MEDIA vs JAMAICA. How Media Destroys Jamaica.

[@JAMAICAWITHIRIE]

I made a video about LOCAL MEDIA, and a local Television Company tried to shut it down. They requested KZbin to remove it and gave me a copyright strike, even though my video didn't break any copyright law. I fought back, KZbin accepted my claim and hopefully should reinstate the video soon. In the meantime - I published another video, the re-edited version with a few quotes from their videos, but without using any footage. They tried to remove it again! It was down from from 25 August to 9 September, but I won this one, and the video can now be watched here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZqvamoN4eseHotU

[@Geefiasco]

Great work! Keep on fighting for your rights 🇯🇲

[@thelogicalmoor8219]

Are you going to sue then since they did it again? Everytime someone or a business has tried to violate me they got sued. Most of the time it's been settled out of court. I've came to the realization that you're not taken seriously unless you sue.

[@JAMAICAWITHIRIE]

​@@thelogicalmoor8219 I cannot discuss this case in public any further at the moment, but please stay tuned to find out what happens in the end. Thank you for the support!

[@thelogicalmoor8219]

@@JAMAICAWITHIRIE thank you for all the work you have put in about Jamaican. You have changed plenty people's of perspective in a healthy way.

[@virtualdesignstudio715]

Great because I have been looking for it. The control is real

[@andrewngumunyu3730]

'The negative coverage ALSO influences how Jamaicans think of themselves' .... that was powerful

[@daworldthroughmyeyez]

Protect this woman by all cost... she is so needed

[@st.patrickreid8968]

Great Lady

[@branjamansmit]

A tru man

[@brimmybossupdates8354]

She good with us we need her she’s her to stay

[@blue_seabreeze1016]

A real deal man🤜🤛

[@reddibojam]

They need to have an eye on you! Should fare you?

[@izodman]

After residing in the States for a sometime, I can confidently say that America has no place to mock or talk about Jamaica or the rest of the world 🌍. America has so many disparaging areas and lifestyles that the media will never cover especially when it pertains to white America. It’s all about creating a facade masking the real truth or not bothering to put the work in share the actual truths. Thanks Irena for putting this into context for the world to comprehend from someone who resides in Jamaica. Keep up the good work and one love 🇯🇲

[@mikecameron8583]

exactly 💯% thank you very much that is why jamaicans are not allowed to see the world because if we did we would never go to America

[@Red_Tiger_Eye]

America is the biggest lying, stealing, and murderous country in the world.

[@arlenecameron5593]

Thanks Irina as always for stating facts without the hysteria.It seems to me that Jamaica and other small islands that want to stand up for themselves are being constantly maligned by extern bodies that want to keep them in their places.Ita so a sad fact that we our selves are also contributing to tbe narrative as I know that some of the biggest critics are fellow Jamaican some of whom have never been back home but listen to misinformation an trash our country to anyone that will listen.It is fair to criticise but only when comparing factual information.Instead of criticising become part of the solution.Irina Jamaica needs people like you to provide an unbiased reviwew.Thanks again.

[@phyllisthompson4207]

@@Red_Tiger_Eye The Bible spoke about Babylon the great. Ancient and last days..

[@giniolamy]

So you still live in the states

[@allisonlindsay9928]

Born and living in Jamaica 🇯🇲 and I would NOT live anywhere else. I agree with you about the media either lying or exaggerating about the conditions here. They make it appear as if its all negative, even though thousands of positive things are happening daily all over Jamaica by simple every day citizens who have chosen to make a difference with their lives.

[@Tinbeef22]

That's why the government won't do anything about crime and keep being corrupted. Everything irie man. Jamaica no problem.

[@morris3924]

Five more years and I’m coming home to Jamaica to live

[@wide-eyedwonderer4524]

Sometimes it takes a foreigner that has made Jamaica their home for people to get what we Jamaicans that love our country have been saying about our country all along. Thanks for pushing the real Jamaica, good and bad, with us.

[@marciainnis6268]

🙏🙏

[@phynnr3469]

A very very profound statement @Claudia M Barnett

[@simonmanley6257]

That's all unno do wait pon Fariner fi tek over boasy slave fi gi dem props an big ups

[@wide-eyedwonderer4524]

@@simonmanley6257 your comment is irrelevant. This lady is not a racist, I am not a slave, the trans-atlantic trade is over. I work in community development, volunteer, vote, participate in the decision making process of my country through other channels that doesn't involve me jumping up and down in green or orange. If you don't like the reality of the comment, that's your problem. People like me and others have been saying what Irena has been saying for years but some people only get it when a foreigner says it. The point is that sometimes some people will only see what we have been saying through a different lens... aka Irena. If you don't like white people, that's your problem.

[@phynnr3469]

Wow@@wide-eyedwonderer4524 😲😲🤣😅 I don't need to add anything else.

[@mykalwagner5341]

In my opinion, America sheds negative light on Caribbean nations to differ tourism money away from certain countries and funnel it into their allies.

[@shanekane9803]

facts

[@jojoyah_1236]

SO TRUE. Just like how they are differing visitors and their money from the small hotels, AirB&B, small businesses. They are making sure the big hotels get the tourist visitors by locking down these businesses and preventing visitors from going to certain areas which will support these small businesses. All inclusives still get their monies.

[@sekoubadjobe6320]

They do the same to Africa

[@LADYG-gl1jx]

America is dutty and wicked.

[@djswayy5]

@@sekoubadjobe6320 yes sir and all lands entirely especially lands with the indigenous ppl and there direct relatives - not woke - just seek

[@Tadrian4084]

AND THE 🥇 AWARD GOES TO IRIE!!!!!!!!!!! Another spectacular episode IRIE.

[@Cooyah888]

As a person who travels a lot. Jamaica is not as bad how the media, negative Jamaicans home and abroad make Jamaica out to be. Thank you, thank you, thank you for this.

[@originalfoxylady4520]

😄🇯🇲💯💚🇯🇲

[@maymay5600]

yeah, true, but now the coutry is doing the opposite, cause once you get into a taxi *blam* you are gone for the entire 3 days to weeks until they find your body

[@Cooyah888]

@@maymay5600 I am sure Jamaica is the only place that happens? One where else. As a black person, I feel safer in Jamaica than in the US. You are one of the bs propagandists.

[@maymay5600]

@@Cooyah888 huh??? did you read what i said? because i am telling it happens way often and you just assumed i am spreading propaganda???? wow, just wow, you know jamaica is going full on communism right?

[@maymay5600]

@@Cooyah888 HOLD ON! where the hell you get that bullshit brain fart i was spreading propaganda then? then i assume you're not from jamaica then? because i JUST LITERALLY TOLD YOU THAT SHIT HAPPENS! like huh??? I'M SPREADING PROPAGANDA? bro, looks like you're not from jamaica? because we advise tourist to mindful when taking taxis because it is true! like buddy what the fuck is wrong with you????

[@ajbrownmiscellaneous3720]

Protect this lady By all means nice truthful work

[@todaysreality1575]

Your work in and for a Jamaica will not go unrewarded. Thank you for all that you do.

[@ingababy5196]

You’ve open my eyes to a lot of things Irina. I think they are trying to keep us Jamaicans from returning to Jamaica from the States with our hard earned money. They want us to stay and build up their country.

[@shanellamalcolm210]

I just move here to the us and i will never. Retired here

[@JAMAICAWITHIRIE]

First time ever I post in the evening! Well :) here it comes! The Evening News! I really hope you find it useful and fun to watch! I apologize for such a Thumbnail.. with a lot of... controversial emoji, but this is the advantage I have as a KZbinr opposed to the "official media". Imagine if a tourist board made a post like that? 😂 This video criticizes media and it's ironic how media kept pushing their "copyright claims" on it. The most annoying one was by Hollywood (Fox Entertainment) that holds the rights for "Marked for Death" film. In the end, I had to change my video completely and remove their footage. ... PS. Turns out the description box of the video has a limit of 5000 symbols.. the list of references is almost 12,000 symbols with links... oops. 😆I need to figure out how to make the list with references as a separate file 🤔

[@martinharris5567]

I would love to see part 2.

[@outofmanyweareone6429]

One luv🖤💚💛

[@kgbmg9318]

Check out i woke up KGB

[@BORNFREE876]

🇯🇲 Irene, Irene, Irene. ❤ ❤ U R my Utube Queen 🚨 siren. Flagging wolves in sheep clothing. Fact-checking dog whistle-blowin. Thanx Irene, our media sheepdog. Kill U must, duty bound; no fuss. Patrolling while our guards sleep. Watching while our leaders peep. Lie$ abound; politic$ of the pur$e Foreign media, they're the worst. Our Utubers, smh, some our curse. IRENATION, in a world so perverse

[@Ibelievejc132]

Irie!!! Thank you SO MUCH for this video! I've watched all your stuff multiple times and was recently reviewing the Bourdain series to get more insight. I knew his episodes were old, so I wondered what happened with the beach situation and even thought about writing you asking you to cover his claims and see how they actually turned out years later!!! You did it, without request!!! Thanks so much!! Additionally, you've inspired my family to consider a move back to the Caribbean (I lived in St.Kitts as a girl) and we'll be there in 3 WEEKS to scope it out and officially decide if it's an option for us.

[@LivingOnPurpose1]

You are absolutely a gift by God to Jamaica 🇯🇲 Those of us who love you and appreciate you, really do. Superb body of work here on this video.

[@jojoyah_1236]

I was born in Jamaica and grew up there until I was 12 years old. I have never smoked anything or seen anyone in my family smoke. It was not until I emigrated to the US and attended High School that I smelt and saw kids smoking in the restrooms in between classroom breaks. This was very shocking to me, especially growing up in a religious family. Yes, I agree that the negative media has impacted Jamaicans pride in their country. I believe this is a concerted effort or agenda to discourage us from visiting or returning home. Thanks for this report.

[@CurtisCT]

OMG, I have exactly the same experience! Never saw or heard of marijuana until I migrated to the US as a child. As a matter of fact, not even as a child, it wasn't until I started college that I first saw drug use. My friends thought I was joking when I told them that as a child in JA, I never saw or smelt marijuana in my entire life. The college party scene in the US really opened my eyes regarding drug use! I've never seen such heavy drug use and people passed out all over the place in my life! Then they made fun of me because I as a Jamaican refused to join in with the drug use. To them, drugs can be found round every street corner in Jamaica.

[@jojoyah_1236]

I attended a Christian college and did not experience this while I was there. None of my friends smoked either and they were predominantly from a Caribbean backgrounds.

[@annmariebusu9924]

Foreigners are the most obsessed with weed. Of course I was familiar with weed growing up in Jamaica and what it smells and looks like. However most people whether Christian or other are too busy with their regular lives to focus on weed.

[@Jolissa56]

Didn’t you guys see the videos with the little boys smoking ? This was a few months ago , the boys look like 5 years old

[@kayonnewebley7123]

I had the EXACT same experience. It wasn't until I went to the US for university that all of a sudden weed was in my face 24/7. So many Americans smoke like there is no tomorrow! Something I had, and to this day have never experienced in Jamaica. It was a real cuture shock to me.

[@patiencemoyo9751]

Finally, a very meaningful narrative about Jamaica. I've been there 3 times, mingling with the 'real' Jamaica most of the time. I loved it so much! Sadly, not too many of my Jamaican friends appreciate what they have, thanks to the media. Thanks so much Irina!

[@Daniean]

Preach Irina!!! You clearly expressed some of the thoughts I have had for years but never had the words or the platform to express. Thank you

[@lesliegreen874]

As a Jamaican living in Jamaica.... I THANK YOU!

[@janice911]

Hats off to you Irina to highlight knowledge and truth. You are indeed doing a great job. I have a story. My brother showed me a website with our mom when she was living in Jamaica where she was walking to church on a Sunday and someone took a picture of her saying this is transportation on a Sunday by foot in Jamaica, they also had some pictures of a cart on the site. When me and my brother showed our mom she was unaware of it, all we did was laugh, where my mom was going is not far and so she walked.

[@eugeniebeason5103]

I hope those people who took the picture realize that walking is a healthy thing to do. More people should be doing just that

[@cleverB634]

That's why I love you Irena. You are simply the best. God bless you Irena 🙏🏾🙏🏾💕 God bless Jamaica 🙏🏾🙏🏾💕

[@margaretwaugh2273]

You're my favorite youtuber,the reasons for that is obvious.Thanks for debunking those myths about Jamaica.

[@outofmanyweareone6429]

Thank you Irina, thank you for your positive and truth about JA. You did an excellent job. For years this piss me off how the media portray JA. One luv🖤💚💛🇬🇧🇯🇲🇺🇸

[@ricardothomas3779]

This is an awesome piece of work you did here Irina. Thank you. We Jamaicans appreciate it. Thanks again.

[@BORNFREE876]

🇯🇲 Thanks again 🌹Irene for your undying love of the rock we call home. Inspite of its varied ills we still carry the emotional obligation of support akin to a troubled family member. For years now, I've long since assumed a lean diet of Jamaican news coverage, simply to save my fragile soul. Jamaica, I will never stop ❤ loving you; even if I have to walk alone.

[@selmae.890]

🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲❤️❤️❤️

[@trevorsteer7331]

@DRY EYES, trust me, you are NOT walking alone (P.S.: I am a Liverpool Fan, since "mi a likkle bwoy a yaad", so your closing phrase means more than one thing for me... :) :) ).

[@BORNFREE876]

@@trevorsteer7331 🇯🇲 Up!!

[@Rochielin]

Irina Love, you have produced yet another amazing video. I’m sure everyone appreciates the time and effort you put into your videos. Keep up the good work my fellow KZbinr! ❤️

[@kathythorpe9029]

Great JOB! Unfortunately....... People gravitate towards the negative. I'm eagerly waiting for part 2! (Local Media)

[@kennedyrichards5444]

Another excellent vid...am still surprised by the amount of ppl that believe the media bs about Jamaica and even more surprised about the amount of Jamaicans that believe the media bs..🇯🇲❤

[@learningasigo1269]

Thank you so so much for your intelligent analysis. You are fantastic! I am a subscriber and a passionate fan of yours. I am a Jamaican who was born and raised there. I moved to the United States at the age of 15. It’s been several decades since leaving and because I haven’t been back since 2002, I’ve had some trepidation about returning for a visit. This fear is fueled by all the stories I hear from Jamaicans who either still live in Jamaica, or Jamaican friends who visit annually and come back with stories about all the crime taking place in the country. They make it sound like a war zone although I think most of it is unintentional on their part. Thank you so much for opening up my eyes by putting it all in proper perspective.

[@JAMAICAWITHIRIE]

Thank you so much for sharing! You would enjoy part 2 even more... because I will be covering the part of "sharing stories" and where these stories come from..

[@dsmith9709]

Next time the telling you the crime stories ask the" How come they are still alive". They will shut up.

[@kayonnewebley7123]

Part of the problem is with the local media houses. Jamaican media makes international media look like they're not trying. Their coverage is horrible, all they do is report crime stats and I'm convinced that by it they actually make the crime problem worse. Because criminals know that if they do something brazen they'll end up on tv, and who doesn't want to end up on tv? I've actually seen news artcles from these same media houses where gunmen actually have come out and said this very thing, but yet the media houses continue. And their coverage results in Jamaicans constantly living in fear. Yes, Jamaica has a crime problem, but if you listen to most of the Jamaican media houses - especially television (yes you TVJ and CVM) - you'd think that Jamaica was just one big bloodfield. My conscience is pricking me and telling me that I should mention that Nationwide News Network seems to be sensible people, but other than that...? I stopped watching Jamaica's television news some years ago. It was only supposed to be a break, but when I realised how much my mental and emotional health improved by making that one decision I never looked back. So yes, I'm looking forward to part 2 of IRIE's series lol. I hope she really tell dem bout demself.

[@learningasigo1269]

@@kayonnewebley7123 thank you. That was informative. I know exactly what you mean, because there are times living abroad that there is a certain political character, or some celebrity, or some other event that’s being hyped day in and day out by the news media. When I get tired of it I just tune it out by turning to other stations that are not participating in the hype. So I know exactly what you mean.

[@youngguapo2820]

These videos are well put together, could only imagine the effort it takes 😰

[@lindalewis3170]

WELL SAID. MOST KZbinRS WANTS QUICK MONEY, THATS WHY I DONT WATCH THEM.

[@exoticcarfactsofficialchan7050]

Don't just imagine....SUPPORT $$$

[@Tiadom1]

This is why I always watch your videos...you always tell the truth. And show the reality of the situation. Whether good or bad. And I love it.

[@kyafikaloo7268]

I swear I could watch your videos all day like I watch kdramas on Netflix. Another awesome presentation/lecture professor Irena loved it as always. 🇯🇲🖤💚💛

[@sefp]

Anyone can who watches Kpop and drama isn’t awake they are brainwash victims.

[@felicianothorpe8998]

See why we need to appreciate Jamaica.No weh no better than yard!

[@bulufish8208]

This should be on all travel agencies. There is a lot of negative reviews in those agencies.. Take care and be safe.

[@livinglife5295]

Great video as always 🙌🏾. Misinformation about Jamaica always infuriate me.

[@DwaineMessado]

Can we just give this lady a Jamaican citizenship please.... great Job as usual

[@jsnmad]

You gave me food for thought on comedy and jokes. Sometimes, we laugh at the joke because it meets mechanics of tickling the funny bone but often we forget the deeper message that the joke is trying to convey. So, I should really maintain giving positive jokes rather than negative ones.

[@JAMAICAWITHIRIE]

well, it's all about the subject of a joke. People can joke about ANYTHING, as long as the intention behind the joke has a meaning, either to expose nonsense or to deliver the truth and influence the public in a good way. If the joke is out of date or delivering pure lies misinforming people - that's not a good joke.

[@phillipbeckford7814]

Another great content from a great youtuber that is putting Jamaica on the map in such a awesome way and we thank you to grace Jamaica with your talent and keep up the good work and also correcting the bad news being put out there about Jamaica and continue to do what your doing for your new home Jamaica. God bless you and ur family n all the best going forward

[@jojoyah_1236]

SHE STUDIED. Many of the Journalists in Jamaica need to study with her.

[@rootsjamaica7360]

I love how you stand up for our country keep up the good work God bless

[@TheAmorchef]

I am so impressed with this video...going to spread the word...great job

[@JAMAICAWITHIRIE]

Thank you so much!

[@thesefoxes2821]

We have so much to learn from you🇯🇲🇯🇲 looking forward to p2💛..

[@cynthiafavorite8220]

Excellent content, very thorough research, you make me proud to be Jamaican. Thank you, well done.

[@HillStreetReds]

Thanks for helping to enlighten others on the truth of how poor journalism fuels how people are influenced and misinformed - and no one questions the information, just eat up everything hook line and sinker. Then people defend the bs when your state that the Emporer wears no clothes...

[@turnerroyal7986]

I definitely respect the time and effort that you have taken to make a video filled with meaningful content . . . I present to you my Global Citizen award!!! Keep up the good work!!! Jamaica to the world!!

[@carolt2198]

Hello Irina, Once again there is so much to unpack in this video, you made so many great points that makes me think how easily I have been influenced by media in general when it comes to my island home, Jamaica. The one thing that you brought up that stands out for me was the Chris Rock comedic moment which like you, I did not find funny as I also thought to myself, what is he talking about? In any case I can see your journalistic skills shining through in this well made video.

[@JAMAICAWITHIRIE]

Thank you so much for sharing the feedback! I appreciate the support and glad you've found the video useful! 🙏

[@carolwilliams3]

Once again, awesome analysis! This is what objective observation that is free of racism, fear, propaganda, and stereotypes looks like.

[@carloslindberg630]

Thank you so much for your hard work! You are an inspiration and give me actually hope! Hope that I lost a long time ago..... I am definitely going to subscribe to you and follow you on your journey. May God bless you and your family! Thank you so much!😄

[@promisemadepromisekept.7575]

I thank you so very much for this, I've traveled to a few countries, including Ukraine, and I know that MOST of the information out there on Jamaican is not true, it annoys me to no end, truly infuriating. I pray that your channel grows to hundreds of thousands so more people can get these information on OUR BEAUTIFUL ISLAND.

[@stephonie06able]

Thank you so much for showing my island home, 🇯🇲 Jamaica, in the positive light that it rightfully deserves. You should receive a a medal for this documentary🙏🏽🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲

[@SoulReactionbySheron]

Thank you for dispelling the myth about Jamacia, I will definitely do a video about my community when I go back. Appreciate what you're doing ❤

[@marvcandygifford8054]

Keep us posted

[@iandowe5976]

Great vlog . As an expat, I’ve learned more about my home country than from any other source. Keep up the good work.

[@RacquelNM]

It’s a shame that some people will watch this and still feed off of the fear that the media (especially local media) pushes about Jamaica without a second thought. That Chris Rock clip also makes me angry for so many reasons. I didn’t know about the third world country thing! That’s interesting. I’m going to look into it more! Thanks for sharing and I can’t wait for part 2!

[@shellywilks883]

Nice to you see you Irina Bella🤗🤗Yes it does and some entertainers too, such a shame. However, the main thing many people need to do is research and explore for themselves instead of believing everything others put out.🙏

[@georgebromfield5008]

Thanks again for debunking those false stories about our beautiful Jamaica 🇯🇲 I know that we have problems but where in the world that has no problems.?

[@pinchers1]

im a jamaican living in sweden and i must say that your channel is very educating and uplifting , please never stop representing jamaica. one love

[@jessicaloisturner]

Your videos are SO refreshing - so needed. To see so many Jamaicans in and out of the country supporting your work says volumes. Big up

[@crictyrone]

Very good video highlighting some of the things foreigners and Jamaicans need to know about Jamacia

[@cbbar4917]

Another awesome production, Irina. Keep up the excellent work. I am always at a loss for words when youtube videos and other content about JA, lack research and fact-checking. I can recommend your channel to anyone wanting a balanced opinion of JA from an outsider...adopted Jamaican. Looking forward to the next video production. Keep up the excellent work...."Your a Jamaican".

[@onedropreggaedvd]

👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲 love this, I’ve been saying this to people for years.

[@mightymo4579]

Hey Iriena, I love what you are doing to shine a positive light on Jamaica. Keep up the good work.

[@dersommerfrischler6507]

Every video is saturated with journalistic information. Especially like this topic is so great, to get a thinking behind the scenes. It is so healthy for the mind. We had almost been one day there by a cruise ship from Ocho Rios and visited a fruit plantation and drove back through Port Maria and visited the St Mary Parish Church where a service was finished and the people left it. Therefore we had that semi poor impression inspite we have been there. Also the BackpackingSimon channel shows us that impression, but it shows a very positive kind of view. All of that AirBnB sites visited in this channel improved their situation and got better in business. Such sites are great for people who want be away from the organized living in the western world. It's kind of camping on a free site. But your videos are eye-opening for an overview of the complete situation. That was really new, to see the developed living sites and its prices in the last video. Topics what be interesting me would be: How do Jamaicans earn their money? What kind of business are running in which size? What about the craft industry, like house buildings, street construction, car repair, lumber and wood craft like carpenters, food industry, welding and mechanic shops? Banks, press, media, the huge harbour in Kingston, the government, Commonwealth, that main influencing businesses it.

[@dsmith9709]

Jamaican ear their living just like people do in the USA. Some are lawyers, doctors teacher, nurses bankers, shop keeps. Whatever job in the west is in Jamaica. I know lawyers there who live a better life than the ones in the USA and they make less but they have a better quality of life.

[@garthwilliams378]

As D Smith said, there exist in Jamaica traditional professions like doctors, lawyers, bankers, etc--just like any other country that I can think of. However, Jamaican industries are to a large extent based on three factors: its historic economic context, comparative advantage in trade, local market forces. Historically, Jamaica's economy was agriculture based, whereby produce was both for local consumption export. Traditional goods produced included sugar cane, coffee beans, cocoa, bananas, coconuts, herbs and spices. Around these primary industries developed secondary/cottage industries that processes these materials into sugar, rum, coffee, chocolate, banana chips, coconut rum, water and/or oil, bottles spices such as hot sauces, mixed spices or spice purees. Whilst the cost of cultivating, or even processing these produce may not be the lowest internationally, these items attract premium price on the world market. As mentioned previously, Jamaica may not be the ideal place to cultivate produce at competitive costs--save for all, except cannabis. The country has decriminalized the plant and is offering licences along the lines of cultivation, retail, transport, and research. Another industry where there exists comparative advantage is in bauxite mining due to low extraction costs. However, current trends within that industry have made me disapprove of the miners' activities and view the industry as another attempt at exploitation. Even though the population of Jamaica is small, there is a large consumption of imported goods--by both businesses and citizens. These range from building supplies (lumber, plumbing, steel, lighting fixtures, etc.); consumer retail products relating to house care and beauty care; farm equipment, technology, and chemicals. Of course, the tourism and hospitality sector is a vital part of the economy, and is an avid producer as well as consumer for local goods and services such as agricultural products, builders and landscapers, and craftsmanship for art and furniture. Currently, there is a demand for logistic solutions, and will be even greater as the country establishes itself as an international logistic hub. I'm trying to be concise. The country offers many benefits to foreign investors. I am of the opinion that the country can greatly benefit from investment in light industries--especially products targeting the construction sector. According to the Ease of Doing Business Report for 2020, Jamaica is classified as a country that is easy to do business in, and is ranked 71st. There are undoubtedly many things I have omitted, which is not intentional, but rather an attempt to answer your queries in the least amount of words.

[@dersommerfrischler6507]

@@garthwilliams378 and @D Smith, thank you for your valuable answers. I was in Jamaica just one time by cruise ship, in 2017. With own eyes everything is different as I was awaiting it. Also the other Caribbean islands. There was so much industry, many hubs, and also so European and not North-American in its kind. It is a real paradise.

[@oliwoodnorth2371]

Irie, I have only one thing (ok 2 things)to say to you regarding this video...BRAVA!!!!! MASTERPIECE!!!! I sent this to everyone that i know. Keep them coming.

[@JAMAICAWITHIRIE]

Thanks much for all the support! 🙏

[@gargamelandrudmila8078]

Amazing, great work. Summarised the active failings of international media to show the reality of ja, its good, its bad and its indifferent. All of the above can 'sell' if people are given value from a journalist that provides insight, analysis, and commentary - if it is an opinion piece - in a transparent fact-based article, or film, of documentary. To be honest this is why your channel is a great example. Cheers....looking forwards to prt 2.

[@lorrainedavis4328]

THANK YOU IRENE FOR SHARING SUCH POSITIVE PEACE OF RESEARCH ON OUR BEAUTIFUL ISLAND OF JAMAICA...I LOVE HOW YOU LOVE MY BORN YARD.❤❤

[@sd1349]

Another Excellent Episode. Please keep them coming. Debunking the worlds ridiculous impression (most of which are the “can’t see the forest through the woods” types; like the international media and Ras Kitchen watchers/subscribers lol!) of Jamaica is simply priceless.

[@blesskid5306]

I really appreciate your video and the love you have for Jamaica and the positive light you put on my beautiful island, thank you Irie

[@jsnmad]

I remember my cousin introduced me to the movie, "Marked for Death". It was very funny because it was exaggerated and the use of our bad words. I still think it is very funny. A lot of this happens in the media and movies but I enjoy the humour in it. I guess when you know the truth and live in the truth, you laugh at the hyperbole (but maybe those who don't know take it very seriously)

[@JAMAICAWITHIRIE]

It might have been funny because you knew it was an exaggeration and you viewed it as humour, but I can tell you for sure that people in former USSR countries who watched that film (mostly the generation of my parents) thought that it was exactly what Jamaicans are like and some people even asked me how I would have to deal with all the voodoo there when I told them I was relocating to Jamaica. It's crazy how strong the influence of a fiction story can be in shaping our opinions, especially if we don't have an access to the truth about the place or an event.

[@brendabrown7803]

Irie u are a true Jamaican girl respect 🙏

[@sue112]

Well done Irie for the update and thank you

[@mykalwagner5341]

I've been to Kingston, Montego Bay, and Negril and never had any problems an never felt unsafe. I'd walk around downtown Montego Bay and never once was afraid. I also visited Haiti, Dominican Republic, and Puerto Rico...also no issues.

[@cleverB634]

My sentiments exactly

[@Jolissa56]

How unno lie and wicked Suh ?! Mi born an grow in Kingston and almost every night shot fya used to have diarrhea and no running water

[@madeinjamaica7025]

@@Jolissa56 Okay but not everywhere in Jamaica is like that. I'm sure where you live it's like that and where this person went is also like how they said. I'm from Clarendon and I don't feel unsafe even now the most I do is make sure no one pickpockets me. My area is chill it's only the unemployment that causes problems

[@Jolissa56]

@@madeinjamaica7025 I agree that unemployment a the biggest problem but I will not come on here and say that Jamaica is safe , taxi man kill mi fren fe $100 kmt a white person stand a better chance of survival in Jamaica than an actual Jamaican citizens

[@jojoyah_1236]

An agenda to debase black man's land. We are in a WAR people. This is not new. They set us free from slavery with no education and refuse to give us a helping hand up out of the poverty we were left in. We are on our own. We are the ones we have been waiting for. Thanks to friends like Irina who have produced this wonderful report.

[@jasonsmith3530]

Great job irie and keep up the good work sis. Jamaica is sweet and lovely 💯💯

[@andrehunter4062]

Thanks for helping to enlighten others 9n the truth about our little island home

[@mevans3291]

Your point on Third world country BLEW MY MIND!!!

[@chickoneyyoung3516]

Finally I just love the way you put out Jamaica out their

[@johnking82]

Big up u self girl real talk yow up move 🔥🔥🇯🇲🇯🇲

[@hainleysimpson1507]

Another high quality video Irina and you do all of this with no editor? Goes to show how well you can do and how passionate you are.

[@samrichman1145]

Many thks for yr time🤔 an appreciate time an effort you Putting in to Di vlog 👍🏿 💯 , happy Sunday an stay bless 🙌🏿🙏🏿

[@dechawnsmusings1310]

I am roughly half way through. Another great video. Greatly appreciate your videos

[@djgenius626]

You teaching me so much,,, and the narrative on the gangs and drugs, you are so correct,,,, they just telling stories!!

[@taurusmantv8813]

Irena you are so on point,since being here in uncle Sam place I'm seeing things from a different perspective. If you live in a city like say Baltimore it would be an eye opener to many, many more people. I've people whom I thought were going fall on their faces just suddenly wake up and take a bite of food.

[@africarain8294]

This video is so educational and welcoming🙏🏽 thank you so much for letting those little wicked people think 🤔bad about jamaica🇯🇲 JAMAICA IS BEAUTIFUL

[@yardie4636]

I can’t wait for part 2. I always enjoy watching your channel

[@gbbrown7343]

Love your videos, not because I am Jamaican, but for the thoughtfulness and well reasoned views. You have forced me to see my country from a completely different viewpoint. Being too close to the image one misses the bigger picture. Thank you.

[@garnetbeckford]

thank you for enlightening my beloved Country.

[@Biggzlist]

Finally someone points out how skewed stats and bad journalism is rampant in and surrounding news about Jamaica.

[@vaughnbaugh3833]

I can't wait for you to do your review on local journalists and the overall media landscape because there is a particular radio station that loves to talk about from reliable sources and constantly push a particular narrative that suits dem.

[@JAMAICAWITHIRIE]

Thank you! Please share the name of the radio station (I don't listen to the radio, so it's a bit tricky for me to do the research in that area)

[@mysticdre321]

Wow. Wow . Wow. What a great production. God Bless you.

[@Jamaicalandofthefree]

Good job as always Irina. I realize this year that the term 3rd world country was change to middle income country. I wonder why, good to learn the reason.

[@craigedwards8215]

I love you so much for posting this!...

[@andrecurtis2335]

You're doing great work! I hope they'll honor your contribution to the country and that you'll get citizen ship. Also, wear your hair however you feel comfortable and ignore dem miserable folks here in the US and other places with there nonsense about "cultural appropriation." We salute you for shining such a light on our country, and your actions reflect "Cultural Appreciation." Nuff Love!

[@trevorsteer7331]

@Andre Curtis, I love that phrase "Cultural Appreciation". Couldn't have said it better when it comes to Irina...not just Jamaican Culture, but all Cultures. She is so amazing in all aspects, but that is one of my favorite things that I love about her.

[@namelastname2127]

Much love for you Irina, you've hit on so many points and facts, thanks for pointing out all these issues.👌 💕

[@ONEBIGIRIEFAMILY]

And you my friend is great at journalism 👍❤️

[@seanreynolds516]

Hope many foreign people view this content. The approach you take is analysis, not mental shorthand that can lead to erroneous conclusions. Sometimes the anxieties of life lead us to lose perspective, and sad to say believe the worst about the island.

[@alansolomon2863]

Thank you so very much Irina, a true Gem 💎 you are. We love you and appreciate you for shining your Heart's Light on the dark Ones' deceptions. The Reptilian reign over humanity is finally, and imminently ending. Love Light reign next. One love 💛.

[@lesmawatkins7020]

Thank you Irina for your positive insight very very helpful, greatly appreciate it.

[@herbertpessoa6094]

I love your investigative journalism you are informative I enjoy your program

[@zionistofficial7540]

I'm from Jamaica and I love this video well put together 💯🙏 they only show the bad side about Jamaica 🇯🇲but it's really nice here. Violence happen everywhere over the world not just here, GOOD JOB & WELL DONE💫👌

[@edsmith4821]

Mrs Irie has earned her name and status as a Jamaican citizen and I love how she gwaan 👑 America's obsession with us during Manley's time destabilizing us into a financial wreck and forcing us into an IMF loan is why Jamaica is what it is today. I have no love for the US whatsoever.

[@exoticcarfactsofficialchan7050]

This woman is fighting harder to positively represent Jamaica than natural born Jamaicans. Step up Jamaicans and endorse this brave woman! Support and protect her, because she is spreading a positive message about Jamaica to the world! 👏🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲 Blessup! One-love ❤

[@exquisitecaribbeanqueen7198]

Thanks so much for setting the record straight

[@NattyByNature-]

Wow, with so many KZbinrs that’s out there for entertainment, I’m happy to see you are providing something different and unique with your page. Thank you for the eye opener.