The KIC Back Podcast is a culture-driven platform built to highlight real stories, real people, and real conversations shaping the Caribbean and Indo-Caribbean community.
Hosted by the team behind KIC Tassa, the podcast goes beyond music; diving into identity, business, culture, and the experiences that define our generation.
Each episode features entrepreneurs, creatives, and community leaders who share how they built their path, the challenges they faced, and what it actually takes to succeed.
The mission is simple:
Build a platform that educates, elevates, and puts the community on a stage it hasn’t had before.
Indian or Guyanese? Finding My Identity & Working With Machel | The World Is Rich | KIC Back S2E3
In this episode of KIC Back Podcast, we sit down with Richard Ram Sundar, aka The World Is Rich, to explore his journey through Guyanese identity, Caribbean music, photography, videography, and the experiences that shaped his creative career. From growing up Guyanese and discovering dancehall and soca to moving to China, finding his footing in photography, and eventually working in the world of Carnival and touring with Machel Montano, Rich shares the moments, risks, and opportunities that h...
25 Sept 2026
DJ Rahrahh on Fatherhood, Family & the Real Price of Success | KIC Back | KIC Back S2E2
From carrying CD books to learning Serato after his music was stolen, DJ Rahrahh’s journey is about much more than DJing. In this episode of KIC Back, DJ Rahrahh talks about growing up in Queens, discovering his love for music, his first DJ gigs, breaking into the club scene, the importance of networking, building an event production business, and learning how to read a crowd. He also opens up about something that changed the way he looks at success: family. From COVID becoming a reality c...
18 Sept 2026
16 Years of Let’s Talk with Lakshmee: The Story Behind the Platform | KIC Back S2E1
Before podcasts became what they are today, there was Let’s Talk with Lakshmee. For 16 years, Lakshmee has been creating a space for our community to share stories, experiences, culture, and perspectives. In this special episode of KIC Back Podcast, we look back at the journey behind Let’s Talk with Lakshmee — from growing up watching television in Guyana, to being inspired by Oprah, launching her own talk show, navigating the challenges of early production, and eventually interviewing infl...
31 Jul 2026
From $5 Corn Soup to Building a Caribbean Food Empire | Chef Michael Saroop | KIC Back Episode 16
Chef Michael Saroop turned a $5 corn soup opportunity at Mazi nightclub into CMS Events and a growing culinary portfolio connected to Bowl Bites, Slaps Deli & Grill, and BK Hooked. But this episode is not only about food. It is about what happens when a talented chef must become a businessman. Michael joins the KIC Back Podcast to explain how a small corn soup idea developed into catering, restaurants, luxury events, and multiple business concepts. He shares the difficult transition fro...
24 Jul 2026
Anil Sukul: Faith, Chutney Music & the Life Behind Mr. Duniya | KICBack Ep. 15
Anil Sukul, known to many as Anilinyuhduniyah and Mr. Duniya, joins the KICBack Podcast for an honest conversation about Hindu faith, Indo-Caribbean identity, the Bronx and the future of chutney music. Raised in a half-Guyanese, half-Jamaican West Indian household, Anil explains how the mandir shaped his foundation, why education was always a priority and how he built a successful professional career while creating music after the workday ended. Before becoming known for chutney music, Boll...
17 Jul 2026
Why Caribbean Families Avoid Mental Health | Rebecca Singh, LMHC | KIC Back Episode 14
The Mental Health Conversation Caribbean Families Have Avoidided | Rebecca Singh, LMHC | KIC Back Podcast Episode 14 In many Caribbean families, mental health is only discussed when someone reaches a breaking point. But therapy should not begin during the emotional equivalent of a heart attack. In Episode 14 of the KIC Back Podcast, Licensed Mental Health Counselor Rebecca Singh joins us for an honest conversation about anxiety, depression, trauma, suicidal ideation, family pressure, and the ...
10 Jul 2026
KIC Back Podcast Episode 13 | DJ Tr3v: DJing Paid for College, Hacking Built His Career |
In Episode 13 of The KIC Back Podcast, we sit down with DJ Trev, one of the founding members of Excellent Soundcrew and a DJ whose journey extends far beyond the music. Trev takes us back to the beginning, before the weddings, packed dance floors, and major celebrations. What started as a fascination with computers, downloading music, and understanding how technology worked eventually became two parallel careers. DJing helped pay his way through college, while that same curiosity for technolo...
3 Jul 2026
EPISODE 12 | DILLON MACC: WHY HE REFUSES TO BE BOXED IN | CONTENT, FREEDOM & LIFE BEYOND THE 9–5
In Episode 12 of The KIC Back Podcast, we sit down with Dillon Macc, one of the Caribbean community’s most recognizable and original content creators. Dillon opens up about how creating videos during the pandemic grew from a genuine creative outlet into a platform reaching hundreds of thousands of people across Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and beyond. He explains why he never chased fame, how he developed his unique approach to Caribbean comedy, and why authenticity remains at the center of e...
26 Jun 2026
KIC Back Podcast Episode 11 | Growing Up West Indian in New York | Food, Family, and Culture
What was it really like growing up West Indian in New York City? In Episode 11 of the KIC Back Podcast, Richie, Tamesh, Bryan, and Brandon look back on the experiences that shaped them, from bringing bara and homemade Caribbean food to school to birthday donuts feeling like a major treat. The crew shares hilarious and honest stories about strict parents, school lunches, fast food, family traditions, and the moments that once made them feel different. They also reflect on how those same experi...
19 Jun 2026
KIC Back Podcast Episode 10 | Acharya Arun Gossai | From Finance to Faith, Legacy, and Answering the Call
In Episode 10 of the KIC Back Podcast, we sit down with Acharya Arun Gossai, spiritual leader of Bhuvaneshwar Mandir, for one of our most powerful and reflective conversations yet. Arun shares his journey from working in finance to stepping fully into his spiritual path, studying in India, and ultimately becoming an Acharya. He opens up about the influence of his father, the weight of legacy, and the lessons that taught him to build his own lane rather than live off his family name. We also d...
12 Jun 2026
KIC Back Podcast Episode 9 | Nitesh Prasad | 20 Years Old, 2 Businesses & a Relentless Work Ethic
In Episode 9 of the KIC Back Podcast, we sit down with Nitesh Prasad, founder of Pradaan Decors and Pradaan Musical Imports. At only 20 years old, Nitesh is already building two businesses, but his story did not start with everything going right. He talks about getting scammed at 14, losing money, making mistakes, and learning how to keep moving forward instead of quitting. This episode gets into business, work ethic, family, culture, tabla, dholak, and what it really takes to build somet...
8 Jun 2026
KIC Back Podcast Episode 8 | Ryan Debidin | From Uber Driver to Real Estate Agent of the Year
Welcome back to the KIC Back Podcast. This week, we're joined by Ryan Debidin, a New York real estate professional whose journey proves that success rarely follows a straight line. From driving Uber and stepping away from the traditional path to becoming a respected name in real estate, Ryan shares the mindset, discipline, and belief in himself that helped him create opportunities where others saw obstacles. In this episode, we discuss: • Betting on yourself when nobody else will • Buil...
29 May 2026
KIC Back Podcast Episode 7 | Toxic Things Our Community Normalizes
The KIC Back crew returns for one of their most honest and relatable conversations yet. In this episode, Richie, Tamesh, Bryan, and Brandon discuss some of the toxic habits, mindsets, and cultural norms that many Indo Caribbean and Caribbean families have normalized for generations. From mental health being dismissed, pressure to get married, community gossip, alcohol culture, family expectations, and learning how to build confidence despite criticism, the team shares personal stories, laug...
22 May 2026
KIC Back Episode 6 | How Kalissa Persaud Went Viral and Landed A Super Bowl Commercial
Actress and social media personality, Kalissa Persaud joins the KIC Back Podcast for one of our most entertaining and honest conversations yet. From filming content in her Queens apartment during lockdown to appearing in national campaigns alongside Bad Bunny during the Super Bowl, Kalissa opens up about the real journey behind social media fame, acting, rejection, confidence, and building a career in entertainment. With over 146K followers on Instagram, Kalissa has built a loyal audience t...
15 May 2026
KIC Back Episode 5 | Josh Dat of Datz Deli | The Story of the Mac Patty, Resilience, and Growing Up Guyanese
KIC Back Episode 5, we sit down with Josh from Datz Deli, the creator behind the now iconic Mac Patty, a concept that started with an idea and turned into something the entire community talks about. What began inside a local deli became a brand, a movement, and proof that originality still matters. Josh’s story is built on resilience, persistence, and staying locked in on the vision even when things were uncertain. From long hours behind the counter to national recognition, we discuss the sac...
9 May 2026
KIC Back Episode 3 | Mark Persaud | Law, Trust, and Showing Up When It Matters
KIC Back Episode 3, we sit down with Mark Persaud, a Guyanese American personal injury attorney who’s built his career on stepping into people’s lives when everything goes wrong. From working his way through law school to now representing clients across New York, Mark’s journey is rooted in discipline, consistency, and a real understanding of what people go through during some of the hardest moments of their lives. In this episode, we go deeper than just law. We talk about what it actually ...
9 May 2026
KIC Back Episode 4 | Alica’s Pepperpot | From Queens to National Geographic Through Guyanese Food
KIC Back Episode 4, we sit down with Alica, the creator behind Alica’s Pepperpot, a platform that’s helped bring Indo Caribbean and West Indian food stories to people all over the world. From growing up in Queens to building a brand rooted in culture and tradition, Alica opens up about the journey behind the recipes, the challenges she faced, and how food became a way for her to better understand her identity and community. In this episode, we go far beyond cooking. We talk about growing up...
30 Apr 2026
KIC Back Podcast Episode 1- The Beginning
KIC Back Episode 1 In our first episode, we sit down and talk about the journey behind KIC Tassa, from early struggles to becoming a recognized name in the space. We dive into culture, discipline, and what it really takes to build something meaningful in today’s world. If you’re building something of your own or care about where our community is headed, this is where the conversation starts.
30 Apr 2026
KIC Back Episode 2 | Bharati Sukul Kemraj | Culture, Legacy, and the State of Our Community
In this episode sit down with Bharati Sukul Kemraj, someone we’ve known for years through the Vishnu Mandir, a place that has played a major role in shaping our community and our own lives. Bharati’s story is rooted in culture, family, and service. As the daughter of Pandit Vishnu, her upbringing was deeply connected to the Mandir and the responsibility that comes with preserving something bigger than yourself. From her early years growing up between Guyana and the Bronx to the work she cont...
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