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Welcome to "The Melanated Traveler," the podcast that shatters stereotypes and takes you on a captivating journey through the eyes of people of color as they explore the world. Join us as we challenge the misconception that travel is only for a certain demographic. Embark on a vibrant adventure with each episode as we share stories that showcase the rich experiences and perspectives of melanated travelers. From digital nomads to trailblazing entrepreneurs, and every wanderlust-driven soul in ...
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Here you will find melanated travelers giving their travel experiences, travel tips and hacks while breaking the negative stereotypes. The founder of Melanated Passports "Travel FreQk" has visited 83 different countries and will be giving his perspective on traveling while black and the different sharing his experience and the reactions he has received from locals globally.
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New Geechee is the podcast where we create conversations that document the journeys of young melanated professionals. Covering everything from entrepreneurship to mental health, here are the many stories of where we've been and where we're headed! Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Soundcloud, Stitcher and Google Podcasts! Enjoyed an episode? Be sure to click the ❤️, and leave a review on iTunes! Follow @NewGeechee on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook! Use #NewGeechee and let us know how Ne ...
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50 Countries Before 50 ft. The Chic Techie Travels
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Send us a ? and feedback! This episode is jammed back with gems with the amazing Taquanica aka Thechictechietravels We dive into her motivation to travel the world, benefits of being a travel agent, countries that surprised her and many other gems! Belgium, Bahamas, Australia, Greece are some of the countries mentioned in this episode just to name …
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MT #24- Angola to the World ft. The Black German Traveler
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Send us a ? and feedback! This episode is jammed back with gems with the amazing Emilia Joao aka The German Traveler We dive into her roots in Angola, her transition to living in Germany (Berlin), and other countries that she has visited. She has traveled to over 50 countries since 2020 and has never looked back. She is an educator and wants to ins…
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MT #23- Living that Vanlife with Navodthenomad
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Send us a ? and feedback! In this episode we discuss the Van lifestyle with Navod McNeil aka Navodthenomad. There are other alternatives than the normal white house and a picket fence. Back in 2020, Navod made a decision to purchase a van and convert it over to an RV. He has traveled to 48 out of 50 states around the country. We also discuss the co…
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MT #22- Black Love & Couple Travel ft. Doc & Bean
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Send us a ? and feedback! We all know that solo travel is great but if you want an enhance experience; have you attempted to travel with your significant other? What we call it is Baecation! Well you are about to listen to this amazing couple Doc & Bean inform us how they met and have been traveling the world ever since. Philly man meets Caribbean …
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MT #21- London Bridge is Falling Down ft. Lola Ibraheem
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Send us a ? and feedback! London is more than just a bridge. In this episode you get to here from one of our sisters over in England Lola Ibraheem. She will be dropping gems on places to go in London outside of the tourist zone and into the "council flats" (better term for hood) in the area. Destination darling from London, an aspiring travel exper…
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MT #20- We Outside! ft. The Unpopular Black
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Send us a ? and feedback! Having grown up in Anchorage, Alaska you would assume that Courtney Lanctot grew up doing all the wilderness activities but that was far from the case. She fully believed the narrative that Black people didn’t do the outdoor things, afterall she hadn’t seen or experienced any positive examples. It wasn’t until 2016 that sh…
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MT #19- Roaming with Globe ft. Mr. Roaming The Globe
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Send us a ? and feedback! Meet Patrick Amara aka Mr Roaming the Globe, a passionate content creator whose love for traveling has taken him on incredible journeys across the globe. From humble beginnings in , Patrick's wanderlust ignited a desire to explore new cultures, immerse himself in diverse experiences, and document his adventures for the wor…
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MT #18- I Make Traveling With Kids Look Easy ft. The Fearless Mommy
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Send us a ? and feedback! This was an amazing episode with Niesha Walker aka thefearlessmommy Do you think traveling with kids is hard? Well find out in this episode how easy The Fearless Mommy makes it look. Niesha is a mother of four amazing children (11, 7, 5, and 2 year olds) and travels with them everywhere she goes. She connects with mothers …
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MT #17- African Descendants in El Salvador? Afro-Latinos in El Salvador Speaking Their Truth
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Send us a ? and feedback! This was an amazing episode with Leslie Alvarenga Cuadra aka Queengwen31 When we think about El Salvador, all we see is travel content creators posting how amazing the country is. Great! But, there is also a different side of El Salvador that we may not know. The country of El Salvador claims that they have no existence of…
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MT #16- Finding My Roots in Eritrea, Return to the Motherland ft. Samya Abdela
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Send us a ? and feedback! This was an amazing episode with Samya Abdela aka @samyatravels In this episode we discuss: Eritrea (Proud to be Eritrean) Connecting to her roots by going back to her homeland of Eritrea How a 2016 group trip to Jamaica changed her perspective on life and travel Why connecting to the continent of Africa is so important Wh…
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MT #15- Strangers turned into friends in El Salvador ft. Kayla Delores
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Send us a ? and feedback! This was an amazing episode with Kayla Delores (Owner of Grandma's Hands Haircare) In this episode we discuss: We discuss how we met in El Salvador with her fiancé Importance of traveling and being open to meeting new people Hiking the highest volcano in El Salvador- Santa Ana Launching her new business Grandma's Hands Hai…
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MT #14- Germany is a Vibe, Visiting Dracula's Castle, Scotland, Bolivia ft. Preston Turner
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Send us a ? and feedback! This was an amazing episode with Preston Turner aka Travels_in_my_lifetime_ In this episode we discuss: Germany (Frankfort, Colon, Munich & Berlin) & the safety factor Boliva? (Yes Bolivia!, a country that most in the Diaspora do not think to travel) Romania & Visiting Dracula's Castle Scotland South Korea Starting a trave…
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MT #13- 41 Countries & Counting, Walking With Lions in Senegal, 5 out 7 Wonders of the World ft. Alicia_thewanderer
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Send us a ? and feedback! This was an amazing episode with Alecia_thewanderer! In this episode we discuss: Walking with lions in Senegal Visiting 5 out 7 Wonders of the World Traveling to 6 out of the 7 continents Peru (Machuu Pichuu) Rome (Colosseum) Mexico (Chichen Itza) Brazil (Christ the Redeemer) India (Taj Mahal) Researching cultural customs …
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MT #12- Your Conditions Are Not Your Conclusions! ft. Jordan Harrison
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Send us a ? and feedback! We kick off season 2 with Jordan Harrison! In this episode we discuss: The impact of traveling to the motherland (Ghana) How your conditions are not your conclusions. The statement reflects on no matter how you were raised, use that as fuel to strive for success Solo travel to Medellin, Colombia and how we became great fri…
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MT #11- Traveling the Uncharted Path, Engaged in Dominica, Adventures in Belize ft. JetsetJose
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Send us a ? and feedback! In this episode of the Melanated Travelers Podcast, we dive deep into why you should consider the uncharted path. Venturing out to countries that are not popular amongst tourist. Get insight on the amazing countries of Puerto Rica, Grenada, and Belize in this season finale episode. WAYS YOU CAN SUPPORT THE CHANNEL: -If you…
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MT #10- Know The Rules So You Can Play The Game, Detained in France, 44 Countries & Counting ft. Toni Jackson
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Send us a ? and feedback! In this episode we interview Toni S. Jackson. An emergency medical physician that has traveled to over 44 countries and counting. Jamaica born and raised, learn why the people of this vibrant country always carry a chip on their shoulders. Detain in France? Learn the facts behind the story that broke the internet. IF YOU A…
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MT #9- Colombia Edition in Cali Colombia ft. Judah Travels
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Send us a ? and feedback! This is the first episode where we have a guest that we interview in person. Judah Travels is an avid travelers who has been to many countries. Listen to the reason why he decided to call Colombia home. PLEASE WRITE A REVIEW IF YOU ARE VIBING WITH THE PODCAST Purchase Melanated Traveler MERCH: https://melanatedtraveler.com…
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MT #8- Finding Amore in Italy: One City at a Time, Living in Italy, Understanding Italian Norms ft. Aperlife
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Send us a ? and feedback! In this episode of the Melanated Travelers Podcast, we dive deep into living in Italy, falling in love with an Italian and understanding cultural customs of Italy. We discuss the main four cities of Florence, Venice, Rome, Milan, but, we also cover towns that sit in the beautiful country sides. Italy is an amazing country …
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MT #7-Hidden Gem in South America, Why you should add Cambodia, Japan & Phillipines to Your Travel List ft. Mark Gordon
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Send us a ? and feedback! In this episode of the Melanated Travelers Podcast, we dive deep into traveling to 6 out of the 7 continents in the world. Do you have Asian counties on your destination list? Cebu Phillipines, Cambodia, Japan, etc. Touring around Europe and the hidden gym in South America. WAYS YOU CAN SUPPORT THE CHANNEL: -If you enjoyed…
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MT #6- Brooklyn Bred Entrepreneur, Coach & Boxer; Starting a Business In Medellin Colombia Ft. Coach Marc Mitts
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Send us a ? and feedback! n this episode of the Melanated Travelers Podcast, we dive deep Coach Marc being raised in Brooklyn, NY. Transforming into a boxer now coach, Marc Mitts embarks on a new journey of starting a business is the vibrant city of Medellin. Why it is so important to connect with the culture and so much more. We talk in detail abo…
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MT #5- Why You Should Visit Antigua, Finland & Iceland Becoming Popular Travel Destinations Ft. KJ Aponte
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Send us a ? and feedback! In this episode of the Melanated Travelers Podcast, we dive deep into the the beautiful country of Antigua. Also cover other countries like Finland & Iceland; giving you insight on why these destinations have become popular to travelers. Get some insight on some amazing countries like travel tips and details on amazing des…
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MT #4- The Concrete Jungle of New York, Did I See My Auntie in Colombia? South Korea, Bali Vibes Ft. Tyronn Andrews
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Send us a ? and feedback! In this episode of the Melanated Travelers Podcast, we dive deep into the concete jungle of New York, New York. Did I see my auntie in Colombia? Breaking the myth that blacks are just in a certain geographical area. We (The Diaspora) are everywhere. Is the Eiffel Tower overrated? Digital nomad life and so much more. Get so…
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MT #3- Considering Moving My Family Overseas, Granny is the New Plug Ft. Earnest Lewis
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Send us a ? and feedback! In this episode of the Melanted Travelers Podcast, we dive deep into why black families should consider starting a new life overseas, grandmas are the new plug, and so much more. This guest owns over 13+ acres of land, raising his own chickens, and grows his own vegetables. Get some insight on some amazing countries like U…
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MT #2- From Side Hustle to Main Hustle, Traveled to Over 30 Countries & Counting Ft. Rokeya Thomas
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Send us a ? and feedback! In this episode of the Melanted Travelers Podcast, we dive deep into overcoming adversity, the side hustle is the new main hustle, and traveling to over 30 countries. Traveling all over Europe; stares by the locals in Croatia and so much more. Get some insight on some amazing countries like Croatia, London, Paris and so mu…
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MT #1- Why Blacks Should Travel Ft. Jamilah Hakim
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Send us a ? and feedback! In this first episode of the Melanted Travelers Podcast, we dive deep into why blacks should travel with Jamilah Hakim. Did you know that only 49% of African Americans travel domestically and only 17% travel internationally? Well we want to change that narrative one episode at a time sharing amazing stories to inspire the …
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Ep84: The Road Less Traveled w/ Antwan Eady, Emerging Author and Founder of BlackCreatorsinKidLit
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The conversation that you will witness today is a dream come true, and one that I’ve been looking forward to since I began this podcast! I don’t “follow” a lot of people- but today you will meet the FIRST person I began to follow in college, my Orientation Ambassador/ fellow greek/ Emerging Scholars colleague whose last name was the same as my own.…
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Ep83: Living Life with No Excuses w/ Georgina 'Joy' Dukes of JoyofRomeo.com
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Today is another episode too many years in the making from someone who was a New Geechee FIRST! This young lady was the first person to contribute to the New Geechee blog with “Healing the Health of Southern Hospitality”, back in May of 2018! Meet boss mom extraordinaire Georgina Dukes, affectionately known as JOY, who is showing the world how to b…
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Ep82: Just Keep Living w/ Charity Bailey, Media Personality & Host of 'Girl, We Need To Talk'
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It's the holiday season, and I wanted to bring a special episode to us all as this year has been one for the books. We’re grieving!!! And I want to remind you that in your grief, seen and unseen, that you are not alone.Today you all will get the chance to hear from television host and media personality Ms. Charity Bailey. You may have seen her smil…
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Episode #1 is a brief introduction to who I am (83 countries visited) and what you can expect from this podcast. Be sure to check us out on Facebook and Instagram Melanated Passports, "Travel FreQk" and "SoSo_Southern"
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