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For over 13 years, Denisha Jenkins has developed talent, designed programs, and facilitated high-impact trainings and workshops on various diversity-related topics within a wide array of industries. While candid discussions on race, gender, ability, and religion are challenging, Denisha is known for uncanny ability to disarm, affirm, and equip leaders with the tools they need to disrupt harmful biases. Find us online!https://www.kardiaaustin.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/denishajenkins/https://www.instagram.com/denishaspeakshttps://chubbydiaries.com/https://www.instagram.com/chubbydiaries__/https://www.facebook.com/Chubbydiariestravelhttps://www.pinterest.com/chubbydiaries/_created/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEAMJe2-AwcKjE_iq1HMhzwWe'd like to offer a special thanks to Roy, our audio editor, for helping make this episode possible!
Haley is the blogger behind Ready Set Jet Set, a guide to traveling the world and exploring her hometown of Austin, Texas. She created her blog to share her adventures with the world - from trips and tricks she's learned while traveling to photo diaries detailing her journeys. Haley started traveling as a sophomore in college when she took her very first trip overseas to London. The next year, she spent a semester studying abroad in London and another in Glasgow. She became a travel addict and never looked back!Find us online!https://www.instagram.com/readysetjetset/https://readysetjetset.net/https://chubbydiaries.com/https://www.instagram.com/chubbydiaries__/https://www.facebook.com/Chubbydiariestravelhttps://www.pinterest.com/chubbydiaries/_created/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEAMJe2-AwcKjE_iq1HMhzwWe'd like to offer a special thanks to Roy, our audio editor, for helping make this episode possible!
Nick Gray is the Founder of Museum Hack, a renegade museum tour company. He grew it to over 50 employees and multi-millions in sales before selling the company in 2019. Nick has helped a variety of companies and organizations grow and get on track to meet their full potential. He's the ultimate networker and will be releasing his new book, The 2-Hour Cocktail Party, a step-by-step guide for hosting small parties that help you build big relationships, later this year. Check out The 2-Hour Cocktail Party here!Find us online!https://www.instagram.com/nickgraynews/https://nickgray.net/https://chubbydiaries.com/https://www.instagram.com/chubbydiaries__/https://www.facebook.com/Chubbydiariestravelhttps://www.pinterest.com/chubbydiaries/_created/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEAMJe2-AwcKjE_iq1HMhzwWe'd like to offer a special thanks to Roy, our audio editor, for helping make this episode possible!
Amanda Williams is the award-winning blogger behind A Dangerous Business, a travel blog that aims to inspire people to fit more travel and adventure into the lifestyle they already have. Since starting her blog in 2010, Amanda has traveled to more than 60 countries on six continents from her home base in Ohio, and has worked with brands/destinations from around the world to promote thoughtful, balanced, and responsible travel.Find us online!https://www.instagram.com/dangerousbiz/https://www.dangerous-business.com/https://chubbydiaries.com/https://www.instagram.com/chubbydiaries__/https://www.facebook.com/Chubbydiariestravelhttps://www.pinterest.com/chubbydiaries/_created/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEAMJe2-AwcKjE_iq1HMhzwWe'd like to offer a special thanks to Roy, our audio editor, for helping make this episode possible!
Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon, also known as JetSetSarah, is a travel writer, on-screen host, and self-described “Carivangelist,” who goes to the beach and beyond to share the culture, lifestyle, and personalities of the Caribbean with the world. Based in Miami, she is a special correspondent for Travel + Leisure magazine and creates content for a variety of outlets. Find us online!https://www.instagram.com/jetsetsarah/https://www.jetsetsarah.com/https://chubbydiaries.com/https://www.instagram.com/chubbydiaries__/https://www.facebook.com/Chubbydiariestravelhttps://www.pinterest.com/chubbydiaries/_created/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEAMJe2-AwcKjE_iq1HMhzwWe'd like to offer a special thanks to Roy, our audio editor, for helping make this episode possible!
Sylvia Torres is a digital nomad and van lifer who lives and travels out of her converted 92 Dodge Ram van. She always had a love for travel and spending time outdoors, but as a plus size person, noticed how some of these spaces were not so inviting to people like me. She has since made it her mission to help normalize seeing plus size people outdoors and in the travel sphere.Find us online!https://www.instagram.com/sylviathegnomad/https://www.tiktok.com/@sylviathegnomadhttps://chubbydiaries.com/https://www.instagram.com/chubbydiaries__/https://www.facebook.com/Chubbydiariestravelhttps://www.pinterest.com/chubbydiaries/_created/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEAMJe2-AwcKjE_iq1HMhzwWe'd like to offer a special thanks to Roy, our audio editor, for helping make this episode possible!
Expert food entrepreneur Rhonda Sweet is a Dallas-based comfort food curator specializing in unique food experiences around the table for corporate and private events. Her company, Sweet Moses Brands is dedicated to reconnecting all people to the experience of gathering around the table, making entertaining a joy and not a chore. Rhonda combines her ability to entertain and inspire with cooking classes or demonstrations.Find us online!https://www.instagram.com/chefrsweet/https://www.facebook.com/SweetMosesBrandshttps://www.sweetmosesbrands.com/https://chubbydiaries.com/https://www.instagram.com/chubbydiaries__/https://www.facebook.com/Chubbydiariestravelhttps://www.pinterest.com/chubbydiaries/_created/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEAMJe2-AwcKjE_iq1HMhzwWe'd like to offer a special thanks to Roy, our audio editor, for helping make this episode possible!
Travis Levius is a jetsetting journalist, host and content creator based between London and Atlanta. After taking a harrowing leap of faith quitting his Atlanta teaching job to pursue the unknown in London, with no money, his journey eventually landed him the "World's Dreamiest Job" as a freelance travel journalist. He now writes for a variety of travel news platforms, covering assignments on all seven continents.Check out Travis' Pandemic Proof Travel Writing Workshop here! Find us online!https://www.instagram.com/misterlevius/https://travislevius.contently.com/https://chubbydiaries.com/https://www.instagram.com/chubbydiaries__/https://www.facebook.com/Chubbydiariestravelhttps://www.pinterest.com/chubbydiaries/_created/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEAMJe2-AwcKjE_iq1HMhzwWe'd like to offer a special thanks to Roy, our audio editor, for helping make this episode possible!
Monet Hambrick is a leading entrepreneur, writer, trip planner, and photographer. Her and her family share their travels online and show us all that you and your family can explore the world affordably. Whether its travel, family life, health, hair care, or learning how to build generational wealth, Monet has something to teach us and we're so happy to have her here. Check out The Traveling Child Goes to children's book series here!Find us online!https://www.instagram.com/thetravelingchild/https://thetravelingchild.co/https://chubbydiaries.com/https://www.instagram.com/chubbydiaries__/https://www.facebook.com/Chubbydiariestravelhttps://www.pinterest.com/chubbydiaries/_created/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEAMJe2-AwcKjE_iq1HMhzwWe'd like to offer a special thanks to Roy, our audio editor, for helping make this episode possible!
Today's special guest is Brandon Wigley! To Brandon, there is nothing more valuable than human relationships. He has dedicated his career to connecting the dots between different brands, platforms, business ventures, and everything in between in order to boost efficiency and get the most out of each opportunity. He dives into these ventures and shares his experience on his podcast, Split Yo WiGG.Find us online!https://www.instagram.com/brandonjwigley/Split Yo WiGG Podcasthttps://chubbydiaries.com/https://www.instagram.com/chubbydiaries__/https://www.facebook.com/Chubbydiariestravelhttps://www.pinterest.com/chubbydiaries/_created/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEAMJe2-AwcKjE_iq1HMhzwWe'd like to offer a special thanks to Roy, our audio editor, for helping make this episode possible!
Dre Fox is a Business Coach and Social Media Expert who recently made the move from Austin, Texas to Charlotte, North Carolina. She is dedicated to helping women master and monetize their messages online. Dre is an expert at creating authentic genuine content and we're looking forward to hearing what she believes social media has in store for 2022. Find us online!https://www.timeofdremedia.com/https://www.instagram.com/timeofdre/Sign up for Dre's Creator Camp!https://chubbydiaries.com/https://www.instagram.com/chubbydiaries__/https://www.facebook.com/Chubbydiariestravelhttps://www.pinterest.com/chubbydiaries/_created/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEAMJe2-AwcKjE_iq1HMhzwWe'd like to offer a special thanks to Roy, our audio editor, for helping make this episode possible!
Frustrated by the lack of choices and representation, Bruce Sturgell created Chubstr to chronicle his awesome mens' plus-size looks and where to find them. In doing so, he became a voice for others who were struggling to see men with bodies reflective of their own, creating a map of accessible fashion for all. Today, Chubstr highlights other stylish plus-size men and continues to shine a light on brands creating stylish, accessible clothing for bigger bodies with masculine tastes.Find us online!https://chubstr.com/https://www.instagram.com/chubstr/https://chubbydiaries.com/https://www.instagram.com/chubbydiaries__/https://www.facebook.com/Chubbydiariestravelhttps://www.pinterest.com/chubbydiaries/_created/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEAMJe2-AwcKjE_iq1HMhzwWe'd like to offer a special thanks to Roy, our audio editor, for helping make this episode possible!
Not only is Matt Kepnes, better known as Nomadic Matt, one of the world's leading travel bloggers, but he is also a New York Times Best Selling Author, experienced backpacker, and hostel connoisseur. He has helped thousands travel for less and we're so pumped to have him back for season 2! Find us online!https://www.nomadicmatt.com/https://thenomadicnetwork.com/https://travelcon.org/ (Use code Jeff for $50 off at check out!)https://chubbydiaries.com/https://www.instagram.com/nomadicmatt/https://www.instagram.com/chubbydiaries__/https://www.facebook.com/Chubbydiariestravelhttps://www.pinterest.com/chubbydiaries/_created/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEAMJe2-AwcKjE_iq1HMhzwWe'd like to offer a special thanks to Roy, our audio editor, for helping make this episode possible!
Jessica Serna is the Blogger of MyCurlyAdventures, a Texas based travel brand that inspires people to find magic in the everyday and encourages people to live a travel lifestyle even with a 9-5 through looking for local getaways. She takes readers on adventures throughout her state and beyond with her husband and showcases how sometimes you can "travel the world" without having to travel far. Through these trips, she shares married life, managing curly hair, and the excitement of making every moment magical. She has published a magazine to share these adventures and also travels across Texas to speak about travel on local TV.Find us online!https://www.instagram.com/mycurlyadventures_/https://www.tiktok.com/@mycurlyadventureshttps://www.instagram.com/chubbydiaries__/https://www.facebook.com/Chubbydiariestravelhttps://www.pinterest.com/chubbydiaries/_created/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEAMJe2-AwcKjE_iq1HMhzwWe'd like to offer a special thanks to Roy, our audio editor, for helping make this episode possible!
Zach Miko was Target's first plus sized male model and the first model signed to IMG Models Brawn division. Zach has since worked for brands like Gap, Levi's, Bonobos, and Uniqlo and was a guest judge on America's Next Top Model. He has a passion for acting and theatre and is also the founder of the big and tall men's swim line, Meekos. Find us online!https://www.instagram.com/zachmiko/https://twitter.com/zachmiko?lang=enhttps://www.instagram.com/chubbydiaries__/https://www.facebook.com/Chubbydiariestravelhttps://www.pinterest.com/chubbydiaries/_created/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEAMJe2-AwcKjE_iq1HMhzwWe'd like to offer a special thanks to Roy, our audio editor, for helping make this episode possible!
Samantha Brown is an executive producer and host of the Emmy award-winning travel series Places to Love. She broke the glass ceiling for women in travel television hosting and has since redefined gender norms in the travel sphere. The travel industry would not be what it is today without Sam and we can't wait to hear what wisdom she has to share. Find us online!https://www.instagram.com/samanthabrowntravels/https://samantha-brown.com/how-to-watch/https://www.instagram.com/chubbydiaries__/https://www.facebook.com/Chubbydiariestravelhttps://www.pinterest.com/chubbydiaries/_created/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEAMJe2-AwcKjE_iq1HMhzwWe'd like to offer a special thanks to Roy, our audio editor, for helping make this episode possible!
Jacqui Gifford is the Editor in Chief of Travel + Leisure, the world's leading travel brand, and appears frequently as an expert guest on television programs, including NBC's TODAY show, to discuss trends within the industry. Under her tenure as Editor in Chief, Travel + Leisure has won two National Magazine Awards, a James Beard Award, 10+ Lowell Thomas Travel Journalism Awards, 15+ NATJA Awards, and 4 Folio Awards, and an iHeart Media Podcast nomination. A graduate of Princeton University, Jacqui was born in Japan, and raised in Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Bucks County, Pennsylvania. She has traveled the world extensively, and lives in New York City with her husband and son.Find us online!https://www.instagram.com/jacquigiff/https://twitter.com/jacquigiff?lang=enhttps://www.travelandleisure.com/author/jacqueline-giffordhttps://www.instagram.com/chubbydiaries__/https://www.facebook.com/Chubbydiariestravelhttps://www.pinterest.com/chubbydiaries/_created/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEAMJe2-AwcKjE_iq1HMhzwWe'd like to offer a special thanks to Roy, our audio editor, for helping make this episode possible!
Cinneah El-Amin (pronounced: sin-ee-ah el-ah-meen) is the creator of Flynanced, an online platform that teaches ambitious 9-5 women how to make travel a financial priority so that we can build wealth AND claim the lifestyles we want RIGHT NOW without shame. Since 2020, Flynanced has grown into a sought-after money and travel advice platform with over 50,000 community members across social media.Fed up with her own challenges of living paycheck to paycheck and drowning in debt, Cinneah made the decision to become debt free in 2020 after paying off over $23,000 of credit card debt, personal loan and student loan debt in 12 months. She reached her first $100k net worth milestone in 2021 at 26 years old. She is an avid traveler, visiting 30 countries and previously living abroad in Tulum, Mexico. Cinneah works remotely as a product manager in NYC. Her story has been featured in prominent media like Travel Noire, Black Enterprise, The Points Guy, and CNBC. She is a graduate of Barnard College of Columbia University and Wake Forest University School of Business.Find us online!https://www.instagram.com/fly.nanced/https://twitter.com/flynancedhttps://www.tiktok.com/@flynancedhttps://www.instagram.com/chubbydiaries__/https://www.facebook.com/Chubbydiariestravelhttps://www.pinterest.com/chubbydiaries/_created/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEAMJe2-AwcKjE_iq1HMhzwWe'd like to offer a special thanks to Roy, our audio editor, for helping make this episode possible!
Jessica Nabongo is a writer, photographer, entrepreneur, travel expert, influencer, and public speaker. She completed her journey as the first Black woman on record to travel to all 195 countries of the world in October of 2019. At her core, she is a dreamer looking to craft a life and career that connects her passions and talents. She wants to use her story to educate and inspire others to travel and experience the world around them. A first-generation American, Jessica was born and raised in Detroit by Ugandan parents. She attended St. John's University in New York where she earned a degree in English Literature, later completing a graduate degree at the London School of Economics. She uses her blog, The Catch Me If You Can, to share her travel adventures and build a global community. She is also the founder of the lifestyle brand The Catch. When she's not on a plane, she is home tending to her plants in Detroit, Michigan.Pre-order Jessica's Book here! Find us online!https://thecatchmeifyoucan.com/https://www.instagram.com/jessicanabongo/https://www.instagram.com/chubbydiaries__/https://www.facebook.com/Chubbydiariestravelhttps://www.pinterest.com/chubbydiaries/_created/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEAMJe2-AwcKjE_iq1HMhzwWe'd like to offer a special thanks to Roy, our audio editor, for helping make this episode possible!
Brian Kelly is the Founder of The Points Guy (TPG), the leading voice in loyalty programs, points, miles, credit cards, and travel. He has grown TPG to be a powerhouse travel and lifestyle media platform that reaches over 10 million unique monthly visitors around the world. Kelly has found a unique way to reach his audience and inspire millions to live their best lives through his supercharged personality, deep industry knowledge, and extensive worldwide travel. Click here to download The Points Guy App!Find us online!https://www.instagram.com/thepointsguy/https://www.instagram.com/briankelly/https://www.instagram.com/chubbydiaries__/https://www.facebook.com/Chubbydiariestravelhttps://www.pinterest.com/chubbydiaries/_created/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEAMJe2-AwcKjE_iq1HMhzwWe'd like to offer a special thanks to Roy, our audio editor, for helping make this episode possible!
To kick off the Inspire 2022 podcast, Jeff Jenkins, award-winning travel content creator and founder of Chubby Diaries, welcomes Evita Turquoise Robinson to the show. Evita is the founder of the Nomadness Travel Tribe and a leader in the movement to diversify the travel sphere. In this episode, Jeff and Evita discuss how important taking care of yourself and building a team is to the success of your business or career. Nomadness Digi is happening this Friday, February 12th, 2022! Get your free Economy Ticket here: https://hopin.com/events/audacity-digi-vol-6-feb-12Meet the Nomadness Travel Tribe: https://nomadnesstraveltribe.com/Get to know Evita: https://www.evitarobinson.com/Follow us online!https://www.instagram.com/evierobbie/https://www.instagram.com/nomadnesstribe/https://www.instagram.com/chubbydiaries__/https://www.facebook.com/Chubbydiariestravelhttps://www.pinterest.com/chubbydiaries/_created/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEAMJe2-AwcKjE_iq1HMhzwWe'd like to offer a special thanks to Roy, our audio editor, for helping make this episode possible!
Today we had Travis from @misterlevius He is my "most interesting Man in world" they guy is everywhere doing everything all in Luxury!Travis is a freelance writer, content Creator, and coach. His work has been in majority of the Major Travel publications.We talked about how to get into travel writing, how to own your dopeness, and how to dream better!You will def enjoy this one!!Follow Travis at instagram.com/misterlevius/Hope you enjoy!!Make sure you follow us on IG: @chubbydiaries__Visit our website: Chubbydiaries.comFirst 3 episode launch today Dec 15th Second 4 episodes launch on Dec 22nd Last 3 episodes launch on Dec 29th
Today we had on Matt from @nomadicmatt Hey brought business wisdom to this Live. He shared how he became the brand he is today and shared some of the mistakes and obstacles he has overcome and how we can overcome them too!He also gave his predictions for Travel Blogging in 2021!You def want to hear from this giant in the Travel blogging space!!Follow Matt at instagram.com/nomadicmatt/Hope you enjoy!!Make sure you follow us on IG: @chubbydiaries__Visit our website: Chubbydiaries.comFirst 3 episode launch today Dec 15th Second 4 episodes launch on Dec 22nd Last 3 episodes launch on Dec 29th
Today we had Evie Founder and CEO of Nomadness Tribe!She shared her Entrepreneur story and all the things she is doing!We dive into benefits of having a team so that you can do all that you Invision on doingwe also talked about some of the things you can do and things you shouldn't do on building a team for 2021Follow Evita at instagram.com/evierobbie/Hope you enjoy!!Make sure you follow us on IG: @chubbydiaries__Visit our website: Chubbydiaries.comFirst 3 episode launch today Dec 15th Second 4 episodes launch on Dec 22nd Last 3 episodes launch on Dec 29th
This is an episode you want to save and share out! Today we had on Brandon from this man brought the Fire! We talked about how important it is to work on personal development before business development.Also as a creators we must model people before us!Follow Brandon at instagram.com/brandonjwigley/Hope you enjoy!!Make sure you follow us on IG: @chubbydiaries__Visit our website: Chubbydiaries.comFirst 3 episode launch today Dec 15th Second 4 episodes launch on Dec 22nd Last 3 episodes launch on Dec 29th
Today we had on Monet from @thetravelingchild We talked about the hustle, grind, work it takes to being a travel blogger/influencer. Also we Monet meantioned some of her biggest lessons learn from mistakes she has made throughout her journey. And then dropped gems on what it is like working with brands. Follow Monet at instagram.com/thetravelingchild/Hope you enjoy!!Make sure you follow us on IG: @chubbydiaries__Visit our website: Chubbydiaries.comFirst 3 episode launch today Dec 15th Second 4 episodes launch on Dec 22nd Last 3 episodes launch on Dec 29th
Today we talked with Justin CEO of @paramountglobal and bodyguard to celebrities aannnnnnddddd my Younger Brother (no
Today we had on Oneika from @oneikatravellerWe hopped right into self promotion and why it is the best way to create your table as a Woman or BIPOCThen we got into having confidence and what it takes to get Major news Outlets to write about you.Oneika brought a world of knowledge and encouragement so worth checking out!!Follow Oneika at instagram.com/oneikatraveller/Hope you enjoy!!Make sure you follow us on IG: @chubbydiaries__Visit our website: Chubbydiaries.comFirst 3 episode launch today Dec 15th Second 4 episodes launch on Dec 22nd Last 3 episodes launch on Dec 29th
Today we had on Dre from @timeadre she is amazing soul with incredible content!She is a branding and social media expert with a wealth of knowledge! She is talking with us about IG best practices right and and for 2021. You will also hear what she thinks the landscape will be for 2021... So give a listen to get some rich content!Follow Dre at instagram.com/TimeOfDrewebsite: www.timeofdre.comHope you enjoy!!Make sure you follow us on IG: @chubbydiaries__Visit our website: Chubbydiaries.comFirst 3 episode launch today Dec 15th Second 4 episodes launch on Dec 22nd Last 3 episodes launch on Dec 29th
Today's Guest was Gabby Beckford from @packslight she is a trailblazer! We talked about remote work and how you can actually apply to live in other countries while you work remotely! Also we hopped into her Scholarship opps and this opps are open to some many people including you. This is going to be a great listen, I hope you enjoy!!Hope you enjoy!!Make sure you follow us on IG: @chubbydiaries__Visit our website: Chubbydiaries.comFirst 3 episode launch today Dec 15th Second 4 episodes launch on Dec 22nd Last 3 episodes launch on Dec 29th
Today we had our first guest Austin Distel talk to us about the benefits of starting a subscription based business and Gabe ideas on how to get one started! Distel is the CMO of proof, a Y combinator backed Tech company and the founder of new startup ProfitPass that will launch in February! Hope you enjoy!!Make sure you follow us on IG: @chubbydiaries__Visit our website: Chubbydiaries.comFirst 3 episode launch today Dec 15th Second 4 episodes launch on Dec 22nd Last 3 episodes launch on Dec 29th
Welcome to Chubby Diaries Presents: Inspire 2021!You will hear from some of the top creators, bloggers, founders, and entrepreneurs in the game today!Episode topics include: Social Media Maketing Business of Blogging Personal Branding Self Confidence How To Build a Dynamic Team In 2021 and so much more!! So stay tuned for our first episodes and we hope that you are inspired in 2021You can also watch full video episodes at @chubbydiaries__ IG Lives
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