She left Europe to start a new life in Jamaica

Moving to Jamaica has always been a dream for Jessica. As a former national karate champion Jessica was able to make that dream a reality 9 years ago. She made the decision to jump two feet in, sell everything she owned in Switzerland and move to Jamaica! I had the pleasure of sitting down with Jessica to hear her story. This was a great collaboration with a fellow Jamaican KZbinr. I hope you enjoy
0:00 Intro
2:24 Jessica’s Origin Story
11:41 Deciding to Move to Jamaica
17:00 Transitioning to Jamaica from Switzerland
23:26 Kingston is too Dangerous 🙄
26:56 Visiting Other Parishes
28:30 Starting KZbin in Jamaica
36:34 Jessica’s Vision for her Channel
39:48 The Current State of KZbin Jamaica
48:08 Stay in Touch!
Jessica’s Contact
KZbin: / jessicacargill1
IG: @jessykarate
Twitter: @jessykarate
FB: JessicaCargill
My Contact
www.thropmedia.com/throp-x
IG: @throp
FB: @throplife
👇🏾 How to support the channel
www.patreon.com/throp

[@august9006]

Jamaican youths stop making a fool of yourselves learn a skill and build yourself a life. stop going around and being a negative being, life is good.

[@vladovskibarrera9695]

It is easier to beg foreigners for a few dollars or spend time at dancehall parties

[@mikeg9138]

Wonderful interview. My wife coin this phrase "where there's a will, there's a Jamaican" and that is so thru

[@Throp]

ahhh I love that! You might hear me say that in the future

[@throp692]

Msge me 🔝🔝

[@fiyofontaine9447]

I am from Dominica and love my island but Jamaica comes close as one of my favourite islands in the Caribbean. I still hold the beautiful memories from my stay there. Jamaicans are beautiful and hospitable people. The fear the media spew about Jamaica is wholly exaggerated. No holidays have topped my time in JA. I cannot wait to visit again.

[@peteswaby7131]

Ay god have mercy on that lady u can't do no business out here in jamaica too much their an murderer

[@MichelleBarhamblog]

Yes, that is true

[@natashagriffiths6437]

'Choose your struggle', well said Jessica. Many ways to live life indeed. All the best and continue to enjoy your choice and freedom. 💖

[@Throp]

Thanks for the comment

[@Cristallina96]

I love Jessica’s energy. She is just always smiling , Always positive and high energy and I’m one of her subscribers too. I loved this interview, I always wondered if Jessica was born in jamaica or not because you can hear her Jamaican accent but it’s not as strong so I did have a thought that she was of Jamaican descent and moved there which is what I would love to do. I was born in London but I’m of Jamaican descent to and I can’t wait to move to Jamaica one day. I love to watch these interview of other peoples stories of how they moved to Jamaica 🇯🇲

[@jamdawgutube]

She definitely "sounds" Jamaican to me.

[@Cristallina96]

@@jamdawgutube I never said she didn’t sound Jamaican. I said her accent doesn’t sound as strong as a Jamaican that was born there. You can tell the difference

[@Throp]

Thanks so much for watching!!

[@dermottthompson9738]

Hi Cristallina , I am Jamaican by birth, I migrated to Canada 🇨🇦 on January 16 , 2009 . I love Canada 🇨🇦 but I am missing 😢 Jamaica 🇯🇲 😢 😞, I am getting homesick . So I am planning to go home 🏡 to Jamaica 🇯🇲 🤔 🙃 soon.

[@thebennettfamily5739]

I Am so happy to see person’s returning to Jamaica 🇯🇲, it’s my dream to return to Jamaica 🇯🇲 one day, Jamaica 🇯🇲 is beautiful 🤩

[@Throp]

🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 on day for sure

[@Amidisyaso]

Listening to Jessica, she sounds more Jamaican than I would have expected seeing that she as born and raised in Switzerland. She has adapted very well

[@Throp]

She definitely has

[@teejay6631]

Definitely

[@richcooke2389]

Love this interview. Now I know a little more about this charismatic and down to earth princess. What a journey. Love it.

[@Throp]

Awesome! Thank you

[@ijamaica1052]

The positivity coming across from both of these young people is uplifting. More young Jamaicans should be doing this instead of scamming and guns

[@MrNanah38]

its all due to upbringing

[@Throp]

Thanks so much

[@paulturner8372]

the one's here of jamaican parents just want to hang on the street and be gangs stabbing other rivals members

[@teejay6631]

Thank you

[@kurlymeka]

I started my channel in 2021. I watch Jessica’s channel and I have seen her growth. One thing I can say about KZbin is that it is not as easy as it seems. A lot of work goes into creating content. Doing what you love is the best way to go as KZbin is not a sprint but a marathon. I really enjoyed this interview with my girl Jessica.

[@dturnermm]

How did you get so many subs in such a short space of time?

[@kurlymeka]

@@dturnermm by being consistent and providing valuable information for those who watch my videos and also sticking to my niche. I believe anyone can do it if they have the discipline.

[@Throp]

Great advice great comment

[@marciasassi8551]

Just beautiful I can say🥰 Thanks again Throp😊....we love our country👊🏿 sweet Jamaica🇯🇲😘

[@whiskyjames4200]

Most foreigners are worried about their safety and security, and healthcare here. But, the majority of the country is relatively safe. My country Jamaica, is a beautiful place!🇯🇲

[@Throp]

Great point

[@jacquelinegrayden4706]

I wish that would reflect in the daily news from Jamaica. I am reading quite the contrary, so there must be 2 Jamaicas.

[@whiskyjames4200]

@@jacquelinegrayden4706Yes, you're reading from "farrin" somewhere obviously. Most of what you're "reading" is not random, but, calculated and deliberate. I read that there has been more than 7 "mass shootings" in America this month. The latest was in New Mexico by an 18 year old who randomly shoots 9 and killed three elderly innocent women, including a 98 yr old mother, her 73 yr old daughter and a 79 yr old woman, with an AR-15 rifle which he purchased legally for his 18th birthday.

[@banksbanks2173]

@@whiskyjames4200 apparently Jacqueline is not aware of such things

[@dwandnewton]

Thanks Throp! I love these types of interviews! Jessica has a great personality! Big ups to her for living out her dream from martial arts and moving to Jamaica! I am now officially a subscriber to her channel 😊

[@Throp]

You’re welcome!

[@michaelwesley-roberts2238]

Bless up!! My family and I are praying about living here. I have Jamaican heritage and therefore my wife and I have really been doing research and finding family and culture! Watching shows as yours makes me feel closer to "home." God bless you!!

[@Throp]

awesome. Best of luck to you and your family

[@michaelwesley-roberts2238]

@@Throp thank you!! Prayers needed!! Bless up!

[@InthelifeofDanellejam]

I’m excited to see this interview. My son is in second year of secondary in Switzerland. We are also encouraging him to do tourism education for the same reason… because we are from Jamaica 🇯🇲

[@Throp]

Awesome

[@susangordon3152]

Always good conversations with you Thorp. Blessings. 💛

[@Throp]

Thank you so much :)

[@millicentthompson2962]

Really enjoyed this interview. Two of my favorite subscribers. Jamaican in NY

[@Throp]

Awesome :) makes me smile

[@bambamakachampion1473]

Great interview, thanks to both of you for sharing your love for Jamaica. I will return to Jamaica one day because I miss that freedom Jessica highlighted. Nuff love

[@throp692]

Msge me 🔝🔝.

[@tywilliams3291]

My favorite Jamaica KZbinr.she’s such a bright light.always so positive and happy 🇯🇲😍🫶🏽

[@throp692]

Msge me 🔝🔝.

[@winniesworld5359]

Jess!! I didn't know you were from Switzerland OMG that's amazing!! I love it! I'm happy I happened upon this pod cast...#subscribed

[@Throp]

Awesome! Welcome to the channel!

[@mrinfo649]

Another fun and informative collaboration Throp, Jessica has a really cool vibe about her, y’all should do a adventure collaboration. Much blessings bro

[@Throp]

Thank you so much

[@MonicaWint-iq3dy]

It's very nice to listen to both of you to have a open mind and strong positive another this beautiful about Jamaica after 50 years mi come back a yard only regret I did return sooner !! Buena swarte = Good luck in Spanish .

[@jeanwatson271]

Excellent interview, well articulated. Thumbs up Jessica.

[@Throp]

Thank you so much

[@c.m.1513]

Yessss... I watch Jessica's youtube videos all the time! I Am 1 of her subscribers. 🙂

[@Throp]

Awesome

[@oscareybers]

I always look forward to Jessica's videos. Thank you for sharing.

[@Throp]

Absolutely. Thanks for watching

[@throp692]

Msge me 🔝🔝.

[@ianrambo5555]

New Subscriber to JC 😍

[@Throp]

Awesome! A big welcome to you!

[@stacyjackson2407]

This is so refreshing to watch this interview. I'm also itching to move as well.🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲

[@Throp]

thank you!

[@heatherjones6291]

Thanks Throp. I subscribe to Jessica’s channel but always wanted to know her story. I love her vibes. Great interview.

[@Throp]

You’re so welcome

[@tinygauntlett6533]

Big up yourself Jessica I love your passion and your charisma blessings

[@Throp]

Thanks for watching!

[@Nondescriptviews]

Such a bright light if positivity!

[@Throp]

Indeed

[@mjaybash26]

Jessica seems to be genuinely down to earth and her personality is just lovely. Great podcast by the way

[@Throp]

Thanks so much

[@throp692]

Msge me 🔝🔝

[@vanessagaar7661]

Awesome video Thank you !!!

[@Throp]

Thanks Vanessa

[@lanorock3300]

Big up, i love this channel and the energy and exposures you bring to my little island 🏝 God bless you 🙏💯👍🏝 my friend stay in touch.

[@moreiangel8950]

Love the way Jessica says "there's more than one life of living, not the typical 9-5" ..we all get caught in this cycle. Its good to step out of our comfort zone, life is too short so explore & follow our dreams💕👍

[@throp692]

Msge me 🔝🔝..

[@LeightonDPhoto]

Very refreshing interview. Thank you! I felt very similar when it came to visiting Ja and always staying in the same areas. I usually come and stay in the TB area because it is slow and relaxed... but as of late, I've started to like the little aspects of Kingston...especially up in the hills. The entire country is absolutely beautiful and unique. Irony, I'm working on a photo journal of Ja right now, and Portland is the ONLY one that I have not been to yet. Saving for last. I just learned of Jessica as of late... a very intriguing personality. Very nice. I am glad this came up in my feed. I have TWO new channels to follow. Thanks!

[@Throp]

You’re welcome. Thanks for watching

[@romeonyoung267]

Portland is going to blow your mind my friend.

[@donovansherwood6497]

Great interview

[@Throp]

Thanks so much

[@rastagayle776]

Big up Jessica! You are exemplary. Real deal....

[@Throp]

Indeed

[@KingstOOnNetwork]

Throp and Jessica, thanks for this collab. First saw her on spearfishing Jamaica. Very interesting story.

[@Throp]

absolutely! Thanks for watching

[@throp692]

Msge me 🔝🔝

[@valdanowill]

I love the flavor of your program my brother. I live in Canada but my heart is always in Jamaica. Keep up the good work 👏.

[@Throp]

Thanks so much

[@throp692]

Msge me 🔝🔝

[@Grogu-485]

It's good to see Jessica being interviewed by Throp.

[@Throp]

It was a nice collab

[@Cavellification]

Hi Ms. Cargil! great VIDEO.

[@Throp]

Thanks so much for watching

[@MichelleBarhamblog]

Always informative interviews ❤

[@Throp]

thank you thank you!

[@jaymariee389]

I love this interview with Jessica. I watch some of her videos and was also curious if she was a born Jamaican because of her accent. I love the fact that she went Jamaica for a year and 9 years later she is still, it makes me can not wait for my day to come. It’s funny because as I was watching this blog I was also watching the beautiful sky in the background changing colour from brightness to darkness (so beautiful).

[@Throp]

awesome. so happy to hear you liked this one

[@throp692]

Msge me 🔝🔝.

[@trekkersadventuresjamaical4629]

Very informative 👏, we enjoyed every bit of this interaction and we learned much more about our mermaid Jessica.

[@Throp]

Awesome. I’m very happy to hear

[@throp692]

Msge me 🔝🔝.

[@ckbond41]

I really love the interview with the ever so beautiful Jessica. She is so enthusiastic in what she is doing. I am sure she will go far because she is not afraid to go after her dreams.

[@Throp]

Thanks man

[@throp692]

Msge me 🔝🔝

[@Infinty-Sounds]

Well done Jessica.

[@Throp]

🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@angelapalmer3542]

Interesting interview 👍

[@Throp]

Thanks for watching!

[@marvalyntracey9044]

So true the struggles are different everywhere. But Jamaica just make you feel free When I'm back in Jamaica on vacation the feeling is like no other.

[@throp692]

Msge me 🔝🔝.

[@melaniewilliamsloves]

I enjoyed this interview, great advice too, love Jessicas positivity, thank you for sharing. Having 3 kids with sickle cell I was always concerned about how we as a family would make the move, but considering I use alot of natural remedies, did alot of research and spoke with medical professionals, we are moving forward with our plans including setting up a health and wellness retreat.

[@iandobson949]

Hats of to you caring for 3 children with sickle cell, it can’t be easy. I have a family member with SS and it can be difficult at times.

[@throp692]

Msge me 🔝🔝.

[@soniawright1099]

when and where are you coming over, I would like to link with you . I have been here three years now in the rural hills of St Ann, loving it

[@opelyndene1467]

Blessed love my brother, love it.

[@Throp]

Thank you

[@throp692]

Msge me 🔝🔝📩

[@waynegrant158]

Nice to see Jessica on throp

[@Throp]

Thank you. It was a great collab

[@waynegrant158]

@@Throp yeah

[@davedixon7242]

blessed love mi brother keep up the good work

[@Throp]

thanks so much!

[@blessedone2415]

@@Throp Winthrop have you ever consider working on radio you have a wonderful Radio voice.

[@Throp]

@@blessedone2415 thank you. Never even thought of it actually

[@tinachambers1376]

Yes i went to blue mountain ⛰ peak twice when I was a youth in Jamaica.. it was fun

[@Throp]

Awesome. I gotta get there at some point

[@garfieldharrison510]

Facts. I did the same thing. Instead it was a Jamaican American like myself moving to Europe. Instead the first time I came here was serendipity. I had work from the get go. In the field that I wanted. It wasn't luck. It's what I set up in America some years prior in my senior year in Highschool. So when I got the call. I went and lived in Europe for 6 months. So I had a chance to live and work there to get an impression. Anyway, I respect Jessica's journey. Adventerous, but I'am aslo a KZbinr. Growing the content. My videos are based on the History of contempory recording Artists. I only Narrate and Conceptualize. All the best for Jesssica.

[@chemistcollins5308]

Respect from 🇨🇦

[@Throp]

Awesome

[@learningasigo1269]

Wow! 123 comments in 3 days so far, let me add to it. Love this collaboration!! Jessica Cargill. Nice to meet you:) You are amazing and inspiring. I will hop over to your channel afterwards to subscribe. Throp great interview once again 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@Jagangal]

❤️ ❤️ luv that you’re gonna support my girl 👧 Jessica 👏🏽 👏🏽.been one of her subscriber when “spearfishing Jamaica” introduced her on his vlog as “swimming with mermaids” and she does swim like a mermaid 😀😀😀😀. Check her vlogs out when she goes to mokko’s yard and interact with little ratty👍🏻👍🏻she’s like a big auntie to Ratty always trying to show rat-rat how to swim and always been bringing him things as she does when swimming. Big ⬆️ up yourself JC.

[@EmpressQueenB]

@@Jagangal Wow! Definitely gotta check her out.

[@Throp]

Pretty awesome. Thank you

[@richardservice2452]

It is really good to tune in or subcribe to other channels, here why, i been following Jessica for a while and neber knew she was born swiss, wow.......now i know where she is from.....

[@Throp]

awesome. Thank you!

[@throp692]

Msge me 🔝🔝.

[@APositiveLifestyle]

As always an inspiring story.

[@Throp]

thanks so much

[@throp692]

Msge me 🔝🔝.

[@MCKNZ]

Nice, I like this, she has many key points.

[@Throp]

Thanks so much for watching

[@throp692]

Msge me 🔝🔝..

[@KevinTheFoodExplora]

Very inspirational interview.

[@Throp]

Thank you very much

[@throp692]

Msge me 🔝🔝🔝🔝.

[@Revolutionparty876]

Our country is gold🇯🇲

[@Throp]

Indeed it is

[@cathyannmarrast6312]

Love you Jessica

[@valourempress1901]

Good to see Jessica Cargill on this platform. Will you please do an interview with Swaggy on the Island. She is also another popular youtuber.

[@throp692]

Msge me 🔝🔝.

[@natashasterling1292]

So happy I found your channel

[@Throp]

awesome! thank you for watching!

[@throp692]

Msge me 🔝🔝

[@hutchinsonjohnson2909]

Throp big up your self doing good job hi Jessica

[@Throp]

thank you very much!

[@charlesjames1464]

I am like this lady.I feel a sense of freedom in Jamaica I don't feel anywhere else.

[@EmpressQueenB]

This is exactly how I feel.

[@Throp]

Indeed

[@tywilliams3291]

I want that feeling

[@throp692]

Msge me 🔝🔝📩

[@audrey6178]

Thorp you should visit cold cold Mandeville. High up in the mountains. Beautiful place. You can also visit the birth place of a past Prime Minister, Michael Manley. I heard Mandeville will be the next city. Tell Jessica to visit there too.

[@elgranjero2284]

Michael Manley was born in St. Andrew. His father, Norman Manley, is the one who is from Manchester.

[@audrey6178]

@@elgranjero2284 Thanks couldn't remember which one and I am from Mandeville but not there anymore.

[@elgranjero2284]

@@audrey6178 👍🙏

[@Throp]

I really want to at some point

[@kurriedone741]

Brilliant interview! Setting by the beach 💯! Sound quality 💯! Lighting and panning the camera 💯! Respectful questions + message 💯! Honesty and Transparency 💯! Pace + culture 💯! Bigging up Portland (where my Mum is from) 💯! Sense of adventure 💯! Professionalism a massive 💯! Thank you Throp. I am now a subscriber to both of you. Keep up the good work. Watching from 🇬🇧.

[@Throp]

Thank you so much

[@throp692]

Msge me 🔝🔝

[@cecelianelson359]

Miss Multifaceted. Enjoyed this discussion.

[@Throp]

Thank you so much

[@Passion84GodAlways]

I'm glad KZbin recommended this video to me! 😊

[@Throp]

Awesome!!! Thanks for watching

[@Passion84GodAlways]

@@Throp 'Twas my pleasure! 😊 Thank YOU! 😁

[@marlenewallace8338]

Tell her to go to Clarendon rocky point it’s a fishing 🎣 village,I’m a Jamaican but I’m living in Florida,I work at couples negril for ,17 years 🇯🇲

[@mbrooks1334]

Great interview! Thanks Throp. Thanks Jessica. Waaaaaay off topic question/request for you, Throp. Describe the table, i.e., what is the top, also base made of. Please and Thanks 😊

[@Throp]

thanks so much. It's made of fiber glass

[@mbrooks1334]

@@Throp : Thank you for information

[@MP-iq9og]

Interesting. ( watching from NY).

[@Throp]

Thanks for chiming in

[@InthelifeofDanellejam]

A hiking tour ? Do it girl you were born in a hiking 🥾 paradise. Your Swiss accent is still so strong

[@Throp]

I Think this is such a good idea

[@Sandramundy]

Nice to see The Jamaican Mermaid 🧜🏻‍♀️ Jess over here! 🇯🇲

[@Throp]

It was a nice collab

[@throp692]

Msge me 🔝🔝🔝🔝

[@victorious6529]

Very elegant young lady. Her accent reminds me of minister Marion? I like how she's candid about her life especially the fact that she did not make her transition with lots of money and she had to begin from the bottom up. Here's a person letting folks know not because you live overseas means that you have it all. Thnx for this conversation!

[@Throp]

You’re so welcome. Thank you for watching

[@throp692]

Msge me 🔝🔝

[@joeg8033]

I love all your interviews.

[@Throp]

Thank you SO much!

[@mbwell]

Spectacular lady right there. 😍

[@Throp]

Indeed she is

[@FarmergirlJess]

I love it

[@thaddeuswalthaw]

It's a good look😃😃

[@Throp]

Thank you!

[@kirkynachulus1024]

Wow 😳 I never knew Jessica was from Switzerland 🇨🇭, I always thought you were from uptown Kingston and maybe related to Peter Bunting cuz unnu kinda favor 😆😆. Anyway I love your bubbly personality and positivity 👍🏾👍🏾.

[@Throp]

So glad we did this interview

[@kirkynachulus1024]

@@Throp Great work you doing out there in the west highlighting repats and expats living in Jamaica 🇯🇲. 👍🏾🙏🏾

[@richcooke2389]

Just subscribed

[@Throp]

Awesome. Welcome to the community

[@andrewDaMack]

I love her accent.

[@Throp]

Jamaican Swiss

[@herminesaddler8734]

Loving this interview I understand what she is saying you don't look swiz I Live in The Netherlands and move to London Jamaica will be always home as he say the struggle is every were. Jamaica no problem Jamaica one Love.

[@Throp]

I can so relate with this as well. Thanks for watching

[@throp692]

Msge me 🔝🔝..

[@johnnybravo8765]

She has the Jamaican accent down!😊

[@donnamarie6736]

Great interview...If it is your passion ,I say go for it....I see her with a Karate school ...KZbin sometimes takes people down based on their content..one should have freedom to speak.....Putting all your eggs in one basket may not a good idea...All the best...

[@Throp]

Thanks so much :)

[@InthelifeofDanellejam]

She was trying to explain the Swiss system but I don’t think words an explain it 😁. You need to live it .

[@Throp]

I have to visit at some point

[@InthelifeofDanellejam]

@@Throp yes you should 👍🏾

[@dijahtrump694]

❤

[@culturemax234]

🖤

[@Throp]

Thanks for watching!

[@sharnie528]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@Sewellrandal]

I'm a Jamaican & ironically the most free I've felt as an adult is in Zurich...

[@Throp]

Different strokes for different folks. Happy for you

[@throp692]

Msge me 🔝🔝🔝🔝

[@Dtella55]

❤❤

[@Throp]

🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@janice911]

I thought this face looks like I’ve see her somewhere before, now I know who you’re…awesome interview.

[@Throp]

Thanks so much!

[@throp692]

Msge me 🔝🔝

[@eileenwatt8283]

Kingston is better to explore than NY. There is so much to do there.

[@Throp]

TONS to do there

[@sherylhokianga3]

Irie Is One Person!…Who Makes Interesting Videos!…Irie Originally Came From Ukraine & Now Has Made Jamacia Her Home 4 Nine Yrs Now!!!..Yous May Know Of Her!

[@edwinapinnock8622]

Jessica I met u @ Mokko's.

[@xlaw6272]

Damn. She's NICE.

[@throp692]

Msge me 🔝🔝.

[@kiziinstyle4455]

I know someone who would be a great interview who also relocated to Jamaica I'm going to tell her to get in touch with you.

[@throp692]

Msge me 🔝🔝🔝🔝

[@AAHomeGardening]

Lovely

[@Throp]

Thank you

[@throp692]

Msge me 🔝🔝

[@anngore3842]

Have a feeling I've met her on a flight?

[@annramsay4499]

🌴🏝🏖🌅🌞⛱

[@Throp]

🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾