In the episode "Many Rivers to Cross" Henry K and Sia explore the quiet but powerful weight of regret—how it can hold us back, and how it can set us free. Their conversation centers on the inspiring true story of Ryan Rae Harbuck, a young swimmer paralyzed at sixteen whose deepest regret wasn’t her accident, but the potential she never allowed herself to embrace before it.Ryan’s journey back to the water, her pursuit of Paralympic dreams, and her determination to create a life with no regrets reveal how regret can become a driving force rather than a burden. Henry reflects on his own rebirth after years of music-industry heartbreak, sparked by a sunrise, a walk, and Jimmy Cliff’s “Many Rivers to Cross.”The episode closes with a heartfelt tribute to missionary pilot Alexander Wurm and his daughter Serena, who were tragically killed while transporting hurricane relief supplies to Jamaica. Their final mission becomes a reminder of love, service, and the courage to show up for others.A moving episode about resilience, purpose, and the power to change your own ending. Fundraiser by William Brawner : Rebuilding For The Future In The Wake of Hurricane MelissaProduced by Henry K in association with Voice Boxx Studios Kingston, JamaicaROOTSLAND NATION Reggae Music, Podcast & Merchandise
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"Hurricane Melissa Special" Sense of Purpose
In the wake of Hurricane Melissa’s devastation, Henry K and Sia reflect on Jamaica’s unbreakable spirit — and what it truly means to live with purpose. From the humor of “Wild Gilbert” to the wisdom of a Cornell study, this episode explores how resilience, rhythm, and compassion keep the island — and all of us — moving forward. Featuring heartfelt stories, reggae insight, and a call to rebuild with love and intention.Fundraiser by William Brawner : Rebuilding For The Future In The Wake of Hurricane MelissaProduced by Henry K in association with Voice Boxx Studios Kingston, Jamaica"Row Jimmy" (Garica/Hunter) performed by Judy Mowatt ROOTSLAND NATION Reggae Music, Podcast & Merchandise
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"Resistance" Every time I plant a Seed
In this powerful new episode of Rootsland: The Resistance, Henry K and Sia tell the story of Bipin Joshi — a young Nepali rapper and farmer who left home to learn modern agriculture in Israel, only to find himself caught in one of history’s darkest moments. Through Bipin’s journey and his family’s unwavering love, Rootsland explores courage, loss, and the quiet power of resistance — and how even in the blood-soaked soil, hope still finds a way to grow.Support Rootsland "Reggae's Untold Stories" Support the Rootsland TeamProduced by Henry K in association with Voice Boxx Studios Kingston, Jamaica Intro by Kim YamaguchiOpening/Closing Music Bipin Joshie Pashna प्रश्न… song by my brother bipin Joshi. Waiting for his safe release. #rescuebipinjoshi. - YouTubeProduced by Henry K in association with Voice Boxx Studios Kingston, JamaicaROOTSLAND NATION Reggae Music, Podcast & MerchandiseAs Israel’s Hostages Came Home, Bipin Joshi’s Mother From Nepal Learned Her Son Would Not - WSJ By Krishna Pokharel
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"Resistance" The Tan Umbrella
Rootsland: Resistance – Episode 1: “The Tan Umbrella”In the debut of Rootsland: Resistance, hosts Henry K and Sia explore what it truly means to “put up resistance” — in life, in music, and in the modern world. Inspired by Beres Hammond’s timeless anthem, their conversation weaves personal stories with social truths, showing how the fight to stay strong is both deeply personal and profoundly collective.Sia’s reflections as a cancer survivor bring the theme to life, revealing quiet acts of courage and the daily power of perseverance. Together, the hosts connect these struggles to a broader cultural battle — the fight to preserve authenticity in an age of algorithms and modern Babylon.At once intimate and thought-provoking, this episode reminds us that resistance isn’t a relic of the past — it’s a living rhythm. Support Rootsland "Reggae's Untold Stories" Support the Rootsland TeamProduced by Henry K in association with Voice Boxx Studios Kingston, Jamaica Intro by Kim YamaguchiClosing Song: Putting Up Resistance performed by Jakoostik - YouTube featuring Wayne Armond and Seretse SmallROOTSLAND NATION Reggae Music, Podcast & Merchandise
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"30 Minutes to Zion" Finale
Amidst the rolling Red Hills of Kingston, Rootsland returns with its most powerful story yet. In this season finale, "30 minutes to Zion" Henry K bridges the streets of Spanish Town and the blocks of Harlem, confronting corporate greed, broken dreams, and the brutal realities facing inner-city youth.Drawing on his own journey through reggae’s trenches and the lessons of Geoffrey Canada’s Harlem Children’s Zone, Henry reveals the staggering difference that just thirty minutes of reading a day can make—the fragile line between stagnation and success. With raw reflections on legends who never got their due and a young mother who realized her only escape was through her child, the episode becomes both confession and call to action.30 Minutes to Zion is more than a story about reggae or Harlem—it’s about sacrifice, legacy, and the urgency of giving the next generation tools to climb higher. From Kingston to South Florida, the torch is passed, thirty minutes at a time. Support the Rootsland Team https://rootsland.captivate.fm/supportProduced by Henry K in association with Voice Boxx Studios Kingston, JamaicaIntro Features Kim Yamaguchi Closing Theme: Righteous People performed by Wayne Armond photo Brian JahnROOTSLAND NATION Reggae Music, Podcast & Merchandise XrO9OM447PqCcr8aj9hV
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