Blackpacking

13/02/2023

It’s almost been a year since my last episode. I definitely didn’t think after my last episode I would enter the transformative period I did and have my whole life change. I have missed podcasting about my travel and life experiences. I have a lot to catch everyone up on and some big announcements so it will be done it two parts. The first part being an overall life update and a literal airing of my grief and loss. The second part I would like to share some stories from my most recent trips to Belize and Guatemala. Not that I’m officially coming back full time but I’m grateful to be traveling again. We have some exciting trips coming up this year and some special guests in the line up ☺️.

01/03/2022

🚨 New episode drop! Meet James the ethnic traveler who loves hiking outdoors. He’s been in the process of renovating the inside of an old family van. Check him and out listen to his journey in the newest episode.

20/01/2022

On this week’s episode I interview my boo Rheame! It was a good time to sit down and solely talk travel with her. I’m excited she let me interview her on past travel experiences, Peace Corps, and what it is like traveling with me.  Listen to this episode to find out more of why I fell in love with her and how our travels brought us together. .

05/01/2022

✈️ Take off in the latest episode of Blackpacking featuring . Meet Abigail y’all an inspiring solo traveler just wanting to live and explore new places in the world. In this episodes we talk about where she has been and her plans for 2022. You don’t want to miss this episode and check out her page for how to snag some good travel deals.

23/12/2021

After 38 episodes published and 2 years of talking to Black travels from all around the world, I’ve reach 10K in downloads. Happy holidays to me, I hope it is a good one to you!

16/12/2021

🚨 New episode dropped! On this episode we talk with Pam from People of Color Outdoors based in Portland, Oregon. We discuss the racist environment she grew up in while living in Oregon and how that impacted and influence her to start her own outdoors group! Give this episode a listen. Link in bio.

01/12/2021

The first episode of season 4 just dropped today! I talk about my most recent cross country trip and plans for the upcoming season. Give it a listen, link in bio!

17/11/2021

Happy National Hiking Day! Meet Pamela, she is the founder of PDX People of Color Outdoors! PDX was nominated for the first-ever Facebook Community Awards for the local category. I had the pleasure of speaking with her and she will be one of the guest of the new season so look out for this interview, until then enjoy some time outside.

16/11/2021

Where in the world has Jarika been? I’m sure this is the question you’ve been wondering. It’s definitely hard to get back into my podcast rhythm but that time has finally come! New seasons, new episodes and I hope you are all still around to listen!

18/05/2021

Hey Ya'll

I'm sure you've been wondering what i've been doing, but i've been waiting out this pandemic and planning my next adventure. I'm about to go on a cross-country trip here in the United States. From the east coast to the west coast, I will visit some cities i've always wanted see and exploring some of the best National Parks this US has to offer. It definitely has been difficult putting out episode during this time so i'm excited to share my journey and new content with ya'll soon.

26/04/2021

Had a great conversation with Harry Duran, host of Podcast Junkies. Our interview is now up on the site: http://fullca.st/id-ew-_h. You can Follow/Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or your favorite podcast app: http://fullca.st/tb482zuu

Podcast Junkies was born out of a genuine interest in and curiosity for this growing league of podcast hosts. It's hosted by Harry Duran. It features wide-ranging, authentic and sometimes candid interviews with this family of voices behind the microphone. The shows themselves cover a variety of topi...

09/04/2021

Hey Ya'll!

I'm sure you are wondering where I've been in the world and what I've doing. I've taken a quick break from the podcast to hibernate and plan for new content during these Pandemic times. I have some exciting news coming to ya'll soon with new content coming out next month.

To stay up to date check out the latest episode with an interview featuring the owner and founder of NotWrightBrand, Tari.

Tari has created a travel backpack for sneakerheads and those whose just want their shoes staying fresh while they travel. Go to his page and listen our episode together to learn more about his story. Link in bio!