Amidst a rich music culture filled with calypso, steelpan and soca, Trinidad and Tobago’s rock scene has gone largely undocumented. Join us to hear some history, uncensored discussions, unsolicited advice and more, as we chat with musicians and creators working locally and globally. The Only General name originated from the idea of general or open event seating and mirrors the notion of open discussions with anyone, about whatever. Whether you want to hear your favourite musicians chatting over bourbon, or get inspired by some fresh minds, join us for a moment!
Stuck at home and still trying to deliver content for the masses. It is hard to have people on a regular basis so we are doing our best!
19 Mar 2020
Introvert Nation with Tracey Chan
We are currently under social distancing policies because of the COVID-19 outbreak so Only General Podcast team has decided to record a series of informal episodes without guests just to get peoples minds off of the troubling times we face.
5 Feb 2020
Smoke and Mirrors with Javed Baksh
On today’s episode, we talk to Javed Baksh of Grass Lab TT. He uses and distributes CBD and related products in Trinidad and Tobago. We spoke to him about his business, ethos and his own experience with healing.
Topics:
Depression, pharmaceuticals & introduction to marijuana
Mental health & alternative therapy
Big pharma & junk prescriptions
Dispensary approach; an example.
Consistency of product, medical regulations & laws.
Decriminalization discussion, legal frameworks
Bud tender training
Pharmacy fallacy
Reforming laws
4 plants theory explained & medical marijuana limitations, control bill
Consumption practices & paraphernalia laws
Brain developmental problems in children
Consumer practice, dispensary practices and education
Government taxes and incentives, sustainable economy
Marijuana as mass agriculture and its potential
Entrepreneurship opportunities
Legalisation, politics, taxes and the effects of the control bill
Carnival culture and full legalisation : the cannabis revolution.
Instagram: http://instagram.com/grasslabtt (http://instagram.com/grasslabtt)
FB: https://www.facebook.com/GrassLabTT ( https://www.facebook.com/GrassLabTT)
Links
The Cannabis Control Bill, 2019 Trinidad & Tobago https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.ttparliament.org/legislations/b2019h23.pdf&sa=U&ved=2ahUKEwidiMWCronnAhUIy1kKHd-VCNIQFjAAegQIAhAB&usg=AOvVaw0Hwp4XE2pTO0ua93cYTvm6 (https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.ttparliament.org/legislations/b2019h23.pdf&sa=U&ved=2ahUKEwidiMWCronnAhUIy1kKHd-VCNIQFjAAegQIAhAB&usg=AOvVaw0Hwp4XE2pTO0ua93cYTvm6)
Recommended Rotten
Youtube - Joe Rogan - Ben Shapiro https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1GW0WHOJpqY (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1GW0WHOJpqY)
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15 Jan 2020
Tremayne Frauenfelder - Small Things
Tremayne Frauenfelder is a miniature artist from Trinidad and Tobago whose work with colonial houses and traditional Carnival characters brings the past to life. We talk about his creative process, inspiration, culture and so much more. Our co-creator and fellow artist, Tracey Chan joins us on this episode for the first time!
Discussion
Dollhouses & creative play
Family support as an artist
Creative entrepreneurship
Creative process
Historical and cultural preservation & politics
Story-telling in carnival, music and art
Carnival is in good hands
Social media, peer pressure and life
Fashion shows in churches
Carnival economics & tourism development
Trinidadian identity in art & music
Pan in Trinbago
Trini culture, patriotism, individuality
Guest Info
Tremayne Frauenfelder
Insta http://instagram.com/frauenfelder_miniatures (http://instagram.com/frauenfelder_miniatures)
FB https://www.facebook.com/artisandartfelder (https://www.facebook.com/artisandartfelder)
Music & Book Refs
Music : Pan in A Minor - Lord Kitchener https://www.youtu (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DGPwBXUKK7I)be.com/watch?v=DGPwBXUKK7I (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DGPwBXUKK7I)
Book: Miles - Miles Davis (https://amzn.to/2Tqna61)
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2 Dec 2019
Seven Day Society - Anthony Borde
Today we sit down with Anthony Borde and discuss various issues concerning the Trinidad Music Scene. from the DIY movement to lack fo awareness of social issues this episode has it all.
Links
Anthony Borde https://www.facebook.com/beastitachiDota/ (https://www.facebook.com/beastitachiDota/?eid=ARAvyH8n-XRRWlBr_U88FWkOlmWVxQ729Y-wOESYgO-c5pe6Nk5Aj4zlAP106XdTtdu37SOccvSRxEi0&timeline_context_item_type=intro_card_work&timeline_context_item_source=100006840635342&fref=tag)
House Lime Podcast https://www.facebook.com/TheHouseLime/ (https://www.facebook.com/TheHouseLime/)
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16 Oct 2019
Los hombres Sexuales - Stanley Jennings
Hola folks! This week's episode features the super talented, Stanley Jennings aka (Albertos Alvareles Consuelo), who you may know from bands like Burn, The Anarchists, and Los Hombres Sexuales.
Referenced Material:
Lara Brothers intro: https://youtu.be/fiyeuXnqdD0
Look a Liqour Mart: https://www.facebook.com/LookahLiquorMart/ (https://www.facebook.com/LookahLiquorMart/)
The Anarchists : https://www.facebook.com/theanarchiststt/ (https://www.facebook.com/theanarchiststt/)
Los Hombres Sexuales: https://www.facebook.com/Los-Hombres-Sexuales-105846100811529/ (https://www.facebook.com/Los-Hombres-Sexuales-105846100811529/)
Check List Album: https://open.spotify.com/album/1tvQEZatzsXxn7emKYBWLm (https://open.spotify.com/album/1tvQEZatzsXxn7emKYBWLm)
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We are currently self-funded so any purchases of the products made through our affiliate links may work to help support the production.
18 Sept 2019
Donny Bartoo, We Out Here!
In today's episode we take a little road trip to Andromeda studios to chat with Donny Bartoo, of Beyond the Animus. We discuss his life, music and projects as an emerging musician. Donny has been catching a lot of attention in the music scene, just from his passion alone. We see the importance of highlighting this stage of Donny’s creative development and expect an immense future ahead for him, not only in Trinidad and Tobago’s metal scene, but globally.
Check out Episode 8: We out here
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BTA YouTube: https://bit.ly/2lVG2eB (https://bit.ly/2lVG2eB)
Podcast Recommendation:
Sound of the Beast: The Complete Headbanging History of Heavy Metal: https://amzn.to/2QhijEh (https://amzn.to/2QhijEh)
Podcast Equipment
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We are currently self-funded so any purchases of the products made through our affiliate links may work to help support the production.
4 Sept 2019
James knows all the dates with Scott Johnstone
Hello Friends and welcome back to the Only general podcast, as always I am your host Chris and we have another fun filled episode for you today. Joining us on the podcast is Mr Scott Johnstone from the band Incert Coin.
We discuss the recording of "Smiling Still" as well as the future of the local metal scene. We also get a glimpse into Scott’s recently announced solo project, John’s Tone. That's a whole lot to digest so let’s get to it!
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21 Aug 2019
Doing the work with Scott Homer
Scott Homer joins us to discuss the local scene that isn't rock. We cover his Rock Ave series, as well various ins and outs of getting older and playing music.
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7 Aug 2019
Robots take our jobs with Marc Grainger
Season 1 finale has come and we sit with Marc Grainger to take a deep dive into his history as a musician.
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17 Jul 2019
Jignesh Khatri actually speaks
Jignesh K'tahri gives us insight on what it takes to run a successful band like Lynchpin. Spoiler Alert: It isn't easy.
This episode is also brought to you by Trini Metal Headquarters Frost Fest!
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3 Jul 2019
Don't Put it on your Privates Matthew Coehlo
Happy Birthday America!
Our gift to you today is a podcast with the one and only Matthew Coehlo. We discuss topics from family, tattoos, China 2025 and Johnny Walker Chrome. Come take a deep dive in Mindscape Laboratory's New album.
#Niko
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19 Jun 2019
Living on a tour bus with Dexter Banfield
Dexter Banfield tells us about his classic website bandfield.com as well as his time in England with Tripped and Falling.
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27 May 2019
Stop lying to musicians with Aaron Low Chew Tung
We deep dive with Aaron Low Chew Tung and discuss music school, horrible gig mixes and releasing your music when it's ready.
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10 May 2019
Only General Podcast Trailer
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