<p>In this vibrant conversation, Chantal sits down with media powerhouse, storyteller and voice over artist Vanessa James,the dynamic voice behind global brands, beloved Caribbean festivals, and empowering creative spaces. From lending her bilingual voice to campaigns for Netflix and JetBlue, to founding Food, Wine &amp; Fete and Women of Impact, Vanessa shares how she’s used her platform to celebrate culture, amplify others, and stay rooted in her Trinidadian heritage. It’s a joyful, inspiring exchange about purpose, passion, and the power of showing up for your community.</p><p><br></p><h3>Show Notes</h3><p>Join us at "Food, Wine &amp; Fete" 2026! <a href="https://rebrand.ly/iziranz" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Details Here</em></a></p><p>Connect with Vanessa James:</p><p>Website:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.vanessajamesmedia.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">vanessajamesmedia.com</a></p><p>Instagram:&nbsp;@vanessajamesmedia</p><p><br></p><h3>More About Island Girls Rock</h3><p>Visit our website: islandgirlsrock.com</p><p>Connect with us on Instagram: @igr_love</p><br><p>This podcast is produced by Island Girls Chantal Miller &amp; BreAnna Holmes</p><p>Edited by Island Girl BreAnna Holmes</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>