SEASON 10 What Remains · EPISODE 1 — A Song of our Own

In the Season 10 premiere of Rootsland, Henry K traces how scent, sound, and song carry us back to what truly shaped us — from Sunday night barbecues on Long Island, to a first Grateful Dead show at Madison Square Garden, to the unlikely bridge between reggae and American counterculture.

As we enter a post-Babylon digital world driven by speed, systems, and artificial intelligence, What Remains asks a quieter question:

What is worth carrying forward?

Through the story of Black Muddy River, Israel Vibration, and the lyric that changed everything — from walking alone to walking as one — this episode explores resilience, community, and the strength we don’t discover until comfort falls away.

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closing song: Black Muddy River performed by Isreal Vibration

In this powerful Rootsland Season 9 Finale Henry K guides you from the abandoned farmhouses of early American country music… to the zinc fences of Trenchtown, and straight onto a tour bus rolling through London, Paris, Copenhagen, and Amsterdam. We follow how songs became passports — how Bob Marley didn’t escape Babylon, but infiltrated it… carrying truth through the system instead of running from it. And just when the past feels far away — the story comes crashing into right now. AI bands topping reggae charts Digital life replacing lived life. A world leaving humanity behind… without a map back home. This is a journey about how music carries us home — even when the world is changing faster than we can hold on.

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In this episode of Rootsland Resistance Henry K lifts the curtain on the unsung heroes of Jamaican music — the vibes men, the background innovators who lit up dancehall without ever chasing the spotlight.

We remember the legendary dancehall icon Joe Lickshot, and Henry K recounts an unforgettable This American Life story about a kid from Jersey named Luis who willed himself into greatness.

A show about sound, struggle, joy… and the people who make the stars shine.

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"Sitting in Limbo" pays tribute to the profound impact of the late reggae icon Jimmy Cliff, whose recent passing has left an indelible void in the world of music and culture. As the host Henry K reflects on Jimmy's legacy, he recounts personal anecdotes that illuminate the essence of his character and the power of his artistry. Cliff’s songs resonated deeply, serving as a beacon of hope and resilience for many, including Henry during a tumultuous period in his life. Jimmy Cliff's unwavering spirit and the emotional depth of his music remind us of the necessity for such light in our current times. This episode is not merely a tribute; it is a heartfelt exploration of how one individual’s journey can inspire and uplift others, even in the face of loss.

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closing Song "Sitting in Limbo" performed by Jimmy Cliff

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Intro by Kim Yamaguchi

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In the episode "Many Rivers to Cross" Henry K and Sia explore the quiet but powerful weight of regret—how it can hold us back, and how it can set us free. Their conversation centers on the inspiring true story of Ryan Rae Harbuck, a young swimmer paralyzed at sixteen whose deepest regret wasn’t her accident, but the potential she never allowed herself to embrace before it.

Ryan’s journey back to the water, her pursuit of Paralympic dreams, and her determination to create a life with no regrets reveal how regret can become a driving force rather than a burden. Henry reflects on his own rebirth after years of music-industry heartbreak, sparked by a sunrise, a walk, and Jimmy Cliff’s “Many Rivers to Cross.”

The episode closes with a heartfelt tribute to missionary pilot Alexander Wurm and his daughter Serena, who were tragically killed while transporting hurricane relief supplies to Jamaica. Their final mission becomes a reminder of love, service, and the courage to show up for others.

A moving episode about resilience, purpose, and the power to change your own ending.

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In the wake of Hurricane Melissa’s devastation, Henry K and Sia reflect on Jamaica’s unbreakable spirit — and what it truly means to live with purpose. From the humor of “Wild Gilbert” to the wisdom of a Cornell study, this episode explores how resilience, rhythm, and compassion keep the island — and all of us — moving forward. Featuring heartfelt stories, reggae insight, and a call to rebuild with love and intention.

Fundraiser by William Brawner : Rebuilding For The Future In The Wake of Hurricane Melissa

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"Row Jimmy" (Garica/Hunter) performed by Judy Mowatt

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In this powerful new episode of Rootsland: The Resistance, Henry K and Sia tell the story of Bipin Joshi — a young Nepali rapper and farmer who left home to learn modern agriculture in Israel, only to find himself caught in one of history’s darkest moments. Through Bipin’s journey and his family’s unwavering love, Rootsland explores courage, loss, and the quiet power of resistance — and how even in the blood-soaked soil, hope still finds a way to grow.

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Intro by Kim Yamaguchi

Opening/Closing Music Bipin Joshie Pashna

प्रश्न… song by my brother bipin Joshi. Waiting for his safe release. #rescuebipinjoshi. - YouTube

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As Israel’s Hostages Came Home, Bipin Joshi’s Mother From Nepal Learned Her Son Would Not - WSJ  By Krishna Pokharel

In the debut of Rootsland: Resistance, hosts Henry K and Sia explore what it truly means to “put up resistance” — in life, in music, and in the modern world. Inspired by Beres Hammond’s timeless anthem, their conversation weaves personal stories with social truths, showing how the fight to stay strong is both deeply personal and profoundly collective.

Sia’s reflections as a cancer survivor bring the theme to life, revealing quiet acts of courage and the daily power of perseverance. Together, the hosts connect these struggles to a broader cultural battle — the fight to preserve authenticity in an age of algorithms and modern Babylon.

At once intimate and thought-provoking, this episode reminds us that resistance isn’t a relic of the past — it’s a living rhythm.

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Intro by Kim Yamaguchi

Closing Song: Putting Up Resistance performed by Jakoostik - YouTube featuring Wayne Armond and Seretse Small

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Amidst the rolling Red Hills of Kingston, Rootsland returns with its most powerful story yet. In this season finale, "30 minutes to Zion" Henry K bridges the streets of Spanish Town and the blocks of Harlem, confronting corporate greed, broken dreams, and the brutal realities facing inner-city youth.

Drawing on his own journey through reggae’s trenches and the lessons of Geoffrey Canada’s Harlem Children’s Zone, Henry reveals the staggering difference that just thirty minutes of reading a day can make—the fragile line between stagnation and success. With raw reflections on legends who never got their due and a young mother who realized her only escape was through her child, the episode becomes both confession and call to action.

30 Minutes to Zion is more than a story about reggae or Harlem—it’s about sacrifice, legacy, and the urgency of giving the next generation tools to climb higher. From Kingston to South Florida, the torch is passed, thirty minutes at a time.

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Intro Features Kim Yamaguchi

Closing Theme: Righteous People performed by Wayne Armond

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The episode "Let Babylon Burn" presents a compelling critique of the rise of AI in the music industry, particularly within the reggae genre that has long been a bastion of human storytelling and cultural expression. Henry K and Sia engage listeners by illustrating the contrast between the soulful, lived experiences of reggae artists and the algorithmically generated music. The episode unpacks the implications of such technology as Henry reflects on the historical journey of reggae, celebrating its origins while lamenting the potential loss of its authenticity in the face of algorithmic creations. Sia contributes her insights on the cultural significance of reggae and its representation of Jamaican identity. Ultimately, the hosts call for a renewed commitment to support real artists who carry the weight of their experiences in their music, emphasizing that while technology can simulate sound, it cannot convey the essence of the human condition.

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