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Before the world knew "Who Let the Dogs Out," the song belonged to Anslem Douglas.

In this episode, the Trinidad and Tobago music icon shares the untold story behind the Grammy-winning hit, clearing up decades of misconceptions about its journey from the Caribbean to the global stage.

We also explore the golden era of Carnival, the making of classics like Raggapumpum, Good Music to Dance, Jump and Mash Up the Party, and When Ah Dead Bury Meh Clothes, why soca must think beyond Monday and Tuesday, and how Caribbean artists can build lasting international careers.

Beyond the music, Anslem opens up about his faith, his passion for writing children's books, using his platform to raise awareness about domestic violence, and why he's still creating with the same purpose after more than four decades in the industry.

A masterclass in music, storytelling, longevity, and Caribbean culture.

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What is Hosay really about?

For many Trinidadians, it’s something we’ve grown up seeing—but few of us truly understand its history, meaning, or why it continues to unite an entire community.

In this episode, community leader and Hosay historian Jameel Bisnath explains the origins of Hosay, the story of Imam Hussein, why St. James has become the largest Hosay community in the Western Hemisphere, and how a tradition rooted in mourning became one of Trinidad & Tobago’s greatest examples of multicultural harmony.

We also explore the history of tassa, the symbolism behind the moons and tadjahs, the 1884 Hosay Massacre, preserving traditions for future generations, and why Jameel believes St. James offers a blueprint for national unity.

Whether you’ve participated in Hosay all your life or have never fully understood it, this conversation offers a fascinating look into one of our country’s richest cultural traditions.

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DJ Elon (Papi) joins The Corie Sheppard Podcast to share the untold story behind one of the biggest career decisions of his life.

In this episode, DJ Elon discusses why he walked away from a major radio position after his team was fired, the importance of loyalty, and the financial risk that followed. He reflects on turning down a military career, building his reputation in Trinidad & Tobago's entertainment industry, and the support his parents gave him throughout his journey.

We also explore the accidental creation of Club Papi during the COVID-19 pandemic, how an Instagram Live that started with just 12 viewers became a cultural phenomenon, and the lessons learned from entrepreneurship, including launching Papi's Waterhole and navigating the realities of business ownership in Trinidad & Tobago.

DJ Elon also shares behind-the-scenes stories about working with Voice, touring internationally, Carnival culture, Road March competition, South Carnival, and the moments that helped shape his career.

Topics include:

• Leaving radio for loyalty
• Building Club Papi
• Working with Voice
• Pandemic entrepreneurship
• Papi's Waterhole
• Carnival and Road March culture
• Family support and mentorship
• DJ life and international touring
• Business lessons and failure
• South Carnival and community

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