You've heard folks say, "Google It!" but let's talk about the ins and outs of how to find and be found on Google! In this episode of the Traveling Black Women Podcast, Dr. Nadine sits down with travel blogger and digital strategist Tomiko Harvey, founder of Passports and Grub and TomikoHarvey.com We explore how Tomiko uses the gems she learned from the Google Creator Summit to upgrade her content strategy. If you're building a blog, planning group trips, or dreaming of becoming a trusted voice in the travel space, this episode will break down how to get the most out of Google whether you’re planning your next trip or building your brand.Plus, we close out the episode with practical ways to support Black women travel bloggers and or start your own!In this episode, we cover:The difference between Googling as a consumer vs. an influencerTravel safety tips and destination research hacksSEO advice for new and seasoned bloggersTomiko's experience at Google’s Creator SummitHow to find and support Black women travel creators
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S4-E6: Teaching Abroad: From Abu Dhabi to Abuja with Author Tori McNealy
In this episode of the Traveling Black Women Podcast, I sit down with educator and author Tori McNealy to talk all things teaching abroad. From the UAE to Nigeria, Tori shares her incredible journey and the powerful lessons she's learned along the way—both inside and outside the classroom.We dive into how teaching abroad offered her the work-life balance she never thought possible, the cultural experiences that shaped her, and why her book Teaching Abroad: From Abu Dhabi to Abuja (part of the Diary of a Traveling Black Woman series) is essential reading for any Black woman educator thinking about taking her talents overseas.Whether you're an experienced teacher or just starting to consider international education opportunities, this episode is packed with insights, encouragement, and real talk about what it’s really like to live and work abroad as a Black woman.
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S4-E5: The Ugly Side of Travel
This episode is all about the messy, unfiltered side of travel—the learning experiences I definitely didn't sign up for.In this solo storytelling moment, I’m pulling back the curtain on a few travel situations that went left and left me drained, stranded, or questioning why I ever booked the trip in the first place. From being stuck in Colombia after deciding to fly standby (during spring break, no less), to traveling with the wrong people—people who made me feel less safe, more annoyed, and completely over it—to dealing with exhausting, poorly paced itineraries that forgot to leave room for rest, this episode is a reminder that every passport stamp isn’t a picture-perfect memory.I’m breaking down the realities behind the Instagram photos and sharing why I now swear by things like lounge access, a well-balanced itinerary, and hand-selecting the people I travel with. These are stories from the road, but they’re also lessons—some hard-earned and none of them cute in the moment.If you’ve ever had to regroup in an airport, bite your tongue on a group trip, or recover from a trip that felt more like a marathon than a vacation, this one’s for you.
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S4-E4: Leaving the Burden of Ambition Behind
In this lively and heartfelt conversation, cousins Dr. Nadine C. Duncan, Dr. Jade Duncan, and Simone Duncan reflect on their global adventures as a respite from hard work. From Healthcare to Education, these 3 bright and ambitious cousins get real about the emotional toll of chasing success.With laughter, honesty, and inspiration, they unpack the guilt tied to rest, the transition from “office pet to office threat,” and the burnout that comes from being the dependable one. Whether you're in healthcare, education, or any other high impact, service-driven career, this episode gives you permission to pause, reflect, and reclaim your peace.Listen, if you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the burden of expectations or struggled to justify taking a break, tune in and be reminded: rest is revolutionary.
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S4-E3: The Billion Dollar Travelers
Black Travelers Are Spending $145 Billion—Is the travel industry truly recognizing our impact? Black travelers are making major moves, spending $145 billion on domestic travel alone—averaging nearly $3,000 per person, per trip. In this data-packed episode of The Traveling Black Women Podcast, we’re breaking down MMGY Global’s latest Black traveler study, conducted in partnership with the Black Travel Alliance and the National Coalition of Black Meeting Professionals.What We'll Discuss in This Episode: The numbers behind Black travel spending How our choices are shifting the face of tourism and breaking generational curses The role of safety in our travel decisions—why we prioritize it and where we feel most secure Why word-of-mouth and community-driven travel matter more than ever How investing in experiences enhances our quality of lifeWe belong in this space, and we need to make note of our impact. The days of picturing a “tourist” as specific demographic are over—because our dollars are proving otherwise. Tune in, get the insights, and let’s keep traveling on our terms.🎧 Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review!
The dream of traveling the world has become increasingly real for more Black women in the past decade. Join Dr. Nadine and fellow Traveling Black Women as they discuss the joys, frustrations, and nuances of international travel for Black women. Each episode is filled with laughter, travel advice, engaging stories, and the inspiration to go see the world.
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