The Buddy Pass

The Buddy Pass episodes:

• 12.09.2021

  Marpessa Dawn: A Black American Entertainer in Europe (1953)

  In 1953, Black American-born French actress, singer, and dancer Marpessa Dawn moved to Europe in order to escape racial discrimination in the U.S. and find acceptance as an entertainer. In this episode, we follow Marpessa's journey from being a lab technician...

  
• 12.09.2021

  Marpessa Dawn: A Black American Entertainer in Europe (1953)

  In 1953, Black American-born French actress, singer, and dancer Marpessa Dawn moved to Europe in order to escape racial discrimination in the U.S. and find acceptance as an entertainer. In this episode, we follow Marpessa's journey from being a lab technician...

  
• 11.17.2021

  Black Life in Mexico City: A Conversation with Adalia Aborisade (AKA Picky Girl Travels The World)

  In this episode, we’re going to Mexico City and we’ll be chatting with  Adalia Aborisade (AKA Picky Girl Travels The World) - a former teacher from Houston - about what life is like as a Black ex-pat in Mexico City...

  
• 11.17.2021

  Black Life in Mexico City: A Conversation with Adalia Aborisade (AKA Picky Girl Travels The World)

  In this episode, we’re going to Mexico City and we’ll be chatting with  Adalia Aborisade (AKA Picky Girl Travels The World) - a former teacher from Houston - about what life is like as a Black ex-pat in Mexico City...

  
• 11.04.2021

  Black Family Travels & How Traveling Can Expand The World of Black Children

  In this episode, I sit down with the award-winning travel blogger and the mother of the first family ever to be crowned "Traveler of The Year" by the National Geographic travel magazine - Heather Greenwood Davis.  We'll discuss topics like:The importance...

  
• 11.04.2021

  Black Family Travels & How Traveling Can Expand The World of Black Children

  In this episode, I sit down with the award-winning travel blogger and the mother of the first family ever to be crowned "Traveler of The Year" by the National Geographic travel magazine - Heather Greenwood Davis.  We'll discuss topics like:The importance...

  
• 07.30.2021

  Traveling for Mental Wellness and Self Discovery

  A conversation about intentional travel for mental wellness and self discovery with Master Life Coach, avid traveler, and founder of the travel wellness company - Project Passport, Sabriya Dobbins.   Sabriya Dobbins is an award-winning Master Life Coach and avid traveler having...

  
• 07.30.2021

  Traveling for Mental Wellness and Self Discovery

  A conversation about intentional travel for mental wellness and self discovery with Master Life Coach, avid traveler, and founder of the travel wellness company - Project Passport, Sabriya Dobbins.   Sabriya Dobbins is an award-winning Master Life Coach and avid traveler having...

  
• 06.18.2021

  Danielle Desir talks her childhood travels and paying down $63000 in student debt while traveling to Paris

  Have you ever been in a position where you wanted to make a life-changing purchase like buying a car or a home, or maybe you’ve wanted to make a life-enhancing purchase like taking that group trip to Ghana with the...

  
• 06.18.2021

  Danielle Desir talks her childhood travels and paying down $63000 in student debt while traveling to Paris

  Have you ever been in a position where you wanted to make a life-changing purchase like buying a car or a home, or maybe you’ve wanted to make a life-enhancing purchase like taking that group trip to Ghana with the...

  
• 06.01.2021

  The Buddy Pass - Season 2 Trailer!

  Devione and Chech are back! These two Black travelers have lived on every continent (except for Australia and Antarctica, but they're working on it). During their travels, they have been Peace Corps volunteers, researchers, teachers, and entrepreneurs.   Now, they're on a journey...

  
• 06.01.2021

  The Buddy Pass - Season 2 Trailer!

  Devione and Chech are back! These two Black travelers have lived on every continent (except for Australia and Antarctica, but they're working on it). During their travels, they have been Peace Corps volunteers, researchers, teachers, and entrepreneurs.   Now, they're on a journey...

  
• 09.17.2020

  S1 E17 | The Buddy Pass Awards Show!

  Do you remember your high school yearbook -- all of those most likely to do something awards? Well, in this week's episode, the final episode of season one, Chech and Devione invite you to the first annual Buddy Pass Awards show...

  
• 09.17.2020

  S1 E17 | The Buddy Pass Awards Show!

  Do you remember your high school yearbook -- all of those most likely to do something awards? Well, in this week's episode, the final episode of season one, Chech and Devione invite you to the first annual Buddy Pass Awards show...

  
• 09.10.2020

  S1 E16 | Moving Back to America and Why We're Ready to Leave Again.

  What is culture shock like when returning to your own country? Welcome to part three of our "Get To Chech and Devione" series. We have thoroughly enjoyed sharing our personal stories of struggle, triumph, adventure, and growth with you. In part...

  
• 09.10.2020

  S1 E16 | Moving Back to America and Why We're Ready to Leave Again.

  What is culture shock like when returning to your own country? Welcome to part three of our "Get To Chech and Devione" series. We have thoroughly enjoyed sharing our personal stories of struggle, triumph, adventure, and growth with you. In part...

  
• 08.28.2020

  S1 E15 | Why Chech and Devione Stayed Abroad for (Collectively) 10+ Years!

  Why would anyone pick up and leave their home to move abroad...for 5 years?! In this week's episode, we bring your Part 2 of a 3-part series that explores the lives and travel stories of co-host Chech and Devione. In Part...

  
• 08.28.2020

  S1 E15 | Why Chech and Devione Stayed Abroad for (Collectively) 10+ Years!

  Why would anyone pick up and leave their home to move abroad...for 5 years?! In this week's episode, we bring your Part 2 of a 3-part series that explores the lives and travel stories of co-host Chech and Devione. In Part...

  
• 08.06.2020

  S1 E14 | Why We Left America: Chech and Devione's Search For...Self.

  Hey this is Chech and this is Devione — we’re two friends who met in China who interview other black people who see beyond the American dream. This week's episode will kick off a three-part series that explores the stories of...

  
• 08.06.2020

  S1 E14 | Why We Left America: Chech and Devione's Search For...Self.

  Hey this is Chech and this is Devione — we’re two friends who met in China who interview other black people who see beyond the American dream. This week's episode will kick off a three-part series that explores the stories of...

  
• 07.30.2020

  S1 E13 | Black Exodus: Entrepreneur, Tré Bacon, shares Why Black Expats Are Leaving America Again

  In this week's episode of The Buddy Pass, we talk with the amazing and inspiring entrepreneur, Tré Bacon to discuss why Black ex-pats are packing up and leaving America...again. Also, during this week's episode you'll learn: Why Tré walked away from...

  
• 07.30.2020

  S1 E13 | Black Exodus: Entrepreneur, Tré Bacon, shares Why Black Expats Are Leaving America Again

  In this week's episode of The Buddy Pass, we talk with the amazing and inspiring entrepreneur, Tré Bacon to discuss why Black ex-pats are packing up and leaving America...again. Also, during this week's episode you'll learn: Why Tré walked away from...

  
• 07.23.2020

  S1 E12 | Dark Travel Experiences that are NOT for the Instagram Highlight Reel!

  Have you ever wondered what type of negative experiences people have when traveling abroad? You ever wondered what travel experiences are NOT making onto our Instagram highlight reel? Well, we got some answers for you on this week's episode of...

  
• 07.23.2020

  S1 E12 | Dark Travel Experiences that are NOT for the Instagram Highlight Reel!

  Have you ever wondered what type of negative experiences people have when traveling abroad? You ever wondered what travel experiences are NOT making onto our Instagram highlight reel? Well, we got some answers for you on this week's episode of...

  
• 07.16.2020

  S1 E11 | Dr. Anima Adjepong on Growing Up Queer in Ghana, African Spirituality, and Liberation Through Black Studies

  On this week's show, we're graced by the presence of Dr. Anima Adjepong, a sociologist whose research examines culture, identities, and social change in West Africa and the diaspora.  During this episode you'll learn:What it's like to grow up queer in...

  
• 07.16.2020

  S1 E11 | Dr. Anima Adjepong on Growing Up Queer in Ghana, African Spirituality, and Liberation Through Black Studies

  On this week's show, we're graced by the presence of Dr. Anima Adjepong, a sociologist whose research examines culture, identities, and social change in West Africa and the diaspora.  During this episode you'll learn:What it's like to grow up queer in...

  
• 07.02.2020

  S1 E10 | Fmr. U.S. Diplomat, Chris Richardson, on Re-imagining Foreign Policy toward Global Liberation

  Have you ever asked yourself: Who are the people that represent America on the international stage? Our guest this week, former U.S. Diplomat and Immigration attorney, Chris Richardson, answers that and more. Chris Richardson spent 7 years as a diplomat and...

  
• 07.02.2020

  S1 E10 | Fmr. U.S. Diplomat, Chris Richardson, on Re-imagining Foreign Policy toward Global Liberation

  Have you ever asked yourself: Who are the people that represent America on the international stage? Our guest this week, former U.S. Diplomat and Immigration attorney, Chris Richardson, answers that and more. Chris Richardson spent 7 years as a diplomat and...

  
• 06.25.2020

  S1 E9 | Renee Simone, A Trailblazing Black Entertainer in South Korea

  On this week's show, we're graced by the presence of Renee Simone, a model, dancer, actress, entertainer, and trailblazer... in South Korea.  Renee started performing at a young age, first with her disco karaoke machine. Fitting as she now finds herself performing on...

  
• 06.25.2020

  S1 E9 | Renee Simone, A Trailblazing Black Entertainer in South Korea

  On this week's show, we're graced by the presence of Renee Simone, a model, dancer, actress, entertainer, and trailblazer... in South Korea.  Renee started performing at a young age, first with her disco karaoke machine. Fitting as she now finds herself performing on...

  
• 06.18.2020

  S1 E8 | Deji Jegede on Rejecting The American Dream and Finding Love in Spain

  Would you turn down a $70,000 salary increase if it meant you had to live in the United States? Not sure? On this week's show, we talk with Deji Jegede, an international consultant, based in Madrid, Spain, who did just that,...

  
• 06.18.2020

  S1 E8 | Deji Jegede on Rejecting The American Dream and Finding Love in Spain

  Would you turn down a $70,000 salary increase if it meant you had to live in the United States? Not sure? On this week's show, we talk with Deji Jegede, an international consultant, based in Madrid, Spain, who did just that,...

  
• 06.11.2020

  S1 E7 | Founder of Black Travel Fest, Deirdre Dares, on Finding FREEDOM outside of America

  Tired of America? Do you feel trapped by the myth of American exceptionalism? You ever ask yourself "What is a safe space when you're Black in America?" Well, you're not alone. On this week's show, we head to the gardens of Bali...

  
• 06.11.2020

  S1 E7 | Founder of Black Travel Fest, Deirdre Dares, on Finding FREEDOM outside of America

  Tired of America? Do you feel trapped by the myth of American exceptionalism? You ever ask yourself "What is a safe space when you're Black in America?" Well, you're not alone. On this week's show, we head to the gardens of Bali...

  
• 06.02.2020

  S1 E6 | Reverend Mpho Tutu On Racial Reconciliation in the U.S. and What *White* Allyship Should Look Like Today

  These past few weeks have been... tough. The continued killings of innocent Black people and the pilings of Black bodies due to structural racism and hate have left Chech, LD, and myself angry and heartbroken. We knew we couldn't trust any...

  
• 06.02.2020

  S1 E6 | Reverend Mpho Tutu On Racial Reconciliation in the U.S. and What *White* Allyship Should Look Like Today

  These past few weeks have been... tough. The continued killings of innocent Black people and the pilings of Black bodies due to structural racism and hate have left Chech, LD, and myself angry and heartbroken. We knew we couldn't trust any...

  
• 05.28.2020

  S1 E5 | Exploring Afro-Latinx Identity and How America Stifles Black Creativity

  Have you ever wondered what life was like for Black people who voluntarily moved to the United States? Did you once hear the term "Afro Latina" and found yourself perplexed at the idea of Africans in South America?  On this week's...

  
• 05.28.2020

  S1 E5 | Exploring Afro-Latinx Identity and How America Stifles Black Creativity

  Have you ever wondered what life was like for Black people who voluntarily moved to the United States? Did you once hear the term "Afro Latina" and found yourself perplexed at the idea of Africans in South America?  On this week's...

  
• 05.21.2020

  S1 E4 | Runako Celina, co-founder of Black Livity China, Talks Documenting the Diaspora Experience Abroad

  Living abroad as a Black person can be both a rewarding and overwhelming experience. Have you ever wondered what it is like? Are there Black people in China? What do foreigners do while living in China? How do you make...

  
• 05.21.2020

  S1 E4 | Runako Celina, co-founder of Black Livity China, Talks Documenting the Diaspora Experience Abroad

  Living abroad as a Black person can be both a rewarding and overwhelming experience. Have you ever wondered what it is like? Are there Black people in China? What do foreigners do while living in China? How do you make...

  
• 05.12.2020

  S1 E3 | Cleo Wise Talks About China as the Hub for Global Blackness

  On this week's show, global traveler and former international student, Cleo Wise shares her experience of studying in China, the influence of  Obama's presidency on black life abroad, and what led her to work with The Asia Society after leaving...

  
• 05.12.2020

  S1 E3 | Cleo Wise Talks About China as the Hub for Global Blackness

  On this week's show, global traveler and former international student, Cleo Wise shares her experience of studying in China, the influence of  Obama's presidency on black life abroad, and what led her to work with The Asia Society after leaving...

  
• 05.03.2020

  S1 E2 | Keith Bartlett Talks Black Entrepreneurship in China

  On this week's show, global entrepreneur, brand visionary and Detroit native - Keith Bartlett; discusses 8+ years of life in China as an entrepreneur, the impact of the Coronavirus on entrepreneurs and businesses in Beijing, and how he made the...

  
• 05.03.2020

  S1 E2 | Keith Bartlett Talks Black Entrepreneurship in China

  On this week's show, global entrepreneur, brand visionary and Detroit native - Keith Bartlett; discusses 8+ years of life in China as an entrepreneur, the impact of the Coronavirus on entrepreneurs and businesses in Beijing, and how he made the...

  
• 04.24.2020

  S1 E1 | Chech, LD, and Devione: Three Friends Who Met in China Share Their Story

  We’re Uchechi, Lionel, and Leroy --  three black creatives who’ve collectively spent more than 20 years living abroad. From China to Peru to Jordan and everywhere in between, we’ve seen Black Americans thriving and creating new lives in unconventional places....

  
• 04.24.2020

  S1 E1 | Chech, LD, and Devione: Three Friends Who Met in China Share Their Story

  We’re Uchechi, Lionel, and Leroy --  three black creatives who’ve collectively spent more than 20 years living abroad. From China to Peru to Jordan and everywhere in between, we’ve seen Black Americans thriving and creating new lives in unconventional places....