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Hey everyone, welcome to this very special bonus episode of the podcast. This podcast, carry On Friends, has always been a place for culture, connection and meaningful conversations, and now I'm taking it to the next level. On January 13, 2015, I launched the very first episode of the podcast. Can you believe it? It's 10 years since the very first episode of Carry On Friends 10 years. It feels like it wasn't that long ago, but I know it was that long ago. It's like that really surreal feeling to look back at this journey, and what started as a passion project to amplify Caribbean voices has grown into something really special that's connected so many of you to me across the diaspora. Now, as I reflect on this milestone, I realize that it is time Time for a way for us to connect more deeply, to continue the conversations we've started here on the podcast and to grow together. And I wanted to do that in a way that felt authentic to me, and that's why I'm excited to share a special announcement with you On January 13, 2025, the 10-year anniversary of the launch of our first episode I'll be launching the Carry On Friends community of friends.

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This isn't just a membership. It's a space where we can connect authentically within whatever feels right for you, grow personally, professionally, and preserve the incredible legacy of our culture. Now I've designed three membership tiers foundation, roots and legacy each tailored to meet you where you are, whether you're just starting your journey, listening to the podcast and getting used to the show and enjoying the content, or you're ready to build something lasting. So let's dive a little bit more into why I'm launching this, what's included, why you should consider joining, especially now during our founding member window. So over the years, I've had a lot of amazing conversations with listeners like you. Most of you engage with me offline. You will comment on social media posts, but oftentimes you are sending DMs, you are sending me emails, and that's how most of you have chosen to connect with me and the podcast.

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One of the common things that keeps coming up in these off-the-ear conversations, as I like to call them, is a craving for deeper, more meaningful connections, a space to explore culture, a little bit more ideas and growth in a way that feels intentional and impactful. I also heard a lot of online spaces feel impersonal, too big, overwhelming, not safe. That's why it's important for me to create this community that prioritize quality over quantity, where every voice matters and where we can truly connect and do some things that are impactful. So the community of friends is designed to bring us together, to spark these deeper conversations and again create a space where we can learn, grow, share and support one another. It's about culture, it's about connection, it's about contribution, because all of us together, we can build something bigger than ourselves.

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Now let me tell you a little bit more about how the membership works. Okay, so, as I mentioned before, there are three tiers foundation, roots and legacy. Foundation is our first tier and this is for you if you love the podcast and want to take a step further and support the podcast. With foundation, you'll get access to early episodes, exclusive bonus content and light level engagement, so you'll be able to comment on the bonus content and posts, and it's perfect if you're looking for a low commitment but still want to support the show and get a little extra, a little brata. Roots this is where things get interactive. Roots is for you if you want more discussions you want to be part of, like live workshops or webinars. I'll have some courses up there, courses that I've done in the past that they'll go in there in our library, and if you are someone who loves diving a little deeper into the content, I'll have Ask Me Anything sessions more regularly. If you love connecting with others, roots is where you'll thrive.

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Now Legacy is the premium tier, and this is for those who are highly committed and want to get more access not only to content but also to me to content but also to me. Legacy members. They get everything in Roots plus exclusive access to a mastermind or accountability group. You'll get backstage access to podcast recordings so when I'm recording with guests or certain episodes, you'll be able to sit backstage and watch the recording live. I don't know if many of you know this, but when we did the Bob Marley One Love Movie Town Hall, we did have some people who had backstage access. They weren't on screen, but they were in the space watching the recording live and commenting in the chat while we were recording. So that is a perk that's included in Legacy.

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If you're looking for direct feedback, advice, deeper level of connection, legacy is the perfect fit for you. For those ready to dive deeper, our Roots and Legacy tiers are designed for highly engaged members who want to make meaningful contributions to the community. These tiers include a quick application process to ensure we're building a space that reflects our shared values of culture, connection and contribution. If this sounds like you, I'd love for you to apply. And here's the best part If you are joining during our founding member window, you lock in a special lifetime pricing for as long as you stay a member.

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So if you stay a member and you don't interrupt your membership, you're locking these prices. If you join and then you cancel and then you join back, that's a different price. So that means if you join during the founding member window and you stay a member, you'll always pay the lowest rate, even as the community grows and evolves. But this offer is only available until February 28th and spaces are limited, especially for the legacy tier. Now here's the breakdown. So foundation starts at $3 a month, roots is $10 a month and Legacy, with all its premium perks, is $20 a month. After February 28th, these rates will go up to the standard pricing.

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So now is the time for you to secure your spot. So who is the paid online community of friends for? If you're someone who loves the podcast and wants more access to ideas, conversation, community discussion, culture, you want low commitment. If you're ready to engage deeply and connect with others, roots will be your spot, your little corner. And if you're looking for mentorship, accountability and a premium experience, legacy is the tier for you. Wherever you are, in your interest and your journey. The online community of friends is designed to meet you where you are and help you grow.

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I'm extremely excited for this next chapter and I'd love for you to be a part of it. To join the waitlist or to learn more about the community, click the link in the show notes. Remember the founding member pricing ends February 28th and spots are limited, especially for the legacy tier. This is your chance to be part of something meaningful from. Remember the founding member. Pricing ends February 28th and spots are limited, especially for the legacy tier. This is your chance to be part of something meaningful from the very beginning and to help shape the community, because the community grows as we grow and you'll be a part of helping nurture the growth of the community and you're locking exclusive lifetime rate. I am extremely grateful for your support over the last 10 years, whether you've been listening from day one or you've just started. I'm truly grateful and I can't wait to connect with you in this new space and, as I love to say at the end of every episode walk good.