Black Travel Isn’t Just a Trend—It’s a Movement. Join the Next Great Migration!
More and more Black Americans are asking the same questions: What if there’s more to life than surviving in the U.S.? What if peace, safety, and opportunity are waiting beyond the borders? ✈️
Welcome to Roots & Routes Podcast, the space where we unpack the realities of moving abroad and explore why Black travel is no longer just a trend—it’s a movement. Hosted by RJ Mood, a Black American expat who left the U.S. hustle culture to build a life of freedom in Colombia, this podcast is your front-row seat to the Next Great Migration of Black Americans seeking new possibilities overseas.
🌍 Why This Podcast Matters
This is more than travel stories—it’s about transformation. We talk about what it really means to move abroad, not just for vacations, but for lifestyle shifts, cultural reconnection, and creating generational change. For many of us, leaving the U.S. is about reclaiming peace, financial stability, and safety while reconnecting with the global African diaspora.
✨ What You’ll Learn in Each Episode:
Practical Relocation Guidance: Visas, residency, healthcare, banking, housing, and cost of living broken down step by step.
Cultural & Diaspora Insights: How Black expats connect with local communities and find belonging abroad.
Expat Realities: Safety, racism, identity, and building new lives as African Americans overseas.
Community Building: Why connection is key and how to find your people wherever you land.
Mindset & Preparation: The inner work needed to break free from fear and step into a new life abroad.
💡 If you’ve ever wondered:
Is moving abroad safe for Black women?
How do I avoid scams finding housing abroad?
Can I really afford to live overseas?
What countries are best for Black expats?
How do I find community and avoid isolation abroad?
…this podcast was created for you.
🎧 Roots & Routes Podcast isn’t just about leaving—it’s about leveling up. Each episode features honest conversations with expats, experts, and thought leaders who’ve walked the path and are here to share their wisdom. Whether it’s Colombia, Mexico, Panama, South Africa, or beyond, we’ll guide you through what you need to know before making the move.
🔥 This is the Next Great Migration. Just like our ancestors moved for survival and opportunity, today’s wave of Black Americans is moving for peace, prosperity, and possibility. Don’t get left behind in the cycle of stress and survival—explore the options waiting for you abroad.
👉 Take Action Now:
Subscribe to Roots & Routes Podcast on YouTube and all major podcast platforms.
Like, share, and save this episode to spread the word to someone who’s considering a move abroad.
Visit MoodTravelColombia.com for relocation tours, free resources, and expert guides.
Stay tuned for MoodTravelAbroad.com—coming soon with resources for Mexico, Panama, South Africa, and more.
✨ Roots & Routes Podcast—because Black travel isn’t a trend, it’s a movement. Your journey abroad starts here.
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