Thomas Dorsey began championing Black travel stories 30 years ago to share a diverse perspective that was missing from the travel industry.

Black travelers have always been savvy and adventurous and most importantly want experiences that speak to who we are culturally.

That is where Soul of America comes in.

In this episode, Thomas is sharing why it was important to bring diverse voices and perspectives to the industry, where other sites and publications miss the make when it comes to Black travelers and what is ahead for the Soul of America media platform.

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Elisha Barnes is a 4th generation peanut farmer who was born and raised in Virginia. His legacy includes a being raised in a strong family where agriculture was centered in their life and the seeds planted are now flourishing on his own farm, Pop Son Farm.

His partnership with Hubbard Peanut Company has been a game changer being a small farmer. Pop Son Farm’s peanuts are the now part of the company’s success as well as philanthropic efforts to help those who are food insecure.

In this episode, Mr. Barnes is sharing how farming has helped him stay connecting to his parents and what they taught him, the land and most importantly community.

Michael Henderson is the founder of B.A.G. Travel or Black and Gay Travel that specializes in designing adventures for small groups to destinations around the world.

The "adventure designer," began traveling more than 20 years ago, taking his first solo trip to Thailand. After returning, he knew travel would be a way of life and over the years became a global citizen of the world, learning from each experience and people met along the way.

From Thailand to South Africa, Mexico and at least 32 other countries and counting.

What are his favorite destinations and which trip is at the top of his bucket list? Be sure to listen to find out.

For more about B.A.G Travel and upcoming trips, visit the website.