Best Black Girl World Traveller Podcasts (2024)

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Melanin Travels Magic 36:52

14d ago36:52

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On this we episode we interview, Christina Belloge a Multilingual serial black ex-pat & female solo traveller who has travelled to over 40 countries since 2006. She's an award-nominated Best Social Media Marketing Freelancer (2022), and her travel expertise has been featured in Travel Noire and Essence Magazine. --- Support this podcast: https://po…

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Honoring my enslaved ancestors: Episode 2 34:19

10m ago34:19

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Every summer B.A. Parker returns to Creswell, North Carolina, where her family still has a farm. But she's mostly avoided actually going to the nearby site where her ancestors were enslaved. This week, we revisit the second of two episodes, where Parker and her mom decide to go back to the plantation. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podca…

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Sophie Pierce: Healing Through Nature – A Journey of Grief, Love, and Wild Swimming 43:30

7m ago43:30

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In this episode of the Tough Girl Podcast, we sit down with Sophie Pierce, a writer, broadcaster, and passionate wild swimmer from Dartmoor in Devon, UK. Sophie shares her profound journey through grief, particularly the loss of her son Felix in 2017, and how the healing power of nature has been an anchor in her life. Sophie talks about her memoir,…

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293: Writing at the Intersection of Travel, Food and Black Liberation with Briona Lamback 42:59

2d ago42:59

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Learn tips for decolonizing your travel writing and interweaving themes of Black liberation into food and travel content. _____________________________ Subscribe to The Maverick Show’s Monday Minute Newsletter where I email you 3 short items of value to start each week that you can consume in 60 seconds (all personal recommendations like the latest…

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THE AMERICAN PSYCHO - NEWSLETTER #23 43:56

7d ago43:56

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OFF TO THE WITCH returns this week with a our latest newsletter. I’ll be back in two weeks with a brand new episode and guest.On this week’s newsletter I’ll give you an update on some of the projects that I’ve been burning the midnight lamp to forge and also to discuss a subject that’s all at once fascinating and disturbing.In 1990, author Bret Eas…

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Honoring my enslaved ancestors: Episode 1 34:08

3d ago34:08

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In part one of two episodes, B.A. Parker meets people who, like her, are grappling with how to honor their enslaved ancestors. She asks herself: what kind of descendant does she want to be? Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

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Susan Smillie: Former Guardian editor and writer, now author and sailor. She left her job to sail around Great Britain, turned left at Land's End, and ended up in Greece! 47:02

4d ago47:02

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In this episode, join us as we delve into the captivating journey of Susan Smillie, former Guardian editor turned intrepid sailor and author. Susan shares her remarkable story of leaving behind the comforts of her career to embark on an extraordinary sailing adventure from Great Britain to the picturesque shores of Greece. Through Susan's candid re…

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292: Travel as a Critical Component of Black Freedom with Briona Lamback 49:43

9d ago49:43

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Learn about traveling for Black culture—From Afrobeats in London to “Detty December” in Ghana to Salvador in Brazil. _____________________________ Subscribe to The Maverick Show’s “Monday Minute” Newsletter where I personally send you an email with 3 short items of value (all personal recommendations) to start each week that you can consume in unde…

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How one event in history can ripple through generations of a family 45:00

10d ago45:00

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This week we're bringing you the first episode in a new series called Inheriting, created in collaboration with our friends at LAist Studios. In each episode, NPR's Emily Kwong sits down with Asian American and Pacific Islander families and explores how one event in history can ripple through generations. Learn more about sponsor message choices: p…

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Pelumi Nubi: The first Black woman to drive solo by road from London to Lagos, covering over 10,000 km in 74 days. 51:55

11d ago51:55

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Pelumi Nubi is a purpose-driven travel content creator and connector who thrives on exploring less commonly visited countries. Currently living between London and Dubai, she calls both the UK and Nigeria home. Having ventured to over 80 countries across six continents, her engaging content inspires her community to embrace life with fearlessness an…

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291: Traveling to Egypt, Honduras, Iceland, Kenya & Palestine as an Afro-Latino and Connecting with Cultures Through Food with Kevin Sandoval 1:02:02

21d ago1:02:02

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Hear reflections on traveling to 57 countries as an Afro-Latino and how food can be a doorway to understanding culture. _____________________________ Subscribe to The Maverick Show’s “Monday Minute” Newsletter where I personally send you an email with 3 short items of value (all personal recommendations) to start each week that you can consume in u…

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Kristin Thue: Thru-Hiker and Human Rights Activist from Norway, Sharing Adventures on Her Blog 'Let’s Trek It' to Inspire Others to Undertake Their Own Wilderness Journeys. 48:13

16d ago48:13

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Kristin is a thru-hiker, climber, and human rights activist from Norway currently living in London. Despite her outdoorsy upbringing in snowy Norway, it was only in her 20s that she discovered her own adventure journey. After going through a very tough time at university, Kristin decided to hike the Te Araroa across New Zealand’s South Island as an…

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HORROR BUSINESS - with special guest Terry R. Wickham 2:18:36

17d ago2:18:36

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EPISODE #82 Twenty years ago, I completed a little documentary, shot on video tape, regarding the struggles and dreams of various independent horror movie makers. I knew then the term “independent film” was a bit of a misnomer in the popular zeitgeist as the movie makers I profiled didn’t have benefactors in the industry. They weren’t praised or be…

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The truth and lies behind one of the most banned books in America 31:06

17d ago31:06

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Author Mike Curato wrote Flamer as a way to help young queer kids, like he once was, better understand and accept themselves. It was met with immediate praise and accolades — until it wasn't. When the book got caught up in a wave of Texas-based book bans, suddenly the narrative changed. And like so many books that address queer identity, Flamer qui…

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Sunny Stroeer: Completing the Iditarod Trail Invitational 1,000-Mile Race on Skis, Becoming the First Woman to Do So. 1:02:21

18d ago1:02:21

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Sunny is a professional adventure athlete, guide service owner and story teller based in Kanab, Utah. After obtaining an MBA from Harvard Business School and pursuing a career as a management consultant in her twenties, Sunny decided to leave behind the business world in order to focus full-time on mountains, climbing and VLDs (very long distances)…

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290: Black Family Travel and Reflections on Being a Digital Nomad Dad with Justin Orgias 1:02:38

19d ago1:02:38

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Learn tips for slow-traveling the world as a Black family with no permanent base, and raising kids around the world. _____________________________ Subscribe to The Maverick Show’s “Monday Minute” Newsletter where I personally send you an email with 3 short items of value (all personal recommendations) to start each week that you can consume in unde…

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Some freed people actually received '40 acres and a mule.' Then it got taken away. 50:08

19d ago50:08

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The promise of "40 acres and a mule", is often thought of as a broken one. But it turns out, some freed people actually received land as reparations after the Civil War. And what happened to that land and the families it was given to is the subject of a new series, 40 Acres and a Lie, by our colleagues at Reveal and the Center for Public Integrity.…

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Sarah Perry - INOV8 Ambassador: Setting Records on the South West Coast Path (630 Miles) with a Fastest Self-Supported Completion 45:26

23d ago45:26

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Sarah Perry is an ultra-runner, dedicated educator, and INOV8 ambassador with a passion for the outdoors and pushing her limits. On this episode of the Tough Girl Podcast, Sarah shares her journey from her Yorkshire roots to breaking records on the South West Coast Path (SWCP). Living in Cumbria and working in adult education, Sarah balances her ca…

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The history of trans misogyny is the history of segregation 36:27

27d ago36:27

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As anti-trans legislation has ramped up, historian Jules Gill-Peterson turns the lens to the past in her book, A Short History of Trans Misogyny. This week, we talk about how panics around trans femininity are shaped by wider forces of colonialism, segregation and class interests. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoic…

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Kelly Smith: Founder of The Black Tri Tribe, UK's First Triathlon Club for Black People 49:49

25d ago49:49

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Kelly Smith is a trailblazer in the UK triathlon community, known for her pioneering work as the founder of The Black Tri Tribe (BTT), the first triathlon club specifically for Black people in the UK. On this episode of the Tough Girl Podcast, Kelly shares her inspiring journey from a private triathlon enthusiast to a public advocate for inclusivit…

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289: Founding Black Travel Summit and Telling Afro-Indigenous & Global Black Diaspora Stories with Anita Moreau 1:02:39

27d ago1:02:39

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Learn about the nuances, diversity, and intersecting identities of the global Black diaspora through travel stories. _____________________________ Subscribe to The Maverick Show’s “Monday Minute” Newsletter where I personally send you an email with 3 short items of value (all personal recommendations) to start each week that you can consume in unde…

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Erin Leider-Pariser: From Celebrity Trainer to Global Adventure Leader - Insights and Principles from Her New Book, "Get Lost: Seven Principles for Trekking Life with Grace and Other Life Lessons from ... 42:35

1M ago42:35

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Erin Leider-Pariser is a trailblazer in the realm of wellness and adventure travel. Beginning her career as a fitness instructor in Los Angeles and later becoming a trainer to the stars in New York City, Erin's journey has been defined by a passion for adventure and a commitment to empowering women. After earning a master’s degree in exercise physi…

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DEAD IS BETTER - NEWSLETTER #22 49:24

1M ago49:24

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On Tonight’s Off To The Witch newsletter, I rant about the current state of paranormal TV programming, how it can be elevated and also I discuss how I adopted a completely different perspective while making the first feature length chapter ( A Haunting We Will Go) of my new series. Part of that perspective is that of the spirit. One day we’re all g…

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Should we stop using the word "felon"? 33:58

1M ago33:58

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This week, we're turning our sights on the word "felon", and looking into what it tells us (and can't tell us) about the 19 million people in the U.S. — like Donald Trump and Hunter Biden — carrying that designation around. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy…

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Rachel Durchslag: Finding Freedom on the Trails - From the Camino de Santiago to Hiking in Nepal. A Story of Healing, Hiking, and Personal Growth. Discover the Transformative Power of Solo Travel. 41:44

1M ago41:44

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In this episode, we delve into the inspiring journey of Rachel Durchslag, an avid hiker and healing professional who has spent the last five years trekking some of the world’s most magnificent mountain ranges. Rachel shares her transformative experiences and the profound lessons she's learned along the way. Rachel’s story begins in downtown Chicago…

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288: The Brown Girl's Guide to Traveling the World Solo with Dr. Nabila Ismail 1:04:55

1M ago1:04:55

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Learn how to navigate the cultural dynamics of traveling the world full-time as a Pakistani-American digital nomad. _____________________________ Subscribe to The Maverick Show’s “Monday Minute” Newsletter where I personally send you an email with 3 short items of value (all personal recommendations) to start each week that you can consume in under…

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Audrey Payne - Long-distance backpacker, writer, and nature nerd. Overcame a debilitating back injury to thru-hike the Appalachian Trail and recently published a memoir about it! 46:02

1M ago46:02

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In this episode, we sit down with Audrey Payne, a long-distance backpacker, acclaimed writer, and nature enthusiast who calls Boulder, Colorado, her home. Audrey's incredible journey from overcoming a debilitating back injury to thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail (AT) forms the heart of our conversation. Raised in Upstate New York and inspired by he…

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100 years of immigration policies working to keep out immigrants 42:32

1M ago42:32

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President Biden just issued an executive order that can temporarily shut down the U.S.-Mexico border to asylum seekers once a daily threshold of crossings is exceeded. On this episode, we dig into how the political panic surrounding what many are calling an immigration "crisis" at the border, isn't new. And in fact...it's a problem of our own creat…

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Mireille Siné: Pushing Boundaries - From Lupus to Long-Distance Running, Tackling the Speed Project with Unlimited Women. 47:45

2M ago47:45

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Mirelle in her own words: “My name is Mireille and I’m a certified run coach, autoimmune athlete, and podcast host based in Los Angeles, California. I have been an athlete all my life but I found myself in distance running while in college. As an exercise science major, I was immersed in the world of bio-mechanics, physical performance, and health.…

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287: From Middle School Teacher to 6-Figure Freelancer and Digital Nomad with Mashon Thomas 1:18:15

1M ago1:18:15

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Learn how to work 20 hours a week as a remote freelancer, take 3 months off a year, and make 100K while traveling the world. _____________________________ Subscribe to The Maverick Show’s “Monday Minute” Newsletter where I personally send you an email with 3 short items of value (all personal recommendations) to start each week that you can consume…

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287: From Middle School Teacher to 6-Figure Freelancer and Digital Nomad with Mashon Thomas 1:19:15

2M ago1:19:15

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Learn how to work 20 hours a week as a remote freelancer, take 3 months off a year, and make 100K while traveling the world. _____________________________ Subscribe to The Maverick Show’s Monday Minute Newsletter where I email you 3 short items of value to start each week that you can consume in 60 seconds (all personal recommendations like the lat…

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THE DEVIL IN CINEMA - with special guest Krista Brown 1:23:37

2M ago1:23:37

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EPISODE #81 Off To The Witch returns tonight with a brand new episode!The devil has been a portrait in cinema from its inception. Beginning with the magic of the silent era - with movies like Benjamin Christensen’s Haxan and the Georges Melies “Faust In Hell” to Roman Polanski’s Rosemary’s Baby and William Friedkin’s the Exorcist.As it’s displayed …

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White evangelical Christians are some of Israel's biggest supporters. Why? 38:17

2M ago38:17

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As war continues to rage in the Middle East, attention has been turned to how American Jews, Muslims, and Palestinians relate to the state of Israel. But when we talk about the region, American Christians, particularly evangelical Christians, are often not part of that story. But their political support for Israel is a major driver for U.S. policy …

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