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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:

1.  Why Tré walked away from the American dream after achieving it
2. What fears keep Black people from moving abroad
3. Why Black women feel more empowered abroad than in America

Tré Bacon is a former ex-pat in Dubai, Beijing, and Shanghai, and world traveler. In 2013, she left her life as a celebrity hairstylist. And by celebrities, we mean Pink, Rachel Ray, and basketball wives. She was in her late twenties, had gained the notoriety stylists would dream of and she walked away. She walked away from the American dream because she knew deep in her bones she couldn’t find peace of mind in America. Now she runs her own luxury handbag line, Zia Zingara. Tre is an inspiration in every single way. She has lived her life in a way that’s full of spontaneity and adventure, and to us, she really epitomizes the power and joy Black women have when we have the confidence to deeply believe ourselves, our desires, and our dreams.

If you enjoy this episode or know someone who would also enjoy it, don't be stingy -- please, pay it forward then subscribe to The Buddy Pass to never miss a new episode.  

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:

1.  Why Tré walked away from the American dream after achieving it
2. What fears keep Black people from moving abroad
3. Why Black women feel more empowered abroad than in America

Tré Bacon is a former ex-pat in Dubai, Beijing, and Shanghai, and world traveler. In 2013, she left her life as a celebrity hairstylist. And by celebrities, we mean Pink, Rachel Ray, and basketball wives. She was in her late twenties, had gained the notoriety stylists would dream of and she walked away. She walked away from the American dream because she knew deep in her bones she couldn’t find peace of mind in America. Now she runs her own luxury handbag line, Zia Zingara. Tre is an inspiration in every single way. She has lived her life in a way that’s full of spontaneity and adventure, and to us, she really epitomizes the power and joy Black women have when we have the confidence to deeply believe ourselves, our desires, and our dreams.

If you enjoy this episode or know someone who would also enjoy it, don't be stingy -- please, pay it forward then subscribe to The Buddy Pass to never miss a new episode.  

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 The Buddy Pass.

In this week's episode on The Buddy Pass we’re going to talk to two guests about the dark side of travel and what it means to be Black in Europe. We’ll cover some sensitive topics. FULL DISCLOSURE pornography and drugs will be mentioned, so you may want to put the kiddies to bed before listening.  

First, we’re going to hear from Newton Davis, a queer black man in Berlin, Germany who realized his new home offered a lot more sexually than he was even ready for.  Secondly, we have Achille Tenkiang a black man who lived in Paris for 18 months and realized his dream country- France - wasn’t as welcoming to black people as he remembered. 

But, at the top of this episode, Chech and I will be sharing with you all some of our most frightening and "What the hell just happened?" travel moments. It gets crazy.

If you enjoy this episode or know someone who would also enjoy it, don't be stingy -- please, pay it forward then subscribe to The Buddy Pass to never miss a new episode.  

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 The Buddy Pass.

In this week's episode on The Buddy Pass we’re going to talk to two guests about the dark side of travel and what it means to be Black in Europe. We’ll cover some sensitive topics. FULL DISCLOSURE pornography and drugs will be mentioned, so you may want to put the kiddies to bed before listening.  

First, we’re going to hear from Newton Davis, a queer black man in Berlin, Germany who realized his new home offered a lot more sexually than he was even ready for.  Secondly, we have Achille Tenkiang a black man who lived in Paris for 18 months and realized his dream country- France - wasn’t as welcoming to black people as he remembered. 

But, at the top of this episode, Chech and I will be sharing with you all some of our most frightening and "What the hell just happened?" travel moments. It gets crazy.

If you enjoy this episode or know someone who would also enjoy it, don't be stingy -- please, pay it forward then subscribe to The Buddy Pass to never miss a new episode.  

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:

1. What it's like to grow up queer in Africa.
2. How to develop spiritual practices to connect with ancestors.
3. And, how studying Black Studies can help you feel grounded and healed in this crazy crazy world. 

Anima is a beacon of inspiration and was a joy to speak with. We hope you all enjoy this listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed creating it. 

If you enjoy this episode or know someone who would also enjoy it, don't be stingy -- please, pay it forward then subscribe to The Buddy Pass to never miss a new episode.  

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:

1. What it's like to grow up queer in Africa.
2. How to develop spiritual practices to connect with ancestors.
3. And, how studying Black Studies can help you feel grounded and healed in this crazy crazy world. 

Anima is a beacon of inspiration and was a joy to speak with. We hope you all enjoy this listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed creating it. 

If you enjoy this episode or know someone who would also enjoy it, don't be stingy -- please, pay it forward then subscribe to The Buddy Pass to never miss a new episode.  

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 served in Nigeria, Nicaragua, Pakistan, and Spain. In this episode, he discusses his newly published article in the NY Times titled: The State Department Was Designed to Keep African-Americans Out and offers us a unique insight into the mindset of his white colleagues as it pertains to their understanding and acknowledgment of racial and cultural strife in other countries versus their own country - America. 

You should NOT miss this episode if: 

• You want to learn how the State Department has historically prevented African Americans from joining the diplomatic community. 
• You wish to understand the domestic and global implications of having a predominately white Foreign Service represent America.  
• You want to learn how the Black travel movement can contribute to American diplomacy, particularly with predominately Black countries. 
• You would like to understand what a radical reimagination of the State Department could look like and what this would mean for a new and liberated global society.

Whew! There's a lot to unpack there. And we do just that on this week's episode of The Buddy Pass!

If you enjoy this episode or know someone who would also benefit from this information, don't be stingy -- please pay it forward then subscribe to The Buddy Pass to never miss a new episode.  

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 served in Nigeria, Nicaragua, Pakistan, and Spain. In this episode, he discusses his newly published article in the NY Times titled: The State Department Was Designed to Keep African-Americans Out and offers us a unique insight into the mindset of his white colleagues as it pertains to their understanding and acknowledgment of racial and cultural strife in other countries versus their own country - America. 

You should NOT miss this episode if: 

• You want to learn how the State Department has historically prevented African Americans from joining the diplomatic community. 
• You wish to understand the domestic and global implications of having a predominately white Foreign Service represent America.  
• You want to learn how the Black travel movement can contribute to American diplomacy, particularly with predominately Black countries. 
• You would like to understand what a radical reimagination of the State Department could look like and what this would mean for a new and liberated global society.

Whew! There's a lot to unpack there. And we do just that on this week's episode of The Buddy Pass!

If you enjoy this episode or know someone who would also benefit from this information, don't be stingy -- please pay it forward then subscribe to The Buddy Pass to never miss a new episode.  

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 shows like TopGoal Rhapsody in South Korea. Full circle. Still early in her career, Renee already has a resume that would rival the most seasoned entertainer. She has worked on campaigns with companies like Samsung and LG, and with mega artists like Maroon 5, and Korea's very-own international mega boy band, BTS. #blackgirlmagic. 

During the first half of the show, Renee will enlighten us on:

• The similarities between Black history and Korean history
• What it takes to be a successful Black model and entertainer in South Korea

Later on, we'll discuss:

• The support of Black Lives Matter in South Korea
• And international mega boy band - BTS, they're great, but the appropriation though. Who's to credit or blame for this?

Renee Simone, a mesmerizing trailblazing Black entertainer in South Korea. We hope you all enjoy this listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed creating it. 

If you enjoy this episode or know someone who would also enjoy it, don't be stingy -- please, pay it forward then subscribe to The Buddy Pass to never miss a new episode.  

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 shows like TopGoal Rhapsody in South Korea. Full circle. Still early in her career, Renee already has a resume that would rival the most seasoned entertainer. She has worked on campaigns with companies like Samsung and LG, and with mega artists like Maroon 5, and Korea's very-own international mega boy band, BTS. #blackgirlmagic. 

During the first half of the show, Renee will enlighten us on:

• The similarities between Black history and Korean history
• What it takes to be a successful Black model and entertainer in South Korea

Later on, we'll discuss:

• The support of Black Lives Matter in South Korea
• And international mega boy band - BTS, they're great, but the appropriation though. Who's to credit or blame for this?

Renee Simone, a mesmerizing trailblazing Black entertainer in South Korea. We hope you all enjoy this listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed creating it. 

If you enjoy this episode or know someone who would also enjoy it, don't be stingy -- please, pay it forward then subscribe to The Buddy Pass to never miss a new episode.