Bite The Bullet Podcast

In Episode 72 of Bite The Bullet Podcast, we unpack what it really means to do business as friends and how adult friendships shift when money, expectations, and past experiences enter the chat.This episode gets vulnerable.We open up about: • Navigating business while building a friendship at the same time • The “contracts” we subconsciously create in adult friendships • Hard conversations, conflict resolution, and why confrontation isn’t a negative word • Friendship dynamics, boundaries, and alignment • The difference between transactional friendships and full-circle friendshipsWe also unpack the ANTM (America’s Next Top Model) documentary / Reality Check, discussing accountability, power dynamics, and how we rewatch reality TV differently as adults.If you’ve ever questioned whether you should start a business with a friend — or you’re currently navigating a difficult friendship season — this conversation might give you a new perspective.⸻🎙️ About Bite The Bullet PodcastBite The Bullet Podcast is your go-to Caribbean-rooted, culture-driven podcast for raw, unfiltered conversations about life, growth, music, entrepreneurship, identity, and everything in between.Hosted by @ItsJojoRenee & @HadieLeonie 🌴🔥Based in the Netherlands. Rooted in the Caribbean.⸻🎧 Song of the WeekTems – What You NeedOdeal ft. Wizkid – Nights in the SunThe Bite The Bullet Playlist:⁠ https://linktw.in/FGiQPg⸻🔗 LinksFind us on all platforms below: Website: ⁠https://www.bitethebulletpod.com⁠Patreon- https://linktw.in/eLdtcyInstagram - ⁠@bitethebulletpod ⁠Tiktok - @bitethebulletpodEmail - info@bitethebulletpod.com ⸻🎬 ProductionKristen Sorton | @KLeighCreative | kristen@kleighcreative.nlLarvall Dacres Keverne Arthur⸻📍 Studio UpdateWe’ve moved into a bigger creative studio space — more room, more production, more content.Interested in podcast studio rental, video production, or creative collaboration in the Netherlands?Reach out to us at info@bitethebulletpod.com⸻Like. Comment. Subscribe.New episodes every Tuesday.

We’re officially BACK! After a short break, Bite The Bullet Podcast returns with a brand new studio, fresh energy, and a full life update. (And the pod is now 3 years! 🥳)In this episode, we catch up on everything — from building our new podcast studio to Bad Bunny's Benito Bowl Halftime Show.🔥 What We Talk About In This Episode:• Journey to Studio 2.0• Creative growth and entrepreneurship in 2026• Bad Bunny’s cultural impact and Caribbean representation• Island pride and what it means to see our flags on global stages• Social media detox, authenticity, and content creation shifts• Music nostalgia: 2016 vs 2026 vibesBTB is your go-to Caribbean podcast for raw, unfiltered conversations with your hosts @ItsJojoRenee & @HadieLeonie! 🌴🔥Links:The Bite The Bullet Playlist:⁠ https://linktw.in/FGiQPgFind us on all platforms below: Website: ⁠https://www.bitethebulletpod.com⁠Patreon- https://linktw.in/eLdtcyInstagram - ⁠@bitethebulletpod ⁠Tiktok - @bitethebulletpodEmail - beenbitingbullets@gmail.com Production: Kristen Sorton | @KLeighCreative | kristen@kleighcreative.nl⸻About Bite The Bullet PodcastBite The Bullet Podcast is a Caribbean-rooted, culture-driven podcast where we talk life, growth, music, entrepreneurship, identity, and everything in between. Based in the Netherlands with island energy forever present.⸻📍 Studio UpdateWe’ve moved into a bigger creative studio space. More room. More production. More content. This marks a new chapter for Bite The Bullet Podcast — Season 3 energy.If you’re interested in podcast studio rental, video production, or creative collaboration in the Netherlands, reach out to us at info@bitethebulletpod.com⸻

Episode 70 is here! We’re joined by the incredibly talented Ella John, an artist, a boss, and a beautiful soul who opens up about her journey of becoming an artist and finding herself through her craft.We get real about insecurities, emotional growth, and the discipline it takes to chase your dreams. Ella shares how she planned one of her biggest shows yet, balancing creativity, pressure, and self-belief while giving us a peek into the underground music scene and the realities of working with labels.Hadie brings up the Nicki vs. Cardi beef 👀 and we debate whether Nicki might actually be the problem. The episode wraps up with laughs and bars in our “Bar for Bar” game!BTB is your go-to Caribbean podcast for raw, unfiltered conversations with your hosts @ItsJojoRenee & @HadieLeonie! 🌴🔥Links:The Bite The Bullet Playlist:⁠ https://linktw.in/FGiQPgFind us on all platforms below: Website: ⁠https://www.bitethebulletpod.com⁠Patreon- https://linktw.in/eLdtcyInstagram - ⁠@bitethebulletpod ⁠Tiktok - @bitethebulletpodEmail - beenbitingbullets@gmail.com Production: Kristen Sorton | @KLeighCreative | kristen@kleighcreative.nl

Welcome back, huns! 🌴🔥 This week we sit down with Edsel Lake, a social worker from Saba, to discuss parenting, old school vs. new school caretaking, and how to guide children without coddling them in today’s world. We also dive into our Songs of the Week 🎶 , a fun Would You Rather segment and end it off with a Caribbean- Guess what? Edsel shares insights on where new parents might be missing the mark and what advice is truly valuable for raising resilient, confident kids. BTB is your go-to Caribbean podcast for raw, unfiltered conversations with your hosts @ItsJojoRenee & @HadieLeonie! 🌴🔥Links:The Bite The Bullet Playlist:⁠ https://linktw.in/FGiQPgFind us on all platforms below: Website: ⁠https://www.bitethebulletpod.com⁠Patreon- https://linktw.in/eLdtcyInstagram - ⁠@bitethebulletpod ⁠Tiktok - @bitethebulletpodEmail - beenbitingbullets@gmail.com Production: Kristen Sorton |  @KLeighCreative  | kristen@kleighcreative.nl

This week we sit down with BB Bad​⁠​⁠, the Sint Maarten-born dancer turned DJ who has taken her talent from pandemic house parties to viral sets with millions of views. She shares how she planned her own European tour, playing Paris reggaeton festivals and shutting down Rotterdam Carnival at 4 AM, while carving out space in a male-dominated industry. We talk about blending dance and DJing into a full stage experience, the gap between perception and reality, and what it means to stay grounded in faith, community, and good vibes. For anyone chasing a creative path, this episode is a raw look at betting on yourself, dealing with rejection, and making your own way without waiting for permission.BTB is your go-to Caribbean podcast for raw, unfiltered conversations with your hosts @ItsJojoRenee & @HadieLeonie! 🌴🔥Links:Bianca’s Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/bb_bad?igsh=MTBvMWpkcXA0Z2RjdA==The Bite The Bullet Playlist:⁠ https://linktw.in/FGiQPgFind us on all platforms below: Website: ⁠https://www.bitethebulletpod.com⁠Patreon- https://linktw.in/eLdtcyInstagram - ⁠@bitethebulletpod ⁠Tiktok - @bitethebulletpodEmail - beenbitingbullets@gmail.com  Production: Kristen Sorton |  @KLeighCreative  | kristen@kleighcreative.nl

In this episode, we explore Caribbean identity, storytelling, and the power of books to connect us with our history. 🌴📚 We discuss childhood experiences across the Caribbean, the themes of Ralph Cantave’s Steve Takes a Stand, and the historical figures shaping our storiesWe also cover publishing challenges, updates since Ralph’s last visit, and highlight the rich knowledge and untold stories of older generations in the Caribbean. 🎙️ BTB is your go-to Caribbean podcast for raw, unfiltered conversations with your hosts @ItsJojoRenee & @HadieLeonie! 🌴🔥Links:The Bite The Bullet Playlist:⁠ https://linktw.in/FGiQPgFind us on all platforms below:Website: ⁠https://www.bitethebulletpod.com⁠Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/c/BiteTheBulletPodcastInstagram - ⁠@bitethebulletpod ⁠Tiktok - @bitethebulletpodEmail - beenbitingbullets@gmail.comProduction: Kristen Sorton | @KLeighCreative | kristen@kleighcreative.nl

The last time we did one of these was way back during our 20-part Legion series… so you already know this one’s overdue 😅We’re catching you up on everything we’ve been holding back before diving back into our regular guest lineup (AND WE NEED YOU TO JOIN THE CONVERSATION!!):✨ Notting Hill Carnival (and the controversy)✨ Cardi B moments we couldn’t ignore✨ Love Island updates✨ Jody finally committing to her 2025 resolution 👀Patreon fam, always gets it first. Thank you for rocking with us 💚🧡BTB is your go-to Caribbean podcast for raw, unfiltered conversations with your hosts @ItsJojoRenee & @HadieLeonie 🌴🔥Links:The Bite The Bullet Playlist:⁠ https://linktw.in/FGiQPgFind us on all platforms below: MERCH: ⁠https://www.bitethebulletpod.com⁠/merchPatreon- https://linktw.in/eLdtcyInstagram - ⁠www.instagram.com/bitethebulletpod ⁠Facebook - www.facebook.com/bitethebulletpodTiktok - www.tiktok.com/bitethebulletpodEmail - beenbitingbullets@gmail.com Production: Kristen Sorton | @KLeighCreative | kristen@kleighcreative.nl

Summer is ending, but we couldn’t miss sitting down with the iconic Prettyboirahul for an honest, unfiltered conversation. In this episode, we catch up on Rahul’s decision and journey to move back home, who he is off of social media, and the challenges of making friends in a new environment. We dive into today’s content creation landscape and wrap it up with a fun game.Rahul has been paving the way for creators and helping businesses pivot into the new marketing era. Tune in now!🎙️ BTB is your go-to Caribbean podcast for raw, unfiltered conversations with your hosts @ItsJojoRenee & @HadieLeonie! 🌴🔥Links:Rahuls’s Instagram: www.instagram.com/prettyboirahulThe Bite The Bullet Playlist:⁠ https://linktw.in/FGiQPgFind us on all platforms below: MERCH: ⁠https://www.bitethebulletpod.com⁠/merchPatreon- https://linktw.in/eLdtcyInstagram - ⁠www.instagram.com/bitethebulletpod ⁠Facebook - www.facebook.com/bitethebulletpodTiktok - www.tiktok.com/bitethebulletpodEmail - beenbitingbullets@gmail.com Production: Kristen Sorton |  @KLeighCreative  | kristen@kleighcreative.nl

It’s BTB Tuesday! 🎙🔥 This week we’re joined by the multi-talented Ashanti — actress, creative, and all-around vibrant soul.We get into her journey through theatre and acting, the lessons and community she found at Patta Academy, and how she navigates life and creativity while living with ADHD.This one’s inspiring, relatable, and full of gems you don’t want to miss.BTB is your go-to Caribbean podcast for raw, unfiltered conversations with your hosts @ItsJojoRenee & @HadieLeonie 🌴✨#bitethebulletpod #patta #theaterlife #adhdawareness #parasocialrelationshipsLinks:The Bite The Bullet Playlist:⁠ https://linktw.in/FGiQPgFind us on all platforms below:Website: ⁠https://www.bitethebulletpod.com⁠Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/c/BiteTheBulletPodcastInstagram - ⁠@bitethebulletpod ⁠Tiktok - @bitethebulletpodEmail - beenbitingbullets@gmail.com Production: Kristen Sorton | @KLeighCreative | kristen@kleighcreative.nl

Summer TIME!We hope you’re all having a lovely summer! And what better way to turn up the heat than with a brand new episode featuring the amazing Elona?Elona blessed our stage during our live show and is now back for a proper conversation about her journey as an artist on Sint Maarten, her dreams, experiences, the stories behind her lyrics, and the release of her new EP, The Vulnerable Hour.BTB is your go-to Caribbean podcast for raw, unfiltered conversations with your hosts @ItsJojoRenee & @HadieLeonie! 🌴🔥 Links:The Bite The Bullet Playlist:⁠ https://linktw.in/FGiQPgFind us on all platforms below: Website: ⁠https://www.bitethebulletpod.com⁠Patreon- https://linktw.in/eLdtcyInstagram - ⁠@bitethebulletpod ⁠Tiktok - @bitethebulletpodEmail - beenbitingbullets@gmail.com Production: Kristen Sorton |  @KLeighCreative  | kristen@kleighcreative.nl

We’re back with another BTB Tuesday!Jody returns from Manchester just in time for a Love Island catch-up. From there, we get into girl code: is your friend’s “ex-date” off limits? What makes someone a “girls’ girl”?We also unpack B. Simone’s latest friendship controversy, the reality of friendship jealousy, the politics of women supporting women, and a hot take on where we stand on modern-day feminism. BTB is your go-to Caribbean podcast for raw, unfiltered conversations with your hosts @ItsJojoRenee & @HadieLeonie! 🌴🔥Links: The Bite The Bullet Playlist:⁠ https://linktw.in/FGiQPg Find us on all platforms below:  Website: ⁠https://www.bitethebulletpod.com⁠ Patreon- https://linktw.in/eLdtcy Instagram - ⁠@bitethebulletpod ⁠ Tiktok - @bitethebulletpod Email - info@bitethebulletpod.com Production:  Kristen Sorton |  @KLeighCreative  | kristen@kleighcreative.nl

Happy Emancipation Day to all Dutch Caribbean islands and countries! In today’s episode, we explore the history and legacy of slavery. We dedicated today’s episode to this special and important day. If you need a little refreshing history lesson, we got you! We got into how our islands came to be Dutch islands, the after effects of slavery on the islands of Saba and Sint Maarten, what we learned throughout the years and what it means to be from the Dutch Caribbean living in the Netherlands. We ended the episode with a little trivia on both islands. BTB is your go-to Caribbean podcast for raw, unfiltered conversations with your hosts @ItsJojoRenee & @HadieLeonie! 🌴🔥 Links:The Bite The Bullet Playlist:⁠ https://linktw.in/FGiQPgFind us on all platforms below: Website: ⁠https://www.bitethebulletpod.com⁠Patreon- https://linktw.in/eLdtcyInstagram - ⁠@bitethebulletpod ⁠Tiktok - @bitethebulletpodEmail - info@bitethebulletpod.com Production: Kristen Sorton |  @KLeighCreative  | kristen@kleighcreative.nl

Was Ace from Love Island USA setting boundaries or just being toxic? We dive into that and more in this raw, unfiltered episode of BTB. It’s BTB Tuesday and we’re catching up on everything we’ve missed. Sponsored by TamLeo Books, we spotlight It Is Not Always About You, a title that sparks deep conversation on accountability, reputation, and how the people around you can help shape you. From the Diddy trial to Tory Lanez and Megan Thee Stallion, we unpack how insecurity shows up, especially in men, and why it’s important to not take things personally. BTB is your go-to Caribbean podcast for raw, unfiltered conversations with your hosts @ItsJojoRenee & @HadieLeonie! 🌴🔥 LINKSThe Bite The Bullet Playlist:⁠ https://linktw.in/FGiQPgTamleo’s BooksWebsite: https://tamleobooks.com Instagram: @tamleosbooksFind us on all platforms below: Website: ⁠https://www.bitethebulletpod.com⁠Patreon- https://linktw.in/eLdtcyInstagram - ⁠@bitethebulletpod ⁠Tiktok - @bitethebulletpodEmail - info@bitethebulletpod.com Production: Kristen Sorton |  @KLeighCreative  | kristen@kleighcreative.nl

🎙️ It’s BTB Tuesday!In Episode 60, Eva Croes joins the Bite the Bullet Podcast to talk dance career, Caribbean culture, ABC vs SSS islands, island food, and doing what truly serves you. A must-watch for Caribbean creatives! 💃🏾✨We dive into:– Eva’s journey from growing up in the Caribbean to building a dance career in the Netherlands– How island life shaped her artistic expression– The influence of Caribbean culture in her work today– A flavourful debate on food across the ABC and SSS islands (yes, we went there 👀🍲)We round things off with a spicy round of Would You Rather, reflections on what our 30s are teaching us, and why choosing what serves you is the ultimate act of self-love.BTB is your go-to Caribbean podcast for raw, unfiltered conversations with your hosts @ItsJojoRenee & @HadieLeonie! 🌴🔥LINKS Find Eva Croes:Instagram - @evacroessxxThe Bite The Bullet Playlist:⁠ https://linktw.in/FGiQPg⁠ Find us on all platforms below: Website: ⁠https://www.bitethebulletpod.com⁠Patreon- https://linktw.in/eLdtcyInstagram - ⁠@bitethebulletpod ⁠Tiktok - @bitethebulletpodEmail - info@bitethebulletpod.comProduction: Kristen Sorton | K Leigh Creative | kristen@kleighcreative.nl#EvaCroes #BTBPodcast #CaribbeanDance #IslandCulture #ABCIslands #SSSIslands #CaribbeanFood #DanceJourney #DoingWhatServesYou #BlackVoices #CaribbeanCreatives

We’ve BEEN waiting for this guest to warm our couch and the day has finally come!In today’s episode, we’re joined by Kriticos, the visionary behind The Book Club. We dive into his journey of starting something that has cultivated community, connection and safe spaces through books…that you don’t even have to read! We shared our experiences with celeb run ins and schooling systems which then led us into our very own book club where we dive into “bad people”, deal breakers and how different social classes can affect friendships. Join us in this highly anticipated episode!Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more real talk, culture, and community every Tuesday. ✨BTB is your go-to Caribbean podcast for raw, unfiltered conversations with your hosts @ItsJojoRenee & @HadieLeonie! 🌴🔥 Tap in and let’s vibe! #BookClub #CaribbeanPodcast #Friendships #SocialClasses #DealBreakers LINKS Find Kriticos | The Book Club.eu:Instagram - @thebookclub.euThe Bite The Bullet Playlist:⁠ https://linktw.in/FGiQPg⁠ Find us on all platforms below: Website: ⁠https://www.bitethebulletpod.co

Whadup Familehhh! It’s BTB Tuesday and we’re back with the vibes for Carnival season! 🎉💃🏽In today’s episode, we’re catching up on life—talking about what we’ve been up to lately, navigating the menstrual cycle, and Jody’s unforgettable experience in Ghana 🇬🇭. We’re feeling some Carnival FOMO, so we dive into what Carnival really means to us and everything we missed this year 🎭.We also get into:* 🚨 Thierry Baudet’s controversial comments on the Dutch Caribbean islands* 🏭 Trump’s tariffs and how Chinese factories are exposing major global brands* 💘 Interracial dating and the fine line between preferences and self-hate in the Black communityDon’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more real talk, culture, and community every Tuesday. ✨BTB is your go-to Caribbean podcast for raw, unfiltered conversations with your hosts @ItsJojoRenee & @HadieLeonie! 🌴🔥 Tap in and let’s vibe! #BTBPodcast #Carnival2025 #BlackVoices #BTBTuesday #ThierryBaudet #InterracialDating #GhanaVibes #MenstrualCycleTalk #DutchCaribbean #BlackCommunity #PodcastVibes #RealTalk #FOMO #TrumpTariffs #GlobalBrandsExposedLINKSThe Bite The Bullet Playlist:⁠ https://linktw.in/FGiQPgFind us on all platforms below:Website: ⁠https://www.bitethebulletpod.com⁠Patreon- https://linktw.in/eLdtcyInstagram - ⁠@bitethebulletpod ⁠Tiktok - @bitethebulletpodEmail - beenbitingbullets@gmail.com Production: Kristen Sorton |  @KLeighCreative  | kristen@kleighcreative.nl

It’s BTB Tuesday! 🎙️🔥In this episode, we catch up on life and reflect on whether moving to the Netherlands has been a blessing or a curse. Jody and Kristen share thoughts from a recent event that sparked the conversation. We also get into the blurry line between “good” and “bad” content, and why it’s all so subjective. From viral shows like Pop The Balloon and Temptation Island to the question of creator loyalty, should you always stick with your community? we’re unpacking it all. We close with a hot take on the Usher Cherry performance trend: would we join in? BTB is your go-to Caribbean podcast for raw, unfiltered conversations with your hosts @ItsJojoRenee & @HadieLeonie! 🌴🔥 Tap in and let’s vibe! #btbpodcast #livinginthenetherlands #viraltrends #temptationisland2024 #usher #cherries #poptheballoon LINKSThe Bite The Bullet Playlist:⁠ https://linktw.in/FGiQPgFind us on all platforms below: Website: ⁠https://www.bitethebulletpod.com⁠Patreon- https://linktw.in/eLdtcyInstagram - ⁠@bitethebulletpod⁠Tiktok - @bitethebulletpodEmail - beenbitingbullets@gmail.comProduction: Kristen Sorton |  @KLeighCreative  | kristen@kleighcreative.nl

WELCOME or WELCOME BACK! 🎙️🔥This week we get into the nitty gritty of the “clean girl” aesthetic: are we all just wearing uniforms at this point? Leading us into a discussion of falling victim to consumerism, recession fashion and skincare. The show Adolescence on Netflix became the next topic of discussion as we touched on the “red pill”, “incel” movement and how that affects society, especially amongst young boys. This week’s conversation is definitely a necessary one and one you won’t want to miss! BTB is your go-to Caribbean podcast for raw, unfiltered conversations with your hosts @ItsJojoRenee & @HadieLeonie! 🌴🔥#Adolescense #CleanGirl #Conservatism #Redpill #Consumerism #recessioncore LINKSThe Bite The Bullet Playlist:⁠ https://linktw.in/FGiQPgFind us on all platforms below: Website: ⁠https://www.bitethebulletpod.com⁠Patreon- https://linktw.in/eLdtcyInstagram - ⁠@bitethebulletpod ⁠Tiktok - @bitethebulletpodEmail - beenbitingbullets@gmail.com Production: Kristen Sorton |  @KLeighCreative  | kristen@kleighcreative.nl

It’s BTB Tuesday! 🎙️🔥This week we caught up on our cats, dreams and how we’ve been feeling. Off the back of Hadie reading the power of geography we started discussing the current state of the world. We gave our take on how we view the media and news and the role it plays in society. Which lead us to talk about the new series Paradise and discuss what makes a world better? The conversation ended with us giving our opinion on if the world is actually worse than it is. BTB is your go-to Caribbean podcast for raw, unfiltered conversations with your hosts @ItsJojoRenee & @HadieLeonie! 🌴🔥 Tap in and let’s vibe! #BTBPodcast #CaribbeanPodcast #Geopolitics #BetterWorld #ParadiseseriesLINKS The Bite The Bullet Playlist:⁠ https://linktw.in/FGiQPgFind us on all platforms below: Website: ⁠https://www.bitethebulletpod.com⁠Patreon- https://linktw.in/eLdtcyInstagram - ⁠@bitethebulletpod ⁠Tiktok - @bitethebulletpodEmail - beenbitingbullets@gmail.com Production: Kristen Sorton |  ⁨@KLeighCreative⁩  | kristen@kleighcreative.nl

It’s BTB Tuesday! 🎙️🔥For the first time in our studio we had a guest join us, and who better to kick things off than the legendary The Cut Creator DJ Outkast? From big parties to working with some of the biggest names in music, his journey is nothing short of inspiring.We took it back to where it all started, his come-up in the DJ world, how the game has changed over the years, and the role social media now plays in a DJ’s success. He shared crazy behind-the-scenes stories of the artists he’s met and the wild moments he’s witnessed along the way.Then, we got into whether or not Drake has really been showing love to the Caribbean culture, or is it just appropriation? 🤔 DJ Outkast didn’t hold back! And beyond the music, we talked about what it takes to balance a high-energy career with family life as a husband and father.To wrap things up, we had some fun with a Guess the Song game.BTB is your go-to Caribbean podcast for raw, unfiltered conversations with your hosts @ItsJojoRenee & @HadieLeonie! 🌴🔥 Tap in and let’s vibe!#DJOutkast #CaribbeanPodcast #DJLife #MusicIndustry #Drake #HipHop #BTBPodcastLINKS The Bite The Bullet Playlist:⁠ https://linktw.in/FGiQPg⁠ Find us on all platforms below: Website: ⁠https://www.bitethebulletpod.com⁠Patreon- ⁠@bitethebulletpod⁠Instagram - ⁠@bitethebulletpod ⁠Tiktok - @bitethebulletpodEmail - beenbitingbullets@gmail.com Production: Kristen Sorton | K Leigh Creative | kristen@kleighcreative.nl