Episode 19- In Conversation with Jess Baddie
Chai with Rai (Ep.19) - In conversation with Jess Baddie where wwe sat and discussed Jess's accolades from with Nike London, to being featured in Elle, Evening Standard UK. Being in campaigns for Puma and Tesco to choreographing 2018 World Cup video ft Will Smith Nick Jam and Era Istrafi.
We of course discussed all things Dancehall, what it means to be in Dancehall Funk Worldwide, how Jess trains in Dancehall still and travels to Jamaica and internationally to learn from different crews. As well sponsors them to come and teach in the UK.
We also discussed body image issues, confidence, sexuality. An outlook on life, Dance culture, digital space, Being an artist, her business ventures and evolution from a dancer to working on Suns Nature and ambassador for brands such as Agora World.
Since the episode was taped Jess has ventured into Dj'ing and recently DJ'd at a high profile gig in Turkey amongst being booked for some major festivals coming up in 2022. We also discussed Jess's confidence and the kindness she shares with the community and her friends. How she deals with the politics and the High's/ Low's of the entertainment industry.
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