Every Wednesday evening, Haitian media personality Carel Pedre and DJ K9 take to the mic for De Tout et De Rien. Streaming live across multiple social media platforms, including YouTube, X, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok. This dynamic duo discusses trending topics on their Haitian Podcast—focusing on the Haitian cultural scene. Their unfiltered and insightful discussions keep listeners coming back for more including conversations with guests from the Haitian Music Industry (HMI).
On January 15 of this year, Carel Pedre and DJ K9 rebranded their long-running show, which originally aired on Fridays in Haiti on Radio One since 2014. Now based in Florida, the show has transitioned into a fresh video format at Carel’s studio.
Their debut episode featured entrepreneur and artist Blondedy Ferdinand, where they covered everything from her business ventures and creative journey to relationships and cultural hot topics. The candid, humorous delivery instantly hooked me—and I’ve been tuning in ever since.
Now on their “seventh episode”, De Tout et De Rien has already featured a diverse lineup of guests, including TonyMix, Tico Armand, DJ Stakz, Flav, Fatima Altieri and Rutshelle Guillaume, offering the audience an intimate look at the movers and shakers propelling Haitian culture forward.
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Carel Pedre
A pillar of Haitian media for over 25 years, Carel Pedre is a renowned radio and TV personality, journalist, social media strategist, director, and producer. Notably, the host of Chokarella, Haiti’s #1 morning show, and was the presenter of Digicel Stars, the country’s top talent competition (NAAH).
During the devastating January 12, 2010 earthquake, Pedre became Haiti’s de facto international media correspondent, delivering critical updates in the immediate aftermath. The French press fittingly dubbed him “The Eye of Haiti” and his coverage earned him the 2012 Humanitarian Shorty Award (NAAH).
One of his most influential projects, PleziKanaval. He revolutionized the way Haiti’s carnival is presented to the world through its website, TV show, and mobile app, serving as the go-to source for all things related to Haitian carnival culture (NAAH).
DJ K9 (Giuliano Puzo)
With over 15 years of experience, Giuliano Puzo, known under his alias DJ K9, is a powerhouse in the Haitian DJing scene. He has performed worldwide, in cities like Montreal, New York, Miami, Santiago, Mexico City and Rome just to name a few (Talanent).
Beyond his DJ career, he is the entrepreneur behind Cheveux Gina, a beauty supply business based in Port-au-Prince (Le Nouvelliste, text in French)
Our motherland is undergoing profound political and societal shifts, affecting every aspect of life, including its culture. As Haitians—whether in the diaspora or living in Haiti—we experience these changes differently, but the common sentiment remains: we all long for progress and a better future.
While we await stability, I strongly believe that music has been the communal bond that unites and supports our community during this time of unprecedented unrest.
Through this podcast, audiences get a fresh perspective on the artists they love, beyond just their music. It’s a space where important industry topics are raised and discussed, offering intimate insights into the musical figures who are working tirelessly to keep Haitian heritage alive.
Although the primary focus is on the music industry, the Haitian podcast explores broader conversations relevant to the Haitian community. The hosts have emphasized that they don’t want the platform to be exclusively reserved for music; instead, it serves as a space for creatives, brands, and community members to amplify their voices and share how they are contributing to and supporting the community.
Speaking for myself, I immigrated to Ottawa, outside of the Haitian culture hub in Montreal, when I was 8 years old. The primary ways I stayed connected to my culture were through the language, the food and the music. Now in my mid-twenties, I still seek to deepen my knowledge and understanding on being Haitian, De Tout et De Rien has given me a deeper appreciation for the artists and creatives shaping our cultural landscape. I can’t wait to see how the show continues to evolve in the coming months.
This Haitian podcast is primarily in Creole, with occasional switches to English. Additionally, the discussions are based on personal opinions and perspectives and should not be taken as definitive facts. Viewer discretion is advised.
