Kyle Sexton Instagram

PODCAST DISCUSSION POINTS

* Kyle’s background in the United States

* His early interest in Japanese culture, including language, film, and women

* How he prepared for Japan while living in New York City

* Arriving in Japan with no plan and only $300

* How networking with foreigner organizations helped him build friendships

* Starting his business with help from Japanese friends

* How a positive attitude helped him adapt to Japanese culture

* Why starting a business in Japan as a foreigner is different today than when he began

* Becoming a well-known figure in Japan

* Overcoming his own ingrained views on race while building his business

* How the Black presence in Japan has changed over the years

* Raising children in Japan

* His future plans for the business

As a former cult member, I want to talk to you about this travel documentary, why so many of the members were susceptible, and how you can avoid cults.

My background: I was born into the Jehovah’s Witness cult, and I see several similarities between that group and the Natureboy cult.

What is a cult?

A cult is a group or social movement defined by unusual or extreme beliefs and practices. It typically centers around a charismatic leader who demands unquestioning loyalty and uses manipulative control tactics to isolate, exploit, and control the daily lives of its members.

Authoritarian leadership: A single leader, or a small inner circle, holds absolute and unquestioned power. The leader is often seen as divine, uniquely enlightened, or as having exclusive access to the “truth.”

Thought reform and control: The group uses psychological manipulation to influence members, reduce personal autonomy, and force conformity.

Isolation: Members are cut off from outside influences, including family, friends, and broader society, to increase dependency on the group.

Exploitation: The group takes advantage of members financially, physically, or emotionally to serve the leadership’s goals or enrich the organization.

Fear of leaving: There are strict rules and serious psychological or social consequences for questioning authority, dissenting, or trying to leave.

Why was Natureboy successful?

He created the image of a utopia in the jungle.

He appealed to Black people by promoting the idea of getting back into the sun and closer to nature.

He used pairing, romance, and love bombing to draw people in and deepen attachment.

Similarities to Jehovah’s Witnesses

Love bombing and social pressure.

Heavy reliance on association, belonging, and extended family connections.

The use of code words, special language, and identity-shaping phrases such as “the only thing stopping you is you.”

Other environments with cult-like traits

The military.

Corporations or corporate America.

The art world.

Certain forms of yoga.

Jiu-jitsu communities in some cases.

How to build healthy community and resources

Build a real support system outside controlling groups.

“Build Support System”YouTube link

Dr. T. Hasan Johnson, No One Is Coming: The Brotherhood Black Men Need to Survive DepressionYouTube link

Immortal Mindz - The Conscious NomadYouTube channel

The Hispanic Nomad on X

Hispanic Nomad Website

PODCAST DISCUSSION POINTS:

* Alejandro’s origin story: How he started as a digital nomad

* Why finding your purpose or value as a digital nomad is crucial

* Losing control on the road — and how to regain focus

* How digital nomads can find true balance while traveling

* How to properly settle (even temporarily) in a foreign country

* Are nomads just traveling to escape their problems?

* Making real friends as a digital nomad

* How constant movement affects you mentally and spiritually

* The biggest difficulties of the digital nomad lifestyle

* Dealing with depression while living as a digital nomad

* Best cities and locations for digital nomads in 2025 (and places to avoid)

* How the travel world has permanently changed after COVID-19

* Current travel trends and personal observations in 2025

* How AI is disrupting (and transforming) the digital nomad landscape

* The most overrated travel destinations right now

* Marriage as a digital nomad: 9 years and still going strong

* The importance of language learning for long-term travelers

* Alejandro’s educational program for aspiring and struggling digital nomads

Contact Stephen Storey on X

stephenstorey.com

Podcast discussion highlights:

* Starting out in the Deep South and eventually living abroad for close to a decade

* How his parents’ involvement in travel exchange programs encouraged him to see the world

* Traveling to Europe as a teenager

* Discussing his life philosophy, not seeking validation from others and living courageously

* How he is helping his students think differently and enabling them to change their lives

* The benefits of taking calculated risks

* How Tim Ferriss’s book The 4-Hour Workweek changed his life

* A decade of developing himself and brand while working in the insurance industry

* The benefits of paying for professional coaching

* Why he settled down in Bahia, Brazil and how he developed there over 6 years

* How he developed a network of friends during his first few months

* Navigating the down periods of living abroad

* Benefits of living abroad, including self-reflection

* Why he references Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs to help with self-actualization

* How his educational program in insurance adjusting is enabling people to change their lives

Scotian82 Contact

Podcast discussion points:

* Travel experience that prepared him for Colombia

* How he started his journey in the Spanish language, while in Canada, which actually provided him with passage in Colombia.

* Benefits of language exchange programs

* Why he prefers Colombia over other Latin American countries

* Why you need Spanish if you’re going to invest in Colombia

* Arriving in 2012, and political and tourism atmosphere

* How tourism has improved over the years

* Is Colombia safe for first-time travelers?

* Advice for Colombia newbies

* Why Colombia is a low-trust society

* How have the influx of Venezuelans impacted Medellín?

* Why a lack of a middle class affects relationships with Colombians

* Dating Colombian women, and how class plays a role in relationships

* Why there is a high amount of competition among Colombian women

* How Medellín changed after COVID-19

* How the Passport Bros movement impacted tourism in Medellín

* Why you shouldn’t date women in Medellín or Cartagena (Cities where you should date Colombian women)

* Tips for meeting and dating Colombian women

* Safety in Colombia

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Everton Jameson IG

Podcast discussion points:

* Everton’s Performance Résumé and Dance Companies: Sekou McMiller, Santo Rico, Dance On 2, La Fuerza, FnF, Kingsmen, and Empire Mambo (Adolfo Indacochea)

* His introduction to Mambo and Latin dance

* Advice for Mambo newbies: education, learning, and what to look for in a school and instructors

* How to break out of “Salsa Hell”

* Changes in NYC’s Mambo scene over the last 15 years

* #MeToo and sexual assault in the Mambo community

* Experiencing resentment and having to prove himself as a Black American

* Understanding the Mambo/Latin subculture: hobby, sport, exercise, social activity

* Understanding what your goals are when you come into the Mambo scene

* Dancing in different countries and cities

* What happened to bachata over the years, the rise of sensual bachata, and the fusion of zouk

* Teachers who made an impact on him as a dancer

* Making friends overseas

* Budgeting for dance education

NoirBNB

Stefan Grant on X

Podcast discussion points:

* How Noirbnb creates a global community for Black culture and travel.

* The inception of Noirbnb and experiences of discrimination on Airbnb.

* How Stefan transformed a negative situation into a viral travel story.

* Benefits of using Noirbnb for Black travelers.

* How COVID-19 impacted travel.

* Predictions for the future of Airbnb.

* Reflections on the hashtag #AirbnbWhileBlack.

* Discussions about Black American travel movements.

* How the digital nomad and remote work lifestyle have become normalized.

@skemerichards

https://nostalgiaking.com

Podcast Discussion Points:

* The origins of hip-hop from a Philadelphia perspective.

* How Philadelphia is an underappreciated contributor to hip-hop culture.

* Earliest experiences traveling as a DJ in the early 2000s.

* How movies and TV helped him understand international cultures.

* International interpretations of hip-hop.

* How Black American military personnel were among the first to spread music culture abroad.

* How the Japanese preserve Black American music culture—arguably better than Black Americans.

* How to adapt to different cultures while traveling.

* Preparation for performing in different cities.

* The best countries and cities for hip-hop and Black culture abroad.

* How he uses hip-hop to connect and make friends around the world.

* How hip-hop has evolved over the years and where he sees it going globally.

Podcast discussion points:

* Reddit Sub Discussion on Black American Travelers Not Keeping It Real About Racism in East Asia and Southeast Asia

* My observations after living in Asia for 4.5 years (China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Vietnam, and Cambodia). Racism out there is real, but different dependent on the country.

* Do Black Americans get a pass in Asia? Are there class issues?

* Are Black American content creators avoiding topics about racism to gain more views?

* Was there a difference in Black American travel content pre-COVID-

* How are Africans treated in East Asia compared to Black Americans.

* Despite the racism, why do African men do well for themselves in Asia?

* My experience with harsh racism in Southeast Asia.

Podcastcast discussion points:

* Black travelers aren't taught that tipping or paying people off is part of travel culture, especially for Americans."

* You will take losses when you’re on the road.

* Despite research, you will get scammed.

* Get use to paying people off while traveling.

* If you live abroad, and you have a business, you will have to take some financial hits. Get over it!

* Be prepared to grease palms while you’re on the road!

Nuclear Caudillo Substack

Nuclear Caudillo Youtube

Nuclear Caudillo on X

Podcast discussion points:

* Learning how to dance (Salsa, Bachata)

* Breaking Out of Salsa Hell (Learning Curve)

* Why Do Women Learn Latin Dance Faster?

* How Do Women Approach Latin Dance Circles?

* Why Are Dance Scenes Full of Toxic Energy?

* What Are Realistic Expectations for Men entering a Latin Dance community?

* How to Approach and Make Friends in a Salsa Community

* What Types of Women Will You Find in a Latin Dance Scene?

* How to Deal with the Haters!

BOWTIED PASSPORT (X)

BOWTIED PASSPORT NEWSLETTER (Controversial Newsletter for Expats & Nomads)

Article: How to Break Into a City’s Social Scene

Article: Building a Social Circle Abroad

Podcast Discussion Points:

* Finding local events

* Key people to connect with in a new city

* How to build relationships

* Strategies to make yourself valuable at social gatherings

* Social strategies for introverts

* Crafting your persona and presence in a new city

* Choosing the right women (being selective)

* Using social media to meet high-quality women

* Avoiding burnout

Corey L. Mbonge introduction.

African American and Caribbean roots.

Upbringing in North St. Louis and resisting negative neighborhood influences.

How studying abroad in Rio de Janeiro pushed him to pursue more international study.

Reflections on Rio and how it shaped him as a traveler.

Thoughts on Indigenous Black Americans versus African American ancestry.

Why Pan-Africanism matters to him.

Why he changed his name to Mbonge.

Early exposure to South African philosophy, including the influence of Frantz Fanon and Steve Biko.

Studies at the University of Cape Town, including his M.Phil. and later entry into the LLB law program.

Experiences with racism as a Black immigrant in South Africa.

Cultural adjustments while living in South Africa.

Thoughts on safety in South Africa.

Becoming the first African American to complete the University of Cape Town’s LLB program, as reflected in his public graduation announcement and university graduation listing.

His current PhD work in international human rights law and reparative justice.

Why South Africa can be a beautiful place for Black people.

Ground-level views on xenophobia in South Africa, including which immigrant groups are excluded and how class shapes the issue.

Why he chose to study law in South Africa instead of the United States.

Places to visit or consider in Cape Town.

His pursuit of reparations through current academic work.

How his journey in South Africa changed his life.

Interest in creating scholarships.

Contact Info

Mervin Persons

EL ONE

Points of discussion:

El One and Mervin Persons discuss their travel experiences, interest in dating foreign women, and reasons for doing so

Treatment by foreign women

Initial difficulties of marrying a foreign woman

How Charles Tyler has influenced the movement

Origins of the term “Passport Bro”

How social media has shaped Black men’s travel

How the Passport Bro movement has been co-opted

Misconceptions about Passport Bros

The seven types of Passport Bros

Benefits of marriage and starting a family

Traits to look for in a foreign wife

Vic Starks IG

Podcast Discussion Points:

* Introduction to the Japanese adult entertainment industry

* Aspects of the Japanese adult entertainment subculture

* Dating Japanese women

* Japanese culture from a Black American perspective

* Day-to-day life for adult sex workers

* Maintaining relationships as a porn star

* The importance of mentorship while living abroad

* Japanese perspectives on foreigners

* Realities of filming adult scenes

* Handling celebrity status in Asia

* Maintaining spirituality and managing depression as a traveler

* Do Black men compete over women in Japan?

* Reflections on different eras of Japanese adult films

* The benefits of being a Black man in Japan

* Observations of the American adult film industry

* Current life in the Philippines

* Advice for future travelers and aspiring adult entertainment stars

* Upcoming podcasts

Instagram

Podcast Discussion Points:

* How YouTuber GS350JPN transformed his life

* How a chance meeting with a Black traveler encouraged him to apply for an internship in Indonesia

* The impact of travel content on YouTube over the past decade

* Using travel to achieve academic goals

* Internship in Hawaii: Balancing work and quality of life

* Reflections on Black travelers and their trends

* How Colombia has changed over the years, particularly differences before and after COVID

* Why are Black American women struggling in foreign destinations while pursuing relationships with Black men?

* Favorite travel destinations in Asia

* Advice for younger Black men who want to travel

* Avoiding the hype of travel influencers

* The importance of working in different states within the U.S. and how it shaped his maturity as a traveler

* How to find the next travel hot spot (before it gets crowded)

* How traveling contributed to the development of his career as a creator and designer

Blerd Explorer IG

Blerd Explorer website

Podcast discussion points:

* Inspirations for traveling

* The Importance of Finding Community and Friends Abroad

* Challenges of Korean English Teaching Culture

* Lack of Mentorship for New English Teachers

* Advice for New English Teachers

* Aspects of Making Friends with Koreans — and Avoiding the "Token Friend" Scam

* The Difficulty of Losing Friends While Abroad

* Advantages and Disadvantages of Living in South Korea

* Is There a Preference for White Teachers in Asia? (Keeping It Real)

* How Has the ESL Teaching Market Changed Post-COVID?

* The Reality of Being Homesick While Abroad

* Benefits of Living in the United States

* Challenges of Dating as a Gay Black Man in Asia

* Travelers Running Away from Problems

* Advice for Future English Teachers, Regardless of Race

* How to Find the Right English Teaching School in Korea and What to Look For

* Staying Spiritually Grounded

* Is Korea’s Golden Age for Teaching Over?

* The Importance of Building Friendships Abroad

* Black Travel Guides for Korea, Cambodia, and Thailand

* Are Black Men Fetishized in Asia?

GS350JPN contact

Podcast discussion points:

* Arrival in Japan in the mid-1990s

* Marriage to a Japanese wife

* His experience as a YouTube travel pioneer

* Rules for success in Japan

* How he settled in Japan and became a successful English teacher

* How profitable the English teaching market was in the 1990s and how things have changed

* His daily interactions and experiences meeting Japanese women

* How he became a YouTube travel pioneer

* Why rapper Too Short understands Japanese women

* Influencing a generation of travelers

* The importance of having a positive aura and spirit

* Advice for making friends and networking in Japan

* How Buddhism plays a role in shaping the Japanese mentality

* Rules for Black men who want to succeed in Japan

BLACK FOLKS CAMP TOO (Website)

Podcast discussion points:

* Origins of the company and how it got started

* Why Black Americans have fear and trauma of the outdoors

* How “Black Folks Camp Too” is educating the outdoor and camping industry

* Speaking honestly about camping and racial issues

* Why camping is viewed as a “White folks” activity

* Health and spiritual benefits of camping and outdoor activities

* Misconceptions about camping—expenses, danger, types of campgrounds

* Identifying safe spaces for Black folks who want to avoid racism

* Basic rules and behavior for Black campers

* What happens to Black folks (spiritually, mentally) during their first camping trip

* Steps for joining the camping community

* Why Black parents should get their children involved in camping and outdoor activities

Tim Swain Contact

Podcast discussion points:

* How Tim relocated to Ghana and became an expat

* Examining the effects of colonialism in Africa

* A look at Ghanian and African history before Christianity arrived

* Helping Black/African Americans to understand Ghanaian culture

* Discussion of his viral video White Jesus, Black Devils

* Mistakes Black/African Americans make when visiting Ghana and Africa

* Repatriation to Ghana

* Understanding why scams happen in Ghana and other parts of Africa

* Tim’s journey: Walking across the country of Ghana

* The type of individual who should move or relocate to Ghana

Erin Purdue’s contact information:

Corporate Lie To Service Guy: How I Built A Six-Figure Service Based Business

The Service Blueprint

Erin’s Youtube page

Notable Points from the Podcast:

* Expectations from his college degree

* Reality of corporate culture, fitting in, and subjective growth

* Lack of assistance from other Black men with experience in corporate America

* Advice and strategies for surviving in corporate America

* Why Black communities place emphasis on corporate careers

* Strategies for starting your own service-based business

* Alternative routes for education

* How he will help you start your own service-based business

* The benefits of creating a strategy and plan for leaving corporate America

— His upbringing in South Africa, experiencing extreme poverty and apartheid.

— How his parents played an important role in his life, providing him with strength and determination.

— Changing jobs provided him an opportunity to network and meet new people.

— How a chance encounter while working at a nature reserve in South Africa would change his life.

— His initial confusion with mountain climbing culture.

— Summiting Mt. Kilimanjaro.

— His first experience traveling to Tanzania and meeting other Africans.

— Why having the will and desire to travel and explore is important.

— His initial fears of leaving South Africa and his family behind to climb Everest, and the people who tried to discourage him due to the fact that two South African expeditions had failed before.

— Arriving in the Himalayas and acclimatizing to the altitudes and weather.

— His reception in the Himalayas as a Black person.

— Two months working with his team to climb Everest.

— Difficulties of climbing and summiting Everest (and how it almost didn’t happen).

— His reception in South Africa after summiting Everest.

— Meeting Nelson Mandela.

— Using his work to support different charities.

— His words for the next traveler and encouraging them to climb their “Everest.”

* The state of dysfunction and monotonous life that he had to leave behind.

* The changes he had to make to live abroad.

* Why success as an internationally known dancer didn’t fulfill him.

* How he got introduced to Muay Thai in the UK.

* The cultural adjustments he had to make while living in Thailand.

* Traveling with personal pain and how he overcame it.

* The realities of living abroad and the difficulties people don’t see beyond social media.

* How he developed and maintained his spirituality abroad.

* The importance of friendships while traveling.

* The reality of being a Black man in Southeast Asia and dating.

* Why some foreigners have problems training in Thailand.

* The next chapter: Fighting in Bangkok.

Just Torrell contact

Podcast Discussion Points with Teacher Darrion Willis

Darrion's introduction, educational accomplishments and years spent teaching, including his time teaching abroad.

Growing up in DC, specifically the infamous "Washington Highland Dwellings" projects, known as one of the city's most notorious sections, and what it was like during that time.

Discussion of his Medium article STRIVE FOR GREATNESS, where he mentioned negative male archetypes in his community and how positive influences steered him towards education.

How Darrion's mother and family were instrumental in steering him to the books.

How motivational speaker Eric Thomas influenced him in high school and college.

The importance of mentors at an early age and what Black men can do to find mentors.

How a random conversation encouraged Darrion to teach abroad, his acceptance into Overseas Education Group (OEG), and leaving for Thailand.

Adapting to life abroad and how faith in God helped his journey.

The benefits of English teaching for new travelers.

Adapting to life as an English teacher.

Reflecting on five years abroad, dealing with homesickness, and trips back home.

Maintaining spirituality while abroad.

Making friends and associates while traveling.

Brief reflection on dating Thai and Vietnamese women.

Importance of having a goal, a purpose and understanding your "why."

His advice on teaching in South East Asia and why he prefers Vietnam for teaching but Thailand for quality of life.

Plans for travel in the future.

Words of wisdom for those who want to follow in his footsteps.

How people can contact him on social media.

* His introduction to the Passport Bros movement

* Charles Tyler’s (RIP) influence on the movement

* Why Black Americans aren’t considered sophisticated travelers

* Who coined the phrase “Passport Bro,” and what does it mean?

* Why the movement gained momentum after Kevin Samuels’ death

* Are Black men truly free?

* Are you a Passport Bro or a Passport Schmo?

* Are Passport Bros exclusively Black men?

* Should Black men still visit Colombia?

* Benefits of making friends abroad

* How Black men detox once they leave the United States

* How to vet a foreign woman

* The future of the Passport Bros movement

Inspirations to leave France and move to London.

His development in the kitchen and as a chef during the late '90s in London.

How London’s restaurant scene helped develop his skills.

Exposure to foreign cultures while working in a cosmopolitan city.

An understanding of the lifestyle of a chef.

Appreciation for Russian work culture and interesting observations about their current culture.

Exposure to the wealth of Macau.

Working through cultural obstacles in Hong Kong.

How class plays a role in relationships in Hong Kong.

How political changes in Hong Kong altered the spirit of the city and revealed the underbelly of political protest.

His return to France and current journey as an entrepreneur.

Advice for future travelers.

PRIVATE EYE RUSS talks about his journey as an investigator, traveling the world in the military, women abroad, why background checks on women are essential before marriage, and what your lady is doing on her “Girls Trip.”

Topics Covered:

* Inception to life as a private investigator.

* How the military enabled him to travel.

* Why Black men can benefit from traveling.

* Dating abroad and how foreign women differ from women in the United States.

* How to make friends when traveling (platonic and amorous).

* Why hiring a private investigator to screen women is important before marriage (and the alarming number of women who have been involved in sex work)

* What women really do when they go on “Girls Trips.”

Links referenced:

Graeme Lamperson’s X post:

https://x.com/graemelamperson/status/1900253417475559870

Reddit Post:

https://www.reddit.com/r/BlackPassportBros/comments/1jcnmvb/how_do_you_guys_deal_with_being_unattractive/

Is Every White Guy in Asia a Loser Back Home 本国卢瑟 ?

https://homeboyandthepyramids.substack.com/p/is-every-white-guy-in-asia-a-loser

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Vice Magazine story:

My video from two years ago predicting that the passport Bros would be co-opted by Caucasians:

Medium Man covers Vice piece:

Passport OG:

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During this podcast, we discussed the following:

- His background teaching English in Mexico and Asia

- The high number of tourist deaths in Thailand over the last decade and the reasons behind it

- The concept of "saving face" in Asia

- Thailand vs. Vietnam

- Why Colombians are so violent, stemming from the country’s history

- Why he stresses that Colombia is NOT for beginner or rookie travelers

- Have Black men been deceived by Passport Bro Black travel YouTubers?

- How Colombia has changed post-COVID

- Why Colombians can be hostile toward Americans

- How his friend, an experienced traveler, was killed

- Why Medellín women are often perceived as ruthless

- How Black American men have found success dating Afro-Latinas

Podcast #12 - Interview with Latin America Influencer BowTiedPassport: Why He Recommends Mexico as a Second Passport for Black Americans

During our discussion, we spoke about residency, finances, learning Spanish, dating Latinas, culture in Mexico City, the impact of Trump’s immigration policies, and more…

The Bearded Backpacker Discusses Why Black Men Should Embrace Solo Travel, His Journey in The Middle East and Advice for Future Travelers

Contact The Bearded Backpacker

Instagram

Website

Youtube

A number of brothers want to travel, and aren’t sure how to get started. Some have heard about teaching English, and are considering becoming digital nomads instead. What is the best route? I’ve done both, listen to this episode to hear my recommendations.

Links and articles mentioned in this podcast:

HOMEBOY AND THE PYRAMIDS - Black Men Travel Guide

Dave ESL CAFE

https://www.eslcafe.com

Shaun on Site (Experienced ESL teacher and Digital Nomad)

https://x.com/shaunonsite

Five Reasons Why You Should Teach English Instead of Becoming a Digital Nomad

https://medium.com/p/5eb107ad2cc7

Is There Still a Demand for English Teachers in Asia? Navigating the Post-Pandemic Landscape

https://www.teachaway.com/blog/demand-for-english-esl-teachers-in-asia

Top Countries In 2024 To Teach English & Save Money

https://www.dcteachertraining.com/post/best-places-teach-english-save-money

China bans online teaching:

https://www.france24.com/en/live-news/20210925-china-s-tutoring-ban-hits-overseas-teachers-and-cultural-links

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In this episode of HOMEBOY AND THE PYRAMIDS, we look back at the golden age of Black men’s travel—before Covid, before the algorithms, and before the Passport Bros label changed the conversation.

I break down the signs that era is over: tighter visas, overexposed destinations, and a new wave of creators who were never really taught how to travel—but still teach millions of people where to go and how to act.

We talk about old-school travel secrets, the English-teaching expats who kept things low-key, and early YouTube travelers like No Joke Howard and GS350JPN, who showed life abroad without turning every spot into a circus.

You’ll hear why some of the best locations really were better in the past, why travel has become a strange online subculture, and how the Passport Bros discourse has complicated things for Black men who just want to see the world.

Most importantly, we get into what to do next: how to choose your next spots, why you shouldn’t broadcast everything, and how the film “The Beach” warned us about what happens when “secret” places go viral.

If you’re a Black man thinking about living abroad, teaching, or just traveling smarter, this episode is a blueprint for the post–Golden Age era.

The Brooklyn street fighter discusses his journey into Muay Thai and traveling to Thailand to hone his craft as early as 2007. He has visited Thailand over 30 times, speaks Thai, and understands vital aspects of the culture.

He also covered the following topics pertaining to Muay Thai and Thai culture:

- Is Dutch Kickboxing effective? Is it better than Muay Thai?

- How to choose a Muay Thai gym when visiting Thailand—and how to avoid offending Thai people when you enter the gym (cultural norms).

- Various styles of Muay Thai (and which one should you choose).

- He describes Thailand and its Muay Thai culture before 2010 and social media.

- He speaks frankly about dating Thai women (Can you ever be successful with Thai women? Scams that Thai women run on Western men).

- Is Thailand the Land of Smiles? What’s behind the smiles?

- Why do foreigners die in Thailand? The underworld of Thailand culture.

- Expat depression and mental health issues.

- How Thailand has changed after COVID.

- Interactions with the Thai police.

- Can you trust YouTubers' travel advice?

- What skills should foreigners have in Muay Thai when they arrive?

- How to choose the proper Muay Thai gym.

- Will we see him in action anytime soon?

SHAUN ON SITE

Discusses using travel to enhance his life after college.

Shaun has lived abroad 8.5 years and provides details on

what life is like in Korea for Black men.

Shaun shares his journey from ESL / English Teacher to digital nomad in Asia.

- Tips on teaching English in Korea

He also discusses the realities of settling down in a foreign country, how life in the travel game has changed post COVID.

The realities of being a digital nomad and who is really qualified for the laptop lifestyle.

Shaun also speaks honestly about day to day life in Korea for Black men and dating.

SHAUN ON SITE — Black in Korea

https://x.com/shaunonsite

https://shaunwebb.gumroad.com/l/grnxn

Brad Starks - Chicago-born photographer turned television producer, discusses how he used to travel to start his career.

During this build, he discusses venturing to Europe, Japan and how his work in photography enabled him to become a

Film/TV producer in Hawaii.

Www.808mokumoku.com

https://x.com/Kane007

Brad Starks is 2nd AD, BTS producer, content creator, published international photographer, freelance TV/film producer, and co-founder of Maui-based Laulima Studios / Laulima Public Broadcasting

https://www.instagram.com/bradstarks001/?hl=en

https://www.facebook.com/bradstarkscomedy/

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William Cavali Contact:

X - @FlyNiggaMuseum

IG - @blvck_vdvm

Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@skmgcavali

Podcast Discussion Points:

* First time traveling outside the United States—headed to Thailand.

* Why a Black man from Bed‑Stuy decided to travel to Thailand to fight.

* Growing up in the projects in Bed-Stuy.

* How the Five Percent Nation and kung fu helped give William a foundation in life.

* William’s background in full-contact martial arts tournaments in New York City.

* William’s Muay Thai background in NYC, and the key differences between training in the States and in Thailand.

* William’s initial interest in fighting in Thailand.

* How having connections in Thailand helped William find the right gym.

* How William is preparing for his fight on March 12, 2026.

* William’s advice for fighters coming out to Thailand.

* William making friends with Thais and other foreigners.

* Dating Thai women.

* How this trip has helped William mature as a traveler.

* Why William is not interested in living in Thailand.

Medium article: 11 Black Travelers That Your Momma Should Have Told You About (PimpGod Remix)

* Short stories of 11 Black travelers, explorers, and hustlers from history who moved across continents long before social media

* Why Black travel history gets erased, and how knowing these names changes how you see modern modern Black travel.

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Travelers discussed:

Barbara Hillary (Explorer)

Yasuke (Samurai/Warrior)

Ronald McNair (Astronaut/Physicist)

Richard Evans (Bullfighter)

Musa Kaleem (Researcher/Historian)

Phillda Ragland (Photographer)

Novell Bell (Martial Artist)

Robert Harris (Explorer)

Eugene Bullard (Pilot/Boxer)

Anthony Browder (Author/Historian/Researcher)

Frank Matthews (Drug Dealer)

Podcast Discussion Points:

- Why Mental Health is an issue for Digital Nomads

- Adjusting to Foreign Cultures as a Digital Nomad

- Signs of Depression

- Unresolved Trauma from COVID-19

- The False Realities of Travel Content Creators

- Plan for Emotional Well-Being while Nomading

- Mental Health and Consideration for Slomading

Links to travel therapists:

Kindall Tyson - Aspire Counseling & Wellness

Emily Bowland - Truman Group

Matt Walsh – On The Road Therapy

Mental Health and Emotional Wellness for Digital Nomads

Podcast topics:

* State department suspends immigrant visas and impact

* What the “visa run era” was and how Black Americans used it to stay long‑term in foreign countries.

* Why Black men living abroad need to think beyond 30/60/90‑day stamps and start planning for residency, long‑term visas, or second citizenships.

* Why the “Visa Run Era” is coming to an end

* Why living abroad on a tourist visa won’t work anymore

* Which countries should you consider for a 2nd passport or residency

Podcast discussion points:

In this episode of HOMEBOY AND THE PYRAMIDS – Black Men Travel Guide, we break down why the Passport Bro movement and ideology failed Black American men. We talk about how algorithms, extreme dating content, and clout chasing distorted Black men’s image overseas.

Origins of passport bros and their true intentions (dating, marriage)

The original promise vs the ugly reality of the Passport Bro movement for Black men’s image worldwide.

Early Black travelers were English teachers

Two groups that infiltrated the passport bros movement

- Sex tourist, mongers

- Content creators

Did the Passport Bros get infiltrated by the government?

Weak foundations of the ideology

Which way should so-called Black men take for travel moving forward?