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Oneika Raymond ends her wellness journey in Maui, Hawai‘i's second largest island known for its diverse landscapes, from lush rainforests to sandy beaches. There, she meets up with locals who help her become a more mindful malihini, or visitor, to the island by connecting with the Hawaiian language and history and shopping local.Oneika begins her day with a morning Hawaiian language lesson on Kā‘anapali Beach with Luana Kawa'a, a language teacher who's been instructing students to speak the melodic language for over 30 years. Luana knows that language is the gateway to cultivating a better understanding and appreciation for Hawaiian history and local traditions. She leads Oneika through a language lesson that connects her to the deep meaning behind essential Hawaiian vocabulary. Then, Oneika heads to her first stop of the day: Hale Hōʻikeʻike at the Bailey House, a museum run by the Maui Historical Society that boasts the largest collection of pre-contact artifacts in Maui. She meets up with volunteer coordinator James "Kimo" Guequierre to learn about the painstaking craftsmanship, and mana, or energy — especially from Maui's women — that went into these artifacts. Next, Oneika goes in search of a Hawai'i specialty — shave ice. Her search ends at Olowalu General Store, a family run fixture of West Maui that's been in operation since 1932. Oneika sits down with Olowalu's manager, Rylee Ann Domogma, to learn about the importance of buying local to support independent purveyors on Maui. Oneika travels back to her hotel, the Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa, to meet one more inspiring business woman on Maui: Anna Kahalekulu, the founder of Kulua, a small batch clothing shop inspired by Maui. Oneika finds out how supporting local artisans like Anna sustains the community and contributes to a more meaningful experience on the island. Oneika and Anna end the day watching the nightly lele kawa, or cliff diving ceremony, that takes place on Kā‘anapali Beach. Looking out over the water, Oneika reflects on her transformative journey this season. Experience Maui's transformative power for yourself. For more about Oneika's journey — and to get other itinerary ideas — visit Marriott Bonvoy Traveler. To learn more and book a room at the Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa, visit the hotel's website. Book wellness-inspired activities for yourself at Marriott Bonvoy Tours & Activities. Marriott Bonvoy members earn points on every experience booked through the site. About the Journey is a podcast produced by Marriott Bonvoy Traveler, AT WILL MEDIA, MNTRA, and Oneika Raymond. Listen and follow the show here.To read full episode transcripts from About the Journey and see photos of each featured destination, head to About the Journey on Marriott Bonvoy Traveler. Starting this season, you can watch full videos of each episode on the Marriott Bonvoy YouTube channel.
Send us a text“As a young girl she was uncomfortable in her own skin. A black girl raised in a white neighborhood, she felt alone but had a deep desire to be seen. But she would eventually grow up and find a place where not only fit in but was also seen. That was just the beginning. Oneika Mays would go from feeling like she was finally seen by others to seeing herself for the first time in a whole new way. Come in and listen to Oneika Mays story. She's type A, energetic, down to earth and another downright amazing F50Woman and she's doing yoga in prison.”We Talk About…IdentityFeeling fear and avoiding shameMessages she received about “blackness”What risk is notLoss of love to warFired and failure / Quitting and shame The power of yoga and mindfulness in her lifeYoga at Rikers IslandQuotes She Served Up:“We get so caught up in being productive to contribute to society that desiring to pause feels foolish and selfish.”“You can change or be comfortable, but you cannot do both at the same time.”“Yoga is a place to have a tender conversation with myself”What Changed Everything: Yoga. Yoga introduced Oneika to herselfAdvice for Her Younger Self: Don't be afraid and don't worry about what everyone thinks. You can not run from grief or pain. Those things will propel you.One Message for the World: Remember to Love Yourself. It's okay to love yourselfContact Information: Website: https://www.oneikamays.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oneikamays/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/oneikamays/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OneikasYogaLife/TickTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@oneikamaysOneika Mays Everywhere: https://linktr.ee/oneikamays Podcast Guest MatchPodMatch Automatically Matches Ideal Podcast Hosts And Guests For Interviews Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showyou an F50Woman who's “not done yet?” Subscribe and connect with me if you would like to tell me your story: f50woman.com@gmail.com | www.f50woman.com We welcome you to follow us on our Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn pages and invite you to share us on all of your media channels with the F50Woman Hashtags: #F50WNDY #F50Woman
Oneika Raymond is hungry. And, luckily, she's headed to Mexico City, one of the most exciting culinary destinations in the world — and a place she always finds herself coming back to. There, she visits three eating and drinking spots that connect her to the layered flavors and history that give Mexico City its particular sabor, or flavor, to deepen her understanding of the dynamic capital. Oneika starts her day off early with a sunrise float through Xochimilco, an historic and active canal system perhaps best known for its weekend parties on the water. But, Oneika's guide, Anais Martinez, the founder of Devoured Food Tours, is here to show Oneika the quieter side of Xochimilco: its farms, or chinampas. Oneika and Anais tour a working chinampa, where Oneika picks fresh produce for a farm-to-table breakfast. Over the meal, Anais shares how Xochimilco once nourished most of Mexico City — and how its role continues to evolve as a vital piece of the culinary scene.Then, Oneika heads to the beating heart of Mexico City's food scene: its bustling streets. She meets up with Natalia de la Rosa, a local food and travel journalist at Tacos de Mixiote Castelán — one of Natalia's go-to street food taco stands in her neighborhood of Juárez. Natalia shows Oneika how to order and dress up mixiote tacos — a taco you'll be hard-pressed to find outside of Mexico. Then, they sit down to discuss the importance of street food to the fabric of daily life in Mexico City. After a full day of eats, Oneika ends her tasting tour back at her hotel, the JW Marriott Mexico City Polanco, for a digestif. She takes part in a private mezcal tasting at the hotel's Tahona Room, the first-ever mezcal tasting room in the city. Oneika's guide, Julie Wharton, Tahona's bar manager, explains how the different regions and families of mezcal producers in Mexico infuse each spirit with a unique flavor and story, all of which deepens Oneika's appreciation for the eating and drinking traditions of Mexico City she thought she knew — and leaves her hungry for more. Experience Mexico City's transformative eating and drinking traditions for yourself. For more about Oneika's journey — and to get other itinerary ideas — visit Marriott Bonvoy Traveler. To learn more and book a room at the JW Marriott Mexico City Polanco, visit the hotel's website. Book wellness-inspired activities for yourself at Marriott Bonvoy Tours & Activities. Marriott Bonvoy members earn points on every experience booked through the site. About the Journey is a podcast produced by Marriott Bonvoy Traveler, AT WILL MEDIA, MNTRA, and Oneika Raymond. Listen and follow the show here.To read full episode transcripts from About the Journey and see photos of each featured destination, head to About the Journey on Marriott Bonvoy Traveler. Starting this season, you can watch full videos of each episode on the Marriott Bonvoy YouTube channel.
Oneika Raymond chats with good friend and fellow expert traveler Monet Hambrick, founder of the family travel blog The Traveling Child, about the positive benefits of traveling as a family. Together, they offer up tips, tricks and all the tea for how to do family travel right.Monet started The Traveling Child in 2016 with her husband after an international trip with their 8-month-old first born led to tons of folks wanting to know how they pulled it off. Monet's been encouraging and advising parents through her blog ever since. Today, she's a mother of two young kids who've traveled to six continents, over 30 countries and counting. Oneika hears about Monet's formative travel years and how connecting with people, culture and places around the world has transformed her. Monet shares how she's instilling this appreciation for connection into her own kids. Then, Monet and Oneika get into their top tips and tricks for parents who are not sure how to begin traveling with kids. We find out how to build a trip itinerary that works for the whole family, how to afford to take family trips, and unique ways to engage with locals with your kids. We're also joined by a surprise guest who shares a special memory from a very unique family trip. Ready to book your next family trip? Find the perfect local adventure for your whole family by checking out Marriott Bonvoy Tours & Activities. Marriott Bonvoy members earn points on every experience booked through the site. About the Journey is a podcast produced by Marriott Bonvoy Traveler, AT WILL MEDIA, MNTRA, and Oneika Raymond. Listen and follow the show here.To read full episode transcripts from About the Journey and see photos of each featured destination, head to About the Journey on Marriott Bonvoy Traveler. Starting this season, you can watch full videos of each episode on the Marriott Bonvoy YouTube channel.
This episode is sponsored by Marriott Bonvoy. Here's a brand new episode of a travel podcast we think you're going to really enjoy!On this episode of About the Journey, Oneika Raymond kick starts this season in Sedona, Arizona, a desert oasis tucked in the Verde Valley and known for its stunning red rock formations and energy vortices. There, she embarks on a wellness journey to explore how Sedona encourages visitors to slow down to reconnect to themselves. She meets up with three locals who help her tap into Sedona's must-visit stops to experience self discovery and mindful travel.Oneika starts her day with a morning hike to Yavapai Vista to meet with Melina Fuhrmann, the owner of Spirit Flow, a wellness center that helps others reconnect to themselves in this one-of-a-kind place. Melina shares the secrets of Sedona's energy vortices before leading Oneika through a grounding meditation. Then, Oneika and Melina head to the Courtyard Marriott Sedona, for a sit-down conversation about the art of self care. We hear how vital it is to slow down in nature.Next, Oneika heads to the Palatki Heritage Site, an archaeological site with cliff dwellings and rock art from some of Sedona's earliest inhabitants. Oneika's guide, Nick Massoni of the U.S. Forest Service, bridges the past and present by sharing ancient stories of Sedona's past that help Oneika understand her own legacy. As the sun sets over Sedona, Oneika travels to her final stop — a stargazing session with Dave Sanders of Sedona Stargazing. Oneika takes in the starry night sky while learning the impact darkness plays in the desert's habitat, and on our own busy lives.Experience Sedona's transformative power for yourself. For more about Oneika's journey — and to get other itinerary ideas — visit Marriott Bonvoy Traveler. To learn more and book a room at the Courtyard Marriott Sedona, visit the hotel's website. Book wellness-inspired activities for yourself at Marriott Bonvoy Tours & Activities. Marriott Bonvoy members earn points on every experience booked through the site. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oneika Raymond heads to New Orleans, Louisiana to connect with the people and history of Tremé, one of the oldest Black neighborhoods in the U.S. There, she'll sit with some of the Tremé culture bearers of music, food and history to build a deeper understanding of the city's roots. Oneika sets off from her hotel, W New Orleans French Quarter. It's a short commute to her first stop of the day in the Tremé: Kermit's Tremé Mother in Law Lounge, the last standing jazz lounge in the neighborhood. She meets with Kermit Ruffins, the lounge owner and a beloved musician in his community. He delights Oneika with a song and stories of growing up in the neighborhood where the lively sounds of New Orleans-style jazz were born. Next, Oneika heads to the historic Congo Square, once a gathering place for enslaved and free people of color that remains an epicenter of culture within Tremé today. Denise is a seventh generation Creole storyteller and owner of the New Orleans history storytelling company, Our Sacred Stories. Denise gives Oneika a tour of the gathering place nestled in the heart of Louis Armstrong Park to share the customs and traditions born out of Congo Square.Ready for a meal, Oneika is off to her final stop, the plant-based soul food restaurant, I-tal Garden. There she meets the owner, Chef Joseph “Rah” Robinson for a delicious, home-cooked meal. Chef Rah tells Oneika about his mission to help nourish the bodies within his community by way of his unique, plant-based take on the traditional New Orleans dishes he grew up eating.Experience the soulful city of New Orleans for yourself. For more about Oneika's journey — and to get other itinerary ideas — visit Marriott Bonvoy Traveler. To book your stay at W New Orleans, visit the hotel's website. Book wellness-inspired activities for yourself at Marriott Bonvoy Tours & Activities. Marriott Bonvoy members earn points on every experience booked through the site. About the Journey is a podcast produced by Marriott Bonvoy Traveler, AT WILL MEDIA, MNTRA, and Oneika Raymond. Listen and follow the show here.To read full episode transcripts from About the Journey and see photos of each featured destination, head to About the Journey on Marriott Bonvoy Traveler. Starting this season, you can watch full videos of each episode on the Marriott Bonvoy YouTube channel.
Oneika Raymond sits down with solo travel expert Beth Santos, founder of Wanderful, a global travel community for women. Together, they talk about how traveling on your own can be an opportunity for personal growth and share expert tips on how to make the most of your solo travels.Beth takes a mindset-first approach to traveling solo on your own terms, and recently authored a book that explores her philosophy: Wander Woman: How to Reclaim Your Space, Find Your Voice, and Travel the World, Solo. While traveling solo in São Tomé and Príncipe in 2009, Beth created Wanderful as a travel blog aimed to share the experiences of women traveling the world. Today, it's a community of over 40,000 travelers.Oneika learns about how Beth's first solo trips helped shape her travel philosophy, and how solo travel has made her a more engaged mother and business owner. Beth and Oneika bond over solo travel as a form of self care amidst the many responsibilities of modern life. Then, Beth and Oneika dig into their best advice for anyone looking to take a solo trip - from the one item you need to pack, to how to spend your first day on your own, to the questions to ask yourself to figure out where to go on a solo adventure. You'll also get insider tips on how to meet people on your travels – because solo travel doesn't have to be lonely.Ready to book your next solo trip? Find your perfect adventure by checking out Marriott Bonvoy Tours & Activities. Marriott Bonvoy members earn points on every experience booked through the site. About the Journey is a podcast produced by Marriott Bonvoy Traveler, AT WILL MEDIA, MNTRA, and Oneika Raymond. Listen and follow the show here.To read full episode transcripts from About the Journey and see photos of each featured destination, head to About the Journey on Marriott Bonvoy Traveler. Starting this season, you can watch full videos of each episode on the Marriott Bonvoy YouTube channel.
Oneika Raymond kick-starts this season in Sedona, Arizona, a desert oasis tucked in the Verde Valley and known for its stunning red rock formations and energy vortices. There, she embarks on a wellness journey to explore how Sedona encourages visitors to slow down to reconnect to themselves. She meets up with three locals who help her tap into Sedona's must-visit stops to experience self discovery and mindful travel.Oneika starts her day with a morning hike to Yavapai Vista to meet with Melina Fuhrmann, the owner of Spirit Flow, a wellness center that helps others reconnect to themselves in this one-of-a-kind place. Melina shares the secrets of Sedona's energy vortices before leading Oneika through a grounding meditation. Then, Oneika and Melina head to the Courtyard Marriott Sedona, for a sit-down conversation about the art of self care. We hear how vital it is to slow down in nature.Next, Oneika heads to the Palatki Heritage Site, an archaeological site with cliff dwellings and rock art from some of Sedona's earliest inhabitants. Oneika's guide, Nick Massoni of the U.S. Forest Service, bridges the past and present by sharing ancient stories of Sedona's past that help Oneika understand her own legacy. As the sun sets over Sedona, Oneika travels to her final stop — a stargazing session with Dave Sanders of Sedona Stargazing. Oneika takes in the starry night sky while learning the impact darkness plays in the desert's habitat, and on our own busy lives. Experience Sedona's transformative power for yourself. For more about Oneika's journey — and to get other itinerary ideas — visit Marriott Bonvoy Traveler. To learn more and book a room at the Courtyard Marriott Sedona, visit the hotel's website. Book wellness-inspired activities for yourself at Marriott Bonvoy Tours & Activities. Marriott Bonvoy members earn points on every experience booked through the site. About the Journey is a podcast produced by Marriott Bonvoy Traveler, AT WILL MEDIA, MNTRA, and Oneika Raymond. Listen and follow the show here.To read full episode transcripts from About the Journey and see photos of each featured destination, head to About the Journey on Marriott Bonvoy Traveler. Starting this season, you can watch full videos of each episode on the Marriott Bonvoy YouTube channel.
In this special Pride Month Rewind episode of Motivational Mondays, we explore inspiring stories from notable LGBTQIA+ figures who have championed authenticity and resilience. Wellness expert Oneika Mays emphasizes the importance of self-acceptance and mindful living, sharing her journey and practical advice to help others embrace their true selves. Olympic icon Greg Louganis reflects on his challenges as an openly gay athlete in the 1980s, highlighting his courage and the path he paved for future LGBTQIA+ athletes. Listen to these motivational stories and more…Performer and trans advocate Peppermint discusses why she initially declined RuPaul's Drag Race, focusing on the need for authentic representation of trans performers. Foster care reform advocate Rob Scheer shares his transformation from a foster child to a loving foster parent, emphasizing the power of love and family. Lastly, diversity advocates Jennifer Brown and Giselle Phelps deliver messages of inclusion, urging the importance of avoiding stereotypes and creating supportive environments for all. These stories collectively remind us to celebrate and uplift the diverse voices within the LGBTQIA+ community, fostering a more inclusive and accepting world.This week, you'll learn why Oneika Mays advocates for people to live authentically, how Greg Louganis used his story to combat bigotry and stereotypes, and how Rob Scheers tries to help the staggering number of children who become homeless each year.LEARN MORE:>>Oneika Mays: www.nsls.org/blog/finding-yourself-through-yoga>>Greg Louganis: www.nsls.org/blog/finding-your-inner-champion>>Peppermint: https://www.nsls.org/blog/defending-lgbtq-rights>>Rob Scheer: www.nsls.org/blog/putting-more-compassion-into-foster-care>>Jennifer and Giselle: https://www.youtube.com/live/HA30_Te5NTQNSLS MEMBERS ONLY:>>Listen to the bonus episode to learn how Greg Louganis used diving to learn how to envision peak performance in three seconds and why he believes that success is reliant on understanding that life is rhythmic. (https://thens.ls/4bXvwrm)
Self-love is often the most difficult kind of love there is, but it's also the most powerful. If you're searching for tools to deepen your own sense of self and to love your most authentic self, you can't miss this week's episode.Oneika Mays, yoga teacher and facilitator for authentic connection, joins Motivational Mondays to share her wisdom, gleaned from her own transformative yoga practice and her experience leading yoga classes for prisoners at Rikers. Mays shares with us the many forms a yoga-informed lifestyle can take and how it can transform your life through self-love and acceptance.In this episode, you'll learn about the transformative power of yoga, how to create your safe space, and how to start your own mindfulness practiceLEARN MORE:>>Keep up with Mays on Instagram. (https://www.instagram.com/oneikamays)>>Find inspirational messages and helpful advice on Mays's Facebook page, Oneika's Yoga Life. (https://www.facebook.com/OneikasYogaLife)>>Take Mays's course on Yoga International. (https://yogainternational.com/meditation/resilience-after-challenge)>>Read Mays's article, “Moving the Body That's Yours.” (https://www.alignedmag.com/articles/moving-the-body-thats-yours)>>Listen to Mays's conversation on CtznWell, “Beyond Incarceration.” (https://www.ctznwell.org/ctznpodcast/oneika-mays)>>Check out Mays's LinkTree for some of her favorite resources. (https://linktr.ee/oneikamays)NSLS MEMBERS ONLY:>>Listen to the bonus episode to learn about Mays's current book project about her time at Rikers. (https://thens.ls/3RiOiBn)Mentioned in this episode:Get 20% Off at the NSLS ShopUse code MONDAYS for 20% your entire purchase at shop.nsls.orgNSLS Shop
On this episode, we welcome a dual military married couple that have both retired from the Air Force. Oneika Brown retired first, after working in aviation maintenance and intel. Since leaving the military in 2018, she has been working for a government contractor using her administrative skills. In addition, she uses her creative skills in sewing and launched an alterations and custom fashion design business. Curtis Brown had a diverse career in the Air Force where he served as an aircraft mechanic, healthcare program manager and military training instructor. Since his retirement in 2019, Curtis has been working in program and project management. He is also the Director of Military Affairs for the Alamo Chapter of the Project Management Institute.Oneika's transition was smooth from the perspective of securing a job. Before she retired, she was using her administrative skills to manage personnel security clearances. She was able to land a similar position as a government contractor after she retired. Her challenge in the military transition was learning how to find her identity once she took off the uniform. While Oneika was in the process of transitioning, Curtis received new orders and was given the option of relocating to New Mexico or North Dakota. After weighing his options and considering the needs of his family, Curtis decided to retire and pursued his PMP certification. When Oneika began her new role as a government contractor, she essentially had the same responsibilities as her previous role while serving in the military. In fact, she remained in the same office and had the same work colleagues. Although her job description is similar to her previous military role, she has tighter restrictions when it comes to executing her job. She realized that her rank and position in the military often helped her to meet deadlines. Without her rank, Oneika has had to learn how to function within the office hierarchy.Oneika reflects on her military career and admits there are times she would like to erase the memories of those 20 years. As a young 17-year-old joining the Air Force, Oneika started off as an aviation mechanic even though she is a creative at heart. As a person of color and a female in a male-dominated field, Oneika experienced loneliness at times. Through journaling and counseling, she has come to embrace her military service for shaping her character. Learning to recognize the positive aspects of her military service has helped her to understand her identity without the uniform. As a married couple, Oneika and Curtis believe their open communication allowed them to each have a successful transition. They realigned their goals as individuals and as a couple during their military transitions. Although their transitions were not similar and both are still navigating life without the uniform, they credit honest communication for their strong marriage. They operate as a team.Oneika and Curtis advise service members to look at the pros and cons of the survivor benefit plan. After weighing their options, they chose to instead increase their life insurance plans and decline the survivor benefit plan. Research your options well in advance of your transition and before you receive a disability rating. Be prepared for your tax bracket to change and research ways to decrease your taxable income. Stay physically and mentally healthy. Subscribe to our YouTube channel at https://tinyurl.com/llforvets22.Connect with Oneika at https://www.linkedin.com/in/oneikabrown/Connect with Curtis at https://www.linkedin.com/in/curtis-jbl-brown/SUBSCRIBE & LEAVE A FIVE-STAR REVIEW and share this with other veterans who might need help as they transition from the military!
Oneika Raymond is off to Berlin's neighborhood of Kreuzberg, a thriving multicultural district just south of Mitte, for the final stop on her journey. There, she meets up with Dalad Kambhu, the chef and owner of Michelin-starred Thai restaurant, Kin Dee. Together, they take a walking tour through Kreuzberg to get to know the district, and its large and growing collection of women-led eateries. Oneika and Dalad meet each other in front of Kitten Deli, a women-owned breakfast joint that serves Israeli and Middle Eastern fare near to the Landwehr canal. The popular dining spot is located in Kreuzkölln, a small, inviting pocket of Berlin nestled between Kreuzberg and Neukölln that's become known for its own bustling artistic community. It's also the perfect gateway into Kreuzberg, just north across the canal. Dalad leads Oneika to one of the many walking bridges that cut across the Landwehr canal, stopping to admire the Turkish Market that runs alongside the canal every Tuesday and Friday. Here, visitors can find plenty: spices, fresh eggs, jars of olives, Anatolian dishes and even ornate textiles. It's a true one-stop shop.Along the way, we catch up with Dalad's friend, Ash Lee, owner of Chungking Noodles, a casual spot for spicy, hand-pulled noodles in Kreuzberg. Ash helped Dalad take the leap to move to Berlin and start Kin Dee. Together, the two are devoted to helping other women find their footing in the city's food industry. Then, Dalad and Oneika head into Kreuzberg. While strolling its tree-lined sidewalks, Oneika takes in the neighborhood's vibrant street-art, plentiful greenspaces, and vintage stores. In no time, we arrive at Markthalle Neun, Dalad's go-to spot to source local produce for her restaurant. But first, the two make a beeline for the food stalls that fill the market hall with delicious smells. It's lunchtime, and Dalad brings Oneika to one of her favorite spots in the market: Manti Berlin, a women-led, Turkish food stall that serves pillowy, ravioli-like dumplings called ‘manti'. Satisfied, and ready to continue their tour, Dalad and Oneika cut across Markthalle Neun to grab some vegetables for the restaurant — and then, they're off to Kin Dee, their last stop of the day.Once at Kin Dee, Dalad and Oneika relax into one of the restaurant's repurposed tables for a sit down conversation about Dalad's work in Berlin, and her hopes for the city's burgeoning food scene. Dalad shares how she's bringing the “spirit” of Thai flavors and cooking techniques to local and sustainable ingredients. And she offers advice to visitors looking to support the diverse, women-led eateries they love and want to see more of. To read full episode transcripts from About the Journey and see photos of each featured destination, head to About the Journey on Marriott Bonvoy Traveler. Starting this season, you can also watch videos from select episodes on our Marriott Bonvoy YouTube channel.
Oneika Raymond dials into Chicago's Bronzeville neighborhood, where historian Sherman ‘Dilla' Thomas takes us on a bus tour through the birthplace of gospel music and Black History Month located just four miles south of the city's downtown. Bronzeville has quickly become the most popular neighborhood tour that Dilla offers through his bus tour company, Chicago Mahogany Tours, thanks in part to the viral TikToks that Dilla makes to illuminate the history and contributions of Bronzeville, formerly known as the Black Metropolis. On his tour, Dilla brings the energy of his TikToks, and the stories of Bronzeville, to life. We start out on Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, a road steeped in history. The 14-mile long street was renamed for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in 1968, making Chicago the first city in the country to name a street after the slain civil rights icon. As we drive the thoroughfare, we learn how Chicago's Black community created its own thriving business and artistic community within its boundaries — which brings us to our next stop on the tour. We roll through the Blues district on 47th street, home to the spirit and sounds of the electric Chicago Blues that filled this nightlife corridor in the 1930s. Along the way, Dilla points out the home of jazz great Louis Armstrong, one of a handful of jazz legends who lived in Bronzeville. We end our musical leg of the tour at the birthplace of gospel music, the National Museum of Gospel Music.For the first time on the tour, we step off the bus at our next stop. We find ourselves standing in front of an impressive monument dedicated to Ida B. Wells Barnett called the “Light of Truth”. The 35-foot tall structure, built to honor the journalist and civil rights activist, is Chicago's first monument officially designated to a Black woman.We end the tour at Bronzeville Winery, a neighborhood staple helping to shape a 21st-century version of the metropolis we just toured. Co-owner Cecilia Cuff shares how the winery supports community, from its wine list, which is made up of 75 percent minority or women-owned bottles, to the local artists, musicians and staffers it works with daily. Then, Dilla heads to the DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center for a full-circle conversation with Oneika. They discuss the impact that Bronzeville has had, not only on Chicago, but globally, and talk about the history that's continuing to be made here today. To read full episode transcripts from About the Journey and see photos of each featured destination, head to About the Journey on Marriott Bonvoy Traveler. Starting this season, you can also watch videos from select episodes on our Marriott Bonvoy YouTube channel.
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Oneika Raymond heads to Little River, Miami, a creative hub north of downtown and across the bay from Miami Beach. There, she's joined by local entrepreneur Isabella “Izzy” Acker for a driving tour of the area where Isabella launched Tigre Sounds, a global music discovery platform with a focus on Latin artists. Through it, Isabella hosts live Tigre Sessions, or music events in lesser-known neighborhoods and venues across the city. Oneika meets up with Isabella at Sweat Records, an independent record store in Little Haiti and a go-to location for music lovers. Oneika has recently moved to Miami and made it her home base, so she's excited to hop in the car with Isabella to get a feel for a trio of neighborhoods that are new to her: Little Haiti, Little River, and Miami Modern, or MiMo for short. They're all within a five minute drive of each other, and home to an exciting creative community of artists, musicians, and entrepreneurs. Oneika and Isabella set off on a driving tour up Little Haiti's main corridor, Northeast 2nd Avenue. Along the way, Isabella points out mainstays like the Little Haiti Cultural Center, Chef Creole, and the B&M Market. From there, they venture into Little River, where the buildings begin to look more industrial and Isabella shares tips for different music venues to check out, like Understory and Helmet One. The final neighborhood in the tour is MiMo, an area along Biscayne Boulevard known for its unique style of architecture featuring curved walls, modern angles, and geometric patterns. You'll find all sorts of fusion restaurants on the thoroughfare as well, including Luna Pasta e Dolci, an Argentine-Italian restaurant which boasts some of the tastiest empanadas in the city. Oneika and Isabella grab a bite at Caracas Bakery, a Venezuelan-owned and French-inspired café serving up pastries and coffee with a Venezuelan twist. There, they reflect on the diversity of the neighborhood and the importance of supporting local businesses.They end the day by sitting down to discuss how Isabella is committed to doing her part to build experiences beyond Miami's beaches that both locals and visitors can enjoy – and why live music and supporting Latin artists is such a big part of that commitment. They talk about the present and the future of the Latin music scene in Miami, the live music venues to support across the city, and how Isabella is raising awareness for Latin music in Miami and beyond through Tigre Sounds.Thanks to Tigre Den for providing a Tigre Session recording of Miluhska performing Loba for this episode.To read full episode transcripts from About the Journey and see photos of each featured destination, head to About the Journey on Marriott Bonvoy Traveler. Starting this season, you can also watch videos from select episodes on our Marriott Bonvoy YouTube channel.
Reclaim Your Power through the BIPOC lens of Isabel Franke and Oneika Mays as they share their spiritual stories of past and present to help you to Access Your Roots to Heal + Move Forward. Welcome to Motherland. About Oneika: Oneika Mays, she/her, LMT, E-RYT, is a multi-hyphenate facilitator who leads with joy, passion, and wisdom. She is a grounded leader with lived experience that centers on mindfulness and transformation. As a Black, queer feminist she brings a poignant lens to building a world that is more compassionate and understanding. With deep roots and knowledge in Buddhist and yogic teachings, Oneika delivers practical application and authentic connection through her facilitation skills. With openness and vulnerability, she facilitates the space to talk about change and embrace every part of ourselves. Oneika has been practicing yoga for more than 20 years, and guiding yoga and meditation for more than a decade. Since then, she has used her knowledge to support social justice nonprofits and historically excluded communities. She served as the Mindfulness Coach at Rikers Island Correctional Facility for 4 years and is currently a teacher for Yoga International, an inclusive and accessible online studio with classes designed for every level of practice. Oneika's ability to take big ideas and distill them down into understandable and relatable learnings allows her to show up as a conduit for transformation. She is your teacher, your auntie, your friend, and an intuitive soul here for the work of personal and collective liberation. From mindfulness and movement classes to keynote addresses and board meetings, Oneika consistently delivers a practical application of transformative practices at the intersection of joy and disruption. Book Oneika as your next wellness speaker, yoga teacher trainer, or retreat guide at: www.OneikaMays.com. Join her movement to tap into joy and change the world by connecting with her on Instagram at @OneikaMays. About Isabel: Isabel Franke, an esteemed spiritual intuition coach, psychic medium, and accomplished author, embarked on her professional journey in 2013. From a tender age of six, she unearthed her extraordinary abilities, subsequently dedicating herself to honing her craft through comprehensive training in diverse energy healing modalities and life coaching techniques. With unwavering passion, Isabel assists individuals worldwide in harnessing the depths of their intuition, facilitating profound healing experiences, and embarking on transformative journeys. She specializes in guiding her clients through shadow work, empowering them to make life-altering decisions while embracing and acknowledging their innate power, audacity, and boundless creativity. Through her unparalleled expertise and compassionate approach, Isabel Franke continues to inspire and empower countless souls on their quest for self-discovery and personal growth. Social Media Handle + Links: •Youtube: https://m.youtube.com/@motherlandpodcast •Motherland can also be found on any platform thats streams podcasts (spotify, apple, etc) •instagram: @motherlandthepodcast Website: Youtube: https://m.youtube.com/@motherlandpodcast
Oneika Raymond dials into South Central, Los Angeles, where local cycling enthusiast Michelle Moro takes us for a tour in her beloved hometown. Born and raised in South Central, Michelle knows her neighborhood inside and out - but she still takes the time to explore like a traveler when she documents her bike rides on her TikTok, @miche1ada. To showcase the past and present of historic South Central, Michelle hops on her glittery blue bike for a ride up South Central Avenue, one of the longest roads in the city. She begins the tour at the intersection of South Central and East Slauson Avenue, where she quickly points out the Snack Shack, a red and yellow stand that's been serving burgers and fries since 1941. Michelle's first stop on the tour is the original site of the Dunbar Hotel, where jazz legends like Billie Holiday and Duke Ellington stayed when they performed next door at Club Alabam between the 1920's and 1940's. Today the hotel is a home for elderly community members, though its historic brick facade, lobby, and grand entryway have been preserved in recognition of the Dunbar's significance to the neighborhood. Michelle pays tribute to the rich history of the avenue before moving on to grab breakfast at Delicious at the Dunbar, a restaurant serving a mix of soul food and Mexican specialties. From there, she sets off on foot down Central Avenue to take in the community-informed murals being installed by South Central Arts as part of the Green Alleys Network. While there, Michelle bumps into artist José Cruz and South Central Arts founder Will Flores, who share how the project is both inspired by and reflective of the community that call South Central home.To end the day, Oneika and Michelle sit down to discuss the benefits of slowing down to really get to know a place and how local organizations are helping Los Angeles visitors and locals alike do just that. To read full episode transcripts from About the Journey and see photos of each featured destination, head to About the Journey on Marriott Bonvoy Traveler. Starting this season, you can also watch videos from select episodes on our Marriott Bonvoy YouTube channel.
Oneika Raymond travels to the heart of Peckham, a bustling neighborhood in South London just a few miles southeast of the Thames River. There, she joins local author Jendella Benson for a walking tour of the district she holds dear. Peckham is where Jendella set her debut novel, Hope and Glory, in order to pay tribute to the town and its Nigerian-British community.Oneika meets up with Jendella at Peckham Rye station to kick off the tour of Rye Lane, Peckham's main thoroughfare and the place to shop its local markets, dine on international flavors, and people watch. No matter the day of the week, Rye Lane is buzzing thanks to its numerous markets, food vendors, and beauty salons. Then, Jendella takes Oneika to Peckhamplex, a cinema tucked back from Rye Lane. With its £4.99 tickets, it's a staple for a casual night out. They also view Peckham Portraits, a collection of images of iconic Black British actors changing the face of cinema.From there, Oneika and Jendella duck into a traditional indoor Peckham market, where they marvel at the textiles, imported peanuts, and shea butter. It's truly one-stop shopping, and indicative of the entrepreneurial spirit of the neighborhood. The last stop on the tour is Peckham Palms, a modern interpretation of Peckham's indoor markets, and a Black-women led mall that's supporting local innovation. Peckham is a Black-beauty hub, and the Palms provides affordable rent and fosters community. They end the day at The Flygerians, a café-in-residence at the Palms run by local sisters Jess and Jo Edun. While chowing down on Nigerian street food specialties like jollof rice bowls and efo riro, Oneika and Jendella discuss how Peckham inspired Hope and Glory, how reading can be one of the most authentic ways to travel, and Jendella's best advice to engage with the community when you visit Peckham.To read full episode transcripts from About the Journey and see photos of each featured destination, head to About the Journey on Marriott Bonvoy Traveler. Starting this season, you can also watch videos from select episodes on our Marriott Bonvoy YouTube channel.
Host Oneika Raymond takes the A-line up to Washington Heights, a loud, vibrant Dominican neighborhood in New York City, to join local Hector Espinal for a walking tour of his hometown. Hector is the co-founder of We Run Uptown, the first-ever running group in uptown Manhattan, and the perfect guide to get to know the streets of Washington Heights. Oneika joins Hector at Locksmith Bar, a popular local watering hole and the meeting point for We Run Uptown's weekly Monday runs, before heading out to visit some of Hector's favorite sights, restaurants and running routes in the area. To kick off the tour, Hector shows Oneika a local shortcut to avoid walking some of the steepest hills in all of Manhattan as they make their way to St. Nicholas Ave., a bustling thoroughfare at the heart of Washington Heights. St. Nicholas Ave. They stroll down the busy avenue towards 182nd St. to check out its famed street vendors, including Nidia Rivera, who's been selling the Dominican dessert habichuelas con dulce for over 30 years. Then, Hector and Oneika stop for a traditional Dominican breakfast at La Casa del Mofongo. Over the meal, Hector and Oneika connect over their shared Caribbean roots, as Hector shares what it was like for him growing up in Washington Heights. We learn about la cultura of the neighborhood and its people, and the welcoming running culture that Hector's helped create here. Hector and Oneika end the day at J. Hood Wright Park, a quiet pocket of Washington Heights with one of the best views of the George Washington Bridge, before taking off for a victory run to close out the tour.To read full episodes of About the Journey and see photos from the day, head to About the Journey on Marriott Bonvoy Traveler. Starting this season, you can also watch videos from a few of these trips on our Marriott Bonvoy Youtube channel.
What does it mean to truly know a city? About the Journey is a travel show about getting off the beaten path to better understand the places we visit. In Season 3, travel journalist and Marriott Bonvoy member Oneika Raymond visits lesser-known neighborhoods in six iconic cities across the world. With the help of locals who know their neighborhoods best, Oneika learns what makes these destinations one-of-a-kind: from the sights, sounds and flavors, to the hidden gems, and so much more.About the Journey is a podcast produced by Marriott Bonvoy Traveler, AT WILL MEDIA, and Oneika Raymond. Listen and follow the show here.
Hosts Atoya Burleson and Tia Avril are back for another episode! Tia shares a funny story about her husband and his passport. Atoya has been juggling invites for bar mitzvah celebrations with her daughter and preparing for Lil Nate's graduation. Next up Hot Takes, the ladies discuss the WNBA's two game suspension of Las Vegas Aces head coach Becky Hammon. Hammon was suspended for comments she made to Dearica Hamby prior to Dearica being traded to the Los Angeles Sparks in January. The WNBA also rescinded the Aces 2025 1st round draft pick. Finally, Tia and Atoya are joined by Oneika Raymond, Emmy award-winning travel expert, journalist & host. The ladies discuss: (13:02)13:39 - Oneika explains where she got her love for travel24:10 - How she became a travel influencer32:41 - Her experiences living overseas as a black woman41:27 - Travel Hacks for traveling with kids51:58 - Tips for traveling solo55:29 - Oneika's most exciting adventures1:00:22 - Meeting her German husband in Hong Kong1:05:08: - Two Minute DrillBe sure to follow, rate and review the podcast on the Apple Podcast and Spotify apps. It really helps us out! Thanks so much for listening and supporting our show! We appreciate you.This Week's GuestOneika RaymondOneika's LinksFollow us on Instagram!insideLINES PodcastAtoya BurlesonTia AvrilVideoWatch Episodes on Our YouTube Channel!Contact UsWebsite: www.inSIDELINESpodcast.comEmail: hello@insidelinespodcast.com Voicemail: https://www.speakpipe.com/insideLINES TeamAudio/Video Editor: Brian Keim
Hosts Atoya Burleson and Tia Avril are back for another episode! Tia shares a funny story about her husband and his passport. Atoya has been juggling invites for bar mitzvah celebrations with her daughter and preparing for Lil Nate's graduation. Next up Hot Takes, the ladies discuss the WNBA's two game suspension of Las Vegas Aces head coach Becky Hammon. Hammon was suspended for comments she made to Dearica Hamby prior to Dearica being traded to the Los Angeles Sparks in January. The WNBA also rescinded the Aces 2025 1st round draft pick. Finally, Tia and Atoya are joined by Oneika Raymond, Emmy award-winning travel expert, journalist & host. The ladies discuss: (13:02)13:39 - Oneika explains where she got her love for travel24:10 - How she became a travel influencer32:41 - Her experiences living overseas as a black woman41:27 - Travel Hacks for traveling with kids51:58 - Tips for traveling solo55:29 - Oneika's most exciting adventures1:00:22 - Meeting her German husband in Hong Kong1:05:08: - Two Minute DrillBe sure to follow, rate and review the podcast on the Apple Podcast and Spotify apps. It really helps us out! Thanks so much for listening and supporting our show! We appreciate you.This Week's GuestOneika RaymondOneika's LinksFollow us on Instagram!insideLINES PodcastAtoya BurlesonTia AvrilVideoWatch Episodes on Our YouTube Channel!Contact UsWebsite: www.inSIDELINESpodcast.comEmail: hello@insidelinespodcast.com Voicemail: https://www.speakpipe.com/insideLINES TeamAudio/Video Editor: Brian Keim
Join us for a chat with the incomparable Oneika Phillips, as we do a deep dive into the current Broadway Production of 1776 that she is starring in that runs till January 8th, and then a fascinating and cathartic talk about her time at SU, where she had difficulties adapting, but soared very successfully carrying 32 credits on her back a semester. It's an incredible and inspiring conversation. Support The Conner & Smith Show on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/ConnerandSmith?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator And join the Discord Discussion here: https://discord.gg/qPhU8zU6 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/connerandsmithshow/message
Have you ever wished you could improve your storytelling skills surrounding travel? This week I am joined by travel journalist and friend to the show, Oneika Raymond to talk about the art of storytelling, what it's like to be a travel journalist, and how her nomadic life has changed over the years. Oneika has visited 120 Countries over 6 continents and is on a mission to educate, empower and encourage exploration. She started her career as a secondary school teacher, eventually becoming an award-winning journalist, speaker, podcast host, and Emmy-winning television host. If you love the spirit of wanderlust, then you don't want to miss this episode. We talk about why you should take an adult gap year, advice on what it takes to tell a great story, the top 3 cities you must visit, why completion is more important than perfection, factors to consider if you're considering settling down, and so much more. What are your favorite stories from traveling? I'd love to hear a few and hope you will share them by sending me an audio message. Don't forget that if you want access to the private Zero To Travel podcast feed, a bonus episode every month (decided on by YOU), exclusive content, direct access to me to answer your questions, and more. Click Here To Try Premium Passport For Only $1 and get: Access To The Zero To Travel Podcast Archives (300+ amazing episodes and growing) One Bonus Episode Per Month (Decided By YOU) + Exclusive Content You Can't Hear Anywhere Else Ask Me (Jason) Your Burning Questions, and Get A Personal Answer! All Episodes Ad-Free (From April 2021 Onward) Today's episode is brought to you by The North Face - providing athlete-tested Jackets proven to be highly insulated, warm, breathable & durable so you can focus on what matters. It's more than a jacket, it's a calling to get out and explore. Today's episode is also sponsored by US Bank Visa Platinum Card, perfect for large purchases, unexpected expenses, and balance transfers. To see if you qualify for the lowest APR out there, visit usbank.com/platinum today. Get yours today in stores or at www.thenorthface.com. We also proudly support the About the Journey podcast. Host Oneka Raymond takes you around North America to answer the question what does it mean to travel better? Search for About the Journey today wherever you get your podcasts! Tune In To Learn: Why Oneika has slowed down her pace of travel and which countries she keeps revisiting What motivated Oneika and her husband to settle in Miami after an adult gap year The difference between being nomadic and being an ex-pat The key factors to consider when looking for a place to settle down Why the U.S. inspires Oneika as an entrepreneur The elements required to tell a good story How to understand and connect with your audience as a storyteller Why its necessary to be adaptable when telling a story The importance of having humility when storytelling Similarities between entrepreneurship and traveling Advice about being a successful entrepreneur Why completion is more important than perfection How to fake it till you make it and overcome imposter syndrome The hack that will help you use people as inspiration rather than intimidation Travel advice from a long-time nomad The best and worst parts about being a TV personality Which 3 cities Oneika says everyone should visit 3 Books everyone needs to read Oneika's most treasured travel memories And so much more Resources: Join Zero To Travel Premium Passport The North Face, US Bank Visa Platinum Card,& About the Journey - Today's Sponsors Learn more about Oneika's projects Check out Oneika's travels Follow Oneika on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter The 2022 Travel Vanguard Want More? The Slow Travel Philosophy + Traveling As A Black Woman with Oneika Raymond A Soulful Southern Road Trip: About The Journey With Oneika Raymond Travel Role Models and The Minority Nomad w/ Erick Prince
Hey, listeners! Remember last season, when we introduced you to a podcast called About the Journey? In season two, travel journalist Oneika Raymond takes us on a trip around North America to explore what it means to travel better. She's picked six cities and six entirely unique experiences. Throughout each episode, Oneika connects with locals who can speak to the heart of the dynamic cities we're traveling to. They'll tell us where to go, what to do, and how to see the world in more sustainable and meaningful ways. In the episode we're about to hear, Oneika will take us to Anacostia, one of the oldest neighborhoods in Washington, D.C., to visit Mahogany, the community's first Black-owned bookstore in over two decades, which sells works by Black authors. Subscribe today—learn more here.
In this episode Isabel discusses the various viewpoints of Joy with Oneika Mays. They discuss how to embrace Joy in not only spirituality but also in the BIPOC community. They mention topics that no one is discussing regarding spirituality and much more.Oneika Mays is a yoga, meditation, writer and mindfulness coach at Rykers Island Correctional Facility. She has been featured in numerous interviews as well as on Lost Resort TV series. Oneika MaysWebsite: https://www.oneikamays.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oneikamays/Contact For Successfully Spiritual (Isabel Franke)Email: isabelmindbodysoul@gmail.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/franke.isabel/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@isabel.franke?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcWebsite: https://isabel...
Oneika Raymond walks Castro Street with filmmaker and drag performer Joshua Grannell (he/him) on their way to opening night of Frameline, the largest and longest running queer film festival in the world.The Castro is a historic San Francisco neighborhood which first became known as a hub for the Gay Civil Rights Movement of the 1970s. Oneika meets up with Joshua, or Peaches Christ, outside Queer A.F., a queer arts space dedicated to keeping LGBTQ+ artists in the Bay Area. It's also the site of Castro Camera, the former headquarters of Harvey Milk, the first openly gay man to be elected to public office in California. Joshua takes Oneika on a tour down memory lane as they stroll Castro Street's Rainbow Honor Walk, pointing out notable figures like disco singer Sylvester along the way. He reflects on how the neighborhood has changed since he moved to the enclave as an aspiring filmmaker in 1996, and points out one institution that continues to be a gathering place for the queer community: the famed Castro Theatre. Oneika and Joshua continue their conversation at Orphan Andy's, a rainbow-themed greasy spoon that has been serving up late night eats since 1977. There, she learns more of the lesser-told history behind the city's queer neighborhoods, like the newly designated Transgender District in the Tenderloin. Joshua also shares how he got his start as a drag queen, and why the Castro was the perfect neighborhood for him to foster that self-expression and launch his drag show, Midnight Mass. Of course, there are countless drag performances to choose from across the city, be it brunch at El Toro, cabaret at the Oasis, or seasonal shows at W San Francisco. They'll wrap up the day by heading to the red carpet at Castro Theatre for Frameline and witness that cinematic magic come to life in the audience
Flowing East and West: The Perfectly Imperfect Journey to a Fulfilled Life
Oneika Mays has always been a seeker, even as a young child. She grew up in a stable family structure, went to good schools, and even landed in a fulfilling career she loved. But there was always something nagging at her, just below the surface: she wanted to trust herself, but couldn't quite get there. Then, one day in yoga class, her instructor said “You can change or be comfortable, but not both.” As tears streamed down her face she realized she needed a change, and was ready to embrace the discomfort. Fast forward to today and Oneika is still a seeker, learning and transforming as she teaches yoga and meditation to individuals and groups both inside prison and on the outside. She has an amazing story - please join us to hear Oneika's perfectly imperfect journey. About Oneika Mays: Oneika Mays (LMT, E-RYT) transitioned to yoga and meditation from a 20 year career in corporate retail leadership over 10 years ago. Oneika used that experience to support social justice non-profits and teach meditation/yoga inside jails. Today, she is the first Mindfulness Coach at Rikers Island Correctional Facility. At Rikers she works one-on-one with community members in a therapeutic setting. Sessions are a combination of modalities and are infused with compassion. These sessions help people foster resilience and agency. She believes that our justice system needs to focus on transformation and restoration rather than punishment. This idea of liberation and compassion is woven into her work whether it's in a jail, speaking to audiences or teaching meditation. In addition to teaching meditation and yoga Oneika facilitates workshops and trainings centered around resilience, liberation and compassion. She believes that meditation, movement and mindfulness practices can forge a path to freedom. Currently Oneika is working on a scripted project she created, Blur, a story about two atypical teenagers navigating their identity in the 1980s. Her co-writer is Steven Mclaine. Oneika is bringing meditation and yoga to Arizona as a featured presenter at the Sedona Yoga Festival. She is also the co-host of the soon to be released podcast, But You Don't Sound Black with Rasheed J. Daniel. She can currently be seen on TBS' Lost Resort. Instagram: https://Instagram.com/oneikamays Website: www.oneikamays.com Featured presenter at Embodied Philosophy's conference, “Radical Teaching.” Oneika's talk is “Disrupting with Love.” https://www.embodiedphilosophy.com/event/radical-teaching-roundup/ Board Member: One Love Prison Meditation Project: https://onelovepmp.org/ Projects in development: Creator/Writer - BLUR Production Company - TeamSheed Producer- Rasheed J. Daniel Consultant/Co-host - FREE SPIRIT Producer- Ben Dwork Creator- Becca Elrich Contributor Co-host Spiritual Citizenship Conference 2021- In Conversation with Cornel West Faculty- Interdependence Project - Meditation Teacher Training Featured NY1 Yoga Journal CNBC Aligned Magazine Tarka Journal
Oneika Raymond dials into Vancouver's historic Chinatown to learn how local entrepreneur Carol Lee has been leading the charge to save the historic neighborhood. Carol is the chair and founder of the Vancouver Chinatown Foundation, and is dedicated to revitalizing the neighborhood without losing its invaluable cultural heritage.Oneika learns about the history of the Chinese community in Vancouver, and how Chinatown became home for many after the Canadian Pacific Railroad was completed in 1885. While Chinatown has experienced a gradual decline in the last 20 years, Vancouver locals have a special place in their hearts for the area and are banding together to help save it. And Carol is leading the charge. Examples of her work include building affordable housing and opening the first museum in Canada that shines a spotlight on the Chinese-Canadian experience. And as you'll hear, she's just getting started.Along the way, Carol takes us on a tour of Chinatown. She points out the beauty of the early 20th century architecture, like the Lim Building, stops by the Chinatown Storytelling Centre, and reflects on the significance of the Millenium Gate. We also hear from the manager of her Hong Kong barbecue style restaurant, Chinatown BBQ, who shares Carol's vision for harnessing the nostalgia of Chinatown of yesteryear while serving today's diverse clientele. Carol also shares must-visit sites and eats with Oneika, including the lush Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Gardens, the donuts at Mello, and dim sum at Jade Dynasty.
Oneika Raymond makes her way to Dallas, Texas on Juneteenth weekend for the legendary 33rd Annual Texas Black Invitational Rodeo to get to know Black cowboy culture and history, a part of the American story that often goes untold. From galloping horses and the hoots and hollers of the more than 300 competing Black cowboys and cowgirls to the reverential sound of the Black National Anthem performed by Dallas local Angel White, we take you behind the scenes of one of the most popular rodeo events around. We'll hear from Charles Hearn, the great-grandson of Cleo Hearn, also known as Mr. Black Rodeo, who founded the Cowboys of Color in 1971. He shares how he's carrying forward his family's legacy and shaping the new Black West. But first, we'll make a stop at the African American Museum of Dallas to take a look back. Oneika sits down with Dr. Marvin Dulaney, the Deputy Director of the museum to hear the origins of the Black cowboy and understand why this history has largely been erased from popular Western media and public knowledge. Dr. Dulaney will also give us insight into what the rodeo means for the story of Dallas today. So dust off your boots and join us for an action-packed evening of barrel racing, bull riding, steer roping and storytelling.
Oneika dials into Puerto Rico to talk about regenerative travel with Carmen Portela and Iris Landruá of Local Guest, a tourism agency that connects visitors to sustainable experiences.She'll learn about the rich natural beauty of the Caribbean island and hear how Local Guest is partnering with locals to share their knowledge of the island with visitors looking to travel more consciously. Carmen and Iris give us insight into how nature and city life collide in San Juan, something they felt acutely when hurricanes Irma and Maria devastated their home island only a month after launching the business. We hear how Local Guest went from travel agency to relief organization, and how that spirit of rebuilding community lives on in everything they do.Then, we'll wade into the red mangrove forests that line Laguna del Condado for a reforestation tour with Coalición Restauración Ecosistemas Santurcinos, or CRES. Yvette Núñez, executive director of CRES, will share why these coastal trees are so vital to protecting Puerto Rico's coastline and help visitors take part in planting new seeds. Along the way, we'll also get turned on to lesser-visited parts of Puerto Rico, like the mountains in Utuado and Adjuntas in the center of Puerto Rico, or the great views from Pico Rodadero and the striking landscape of the Guánica dry forest in the southwest.
Oneika Raymond travels to the Mile High City and hits the trail at Denver's Genesee Mountain Park to learn more about how we can make the outdoors a more welcoming place for all.She'll lace up her hiking boots to join Denverite Beth Bradley for a short trek along the Genesee Summit Trail, a short drive from downtown Denver. Beth is a plus-sized hiker whose relationship with her body and her hometown were transformed forever when she went for her first hike. We'll hear how Beth didn't always feel included in Denver's vibrant outdoor scene, but how claiming time on the trail for herself helped her tap into the community and motivated her to want to share the benefits of nature with more people.Using the Denver Sheraton Downtown as basecamp, Beth shared her recommendations for best day hikes along with other outdoor adventures to consider like kayaking the rapids at Confluence Park or cycling the Cherry Creek Regional Trail, but at over 8,000 feet elevation and with views of 14,000 foot Mount Evans, Genesee Park was the perfect place to spend a breezy afternoon.Since Beth was born and raised in Denver, she gave Oneika lots of insider insights about her city, including why it's worth standing in line at Little Man Ice Cream for a post-hike treat and why any food slathered with green chiles is quintessentially Colorado.
Oneika Mays shares her journey and gets vulnerable about the complexities and beauty of the human experience. From deep wounds to incredible triumphs - she highlights the process of inner transformation that is liberating and empowers one to thrive.Oneika Mays (LMT, E-RYT) transitioned to yoga and meditation from a 20-year career incorporate retail leadership over 10 years ago. Oneika used that experience to support socialjustice non-profits and teach meditation/yoga inside jails. Today, she is the first MindfulnessCoach at Rikers Island Correctional Facility. At Rikers she works one-on-one with communitymembers in a therapeutic setting. Sessions are a combination of modalities and are infused withcompassion. These sessions help people foster resilience and agency. She believes that ourjustice system needs to focus on transformation and restoration rather than punishment. Thisidea of liberation and compassion is woven into her work whether it's in a jail, speaking toaudiences, or teaching meditation. In addition to teaching meditation and yoga Oneika facilitatesworkshops and training centered around resilience, liberation and compassion. She believesthat meditation, movement and mindfulness practices can forge a path to freedom.
Jamaican Jerk Chicken in Toronto, towering museums in Ottawa, and matcha eclairs in Montreal. Join Host Oneika Raymond on a road trip from Ontario to Quebec to see some of the diversity of people, places, and foods that Canada has to offer. We start our journey in Toronto, where Oneika grew up. On Eglinton Avenue, we meet up with Oneika's friend and local newscaster Brandon Gonez to learn about the neighborhood of Little Jamaica. We hear about some of the best food on this strip at places like Randy's andSunlight Bakery, along with the historic significance of the neighborhood, and what travelers can do to help this area thrive.Next, we head northeast towards Ottawa to visit the Canadian Museum of History. Here, standing under the world's largest indoor collection of totem poles, we speak with Dean Oliver, the museum's head of research. Oliver shares why it's important to acknowledge the stories of hundreds of Indigenous identities that shape Canada today. Then it's off to our last stop: Montreal. Here we sample pastries that are born out of a mixture of French and Japanese culinary traditions. We meet Hiroko Fukuhura and Carolle De Boisvilliers, the owners of Fous Desserts, a well-known patisserie in the heart of Plateau Mont-Royal. Finally, we end our journey at the Humaniti Hotel Montreal, an Autograph Collection hotel participating in Marriott Bonvoy. This hotel features stunning architecture and an art collection of over 150 works throughout the building.Thanks to our guests on this episode for sharing their stories along the route. Check out Brandon Gonez's show at https://brandongonezshow.com, take a virtual tour of the Canadian Museum of History at https://www.historymuseum.ca, and for mouth-watering pictures of Fous Desserts pastries, follow them at instagram.com/fousdesserts. Special thanks to Z Bar & Grille for hosting our conversation in Little Jamaica. Check out their menu at https://zbarandgrille.ca/. For more about this route —and to get other road trip ideas —visit Marriott Bonvoy Traveler at traveler.marriott.com/road-trip-ideas. To learn more and book a room at the Humaniti Hotel Montreal, visit the hotel's website: https://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/yulak-humaniti-hotel-montreal-autograph-collection/.This is our last episode of the season, so thank you for coming along with us for the ride. If you like the show, please give us a rating and subscribe, and travel well.
At 40 years old, Oneika Mays found herself in limbo. After walking away from a great paying job with all the perks she could never have imagined possible for herself growing up, she found herself in the middle of a sweaty hot yoga class in New York City and on a threshold. In the throes of chair pose, she realized she didn't know the way forward, but she knew it wasn't what she had been doing—the way ahead was outside her comfort zone. Today, Oneika is a Mindfulness Coach working full-time in Rikers Island Correctional Facility in New York, and everyday she explores the grayness of finding joy and connection in a jail while also believing that the oppressive system must crumble. “Joy does sometimes exist in conjunction with pain or with sorrow,” she says, and “we have to allow that to happen.” In addition to her work within the prison system, she teaches classes, facilitates workshops and trainings, and leads retreats. She believes that when we can connect with ourselves we can become more connected to the world around us. Connect with Oneika Website: https://www.oneikamays.com Instagram: @oneikamays Twitter: @oneikamays Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OneikasYogaLife/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ashley-asti/message
Episode 007 is where I discuss Oneika the Traveler's solo travel article, titled “Why a solo vacation is the best self-care a woman can give herself”.Many women have attempted to write such an article and many have succeeded but Oneika's blog post touched my soul. She is an excellent writer and you should follow her on all social media channels.Anyway, on my travel agency website, I wrote that "Solo Travel is the highest form of self-indulgence. It allows a person the opportunity to enjoy a destination on their own - no compromises, no schedule, no drama."Truly “no noise from others” is the only way to de-stress and recharge. Solo Travel is empowering and essential.And Oneika's post is basically encouraging all women to be selfish. At least every once in a while.Webster's Dictionary definition of Selfish says: concerned excessively or exclusively with oneself; seeking or concentrating on one's own advantage, pleasure, or well-being without regard for others.Pleasure, well-being… Selfish is not a bad word to me. That's why I named my travel agency, SelfishMe Travel.Women have always been the nurturers and caretakers from before time began. You've raised your children (maybe even your grandchildren) or you've taken care of your spouse, significant other, lover, parents, in-laws, neighbors, friends, or coworkers... everyone except yourself.Okay, maybe being an only child gives me the advantage to think like that but... one of my lifelong goals has been to influence female family members and friends to finally think of themselves first, to be selfish, to feel good about wanting to be alone for a window of time, and that solo travel is safe.I'm also going to use this podcast as a tool to encourage you towards solo travel, going beyond your comfort zone, and stepping out on faith.The Slow Traveling Soul Sister podcast is sponsored and hosted by SelfishMe Travel. Follow me on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest, YouTube, or join my travel agency email list. You can also email me at info@selfishmetravel.com and/or check out my website.
Listen to this: About the Journey, the podcast that takes you on an audio road trip with travel lover Oneika Raymond.Each episode of About the Journey takes you on the road along routes like Miami to Key West, Oahu's North Shore, or Wyoming's National Parks. You get to ride along with host and travel journalist Oneika Raymond, who you might know from the Travel Channel or her incredible instagram. Oneika is so passionate about the growth and experiences that come from travel that she's made it her life's work to help empower others to see the world, too. ResourcesListen to About the Journey PodcastOneika Raymond's InstagramEpisode preview: From roller skates to birria tacos, this episode takes us southbound on the 5 from Los Angeles to sunny San Diego. Join Host Oneika Raymond on a road trip down one of the most famous coastlines in America to get a taste of southern California culture. Listen on Spotify.Join the She Explores Podcast community on FacebookVisit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on InstagramMusic is licensed through Musicbed.Episodes air bi-weekly this fall on Wednesdays-- subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss an episode.
How do you engage in social activism in a healthy, balanced sustainable manner? This podcast features the considerable social justice wisdom of Oneika Mays (she, her, certified meditation teacher, E-RYT, LMT and energy worker) who teaches mindfulness to incarcerated people at Rikers Island Correctional Facility in NYC. We discuss the significance of self-care and self-inquiry to social activism, and much more! Oneika is on Twitter: @oneikamays. Some things mentioned in the interview: On Forgiveness- Responsive Conference Social Justice and Yoga- Chitheads Podcast The Future of the yoga teacher- Embodied Philosophy Lost Resort | TBS.com CTZNWELL Raj Balkaran is a scholar, educator, consultant, and life coach. For information see rajbalkaran.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How do you engage in social activism in a healthy, balanced sustainable manner? This podcast features the considerable social justice wisdom of Oneika Mays (she, her, certified meditation teacher, E-RYT, LMT and energy worker) who teaches mindfulness to incarcerated people at Rikers Island Correctional Facility in NYC. We discuss the significance of self-care and self-inquiry to social activism, and much more! Oneika is on Twitter: @oneikamays. Some things mentioned in the interview: On Forgiveness- Responsive Conference Social Justice and Yoga- Chitheads Podcast The Future of the yoga teacher- Embodied Philosophy Lost Resort | TBS.com CTZNWELL Raj Balkaran is a scholar, educator, consultant, and life coach. For information see rajbalkaran.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network
Oneika Mays (LMT, E-RYT) transitioned to yoga and meditation from a 20 year career in corporate retail leadership over 10 years ago. Oneika used that experience to support social justice non-profits and teach meditation and yoga inside jails. Today, she is the first Mindfulness Coach at Rikers Island Correctional Facility. At Rikers she works one-on-one with community members in a therapeutic/medical setting. She believes that our justice system needs to focus on transformation and restoration rather than punishment. This idea of liberation and compassion is woven into her work whether it's in a jail or teaching meditation in a corporate environment. She believes that meditation, movement and mindfulness practices can forge a path to freedom. Power for the people.
Everybody wants to get paid more, but negotiating that pay increase is easier said than done- unless you're Oneika Raymond. Nobody knows the art of the deal better than Oneika, who's turned her small travel blog into a multiple six figure brand, and she's here to teach you how to negotiate your way into getting PAID to live your best life!CHECK OUT THE SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE: https://www.fulltimeinfluencer.co/blog/episode-4FREE NEW TRAINING: https://successfulinfluencer.com Save your spot now for our value-packed free training that will teach you how to explode your Instagram following and become a PAID influencer.FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @fulltimeinfluencer.coJOIN THE FULL-TIME INFLUENCER PROGRAM: https://successfulinfluencer.com/joinfti
Oneika’s back this week. We talk about tackling time management, the Meghan and Harry interview, an outburst about...salad and troublesome governors. Warning: At 1:08:00 we discuss sexual misconduct. We know this topic can be triggering so please skip through it if you need to. Dope and Black: https://vimeo.com/518855307
This week on Speaking Highly Jon & Indy zen out over YOGA - how it can improve your overall quality of life and how it can help you feel like you didn't sleep crumpled up in a suitcase. Then Jon talks to Oneika Mays who was most recently seen on TBS's Lost Resort. We get into how she re-found yoga, what the practice can do for you and her job teaching yoga and mindfulness to inmates at the notorious Rikers Island in New York. This is a pretty fantastic episode. Enjoy... and then get on the mat! ---Follow Oneika on social media:https://www.instagram.com/oneikamayshttps://www.twitter.com/oneikamayshttps://www.linktr.ee/oneikamays---Check out Jon's latest comedy album, COMPROMISED MATURITY: https://800pgr.lnk.to/HuckWEFollow Jon on social media:Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/jon_huckTwitter | Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/jonhuckJon's website | https://www.jonhuck.me/---Follow Producer Indy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/indyfawcett---Produced by https://www.chobo.co—Recorded 2021-02-06Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/speaking-highly-with-jon-huck/donations
This week, we’re talking about a musical that host Michael Fatica's middle school self would have loved - Spongebob Squarepants. I bet you’re thinking that it's just a musical for kids, but in his conversation with Oneika Phillips, she turns that misconception upside down. We chat about fake news, racism against squirrels, and so much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oneika came through for her monthly check in, a Black History Month edition of Petty or Nah, Trey Songz...eggplant and the “Come Over” debate.
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
Get your pens and pencils out!! We continue Onieka’s refreshing take on dance injuries in Part 3 We talk about the resources she used surrounding her spinal injuries she gives her sage advice of finding the right medical provider that understands dancers. We also talk about her sage advice about taking care of your product - make sure you catch the quick fire round! IG: @dragonpassionfruit
In part 2 we talk about how Onieka’s thoughts on how we can show up as your authentic self to become an intellectual asset and self-advocate to your product - your body. We also chat about the innovation and detriments that have come to the dance world because of COVID -19. IG: @dragonpassionfruit
Oneika Phillips is a burst of energy. She has the type of personality that can light up an entire theatre. And she does… quite often. Oneika has been dancing from ever since she can remember. Born in Guyana and raised in Grenada, Oneika was exposed to musicals via her parents VHS collection. Jesus Christ Superstar was her favorite.Oneika’s colorful personality and obvious talent and love for dance eventually lead her to attend University in Virginia. She admits that those years were not always the most joyous, however what they did was allow her to look within and discover things about herself that would prove useful both in life and career. Having lived in the Caribbean and East Africa, Oneika for the first time was “the other.” Instead of crumble under the pressures of that title, she embraced it and became just that. Oneika separated herself from the pack with positive thinking and an unbelievable work ethic.Onieka continues to be “the other”. She is exceptional. That little girl who fell in love with musicals in her living room in Grenada is now a celebrated actor, dancer and singer on theatres biggest platform, Broadway. Oneika has graced the stage and appeared in several of Broadway’s best shows in recent times including Fela! and Westside Story. Being a part of such productions has been rewarding enough, however Oneika has had the privilege of being a part of two casts that have won Tony Awards. In addition, she has danced with some of the best dance companies in New York City. Oneika embodies success, wrapped in a spirit of joy and humanity. She sees her purpose as larger than her individual accomplishments. She does it to encourage, to remember and to inspire. She does it for Grenada, the Caribbean, the ancestors… and for the culture! Even though she has done and accomplished much, Oneika is not done yet.This is the Story… Thus far… Of Oneika Phillips
The 1st Grenadian woman on Broadway We talked about her dance experience coming to the US , standing out as a black, Caribbean woman in dance. We chatted about her first injury and how it connects with the business of the arts . We touch on the culture of hiding injuries and the detriments to dancers and their careers.We also touch about unionization that affords dancers protection in the case of injury. IG: @dragonpassionfruit
Oneika Raymond is a journalist, media personality, and Travel Channel host whose adventures have taken her to over 115 countries on 6 continents. She chronicles her experiences on her blog and on Instagram (@oneikatraveller), and frequently uses her platform to shed light on racial injustice within the travel industry. For our travel-themed episode, Oneika joins At the Bar to discuss how she followed her passion and made the unexpected pivot from a career in education to a career in travel. She shares some eye-opening examples of the discrimination she’s faced within the luxury travel industry as a Black content creator, as well as insight into what brands—and travel enthusiasts—can do in order to be anti-racist. We also touch on the “exclusivity” problem in travel journalism, how to keep the Black Lives Matter conversation alive, and the importance of diversifying the content you’re surrounding yourself with on Instagram and on social media as a whole. To connect with Oneika Raymond: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oneikatraveller/ Website: http://www.oneikathetraveller.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OneikaTraveller/ Join the At The Bar Community: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/atthebarpod/ Web: https://www.atthebarpod.com/ Connect with Kristin Smith: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/krispxkristin/ Web: https://www.krispxkristin.com/ Connect with Lindsay Silberman: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lindsaysilb/ Web: https://www.lindsaysilberman.com/
Sometimes I’m still amazed at the connections you can make via social media, which is exactly how I became acquainted with our new guest, Tyler Janeé. Her early travel experiences started with family RV trips. A trip to Jamaica sparked her interest in international travel and for years she's been making it happen by any means necessary! In high school, a study abroad advisor visited her class to talk about collegiate study abroad opportunities (how cool)! From that point on, she knew study abroad was something she wanted to do. Once enrolled at Clark Atlanta University, she made her way to the study abroad office. After weighing her options, she decided on a program in Costa Rica! The program representative for International Studies Abroad assisted her with the enrollment, choosing a home stay family, and so much more. Prior to traveling abroad, she began researching online. Although there weren’t many resources at the time, she (fortunately) found Oneika Raymond’s blog Oneika the Traveler! Resources like her blog are extremely useful for Black students studying abroad; we both agreed that while this perspective has grown, there's so much more to be done especially as it relates to the study abroad sector. During the interview we discuss her in country adventures, managing reverse culture shock, teaching abroad and how these experience led to the creation of the Turbulence Podcast and her new nonprofit Study Elsewhere. Keep up with Tyler Janeé on Instagram @TylerJanee or on Tik Tok at TylerJanee_ Enjoy...You've Been STAMPED! _____________________________________________________ Stay Connected Blog: STAMPED by Travel Gene IG: @TravelGeneLLC FB: STAMPED by Travel Gene Twitter: STAMPED by Travel Gene
Oneika Raymond is the woman behind “Oneika the Traveller” -- the blog and Instagram platform -- and she’s also a video host personality and international speaker.This episode was originally posted in 2017 when Oneika and I had just finished shooting a video series together in the USA. It was episode #2 of this podcast!! I LOVE this episode, and am reposting it to give it new life now, as it is just as relevant right now as it was then. If you enjoy this podcast, you will LOVE this episode. Relistening to it made me feel inspired and in awe of my amazing friend Oneika all over again. In this conversation, we talk about travel (of course) and how it’s important for Oneika, as a Jamaican-Canadian, to represent diversity in the travel sector, she doesn’t see much of other people who look like her. We talk about being your own brand, the importance of being open to hard discussions online, and maintaining grace. She reminds us to operate from a position of “can” rather than “can’t.”ONEIKA RAYMOND@oneikatravellerwww.oneikathetraveller.comKEEP IT QUIRKY@keepitquirkypodcast@qkatieSubscribe to the monthly newsletter: http://eepurl.com/dNtAx2 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Instead of releasing a new episode, we’re dedicating this week to revisiting AMB episodes that are essential listening, especially right now. Each of these episodes centres the voice of a Black creator, or traveler, or activist. The travel community and industry is overwhelmingly white. It’s about time we talk about this, so we are chatting with black travel consultant, Martinique Lewis. Her work strives to change the existing narratives of travel by advocating for travelers that represent different demographics across multiple platforms. What is the Black Travel Movement? How important is representation in travel media? We break it down. --------------------------------------------------------------- Guest: Martinique Lewis, Black Travel Consultant and Digital Disrupter at https://www.martysandiego.com/ "With factors like the Black travel movement and millennial travelers driving the industry it can only change for the better! Although numbers don't lie, travel brands and tourism boards still haven't caught the wave of diversity and it's immensely frustrating! Tired of not seeing ourselves reflected when we look at ads and promotions knowing our travel dollars matter makes us take action and affect change!" Find her on Instagram @marty_sandiego Resources: UCLA Hollywood Diversity Report 2019 (https://socialsciences.ucla.edu/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/UCLA-Hollywood-Diversity-Report-2019-2-21-2019.pdf) THE TRAVEL INDUSTRY STILL DOESN'T GET IT: Diversity in travel report card (https://www.martysandiego.com/post/manage-your-blog-from-your-live-site) DIVERSITY IN TRAVEL REPORT/SCORE CARD (https://www.martysandiego.com/post/diversity-in-travel-report-score-card) For us, by us: 5 black-owned travel groups you should know about | Travelling While Black - Oneika the Traveller (http://www.oneikathetraveller.com/5-black-travel-groups-you-should-know.html) What being Black and Abroad means to me - Oneika the Traveller (http://www.oneikathetraveller.com/what-being-black-abroad-means.html) Air travellers from Middle East, Africa, Caribbean more likely to face secondary inspection: CBSA data (https://www.ctvnews.ca/politics/air-travellers-from-middle-east-africa-caribbean-more-likely-to-face-secondary-inspection-cbsa-data-1.3952908) Arrested At The Acropolis: What Really Happened (https://mybreakingviews.com/arrested-at-the-acropolis-what-really-happened/) How Black Millennials Are Changing the Face of Travel (https://time.com/4071798/black-millennials-travel-industry/) Alpaca My Bags is the podcast that is creating a platform for discussing travel through a critical lens. If you're a fan of the podcast, don't forget to subscribe, rate and review Alpaca My Bags! Follow us on social media @alpacamybagspod or join our Facebook Group: Alpaca YOUR Bags. Written and Hosted by: Erin Hynes (https://www.pinatravels.org/) Producer: Kattie Laur (http://www.kattielaur.com/) Music from Motion Array Logo by Christopher McCluskey
Episode Overview: The Unearth Women podcast celebrates travel through the stories of women. Nikki Vargas, Founding Editor of Unearth Women, catches up with Travel Channel host and journalist, Oneika Raymond. They discuss the changing landscape of travel content, how Oneika is navigating new motherhood amidst a pandemic, and the process of growing with your brand. Today's episode is adapted from an Instagram Live and edited by our Co-Founder, Elise Fitzsimmons. Liked today's episode? Please make sure to like, share, and subscribe. Social Media: Unearth Women: @unearthwomen Guest, Oneika Raymond: @oneikatraveller Host, Nikki Vargas: @niknakvargas Podcast Producer, Elise Fitzsimmons: @elise_fitz
The travel community and industry is overwhelmingly white. It’s about time we talk about this, so we are chatting with black travel consultant, Martinique Lewis. Her work strives to change the existing narratives of travel by advocating for travelers that represent different demographics across multiple platforms. What is the Black Travel Movement? How important is representation in travel media? We break it down. --------------------------------------------------------------- Guest: Martinique Lewis, Black Travel Consultant and Digital Disrupter at https://www.martysandiego.com/ "With factors like the Black travel movement and millennial travelers driving the industry it can only change for the better! Although numbers don't lie, travel brands and tourism boards still haven't caught the wave of diversity and it's immensely frustrating! Tired of not seeing ourselves reflected when we look at ads and promotions knowing our travel dollars matter makes us take action and affect change!" Find her on Instagram @marty_sandiego Resources: UCLA Hollywood Diversity Report 2019 (https://socialsciences.ucla.edu/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/UCLA-Hollywood-Diversity-Report-2019-2-21-2019.pdf) THE TRAVEL INDUSTRY STILL DOESN'T GET IT: Diversity in travel report card (https://www.martysandiego.com/post/manage-your-blog-from-your-live-site) DIVERSITY IN TRAVEL REPORT/SCORE CARD (https://www.martysandiego.com/post/diversity-in-travel-report-score-card) For us, by us: 5 black-owned travel groups you should know about | Travelling While Black - Oneika the Traveller (http://www.oneikathetraveller.com/5-black-travel-groups-you-should-know.html) What being Black and Abroad means to me - Oneika the Traveller (http://www.oneikathetraveller.com/what-being-black-abroad-means.html) Air travellers from Middle East, Africa, Caribbean more likely to face secondary inspection: CBSA data (https://www.ctvnews.ca/politics/air-travellers-from-middle-east-africa-caribbean-more-likely-to-face-secondary-inspection-cbsa-data-1.3952908) Arrested At The Acropolis: What Really Happened (https://mybreakingviews.com/arrested-at-the-acropolis-what-really-happened/) How Black Millennials Are Changing the Face of Travel (https://time.com/4071798/black-millennials-travel-industry/) Alpaca My Bags is the podcast that is creating a platform for discussing travel through a critical lens. If you're a fan of the podcast, don't forget to subscribe, rate and review Alpaca My Bags! Follow us on social media @alpacamybagspod or join our Facebook Group: Alpaca YOUR Bags. Written and Hosted by: Erin Hynes (https://www.pinatravels.org/) Producer: Kattie Laur (http://www.kattielaur.com/) Music from Motion Array Logo by Christopher McCluskey
There’s a strange reference right now about how being in isolation is akin to being locked up. We’re seeing that narrative replicated around the country in the many white-led riots against the stay-at-home rules. Let’s be clear: this quarantine is NOTHING like what people experience in prison. In fact, the outbreaks in prisons around the country reveal that incarcerated people are both more exposed and less able to protect themselves. But beyond the current circumstances, many are questioning the role and efficacy of incarceration all together. And one of those advocates is Oneika Mays, the first Mindfulness Coach at Rikers Island Correctional Facility, where she works one-on-one with incarcerated people to help them cope with the stress and trauma of incarceration and foster resilience for re-entry and recovery. Oneika says that our system “is a reflection of the society that we live in, and changes in society will change the way that we police, will change the way we treat certain people in schools and in certain neighborhoods. And when those kinds of things change, when we change our perception of the way that we view groups of people, that will lead to lasting change.” This conversation is fierce and vulnerable and exactly what we all need to hear right now. Special thanks to guest host Ryan LeMere and Oneika for putting forth the courageous conversation that we all need to be a part of right now. Connect with Oneika: -Follow her on Instagram at @oneikamays -Join her Monday meditations -Stay tuned for Oneika’s virtual retreats at www.oneikamays.com -Check her out in Aligned Magazine Here’s how you can take action: -Support incarcerated individuals impacted by COVID-19 through mutual aid -unlockjustice.org -Women’s Pretrial Release Initiative -The Women’s Project If this episode resonates with you, we’d love for you to take a screenshot and tag us on Instagram stories @ctznwell, @oneikamays, and @ryan_lemere. You can also click below to tweet: "Changes in society will change the way we police, the way we treat certain people in schools and certain neighborhoods...when we change our perception of the way that we view groups of people, that will lead to lasting change." @OneikaMays on #CTZN Podcast @ctznwell @rplemere -Join CTZNWELL on Patreon -Follow CTZNWELL on Instagram -Sign up for CTZNWELL’s weekly email WELLREAD and check out our other free content at ctznwell.org.
Yes, it’s true...Oneika’s back on the pod this week! She talks about what she’s been up to and how quarantine is making her a better wife. We also get into Dionne’s results from an Attachment Style quiz (hint: it’s not great), plus men who Hatfish. Take the quiz: https://www.attachedthebook.com/wordpress/compatibility-quiz/ Follow us: @msandmrspodcast (twitter and ig) Email: msandmrspodcast@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/oneika-dionne/message
In this episode of PoPolitickin, we politick with Oneika Elliott. Growing up in Hackensack, NJ, Oneika found the best way to express herself was through writing poems, thoughts, feelings, and the many things she had observed. From a young age, Oneika began singing, with her influence ranging from Soul, Reggae, and R&B. She realized her God given gift, when she began to sing in church, it is where she noticed the strength in her voice. To sing on a stage in a crowded room filled with people, was the dream Oneika held on to. As years go by, her dream became so small as she started to think her deepest desires were to never happen. However, at the age of 21, after dropping out of college, Oneika faced a heartache that returned her back to singing and songwriting. She then decided to use her gift to tell stories, to inspire others, and speak to souls using her gift from God.
After a long winded dissertation on school uniforms (please forgive us!), given by Oneika, we get to talking about Dionne’s return to the (dating app) streets and the frustrations that come with it. In short, it’s a deep dive on the “Good Morning” text. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/oneika-dionne/message
On this week's show, I'm interviewing my good friend and fly sister Oneika Raymond, aka Oneika the Traveller, direct from New York City. Oneika is a freelance writer and travel media maven who's been to over 90 countries and worked in several, including Hong Kong, Mexico, and the UK. We laugh and talk life and, obviously, travel on the Fly Brother Radio Show. Tune in and let's fly! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
In this episode, we discuss: Yoga as activism in the context of freedom and agency How her contemplative practices have shifted her relationship to racism and how anger isn’t the only way to create change The many tracks of activism and how can we work together What a practice looks like in the context of a correctional facility or rehab facility Impact of meditation and yoga and how they can address the unique challenges that folks who are incarcerated experience Privilege and reparations around race, indigenous peoples, homophobia, sexism and poverty Our relationship with social media – are you “meditating” on Facebook? People referenced in the podcast are: Erika Hart, Rachel Cargle, Adrienne Maree Brown and Susan Barataki Oneika Mays (LMT, E-RYT) transitioned to yoga and meditation from a career in corporate retail over 10 years ago. Oneika used that experience to support social justice non-profits and teach meditation and yoga inside jails. As Training Director at Liberation Prison Yoga she co-facilitated trainings with teachers and practitioners interested in serving incarcerated populations. As Director of Operations onf Transformation Yoga Project she supported a team that has served over 10k people and leads yoga teacher trainings inside prisons. Today, Oneika is the Mindfulness Coach at Rikers Island and facilitates workshops around cultivating resilience and compassion through meditation and other mindfulness practices. At Rikers she works one-on-one with incarcerated folks. She believes that meditation and mindfulness practices can forge a path to freedom and build resilience. Oneika is passionate about supporting teachers and leaders who bring peace and healing to QBIPOC and folks impacted by the incarceration and its aftermath.
This week we get into boundaries. Oneika talks about how she manages a family and maintains her sanity and Dionne reflects on finding the balance between setting good boundaries and shedding the unhealthy ones. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/oneika-dionne/message
Oneika's back this week! There's someone lurking in an ex's Amazon account plus we get into how much you're obligated to share with a partner in preparation for starting a family. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/oneika-dionne/message
Oneika and Dionne introduce themselves and explore the 5 Love Languages. Find out who can't hold hands and who needs her own corner of the bed. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/oneika-dionne/message
This Week in Travel - Travel News Podcast. Regular hosts Gary Arndt, Jen Leo and Chris Christensen are joined by this week's guest: Oneika Raymond from OneikaTheTraveller.com, travel blogger, Travel Channel web host and recent Lowell Thomas award winner.
Oneika Raymond aka Oneika the Traveller has been to more than 100 countries and lets us tag along on her trips through her blog, her Instagram feed and several Travel Channel video series. But she’s not just offering tips on budget travel, packing light and great destinations. In this episode of the AP Travel podcast “Get Outta Here!” hosted by AP Travel editor Beth Harpaz, Raymond also broaches some complex issues. What challenges do women face traveling solo? What challenges do black travelers face? And how do influencers balance their responsibility to their fans while also promoting the destinations that pay their bills?
This week I'm excited to have Oneika Raymond on the show. She is the woman behind Oneika the Traveller, a blog & Instagram platform that tackles issues of travel, race, gender and all the cross-sections of those topics. She's also a video host personality, and I snagged some time with her for this interview amid a video shoot I was co-hosting with her for the Travel Channel. In this episode, we talk about traveling alone as a woman, and further, as a woman of color. She opens up about why she travels, why she is compelled to share her travels and experiences, and how to operate from a place of "can," versus "can't." I hope you enjoy our conversation! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Oneika the Traveler gets two new shows with Travel Channel. TSA considers merging PreCheck and Global Entry. Wish.com got plus-sized women fucked up. Intro: Come Through and Chill - Miguel (feat. J. Cole & Salaam Remi) Follow us on Twitter: @OThoughtsPod Personal twitter: @bodaciousbobo Instagram and Snapchat: @bodacious_bobo Email: outerthoughtspodcast@gmail.com Outer Thoughts Podcast is available on iTunes, Soundcloud, Stitcher, Acast and Google Play.
Oneika Raymond has traveled to 100+ countries and has documented everything along the way on her wildly successful blog, Oneika the Traveller. In this episode, Oneika shares the details of her journey as a blogger as well as what’s next, including her new Travel Channel Show, Big City, Little Budget. We examine social media’s increasing role in the blogosphere, our feelings on why Instagram might not be so insta-great (do we really need more pics of boho girls in floppy hats looking out over exotic locales?), and why maybe it’s better just not to care. As strong advocates of travel for everyone, we also discuss the significance of travel for women and people of color and why it’s so important. Subscribe to our monthly newsletter here. Like XX, Will Travel on Facebook: www.facebook.com/xxwilltravel/ Follow XX, Will Travel on Twitter: @XXWillTravel Follow XX, Will Travel on Instagram: @xxwilltravel
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Oneika, a serial expat and travel junkie who has travelled to 70 countries on 6 continents. She has taught and traveled all over the world. Travel for her just isn't just a hobby, it's a lifestyle. She writes about all of her fun adventures at Oneika the Traveller and talks travel on the Huffington Post. We discussed; Some of her favorite places of travel The sites she uses to monitor flight deals (Secretflying.com, Airfarewatchdog.com and Theflightdeal.com) The biggest lessons learned on her travels How has race and or gender has affected her travels (spoliler: it hasn't). And more…
After the last 100 days with Trump, we need a good laugh. Thankfully, comic and actor Bill Bellamy (@billbellamy) gives us the levity our spirits craved as he tells Cori and Yolanda how he coined the term “booty call.” (fact.) Is it possible to meet a keeper while traveling the world? Travel blogger, Oneika the Traveler found her husband doing just that. We're talking international dating do's and dont's and how to find your happy ending overseas.
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Founder of Soul Society 101, Rondel Holder (Instagram: @kingronthedon) with special guest, Serial Expat, International Educator, Digital Content Creator, Oneika Raymond (Instagram: @oneikathetraveller) We discuss romantic relationships and the impact travel has on them, her unique international love story from dating overseas, finding her love in Hong Kong, getting married in Germany and now living in New York, how a career in teaching has brought Oneika from Canada to live in six countries and how she has now built a full-time career out of traveling.
On today’s show, Rosetta chats with Oneika Raymond. Founder of Oneika the Traveller, Oneika is a world traveller with a passion for making travel more accessible by sharing tips and tricks to help dispel the myths associated with travel. A teacher at heart, Oneika discovered her passion for travel at a young age. Growing up in Canada as a child of Jamaican descent, Oneika was always fascinated with the diversity of her home town of Toronto. In college, Oneika changed her major from economics to French literature in order to study abroad her junior year. The rest - as they say - is history. Once Oneika discovered her love of travelling abroad she made it her mission to travel to as many countries as possible. Throughout this discussion, Oneika shares the inception of her business as well as the realities of travelling on a budget. Finding an audience by sharing your passion. Once Oneika was bitten by the travel bug, she knew it would be an important part of her life. A self-proclaimed travel addict, Oneika has been travelling and living abroad for 13 years now. In the process of travelling, she decided to start sharing her stories with the world - and so, Oneika the Traveller was born. She immediately found an audience and realized her message was important. Her mission was clear: to make travel more accessible to people - especially to African Americans. Oneika discusses how her love of travel combined with her passion for writing were the perfect combination for her blog. She also offers insight into how she monetizes the opportunity and turned it into a flourishing business. Tips and tricks to make travel more accessible. Oneika’s passion for travel is clear. What’s even more evident is her love of sharing it with others. She offers some tips to help you better understand how to make travel possible for yourself - even on a tight budget. Oneika discusses why it’s important to be realistic about your budget and to be willing to make sacrifices in order to have these life-changing travel experiences. She makes it clear that it’s not always about traveling first class, but rather it’s about the experience of being in an amazing place. She drives the point home by sharing tactical blog posts that explain how to travel, where to stay, and even how much you can expect to spend. Tackling a to-do list and making the most of your day. Clearly, Oneika stays pretty busy. In addition to maintaining Oneika the Traveller, she has kept her job as a teacher- she currently teaches middle school language arts. The question is, how does she manage to balance it all. Well, Oneika explains how she stays focused by making lots of lists. She also shares how she tackles her to do list by “slaying the dragons first” and how she maintains balance in her very busy life. She also discusses her passion for teaching, along with the fact that she teaches English as a second language while living abroad. Her love of teaching, Oneika says, is at the core of who she is, which is why she maintains teaching jobs wherever she goes. Finding a way to share your passion - even if you don’t have much time. As they close out their chat, Oneika and Rosetta discuss the writing process and how Oneika manages to produce so many blog posts. Oneika goes on to offer a tip to people who are ready to share their story, but may not have the time to write 1000 words for a full blog post. Her recommendation? Microblogging. In closing, Oneika shares some of her favorite books, her top travel destinations, and her big tip for women who are ready to follow their dreams. Her tip? Do it. Don’t second guess yourself - just do it. Start now. Outline of this great episode [0:33] Rosetta’s introduction of her guest, Oneika Raymond. [1:34] Oneika’s mission and the work that she does. [2:39] How did you discover your love of travel and why did you end up sharing it? [6:10] What happens in your business that allows you to make money with a blog? [8:56] Some action steps and strategies that can help women get started with travelling. [13:17] What has been made possible to you by being self-disciplined with travel? [16:31] What do you say to women who say, “I can’t do that.” [20:35] How do you stay focused and productive throughout your busy days? [21:35] Why do you still maintain a job as a teacher? [25:04] How do you find the time to write? [28:52] What is your favorite place you’ve traveled to and why? [32:46] A book that has inspired you on your journey. [:] Do you have a personal mantra? [34:58] Your #1 piece of advice for women who are ready to pursue their dreams and start a business. [35:23] How to connect with Oneika. Resources & Links mentioned in this episode BOOK: “The Color Purple” BOOK: “The Poisonwood Bible” BOOK: “This is How You Lose Her” Oneika Raymond’s website: http://www.oneikathetraveller.com/ Connect with Oneika on Instagram Connect with Oneika on Facebook
In this episode we interview International Teacher, Oneika from Oneika the Traveller. We discuss the phenomena of teachers leaving America and teaching overseas. She discusses how she's been able to travel to 80 countries all while teaching overseas. During our conversation, we discuss how Oneika has managed to be paid well as an international educator. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-educators-room-podcast/support
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Oneika, a serial expat and travel junkie who has travelled to 70 countries on 6 continents. She has taught and traveled all over the world. Travel for her just isn't just a hobby, it's a lifestyle. She writes about all of her fun adventures at Oneika the Traveller and talks travel on the Huffington Post. We discussed; Some of her favorite places of travel The sites she uses to monitor flight deals (Secretflying.com, Airfarewatchdog.com and Theflightdeal.com) The biggest lessons learned on her travels How has race and or gender has affected her travels (spoliler: it hasn't). And more…
During her second year as a member of the resident artist company, Jouvanca Jean-Baptiste performs the roles of Nedda (Pagliacci), Violetta (La traviata) and Marguerite (Faust.) The Haitian-born soprano joined OSJ's resident company during the 2010 – 2011 season, debuting in the title roles of Anna Karenina and Tosca and as Mimì in La bohème.Ms. Jean-Baptiste recently made her mainstage debut with Florida Grand Opera in the role of The Abbess in Suor Angelica. Previously, she sang with West Bay Opera, understudying the role of Cio-cio-san in Madama Butterfly. Other roles in the soprano's repertoire include Suor Angelica (Suor Angelica), Mother (Amahl and the Night Visitors) and Miss Rose (Lakmé). Oneika Phillips (Sandra U/S, Ensemble) From Grenada, West Indies, Oneika holds dual degrees in Dance Performance and Business Management from Shenandoah University, Virginia. Formerly a featured member of Abdel Salaama's Forces of Nature Dance Theatre, Oneika's theatre credits include the workshop, FELA! A New Musical, “Anita” in the 50th Anniversary International Tour of Jerome Robbins's West Side Story, directed by Joey McKneely and nominated for The West End's Olivier Award for Best Musical Revival, winning the Theatergoer's Choice Award in the same category. Oneika is thrilled to return home to the shrine with the FELA! family for her Broadway debut. Oneika couldn't join us this morning. We'll speak with her on Friday morning. We play an encore interview with Susan Heyward, ACT SF's production of David Mamet's RACE through Nov. 13, 2011.
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