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come chat wid mi 

is more than a lifestyle magazine—it’s a celebration of Caribbean culture, food, music, and community, hosted by reggae / dancehall artist Ziggie Bless.   Previously aired on CIN (New York), CEEN (Canada), and CVM (Jamaica), the show now streams weekly on YouTube and BRIC, with our Latest project: Ziggie Seh!—a podcast, premiering Sundays at 7:30pm ET on YouTube.   🎥 Watch together, chat live, and be part of the conversation.  Enjoy what you see? Show your support by clicking the Thanks button below any video to send a Super Thanks.  Respect.

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THIS WEEK'S MUST WATCH

Chino McGregor Joins a Movement:  Education, Empowerment & Berta’s
​Children’s Foundation

Watch reggae artist Chino McGregor support Berta’s Children’s Foundation’s mission to empower Jamaican youth through education. Though no longer active, its impact lives on.

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Rep the Caribbean vibe! Come chat wid mi merch celebrates our music, food & culture—made for the Caribbean-American community. 
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HEAR WEH ZIGGIE SEH!

🎙️ come chat wid mi presents Ziggie Seh! — podcast hosted by international reggae/dancehall artist Ziggie Bless. From trending topics to culture and social issues, Ziggie keeps it real every week.
📅 Episode 16 premieres Sunday at 7:30PM ET
💬 We’re live in the chat — come reason with us!
💲 Want to support the show? Send a Super Chat or Super Sticker by clicking the 💲 icon during the premiere.
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Before Bob Marley: The Real Origins of Reggae

Reggae began before Bob Marley and kept evolving. This episode traces its roots from Jamaican sound systems to a global rhythm shaped by ska, rocksteady, and more.

ZIGGIE SEH REWIND

Hot Gal Fallout: The Sean Paul & Mr. Vegas Story

They dropped a hit, then disappeared from the stage—together. What really happened between Sean Paul and Mr. Vegas after “Hot Gal”?​​​

FRESH OUT THE CHAT ROOM!

More Than Music: Rum, Roots & Rising Stars in NYC

From rooftop rums to revolutionary roots, come chat wid mi explores Caribbean culture in NYC. We sip through the NY Rum Festival, vibe with Maino at Thredz Boutique’s grand opening, spotlight FarmUp Jamaica’s food mission, and showcase rising Caribbean artists.

WHAT'S DROPPING FRIDAY

Mount Gay to Sorrel Cheesecake—NYC’s Caribbean Scene Is on Fire!

come chat wid mi dives into NYC’s Caribbean scene—from 7-nation rum blends and Haitian cocktails to an all-white brunch where food, fashion, and flavor collide. Plus, a link-up with the legendary King Yellowman.

MORE TO WATCH - SUPPORT THE MOVEMENT

Love what we’re building? Help boost these vids by hitting that 👍🏽 Like, 🔁Share, and dropping a 💬 Comment — every bit helps!
💛 Want to go the extra mile? You can now send a Super Thanks on any video to show love and support the movement. Just tap the 💲 Thanks button under the video!

Every gesture keeps Caribbean stories alive and thriving. Respect 🙏🏽

China’s High-Tech Shops vs Jamaica’s Hustle–Which Would You Choose?

Ziggie Bless unpacks the buzz around a new Chinese-owned mechanic shop in Jamaica—is it helping drivers or hurting local mechanics?

Seafood Meets Island Spice – But Is It Still Jamaican?

Chef Patrick Simpson flips island cuisine with bold curry lobster and crawfish. He shares his twist on Caribbean flavors and why Walkerswood curry is his secret weapon.

A Toast to Culture: Inside the New York Rum Festival

Explore the New York Rum Festival, where Caribbean heritage meets global rum. Featuring Joy Spence of Appleton Estate, bold blends from RumBar, and Antigua’s award-winning English Harbour—this spirited event celebrates culture in every sip.

SHORT AND SWEET

Doug E. Fresh takes it to another level with his legendary beatbox skills, transforming "Stand By Me" into a hip-hop masterpiece
The moment the world had been waiting for—Buju Banton steps on stage in Jamaica for the first time in 10 years. The crowd was electrified. The energy was unmatched.

Where the Chat Lives

​Dive into the full vibe of come chat wid mi—one segment at a time. From powerful performances to real conversations, cooking, culture, and more, each clip brings you a piece of the show to watch anytime.

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WHERE TO WATCH

PREMIERES Fridays 8:30pm ET
youtube.com/comechatwidmi WATCH and EXPERIENCE with other viewers in real time!

Saturdays 9:00pm ET
Watch Brooklyn Free Speech TV on Verizon in all five boroughs and exclusively in Brooklyn on Optimum, Spectrum, and RCN.
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  • Optimum: 67 
  • Spectrum: 1995 
  • RCN: 82 
  • Online streaming: Watch Brooklyn Free Speech channel 1, ​right here!
  • Brooklyn Free Speech TV Guide:  BRICartsmedia.org/TVGuide

​B-Free Award winning come chat wid mi, created by Raquel "simplykells" Hagood and Livingston "Ziggie Bless" Lewis, a New York Caribbean lifestyle magazine that highlights weekly all that is new and entertaining in the Caribbean-American community – including music, food, entertainment, fashion, culture and much more.   come chat wid mi has previously aired on Caribbean International Network (CIN), CEEN TV (Canada) and CVM Television (Jamaica) ​and BRIC Arts Media Network (formerly BCAT).



ZIGGIE SEH!

📅 PREMIERES Sundays 7:30PM ET 
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💬 We’re in the chat during every premiere — come reason with us!
💲Want to support the show? Send a Super Chat or Super Sticker by clicking the 💲 icon during the premiere.



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