By Sharmane Fury
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In this episode of Queer & Far, Sharmane shares their personal experiences as a Black-Japanese, Brown-presenting American living abroad in a Brown country, Mexico. Discover the surprising contrast of being treated with first-class American citizenship while not receiving the same treatment back in their home country. Delve into the complexities of identity, where cultural and racial background intersects with their American citizenship. Gain insights into the disparities between Sharmane's experiences abroad and the struggles faced as by Black/Brown Americans in the United States.
If you are interested in some resources about living abroad, traveling, and American privilege abroad.
https://www.middlebury.edu/schools-abroad/diversity/usamerican-abroad
https://www.vergemagazine.com/21-1/features/navigating-privilege-abroad.html
https://www.beenaroundtheglobe.com/black-westerner-travel-privilege/
https://sojournies.com/travel-privilege/
Produced and Edited by: Sharmane Fury
Music by: Pinegroove - "Big Band Savage Jazz"
Introduction:
Welcome back to the Queer & Far channel! In this episode, we dive into the adventures of Sharmane Fury, aka Maney, as they share their experiences and challenges with finding and renting a home while living abroad. From language barriers to cultural nuances, join us as we explore the realities of searching for a sanctuary away from their home country.
Summary:
In this episode of Queer & Far, Maney takes us on their journey of finding a place to call home while living abroad. They discuss their previous difficulties with housing in various cities in the U.S., recounting stressful experiences with landlords and challenging neighborhoods. Moving to their current location in Mérida, Yucatan, Mexico, Sharmane highlights the importance of partnering up with a recommended local to help navigate the process. With the guidance of a licensed real estate agent, they successfully secure a new house in a suburb of Mérida.
Shae & Sharmane discuss the intricacies of rental and lease agreements in Mexico. Maney shares their concerns about their responsibilities as a foreigner signing a lease and shares the comfort of having the help of a translator in the room. They discuss the penalties of early termination and the return of the deposit, highlighting the differences from the lease signing process in the United States. Not to mention navigating the challenges of setting up utilities and services when you don't speak the language.
Join Sharmane and Shae on the Queer & Far channel as we explore the highs and lows of living abroad and the rollercoaster of home rental experiences. Gain valuable insights into the challenges faced when searching for the perfect sanctuary away from the U.S. Don't forget to hit the subscribe button and share your own international housing stories in the comments below!
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Queer & Far, a travel podcast from a couple of Queer Femmes, providing tips and resources to travel safely while Black/Brown, Queer, Disabled or from any marginalized group and intersections in-between. Hosted by Sharmane Fury aka daBlasianBlerd and Shae Nahnigans. We will be sharing travel advice and resources for #TravelingWhileQueer #TravelingWhileDisabled #TravelingWhileBIPOC #TravelingWhileFemme as well as charting our journey towards moving abroad.
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Hosted by: Sharmane Fury and Shae Nahnigans Produced and Edited by: Sharmane Fury Music by: Pinegroove - "Big Band Savage Jazz"
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This week Shae and Sharmane talk about Shae & Jeff's adventure returning back to the U.S. from Mexico and Sharmane's house hunt in Mérida.
In this episode of Queer & Far, Maney y Shae are joined by Shae's esposo, Jeff aka Sharmane's Hermano Blanco and we share some observations of living in Mérida.
Join Sharmane and Shae in this exciting episode of Queer & Far as they share their extraordinary travel experience to Mérida. Discover their encounters with potential cat quarantine, lost belongings, language barriers at customs, and even a lizard in the toilet. Gain valuable tips on traveling with pets, navigating transportation, and maximizing the benefits of Airbnb. Through ups and downs, their journey ends safely, highlighting the kindness and patience of the Mexican people. Don't miss this captivating travel narrative!
In this episode of Queer & Far, friend, comedian, and fellow podcaster Javann Jones from the Frown Town Podcast discusses their experience living and working in Korea while Black. Javann highlights the opportunity to broaden one's perspectives and challenge the American narrative while living abroad. They mention the importance of experiencing criticism of America from other countries and the value of being in a city like Seoul for access to amenities and services. Javann talks about his positive work-life balance, the convenience of living near their school, and the ability to travel easily within Korea. He also touches on cultural encounters as a minority, acknowledging that curiosity and lack of exposure may lead to unusual encounters but not taking offense to them. Javann's experience in Korea has been enriching and eye-opening, providing him with a unique perspective on culture, capitalism, and education that we are excited to share with you all.
Listen to Frown Town Podcast here. Please follow Frown Town on Instagram here
If you would like to learn more about teaching English in the Chungdahm school system go to https://teachinkorea.creverse.com/
If you are in the Washington Area and would like to check out J's comedy, please go to https://sites.google.com/view/jjonescomedy/home
40 Days til Mexico (from date of recording)
Produced and Edited by: Sharmane Fury
Music by: Pinegroove - "Big Band Savage Jazz"
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Connect with us on Twitter, Instagram, Tik Tok, and Youtube @QueerFarPod or send us an email at [email protected].
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Queer and Far is a fan-sponsored podcast, if you are enjoying the show please consider sponsoring us on Spotify today! Thank you.
This is a ManeHustle Media Podcast. Turn your side hustle into your ManeHustle.
First episode of 2023! We are closing in on our upcoming move to Mérida, Mexico and we decide to share a couple of random Queer & Disabled Facts about Mexico, including one escándalo from 1901, El baile de los 41.
60 Days til Mexico (from date of recording)
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Queer & Far, a travel podcast from a couple of Queer Femmes, providing tips and resources to travel safely while Black/Brown, Queer, Disabled or from any marginalized group and intersections in-between. Hosted by Sharmane Fury aka daBlasianBlerd and Shae Nahnigans. We will be sharing travel advice and resources for #TravelingWhileQueer #TravelingWhileDisabled #TravelingWhileBIPOC #TravelingWhileFemme as well as charting our journey towards moving abroad.
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Hosted by: Sharmane Fury and Shae Nahnigans Produced and Edited by: Sharmane Fury Music by: Pinegroove - "Big Band Savage Jazz"
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Connect with us on Twitter, Instagram, Tik Tok, and Youtube @QueerFarPod or send us an email at [email protected].
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Queer and Far is a fan-sponsored podcast, if you are enjoying the show please consider sponsoring us on Anchor today! Thank you.
This is a ManeHustle Media Podcast. Turn your side hustle into your ManeHustle.
Back from a couple rounds with the sick! We have finally figured out our move date to Mexico (for Sharmane anyway) and a review of the San Diego Wild Animal Park from Sharmane's November trip.
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A travel podcast from a couple of Queer Femmes. Hosted by Sharmane Fury aka daBlasianBlerd and Shae Nahnigans.
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Hosted by: Sharmane Fury and Shae Nahnigans
Produced and Edited by: Sharmane Fury
Music by: Pinegroove - "Big Band Savage Jazz"
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Connect with us on Twitter, Instagram, Youtube or send me an email at [email protected].
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Transcripts for Queer & Far podcast are available on our website blog.
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Queer and Far is a fan-sponsored podcast, if you are enjoying the show please consider sponsoring us on Ko-Fi today! Thank you.
This is a ManeHustle Media Podcast.
Turn your side hustle into your ManeHustle.
This week, we discuss the need for Universal Accessibility (in general) but specifically in travel with our first guest, TIk Toker, Quadzilla aka Lindsey.
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A travel podcast from a couple of Queer Femmes. Hosted by Sharmane Fury aka daBlasianBlerd and Shae Nahnigans.
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Hosted by: Sharmane Fury and Shae Nahnigans
Produced and Edited by: Sharmane Fury
Music by: Pinegroove - "Big Band Savage Jazz"
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Connect with us on Twitter, Instagram, Youtube or send me an email at [email protected].
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Transcripts for Queer & Far podcast are available on our website blog.
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Queer and Far is a fan-sponsored podcast, if you are enjoying the show please consider sponsoring us on Ko-Fi today! Thank you.
This is a ManeHustle Media Podcast.
Turn your side hustle into your ManeHustle.
The podcast currently has 180 episodes available.