ABOUT NICE-ISH CARNIVAL PODCAST- LISTEN, SUBSCRIBE AND REVIEW!Nice-ish is a carnival-specific podcast that addresses chat-worthy topics straight off the Caribbean social scene. It's your one stop spot to get all the information you need to be successful in this carnival-chasing lifestyle. You’ll be filled with knowledge, and getting updates from Sha and other professionals in the field of bacchanal. The audio podcast is available on Apple, Google, Spotify, SoundCloud and other major platforms.🎙️ Two new episodes of Nice-ish Carnival Podcast will be posted on the channel each month.► Apple► Spotify► SoundcloudABOUT T’INGZ NICET’ingz Nice is a Caribbean-lifestyle brand dedicated to pushing the Caribbean culture forward through various creative methods. So, whether you’re looking for guidance and information on planning a carnival, are interested in learning how to design carnival accessories, or wish to collaborate in some way, shape or form, T’ingz Nice is the place for you! Please don’t hesitate to reach out to Sha via email or on any of her social media platforms.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/niceish/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/niceish/support