On She Goes
On She Goes; a travel & lifestyle podcast made for women of color, by women of color. The goal of On She Goes is to uplift the voices of ALL women of color, and to encourage women of color to travel more confidently, more adventurously and more often. The On She Goes crew discusses a range of topics from, Traveling while Black, Representation in Mainstream Media, The Great Outdoors, Getting Paid to Travel, Politics, Transracial Adoption, Road Trips, Ancestry, Current Events and more.
Mon, July 13, 2020
OSG Season 5, Ep. 11 - "How NOT to Travel Like a Basic Bitch in the Time of COVID."
Serita talks post-COVID travel predictions, educational travel, giving back, supporting the locals while traveling, storytelling & more with Dr. Kiona of How Not to Travel Like a Basic Bitch. This episode was previously recorded in May 2020, but please go follow Dr. Kiona at Instagram.com/hownottotravellikeabasicbitch for all of her updates on what domestic travel has been like for her since COVID.
Mon, June 29, 2020
OSG Season 5, Ep. 10 - "Hashtag Van Life"
On She Goes crew member, Vivian Zhang, chats with Maggie Lam of Bite Size Travels, all about her life living in and traveling the country in a sprinter van. The two discuss everything from cooking, showering, comfort & COVID while living in a converted sprinter van. Follow Maggie: https://www.instagram.com/bitesizetravels https://bitesizetravels.com/
Wed, June 10, 2020
OSG Season 5, Ep. 9 "Black & Proud"
On She Goes stands in solidarity with ALL of the Black Community, in dismantling systemic racism, oppression and police brutality. Rest in Peace to George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery, Tony McDade, and the countless others who have fallen victim to police violence. In this episode of On She Goes, one half of the team, Rebecca Russell & Serita Wesley; both proud Black women, have a cathartic conversation around the Black Lives Matter movement, police brutality, racism, white guilt, cultural appropriation & more. Thank you for listening.
Mon, May 18, 2020
OSG Season 5, Ep. 8 "Therapy Time with Sahaj Kaur Kohli"
It's May, which means it is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month & Mental Health Month! On She Goes' own Vivian Zhang is chatting with Sahaj Kaur Kohli of Brown Girl Therapy! Lawd knows we need it! Enjoy. Follow Sahaj at https://www.instagram.com/sahajkohli Follow Brown Girl Therapy at https://www.instagram.com/browngirltherapy
Mon, April 27, 2020
OSG Season 5, Ep. 7 "Go DJ"
Still in these quarantine times, Serita chats with DJ C. DeVone and SONI withanEYE, about being a female DJ, being a DJ during hard times like these and traveling the world to move the crowd. Follow DJ C. Devone at https://www.instagram.com/djcdevone Follow SONI withanEYE at https://www.instagram.com/soniwithaneye
Mon, April 13, 2020
OSG Season 5, Ep. 6 "Founder's Day"
In this episode of On She Goes, Serita chats with two black CEO's & founders. Elisha Greenwell, founder & CEO of the Black Joy Parade that takes place every year in Oakland, CA; talks to us about the conception of the parade, where it is now, and why it is so important. Saraa Green, co-founder & CEO of the Braid Releaser talks to us about her journey in creating a much needed beauty product for black women and her experience traveling the world in name of fashion & design. Follow the Black Joy Parade: https://www.instagram.com/blackjoyparade Follow the Braid Releaser: https://www.instagram.com/thebraidreleaser
Mon, March 30, 2020
OSG Season 5, Ep. 5 "Don't Panic"
DISCLAIMER: This episode might have some topics that can be triggering at this time. We named this episode "Don't Panic" to give perspective on the good things, and the bad things in life, and to encourage everyone that there can be a light on the other side of trauma and pain. In this episode, Serita & Rebecca chat with their good friend Sarah Menacho, who happens to have been through more tumultuous times in her travels, but hasn't let those times stop her from moving forward and seeing the world. This is Sarah's story and we just wanted to tell it because in some way it amazes us and gave us a little bit of hope in this time.
Mon, March 16, 2020
OSG Season 5, Ep. 4 "Politics as Usual"
Here for your quarantine needs, we have guest, A'Shanti Gholar, the President of Emerge America & host of the Brown Girl's Guide to Politics, giving us the ins and outs of our current political climate. A'Shanti answers all of ours & your questions on the Democratic Primary, the election, what issues most effect women and people of color, and more. Learn more about Emerge America: emergeamerica.org/ Follow Brown Girl's Guide to Politics: www.thebgguide.com/ Follow A'Shanti Gholar: twitter.com/AshantiGholar
Mon, February 24, 2020
On She Goes at the Sundance Film Festival - Part 2
On She Goes is back with part 2 of our Sundance Film Festival episode highlighting the voices of women of color directors featured at Sundance. Check out our interviews with Ramona Diaz (director of A Thousand Cuts), Ekwa Msangi (director of Farewell Amor) and Fernanda Valez (director of Identifying Features).
Mon, February 10, 2020
On She Goes at the Sundance Film Festival - Part 1
Fresh off the Oscars, On She Goes has a new episode live from the Sundance Film Festival 2020. On She Goes is back at Sundance interviewing women of color directors who have films featured at the 2020 Sundance Film Festival. On part 1 we chat with Sarah Springer, Naima Ramos Chapman & Cristina Costantini.
Tue, January 21, 2020
OSG S. 5 Ep. 1 "Twenty Twenty Intwentions"
Rebecca & Serita are representing On She Goes in this short episode all about TWENTY TWENTY INTWENTIONS! The ladies chat about goals vs. resolutions, the stigma of 2020, the new decade, the state of the world today and social media. Also setting up for our 2-part Sundance Film Festival episode coming up in a few weeks.
Mon, December 23, 2019
OSG Bonus Episode "Eat, Drink & Take Care" feat. Dr. Thema
On She Goes the podcast is back with a bonus holiday episode about preserving your mental health and sanity during the holidays. The On She Goes crew chats with Dr. Thema about setting familial boundaries, dealing with loss, past trauma, spending the holidays alone and more. Follow Dr. Thema at: Instagram.com/dr.thema Twitter.com/drthema
Tue, November 12, 2019
"Cozy Girl Fall" OSG feat. Randa Shahin
On She Goes is back with "Cozy Girl Fall" a takeover by Farin Nikdel, feat. Serita, Rebecca and a special guest & competitive snowboarder Randa Shahin! The ladies chat winter travel, booking the perfect snowy vacation, how to get into competitive winter sports as a woman of color & herbs, tinctures & cannabis to beat the winter blues! Check out Randa Shahin at www.instagram.com/snowflakechaser Check out Homegrown Apothecary at www.instagram.com/homegrownapothecarypdx
Wed, October 23, 2019
"It's a Funny One" OSG & Chanel Ali
The On She Goes team chats with comedian Chanel Ali, all about touring, comedy festivals, Philly, strip clubs, dating & more. Follow: Chanel Ali www.instagram.com/chanel_ali
Fri, October 11, 2019
On She Goes at ADCOLOR 2019 "Take a Stand" Part 2
On She Goes is the official podcast of the 13th Annual ADCOLOR Conference. The crew talks to Khara Wagner of Anomaly & Rebecca Sun of the Hollywood Reporter on Asian culture representation in Hollywood. Daisy Auger-Dominguez & Jason Rosario give us their take on supporting the Latinx diaspora. Justin Tranter talks advocacy, gender pronouns & representation for the LGBTQIA community in the music biz.
Mon, September 23, 2019
On She Goes at ADCOLOR 2019 "Take a Stand" Part 1
On She Goes is the official podcast of the 13th Annual ADCOLOR Conference. The crew talks to Ebro Darden of Hot97 & Apple Music, Chantal Rochelle of Buzzfeed's Cocoa Butter, Shea Jackson McCann of Google, Carla Hassan of Citi, Diego Scotti from Verizon & on-air personality/journalist Tai Beauchamp; all about Taking A Stand!
Tue, September 03, 2019
ON SHE GOES to CAMP: An On She Goes x The Wing Collaboration
The On She Goes crew goes to the Wing's 2019 Camp No Man's Land in the Adirondacks. Serita, Becca & Farin recount their camp experience, and we get to hear the live podcast recorded at Camp No Man's Land, with special guest Roxanne Fequiere. Follow THE WING at https://www.instagram.com/the.wing/
Mon, August 12, 2019
OSG FRANKEN-EPISODE #1 with Aminatou Sow, Nadia Aboulhosn & Kathreen Khavari
In case you missed it, OSG is doing a dip into the past with what we like to call Franken-Episodes! This episode features Aminatou Sow (host of OSG the podcast season #1), Nadia Aboulhosn (fashion blogger, model & clothing designer) & Kathreen Khavari (actress & activist). Nadia shares her story of traveling back to Lebanon, and Kathreen Khavari shares her relationship to her homeland, Iran.
Tue, August 06, 2019
On She Goes S. 4 Ep. 6 - IMMIGRATION "One More Time for the People in The Back!"
THIS IS THE REMIX! We are pulling back out our episode from Season 3 that we did on the topic of IMMIGRATION! We had the pleasure of getting schooled from Liza Davis, formerly the children's rights attorney with the Public Counsel. PLEASE follow the Public Counsel for more information. PLEASE follow the ACLU to see how you can help. PLEASE listen, share and educate yourself & others!
Mon, June 24, 2019
On She Goes S. 4 Ep.5 - Arrive, Adjust, Adapt
In honor of Pride month, On She Goes the podcast is being taken over by Raveena Bhalara & Allison Jacks, telling their stories of coming out to their overseas family, living & and speaking their truth! FOLLOW Raveena Bhalara at Instagram.com/bhalara FOLLOW Allison Jacks at Instagram.com/ababyjacks
Tue, May 28, 2019
On She Goes S. 4 Ep. 3 : A Transracial Adoption Story
On this very compelling and interesting episode of the podcast, the On She Goes crew chats with Rebekah Huston of Only Black Girl & Shannon Johnson (Hutchinson), on their experiences growing up at Transracial/Transnational Adoptees. We also hear a very personal travel story from contributor Casey Lawrence on her trip back to Vietnam to find her biological parents. For more information: Rebekah Hutson https://www.onlyblackgirl.com/about
Mon, May 13, 2019
On She Goes S. 4 Ep. 2: You In Danger Girl!
The On She Goes crew discusses the New York Time's article "Adventurous. Alone. Attacked.", Fear Mongering, Solo Travel and more. We also have a contributor story reading by Brennae Spence!
Tue, April 30, 2019
On She Goes S. 4 Ep. 1 : A Travel Story
The On She Goes team is back with Season 4! Episode 1 is all about our favorite travel memories and stories. Check out Serita, Farin, Becca, Vivian, Rebecca & our guest contributor Ndidi Obasi; tell their travel stories! Instagram.com/onshegoes Facebook.com/onshegoes Twitter.com/onshegoes
Wed, February 27, 2019
OSG Feat. Robin Maxkii, Ayesha Nadarajah & Tayarisha Poe "Better Late Than Never"
It's been a long time coming, but, we're here! On She Goes is back with the last episode of Season 3! Serita chats with activist & writer Robin Maxkii and directors Tayarisha Poe & Ayesha Nadarajah about their Sundance Film Festival premieres! FOLLOW Ayesha Nadajarah at www.instagram.com/ayesha_nadarajah FOLLOW Robin Maxkii at www.instagram.com/robinmaxkii FOLLOW Tayarisha Poe at www.instagram.com/tayarishasaurusrex
Mon, January 14, 2019
OSG feat. Alisha Ramos "NOT in these Streets!"
The On She Goes team chats with Alisha Ramos of "Girls Night In," all about satisfying your wanderlust but keeping your personal peace! Like most people, the On She Goes team loves to get out and see the world, but also REALLY enjoys staying home and relaxing. You want to see the Mona Lisa but you hate large crowds. You love the idea of taking a road trip through the South of France but can't stand the notion of forced car games. You really want to support your besties big bachelorette party in Vegas, but you also can't stand the idea of forcing yourself to be social with a crew of drunk girls. We will discuss, how to maintain your peace and self-care while traveling for non-extroverts. FOLLOW Girls Night In: instagram.com/girlsnightinclub FOLLOW Alisha Ramos: instagram.com/alisharamos
Mon, December 17, 2018
OSG feat. Nadeen White & Jessica van Dop DeJesus "Eat, Sip & Be Merry!"
The On She Goes team chats with two lovely ladies who travel the world experiencing every delectable delicacy they can get their hands on. The “dining traveler” Jessica van Dop DeJesus talks to us about attainable luxury travel, traveling for the love of food, and how her experience as a Marine activated her wanderlust. Nadeen White, award winning travel blogger by day & physician by night, gives us a glimpse into the “sophisticated life.” Nadeen will talk to us about the world of food & wine! Vineyards around the world, her black wine maker series and more. In addition, both ladies will be giving us their personal stories of the best dining experience they’ve ever had! We will also hear from Kemetic yogi, Sarah Wesley, on her Egyptian Yoga retreat! Follow JESSICA VAN DOP DEJESUS https://diningtraveler.com/ https://www.instagram.com/diningtraveler/ Follow NADEEN WHITE https://thesophisticatedlife.com/ https://www.instagram.com/thesophislife/
Wed, December 05, 2018
On She Goes Live at The Portland Podcast Festival
The Ladies of On She Goes were invited to do a quick taping at the Portland Podcast Festival! The topic of discussion? You guessed it! Portland. We talk being a woman of color in Portland, OR, and our love/hate relationship with Portland's weirdness. What's to hate? LOL
Mon, November 26, 2018
OSG feat. Georgina Miranda "Adventurista"
The On She Goes team chats with Georgina Miranda, the founder of Sheventures & Adventure Travel Expert! Georgina tells us about her journey to completing the Grand Slam, being a woman of color in a male dominated travel field & representing for all the Latinas out there! Follow Georgina at https://www.instagram.com/gg_miranda/ Follow Sheventures at https://www.instagram.com/she.ventures.co/
Mon, November 12, 2018
OSG LIVE at the HOXTON HOTEL "Showing Up & Standing Out" feat. Theresa Tran
On She Goes is LIVE at the opening of the Hoxton Hotel in Portland, OR chatting walking in your truth and travel as a woman of color with Theresa Tran. Pardon the technical difficulties. There is a slight buzz, but the conversation was lit! Follow Theresa Tran: https://www.instagram.com/theresa_tran Follow The Hoxton Hotel: https://www.instagram.com/thehoxtonhotel
Mon, October 29, 2018
OSG "Representation Matters" feat. Michaela Angela Davis, Jamilah Lemieux, Miss Info & Angela Yee
As a part of the Fast Company Innovation Festival, the On She Goes team chats with Michaela Angela Davis, Miss Info, Angela Yee and Jamilah Lemieux on race & gender in the creative class. Follow Michaela: https://www.instagram.com/michaelaangelad/ Follow Jamilah: https://www.instagram.com/jamilahlemieux/ Follow Miss Info: https://www.instagram.com/missinfo/ Follow Angela Yee: https://www.instagram.com/angelayee/
Mon, October 15, 2018
OSG feat. Ciara Johnson & Aminatou Sow "Quality vs. Quantity, A Travel Story"
The On She Goes team is joined by Ciara Johnson of "Hey Ciara" to discuss the concept of quality vs. quantity when it comes to travel, and how to make the most of your experience. We also chat with our nearest and dearest, Aminatou Sow of Call Your Girlfriend. Aminatou gives us the details of her CYGF tour "The Shine Theory", and chats her new mentality when it comes to travel. For Call Your Girlfriend Tour Dates go to https://www.callyourgirlfriend.com/tour/ Check out Ciara Johnson at http://www.heyciara.com/ Follow Ciara Johnson at www.instagram.com/heyciara/ Follow Aminatou Sow at www.instagram.com/aminatou/ Check us out on: Facebook.com/onshegoes Twitter.com/onshegoes Instagram.com/onshegoes
Mon, October 01, 2018
OSG Live at ADCOLOR "The Moment of Truth"
The On She Goes team is recording LIVE from the 12th Annual ADCOLOR Awards in Los Angeles, CA. We discuss representation, finding your voice, and moments of truth with Jeannie Mai of The Real, Tiffany Warren founder of ADCOLOR & Taryn Finley the Editor of Huffington Post Black Voices. Learn more about ADCOLOR at www.adcolor.org Follow ADCOLOR at https://www.instagram.com/adcolor/ Check us out on: Facebook.com/onshegoes Twitter.com/onshegoes Instagram.com/onshegoes Follow Jeannie Mai at https://www.instagram.com/thejeanniemai/ Follow Tiffany Warren at https://www.instagram.com/diverstar/ Follow Taryn Finley at https://www.instagram.com/_tarynitup/
Tue, September 25, 2018
OSG "Immigration: You Gon' Learn Today!"
As women of color, travel could mean so many different things. How we move through a world that is typically not welcoming to us, is considered travel. For many women of color, the children of immigrants, Dreamers and immigrant mothers; travel means deportation, detainment and more. If you are anything like On She Goes, we wanted to help, but we didn't really know where to start. Liza Davis, Staff Attorney with the Public Counsel is on this episode to school us on what is happening at our borders, the atrocities of our current administration and how people like us can help! Where to donate your $$$ or your time! https://www.aila.org https://www.immigrationjustice.us/volunteeropportunities/dilley-pro-bono-project https://www.lawyersforgoodgovernment.org http://www.publiccounsel.org
Tue, September 04, 2018
OSG feat. Gabourey Sidibe, Joblogues & Serita's Mom "Where's My Overtime!"
This is a funny one! On She Goes chats with our girl, Oscar nominated actress, director, author & decorated Cat Mom, Gabourey Sidibe, about her work travel as an entertainer. Joymarie Parker & Cortney Cleveland of @joblogues give us tips, tricks and info on how to make the most of your work travel and how not to get burnt out! Serita's Mother; Sabrina Price-Powell, joins us in a candid chat about business travel today vs. back then! ENJOY! Check us out on: Facebook.com/onshegoes Twitter.com/onshegoes Instagram.com/onshegoes Follow Gabby: Instagram.com/gabby3shabby Listen to Joblogues: https://soundcloud.com/joblogues
Mon, August 27, 2018
OSG feat. Jessamyn Stanley "Represent, Represent Kid!"
The On She Goes team is talking representation in every sense of the word. The ladies talk to Jessamyn Stanley about her idea of representation, her podcast and how much WE love HER! The ladies also chat the importance & impact of "Crazy Rich Asians" and our "restoring" trip to Panama and the Explore + Restore Yoga & Surf Retreat at the Sansara Resort! Check us out on: Facebook.com/onshegoes Twitter.com/onshegoes Instagram.com/onshegoes Follow Jessamyn: Instagram.com/mynameisjessamyn Listen to Jessamyn: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/stitcher-premium/jessamyn-explains-it-all
Mon, July 30, 2018
OSG "Looking Good, Feeling Great, How Are You?" feat. Alison Mariella Désir & Jordan Dinwiddie
The On She Goes ladies have a candid discussion about mental & physical health while traveling as a woman of color. Alison Mariella Désir gives us all her tips on handling mental discomfort and illness while on vacation, and gives us details on her organization Harlem Run and her podcast, Finding Meaning (On The Run). Jordan Dinwiddie from The Thicc gives us their recommendations on looking and feeling good while on the road. Check us out on: Facebook.com/onshegoes Twitter.com/onshegoes Instagram.com/onshegoes Follow Alison: Instagram.com/alisonmdesir Follow Harlem Run: Instagram.com/harlemrun Follow Finding Meaning (On The Run): Stitcher.com/podcast/hangar-studios/find-meaning-on-the-run-with-alison-desir Follow Jordan: Instagram.com/JordanRenee Follow The Thicc: Instagram.com/TheThiccGram
Mon, July 16, 2018
OSG "Get Inspired" feat. Freddie Ransome & Jen Ruggirello of Buzzfeed's "Ladylike"
The On She Goes team is joined by Freddie Ransome & Jen Ruggirello of Buzzfeed's "Ladylike." The ladies have a hysterical chat about crossing things off your bucket list, mastering a British accent, what to do when you find out your a quarter Caucasian and traveling overseas for the very first time! Check us out on: Facebook.com/onshegoes Twitter.com/onshegoes Instagram.com/onshegoes Follow Freddie - Instagram.com/freddie Follow Jen - Instagram.com/jenrigatoni
Mon, July 02, 2018
OSG feat. Rachel Travels, Olga Maria & Pilin Anice "Travel Like It Owes You Money!"
The OSG team gets schooled on the "real life" of travel influencers, by Rachel Hill of "Rachel Travels" and Olga Maria of "Dreams in Heels." Pilin Anice, social influencer and Athleta ambassador, tells us all about the Explore + Restore Yoga Retreat at the Sansara Resort in Panama. Check us out on: Facebook.com/onshegoes Twitter.com/onshegoes Instagram.com/onshegoes. Follow Rachel Hill instagram.com/racheltravels Follow Pilin Anice instagram.com/pilinanice Follow Olga Maria instagram.com/dreamsinheels
Mon, May 21, 2018
OSG feat. Crissle West: Season 2 Ep. 10 "The Discomfort Zone"
The Read cohost, Crissle West joins the On She Goes team in a spirited conversation about her visit to Portland, and what it felt like to step far out of her comfort zone.
Mon, March 19, 2018
OSG: Season 2 Ep. 9 "On She Goes WILD!"
This week's episode is a WILD one! We're doing a wild card episode with 3 different interviews, from 4 different women of color, on 3 different topics! Amy Lam & OSG star contributor, Soleil Ho chat about maintaining love long distance. Serita Wesley Skypes with Jen Ruiz of Jen on a Jet Plane about getting the best travel deals, and how she got a flight to New Zealand for $38! Meron Medhanie has a three-way chat with Miela Fetaw and Sarah Springer on how to prepare your family for your very non-traditional work travel. Enjoy!
Mon, March 05, 2018
OSG: Season 2 Ep. 8 "Relax, Relate, Release!"
The On She Goes team interviews Sarah Wesley (Social Media Influencer, Solo Traveler, Yogi & Serita's little sister) on Kemetic Yoga and how she practices self-care while traveling the world. We also talk to Bibi McGill (former lead guitarist for Beyonce's all female band "The Suga Mamas", DJ, and Yogi)all about inclusiveness in the yoga community and the origins of the ancient practice. ENJOY!
Tue, February 20, 2018
OSG: Season 2 Ep. 7 "Hey Mommy, Is This Iran?"
The On She Goes team talks to Iranian actress Kathreen Khavari on her homeland, Iran, traveling as a Middle Eastern woman in America, and speaking her truth at all times. On She Goes team member Farin Nikdel gives us her take on moving through the world as an Iranian woman, and is encouraging all women of color to come check out the city of Tehran!
Mon, February 05, 2018
OSG: Season 2 Ep. 6 "On She Goes in Reverse"
The On She Goes team chats reverse travel; with friends Becca Ramos & Vivian Zhang! We all trade tips on how to prepare & not get burnt out when it comes to being a visitor in your own town, with out of town guests! We also discuss hot topics, Shithole (Not My)Presidents & the Grammys!
Mon, January 15, 2018
OSG: Season 2 Ep. 5 "Girl, You're Road-Trippin!"
The On She Goes crew talks to Ayeshia Toy about her cruise experience, and TEDX Portland & Crazy Aunt Lindsey star Lindsey Murphy gives us the details on her Oregon road trip that took her through ghost towns, mountains, desert and to the coast. We'll also discuss road tripping through Europe with Meron & family; as well as a few tidbits on cheap train travel from the US to Canada. Plus...Hot Topics & More!
Mon, December 18, 2017
OSG: Season 2 Ep. 4 "All By Myself"
The On She Goes team discusses hot topics like in-flight sexual harassment, finding love abroad, the racist ass Netherlands holiday, Sinterklass and traveling solo! We find out why Rebecca is so unbothered when it comes to traveling alone, and why Serita is terrified of doing everything alone. The team also accomplishes the feat of mentioning Hennessy consistently for the 4th time in a row so far this season!
Mon, December 04, 2017
OSG: Season 2 Ep. 3 "Ancestry Dot Nah!"
The On She Goes team interviews Momo Pixel about her game "Hair Nah," and what it felt like to speak her truth! Jordan Hayles joins the team in a deep and honest discussion about the search for our roots, in ancestry as women of color.
Mon, November 20, 2017
OSG: Season 2 Ep. 2 "A Do-Gooder's Guide Abroad"
The On She Goes crew talks NAACP travel advisories, Cultural Appropriation & how to give back when traveling abroad. Chelsea VonChaz from Happy Period talks to us about how and why she started the charity, and what is next for Happy Period. As a cherry on top, the On She Goes crew gives you a glimpse into their Turkey Day traveling tips! We'll find out what Serita's family prays about, and why Rebecca's family loves a good Trick Daddy song during the holidays.
Mon, November 06, 2017
OSG: Season 2 Ep. 1 "I Can't Get My Hair Wet"
The On She Goes team takes a deep dive into the great outdoors vs. women of color. Why is camping, hiking & backpacking so foreign to us? What exactly is backpacking? How do I keep my hair from becoming a rat's nest on a 10 hour hiking trip? We will try our best to answer these questions and more. Also, Amy Lam tells us about her 5 day hiking trip in Nepal, Meron gives us the real deal on the time she "straight up climbed a mountain," and Dez hooks us up with some "rugged outdoors-woman" advice on gear. For photos & videos check out www.onshegoes.com/podcasts
Mon, October 23, 2017
OSG: Season 1 Ep. 7: On She Goes, Home.
Aminatou Sow talks coming to America with “Another Round’s” Heben Nigatu; as she fills us in on her relationship with her homeland Ethiopia. Our favorite couple, Ashley and Rosie take us on their hilarious ski trip to Whistler, Canada; but before that, Mitra Bonshahi gives us the low down on her film “The Exiles”. We’ll hear from Natasha Nyanin, on the many places she calls home; while Nneya Richards gives us a glimpse into New York City, and Melissa Valle comes through with the 3 H’s.
Mon, October 09, 2017
OSG: Season 1 Ep. 6: Boo-Loving & Romance While Traveling
Aminatou Sow talks to Ashley & Rosie about their "royal" honeymoon to the Seychelles. We also hear from the host of "For Colored Nerds" & Gimlet's "Sampler", Brittany Luse about vacationing with her boyfriend for the first time. Author & designer Ash Huang shares her chronicled cross-country road trip with her dog, in a three-part segment; while Nneya Richards takes us to the romantic Bordeaux, France and Melissa Valle gives us her must have tips on hair & health.
Mon, July 10, 2017
OSG: Season 1 Ep. 5: OSG Goes on Tour!
Aminatou Sow talks touring as a woman of color with The Read’s Crissle West, Michelle Zauner of Japanese Breakfast and Thao Nguyen of Thao & The Get Down Stay Down. We take a trip to Colombia with Melissa Valle giving us tips on how to keep those curls poppin’ in the heat of Cartagena, while Nneya Richards gives a glimpse into Medellín. The hilarious Ashley & Rosie take us inside their Italian tour of Florence, Rome & The Almafi Coast!
Tue, May 30, 2017
OSG: Season 1 Ep. 4: Wanderlust in Transition
Aminatou Sow talks to Myiesha Gordon about a major life transition: going from a nine-to-five job to being a world traveler for a year. Jia Tolentino of the New Yorker takes us along on her Iceland adventure, while Stephanie Foo of This American Life spends what seems like an entire lifetime stuck on an airport runway. Nneya Richards tells us what to check out in Nashville, Tennessee, and Melissa Valle is back with tips on harassment and health while abroad.
Mon, May 01, 2017
OSG: Season 1 Ep. 1: We Belong Here
Aminatou Sow talks to Virgie Tovar, Melissa Valle, and Jenna Wortham about what the sentiment "We Belong Here" means when traveling as a woman of color. Ashley Mosley and Rosie Dickens take us to Paris, and Nneya Richards takes us to Lisbon, Portugal. We also hear exclusive travel tips from Crissle West, Roxane Gay, Saada Ahmed, Thao Nguyen, and more.
Mon, May 01, 2017
OSG: Season 1 Ep. 2: About Displacement
Aminatou Sow talks with journalism and documentary royalty Lydia Polgreen and Candy Feit, as well as fashion blogger and model Nadia Aboulhosn, about displacement, what happens when you're uprooted, and traveling out of necessity. Melissa Valle talks hair and health while traveling, and Nneya Richards shares her favorite things about Kauai, Hawaii.
Tue, April 25, 2017
OSG: Season 1 Ep. 3: What Is Business Travel?
Aminatou Sow talks to author Roxane Gay about what business travel is like for women of color and fuller figures. Everyday People's Saada Ahmed discusses blackness. Ashley Mosley and Rosie Dickens take us on a trip to Africa, Melissa Valle gives us tips on dealing with street harassment while abroad, and Nneya Richards takes us to Miami.
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