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Courtney Bowden: Culture, Creativity, & Community in Playa del Carmen

Meet Courtney Bowden, the dynamic creator of Black Expat Stories, a multimedia platform chronicling the real-life journeys of Black expats around the world. Courtney shares what led her from Michigan to the sun-soaked shores of Playa del Carmen, Mexico, and how a desire for ease, freedom, and authenticity shaped her relocation journey. With a rich background in marketing, media, and storytelling, Courtney brings a unique lens to life abroad. She opens up about building a creative life in Mexico, cultivating a meaningful community, and using her platform to elevate voices that often go unheard. This episode is a powerful reflection on what it means to live with purpose and to tell stories that matter. Connect with Courtney:  Instagram & TikTok: @BlackExpatStories  Website: https://blackexpatstories.com/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BlackExpatStories Courtney on the Blaxit Global YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/live/v1PNvBDVUZo Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1437790/open_sms] Join aspiring Black expats, expats, and re-pats where you can build community, get resources and gain support along your journey abroad….You’re invited to join Blaxit Global Passport [https://blaxit-global-passport.mn.co/].   Join Blaxit Global Passport [https://blaxit-global-passport.mn.co/]- https://blaxit-global-passport.mn.co/ [https://blaxit-global-passport.mn.co/] Looking for VPNs, banking, travel, and health insurance for your move abroad? Well have no fear, we've got you.  Get your Move Abroad Starter Kit today at www.blaxitglobal.com/resources. [https://www.blaxitglobal.com/resources] Support the show [https://www.ko-fi.com/blaxitglobal] Join Blaxit Global Passport [https://blaxit-global-passport.mn.co/] Subscribe to Blaxit Global on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@blaxitglobal] Blaxit Global Website: www.blaxitglobal.com [https://www.blaxitglobal.com] Support the show - www.ko-fi.com/blaxitglobal [https://www.blaxitglobal.com]

Marissa Price: Liberation, Healing, and Purpose

Meet Marissa Price, Co-Founder of the Job Liberation Virtual Summit for Black Women. Together, we dive into what it truly means to liberate ourselves from toxic work environments and reclaim our joy, power, and purpose.  As a Social Worker, Workshop Facilitator, Keynote Speaker, and Business Coach dedicated to helping Black women heal and build aligned businesses, Marissa knows that liberation isn't just about leaving a job — it's about stepping fully into a life rooted in authenticity, freedom, and unapologetic joy. Tune in for a conversation that will inspire you to listen to your inner voice, honor your healing, and boldly chart your next chapter. Get your ticket to the Job Liberation Virtual Summit for Black Women [https://2025jobliberationsummit.heysummit.com/?sc=O7w4wIa9&ac=THr66grD]! Connect with Marissa: Website: https://mpricemsw.com  IG: https://instagram.com/mpricemsw  YT: https://youtube.com/@mpricemsw  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marissa-price-msw-a0b61a6b/ Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1437790/open_sms] Join aspiring Black expats, expats, and re-pats where you can build community, get resources and gain support along your journey abroad….You’re invited to join Blaxit Global Passport [https://blaxit-global-passport.mn.co/].   Join Blaxit Global Passport [https://blaxit-global-passport.mn.co/]- https://blaxit-global-passport.mn.co/ [https://blaxit-global-passport.mn.co/] Looking for VPNs, banking, travel, and health insurance for your move abroad? Well have no fear, we've got you.  Get your Move Abroad Starter Kit today at www.blaxitglobal.com/resources. [https://www.blaxitglobal.com/resources] Support the show [https://www.ko-fi.com/blaxitglobal] Join Blaxit Global Passport [https://blaxit-global-passport.mn.co/] Subscribe to Blaxit Global on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@blaxitglobal] Blaxit Global Website: www.blaxitglobal.com [https://www.blaxitglobal.com] Support the show - www.ko-fi.com/blaxitglobal [https://www.blaxitglobal.com]

Rory Verrett: Finding Peace & Purpose on the Path to Portugal

What happens when a high-powered executive recruiter decides he's had enough of America’s grind—and makes a bold move abroad? In this episode of the Blaxit Global Podcast, I sit down with Rory Verrett, founder of Protégé Search and the Protégé Leadership Academy, to explore his powerful journey from corporate boardrooms to a more peaceful life in Lisbon, Portugal. We talk about: * The school violence that became the final tipping point for his Blaxit * Why traditional success no longer felt fulfilling * How he redefined purpose and peace outside of the U.S. * His advice for Black professionals navigating Trump 2.0, layoffs, and the rollback of DEI * How to position yourself for global opportunities in this shifting landscape Whether you’re dreaming of living abroad, thinking about your next career move, or just looking for inspiration to reclaim your peace—this conversation is for you. 🌍 Tap in and be inspired to write your own global chapter. Connect with Rory: Follow Rory on Youtube: https://youtube.com/@roryverrett [https://youtube.com/@roryverrett] Rory Verrett Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rory-verrett [https://www.linkedin.com/in/rory-verrett] Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1437790/open_sms] Join aspiring Black expats, expats, and re-pats where you can build community, get resources and gain support along your journey abroad….You’re invited to join Blaxit Global Passport [https://blaxit-global-passport.mn.co/].   Join Blaxit Global Passport [https://blaxit-global-passport.mn.co/]- https://blaxit-global-passport.mn.co/ [https://blaxit-global-passport.mn.co/] Looking for VPNs, banking, travel, and health insurance for your move abroad? Well have no fear, we've got you.  Get your Move Abroad Starter Kit today at www.blaxitglobal.com/resources. [https://www.blaxitglobal.com/resources] Support the show [https://www.ko-fi.com/blaxitglobal] Join Blaxit Global Passport [https://blaxit-global-passport.mn.co/] Subscribe to Blaxit Global on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@blaxitglobal] Blaxit Global Website: www.blaxitglobal.com [https://www.blaxitglobal.com] Support the show - www.ko-fi.com/blaxitglobal [https://www.blaxitglobal.com]

Shirley Johnson: Under the Tuscan Sun

Meet Shirley Johnson, an entrepreneur and mother who made the bold move from the U.S. to Firenze (Florence), Italy, four years ago. Shirley shares her journey of starting a new life in Tuscany, building a business abroad, and raising her son in a new culture. From navigating the Italian lifestyle to embracing the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship, Shirley offers valuable insights for anyone dreaming of making their own international move. Tune in to hear her journey of resilience, reinvention, and finding joy under the Tuscan sun. Connect with Shirley: stage1pr.com [https://www.stage1pr.com] Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1437790/open_sms] Join aspiring Black expats, expats, and re-pats where you can build community, get resources and gain support along your journey abroad….You’re invited to join Blaxit Global Passport [https://blaxit-global-passport.mn.co/].   Join Blaxit Global Passport [https://blaxit-global-passport.mn.co/]- https://blaxit-global-passport.mn.co/ [https://blaxit-global-passport.mn.co/] Looking for VPNs, banking, travel, and health insurance for your move abroad? Well have no fear, we've got you.  Get your Move Abroad Starter Kit today at www.blaxitglobal.com/resources. [https://www.blaxitglobal.com/resources] Support the show [https://www.ko-fi.com/blaxitglobal] Join Blaxit Global Passport [https://blaxit-global-passport.mn.co/] Subscribe to Blaxit Global on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@blaxitglobal] Blaxit Global Website: www.blaxitglobal.com [https://www.blaxitglobal.com] Support the show - www.ko-fi.com/blaxitglobal [https://www.blaxitglobal.com]

Traneka René - Beyond Borders: Lessons from Living Abroad & Repatriating

What does it take to move abroad and thrive? And what happens when you decide to return? Traneka René, founder of Melanin Madrid, talks about her journey from South Korea to Spain and back to the U.S. We dive into the realities of global mobility—how to make an international move successful, the financial side of living abroad, and why repatriating isn’t a failure but another chapter in the journey.  Traneka shares invaluable insights from her work helping others relocate to Madrid, her experience creating Melanin in Madrid, and how embracing change has shaped her path. Whether you're considering a move or navigating life after living abroad, this episode is packed with wisdom and inspiration! Connect with Traneka: https://instagram.com/melaninmadrid [https://instagram.com/melaninmadrid] https://melaninmadrid.com [https://melaninmadrid.com/]  Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1437790/open_sms] Join aspiring Black expats, expats, and re-pats where you can build community, get resources and gain support along your journey abroad….You’re invited to join Blaxit Global Passport [https://blaxit-global-passport.mn.co/].   Join Blaxit Global Passport [https://blaxit-global-passport.mn.co/]- https://blaxit-global-passport.mn.co/ [https://blaxit-global-passport.mn.co/] Looking for VPNs, banking, travel, and health insurance for your move abroad? Well have no fear, we've got you.  Get your Move Abroad Starter Kit today at www.blaxitglobal.com/resources. [https://www.blaxitglobal.com/resources] Support the show [https://www.ko-fi.com/blaxitglobal] Join Blaxit Global Passport [https://blaxit-global-passport.mn.co/] Subscribe to Blaxit Global on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@blaxitglobal] Blaxit Global Website: www.blaxitglobal.com [https://www.blaxitglobal.com] Support the show - www.ko-fi.com/blaxitglobal [https://www.blaxitglobal.com]