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The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 53: Letting go to acquire peace, purpose, and healing with Christelle PellecuerChristelle Pellecuer is a certified coach empowering black adoptees to navigate their adoption story and identity, fostering self-awareness, personal growth, and success.
With a background in diverse sectors such as higher education, beauty and fashion, arts and culture, and charity, Christelle brings a unique perspective to her coaching practice. As the host of the Black Adoptees Identities podcast, Christelle is dedicated to amplifying the voices and experiences of adult adoptees. Christelle is also a multidisciplinary creative, in areas of fashion, film and writing exploring issues around culture, heritage and identity.
If you want follow Christelle's journey and work, follow...
2024-04-011h 13
The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 53: Letting go to acquire peace, purpose, and healing with Christelle PellecuerChristelle Pellecuer is a certified coach empowering black adoptees to navigate their adoption story and identity, fostering self-awareness, personal growth, and success.
With a background in diverse sectors such as higher education, beauty and fashion, arts and culture, and charity, Christelle brings a unique perspective to her coaching practice. As the host of the Black Adoptees Identities podcast, Christelle is dedicated to amplifying the voices and experiences of adult adoptees. Christelle is also a multidisciplinary creative, in areas of fashion, film and writing exploring issues around culture, heritage and identity.
If you want follow Christelle's journey and work, follow...
2024-04-011h 14The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 52: Personal evolution, world exploration, & providing culturally competent care w/ Dr. Londi CoxWith a Doctorate Degree in International Psychology, Master’s Degree in Social Work, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Dr. Londí has studied psychology across 18 different countries throughout North and South America, Europe, Africa and Asia to be able to provide culturally contextual interventions for the populations she serves.
Dr. Londí holds nearly 10 years of experience working with international families in America, Spain, England, Japan, Peru, and the Philippines, providing culturally competent therapy to individuals, couples, families and groups living and traveling abroad.
To follow her journey or to ask her more in depth questions, you can fi...
2024-03-191h 04
The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 52: Personal evolution, world exploration, & providing culturally competent care w/ Dr. Londi CoxWith a Doctorate Degree in International Psychology, Masters Degree in Social Work, and a Bachelors Degree in Psychology, Dr. Lond has studied psychology across 18 different countries throughout North and South America, Europe, Africa and Asia to be able to provide culturally contextual interventions for the populations she serves.
Dr. Lond holds nearly 10 years of experience working with international families in America, Spain, England, Japan, Peru, and the Philippines, providing culturally competent therapy to individuals, couples, families and groups living and traveling abroad.
To follow her journey or to ask her more in depth questions, you can find...
2024-03-191h 04The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 51: Passionately exchanging knowledge while on a journey to self discovery w/ Jody BelconCelebrating two decades in education, Jody began her journey by establishing a tutoring business at the age of 16. She has contributed to international education for eight years, spending four in Kurdistan, Iraq, and currently marking her fourth year in China.
Jody holds a Bachelor's degree in Biology with minors in Chemistry and Mathematics from Andrews University (USA). She pursued further studies, obtaining a Master's in Environmental Science from the University of the West Indies and a Master's in Education from the University of South Wales (UK). Currently immersed in their doctoral thesis in education, Jody continues to shape the...
2024-03-071h 15
The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 51: Passionately exchanging knowledge while on a journey to self discovery w/ Jody BelconCelebrating two decades in education, Jody began her journey by establishing a tutoring business at the age of 16. She has contributed to international education for eight years, spending four in Kurdistan, Iraq, and currently marking her fourth year in China.
Jody holds a Bachelor's degree in Biology with minors in Chemistry and Mathematics from Andrews University (USA). She pursued further studies, obtaining a Master's in Environmental Science from the University of the West Indies and a Master's in Education from the University of South Wales (UK). Currently immersed in their doctoral thesis in education, Jody continues to shape the...
2024-03-071h 15The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 50: Leading, loving life, and cultivating a generation of change agents with Chineme UgborMs Chineme Ugbor has over 15 years of extensive experience in the education and international development sectors, holding diverse roles across Europe, the US, and West Africa.
As the co-founder and executive director of Linden Global Learning Support Services, Chineme leads a dynamic international team of student support specialists catering to international schools and families worldwide. Since its establishment in 2015 with a team of three, Linden Global Learning has grown to over 80 mental health and learning support specialists serving 120+ schools and universities in 42 countries worldwide. She is passionate about fostering an inclusive culture grounded in innovation, excellence, and kindness.
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The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 50: Leading, loving life, and cultivating a generation of change agents with Chineme UgborMs Chineme Ugbor has over 15 years of extensive experience in the education and international development sectors, holding diverse roles across Europe, the US, and West Africa.
As the co-founder and executive director of Linden Global Learning Support Services, Chineme leads a dynamic international team of student support specialists catering to international schools and families worldwide. Since its establishment in 2015 with a team of three, Linden Global Learning has grown to over 80 mental health and learning support specialists serving 120+ schools and universities in 42 countries worldwide. She is passionate about fostering an inclusive culture grounded in innovation, excellence, and kindness.
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2024-02-2646 minThe Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 49: How living intentionally leads to growth, rediscovery of self, & healing w/Ashley CheronAshley, originally from Detroit, Michigan, and raised in Texas, embarked on a journey that blends her love for education and a commitment to lifelong learning.
Boasting a 15-year career, she has held various impactful roles, including that of an Educator and Instructional Coach, with a profound dedication to curriculum development.Currently in her sixth year of international teaching in the United Arab Emirates, Ashley embodies a holistic educational philosophy.
Outside of her professional life, Ashley finds joy in spending quality time with loved ones. Whether belting out her favorite tunes, exploring diverse perspectives through literature...
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The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 49: How living intentionally leads to growth, rediscovery of self, & healing w/Ashley CheronAshley, originally from Detroit, Michigan, and raised in Texas, embarked on a journey that blends her love for education and a commitment to lifelong learning.
Boasting a 15-year career, she has held various impactful roles, including that of an Educator and Instructional Coach, with a profound dedication to curriculum development.Currently in her sixth year of international teaching in the United Arab Emirates, Ashley embodies a holistic educational philosophy.
Outside of her professional life, Ashley finds joy in spending quality time with loved ones. Whether belting out her favorite tunes, exploring diverse perspectives through literature...
2024-02-071h 14The Black Expat Experience PodcastEP. 48: Centering honesty, self-care, & professional alignment with Cheryl-Ann WeekesCheryl-Ann Weekes is a High School Counselor who has worked globally since 2010, she currently lives in Dubai. Cheryl-Ann is an expert in social emotional counseling, mental health and university counseling.
She loves the opportunity to have individual conversations with her students and uses quotes from her favorite authors to teach lessons about resilience, self esteem and mental health to her students.
Cheryl-Ann created Weekes Enterprise, LLC in 2022 because she is passionate about the need to normalize going to therapy and creating workshops on mental health, psychological safety, boundaries, and consent for her students and community.
She has...
2024-01-241h 20
The Black Expat Experience PodcastEP. 48: Centering honesty, self-care, & professional alignment with Cheryl-Ann WeekesCheryl-Ann Weekes is a High School Counselor who has worked globally since 2010, she currently lives in Dubai. Cheryl-Ann is an expert in social emotional counseling, mental health and university counseling.
She loves the opportunity to have individual conversations with her students and uses quotes from her favorite authors to teach lessons about resilience, self esteem and mental health to her students.
Cheryl-Ann created Weekes Enterprise, LLC in 2022 because she is passionate about the need to normalize going to therapy and creating workshops on mental health, psychological safety, boundaries, and consent for her students and community.
She has...
2024-01-241h 20The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 47: Expanding my horizons & exposing myself to the international world w/Vanessa Shaw-DoreOriginally from Ohio, Vanessa is a single mother of two children: Ariana, age 16, and Isaac, age 8. Vanessa, Ariana and Isaac began life abroad almost 7 years ago when they moved to Hanoi, Vietnam in February 2017.
Originally from Ohio, Vanessa is a single mother of two children: Ariana, age 16, and Isaac, age 8. Vanessa, Ariana and Isaac began life abroad almost 7 years ago when they moved to Hanoi, Vietnam in February 2017.
In April 2020, Vanessa joined the FDA Office of Global Policy and Strategy (OGPS) to serve as the Country Director for the FDA OGPS China Office located in Beijing, China...
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The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 47: Expanding my horizons & exposing myself to the international world w/Vanessa Shaw-DoreOriginally from Ohio, Vanessa is a single mother of two children: Ariana, age 16, and Isaac, age 8. Vanessa, Ariana and Isaac began life abroad almost 7 years ago when they moved to Hanoi, Vietnam in February 2017.
Originally from Ohio, Vanessa is a single mother of two children: Ariana, age 16, and Isaac, age 8. Vanessa, Ariana and Isaac began life abroad almost 7 years ago when they moved to Hanoi, Vietnam in February 2017.
In April 2020, Vanessa joined the FDA Office of Global Policy and Strategy (OGPS) to serve as the Country Director for the FDA OGPS China Office located in Beijing, China...
2024-01-091h 09
The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 46: Getting 1% better and expanding my life and community with Dr. Aaron JonesDr. Aaron Jones has lived in Qatar for the last 4 years. All of Dr. Jones' educational experiences have focused on human thought, human development, human behavior, and human learning. Dr. Jones leans on his academic, professional, and personal experiences when supporting students' mental health, watching them catch glimpses of their greatness in the university application process at the American School of Doha (ASD). Dr. Jones also enjoys speaking, publishing articles in professional literature and conferences, and sitting on university advisory boards.
Lastly, Dr. Jones was most recently the Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Social Justice (EDIJ) Curriculum Coach at (ASD...
2023-11-061h 12The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 46: Getting 1% better and expanding my life and community with Dr. Aaron JonesDr. Aaron Jones has lived in Qatar for the last 4 years. All of Dr. Jones' educational experiences have focused on human thought, human development, human behavior, and human learning. Dr. Jones leans on his academic, professional, and personal experiences when supporting students' mental health, watching them catch glimpses of their greatness in the university application process at the American School of Doha (ASD). Dr. Jones also enjoys speaking, publishing articles in professional literature and conferences, and sitting on university advisory boards.
Lastly, Dr. Jones was most recently the Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Social Justice (EDIJ) Curriculum Coach at (ASD...
2023-11-061h 12
The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 45: Manifesting a life of exploration, connection, and cultural exchange with Tia GoolsbyThis conversation with Tia Goolsby was so engaging and filled with nuggets about motherhood, community, culture, and taking a leap of faith.
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Entrepreneur Tia (Tie-a) Savonne Goolsby has many talents. She is a travel coach, author, wife, mother of three, and has a bookkeeping company, The Bookkeeping Guru. She is a passionate advocate for truly living life and traveling. Traveling has been essential to her growth, independence, and networking. She has lived in Changhua, Taiwan, Bogot, Colombia, and now Merida, Mexico.
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As a travel coach, Tia mentors people who desire to relocate abroad and experience life boldly...
2023-10-251h 06The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 45: Manifesting a life of exploration, connection, and cultural exchange with Tia GoolsbyThis conversation with Tia Goolsby was so engaging and filled with nuggets about motherhood, community, culture, and taking a leap of faith.
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Entrepreneur Tia (Tie-a) Savonne Goolsby has many talents. She is a travel coach, author, wife, mother of three, and has a bookkeeping company, The Bookkeeping Guru. She is a passionate advocate for truly living life and traveling. Traveling has been essential to her growth, independence, and networking. She has lived in Changhua, Taiwan, Bogotá, Colombia, and now Merida, Mexico.
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As a travel coach, Tia mentors people who desire to relocate abroad and experience life boldly. S...
2023-10-251h 06
The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 44: Being a world citizen, seeking freedom, & financial independence w/ Donald WilliamsBorn in Brooklyn, NY, Donald grew up in Marlboro Project Housing in Coney Island and eventually moved to a The Flatbush area during his childhood. After college, Donald joined the U.S. Navy to see the world and earn money for college to become an MD.
Donald has led a storied life- from being a Navy Veteran, to becoming a FireMedic, to acquiring his Real Estate License, to becoming an entrepreneur. Donald would eventually decide to move from the USA to live abroad in SE Asia while traveling the world with his family. He is also passionate about connecting...
2023-10-121h 16The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 44: Being a world citizen, seeking freedom, & financial independence w/ Donald WilliamsBorn in Brooklyn, NY, Donald grew up in Marlboro Project Housing in Coney Island and eventually moved to a The Flatbush area during his childhood. After college, Donald joined the U.S. Navy to see the world and earn money for college to become an MD.
Donald has led a storied life- from being a Navy Veteran, to becoming a FireMedic, to acquiring his Real Estate License, to becoming an entrepreneur. Donald would eventually decide to move from the USA to live abroad in SE Asia while traveling the world with his family. He is also passionate about connecting...
2023-10-121h 16
The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 43: Triumph, Thriving, and Living an Intentional Life with Quinnesian JoynerHailing from Newbern, North Carolina, Quinnesian Joyner is a mom of two beautiful children and wife to an amazing husband.
She and her family have been living in China for the last 4 years, and she's been working as an international educator.
Quinnesian states," I love working internationally because my family and I are able to experience new languages and cultures."
Growing up as a military dependent, she considers herself a third culture kid, traveling with her family all over the world. As a result, she gained so much and wanted her family to have that similar experience.
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2023-09-271h 20The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 43: Triumph, Thriving, and Living an Intentional Life with Quinnesian JoynerHailing from Newbern, North Carolina, Quinnesian Joyner is a mom of two beautiful children and wife to an amazing husband.
She and her family have been living in China for the last 4 years, and she's been working as an international educator.
Quinnesian states," I love working internationally because my family and I are able to experience new languages and cultures."
Growing up as a military dependent, she considers herself a third culture kid, traveling with her family all over the world. As a result, she gained so much and wanted her family to have that similar experience.
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2023-09-271h 20
The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 42: Optimizing career success to fuel a holistic life transition with Denise ColemanDenise is Operations Consultant & Founder of Coming to St Lucia.
Having lived her entire life in the UK, she set her intention, planned her transition, and now enjoying a new life in St Lucia!
Having spent years in various sectors including retail and Welfare to work, she spent 4 years as Deputy Chief Executive for Kings College London Student Union. For the last 6 years, Ive worked for a small-medium size family business in the UK. Now self-employed, she works remotely for the same company doing everything from strategy to operations, HR to business development and anything in between.
From 2016 to 2020...
2023-09-131h 12The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 42: Optimizing career success to fuel a holistic life transition with Denise ColemanDenise is Operations Consultant & Founder of ‘Coming to St Lucia’.
Having lived her entire life in the UK, she set her intention, planned her transition, and now enjoying a new life in St Lucia!
Having spent years in various sectors including retail and Welfare to work, she spent 4 years as Deputy Chief Executive for King’s College London Student Union. For the last 6 years, I’ve worked for a small-medium size family business in the UK. Now self-employed, she works remotely for the same company doing everything from strategy to operations, HR to business development and anything in between.
From 201...
2023-09-131h 12
The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 41: Claiming my peace and seeking world-wide adventure with Heather ProctorHeather currently calls Lisbon, Portugal her home. She is a Disabled Veteran and a single mom from New Jersey. Furthermore, she is the cofounder of Black in Portugal & the founder of The Lisboa Melanin Collective.
While living in Lisbon, she has created an entire thriving community for the people of the African diaspora, ranging from expats not only from America but from 20+ other countries, while bridging the gap within the local African diaspora.
Heather ascribes to the following from our forever FLOTUS, Michelle Obama, "Instead of letting your hardships and failures discourage or exhaust you, let them inspire you...
2023-08-281h 09The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 41: Claiming my peace and seeking world-wide adventure with Heather ProctorHeather currently calls Lisbon, Portugal her home. She is a Disabled Veteran and a single mom from New Jersey. Furthermore, she is the cofounder of Black in Portugal & the founder of The Lisboa Melanin Collective.
While living in Lisbon, she has created an entire thriving community for the people of the African diaspora, ranging from expats not only from America but from 20+ other countries, while bridging the gap within the local African diaspora.
Heather ascribes to the following from our forever FLOTUS, Michelle Obama, "Instead of letting your hardships and failures discourage or exhaust you, let them inspire you...
2023-08-281h 09
The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 40: Leading with Integrity and realizing a life of alignment and freedom with Jaime L. RoyaMs. Roya is originally from Houston, Texas, USA where she worked for Houston Independent School District for nine years in roles such as high school English teacher, Graduation Coach, and New Teacher Professional Development Coordinator before transitioning to Middle School Counseling. She has over 15 years of experience in the educational sector, with the most recent years spent cultivating an international presence as a High School Counselor.
Ms. Roya earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a minor in British Literature from University of North Texas, USA and her Master of Education in Counselor Education with a Licensed Professional...
2023-08-161h 22The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 40: Leading with Integrity and realizing a life of alignment and freedom with Jaime L. RoyaMs. Roya is originally from Houston, Texas, USA where she worked for Houston Independent School District for nine years in roles such as high school English teacher, Graduation Coach, and New Teacher Professional Development Coordinator before transitioning to Middle School Counseling. She has over 15 years of experience in the educational sector, with the most recent years spent cultivating an international presence as a High School Counselor.
Ms. Roya earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a minor in British Literature from University of North Texas, USA and her Master of Education in Counselor Education with a Licensed Professional...
2023-08-161h 22
The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 39: Leaving a legacy of love while walking in alignment with my purpose with Tara ThompsonTara is also a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC). She has over 13 years of experience as a School Counselor at the middle and high school levels. While the majority of her experience was in Charlotte, North Carolina, her most recent position is High School Counselor for girls 9th-12th at American International School in Abu Dhabi. This is her third year as an international School Counselor.
Taras mission is to ignite hope and assist individuals with living a quality life, and she often ascribes to the following, "Live well, Laugh often, Love much."
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2023-07-301h 20The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 39: Leaving a legacy of love while walking in alignment with my purpose with Tara ThompsonTara is also a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC). She has over 13 years of experience as a School Counselor at the middle and high school levels. While the majority of her experience was in Charlotte, North Carolina, her most recent position is High School Counselor for girls 9th-12th at American International School in Abu Dhabi. This is her third year as an international School Counselor.
Tara’s mission is to ignite hope and assist individuals with living a quality life, and she often ascribes to the following, "Live well, Laugh often, Love much."
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2023-07-301h 20The Black Expat Experience PodcastEP 38: Leaning into the Power of Differing Perspectives while Bridging Cultures w/ Jeff IdigoBorn in the US and raised in Lagos Nigeria and New Jersey, Jeff is the Diploma Programme Coordinator at an international school in Beijing. He is married with a wonderful son. Jeff has lived and worked in China for the last 8 years.
In his free time, he enjoys sports, the occasional read, discussing politics and history, listening to music, and cheering the Lakers and Mets (both could be better at the moment!).
Jeff lives by the following words, "It is what it is."
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2023-07-191h 36
The Black Expat Experience PodcastEP 38: Leaning into the Power of Differing Perspectives while Bridging Cultures w/ Jeff IdigoBorn in the US and raised in Lagos Nigeria and New Jersey, Jeff is the Diploma Programme Coordinator at an international school in Beijing. He is married with a wonderful son. Jeff has lived and worked in China for the last 8 years.
In his free time, he enjoys sports, the occasional read, discussing politics and history, listening to music, and cheering the Lakers and Mets (both could be better at the moment!).
Jeff lives by the following words, "It is what it is."
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2023-07-191h 36
The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 37: Pushing the edges of my life and growing into myself with Zoe SmithZoe Smith is a British-Grenadian entrepreneur and former journalist, founder, and creator of the Exodus Collective. She is a self-described repat to Grenada and wants to make it easier for people to move to the Caribbean.
"She founded the Exodus Collective as a platform to inspire people in the African Diaspora to relocate to the Caribbean and to help equip them with the knowledge the need to do so" (Travel Noire).
2023-07-031h 13The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 37: Pushing the edges of my life and growing into myself with Zoe SmithZoe Smith is a British-Grenadian entrepreneur and former journalist, founder, and creator of the Exodus Collective. She is a self-described repat to Grenada and wants to make it easier for people to move to the Caribbean.
"She founded the Exodus Collective as a platform to inspire people in the African Diaspora to relocate to the Caribbean and to help equip them with the knowledge the need to do so" (Travel Noire).
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2023-07-031h 13The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 36: Engaging in a life of healing and personal liberation with Chrishan WrightChrishan Wright is the founder of Blaxit Global, a platform dedicated to empowering and inspiring members of the African diaspora to pursue a life abroad. Chrishan is also the host and producer of the Blaxit Global podcast.
Since its launch, Blaxit Global has been featured in numerous media outlets including The New York Times, Huffpost, Travel Noire, InStyle Magazine, The Miami Times, PBS, The Houston Chronicle, The Washington Post, The Associated Press, Condé Nast Traveler, Bloomberg Business and Ebony Magazine.
Chrishan is a multiple award-winning digital marketing expert. She’s received several prestigious industry awards including the 2019 Gold ARF Dav...
2023-05-221h 58
The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 36: Engaging in a life of healing and personal liberation with Chrishan WrightChrishan Wright is the founder of Blaxit Global, a platform dedicated to empowering and inspiring members of the African diaspora to pursue a life abroad. Chrishan is also the host and producer of the Blaxit Global podcast.
Since its launch, Blaxit Global has been featured in numerous media outlets including The New York Times, Huffpost, Travel Noire, InStyle Magazine, The Miami Times, PBS, The Houston Chronicle, The Washington Post, The Associated Press, Cond Nast Traveler, Bloomberg Business and Ebony Magazine.
Chrishan is a multiple award-winning digital marketing expert. Shes received several prestigious industry awards including the 2019 Gold ARF David...
2023-05-221h 58The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 34: Life as the ultimate opportunity with Sharon EhrlichSharon Ehrlich (pronounced Err-lick) is a Bronx raised native New Yorker. Growing up as Afro-Latina has provided her with access to 2 cultures which has enriched her life immensely. She is a first generation American which informed many of her education and career decisions in her early life.
Sharon has reinvented her career and likes to say that she is currently in the Sharon 3.0 phase of her professional life. Her marriage to an Austrian national brought her to Vienna, Austria, where she has lived for the past 23 years.
Sharon is a devoted daughter, wife, and mother of a young adult...
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The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 34: Life as the ultimate opportunity with Sharon EhrlichSharon Ehrlich (pronounced Err-lick) is a Bronx raised native New Yorker. Growing up as Afro-Latina has provided her with access to 2 cultures which has enriched her life immensely. She is a first generation American which informed many of her education and career decisions in her early life.
Sharon has reinvented her career and likes to say that she is currently in the Sharon 3.0 phase of her professional life. Her marriage to an Austrian national brought her to Vienna, Austria, where she has lived for the past 23 years.
Sharon is a devoted daughter, wife, and mother of a young adult...
2023-04-281h 23The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 33: Trusting the Journey and Cultivating a Thriving Life with Adrienne WallerAdrienne M Waller is originally from Metro-Detroit, Michigan, USA. She studied at the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor for undergraduate studies with a concentration in Organizational Studies and Sociology. She received her masters for National Louis University in Elementary Education with a concentration in Special Education.
Adrienne has been in education for over 15 years doing parent involvement work, teaching and leadership; serving in public, private and charter schools in the US, Qatar, China, Kuwait and now the Cayman Islands. Her leadership learning includes earning a Cambridge Leadership Certificate, Michigan School Administrator’s Certificate and a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Certificate. Ma...
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The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 33: Trusting the Journey and Cultivating a Thriving Life with Adrienne WallerAdrienne M Waller is originally from Metro-Detroit, Michigan, USA. She studied at the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor for undergraduate studies with a concentration in Organizational Studies and Sociology. She received her masters for National Louis University in Elementary Education with a concentration in Special Education.
Adrienne has been in education for over 15 years doing parent involvement work, teaching and leadership; serving in public, private and charter schools in the US, Qatar, China, Kuwait and now the Cayman Islands. Her leadership learning includes earning a Cambridge Leadership Certificate, Michigan School Administrators Certificate and a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Certificate. Matched...
2023-04-151h 39The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 32: Discovering the freedom to figure myself out with TatianaHailing from Illinois, Tatiana is the host of the Hopelessly Tatiana podcast and a community activist and organizer around issues affecting Gender and Sexual minorities currently based in Beijing, China.
Tatiana also has a passion for poetry and leads discussions and performances around selected topics around her activism passions and interests etc. She's spent the last 4 years living in Beijing.
“Be the change you wish to see in the world,” a quote by Mahatma Gandhi, is one she fashions her life by. You can use the following email to contact Tatiana, a.tatiana2010@gmail.com.
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The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 32: Discovering the freedom to figure myself out with TatianaHailing from Illinois, Tatiana is the host of the Hopelessly Tatiana podcast and a community activist and organizer around issues affecting Gender and Sexual minorities currently based in Beijing, China.
Tatiana also has a passion for poetry and leads discussions and performances around selected topics around her activism passions and interests etc. She's spent the last 4 years living in Beijing.
Be the change you wish to see in the world, a quote by Mahatma Gandhi, is one she fashions her life by. You can use the following email to contact Tatiana, a.tatiana2010@gmail.com.
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2023-04-071h 14The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 31: Facing fears and seeking adventure with Ronnie McKenzieRonnie Mckenzie, a direct-response copywriter and university teacher, is a New Jersey native... who is curious about life and enjoys meeting people from different cultures. Her passion for travel has taken her to 13 countries. She lived in China for 3 years and currently resides in Australia.
Ronnie has overcome a lot of difficulties growing up. Her mother past away when she was 12, and by the time she was 22, all her family members on her mother's side had died.
So from an early age, she understood that life is short and security was an illusion. Because she experienced extreme pain and...
2023-03-231h 27
The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 31: Facing fears and seeking adventure with Ronnie McKenzieRonnie Mckenzie, a direct-response copywriter and university teacher, is a New Jersey native... who is curious about life and enjoys meeting people from different cultures. Her passion for travel has taken her to 13 countries. She lived in China for 3 years and currently resides in Australia.
Ronnie has overcome a lot of difficulties growing up. Her mother past away when she was 12, and by the time she was 22, all her family members on her mother's side had died.
So from an early age, she understood that life is short and security was an illusion. Because she experienced extreme pain and...
2023-03-231h 27
The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 30: Being an ambassador for the culture with Tony Jamaal ReidBorn in NY and raised in Lemoore, CA ( near Fresno ), Jamaal Aziz ( aka TJ Reid ) is a podcaster, artist, radio host, editor, voice artist- media professional in Beijing China. Majoring in Psychology at the University of California Merced, he initially wanted to pursue a career in medicine, but altered his career focus after traveling abroad to Thailand, Japan, and several other countries.
Though currently working in media, psychology has still been a substantial influence in his life and other ventures such as teaching abroad, podcasting, and painting. Jamaal has lived abroad in multiple countries yet has called Ch...
2023-03-071h 25The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 30: Being an ambassador for the culture with Tony Jamaal ReidBorn in NY and raised in Lemoore, CA ( near Fresno ), Jamaal Aziz ( aka TJ Reid ) is a podcaster, artist, radio host, editor, voice artist- media professional in Beijing China. Majoring in Psychology at the University of California Merced, he initially wanted to pursue a career in medicine, but altered his career focus after traveling abroad to Thailand, Japan, and several other countries.
Though currently working in media, psychology has still been a substantial influence in his life and other ventures such as teaching abroad, podcasting, and painting. Jamaal has lived abroad in multiple countries yet has called Ch...
2023-03-071h 25The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 29: Culture and community as a grounding, strengthening force with Dr. Natasha Gordon-ChipembereAuthor, Dr. Natasha Gordon- Chipembere has been a professor of African Diasporic literature for over 20 years.
She has taught in classrooms from South Africa to New York to Costa Rica. Telling the stories of her ancestral homeland and facilitating the growth of current and future authors is also a passion of hers.
You can read more about Dr. Gordon-Chipembere's journey in these two articles in Essence Magazine: https://www.essence.com/lifestyle/par... https://www.essence.com/culture/retur.... Also, you can learn more about her Tengo Sed Writer's Retreats here, http://www.indisunflower.wix.com/n...
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The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 29: Culture and community as a grounding, strengthening force with Dr. Natasha Gordon-ChipembereAuthor, Dr. Natasha Gordon- Chipembere has been a professor of African Diasporic literature for over 20 years.
She has taught in classrooms from South Africa to New York to Costa Rica. Telling the stories of her ancestral homeland and facilitating the growth of current and future authors is also a passion of hers.
You can read more about Dr. Gordon-Chipembere's journey in these two articles in Essence Magazine: https://www.essence.com/lifestyle/par... https://www.essence.com/culture/retur.... Also, you can learn more about her Tengo Sed Writer's Retreats here, http://www.indisunflower.wix.com/n...
2023-02-201h 15The Black Expat Experience PodcastEP 27: Rediscovery of self and renewal of cultural connections with Kiera PayneKiera is a former US Air Force Veteran that is now a Virtual Assistant from Seattle, WA. She is also a aspiring travel content creator.
Kiera was drawn to to her African heritage and was excited to learn more about her culture, history, and traditions. At the beginning of 2022, she left the United States to move to Sierra Leone, and she now uses her platform to showcase the beauty of the continent of Africa.
You can follow Kiera's Journey at @keeks.travels. Thank you for taking some time to listen to this episode and for leavi...
2023-01-231h 30
The Black Expat Experience PodcastEP 27: Rediscovery of self and renewal of cultural connections with Kiera PayneKiera is a former US Air Force Veteran that is now a Virtual Assistant from Seattle, WA. She is also a aspiring travel content creator.
Kiera was drawn to to her African heritage and was excited to learn more about her culture, history, and traditions. At the beginning of 2022, she left the United States to move to Sierra Leone, and she now uses her platform to showcase the beauty of the continent of Africa.
You can follow Kiera's Journey at @keeks.travels. Thank you for taking some time to listen to this episode and for leavi...
2023-01-231h 30
The Black Expat Experience PodcastThe Black Expat Experience Season 1 Recap: lessons learnedSeason one of Black and Abroad was filled with so many revelations and open doors. This series is a long-awaited passion project, and it will unlock so many new opportunities for so many people.
I hope that you have had an opportunity to taken an opportunity to view the episodes, leave your constructive feedback, and share in your respective communities. I hope that you enjoy listening to the lived experiences of fellow Black expats thriving around the globe.
Thank you for taking some time to listen to this episode and for leaving your constructive feedback.
2023-01-1725 minThe Black Expat Experience PodcastThe Black Expat Experience Season 1 Recap: lessons learnedSeason one of Black and Abroad was filled with so many revelations and open doors. This series is a long-awaited passion project, and it will unlock so many new opportunities for so many people.
I hope that you have had an opportunity to taken an opportunity to view the episodes, leave your constructive feedback, and share in your respective communities. I hope that you enjoy listening to the lived experiences of fellow Black expats thriving around the globe.
Thank you for taking some time to listen to this episode and for leaving your constructive feedback.
2023-01-1725 min
The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 4: Creating a Meaningful Life Abroad with Tai DotsonBorn in California, Tai, grew up as a military brat living all over the world in places such as Spain, Germany, Korea, Bahrain, and Kuwait, in addition to various states across the US. Currently, Tai and her family reside in Portugal, and she works as a Diversity and Inclusion Consultant.
Thank you for taking some time to listen to this episode and for leaving your constructive feedback.
The success of our show and the promotion of mental health in underrepresented and global communities depends on your support. Please subscribe to our Youtube channel, @aspire_counselingwell, a...
2023-01-171h 24The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 4: Creating a Meaningful Life Abroad with Tai DotsonBorn in California, Tai, grew up as a military brat living all over the world in places such as Spain, Germany, Korea, Bahrain, and Kuwait, in addition to various states across the US. Currently, Tai and her family reside in Portugal, and she works as a Diversity and Inclusion Consultant.
Thank you for taking some time to listen to this episode and for leaving your constructive feedback.
The success of our show and the promotion of mental health in underrepresented and global communities depends on your support. Please subscribe to our Youtube channel, @aspire_counselingwell, a...
2023-01-171h 24The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 3: The Importance of Living honestly with mark Karanja NginaMark Allan Karanja Ngina, a Kenyan scriptwriter, content developer, and copy editor, has worked extensively in the fields of entertainment and journalism. Currently based in Beijing, China, Mark provides a platform for a diverse set of Queer voices in China to share their experiences on being Queer in China. Mark is particularly passionate about Black, African, and sexual minority-based social justice issues and has penned a few Op-eds published on prominent online platforms in Africa and beyond.
With a passion for effecting change and an ethos of being the change one wishes to see in the world, Mark...
2023-01-161h 02
The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 3: The Importance of Living honestly with mark Karanja NginaMark Allan Karanja Ngina, a Kenyan scriptwriter, content developer, and copy editor, has worked extensively in the fields of entertainment and journalism. Currently based in Beijing, China, Mark provides a platform for a diverse set of Queer voices in China to share their experiences on being Queer in China. Mark is particularly passionate about Black, African, and sexual minority-based social justice issues and has penned a few Op-eds published on prominent online platforms in Africa and beyond.
With a passion for effecting change and an ethos of being the change one wishes to see in the world, Mark...
2023-01-161h 02
The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 1: Maturity and Entrepreneurship as an Expat with Shagi DefoeShagi was born in the Commonwealth of Dominica, a beautiful Caribbean island, where he enjoyed spending time in nature, engaging in casual conversations, eating good food, and drinking good rum. Professionally, Shagi works in the Marketing & Branding sector, building a variety of brands. He currently is working diligently to build the brand, LARRY THE BIRD, and a few other projects. Shagi also states that he has an affinity for style and sneakers.
To learn more about Shagi, his life, and his work, follow him on the following platforms: Instagram: @ownlyshagi LinkedIn: Shagi Defoe WeChat: shagi14.
Tha...
2023-01-1647 minThe Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 1: Maturity and Entrepreneurship as an Expat with Shagi DefoeShagi was born in the Commonwealth of Dominica, a beautiful Caribbean island, where he enjoyed spending time in nature, engaging in casual conversations, eating good food, and drinking good rum. Professionally, Shagi works in the Marketing & Branding sector, building a variety of brands. He currently is working diligently to build the brand, LARRY THE BIRD, and a few other projects. Shagi also states that he has an affinity for style and sneakers.
To learn more about Shagi, his life, and his work, follow him on the following platforms: Instagram: @ownlyshagi LinkedIn: Shagi Defoe WeChat: shagi14.
Tha...
2023-01-1647 minThe Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 8: Finding What is Possible as an Expat Abroad with Olivia NadineOlivia Nadine, a native of Washington, D.C., has been an active member of the expat community since moving to Beijing in May 2016. In May 2017, she was co-lead for a 2-day event called Umoja, that was purposed to bring WeChat connections into real life and create a space for dialogue, art, and community. This was the first event of many dedicated to building community, as it the focal point of all her work.
She has gone on to start a soul food concept, BlackEXPO, & an all natural skin care brand. If you are interested in connecting with Ol...
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The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 8: Finding What is Possible as an Expat Abroad with Olivia NadineOlivia Nadine, a native of Washington, D.C., has been an active member of the expat community since moving to Beijing in May 2016. In May 2017, she was co-lead for a 2-day event called Umoja, that was purposed to bring WeChat connections into real life and create a space for dialogue, art, and community. This was the first event of many dedicated to building community, as it the focal point of all her work.
She has gone on to start a soul food concept, BlackEXPO, & an all natural skin care brand. If you are interested in connecting with Ol...
2023-01-121h 28The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 7: Finding Myself and My Voice While Thriving Abroad with Jess DuguetBorn and raised between France, Guadeloupe and Martinique, Jess found a passion for language and decided that teaching others how to love languages would be part of her professional journey.
Jess is her mum's only daughter and her dad's oldest daughter. Due to working conditions in the French West Indies and her desire to live her passion, she decided to teach in China- an unexpected career detour and far from what she originally planned career wise.
We hope that Jess' time in China helps her grow in all the ways that she desires.
Thank yo...
2023-01-1259 min
The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 7: Finding Myself and My Voice While Thriving Abroad with Jess DuguetBorn and raised between France, Guadeloupe and Martinique, Jess found a passion for language and decided that teaching others how to love languages would be part of her professional journey.
Jess is her mum's only daughter and her dad's oldest daughter. Due to working conditions in the French West Indies and her desire to live her passion, she decided to teach in China- an unexpected career detour and far from what she originally planned career wise.
We hope that Jess' time in China helps her grow in all the ways that she desires.
Thank yo...
2023-01-1259 minThe Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 5: Studying Abroad and Coming into Your Own with Nathanael MakosaNathanael is a 21-year old student from Kadoma, Zimbabwe. He was offered a scholarship to study in China. While in Beijing, he's been studying engineering and is also a start-up entrepreneur.
He comes from a large family, three boys and two girls. His family experienced a significant life-changing event with the death of his father in 2012. He is inspired by his hard-working mother and the memory of his late father.
The success of our show and the promotion of mental health in underrepresented and global communities depends on your support. Please subscribe to our Youtube cha...
2023-01-1248 min
The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 5: Studying Abroad and Coming into Your Own with Nathanael MakosaNathanael is a 21-year old student from Kadoma, Zimbabwe. He was offered a scholarship to study in China. While in Beijing, he's been studying engineering and is also a start-up entrepreneur.
He comes from a large family, three boys and two girls. His family experienced a significant life-changing event with the death of his father in 2012. He is inspired by his hard-working mother and the memory of his late father.
The success of our show and the promotion of mental health in underrepresented and global communities depends on your support. Please subscribe to our Youtube cha...
2023-01-1248 minThe Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 13: Black Educators Abroad Panel DiscussionDuring this panel discussion, Black expat educators discuss a wide variety of topics and share their experiences working in cities such as Beijing, Abu Dhabi, and Melbourne.
The purpose of this panel was to gain a first-hand account of their lives inside and outside their classrooms and offices, from varying vantage points, to work as Black educators in diverse international settings.
There are numerous opportunities to work abroad in education if you know what you want, where you are interested in living, if you have a passion for educating kids/young adults, and you like to...
2023-01-121h 35
The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 13: Black Educators Abroad Panel DiscussionDuring this panel discussion, Black expat educators discuss a wide variety of topics and share their experiences working in cities such as Beijing, Abu Dhabi, and Melbourne.
The purpose of this panel was to gain a first-hand account of their lives inside and outside their classrooms and offices, from varying vantage points, to work as Black educators in diverse international settings.
There are numerous opportunities to work abroad in education if you know what you want, where you are interested in living, if you have a passion for educating kids/young adults, and you like to...
2023-01-121h 35The Black Expat Experience PodcastThe Black Expat Experience Episode 12: Unapologetic Healing and Living a Fulfilled Life in Portugal with Diara ParkerOriginally from the Mid-West, Diara Parker is a senior executive and equity consultant, passionate about elevating and centering marginalized voices and perspectives into policy and systems change. As the COO and Chief Organizational Development Consultant for EQT By Design - a consulting firm based in the United States - Diara supports organizations and communities as they redesign, build, and implement strategic initiatives through an equity and justice-centered lens. Prior to joining the EQT By Design team, Diara worked in the nonprofit and domestic violence fields, where she experienced significant burnout.This reality invited Diara to examine her own complicated an...
2023-01-091h 14
The Black Expat Experience PodcastThe Black Expat Experience Episode 12: Unapologetic Healing and Living a Fulfilled Life in Portugal with Diara ParkerOriginally from the Mid-West, Diara Parker is a senior executive and equity consultant, passionate about elevating and centering marginalized voices and perspectives into policy and systems change. As the COO and Chief Organizational Development Consultant for EQT By Design - a consulting firm based in the United States - Diara supports organizations and communities as they redesign, build, and implement strategic initiatives through an equity and justice-centered lens. Prior to joining the EQT By Design team, Diara worked in the nonprofit and domestic violence fields, where she experienced significant burnout.This reality invited Diara to examine her own complicated an...
2023-01-091h 14The Black Expat Experience PodcastThe Black Expat Experience Episode 10: Living an Honest and Ambitious Life Abroad with Andrew JohnsonAndrew hails from the beautiful Caribbean twin island State of Antigua and Barbuda. He is the oldest of three boys in his family.
He started college, taking up courses in Banking and Finance but later realize that that was not his calling. After completing that program, Andrew was awarded a Chinese Government Scholarship to further his studies abroad. He left everything behind and journeyed to China at the age of 20. This was his first international travel and bursting with excitement, Andrew was about to put his 100% in the life before him. Failure was never an option.To-date, ma...
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The Black Expat Experience PodcastThe Black Expat Experience Episode 10: Living an Honest and Ambitious Life Abroad with Andrew JohnsonAndrew hails from the beautiful Caribbean twin island State of Antigua and Barbuda. He is the oldest of three boys in his family.
He started college, taking up courses in Banking and Finance but later realize that that was not his calling. After completing that program, Andrew was awarded a Chinese Government Scholarship to further his studies abroad. He left everything behind and journeyed to China at the age of 20. This was his first international travel and bursting with excitement, Andrew was about to put his 100% in the life before him. Failure was never an option.To-date, ma...
2023-01-091h 26The Black Expat Experience PodcastThe Black Expat Experience Episode 9: Seeking to Create a Life by Design as an Expat in Portugal with Shar WynterSharolyn, is a social entrepreneur who promotes racial equity, social advocacy, and community empowerment. She is the founder and CEO of Xpat, Inc. and creator of The Xpat App, which connects the global Black community that works, studies, and lives abroad. With representation from over 120 countries & territories across the globe, the app includes the world's largest online directory for Black expats, nomads, and study abroad students.
Equipped with insights from her global experience, Sharolyn is on a mission to improve the social mobility and overall wellbeing of the Black community by providing exposure and access to experiences, n...
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The Black Expat Experience PodcastThe Black Expat Experience Episode 9: Seeking to Create a Life by Design as an Expat in Portugal with Shar WynterSharolyn, is a social entrepreneur who promotes racial equity, social advocacy, and community empowerment. She is the founder and CEO of Xpat, Inc. and creator of The Xpat App, which connects the global Black community that works, studies, and lives abroad. With representation from over 120 countries & territories across the globe, the app includes the world's largest online directory for Black expats, nomads, and study abroad students.
Equipped with insights from her global experience, Sharolyn is on a mission to improve the social mobility and overall wellbeing of the Black community by providing exposure and access to experiences, n...
2023-01-092h 02The Black Expat Experience PodcastThe Black Expat Experience Episode 6: The Strength of Shifting Perspectives as an Expat with Chanel TrammelChanel, a Digital Innovation teacher, English teacher, and baker from Illinois came to Beijing the summer of 2016 with the hopes of furthering her career in education. What she obtained in return was worth more than a salary and teaching experience combined. Her life in China has helped establish the relationships she has aspired to have with her friends, colleagues ,and most importantly herself.
If you would like to follow Chanel's journey, you can connect with her on the following platforms:
Wechat: EccentricQueen
Wechat: SugaMama90
Instagram: @eccentricqueen90
TikTok: eccentricqueen90
Linke...
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The Black Expat Experience PodcastThe Black Expat Experience Episode 6: The Strength of Shifting Perspectives as an Expat with Chanel TrammelChanel, a Digital Innovation teacher, English teacher, and baker from Illinois came to Beijing the summer of 2016 with the hopes of furthering her career in education. What she obtained in return was worth more than a salary and teaching experience combined. Her life in China has helped establish the relationships she has aspired to have with her friends, colleagues ,and most importantly herself.
If you would like to follow Chanel's journey, you can connect with her on the following platforms:
Wechat: EccentricQueen
Wechat: SugaMama90
Instagram: @eccentricqueen90
TikTok: eccentricqueen90
Linke...
2023-01-091h 17The Black Expat Experience PodcastThe Black Expat Experience Episode 2: Faith and Family as an expat with Dr. Shannon EvansDr. Shannon A. B. Evans, born in Freeport Grand Bahama, is a 6th grade English teacher that currently resides in Beijing, China.
Dr. E knew she wanted to be a teacher by the age of 7, and she worked diligently toward that goal. She has an undergraduate degree in Primary Education, and she left The Bahamas at the age of 21 to pursue a master’s degree in School Counseling. She worked in various therapeutic settings until she returned home in 2016. After two years at home, she moved to Beijing in 2018.
Shannon's original plan was to stay in Be...
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The Black Expat Experience PodcastThe Black Expat Experience Episode 2: Faith and Family as an expat with Dr. Shannon EvansDr. Shannon A. B. Evans, born in Freeport Grand Bahama, is a 6th grade English teacher that currently resides in Beijing, China.
Dr. E knew she wanted to be a teacher by the age of 7, and she worked diligently toward that goal. She has an undergraduate degree in Primary Education, and she left The Bahamas at the age of 21 to pursue a masters degree in School Counseling. She worked in various therapeutic settings until she returned home in 2016. After two years at home, she moved to Beijing in 2018.
Shannon's original plan was to stay in Bei...
2023-01-081h 11The Black Expat Experience PodcastThe WHY behind and the mission of the Black Expat Experience Live Show and PodcastI felt this series was vital in order to reframe the narrative about Black people of the diaspora living their best lives, traveling, impacting their communities, and making their mental health a priority.
This series is will hopefully spotlight the importance of us taking up space throughout the world, driving our own narratives, and creating opportunities for others in our community.
The success of our show and the promotion of mental health in underrepresented and global communities depends on your support. Please subscribe to our Youtube channel, @aspire_counselingwell, and if you are interested in rec...
2023-01-0818 min
The Black Expat Experience PodcastThe WHY behind and the mission of the Black Expat Experience Live Show and PodcastI felt this series was vital in order to reframe the narrative about Black people of the diaspora living their best lives, traveling, impacting their communities, and making their mental health a priority.
This series is will hopefully spotlight the importance of us taking up space throughout the world, driving our own narratives, and creating opportunities for others in our community.
The success of our show and the promotion of mental health in underrepresented and global communities depends on your support. Please subscribe to our Youtube channel, @aspire_counselingwell, and if you are interested in rec...
2023-01-0818 min
The Black Expat Experience Podcastthe Black Expat Experience Season 1 Introductionthank you for tuning in to the show today.
In the spirit of transparency, I wanted to share with you that The Black Expat Experience was rebranded shortly after the first season was completed; therefore, as you listen to episodes from season 1, you may hear the episodes in this season being referred to by the podcasts former iteration, Black and Abroad. I was unaware that there was another group by this name, and in honoring their hard work and wanting to differentiate myself and rebrand in a way that was more aligned and original, the Black Expat...
2023-01-0701 minThe Black Expat Experience Podcastthe Black Expat Experience Season 1 Introductionthank you for tuning in to the show today.
In the spirit of transparency, I wanted to share with you that The Black Expat Experience was rebranded shortly after the first season was completed; therefore, as you listen to episodes from season 1, you may hear the episodes in this season being referred to by the podcast’s former iteration, Black and Abroad. I was unaware that there was another group by this name, and in honoring their hard work and wanting to differentiate myself and rebrand in a way that was more aligned and original, the Black Ex...
2023-01-0701 minThe Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 11: Black Men Abroad: The Audacity of Hoping and Striving for More in LifeBlack Men Abroad is a special episode of the Black Expat Experience live show and podcast. The mission of the series and this episode is to provide Black expats of the diaspora a constructive platform to share the genesis of their journeys abroad, share how they make their mental health a priority, and share how they impact their communities.
Through honest conversations, The Black Expat Experience demonstrates that there are opportunities around the world to live your best life, be mentally and physically well, and blaze a trail for others to follow.
Listed below are som...
2023-01-062h 02
The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 11: Black Men Abroad: The Audacity of Hoping and Striving for More in LifeBlack Men Abroad is a special episode of the Black Expat Experience live show and podcast. The mission of the series and this episode is to provide Black expats of the diaspora a constructive platform to share the genesis of their journeys abroad, share how they make their mental health a priority, and share how they impact their communities.
Through honest conversations, The Black Expat Experience demonstrates that there are opportunities around the world to live your best life, be mentally and physically well, and blaze a trail for others to follow.
Listed below are som...
2023-01-062h 02The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 26: Exposure to culture and community & expanding the hearts and minds of students with Dr. Raphael Moffett-A native of Washington State, Dr. Raphael X. Moffett began his career in higher education and motivational speaking at Clark Atlanta University in 2002. He was inspired by working with college students and made the decision to pursue a career in student affairs. During the past 20 years, he has gained valuable experience serving in progressive leadership roles at Clark Atlanta University, Georgia State University, Morehouse College, and Trinity University. Known as a leader that motivates people to succeed, Dr. Moffett has also served in senior leadership positions as the Vice President for Student Services at Texas Southern University in Houston...
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The Black Expat Experience PodcastEpisode 26: Exposure to culture and community & expanding the hearts and minds of students with Dr. Raphael Moffett-A native of Washington State, Dr. Raphael X. Moffett began his career in higher education and motivational speaking at Clark Atlanta University in 2002. He was inspired by working with college students and made the decision to pursue a career in student affairs. During the past 20 years, he has gained valuable experience serving in progressive leadership roles at Clark Atlanta University, Georgia State University, Morehouse College, and Trinity University. Known as a leader that motivates people to succeed, Dr. Moffett has also served in senior leadership positions as the Vice President for Student Services at Texas Southern University in Houston...
2023-01-061h 44The Black Expat Experience PodcastMy word of the year for 2023!A custom I notice that many people are getting into is choosing a guiding word at the beginning of each year.
My word of the year for 2023 is TRUST!
As always, I will use this word to guide my steps and help me remain mindful of my goals, my resolve, and capabilities. -
What is your word of the year for 2023? Feel free to share in the comments.
Remember that you are your best thing, so prioritize your mental health today! Don’t forget to subscribe to our mailing list at www.aspi...
2023-01-0403 min
The Black Expat Experience PodcastMy word of the year for 2023!A custom I notice that many people are getting into is choosing a guiding word at the beginning of each year.
My word of the year for 2023 is TRUST!
As always, I will use this word to guide my steps and help me remain mindful of my goals, my resolve, and capabilities. -
What is your word of the year for 2023? Feel free to share in the comments.
Remember that you are your best thing, so prioritize your mental health today! Dont forget to subscribe to our mailing list at www.aspire...
2023-01-0403 minThe Black Expat Experience PodcastThe Black Expat Experience Episode 25: Living in the space of worthiness w/ Jevon HerculesBorn and raised in Barbados, Jevon always loved his vibrant culture and the small island he calls home. Growing up, his parents instilled in him the importance of traveling the world to experience new cultures and to see that there is life beyond the shores of Barbados. "The world is your oyster" his mother would always say, which led to him leaving home at 18 years old to study his bachelors in Jamaica.
Wanting to live in a country beyond the Caribbean, he decided in 2019, in order to challenge himself some more, that he would move to the fu...
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The Black Expat Experience PodcastThe Black Expat Experience Episode 25: Living in the space of worthiness w/ Jevon HerculesBorn and raised in Barbados, Jevon always loved his vibrant culture and the small island he calls home. Growing up, his parents instilled in him the importance of traveling the world to experience new cultures and to see that there is life beyond the shores of Barbados. "The world is your oyster" his mother would always say, which led to him leaving home at 18 years old to study his bachelors in Jamaica.
Wanting to live in a country beyond the Caribbean, he decided in 2019, in order to challenge himself some more, that he would move to the fu...
2023-01-041h 22The Black Expat Experience PodcastThe Black Expat Experience Episode 24: Courage, Curiosity, and Cultivating Relationships w/ Marlene MboyoHailing from the country of Ireland, Marlene has been living and working in Beijing for almost 4 years as an educator. She describes herself as a bubbly, forward, and honest person, and she lives by the mantra, "Don't look back. Live life to the fullest."
Thank you for taking some time to listen to this episode and for leaving your constructive feedback. The success of our show and the promotion of mental health in underrepresented and global communities depends on your support. Please subscribe to our Youtube channel, @aspire_counselingwell, and if you are interested in receiving more rele...
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The Black Expat Experience PodcastThe Black Expat Experience Episode 24: Courage, Curiosity, and Cultivating Relationships w/ Marlene MboyoHailing from the country of Ireland, Marlene has been living and working in Beijing for almost 4 years as an educator. She describes herself as a bubbly, forward, and honest person, and she lives by the mantra, "Don't look back. Live life to the fullest."
Thank you for taking some time to listen to this episode and for leaving your constructive feedback. The success of our show and the promotion of mental health in underrepresented and global communities depends on your support. Please subscribe to our Youtube channel, @aspire_counselingwell, and if you are interested in receiving more rele...
2023-01-041h 31
The Black Expat Experience PodcastThe Black Expat Experience Episode 23: Envisioning a New, Aligned Life Abroad w/ Gina NelsonAn artist, writer, and educator whose perspective on the female experience has been distinctly molded by her upbringing, Ms. Gina P. Nelson is the Founder and Chief Creative Director of Bella and Bella Productions, a platform (launching on March 8, 2022) dedicated to uplifting, inspiring and empowering young girls and women.
As one of ten children (and one of two girls) born to Guyanese, South American parents, Ms. Nelson understands the importance of building and nurturing a strong community of women. She is a champion of female empowerment and ultimately hopes that the Bella and Bella platform serves as th...
2023-01-031h 17The Black Expat Experience PodcastThe Black Expat Experience Episode 23: Envisioning a New, Aligned Life Abroad w/ Gina NelsonAn artist, writer, and educator whose perspective on “the female experience” has been distinctly molded by her upbringing, Ms. Gina P. Nelson is the Founder and Chief Creative Director of Bella and Bella Productions, a platform (launching on March 8, 2022) dedicated to uplifting, inspiring and empowering young girls and women.
As one of ten children (and one of two girls) born to Guyanese, South American parents, Ms. Nelson understands the importance of building and nurturing a strong community of women. She is a champion of female empowerment and ultimately hopes that the Bella and Bella platform serves as the sp...
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The Black Expat Experience PodcastThe Black Expat Experience Episode 21: Unlocking my Potential as an Entrepreneur and Expat w/ Uriah LongBorn in Washington, D.C., Uriah is a Master Cosmetologist and the creator and founder of JustSkin, a natural skincare line made with organic and high quality ingredients. Shortly after moving to China, Uriah realized that there was a lack of recognizable and available skincare products, especially those without the possibility of having whitening agents in them. For years, she made products only for herself and gifted them for birthdays or as tokens of appreciation. After recognizing that there was a high demand for great skincare products, Uriah decided that she would share the goodness of her products with eve...
2023-01-031h 14The Black Expat Experience PodcastThe Black Expat Experience Episode 21: Unlocking my Potential as an Entrepreneur and Expat w/ Uriah LongBorn in Washington, D.C., Uriah is a Master Cosmetologist and the creator and founder of JustSkin, a natural skincare line made with organic and high quality ingredients. Shortly after moving to China, Uriah realized that there was a lack of recognizable and available skincare products, especially those without the possibility of having whitening agents in them. For years, she made products only for herself and gifted them for birthdays or as tokens of appreciation. After recognizing that there was a high demand for great skincare products, Uriah decided that she would share the goodness of her products with eve...
2023-01-031h 14The Black Expat Experience PodcastThe Black Expat Experience Episode 20: Excellence in Martial Arts and the Stunt World as a Black Man w/ Stephon ReynoldsBorn in Washington, DC and raised in Waldorf, Maryland, Stephon has spent the last year living and working in China. For years, Stephon worked as a Professional Stunt Performer for film and live theatrical shows, and now he is a precision driver, living and working in Qinghuangdao China.
Stephon chooses to live by these words, "Be Humble, Yet Not Weak; Proud, Yet Not Boastful." We're certain he has many more amazing feats to accomplish in his future. We applaud his him being a trailblazer.
Thank you for taking some time to listen to this episode and...
2023-01-031h 29The Black Expat Experience PodcastThe Black Expat Experience Episode 19: Honoring my Truest Self and Doing Work that Matters with Adalia AborisadeAdalia Aborisade is a veteran educator, world traveler, and financial coach. After reaching financial independence on a teacher’s salary, she packed up her then 15-year-old daughter, canine sidekick, and sewing machine for a move to Honduras and has never looked back.
Adalia's podcast and YouTube channel provide great resources for Black women looking to live life on their own terms. She often says, "The universe tends to unfold as it should." Those are sage words of comfort to live by.
Please follow Adalia on the following platforms:
Instagram: @PickyGirlTravels
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2023-01-031h 13The Black Expat Experience PodcastThe Black Expat Experience Episode 18: Dreaming and Doing in Mexico City W/ MeckellBorn in Lafayette, Louisiana, raised in Las Vegas, NV, Meckell, an entrepreneur and business owner living in Mexico City, is a queer travel addict, digital nomad, and content creator. Through her travel brand, Travel Well with Meckell, she creates content that inspires people to follow their dreams of entrepreneurship and/or living abroad. In addition to inspiration, Meckell's channel provides tips, current events, and insightful information for people interested in traveling or starting a new life abroad! Meckell's travel brand was inspired by her own journey of leaving the US, which showed her what liberation could look like.
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2023-01-031h 28The Black Expat Experience PodcastThe Black Expat Experience Episode 17: Rediscovery and Reclamation of my Truest Self w/ Toni CarthanAt 63, Toni Denise, a retired Corporate Trainer and now a Life Coach & Expat Coach, decided she wanted to recapture the excitement of living abroad again, as she had in her younger years. She also wanted to rediscover her faith in a new way. She knew moving abroad would put her in a position to totally trust God. Having a strong desire to live by the beach, Toni moved to Play Del Carmen and for the past nine months she has been living her dream of being walking distance from the beach.
Toni is passionate about encouraging women ov...
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The Black Expat Experience PodcastThe Black Expat Experience Episode 16: Living a Strengths-based Life and Reflecting on Personal Growth with Harry KennedyHarry was born in New Orleans, Louisiana and grew up in Dayton, Ohio. He’s been living abroad in Belgium for over 3 years now, and he works in IT as an Infrastructure Administrator for an American company. His boss surprisingly agreed to send him over after he jokingly asked to make the move.
Harry has turned his experience abroad into a life changing opportunity when he re-discovered his passion for learning languages. Harry has learned French and Dutch and is currently working on his fourth language. He wants to continue learning more languages in the future in hope...
2023-01-031h 25The Black Expat Experience PodcastThe Black Expat Experience Episode 15: Challenging Fear and Creating with Culture with Margo GabrielMargo Gabriel is a freelance writer, cookbook author and editor from Boston, MA. She is the author of The Expat Kitchen cookbook and is based in Lisbon, Portugal. Margo has been featured in New York Times, HuffPost, and Salon. Her words have been published in Boston Art Review, Cuisine Noir, Edible Boston, Fodor’s Travel, and Solstice Literary Magazine.
'Bet on yourself' is a mantra she borrowed from her brother who is also a creative. She believes living those words has totally transformed her life for the better.
You can follow Margo's work online at www.m...
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